Best Matt Boettger Podcasts (2024)

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S5E2 Innovative Tool To Keep Docs in Sync with Your Product with Manny Silva 46:16

6d ago46:16

46:16

As technical communicators, this challenge most likely resonates with you -- how do you keep docs in sync with your product? In the words of Manny Silva, "When product updates are frequent and user expectations are high, maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation isn’t just a necessity—it’s a competitive advantage." Manny proposes. Docs as T…

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S5E1 Redefining Note-Taking and the Art of Knowledge Organization with Jorge Arango 56:23

15d ago56:23

56:23

The humble notes serve a larger purpose - be they a simple list, recipes, or essential information we jot down for later recall and planning. We sit down with Jorge Arango, the coauthor of Information Architecture for the Web and Beyond, to unlock the secrets of note-taking. Our first episode of the season with Jorge is more than a conversation; it…

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S4E11 Glimpse into the Future of Technical Writing with AI with Caity Cronkhite 52:52

7M ago52:52

52:52

Prepare to step into the future of technical writing as we explore the ground-breaking intersection of AI and technical communication with Caity Cronkhite, CEO of GoodWords. As an entrepreneur and subject matter expert, Caity offers invaluable insights on how AI is revolutionizing the process of technical writing. While we touch upon the empowering…

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S4E10 Optimizing Visual Content in Technical Documentation with Daniel Foster 42:59

8M ago42:59

42:59

Has your team decided to do away with visuals in product documentation? Or are you struggling to maintain visuals with the rapid and frequent pace of content updates? If so, then this episode is for you. Keeping up with a rapidly evolving tech landscape and maintaining relevant visual content can be daunting. But, the power of visuals can't be unde…

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S4E9 A Deep Dive into Universal Design and Accessible Content with Lindsey White 33:58

9M ago33:58

33:58

Are you curious about simple ways to make your content universally accessible? Or perhaps you're keen to get a fresh perspective on understanding accessibility? Join us as Lindsey White, an accomplished technical writer, shares her in-depth insights and experiences from her stint managing a department website at Cornell University. We explore the s…

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S4E8 Redefining Content Creation with AI with Matt Thomas 43:16

9M ago43:16

43:16

Ever wonder how AI tools can give you an edge in content creation? Join us as I chat with Matt Thomas, who has journeyed from the realm of technical writing to the world of copywriting and content creation. Unveiling the secrets of his craft, Matt shares how he brings innovation and brainstorming to the fore in copy creation. Get a glimpse of his c…

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S4E7 Bridging the Gap: How AI is Reshaping Technical Communication with Ryan Boettger 1:01:36

10M ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Curious about the future of technical communication in the rapidly evolving AI landscape? Today's episode with our talented guest, Ryan Boettger, a distinguished professor and department chair at the University of North Texas, promises to enlighten you. Ryan is a ‘prompt engineer,’ someone who acts as the valuable link between AI and humans. From h…

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S4E6 Empathy and Innovation in the Age of AI and Remote Work 36:44

10M ago36:44

36:44

How do you bridge the gap between technical complexity and business value while fostering a culture of empathy in the modern workplace? Join me for an insightful conversation in this crossover episode with Felicity Brand from Open Strategy Partners, as we tackle this question and more. We start by exploring the connection between technical communic…

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S4E5 Navigating the Future of AI-Driven Writing with Kathleen Majorsky 44:12

11M ago44:12

44:12

The show notes for this episode were created with the help of Cohost AI from Buzzsprout. Ever wondered how networking and vulnerability can open doors to incredible writing opportunities? Join me as I chat with the incredibly talented Kathleen Majorsky, a writer who has recently forayed into user-testing of AI tools which is both inspiring and eye-…

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S4E4 AI and Tech Comm - Using ChatGPT Smartly to Enhance Your Career with Shaughn Kern 38:17

11M ago38:17

38:17

Shaughn Kern, my nerdy friend, graces my latest episode. As a technical writer and a code geek, Shaughn has been experimenting with ChatGPT to simplify and automate mundane parts of his day-to-day. In this heart-to-heart conversation, Shaughn shares some great examples that any technical writer can use to move on from the mundane and get creative w…

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S4E3 AI Translation - Dos and Don'ts with Markus Seebauer 25:54

12M ago25:54

25:54

As AI tools make their mark on every business function, there is an equal proportion of excitement and fear. In the midst of this chaos, it is imperative we take a step back and consider pointers from our translation expert on what AI can and cannot offer. AI may not be the magic pill after all, at least, for the translation industry. Let's dive in…

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S4E2 Content Research for Better UX with Erica Jorgensen 50:53

1y ago50:53

50:53

In my latest episode with Erica, we dive into all things related to content research. If you are intrigued, then you are at the right place. We touch upon these questions for a deeper insight: What is content research? What types of content lend well to content research? How can you use content research to gain quick insights without costly AB expe…

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S4E1 Partner up with Artificial Intelligence (AI) 10:52

1y ago10:52

10:52

Since late November 2022, ChatGPT has revolutionized the AI landscape. In this first episode of Season 4, I share the musings of my interactions with this magic tool. What is artificial intelligence? How does it work? How do we interact with it? How ChatGPT is helping me learn a new language. What are some pitfalls to consider as AI permeates every…

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S3E9 Smart Strategies for Saving Costs with Machine Translation and Going Global with Lisa Zarfl 36:27

1+ y ago36:27

36:27

Lisa Zarfl comes from the beautiful city of Graz, Austria. I met Lisa at a conference, and her presentation on machine translations inspired me to bring her on the show. In this latest episode, we talk about all things translation. More specifically, machine translation (MT) and how it can help a business reach a global audience while saving costs.…

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S3E8 Through the Lens of a Scrum Master - Speak Up and Advocate for Yourself with Jennifer Savage 31:38

1+ y ago31:38

31:38

I have been out of pocket for the summer visiting family in India and taking some time off. I hope you are having a safe and fun summer. I am happy to be back in the saddle... In this latest episode, I chat with Jennifer Savage, a Scrum Master at FinThrive. Since Jennifer was a technical writer back in the day, she has some great nuggets to share o…

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S3E7: Documentation is your Frontline Defense - Find Out How with Caity Cronkhite 46:49

2y ago46:49

46:49

Have you ever thought of documentation being sexy? Probably not. Caity Cronkhite argues otherwise. She wholeheartedly believes documentation is sexy. She shares excellent advice for companies and writers to embrace this low-hanging fruit that can get excellent dividends if executed correctly. What did our conversation touch upon? Caity's journey fr…

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S3E6: Embrace Discomfort and Challenge the Status Quo for Advocacy and Visibility with Swapnil Ogale 55:06

2y ago55:06

55:06

In this tete-a-tete, Swapnil Ogale shares with us the evolution of technical communication in Australia, especially since the pandemic. Until recently, there was little to no awareness of technical communication at many companies. Swapnil took it upon himself to become the voice of the field, create awareness, and advocate for its adoption and impa…

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S3E5 Delighting Your Customers - How to Craft Meaningful UX as a Content Developer with Ellyn Hassell 1:03:17

2y ago1:03:17

1:03:17

Ellyn Hassell says, "I want to delight the customer, I want to make sure that I'm doing everything that I can to make this a really amazing experience, help them get their job done, move through the task, and move on." In this heart-to-heart conversation, Ellyn shares with us her experience and insights to create a delightful experience for the cus…

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S3E4 Through the Lens of QA and Project Management - Discussion on Why Writers Matter! with Tejasvi Patil 42:34

2y ago42:34

42:34

In this episode, we explore how content is created, consumed and distributed at an offshore service-based company. Tejasvi Patil shares with us her journey from QA into project management. Tejasvi shines a light on what successful content creation looks like on her team, and the pitfalls of inadequate documentation. Some topics that we touched upon…

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S3E3 Through the Lens of a Product Manager - Discussion on Why Writers Matter! with Bill Glynn 48:56

2y ago48:56

48:56

In this episode, Bill Glynn shares with us some interesting insights on his background as a product manager, and what collaboration looks like from his perspective. We dive into these questions to understand the big picture and what is at stake: What is product management in a broad sense? What are the ways in which product managers and technical c…

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S3E2 Through the Lens of a UX Designer - Discussion on Why Writers Matter! with Matt Rife 37:41

2y ago37:41

37:41

In this quick chat with Matt, we talk about Matt's background and his eventual journey into UX design. Matt works very closely with UX writers, and my goal is to spotlight what that partnership looks like. We talk about the benefits of that partnership and the challenges when writers are not at the table. Some of the questions we discuss: What was …

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Will lack of government funding disrupt the transition to endemicity, and hope is not optimism 49:26

2y ago49:26

49:26

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S3E1 Discovering the Benefits of Academia and Corporate Partnership with Kim Campbell 54:21

2y ago54:21

54:21

We are launching Season 3 with a very special episode. In this interview with Kim Campbell, I embark on a journey to understand how academia is preparing the next generation of technical communicators. My aim is to spotlight how the Department of Technical Communication at the University of North Texas, in particular, is collaborating with the prac…

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What has Epstein-Barr to do with Covid-19? 28:42

2y ago28:42

28:42

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How Scientists See the Same Data Differently 37:24

2y ago37:24

37:24

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Why is the new variant called "stealth" and what's up with the anti-vax doctors... 40:33

2y ago40:33

40:33

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Omicron begins to lose steam and defining what "it" is... 45:55

2y ago45:55

45:55

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All about Omicron and a little about Deltacron... 42:30

2+ y ago42:30

42:30

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We know a lot more about Omicron now and there is some good news 40:24

2+ y ago40:24

40:24

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Omicron, the Tesla of Variants... 43:04

2+ y ago43:04

43:04

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S2E6 Roadmap to API Writing: Strategies for Success with Robert Delwood 45:50

2+ y ago45:50

45:50

In this final episode of Season 2, Robert Delwood, a former NASA engineer, sheds light on how technical writers can pivot to API writing. It is a special skillset and mindset. Listen to this exclusive episode to find out how you can acquire this skill and make it in this high-in-demand career. Per the website programmableweb.com, approximately 2000…

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Are vaccinated people as likely as unvaccinated people to spread COVID-19, and the complex cause of COVID hot spots 46:40

2+ y ago46:40

46:40

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Vaccine mix and match and why are the models so off 37:57

2+ y ago37:57

37:57

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S2E5 Tips to Sharpen your Job-Searching Skills: Gems from a Recruiter with Olivia Farmer 1:07:11

2+ y ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Somebody has aptly said that "looking for a job is like dating". When you are looking for the perfect job opportunity, the process can be daunting. In this scenario, the recruiter or the talent acquisition manager can be your friend. In this heart-to-heart conversation, Olivia Farmer shares with us the "behind the scenes" of hiring the right talent…

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The Delta variant-variant, the eradication of the flu, Japan again, and apathy from COVID fatigue 46:29

2+ y ago46:29

46:29

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S2E4 Don't Quit, Pivot with Denise Kadilak 36:53

2+ y ago36:53

36:53

Denise Kadilak says "show that you've got knowledge about the field and that you are self-motivated, and you're willing to pivot, embrace change. If you can demonstrate that in any way on your resume. That's always going to be a big win." We talk about what to do in an interview and what not to in this fun and fast-paced conversation. Tune in if yo…

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What does it mean to "trust science"? 40:02

2+ y ago40:02

40:02

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S2E3 Interview for Success: A Hiring Manager Perspective with David Owens 51:45

2+ y ago51:45

51:45

Staying with the theme of Job Search and Career Advancement, David Owens dives deep to give us a hiring manager's perspective on what he looks for in a tech comm candidate for his team. If you think tech comm is all about writing manuals in a silo, then this interview may just open your eyes. The field is fast evolving if you have not noticed, and …

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The big FDA announcement and Pfizer vaccines for the little ones... 34:36

2+ y ago34:36

34:36

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S2E2 Acing That Job Interview with Jack Molisani 31:42

2+ y ago31:42

31:42

In the first episode, Jack Molisani and I talked about how to spruce up your resume. We continue our conversation to discover how to interview for success. Landing that next gig depends as much on your attitude and experience as it does on how you present yourself at the interview. Jack Molisani shares secrets about how to be a hit at a content int…

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Is natural immunity better than the vaccine, and is Moderna the best vaccine? 35:36

2+ y ago35:36

35:36

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S2E1 Recruiter Tips for a Killer Resume with Jack Molisani 43:36

2+ y ago43:36

43:36

Season 2 - Job Search and Career Advancement Aren't we always looking for those amazing tips that can improve our chances of getting our next big gig? It all starts with that critical document - the resume. In this debut episode of Season 2, Jack Molisani shares some great insights into the dos and don'ts of things to put on your resume. Some thing…

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Dr. Stephen comes out of his Delta research cave to talk about his findings and the pre-pub 38:08

2+ y ago38:08

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Dr. Mark Kissler gets real, and Dr. Stephen Kissler explains why Joe Rogan is misinformed 36:11

2+ y ago36:11

36:11

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S1E13 Zohra in the Hot Seat 53:58

2+ y ago53:58

53:58

My biggest supporter and life partner, Iqbal Mutabanna, decided to interview me for the last episode of Season 1. So here I am in a candid conversation, sharing my professional journey with you. We will pivot in Season 2 that launches in the second week of August. Stay tuned. Thank you for your support and I hope you enjoy my episode :)…

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These Delta behaviors are a little perplexing... 34:00

2+ y ago34:00

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The delta variant is a Tesla when it comes to this particular metric 40:58

2+ y ago40:58

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S1E12 Finding Content Gigs at Nonprofits with Tina Davis 41:07

3y ago41:07

41:07

Tina Davis, CSM has done a little bit of everything - from teaching dance, working as a television editor to being an entrepreneur. Like many of us, she chanced upon the field of technical writing. Tina sought out the best education opportunity to put her on a road to success - and success she did find in her second career of choice. In this episod…

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Variants and Transitioning to the New Normal 45:39

2+ y ago45:39

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S1E11 How to Build a "Think Forward, Move Forward" Mindset with Laurel Beason 45:53

3y ago45:53

45:53

Laurel Beason has covered the journey from journalism to technical writing, and everything in between. If you are new to the field and would like to find out how you can move forward with the "think-forward" mindset, then tune in. In this episode, we chat about: The transferable skills that you can leverage to transition from journalism to technica…

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