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Human Factors Cast Episodes

March 24, 2023

E277 - What is the point of user stories?

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 …

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March 17, 2023

E276 - Time-Traveling with Augmented Reality

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 …

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March 3, 2023

E275 - AI-nt No Stoppin' Us Now

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 …

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March 3, 2023

We really tried tonight

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 …

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Feb. 27, 2023

HFES Presidential Town Hall (February 2023) | Bonus Episode

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 …

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Feb. 24, 2023

E274 - OK Boomer, Let's Talk About Ageism

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 …

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Feb. 17, 2023

ReCast - What cognitive abilities improve as we age?

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 …

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Feb. 13, 2023

A Conversation about Human Factors Accessibility that doesn't deserve…

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.

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Feb. 10, 2023

E273 - A Third (Robot) Arm Might be the Future of Human Augmentation

This week on the show, we talk about the Human Factors Engineering implications of giving humans a third arm. We also answer some questions from the community about the HFES Conference and HFES Healthcare symposium, dealing with stressful stakeholder meetings, …

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Feb. 8, 2023

Human Factors Minute Trailer - Human Factors Minute

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Feb. 3, 2023

E272 - How does culture affect HCI?

This week on the show, we talk about Culture, cognition, and human-computer interaction. We also answer some questions from the community about how to get over bad interviews, alternate ways to think about usability methodology, and an update on how …

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Jan. 27, 2023

E271 - You're simply the best, taking a look at CES (2023)

On this week's episode of Human Factors Cast, we dive into the latest and greatest technology showcased at CES 2023. We also tackle some of the real-world issues faced by professionals in the field. From layoffs to toxic company culture, …

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Jan. 20, 2023

ReCast - How Can We Better Define “Mental Health”?

Taking a break this week, so here's our ReCast of Episode 236 where we talk about what the term “mental health” really means and its impact on Human Factors. We also check in with the community about what keeps us …

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Jan. 13, 2023

E270 - TRB's Recap Report is Driving us Wild

This week on the show, we talk about the Transportation Research Board 2022 Annual Report. We also answer some questions from the community about UX Research being overhyped as a field, human factors engineering career help, and gaining experience for …

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Jan. 6, 2023

E269 - Hindenburg's Heir - Airships are back!

This week on the show, we talk about how technology is finally good enough for an Airship Revival. We also answer some questions from the community about job titles, democratizing research, and some of our reading recommendations to start off …

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Dec. 30, 2022

2022 Recap | Bonus Episode

That's right! We're back again with our annual tradition of recapping every news story that didn't make it on the show. We also threw in a few surprises this year! We take a look back at some of the top …

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Dec. 23, 2022

E268 - How ChatGPT exemplifies Chatbot UX

This week on the show, we talk about ChatGPT’s UX and why the conversational UI is powerful. We also answer some questions from the community about transferring to HF/UX as an OT, how to learn about research methods after transitioning …

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Dec. 16, 2022

E267 - Generative AI: A disruption and A Game Changer

This week on the show, we talk about the human factors behind AI content generation. We also answer some questions from the community about tools for tracking multiple research projects, self-education, and tips for those just starting their graduate degrees.

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Dec. 7, 2022

E266 - Pilots in Distress

This week on the show, we talk about the system that keeps pilots from seeking mental health care. We also answer some questions from the community about getting assigned the wrong job title at a new gig, beginner jobs before …

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Dec. 2, 2022

E265 - Why Twitter’s new verification system is a total disaster

This week on the show, we talk about the nightmare UX that has plagued Twitter recently. We also answer some questions from the community about becoming a UX Researcher, our ideal apps, and thoughts on generative AI replacing creative endeavor.

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Nov. 24, 2022

ReCast - How Top Reviews Help Sway Consumer Decisions

Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/242 Recorded live on April 21st, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome & Barry Kirby. Check out Barry’s Interview with Nick Rutter about fire alarms on our sister podcast - 1202 The Human...

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Nov. 18, 2022

E264 - Multivoting: The best option for group decision-making?

This week on the show, we talk about how voting methods affect group decision-making . We also answer some questions from the community about managing layoff anxiety, competitor research making you want to work for other companies, and how many …

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Nov. 4, 2022

E263 - Talking to dead people is about to get real

This week on the show, we talk about technology that lets us “speak” to our dead relatives. We also answer some questions from the community about stepping on a Product Manager's toes, the practical difference between UX, HF, and HCI …

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Oct. 28, 2022

E262 - Robotic boots are walking the walk

This week on the show, we talk about how the Stanford exoskeleton walks out into the real world. We also answer some questions from the community about some of the most important qualities a UX/HF researcher must have, how to …

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