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Material Matters with Grant Gibson

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Copper
Adi Toch
Pottery
Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Leather Production
Process Of Burying Objects
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Social Media
First Quarter
Circular Economy
Sound In Art
Vessels
Human Hair
Sustainable Design
Atelier One
Engineering
Green School
Glassblowing

In Material Matters, host Grant Gibson talks to a designer, maker, artist, architect, engineer, or scientist about a material or technique with which they’re intrinsically linked and discovers how it changed their lives and careers.Follow us on Instagram @materialmatters.design and our website www.materialmatters.designMaterial Matters is produced and published by Delizia Media Ltd.

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Bonnie Hvillum is a Danish designer and founder of Natural Material Studio, which, as the names suggests, makes its own materials using natural resources and various waste streams. 

Working at the meeting point between material science, art and desi... more

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Simon Terry is the brand and marketing director, as well as owner (or as he prefers to describe himself, custodian), of the lamp company, Anglepoise, a product that has genuine claims to iconic status. Initially designed by George Carwardine in the 1... more

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Lulu Harrison is a researcher and maker in sustainable material development. She creates glass pieces that have often been inspired by ancient making techniques, working with local and waste resources. 

Over the years, she has collaborated with hist... more

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Robin Givhan is the Washington Post’s senior critic-at-large, writing about politics, race and the arts. She won the Pulitzer Prize for criticism in 2006 and is the author of The Battle of Versailles: The Night American Fashion Stumbled into the Spot... more

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Recent Guests

Bonnie Hvillum
Danish designer and founder of Natural Material Studio
Natural Material Studio
Episode: Bonnie Hvillum on biomaterials and 'redefining wood'.
Simon Terry
Brand and marketing director, as well as the owner of the iconic lamp company Anglepoise.
Anglepoise
Episode: Anglepoise's Simon Terry on durability, repair and creating an icon.
Lulu Harrison
Researcher and maker in sustainable material development who creates glass pieces inspired by ancient techniques using local and waste resources.
Self-employed
Episode: Lulu Harrison on making glass from the River Thames.
Robin Givhan
Senior critic at large for The Washington Post, author of 'Make It Ours'.
The Washington Post
Episode: Robin Givhan on her new book, Make it Ours, and how Virgil Abloh changed fashion.
Sabine Marcelis
Rotterdam-based designer and artist known for her work in glass, resin, and stone.
Episode: Sabine Marcelis on recycled aluminium and resin.
David Venables
European Director for the American Hardwood Export Council
American Hardwood Export Council
Episode: AHEC's David Venables on US hardwood forests and using what nature provides.
Rosa Whiteley
Designer, Writer, and Researcher
Climavore
Episode: Rosa Whiteley on shells and creating a new building material.
Tim Minshall
Inaugural Dr. C. Taylor Professor of Innovation at the University of Cambridge and author of 'Your Life is Manufactured'.
University of Cambridge
Episode: Tim Minshall on manufacturing, tariffs, silicon, and green hushing.
Seetal Solanki
Author, educator, curator and consultant, and materials translator
Matter
Episode: Seetal Solanki on olive tree roots, cooking, and why materials matter.

Host

Grant Gibson
Host of discussions exploring the impact of materials on design and creativity, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 485 ratings
  • Great listen

    I’m a recent masters student at the Royal college of arts in London and this podcast was suggested to us as part of our curriculum. In a world filled with constant terrifying news it’s an absolute breath of fresh air to listen to these fascinating artists/ designers/ makers and their stories of adapting to recent times and specifically changes to our world after the pandemic.

    Thank you Grant Gibson!

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    5
    Pashkers
    Canadaa month ago
  • Inspiring

    Great inspiring interviews with such passionate creative people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ohaihowru
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Pure inspiration for creative types

    You can’t go past a single episode without feeling a moment of pure inspiration or clarity in your understanding of what it is to be a maker or designer or just someone who appreciates the aspiration of visionary crafts folk

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marky Lil
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • So much food for thought.

    I adore this podcast, every episode is a deep dive into inspiration, courage and deep thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mererowe
    Germany2 years ago
  • Thought provoking

    Articulate and thoughtful conversations covering a far reaching variety of topics. Listening to this podcast should be on the curriculum for Art & Design students as a way to showcase the importance of their field of study in a wider real world context. You’re a legend Grant - keep going :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaisieMaya
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Inspiring and thought-provoking conversations with passionate creators.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth exploration of material culture and environmental considerations.
Highly informative, focusing on contemporary design and sustainability practices.
The host is recognized for his engaging interviewing style and depth of knowledge.

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#86
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#14
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#66
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#194
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#21
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#53
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Anglepoise's Simon Terry on durability, repair and creating an icon.
Q: What are you going to be doing to celebrate the anniversary?
Terry details plans for a celebration including product relaunches, exhibitions, and collaborations with artists.
Anglepoise's Simon Terry on durability, repair and creating an icon.
Q: Can you give an example of something you've done badly, something you regret?
Terry reflects on lessons learned from initial supply chain issues when adopting high-end production methods.
Bonnie Hvillum on biomaterials and 'redefining wood'.
Q: What kind of materials have they used?
Participants tap into local habitats for materials, using natural and post-production waste materials.
Bonnie Hvillum on biomaterials and 'redefining wood'.
Q: How did you and Rita meet in the first place?
Bonnie explains that they met in Copenhagen while she was working at a Copenhagen based company.
Lulu Harrison on making glass from the River Thames.
Q: What materials were you particularly using for Thames Glass?
Lulu highlights the local river sands, waste wood ashes, and quagga mussel shells as key materials in her project.

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What is Material Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features in-depth interviews with various creators such as designers, artists, architects, and makers, focusing on the significance of specific materials in their work. Each episode explores how these materials shape their careers and creative processes, with guests sharing unique insights about their personal journeys and the broader impact of materials on art and design. Notable themes include sustainability, innovation, and the reimagining of traditional practices to address contemporary challenges in the creative industries. The host fosters engaging discussions that reveal the intricate relationship between creators and the materials they choose, making it appealing to anyone interested in craftsmanship, design, and enviro... more

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Recent guests on Material Matters include:

1. Bonnie Hvillum
2. Simon Terry
3. Lulu Harrison
4. Robin Givhan
5. Sabine Marcelis
6. David Venables
7. Rosa Whiteley
8. Tim Minshall

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