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The Reflex Blue Show : A Graphic Design Podcast

Donovan Beery
Graphic Design
Design
Creative Endurance
Candy Science
Fast Company
Pop Culture
How Design Live Conference
Debbie Millman
Business Practices
HOW Design Live 2024
NASA
Culinary Arts
Flags
Adobe Express
Adobe Firefly
Networking
Job Market
Create Now Event
Collage
Emotional Intelligence

Focusing on design, and the hosts' love of pop culture, The Reflex Blue Show gives you a look into the topics of graphic design by two people working in the industry. The Reflex Blue Show with Donovan Beery is hosted by 36Point.com

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Latest Episodes

Marian Bantjes stops by the Reflex Blue Show to discuss her new venture – Design Art Gallery (DAG). Located in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, DAG is the gallery showcasing the fine art from designers we all wish was in our town.

We talk about Marian beginn... more

Charles Nix, Senior Executive Creative Director at Monotype, stops by to kick off Season 19 of The Reflex Blue Show!

We talk about working with type at scale (Monotype has a font library of 250,000+ from 4,500+ foundries, which is crazy). We also ta... more

Lyn Wineman opened up the 2025 OnBrand Conference in Omaha last month with her talk, “The Invisible Problem: What’s Really Holding You Back – and How to Fix It.” Her talk, covering the importance of branding, was a great way to start a conference on,... more

Mark Mohammadpour was the lunch keynote speaker at the 2025 OnBrand Conference in Omaha last month.

Mark, through his company Chasing the Sun®, is a keynote speaker on employee culture and well-being, so, well, we speak about what that actually mean... more

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Recent Guests

Marian Bantjes
Designer and artist known for typography, patterns, and art books
Designer/Artist
Episode: Marian Bantjes: The Reflex Blue Show #279
Mark Mohammadpour
Public Relations expert and keynote speaker focusing on employee well-being and communication.
Chasing the Sun
Episode: Mark Mohammadpour: The Reflex Blue Show #276
Stefan Bucher
An artist known for his monster drawings and graphic design work.
344 Design
Episode: Stefan Bucher: The Reflex Blue Show #272
Brandi Parker
Founder of Parker Brands and co-host of Zero Waste Creatives Podcast
Parker Brands
Episode: Brandi Parker: The Reflex Blue Show #264
Rachel Zeolla
Marketing professional with experience at NBCUniversal and Syfy, specializing in engaging fandoms through marketing strategies.
NBCUniversal
Episode: Rachel Mae Zeolla: The Reflex Blue Show #263
Alex Center
Award-winning designer and founder of Center
Center
Episode: Alex Center: The Reflex Blue Show #262
Tessa Porter
Candy scientist and founder of Sprinkk
Sprinkk
Episode: Tessa Porter: The Reflex Blue Show #260
Kathleen Riessen
A business manager at a video production and interactive company with a focus on emotional intelligence.
Applied Art
Episode: Kathleen Riessen: The Reflex Blue Show #259
Tad Carpenter
Designer and founding partner at Carpenter Collective, known for his work in brand identity.
Carpenter Collective
Episode: Tad Carpenter: The Reflex Blue Show #256

Host

Donovan Beery
Host engages with various guests to explore diverse topics in graphic design, leveraging his industry experience to facilitate deep discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Entertaining, insightful and actionable! 🙌

    Whether you’re well established as someone who can translate creative energy into the impact you want to have on the world, or just getting started - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Donovan does an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of building a thriving career and life you can be proud of as a designer - from leaders who've actually walked the path. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshCrist
    United States6 years ago
  • Best podcasts do more listening and less talking

    The content is good. And this is a difficult thing to master, but it really really bugs me how much the host interrupts the guest. We want to hear what the guest has to say and they'll be mid sentence stating something serious or important and the host will interrupt them trying to make a joke. I don't want to be rude but it happens almost every time they are speaking on every episode. Great Podcasts are little to do with the host and so much more about the guests. Let them finish speaking. I di... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    rooattack
    United States9 years ago
  • Subscribed to Review

    Dude STOP FREAKING INTERRUPTING TERRI. It was unbelievable how many times you interrupted Terri and how uninformed you were about her. WOW! This show was suggested to me and honestly it was not that great.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DesignsByDelgado
    United States10 years ago
  • Fun and fresh

    I’ve only listened to the Von Glitschka and Aaron Draplin episodes thus far but it seems like a good podcast thus far, I’ve laughed along with the co-hosts and they ask some good questions to these big-name designers.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    T-rax
    United States12 years ago
  • Good Stuff!

    It is tough to find a good design podcast that doesn't put you to sleep. These guys keep it interesting, ask the right questions, and don't take themselves too seriously. It's definitely worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Itmont
    United States15 years ago

Listeners Say

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A notable comment mentions the podcast as a must-listen for both established designers and students, emphasizing its value for professional growth.
Listeners praise the engaging conversations and the relevance of topics related to graphic design and branding.
The humor and light-heartedness of the show is appreciated, making complex subjects accessible and enjoyable.
Some feedback highlights interruptions during guest speeches, suggesting a desire for a more balanced dialogue between host and guests.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#137
Norway/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#171
India/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#179
Taiwan/Arts/Design

Talking Points

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Lyn Wineman: The Reflex Blue Show #277
Q: What do you tell the young people that want to get in the profession?
Lyn encourages young people to go for it, emphasizing that the profession combines creativity, fun, and making a difference, while also advocating for its legitimacy to skeptical parents.
Rachel Elnar & Erik Cargill: The Reflex Blue Show #274
Q: What are the leadership lessons people have learned, either at the retreats or being part of the chapter leadership?
The leadership lessons revolve around community, commitment, and the shared experiences that guide individuals in their professional journeys.
Charles Nix: The Reflex Blue Show #278
Q: What will Gen Z judge me on the most in my type styles?
They are harshest when someone makes a decision that is not truthful and can spot discrepancies easily.
Jessie McGuire: The Reflex Blue Show #275
Q: You have the NBA 2K League. Was that something when they come to you and you're like, what is this?
Jessie explains how they had to familiarize themselves with gaming to pitch for the NBA 2K project, leveraging the knowledge of her team.
Jessie McGuire: The Reflex Blue Show #275
Q: What's new at ThoughtMatter?
Jessie discusses their focus on civic engagement and the role of designers in public discourse.

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Conversations revolve around graphic design, branding, and the intersection of design with societal themes and pop culture. The format typically features interviews with notable guests from various sectors within the design community, exploring their professional journeys and insights on the evolving landscape of design. Episodes frequently touch upon topics like typography, public relations, employee well-being, and community engagement, making it suitable for both established professionals and newcomers to the field. This podcast is particularly unique in the way it blends technical discussions with personal anecdotes and cultural commentary, which enhances the listening experience.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Marian Bantjes
2. Mark Mohammadpour
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