Haptics ExplainedAbout Magic Leap Magic Leap ConceptZoom Feature in iOS 8Dupont and the Teflon ToxinConsidering the Health Risks of Wi-fi.Godwin’s LawGerson Cancer TherapyThe Disruption of Grocery Stores

Futurism Follow Up (8/31)

Aug 31st, 2015

Some interesting follow-up items from our discussion of the 'end of humanity':United States w/ Ice Cap Melted:Can Earth Lose Water?How Much Water Do People Need in a Year?The Desalination Cost MythElon Musk : "We need to leave Earth or risk ext

The Prototype Method

Dec 14th, 2014

I'm starting a series about prototyping and the method I use to design prototypes.This is the first entry, and it's about making static mockups.Also, anyone who wants to join in the "#PROTOTYPED" Prototype Design Exercise? Check out the protot

My Portfolio

Nov 18th, 2014

Looking back at the body of work, I feel better about being a prototyper.

Watch vs. iPod Nano

Nov 7th, 2014

I was curious to see the dimensions of the iPod Nano in relationship to the Watch. So, I made a little comparison: It's interesting to

R.A.M.

Nov 3rd, 2014

The Reaffirming Affection Machine.As part of a project for VCU Brandcenter.

Little Bits App Survey

Oct 28th, 2014

*Smart Things

Oct 8th, 2014

IntroductionHere is a fun game: put the word smart in front of pretty much any object you use during the day, and you get an idea of the potential of smart things. You also understand the expectations problem such potential also implies: should

Overcast Review

Sep 9th, 2014

Overcast Strategy Make a simple to use podcast catcher with complex technological sound engine as a differentiator.ScopeBy focusing on d

Episode 5: On Samsung

Sep 8th, 2014 49m

We talk about Samsung and it's messaging. Spolier, we aren't really fans.

Ron Johnson Was Right

Sep 2nd, 2014

On Ron Johnson's, of Apple Store fame, failed rebrand of JC Penny:“the move was “definitely ill-timed,” considering Johnson was cut loose after his bold new pricing strategies clearly failed, but before being able to bring his “sho

✱Experience Design

Sep 2nd, 2014

There are many roles in advertising. Some of these roles are straightforward: a copywriter writes copy, an art director directs the art for ads, etc. Some titles are more abstracted from their work, even if their job is vital in the agency mode

Design Manifesto

Aug 28th, 2014

MissionMake experiences, messages, and impressions that create a win for all people involved.Everything comes at a cost, and true Creatives should face the scarcity of time, resources, and people’s attention with a sense of purpose. If there is

(Re)Branded

Aug 27th, 2014 56m 20s

A second attempt at a podcast about different approaches to, and interpretations of, advertising.This week, the show covers the nature of advertising's relationship with the agency model, the ALS 'Ice-Bucket' challenge, and the nature of viral

Episode III: Revenge of the Apologists

Jul 9th, 2014

Direct from the church on the book of Abraham:'Mormon and non-Mormon Egyptologists agree that the characters on the fragments do not match the translation given in the book of Abraham.' It seems non-literalism is now implicitly doctrinal and m

RLDS Recruiters, Take Note.

Jun 28th, 2014

A friend pointed out that Kate Kelly's belief system seems to align perfectly with the Community of Christ's. An alternate version of the LDS church that embraced Women in the Priesthood, a more progressive view on homosexuality and was less co

Not the Victim

Jun 28th, 2014

John Dehlin is set to find out about his church disciple this week and he writes about victimization:“Do I see myself as a victim? Not at all. I completely acknowledge the LDS Church’s right to decide who should and should not re

✱ 'Pure' Criticism.

Jun 24th, 2014

Critiquing the CriticismDefending the art of criticism is a perilous position in any situation. Defending criticism when it comes to Mormonism and negative associations about anti-Mormonism further cloud people’s judgment. But, in the wake of t

Branded, Episode 2

Apr 29th, 2014 40m 27s

Follow-Up:This All-State Ad is my new favorite commercial. Not only is there a strong grand statement--truly a manifesto and All-State even calls it an anthem--but it directly relates to the brand story of insurance. And they didn’t even need S

Branded, Episode 1

Apr 14th, 2014 52m 43s

Follow-UpI found an example of what kind of ‘branding’ the podcast is all about, with Burberry. A brand that changes, even significantly, can also be authentic, but it has to be good at Storytelling.The Disney's mis-steps in marketing the movie