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Every long episode from Tommy Geoco, read in minutes: the key takeaways, the chapters, and a digest of the whole conversation. Weekly research on what's happening in design and AI. Documentaries. Podcasts. Data. Partnerships: tommy@smoothmedia.co

The New Designers Superpower (Code + AI)

Designers can leverage AI and code to automate toil and augment creativity, shifting focus from pixel-pushing to taste and strategic thinking.

March 24, 2026

The Design Industry is Splitting in Two

The design industry is splitting due to AI, creating cognitive overload for many, while a few thrive by adapting to new workflows and embracing augmented intelligence.

March 14, 2026

He Quit Freelancing After Doubling His Salary

A 20-year design veteran shares how to navigate creative careers by embracing specialization over generalization, focusing on learning by doing, and treating passion projects as hobbies to avoid burnout.

March 9, 2026