Best Object Oriented Podcasts (2025)

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55. Democratizing Research in the Age of AI (feat. Ned Dwyer, CEO & Co-founder of Great Question) 37:55

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The interest in “customer insights” is higher than ever, and more people are interested in both research insights and carrying out research on their own. But, who’s making sure research is done well? Therese sits down with Ned Dwyer, CEO and co-founder of Great Question, to talk about the balance between access and rigor in UX research. They discus…

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PHPStorm Give Me Occult Vibes 1:51:27

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Wire:Live is next week baby! Listen to this on the plane or whatever. https://wire-live.comBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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54. Designing for Millions of Users (feat. Jay Dutta, Global Head of UX, Deutsche Bank) 34:23

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In this episode, Therese interviews Jay Dutta—Global Head of UX at Deutsche Bank about how designing at scale isn’t just about reaching millions, but about preserving depth: of empathy, culture, and context. With a career spanning Adobe, Flipkart, and MakeMyTrip, Jay reflects on why he’s drawn to complex, broken systems and how those environments o…

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53. Why You're Not Getting Job Interviews (feat. Hang Xu, Design Recruiter) 50:17

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What does it really take to get hired in design today? In this episode, design recruiter and former product designer Hang Xu shares hard truths about what’s changed in hiring, why portfolios miss the mark, and how candidates can better align with what employers actually want. He also talks about his bold new project, OnlyFAANGs.design, where he doc…

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Charles E. Cheese 1:26:06

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We are doing a LIVE, IN-PERSON Livewire community event in Buffalo. Fill out the Interest FormBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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52. Rethinking Users as Ecosystems (feat. authors Mike Youngblood and Ben Chesluk) 46:50

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Who do we really mean when we say “the user”? And who gets left out? In this episode, Therese Fessenden chats with cultural anthropologists Mike Youngblood and Ben Chesluk, who are challenging overly narrow definitions of users in UX. They explore how systems thinking and anthropology can deepen our understanding of complex user ecosystems — and wh…

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51. The Future of Service Design in the Age of AI (featuring Erika Flowers, author of Practical Service Blueprinting) 43:49

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What does it mean to design experiences in a world where pixels are no longer the focus? In this episode, service design thought-leader and author Erika Flowers shares her thoughts on how designers must evolve as AI transforms the tools, processes, and expectations of our work. Erika shares lessons from her journey—spanning early web design, pionee…

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50. Responsible AI Use for Research Analysis (feat. Alexander Knoll, Co-Founder of Condens.io) 41:15

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AI can do more than it’s ever done… but there’s a lot of unfounded hype, especially when it comes to user research. When should you delegate tasks to AI? And when should you insist on keeping the human in the loop? In this episode, Therese Fessenden sits down with Alexander Knoll, co-founder of Condens, to discuss the strengths and limitations of A…

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49. Design Leadership & Org Design (feat. Peter Merholz, co-author of Org Design for Design Orgs) 43:19

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In this episode, Peter Merholz—co-founder of Adaptive Path and co-author of Org Design for Design Orgs—joins us to talk about what it really takes to build and scale effective design teams. We explore the systems, structures, and leadership mindsets that shape successful organizations, the relationships between product and design teams, and how des…

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48. What is Object-Oriented UX (feat. Sophia Prater, Rewired UX) 41:31

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UX practitioners often struggle with shifting requirements and increasing product complexity, making it difficult to design intuitive experiences. Object-Oriented UX (OOUX) offers a structured approach to simplify digital products by focusing on core objects rather than pages or screens. Sophia Prater explains how this method improves usability, re…

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47. Designing AI Experiences: What to Consider (feat. Caleb Sponheim PhD, NN/g) 39:39

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As AI continues to evolve, designers are increasingly finding themselves tasked with creating AI-powered experiences—often without prior experience in the space. In this episode, NN/g UX Specialist Caleb Sponheim discusses the current state of AI tools, what’s working (and what’s not), and how designers can position themselves to navigate this shif…

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Livewire 4 Mind Palace [FIXED] 1:40:24

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The boys envision a world where Livewire components render as PDFsBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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46. Getting Strategic About Research (feat. Kate Towsey, author of Research that Scales) 50:07

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As tech layoffs and budget cuts dominate the start of the year, UX teams are navigating a critical challenge: proving the value of research while doing more with less. In this episode, NN/g Director of Research Maria Rosala sits down with ResearchOps pioneer Kate Towsey to explore how ResearchOps can help teams think strategically about the impact …

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45. Choosing Better User Impact Metrics (feat. Connor Joyce, Author & Behavioral Scientist) 42:11

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Most experienced professionals in the industry will tell you that the best designs don't operate in a vacuum. Yet, most of our measurement approaches do. How do you know you're actually making a measurable impact toward users' long-term goals? Connor Joyce, author of the book, Bridging Intention to Impact, shares his thoughts on how to create and e…

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44. AI & UX Research (feat. Savina Hawkins & Caleb Sponheim) 39:26

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To explore how is AI shaping UX research and analysis, host Therese Fessenden shares two interviews on the topic; one with Savina Hawkins, Co-founder of Altis, and one with Caleb Sponheim, UX Specialist at NN/g. In this episode we explore the opportunities AI presents for enhancing productivity and innovation in UX work, alongside the risks and cha…

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Bonus: Journey-Centric Design: The Evolution of UX Design Operations (feat. Kim Flaherty, NN/g) 36:45

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Product-centric design can be an efficient way to design interfaces, but it can often lead to disjointed and poorly optimized customer journey experiences. Kim Flaherty shares her recent research into journey-centric design, and insights on how a journey-centric design practice can help organizations overcome product-centric challenges. Report:Arch…

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43. Responsible AI (feat. Paige Lord, Sr. Product Marketing Manager at GitHub) 37:16

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With AI developing rapidly, and AI policy often lagging behind, calls for responsible tech design and development are louder and more public than ever. In this episode, Paige Lord offers some insight into ways UX professionals can play a role in creating ethical AI products and services. Learn more about Paige Lord: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c…

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Chop Wood Carry Water 2:35:56

1y ago2:35:56

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https://venmo.com/bewellAVLBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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We just go however long now... 2:18:18

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Darkmode VSOPBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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42. Icons that Work (feat Kate Kaplan, Insights Architect @ NN/g) 35:27

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Icons are popular components to incorporate into digital designs that can help simplify user experiences. But, not every icon is created equal. In this episode, Kate Kaplan shares the latest insights from her research on digital iconography which can be found in her new book, Digital Icons that Work. Learn more about Kate Kaplan: Bio | LinkedIn Her…

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No Revenue. No Agency. 1:22:46

1+ y ago1:22:46

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Kids have it the worst, dude.By Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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41. UX Accessibility and Designing for Neurodiversity (feat. Stéphanie Walter) 36:51

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Accessibility isn’t a novel concept, but in the realm of digital design, it's rare to find a product or service that's truly accessible to a broad audience with many needs. In this episode, Stéphanie Walter shares a bit about what got her interested in accessibility to begin with, what accessibility truly means in UX, some common misconceptions, an…

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We Can't Talk About Anything 1:42:30

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Things are in full swing. There are many things we cannot say. We are both slammed trying to get everything done for Laracon. Which led to this not being put out very quickly.By Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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40. Managing Priorities (feat. Harry Max, author and managing partner at Peak Priorities LLC) 44:10

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“If you squint hard enough, every problem is a prioritization problem.” -Harry Max UX professionals are often faced with the challenge of managing backlogged work and doing so with limited time, budget, and resources. In this episode, we chat with Harry Max about the common misconceptions with prioritization and how to get better at it over time. ⁠…

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Slots. Slots. Slots. 1:25:02

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Why can we not have slots in Livewire components?sBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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39. Cross-Cultural UX Research (feat. Feifei Liu, International UX Researcher) 29:04

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Expanding into global markets is a key priority for companies in today's interconnected world. While many companies rely on translations for their digital platforms, this is just one aspect of effective global expansion. In this episode, we're joined by Feifei Liu, International UX Researcher at NN/g. She discusses the importance of cross-cultural …

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38. User Interviews (feat. Steve Portigal, Research Consultant and Author) 45:43

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In this episode, we dive into User Interviews with Steve Portigal, discussing their critical role in product development and design research. User interviews, a qualitative method, involve conversations with users to gather insights about their experiences, behaviors, and needs. We discuss the benefits of this approach, such as deep user empathy an…

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Sweatshop Season 48:04

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Laracon India. Lets get gross. Sweatshops. Cohort 2By Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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Bonus Episode: Design’s Role as AI Expands (Feat. Don Norman and Sarah Gibbons, VP at NN/g) 33:19

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AI is changing faster than we can sometimes process and will likely do so for a while. The recent tech layoffs have also not spared UX professionals, adding to the uncertainty about our future roles in this rapidly changing environment. While there is still much we don't know about AI, Don Norman, co-founder of NN/g, and Sarah Gibbons, VP at NN/g, …

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(AI) You're Telling me a Shrimp Fried This Rice? 3:46

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This episode was written and recorded by AIBy Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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Soup Season 1:04:02

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We've become addicted to cheap money. Our cheap conveniences are like shifting sands. As VC titans play on our insecurities and whims, only soup stands to sustain us in the world to come.By Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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Recorded Before the Planetscale Thing 1:00:25

1+ y ago1:00:25

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Look we all know there are things to talk about but we recorded this last week before any of that stuff happened!By Daniel Coulbourne & Caleb Porzio

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37. XR: Improving Learning Outcomes 32:15

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Extended reality (XR) experiences hold the potential to transform the way we learn, work, and collaborate. Specifically, it can make educational experiences more interactive, engaging and ultimately drive higher learning outcomes. In this episode, we feature Jan Plass, who discusses the affordances of XR technology, provides examples of XR learning…

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36. AI & UX: Innovations, Challenges, and Impact 45:22

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The surge of AI is currently changing the way we work and live. To avoid feeling left behind, it is important to engage with and understand these tools. This is true for UX designers just as much as almost everybody else. In this episode, we feature Henry Modisett from Perplexity AI and Kate Moran to get two insightful perspectives on the current s…

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35. Wireframing & Prototyping (feat. Leon Barnard, Content Manager, Balsamiq) 37:11

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Wireframing is an incredibly useful design technique to flesh out conceptual ideas and communicate them to others. However, with the advent of powerful prototyping tools, some designers may think of these as irrelevant or outdated practices. Leon Barnard, Content Manager at Balsamiq and co-author of the book Wireframing for Everyone, discusses why …

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Navigating Corporate Evolution: Connamara’s Journey to Product-Oriented Success | Mike Gatny 36:26

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In this episode of Venture unscripted., Josh Barker, Founder and CEO of City Innovations, talks with Mike Gatny, the Chief Operating Officer at Connamara. The episode revolves around Mike’s journey not only in software development but how he helped Connamara shift from service-oriented goals into product-oriented success. ➡️ For more information ab…

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34. Data-Driven Decision-Making and Intranet Design (feat. Christian Knoebel and Charlie Kreitzberg, Princeton University) 43:24

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We often talk about measuring progress, but it can sometimes be harder to do in practice than in theory, especially when you’re combining mixed research methods. However, some teams have managed to not only make sense of the data, but use it to make award-winning designs. In this episode we feature two members of Princeton University’s award-winnin…

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33. Tracking UX Progress with Metrics (feat. Dr. John Pagonis, UXMC, Qualitative and Quantitative Researcher) 44:06

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Measuring a user experience can be intimidating at first, but it's an essential part of determining whether your work is moving in the right direction (and by how much). UX Master Certified Dr. John Pagonis shares his experiences from working with other organizations on measuring UX improvements and interpreting quantitative data. Learn more about …