Episodes

Making Your Business Less Miserable
March 2, 2026

Making Your Business Less Miserable

AI tools are moving fast, client work gets messy, and some days, business feels heavier than it should. In this episode, we talk honestly about what makes entrepreneurship feel miserable, how AI is adding new anxiety (hello, ...

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Standing Out in an AI World with Jacq Fisch
Feb. 20, 2026

Standing Out in an AI World with Jacq Fisch

We start this episode by reviewing what’s new with Squarespace, including the retirement of the Amazon block and our thoughts on search functionality. We also discuss Squarespace’s recent Super Bowl ad. Then we’re joined by a...

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It's 2026. Now what?
Feb. 9, 2026

It's 2026. Now what?

In this episode we chat about what 2026 looks like for web designers and developers. We'll share what we're leaning into this year and what we're leaving behind. Mentioned in the episode: Kit conference Sponsor Games Christy'...

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BONUS EPISODE: State of the Web Design Industry Report with Squarespace Circle
Jan. 21, 2026

BONUS EPISODE: State of the Web Design Industry Report with Squarespa…

Want to know how web designers feel about AI? In this bonus episode, Christy and Will dive into the new 2026 State of the Web Design Industry Report with Sam Zelitch and Sarah Greisdorf from the Squarespace Circle team. Read ...

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BONUS EPISODE: Circle Day Recap for Squarespace Pros
Oct. 23, 2025

BONUS EPISODE: Circle Day Recap for Squarespace Pros

We break down the biggest updates from Squarespace Circle Day, why this year felt different, and what matters for your client work. We cover Finish Layer in ProTools (animations, layers, grouping with Stacks, hide on mobile, ...

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How AI is Impacting our Businesses as Web Designers & Developers
Aug. 4, 2025

How AI is Impacting our Businesses as Web Designers & Developers

AI is transforming everything, from how we work to how we build businesses. But what does that actually mean for entrepreneurs and creatives like us? Are we on the brink of losing our jobs… or stepping into a new era of possi...

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Building a Squarespace Agency with Kelsey Gilbert-Kreiling
July 21, 2025

Building a Squarespace Agency with Kelsey Gilbert-Kreiling

In this episode, Will and Christy touch base about wrangling code updates, keeping up with Squarespace’s ongoing changes, and the debate between live and pre-recorded marketing. Then they bring in Kelsey Gilbert Kryling, foun...

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What Dogs Can Teach Us About Squarespace Web Design with Kristine Neil
July 9, 2025

What Dogs Can Teach Us About Squarespace Web Design with Kristine Neil

In this episode, Will and Christy talk about everything from big Squarespace updates (especially around e-commerce), to taking real sick days (or not), and why it’s actually okay if your website isn’t the prettiest thing on t...

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Creative Inspiration and Storytelling with TOP Squarespace Designer Hoyd Breton
June 24, 2025

Creative Inspiration and Storytelling with TOP Squarespace Designer H…

In this episode Christy and Will debrief the Kit conference and weigh the pros and cons of doing live and pre-recorded content. Then they bring on Hoyd Breton, principal product designer at Squarespace. They discuss the power...

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Time Saving Tips, Intentional Business Practices, and Community Through Summits with Liz Ellery
June 12, 2025

Time Saving Tips, Intentional Business Practices, and Community Throu…

In this episode, Will and Christy review the tips from their last Circle Day talk, “ 7 Ways to Save Time as a Web Designer ” and discuss which are still relevant. Then they talk with Liz Ellery about helping clients find thei...

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Squarespace Feature Requests, AI Tools, and Business as a New Mom with Dreyah Bohlen-Harrington
May 27, 2025

Squarespace Feature Requests, AI Tools, and Business as a New Mom wit…

Will and Christy kick off this week’s episode talking about the fun industry events they recently attended. They share their top three feature requests for Squarespace as well as a couple Squarespace updates. Then they talk w...

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Make ADHD Your Superpower, Our Favorite Chrome Extensions, and Charging Your Worth, with special guest Jen Maher
May 12, 2025

Make ADHD Your Superpower, Our Favorite Chrome Extensions, and Chargi…

In this episode Christy and Will talk about their favorite chrome extensions and share the latest Squarespace update. They are joined by Jen Maher who discusses her ADHD diagnosis and how it impacts the way she runs her busin...

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CSS, Content Marketing, and Growing a Web Design Business with Chris Schwartz-Edmisten
April 30, 2025

CSS, Content Marketing, and Growing a Web Design Business with Chris …

In this episode of Somewhat Useful, Will and Christy talk about how they are using AI in their workflows and share a couple platform updates from Squarespace. Then they chat with CSS expert Chris Schwartz-Edmisten about his j...

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Newsletter Longevity, Community Building, and Independent Journalism with Lex Roman
April 2, 2025

Newsletter Longevity, Community Building, and Independent Journalism …

In this episode, Will and Christy chat about the pros and cons of social media for their business and discuss how they manage their social media usage. They are then joined by Lex Roman, who talks about their journey from TV ...

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State of Web Design Report, Setting Deadlines, and Doing YouTube Right with LaShonda Brown
March 19, 2025

State of Web Design Report, Setting Deadlines, and Doing YouTube Righ…

In this episode, Christy and Will debrief Squarespace’s State of the Web Design Industry report, and share their thoughts on setting deadlines and shipping products. Then they talk with LaShonda Brown of Bootstrap Biz Advice ...

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Email Marketing Tips, Squarespace's Evolution & New Circle Tiers with Jeremy Schwartz
March 4, 2025

Email Marketing Tips, Squarespace's Evolution & New Circle Tiers with…

In this episode, Christy and Will chat about email marketing and how it fits into their business. Then they talk with Jeremy Schwartz, General Manager of Channel Partnerships at Squarespace. You’ll hear about the evolution of...

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From Client Work to Selling Templates and Courses with Kate Scott
Feb. 19, 2025

From Client Work to Selling Templates and Courses with Kate Scott

In this episode, Christy and Will talk about whether or not you need a website copyright and share their Somewhat Useful tips for your business. Then they talk with Kate Scott about her journey from WordPress book blogger to ...

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Growing a Software Business - Inside Weglot with CMO Eugène Ernoult
Feb. 4, 2025

Growing a Software Business - Inside Weglot with CMO Eugène Ernoult

In this episode, Will and Christy discuss getting past perfectionism and give their Somewhat Useful tips. Then they talk with Weglot CMO Eugène Ernoult about the company’s innovative translation solution. You’ll hear about Eu...

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Algorithms, AI, and Adaptation with Becca Harpain
Jan. 22, 2025

Algorithms, AI, and Adaptation with Becca Harpain

In this episode, Will and Christy talk about the intersection of Google and AI. They share the big projects they’re currently working on and give some tips for your business. Then they talk with Becca Harpain of Inside the Sq...

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[with Omari Harebin] From Corporate Dropout to Digital Alchemist
Jan. 7, 2025

[with Omari Harebin] From Corporate Dropout to Digital Alchemist

In this episode, Christy and Will share their words for the New Year and tips for your business. Then they talk with Omari Harebin about his journey from a struggling freelancer to a successful entrepreneur and coach. Omari s...

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Behind the Scenes of Squarespace Circle with Sarah Greisdorf and Sam Zelitch
Sept. 11, 2024

Behind the Scenes of Squarespace Circle with Sarah Greisdorf and Sam …

In this episode of "Somewhat Useful," we get to speak with special guests Sarah Greisdorf, team lead for Squarespace Circle, and Sam Zelitch, Squarespace senior community events manager. Our conversation centers around Circle...

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The Story Behind Ghost Plugins and What’s Next with Cody Juhnke
Aug. 22, 2024

The Story Behind Ghost Plugins and What’s Next with Cody Juhnke

In this episode of "Somewhat Useful," we dive into the world of Squarespace plugins and digital entrepreneurship with Cody Juhnke, the founder of Ghost Plugins . Cody shares his journey from freelance web designer to creator ...

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A Peek Behind the Curtain of a Web Designer's Process with Tony Howell
Aug. 6, 2024

A Peek Behind the Curtain of a Web Designer's Process with Tony Howell

In this episode of Somewhat Useful, we get to pick the brain of Tony Howell, a personal brand strategist and web designer for award-winning artists. Join us as we discuss: Tony's journey from Broadway actor to web designer Th...

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Will AI Kill Web Design and Creating Brand Partnerships with Phil Pallen
July 26, 2024

Will AI Kill Web Design and Creating Brand Partnerships with Phil Pal…

Ready to dive into the world of AI, personal branding, and digital nomad life? In this episode, we're joined by the wonderful Phil Pallen, a brand strategist, speaker, Adobe ambassador, author, and just all around great guy. ...

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