Posts in Interviews
Episode 191 – What They Don’t Teach In Design School With Guest Kate Lester

Design schools tend to focus on the creative process in interior design, but fall short when it comes to teaching the business side of the industry. In this episode of Inside Design, our incredibly talented friend and colleague, Kate Lester, shares valuable insights to help you run a more successful design business.

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Episode 189 – Why Outdoor Design Is Just As Important As Indoor Design With Guest Wambui Ippolito

In this episode, award-winning landscape designer and horticulturist Wambui Ippolito highlights essential links between outdoor and indoor design. “It’s the garden, the person, and the way that person lives.” KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Design is about the “totality” of a project. Bridging the inside and the outside creates the experience.

2.  If you don’t know where to begin gardening, planting herbs such as sage, lavender and rosemary is a good place to start.

3. Nature is a great healer and having a beautiful garden creates a feeling of peace and calm.

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Episode 179 – Why You Should Post On TikTok To Grow On Instagram – With Guest Lauren Moore

If you are overwhelmed with all the demands of social media as it pertains to your business, you are not alone! Besides running a full-service design business and hosting a full podcast schedule, Joann and I also do our own social media. 

Our guest Lauren Moore is a content strategist who helps brands find their voice and grow their online presence for business results. Today Lauren is going to talk to us about why TikTok can help you grow your Instagram following and how her side-hustle book club (@BookHuddle) went viral.

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EP 167 - Announcing A New Collaboration - Thompson Traders And Pappy & Co.

We are the first podcast to announce the exciting launch of Everyday Heirlooms – a brilliant collaboration between two families –Thompson Traders and Pappy & Co. - a stunning barware that combines the Pappy’s passion for their famous bourbon, entertaining and legacy along with the artistry and quality of Thompson traders hand-crafted products. We will chat with Alejandra and Clifford Thompson about how it all came to be and get a first-hand look at the collection.

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Ep 164: Behind the Scenes of the Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge with Michel Boyd

Join us for a lively chat with our longtime friend and well-known designer and TV star Michel Smith Boyd.

Listen and watch as we get the scoop on what it’s like being on the set of the Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge while simultaneously running a successful design firm, starring in multiple HGTV shows, and kicking off retail collaborations. You might be surprised to hear what Michel really does to relax on a Friday night.

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Ep 161 - How to Have a Healthy Home

This episode is about the virtual “Future of Eco-Conscious Living” that was presented by House Beautiful on Earth Day. You will learn about the many ways that we can make small, but significant changes in our lives to reduce our environmental impact and live more sustainably by making smarter choices when it comes to buying products.

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Ep 155: Our Trip To Marrakech, Morocco

We’ve just returned from our bucket list trip to Marrakech, Morocco, and we want to share all that we experienced with you! We truly believe that travel is an investment in our souls, our spiritual journeys, our views of the world and other cultures, and most importantly, an education in design. So tune in to hear all about our magical mystery tour of Marrakech.

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Ep 153: Kitchen and Bath Trends 2023

The Kitchen and Bath Show just took place in Las Vegas. During this episode, we are diving into the emerging kitchen and bath trends for 2023. Although we weren’t able to attend, we got the inside scoop from friends who were there in person. Listen to this episode to hear their takeaways and what we are most excited about this year.

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Ep 151: Why We Travel With Guest Kelly O'Shea

In this episode we are talking all things TRAVEL with our guest Kelly O’Shea, founder of Wanderlust Travel Consultants. Despite our crazy work schedule, we have made it a habit to plan travel experiences that rejuvenate us and offer us new perspectives, design inspirations, history lessons and culinary delights. We encourage you to do the same so we brought on a guest to help you plan your next trip!

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