Today we welcome Nicole Roe of R Nickson Interiors as our PODCAST TAKEOVER guest host! The podcast takeover is an annual tradition to celebrate another year of inspiring conversations about life and the business of interior design. In this special 7-year anniversary episode, Nicole takes the reins and puts host Rick Campos in the hot seat. Rick reflects on the podcast’s journey, shares personal and professional insights, and opens up about the mission behind the mic. Plus, questions submitted by past guests Antonio DeLoatch, Jamie Gasparovic, John McClain, and Brittany Glass bring even more depth and personality to this milestone moment.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
- Rick shares his transition from California to Washington state and how it’s shaping his personal and professional life.
- Insights into Rick’s ongoing commitment to living boldly and being of service to the design community.
- A behind-the-scenes look at what has surprised Rick the most over seven years of podcasting.
- How vulnerability in podcast guests has become a hallmark of the show’s impact.
- Reflections on defining success and evolving beyond the expectations of others.
- Candid updates about future plans—including goats and chickens!
- The mission and transformative experience of the Design Biz Retreat.
- How Rick maintains work-life balance and prioritizes health and longevity in a demanding industry.
NOTABLE QUOTES
- “Living boldly is a goal, but it takes a lot out of me... because I see firsthand the impact that it has on the design community.”
- “My definition of success is really just, you know, being of service, being a good person and just seeing and hearing that sigh of relief or that sparkle of optimism.”
- “Seven years ago, I was just learning how to overcome [caring what people think], and I think these conversations have really helped me get to a place where that is no longer occupying space in my mind.”
- “I would love to support every cause that came my way... if I had a million dollars, I’d spend it pretty quickly doing good.”
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