The Speak Easy Podcast

New episode! From illegible text to energy-draining colors, poorly designed logos create real business problems, not just aesthetic ones. This was supposed to be a case study—instead it's a necessary rant about logos that frustrate everyone. Listen: buff.ly/iEBnSsV

The Warm White Russian takes the classic and makes it cozy. Coffee, Kahlúa, milk & vodka warmed together and topped with whipped cream. It's a spiked latte that knows it's a cocktail. Indulgent, warming & surprisingly brilliant. Recipe: buff.ly/ygJf6b1

“What if the frustration/anger we feel right now isn’t something to hide or put under a lid, but maybe the beginning of some of our most innovative and honest ideas?” – K Listen to episode 223 here: buff.ly/AArnk6F

“We can sit in our doom and gloom or we can use that anger and energy to build something. Even if it’s something small...” – J In ep.223, we talk about why channeling frustration into action is one of the most productive things we can do right now: buff.ly/AArnk6F

The Warm White Russian transforms the classic into liquid comfort. Freshly brewed coffee, Kahlúa, milk & vodka gently warmed and topped with whipped cream. It's somewhere between a spiked latte and a dessert cocktail — cozy and indulgent. Recipe: buff.ly/ygJf6b1

New episode! Frustration has become background noise — but what if that anger doesn't have to be a drain? We explore how to channel it into creative fuel and why directed anger beats doom scrolling every time. Listen: buff.ly/AArnk6F

The Amaro Old Fashioned adds Cynar to whiskey for earthy complexity the classic doesn't have. It's brooding, layered, and unapologetically sophisticated. Not for everyone — just for people whose tastes have evolved past the basics. Recipe: buff.ly/G6hDqTS

“Remember that past-you only dreamed of being where you are today. Celebrate that (briefly) and then get moving on the next thing. Outgrowing dreams is not failure. It is growth!” – K Listen to episode 222 here: buff.ly/qQ7o61n

“What do you do when you've outgrown your dreams? Get new ones. Imagine what's next. Always believe you can accomplish something new.” – J In Ep. 222, we talk about what comes next when you achieve what you thought you wanted. Listen here: buff.ly/qQ7o61n

The Amaro Old Fashioned: take a classic and evolve it into something more complex. Whiskey meets Cynar for herbal bitterness and earthy depth that transforms everything. It’s proof in cocktail form that evolution doesn't mean abandonment. Recipe: buff.ly/G6hDqTS

New episode! Success is supposed to feel good. But what happens when you achieve your goals & realize they don't excite you anymore? We explore what it means to outgrow your dreams, why that restless feeling isn't a crisis & how to figure out what's next: buff.ly/qQ7o61n

Who says you have to choose between a nightcap and espresso? The Coffee Negroni combines Campari, vermouth, gin & espresso for something that enhances rather than overwhelms. Bold, balanced & surprisingly brilliant. Cheers! Recipe: buff.ly/G3uaVQF

“Review by committee is the surest way to explode a budget, ruin timelines, water down efficacy, and float off-message. Avoid it at all costs!” – J For more on steering projects away from review-committee-driven chaos, tune in to our latest episode: buff.ly/Nu3zeDv

“When everyone is in charge of feedback and no one protects the vision, great projects lose their edge.” – K In our latest case study episode, we break down why collaboration is a powerful creative tool, but a terrible feedback methodology. Listen here: buff.ly/Nu3zeDv

The Coffee Negroni: espresso meets the bitter-sweet-botanical trinity. Campari, vermouth & gin get transformed by roasted coffee notes that enhance rather than compete. The result? Something familiar yet completely new. Recipe: buff.ly/G3uaVQF

New episode! Group decisions are hard. Review by committee? Even worse. In this case study episode, Karen walks through the pitfalls and shares practical solutions for keeping projects on track and creatively strong. Listen: buff.ly/Nu3zeDv

Spritz season doesn't have to end with summer. The Winter Aperol Spritz swaps in cranberry for deeper color and tart complexity that actually makes sense in cold weather. Aperol, bubbles, rosemary — it's the upgrade your winter gatherings deserve. Recipe: buff.ly/YPF5Ukb

“Understand how your role impacts the work the agency does and everyone will be better for it. Including the final product.” – K Listen to episode 220 here: buff.ly/F5etuUD

“At an agency, you are walking a fine line: advocating for your client, advocating for your talented partners, and trying to hold your work to the highest standard.” – J Find Episode 220 here: buff.ly/F5etuUD

The Winter Aperol Spritz: a cold-weather twist on the summer classic. Aperol, Prosecco & cranberry juice create tart, ruby-red depth the original doesn't have. Garnished with orange and rosemary for aromatic pine notes. Festive, yet balanced. Recipe: buff.ly/YPF5Ukb