Episodes

  • Sabrina Schoenborn - Mechanical Engineering, Medical Device Design & Quantum Sensing
    Jul 6 2025

    In this episode, we chat with Sabrina Schoenborn, a mechanical engineer working at the intersection of medical design and emerging technology. From developing the world's first arthroscopic robot to her current work in quantum sensing at Q-CTRL. Sabrina shares her journey, the challenges of designing for healthcare, and how collaboration, simulation, and design thinking play a role in shaping real-world innovations.

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    40 mins
  • Rohan Primrose – Industrial Design, Injection Molding & Creo - CAD modelling
    May 25 2025

    Episode with Rohan Primrose – Industrial Design Consultant& Founder of équipe design & consulting

    In this episode, we sit down with Rohan Primrose, a seasonedindustrial designer and owner / consultant at équipe design. With over 30 years of experience; from startups to $30B global corporations, Rohan brings deep expertise in MedTech design, advanced CAD modelling,and team collaboration.

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    Connect with Rohan: Rohan Primrose

    #IndustrialDesign #ProductDevelopment #DesignConsulting#MedTech #CAD #Innovation #RohanPrimrose #équipeDesign

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Richard Kirk - Architecture, Urban Design - City planning - Organic architecture - LTD
    Mar 17 2025

    This week on Let's Talk Design I met with Richard Kirk. Richard is an architect and urban designer located in Brisbane. Richard is the founder of Kirk Studio which is an innovative architecture firm that combines use of traditional and modern materials to create a range of prominent projects through Brisbane as well as the greater Australian area.

    In the podcast we discussed the current architectural landscape in Brisbane, discussing the key areas of need to bring Brisbane to the modern day. We also discuss city planning, highlighting the benefits of various cityscape styles. He also mentioned key projects he has undertaken in recent years. Specifically we discussed his recent Gabba west concept he proposed.

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    Explore more at Kirk Studio: https://kirk.studio/


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Marty Brown - Multidisciplinary design, how to boost creativity, design in nature - LTD
    Feb 10 2025

    This week I met with Marty Brown. Marty is a multidisciplinary designer and founder of Secret Agency, a consultancy that tackles all aspects of a successful product launch. Throughout Marty's career he has worked for a range of organisations as well as starting Hollowway a boutique australian made sunglasses and watches company.

    In our conversation, we discuss how Marty tackles multidisciplinary projects as well as organise a team for a successful outcome. We also discuss how designers can boost their creativity and stay in a fresh mind in this landscape.

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Chris Thomson - Design Entrepreneurs, Venture capital, Startups - Lets Talk Design #30
    Oct 21 2024

    Join me this week as I chat with Chris Thomson, an acclaimed industrial designer and co-founder of the innovative filmmaking accessory brand, Syrp. After honing his craft at 4 Design, Chris transitioned into entrepreneurship, where he’s not only created products but also actively invests in companies that align with his vision. In our conversation, we dive into Chris's journey, exploring how he consistently prioritizes creativity in his projects. He shares the challenges and rewards of launching Syrp from the ground up, offering insights into the startup world. We also discuss his unique role as a contract designer, where his investments intersect with the design process. I hope you enjoy the episode! If you do, please consider subscribing and sharing it with a friend to help us grow. Follow us on Instagram: @letstalkdesign @cherfan_design Connect on LinkedIn: Roman Cherfan Chris Thomson Support the podcast by checking out a Lemanoosh course through our affiliate link: ⁠https://courses.lemanoosh.com/a/21475...⁠

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    50 mins
  • Boris Brawer - Consumer electronics manufacturing, startup success l Lets Talk Design
    Aug 26 2024

    On this week's episode of ‘Let's talk Design’ I met with Boris Brawer, CEO of the hardware manufacturing company ‘Made studio’ in Taiwan. Boris career as a design engineer varies greatly, from his time in Europe working for a range of consultancies, then shifting to his career in Asia leading him to establish his end to end design and manufacturing firm.

    In the podcast we discussed a range of topics all centered around the topics of manufacturing, consumer electronics, startups and much more. Boris discussed the knowledge and experience he has gained from his time working with a range of clients to help them bring their ideas to manufactured reality. More recently Boris has written an informative book ‘Co pilot’. Where he provides this plethora of knowledge to educate prospective tech startup founders on the ins and outs of technology design and manufacturing.

    I hope you enjoy the podcast, and if you do would you consider subscribing and sharing the podcast with a friend to help grow the platform.

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    www.purposedesignlab.com

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Adam Barlow - Resmed, Purpose Design Lab | Lets Talk Design
    Jun 28 2024


    On this weeks podcast I met with Adam Barlow. Adam is an Industrial Designer who started his career in the UK as a designer/model maker. Adam then moved his career to Australia to take a position at Resmed where he worked in a variety of roles and subject matter over the span of 13 years. Following his role at Resmed Adam stated his consultancy Purpose Design Lab where he leverages his experience and a range of areas to guide stakeholders to a successful product launch.

    In the podcast we discuss Adams experience moving his career to australia and how his foundational roles underpin his professional success. We then discussed his time at Resmed, where he mentioned the real world positive impact his projects made. Finally, we discussed what led him to go out on his own and create Purpose Design Lab.

    I hope you enjoy the podcast, and if you do would you consider subscribing and sharing the podcast with a friend to help grow the platform.


    Checkout Purpsoe Design Lab at the link below:

    www.purposedesignlab.com


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    Roman Cherfan

    Adam Barlow

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    48 mins
  • Ashley Marsh-Croft - Breville Product development manger - Large scale manufacturing - design process optimasiation | Lets Talk Design
    Jun 4 2024

    On this week's episode of Let's talk Design, I discussed all things design with Ashley Marsh-Croft Product development manager at Breville. Ashley's background as a designer was developed working for prominent design organisations such as Tiller Design, 4 Design, as well as an internship with Marc Newson Ltd in Paris.

    On the podcast, we discussed the experiences leading him up to his 10+ year role at Breville. He highlights the benefit of Breville's long-term operation and well-defined design process. We also discussed the hybrid working environment utilised in his current role. Finally, we discuss the large-scale supply chain of Breville and discuss potential/opportunities for Australian manufacturing capabilities in the future.

    I hope you enjoy the podcast, and if you do would you consider subscribing and sharing the podcast with a friend to help grow the platform.

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    @lets talk Design

    @cherfan_design

    @_extra.nice

    Linkedin:

    Roman Cherfan

    Ashely Marsh Croft


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    1 hr and 32 mins