Human Factors Cast

This week on the show, we talk about how we may never know how video games affect our well-being. We also answer some questions from the community about human factors being “too specialized,” the UX research job market being saturated, and workarounds for posting restricted work examples.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on Applying Human Factors on the ground - An interview with Suzy Broadbent:https://blubrry.com/1202/88116903/applying-human-factors-on-the-ground-an-interview-with-suzy-broadbent/News:We may never fully know how video games affect our well-beinghttps://www.technologyreview.com/2022/08/20/1058328/we-may-never-fully-know-how-video-games-affect-our-well-being/Image Source: PexelsIt Came From:Is human factors “too specialized”? | /u/dxbydy | r/humanfactorsux research saturated? | /u/pekoyamaaa | r/humanfactorsWorkaround posting work examples | /u/hyperhoshiko | r/userexperienceFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com

This week on the show, we talk abou how the world population is soon going to surpass the 8 billion threshold. We also answer some questions from the community about following UX guides or carving your own path, networking to get ahead in your career, and making assumptions on usersCheck out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on Human Factors in Iarnród Éireann - An interview with Nora Balfe:https://www.1202podcast.com/nora-balfeNews:The World Population Is Going to Hit 8 Billion Any Day Nowhttps://futurism.com/the-byte/world-population-almost-eight-billionImage Source: PexelsIt Came From:Should I follow UX guides or my own ideas for UX project? | /u/Metric090 | r/userexperienceIt’s all about who you know not what you know. | /u/Green_Strain_761 | r/humanfactorsIs it ok to assume certain aspects about a user based on other aspects? | /u/Metric090 | r/userexperienceFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.co

This week on the show, we talk about how a surgery-performing robot Is ready for tests on the International Space Station. We also answer some questions from the community about frequency of travel for researchers, getting access to people for interviews, and what matters most for junior positions.Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/255Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on Authoring HF books with Robert Bridger:https://www.1202podcast.com/robert-bridger/News:A Surgery-Performing Robot Is Ready for Tests on the International Space Stationhttps://gizmodo.com/iss-surgery-robot-international-space-station-space-1849365142Image Source: NASA, New Line CinemaIt Came From:How often do UX Researchers travel for research projects? | /u/TinyScientist2382 |  r/UXResearchResearch and interviews | u/Few-Yogurtcloset-885 | r/UXResearchWhat matters most for Junior Designers? | u/HalfOk3263 | r/userexperienceOne More Thing:Get $25 off your first purchase with Stitc

This week on the show, we talk about THE LINE, The City of the Future. We also answer some questions from the community about managers hiring unqualified researchers, where to discuss minutiae of daily work with more experienced colleagues in the industry, and we talk about the most interesting problem/solution we have worked on.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on Human Factors in Iarnród Éireann - An interview with Nora Balfe:https://www.1202podcast.com/nora-balfeNews:HRH Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Announces Designs for THE LINE, The City of the Future in Neomhttps://www.neom.com/en-us/newsroom/hrh-announces-theline-designsImage Source: NEOMIt Came From:Manager hiring unqualified UXRs - thoughts? | /u/JasmineTiger720 | r/UXResearch Where to discuss minutiae of daily work with more experienced colleagues in the industry? (No UXers at my company.) | /u/thequantumlady | r/UXResearch What's the most interesting UX problem/solution you have worked on?

This week on the show, we talk about how to categorize conversational interfaces. We also answer some questions from the community about human factors engineering being considered design, how to run concept testing that isn’t worthless, and we cover some insights from the UXPA Salary report.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on Human Factors in Iarnród Éireann - An interview with Nora Balfe:https://www.1202podcast.com/nora-balfeCheck out our full coverage from this year’s Human Factors in Health Care Symposium:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/blog/2022-international-symposium-on-human-factors-and-ergonomics-in-healthcare-conference-coverage-roundup/News:How to categorize conversational interfaceshttps://uxdesign.cc/how-to-categorize-the-different-conversational-interfaces-98c589a9d0Image Source: PexelsIt Came From:is human factors engineering design? | /u/emmaanderica | r/humanfactorsHow to run concept testing that isn’t worthless? | /u/Choice_Ad_968 | r/UXResearc

Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/HCS2022-RecapRecorded in July, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome with guest Joe Keebler.Follow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/humanfactorscastBuy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hfactorspodcastMerchandise Store: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/p/Store/Human Factors Cast Socials:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/HumanFactorsCastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HumanFactorsCastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanfactorscastTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/HFactorsPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumanFactorsCastOur official website: www.humanfactorscast.mediaReference:Our tools and software: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/p/resources/Our Ethics Policy:https://www.humanfacto

Episode Link:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/252Recorded live on July 21st, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome with Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on RAF Safety and Just Culture:https://www.1202podcast.com/raf-just-cultureNews:Smart textiles sense how their users are movinghttps://news.mit.edu/2022/smart-textiles-sense-movement-0707Image Source: UnsplashIt Came From:Red flag in the job description... Wouldn't want to work for a boss like that. | /u/ReginaSquirrel | r/UXResearchInterview question: Which part of UX are you bad at? | /u/cas18khash | r/userexperienceHow often do you do you find it difficult to recruit candidates for user interview | /u/chirata | r/UXResearchFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: htt

Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/251Recorded live on July 14th, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome with Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on HF in Rail - An interview with David Golightly:https://blubrry.com/1202/86733334/hf-in-rail-an-interview-with-david-golightly/News:NY State is giving out hundreds of robots as companions for the elderlyhttps://www.theverge.com/2022/5/25/23140936/ny-state-distribute-home-robot-companions-nysofa-elliqImage Source: PexelsIt Came From:Advice on working with a solution-oriented (rather than needs-oriented) product team? | /u/responsible_fruit1 | r/UXResearchWhat should I expect from an entry level human factors job interview? | /u/ultimatecookiewizard | r/humanfactorsHow many projects do you work on at any given point as a UX Researcher? | /u/Acernis_6 | r/UXResearchFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:ht

Episode Link:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/250Recorded live on July 7th, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome with & Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast - on HF in Rail - An interview with David Golightly:https://blubrry.com/1202/86733334/hf-in-rail-an-interview-with-david-golightly/News:Here's what it might be like to travel on a double decker airplane seathttps://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/chaise-longue-double-decker-airplane-seat/index.htmlImage Source: PexelsIt Came From:Job titles | /u/IGotQualms | r/humanfactorsHow stressful, demanding, or intense is this job / career? | /u/psykitt | r/userexperienceAn Executive Summary of a User Flow? | /u/buoybuoy | r/userexperienceFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon

Throughout the month of June, we will be releasing Human Factors Minutes focused on the intersection of Human Factors, HCI, UX, and the LGBTQIAP+ community.Guest Read by Human Factors Cast Digital Media Lab member: Katie SaboHFC Pride content:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/blog/pride-2022/Follow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/humanfactorscastBuy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hfactorspodcastMerchandise Store: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/p/Store/Human Factors Cast Socials:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/HumanFactorsCastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HumanFactorsCastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanfactorscastTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/HFactorsPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumanFactorsCastOur o

Join us on Friday, June 24 at 1pm ET for our next HFES Presidential Town Hall. HFES President Christopher Reid and HFES President-Elect Carolyn Sommerich will be joined by Thomas Albin and Farzan Sasangohar along with Human Factors Cast host Nick Roome for an hour long podcast discussing latest HF/E industry news and trends.Leave us feedback on this town hall:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JPPGFYB

Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/249Recorded live on June 23rd, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome with Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast -on The Surgical approach to Human Factors:https://blubrry.com/1202/86230714/the-surgical-approach-to-human-factors-an-interview-with-peter-brennan/News:Google places an engineer on leave after claiming its AI is sentienthttps://www.engadget.com/google-ai-lamda-blake-lemoine-212412967.htmlImage Source: PexelsIt Came From:Ethics | /u/Skate4Xenu22 | r/UXResearchDo you guys it’s a bad idea go to grad school for hci / ux design? | /u/hdk0613 | r/hciHow to proofread your own reports? | /u/xynaxia | r/UXResearchFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/

Throughout the month of June, we will be releasing Human Factors Minutes focused on the intersection of Human Factors, HCI, UX, and the LGBTQIAP+ community.Guest Read by Human Factors Cast Digital Media Lab member: Sofia MottolaHFC Pride content:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/blog/pride-2022/Follow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/humanfactorscastBuy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hfactorspodcastMerchandise Store: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/p/Store/Human Factors Cast Socials:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/HumanFactorsCastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HumanFactorsCastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanfactorscastTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/HFactorsPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumanFactorsCastOu

Episode Link:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/248Recorded live on June 16th, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome & Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast - on HFES - The Presidents Perspective - An interview with Chris Reidhttps://blubrry.com/1202/85648331/hfes-the-presidents-perspective-an-interview-with-chris-reid/HFC Pride:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/blog/pride-2022/News:Researchers study society’s readiness for AI ethical decision makinhttps://www.hiroshima-u.ac.jp/en/news/71302Image Source: PexelsIt Came From:How to deal with know it alls | /u/mysterytome120 | r/UXResearchHorrible UX Interview Experience | /u/wishingfornuggets | r/userexperienceIs SEO User research? | /u/rejuvinatez | r/userexperienceFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: M

Throughout the month of June, we will be releasing Human Factors Minutes focused on the intersection of Human Factors, HCI, UX, and the LGBTQIAP+ community.Guest Read by Human Factors Cast Digital Media Lab member: Katie SaboHFC Pride content:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/blog/pride-2022/Follow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/humanfactorscastBuy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hfactorspodcastMerchandise Store: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/p/Store/Human Factors Cast Socials:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/HumanFactorsCastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HumanFactorsCastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanfactorscastTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/HFactorsPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumanFactorsCastOur o

Episode Link:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/247Recorded live on June 9th, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome & Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast - on HFES - The Presidents Perspective - An interview with Chris Reidhttps://blubrry.com/1202/85648331/hfes-the-presidents-perspective-an-interview-with-chris-reid/HFC Pride:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/blog/pride-2022/News:Construction Safety and Phasing Plans ACRP WebResource 11https://crp.trb.org/acrpwebresource11/Image Source: PexelsIt Came From:Is UX Research recession proof? | /u/shanhartt | r/UXResearchHow much would an internship add to my value in qualifying for full-time roles? And how many should I do before applying? | /u/jwwwcc | r/userexperiencewhat questions to ask PM before starting research project? | /u/Klutzy-Platypus-4208 | r/UXResearchFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https:/

Throughout the month of June, we will be releasing Human Factors Minutes focused on the intersection of Human Factors, HCI, UX, and the LGBTQIAP+ community.Guest Read by Human Factors Cast Digital Media Lab member: Rashod MotenFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/humanfactorscastBuy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hfactorspodcastMerchandise Store: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/p/Store/Human Factors Cast Socials:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/HumanFactorsCastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HumanFactorsCastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanfactorscastTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/HFactorsPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumanFactorsCastOur official website: www.humanfactorscast.mediaReference:Our tools and

Episode Link: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/EHF2022-RecapRecorded in May, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome & Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast - on their EHF coverage:https://www.1202podcast.com/EHF2022-ReviewSpecial thank you to everyone who participated in this conference recap:Aimee FergusonBecky Charles Filip FlorekKate PrestonRyan PriestTina WorthyFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle TrippSupport us:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/humanfactorscastBuy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hfactorspodcastMerchandise Store: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/p/Store/Human Factors Cast Socials:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/HumanFactorsCastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HumanFactorsCastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company

Episode Link:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/246Recorded live on May 19th, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome with Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast - on their EHF coverage (Link will be live starting Monday 5/23)https://www.1202podcast.com/EHF2022-ReviewNews:VR Researchers Have Basically Figured Out How to Simulate the Feel of Kisseshttps://gizmodo.com/vr-researches-simulate-kisses-with-ultrasonic-transduce-1848849489Image Source: PexelsIt Came From:Lucrative fields In UX research | /u/Philosophical_Razor | r/UXResearchWhat does your ideal work environment look like? | /u/shayeyetuh | r/UXResearchApplying to UX Research jobs at Meta - question about my dissertation topic | /u/bluesmaker | r/UXResearchFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary Staff Patreons: Michelle

Episode Link:https://www.humanfactorscast.media/245Recorded live on May 12th, 2022, hosted by Nick Roome with Barry Kirby.Check out the latest from our sister podcast - 1202 The Human Factors Podcast:https://www.1202podcast.comNews:From Butcher Bots to Robo Burger Flippers: 6 Ways the Food Industry's Turning to Tech in 2022https://gizmodo.com/from-butcher-bots-to-robo-burger-flippers-6-ways-the-f-1848845541Image Source: PexelsIt Came From:How much do you think UX/HCI can help in combatting disinformation spread and extremely polarized communities in digital platforms? | /u/thelastmilkbender | r/userexperienceAside from gaining research experience, what can I do to prepare for PhD programs? | /u/a_wagen | r/humanfactorsStruggling with Scope Creep | /u/Trick_Prompt_5613 | r/UXResearchFollow us:Nick: https://www.twitter.com/Nick_RoomeBarry: https://twitter.com/Baz_kBlake: https://www.instagram.com/dontpanicux/Join us on Discord:https://go.humanfactorscast.media/DiscordThank you to our Human Factors Cast Honorary