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...

Recovering with Coffee and Architectural Sketches: A Journey to Savannah and DallasIn this episode, hosts Jamie and Kurt discuss their recent personal updates, including bouts with illness and a family vacation to Savannah and Hilton Head Island. The conversation transitions to Kurt's on-site sketching of the historic Hall of State at Fair Park in Dallas, highlighting the significance of 1930s Art Deco architecture and its preservation. They also touch on the broader topic of urban planning a...

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 Figures In 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....

Architecture and the Protopian Future In 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...

Episode 150: Celebrating Milestones with Coffee, Architecture, and Frank Lloyd Wright In 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...

The Intersection of Architecture, History, and Coffee In 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...

Art, Music, and Architecture: Navigating Creative Influences This 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...

Catching Up and Sketching the Year of the Dragon In 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...

In this podcast transcript, hosts Jamie and Kurt start with casual banter about daily life and pet ownership. They share exciting news about their guest appearance on another podcast called 'Practice Practice', featured on Evelyn Lee's platform The Practice of Architecture. They further discuss how their recording timetable has been accelerated. Jamie praises Kurt's recent architectural sketch. They explain the intention and process behind sketching and executing their designs. They also...

In this episode, the hosts engage in a nostalgic conversation about their experiences working at stores during their youth and how it eventually led them into architecture. They talk about the weather, and a humorous debate about sport ensues. Proceeding to a more serious topic, they bring up Martin Luther King Jr. Day and discuss Jamie's sketch of the MLK Memorial in DC, exploring its architectural and symbolic aspects. The episode reveals the significance of context, design, and thought in...

Exploration of Creativity: Sketching, Sports, and Coffee Conversations The hosts discuss several subjects beginning with their reactions to recent sports events including college football bowl season and the uniqueness of the Stanley Cup as a sports trophy. They then reflect on a new creative approach one of the hosts, Kurt, employed in his lecture-style architecture class - encouraging students to sketch their favorite buildings or architectural details. This ties into the examination of a...

Exploring the Joys of Creativity and Process: Experimenting with Literary Analyses and Artistic Endeavors In this episode, the hosts celebrate the beginning of the new year and the launch of their show's 6th season. One exciting topic discussed is Christopher Alexander’s 'pattern language.' The concept focuses on the relationship between elements at varying scales, whether from macro to micro, to design cities or building elements. The host shares his experiment with software called...

Wrapping up Season 5 and Welcoming Season 6: New AI Tools, Mind Mapping, and Resolutions Jamie and Kurt reflect on the completion of the 5th season of their podcast and the launch of season 6. They discuss their use of novel AI tools to generate intriguing results based on their handcrafted sketches, comparing them to typical text-based prompts. They also explore ideas in their creative process, especially the exercise of re-listening to prior episodes and looking back at those creative...

Finishing the Year Strong with Completed Projects The episode celebrates recent achievements by the hosts, Jamie and Kurt, involving their architectural and urban design projects. They discuss their experience dealing with clients, and historic preservation practices, and share tips on design processes. An emphasis is placed on preserving buildings' unique characteristics while making conscious, suitable renovations. The episode also features photographs of Jamie and Kurt's finished...

Coffee and Sketches: A Laid-Back Artistic Discussion and a Visit to the Eternal City In this relaxed conversation, Jamie and Kurt discuss their day-to-day happenings and their favorite coffee of the day. Jamie describes his Birds of Paradise coffee from a local grocer, while Kurt shares his experience with Little City Folk's Brasil Sitio. The talk then transitions to their shared love for sketching and art, particularly focusing on Jamie's remarkable sketch of the Pantheon in Rome during a...

In this episode, Kurt surprises Jamie with the revelation that he secretly went off to Las Vegas to attend a concert by U2 held at the newly opened Sphere venue. They discuss the architectural marvel that is the Sphere, its automated design process, acoustics, and the awe-inspiring multimedia experience U2's performance provided. They also discuss architectural elements of the Bellagio resort, where Kurt stayed. Related to this, they touch on how psychology influences casino design. They...

Exploring Dimensional Layers with Art and Architecture In this episode, the hosts delve into the world of alternate dimensions, sparked by mention of the OA, a TV-show discussing about alternate dimensions. They reference the 138th episode in relation to the 138th dimension. They also give a shout out to their fraternity brother Damien Ober, credited with writing two episodes of 'The OA'. They touch briefly on their background in film and discuss a potential interview with writers who create...