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Sketchnote Army Podcast

Sketchnote Army Podcast

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Mike Rohde interviews sketchnoters about tools, techniques, and their approach to the practice and craft of sketchnoting.All rights reserved Art Développement personnel Réussite personnelle
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  • Zsofi Lang: How a Passion Project Became a Book Deal — S1/E9

    Zsofi Lang: How a Passion Project Became a Book Deal — S1/E9
    Jun 30 2026
    In this episode, I welcome back Zsofi Lang, a Brussels-based illustrator and graphic recorder who shares how a personal passion project, drawing science comics for her daughter during COVID, unexpectedly led to a six-part children's book deal with UK publisher Flying Eye Books. We dig into what made her sketchnote-influenced style attractive to a publisher, why self-disqualification holds so many visual thinkers back, and how following your curiosity can open doors you didn't know existed. Running Order Introduction to Zsofi Lang and her return to the podcastWhat Zsofi does: live illustration, graphic recording, and a new shift into children's booksThe origin of her science comics series on Instagram during COVIDDiscovering publisher Flying Eye Books through Adam Ming's SubstackHow reaching out to a publisher led to a six-part book dealThe reframing: from "How to Explain Science to a Five Year Old" to "How to Explain Anything to Grown-ups"Writing and illustrating for seven to ten year oldsWhy a sketchnote style was exactly what the publisher wantedThe danger of self-disqualification and discounting your own workPassion as the key ingredient: doing 20 comics before ever pitchingKevin Kelly's quote on becoming the most improbable person you can beAI, authenticity, and leaning into your unique perspectivePrivilege, accessibility, and finding ways to express creative passionsThe practical process: working with subject consultants, visualizing facts, and adding personalityExperimenting with personal projects and reviving buried workThe Milwaukee party at South by Southwest: a story about doing things without permissionCollaborative murals: team building through paint-by-numbers style projectsWhere to find Zsofi Resources & Links Zsofi Lang on SubstackHow to Explain BookZL Drawings (graphic recording and illustration)Flying Eye BooksAdam Ming on Substack [Need Correct URL]Kevin Kelly Sponsored by The Reflective Travel Workshop Video Have you ever wanted to create travel sketchnotes from an experience you've had, just using the photos and memories you've got? In the Reflective Travel Workshop Video Replay, I'll guide you through my process for creating travel sketchnotes and then help you reflect on your own photos and memories so that you can make travel sketchnotes of your own trips, too! This 2-hour recorded video includes a set of downloadable, printable sketching templates and a process to kickstart your own travel sketchnoting practice. All this for just $20. Get the Reflective Travel Workshop Video Subscribe to the Sketchnote PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production, and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde's bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!Sketchnote Lab is Mike Rohde’s space designed to bridge the gap between sketchnote theory and practice. You don’t need to be an artist to think visually. Join Mike and learn to use sketchnotes to clarify your thinking, solve problems, and move forward. Learn more about Sketchnote Lab.Mike is the author of The Sketchnote Handbook and The Sketchnote Workbook, bestselling books that teach regular people how to start sketchnoting and build a regular sketchnoting practice.He founded the Sketchnote Army and hosts the Sketchnote Podcast, where he interviews visual thinkers to understand what makes them tick.Mike teaches recorded, live, and in-person workshops to accelerate your sketchnoting practice and provides personalized coaching for your specific visual-thinking challenges.He is the illustrator of bestselling books like REWORK, REMOTE, The $100 Startup, Honest SEO, The Culture Playbook, and The Future Begins with Z.Become a Supporting or Founding Lab Partner to support Mike’s work.Some links in Sketchnote Lab posts are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools and resources I use and believe in.©2026 Mike Rohde, Sketchnote Lab
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    43 min
  • Georgina Dean embraces visual thinking and balance in education and life — S1/E8

    Georgina Dean embraces visual thinking and balance in education and life — S1/E8
    Jun 25 2026
    This episode with Georgina Dean explores how visual thinking, digital balance, and project-based learning can transform education and personal growth. Georgina’s insights highlight the importance of tactile exploration, the balance between analog and digital, and the power of visual tools to enhance memory and engagement, especially in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Running Order Welcome and Georgina’s background in education and sketchnotingHow COVID-19 triggered Georgina’s journey into visual thinkingThe science of memory, metacognition, and multimodal learning strategiesPedagogy explained: How we learn and teach across agesThe impact of drawing and annotation on information retention and recallBalancing digital tools with analog experiences for children’s developmentThe return to tactile activities and the influence on human connectionThe importance of balance between technology and humanity in a digital ageThe cultural shift from analog to digital and back to equilibriumHow companies and parents can support responsible tech use and understandingThe era of creativity and innovation — exploring new learning playgroundsThe role of visual thinking in teacher training and classroom engagementReal-world applications: sketchnoting in classrooms during lockdown and beyondThe importance of in-person teacher workshops and community buildingCreative projects with students: from anime to storytelling and visual summariesProject-based learning as a tool for real-world skills and critical thinkingScaffolding and differentiation through project work and digital toolsLearning from struggle: the importance of perseverance and explorationUsing AI tools for feedback, brainstorming, and visualizing ideasIntegrating reading, writing, drawing, and tech in a cohesive practiceThe power of community events like Sketchnote Camp to inspire and connectFinal thoughts: transforming education with visual thinking and purpose-driven technology Resources & Links Wonder with Georgina — SubstackGeorgina’s WebsiteGeorgina on InstagramGeorgina on LinkedInAdobe Fresco Sponsored by The Reflective Travel Workshop Video Have you ever wanted to create travel sketchnotes from a trip, using only photos and memories you already have? In this 2-hour recorded video replay, I walk you through my process for creating travel sketchnotes, then guide you through your own photos and memories so you can do the same for your trips. You'll also get a set of downloadable, printable sketching templates to help you get started. The full video replay and templates are just $20. https://rohdesign.com/travel Subscribe to the Sketchnote PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production, and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde's bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!Sketchnote Lab is Mike Rohde’s space designed to bridge the gap between sketchnote theory and practice. You don’t need to be an artist to think visually. Join Mike and learn to use sketchnotes to clarify your thinking, solve problems, and move forward. Learn more about Sketchnote Lab.Mike is the author of The Sketchnote Handbook and The Sketchnote Workbook, bestselling books that teach regular people how to start sketchnoting and build a regular sketchnoting practice.He founded the Sketchnote Army and hosts the Sketchnote Podcast, where he interviews visual thinkers to understand what makes them tick.Mike teaches recorded, live, and in-person workshops to accelerate your sketchnoting practice and provides personalized coaching for your specific visual-thinking challenges.He is the illustrator of bestselling books like REWORK, REMOTE, The $100 Startup, Honest SEO, The Culture Playbook, and The Future Begins with Z.Become a Supporting or Founding Lab Partner to support Mike’s work.Some links in Sketchnote Lab posts are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools and resources I use and believe in.©2026 Mike Rohde, Sketchnote Lab
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    1 h et 14 min
  • Atom Brum: Embracing Heart and Humanity in Creative AI Work — S1/E7

    Atom Brum: Embracing Heart and Humanity in Creative AI Work — S1/E7
    Jun 16 2026
    In this episode, I talk with Atom Brum of Studio Heartfelt to talk about how he's built a deeply personal creative practice that blends hand-drawn illustration, needle felting, and AI tools, without losing the heart and intention that make his work uniquely his. We dig into his origin story, his workflow, why story always comes first, and what it means to stay a creative person through a period of real upheaval. Running Order Introduction to Atom Brum and his unique artistic approachHow AI amplifies Atom's visual storytelling and character designThe multifaceted nature of AI: helpful tool vs. distracting fadThe importance of capturing emotion over technical perfectionStories that defy Hollywood conventions, rooted in authenticityAtom's visual and narrative style — simple moments, deep messagesFinding inspiration through everyday observation and mindfulnessThe origin of the "green nose" signature and playful brandingAtom's creative background and how it influences his processThe importance of organic, unfiltered creation and embracing imperfectionsPractical tools: drawing on paper, digital platforms, and AI workflowsUsing AI platforms like Nano Banana for character stylization and scene buildingThe challenges and opportunities of AI in creating complex scenes with many charactersThe limitations of current tools and the importance of human oversightMoving from digital characters to physical needle felt creationsThe impact and ethics of AI — control, control, control, and environmental considerationsTips for creatives: letting go of filters, preparing materials, and trusting the processThe significance of humor, playfulness, and authenticity in artistic expressionAtom's playful "green nose" as a symbol of fun and spontaneityBuilding resilience and a positive mindset amid rapid technological changeFinal thoughts and encouragement for fellow creatives Resources & Links Studio HeartfeltAtom on SubstackProcreateConcepts AppFlora AI Platform Sponsored by The Reflective Travel Workshop Video Have you ever wanted to create travel sketchnotes from a trip, using only photos and memories you already have? In this 2-hour recorded video replay, I walk you through my process for creating travel sketchnotes, then guide you through your own photos and memories so you can do the same for your trips. You'll also get a set of downloadable, printable sketching templates to help you get started. The full video replay and templates are just $20. https://rohdesign.com/travel Subscribe to the Sketchnote PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production, and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde's bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!Sketchnote Lab is Mike Rohde’s space designed to bridge the gap between sketchnote theory and practice. You don’t need to be an artist to think visually. Join Mike and learn to use sketchnotes to clarify your thinking, solve problems, and move forward. Learn more about Sketchnote Lab.Mike is the author of The Sketchnote Handbook and The Sketchnote Workbook, bestselling books that teach regular people how to start sketchnoting and build a regular sketchnoting practice.He founded the Sketchnote Army and hosts the Sketchnote Podcast, where he interviews visual thinkers to understand what makes them tick.Mike teaches recorded, live, and in-person workshops to accelerate your sketchnoting practice and provides personalized coaching for your specific visual-thinking challenges.He is the illustrator of bestselling books like REWORK, REMOTE, The $100 Startup, Honest SEO, The Culture Playbook, and The Future Begins with Z.Become a Supporting or Founding Lab Partner to support Mike’s work.Some links in Sketchnote Lab posts are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools and resources I use and believe in.©2026 Mike Rohde, Sketchnote Lab
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    1 h et 1 min
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