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Podcasts about magazines and the people who made (and make) them.

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Latest Episodes

THE (MAGAZINE) DOCTOR IS IN

Megan Schertler wants to help you make magazines. Yes, you … and you … and you too. But she also wants to ensure that once you make a magazine, you make another one. And then one after that. She wants to make sure that... more

THE PRIME OF MR. NEVILLE BRODY

“Once you have broken down the rules, literally anything is possible.’”

In the business of magazine design, few names resonate as profoundly as Neville Brody. And, to this day, he lives by those words.

Renowned fo... more

BAD BUNNY

Playboy is many things to quite a few people. We don't have to go into its history, but the thing you need to know is this: it's back. Yes, there will be photos of women in various stages of undress, and yes, there will be sharp writing... more

THE INDUSTRY'S LITTLE SISTER

In early April, what’s left of the magazine industry gathered at Terminal 5 to see who would win this year’s National Magazine Awards—the ASMEs. Throughout the evening, the usual suspects stepped up to accept their Al... more

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Recent Guests

Megan Schertler
Cofounder & Managing Director of In Real Life Media
In Real Life Media
Episode: Megan Wray Schertler (Cofounder & Managing Director: In Real Life Media)
Neville Brody
Renowned designer and educator, known for The Face, Arena, and other magazines
Designer
Episode: Best of PID: Neville Brody (Designer: The Face, Arena, Actuel, more)
Phillip Picardi
Editor-in-Chief and Chief Brand Officer candidate/holder for Playboy
Playboy
Episode: Phillip Picardi (EIC/Chief Brand Officer: Playboy)
Adele Blanton
Founder, Waiting magazine; editor-in-chief
Waiting
Episode: Adele Blanton (Founder: Waiting)
Arem Duplessis
AIGA medalist and Emmy award-winning creative director
Apple
Episode: Best of PID: Arem Duplessis (Designer: Apple, The New York Times Magazine, GQ, more)
David Temkin
Founder of InFormation magazine
InFormation
Episode: David Temkin (Founder: InFormation)
Mark Seliger
Photographer with extensive work for Rolling Stone and Vanity Fair; also musician and author
Photographer, director, and author
Episode: Best of PID: Mark Seliger (Photographer: Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, more)
Laura LeBleu
Editor/Co-founder of Geezer magazine
Geezer
Episode: Laura LeBleu (Editor: Geezer)
Tyler Brûlé
Founder of Monocle and Wallpaper*; CEO and publisher
Monocle/Wallpaper*
Episode: Best of PID: Tyler Brûlé (Founder: Monocle, Wallpaper*, more)

Hosts

Arjun Basu
Host of The Full Bleed; Magazeum LLC
Deborah Bishop
Host of Print Is Dead, Long Live Print; occasional host on related programs
Patrick Mitchell
Host of Print Is Dead! Long Live Print!

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Great Guests, Great Questions, Frustrating Editing

    I love everything about this series, specifically Print Is Dead and Full Bleed, but the editing is so, so bizarre and distracting. Every single pause or stammer is clipped out, giving no breathing room—and most importantly, no time to process what was just said. Sometimes the editing is so aggressive that ends of sentences or resolutions to a query are either partially lost or entirely skipped. I love to hear the natural speaking and thinking process of interviewees, and with choppy editing like... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kypathos
    United Statesa year ago
  • The perfect podcast

    I crave each episode as someone who worked for years (and still does) in editorial creative it is inspiring and refreshing to hear the old stories and some new about keeping this craft alive and seeing how others have extended and evolved from traditional print magazine design to other career paths. Thank you for this podcast the hosts and guests are entertaining and sublime!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mountain Lou
    United States2 years ago
  • One of my Favorites

    As an Illustrator and Graphic Designer who’s been working for decades in both publishing and advertising, I love listening to the industry greats that this show interviews. It helps to keep my inspired and informed. A must listen for any designer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Growlingrooster
    United States2 years ago
  • Outstanding

    These remarkable podcasts are essential listening for anyone who loves and/or is studying magazine journalism and editorial design.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    truth inspires
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspiring insight!

    Current (print and digital) art director here. Haven’t missed an episode. So educational and inspiring. Love the storytelling, the insight, the accumulative knowledge, and the memories of a golden era. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yet Another Kingfish
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate in-depth conversations with veteran editors and designers, though some note pacing and editing style.
Audiences value the practical storytelling and behind-the-scenes industry context for magazine publishing.
Listeners praise high-caliber guests and insightful design/industry discussions.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#125
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#125
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#134
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#57
France/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#95
Italy/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#176
Australia/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Phillip Picardi (EIC/Chief Brand Officer: Playboy)
Q: How do you balance Playboy's legacy with today's culture and platform demands?
The guest argues for preserving the magazine's provocation and sexual language while expanding into fashion, wellness, politics, and social conversation, using women as experts and pursuing a more inclusive, contemporary approach.
Phillip Picardi (EIC/Chief Brand Officer: Playboy)
Q: What drew Playboy to bring you on in this dual role?
Picardi explains there was a business rationale: he has demonstrated the ability to grow audiences and develop brands that are social and digitally native, fitting Playboy's pivot toward a modern, culture-forward identity.
Best of PID: Willa Bennett (Editor: Cosmopolitan, Highsnobiety, GQ, Seventeen, more)
Q: What does it mean to run a 'beast' or 'organism' that includes print, digital, and commerce?
She explains that Highsnobiety's ecosystem blends editorial storytelling with a shop and agency work, arguing that all these arms are ways to tell stories and engage audiences, not separate siloed activities.
Best of PID: Willa Bennett (Editor: Cosmopolitan, Highsnobiety, GQ, Seventeen, more)
Q: Can you describe Asmi Night for us?
Willa discusses the moment of the National Magazine Award win, describing it as surreal and meaningful, and explains how the room's energy and the presence of established editors highlighted the moment as a shift for her career and for Highsnobiety.
Heidi Saman (Editor: Seen)
Q: What is the relationship between BlackStar and Seen, besides the obvious ones? Is it a case of you wearing a few hats, or is it one big hat?
She explains that Seen is a major program within BlackStar, with her rotating between editing, curation, and programming roles; the magazine is deeply integrated into BlackStar's mission while maintaining its own editorial identity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Magazeum

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

The show centers on magazines, their design, business realities, and the people who shape them—from editors and photographers to indie publishers and brand studios. Episodes probe editorial strategy, print versus digital trends, visual storytelling, and the evolving culture of magazine publishing, often with veteran guests sharing behind-the-scenes stories and practical advice for building durable print brands in a digital age. Notable throughlines include high-caliber design philosophy, the tension between commerce and craft, and a recurring emphasis on community and sustainability within independent publishing, making it a valuable listen for designers, editors, marketers, and media entrepreneurs curious about the state and future of maga... more

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1. Megan Schertler
2. Neville Brody
3. Phillip Picardi
4. Adele Blanton
5. Arem Duplessis
6. David Temkin
7. Mark Seliger
8. Laura LeBleu

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