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In this episode, the (REDACTED) team are joined by Oxford-based Physical Product Designer Duncan Crosse. As a freelancer, Duncan has worked with companies including SharkNinja, WMP Creative, Oxford Innovation, Imperial College London and more recently, he founded DNC Designs, the business through which he continues his freelance work while also designing, developing, and launching products of his own.Listen in as Duncan shares the highs and lows of freelance work, his scepticism about the current use of AI in the design process, the sustainability and trade-offs around plastic, launching his own homeware brand, Ute Home, the difficulties behind finding a manufacturer, tooling costs, supplier setbacks and why he prefers staying a “one-man band” collaborating with other freelancers.Hosted by Fraser Greenfield and Louis Mills with guest Duncan Crosse.—-------------------------------------------------------------------This episode is sponsored by the Better Future Awards. To find out more, head to betterfutureawards.com/redacted—-------------------------------------------------------------------Duncan Crosse - Building Great Products | LinkedIn Oxford Product DesignDNC DesignsUte HomeFollow DNC Designs on Instagram | @dnc_designs_ltdFollow Ute Home on Instagram | @utehome The Australian Ugliness: Text Classics by Robin Boyd (EBook) —————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

Today (REDACTED) is joined by Annaka Hoelk, Canadian industrial designer, entrepreneur, and design educator who has built a following by making design more accessible to everyday audiences. We discuss her path into industrial design, her West Coast Modern family influence, and lessons from studying at Central Saint Martins. Annika shares how she launched her studio and early products and the realities of slow growth, marketing, shipping costs, plus social media strategy, frustrations with design-week and why only 10% of what you do is actually design.Hosted by Fraser Greenfield and Louis Mills with guest Annaka Hoelk—-----------------------https://www.vancouverheritagefoundation.org/house-styles/west-coast-modern/https://westernliving.ca/doty/industrial-design/industrial-designer-of-the-year-2025-annaka-hoelk/https://annakahoelk.com/products/nook-vase-frost?variant=42277502025841https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Payne%27s_greyhttps://bocci.com/shop/lighting/https://ecuad.ca/https://a-n-d.com/https://koustudios.com/events/objobj-exhibitionhttps://inform.ca/https://www.alcova.xyz/exhibitions/milano-2026https://rarify.co/https://www.dezeen.com/2026/04/21/collectible-design-milan-design-week-salone-raritas-debika-ray-opinion/https://www.gustafwestman.com/https://lenyclo.comhttps://annakahoelk.com/—-----------------------This episode is sponsored by the Better Future Awards. To find out more, head to betterfutureawards.com/redacted—————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

In this episode, the (REDACTED) team is joined by Blair Hasty, an Atlanta-based industrial design leader and Founder and Director of Crafted by. With his wealth of experience from his time at Verizon as well as delivering breakthrough solutions from concept for global brands, Blair has become a maven of the industrial design field, fostering growth in the community both online and in person.Listen in as Blair discusses the common worries shared by all designers, the importance of finding your identity, better networking through open and honest conversations, and the critical skills designers and entrepreneurs need to succeed.Hosted by Oliver Alexander and Louis Mills with guest Blair Hasty—-----------------------Blair HastyBlair Hasty | LinkedIn Crafted by | LinkedIn Crafted by.  Industrial Designers International | LinkedIn More info about Oliver’s studio: Vulpes WorksFollow Vulpes Works on Instagram | @vulpesworks More info about Louis’s studio: Frisson DesignFollow Frisson Design on Instagram | @_frissiondesign  —-----------------------This episode is sponsored by the Better Future Awards. To find out more, head to betterfutureawards.com/redacted—————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

In this episode, the (REDACTED) team is joined by Andreas Kurbos, the founder and CEO of studiokurbos, an independent design studio working across automotive, textiles, product, and digital systems. We explore how Andreas got started in car design, how a multinational studio actually works (under the bonnet), why interiors are the new wild west of car design and much, much more...Hosted by Fraser Greenfield and Louis Mills with guest Andreas Kurbos.—-------------------------Studio Kurbos Follow Andreas on Instagram | @andreaskurbos Follow studiokurbos on Instagram | @studiokurbos studiokurbos® | LinkedInAndrea Kurbos | LinkedIn  Andreas Kurbos - CEO at studiokurbos® | The Orgstudiokurbos | Behance​Ferrari Luce - Ferrari.com —————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

Today, the (REDACTED) team are joined by the one and only, Max Fraser.Based in London and with a portfolio of work that spans books, magazines, digital, speeches, exhibitions and events, Max is the editorial director of Dezeen, the world's leading magazine on all things architecture, technology, interiors and design.Listen in as Max discusses his journey from trying to launch his first book, his shift to the fast-paced world of journalism and media work, where designers will encounter bumps in the road, how to effectively pitch yourself to the media, why paying attention to it is important and most imperatively, how to engage with it as designers.Hosted by Oliver Alexander and Fraser Greenfield with guest Max Fraser––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––This episode is sponsored by the Better Future Awards. To find out more, head to betterfutureawards.com/redacted––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Max Fraser Follow Max on Instagram | @maxfraserdesign Max Fraser - Dezeen | LinkedIn DezeenFollow Dezeen on Instagram | @dezeen Dezeen | LinkedInDesign UK | Google Books  Everything that's going wrong with design | Dezeen —————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

Today, the (REDACTED) team are joined by Andy Fallshaw and James Jeffrey, the Co-founder and Head of Product, respectively, from Australian accessories brand Bellroy.Founded in 2009 and a certified B Corp, Andy and JJ discuss Bellroy’s focus on redefining everyday carry products, emphasising practical yet aesthetically pleasing designs that ensure durability for long-lasting use, and using sustainable materials helps Bellroy spiral towards the bullseye of the best wallets, bags and phone cases on the market.Hosted by Oliver Alexander and Fraser Greenfield with guests Andy Fallshaw and James Jeffrey––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––This episode is sponsored by the Better Future Awards. To find out more, head to betterfutureawards.com/redacted––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––BellroyBellroy | LinkedIn Follow Bellroy on Instagram | @bellroyAndy Fallshaw - Bellroy Co-Founder | LinkedInFollow Andy on Instagram | @andyfallshaw  Follow JJ on Instagram | @jamesjeffreyidJames Jeffrey - Head of Product Design | LinkedInCarryologyFollow Carryology on Instagram | @carryology System 1 and System 2 Thinking | The Decision Lab Cradle to Cradle by Michael Braungart | Penguin Books AustraliaThe Venture Collection | Bellroy —————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

In this episode, the (REDACTED) team are joined by Peter Yee, one of the most influential designers of eyewear in living memory.  From grad to Vice President of Design at Oakley and one of the key figures behind the brand’s global cultural impact.As Oakley’s first formally trained industrial designer, Yee spent over two decades shaping the company’s identity—designing legendary eyewear like the Eye Jacket and creating the globally recognised Oakley “O” logo. With more than 100 patents and a career dedicated to pushing the boundaries of performance design, Peter shares insights on creativity, innovation, and what it really takes to turn bold ideas into products that define an era. Hosted by Fraser Greenfield with guest Peter Yee—---------Peter Yee - PYD | LinkedInOakley Romeo Follow Peter on Instagram | @peteryeedesign —————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

This episode is sponsored by the Better Future Awards! To find out more, head to https://betterfutureawards.com/together/page.asp?assetid=162568—------------------In this episode, the (REDACTED) team is joined by the talented automotive designer, Roman Zenin.Hailing from St Petersburg and now living and working in London, Roman shares his journey from a car-obsessed child to working with highly renowned brands such as Jaguar, Land Rover and Arrival. Listen as Roman discusses the differences in aesthetics between classic and modern car designs, the impact of electric vehicles, the transition from working at traditional OEMs to innovative start-ups, plus the creative process behind creating iconic vehicles. Hosted by Lucy Bishop and Louis Mills with guest Roman Zenin.—------------------Roman Zenin - Sr. Exterior Designer at Tata Motors | LinkedInFollow Roman on Instagram | @zeninromTata Motors Design CentreLada - Wikipedia Citroën C4 Cactus - Wikipedia Why Jaguar is taking such a big risk with its rebrand and pink concept car JAGUAR UNVEILS TYPE 00. UNMISTAKABLE. UNEXPECTED. DRAMATIC. | Jaguar 2024 Media NewsroomJaguar | Type 00 | Command Attention —————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

In this episode, the (REDACTED) team are joined by San Francisco-based industrial designer, space architect, futurist and explorer, Phnam Bagley.We sat down with Phnam to discuss her pivot from traditional design to futurism, her insights on the role of design in technology and space exploration, the challenges encountered while designing the Human Headphones, and how her global travels, cultural exposure, and advocacy for human-centred design have shaped her design philosophy.Hosted by Oliver Alexander and Fraser Greenfield with guest Phnam Bagley.—------------------------------------The Better Future Awards sponsor this episode. To find out more, head to https://betterfutureawards.com/together/page.asp?assetid=162568—------------------------------------Phnam Bagley - Partner at Nonfiction. TED Speaker, Space Architect, Industrial Designer, Futurist, Explorer 🚀 | LinkedInNonfiction Design Follow Nonfiction on Instagram | @nonfiction.designFollow Phnam on Instagram | @phnambagleySubscribe to Nonfiction's YouTube ChannelStrate, School of Design in Paris, Lyon and Bangalore Human - award-winning audio wearable innovation. : Nonfiction Eternal Luxe Co. Follow Eternal Luxe on Instagram | @eternalluxeOSMED —————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

Today, the (REDACTED) team are joined by Ryan Tate, former Head of Design at the groundbreaking automotive firm Arrival.Despite the challenges faced by Arrival, Ryan covers how thoughtful design can influence the success of a business and contribute to the future of sustainable automotive solutions.Hosted by Oliver Alexander and Louis Mills with guest Ryan Tate—------------------------------------Ryan Tate - Design Leader | Arrival | Eight Inc. - LinkedInMathmosArrival.com | Internet ArchiveEight Inc.RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW – ARRIVAL BUS - Australasian Bus and Coach Take the Bus | The Arrival Bus hits the road | YouTubeMore than just an Electric Bus | Design Research | Arrival Bus | YouTube—————————————————————-To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to:https://linktr.ee/redactedpod