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Human Factors Cast

Human Factors Cast

Take a deeper look into the human element in our ever changing digital world. Human Factors Cast is a podcast that investigates the sciences of psychology, engineering, biomechanics, industrial design, physiology and anthropometry and how it affects our interaction with technology. Hosted by Nick Roome, Blake Arnsdorff, and Barry Kirby.

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Feb. 6, 2026

E314 - Reluctantly, another episode on AI

Join Nick Roome and Barry Kirby in Episode 314 of Human Factors Cast! In this live-recorded episode, the focus is on artificial intelligence (AI) and its unavoidable presence in human factors and UX. The duo dives deep into s...
Jan. 23, 2026

E313 - Weird, Wacky, Wonderful, CES 2026

In this episode of Human Factors Cast, Nick Roome and Barry Kirby dive into the latest and greatest from CES 2026. You'll hear about the most exciting and disappointing new tech, from AI missteps to innovative modular repaira...
Jan. 9, 2026

E312 - From Personalized UIs to Copilots: UX in 2026

In this episode of Human Factors Cast, hosts Nick Roome and Barry Kirby discuss ten UX design trends projected for 2026. Major topics include the increasing importance of explainable AI, the future of voice interfaces, the ev...
Dec. 15, 2025

E311 - Worklife 2026: Now With 20% More Anxiety

Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/311 In this episode of Human Factors Cast, Nick Roome and Barry Kirby delve into the work-life trends for 2025-2026, as reported by Glassdoor. Why does leadership trust continu...
Dec. 1, 2025

E310 - Congratulations! You are now responsible for whatever AI just did

This week on Human Factors Cast, Nick Roome and Barry Kirby dive into how AI is reshaping human factors and UX roles. First, we discuss seven emerging jobs due to AI, such as AI decision auditor and transparency designer. We ...
Nov. 14, 2025

309 - We're Baaaack!

Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/309 In this episode of Human Factors Cast, Nick Rome and Barry Kirby discuss AI video technology, mixed reality advancements, a return to physical controls in cars, and the int...

About the Hosts

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Katie Sabo

Digital Media Production Research Assistant

Katie Sabo is currently an undergraduate student working on her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at CSULB, graduating in May of 2022. She serves as the CSULB HFES Student Chapter Outreach Coordinator with a focus on projects to increase member benefits, such as cross-club collaborations, organization of information into a central hub, documentation of processes, and monthly newsletter. Katie's current Human Factors interests include human factors in health care and accessibility in design.

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Kristen Brown

Digital Media Production Research Assistant

Kristen Brown is a second year Master of Science, Human Factors candidate at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) and will be graduating May of 2022. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at CSULB in May of 2020. She has served as a member of the CSULB Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Student Chapter for two years and is currently holding the position as Vice President. Her current Human Factors interests include robotics, cognitive factors related to decision making, memory and individual differences, human computer interaction, stress, and workload.

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Rachel Greenberg

Editorial Designer

Rachel Greenberg is a recent graduate from California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) with a Bachelor of Arts in Design. Her passion lies in inclusive user-centered design and she hopes to work on ergonomic product designs in the future. Currently, Rachel provides formatting, image sourcing, and typography advising for the Human Factors Cast Digital Media Lab as an Editorial Designer.

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Nick Roome

Host/Producer

Nick is currently a Senior UX Researcher at Turvo in the Pacific Northwest, focused on developing innovative solutions and optimizing human performance for SaaS based supply chain logistics programs. Alongside colleague and friend, Blake Arnsdorff, Nick hosts and produces Human Factors Cast, a weekly podcast that investigates the sciences of human factors, psychology, engineering, biomechanics, industrial design, physiology and anthropometry and how it affects our interaction with technology. Nick’s other areas of interest include, but are not limited to virtual, augmented, and mixed reality, systems engineering, and artificially intelligent systems.

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Blake Arnsdorff

Co-Host

Blake is currently a UX Researcher at Facebook in San Diego California. Previously, Blake worked at Pacific Science & Engineering where he worked on bringing user-centered methods and design best practices to software systems of the United States Naval Fleet. He’s also taught for Design Lab, where he helps people learn the methods and science behind user experience in order to transition from their current career into the field of user experience. Alongside colleague and friend, Nick Roome, Blake co-hosts Human Factors Cast a weekly podcast, featuring news stories each week that highlight the importance of human factors considerations in design, development, and implementation of emerging technologies. Blake’s other areas of interest include design and development of web applications, virtual reality experiences, and mobile applications.

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Sofia Mottola

Digital Media Lab Research Assistant

Sofia Mottola is currently an undergraduate student at Lehigh University with majors in Cognitive Science and Health, Medicine, & Society. Sofia’s current Human Factors interests include human factors in health care and product design.

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Morgan Kofeldt

Digital Media Lab Research Assistant

Morgan is currently a graduate student pursuing a Master of Human Computer Interaction at Iowa State University, graduating Spring 2023. She holds a BFA in Film & TV from New York University. After years of working in design for film, TV, and events, she began studying HCI with the goal of researching and designing for immersive experiences that sit at the intersection of the physical and digital world. Her interests include emerging technologies in industries such as media, entertainment, education, and healthcare.

Reviews

A must listen for everyone!

"I’ve been listening to the podcast for the past year, and it’s interesting for not only human factors professionals but anyone who is keen on the latest technology that impacts human lives. I went ba…"

zxynn91 | Feb. 22, 2019

Great LX!!! (Listener Experience)

"This podcast covers a great breadth of topics in a fun yet highly informative manner. The hosts, Nick and Blake, are passionate, engaging, and knowledgeable. In every episode, you can feel how much t…"

Dan M in San Diegp | April 10, 2021

Avid listener for years.

"When I first heard about Human Factors I searched for resources for the topic and found the podcast. I have listened ever since and have enjoyed every minute. I really like the selection of stories a…"

Noah | April 12, 2021

Loving this podcast :)

"A very lighthearted and informative podcast from human factors practitioner's point of view on the current technology news and trend. I love the frequent jokes and small banters in every episode! I'v…"

ath | April 17, 2021

I wish I had known about this podcast before I started my HFE graduate program!

"If you are studying human factors and ergonomics in school, or looking to transition to a UX/UI/HFE career, then this is the podcast for you. The podcast is very beginner-friendly, the host are inte…"

MT from the Bay Area | April 19, 2021

A phenomenal podcast

"I am addicted to this podcast! I am studying to be a psychologist and I love learning all about human factors and artificial intelligence! It’s really opened my eyes up to this amazing area of human…"

Kylie Williams | Nov. 14, 2021

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