
Design Matters with Debbie Millman is one of the world’s very first podcasts. Broadcasting independently for over 15 years, the show is about how incredibly creative people design the arc of their lives.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 697 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DesignArts | |||

Renowned portrait photographer Platon and acclaimed designer, editor, and filmmaker Scott Dadich have spent more than 25 years collaborating to create some of the most compelling imagery in contemporary culture. Part one of their conversation focuses... more
Acclaimed costume designer Debra McGuire has helped shape some of television and film's most iconic looks, from Friends and The Morning Show to Anchorman and Idiocracy. She joins to discuss her remarkable journey through art, fashion, and Hollywood, ... more
Craig Elimeliah—Chief Creative Officer of the global creative and technology agency Code and Theory—is a creative leader whose work has pushed the boundaries of design, technology, advertising, and culture. He joins to discuss his unconventional path... more
Françoise Mouly—legendary longtime art editor of The New Yorker and co-founder of the groundbreaking comics magazine RAW—has helped transform the possibilities of comics, illustration, and visual storytelling. She joins to discuss her career shaping ... more
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“ I wear black because it’s easier and I don’t have to think about it too much.” It’s why the world is getting uglier, Debbie and yet you wear it well. Beautiful design is about solving problems. Black is your only answer because it’s easy and you don’t have to think about it.
I love Debbie Millman, her interview style just feels so smart and old school.
There were a few good ones, but turned lackluster at best in my opinion. Very left sided and not very engaging or deep.
Initially was excited to follow this show. But after several tries, had to abandon the effort. Guests seemed intriguing, but missed opportunities by the host to be engaging. It felt like listening to paint dry.
Unfollowed.
I’m a long-time listener and absolutely love your show. My husband and I take long motorcycle rides, and getting to binge your podcast along the way is such a treat. I always learn something new—it’s informative, engaging, and full of fresh perspectives. Thank you for all the time and effort you and your team put into making it so consistently great. I’m truly grateful for what you do.
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Design Matters hosts long-form conversations with a rotating roster of leading designers, writers, artists, and thinkers who shape culture through creativity, storytelling, and design thinking. Episodes center on guests' creative journeys, craft, and the philosophies that guide their work, often blending memoir, process, and practical insights for a creative audience. Notable is the host's reputation for deep, thoughtful questions and for attracting high-profile guests across art, design, technology, and culture, making it a go-to for listeners seeking nuanced, human-centered conversations about making work and living creatively.
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Design Matters launched 17 years ago and published 697 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Design Matters include:
1. Scott Dadich
2. Debra McGuire
3. Craig Elimeliah
4. Françoise Mouly
5. Ada Limón
6. Kim Hastreiter
7. Lidia Yuknavitch
8. Gloria Steinem
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