Where do we go from here?

Scott Catallo
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Welcome everyone to “Where do we go from here” Like many of you I am an enthusiast of many hobbies and interests and as such this Podcast will be uniquely different. Whereas a typical podcast tends to focus specifically on one topic, I intend on bucking the trend by releasing content covering a wide variety of subjects and interests. My intention is to produce episodes that will engage and inform you the listener so that we can tackle such future subject categories as art, design, music, education, business, news, politics, psychology, philosophy, technology and yes even cooking.

  1. FEB 10

    The State of the Office 2026 – From Return to Reinvention

    The Office Comeback Story Is Over . . Now Comes Reinvention. In the latest episode of Where Do We Go From Here?, I relaunch my Workplace Design Series for 2026 with a bold premise: The question is no longer “When will employees return?” It’s “Why should they?” From 2024–2025, we lived through the “return-to-office” era. Hybrid became the default. Mandates rose. Fatigue followed. Utilization patterns exposed hard truths. Some firms doubled down on presence. Others downsized, redistributed, or reinvested in culture-driven spaces. Now in 2026, we’ve entered a new phase: reinvention. In this episode — “The State of the Office 2026: From Return to Reinvention” — I explore: What the hybrid realignment phase actually taught usWhy presence ? productivityHow AI-driven analytics are transforming portfolio strategyThe shift from cost-per-square-foot to what I call impact-per-square-footWhy purpose-based design is becoming the competitive differentiatorBy the end of the episode, I share my 2026 predictions for the workplace market — including divergence across industries, adaptive reuse trends, and why firms that treat the office as an ecosystem (not overhead) may find themselves ahead of the curve. If you’re an executive, portfolio manager, developer, architect, interior designer, or workplace strategist — this conversation is for you. Listen now to Episode 1 of the 2026 Workplace Design Series. And stay tuned — the next two episodes feature industry leaders from real estate and interior design sharing their forecasts for what’s ahead. #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceStrategy #OfficeDesign #Architecture #HybridWork #Leadership #CommercialRealEstate #Innovation

    28 min

  2. JAN 27

    2026 Episode and Series Preview

    🎙️ Where Do We Go From Here? w/ Scott Catallo -- 2026 Preview: I just released a short teaser video outlining what’s coming next for “Where Do We Go From Here? with Scott Catallo” — and I’m incredibly excited about the conversations ahead. This year, the show will explore some of the most pressing questions shaping how we live, work, and understand the world: 🔹 The Workplace Series (2026 Update) A fresh three-part look at the state of the corporate office, workplace design, and the real estate market — how we’re working now, and what the future of work may actually look like. 🔹 A New Four-Part Series on “Truth” Not political truth. Not slogans. But the psychology of belief — why we believe what we believe, how identity and emotion override reason, how repetition manufactures reality — framed through one of my favorite philosophical metaphors: Plato’s Allegory of the Cave. 🔹 New Interviews Conversations with AI industry leaders and design thought leaders exploring technology, space, identity, and human experience. 🔹 And something new… VIDEO Select interview and research episodes will now be released in video form — expanding the show into a new medium and a new way to engage. If you’re interested in the future of work, design, AI, psychology, and the deeper questions behind human behavior, 2026 is going to be a powerful year for this podcast. 🎧 Follow, subscribe, and watch on all your favorite podcast platforms — and as always, I’d love to hear from you: E-mail catalloscott@gmail.com X @ScottCatallo Instagram wheredowegofromherepod #Podcast #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceDesign #AI #Psychology #Leadership #Philosophy #DesignThinking #WhereDoWeGoFromHere

    2 min

  3. 12/02/2025

    The Architect, The Interface and The Human Connection an Interview with Nick Cawthon

    How do architects, designers and digital creators all speak the same language of human experience? In this episode I sit down with Nick Cawthon, principal at Gauge.io, to explore the intersection between architecture, user experience design and the evolving relationship between people, process and technology. Nick shares insights from his journey - from hand-drawn drafts to AI-driven design - and reflects on how both architects and virtual creators are redefining creativity in a digital-first world. Together, Nick and I unpack how human centered thinking connects physical space and digital interface, why documenting your process matters more than perfection, and how the next generation of designers can thrive in an era of generative tools. In this episode you will learn: Why architecture and UX share the same DNA of human-centered designHow post-occupancy analysis and UX research both measure and real impactWhat architects can learn from virtual creators about building authentic communitiesHow AI and generative tools are reshaping creativity - and why that's good news for young designersNick and I also reflect on the timeless value of sketching, the art of slowing down in a fast-paced digital culture, and the simple act of staying curious as our professions evolve. #architecture #UXdesign #AIandDesign #Designthinking #HumanCenteredDesign #FutireOf Design #Podcast Subscribe, share and join the conversation: Where do we go from here? catalloscott@gmail.com

    37 min

  4. 11/04/2025

    The Alignment Problem: When AI Does What We Say, Not What We Mean

    👾 "How to Serve Man" — a classic Twilight Zone episode — asked a chilling question: when something promises to serve us… do we really know whose table we’re being served on?   Today, that same question applies to AI Alignment.   In this episode, I break down: What AI Alignment actually means (and why it’s trickier than it sounds)How social media algorithms already show us the dangers of misalignmentWhy even experts fear “reward hacking” and unintended consequencesThe real-world stakes: from fairness in hiring to global regulationWhy AI alignment is really about human alignment first  AI won’t align to us by accident. It will only align if we put in the work—technically, ethically, and socially. Thank you for listening and please subscribe to  . . Where do we go from here? . . and tell your friends to do the same. Also keep the mail and feedback coming at catalloscott@gmail.com, so far, I have received enough viewer mail that I anticipate providing a quick mail bag episode soon to answer some interesting questions I have received.

    23 min

  5. 10/07/2025

    AI Anxiety, Empathy and Everyday Tools: A Conversation with Beth Z

    "AI anxiety is real—but you’re not as far behind as you think."   In this episode I’m joined by BethZ, speaker, author, and tech strategist, for an unfiltered conversation about: 🔹 Why most companies are still lost on AI strategy 🔹 The #1 investment businesses really need to make in AI (hint: it’s not money) 🔹 How to balance innovation with privacy, ethics, and creativity 🔹 The surprising emotional side of AI—and why it sometimes feels a little too human 🔹 Tools & tactics you can use today to boost productivity without drowning in subscriptions   Whether you’re curious, cautious, or completely overwhelmed by AI, this episode will give you clarity, practical tips, and maybe even a little peace of mind.   I’m always on the hunt for new show ideas and feedback on all episodes so please contact me at catalloscott@gmail.com. #Podcast #ArtificialIntelligence#FutureOfWork #Leadership #WhereDoWeGoFromHere #AI

    42 min

  6. 09/02/2025

    Discipline, Purpose and Results - an Interview with Brian Bartes

    💡“Excellence isn’t glamorous. It’s boring.” — Brian Bartes   In this powerful episode, bestselling author, professional coach, and speaker Brian Bartes joins me to unpack thediscipline, intentionality, and purpose behind sustained excellence. From early-morning writing sessions to Olympic-level commitment, Brian shares what it really takes to bridge the gap between where you are—and where you want tobe. 🔥 In this episode Brian and I discuss: Why excellence is the work no one sees The mundanity of greatness Goal setting that actually worksWhy action beats intentionBuilding the “bridge” from vision to execution  If you’ve ever asked yourself how to get unstuck or level up your performance—in life, business, or leadership—this isyour episode.   🎧 Listen now and let us know what excellence means to you.   #Leadership #Excellence #PersonalDevelopment #Coaching #GoalSetting #Podcast #WhereDoWeGoFromHere #ScottCatallo #BrianBartes #LifeExcellence

    1h 12m

  7. 08/05/2025

    Design Methodology Series - Summary and my Design Thoughts

    🎙 New Episode Drop: The (Possible) Conclusion of the Design Methodology Series Where Do We Go from Here? with Scott Catallo  What happens when designers from radically different disciplines all sit down and unpack how they work? Over fourincredible episodes, we explored just that—getting inside the creative process with: 🏢 Jim Merideth (Workplace Strategy) 🪑 John Kalustian (Furniture Design) 👗 Tracy Reese (Fashion & Sustainability) 📸 Steve Rost (Photography & Graphic Arts)  Now in this final (maybe?) installment, I recap the most powerful insights from the series—like why some designers swear by research and others run from it—and then I share some of my own personal thoughts surrounding a bit of my design philosophy forged through 30 years of experience in design, mentorship, engineering, and music.  Tune in to learn:  🔎 Why have I always had the word “WHY” pinned above my design/drafting board? 🎸 What do jazz improvisation and building projects have in common? 💡 And why have I come to believe that design is not about the project—it’s about the people?  If you're a designer, creative, strategist—or just someone obsessed with how ideas become real—this is the episode and series for you ! 📩 And all you designers I want to hear from you! Start the conversation here or email me at catalloscott@gmail.com with your thoughts or show ideas   🔗 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.   #DesignThinking #Architecture #CreativeProcess #Podcast #WhereDoWeGoFromHere #ScottCatallo #DesignMethodology #Leadership #Mentorship #CreativeIndustries #DesignPhilosophy #HumanCenteredDesign

    25 min

  8. 06/17/2025

    Design Methodology Series - Art & Photography - Interview with Steve Rost

    🎙 New Episode Out Now – Where Do We Go From Here? with Scott Catallo In this episode, I sit down with designer, artist, and educator Steven Rost for a deeply reflective conversation on design thinking, intuition, and the creative process, together we discuss topics such as:  🛠 What is “good design”? 🎨 How do we learn through making? 🤖 Where does AI fit in a world shaped by human experience? Steven brings a unique voice shaped by decades of design teaching. From crafting sculpture to reflecting on the role of mentorship, he reminds us that discovery, memory, and experience remain at the heart of design—no matter the tools.  Some important take-a-ways from this episode 💡 “Design should surprise you. It should be something you want to experience again and again—and share with others.” 💡 “Be open to change . . your initial career path may not be where your journey finishes.” 💡 Each design challenge often requires a different path or approach each time 💡 Life experiences are paramount for design creativity 💡Sometimes research can hinder sense of originality 👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.   #Podcast #DesignThinking #art #ScottCatallo #CreativeProcess #Design #Innovation #AIEthics #HumanCenteredDesign #sculpture

    44 min
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About

Welcome everyone to “Where do we go from here” Like many of you I am an enthusiast of many hobbies and interests and as such this Podcast will be uniquely different. Whereas a typical podcast tends to focus specifically on one topic, I intend on bucking the trend by releasing content covering a wide variety of subjects and interests. My intention is to produce episodes that will engage and inform you the listener so that we can tackle such future subject categories as art, design, music, education, business, news, politics, psychology, philosophy, technology and yes even cooking.

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  • Creator
    Scott Catallo
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Scott Catallo
  • Show Website
    Where do we go from here?