Better: The Brand Designer Podcast

Jen Davis hosts Better specifically for brand designers running their own studios or working toward that goal. She started the show after years of freelancing and realized nobody was talking honestly about the business side of brand work at a level that felt useful to small shop owners. Episodes tackle topics most hosts tiptoe around: what to charge for a logo versus a full identity system, how to write a contract that actually protects you, what to do when a client ghosts during revisions, whether retainers make sense for brand studios. Jen alternates between solo episodes where she shares her own numbers and systems, and guest interviews with other brand designers who are willing to be specific about their workflows and finances. The conversations feel like you're overhearing two studio owners at a coffee shop rather than listening to a polished keynote. She also covers messier topics like pricing imposter syndrome, the anxiety of raising rates, and figuring out when to hire a contractor. The show has a clear point of view: brand design is a business, and treating it like a hobby will burn you out. Episodes run around 30 to 45 minutes and new ones drop roughly every other week. Good for designers who feel ready to stop undercharging.