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CAPTN OffScript (previously The Type Convo) is where bold creatives go unscripted. Hosted by Alen, a type designer and creative founder behind SilverStag Type Foundry, the podcast dives into real, raw conversations with the people behind the work. Designers, founders, illustrators, storytellers, and makers who’ve carved their own paths. No scripts. No filters. No fluff. Just honest talk about creativity, imposter syndrome, reinvention, burnout, breakthroughs, and everything in between. New episodes weekly. Come aboard and go OffScript.

  1. S02/E19 - What Do You Want to Be Known For? Geri Kriechbaum on Self-Taught Design & Identity

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    S02/E19 - What Do You Want to Be Known For? Geri Kriechbaum on Self-Taught Design & Identity

    What do you want to be known for in five years? Austrian brand designer Geri Kriechbaum asks himself this question constantly — and it's transformed how he builds Stroncton, his brand design studio. In this episode, Geri shares his journey from technical engineer to self-taught designer, the trademark setback that led to Stroncton's creation, and why putting your work out there (even when it's imperfect) is the most important thing you can do. In this conversation, we explore: How Geri left his engineering job after realizing the nine-to-five mindset didn't align with his creative callingThe story behind Stroncton's name and the anchor-lighthouse symbolism that drives his brandWhy he spent nearly 10 years building apparel brands before offering design services to clientsOvercoming imposter syndrome as a self-taught designer without a formal degreeThe difference between intrinsic motivation (genuine passion) and extrinsic motivation (money, status)How to define your designer identity instead of constantly comparing yourself to others on social mediaWhy sharing imperfect work creates opportunities — and how you can put yourself out there so "luck" can happenBurnout lessons: Why sustainable daily progress beats unsustainable all-night work sessions Geri's core advice to young designers: Stop waiting for your portfolio to be perfect. Start by designing for yourself, share your work publicly, and regularly ask yourself "What do I want to be known for in five years?" This question will clarify your identity, focus your efforts, and help you build a creative career on your own terms. ABOUT GERI KRIECHBAUM: Geri is an Austrian brand designer and founder of Stroncton, a brand design studio specializing in visual identity, logo design, and brand strategy. Originally from a technical engineering background, he's completely self-taught in design and spent years building personal apparel brands inspired by skateboard culture before transitioning to client-focused brand work. CONNECT WITH GERI: Website: https://www.stroncton.com/en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stroncton/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geri-kriechbaum-9a1233169 WATCH THE FULL VIDEO EPISODE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CAPTNOffScript MORE FROM CAPTN OFFSCRIPT:Website: https://captnoffscript.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/captnoffscript Newsletter: https://captn.myflodesk.com/newsletter

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  2. S02/E18 - Scott Fuller on What It Really Takes to Succeed as an Independent Designer

    11 FEB.

    S02/E18 - Scott Fuller on What It Really Takes to Succeed as an Independent Designer

    In this episode, I sit down with Scott Fuller to talk about what it truly means to succeed as an independent designer. We move beyond surface-level advice and dig into the realities of building a sustainable design career. Scott shares how consistency, reliability, and long-term thinking have shaped his path, and why independence requires more than just talent. A large part of our conversation focuses on client relationships. How do you win trust? How do you maintain it? And how do you position yourself as dependable in a competitive industry? We also talk about creative discipline, comparison, imposter syndrome, and the emotional weight of working independently. Scott speaks honestly about competing with himself rather than chasing trends, and why focusing on steady growth often beats short bursts of attention. This is a grounded conversation about creative independence, responsibility, and playing the long game in design.

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  3. S02/E17 - Armin Vit & Bryony Gomez-Palacio on Building a Creative Life Together Without Compromise

    4 FEB.

    S02/E17 - Armin Vit & Bryony Gomez-Palacio on Building a Creative Life Together Without Compromise

    In this episode, I talk with Armin Vit and Bryony Gomez-Palacio about building a creative life together and what that really looks like behind the scenes. We discuss their path into design writing, publishing, and criticism, the origins and evolution of Brand New, and the choices that led them away from traditional career structures toward independence. This conversation explores how creative identity forms over time, and why staying curious and opinionated matters more than chasing relevance. A large part of the episode focuses on partnership – how two strong creative voices coexist, how decisions are made, and how trust becomes the foundation for long-term work. Armin and Bryony speak candidly about risk, responsibility, and the emotional realities of running something influential while remaining grounded. We also talk about defining success, protecting creative energy, and what it takes to build a life around creativity rather than fitting creativity into life. An honest, thoughtful conversation about creativity as a practice, a profession, and a way of living.

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  4. S02/E16 - Hyperfocus on What Matters – Building a Modern Design Studio Without the Noise

    28 JAN.

    S02/E16 - Hyperfocus on What Matters – Building a Modern Design Studio Without the Noise

    In this episode, I sit down with Paul and Jan, founders of Hyperfocus, to talk about building a design studio with intention in an industry that constantly pulls your attention in a hundred different directions. We discuss how Hyperfocus was founded during a moment of uncertainty, and how that experience shaped their approach to work, culture, and decision-making. From the influence of skateboarding and street culture to working with international clients, they share how personal background often becomes the invisible foundation of strong creative systems. A big part of the conversation centers on focus – not as a productivity trick, but as a philosophy. We talk about why brand and product should never be disconnected, how clarity improves collaboration, and why doing fewer things well often leads to better outcomes than chasing everything at once. Paul and Jan also open up about imposter syndrome, leadership, and the emotional realities of running a studio. We explore how creative confidence evolves over time, how doubt never fully disappears, and why building healthy boundaries is just as important as building strong work. The episode closes with reflections on AI, craft, and the future of design. Rather than replacing creativity, new tools are forcing designers to be more intentional, more thoughtful, and more human. A grounded, honest conversation about focus, culture, and building a studio that lasts.

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  5. S02/E15 - Alex Trochut on Creativity, Identity, and Staying Human in a Hyper-Optimized World

    21 JAN.

    S02/E15 - Alex Trochut on Creativity, Identity, and Staying Human in a Hyper-Optimized World

    In this episode, I sit down with Alex Trochut for one of the most personal and reflective conversations we’ve had on the podcast. We talk about creativity, identity, and what it really means to stay human in a world that constantly pushes optimization, speed, and output. Alex shares stories from growing up in Barcelona, discovering graphic design early, and being shaped by a family environment where creativity, culture, and craft were always present. A particularly moving part of the conversation centers around Alex’s grandfather. We also explore Alex’s decision to leave Spain, his years in New York and California, and what it means to build a creative life as an immigrant. Alex speaks openly about belonging, distance, and how moving away from home can sharpen your sense of identity rather than dilute it. We talk about cities as creative accelerators, but also about the personal cost of constantly adapting. The conversation moves into creative evolution. Alex shares his honest resistance to new tools, the fear of change, and the moment he realized that repeating what already worked was quietly limiting him. Learning 3D later in his career became less about technology and more about breaking patterns, opening new creative doors, and reconnecting with curiosity. We also talk about music, DJing, personal projects, and the importance of having creative spaces that exist outside commercial expectations. Alex reflects on freedom, experimentation, and why staying playful is not a luxury, but a necessity for a long creative life. This episode isn’t about trends, tools, or success metrics. It’s about roots, evolution, vulnerability, and designing a creative career that stays emotionally honest over time. If you’ve ever questioned your direction, felt stuck in repetition, or wondered how to grow without losing yourself, this conversation will resonate.

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  6. S02/E14 - Cat How on Purpose-Driven Branding and Building a Business That Reflects Your Values

    14 JAN.

    S02/E14 - Cat How on Purpose-Driven Branding and Building a Business That Reflects Your Values

    Cat How is the co-founder of How&How and one of the most thoughtful voices in purpose-driven branding today. In this episode, we talk about her journey from journalism into design, founding and growing a global branding agency during the COVID pandemic, and what it takes to build a business that reflects your values in practice, not just in theory. Cat shares how storytelling shaped her approach to branding, why she believes creativity carries responsibility, and how her studio committed to climate-focused and impact-driven work early on. We discuss leadership, growth, working with a partner, burnout, and the realities behind values-led decision-making. We also talk about AI and creativity, why Cat sees emerging tools as an opportunity rather than a threat, and why human intuition and conviction remain essential. This is an honest conversation about purpose-driven branding, long-term thinking, and building a creative business with integrity.

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  7. S02/E13 - Michael Flarup on Creativity and Designing a Life Without a Master Plan

    6 JAN.

    S02/E13 - Michael Flarup on Creativity and Designing a Life Without a Master Plan

    Michael Flarup is a designer, creative entrepreneur, and co-founder of Northplay. His career spans icon design, self-published books, and independent game development, shaped by curiosity rather than a fixed plan. In this conversation, we talk about growing up not fitting into traditional systems, discovering creativity through making, and building long-term projects that take years to mature. Michael shares insights into self-publishing the App Icon books, designing games, and why trusting long timelines became a defining part of his approach to work. We also discuss switching between different creative disciplines, avoiding burnout, and how following what feels genuinely fun often leads to more meaningful and sustainable creative work. Michael opens up about fatherhood, balance, self-doubt, and the idea of healthy self-delusion as a creative strategy. This is an honest conversation about patience, curiosity, and designing a creative life that lasts.

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  8. S02/E12 - Kieron Anthony Lewis on Editorial Design, Identity, and Finding Meaning Through Work

    2025-12-17

    S02/E12 - Kieron Anthony Lewis on Editorial Design, Identity, and Finding Meaning Through Work

    Kieron Anthony Lewis is an editorial designer, speaker, educator, and Adobe Live host whose work is deeply rooted in culture, community, and meaning. In this conversation, we go far beyond design portfolios and talk about the life experiences that shaped how he works and why he creates. We discuss the monumental Lagos publication, designing books as cultural artifacts, and how Kieron’s love for magazines and editorial structure began long before he knew design was a career. He shares his journey through agencies, freelancing during COVID, and the unexpected chain of events that led to working with Adobe and major publishers. The episode opens up into fatherhood, grief, identity, and perspective. Kieron reflects on becoming one of the Design for Planet Trailblazers on the same day he lost his grandfather, and how that moment reshaped his understanding of success, ambition, and what truly matters. This is an honest, thoughtful conversation about creative purpose, humility, and building a life that aligns with your values, not just your output. 🎧 Real creatives. Real stories. Real lessons. Welcome to CAPTN OffScript. — 🔗 Full show notes and episode transcript: https://captnoffscript.com/s02-e11-james-barnard-on-creativity-speed-and-designing-a-life-you-love 🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captn-offscript/id1837469433 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7nJ5dKTP2dQN5OwICKjTY5 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@captnoffscript 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/captnoffscript ✨ Subscribe for new episodes every week, where bold creatives share real stories, honest lessons, and unexpected paths to success.

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CAPTN OffScript (previously The Type Convo) is where bold creatives go unscripted. Hosted by Alen, a type designer and creative founder behind SilverStag Type Foundry, the podcast dives into real, raw conversations with the people behind the work. Designers, founders, illustrators, storytellers, and makers who’ve carved their own paths. No scripts. No filters. No fluff. Just honest talk about creativity, imposter syndrome, reinvention, burnout, breakthroughs, and everything in between. New episodes weekly. Come aboard and go OffScript.

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