ProjectUX Podcast

In the first episode since the Coronavirus outbreak, we ask a lot of question about how this is effecting various media related industries.

How is it effecting the video industry? Is this an opportunity to create media in more creative ways using virtualized environments like AR and VR? 

What about meetings? Will more and more meetings be done remotely using apps like Zoom? What about conferences? Are there reasons to even have face-to-face meetings and conferences?

And, as usual, Cheenu pimps the potential of chatbots, which leads us to the thought, “Is Siri’s voice sexy?”.

Things do get a little political in talking about the Coronavirus situation so...beware!

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Joining us on the podcast is magician James Munton. We talk at length about what it takes to create great experiences with magic and how that world parallels with UX design practices. Later, we talk about his podcast, AppleSauced, a podcast about technology, life, and beer. We chat a bit about how people’s experience with beer have changed, especially with the resurgence of local microbrews. And, being that James is from England, we talk about the difference between the US and UK pub scene.

Links:

• AppleSauced
• James Munton - Magician

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We're revisiting fitness for the New Year and making our own resolutions. Jeff and Chenu share what they're doing with their own fitness and how UX plays a part in all that. We take a look at what's happening with virtualization of indoor cycling and rowing. We also talk about how the Nintendo Switch can help you with your fitness by playing games like Ring Fit Adventure. As usual, the conversation goes into unknown territory and deeper dives.

Links:

• Zwift
• The Sufferfest
• TrainerRoad
• Peloton
• Bowflex C6
• Schwinn IC4
• Tacx Neo Bike
• Wattbike Atom
• Wahoo KICKR Bike
• Engadget: Echelon made a more-affordable smart rowing machine
• Hydrow: The Live Outdoor Reality Rower
• SmartGym
• GymPact
• TRX Suspension Training
• DC Rainmaker: Garmin’s Biggest Competitor Is Their Own Software Instability
• Design Doc’s Favorite Games of the Year - Fire Emblem, Ring Fit Adventure, and Yooka-Laylee - YouTube
• Ring Fit Adventure - What Does a Professional Trainer Think About this Workout Game? - YouTube
• Medium: Use Temptation Bundling to Create Better Habits - UPENN
• Using Behavioral Science to Build an Exercise Habit - Scientific American

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Dominos Pizza is in the news regarding a potential case involving the accessibility of their website, one that could be a landmark case if it goes to  the Supreme Court. Join Jeff Whitfield, Seda Maurer, and Greg Rutledge as they talk about this case and what it means for the future of accessibility standards.

Links:

• Domino’s Pizza delivers a case to the US Supreme Court
• Should websites be accessible to everyone? Domino’s says no
• Domino’s asks the Supreme Court to shut down a lawsuit requiring its website be accessible to blind people
• Target to pay $6 million to settle site accessibility suit

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Surveys are a great tool for UX research and can be useful in finding answers to many questions you might have about your users. But they can also be misused and misunderstood. In this episode, we talk about the different types of surveys, best uses and practices, as well as some of the tools used to create them. Anne Badt joins us for the first time along with Jeff Whitfield, Rob Andrews, and Cheenu Chari for a wonderful discussion.

Links:

• The Essential Guide to Writing Effective Survey Questions
• 7 Survey Incentives That Get Respondents Every Time

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Jeff and Rob dive into the problem of startup fraud. The discussion starts with the story of the rise and fall of Theranos, a company that has gone on to have an influence on other similar startups. Both Jeff and Rob share a few personal stories about instances where they saw potential startup fraud.

Links:

• The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley
• Blood-Test Startups Try to Crawl Out From the Shadow of Elizabeth Holmes
• Redesigning the iQsquare Power Meter

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Jeff and Cheenu dive into a variety of heavy hitting topics. Cheenu talks about the UX of chatbots and AI which leads us into a conversation about quantum computing. We also touch on some user experience related topics with health. We end things with our picks on a negative UX experience. Cheenu talks about his experience with Snapchat and Jeff talks about the UX problems with underwear.

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In this episode we explore the emerging trend of experiential art with a deep dive into Rainbow Vomit, an immersive art exhibit created by lead curator Deanna Theis, Rob Andrews, and other members of ProectUX. Rainbow Vomit contributor Melody Ramey makes her podcast debut in which we cover topics such as service design, the nature of experience in physical environments, the relationship between art and design, and more!

Check out rainbow Vomit on the official website: www.rainbowvomit.com
Get a sneak peak tour of the exhibit from Good Morning Texas: https://www.wfaa.com/mobile/article/entertainment/television/programs/good-morning-texas/explore-rainbow-vomit-in-fair-park/287-287fe5db-cfd9-4acd-ac79-089b055ff1aa

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ProjectUX had the distinct pleasure of attending the Dallas World IA Day event held at UT Dallas. While we were there, we interviewed the presenters as well as one of the organizers including:

• Jennifer Blatz (Organizer, Senior UX Designer, Fidelity Investments)
• LaBoria Willis (UX Operations Manager  Alkami)
• Lana Gibbons (Senior UX Content Strategist, Fidelity Investments)
• Loretta Hudelot (CX Strategist / Researcher, Verizon)
• Courtney Cox Wakefield (Digital Marketing Expert and Speaker, Children’s Health)
• Ben Judy (Head of User Experience, 7-Eleven)
• Brian Sullivan (Design Strategist, Researcher, Award-Winning Designer, College Professor, Author, Speaker, Big Design Conference Founder, Sabre and Big Design)
  
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With Amazon Go locations opening up in a few select markets, the future of the retail shopping experience is likely to change. So we asked the question: What does the future really hold for retail? Jeff Whitfield, Rob Andrew, and Cheenu Chari dig into this topic along with a discussion on why some markets have been failing.

Links:

• Amazon Go is the inevitable evolution of supermarket retail
• The future of retail is not of this Earth
• Performance Bicycle owner ASE files for bankruptcy
• Toys ‘R’ Us lenders cancel auction, plan to revive brand
• Why Best Buy Remains Relevant In The Age of Amazon
• Amazon Vs. Walmart: Who Wins in the Battle of the Behemoths?

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