You don’t need a Cajun accent to enjoy this episode, when Jeremy Miller tells us all about his hometown of New Orleans. He explains what makes New Orleans unique, including its complex history as a city shaped by French, Spanish, Caribbean, and African influences, its world-renowned music genres, and the rich culinary tradition that distinguishes between urban Creole and rural Cajun cuisines. Jeremy emphasizes the strong sense of community fostered by the city's architecture with front porches that encouraged neighborhood connections, the friendly culture where strangers greet each other on the street, and the racial diversity he took for granted until moving to the Midwest. He shares what he misses most about New Orleans, and recommends hidden gems for visitors.

Guest Bio

Jeremy Miller (he/him) is a UX designer, strategist, and author of Beyond UX Design: Master Your Craft Beyond Pixels & Prototypes. Through his book and the Beyond UX Design podcast, he helps designers and teams turn complex ideas into meaningful products. His work focuses on mastering the parts of the craft that live beyond the screen, like curiosity, influence, and the human connections that make great software possible.

Links

Jeremy’s website: https://www.beyonduxdesign.com/

Credits

Cover design by Raquel Breternitz.