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Welcome to Digital Dopamine: The happiest podcast, keeping creatives sane.
Join a really cool creative as she asks other really cool creatives very important questions- learning how they think, why they chose their career, and what makes them want to keep going.
Around here, we love what we do. Wether it be design, digital media, strategy, web development... you name it, really! Follow along through deep dive interviews with all sorts of digital visionaries, and expect some giggle breaks.
Get motivated, get inspired, and maybe get the push you need to DO THE DAMN THING, accompanied by your joyful host Riley Schmitz.
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Making Sh*t Up As We Go ft. Briana Truong
Season 1 · Episode 1
vendredi 3 janvier 2025 • Duration 59:14
This week, we are joined by talented UX designer Briana Truong, as she walks us through her process of finding inspiration, staying motivated, and managing her time with group projects.
It's All About Pretending ft. Tina Le
Season 1 · Episode 2
vendredi 17 janvier 2025 • Duration 55:17
On this week's episode we chat with my good friend, Tina Le. Covering topics like impostor syndrome, pretending until things feel natural, using AI to validate your opinions, and of course, STICKERS!
These are the Asian creators that Tina mentioned, on Instagram:
- @chloe.shih
- @theresa.notes
- @edgykatrina
Tina's Sticker Shop on Instagram: @stickersbytina
Tina's personal Instagram: @tiina.le
Tina's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-le-6173ba1a5/
Digital Dopamine on Instagram and Youtube: @digitaldopamine.podcast
My personal Instagram: @rileymelinaschmitz
My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riley-schmitz-designs3113/
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/fourth-dogma/asi-es
License code: 0L3SW8RZMKXFTECV
A Love/Hate Relationship with Research ft. Aaron Nicor
Season 1 · Episode 3
vendredi 31 janvier 2025 • Duration 52:40
This week, we chat with my buddy Aaron about his journey to becoming a UX designer, starting a youtube channel, and staying productive with ADHD.
In case you missed it...
Check out Aaron's channel @AaronNicor
And Aaron's Instagram @aaron.nicor
And finally, Aaron's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-nicor/
Other Instragrams to visit: @digitaldopamine.podcast, @rileymelinaschmitz
Thank you everyone for your continued support in this adventure! See you soon!
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/adi-goldstein/i-dont-need-your-love License code: FYTQP1MXBJJFCQXC
Touch Grass Bro! (And Other Tips on Managing Creative Burnout) ft. Ronald Atutubo
Season 1 · Episode 4
jeudi 6 mars 2025 • Duration 43:38
This Episode, we talk to junior UX designer and industry Graphic Designer Ronald Atutubo. A lot of great insights here on managing creative burnout, what creativity really looks like, and minimalist design best practices.
In case you missed it... Check out Ron's Podcast @ugoodhomiepodcast5196
And Ron's Instagram @ronaldatutubo
Also, Ron's Portfolio www.ronaldatutubo.com
And finally, Ronald's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronaldatutubo/
Other Instragrams to visit: @digitaldopamine.podcast, @rileymelinaschmitz, @ugh.podcast
I took some time of from Digital Dopamine land to get myself set up for success on Instagram! Thank you for your patience, and see you soon, as we are switching to two part episodes on a weekly uploading basis!
Touch Grass Bro! ft. Ronald Atutubo | Part 2
Season 1 · Episode 5
lundi 17 mars 2025 • Duration 38:32
This Episode, we talk to junior UX designer and industry Graphic Designer Ronald Atutubo. A lot of great insights here on managing creative burnout, what creativity really looks like, and minimalist design best practices.
- In case you missed it...
- Check out Ron's Podcast @ugoodhomiepodcast5196
- And Ron's Instagram @ronaldatutubo
- Also, Ron's Portfolio www.ronaldatutubo.com
- And finally, Ronald's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronaldatutubo/
- Other Instragrams to visit: @digitaldopamine.podcast, @rileymelinaschmitz, @ugh.podcast
I took some time of from Digital Dopamine land to get myself set up for success on Instagram! Thank you for your patience, and see you soon, as we are switching to two part episodes on a weekly uploading basis!
The Man of Many Jobs: Living Sustainably with a Packed Schedule ft. Chris Nicdao
Season 1 · Episode 6
vendredi 4 juillet 2025 • Duration 01:05:51
On this episode of Digital Dopamine, we sit down with UX designer, dancer, and creative powerhouse Chris Nicdao, for a wide-ranging convo that’s equal parts vulnerable and insightful. From psychology, to the marketing world, to user experience design, Chris shares the winding path that led him to creative clarity—including burnout red flags, startup chaos, and the art of asking better questions.
Follow us on Instagram!
Chris: https://www.instagram.com/nvcdao/
Tuft Grove: https://www.instagram.com/tuftgrove/
Riley: https://www.instagram.com/rileymelinaschmitz/
Digital Dopamine: https://www.instagram.com/digitaldopamine.podcast/
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:32 - Meet Chris!
00:01:07 - Chris's Career Journey
00:03:35 - Transition to User Experience
00:05:51 - Overcoming Creative Blocks
00:11:18 - Productivity and Time Management
00:18:24 - Recognizing and Overcoming Burnout
00:27:04 - Design Trends: Likes and Dislikes
00:27:55 - Most Challenging Project Experience
00:33:08 - Learning from Mistakes
00:45:12 - Future of User Experience Design
00:50:55 - Tuft Grove: Hand Made Rugs
00:54:49 - Chris' Dance Accomplishments
00:59:27 - Goals for 2025
01:05:25 - Rapid Fire Questions
01:06:36 - Closing Remarks and Social Media Handles
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