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Some Assembly Required
Pablo Samoilys
32 episodes
3 months ago
This is Some Assembly Required, a bi-weekly design podcast co-hosted by Pablo Samoilys and George Wyeth, two Product Design students at the University of Sussex. Each episode we delve into a niche within Tech, Product Design and Sustainability, taking apart the impact and future of these innovations. || Follow us on Instagram for more: @assemble.it
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This is Some Assembly Required, a bi-weekly design podcast co-hosted by Pablo Samoilys and George Wyeth, two Product Design students at the University of Sussex. Each episode we delve into a niche within Tech, Product Design and Sustainability, taking apart the impact and future of these innovations. || Follow us on Instagram for more: @assemble.it
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Some Assembly Required
How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 1] – S3 Ep. 2

The 26th Conference of Parties, or COP26 has just concluded, so George and Pablo sat down with their wonderful lecturer and Circular Economy expert Claire Potter to discuss the results of each day. Listen in to hear the wins, the losses, and most importantly the GreenCocks! Part 2 will arrive next week, subscribe so you don't miss it! Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it


Read more about COP26: https://news.sky.com/story/cop26-the-key-agreements-from-glasgows-climate-summit-12457842

Read about India's fossil fuel perspective: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-didnt-replace-coal-phase-out-with-phase-down-at-cop-26-govt-sources/articleshow/87763843.cms

Buy Claire's new book! https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/claire-potter/welcome-to-the-circular-economy/9781913947125/

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2 years ago
49 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Monitoring the Oceans with Coral8 – S3 Ep. 7

It's been a while! Today we break into the shell of Pablo's final year Product Design project, Coral8. Tune in for an exciting breakdown of almost a year's worth of work, an an introduction to Coral8, a device that brings citizen science into the reach of recreational SCUBA Divers and Snorkelers. Check out Pablo's Instagram for photos of Coral8 and more details on the product.


Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it

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2 years ago
41 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Monopolied – S3 Ep. 6

Everything you know about this infamous game is a lie, plus some other cool things.


https://aeon.co/ideas/monopoly-was-invented-to-demonstrate-the-evils-of-capitalism

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3 years ago
39 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Probably Randomly – S3 Ep. 5

What is random? We think we know, but in truth we have no idea. This episode attempts to change that, and likely doesn't succeed, as randomness is a broad concept, and "true random" is rarely ever achieved.


Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it

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3 years ago
25 minutes

Some Assembly Required
A world of YOUR imagination! with Mathilde – S3 Ep. 4

Joined by Cultural Studies student and budding writer Mathilde, George and Pablo delve into World Building, exploring the quirks of hard vs. soft reality development, and discussing their favorite notables within each.


Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it

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3 years ago
43 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Video Game Design – S3 Ep. 3

join George and Pablo in an exploration of one of their shared favorite activities, video games! We discuss factors and stages of game development, their history, and how they differ between the USA and Japan. We also highlight a few favorites that stand out as true marks of innovation in this industry of design!

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3 years ago
42 minutes

Some Assembly Required
How'd We COP? with Claire Potter [Part 2] – S3 Ep. 2

Part 2! If you've not listened to part 1, do that first and then come back to this.


The 26th Conference of Parties, or COP26 has just concluded, so George and Pablo sat down with their wonderful lecturer and Circular Economy expert Claire Potter to discuss the results of each day. Listen in to hear the wins, the losses, and most importantly the GreenCocks! Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it


Read more about COP26: https://news.sky.com/story/cop26-the-key-agreements-from-glasgows-climate-summit-12457842

Read about India's fossil fuel perspective: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-didnt-replace-coal-phase-out-with-phase-down-at-cop-26-govt-sources/articleshow/87763843.cms

Buy Claire's new book! https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/claire-potter/welcome-to-the-circular-economy/9781913947125/

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3 years ago
26 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Do I know you? – S3 Ep. 1
Welcome back to Some Assembly Required! We're back for Season 3! Join Pablo and George in a deep dive of everything Facial Recognition and Surveillance, between terrifying overreach and exciting new technology! || Follow us on Instagram: @assemble.it
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4 years ago
34 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Disassembled – S2 Ep. 13
The conclusion to Some Assembly Required, Season 2! Join George and Pablo for a season recap, plus some fun anecdotes and bonus clips that we've edited out of the past 12 episodes. We'll see you in the Autumn with SEASON 3! Keep in touch on Instagram: @assemble.it
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4 years ago
37 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Remaking the World with Emeline Brule – S2 Ep. 12
In this episode we welcome our wonderful lecturer and accessibility expert, Emeline Brule! Join us as we discuss accessibility and where it lies within society and design. We cover the importance of learning about accessibility and involving people of all needs in the design process. Check out Emeline's research: https://emelinebrule.net/
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4 years ago
43 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Failures in Design – S2 Ep. 11
From Google to Nike, it's safe to say that every company has had their fare share of design failures. Join George and Pablo today as they discuss some of these flops and how they've affected the industry as a whole - Plus, a bunch of fun anecdotes about our own terrible ideas.
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4 years ago
33 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Golden Scars [Kintsugi] – S2 Ep. 10

This time George and Pablo are discussing the Japanese repair art of Kintsugi - literally ‘Golden Repair’. Where did this technique of creating golden sealed cracks come from? How is it being used today? Listen now to find out!

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4 years ago
24 minutes

Some Assembly Required
In The Loop with Claire Potter – Ep. 9
In this episode we welcome professional designer, circular economy expert and our own lecturer, Claire Potter as we delve into the world of circularity! How does the products and services we use impact the climate and environment around us? Where does the responsibility lie? How can we make our lives more circular? Listen for answers to all these questions and more about how you yourself can live a more sustainable lifestyle! Follow Claire on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clairepotterdesign/ Check out Claire’s new book in September and visit the accompanying website: https://onecircular.world/
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4 years ago
43 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Just for Fungible [NFT] with Kai Morton – S2 Ep. 8
Join us for a deep dive into the world of NFTs! Non Fungible Tokens are a new form of digital art that are taking the world by storm, but are they here to stay? We interview Kai Morton, a digital cryptoartist about how NFTs have revolutionized the small art space, as well as their numerous ethical and environmental concerns and some potential solutions. Follow Kai on Twitter and ClubHouse: https://twitter.com/AKaiMorton
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4 years ago
37 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Red Rover – S2 Ep. 7
Recently we joined the world in witnessing the next NASA rover landing on the surface of Mars. Perseverance is set with the exciting task of searching for signs of ancient life! Join Pablo and George as they discuss the mission itself and the possibilities being posed by Percy and his companion Ingenuity!
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4 years ago
28 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Gentle Nudge [Design] – S2 Ep. 6
Welcome back to Season 2! Returning from our break, we discuss Nudge - Design that subconsciously pushes people towards certain actions or choices. Tune in for Norman Doors and more! And of course follow us on Instagram for this show's extras: https://instagram.com/assemble.it
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4 years ago
32 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Sustainable Strikeback! – S2 Ep. 5
Join George and Pablo as they discuss three recent sustainable stories. From the approval of lab grown chicken in Singapore, the innovation in bio-materials and turning to hydrogen to power the German rail networks! Listen in to discover some glimmers of hope for a sustainable future!
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4 years ago
31 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Destination Imagination with Tomas Heasman – S2 Ep. 4

This week Pablo and George are joined by the show's first ever guest, Tomas Heasman! He’s joining them to talk about all things Theme Parks. From the rise of Disney, to the way they design the experiences of the customers, managing to even make queuing part of a fun day. It’s one complete escapism package, so buckle up as we ride through the design and history of these wonderlands! Follow Tomas: https://instagram.com/tomasheasman/ | Listen to Pick’n’Mix: www.mixcloud.com/PicknMixURF/

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4 years ago
42 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Superfast Technology – S2 Ep. 3
Welcome back! Is technology progressing too quickly for us all, or not fast enough? Should we be making sure people don't get left behind, or push as far ahead as we can? We discuss these questions and how the world is zooming beyond our imaginations in this episode.
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4 years ago
41 minutes

Some Assembly Required
Familiar Past [Skeuomorphism] – S2 Ep. 2
Welcome back to Season 2! Today, George and Pablo delve into Skeuomorphic design - Concepts derived from previous design generations. Confused? So were we! Listen in while we discuss skeuomorphism's history, it's effect on design today, and the future! We'll be posting some extra bits on Instagram this week, so keep an eye out at @assemble.it
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5 years ago
28 minutes

Some Assembly Required
This is Some Assembly Required, a bi-weekly design podcast co-hosted by Pablo Samoilys and George Wyeth, two Product Design students at the University of Sussex. Each episode we delve into a niche within Tech, Product Design and Sustainability, taking apart the impact and future of these innovations. || Follow us on Instagram for more: @assemble.it