1stDibs Launches 'Objects of Desire' Podcast Exploring Cherished Items

The online marketplace's new design-focused podcast features guests from creative disciplines sharing the personal stories behind their beloved objects.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:10pm by Ben Kaplan

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An extreme close-up photograph of a plush, velvety textile in deep, saturated shades of emerald green and royal blue, captured with dramatic studio lighting to create a luxurious, high-fashion aesthetic.The 'Objects of Desire' podcast explores the personal stories and emotional connections behind cherished design objects.San Francisco Today

1stDibs, the online luxury marketplace, has launched a new bi-weekly podcast called 'Objects of Desire' that explores the stories behind art and design objects that hold deep personal meaning for its guests. Hosted by 1stDibs Editorial Director and San Francisco-based interior designer Noz Nozawa, the debut season features eight episodes with guests from various creative fields, including actress Patricia Clarkson, author Elizabeth Gilbert, and drag artist Detox.

Why it matters

The podcast aims to uncover the emotional and personal connections people have with the objects they cherish, moving beyond just aesthetics and 'taste.' By sharing these revealing stories, 'Objects of Desire' provides a unique window into the lives and inspirations of its high-profile guests.

The details

Each episode of 'Objects of Desire' will feature a single guest discussing an art or design object that holds deep meaning for them. In conjunction with the podcast, 1stDibs' digital magazine Introspective will publish additional content diving deeper into the stories behind the featured objects and their creators. The debut season includes eight episodes with guests from a range of creative disciplines, including actors, authors, critics, designers, and artists.

  • The 'Objects of Desire' podcast launched on March 31, 2026.
  • New episodes will be released every other Tuesday.

The players

1stDibs

An online marketplace for luxury and vintage furniture, art, and design items.

Noz Nozawa

The San Francisco-based interior designer and principal of Noz Design who hosts the 'Objects of Desire' podcast.

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What they’re saying

“Everyone has that one piece that isn't just an object, but a reflection of who they once were or who they aspire to be. The things we gravitate to aren't always determined by 'taste' or aesthetics, and this podcast is where the world's most interesting people share the personally revealing stories behind the objects they love.”

— Noz Nozawa, Host, 'Objects of Desire' Podcast

What’s next

The debut season of 'Objects of Desire' will run for eight episodes, with new installments dropping every other Tuesday on major podcast platforms.

The takeaway

By exploring the personal stories and emotional connections behind cherished objects, the 'Objects of Desire' podcast provides a unique and insightful look into the lives and inspirations of its high-profile guests, moving beyond surface-level aesthetics to uncover the deeper meaning people find in the things they love.