Human Factors Cast Episodes

This episode explores the impact of urban design on social inequality and discusses implementing user research, interview skills, and overcoming failure. Tune in and join the conversation. #urban design #social inequality #user research #interview skills #failure #podcast #community #conversation #designindustry

This week on the podcast, we cover "Apple Vision Pro: Here’s everything you need to know." Additionally, we answer questions from the community related to workplace struggles, essential UX stats, and ethical considerations for UX researchers participating in research. #AppleVisionPro …

On this week's episode, we dive into NVIDIA's generative AI that allows gamers to engage in conversation with NPCs, and our community's questions about their experience with HF and thoughts on voice agents and user interfaces. Learn about exciting advancements …

On this week's episode, we discuss the dangers of blind trust in enhancement technologies, and the risks that can come with using them. We also take some time to answer questions submitted by our community, including topics like whether product …

This week's podcast episode introduces the role of a chief trust officer and dives into community questions such as how to know if UI/UX design is the right fit, validating leadership ideas, and UX researchers taking on non-UX related work. …

In the premiere episode of Safe and Effective we bring you an exciting blend of regulatory insights and live interviews from this years HFES Healthcare Symposium in Orlando, Florida. In our first regulatory roundup segment ev...

This week on the show, we discuss the importance of recreating exact Earth-like conditions for deep space missions to survive, according to scientists. Additionally, we answer community questions about human factors in different countries, switching from senior UX research to …

Join us as Frank Lacson hosts our first Roundtable! This podcast episode explores the relationship between technology and human limitations, discussing topics such as exoskeletons, human modification, and the use of technolog...

Discover how road rage affects your driving and the potential impact on self-driving cars in this week's podcast episode. Our community questions include where to find real projects to work for free, explaining UX Research to middle school students, and …

This week on the podcast, we explore relatable robotics at Disney in Once More, With Feeling. Our community questions are also answered, including the exciting UX projects we've worked on and the best methods for finding a mentor. Plus, we …

In this podcast episode, we discuss an interesting study that suggests preschoolers may prefer learning from a competent robot over an incompetent human. Plus, we tackle some community questions about handling stakeholders who ignore UXR feedback, coping with lost Zoom …

Welcome to this special conference coverage episode, where we dive deep into the world of human factors and ergonomics in healthcare! Join Elyse Hallet as she chats with conference co-chairs Joe Keebler and Tara Cohen about the event's highlights, themes, …

In this episode, Elyse interviews three talented finalists from the student design competition at the HFES Healthcare Symposium. Michelle,Yi-Lin, and Steph discuss their cutting-edge digital applications aimed at improving mental health, streamlining speech therapy, and reducing preoperative anxiety in children. …

On this episode of the podcast, we explore the potential privacy concerns surrounding wearable brain devices. Plus, we tackle some of the community's burning questions, including advice for neurodivergent researchers and tips for onboarding a new team member. #podcast #braindevices …

Welcome to this special conference coverage episode, where we dive deep into the world of human factors and ergonomics! Elyse interviews Heidi Mehrzad, host of Safe and Effective, The Medical Human Factors Podcast. In this conversation, she shares her vision …

In this podcast episode, we dive into The Future of Work 2023 Report and explore its implications. Additionally, we provide valuable advice on dealing with defensive and uncooperative product owners and developers, feeling hopeless, and burnout for 13-year senior designers. …

On this week's episode, our main topic is user stories - exploring the importance of making these effective to use. We also engage with our community and answer their questions on topics like struggling to find UX research opportunities for …

This week's episode of our podcast features a discussion on a VR startup working on memory replay tech. We also respond to various community inquiries, including tips on dealing with stakeholders who don't understand qualitative research. Join us for insights …

This week on the show, we talk about 8 Signs That the AI 'Revolution' Is Spinning Out of Control. We also answer some questions from the community about AI replacing the need for UX researchers, asking for a raise 60 …

Hey there, podcast pals! We hit a bit of a rough patch tonight while recording. The internet gods were not in our favor, and we hit a point of no return. But fret not, because we wanted to let you …

Join us for our next HFES Presidential Town Hall on Friday, February 24 at 3pm 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 …

This week on the show, we talk about Ageism, and how it's being viewed as the last acceptable prejudice. We also answer some questions from the community about dealing with Imposter Syndrome, what we’d change if we started our careers …

We ran into some tech and health issues this week, which prevented us from being able to share our insights about the latest news. That being said, our topic next week will tackle the issue of Ageism, so we thought …

We had a discussion on our most recent post show that deserved to have its own standalone release, because of its importance and relevance to the field.