UXR Minds Podcast

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In this new episode, UXR Minds sit down with Dr. Nick Fine, an experienced Principle UX Research consultant & strategist. Nick discusses the current state of UX Research from the shifting perspectives on UXR as well as how UX Research juniors are facing a much different reality to when he started out. Subscribe, follow and share!

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🎙 Co-Design in Context: Unlocking Opportunities Through Collective Innovation Part 3 with Amanda Jensen | UXR Minds Podcast In this final installment of our series with multidisciplinary researcher, designer, and strategist Amanda Jensen , we dive deep into the power of co-design —and what it really takes to make it work in diverse, real-world contexts. Amanda shares insights from her uniquely var...

We're back with this fascinating interview with Lena Kul- Lena is a seasoned design and UX research recruiter, formerly the lead at Miro, where she built a top design team in Europe by hiring product designers and UX researchers from the FAANG companies and other leading brands like Shopify, Booking.com, Spotify, and Zendesk. To deepen her expertise in the field, Lena spent a year as a UX rese...

🔍 In Part 2 of Workshop 3 , Amanda takes us deeper into what it truly means to be a user-obsessed organization — and how that mindset shapes your role, your team, and the entire product development process. If you're in UX or UXR, this one's a must-watch! 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe for more insights from the world of UX research. Don’t forget to share with your UX crew!

In Workshop 3, I invited Amanda Jensen to break down her experiences in UX Design and Research, which translate into her passion and methodology around co-design. She explains why it is so important to involve various stakeholders, engineers, product managers as well as users in the whole design process. Part 1 introduces this concept and sets the tone for the workshop.

In Part 2 of this monthly Espresso UXR series, Dale and Giulia discuss some alternative aspects of UXR - Super powers! What super power would you like as a UX Researcher? Invisibility? Mind reading? Discover Dale and Giulia's thoughts in this episode! They also check out how Giulia described UX Research to her Grandma in an exciting twist and they encourage you listeners to send in any questio...

In this episode of UXR Minds, host Dale Husband welcomes Mary Hatch, UX Research Leader at Cisco with over a decade of experience shaping the field. Mary shares her remarkable career journey while unveiling the essential qualities that define successful UX researchers. She offers candid insights into navigating professional challenges, emphasizing how identifying weaknesses becomes a powerful cata...

In the concluding segment of Workshop 2, Theo shifts the spotlight to a critical yet often overlooked dimension of professional development: personal well-being. While job seekers frequently obsess over resumes, portfolios, and interview strategies, they frequently overlook the most essential asset in their career journey—themselves. Theo explores the dangers of professional tunnel vision, reveali...

In this fascinating episode, we sit down with Alex Knoll, co-founder of Condens, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey and the challenges he faced along the way. Alex opens up about the highs and lows of founding a company and the lessons he's learned through the process. We also dive deep into the current state of the UX Research field, exploring how it's evolving and the shifts happen...

Welcome to a new series on the UXR Minds Podcast! EspressoUXR is where co-hosts Giulia Tumminelli and Dale Husband (host of the UXR Minds Podcast) dive into the refreshingly positive side of UX Research. Feeling overwhelmed by the negativity in the UX field? You're not alone! This monthly series explores the lighter stories behind UX Research – from funny mishaps to uplifting news across the U...

In the midst of UX Research's ongoing transformation, Ned Dwyer, co-founder of Great Question , offers a refreshing perspective on the field's future. From his startup journey to founding a platform empowering UX researchers, Ned shares candid insights on navigating uncertainty, building resilience, and positioning yourself for success in an evolving industry. Discover how to thrive - not...

In this informative episode, we dive deep into the world of UX portfolio reviews with exclusive insights that most candidates never hear. Our expert guest, Theo Johnson, reveals the unfiltered criteria he knows are used to evaluate UX Research and Design portfolios. Discover the portfolio red flags that instantly disqualify candidates, the secret scoring systems used behind closed doors, and the u...

Have you ever considered what is best to focus on early on in your career in UX? Laura Baker shares her lowdown on how to be successful early on in your career as she also deep dives into her early career transitions and challenges. Buckle up as Laura gives an honest review of her feelings towards UX and the field currently.

We're back with our Workshop series, for Workshop number 2 with Theo Johnson! This Workshop will be focusing on jumpstarting your UX career! From building your online presence to looking after your mental health. Theo is a seasoned UX Researcher as well as vocal UXR mentor, most notably via ADP List. Follow Part 1 as Theo takes us through some LinkedIn profile best practices.

In this exciting podcast episode, I sat down with Goodness, an incredible UX Designer based in Nigeria who is revolutionizing the UX design community through powerful mentorship and innovation. As the founder of MGW, a groundbreaking community platform, Goodness helps aspiring designers navigate their career paths and secure their first roles in the competitive UX design industry. What makes her j...

To wrap up Workshop 1, Caleb delves into the best ways to keep up with AI without getting overwhelmed. Amongst all the misinformation and the saturation of news around AI at the moment, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Caleb helps cut through the nonsense and gives some valuable tips on how much to digest and where to get it.

Journey into UX Research with Ruby Pryor Join us for an fascinating conversation with Ruby Pryor, the founder of Rex and accomplished UX Research consultant making waves in Southeast Asia's tech landscape. In this episode, Ruby shares her fascinating journey from seasoned traveller to UX research leader, revealing how her travelling experiences have shaped her approach to user experience and r...

Our most watched release on YouTube is BACK via a remastered audio version! I spoke with the amazing Darren Hood back in October and to kick off 2025 we've cleaned up the audio and giving it a re-release to whet all your appetites for what's to come this year. We discussed Darren's rich background in the User Experience industry and his thoughts on how to the enter the field successfully and avoid...

In this special episode, we're unwrapping the most powerful career insights from three game-changing conversations that had our listeners reaching for their notepads. From mindset shifts to industry truths, these episodes pack a punch for anyone navigating their UX research journey. Amanda Jensen shares her raw and honest take on the power of perspective, showing us how past experiences – even the...

Delighted to be able to share our interview with Aryn, VP of Corporate Services at Fieldwork. We discussed Aryn's journey into the role she is now as well as her insights on the behind scenes at Fieldwork. This gives us an eye opener on how these Research facilities can help UXRs level up their research studies with state-of-the-art locations up and down the United States. We also touch on what sh...

In Part 2 of our "How to Deal with PRESSURE to Adopt AI" workshop, we’re joined by Caleb Sponheim to dive deeper into the challenges UX and UXR professionals face as AI reshapes the industry. Caleb shares actionable strategies for navigating the pressure to integrate AI into your workflows while staying true to user-centered principles. We’ll explore how to balance innovation with ethical practice...

Tune in as Victor Yocco shares his journey into UX and UX Research, offering invaluable insights for early-career UXRs. He dives into common challenges, like mastering effective communication, addressing questions about research decisions, and sharing insights confidently. Whether you're just starting or looking to strengthen your foundation, this episode is packed with advice you won't want to mi...

In this eye-opening episode, I chat with Alejandro Rivas-Micoud, the CEO of Userlytics, in this episode of UXR Minds! Alejandro takes us on a journey from his early career surveying nuclear plants to leading one of the most innovative platforms in user research. We discuss how AI is reshaping the UX field and how Userlytics is making these advancements accessible and intuitive for researchers. Ale...