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Cosmic Sans

Howard Pinsky
Artificial Intelligence
Design
Los Angeles Kings
Justin Odisho
Youtube
Weekend Creative
Carrlyn Bathe
Crypto
Goldie Chan
Dave Baker
Logo Design
UI Design
Graphic Design
Adobe
Instagram
Premiere
After Effects
Photoshop
Adobe XD
Illustration

A design-focused podcast dissecting the journeys of artists, thought leaders, product managers, and damn good people. Hosted by Howard Pinsky, this podcast dives deep into the creative process, career evolution, and behind-the-scenes moments that shape the work and lives of inspiring individuals across the design and tech industries. From navigating creative blocks to scaling big ideas, each episo... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes28Foundeda year ago
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Illustrator and creative strategist Orlando Arocena joins Cosmic Sans to discuss building the “Mexifunk” identity, breaking the limits of Adobe Illustrator, and working on franchises like Spider-Man, Terrifier, SpongeBob, Power Rangers, and John Wick... more

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David Oku’s work is bold, vibrant—and deeply personal.

From facing rejection early in his career to working with brands like Nike and designing for the Vegas Sphere, David shares his journey, his creative process, and his honest thoughts on AI, iden... more

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Comic artist Dave Baker (TMNT, Star Trek, Godzilla) joins Cosmic Sans to break down the realities of building a career in comics.

We dive into self-publishing vs. working with publishers, why understanding contracts is critical, how social media is ... more

Tom Muller is a creative director who’s worked with Marvel, Disney, Google, and major AAA game studios, but his path wasn’t linear.

In this episode, we dive into:

* Building a career through side projects and connections

* Designing for Marvel’s... more

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Recent Guests

David Oku
Illustrator
Self-employed/freelance illustrator
Episode: From Doubt to Designing for Nike & The Vegas Sphere | David Oku
Dave Baker
Comic book artist, writer and illustrator
Self-published works; worked on TMNT, Star Trek, Godzilla
Episode: Dave Baker — Comics, Creativity, and Betting on Yourself
Tom Muller
Creative director; lead designer for Hello Muller; worked on Marvel X-Men
Hello Muller
Episode: Tom Muller on Designing X-Men, Building a Studio, and Creative Direction
Goldie Chan
Author and public speaker discussed in the episode
Author, Public Speaker
Episode: Goldie Chan: Personal Branding for Introverts
Steven Estrella
Toronto-based illustrator and designer
Episode: Steven Estrella – Illustrator and Designer
Kate Kassab
UI/UX and 3D designer exploring freelance and crypto design
Episode: Kate Kassab – UI/UX Designer in the Crypto Space
Rob Generette III
Sports artist and illustrator known as Rob Zilla
Independent artist/illustrator
Episode: Rob Zilla – Sports Artist and Illustrator
Adam Bosley
Artist known as Adam the Illustrator, specializes in cute character design
Nike, Adidas, Adobe, etc.
Episode: Adam the Illustrator
Travis Knight
Artist and illustrator
Episode: Travis Knight – Illustrator and Designer

Host

Howard Pinsky
Host of the Cosmic Sans podcast; leads interviews and guides conversation

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#143
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#179
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#178
Germany/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#16
Philippines/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#40
South Africa/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#48
Mexico/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#63
Belgium/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#175
New Zealand/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#194
Philippines/Arts

Talking Points

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Travis Knight – Illustrator and Designer
Q: What role does social media play in sustaining your career?
Social media keeps me visible and connected; I repost older work to reach new followers, share behind-the-scenes and personal work, and use fan art to hook potential clients and collaborators.
Travis Knight – Illustrator and Designer
Q: How did you land your first big deal?
I was posting regularly on Instagram and Dribbble, and an art director from Netflix noticed my Stranger Things-related art and included it in a deck that led to the Target collaboration for season four.
Rob Zilla – Sports Artist and Illustrator
Q: How important is Instagram as a platform for your career?
Instagram served as Rob's primary portfolio and discovery channel, enabling him to showcase vector sports art to major brands without a traditional website, and it helped him attract clients directly through DMs and public profiles.
Steven Estrella – Illustrator and Designer
Q: How has your approach to building a client list evolved over time?
Early on, he focused on building a portfolio and connecting via social media, but he found that 90% of his work came organically from sharing his art and staying true to his personal style rather than aggressive outreach.
Steven Estrella – Illustrator and Designer
Q: What was the key turning point that helped you land major client work, like the NBA pieces?
A combination of persistence, a timely application to the NBA creator program, and creating work that aligned with the program's emphasis on representation; once selected, the process was encouragingly straightforward with direct communication to the creative director.

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What is Cosmic Sans about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A design-focused show that pulls back the curtain on careers in art, illustration, branding, and product design through candid conversations with practitioners who work with major brands and influential IPs. Episodes frequently explore creative processes, career evolution, entrepreneurship, licensing, and the practical realities of making a living in design and related creative fields. A standout thread across guests is a willingness to discuss AI's impact on craft, personal branding, and the balance between independent work and collaborations with big-name brands. The format tends to blend personal storytelling with actionable advice on portfolio-building, pricing, contracts, and navigating industry shifts. This mix is likely to appeal to ... more

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2. Dave Baker
3. Tom Muller
4. Goldie Chan
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6. Kate Kassab
7. Rob Generette III
8. Adam Bosley

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