Experience by Design

Oct 25 2024 107 ep. 65 mins 7
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This is experience by design, a podcast that brings new perspectives to the experiences we have everyday. Does standing in line always have to suck? Why are airports so uncomfortable? What does it mean to be loyal to a brand? Why do you love being connected but dislike feeling tethered to your smart phone? Can we train people to care about the climate? Join Sociologist Gary David and Anthropologist Adam Gamwell on an expedition to the frontiers of culture and business through the lens of human experience. We're here to make sense of the madness with leading psychologists, cognitive and social scientists, entrepreneurs, and business leaders.

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Solar-Powered Experiences with Alex Nathanson

Oct 25 2024 61 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Alex Nathanson and explore the sunny side of solar-powered art. We dive into the real challenges of solar roof tiles, the barriers to wider solar adoption, and the socio-political dynamics that influence renewable energy. Alex shares his innovative work blending art with solar tech and emphasizes how these projects can inspire rea

Communicating Insights and Experiences with Nick Kindler

Sep 27 2024 65 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Nick Kindler of Kindler and Company to the studios. Nick background in improv and theater work comes in handy as he tries to help smart people communicate their ideas to broader audiences. Nick talks about how his work with TedX and the Ted Talk model provide a foundation for his work with those who need help on how to reach other

Disaster Experiences with Patrick Hardy

Sep 13 2024 69 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome "Disaster" Patrick Hardy to the studio. Patrick is a disaster specialist, which isn't as bad as it sounds. Rather than being the source of disasters, he help companies, communities, and people get prepared for disasters. We talk about disaster experiences, and what it takes to be prepared. Part of this is about culture and behavio

People-Centered Construction with Jesse Hernandez

Sep 02 2024 72 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Jesse Hernandez of Depth Builder and No BS with Jen and Jess on YouTube. Jesse takes us through his start as a journeyman plumber and to speaking in front of construction and skilled trades audiences. He tells us about how poor early decisions led him to 12 Step rooms, and how he uses that as a foundation for the themes he covers.

Intelligence and Algorithms with Tyler Schmoker

Aug 16 2024 68 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Tyler Schmoker to the studios. Tyler talks about his journey from military intelligence in the US Army to advising Fortune 500 companies. He talks about how social media is like a psyop that is running all the time. He tells us how you applies his learnings from intelligence to create content that connects and resonates with audie

Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur Experiences with Heather Dominick

Aug 05 2024 59 mins  
We welcome Heather Dominick to the Experience by Design studios to talk about entrepreneurial experiences of highly sensitive people. HSPs have unique characteristics that can make it challenging to succeed in the world of entrepreneurship and leadership. At the same time, they also have certain skill sets and abilities that can make them successful if they can learn to lean into t

Communication and Healthcare Experiences with Jessica Mudry

Jul 23 2024 56 mins  
In this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Dr. Jessica Mudry of the Toronto Metropolitan University, as well as the Healthcare User Experience Lab. Our conversation covers a lot of territory. From challenging traditional academia metrics to promoting participatory action research, this conversation was a masterclass in redefining impact. Whether it's about social media's r

Inclusive User Experience with Oak Theory

Jul 05 2024 71 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Veronica Shelton and Hannah Ryu, co-founders of the UX/UI design company Oak Theory. Veronica and Hannah discuss what led them to found Oak Theory, and how inclusive design principles drive the work that they do. They talk about the challenges of getting buy-in, the importance of capturing diverse voices in user research, and how

Designing Reverent Spaces with Jonathan Cohen

Jun 21 2024 72 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Jonathan Cohen from G & A design. From Apple Vision Pro's risks to AR in museums, we discuss how tech's impact on our perceptions is profound. Jon describes how technology, when used thoughtfully, can create memorable bonding moments. Jon Cohen talks about how interactive elements in memorials and museums shape our collective memo

Matt B Davis and Experiencing Obstacles

Jun 09 2024 68 mins  
On this episode of Experience by Design, we welcome Matt B. Davis to the studios. We dug deep into the world of clickbait, authenticity in storytelling, and the raw emotional journey of obstacle racing. Matt shared insights about his career shift from comedy to entrepreneurship, and his struggle with balancing creativity and monetization. We also explored the powerful community spi