Hardware Podcasts

449: Like Walking Through A Room In The Dark

Making It · 19 Jul 2024 · 1h 02m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the unexpected nature of their work and lives, from a go-kart track accident to the hidden labor in creative projects. Jimmy details his design process for a Double H grill using Illustrator and CNC plasma cutting, while David explores the workflow of a 360 camera and the mental weight of uncompleted tasks. The group reflects on the psychology of presenting finished work, debating the tendency to over-explain flaws versus letting the object speak for itself.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Products
Double H grill, X4 S360
Tools
Illustrator, CNC plasma, Final Cut, Resolve
Also
Matthew Encina, Rob Scallon

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