minor details

Nicholas Baker & James Connors
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Minor details is an industrial design podcast hosted by Nicholas Baker and James Connors. They share their opinions and stories about living and working as industrial designers in New York City.

  1. 6 mars

    Are Bicycles Actually Beautiful?

    James and Nick catch up on recent projects, from a Lego-inspired barricade moment to the surprisingly complex reality of building a two-ton “rock chair.” They then dig into a bigger design question: what makes an object truly beautiful versus merely cool, playful, or hyper-functional—using bicycles, keyboards, and iconic industrial design examples as the spark for a spirited debate. Music by KYOSHY (THE KID) Send questions to minordetailspodcast@gmail.com.

  2. 16 févr.

    The Return of Tangible Tech

    James and Nick discuss the trend of incense holders, the "brutalism" of modern coffee machines, and the five-year development of Nick’s modular Strap Box. They also debate Dieter Rams’ design philosophy and the cultural shift toward "tangible" retro technology like iPods and digital cameras. Music by KYOSHY (THE KID) Send questions to minordetailspodcast@gmail.com.

  3. 01/12/2025

    Reunion

    James and Nick catch up. James talks about a road barrier he designed. Nick talks about the Haybale and Jex. They discuss Ikea, Bambulab’s latest printer, and recent AI thoughts.

  4. 27/11/2023

    The Next Wave of 3D Printing

    James and Nick catch up. James chat’s about his new son and coffee routine. Nick is writing essays. They discuss a renaissance of 3D printing. Email us your questions at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com Shop our merch at minordetailspodcast.com/shop Support us by supporting Visune, get 10% off your first purchase by using our affiliate link. visune.io/minordetails

  5. 27/09/2023

    Afshin Mehin

    Afshin Mehin is a designer and the founder of Card79. He discusses his design journey, working for Whipsaw and IDEO, starting his design firm, designing for Neuralink, and the future of design. Check out Card79.com Email us your questions at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com  Shop our merch at minordetailspodcast.com/shop Support us by supporting Visune, get 10% off your first purchase by using our affiliate link. https://visune.io/minordetails

  6. 23/08/2023

    Dan Harden

    Dan Harden is the founder of Whipsaw and discusses his design journey, working for George Nelson, stories of Steve Jobs, starting his design firm, the business of design, his Skrolla chair, design values, and the future of design.Email us your questions at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com  Shop our merch at minordetailspodcast.com/shop Support us by supporting Visune, get 10% off your first purchase by using our affiliate link. https://visune.io/minordetails

  7. 04/08/2023

    The Great American Dyson Debate

    James and Nick review the Strap Box and answer questions about daily practices, prelaunch jitters, Miro, licensing, and Dyson. Email us your questions at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com  Support us by supporting Visune, get 10% off your first purchase by using our affiliate link. https://visune.io/minordetails

  8. 14/06/2023

    Apple Vision Pro

    James and Nick discuss their thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro. Email us your questions at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com Support us by supporting Momnt, get 10% off your first purchase by using our affiliate link. https://visune.io/minordetails

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Minor details is an industrial design podcast hosted by Nicholas Baker and James Connors. They share their opinions and stories about living and working as industrial designers in New York City.

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  • Création
    Nicholas Baker & James Connors
  • Années d’activité
    2018 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    115
  • Classification
    Contenu explicite
  • Site web de l’émission
    minor details