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Here we go, episode two of the Design Details Podcast! This week we caught up with Nick Slater, an insanely talented designer and illustrator doing wonderful work at Palantir. We had a lot of fun recording this show and we really think you'll enjoy it!Full Disclosure: this episode is a bit longer and does have some strong language.As always, if you have feedback or suggestions please don't hesitate to reach us on Twitter at @designdetailsfm or email us directly!Sponsors:Weebly and their Dribbble teamHover (use coupon code "bragdriven" to save 10% on your first purchase)Nick Slater on the Web:DribbbleTwitterShow Notes:0:05:45 - We dig back into Nick's origins - corgi conversations ensue.Thorgi the Corgi on Instagram0:07:00 - We start digging into Nick's journey to joining Palantir.PalantirPalantir on Dribbble0:28:00 - What's it like working with a quickly-growing team of designers?Collin Roe-RaymondDaniel MendezViet HuynhSophia UmanskyMika KunisakiNixie MelendresJohn Joh0:37:00 - Why is there such a huge focus on investing in illustrators at tech companies?Ryan PutnamAlice LeeJustin PervorseScreenshot of Dropbox's downgrade fishbowlDropbox Guide1:00:00 - Exploring the many Lord of the Rings inside jokes at Palantir.Through the WormholeChrono Trigger's Unique DesignBattletoads (The bad level is Wind Tunnel)1:10:30 - Adventure TimeRogie's BMO printJake "Jake the Dog" Marsh1:12:00 - Dribbble and Nick's lack of online presence.Dan CederholmInterview with Trevor GerzenJared EronduThe IndustryBob's Donuts' Giant DonutSam SoffesTeespringJeff BroderickBrian BenitezCollective Ray1:20:50 - Nick's motivation for working hard to succeed.Brag-Driven Motivation1:26:00 - Nick's current projectsThe Unicorn SkullThe Monster ProjectNick's SubmissionsThe Corgiboros (Not by Nick)
