My Life In Design Podcast

Claire Blyth

Design

Graphic Design

Branding

Equality In Pay

Remote Work

Economics

Packaging Design

Creativity

Pentagram

Sabbaticals

Social Responsibility In Design

Design Education

Conservation

Clean Tech

Studio BLUP

BLUP Academy

Creative Services

Buck

Art

Rice

How did some of the some of the world’s best designers, strategists, and agency leads, get into design? How did they know it was even a thing they could form a career around? I’m Claire Blyth, founder of design focussed PR agency Red Setter. I’ll be speaking to some of my favourite people in design to talk about how they got where they are today.

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Latest Episodes

Jessie McGuire — Managing Partner of Thought Matter & Winner of the Cooper Hewitt National Design Award for Communication Design

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This week on the podcast, Claire sits down with Jessie McGuire — Managing Partner of the independent design & creative studio Thought Matter. This year’s winner of the Cooper Hewitt National Design Award for Communication Design.

2 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 6 min

Sarah Williams - President of AIGA NY and Co-CEO of Beardwood&Co

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This week Claire met up with Sarah Williams - President of AIGA NY, where she champions the future of design for all, and co-CEO of branding agency Beardwood&Co. An award-winning creative leader, she has been recognised by the DBA E... more

26 Mar 2026 • 44 min

Kiser Barnes - Chief Creative Officer and Partner at Red Antler

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This week on the podcast Claire, sits down with Kiser Barnes, chief creative officer and partner at Red Antler. The episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Red Antler’s new Manhattan studio.

From startups to Fortune 10... more

19 Mar 2026 • 37 min

Mitch Monson - Executive Director of Creative and Partnerships at Sibling Rivalry.

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On the podcast this week Claire met up with Mitch Monson, executive director of creative and partnerships at Sibling Rivalry. An award-winning creative leader, his work has been recognised by organisations including the Clio Awards,... more

12 Mar 2026 • 53 min

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Recent Guests

Jessie McGuire

Managing partner, Thought Matter; design leader focusing on branding with civic and nonprofit emphasis

Thought Matter

Episode: Jessie McGuire — Managing Partner of Thought Matter & Winner of the Cooper Hewitt National Design Award for Communication Design

Sarah Williams

Co-CEO and Co-owner of Beardwood&Co; President of AIGA New York

Beardwood&Co; AIGA New York

Episode: Sarah Williams - President of AIGA NY and Co-CEO of Beardwood&Co

Kiser Barnes

Chief Creative Officer, Partner at Red Antler

Red Antler

Episode: Kiser Barnes - Chief Creative Officer and Partner at Red Antler

Mitch Monson

Executive Director, Creative and Partnerships at Sibling Rivalry

Sibling Rivalry

Episode: Mitch Monson - Executive Director of Creative and Partnerships at Sibling Rivalry.

James Martin

Designer, author, educator, and speaker; founder of Made By James

MBJ Studio; Lincoln Design Co.

Episode: James Martin - Award-Winning Designer, Author and Founder of the Studio Made By James.

Paul Watmough-Halim

Co-founder of Hyperfocus, designer

Hyperfocus

Episode: Paul Watmough-Halim and Jan Stein, the Co-Founders of Hyperfocus.

Jan Stein

Co-founder of Hyperfocus, designer

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Episode: Paul Watmough-Halim and Jan Stein, the Co-Founders of Hyperfocus.

Phil Jones

Founder of Podge Lunches and recognized community builder in design

Episode: Phil Jones - a true design innovator

Helena Raven

Managing director of the brand design and innovation agency Bloom.

Bloom

Episode: Helena Raven - Managing Director of Bloom

Host

Claire Blyth

Co-founder of a design-focused PR agency; host of multiple design-focused podcasts and programs

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings

Exceptional chats with leading creatives
Claire is a wonderful host and has a natural ability to get the best out of her guests. A brilliant show with a true mission to demystify the creative industry, not just for younger generations but for those of us heading into our third decade of work. Thank you, Claire
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LoopTheLou
United Kingdoma year ago
Consistently good with some gems
Keep it up Claire.
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DGO'Varney
United Kingdoma year ago
Must-listen for anyone interested in design
This is such a great show - I love how it delves deep into people’s journey into design and allows the time to explore what makes this industry so special. It’s a must for everyone interested in design, but should also be prescribed for those interested in business and social change.
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ART2014!
United Kingdom2 years ago
True inspiration from great guests and their design stories
Really look forward to this each week. A diverse range of people working in the design industry with inspirational stories to tell and great advice - whether you’re starting out in design, following a career in it already or just have a passion for all things creative.
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5
GemskiUK78
United Kingdom3 years ago
Insightful behind-the-scenes designer stories
Insightful behind-the-scenes stories from creatives about how they ended up in design. The show format makes for easy and inspirational listening and brings a human side to a polished and sometimes overly slick exterior representation of the profession.
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c99890
United States3 years ago

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A must for design students and young professionals looking for real-world career guidance

Diverse range of guests who share relatable, actionable stories about design careers

Audience tends to praise the show's mentorship vibe and practical tips for entering or progressing in design

Engaging host with a knack for pulling out meaningful insights from guests

Great behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to succeed in design leadership

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

Apple Podcasts	#201	United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts	#26	United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts	#67	Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts	#93	Germany/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts	#153	Italy/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts	#27	Netherlands/Arts/Design

Talking Points

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Sarah Williams - President of AIGA NY and Co-CEO of Beardwood&Co

Q: How do you view mentorship and community within the design world?

She emphasizes the importance of community through AIGA, mentorship programs, student warm-ups, and broad access to events, highlighting that meaningful mentorship and networks can accelerate growth across all career stages.

Sarah Williams - President of AIGA NY and Co-CEO of Beardwood&Co

Q: What were pivotal moments in your education and early career that shaped Beardwood&Co?

Key moments include studying at Western Michigan University, meeting Julia Beardwood and Ryan Lynch at Landor, and deciding to leave Landor to start a more intimate, client-focused venture with her partners, which eventually became Beardwood&Co.

Sarah Williams - President of AIGA NY and Co-CEO of Beardwood&Co

Q: When you were a kid, did you realize you could base a career around this kind of work?

Sarah reflects on growing up in a small Michigan town, discovering graphic design through music and culture, and recognizing early that a formal career in design could be possible, especially after opportunities like Pratt feedback and discussions with mentors.

Kiser Barnes - Chief Creative Officer and Partner at Red Antler

Q: Could you talk about the two sides of your family and how you leverage both in your work?

Growing up between different cultures and professions informs a multidisciplinary approach: stay connected to making while also shaping storytelling, selling, and narrative to guide teams and clients toward cohesive, powerful work.

Kiser Barnes - Chief Creative Officer and Partner at Red Antler

Q: How can you sustain excellence at speed—how do you maintain quality when moving quickly?

Go fast, go wide, and then edit; practice production and iteration to improve through doing, not just planning, and embrace the idea that multiple explorations yield stronger outcomes than a single perfect draft.

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A design-focused interview series where designer-minded listeners hear from influential designers, strategists, and agency leaders about their career paths and the moments that defined their work. Conversations center on design origins, branding evolution, creative processes, and the human side of design careers, with occasional insights into education, community building, and industry shifts. Notably, the host leans into demystifying design for students and professionals alike, often highlighting mentorship, practical tips for breaking into the field, and the social impact of design. The show tends to attract listeners who value storytelling, career guidance, and real-world design leadership experiences, making it a solid fit for aspiring ... more

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Recent guests on My Life In Design Podcast include:

1. Jessie McGuire
2. Sarah Williams
3. Kiser Barnes
4. Mitch Monson
5. James Martin
6. Paul Watmough-Halim
7. Jan Stein
8. Phil Jones

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