Reviews
I can’t thank Femke and Charli enough for providing this podcast. I stumbled across it a few months ago, and have started it from the beginning. I’ve loved not only the advice and knowledge they share, but because I am basically binge listening most days, I love seeing the growth these guys have...Read full review »
Jessi-Mc via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 08/09/22
Charli and Femke make this podcast feel like I’m listening to the thoughts of my close friends ✨ Keep it up girls 💪🏻
juliarainbowx via Apple Podcasts · Russia · 02/26/22
I become a fan of your podcast, I love your topics and I love that it's just 30minsRead full review »
skakiir via Apple Podcasts · Saudi Arabia · 02/23/22
They have no idea who I am but somehow I think of Charli and Femke as mentors. 😂 This podcast is my go-to for design advice. I just finished the episode on ‘Ageism in the tech industry’. I have also been wondering why internships are only available to students and how this leaves a gap in...Read full review »
gefigg via Apple Podcasts · Netherlands · 02/03/21
I am learning SO MUCH from this. I just discovered this podcast, so I’m basically picking 2-5 and binge-listening while on my “pandemic therapy walks.” As a junior designer, this is gold.
Toasts&Tea via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/13/20
This is the most amazing podcast I have ever found! I get more motivation to design from these two then I have from any other podcast or even person. They are realistic than most Artists even when asked questions.
animallover🦄🐴🐨🐶🐹🐰🦔🐲 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/13/20
While listening to the ladies I realised that this looking for friendship on the work floor, experiencing a sense of belonging is universal. Everybody needs a certain degree of belonging, because it makes worklife more enjoyable. I was wondering whether people nowadays feel like they have to make...Read full review »
Scrumptuous via Apple Podcasts · Netherlands · 09/11/20
I’ve only listened to one episode and already looking forward to next week’s new episode! In the meantime I will deep dive into previous recordings. Thanks ladies! 👏
Rubyfive via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 07/29/20
This has been my go-to podcast for motivation and inspiration for a couple years now. I'm just starting out my career as an iOS developer, but this podcast has introduced me to the wonderful world of design and inspired me to learn more about it. Now I spend half my time learning about iOS...Read full review »
Dan.Pham01 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/10/20
Listen to it whilst working at home. It’s great and comforting at times to hear the similarities in designer issues or dilemmas. Still catching up with some of the previous episodes but I would definitely recommend to any fellow designer or creator. Thanks for the podcast!
latinx via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 06/02/20
I am a big fan of Charlie’s work, I been following her work since last few years, but recently I am into listening podcasts, I am glad I found this wonderful podcast and got to know about femke, if someone is good at their work and they are open to teach their experiences then the audience...Read full review »
Sadhu Sravan via Apple Podcasts · India · 05/16/20
I've been listening to Design Life from the very beginning, and it's truly been inspirational for me and my career as a designer. Having recently transitioned into product design after four years working in the tech/marketing space, Charli and Femke have been my go-to for everything...Read full review »
Nadine3131 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/18/20
I like the podcast because I am designer myself because I am web and graphics design as I am student at the movement at college as I am learning and learning at college is about filmmaking, photoghraphy and graphics design.In my personal I am learning about web design as well graphics...Read full review »
Marsjet via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/01/20
I’ve listened to this podcast for almost 2 years and I feel so happy every time there is a new episode. Being a female designer, it’s great to listen to 2 females talk about the things I want to talk about. I appreciate their perspectives and their discussions and I will continue to be a listener...Read full review »
LunaGitgood via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/27/20
Whether you’re well established as someone who can translate creative energy into the impact you want to have on the world, or just getting started as a designer - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Charli and Femke do an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of...Read full review »
obacker19 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/03/20
As a freelance designer, this podcast has given me incredible insight for how to approach different situations, such as meeting with clients, the handoff process, and more. I really appreciate you both for bringing our community together with your podcast. I highly recommend!
Emily Nickel via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/06/20
Yes I’ve finally caught up!! I was late on discovering this podcast only checking it out when Charlie was featured on Ian pagets logogeek podcast and after the first episode I was hooked. I couldn’t believe there was a podcast out there that discussed the everyday trials and tribulations of being...Read full review »
Iamchrisjames via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 02/05/20
I’ve just started listening to your podcasts and have found them super helpful! As a fairly new designer in the workforce I’ve been looking for some advice on different aspects in my role and have found you guys both carry a lot of wisdom that has really helped me so thank you! Keep up that...Read full review »
S_Stewart via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 02/02/20
Thank you for continuing to put out helpful content. Just know there are people out here grateful for your thoughts and advice.
D. Gold via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/14/19
Fem and Charli’s Design Life Podcast is such a delight! I find listening to them on my commute to be captivating, inspiring, and over all refreshing in every aspect. Fem and Charli are open and transparent about their experiences, future goals, and are truly just figuring it out with their...Read full review »
Ashemev — Ashley via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/09/19
I love listening to Design Life when commuting to uni or working on assignments. It gets me excited, inspired & educated about the industry! Thanks Femke and Charli sharing your knowledge & experiences with us :) [email protected]
laurenb19 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 06/05/19
I came upon this podcast because I found Charli’s YouTube and absolutely fell in love with her videos. I realized she had a podcast and now I just can’t put it down. I’m catching up on episodes so I listen to them everyday while I’m coding and designing. Their attitude and positive energy is so...Read full review »
TivyBBy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/11/19
As a noob product designer I absolutely love this podcast. Charlie and Femke have wonderful chemistry together and produce a superb podcast covering so many important topics about the practice of design. Thank you and keep up the good work!
Shaloha91 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/19/19
I always look forward to Design Life episodes! You can count on relevant topics in the industry and genuinely insightful feedback from Charli and Femke. Plus they’re regular people like you and me; I appreciate their honesty and willingness to share the highs and lows of working as a designer.
jav094 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/25/19
Thank you Charli & Femke for sharing your organized & approachable insights into the design field. This podcast has been exactly what I need to get a better feel for what the different elements of working in design are and figuring out what I want to pursue for my own career. Keep up the...Read full review »
kid_nickels via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/08/18
Design life is so refreshing and energizing - most design podcasts are constantly telling you to quit your day job, and leave you feeling less than. Design Life celebrates the combination of enjoying your day job + how to balance that with your side hustles and the rest of your life. Charli and...Read full review »
Amiegrrl via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/23/18
I stumbled across this podcast approx 4 weeks ago and binged 140 episodes, I have been in a creative black hole for way to look but Charli and Femke have helped motivate me into getting back into what I love most. If you haven't listened to this podcast yet then you need to download the full...Read full review »
mikeparsonsvlog via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/15/18
It has been more than a year that I decided to give this podcast a try and I can positively say it was one of the best choices I've ever done. The hosts, Charli and Femke, have such a charismatic way of approaching each and every intricate topic and challenges that Design Life covers weekly....Read full review »
Fern H. Silva via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/18
I been a active follower of Charli’s YouTube channel and Femke’s Medium posts and I was so amazed to see a Design podcast they both created! It’s addicting and interesting!
hunterrams via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/23/18
Femke and Charli are not just great hosts and motivated creators; If they were the CEO’s of a company, I’d be climbing over people to work for them. Maybe it’s the cleanly-produced audio, focusing on a relaxed two-person conversation which sticks to the point and doesn’t lose focus (clearly...Read full review »
Invervegas via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 08/07/18
I love this podcast! A couple of friends recommended it to me, and I've been listening ever since. It's been such a joy and a great motivator for me to listen back through their past epidsodes. Whilst many design podcasts can seem distant, overwhelming or hard to relate to, Charli and...Read full review »
Tanya Boxwell via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 07/28/18
so much information and full of honest advice for ppl in tech industry&designers
designerstellar via Apple Podcasts · South Korea · 06/29/18
Listening to Charlie and Femke is like attending a virtual coffee meetup aimed to support and add a fresh perspective to topics that, on my own struggle to solve. In an era where success is talked about (a lot) Design Life touches on vulnerable subjects that need more attention and awareness....Read full review »
Jonathan Perucho via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 06/12/18
I've only listened to 4 episodes so far but I am already hooked. I have a few design podcast that I listen to, but this show by Charli and Femke are thus far the most refreshing, down to earth, and fun to listen to. There's no ego at all that's prevalent among designers, they're...Read full review »
Eli82388 via Apple Podcasts · Philippines · 06/05/18
I listen to this podcast because I can see my own journey in Charli and Femke, as they are also motivated creatives at the start of their careers. I love that the podcast not only talks about design, but the journey around it, including all the highs and lows which we all have. This podcast...Read full review »
raysplaceinspace via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 04/21/18
I've been an avid listener of Charli and Femke's podcast for about 2 years now and haven't missed an episode. The shows are packed with great quality conversation about the process of design and hurdles the creative community encounters. Its a become part of my weekly commute and...Read full review »
ryandemetz via Apple Podcasts · South Africa · 04/19/18
I found this podcast a few years ago, and I have stopped listening sense. There is something to be said about how open and honest Femke and Charli are about sharing their struggles and success as designers. This is a counter-cultural move in a world where we only see and hear about the finished...Read full review »
KNOwL3Dg3 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/17/18
If what you want is to listen to a podcast that functions as a replacement to Design School, then you might not find value in this show. Go listen to something else. However, if what you're after is career advice delivered via casual conversation from two talented, down to earth, ambitious,...Read full review »
BabyVegan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/15/18
I subscribe to many podcasts in the design, freelancing and business industries. Too many are driven just as sales tools for their own products without really giving advice that any John Doe can put into action in the real world. Design Life gets it spot on. Not only do both Charli and Femke...Read full review »
MattWillmott via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/15/18
There are lots of reviews by Charli and Femke’s friends, so this critical review will not get a lot of appreciation. However, seeing that the podcast has been running for 2 years and nothing has improved, these two need some constructive criticism. The elephant in the room is that this podcast is...Read full review »
designerxx via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/04/18
I've been listening to this podcast since it first started (and i've been a fan of both hosts before it launched!) The information and experiences they share are so valuable and always take a weight of my shoulder. It's relieving to hear that other designers and successful designers...Read full review »
BrendaFarias via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/11/18
Been listening to this podcast for a week & a lot of the topics are very very relatable to a lot of people’s lives. Lots of cool lessons on design & freelance but also life. Keep up the awesome podcasts!
ILGonzales via Apple Podcasts · Philippines · 11/29/17
I just started listening and I agree with what Brent says, glad I found it
graphic desing student via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/09/17
This is an outstanding and relatable podcast for anyone involved in a creative discipline or side project. I've been a dedicated listener since (almost) the start and find the shows relevant to my work as an emerging architect and furniture designer, which goes to show how much overlap there...Read full review »
otto here via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/30/17
I was lucky enough to stumble across this podcast in an Instagram comment and have been an avid listener since the beginning. I'm not a designer but Charli and Femke's content is still applicable and insightful for other creative fields and beyond. I love their determination and...Read full review »
Ngaire Clare via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 07/18/17
I'm not a designer, but there are a few sort of creative side projects that I'm interested in pursuing. And I've been inspired by Charli and Femke's work ethic to finally push myself to get started! The tone of the podcast is really refreshing. It's very conversational and...Read full review »
Quinn K via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/20/17
I've been listening to this podcast from the beginning and my interest hasn't wavered. Charli and Femke offer the right amount of motivation, encouragement and practical advice for an aspiring designer, and the production is top-notch. I've loved hearing about career progression,...Read full review »
alicek24 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 04/08/17
Hello, my name is Nickolans. I love the podcast and the topics you talk about. I am a programmer/developer who also loves design. I think that no matter how good you can program, the software is nothing if it doesn't look good and doesn't have a well designed UI. This podcast has really...Read full review »
Nick123214323 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/20/17
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