Dive into the Funsize Show, formally The Hustle Podcast, for a vibrant journey through design. Engage with everyone from industry newcomers to veterans, leaders to clients, as our team unveils diverse, real-world perspectives and transformative stories. We'll explore your lingering thoughts on product design, design leadership, innovation, and much more.
Tony and Lee dive into what design really means: less about making things pretty and more about solving real problems and helping people connect. They talk creative frustration versus AI speed, why h…
Tony, Anthony, and Brian have spent years in the trenches together, building products, solving tough problems, and growing as leaders who care deeply about people and craft. In this conversation, the…
Artist Dawn Okoro shares her winding path from law school to Meow Wolf, blending art, identity, and mental wellness. We talk career pivots, creative blocks, dream sculptures, and how she’s redefining…
Anthony spends the day with Funsize Partner and Head of Design, Lee Brenner. Between a round of board games at Vigilante and drinks at Draught House, they talk about Lee’s life story—from his early d…
In this episode of Currents, the Funsize team takes a break from their usual client projects to bond and recharge during Method Week. The hosts and guests discuss the origins and evolution of Method …
In this episode of Currents Tony Sanchez discusses various design-related topics with guests Dina Williams, Tarica Phung Navarro, and Jack Willis. They explore their personal creative processes, the …
Meet Natalie, Nicole, and Brooke, the hosts of Honestly, Honesty. In this first episode, they share their story, reflect on the inspiration behind the show, and offer a glimpse into the honest, unfil…
What does it mean to lead with both vision and craft? In this episode, Lee Brenner—Partner and Head of Design at Funsize—shares how he navigates the complexities of leadership while staying rooted in…
Tony, Andre, Edgar, and Esteban break down 8 design trends and predictions for 2025. We’re talking about what’s gaining traction, why it’s exciting, and where we’re already seeing it in the industry …
In this episode of Currents, Tony Sanchez, Design Director at Funsize, gathers a team of designers to discuss their recent website redesign. Hear from Esteban Marquez, Natalie Armendariz, Andre Jurge…
In this episode of Currents, Tony Sanchez, Design Director at Funsize, leads a discussion reflecting on 2024 and looking ahead to 2025. Team members Brooke Pippins, Lee Brenner, and Mari Chamoun shar…
On this episode throwback, we discuss:
In this episode, we sit down with Heather Korczynski, a dedicated pop-culture aficionado and UX Lead at IBM. Heather offers a deep dive into her life—discussing her role at IBM, her passion for Austi…
In this episode, Nina Sanchez, Tony Sanchez, Bobby Dixon, and Nhi Nguyen delve into the Big Little Poster Show, exploring its value for Austin's design community, sharing personal connections with fo…
In this episode, Tony and Anthony explore the nuanced distinctions between good and beautiful design. They consider the subjectivity of beauty, influenced by cultural and individual preferences, and …
In this episode, we chat with Brian Simpson, a creative professional who took the leap from Florida to Austin, Texas, back in 2008. Brian started in flash design and later co-founded an experiential …
Ten years ago, Funsize launched the Hustle Podcast. Since then, we have had nearly one hundred conversations with exciting people in the design industry.
Today, we're excited to announce and discuss t…
Juliana Vislova is the VP of Design at Mercury, an all-in-one banking platform for startups. A former linguistics major, Juliana is career switcher who spent time as an art director for a digital mar…
During our party for SXSW 2022, we interviewed designers and tech workers to understand how their careers were affected by the pandemic and what it means for their futures. We'd like to extend a huge…
Brian Peterson is a a multidisciplinary creator supporting, connecting, and empowering organizations through strategic design. Brian’s background is in fine arts with a brief stint in animation/illus…