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Mentorship and Learning for What’s Next
Apr 30, 2026
33m 58s
Communication and Collaboration for the New Rhythm of Work
Apr 23, 2026
35m 36s
The Power of Microcultures: Designing Culture and Purpose That Stick
Apr 16, 2026
33m 05s
The New Rules to Recruit and Retain
Apr 9, 2026
42m 00s
Digital Sparks, Human Sticks: Trust & Connection in the Phygital Future
Apr 2, 2026
34m 28s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/30/26 |  Mentorship and Learning for What’s Next✨ | mentorshiplearning+3 | Elisabeth MejiaParidhi Chawla | IIDA New YorkHKS+2 | — | mentorshiplearning+4 | Mannington Commercial | 33m 58s | |
| 4/23/26 |  Communication and Collaboration for the New Rhythm of Work✨ | communicationcollaboration+4 | Dr. JJ PetersonGideon Spitzer-Williams | CanvaThinkLab+1 | — | communicationcollaboration+5 | Mannington Commercial | 35m 36s | |
| 4/16/26 |  The Power of Microcultures: Designing Culture and Purpose That Stick✨ | microculturesorganizational culture+3 | Ron Tite | ThinkLabChurch+State | — | microculturesorganizational purpose+5 | Mannington Commercial | 33m 05s | |
| 4/9/26 |  The New Rules to Recruit and Retain✨ | recruitmentretention+4 | Grace SnellingMegan Detratto | Fast CompanyTOKONEXT+1 | — | recruitmentretention+5 | Mannington Commercial | 42m 00s | |
| 4/2/26 |  Digital Sparks, Human Sticks: Trust & Connection in the Phygital Future✨ | trustconnection+5 | Eric Termuende | ThinkLabWork for What’s Next | — | trustconnection+6 | Mannington Commercial | 34m 28s | |
| 3/26/26 |  Why Fixing Work Fixes Everything✨ | workplace designinnovation+3 | Deb Golden | Work for What’s NextDeloitte+1 | — | workplaceinnovation+4 | Mannington Commercial | 40m 23s | |
| 2/5/26 |  Education Decision Making in Practice LIVE from EdSpaces in Columbus✨ | education leadershipdecision making+3 | — | ThinkLabSURROUND | Columbus | educationdecision making+5 | Shaw Contract | 32m 08s | |
| 1/29/26 |  What Shapes Hospitality Decisions Behind the Scenes: Behind Thinklab’s Private Research✨ | hospitality researchdecision-making+4 | Amanda SchneiderErica Waayenberg | ThinkLab | — | hospitalitydecision-making+4 | Mohawk | 30m 00s | |
| 1/22/26 |  What Drives Healthcare Design Decisions Today: LIVE from HCD in KC✨ | healthcare designbuilt environment+3 | — | ThinkLabSURROUND | Kansas City | healthcaredesign+5 | Haworth | 32m 19s | |
| 1/15/26 |  Inside Corporate Decisions for the Built Environment: LIVE from Chicago✨ | corporate decision makingbuilt environment+3 | — | ThinkLab | Chicago | corporate hackathonend-user decision making+3 | Shaw Contract | 30m 00s | |
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| 10/23/25 |  Radical Futures: What Could 2040 Really Look Like?✨ | future predictionsdesign+4 | — | — | — | 2040future+5 | Mannington Commercial | 28m 51s | |
| 10/16/25 | What Is Next for Hotels and Hospitality Spaces? | From luxury seekers to digital nomads to next-gen travelers, hospitality spaces are evolving at record speed—Marriott is opening a new hotel in the U.S. every 20 hours. In this episode, we explore the values transforming what guests want—sustainability, personalization, wellness, and tech—and how hotels, rentals, and travel experiences are adapting. Joining us are Jason Robertson, VP of Global Design Strategies at Marriott International, and Aliya Khan, VP of Global Design and Lifestyle Brands at Marriott International, who share insider perspectives on where the industry is headed and who’s leading the charge. This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is presented by Mannington Commercial and Kimball International.Click here for more info on this episode, plus to learn more about Design Nerds Anonymous and ThinkLab.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 10/9/25 | What Kind of Homes Will Gen Alpha Want? | What does “home” look like to a generation raised on smart tech, climate anxiety, and constant change? Backed by new research, this episode reveals how Gen Alpha is already shaping the future of housing—from the way homes are designed to where they’re located and even how they’re owned. We’re joined by Dani Mariano, CEO at Razorfish, and Allison Robl Stransky, strategic insights leader at Samsung, who share their perspectives on trends like modular living, adaptable spaces, and sustainability-driven design. The data tells a story we can’t afford to ignore, because it’s relevant to everyone, no matter where or how you live. This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is presented by Mannington Commercial and Kimball International.Click here for more info on this episode, plus to learn more about Design Nerds Anonymous and ThinkLab.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 10/2/25 | Work, Reimagined: Gen Z’s Blueprint for the Future | As Gen Z comes of age in a world shaped by AI, automation, and rapid change, they’re rewriting the rules of work. Backed by new research, this episode explores how their approach to careers, company culture, and the workplace itself is breaking the mold—from demanding flexibility and purpose to embracing entrepreneurial mindsets. Joining us is Alexandra Levit, future-of-work strategist, author, and advisor to Fortune 500 companies, who shares her perspective on how organizations can adapt now to attract and retain this emerging generation of talent. This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is presented by Mannington Commercial and Kimball International.Click here for more info on this episode, plus to learn more about Design Nerds Anonymous and ThinkLab.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 9/25/25 | How Will AI Shape the Future of Healthcare? | The first generation of true digital natives is about to step into the role of healthcare decision-makers—and they won’t settle for the systems we have today. Backed by new research, this episode explores how future generations could reshape everything from how we design clinics to how care is delivered. Will hospitals shrink? Will wellness go fully digital? And are we ready for what they’ll demand? This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is presented by Mannington Commercial and Kimball International.Click here for more info on this episode, plus to learn more about Design Nerds Anonymous and ThinkLab.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 9/18/25 | What Does the Future of Learning Tell Us About the Future of Work? | As learning environments evolve—from AI-enhanced classrooms to creative, skills-based spaces—they’re revealing more than just new ways to teach. They’re shaping the expectations, mindsets, and capabilities of the future workforce. In this episode, we’re joined by Tom Vander Ark—education futurist, author, and CEO of Getting Smart—whose influence spans from leading major school districts to advising global organizations on the future of learning. With decades of experience at the intersection of education, innovation, and workforce development, Tom helps us connect the dots between how we learn today and the workplaces we’ll need tomorrow. This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is presented by Mannington Commercial and Kimball International.Click here for more info on this episode, plus to learn more about Design Nerds Anonymous and ThinkLab.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 9/11/25 |  How Will Gen Alpha Shape the World We Haven’t Built Yet? | This isn’t just another episode—it’s a conversation with the man who named Gen Alpha.Mark McCrindle is one of the world’s leading social researchers and futurists, and he's trusted by global brands and governments alike to decode what’s next. In this exclusive interview, he joins us to unpack the generation born into AI, shaped by tech, and already redefining how we think about design, sustainability, and innovation.If you’re trying to understand the future, start here with the person who helped define it.This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is presented by Mannington Commercial and Kimball International.Click here for more info on this episode, plus to learn more about Design Nerds Anonymous and ThinkLab.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 8/7/25 |  NeoCon LIVE: Tomorrow’s Impact | Recorded live at NeoCon 2025, this special episode of DNA brings together three voices from across generations for a dynamic conversation on what’s shaping the future of the built environment. From AI and creativity to sustainability and generational shifts, this panel unpacks the challenges — and opportunities — designers must navigate now to stay ready for what’s next.The panelists:Cindy Kaufman | Vice President of Marketing, Mannington CommercialKaelynn Reid | Certified Design Futurist, Kimball InternationalEthan Barbour | Intermediate Designer, IA Interior ArchitectsThis episode was recorded live in the NeoCon Podcast Lounge Powered by SURROUND, sponsored by Material Bank, and in partnership with HÅG, Stylex, KI Wall, and Turf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 7/31/25 |  BASELINE: A New Podcast from ThinkLab | BASELINE, a new podcast from ThinkLab, brings the product side of the interiors industry together to crowdsource real-time insight, delivered through easy-to-digest reports and a straight-talking podcast. Take a listen to this sample episode and if you enjoy, please go follow wherever you get podcasts.Baseline is available on all major podcast platforms like Apple, Spotify, and SURROUNDSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 7/24/25 |  LIVE from Worktech Chicago 2025 | In this special episode of Design Nerds Anonymous, host Amanda Schneider goes live at the Worktech Chicago 2025 event. The episode features interviews with event organizers, speakers, and attendees who share insights on the future of work, focusing on workplace design, technology enablement, employee experience, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/15/25 |  Six Bold Moves to Get Ahead in 2025 – Are You Ready? | Think you know how to win in 2025? Think again.In this season finale of Design Nerds Anonymous, we break down six bold, data-driven strategies that will define success in the coming year. From frictionless websites to AI-powered sales, immersive showrooms to redefined workspaces, our expert guests share insights that go beyond the buzzwords and into real-world applications that will help you stay ahead.This season has been all about the phygital revolution—where digital and physical experiences don’t compete but complement each other. Companies that master this balance will attract customers, build lasting relationships, and drive real growth. After listening, you will be able to:Optimize your website to create a frictionless, intuitive, and engaging customer experience.Rethink workplace strategy to support hybrid collaboration and digital equity.Elevate events by blending in-person experiences with digital tools that enhance—not replace—human connection.Transform your showroom into a destination experience that goes beyond product displays.Strengthen rep-client relationships by shifting from sales-focused interactions to mentorship and problem-solving.Leverage AI strategically to work smarter—not harder—and reclaim valuable time for high-impact tasks. Links Mentioned:Follow Amanda on LinkedIn for more insightsSign up for ThinkLab’s Newsletter to keep up with industry trendsWatch Amanda’s TEDx talk on the future of work: “Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it” on TED.comDesign Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, with music from Blue Dot Sessions. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Rob Schulte, and Rachel Senatore.Special thanks to our podcast season sponsors, Palladian West, THE MART, and NeoCon – companies doing big things to move the design industry forward.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/8/25 | The Future of Sales: How AI is Helping Reps Do It All | The sales landscape is shifting, and AI is at the forefront of this transformation. The best sellers today aren’t just choosing between in-person or digital—they’re mastering both. In this episode, we explore how AI can help sales professionals scale their time, automate routine tasks, and focus on what really moves the needle: building relationships and growing their business. Whether you’re a seasoned sales leader or just starting to explore AI, this episode offers actionable strategies to help you stay ahead.. After listening, you will be able to:Understand how AI is reshaping B2B sales and what it means for your roleLearn how to automate and scale sales outreach without losing the human touchIdentify AI tools that can help you streamline research, follow-ups, and client engagementRecognize the impact of AI-powered insights in improving sales strategiesPrepare for the evolving expectations of buyers and decision-makers in 2025 Links Mentioned:Listen to the AI For Sales PodcastFollow Amanda on LinkedIn for more insightsSign up for ThinkLab’s Newsletter to keep up with industry trendsWatch Amanda’s TEDx talk on the future of work: “Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it” on TED.comConnect with our guest on LinkedIn:Chad BurmeisterDesign Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, with music from Blue Dot Sessions.Special thanks to our podcast season sponsors, Palladian West, THE MART, and NeoCon – companies doing big things to move the design industry forward. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Rob Schulte, and Rachel Senatore.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/1/25 | Why the Rep-Designer Relationship Feels Different — And What to Do About It | The rep-designer relationship has changed. Hour-long lunch presentations and spontaneous drop-ins are becoming rare, and digital demands are reshaping how reps connect with designers. Today, reps must redefine their roles to remain indispensable, while designers who engage with the right reps can gain a competitive advantage. In this episode, we discuss what’s behind this shift, the biggest challenges reps and designers face, and the strategies that are working in today’s evolving industry landscape. After listening, you will be able to:Recognize how rep-designer relationships are shifting and why it mattersLearn new strategies for building deeper, more impactful connections with repsUnderstand how reps are evolving from product pushers to trusted advisorsGain insights into how Gen Z designers perceive industry relationshipsDiscover digital tools and engagement tactics that are strengthening rep and designer partnerships Links Mentioned:Follow Amanda on LinkedIn for more insightsLearn about ThinkLab’s Gen Z Cohort, a next-gen advisory groupWatch Amanda’s TEDx talk on the future of work: “Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it” on TED.comConnect with our guests on LinkedIn:Ashley DelanoApril IbarraJulia FriedmanDesign Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, with music from Blue Dot Sessions. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Rob Schulte, and Rachel Senatore.Special thanks to our podcast season sponsors, Palladian West, THE MART, and NeoCon – companies doing big things to move the design industry forward.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 4/24/25 | Rethinking B2B Showrooms: Lessons from Retail and Beyond | Think about the last showroom you walked into. Was it visually stunning? Now ask yourself:Did it stick with you?Did it make you want to explore and engage?Was it truly remarkable?Many showrooms are caught in a tension between aesthetics and function—following a formula that’s been used for decades. But in 2025, playing it safe is the fastest way to be forgotten.In this episode, retail futurist Doug Stephens and experiential retail pioneer Rachel Shechtman help us reimagine the future of B2B showrooms by blending immersive storytelling, digital integration, and human connection.After listening, you will be able to: Create immersive showroom experiences that engage visitors both digitally and physically.Use storytelling to enhance your showroom design, turning it into a dynamic brand experience.Integrate technology into showrooms in a way that amplifies, rather than replaces, human connection.Transform your showroom into a space that sparks curiosity and emotional engagement, setting your brand apart from the competition.Links Mentioned:ThinkLab’s Secret Shopper Program: Showrooms are expensive. Secret shoppers are priceless. Get unbiased A&D feedback that will inform future showroom and trade show strategies.Doug Stephens' Books: The Retail Revival, Reengineering Retail, Resurrecting RetailFollow Amanda on LinkedIn for more insightsWatch Amanda’s TEDx talk on the future of work: “Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it” on TED.comDesign Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, with music from Blue Dot Sessions. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Rob Schulte, and Rachel Senatore.Special thanks to our podcast season sponsors, Palladian West, THE MART, and NeoCon – companies doing big things to move the design industry forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 4/17/25 | The Phygital Evolution of Industry Events: What’s Next? | The return to in-person events is not a return to business as usual. As trade shows, conferences, and live events thrive, some brands are redefining the event experience, while others risk making events feel outdated.In this episode, Marco Giberti—a leading expert in live event innovation—returns to Design Nerds Anonymous to revisit his 2021 predictions and share insights on what’s next for events, sponsorships, and engagement strategies. After listening, you will be able to:Rethink events beyond logistics—focusing on why people gather, not just howLeverage AI & data to measure event ROI and engagementUse hybrid and virtual experiences strategically (hint: they’re not dead)Integrate events into a year-long marketing strategy, instead of isolated activationsCreate meaningful event experiences that resonate with changing audience expectations Links mentioned:Watch Amanda’s TEDx talk on the future of work: “Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it” on TED.com.Follow Amanda on LinkedIn for more insights.Sign up for ThinkLab’s Newsletter to stay updated on industry trends.Connect with our guest on LinkedIn:Marco GibertiDesign Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, with music from Blue Dot Sessions.Special thanks to our podcast season sponsors, Palladian West, THE MART, and NeoCon – companies doing big things to move the design industry forward. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Rob Schulte, and Rachel Senatore.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
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