Graphic Design isn’t about chasing trends or giving your work away for “exposure.” Scott Fuller, founder of Studio Temporary reveals the lessons he learned the hard way from turning down unpaid internships to creating logos that stand the test of time.

Scott’s story is as raw as it gets. From graduating as a valedictorian with an engineering scholarship, to walking away from stability for a future in graphic design, to nearly losing everything, eviction notices, dead-end jobs, rejection, his path to building The Studio Temporary and the time ESPN tried to take his work without credit...spoiler, he stood his ground, and that decision led him to designing for the Atlanta Hawks. Scotts story is a masterclass in resilience. 

In this episode of The Angry Designer Podcast, we get real about what it takes to survive and thrive as a designer in a chaotic industry.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why style without substance kills your work (and your career)
• The truth about unpaid internships and “exposure” gigs
• How to build logos and brands that actually last

Whether you’re a freelance designer, agency owner, or in-house creative, this conversation will make you rethink how you approach your work and why designers must demand more respect for their craft.

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Cracker Barrel spent $700 million on a rebrand… and within a week, they had to run back to their old logo. Designers, this isn’t just a logo fail, it’s a brand disaster! It proves how dangerous it is when companies confuse modernization with progress.

Here’s the part that should sting: most graphic designers would have made the exact same mistake. Why? Because too many of us still think rebrands are about logos, not the bigger story brands are built on.

In this episode of The Angry Designer Podcast, we break down exactly what went wrong with Cracker Barrel’s rebrand and the lessons every designer needs to hear.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why Cracker Barrel’s rebrand backlash proves logos aren’t the problem — branding is
• The 10 WORST times to update an old logo (and how to avoid the same mistake)
• How to tell if your rebrand should be an evolution… not a full-blown identity crisis

This isn’t about Cracker Barrel, it’s about you. Because if you think “design” alone is enough, you’re already on the wrong side of branding.

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Bad logo design is everywhere. From stretched fonts to unreadable colors, from stolen stock icons to AI disasters, the world is flooded with logos that should never have seen the light of day.

But here’s the kicker: these aren’t accidents. They follow patterns. And if you’re not careful, you could be making the exact same mistakes without realizing it.

In this episode of The Angry Designer Podcast, we flip the script with a sarcastic “MasterClass” on how to create the world’s worst logo. It’s a roast, it’s a lesson, and it’s the kind of reality check every graphic designer needs to avoid being the punchline in someone else's roast.

In this episode, you'll discover

• The most common mistakes behind bad logo design
• How to spot (and avoid) the patterns that ruin logos
• Why good designers sometimes still fall into bad habits

Whether you’re a seasoned creative or just starting your graphic design career, this episode will help you see logo design disasters for what they are, and make sure you’re never the one creating them.

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Most graphic designers think their biggest challenge is competition, AI, or not getting enough exposure. The truth? Many designers are sabotaging themselves every time they open their mouths.

From vague feedback requests to filler phrases that kill confidence, these everyday habits destroy trust, weaken authority, and make even talented designers look like amateurs.

But here’s the good news...once you recognize these self-sabotaging phrases, you can cut them out and instantly raise how clients see you.

In this episode of The Angry Designer, we expose the cringy things graphic designers say that sabotage their credibility and show you how to replace them with language that positions you as the expert you are.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The most common phrases designers use that ruin trust and credibility
• Why vague, filler language sabotages your authority with clients
• How to stop sounding like an amateur and lead conversations like a pro

This is the wake-up call designers need. If you want clients to respect your expertise, trust your process, and pay you what you’re worth, it starts with the words you use.

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Most graphic designers think being “just” a designer is safe. But when a Reddit thread exploded over whether it’s actually risky, we didn’t just scroll past. We tore it apart!

Some takes were spot on. Others completely missed the mark and sounded like entitled designers crying because they didn't get their way (and we’re not shy about saying which is which).

In this episode of The Angry Designer, we break down the “Is Being Just a Graphic Designer Risky?” Reddit thread, calling out the most controversial opinions and revealing what really puts your career in danger. From AI replacing average work, to the trap of selling only the end product, to why skill stacking and process can be your ultimate advantage. Nothing is off the table.

In this episode, you'll discover:
- Why focusing only on design execution puts your career at risk
- How stacking complementary skills keeps you competitive
- The real reason some designers thrive while others fade away

Whether you’re freelancing, working in-house, or running an agency, this is your reality check on the future of graphic design. Learn how to stay relevant, charge what you’re worth, and outpace an industry that changes faster than ever.

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Most graphic designers think they understand logo design trends. But after reviewing nearly a million logos, Bill Gardner knows otherwise.

As the creator of LogoLounge, the most iconic logo archive in the design world, Bill has seen the good, the bad, and the painfully average. He’s judged tens of thousands of marks, built trend reports that define the industry, and helped shape what logo design looks like on a global scale.

So what are so many designers still getting wrong about Logo Design trends?

In this episode of The Angry Designer podcast, we sit down with Bill Gardner to unpack two decades of logo evolution, the dangers of chasing logo design trends, and what actually makes a logo timeless. From judging 35,000 submissions per book to identifying the difference between trendy and trend-setting, Bill doesn’t just talk about design—he proves what works.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

- Why most designers misinterpret logo trends and how it impacts their work
- The real difference between timeless logos and short-term eye candy
- How to future-proof your logos for relevance in a fast-changing design world

Whether you're an up-and-coming Graphic Designer or a seasoned pro, this episode delivers hard-earned wisdom from one of the most respected voices in the logo design space.

Get ready to challenge what you think you know about logos.

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Graphic designers have mastered the art of making things look good, but the future of design demands more than pretty pixels.

The world is shifting faster than most creatives can keep up, and the biggest threat to your career isn’t AI. It’s you:
- clinging to outdated tools
- static portfolios
- a visual-only mindset 

The truth? Design is evolving beyond what you see, and those who don’t evolve with it are about to get steamrolled.

In this episode of The Angry Designer podcast, we break down what design will actually look like in the next 5–10 years and why graphic design alone won’t cut it. From spatial and sonic design to strategy, data, motion, and AI, we outline what future-ready designers need to survive and thrive.

You’ll learn:
- What the future of design will actually look like
- Why visual design is just the starting line
- What new skills clients will expect from you
- What to stop focusing on NOW

This is your Future Designer Survival Guide, brutal truths, bold predictions, and a tactical mindset shift every designer needs to hear.

Because the future doesn’t need more graphic designers. It needs creative thinkers who know how to lead, adapt, and evolve.

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Most graphic designers think their biggest threat is AI, bad clients, or lack of exposure. But the real problem? They don’t think like designers at all.

Instead, they’re still stuck in the artist mindset—chasing aesthetics, taking feedback personally, and wondering why they’re underpaid, overworked, and overlooked.

But what if one mindset shift could flip your entire career?

In this episode of The Angry Designer, we break down the Designer Mindset Shift That Changes Everything. We’re talking about the hard truth every creative needs to hear: you’re not paid for how it looks, you’re paid for how it works.

You’ll learn:
- Why embracing logic over emotion changes how clients see you
- The 6 mindset traits that future-proof designers
- How AI proves artists are replaceable—but designers aren’t
- Why thinking like a strategist makes you indispensable

This isn’t fluff. This is the reality check designers need to finally charge what they’re worth, design with purpose, and never feel replaceable again.

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Graphic designers have been fighting the wrong battle.

While the design world panics about AI taking jobs, a more dangerous threat has already arrived — Graphic Designers who know how to use AI better than you. They’re faster, sharper, and landing the work while you’re still debating whether it’s “ethical” to use the tools.

This isn’t a future problem. It’s happening right now.

This week on The Angry Designer podcast, we rip the mask off the real competition, and no, it’s not a robot. It’s the designer sitting across from you who embraced AI while you were still stuck in the past.

We’re not here to coddle. We’re here to wake you the hell up.

In this episode, you’ll discover:
• Why AI isn’t the enemy but other designers are
• How to spot the new wave of competition before it blindsides you
• What skills, strategies, and mindset shifts will keep you from getting replaced

If you’re serious about protecting your design future, it’s time to stop fearing the wrong threat and start levelling the hell up.

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Designers are freaking out about AI, and for good reason. Clients are skipping strategy, bringing AI-generated logos to the table, and treating designers like disposable decorators.

But while most designers are still obsessing over execution, the smart ones are building brands, owning strategy, evolving and becoming irreplaceable.

This week on The Angry Designer podcast, we sit down with our friend Dan Janssen of Lincoln Design Co. to unpack the real shift happening in the creative world and why most Graphic Designers are totally unprepared for it.

Recorded live at CropCon 2025 in Austin Texas, Dan lays down

• Why ignoring brand strategy is the fastest way to get replaced
• How to build a personal brand that clients actually value
• What clients really think when they hand you AI-generated work

By the end of this episode, you’ll know why brand strategy is your new superpower in this AI powered world, and how to use it to stay relevant, respected, and paid.

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