Shape FM

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James McDonald & Derek Briggs

English Education Technology

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Episodes 11

Avg. Duration 52m

Activity Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (1)

Since Sep 2025

Latest Episode Apr 2026

Outreach Signals

Open to Sponsors

Publishing Details

Schedule

Monthly

Format

Episodic

Consistency

60%

Hosting

feeds.transistor.fm

About This Podcast

We dive into design with a focus on learning taste, honing quality, and mastering the craft of great interfaces.

Podcasting 2.0 Features

episode podping

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Recent Episodes

Episode 11 - Building a Mac app with Claude Code

Apr 08, 2026 41m

In this episode, Derek and James discuss how Claude Code has removed the barrier to building their ideas. James shares how he’s building a native Mac app for his Ring doorbell cameras, while Derek…

Episode 10: Designing & shipping a portfolio website with Claude Code

Mar 03, 2026 59m

In this week’s episode, Derek and James continue their conversation around AI tools for designers. James also takes a deep dive into how he’s using Claude Code to build the new website for his studio.

Episode 9: Claude Code, new design tools and more

Feb 03, 2026 47m

We’re back for our first episode of 2026. It’s only been just over a month since the last episode, but design tooling in the AI era continues to move at breakneck speed. James shares how Claude has…

Episode 8: Figma design review

Dec 17, 2025 55m

James walks through a Figma file of recent client work for AccessGrid. He goes through his (lack of) organization within the file, communicating the work to the client, and process of iteration.

7: Being effective at joining a new team and leveraging AI to build tools for your needs.

Nov 26, 2025 57m

Derek talks about working at Shopify and the day to day processes of joining new teams, and James talks about using AI to build out personal tools for being more efficient designing.Shape FM is…

6: Q&A

Nov 06, 2025 1h 9m

James and Derek answer questions around design process, managing deadlines, working with other teams in your company, and coordinating world class design implementations.Shape FM is sponsored by…

5: Help with hiring and getting hired

Oct 28, 2025 1h 32m

James and Derek talk about both providing hiring experiences as well as help navigating the various processes in getting hired.Shape FM is sponsored by the amazing clerk.com

4: Your online presence

Oct 07, 2025 35m

In this episode we talk about the new Cursor website, some folks we've worked with in the past that are available for a new opportunity, how your social presence impacts your hire-ability, and some…

3: Motion and animation with intent

Sep 29, 2025 40m

We dive into motion design - why rigid “motion systems” fall short, how product vs. marketing animations differ, using real-world physics for natural feel, and practical ways designers can…

2: A Designer’s career multiplier: Communication

Sep 17, 2025 1h 7m

Design careers aren’t just built on pixels and pretty work. They’re built on how you show up, communicate, and handle the messy middle. In this episode, we talk about what real progression looks like…

1: Introducing Shape, our design podcast

Sep 16, 2025 48m

We kick things off by sharing how we got into design, how we first met, and a nostalgic nod to everyone’s favorite relic - the marquee element. From there, it’s straight into design talk: drop…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Shape FM have?

Shape FM has published 11 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Education, Technology.

Is Shape FM still active?

Shape FM is currently active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 52m.

How do I contact Shape FM for sponsorship or guest appearances?