The episode explore the application of 13th-century philosopher Thomas Aquinas’s ideas to modern-day UX leadership. One key concept discussed is motion, which suggests that change and progress occur when energy or momentum transfers from one entity to another. This is applied to leadership by suggesting that effective leaders transfer their energy and enthusiasm to their teams, inspiring and motivating them towards shared goals. The sources also highlight Aquinas's work in metaphysics and ethics, which emphasise understanding the underlying nature of things and acting in accordance with universal moral principles. These concepts can be applied to UX research by encouraging user-centricity, collaboration, and ethical data collection practices. The sources also provide information on Alessandro Zulberti, a UX researcher who wrote an article exploring these connections between Aquinas's philosophy and modern-day UX leadership.

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