Some Assembly Required

Pablo Samoilys

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This is Some Assembly Required, a bi-weekly design podcast co-hosted by Pablo Samoilys and George Wyeth, two Product Design students at the University of Sussex. Each episode we delve into a niche within Tech, Product Design and Sustainability, taking apart the impact and future of these innovations. || Follow us on Instagram for more: @assemble.it

19/09/2023

How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 1] – S3 Ep. 2

The 26th Conference of Parties, or COP26 has just concluded, so George and Pablo sat down with their wonderful lecturer and Circular Economy expert Claire Potter to discuss the results of each day. Listen in to hear the wins, the losses, and most importantly the GreenCocks! Part 2 will arrive next week, subscribe so you don't miss it! Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it Read more about COP26: https://news.sky.com/story/cop26-the-key-agreements-from-glasgows-climate-summit-12457842 Read about India's fossil fuel perspective: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-didnt-replace-coal-phase-out-with-phase-down-at-cop-26-govt-sources/articleshow/87763843.cms Buy Claire's new book! https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/claire-potter/welcome-to-the-circular-economy/9781913947125/

50 min
19/09/2023

Monitoring the Oceans with Coral8 – S3 Ep. 7

It's been a while! Today we break into the shell of Pablo's final year Product Design project, Coral8. Tune in for an exciting breakdown of almost a year's worth of work, an an introduction to Coral8, a device that brings citizen science into the reach of recreational SCUBA Divers and Snorkelers. Check out Pablo's Instagram for photos of Coral8 and more details on the product. Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it

42 min
10/02/2022

Monopolied – S3 Ep. 6

Everything you know about this infamous game is a lie, plus some other cool things. https://aeon.co/ideas/monopoly-was-invented-to-demonstrate-the-evils-of-capitalism

39 min
27/01/2022

Probably Randomly – S3 Ep. 5

What is random? We think we know, but in truth we have no idea. This episode attempts to change that, and likely doesn't succeed, as randomness is a broad concept, and "true random" is rarely ever achieved. Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it

25 min
23/12/2021

A world of YOUR imagination! with Mathilde – S3 Ep. 4

Joined by Cultural Studies student and budding writer Mathilde, George and Pablo delve into World Building, exploring the quirks of hard vs. soft reality development, and discussing their favorite notables within each. Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it

44 min
08/12/2021

Video Game Design – S3 Ep. 3

join George and Pablo in an exploration of one of their shared favorite activities, video games! We discuss factors and stages of game development, their history, and how they differ between the USA and Japan. We also highlight a few favorites that stand out as true marks of innovation in this industry of design!

43 min
23/11/2021

How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 2] – S3 Ep. 2

Part 2! If you've not listened to part 1, do that first and then come back to this. The 26th Conference of Parties, or COP26 has just concluded, so George and Pablo sat down with their wonderful lecturer and Circular Economy expert Claire Potter to discuss the results of each day. Listen in to hear the wins, the losses, and most importantly the GreenCocks! Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it Read more about COP26: https://news.sky.com/story/cop26-the-key-agreements-from-glasgows-climate-summit-12457842 Read about India's fossil fuel perspective: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-didnt-replace-coal-phase-out-with-phase-down-at-cop-26-govt-sources/articleshow/87763843.cms Buy Claire's new book! https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/claire-potter/welcome-to-the-circular-economy/9781913947125/

27 min
02/11/2021

Do I know you? – S3 Ep. 1

Welcome back to Some Assembly Required! We're back for Season 3! Join Pablo and George in a deep dive of everything Facial Recognition and Surveillance, between terrifying overreach and exciting new technology! || Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it

34 min

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10/01/2020

By Design – Ep. 0

In this debut episode, By Design, George and Pablo introduce themselves and discuss their aspirations for the podcast. They explore their past and current design projects, interests and backgrounds, as well as ideas on developing a new podcast.

10/01/2020

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9 min

Creator

Pablo Samoilys
Years Active

2020 - 2023
Episodes

32
Rating

Clean
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Some Assembly Required

Some Assembly Required

How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 1] – S3 Ep. 2

Monitoring the Oceans with Coral8 – S3 Ep. 7

Monopolied – S3 Ep. 6

Probably Randomly – S3 Ep. 5

A world of YOUR imagination! with Mathilde – S3 Ep. 4

Video Game Design – S3 Ep. 3

How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 2] – S3 Ep. 2

Do I know you? – S3 Ep. 1

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By Design – Ep. 0

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Some Assembly Required

Episodes

How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 1] – S3 Ep. 2

Monitoring the Oceans with Coral8 – S3 Ep. 7

Monopolied – S3 Ep. 6

Probably Randomly – S3 Ep. 5

A world of YOUR imagination! with Mathilde – S3 Ep. 4

Video Game Design – S3 Ep. 3

How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 2] – S3 Ep. 2

Do I know you? – S3 Ep. 1

Trailer

By Design – Ep. 0

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