Designing in the Wild · 14 Jan 2022 · 1m · Episode 1
Host Rob Irwin introduces the 'Designing in the Wild' podcast, explaining its focus on industrial design and the practical insights gained from his 17-year career. He outlines the show's intent to cover team dynamics, stakeholder alignment, and collaboration with multidisciplinary leaders like project managers and engineers. The episode serves as a general overview of the podcast's mission rather than a deep dive into a specific product or company.
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