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The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Your Environment Shapes Your Success - Annette FarhaSend us Fan MailYour home can be beautiful and still quietly drain you. That tension is what we unpack with Annette Farha, an intuitive design coach and the author of Finding My Way Home, as we explore how interior design, breathwork, and simple Feng Shui-informed principles can shift the way you feel in your own space.We start with the foundation: getting out of your head and into your body. Annette explains why breathing is not a “nice extra” but the fastest way to get clear on what you actually want, especially during life tran...
2026-04-3058 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Virtual Interior Design Is Making Luxury Spaces More Accessible, Scalable, and Client-DrivenSend us Fan MailLuxury interior design sounds out of reach for a lot of people, but the real gap is often simpler: most homeowners know what they like, they just don’t know how to put it together without wasting money. We sit down with Kristy Salewsky, founder of Crew Collective Design in San Diego, to talk about the practical side of luxury and how virtual interior design has become a streamlined, accessible way to get professional results.We dig into what online design services look like behind the scenes: a clear contract and sc...
2026-04-2358 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Architects Are Redefining Beauty Brands Through Design, Storytelling, and Intentional RestraintSend us Fan MailWhat happens when two architects trade master plans for makeup counters and fragrance labs? We sit down with Bradley and Jonina Skaggs of Skaggs Creative to unpack how an agency born from architecture school, 3D CAD, and a NASA virtual tour evolved into a studio shaping some of beauty’s most memorable brands. From Estée Lauder to Diptyque and Charlotte Tilbury, they reveal the strategy behind packaging that feels inevitable and photography that turns a single object into a world.We dive into why differentiation beats imitation, especially in a mar...
2026-04-1656 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Brand Partnerships Influence Design, Shape Trust, and Drive Cultural TrendsSend us Fan MailTired of being told to “stay in your lane”? We dig into why collaboration has become the smartest path to real growth, trust, and relevance—especially in design, but also in beauty, tech, and beyond. From powerhouse pairings like Visual Comfort with Kelly Wearstler to Four Hands with Amber Lewis, we break down how a partner’s aesthetic, audience, and credibility can elevate a product line without diluting the host brand. The result is not just buzz; it’s a durable story that drives discovery, purchase, and loyalty.We also zoom out to cro...
2026-04-0914 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Eastern Accents Built a Luxury Brand Through Craftsmanship, Design, and LegacySend us Fan MailWhat if the softest thing in your home was also the most ambitious? We sit down with Creative Director Louise Trafficanti to follow a thread from Dublin’s design studios to a humming Chicago factory, where Eastern Accents turns global textiles into everyday luxury—pillows, bedding, drapery, headboards, and custom pieces that actually ship on time.Louise shares how a visa lottery, grit, and a love for materials led her to a domestic workroom that still cuts and sews under one roof. We explore how fabrics are sourced from Italy, India, Turk...
2026-04-021h 00The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Katia Rudnick Built a Purpose-Driven Jewelry Brand Through Intentional DesignSend us Fan MailA single glance across a yoga studio changed everything. Katia Rudnik saw a medallion bracelet, followed a quiet nudge, and uncovered a new medium, a message, and a patented idea that would shape Katia Designs into a purpose-driven jewelry brand people don’t just wear—they feel.We open with Katia’s journey from Soviet Moscow to Boston at sixteen, navigating a new language and a new life. Years later in Florida, after helping run medical spas and raising three daughters, she wanted work that felt like her. A metal clay class...
2026-03-2659 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow The George Snow Scholarship Fund Is Transforming Lives Through Education and OpportunitSend us Fan MailWhat if a scholarship didn’t stop at a check, but stood with a student for four years? We sit down with Tim Snow to unpack how the George Snow Scholarship Fund blends financial aid with real-life support—laptops, care packages, emergency funds, mentors, and Monday motivation—to help first-gen and high-need students thrive from day one to graduation.We trace the journey from a family’s tribute to a hands-on nonprofit serving thousands, fueled by a generous Boca Raton community and events that actually feel fun. Tim shares how the Cowboy B...
2026-03-1958 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Feng Shui, Color, and Intuitive Design Shape the Energy and Experience of SpaceSend us Fan MailWhat if your home could lower your shoulders the moment you walk in? We sit down with interior designer and feng shui master teacher Lisa Morton to show how layout, color, and tiny daily rituals can soothe the nervous system, sharpen focus, and make everyday life feel lighter.Lisa takes us from her high-flying years designing private jets to the burnout that pushed her toward holistic design. She breaks down the real mechanics of feng shui—balancing yin and yang, working with the five elements, and mapping your floor plan with th...
2026-03-1257 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Jackie Morocco Built a Personal Brand Through Transformation, Identity, and StorytellingSend us Fan MailSmiles don’t just happen—they’re designed. We sit down with Dr. Jackie Morocco, South Florida’s go-to orthodontist, to unpack how art, engineering, and hospitality come together to create confident, custom results. From the first tour that feels like a home welcome to the final reveal, every moment in her Delray Beach practice is intentional: clear communication, thoughtful flow, and a color story rooted in local history. It’s a masterclass in patient experience and brand building—without the corporate gloss.We get practical about care, too. Dr. Jackie explains why...
2026-03-051h 11The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildFrom Stanley Cup Champion to Entrepreneur: How Brett Hedican Built a Business Beyond HockeySend us Fan MailWhat if a backpack could carry more than your stuff—what if it could carry your story? We sit down with Stanley Cup champion and two-time Olympian Brett Hedican to unpack Hedie Gear, his modular bag company that turns memories into design with durable, Velcro-backed embroidered patches. From national parks and miniature country flags to NHL and collegiate licenses, Brett shows how identity, travel, and achievement can live on the outside of your bag, ready to spark conversations anywhere.Brett brings a rare blend of grit and grace to entrepreneurship, borrowing th...
2026-02-2656 min
Heroes in BusinessScott Woolley, Co-founder of Aubio Skin, Emmy Winning Producer aubio.comScott Woolley, co-founder of Aubio Skincare, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes show (AMFM, iHeart Radio). A longtime business partner of John Paul DeJoria of Paul Mitchell and Patrón Spirits, Scott's career spans Emmy Award-winning TV specials and concert promotion for legends like Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, and Lou Reed. Today, he's focused on innovation in skincare, with Aubio using breakthrough carnivorous plant technology to help those struggling with cold sores. aubio.com eliances.com
2026-02-2010 min
Digital Front DoorEp. 8 - Omnichannel Packaging PowerPackaging isn’t just a container anymore, it’s a channel. We sit down with Designsteins founder and CEO Matt Woolley to unpack how smart packaging, clear storytelling, and rapid execution can turn a product into a cross‑channel experience that sells on the shelf and on the screen. From early lessons in guerrilla marketing to competing with global agencies, Matt shares how his team blends design, engineering, photography, and video under one roof to deliver speed to market without losing craft.We dig into the mistakes brands make when they assume in‑store packaging will also win onli...
2026-01-1953 min
HaskinCast Podcast549 Musik Music Musique 1979 - The Roots of Synth Pop Pt 1Digging into this 3 CD set from Cherry Red Records that releases today! Let’s dig into Disc 1!Cherry Red Records:https://www.cherryred.co.uk/various-artists-musik-music-musique-1979-the-roots-of-synth-pop-3cdSong List1 The Buggles - Technopop2 M - Made In Munich3 The Korgis - Cold Tea4 Metal Voices - At The Banks Of The River5 Yello - I. T. Splash6 Dalek I - The Kiss7 Karel Fialka - Armband8 Japan - Life In Tokyo (Pt 1)9 Black Rod...
2026-01-141h 06The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow America’s Most Iconic Furniture Brands Are Built Through Design Legacy and LeadershipSend us Fan MailA fabric mill, a poker-legend origin story, and a furniture factory that almost never sleeps—until a global shutdown forced the lights off. We invited Alex Schuford III, CEO of Century Furniture and the Rock House Farm Family of Brands, to share how a third-generation leader protects legacy without freezing it in amber. From buying Hancock & Moore and Hickory Chair to keeping nine North Carolina factories humming, Alex opens the playbook on brand autonomy, storytelling, and the small details that separate timeless from forgettable.We dig into the retail lessons that sh...
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The Ultimate Landscape CEO - Jeffrey ScottFour Million in Four Years with Matthew WoolleyIn this episode, 24-year-old entrepreneur Matthew Woolley, founder of Woolley Outdoors in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, shares his journey from mowing lawns after work to building a company that now generates nearly $4 million in annual revenue. In just four and a half years, Matthew’s success has been driven by his relentless work ethic, willingness to learn, and focus on people. He opens up about his early challenges, key leadership lessons, hiring strategies, and how he manages rapid growth while maintaining balance in his personal life. His story offers practical insights and inspiration for anyone looking to grow their business with pu...
2025-10-3046 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildHow Sustainable Design Turns Old Homes and Heirlooms Into Modern Beauty and MeaningSend us Fan MailWhat if the most powerful design choice isn’t “new,” but “true”? We sit with HGTV’s Flea Market Flip champion and Funcycled founder, Sarah Trop, to explore how story, sustainability, and craft can elevate everyday spaces without erasing their past. From turning a roll-top desk into a showstopping bar to flipping arched cabinet doors for a shaker look, Sarah shows why preserving good bones often beats a full gut—and how a smart “kitchen facelift” can save serious money while keeping character intact.We unpack her journey from nap-time furniture repaints to a full...
2025-10-301h 03The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildDesign With Heart: Elaine Schneider on Process, Vision Boards, and Personal SpacesSend us Fan MailWhat if your home felt like a clear reflection of who you are—down to the curve of a chair and the rhythm of a hallway? We sit with designer Elaine Schneider, founder of Echo Environments, to unpack how a retail-architecture veteran who once designed Nordstrom’s flagship now crafts residential spaces that echo the lives inside them. The throughline is powerful and practical: a client-led vision board, five to seven guiding words, and a bulletproof process that protects every decision from concept to install.Elaine takes us inside the phases that...
2025-10-2346 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildInside POLYWOOD: Design, Durability, and a Circular Future with Lindsay SchleisSend us Fan MailWhat if the best-looking thing on your patio was also the toughest and the most sustainable? We sit down with Lindsay Schleis, VP of Business Development at POLYWOOD, to trace how recycled HDPE becomes design-forward outdoor furniture that survives salt air, summer storms, and years of use—without sacrificing style or speed.Lindsay takes us from laser sorters and UV-stable pellets to CNC-milled “lumber” and an on-demand, just‑in‑time factory that ships most orders in 7–10 business days. We dig into finishes that move beyond the classic Adirondack look—vintage textures and woodlike s...
2025-10-1652 min
Clean Break ChatsEP25 - Connection Over Consumption: Scott Woolley on Choosing Alcohol-Free & Finding the OutdoorsIn this episode of Clean Break Chats, Rich and Andy sit down with Scott Woolley, founder of Arklet, to unpack the real conversation around alcohol: not a binary “alcoholic or not,” but a spectrum shaped by culture, mental health, and choice. Scott shares his own shift from weekend binges to a decade alcohol-free, how picking up a camera opened the door to creativity and nature, and why he’s pro-choice, not anti-alcohol. We explore the idea of a “hangover problem” vs an “alcohol problem,” the limits of “drink responsibly” messaging, what Gen Z is teaching us about wellness...
2025-10-1153 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildFrom Belts to Brand: Hadley Pollet's Journey of Ethical DesignSend us Fan MailHow does a moment of personal tragedy transform into a thriving 20-year fashion legacy? For Hadley Pollet, it began with a simple belt made from vintage trims wrapped around a buckle—a design that caught the eye of five strangers at a Boston brewery who all asked the same question: "Where did you get that belt?"That serendipitous moment sparked the beginning of an accessories brand built on the radical notion that fashion should be personal, not disposable. With no formal fashion education but armed with innate creative talent and business sa...
2025-08-1458 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildDimmers, Kelvins, and Mood: Why Your Home Lighting MattersSend us Fan MailDiscover the transformative power of proper lighting as we illuminate one of interior design's most overlooked yet impactful elements. Have you ever wondered why some spaces feel instantly inviting while others leave you feeling on edge? The secret might be hanging right above your head.We dive deep into the science of light temperature, revealing why professionals focus on Kelvins rather than watts. That harsh, headache-inducing light in your office? It's likely around 5,000 Kelvins – a clinical brightness that belongs in hospitals, not homes. For your living spaces, we recommend the warm, fl...
2025-08-0709 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildWhy 3D Rendering Is Essential Before You Spend a Dime on RenovationSend us Fan MailRenovating a home without falling into trend traps requires deliberate choices and a clear vision. Scott and I just purchased a mid-century modern house as an investment property, planning to renovate and sell it within six weeks. This process has sparked fascinating conversations about maintaining design integrity while creating broad appeal for unknown future owners.Walking through established neighborhoods reveals volumes about renovation history—you can immediately spot which houses were updated in the 80s, 90s, or 2000s because they bear the unmistakable marks of those era-specific trends. Our current project ho...
2025-07-3109 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildNavigating Home Remodeling with Monika ZasadaSend us Fan MailEvery renovation has the potential to be a beautiful journey or a costly nightmare, and the difference often comes down to how the project is managed from day one. In this eye-opening episode, we welcome Monika Zasada, founder of D-Mazing and a true renovation curator whose mission is transforming chaotic remodeling projects into organized, transparent, and even joyful experiences.Monika's fascinating journey from communist Poland (where she studied American literature) to the Hamptons construction scene provides the foundation for her unique perspective. Growing up in a country where housing was scarce...
2025-07-2455 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildFurniture's Secret Weapon: How Trade Showrooms Empower Designers with Maria MendozaSend us Fan MailWhat does it take to build a thriving business that empowers interior designers at every stage of their projects? Maria Mendoza reveals the answer, drawing from her nearly four-decade journey through the design world.Starting with a foundation in architecture and interior design when drafting was still done by hand, Maria shares her fascinating evolution from custom furniture sales to running large-scale design projects in Venezuela. When political circumstances forced her family to relocate to Florida, her deep understanding of designers' needs led to a transformative business model at DRC Showrooms.
2025-07-1759 minThe iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildAuction House Secrets: Inside the World of Fine Art and AntiquesSend us Fan MailStep into the fascinating world of high-end auctions with Jacob Codner, a fourth-generation art dealer and third-generation auctioneer who's transforming how we experience the buying and selling of precious objects. Jacob shares the remarkable journey that began in his childhood, holding antiques at his father's auction house and evolving into his current role as managing partner of Market Auctions Inc.What makes an auction house thrive in today's digital marketplace? Jacob reveals the delicate balance between tradition and innovation that drives his business. From the strategic valuing of fine art based...
2025-06-261h 06The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildCostume World: The Wick Family's Journey Through Theatrical DesignSend us Fan MailSupport the showLearn more at:https://twinteriors.com/podcast/https://scottwoolley.com
2025-06-121h 09The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildThe Main Man: How Anthony Caliendo Built an Empire Through Sheer DeterminationSend us Fan MailMeet Anthony Caliendo—the unstoppable force behind Florida's #1 business brokerage and the living embodiment of pure determination. In this riveting conversation, Anthony reveals how he transformed from a poor Chicago kid with no father figure into a serial entrepreneur whose relentless drive has conquered multiple industries.Anthony's story isn't just inspiring—it's a masterclass in resilience. From washing dishes at 13 to managing prestigious health clubs at 18, he shares how harsh mentorship and public criticism became the forge that tempered his unbreakable spirit. "If you're not challenged by people above you, how are...
2025-06-051h 17The iDesign Lab Podcast | Where Design, Business, and Culture Shape How We Live and BuildThe Symphony of Design: Peter Boyer's Musical JourneySend us Fan MailWhen you think of design, your mind might jump to interiors, architecture, or fashion – but what about the intricate design of a symphony? In this captivating episode, we're joined by Peter Boyer, whose orchestral compositions have received over 800 performances worldwide and graced venues from Ellis Island to the coronation of King Charles III.Boyer reveals the fascinating journey from his teenage years as a Billy Joel enthusiast to becoming one of America's most performed composers. The turning point? A 17-year-old Boyer, inspired by Mozart and grieving his grandmother's passing, composed a Re...
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