Best Uxresearch Podcasts (2024)

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S2-E5: Applying for a UXR role 33:14

1M ago33:14

33:14

This Episode is about applying for a UXR role and it will cover the following topics: The importance of understanding the reason why you are applying for a new role What is the current market situation Disappointment is also part of the process The importance of asking yourself the right questions Where are you in your career, Having a plan is esse…

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S2-E4: Running a research project (Part 3) - Analysing, preparing and sharing 25:29

5M ago25:29

25:29

This episode looked at analyzing the data, extracting the main findings, preparing the presentation and sharing it with your stakeholders. Where do you start? Going back to the raw data Create the Excel in which you will capture the analysis Create the themes Go back to the research objectives Extract the main findings Preparing the documentation (…

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S2-E3: Running a research project (Part 2) - Preparing, collecting and storing your data 24:19

5M ago24:19

24:19

In the last episode, we looked at how to prepare your research plan and what categories needed to be integrated into it, including the methods to be used. Now that you have decided on the methods you want to use, which participants or respondents you want to take part in your research and without forgetting the objectives and research questions you…

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S2-E2: Running a research project - Planning your research (Part 1) 26:18

5M ago26:18

26:18

While doing a research project, it is important to follow a systematic process, such as preparing a research plan, identifying your participants/respondents, collecting the data, analysing them, extracting and interpreting your data to translate them into actionable insights, and communicating them to your stakeholders. As there is so much to cover…

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S2-E1: I need some UX research for my product, where do I start? 23:03

5M ago23:03

23:03

You are about to launch a product or a new feature. You are still at an early stage of your product development, your product is live, and your analytics are irregular. You want to understand your users, understand the market, and test a new feature. You can have 100 reasons that will trigger your appetite for research. So, now what? This episode w…

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Shaping Design Careers, featuring Jason Mesut 41:11

11M ago41:11

41:11

Do you want your career to be sustainable and aligned with what truly matters to you? Designing a holistic career that embraces every part of who we are can be a complex and meaningful challenge. This week Leigh and guest Jason Mesut have a captivating discussion about the significance of aligning personal values with work and finding meaning in on…

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Systems Thinking for Designers, featuring Sheryl Cababa & Leigh Allen-Arredondo 43:24

12M ago43:24

43:24

In this episode, we chat with Sheryl Cababa, Chief Strategy Officer at Substantial and author of "Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers." She introduces the concept of systems thinking, which is a way to consider the broader implications of design decisions. By examining the entire problem and understanding the interconnections between v…

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The Quiet Leader: Strategies for Introverts with Tim Yeo 40:05

12M ago40:05

40:05

This episode is about quiet leadership - how you can be an authentic leader even if you don’t have the loudest voice in the room. We’re joined by Tim Yeo, a design leader and speaker who helps introverts have an impact and influence without having to pretend to be extroverts. Tim is the brain behind The Quiet Achiever, where he coaches introverts t…

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Adding Strategic Value to Tactical Work with Laura Barboza 55:36

1y ago55:36

55:36

Are you a UX practitioner who's frustrated with feeling like you lack agency in your work? Or maybe you're someone who wants to take their UX game to the next level by incorporating strategic outcomes into your tactical deliverables? You’re not alone! Listen (or watch) on… This week I’m joined by my long-time friend, colleague, and UX Strategy expe…

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(Best of) On Recovering and Reinvention: Navigating Career Changes with John Maeda 29:35

1y ago29:35

29:35

With so many people facing changes in their work and careers right now, navigating the complex and turbulent waters of layoffs, org changes, and economic adjustments can be incredibly challenging. My guest today is renowned design leader and author John Maeda - who is no stranger to career shifts and changes. In this inspiring episode, John shares …

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Unleashing Your Best Work Through Healthy Conflict and Feedback with Billie Mandel 46:50

1y ago46:50

46:50

Do you want to unlock your creative potential and foster innovation? We know that collaboration and communication are vital to producing outstanding work, but what you might not know is that the foundation of that is healthy conflict. Without it, we can't achieve our creative best. On this episode, we welcome Billie Mandel, a seasoned expert in des…

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S1-E9: Guest- Dr Nick Fine 48:32

1y ago48:32

48:32

For today’s episode, we’re having a guest, a very experienced researcher. Dr Nick Fine LinkedIn is a user researcher, UX designer, genuine leader and public speaker. He has been in practice for over 12 years, 8 of which as a freelancer. He has led UX to work for a number of big brands including Coca-Cola, SAB Miller, Jaguar Land Rover, Bentley, Ern…

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Do More With Less: The Power of a Strategic Mindset 13:50

1y ago13:50

13:50

If you're in UX, you've likely heard the question, "How can we do more with less?" especially during any economic squeeze. Many companies are cutting back on resources and downsizing teams, while still expecting the same results. Some common approaches are to argue the value of UX, or simply say "no" to requests due to lack of resources. But there’…

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S1-E8: Why looking after your UX Researcher well being is essential? 37:42

1y ago37:42

37:42

This episode is about the importance to look after the wellness of UX researchers. - It will start with some numbers - It will also cover why UX researchers are struggling and what are the reasons. - It will also give you some tips on how you can best support your UX researchers - finally, it will provide some exercises to help you to cope with you…

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S1-E7: The role of UX researcher 26:58

1+ y ago26:58

26:58

This episode is about the role of the UX researcher - It will explain that UX research is not the same discipline as UX design. - It will also cover the different tasks, skill sets and responsibilities of the UX researchers, -It will also draw an account of the top 25 tasks, skill sets and responsibilities which are sometimes miss understood, by th…

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Making Space For Meaning and Success with Tutti Taygerly 45:03

1+ y ago45:03

45:03

As human beings, it is embedded in us to seek purpose in everything we do. We want to do meaningful work that affects other people or pursue the passion within us. But many people wonder, is it too much to ask for an opportunity to work on something valuable? In today's episode, we are joined by Tutti Taygerly, a Leadership Coach, speaker, and auth…

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S1-E6: Participants in User Experience Research (part2) 33:42

1+ y ago33:42

33:42

This episode (part 2) is dedicated to the critical topic: Participants in UX research. We will be covering the following: The importance of Ethics (code of conduct, consent form, etc.) Doing UX research with vulnerable people (children, elderly, people with special needs) Data confidentiality and to which extent you can use the data Incentives Chal…

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Beyond Titles: The Real Meaning of Leadership 9:42

1+ y ago9:42

9:42

Join host Leigh Allen-Arredondo for this UX Cake Pop - short and sweet when you just want a bite of UX Cake! In this UX Cake Pop, I’m sharing my experience with the true meaning of leadership, which is not about having a specific job title or position of authority, but about inspiring and guiding others towards a shared goal. Anyone can be a leader…

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Outsiders In Design - with Ryan Rumsey 49:58

1+ y ago49:58

49:58

In this episode I’m talking with Ryan Rumsey about feeling like an outsider in design, the very human need to belong, and some of the affects that feeling like an outsider can create in our lives and in our careers. Find out how we’ve overcome feeling like outsiders, and what we’ve done to find community. My guest Ryan Rumsey is author of Business …

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S1-E5: Participants in User Experience Research (part1) 25:29

1+ y ago25:29

25:29

This episode ( part 1) is dedicated to the critical topic: Participants in UX research. We will be covering the following: How do we define a participant? How do we identify them and where? How many participants do we need to get reliable and valid results while using quantitative and qualitative research methods? How and Where do we recruit them? …

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S1-E4: Which method to use while conducting User Experience Research? When? and Why? 22:04

1+ y ago22:04

22:04

This episode is dedicated to identifying which research method to use, when and why. User experience research is essential to the product development cycle. We use quantitative and qualitative research methods, which come from several disciplines. We evaluate the user journeys, the design, and the way how the users interact with the product. As men…

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S1-E3: ROI (Return On Investment) of doing User Experience Research 26:07

1+ y ago26:07

26:07

Today's episode will cover the benefits of User Experience Research. It will also explain: Why organizations don't really value our (UXR) work? What UX research Return On Investment is? How to record and calculate this Return On Investment achieved by doing a User Experience Research? All of those are supported by examples. My Book: Practical User …

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S1-E2: User Experience Research (UXR) is far more than usability 23:40

1+ y ago23:40

23:40

This episode is about the fact that User Experience research is far more than usability This episode will start by defining what usability is, and highlight the importance of putting the user at the centre of product development. It will also cover the different approaches that have allowed user experience research to become an incredible disciplin…

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S1-E1: The Origin of User Experience Research 22:10

1+ y ago22:10

22:10

Season 1 | Episode 1 This episode is about the origin of user experience research. Where does it come from? What disciplines have influenced it? and how UX research has evolved over several decades. User experience research (UX research) uses scientific research methods (qualitative and qualitative) to understand and assess user behaviour, needs an…

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Coming soon: The UX Research Club 1:32

1+ y ago1:32

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My Book: Practical User Research www.uxresearchclub.com www.emmanuelle-savarit.com Emmanuelle has created this podcast to share with you her passion for the UX research discipline. if you have any questions please feel free to contact her at info@uxresearchclub.com or on LinkedIn you can follow the UXresearchclub on Instagram and X if you want to s…

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Building Design Teams That Scale with Anjali Deswandikar 40:40

1+ y ago40:40

40:40

A business can only grow as much as its people. That is why it is important to build teams with the knowledge that each of them is a key member who will eventually become a senior as you grow. In this episode, Leigh Allen-Arredondo interviews Anjali Deswandikar, the Design Director at Terralogic, Inc. and Design Team Lead at Lollypop Design, about …

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Designing For Accessibility With Chimmy Kalu 37:01

1+ y ago37:01

37:01

Accessibility needs to be the gold standard for everything. If you have the power to make things more accessible and inclusive, strive for that. You are actually leaving money on the table if you don't design with accessibility in mind. There are billions of persons with disabilities, and companies need to consult them. If you're a small company, t…

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Designing With Developers - Abhishek Nayak 42:48

1+ y ago42:48

42:48

Great digital products don't just happen. They're the result of a strong designer-developer relationship. That is because the two groups bring different but complementary skill sets. By understanding and respecting each other's strengths, the designer and developer can work together to create user-friendly and technically sound products. In this ep…

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(Best of) Leveling up with UX Strategy 34:04

2y ago34:04

34:04

Level up with UX Strategy In this episode of UX Cake Podcast, we discuss how you can create a UX strategy for better outcomes for your users, and the products or services you help create. There are many different perceptions about what UX Strategy actually is. My guest Jaime Levy - who wrote the book "UX Strategy" - defines as the intersection betw…

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Scaling UX Research : Democratization 2.0 38:06

2y ago38:06

38:06

Scaling user research, means doing more, doing more research, and doing more with user research, through democratization, or enablement. Democratization in UX, is a topic of controversy, yet this episode is a conversation and not My an argument debate. I think partially because the term democratization and the concept of democratization really has …

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UX Writing - with Laura Costantino 39:45

2y ago39:45

39:45

In this episode of the UX Cake podcast, we’re bringing you lots of great information about UX writing as a specialty within UX. In this special Ask Me Anything format we cover some of the most useful soft skills for a career in UX writing, hard skills that are transferable from other industries, ideas on how to upskill your UX writing, finding a me…

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Show Me What It Means - with Thomas Watkins 44:31

2y ago44:31

44:31

This episode is all about creating meaning from data, and making it easy for your audience to understand by making it visual. We can apply the same principles we use to design dashboards to presentations - whether you’re communicating design concepts (and the data-driven decisions behind your design) or user research findings. I had such a great ti…

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Influencing without Authority 1:01:53

2y ago1:01:53

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Increasing our influence also increases the impact our work can have. This is especially important in user experience design and research… when not everyone we work with may have the same user obsession as we do, so it sometimes takes extra effort to see the impact we want. Often the UX folks are not the ultimate authority in the room, or on a proj…

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