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Making the Museum

Jonathan Alger
Flourishing
Museums
Thick Data
Big Data
Museum Exhibitions
Exhibition Design
Museum Planning
Museum Projects
Positive Psychology
Museum Data Analytics
Museum Visitor Experience
Playfulness
Growth Mindset
Humor
Visitor Demographics
Socio-Cultural Context
Cultural Identity
Digital Experience Design
Project Management
Courage

A podcast on exhibition planning and design for museum leaders, exhibition teams, and visitor experience professionals.

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Latest Episodes

What if every museum were more like ... a children’s museum?

Why is play “agnostic”? Can you design an entire museum for every generation, all at the same time? How are children’s museums like (and not like) other museums? How did they get that way?... more

What can we learn from one of the most complex AI projects in any museum today?

What is the history of AI in museums? Can we add AI to our experiences without a complete renovation? How do you teach an AI about 775 different football teams? How can ... more

What if the secret to better museums was … neuroscience?

How can museums inspire human creativity? How much media should be in a gallery — or should there be any? How soon should you get feedback on your exhibition ideas? Can museums help us all “es... more

What if a museum were more like a laboratory?

What if our exhibits were experiments? What if our galleries were more about questions, rather than answers? What if we didn’t fear failure as much? What if scientists, artists, and technologists all cre... more

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Recent Guests

Kimberly Beaudin
President and CEO of the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia
Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame
Episode: A Museum Transformed with AI, with Kimberly Beaudin & Geoff Thatcher
Geoff Thatcher
Owner of the creative design firm Creative Principles, experienced in museums and theme parks
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Episode: A Museum Transformed with AI, with Kimberly Beaudin & Geoff Thatcher
Lynda Roscoe Hartigan
Executive Director and CEO of the Peabody Essex Museum
Peabody Essex Museum
Episode: Creating Effective Museum Experiences, with Lynda Roscoe Hartigan
Ann Neumann
Director of Galleries and Exhibitions at the MIT Museum
MIT Museum
Episode: Museum as Lab, with Ann Neumann
Nu Goteh
Designer, educator, and founder of Room For Magic and Deem Journal.
Episode: Community Engagement Misconceptions, with Nu Goteh
Ed Rodley
Experience Designer and Exhibit Developer, Principal at The Experience Alchemists
The Experience Alchemists
Episode: Playful Engagement, with Ed Rodley
Alan Reed
President and Design Principal with GWWO Architects
GWWO Architects
Episode: Story-Based Design, with Alan Reed
Jacqueline Bershad
BP of Planning and Design at the National Aquarium
National Aquarium, Baltimore
Episode: Designing with Animals, with Jacqueline Bershad
Cybelle Jones
CEO of SEGD, with 35 years of experience in museum and exhibition design.
SEGD
Episode: A New Community for the Exhibition Field, with Cybelle Jones, Steven Rosen, and George Mayer

Host

Jonathan Alger
Host of discussions that encompass various aspects of museum practices and design, with a focus on enhancing visitor engagement and experience.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Thoroughly engaging

    You don’t have to be an expert on museum spaces to enjoy this absorbing and witty show. Jonathan Alger starts out with well-chosen guests, then guides them through an hour or so of edifying conversation that will resonate with—and likely inspire—anyone who has ever taken on a substantial creative challenge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrankieTheDog
    United Statesa year ago
  • Revelations

    As someone new to the museum space, coming from a graphic design background, this podcast has been absolutely invaluable to me. Jonathan is an excellent host. Cordial and uplifting, delightfully humorous, and amazingly attentive. It’s clear he has an abundance of experience, but utilizes it in a measured and instinctive way so that he’s never stealing the show, but always bringing the best out of his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cookie Markster
    United States2 years ago
  • A conversation for our people

    Jonathan’s MTM podcast is both enjoyable and educational. He works very hard to understand not just what his impressive list of guests do in their work, but what they do it. Keep up the good job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    California1976
    United States2 years ago
  • How and Why

    Really salient info so far for anyone looking to establish museum-like experiences that mix the physical and virtual. Offered in a structure that designers like myself can easily communicate to the stakeholders and sponsors I need to win over.

    Also very entertaining! Look forward to future guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeanDesigns
    United States2 years ago

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Many commend the host's ability to draw out insightful conversations from guests, highlighting both practical advice and inspirational ideas.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and educational quality of the discussions, finding them appealing even to those not already versed in museum spaces.
The show is recognized for its focus on community engagement and innovative approaches to museum experiences, making it a valuable resource for professionals in the field.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Playful Engagement, with Ed Rodley
Q: How does emotional evocation influence visitor memory?
The job of engaging visitors on an emotional level is vital because we only remember things that stir an emotional response, making it crucial for designers to consider visitors' feelings.
Playful Engagement, with Ed Rodley
Q: What is playful engagement?
Playful engagement is described as an intrinsically motivated process where visitors willingly focus their attention on satisfying experiences, which evoke emotional responses and reinforce memories.
Sculpting History, with Ivan Schwartz
Q: What distinguishes forensic sculpture from other types?
Ivan explains that forensic sculpture requires a scientific basis and a degree of accuracy that is distinct from merely being accurate or artistic, often using historical references and research to depict figures realistically and authentically.
Sculpting History, with Ivan Schwartz
Q: How did you get into this business originally?
Ivan recounts his early experiences growing up in a family that valued art and how he was encouraged to pursue a career in sculpture. He initially worked on projects related to museum exhibition design, leading to a long career sculpting historical figures.
Designing with Animals, with Jacqueline Bershad
Q: How does this work connect to visitor engagement?
Our aim is to create experiences that foster empathy and understanding for the animals, which then leads to active conservation behaviors.

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What is Making the Museum about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on exhibition planning and design, this podcast caters to museum leaders, exhibition teams, and those invested in enhancing visitor experiences. Each episode features expert guests from diverse backgrounds in the museum and design fields, discussing practical strategies, innovative ideas, and emerging trends relevant to creating engaging and meaningful exhibitions. Noteworthy themes include community engagement, playful visitor interactions, and the balance between storytelling and design elements in museums, making it a rich resource for professionals aiming to elevate their exhibition practices and connect with audiences effectively.

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Recent guests on Making the Museum include:

1. Kimberly Beaudin
2. Geoff Thatcher
3. Lynda Roscoe Hartigan
4. Ann Neumann
5. Nu Goteh
6. Ed Rodley
7. Alan Reed
8. Jacqueline Bershad

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