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Wake Up Excited!

Brad Frost
Creativity
Artificial Intelligence
Music
Design
Design Systems
Rebecca Garza-Bortman
Self-Improvement
Family Relationships
Web Standards
Family
Mental Health
Self-Censorship
Storytelling
Authenticity
Community Engagement
Sustainability
Open Source Software
Pittsburgh
Long COVID
Enthusiasm

Inspiring conversations with exuberant humans about how to live a creative, fulfilling, and authentic life. Hosted by enthusiasm enthusiast, Brad Frost. We experience a brief moment of truth when we first wake up in the morning. Before the cold shower of reality, our infinite to-do lists, and macro-level woes seize our consciousness. We experience a brief moment of excitement — and this pure momen... more

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We’re finding renewed excitement for discovering music through going to gigs and reflecting on how live shows offer an irreplaceable shared experience. The discussion shifts to the indie web, hyperlink culture, and how social platforms and chatbots r... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Clarke
Photographer, designer, and creative director with a background in camera equipment sales and art direction
Independent photographer and creative professional
Episode: Nostalgia, Legacy, and Finding What’s Next with Andy Clarke
Miriam Suzanne
Potter, theatre creator, co-founder of Grapefruit Lab/OddBird
Grapefruit Lab, OddBird
Episode: Pottery, Theater, CSS Collaboration, and the Ethics of AI with Miriam Suzanne
Scott Jensen
UX designer and open source advocate
Independent/UX designer
Episode: UX, AI Hype Cycles, and Rebuilding the Web with Scott Jenson
Paul Boag
Founder of Boagworld, UX consultant and author
Boagworld
Episode: Paul Boag on AI, UX Democratization, and Building a Life-First Career
Nathan Curtis
Design systems expert and author of Modular Web Design
Architect at large in design systems, author
Episode: Nathan Curtis on AI, Design Systems Architecture, and Staying Aligned Beyond Figma
Afyia Smith
Design systems practitioner focusing on documentation
Epic Games (former) / Independent consultant
Episode: Docs First, AI-Ready Design Systems with Afyia Smith
Luke Wroblewski
Product and design leader; mountain biking enthusiast
Luke Wroblewski (Independent/Consultant)
Episode: Mountain Biking, Parenting, and AI’s Breakneck Evolution with Luke Wroblewski
Luke Murphy
Musician and creative technologist discussed on the episode
Episode: Creative Unblock, Ethical Tensions, and Pragmatism with Luke Murphy
Don Norman
Design pioneer and educator; founder of Don Norman Design Award and advocate for humanity-centered design
Don Norman Design Award / Alliance for Humanity
Episode: Incubating Ideas, Human Memory, and Designing for Humanity with Don Norman

Host

Brad Frost
Host of the show; enthusiastic interviewer; focuses on design, AI, and humane technology.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Refreshing

    So nice to have this style of podcast back in my feed: honest conversations about creativity, life, and the web industry. I loved all the podcasts about the web, design, etc from 2008-2018. This feels like a new take on that form. Thanks Brad!

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    mijustin
    Canadaa year ago

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Audience praise for honest, human-centered conversations about creativity and the web industry.
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The show is valued for depth and thoughtful exploration of AI's role in design and culture.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Accessible and Sustainable AI with Hidde
Q: What concerns do you have about AI's impact on the web's openness and attribution, and how can we address them?
There is worry about information being repurposed by chatbots without proper credit, and the need for design defaults and better tooling to keep the web open and accessible; emphasis on responsible use, better standards, and governance to protect creators and users.
Accessible and Sustainable AI with Hidde
Q: What are your go-to tools for discovering and organizing music, and how did that influence your view on the web and AI today?
The guest explains using a mix of live venues, Instagram, and local sites to track music, plus a shift away from streaming to offline collections; this parallels a preference for tangible, creator-owned web infrastructure and a cautious, deliberate approach to AI adoption rather than chasing every new tool.
Docs First, AI-Ready Design Systems with Afyia Smith
Q: Do you have advice for people who are looking to reframe their careers during uncertain times?
Focus on aligning your strongest skills with opportunities that leverage them in new contexts, be open to broader roles that connect people and process, and actively communicate your value so potential employers see how your experience can adapt to evolving needs.
I Feel Like I Have Lightning in My Fingertips with Ridd
Q: What has you waking up excited these days?
Ridd describes a surge of creative freedom and power from learning to code and shaping his design work, driven by a bazooka of opportunity and a sense that he can control every pixel, animation, and interaction.
Designing a Life That Excites You with Christine Vallaure
Q: Are you competitive or ambitious? Which one are you?
Christine describes herself as ambitious rather than competitive, valuing personal progress and collaboration over zero-sum rivalry.

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Episodes center on designers, creative technologists, and researchers exploring how AI, design systems, and human-centered practice intersect with everyday life. Conversations often blend practical workflows with big-picture thinking about creativity, community, and humane technology—covering topics like AI-assisted design, documentation culture, design systems, memory and storytelling, and building meaningful work and communities. A standout throughline is the emphasis on living with intention and curiosity, while balancing ethical considerations, collaboration, and lifelong learning. Listeners can expect in-depth, long-form chats with industry veterans and innovators who bring hands-on experience, practical anecdotes, and a humanistic app... more

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