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Women Designers You Should Know

Redesigning history by celebrating women. Amber Asay (host and designer) highlights groundbreaking contributions of women designers who have shaped the world we live in today. From graphic designers to architects, industrial designers to fashion icons, we explore the inspiring stories of the women who came before us, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. There's a dual approach in each episode, with a designer as a featured guest, we'll uncover the remarkable journey of a historical figure, shedding light on their innovative designs, their challenges, and their triumphs. The goal is to make these extraordinary women household names, ensuring that their legacies are rightfully celebrated and recognized for their profound impact on design history.
56 episodes

Episodes

048. Lorraine Wild: Redefining Design Education (w/ Louise Sandhaus)

00:59:238/19/2025

047. Claire McCardell: Inventor of Casual Fashion (w/ Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson)

00:56:298/5/2025

046: Sharon Werner: Imposter Syndrome

00:45:537/22/2025

045. Clara Porset and Lindsey Colhoun: Frida Kahlo’s Favorite Chair

00:47:117/8/2025

044. Rachel Saunders: From Burnout to Alignment

00:35:116/24/2025

043. Edith Head: Hollywood Costumes & Controversies

00:53:336/10/2025

042. Justina Blakeney: Creative Evolution

00:44:565/28/2025

041. Maria Giudice: Design Superpowers, Burnout, Big Tech

00:49:135/13/2025

040. Tomoko Miho and Jessica Strelioff: Designing Space with Soul

00:56:414/29/2025

039. Alex Proba on Persistence: From Pools to Posters and More

00:40:464/15/2025