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State of Play

Tommy Geoco
Dungeons and Dragons
Notion
Cursor
Contra
Creativity
Design Philosophy
Freelancing
Game Mechanics
Personal Operating System
Creative Community
Burnout
Freelance Work
Community In Creative Work
Entrepreneurship
Figma
College Dropouts
Internet Startups
Commission-Free Platforms
Imposter Syndrome
Silicon Valley

Host Tommy Geoco discovers what fuels the internet's most interesting designers and builders.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes6Founded3 months ago
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I'm running low on money and just scrapped an entire episode.

This week I made an executive decision: postpone the Figma episode. We're getting worse, not better. I launched a UX tools bundle at 5am, kept D&D night sacred, and realized I might just ... more

Ryo Lu went from Notion's founding designer to cloning himself with AI at Cursor. This is the full conversation.

From building anime fansites at 11 to architecting Notion's core systems to creating his own OS in a browser - Ryo reveals why the best ... more

This founder set an expiration ate for his company… and then hit $40M ARR.

Eric Simons (the builder behind Bolt.new) turned “we’re shutting down” into the world’s largest hackathon. 

In this episode, we break down Eric’s probability playbook and ho... more

Ben Huffman built a freelance platform with NO fees. Every investor told him it was the stupidest idea they’d ever heard.

Now Contra has 1M users and a $120M run rate.

We talk about living in the pain cave (the place your ideas live before anyone be... more

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Ben Huffman
Co-founder of Contra and advocate for independent creative work
Contra
Episode: [Full Interview] How he built the future for 1M freelancers - Ben Huffman
Ryo Lu
Former founding designer at Notion and creator of Cursor
Cursor
Episode: Why this designer cloned himself with Cursor

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Tommy Geoco
Host focusing on what drives designers and builders in the digital space, exploring creativity and entrepreneurship.

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2.0 out of 5 stars from 1 ratings
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    Good start, but the scrapping Figma episode lost me. Very contrived and staged for impact

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    Australia2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations that provide real insights into design and entrepreneurial challenges.
The content is seen as a valuable resource for those interested in the creative industry, though some find certain episodes hit-or-miss in terms of relevance.

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#91
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[Full Interview] Why this designer CLONED himself with Cursor - Ryo Lu
Q: What do you hope the tools of the world look like in five years?
I hope there will be more creators and tool makers who are the best at what they do, creating powerful tools for others.
[Full Interview] Why this designer CLONED himself with Cursor - Ryo Lu
Q: When was the moment for you when you realized this art of creativity could also be profitable?
The moment was during my involvement in payment systems, particularly in China, where I saw the rapid evolution of mobile payments.
[Full Interview] Why this designer CLONED himself with Cursor - Ryo Lu
Q: What is Ryo OS?
Ryo OS is a playground, a space for testing creative ideas and demonstrating that a designer can build things quickly and effectively.
How he built the future for 1M freelancers
Q: How do you not take it personal when someone doesn't see your vision?
It's very personal, and it hurts to be rejected after putting in so much effort.
[Full Interview] How he built the future for 1M freelancers - Ben Huffman
Q: How would you tell someone in their first or second year how to get found?
Be infinitely curious, learn the tools people use to earn money, and produce work even if it means doing it for free initially.

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Exploring the intersections of design and entrepreneurship, this podcast features discussions with leading designers, builders, and innovators about their journeys, challenges, and successes. Common themes include creativity, the significance of community in creative work, and the transformational power of technology. Episodes often highlight the importance of storytelling in podcasts and how digital tools empower individuals to pursue their innovative dreams. Unique content covers a range of topics, from freelancing and startup challenges to personal narratives that meld design philosophy and technology, providing listeners with valuable insights into the world of design and entrepreneurship.

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