Overtime

This week on Overtime, Froot Loops gives our old buddy Toucan Sam an unexpected redesign, and people have quite the reaction to it. Plus, more creatives make and sell face masks to earn extra income while helping first responders on the front lines. Finally, Noah Glenn—host of the mindfulness podcast for kids 'Like You'—drops by to help expand our definition of mindfulness and what we should be learning from kids. [00:09] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[02:11] Noise Trend: Froot Loops Redesigned Toucan Sam, the Internet Hates It (https://tinyurl.com/ybgg8r2g)[07:22] Why designers making masks is great[10:13] Meg talks to Noah Glenn about the importance of broadening mindfulness and meditationLinks mentioned in today’s episode:Masks on Threadless: https://tinyurl.com/y9zafjbbMaks on Ugmonk: https://tinyurl.com/y9gln67eJosh Ariza’s Chomp: http://joshuaariza.com/store“Like You”: https://likeyoupodcast.com/“Sit There and Do Nothing”: https://sitthereanddonothing.com/Sponsoring this episode:Dribbble.com/ProLeave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us:Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @yourbuddymegInstagram: @yourbuddymegWebsiteNoah GlennTwitter: @NoahGlennInstagram: @noahglennWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast?Email overtime@gmail.com

This week on Overtime, Meg recommends some virtual museum tours worth checking out, and gives you a rundown of how unemployment and PPP loans work as a self-employed creative right now. Plus, Charli Prangley and Femke van Schoonhoven stop by to talk about making time for side projects while balancing a full-time job, and how that heck that works.[00:10] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[01:59] Dribbble: Ten Virtual Museum Tours Every Designer Should Check Out [07:01] How to apply for freelance unemployment benefits[11:02] Bench: How to Calculate Your Paycheck Protection Program Loan Amount[15:49] Meg talks to Charli Prangley and Femke van Schoonhoven about finding time for side projects [30:28] Meg answers a question about a new design holiday from the hotlineLinks mentioned in today’s episode:Femke’s YouTube channelCharli’s YouTube channelDesign Life PodcastThanks to the sponsors of this episode:Domain.meLeave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @yourbuddymegInstagram: @yourbuddymegWebsiteFemke van SchoonhovenDribbble profileTwitter: @femkesvsInstagram: @femkesvsWebsiteCharli Prangley:Dribbble ProfileTwitterInstagramWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast? Email overtime@gmail.com

This week on Overtime, Meg learns that popping into a Zoom room full of silent people is a thing that actually isn’t awkward, artists get creative with toilet paper to raise money for COVID-19 relief, and Eric Friedensohn joins to talk about making murals and building community. Plus, Meg gets a bunch of calls on the hotline this week that make her cry! [00:10] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[01:53] Why silent zooms are golden for focusing the mind [06:41] Artists are making toilet paper art to raise money[09:19] Meg talks to Eric Friedensohn about his career as a MuralistLinks mentioned in today’s episode:Murlalists website: http://muralists.co/Muralists Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muralists/Focusmate: https://www.focusmate.com/Thanks to the sponsors of this episode:.MELeave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @yourbuddymegInstagram: @yourbuddymegWebsiteEric FriedensohnDribbble profileTwitter: @EFDOTInstagram: @EFDOTStudioWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast? Email overtime@gmail.com

This week on Overtime, Meg and The Futur’s Matthew Encina discuss a new, self-destructing website, how to uncover the unique POV you have to offer the world, and tips for building more meaningful connections with people, both on and offline. [00:10] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[01:50] Fast Company: This Website Disappears if People Stop Posting On It[05:07] How to gain confidence in giving advice to others[10:32] Mistakes to avoid when networking, and how to network while social-distancingLinks mentioned in today’s episode:The FuturThe Futur on YouTubeThanks to the sponsors of this episode:Patreon: https://creativityovereverything.com/Leave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us:Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @yourbuddymegInstagram: @yourbuddymegWebsiteMatthew EncinaTwitter: @matthewencinaInstagram: @matthewencinaWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast?Email overtime@gmail.com

This week on Overtime, we explore what design trends might look like once the pandemic is over, how to make engaging videos that reach your audience on Instagram, and why paying attention and documenting your feelings during this time in history might just pay off in the future. [00:10] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[01:50] Fast Company: Can Direct-To-Consumer Brands Survive the COVID-19 Apocalypse? [05:09] Wistia:  (Out of) Office Hours: Shooting Video by Yourself [16:52] Meg discusses George Saunders’ comments on Absorbing Information  Links mentioned in today’s episode:Lincoln in the Bardo, by George Saunders Civilwarland in Bad Decline: Stories and a Novella Thanks to the sponsors of this episode:Patreon: https://creativityovereverything.com/Leave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @darngoooodInstagram: @darngoooodWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast? Email overtime@gmail.com

This week on Overtime, a new contest has designers creating the ugliest, worst logos you can imagine, and designers grab their pitchforks over a renowned publication’s controversial Tweet. Plus, Meg chats with lettering artist and illustrator extraordinaire Mary Kate McDevitt about being productive (or not) during self-isolation.[00:09] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[01:48] How Low Can Your Logo? A Bad Design Contest [03:37] AIGA Tweet About Advice For Recent Grads Stirs Controversy [11:15] Meg talks to Mary Kate McDevitt about trying to be productive during self-isolation. Links mentioned in today’s episode:Mary Kate McDevitt’s Skillshare Thanks to the sponsors of this episode:PatreonLeave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @darngoooodInstagram: @darngoooodWebsiteMary Kate McDevittDribbble ProfileTwitter: @MaryKateMcDInstagram: @MaryKateMcDevittWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast? Email overtime@gmail.com 

This week on Overtime, designers use their skillsets to help those affected by COVID-19, while certain corporations attempt to exemplify social distancing through new branding efforts. Plus, tactile illustrator Alicja Colon joins Meg to chat about taking control of your creative destiny and making the dang thing already![00:08] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[02:41] Fork Over: Designers Use Their Skill Set To Assist Laid Off Workers[05:46] Creative Bloq: Audi’s New Socially Distanced Logo[09:55] Meg talks to Alicja Colon about taking your creative destiny in your own hands.Links mentioned in today’s episode:UnstationaryThanks to the sponsors of this episode:PatreonLeave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us:Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @darngoooodInstagram: @darngoooodWebsiteAlicja ColonDribbble ProfileTwitter: @alicjacolonWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast?Email overtime@gmail.com 

This week on Overtime, Meg weighs in on the latest obsession with Animal Crossing and how it's helping designers cope, Nissan’s new logo redesign, and she responds to a listener voicemail! Plus, designer Mick Champayne joins the conversation to talk about injecting humor and personality into your work.[00:10] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[02:05] CNBC: The Psychology Behind Our Obsession with Animal Crossing[05:46] Creative Bloq: New Nissan Logo Redesign[08:51] Meg takes a voicemail about being grateful for what we have right now[09:59] Meg talks to Mick Champayne about balancing humor in your work and work life Thanks to the sponsors of this episode:PatreonLeave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us:Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @darngoooodInstagram: @darngoooodWebsiteMick ChampayneDribbble ProfileTwitter: @mickchampayInstagram: @mickchampayWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsite Interested in sponsoring this rad podcast?Email overtime@gmail.com 

This week on Overtime, we’re focusing on moments of light in all of the darkness of what’s happening. Meg tells us about an upcoming design event that’s actually happening, and how she plans to continue her freelance career while also supporting small businesses. Plus, she digs into Slack's new product updates and special guest Ashley Hohnstein joins us to share tips for how to have more mindful and helpful design critiques. [00:08] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[01:59] Canceled Con[05:39] Working On Continuing Your Career While Helping Small Businesses[10:54] Fast Company: New Version of Slack Aims to Help New Users[16:17] Meg talks to Ashley Hohnstein about improving critiquesLinks mentioned in today’s episode:LoomThanks to the sponsors of this episode:Dribbble ProLeave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us:Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @darngoooodInstagram: @darngoooodWebsiteAshley HohnsteinDribbble profileTwitter: @ashleyhohnsteinInstagram: @ashleyhohnsteinWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsiteInterested in sponsoring this rad podcast?Email overtime@gmail.com

Meg shares advice for working from home amidst the COVID-19 outbreak along with mental health tips to keep you sane. Plus, special guest Erik Westra joins us to talk about managing IRL events to keep the public safe and healthy.[00:08] Introducing the Episode with Meg Lewis[01:47] Rundown of resources and experiences about working from home[06:59] Alma: COVID-19 Preparedness Guide for Mental Health Care Providers (https://tinyurl.com/qp2juj5) [14:24] Meg talks to Erik Westra about the state of event planning during the COVID-19 response.Links mentioned in today’s episode:Ben Lehnert’s OMGWFH: https://tinyurl.com/wwvfnh8Danielle Evans’ Twitter thread: https://tinyurl.com/rjrzmpk99u: Working From Home: A Beginner’s Guide: https://tinyurl.com/u8d2vllWestraco: https://tinyurl.com/uf28an6 Thanks to the sponsors of this episode:Oxygen:  Sign up for an Oxygen account, deposit $200 into your account, and use it 5 times in 60 days, and you’ll get $25 on us. Oxygen Banking Services provided by The Bancorp Bank, Member FDIC. Leave some feedback:What do you think about our new format? Please let us know in the comments below!Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: Meg LewisDribbble profileTwitter: @darngoooodInstagram: @darngoooodWebsiteDribbbleDribbble profileTwitter: @dribbbleInstagram: @dribbbleWebsite Interested in sponsoring this rad podcast? Email overtime@gmail.com