New Year, New Sketches: Exploring Portraits and Kintsugi

In this episode, the hosts reflect on the new year and dive into their latest creative endeavors. They discuss the college football playoffs, their dogs' antics, and a unique coffee find. The talks shift to Jamie's recent sketches, including the Hockey Hall of Fame building and experimental hybrid portraits that weave in architectural elements. The conversation also touches on the concept of Kintsugi and the influence of AI in art. Additionally, they discuss the national significance of Evelyn's recent article and Jamie's participation in AIA Governance Week. The episode wraps up with an exciting announcement about an upcoming lecture by Evelyn at Lawrence Tech.

00:00 Introduction and Banter
00:06 Football Playoffs and New Year
00:32 Dog Talk and Tech Nostalgia
03:23 Squid Game Discussion
04:22 Streaming Services and Season Breaks
06:25 Coffee Talk and Recommendations
12:14 AeroPress and Missing Parts
14:01 Curated Sketches and Content
14:43 Sketches and AI Generated Images
15:29 AIA Governance Week and New Roles
15:54 Evelyn's Inauguration and Article Highlights
17:07 Live Stream and Podcast Updates
18:13 AI Image Prompt and New Year Fun
22:06 Hybrid Portrait Sketches
35:19 Exploring Kintsugi and Artistic Influences
38:50 Architecture and Personal Reflections
42:09 Upcoming Events and Announcements

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Kickstarting Season 7: New Year Resolutions and Reflections

In the season opener, Jamie and Kurt reflect on the past year and discuss their personal and professional resolutions for 2025. Kurt talks about the sense of agency and AI's role in education and business, while Jamie embraces the concept of 'Kintsugi,' finding beauty in brokenness. They also dive into recent sketches, the influence of films, and teaching experiences. Join them as they set the tone for a new season filled with introspection, growth, and creativity.

00:00 New Year Greetings and Radio Voices
01:14 3D Printing Adventures
02:59 Guatemalan Coffee and Nicknames
05:52 Reflecting on Resolutions
12:36 Teaching Experiences and Adaptive Reuse Projects
32:30 Kicking Off with Humor
33:10 Discussing the Word for 2025
33:53 Exploring the Concept of Agency
39:51 Reflecting on Personal Growth
41:25 Introducing Kintsugi
49:56 Sketching and Creativity
01:03:51 Wrapping Up and Looking Forward

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Architectural Conversations: Sketches, Coffee, and Career Journeys

In this episode, hosts Jamie and Kurt engage with guests Brad Benjamin and Ben Ward, two architects and longtime friends from Greenville, South Carolina. The conversation meanders through the joys of incorporating guests into their podcast, the importance of sketching in the architectural process, and the career paths that led Brad and Ben to co-found Radium Architecture. They touch upon the influence of professional societies like the AIA, memorable conferences, and architectural practices. The dialogue covers everything from personal sketching habits to favorite pens, providing an insightful and intimate look into the architectural profession.

00:00 Welcome and Guest Introductions
02:12 Architectural Backgrounds and Experiences
04:54 Coffee Conversations
21:38 Pop Culture and Architecture
34:35 Starting and Running a Small Firm
49:44 The Gift of Gab and Coffee Talk
50:13 Architectural Team and Regional Work
52:08 Partnership Beginnings and Fun at Work
53:39 Professional Networks and Career Growth
59:58 Sketching and Architectural Landmarks
01:06:03 The Value of Sketching in Architecture
01:24:00 Pen Recommendations and Final Thoughts

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Exploring New Digital Horizons: AI and VR in Design

In this episode, Jamie and Kurt engage in a dynamic conversation about the latest trends in architectural design, focusing on AI and virtual reality tools. They discuss their recent experiences with digital fabrication and VR sketching, shedding light on how these technologies are reshaping the design process. Along the way, they touch upon classic sketches, conference highlights, and the evolving relationship between designers and AI. The episode also features Kurt showcasing a special coffee blend and reminiscing about Creek Show's public art events.

00:00 Casual Catch-Up and Weather Talk
00:56 Coffee Talk: Halloween Special
01:52 Sound Effects and Listener Interaction
03:08 Political Commentary and Election Reactions
06:21 Pen Troubles and Sustainable Choices
09:35 Creek Show: Celebrating Public Art
16:38 Topographic Art and Concrete Memories
17:37 Exploring Temporary Sculptures
19:52 AI in Architecture: A New Frontier
21:49 Experimenting with Gravity Sketch
22:57 Collaborating with AI Overlords
23:42 The Role of Critique in AI-Driven Design
27:35 Hands-On with Gravity Sketch
41:53 Energy Modeling with AI
43:58 The Future of AI in Design
50:52 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions

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Architectural Musings: A Blend of Coffee, Sketches, and Technology in Podcasting

In this episode, Jamie and Kurt discuss their ongoing sketching challenge during ARC Inktober, with a special mention of their upcoming interview with Eric Whitman. They explore their new video recording technology, talk about the influence of gravity sketch in VR, and share their thoughts on various flavors of coffee from Starbucks and beyond. They also delve into the concept of 'ubiquitous' and 'bougie' through their sketches, reminisce about East Coast comfort food, and touch on their soundtrack selections for each sketch prompt. The episode is packed with chitchat, humor, and intriguing insights into their creative processes.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:26 Discussing Podcast Episodes and AI
01:34 Teaching and Collaborations
03:59 Coffee Talk and Preferences
09:50 Sketching and ARC Inktober
23:07 Losing Track of Time in Sketching
24:28 The Importance of Setting Timers
24:46 Passion and Tangents in Creative Work
25:09 Sketching from Memory and Imagination
26:24 Exploring Ubiquitous Elements
28:56 Creating Depth and Illusion in Sketches
33:36 Bougie Sketches and Cultural References
44:35 The Challenge of VR Sketching
45:48 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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Sketching Secrets and Hidden Themes: Archingtober Recap

In this engaging episode, the hosts welcome back Eric Wittman to recap the Archingtober challenge. They discuss their experiences, struggles, and strategies behind completing 31 sketches in October, revealing a hidden theme tied to Chapel Rhoan's album, 'The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess.' Along the way, they share stories behind their sketches, few insights on Kansas-Canada connections, and talk about the fun of keeping up with creative routines.

00:00 Welcome Back, Eric!
00:33 Recapping Archingtober
02:04 Sketching Challenges and Reflections
03:51 Coffee Talk
06:07 Sports Anecdotes and Cultural Connections
14:02 Diving into the Sketches
34:07 Discussing Challenging Prompts
34:45 The Synanthrope Sketches
36:29 Jamie's Humane Society Project
43:26 Accretions and Vocabulary Challenges
51:19 Delineations and Designations
58:46 Final Guesses and Wrap-Up

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Architectural Journeys: Sketches, Community, and Creative Challenges

In this engaging series, hosts Jamie and Kurt dive into the world of architecture and creativity with guest Eric Witman, an experienced AI architect. The episodes explore Eric's diverse career, from his volunteering in post-Katrina New Orleans to his passion for hand sketching and his creation of Arc Inktober. The trio discusses the transformative impact of architecture on communities, the joy of simple sketchbooks, and participating in creative challenges like Inktober and VR sketching. Through personal anecdotes and community engagement, they emphasize the importance of creativity, social interaction, and embracing innovative tools in architectural design.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Announcement
00:45 Introducing the Guest: Eric Whitman
01:08 Eric Witman's Background and Career
03:28 Coffee Talk: Preferences and Stories
10:25 Volunteering in New Orleans Post-Katrina
15:09 The Importance of Community and Design
24:57 Sketching and Archtober
30:18 Back to the Future: Last Year's Theme
33:22 Archtober 2023: New Prompts and Challenges
37:02 Guessing the Theme
39:02 Balancing Collegiate and Gen Z Words
44:05 Sketching Challenges and Inspirations
45:36 Napkin Sketches and Techniques
58:05 VR Sketching and Tools
01:04:25 Curating and Anticipating Sketches
01:10:30 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

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A Birthday Bash in the Green Room

Kurt and Jamie share a lively pre-episode chat in the 'green room' to celebrate Jamie's birthday with virtual confetti and some technical hiccups. They discuss topics ranging from the new features in their livestreaming software to student loan debts, before transitioning to talking about birthday celebrations, tapping techniques in sketching, and upcoming plans for Archinktober. The episode centers on Alejandro Aravena’s building in Austin, delving into its unique design inspired by a geode, and its significant layers of brickwork. A friendly challenge for creating sketches and musical tracks during Archinktober is also proposed, all wrapped up with humorous and reflective banter.

00:00 Welcome to the Green Room
00:11 Confetti Mishaps and Birthday Celebrations
00:18 Tech Glitches and New Features
02:24 Twin Stories and Baby Photos
03:02 Podcast Improvements and Music Loops
07:12 True Crime and Podcast Banter
12:53 Mirroring Video and Camera Tricks
14:40 Coffee Talk: Birthday Brews and Fall Flavors
16:17 Local Coffee Adventures and Sustainability
17:52 Sponsorship Hopes and Fun Promos
18:15 ArchInktober Challenge
21:32 Architectural Sketch: The Geode Building
26:09 Design Insights: Brick Patterns and Masonry
35:41 Architectural Philosophy: Quality and Affordability
39:25 Wrapping Up: October Sketch Challenge

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