This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 10, "Serial Taco Killer," we took a moment to reflect on reaching double digits in episode count, and from there talked about the fun and interactive experience of package design. Ayden and Ty discussed key considerations when designing packaging and shared insights into their own creative projects, breaking down their thought processes. They also wanted to remind listeners to start using the #VentLine in the Discord server or email to start the segment that started the podcast’s namesake. 

We also reviewed last week’s Font of the Week, Violeta, and announced our next font pick, Amatic SC, available on Google Fonts.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

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Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠

Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠

Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠

Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 9, "The Great Parking Lot War," Ayden and Ty in their Design Talk explored the world of environmental design, highlighting some standout examples in downtown Boise and humorously critiquing common design pitfalls, like those notoriously cramped Trader Joe’s parking lots.

For our "SAD to RAD" segment we shared our in progress designs, Ty discussing progress on his apparel brand designs and Ayden diving into a new logo concept for Nissan. We also reviewed last week’s Font of the Week, Oskar, and announced our next font pick, Violeta, available on Adobe Fonts.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠

Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠

Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠
Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 8, "Trending: We’re Back!," Ayden and Ty catch up after the holidays, randomly discuss cars, and take a reflective look back at the design trends that they noticed in 2024.

For our "SAD to RAD" segment Ayden mentioned wanting to tackle a car rebrand for next episode, inspired by an earlier conversation, and invites everyone to join in for a creative challenge. We also reviewed last week’s Font of the Week, Helvetica, and announced our next font pick, Oskar, available on Adobe Fonts.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠

Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠

Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠
Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 7, "The Christmas Special I," Ayden and Ty went into their Christmas traditions and, unsurprisingly, lost complete track of time (and topic). After some spirited tangents, they steer back to discuss the nostalgia embedded in classic Christmas campaigns and explore some modern trends in holiday design.

We also reviewed last week’s Font of the Week, Crimson Pro, and announced our next font pick, Helvetica, available on DAFONT.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠

Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠

Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠
Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 6, "Comfy, Cozy, Catching Up," Ayden and Ty are back after the break, catching up on their Thanksgivings and diving into their latest projects. This episode also explores the design of environments and their creative goals for 2025.

We also reviewed last week’s Font of the Week, Contempora, and announced our next font pick, Crimson Pro, available on Fontshare.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠

Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠

Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠
Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 5, "Low Battery," Ayden and Ty take a more laid-back approach, chatting about their current projects and sharing their own vent line confessions. They dive into this week’s design talk by unpacking the balance between functionality and aesthetics, discussing when they harmonize and when one can be used over the other for a different purpose.

We reviewed last week’s Font of the Week, Chillax, and announced our next font pick, Contempora, available on Adobe Fonts.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠

Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠

Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠

Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 4, "While (A)I Still Can," Ayden and Ty dive into the world of AI and its impact on a designer’s role. They explore how AI can inspire fresh creative directions and how it can be used thoughtfully, ensuring it enhances rather than overshadows their own creative voice.

In our "SAD to RAD" segment, Ayden redesigned Method Fitness’s logo. We also reviewed last week’s Font of the Week, Bokor, and announced our next font pick, Chillax, available on Fontshare.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠

Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠

Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠
Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

In Episode 3, "Design Challenges We Have Faced," Ayden and Ty talk about some challenges they have faced as a student or even with their freelance work. Discover how they face their creative blocks and make their way through those rough times.

And for the Next font of the week we have chosen Bokor found on Google Fonts.

This is 1-800-SAD-DZGN. Your creative hotline with Ayden Lindsay and Ty Yamamoto

In Episode 2, "How We Found Design," Ayden and Ty dive into their design origins, sharing the journeys that led them to 1-800-SAD-DZGN. They explore how their personal experiences shaped their creative perspectives and review some examples for upcoming design segments.

For our "SAD to RAD" segment we discussed Derek Seiber's redesigns found on Behance.
And for the Next font of the week we have chosen Salo Variable found on Adobe Fonts.

New episodes 9am MST every other Friday!

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:
Instagram: ⁠⁠@1800SADDZGN⁠⁠
Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth⁠⁠
Patreon: ⁠⁠patreon.com/1800saddzgn⁠⁠
Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

Welcome to the First Episode of 1-800-SAD-DZGN!

In our very first episode of 1-800-SAD-DZGN, we dive into what the podcast is all about, how the idea came to life, and the story behind our visual identity. Join Ayden and Ty as we share our hopes for this creative lifeline and explore the emotional side of design.

Ready to dial into design? Hit play and let’s get started. Your inspiration is important to us.

Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @1800SADDZGN
Discord Server: https://discord.gg/2rcRSBQHth
Patreon: patreon.com/1800saddzgn

Got a design question or a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at [email protected].