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Talk Paper Scissors

Diana Varma
Typography
Creativity
Storytelling
Graphic Design
Failure
Toronto
Design
Art
Creative Process
Zines
Community Engagement
Design Education
Brave Creative Human
Success
Social Media
Personal Growth
Artificial Intelligence
Sign Painting
Community
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Join host, Diana Varma, as she explores the wonderful world of design and printing, typography and branding, books and publishing. Diana loves nothing more than getting creative with Creatives about all things creative. Ready to have some fun? Let's Talk Paper Scissors!

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Today’s conversation is a fun one! We have the one, the only James Martin, who is a British designer, author, and educator best known as Made By James. For more than 20 years, he has helped thousands of creatives, founders, and brands build recogniza... more

Discussions of AI are everywhere today; it’s the culture in which we’re all currently swimming (sometimes drowning!). But today’s guest is the best of the best as it relates to the intersection of AI, the law, and digital publishing. He offers fresh ... more

Happy summer everyone! This marks the final episode of Talk Paper Scissors before I head on my summer/social media sabbatical until September.

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We’re having conversations with magazine-makers— big and small, new and seasoned, independent and commercial—from all over the world, who are sharing what they do and how they do it. This year’s line up includes folks making magazines for kids, art a... more

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Recent Guests

James Martin
British designer, author, and educator known for Made By James and No Bullshit Branding
Made By James
Episode: No Bullsh*t Branding with Made by James
Ojus Jain
Founder of Esses Magazine
Esses Magazine
Episode: Building Trust Across Print and Digital with Ojus Jain of Esses Magazine (Formula 1)
Krupa Patel
Founder and editor-in-chief of TURMERIC Magazine
TURMERIC Magazine
Episode: Launching a New Magazine with Krupa Patel of TURMERIC Magazine
Caroline Versteeg
Associate Art Director at Owl Kids
Owl Kids (Chickadee Magazine)
Episode: Designing Reading Experiences for Children with Caroline Versteeg of Owl Kids
Izy Iannetta
Advertising strategist, performer, published poet, and member of Sick Stories
Sick Stories
Episode: The Library Loiterers — Vol. III: The Zine Scene with Izy Iannetta at Toronto Zine Library
Mitch Goldstein
Educator and author of How to Be a Design Student and How to Teach Them
Rochester Institute of Technology
Episode: How to Be a Design Student (and How to Teach Them) with Mitch Goldstein
Thalia Patrinos
Artemis Digital Lead, NASA Headquarters
NASA
Episode: “Copy, Podcast joy”: NASA’s Artemis II Digital Strategy with Thalia Patrinos
Carl Shura
Canadian visual designer focused on identity, wayfinding, installations and type design; educator at George Brown Polytechnic
George Brown College
Episode: The Library Loiterers - Vol. II: Compositions, Classification, and Card Catalogs with Carl Shura at Toronto Reference Library
Jasmin Gulati
Typeface designer featured in the episode
TMU (Toronto Metropolitan University) student
Episode: Emerging Typeface Designers: Juliette Bifolchi & Jasmin Gulati

Hosts

Diana Varma
Host of the show who introduces guests and guides the conversation
Marc O'Brien
Award-winning creative director and design educator with climate-design leadership

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
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    I'm loving this podcast. Diana has great guests on the show and she is a solid interviewer. I like that she speaks with many different creatives. It is a really fun and interesting listen.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cwamne
    United States3 years ago

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Guests consistently offer practical, craft-focused insights for designers and educators.
The host keeps conversations light, accessible, and deeply informative.
Interviews blend deep design theory with real-world production realities.

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Apple Podcasts
#76
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#91
Germany/Arts/Design
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#91
New Zealand/Arts/Design
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#93
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#213
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Building Trust Across Print and Digital with Ojus Jain of Esses Magazine (Formula 1)
Q: What do you think will be the strongest source of competitive advantage for independent publishers in the age of AI?
Human-created storytelling and the ability to foster deep, trusted relationships with a dedicated audience will remain the core differentiators, while AI handles operations and efficiency.
“Copy, Podcast joy”: NASA’s Artemis II Digital Strategy with Thalia Patrinos
Q: What does success look like for a digital media campaign in this context?
Success is measured by both traditional metrics (views, engagement, likes) and qualitative insights from deep-dive lessons learned sessions, including how people respond to content and what resonates beyond numbers.
How to Be a Design Student (and How to Teach Them) with Mitch Goldstein
Q: Where can people find you online?
Instagram at mgoldst, plus a YouTube channel with the same username and a website; he's slowly expanding his online presence to share more about his work.
How to Be a Design Student (and How to Teach Them) with Mitch Goldstein
Q: Who is your primary reader for the book?
The book is meant for students, educators, and practitioners alike, aiming to unite them in a shared, ongoing learning journey and to encourage collaboration across roles.
How to Be a Design Student (and How to Teach Them) with Mitch Goldstein
Q: What is your work about?
It's about ownership and agency in education, and the idea that students pull knowledge from teachers, peers, and the institution, actively shaping their learning rather than passively receiving information.

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This show features in-depth conversations with designers, educators, editors, and publishers who explore typography, print, publishing, and the broader design ecosystem. Episodes typically unpack the guest's practice, the business of independent publishing or design education, and the intersection of craft and technology—from zines and kids' magazines to NASA's digital storytelling strategies. A standout throughline is a human-centered approach to storytelling, craft, and community, often with practical takeaways on production, distribution, and collaboration that are valuable for aspiring designers, publishers, and educators alike.

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1. James Martin
2. Ojus Jain
3. Krupa Patel
4. Caroline Versteeg
5. Izy Iannetta
6. Mitch Goldstein
7. Thalia Patrinos
8. Carl Shura

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