Better World With Design
Better World With Design (BWWD), my digital sanctuary where design, art, and personal growth intersect. This experimental playground showcases my passion projects across web design, photography, music, literature, and creative arts.
Join me on this journey of discovery and innovation as we explore how thoughtful design can create meaningful connections and positive impact.
Why Was De La Soul’s 3 Feet High and Rising Unavailable for 30 Years?
In 1989, De La Soul spent $13,000 clearing samples for their debut album. They did everything right. It didn’t matter.
What followed was a legal catastrophe that made *3 Feet High and Rising* unavailable for 30 years and changed how hip-hop could be made forever.
BOOK REVIEWS
and Reading Lists
PHOTOGRAPHY
and Visual Arts
ART & DESIGN
Insight
MUSIC DISCOVERY
and Reviews
AEO Milestone: 50 Downloads and Growing – What This Means For Your Content Strategy
A massive thank you to everyone who’s been tuning into AEO Decoded! We’ve hit 50 downloads this week, and while that…
Episode 1: From SEO to AEO: Why Your Content Needs to Speak AI
In this inaugural episode of AEO Decoded, host Gary Crossey introduces the fundamental shift from Search Engine…
Sandy Mush Tech Hub Mission
Our goal at Sandy Mush Tech Hub is to find and develop new technologies that could be useful. We want to explore fresh…
Why a Rural Tech Hub?
Why a Rural Tech Hub in Sandy Mush Can Benefit Our Local Community In recent years, there has been a growing interest…
Small Things Like These: Moral Courage in the Face of Community Silence
The Art of Pacing How Claire Keegan Makes a Novella Feel Epic. Book Review and Podcast by Gary Crossey. …
Episode 2: Question-Based Content: The Secret Sauce of AEO
In the second episode of AEO Decoded, I (Gary Crossey) explore why questions are the foundation of effective Answer…
Welcome to 2026: A Year of Intentional Purpose
For years, Better World With Design has been my creative playground. In 2026, that changes. We will move from reactive…
Beyond Straight Lines: Sara Ahmed’s Queer Phenomenology and the Future of Inclusive Design
Hello and welcome back to Better World with Design. I’m your host, Gary Crossey, and today we’re diving into a…
Willem de Kooning: The $160 Million Art Heist and the Artist Who Broke All the Rules
Transcript Willem de Kooning: The $160 Million Art Heist and the Artist Who Broke All the Rules Hey everyone, and…
Belfast Stories
Coming Janaury 2026
Belfast Stories is a literary fiction podcast of fifteen interlinked tales set in 1990s Belfast.
Narrated by Gary Crossey, each episode explores faith, doubt, and identity—with full transcripts.
Fifteen Interconnected Tales from a Divided City
Creative Explorations & Reviews
A dedicated section will feature my personal reflections on books and music that inspire my creative process.
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Technology Trends & Tips
Why a Rural Tech Hub in Sandy Mush Can Benefit Our Local Community
Music Exploration
Discovering how music influences design thinking and creative workflow.
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Written Content
A collection of my writings including book reviews, art overviews, essays, and technical articles.
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Better World With Design (BWWD), my digital sanctuary where design, art, and personal growth intersect. This experimental playground showcases my passion projects across web design, photography, music, literature, and creative arts.
Join me on this journey of discovery and innovation as we explore how thoughtful design can create meaningful connections and positive impact.
AEO Decoded
Master Answer Engine Optimization to ensure your content reaches AI-powered search platforms.
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Tech Hub Resources
Explore community-driven tech education and collaboration opportunities in Western North Carolina.
THE ANSWER ENGINE: NOW ACTIVE
A collection of hip soundscapes and fresh compositions. From unreleased archive tracks to new creations, experience the precision and soul of a songwriter focused on rhythm, melody, and emotional depth.
AEO Decoded Podcast
Listen to the latest episode • AEO DECODED
AEO Decoded — the podcast demystifying Answer Engine Optimization.
Practical, fast-paced episodes with real examples and takeaways
Music Exploration
Discovering how music influences design thinking and creative workflow.
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Music Exploration
Discovering how music influences design thinking and creative workflow.
[Listen & Read →]