by Rae Nawrocki, Emiko Benton
From the subtleties of typography to the emotional impact of color, and the way everyday objects influence our lives, our guests share their unique perspectives on the power of design. Through candid interviews, we’ll get a closer look at the challenges they’ve faced, the breakthroughs they’ve had, and how design is not just about aesthetics, but about problem-solving, communication, and making an impact. Join hosts, Rae and Emiko, as Type Speaks aims to inspire, inform, and showcase the voices behind the visuals. This podcast is supported by WEGL 91.1 FM, Auburn University’s radio station. weglfm.com
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April 16, 2025
<p>In this episode of Type Speaks, co-hosts Ray and Emiko sit down with Briar Levitt. We dive deep into the origins and purpose of the People's Graphic Design Archive, the importance of saving design history, especially the ordinary and underrepresented, and how inspiration often comes from the tactile, the analog, and the unexpected. Plus, we talk about thrift finds, Oz books, quilt magazines, and the quiet power of uploading one artifact at a time.</p><p>Briar Levit is a Professor of Graphic Design at Portland State University. Levit’s feature-length documentary, Graphic Means: A History of Graphic Design Production, which follows design production from manual to digital methods, established an obsession with design history—particularly aspects not in the canon. She currently collaborates with Louise Sandhaus, Brockett Horne, and Morgan Searcy on The People’s Graphic Design Archive. She recently edited a book of essays for Princeton Architectural Press called Baseline Shift: Untold Stories of Women in Graphic Design History.</p>
April 4, 2025
<p>In this episode, we speak with Tré Seals a designer, typographer, and founder of Vocal Type. We talk about trade secrets in the type design community, the endangered skill of writing in cursive and knowledge sharing to build a better future. We also get an inside scoop on what is to come from Vocal Type!</p><p>Tré Seals is a designer, typographer, and founder of Vocal Type, a type foundry dedicated to increasing diversity in design through culturally and historically inspired typefaces. Rooted in storytelling, his work explores the intersection of typography, activism, and identity—creating type systems that preserve history while shaping the future. Beyond Vocal Type, his projects span brand identity, editorial design, and cultural research, with collaborations ranging from global brands to independent artists. Whether designing for political campaigns, museum exhibitions, or major publications, his work challenges convention, making space for underrepresented narratives in the visual landscape.</p>
March 21, 2025
<p>In this episode of Type Speaks, Rae and Emiko sit down with Morgan Searcy, an art director and creative lead with a background in graphic design, advertising, and progressive politics. From working on major political campaigns to navigating the fast-paced world of branding, Morgan shares insights on the role of design in shaping public perception and creating meaningful change. They discuss the intersection of politics and design, the challenges of freelancing, and the evolving nature of digital branding. Plus, a rapid-fire Q&A reveals Morgan’s favorite typefaces, treats, and travel destinations. </p><p>Morgan Searcy is an art director and creative lead with a background in graphic design, advertising, and progressive politics. Her creative practice focuses on finding sustainable and practical solutions that center design. She has recently led creatives with Instrument and collaborated with Wieden+Kennedy. She is a Co-Director of The People's Graphic Design Archive, where she collaborates to promote equitable collection of histories. Morgan has also supported creative strategy and direction with NY State Democrats and political campaigns Warren for President and Jon Ossoff for Senate, and has served as Brand and Creative Director at Rock the Vote. In 2023, she launched The Politics Project, an initiative supporting research that uplifts Gen Z and bipoc voices in progressive politics.</p>
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