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Coffee Sketch Podcast is our take on the intersection of old tech and new tech. The space between the traditional practice of the hand-drawn sketch that has been performed by architects and designers for centuries and the modern day use of the #hashtag as a representation of sentiment or a movement! Each week will plan to deliver a new pod about our ideas, sketches, and what’s going in our daily lives as we pursue our love of architecture, design, and sharing this knowledge with the next generation.
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Kickstarting Season 7: New Year Resolutions and ReflectionsIn 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 introsp...
Architectural Conversations: Sketches, Coffee, and Career JourneysIn 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 ...
Exploring New Digital Horizons: AI and VR in DesignIn 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 ep...
Architectural Musings: A Blend of Coffee, Sketches, and Technology in PodcastingIn 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 ...
Sketching Secrets and Hidden Themes: Archingtober RecapIn 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 cre...
Architectural Journeys: Sketches, Community, and Creative ChallengesIn 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 parti...
A Birthday Bash in the Green RoomKurt 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 u...
Episode 159: The Art and Science of Design Sketching and Coffee ChatsIn episode 159 of the show, Jamie and Kurt delve into a casual yet insightful conversation that explores various aspects of design, sketching, and digital tools in architecture. They discuss the nuances of recording episodes, adjusting routines, and seasonal weather changes. The hosts compare their favorite coffee blends, touching on Guatemalan and house blends, while also discussing mugging down with Mr. Coffee machines. Th...
Catching Up Over Coffee and ArchitectureIn this episode, Jamie and Kurt return after a brief hiatus, recovering from illness. They discuss the challenges of recording live, share their recent travel experiences, and dive into a detailed discussion about the architectural significance of the 1936 Hall of State in Dallas, Texas. The conversation spans the importance of reusing historical sites, touches on the architectural impacts of global events like the Olympics and World's Fairs, and highli...
Celebrating 157 Day: Coffee Chats, Sketch Surprises, and MoreIn this episode, hosts Jamie and Kurt discuss their second attempt at recording due to weather interruptions. They dive into a fun and spontaneous discussion about coffee, featuring Kurt's roadside coffee experiences and Jamie's solar-powered roasted Peruvian beans. Jamie surprises Kurt with a fresh 20-minute sketch of Wolverine and Deadpool, leading to an in-depth conversation about sketching techniques and the importance of sketch...
156 - Jamie and Kurt's Coffee TalkIn this relaxed and humorous episode, Jamie and Kurt engage in a lively conversation covering topics from travel experiences and conference recap to favorite coffee haunts and professional networking. They also dive into their camaraderie, mutual love for architecture, and some fun stories from their recent AIA convention trip. Opening Banter Green Room Fun Episode 156 Introduction Coffee Talks Rare Coffee Finds Rootless Coffee&n...
This episode, hosts Kurt Neiswender and Jamie discuss their recent experiences and adventures, including a behind-the-scenes look at the AIA 24 conference in Washington, D.C., soccer updates, a visit to Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leahy House, an urban sketching tour, and a look into the MLK Central Library renovation. Introduction and Catch Up Soccer Talk and Brand Conversations AIA 24 Conference Highlights Student Placement and Networking Urban Sketching Adventures&nb...
The ShowIn this episode, hosts Kurt Neiswender and Jamie sit down with special guest Illya Azaroff, an accomplished architect, educator, and geographer. They discuss Ilya's career, the importance of architectural collaboration, his practice PlusLab, his teaching approach, and the impact of mentorship. The hosts also reflect on their experiences with the Young Architects Forum and the influence of upcoming generations on the profession. The conversation touches on the integration of various ar...
Exploring Birmingham's Art and ArchitectureIn Episode 153 of the podcast, Jamie and Kurt discuss various topics, including their experiences with live streaming and podcasting upgrades. They touch on Jamie's brother's music production and their plans for the AIA National Conference. The duo also reminisce about past events like the Pachacucha presentation at the Texas Society of Architects conference. The episode delves into two of Jamie's sketches from a recent trip to Birmingham, Alabama: o...
Eclipse Inspiration and the Art of Scale FiguresIn this episode, episode 152, the hosts discuss the 'This is Fine' meme, their extended pre-show green room session, and issue a public apology for sound glitches in previous episodes. They share their coffee choices, including a mention of a care package from Rootless and Community Coffee with chicory. The conversation then shifts to birthdays, restaurant birthday perks, and a potential collaboration between Rootless Coffee and Penny's Cafe. Th...
Architecture and the Protopian FutureIn this episode of the podcast, the hosts, Jamie and Kurt, engage in a wide-ranging discussion that kicks off with humorous banter about the challenges of referencing older movies like 'The Matrix' with students born after their release. The conversation then shifts to a somber note with mentions of 9/11 and transitions into insights from an acoustics in architecture class, highlighting a guest lecturer's work on a sound sculpture for the Pennsylvania Memo...
Episode 150: Celebrating Milestones with Coffee, Architecture, and Frank Lloyd WrightIn this episode, hosts Jamie and Kurt celebrate their 150th episode, reflecting on their journey and the unlikely chance of becoming influencers due to their speech patterns rooted in a different generation. They reminisce about their time at an AI conference in Las Vegas and transition into a conversation about teaching, student creativity, and the use of entourage in architecture. The discussion shifts to t...
The Intersection of Architecture, History, and CoffeeIn this episode, Jamie and Kurt discuss a wide array of topics, from architectural history and historic preservation to their love for coffee, intertwined with playful banter about merchandise and roles like the cruise director. Jamie shares insights from his recent attendance at the 25th annual historic preservation symposium, shedding light on the importance of storytelling in architecture, the role of statues in narrating history, and th...
Art, Music, and Architecture: Navigating Creative InfluencesThis episode delves into the intricate relationship between art, music, and architecture, spotlighting how various forms of creativity influence and shape each other. The hosts discuss a range of topics from personal anecdotes about the impact of music on their creative processes to detailed analyses of music album artwork, specifically referencing Rage Against the Machine's 'Evil Empire' album. They also explore the significance of ...
Catching Up and Sketching the Year of the DragonIn this episode, the hosts engage in a casual chat covering various topics including sports team tactics, coaching changes, and the impact of such changes on fans and teams. They briefly discuss their current coffee choices, highlighting a preference for specialty brands and the simple joy of gas station coffee. The conversation then shifts to a more serious discussion on the academic world, specifically addressing changes in the accrediting boa...
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