Topic: Industrial Design

4 chapters across the catalog

Ninjas in Mongolia
Episode 503 1:24:27 - 1:26:47

503: Ninjas in Mongolia

Podcaster Mixer Project, NewTek, Kiki Stockhammer

A new hardware project dubbed "The Podcaster" is in development, with an industrial designer currently working on the casing. During the NAB show, the hosts met with representatives from NewTek, the makers of the TriCaster, and industry figure Kiki Stockhammer. The segment highlights the positive reception of the No Agenda show among tech executives and the progress of the custom mixer prototype.

Checkpoint Nation
Episode 225 41:11 - 44:15

225: Checkpoint Nation

Innovative Design Protection and Piracy Prevention Act

Senator Chuck Schumer has introduced legislation to extend copyright and patent protections to the fashion industry. The hosts argue this would destroy the industry's traditional cycle of imitation and turnover, favoring large corporations like Nike. They characterize the bill as a move toward "communist-style" standardized clothing production.

Benefits Supervisor Sleeping
Episode 32 50:20 - 53:40

32: Benefits Supervisor Sleeping

The Failure of Focus Groups in Design and Innovation

The reliance on focus groups is criticized for stifling innovation in the automotive and fashion industries, leading to "milquetoast" products. Industry leaders like Steve Jobs are cited for the belief that the public cannot accurately predict or request future innovations, as their preferences are often rooted in current or past trends.