Designing with Love
Designing with Love
Hosted by Grand Canyon University (GCU) adjunct instructor and professional instructional designer Jackie Pelegrin, this podcast explores instructional design, e-learning, and how to incorporate AI technology into different aspects of your work. Tune in for expert tips, real-world insights, and inspiring stories from students, alumni, and leaders in the field.
Choose your favorite podcast player
Designing with Love

Designing with Love

Designing with love, purpose, and heart.

This show explores instructional design, e-learning, and how to incorporate AI technology into different aspects of the field.

Tune in for expert tips, real-world insights, and inspiring stories from students, alumni, and leaders in the field.

Play Latest Episode

Recent Episodes

Nov. 30, 2025

Guerrilla Scholarship: Breaking Academic Boundaries with Dr. Sheldon …

What happens when passionate curiosity meets unconventional research methods? Dr. Sheldon Greaves reveals the power of "guerrilla scholarship," which is a creative approach to intellectual work that flourishes outside traditi...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 26, 2025

Click, Swipe, Learn: Crafting Interactive Content That Works

Most training looks polished yet forgettable; this one shows how to make learning unforgettable by design. This episode breaks down five practical strategies that turn passive content into active skill-building: set laser-cle...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 23, 2025

Tech That Works For You, Not Against You with Michael Toguchi

What if technology could actually give you back 20% of your workday instead of creating more busywork? In this illuminating conversation with Michael Toguchi, we explore how strategic technology solutions are transforming hig...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 19, 2025

Accessibility in Action: Inclusive Design for Every Learner

Designing truly inclusive learning experiences requires more than good intentions—it demands practical knowledge of accessibility principles that benefit every learner. Whether you're creating content for higher education, co...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 16, 2025

From Structure to Freedom: Balancing Creative Flow in Design with Pet…

What happens when the structures designed to support creativity start to suffocate it instead? Peter Swimm, project management consultant at Toilville, brings a refreshingly honest perspective to this tension that every desig...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 12, 2025

From Theory to Practice: Bringing Learning Theories to Life in Instru…

Ever felt stuck translating learning theories into actual instructional design practice? You're not alone. Learning theories like Behaviorism and Constructivism often remain abstract concepts rather than practical tools—until now. This episode bridges that crucial gap between theory and application…

Listen to the Episode

Recent Blog Posts

Nov. 30, 2025

Guerrilla Scholarship: Breaking Academic Boundaries with Dr. Sheldon …

In a captivating episode of the Designing with Love podcast, host Jackie Pelegrin welcomed Dr. Sheldon Greaves, an author and educator with a fascinating background. What unfolded was an illuminating conversation about unconventional approaches to l…

Read the Blog Post
Nov. 26, 2025

Click, Swipe, Learn: Crafting Interactive Content That Works

Great learning design starts with intent, not with widgets. Before adding a single hotspot or video, define what learners should be able to do. Clear, measurable objectives anchor every interactive element to a purpose that matters on the job. Use a…

Read the Blog Post
Nov. 23, 2025

Tech That Works For You, Not Against You with Michael Toguchi

In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, technology plays a pivotal role in determining institutional success. The recent episode of the Designing with Love podcast featuring Michael Toguchi, Chief Strategy Officer at Orchestrate, del…

Read the Blog Post

About the Host

Jackie Pelegrin Profile Photo

Jackie Pelegrin

Instructional Designer, Author, College Professor, and Podcast Host

Jackie, an Arizona native, leverages decades of experience as an instructional designer within both higher education and the corporate world. She holds an MBA and a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology, both acquired through online learning. In addition to her full-time role, Jackie serves as an adjunct instructor, teaching online courses at Grand Canyon University. During her leisure time, she delights in reading books across a range of genres, enjoying movies and TV shows, playing games, listening to uplifting music, and spending quality time with her family and friends.