In this episode of Changing Gears, Kat chats with industrial designer Sam Amis, whose career has taken him from innovating cutting-edge gear at Nike, to shaking up the world of everyday carry at The James Brand. They dive into his journey from art-loving high schooler to designing some of the most modern pocket knives out there. Sam shares behind-the-scenes stories from working with Timex, his love for iconic design (think Swiss Army knives and Air Jordans), and how his obsession with symmetry influences his work. They also geek out over watches, talk about the magic of good product design, and even touch on AI’s growing role in the creative process. Whether you’re a design nerd, a gearhead, or just love a good origin story, this one’s a must-listen!

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• Sam’s Wrist Check
• Kat’s Wrist Check
• IDEO
• School of Design (DAAP)
• The James Brand
• Sam’s Website
• Sam’s Instagram
• Windup Watch Fair’s