Design Dive
Chris DownsWelcome to "Design Dive," the podcast that takes you on a quick and captivating journey through the fascinating world of design. Whether you're a seasoned designer or simply someone who appreciates the thought and creativity behind the everyday objects that surround us, this show is tailor-made for you. In each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories behind iconic designs, uncover the hidden his... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 28 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Categories | EducationArtsDesign | ||||
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In this final episode of Design Dive, I say goodbye and share some final thoughts about design and its impact on the world around us. Thank you for taking the time to learn with me and be inspired by the world around us.
Uncover the fascinating history of the shopping cart in this episode. Learn how Sylvan N. Goldman's ingenious invention revolutionized grocery shopping in the mid-1930s. Explore the challenges Goldman faced and the clever strategies he used to popula... more
Uncover the fascinating history behind the ice cream cone in this episode. Learn about Italo Marchiony, the visionary behind this iconic dessert, and how his invention transformed dessert culture.
Explore the impact of microphones on the world of music in this episode. From the early days of music recording, discover how these humble devices shaped the soundscape, enabling artists to revolutionize their craft.
Delve into the history of rearview mirrors in this episode, exploring their evolution from Elmer Berger's 1920s "Cop-spotter" to Ray Harroun's innovative use in the 1911 Indianapolis 500. Uncover early experiments and the first U.S. patent in 1914 th... more
Uncover the fascinating design evolution of emojis in this episode. Explore their origin, from early emoticons to the vibrant and diverse emojis we use today. Learn how these tiny digital symbols became a universal language, shaping the way we commun... more
Discover the unique history of Elmer's Glue, born from the Borden Company's unexpected venture into adhesives. Explore its evolution from Cascorez Glue to the iconic Elmer's Glue-All, with insights into the brand's dairy roots and the pivotal role of... more
Uncover the iconic design of the Lego brick. Explore how a simple interlocking system transformed into a global phenomenon, shaping the way generations play and learn. From its humble beginnings to becoming a cultural mainstay, witness the design evo... more
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- Diving in!!!
I’m really enjoying the weekly dive in, learning and appreciating design like never before, thanks Chris!
Apple Podcasts5Beiri7
United States2 years ago - Highly recommend!
I design for a living and I love this podcast! It is super informative and interesting. Keeps me guessing what the next episode is going to be about. Highly recommend!!!
Apple Podcasts5cdowns7United States2 years ago - Never Gets Old!
Such a fun way to start my day taking a dive into something new! I’m always intrigued by the information I learn and it helps me see the world a little different. Can’t wait for the next episode!
Apple Podcasts5Cal-3United States2 years ago - Perfectly Small bursts of fun information
What a fun short podcast perfect for short amounts of time to get your mind thinking about something ordinary in your life but in an unexpected way.
Apple Podcasts5chshirlUnited States2 years ago - Start to Finish Interesting
Ya know when you’re listening to a podcast that’s informative and supposed to be teaching you something interesting but you actually fall asleep listening to it? Well, this is NOT THAT! Chris does such a good job at being short and sweet with interesting info while not being monotone. Seriously so fun to listen to! Can’t wait for another episode.
Apple Podcasts5Sazzah ✨United States2 years ago - Love for learning
I love this! I love that I can learn something new and interesting in such a short amount of time! I look forward to the next one!
Apple Podcasts5FamBam MomUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #114 |  Norway/Arts/Design |
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