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Creative Endurance
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Subway
Kanye West
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Each week, award-winning graphic designer Alex Center and co-host Kevin Batory discuss branding, design, pop culture, and more. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

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Latest Episodes

Alex and Kevin are together again on opposite sides of the Country. Kevin, live from SF, gives an honest review of his first Waymo ride, shares about his recent travels, and his surprising adoption of the Oakley Meta Glasses gifted to him by Alex. Th... more

Today, we are stoked to welcome Chad Hogan to the program! Alex’s mentor, first boss, and only creative director ever, Chad, hired Alex as a Junior Designer at vitaminwater, where they both flourished.

Chad tells us about his journey. Inspired as a ... more

Krista Schultz is a Multidisciplinary Leader, Holistic Innovator, and the Creative Director at Tractor Beverage Co. Tractor, a client of ours, is the first and only Certified Organic and non-GMO full-line beverage in the foodservice industry. They ar... more

Today, we welcome Jackie DeJesu Center to the show for our 5th annual Valentine’s Day Super Bowl Spectacular! She needs no introduction, but regardless, here it is: Jackie is the Founder and CEO of DEEJAYZOO, the Inventor of SHHHOWERCAP, a former awa... more

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Recent Guests

Chad Hogan
Creative director and designer with background in hip-hop, fashion, and beverage branding
ROC-a-Wear, Vitamin Water, The Attic, Rawkus
Episode: Defining Moments: with Chad Hogan
Krista Schultz
Creative Director at Tractor Beverage Co.
Tractor Beverage Co.
Episode: Soil Punk: with Krista Schultz
Jackie DeJesu Center
Intellectual property owner and advocate, founder of Showercap and Deejayzoo, Alex's wife
Showercap
Episode: THE SUPER VALENTINE’S DAY BOWL: with Jackie DeJesu Center
Natasha Jen
A sixth-time National Design Award nominee and influential designer known for her boundary-pushing work.
Pentagram
Episode: Unbothered: with Natasha Jen
Verònica Fuerte
A designer, illustrator, international superstar, and creative directress from Barcelona
Hey
Episode: Heyyy, Creative Directress: with Verònica Fuerte
David Heasty
Co-founder of Triboro
Triboro
Episode: Triboro State of Mind: with David Heasty
Lilliana Soorin Kim
Graphic designer and emerging podcast personality
Episode: A Star is Born: with Liliana Soorin Kim
Emunah Winer
Co-founder and creative director at Nihilo
Nihilo
Episode: Out of Nothing: with Emunah Winer and Margaret Kerr-Jarrett
Margaret Kerr-Jarrett
Co-founder and creative director at Nihilo
Nihilo
Episode: Out of Nothing: with Emunah Winer and Margaret Kerr-Jarrett

Hosts

Alex Center
Host of Front and Center, award-winning graphic designer focused on branding and design leadership
Kevin Batory
Co-host and design-focused interviewer, involved in branding discussions and humor-driven banter

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Weekly ritual

    I’ve listened to Alex Kevin every week since the pandemic. Their hot takes and POVs on advertising, brand strategy and all things New York give me that boost of feeling connected to “my people” each week. Which is why I am writing this review because it’s been a couple of weeks since they dropped a new episode and I’m not even mad… excited to hear what they have cooking up there over at Center. Thanks fellas! Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    studiosilence.sh
    United States2 years ago
  • A Sight for ‘Saur Eyes

    The guys clearly appreciate a good Barney pun (above), and therefore have outstanding taste. This podcast is Barstool without the casual racism and misogyny, and PTI without the sanctimony. Alex’s reviews of design work are honest, charitable and curious, looking to connect with a designer’s inspiration. Highly recommended. Great on YouTube too, so you can see images of the designs being discussed. (Chef’s kiss emojis all around) Well done bros!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wacom Tablet Harry Potter
    United States3 years ago
  • I support this episode of Front and Center

    Alex and Kevin discussed seeing each other at the Mets game, Cornkid ™, protein infused drinks and doing whip-its [which they didn’t know much about.] They often discuss branding and design as well and are sponsored by The Dieline the packaging hub of qualité et goût. Today was branding and design lite. I don’t mind that. Last week was incredibly funny. Funnier than today. I laughed out loud several times [also while walking around the bay]. The read of the Dunkin Pumpkin Spice Goldfish release ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The_Offices
    Australia4 years ago
  • GREAT PODCAST

    I love this podcast.

    It’s funny and informative.

    Also a great group of guests. These guys are creating really cool things brand-wise and content wise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    em.o12
    United States5 years ago
  • My fav podcast

    Here for the brands, banter, and bops at the end!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adaeze.O
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise sharp branding insights paired with genuine banter.
Audiences appreciate the approachable take on industry topics and the show's energetic duo.
Fans highlight high-quality guests and entertaining design- and culture-focused conversations.

Chart Rankings

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

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#216
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Apple Podcasts
#121
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#223
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Apple Podcasts
#221
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Apple Podcasts
#236
France/Arts/Design
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#12
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Defining Moments: with Chad Hogan
Q: What was the biggest challenge adapting to a corporate environment like Vitamin Water after Rawkus?
Navigating corporate protocols while preserving creative voice was tough; Coke-era rules required more formal processes, but the energy and passion for sport and culture kept the work authentic.
Defining Moments: with Chad Hogan
Q: How did you transition from music and skate culture into mainstream brand work?
The shift came from the opportunities at groups like The Attic and Rawkus, where high-level design work and early exposure to corporate clients allowed me to translate subculture aesthetics into accessible brand visuals and later into office design and product packaging.
Soil Punk: with Krista Schultz
Q: What are some future initiatives for Tractor Beverage Co.?
We're gearing up for Mad Farmer Tour 2.0 with new sampling buses and enhancing our community programs.
Soil Punk: with Krista Schultz
Q: What is the significance of the Haymaker drink?
The Haymaker is an apple cider vinegar-based sparkling tonic, inspired by a folk recipe to keep farmers refreshed.
Unbothered: with Natasha Jen
Q: How do you manage the balance between creativity and profit at Pentagram?
Natasha explains that while Pentagram doesn't focus on maximizing profits, each partner's pride and collective spirit drive them to maintain quality work.

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A witty, design- and branding-focused conversation hosted by a veteran designer and a co-host, with a steady mix of industry insights, culture, and humor. Episodes typically thread expert branding discussions, design critiques, and timely pop culture commentary through guest stories and personal banter. Notable moments come from guests with deep design pedigrees, brand-building journeys, and behind-the-scenes looks at campaigns, packaging, and identity work. The show often blends practical branding takeaways with playful cultural banter, making it appealing to designers, marketers, and brand leaders seeking thoughtful, candid conversations mixed with personality and humor.

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Recent guests on Front and Center include:

1. Chad Hogan
2. Krista Schultz
3. Jackie DeJesu Center
4. Natasha Jen
5. Verònica Fuerte
6. David Heasty
7. Lilliana Soorin Kim
8. Emunah Winer

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