Best Karl Oakes Podcasts (2024)

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Communication and Healthcare Experiences with Jessica Mudry 56:30

3h ago56:30

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There is a saying that nothing is certain in life but death and taxes. Clearly, there is a lot more certain in life, with perhaps the most important one being healthcare. Healthcare is something that we all encounter throughout our lives. Health is something that many of us may take for granted, but is always something that is in flux. We might pon…

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The Interview - M4F NSFW Erotic ASMR Audio 7:24

5d ago7:24

7:24

Who would have thought landing the job of my dreams would lead to hardcore fucking in the restaurant bathroom? Full version: patreon.com/IrishDream Full versions here: patreon.com/IrishDream All NSFW links (18+ Only) https://linktr.ee/akashikah Custom tracks available.By Karl

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Inclusive User Experience with Oak Theory 1:11:26

8d ago1:11:26

1:11:26

One of the central questions in experience design is how to not only engage the audience for whom we are designing, but also how do we best include them in the process of design. But such a statement can sound more like a platitude than an actual instruction. It is one thing to say “be inclusive”, but another to be truly inclusive. This can seem ch…

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Karl Marlantes: Cold Victory, a Novel 31:19

22d ago31:19

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Cold Victory: A Novel — Karl Marlantes — Atlantic Monthly Press – 978-0-8021-6142-0 – Hardcover — 352 pages — $28.00 — January 9, 2024 — ebook versions available at lower prices I have to confess at the outset that Karl Marlantes has become one of my favorite authors of recent times and his latest book Cold Victory, is yet another outstanding novel…

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Designing Reverent Spaces with Jonathan Cohen 1:12:07

22d ago1:12:07

1:12:07

In today’s episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Jon Cohen, an expert in transformative experience design from G&A, an experience design company. We do a deep dive into the potential risks and implications of emerging technologies, particularly the Apple Vision Pro, and its impact on distraction and deployment in various settings, including m…

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M4A, M4F - Very Spicy Polyamourous Fantasy 5:32

28d ago5:32

5:32

After a long day, there's nothing better than chilling with your loved one. However, things can turn very spicy very quickly when discussing their polyamourous antics! Full versions here: patreon.com/IrishDream All NSFW links (18+ Only) https://linktr.ee/akashikah Custom tracks available.By Karl

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Under Our Oak Tree - M4M Spicy Audio 11:52

1M ago11:52

11:52

In this intimate erotic audio story, the narrator takes the listener on a romantic journey during a private picnic in a secluded park. The narrator speaks directly to the listener, describing their physical appearance and the deep connection they share. The afternoon is filled with tender moments and passionate kisses, culminating in a private, sec…

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Matt B Davis and Experiencing Obstacles 1:08:09

1M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

I’ve been involved in the creation and promotion of a number of athletic events, more specifically a cycling discipline called cyclocross. I’ve also participated in my fair share of events, from local road running races to Ironman and the Boston Marathon. I like to think that I have a decent understanding on the design of sporting events from the p…

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M4F - Can You Feel The Magic: Erotic Audio 6:18

2M ago6:18

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In "Can You Feel The Magic?," a romantic evening unfolds in the intimate setting of a cozy kitchen, where a couple's shared passion for cooking leads to an unforgettable night of love and lust. The narrator, a devoted partner, vividly describes the tantalizing moments of preparing a favorite meal together. As the night progresses, the sensual chemi…

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M4F - Working From Home: Erotic Audio 6:33

2M ago6:33

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Working from home with you... Well it's an absolute pleasure, on every single level Full versions here: patreon.com/IrishDream All NSFW links (18+ Only) https://linktr.ee/akashikah Custom tracks available.By Karl

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Curiosity Creation and Museum Experiences with Sitara Systems 1:04:40

2M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

The field of education and learning is shifting in a lot of ways. Some of this is related to the new technologies, and the opportunities that are created through them. At the same time, we can see the duplication of traditional approaches through new technologies. Afterall, what does PowerPoint really accomplish if all we do is just put our lecture…

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Sarah Neidhardt: Twenty Acres A Seventies Childhood in the Woods 32:10

2M ago32:10

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Twenty Acres: A Seventies Childhood in the Woods – Sarah Neidhardt – University of Arkansas Press – Paperback – 320 pages – 9781682262276 – $29.95 – Published March 7, 2023. Audiobook and ebook versions available at varying prices. Twenty Acres is a wonderful, rewarding family memoir that will resonate both for elder veterans of the sixties and sev…

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Creating Connected Experiences with Unni Turrettini 57:06

2M ago57:06

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One of the things that we know as social scientists is that people need connection. It is not that we want connection, or would prefer connection, but that we need it to be part of our lives. Some of the foundational figures in sociology were all concerned with the onset of isolation and disconnection that came with industrial society. Durkheim loo…

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Humanizing the Real Estate Experience with Liz Rossof 1:12:22

3M ago1:12:22

1:12:22

The home buying process is not great. And while it might not ever be great, it should be better than it is. While home may or may not be where the heart is, the home is definitely where the stress starts. The whole venture of buying a home is a pain from start to finish. Anyone who has been through this knows what I’m talking about. The financing, …

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Lee Klancher: The Farmall Century 1923-2023 33:24

3M ago33:24

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The Farmall Century 1923-2023: The Evolution of Red Tractors and Crawlers in the Golden Age of International Harvester – Lee Klancher – Octane Press – Hardcover – 9781642341393 – 384 pages (11.8 x 10.5) – $59.95 – October 26, 2023 This fantastic coffee table book is a massive, well-researched, detailed, extensively illustrated, and very readable hi…

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eLearning Experience Design with Tim Slade 1:09:07

3M ago1:09:07

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There is the old saying that ‘necessity is the mother of invention.’ This could be the slogan for education in the pandemic world. All educators were thrust into a situation that many vowed they would never do: teach online. But what could we do? It wasn’t like there were a lot of options. We had to make due with what we had, and hope that it worke…

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Human Elements of Customer Experiences with Karl Sharicz 1:11:18

4M ago1:11:18

1:11:18

Here on Experience by Design, we like to think we are experts, or at least pretty knowledgeable, about the concept of culture. A couple of PhDs and training in ethnography will at least yield a working understanding of culture, as well as how it permeates all aspects of our lives. Regardless of how ubiquitous, it also is hard to nail down in terms …

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John Oakes: The Fast: The History, Science, Philosophy, and Promise of Doing Without 34:53

5M ago34:53

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The Fast: The History, Science, Philosophy, and Promise of Doing Without—John Oakes—Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster—Hardcover —9781668017418—320 pages—$30—February 13, 2024—ebook versions available at lower prices If you’re expecting to find a “how to guide to fasting” you will have to look elsewhere. John Oakes is far too good a writer and th…

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Interiors for Better Experiences with Carolyn Boldt 1:02:52

5M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

It might seem like an obvious statement, but different kinds of environments require different kinds of designs. Thinking about my kids for instance. As they got older, their tastes and interests changed, which as a result changed their room decor. One of my daughters is always seeking to ‘level up’ her room schwag, looking for design ideas to refl…

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Chris Yogerst: The Warner Brothers 31:27

5M ago31:27

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The Warner Brothers by Chris Yogerst, Foreword by Michael Uslan – University Press of Kentucky – Hardcover – 9780813198019 – 360 pages – $34.95 -September 5, 2023. eBook and audio book versions are also available at lower prices. My grandfather, Jacob Wilk, worked for Warner Brothers as their east coast representative for almost thirty years, and m…

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Grounded Leadership and Employee Experience with Tony Martignetti 1:06:49

5M ago1:06:49

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What is business all about? Is it about profit? Or people? Or both? Another question we can ask is why is there the belief that if you are profitable, then you cannot be people focused, or even people concerned. Such a philosophy is going to seep into every aspect of workplace culture, creating a situation in which people are not only disconnected …

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Designing an Authentic Brand with Vladimer Botsvadze 57:18

6M ago57:18

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Before, our work lives were defined by our relationship with the brands we worked for. Growing up in Detroit, a person might be a “Ford person” or a “GM person”. The same can be said for those who worked for Mary Kay or Tupperware. Through our association with the brand, we gained a sense of self that was enriched by that association. Today, people…

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Designing Environments for Learning with Mary Ruppenthal 1:01:24

7M ago1:01:24

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It is not like we need a building in which to teach. Thinking back to Socrates, he was conducting his teaching in an open-air market, influencing younger generations to the point where he was forced to drink hemlock. At the same, a good educational structure can help. I have taught in a variety of environments, and have seen educational technology …

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Publishing Talks Interview with Jane Friedman of Hot Sheet 35:10

7M ago35:10

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Publishing Talks began first as a series of conversations with book industry professionals and others involved in media and technology, mostly talking about the future of publishing, books, and culture. It was great fun talking with people in the book industry about the evolution of publishing in the context of technology, culture, and economics. O…

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Creating Serendipitous Experiences with David Adler 59:23

8M ago59:23

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While technology may make it seem like we are constantly connected, the truth is that in many ways we have never been more disconnected from one another. The same devices that can bring the world to our fingertips can at the same time drive a barrier in between real moments of authentic connection. In many ways, this divorces us from ourselves rega…

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Chris Jones: The Swine Republic: Struggles with the Truth about Agriculture and Water Quality 32:05

8M ago32:05

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The Swine Republic: Struggles with the Truth about Agriculture and Water Quality – Chris Jones – Foreword by Tom Philpott – Ice Cube Press – 9781948509404 – 400 pages – $29.99 – June 1, 2023 When I saw the title of this book, I knew I would want to read it. How could I resist? Ice Cube Press is an Iowa-based publisher that consistently publishes bo…

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Execution for Customer Experience with Rick Denton 34:07

9M ago34:07

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Much of our lives, especially in organizations, is governed by process. In fact, organizations can be evaluated based on how mature their processes are. Technological systems are set up to implement processes that employees are supposed to follow. At the same time, process can be a killer of innovation. When we are wedded to processes, we can lose …

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Baron Wormser: The Road Washes Out in Spring 29:47

10M ago29:47

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The Road Washes Out in Spring: A Poet’s Memoir of Living Off the Grid – Baron Wormser – Brandeis University Press – 9781684581603 – 214 pages – paperback – $24.95 – March 7, 2023 – ebook versions available at lower prices Baron Wormser is a poet and prose writer whose work I have been familiar with for many years. Back in the 1970s, he and his wife…

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Repurposing Your Purpose with Maximillian Piras and Headliner App 1:08:29

10M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

When I was growing up, I used to hear a lot of commercials for a group called The Starving Artists Group. The ad would talk about how you could go to a local mall and get paintings and other art work really cheap, because after all the artists were starving and apparently desperate to find food. It also was not a good ad for going into the arts. Af…

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Putting Employees First with Paul ter Wal 1:08:04

11M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

We’ve all heard the saying that change is hard, but it is more than that. Change is not only hard, but can be threatening, as well as inevitable. Change is something that takes place naturally, and is impossible to stop. When things change around us and we fail to change with it, then what was once familiar can now feel foreign. While before we mig…

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S.C. Gwynne: His Majesty’s Airship interview by David Wilk 31:56

11M ago31:56

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His Majesty’s Airship: The Life and Tragic Death of the World’s Largest Flying Machine — Sam Gwynne — Scribner — 9781982168278 — 320 pages — hardcover — $32.00 – May 2, 2023 — ebook versions available at lower cost Sam Gwynne is the author of the outstanding Empire of the Summer Moon, a book I really loved. In this new work, he tells the story of a…

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Diversity and Inclusion in Video Game Design 1:12:09

11M ago1:12:09

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Gary was part of the first generation to have home video games, and can still remember his Odyssey game console while everyone else was getting an Atari. You might say that left a mark. But he also remembers the fun that you could have just by sitting in front of the television, or computer, and playing some video games. As the games evolved, so di…

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Publishing Talks: An Interview with Shouvik Paul of CopyLeaks 41:28

12M ago41:28

41:28

Publishing Talks began as a series of conversations with book industry professionals and others involved in media and technology, mostly talking about the future of publishing, books, and culture. I’ve spent time talking with people in the book industry about how publishing is evolving in the context of technology, culture, and economics. Later thi…

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Communicating Healthcare and Information Design with Kristie Kuhl 1:04:33

1y ago1:04:33

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Good health is one of the things that we value as most important in our lives. When other tragedies strike, people often will remark that at least they have their health. And even when all other things are going well, being in poor health (even momentarily with a minor illness) can completely through us out of balance. But despite the importance of…

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Designing Educational Comics with Sequential Potential 1:07:54

1y ago1:07:54

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Anyone who is in education knows the challenge that exists when we are trying to deliver content that connects with students. It can be hard to remember that the material that exists us might not be that exciting for the students. Although, I do find it hard to imagine that sociological theory isn’t fascinating for everyone. At the same time, there…

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Maureen Owen and Barbara Henning: Poets on the Road 25:19

1y ago25:19

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Poets on the Road – Maureen Owen and Barbara Henning – City Point Press – 9781947951709 – Paperback – 176 pages – $18 – June 6, 2023 – ebook editions available at lower prices This is a special book by two very special poets. I know I am biased. They are both friends of mine, and Maureen I have known for almost fifty years. This terrific travelog d…

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Intro to Understand Our Life Circumstances as Spiritual Effects, Part Two 40:04

1y ago40:04

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This is Part Two of the introduction to the fourth of the seven practices of the Way of the Higher Self, Understand Our Life Circumstances as Spiritual Effects. The point of this practice is to understand the ways we might actually bring adversity upon ourselves, even when it seems as though we’re unlucky or life is being arbitrarily cruel. This gi…

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Intro to Understand Our Life Circumstances as Spiritual Effects, Part One 39:53

1y ago39:53

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This is Part One of the introduction to the fourth of the seven practices of the Way of the Higher Self, Understand Our Life Circumstances as Spiritual Effects. The point of this practice is to understand the ways we might actually bring adversity upon ourselves, even when it seems as though we’re unlucky or life is being arbitrarily cruel. This gi…

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Intro to Own Our Judgments and Reactions as Reflections of Our Selves 54:35

1y ago54:35

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This is the introduction to the third of the seven practices of the Way of the Higher Self, Own Our Judgments and Reactions as Reflections of Our Selves. The point of this practice is to question the stories our brains tell ourselves, especially about our interactions with others, which can be distorted by a tendency to overgeneralize from past exp…

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Intro to Observe Ourselves with Maximum Honesty and Compassion, Part Two 48:34

1y ago48:34

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This is Part Two of the introduction to the second of the seven practices of the Way of the Higher Self, Observe Ourselves with Maximum Honesty and Compassion. The point of this practice is to discover the lower self energy which every single one of us carries in one form or another, and bring it into the light of consciousness so that it can matur…

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Intro to Observe Ourselves with Maximum Honesty and Compassion, Part One 39:13

1y ago39:13

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This is Part One of the introduction to the second of the seven practices of the Way of the Higher Self, Observe Ourselves with Maximum Honesty and Compassion. The point of this practice is to discover the lower self energy which every single one of us carries in one form or another, and bring it into the light of consciousness so that it can matur…

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Intro to Feeling All of Our Feelings, Part Two 48:59

1y ago48:59

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This is Part Two of the introduction to the first of the seven practices of the Way of the Higher Self, Feel Our Feelings. This episode focuses on specific techniques to allow emotional energy to flow in its natural, organic pathways, rather than obstructing or manipulating it. The techniques include surrendering to feelings in the moment, daily jo…

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Intro to Feeling All of Our Feelings, Part One 40:46

1y ago40:46

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This is Part One of the introduction to the first of the seven practices of the Way of the Higher Self, Feel Our Feelings. In order to lay a foundation for the practices in Part Two, Karl explains what feelings are; how we interfere with the natural, organic flow of our feelings; why we interfere; what are the costs of interfering, and what would t…

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Jon Strassner and Designing for Sustainable Change 1:11:03

1y ago1:11:03

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By Jon Strassner, Adam Gamwell, Gary David

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EPIC Customer Experiences with Alex Mead 1:08:16

1y ago1:08:16

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The idea of pleasing customers goes back as far as the beginnings of human history. A 3,800 year old clay tablet with cuneiform writing from the city of UR is perhaps our evidence of customer complaints. A man named Nanni complained about the quality of copper he received to Ea-Nasir, along with issues with subsequent delays. A quote from the table…

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Publishing Talks: Interview with Josh Schwartz of Pubvendo 28:03

1y ago28:03

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Publishing Talks began as a series of conversations with book industry professionals and others involved in media and technology, mostly talking about the future of publishing, books, and culture. I’ve spent time talking with people in the book industry about how publishing is evolving in the context of technology, culture, and economics. Later thi…

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Customers in Context and SXSW 2023 1:07:48

1+ y ago1:07:48

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In today’s data saturated world, businesses are looking for ways to cut through the noise, and consumers are looking to feel seen and heard. Tools and techniques from the social sciences like Anthropology and Sociology can help organizations thrive in today's complex world by focusing on people’s lived experience in context. Learning to see connect…

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Intercultural Frolicking and Design with Kiran Varri 1:07:37

1+ y ago1:07:37

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Designing for an international audience can provide challenges to the experience designer. If we are going to design with the cultural norms and expectations in mind, how do we handle when the number of cultures we are catering to seems to always increase? This also is a major challenge when living in a multicultural society where we have people fr…

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Rock-It Fueled Experiences with Wanda Toro Turini 1:10:40

1+ y ago1:10:40

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In a media environment where we are beset on all sides by messages, it can be hard to connect with your audiences. More challenging still is educating and impacting. We are all familiar with ads on television for different medications, from restless leg syndrome to depression to atrial fibrillation to skin problems to Wilfred Brimley “diabetus” adv…

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Publishing Talks: Interview with Michael Wolfe 44:24

1+ y ago44:24

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Michael Wolfe Publishing Talks began as a series of conversations with book industry professionals and others involved in media and technology, mostly talking about the future of publishing, books, and culture. I’ve spent time talking with people in the book industry about how publishing is evolving in the context of technology, culture, and econom…

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