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Discovering Design
by Matthew Voshell
Welcome to Discovering Design! A podcast featuring a different guest each episode recounting their initial attempt at a career, how they ignited their passion for the creative arts, and what it takes to grow your curiosity into a career in User Experience. Want to share your story? Complete this application for a chance to be our next guest! https://forms.gle/McoY9SGxhSq5Q58S9Cover art by Jasmine Orange | https://www.jasmineinux.com
Episodes
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Aaron Cecchini-Butler | Composer
Our guest for this last episode of season 4 is Aaron Cecchini-Butler (https://www.aaroncecchinibutler.com). Aaron began their professional career as a composer. We'll learn about growing up in eastern new york along the vermont border, what it’s like to attend the most prestigious college for...
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Nikki Plyem | Improviser
Our guest for this episode is Nikki Plyem (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkiplyem/ ). Nikki began their professional career as an improviser. We'll learn about growing up in upstate new york, what it’s like to perform on stage without a script, and why accepting a temp job could end up being...
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Sammie Zonana | Wedding Singer
Our guest for this episode is Sammie Zonana (https://sammieux.com/ ).Sammie began their professional career as a wedding singer. We'll learn about growing up in Austin, Texas, what it’s like to see yourself on national television, and why being jealous of your friends is all the motivation you…
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Barbara McMillan | Attractions Worker
Our guest for this episode is Barbara McMillan (https://uxbybarbara.com/ ). Barbara began their professional career as an Attractions Worker. We'll learn about growing up in Indiana, what it’s like to deal with other people’s kids, and why venting to your friends could change your life forever.
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Matthias Klenk | Martial Artist
Our guest for this episode is Matthias Klenk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthias-klenk/ ).Matthias began their professional career as a martial artist. We'll learn about growing up in East Germany before the fall of the berlin wall, what it’s like to train harder than Jean-Claude Van Damme, and...
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Tarah Pfeiffer | Contemporary Dancer
Our guest for this episode is Tarah Pfeiffer ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarahpfeifferdesign). Tarah began their professional career as a Contemporary Dancer. We'll learn about growing up in Giessen, Germany, what it’s like to spend 8 hours a day literally on your toes, and why it’s ok to give...
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Austin Andriese | Benefits Advisor
Our guest for this episode is Austin Andriese (https://austinandriese.com/ ). Austin began their professional career as a benefits advisor. We'll learn about growing up in Utah, what it’s like to help retirees living on a fixed income, and why having in-laws isn’t as bad as they say.
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Grace Ling | Cross Country Runner
Our guest for this episode is Grace Ling (https://www.grace-ling.com/). Grace began their professional career as a division 1 cross country runner. We'll learn about growing up in the bay area, what it’s like to run on the varsity squad from day one, and why hustling on LinkedIn could land you a...
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Silvestre Tanenbaum | US Army Veteran
Our guest for this episode is Silvestre Tanenbaum (https://www.slytanenbaum.com/). Silvestre began their professional career in the US Army. We'll learn about growing up in Puerto Rico, what it’s like to to go through basic training, and how filling in for a coworker could change the course of…
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Jennifer Annor | Pharmacy Technician
Our first guest for this fourth season is Jennifer Annor (https://www.jenniferdarlington.com/ ). Jennifer began their professional career as Pharmacy Technician. We'll learn about growing up in Ghana, what it’s like to handle enough pills to excite Hunter S Thompson, and how to change your career...
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Mincho Kavaldzhiev, PhD | Material Science Researcher
Our guest for this episode is Mincho Kavaldzhiev, PhD (https://mincho.xyz/); A former Material Science Researcher and current a Senior Product Designer at OneMain Financial where they are helping to improve the financial well-being for all. We'll learn about growing up in Bulgaria, what it’s like...
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Olga Bulygo | Sound Editor
Our guest for this episode is Olga Bulygo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-bulygo/). A former Sound Editor and current UX researcher at Surfshark where they are helping humanize digital security to make it more accessible for all. We'll learn about growing up in Vilnius, What life is like as a...
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Meighan Agosta | Teacher
Our guest for this episode is Meighan Agosta (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meighanagosta/); A former teacher and current Lead User Experience Researcher at Teachers Pay Teachers where they are helping create the world's largest online marketplace for educators to buy, sell, and share original...
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Shannon Blietz | 3D Animator
Our guest for this episode is Shannon Blietz (http://shannonsgallery.com/); A former 3D Animator and current UX Design + Research consultant. We'll learn about growing up in Washington State, What it’s like creating digital assets for Microsoft games, and why siblings are often the only persons...
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Jeanette Kao | Sustainability Analyst
Our guest for this episode is Jeanette Kao (https://www.jeanettekao.com/); A former Sustainability Analyst and current Product Designer at Alaska Airlines where they are helping create an airline people love. We'll learn about growing up in Southern California, what it’s like collecting samples…
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Nadita Amalia | Interior Architect
Our guest for this episode is Nadita Amalia (https://www.naditaamalia.com/); A former Interior Architect and current Product Designer at CoreView where they are helping IT teams get the full value from Microsoft 365 We'll learn about growing up in Jakarta, Indonesia; What it’s like to run your…
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Ashley McNeill | Teacher
Our guest for this episode is Ashley McNeill (https://www.ashleymcneilldesigns.com/); A former Teacher and current Associate Product Designer at Kroger where they are helping the world find affordable, easy-to-enjoy, and fresh food. We'll learn about growing up outside of D.C., What the…
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El Salem | Corporate Lawyer
Our guest for this episode is El Salem (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenasalem/); A former corporate lawyer and current founder at Eatwell App where they are helping people with various types of dietary needs easily find places to eat. We'll learn about growing up in Sydney amongst a family of...
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Danielle Ryce | Violinist
Our guest for this episode is Danielle Ryce (https://www.danielleryce.com/); A former Violinist and current UX Designer at ChaiOne where they are helping power industrial modernization. We'll learn about growing up in NoLA, what it’s like to be a gigging jazz musician, and why prioritizing a...
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Maryam Ndope | Microbiologist
Our guest for this episode is Maryam Ndope (https://maryamndope.com/); A former Microbiologist and current Senior UX Designer at Apply Digital where they are helping companies create innovative products and experiences. We'll learn about building a Kashata marketplace while growing up in Kenya…
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Emma Sadler | Pastry Chef
Our guest for this episode is Emma Sadler (https://www.emmasadler.com/); A former Pastry chef and current product designer at Lunchbox where they are helping restaurants drive better results with 1st party ordering. We'll learn about growing up on the Upper West Side of NYC, creating elegant...
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Ling Lim | Architect
Our guest for this episode is Ling Lim (https://www.linkedin.com/in/linglim/); A former architect and current design leader at Carta where they are helping the world by changing how companies manage equity. We'll learn about growing up in Malaysia, the random generosity of strangers, and what…
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Mosope Adebowale | Geologist
Our guest for this episode is Mosope Adebowale (https://mosopeadebowale.com/); A former Geologist and current Product Designer at Facebook and contributor for ADPList.org. We'll learn about growing up in Nigeria, what it takes to dig for water wells, and why your hobby should really be your career.
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Belinda Hui | Biologist
Our guest for this episode is Belinda Hui (https://www.belindahui.com/); A former Biologist and current Product Designer at Tripadvisor where they are helping people become better travelers. We'll learn about getting mice addicted to chocolate, How to spend a year in Spain, and why you should…
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Tim Rittenhouse | Sommelier
Our guest for this episode is Tim Rittenhouse (https://www.timrittenhouse.com/). A former Sommelier and current UX Designer at CureMint where they are helping dental organizations manage their entire procurement lifecycle. We'll learn about working in Virginia's wine country, why betting on...
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Casey Pentrack | Ballet Dancer
Our guest for this episode is Casey Pentrack (https://caseypentrack.com/); A former Ballet Dancer and current User Experience Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific where they are helping enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We'll learn what it takes to become a ballet...
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Timothy Li | Advertising Executive
Our guest for this episode is Timothy Li (https://www.heyitstim.ca/); A former Advertising Executive and current Product Designer at theScore where they are helping empower sports fans through its digital media and sports betting products. We'll learn about moving from Hong Kong to Toronto as a...
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Emilie Mazurek | Pre-Med Student
Our guest for this episode is Emilie Mazurek (https://www.dandydesign.ca/); A former Pre-Med student and current Product Designer at Proposify where they are helping teams build and e-sign proposals. We'll learn about growing up in Calgary, Why time invested should never be a metric for…
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Yeho Hwang | Journalist
Our guest for this episode is Yeho Hwang (https://www.yeho.design/); A former Journalist and current Product Designer at ConsenSys, a cryptocurrency software company. We'll learn about moving as a young child from South Korea to Boston, MA, Why representation at all levels really matters, and how...
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John Garvie | Account Manager
Our guest for this episode is John Garvie (https://www.linkedin.com/in/johngarvie/); A former Account Manager and current Head of User Experience Research at Uber Eats where they are helping the world find the best restaurants that deliver. We'll learn about growing up with a family member with...
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Michael Yang | Chef
Our guest for this episode is Michael Yang. A former Chef in NYC's fine dining scene and current Lead User Experience Strategist at Cohley where they are helping the world’s best brands generate the content they need. We'll learn about growing up in NYC, what really happens when you win two...
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Bodhi Stewart | Radio Station Membership Director
Our guest for this episode is Bodhi Stewart (https://www.bodhidovestewart.com/); A former Radio Station Membership Director for KDNK in Carbondale, Colorado and current Senior UX Designer, Experiences at REI where they are enabling the world to go back outside with REI Adventures. We'll learn…
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Jessica Tremblay | Choreographer
Our guest for this episode is Jessica Tremblay (http://www.jessicatremblay.com); A former Choreographer and current Designer and Program Manager for Racial Equity in Design at IBM where they are collaborating with workstream leaders to deliver programming and initiatives to ensure Black Designers...
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Luca Orio | Drummer
Our guest for this episode is Luca Orio (http://lucaorio.com/); A former Musician, Luca was the drummer for Italian hardcore band Upon This Dawning and is currently a Design Systems Manager at Netflix where they are helping the world find content that matters most to them. We'll learn about…
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Albert Foo | Fabricator
Our guest this episode is Albert Foo (https://tinyurl.com/h6fcajbs), a former Fabricator and current Product Designer at Homebase where they are helping make work easier for 100,000+ small businesses with everything they need to manage an hourly team.
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Luke Montgomery | Marketing Manager
Our guest this episode is Luke Montgomery (http://www.helloimluke.com/), a former Marketing Manager and current Senior User Experience Designer at Amazon where he is helping create cool supply chain products. Luke's journey was a sobering reminder that when you truly dedicate yourself to a…
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Toby Silverman | Photojournalist
On this episode of Discovering Design our guest is Toby Silverman (http://tobysilverman.com/); a former Photojournalist and current Lead Product Designer at Formation where they are creating a virtual fellowship to help ambitious software engineers find impactful roles at the most innovative...
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Xin Koepsell | Licensed Mental Health Therapist
On this episode our guest is Xin Koepsell (https://xinkoepsell.com/), a former Licensed Mental Health Therapist and current Director of Product Design at Limbix where she is helping deliver mental health treatment to young people who need it most. Her story is an example of how serendipitous life...
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Case Ronquillo | Software Sales Representative
On this episode of Discovering Design our guest is Case Ronquillo (https://www.caseronquillo.com/), a former Software Sales Representative and current Product Designer at SaverLife where he is helping inspire, inform, and reward the millions of Americans who need help saving money.
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Bethany Riebock | Speech-Language Pathologist
On this episode of Discovering Design our guest is Bethany Riebock (bethanyriebock.com), a former Speech-Language Pathologist and current Principal UX Researcher @ Capital One where she is transforming their enterprise and operational risk management experience.
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Joel Cox | Writer
On this episode of Discovering Design our guest is Joel Cox (http://www.jjjoooeeelll.com/), a former Writer and current Senior UX Designer at Reonomy where he helps create products that leverage big data, partnerships and machine learning to connect the fragmented, disparate world of commercial...
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Flora Sarder | Attorney
On this episode of Discovering Design our guest is Flora Sarder (https://www.florasarder.com/), a former Corporate Litigator and now Lead Product Designer at UrbanLeap where she helps local govt leaders transition to smart cities.
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Yan Grinshtein | Interior Designer
On this episode of Discovering Design our guest is Yan Grinshtein (https://www.yangrinshtein.com/), a former Interior Designer who is now a Head of Design, HCI and Accessibility Certified Design Leader, Speaker and Mentor.
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Jasmine Rosen | Teacher
Our guest for this episode is Jasmine Rosen (https://www.jasminerosen.com/); A former science teacher and current Senior User Experience Designer at Autodesk Construction Solutions where they are helping change how the world is designed and made. We’ll learn about growing up in San Francisco, why...
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Tony Daussat | Actor
Our guest for this inaugural episode is Tony Daussat (https://www.tonydaussat.com/); A former Actor and current Managing Experience Designer at Bottle Rocket where they help provide businesses with strategy, product, design and technology services. Tony also co-hosts a podcast called, Liftoff!...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Discovering Design! A podcast featuring a different guest each episode recounting their initial attempt at a career, how they ignited their passion for the creative arts, and what it takes to grow your curiosity into a career in User Experience. Want to share your story? Complete this application for a chance to be our next guest! https://forms.gle/McoY9SGxhSq5Q58S9Cover art by Jasmine Orange | https://www.jasmineinux.com
HOSTED BY
Matthew Voshell
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