Shows
Finding JoyFinding Joy: Soph Nguyen on Building Worlds Through Product Design, Recovering From Burnout, and Having Fun With Figma DrawHi everyone! Today we're joined by Soph Nguyen. Soph is a product designer based in Los Angelos, California. They currently lead product design for a start up called Passes. Passes creates tools for content creators, specifically around helping them monetize their brands. Soph has worked for a variety of other businesses and start ups in the past. They also have a degree in cognitive science from the University of Southern California with a minor in user experience design. Today, Soph discusses how they first began working in product design, navigating burn out, and a new tool they’re excited ab...2025-07-011h 27
Finding JoyGraphic Design with Zaine VaunToday I'm joined by freelance illustrator and graphic designer Zaine Vaun. Zaine talks about finding resources to stay up to date with the design industry, marketing yourself online, and being inspired by the natural world. It was so much fun having Zaine on the podcast and I hope you enjoy the show!Find Zaine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaine.vaun/?hl=enZaine's website: https://zainevaun.com/2025-04-1027 min
Finding JoyPhotojournalism with John BrecherJohn Brecher is a photographer and video producer based in Costa Rica. He joins the show to discuss various projects he's worked on over the years. He discusses an article he helped produce for NBC News covering the Trans-Pecos natural gas pipeline, converting a newspaper's photography workflow from film to digital, and helping to create a video about journalist Alexandra Bell.Check out some of the things mentioned in the show here: A Texas Pipeline's Controversial PathSnow Fall: The Avalanche at Tunnel CreekICP Infinity Awards: Alexandra BellICP Infinity Awards: Acacia Johnson2024-03-111h 07
Finding JoyReflectionsReflections...2024-01-3102 min
Finding JoyDocumenting My FrameworksToday I talk about going to a journaling club at The Stack World, which is a community to empower women: https://www.thestack.world/ 2024-01-2914 min
Finding JoyThe Internet is a MirrorOn this episode, I try to make sense of the internet by comparing it to a mirror.2024-01-2906 min
Finding JoyPushing Past Your Comfort ZoneIn this episode, I (Sophy) ramble about comfort zones, coffee, and my thoughts on interviews from earlier this month with Steven and Pavi.2024-01-2816 min
Finding JoyMindfulness & Developing a Winning Mindset with Pavi Theva Sarah and I (Sophy) were thrilled to have Pavi Theva join us on the show today. Pavi is a life and career success coach, mindfulness teacher, podcast host, and speaker in the realm of self-development. She's based in Austin, Texas. Pavi shares her journey, from growing in India to immigrating to the US and working in tech to eventually finding a higher calling in her mindfulness and career coaching. Pavi's mission is to help corporate professionals and high-achieving leaders feel more fulfillment in their careers. I think this is an incredible mission! Connect...2024-01-0858 min
Finding JoyCollage & The Creative Process with Steven EckerToday we're joined by Steven Ecker. Steven is a collage artist based in Austin, TX. He both creates his own collages and hosts collage workshops. I (Sophy) have attended many of his workshops and that's actually how I know Steven.We discuss using creativity as an outlet for your emotions; building a business around your art; having the confidence to put yourself out there; defining your own metrics of success; confronting the blank page; and more. We hope you enjoy today's conversation!Check out Steven's work: https://www.instagram.com/getlostcollages/Resources mentioned:2024-01-061h 02
Finding JoyOur Vision for The PodcastHey guys! Today on the show Sarah and I share our mission and goals when it comes to the podcast. We introduce ourselves and share a bit about our backgrounds and then dive into the core values we identify with.2023-12-1136 min
Finding JoyCustomer Relationship Management & Breaking into Tech with Jonathon LopezJonathon Lopez is a solutions consultant at Aptitude 8. Aptitude 8 helps businesses use the CRM Hubspot effectively. Jonathon shares about his journey getting into tech and his current role. He also talks about a vision he has for a non profit that would help people learn basic "real world" skills like balancing a budget and applying for your first job. We hope you enjoy the episode!2023-12-0638 min
Finding JoyVideo Editing & Storytelling with Matt RhyzeMatt Rhyze is a video editor for YouTuber Jeremy Hutchins (7.8 millions subscribers). Matt joins the show to discuss his process, including tips for comedic timing and sound design. He also shares insights into the revision process.Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mathewrhyze/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==Matt's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MathewRhyzeeJeremy's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyHutchins2023-10-3117 min
Finding JoyExploring Music & Creativity with Michael BrookerMichael Brooker has had various experiences involving music, including playing in a punk rock band and writing his own songs. In today's episode, he discusses his creative process.2023-09-2616 min
Finding JoyWriting & Personal Reflection with Sarah Kazuko MartinMy friend Sarah Kazuko Martin joins the show to discuss a 500+ page writing project she undertook during the pandemic. She reflects on her various stages of her life, and discusses how she loves journaling as a way to channel her thoughts. She shares details about how her writing project came together as well as plans for future projects.2023-09-1832 min
Finding JoyFinding Community in Your Early Career with Kindra TingKindra Ting is a freelance marketing designer who works with B2B tech brands. She joins the show to discuss her journey getting started in marketing design. Kindra emphasizes the value of making friends in the same career field as you, advocating for reaching out to like-minded people on Instagram.2023-05-3115 min
Finding JoyTelling Stories Through Video Marketing with Maxwell BentleyMaxwell Bentley, founder of Bentley Media (video marketing agency), shares how to get started in video marketing, his love for video as a kid, and how to leverage video to engage customers and prospects.You can check out Bentley Media at https://www.weonlyfilmeverything.com/2022-03-2939 min