Best Human Factors Cast Podcasts (2024)

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E301 - Human Factors Cast: The Musical! 2:08:49

22d ago2:08:49

2:08:49

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 complex world of human-centered design into an immersive soundscape, leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence to comp…

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Time Studies 1:01

6d ago1:01

1:01

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! A time study is a structured process of directly observing and measuring human work using a timing device to establish the time required for completion of the work by a qualified worker when working at a defined level of performance.Typically, time studies determine the time required for a worker to comp…

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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 1:23

17d ago1:23

1:23

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is an association dedicated to advancing innovation and technological excellence for the benefit of humanity and is the worlds largest technical professional society. It is designed to serve professionals involved in all aspects of electrical, …

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Chernobyl (Part 4) 2:04

27d ago2:04

2:04

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! In our previous Human Factors Minute on the Chernobyl disaster, we mentioned that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) had released a report detailing their conclusions of the disaster.The IAEA updated their conclusions in a 1993 report.New information since the 1986 report led them to "shift th…

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Desperately Seeking: MedDev Human Factors Use Error Classification System (ft. Bert Boquet) 1:11:08

1M ago1:11:08

1:11:08

Join us in our latest episode of Safe and Effective, where we welcome back our good friend Dr. Albert Boquet to talk about using an existing framework, such as HFACS, to develop a unified use error classification system and database to add as a tool to the human factors engineering process in the medical device and combination product (development)…

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E300 - Navigating the Future: From Accessible Gaming to AI's Creative Bounds 1:15:32

1M ago1:15:32

1:15:32

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 tests. The duo also touches on the potential of integrating multimedia into Human Factors discourse, aiming to make it more in…

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Safety Culture 1:31

1M ago1:31

1:31

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Safety culture is about what people do (safety-related behaviours); how people feel (individual and group values, attitudes and perceptions) as well as what the organisation has (policies, procedures, structures and systems). These three aspects are interrelated and therefore not mutually exclusive. A co…

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Wizard of Oz 1:06

2M ago1:06

1:06

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! The Wizard of Oz method is a process that allows a user to interact with an interface without knowing that the responses are being generated by a human rather than a computer by having someone behind-the-scenes who is pulling the levers and flipping the switches.This process allows researchers to test a …

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Task Analysis Techniques 1:21

2M ago1:21

1:21

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Task analysis is a fundamental methodology in the assessment and reduction of human error. Awide variety of different task analysis methods exist, and it would be impracticable to describe allthese techniques here. Instead, the intention is to describe representative methodologies applicableto different …

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E299 - Checking in on AI, and HF across new industries 1:04:28

2M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

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 discussion of how Human Factors can grow into areas like agriculture and farming, prisons, education, government, and even the mu…

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Chernobyl (Part 3) 1:08

2M ago1:08

1:08

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Let's take a look at the Human Error that contributed to the Chernobyl disaster. Many believe the disaster was caused by ‘human error’, based on early reports that placed substantial blame on the operators at Chernobyl. A report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), placed considerable emphas…

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HFESTG - Education 1:14

3M ago1:14

1:14

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Did you know that the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society has 24 technical groups that are concerned with the human factors aspects of specific application areas? One of those is the The EDUCATION TECHNICAL GROUP The EDUCATION TECHNICAL GROUP is concerned with the education and training of human factors…

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Systems Engineering 1:44

3M ago1:44

1:44

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Systems engineering is an interdisciplinary field of engineering and engineering management that focuses on how to design, integrate, and manage complex systems over their life cycles. The outcome of these efforts, is an engineered system, and can be defined as a combination of components that work in sy…

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E298 - Evaluating the Impact of Tech Layoffs & Innovations from CES 2024 1:38:02

3M ago1:38:02

1:38:02

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 AI while overlooking the human element. It highlights the need for professionals specialized in AI-Human integration, predicti…

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User Experience Professionals Association 1:07

3M ago1:07

1:07

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! User Experience Professionals Association (UXPA) International is a User Experience Design Organizatoin that supports people who research, design, and evaluate the user experience (UX) of products and services.Founded in 1991, they serve a community worldwide by promoting UX concepts and techniques throu…

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Women in (Med)Tech in HF/UX (ft. Rebecca Grier) 1:21:48

3M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Join us in our latest ‘Let’s Get Real’ episode of Safe and Effective, where we delve into a nuanced and multi-faceted conversation with Rebecca Grier, a behavioral science expert in human factors and UX in the tech industry, discussing the broader issues of inequities and inequalities faced by women in the workplace, with a focus on behavioral scie…

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E297 - Another Format Change 1:36:08

4M ago1:36:08

1:36:08

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 user interface scandal and the Boeing 737 issues. We take a look at considerable issues like the education system, usage of bio…

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Chernobyl (Part 2) 1:18

4M ago1:18

1:18

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! As with any complex event, a variety of factors combined to cause the Chernobyl disaster. These causes illustrate exactly how Human Factors touches many parts of an overall system's design. The incident occurred during experiments to test the operation of the independent power supply, in the event of los…

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HFESTG - Cybersecurity 1:34

4M ago1:34

1:34

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Did you know that the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society has 24 technical groups that are concerned with the human factors aspects of specific application areas? One of those is the Cybersecurity Technical Group.The CYBERSECURITY TECHNICAL GROUP (CYTG) was established to serve HFES membersand nonmember…

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The Human (Factor) in the Neurodivergent Experience (ft. Nick Roome) - Safe and Effective 1:37:37

4M ago1:37:37

1:37:37

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 AuDHD/ASD and discussed the various ways in which their neurodiversity impacts their lives. From professional to personal relati…

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The Human (Factor) in the Neurodivergent Experience (ft. Nick Roome) 1:37:37

4M ago1:37:37

1:37:37

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 AuDHD/ASD and discussed the various ways in which their neurodiversity impacts their lives. From professional to personal relati…

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Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics 1:20

4M ago1:20

1:20

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! The Board of certification in professional ergonomics provides professional certification for practitioners of human factors/ergonomics and user experience (HF/E/UX) who demonstrate expertise and comprehensive understanding of the discipline. Employers and consumers know they are working with a professio…

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E296 - Our Turn to Talk About The Cybertruck 58:58

4M ago58:58

58:58

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 brainchild, as well as question its safety and usability aspects. This comprehensive and passionate discussion brings together varie…

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Human Performance Modeling 1:12

5M ago1:12

1:12

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Human performance modeling (HPM) is a traditional human factors method of quantifying human behavior, cognition, and processes; it's a tool used by human factors researchers and practitioners for both the analysis of human function and for the development of systems designed for optimal user experience a…

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Some updates about the show. 3:31

5M ago3:31

3:31

Some updates about the show. We'll be back soon.By Human Factors Cast

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Chernobyl (Part 1) 1:41

5M ago1:41

1:41

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! The Chernobyl disaster was caused by a nuclear accident that occurred in April 1986, in the north Ukrainian SSR and is considered the worst nuclear disaster in history.The accident occurred during a safety test on an RBMK-type nuclear reactor, commonly used throughout the Soviet Union. The test was a sim…

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HFESTG - Computer Systems 1:11

5M ago1:11

1:11

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Did you know that the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society has 24 technical groups that are concerned with the human factors aspects of specific application areas? One of those is the Computer Systems Technical Group.The Computer Systems Technical Group (CSTG) works to ensure that all users of computer s…

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Driver Distraction 1:34

6M ago1:34

1:34

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! It is commonly believed that using a cell phone while driving is dangerous. People often suggest that talking on a cell phone is similar to talking with in-vehicle passengers, or adjusting the radio. And aren't children an even bigger distraction? These are common opinions and questions, but they all are…

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Human Computer Interaction 1:36

6M ago1:36

1:36

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Human-computer interaction (HCI) is a multidisciplinary field of study focusing on the design of computer technology and, in particular, the interaction between humans (the users) and computers. While initially concerned with computers, HCI has since expanded to cover almost all forms of information tech…

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Task Analysis 1:10

6M ago1:10

1:10

...and now for another Human Factors Minute! Task analysis is the process of learning about ordinary users by observing them in action to understand in detail how they perform their tasks and achieve their intended goals. With roots in activity theory, task analysis is a way of systematically describing human interaction with a system or process to…

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Failure as a Path to Innovation and Resilient Outcomes (ft. Christy Harper) 1:13:02

6M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

Join us in our latest episode of Safe and Effective, in which we launch our newest segment ‘Let’s Get Real’ - where we drop all filters and stop masking and get real about special and sometimes sensitive topics and issues. In our first ever Let’s Get Real segment we talk with Christy Harper, usability expert and co-founder of End-to-End User Resear…

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E295 - The Dark Side of Quick Wins 57:43

7M ago57:43

57:43

This week on the show, we discuss the potential pitfalls of quick wins and the importance of mastering essential skills in UX research. We also address community questions on HF Traveling Jobs, crafting research questions, and the retention of research recordings. Don't miss out on this insightful episode! #podcast #UXresearch #quickwins #skills #c…

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