
The Mic
Hosted by Debbie Millman, The Mic is NYCxDESIGN's podcast that offers an inside look into New York City's most creative minds. New York City is home to the world’s most diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and when we share stories, we always find means of connection. Tune in to hear from the most innovative creators and emerging talents as they underscore design as a powerful connector and catalyst to help us build a better future together.

Hospitality by Design
From checking in to a hotel, to entering a new restaurant, to booking a reservation, the hospitality design industry is always finding creative ways to draw people in. On this month’s episode of The Mic, guests Little Wing Lee, Design Director of ACE Hotel Group and founder of Black Folks in Design, and Catherine Piccoli, Curatorial Director at the Museum of Food and Drink explore how design influences the ways people come together, with our host Debbie Millman. Touching on everything from food and cultural connectors to ease in public space, Lee and Piccoli discuss the power of storytelling, the relationship between interiors and cuisine, and what it means to design meaningful experiences in today’s world.
Featured Guests
Each month, The Mic features two guests from New York City's design community to explore how their creative worlds collide.

Little Wing Lee
Design Director
ACE Hotel Group

Catherine Piccoli
Curatorial Director
The Museum of Food and Drink
The Archive
Listen to past episodes of The Mic and explore fascinating stories from members of NYC's creative community.

Hospitality by Design
From checking in to a hotel, to entering a new restaurant, to booking a reservation, the hospitality design industry is always finding creative ways to draw people in. On this month’s episode of The Mic, guests Little Wing Lee, Design Director of ACE Hotel Group and founder of Black Folks in Design, and Catherine Piccoli, Curatorial Director at the Museum of Food and Drink explore how design influences the ways people come together, with our host Debbie Millman. Touching on everything from food and cultural connectors to ease in public space, Lee and Piccoli discuss the power of storytelling, the relationship between interiors and cuisine, and what it means to design meaningful experiences in today’s world.
In This Playlist
21 Episodes
Hospitality by Design
Loading...Revitalizing Community through Design
Loading...Conscious Design with Timeless Style
Loading...Cross-Country Collaborations and Creative Innovations
Loading...Breaking Barriers through Design
Loading...Designing with Equity at the Forefront
Loading...Envisioning the Future with Visual Design
Loading...Crisis, Community, and Design
Loading...Wellness by Design
Loading...Discovery Driving Design
Loading...Best of Season 1
Loading...May 2021: Design for All
Loading...April 2021: Nurturing Nature
Loading...March 2021: Living Well
Loading...February 2021: Beauty is Everywhere
Loading...January 2021: Always Learning
Loading...Design Nerds Anonymous
Loading...December 2020: Building an Impact
Loading...November 2020: Selling Dreams
Loading...October 2020: Illustrating Sound
Loading...Introducing The Mic
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James Dieter
Lighting Designer
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