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Human Factors Cast Episodes

Nov. 15, 2024

E305 - Humanoid Robots and the Evolution of Space Fashion

Episode Link: http://www.humanfactorscast.media In this episode of Human Factors Cast, Nick and Barry dive into the latest advancements in humanoid robots, including a collaboration between Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research...

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Oct. 25, 2024

Let's make a Human Factors Cast GPT

Join Nick Rome and Frank Lacson as they dive into creating a custom GPT tailored for human factors, UX, and HCI professionals, incorporating key standards and guidelines. Highlights include a look at ergonomic design in conte...

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Oct. 18, 2024

E304 - Click to Cancel, Big Trucks, Hotel Accessibility and Starships…

Welcome to Episode 304 of Human Factors Cast, this episode dives into the FTC's click to cancel rule simplifying subscription cancellations; new pedestrian safety guidelines for large vehicles; Hilton's partnership with Be My...

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Oct. 16, 2024

Starting from Scratch: Integrating Agile Mode into HF/UX Research Ope…

Join us in our latest episode of Safe and Effective, where we dive headfirst into the wild and wonderful world of integrating agile development methodologies into HF (Human Factors) and UX (User Experience) research operation...

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Oct. 11, 2024

E303 - Human Factors Buffet

In this episode of Human Factors Cast, hosts Nick Roome and Barry Kirby reunite to discuss their podcast's revival, sharing insights from the HFES Aspire conference and interactions with attendees. They preview the Chartered ...

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Oct. 4, 2024

Bonus episode - HFES Ombuds and Aerospace Systems TG from ASPIRE 2024

In this episode of Human Factors Cast, host Nick Roome interviews HFES organizers at the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) ASPIRE conference, including Sylvain Bruni and Philippe Doyon-Pulin. They share information ...

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Sept. 27, 2024

Bonus episode - First Time Experiences at ASPIRE 2024

In this episode of Human Factors Cast, host Nick Roome interviews first-time attendees of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) conference, including Alex Wong, Lilia Bowden, and Algelia Burton. They share their bac...

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May 17, 2024

E302 - EHF2024 Recap

In this thrilling episode of Human Factors Cast, your hosts Nick Roome and Barry Kirby dive deep into their experiences at the Ergonomics & Human Factors (EHF) 2024 conference, celebrating its 75th anniversary. They explore B...

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April 5, 2024

E301 - Human Factors Cast: The Musical!

In this harmonious and groundbreaking episode, your favorite hosts, Nick and Barry, take a melodious detour from their traditional discussions on Human Factors and Ergonomics. "Human Factors Cast: The Musical!" transforms the...

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March 22, 2024

E300 - Navigating the Future: From Accessible Gaming to AI's Creative…

In this episode, Nick Roome and Barry Kirby, explore the burgeoning world of gaming accessibility tools, envisaging their broader applications beyond gaming, and ponder the implications of AI surpassing humans in creativity t...

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Feb. 23, 2024

E299 - Checking in on AI, and HF across new industries

In this lively episode of Human Factors Cast, the hosts, Nick Roome and Barry Kirby, traverse different industries discussing the potential and existing implications of human factors and AI. The conversation turns into a dis...

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Jan. 26, 2024

E298 - Evaluating the Impact of Tech Layoffs & Innovations from CES 2…

In this episode, we dive deep into the current crisis of tech layoffs, linking it to AI advancements and possible overlooked responsibilities. The discussion criticizes top tech companies for their unsustainable reliance on A...

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Jan. 12, 2024

E297 - Another Format Change

Join us in episode 297 as we delve into exciting changes to our podcast format, aimed at fostering more community-driven discussions. We discuss various human factors trends currently in the news, such as the post office's us...

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Dec. 26, 2023

The Human (Factor) in the Neurodivergent Experience (ft. Nick Roome) …

In today’s episode of Safe and Effective we are featuring an excerpt of the previously recorded Human Factors Cast show in which Nick Roome and our host Heidi Mehrzad shared their personal experiences living with ADHD and AuD...

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Dec. 15, 2023

E296 - Our Turn to Talk About The Cybertruck

In this episode of Human Factors Cast, join host Nick Roome and co-hosts Barry Kirby and Heidi Mehrzad as they dive deep into the world of Tesla's Cybertruck. They explore the unique design and features of Elon Musk's brainch...

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Dec. 1, 2023

Some updates about the show.

Some updates about the show. We'll be back soon.

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Oct. 13, 2023

E295 - The Dark Side of Quick Wins

This week on the show, we discuss the potential pitfalls of quick wins and the importance of mastering essential skills in UX research. Don't miss out on this insightful episode! #podcast #UXresearch #quickwins #skills #communityquestions #HFtravelingjobs #researchquestions #recordings #insights

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Sept. 22, 2023

E294 - Designing for Frustration in Games

This week's episode discusses delightful and frustrating UX in video games. We also debate prioritizing intuitive and minimalist UX/UI design, or embracing detailed and comprehensive design in video games. #UX #VideoGames #CommunityQuestions #Research #Podcast

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Sept. 8, 2023

E293 - Neurorights for Brain-Computer Interfaces

This week, we delve into the fascinating topic of how new neurotechnology is challenging the boundaries of mental privacy. We also address community questions on HF traveling jobs, crafting research questions, and the length of time researchers keep their recordings. …

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Sept. 1, 2023

E292 - Twitter, X, and Trust

This week on the show, we discuss The Twitter X dilemma: Trust as a finite resource in UX. We also address community questions on safe artifacts for a portfolio, convincing stakeholders, and conducting impactful discovery research. Tune in for valuable …

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Aug. 25, 2023

E291 - Let's Speculate About Regulations for Commercial Human Spacefl…

This week on the show, we discuss the FAA's launch of a new committee to explore regulations for commercial human spaceflight. We also address community questions on interviewing for Human Factors roles, pursuing Human Factors jobs with a MA degree, …

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Aug. 4, 2023

E290 - Emotional Edifices

This week on the show, we discuss the impact of city design on driving decisions and emotions. We also provide advice on interviewing for Human Factors roles, whether it's a good time to pursue a career as a UX Designer, …

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July 28, 2023

E289 - The Human Factors of the Titan Submersible

This week, we discuss the Titan Disaster, Stockton vs Scott, and the role of "Human Factors" in Failure. We also address questions from the community about working with Product Owners or Project Managers, the job market for UK researchers moving …

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July 21, 2023

HFES Presidential Town Hall (July 2023) | Bonus Episode

Join us for our next HFES Presidential Town Hall on Friday, July 14 at 12pm ET. HFES President Carolyn Sommerich will be joined by Human Factors Cast host Nick Roome for an hour-long podcast discussing latest HF/E industry news and …

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