https://simplecast.com Love What You Do Love What You Do is a podcast about the people who bring design to life. Through stories, insights, and honest conversations, we explore what really changes when you love what you do—and how optimism, care, and creativity open the door to what’s possible. 2025 Love What You Do Podcast en Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:01:35 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:01:47 +0000 https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com Love What You Do https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/fefde513-e93e-4c78-bcec-fb920cdc1ad0/2dedfb46-c9ec-458c-be7f-5b8c48bdfbe1/3000x3000/lwyd-pod-logo.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com episodic Love What You Do is a podcast about the people who bring design to life. Through stories, insights, and honest conversations, we explore what really changes when you love what you do—and how optimism, care, and creativity open the door to what’s possible. JSI false https://feeds.simplecast.com/Poed6nSc industrial designers, contract furniture, commercial interiors, interior design, industrial design, jsi, love what you do, interior designers, design, architecture & design, architects JSI 92UBMD0LDPVL 748b2095-a2e5-43d8-8885-f6163716e5e0 The Power of Perseverance | Joanna Jablonski Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:01:35 +0000 JSI https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/the-power-of-perseverance-90DNVXwv The Power of Perseverance | Joanna Jablonski JSI 00:35:41 On this episode of the LWYD podcast, Doug sits down with Joanna Jablonski to explore how perseverance shaped her journey from immigrating to the United States to becoming a design leader at Henrickson. On this episode of the LWYD podcast, Doug sits down with Joanna Jablonski to explore how perseverance shaped her journey from immigrating to the United States to becoming a design leader at Henrickson. false full 13 cf85853d-48a6-4808-9d2f-75e4e81160dc You Belong in the Room | Scott Delano Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Doug Shapiro, Scott Delano https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/you-belong-in-the-room-scott-delano-yV9XhTMg You Belong in the Room | Scott Delano Doug Shapiro, Scott Delano 01:03:13 Doug Shapiro talks with Scott Delano, Design Principal at StudioGC, about mentorship, creativity, joy, and the responsibility of leadership. Scott shares why design is ultimately an act of optimism, how great teams are built around strengths rather than sameness, and why helping people feel like they belong can unlock their best work. It’s a thoughtful conversation about purpose, perspective, failure, and creating environments where people can grow. Doug Shapiro talks with Scott Delano, Design Principal at StudioGC, about mentorship, creativity, joy, and the responsibility of leadership. Scott shares why design is ultimately an act of optimism, how great teams are built around strengths rather than sameness, and why helping people feel like they belong can unlock their best work. It’s a thoughtful conversation about purpose, perspective, failure, and creating environments where people can grow. false full 12 33424a0f-ff51-4bcf-b019-35f09ba1603f Mosaic Thinking for Design and Life | Cheryl Durst, CEO Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Doug Shapiro, Cheryl Durst https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/mosaic-thinking-for-design-and-life-cheryl-durst-ceo-7MOoP3jM Mosaic Thinking for Design and Life | Cheryl Durst, CEO Doug Shapiro, Cheryl Durst 00:50:55 Cheryl Durst, CEO of IIDA, joins Doug Shapiro for a wide-ranging, soulful conversation about kinship, optimism, and the power of imperfection. From “word of the year” reflections to mosaics, quilts, and mixtapes, Cheryl explores how unlikely combinations shape meaningful leadership and design. Cheryl shares how energy, memory, and human connection influence the spaces we create and the teams we build. It’s a thoughtful, funny, and deeply human dialogue about why design and life are at their best when they’re a little imperfect. Cheryl Durst, CEO of IIDA, joins Doug Shapiro for a wide-ranging, soulful conversation about kinship, optimism, and the power of imperfection. From “word of the year” reflections to mosaics, quilts, and mixtapes, Cheryl explores how unlikely combinations shape meaningful leadership and design. Cheryl shares how energy, memory, and human connection influence the spaces we create and the teams we build. It’s a thoughtful, funny, and deeply human dialogue about why design and life are at their best when they’re a little imperfect. false full 11 4ba610f3-efd0-4689-8dff-572d4437d972 Grit and Gratitude | Roby Isaac, Design Insights Leader Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Roby Isaac, Doug Shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/grit-and-gratitude-roby-isaac-krA491Ye Grit and Gratitude | Roby Isaac, Design Insights Leader Roby Isaac, Doug Shapiro 00:40:13 Roby Issac is the Design Insights Leader at Mannington Commercial. In this episode, he shares his journey from a kid who loved to draw to finding his place in design through apprenticeship and taking risks. He talks candidly about cultural identity, assimilation, and how those experiences shaped the way he works and leads. Doug and Roby reflect on craftsmanship, longevity, and the responsibility that comes with making things that last. At its heart, this episode is about perseverance, gratitude, and finding meaning in the work. Roby Issac is the Design Insights Leader at Mannington Commercial. In this episode, he shares his journey from a kid who loved to draw to finding his place in design through apprenticeship and taking risks. He talks candidly about cultural identity, assimilation, and how those experiences shaped the way he works and leads. Doug and Roby reflect on craftsmanship, longevity, and the responsibility that comes with making things that last. At its heart, this episode is about perseverance, gratitude, and finding meaning in the work. false full 10 9d695545-0ab8-4545-8add-6e184e939596 The Map of a Meaningful Career | John Sadlon, Principal Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 John Sadlon, Doug Shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/the-map-of-a-meaningful-career-john-sadlon-qlCnKmeP The Map of a Meaningful Career | John Sadlon, Principal John Sadlon, Doug Shapiro 00:57:30 This episode of Love What You Do goes beneath the surface of a creative career with John Sadlon, Principal and Global Workplace Leader at Perkins&Will. Guided by a personal map of sketches—from the Guggenheim to Brancusi’s Bird in Space—John shares the stories and lessons that have shaped his work and worldview. He reflects on running the Boston Marathon, why you should never cross the “finish line” empty, and how a risk he finally took at 30 changed the course of his life. John also recounts losing his partner in a tragic accident, and how that experience led to 20 years of meditation, a deeper sense of intention, and a daily choice to spend his energy on connection and gratitude. It’s an episode about design—but even more, about the art of living fully. This episode of Love What You Do goes beneath the surface of a creative career with John Sadlon, Principal and Global Workplace Leader at Perkins&Will. Guided by a personal map of sketches—from the Guggenheim to Brancusi’s Bird in Space—John shares the stories and lessons that have shaped his work and worldview. He reflects on running the Boston Marathon, why you should never cross the “finish line” empty, and how a risk he finally took at 30 changed the course of his life. John also recounts losing his partner in a tragic accident, and how that experience led to 20 years of meditation, a deeper sense of intention, and a daily choice to spend his energy on connection and gratitude. It’s an episode about design—but even more, about the art of living fully. false full 9 e9f7209a-d3d7-464d-9208-98a8cfb8f29a Bring your Designer | Julia Machado, VP of Internal Operations Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Julia Machado, Doug Shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/bring-your-designer-julia-machado-vp-of-internal-operations-tnLAC5gU Bring your Designer | Julia Machado, VP of Internal Operations Julia Machado, Doug Shapiro 00:28:45 Doug sits down with Julia Machado, Vice President of Internal Operations at Price Modern. Julia shares her journey from designer to operations leader, and why the most impactful sales meetings include the designer. She discusses the beauty of uncovering “I didn’t know that” moments, both in business and in life, and how those moments can spark transformation. Doug sits down with Julia Machado, Vice President of Internal Operations at Price Modern. Julia shares her journey from designer to operations leader, and why the most impactful sales meetings include the designer. She discusses the beauty of uncovering “I didn’t know that” moments, both in business and in life, and how those moments can spark transformation. false full 8 0644a6bc-3f22-4c58-a672-4e5fb100fc19 The Optimism Equation | Shreya Somani Referenced in the conversation: 

]]> Wed, 5 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Shreya Somani, Doug Shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/the-optimism-equation-shreya-somani-eLuDUmK1 Referenced in the conversation: 

]]> The Optimism Equation | Shreya Somani Shreya Somani, Doug Shapiro 00:30:35 Doug Shapiro sits down with Shreya Somani, Senior Designer at Arcadis in Washington, D.C., to explore the science and philosophy behind optimism. The conversation weaves through themes of resilience, patience, and curiosity, connecting optimism to the act of questioning, the delay of gratification, and the pursuit of meaning in design and life. Doug Shapiro sits down with Shreya Somani, Senior Designer at Arcadis in Washington, D.C., to explore the science and philosophy behind optimism. The conversation weaves through themes of resilience, patience, and curiosity, connecting optimism to the act of questioning, the delay of gratification, and the pursuit of meaning in design and life. false full 7 76be7023-2124-4905-97e0-cb7f5d1cf6b5 Don't Rush the Good Stuff | Mike Goetz, Design Director Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Mike Goetz, Doug Shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-rush-the-good-stuff-mike-goetz-F969CkzR Don't Rush the Good Stuff | Mike Goetz, Design Director Mike Goetz, Doug Shapiro 00:35:52 Doug talks with HOK’s Mike Goetz about design that feels, leadership that cares, and why TikTok counts as “cultural research.” They explore how creativity, curiosity, and care shape great work — and why slowing down might be the key to loving what you do. Doug talks with HOK’s Mike Goetz about design that feels, leadership that cares, and why TikTok counts as “cultural research.” They explore how creativity, curiosity, and care shape great work — and why slowing down might be the key to loving what you do. false full 6 3196b7b2-6f07-4902-81d8-fcd2f7250663 Never Complete | Krystal Lucero, Senior Interior Designer Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Krystal Lucero https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/never-complete-krystal-lucero-GMbDKDWH Never Complete | Krystal Lucero, Senior Interior Designer Krystal Lucero 00:47:18 In this episode we hear from Krystal Lucero, designer, mom, and survivor whose story blends grace, grit, and joy. From navigating motherhood and design to overcoming cancer twice, Krystal shares candid insights on resilience, wellbeing, and staying true to yourself. Her journey is a reminder that the pursuit of getting to better is never complete. In this episode we hear from Krystal Lucero, designer, mom, and survivor whose story blends grace, grit, and joy. From navigating motherhood and design to overcoming cancer twice, Krystal shares candid insights on resilience, wellbeing, and staying true to yourself. Her journey is a reminder that the pursuit of getting to better is never complete. false full 5 28589f15-36f1-4765-b4bb-8f7328b68c46 What If We Get It Right? | Jane Hallinan, Designer Jane Hallinan, iida, NCIDQ, leed green associate, is an interior designer interested in environmentalism, material health, and honeybees. 

She is an Associate at Perkins Eastman in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and practices within the workplace and higher education areas of the firm. This complements her previous design experience in the renovation of existing and historic buildings for commercial, educational, and religious clientele.

In 2017, Hallinan launched Not A Decorator, a brand that focuses on interior design advocacy and is dedicated to further strengthening a respected title for professionals across the industry.

Hallinan was named the 2015 IIDA Member of the Year, was President of the IIDA PA/NJ/DE Chapter from 2015-2018, and was a member of the Contract Magazine Editorial Advisory Board. Jane is known for her active voice within the industry and recently co-authored a submission to the 2020 CoreNet Global Hackathon with a team of IIDA members titled “A View Towards the Workplace of 2024.”

Jane Hallinan | Website | LinkedIn

]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Jane Hallinan https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/what-if-we-get-it-right-wH_pTPqZ Jane Hallinan, iida, NCIDQ, leed green associate, is an interior designer interested in environmentalism, material health, and honeybees. 

She is an Associate at Perkins Eastman in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and practices within the workplace and higher education areas of the firm. This complements her previous design experience in the renovation of existing and historic buildings for commercial, educational, and religious clientele.

In 2017, Hallinan launched Not A Decorator, a brand that focuses on interior design advocacy and is dedicated to further strengthening a respected title for professionals across the industry.

Hallinan was named the 2015 IIDA Member of the Year, was President of the IIDA PA/NJ/DE Chapter from 2015-2018, and was a member of the Contract Magazine Editorial Advisory Board. Jane is known for her active voice within the industry and recently co-authored a submission to the 2020 CoreNet Global Hackathon with a team of IIDA members titled “A View Towards the Workplace of 2024.”

Jane Hallinan | Website | LinkedIn

]]> What If We Get It Right? | Jane Hallinan, Designer Jane Hallinan 00:41:14 Jane Hallinan, Perkins Eastman, proves that climate talk doesn’t need doom and gloom. She shows how humor and good stories can spark greener choices. Jane gives us a list book recommendation and would like your help in finishing her list. It’s a feel-good episode with a Mr. Rogers-style of neighborliness! Jane Hallinan, Perkins Eastman, proves that climate talk doesn’t need doom and gloom. She shows how humor and good stories can spark greener choices. Jane gives us a list book recommendation and would like your help in finishing her list. It’s a feel-good episode with a Mr. Rogers-style of neighborliness! false full 4 6f3fb0f5-3c47-4a32-9232-9e6f5d1444aa Born Twice | Gilbert Broco, President, CI Group Gilbert Broco grew up in Puerto Rico and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design Architecture from the University of Puerto Rico in 2002. He moved to Florida in 2006 where he became NCIDQ Certified and a Florida Registered Interior Designer. Gilbert is the President for the CI Group, a Contract Furniture Dealership with 8 locations across the Southeast; he has been with the company for over 12 years and has led the design department and operations. He was the IIDA Florida Central Chapter President in 2018 and has been a Trustee of the International Interior Design Foundation for two terms. He is part of the Leadership Tampa Bay Board where he serves on the Executive Board, and is a member of the USF Leadership and Innovation Forum of Tampa. Gilbert has been recognized for his leadership and design skills, in 2021 he received the Professional Impact Award from the IIDA Florida Central Chapter, last year Gilbert received the COO of the Year Award from the Tampa Bay Business and Wealth Apogee Awards, and a Titan 100 in 2024. Gilbert brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to every project and collaborates with clients and business partners in developing the best fit product solution appropriate to the way people work and interact. His objective is to always create a harmonious work environment centralized in the health and well-being of people’s lives.

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Gilbert Broco, Doug Shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/born-twice-gilbert-broco-SYb4WYLU Gilbert Broco grew up in Puerto Rico and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design Architecture from the University of Puerto Rico in 2002. He moved to Florida in 2006 where he became NCIDQ Certified and a Florida Registered Interior Designer. Gilbert is the President for the CI Group, a Contract Furniture Dealership with 8 locations across the Southeast; he has been with the company for over 12 years and has led the design department and operations. He was the IIDA Florida Central Chapter President in 2018 and has been a Trustee of the International Interior Design Foundation for two terms. He is part of the Leadership Tampa Bay Board where he serves on the Executive Board, and is a member of the USF Leadership and Innovation Forum of Tampa. Gilbert has been recognized for his leadership and design skills, in 2021 he received the Professional Impact Award from the IIDA Florida Central Chapter, last year Gilbert received the COO of the Year Award from the Tampa Bay Business and Wealth Apogee Awards, and a Titan 100 in 2024. Gilbert brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to every project and collaborates with clients and business partners in developing the best fit product solution appropriate to the way people work and interact. His objective is to always create a harmonious work environment centralized in the health and well-being of people’s lives.

]]> Born Twice | Gilbert Broco, President, CI Group Gilbert Broco, Doug Shapiro 00:36:05 Gilbert Broco, President of CI Group, joins us to explore identity, leadership, and optimism. From his roots in Puerto Rico to his rise in the contract furniture world, Gilbert shares how culture, courage, and community shaped his path—and how loving what you do means creating space for others to belong. This conversation covers inclusive design, servant leadership, imposter syndrome, and why optimism is more than a mindset—it’s a leadership tool. Gilbert Broco, President of CI Group, joins us to explore identity, leadership, and optimism. From his roots in Puerto Rico to his rise in the contract furniture world, Gilbert shares how culture, courage, and community shaped his path—and how loving what you do means creating space for others to belong. This conversation covers inclusive design, servant leadership, imposter syndrome, and why optimism is more than a mindset—it’s a leadership tool. false full 3 54fa4985-770c-4eae-9114-a8a2b4ed7153 From Burnout to Belonging | Rex Miller, Author Wed, 2 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 rex miller, Doug Shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/from-burnout-to-belonging-kuzgnoqh From Burnout to Belonging | Rex Miller, Author rex miller, Doug Shapiro 00:32:44 In this episode, Doug sits down with Rex Miller for some real talk about work, purpose, and finding balance. We talk about what it means to love what you do — and how grace plays a big role in making that possible. Catch the full one hour chat on Rex's podcast - The Resilience Lab. We also get into: • How to stay present when life feels busy • The story behind JSI’s “Love What You Do” message • What real purpose at work looks like • How to avoid burnout and build strong relationships • Why starting simple conversations can lead to big change In this episode, Doug sits down with Rex Miller for some real talk about work, purpose, and finding balance. We talk about what it means to love what you do — and how grace plays a big role in making that possible. Catch the full one hour chat on Rex's podcast - The Resilience Lab. We also get into: • How to stay present when life feels busy • The story behind JSI’s “Love What You Do” message • What real purpose at work looks like • How to avoid burnout and build strong relationships • Why starting simple conversations can lead to big change false full 2 2865af7d-675c-4c2d-bde0-14fb81bf4502 The Color of Optimism | Cheryl Durst, International Interior Design Association Wed, 18 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 cheryl durst, doug shapiro https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/the-color-of-optimism-AS1IPux_ The Color of Optimism | Cheryl Durst, International Interior Design Association cheryl durst, doug shapiro 00:43:07 Doug sits down with Cheryl Durst, CEO of IIDA, for a thoughtful, funny, and deeply human conversation about design, purpose, and the moments that shape us. From the connection between comfort and safety to the power of storytelling, Cheryl shares personal reflections, unexpected questions, and a few unforgettable metaphors — including a library, a peppermint-scented memory, and the unexpected color of optimism. Doug sits down with Cheryl Durst, CEO of IIDA, for a thoughtful, funny, and deeply human conversation about design, purpose, and the moments that shape us. From the connection between comfort and safety to the power of storytelling, Cheryl shares personal reflections, unexpected questions, and a few unforgettable metaphors — including a library, a peppermint-scented memory, and the unexpected color of optimism. false full 1 3484480c-fd7b-4a9c-b508-c3c5dfad288e Welcome to the Show Tue, 3 Jun 2025 20:14:14 +0000 JSI https://lovewhatyoudo.simplecast.com/episodes/0-welcome-to-the-show-NJVdQjAJ Welcome to the Show JSI 00:02:35 Welcome to Love What You Do -- A podcast that celebrates the community of Interior Design and its undeniable connection to optimism. Through stories, insights, and honest conversations, we explore what really changes when you love what you do. In this introduction, host Doug Shapiro shares why this show exists, what drives it, and who it’s for. Welcome to Love What You Do -- A podcast that celebrates the community of Interior Design and its undeniable connection to optimism. Through stories, insights, and honest conversations, we explore what really changes when you love what you do. In this introduction, host Doug Shapiro shares why this show exists, what drives it, and who it’s for. false trailer