Human Factors Cast

Nov 14 2024 414 ep. 51 mins 61
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Take a deeper look into the human element in our ever changing digital world. Human Factors Cast is a podcast that investigates the sciences of psychology, engineering, biomechanics, industrial design, physiology and anthropometry and how it affects our interaction with technology. Hosted by Nick Roome, Blake Arnsdorff, and Barry Kirby.

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E305 - Humanoid Robots and the Evolution of Space Fashion

Nov 14 2024 59 mins  
Episode Link: http://www.humanfactorscast.media In this episode of Human Factors Cast, Nick and Barry dive into the latest advancements in humanoid robots, including a collaboration between Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute. They also discuss the exciting new spacesuits developed by NASA in partnership with luxury brand Prada for the upcoming moon missions. The conversa

Let's make a Human Factors Cast GPT

Oct 24 2024 42 mins  
Join Nick Rome and Frank Lacson as they dive into creating a custom GPT tailored for human factors, UX, and HCI professionals, incorporating key standards and guidelines. Highlights include a look at ergonomic design in contexts like X-Wing cockpits and high-speed boats, refining AI capabilities, and examining core human factors engineering principles. Engage with practical advice,

E304 - Click to Cancel, Big Trucks, Hotel Accessibility and Starships, oh my!

Oct 17 2024 54 mins  
Welcome to Episode 304 of Human Factors Cast, this episode dives into the FTC's click to cancel rule simplifying subscription cancellations; new pedestrian safety guidelines for large vehicles; Hilton's partnership with Be My Eyes to enhance accessibility for blind and low vision guests; and SpaceX's groundbreaking achievement in catching a Super Heavy Booster rocket. The conversat

Starting from Scratch: Integrating Agile Mode into HF/UX Research Operations (ft. Nick Roome) - Safe and Effective

Oct 16 2024 89 mins  
Join us in our latest episode of Safe and Effective, where we dive headfirst into the wild and wonderful world of integrating agile development methodologies into HF (Human Factors) and UX (User Experience) research operations, with none other than our friend, favorite human, and podcast bestie, Nick Roome.We kick things off by tackling age-old questions, such as: how to start HF/U

E303 - Human Factors Buffet

Oct 10 2024 57 mins  
In this episode of Human Factors Cast, hosts Nick Roome and Barry Kirby reunite to discuss their podcast's revival, sharing insights from the HFES Aspire conference and interactions with attendees. They preview the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors' 'Think Human' exhibition and introduce Google's AI tool, Notebook LM. The episode also covers our return to podcasti

Bonus episode - HFES Ombuds and Aerospace Systems TG from ASPIRE 2024

Oct 04 2024 16 mins  
In this episode of Human Factors Cast, host Nick Roome interviews HFES organizers at the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) ASPIRE conference, including Sylvain Bruni and Philippe Doyon-Pulin. They share information about the HFES Ombuds program, and the Aerospace Systems Technical Group. Sylvain Bruni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvainbruni/Philippe Doyon-Pulin: https:/

Bonus episode - First Time Experiences at ASPIRE 2024

Sep 26 2024 15 mins  
In this episode of Human Factors Cast, host Nick Roome interviews first-time attendees of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) conference, including Alex Wong, Lilia Bowden, and Algelia Burton. They share their backgrounds, initial impressions, and insights from the event. Alex Wang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-y-wang/Lilia Bowden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maaliy

E302 - EHF2024 Recap

May 16 2024 40 mins  
In this thrilling episode of Human Factors Cast, your hosts Nick Roome and Barry Kirby dive deep into their experiences at the Ergonomics & Human Factors (EHF) 2024 conference, celebrating its 75th anniversary. They explore Barry's journey into the world of rail safety, wearables, and the intriguing world of AI in human factors, sharing valuable insights and future trends. Nick

E301 - Human Factors Cast: The Musical!

Apr 04 2024 128 mins  
In this harmonious and groundbreaking episode, your favorite hosts, Nick and Barry, take a melodious detour from their traditional discussions on Human Factors and Ergonomics. "Human Factors Cast: The Musical!" transforms the complex world of human-centered design into an immersive soundscape, leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence to compose music that encapsulates the es

E300 - Navigating the Future: From Accessible Gaming to AI's Creative Bounds

Mar 21 2024 75 mins  
In this episode, Nick Roome and Barry Kirby, explore the burgeoning world of gaming accessibility tools, envisaging their broader applications beyond gaming, and ponder the implications of AI surpassing humans in creativity tests. The duo also touches on the potential of integrating multimedia into Human Factors discourse, aiming to make it more interactive and engaging for the com