126: Ten Years

Thoroughly Considered · 11 Sept 2025 · 1h 02m · Episode 126

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Tom Gerhardt and Dan Provost of Studio Neat reflect on the podcast's 10th anniversary, discussing the evolution from product-focused content to business sustainability. They detail the launch of the Keen box cutter in rose gold and the addition of a clip to the Mark One pen, explaining the mechanical constraints of aluminum versus steel. The hosts also analyze Apple's rumored lanyard holes and camera control button, contrasting Studio Neat's design philosophy with Apple's approach to user feedback and product complexity.

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Companies: Studio Neat, Apple, Cracker Barrel, Meta, Peak Design, 0 Snap, Native Union
Products: Keen, Mark One, Mark 2, iPhone, AirPods Pro
Tools: KeyShot, Blender
Also: Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital

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126: Ten Years

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