Interviews with inspiring researchers from all around the world

In this episode, host Tina Ličková interviews Steve Portigal, a renowned user experience researcher and author. They discuss the updated second edition of his book “Interviewing Users,” covering changes in the user research field, including cognitive biases, remote research practices, research operations as a profession, in-house research teams, and democratization of user research. The conversation emphasizes adapting to evolving user research dynamics, with Steve’s book as a guide for all levels of researchers.
In this podcast episode, Tina talks with Teresa Torres, a notable Product Management Coach. Teresa discusses the Continuous Discovery Framework, addressing the skepticism she’s faced from the research community. She emphasizes customer-centric methods and the necessity for product teams to conduct efficient research. Key topics include research democratization, researcher roles in product development, and balancing diverse customer insights.
Maria Panagiotidi, with a background in Cognitive Psychology and Cyberpsychology, explores cultural sensitivity in UX research. She discusses the role of culture in communication during research and offers insights on inclusivity and generational differences in work culture.
Mirjam De Klepper is a UX researcher and strategist, with expertise in digital health, currently working as a Strategic Advisor at uxcon Vienna.
Nikki Anderson-Stanier is a passionate user research expert dedicated to empowering UX professionals through her extensive knowledge and community-building efforts.
Aurelia Alston leverages her experience as a Product Researcher to drive impact in both large corporations and startups, emphasizing scalable research practices.
Zariah Cameron is an Equity Centered UX Strategist at Ally Financial and founder of the AEI Design Program, committed to promoting equity in design and bolstering Black design college students for industry achievement.
Kathleen Asjes is a dedicated Research and Insights Leader, guiding businesses in their evolution from data-driven to insights-informed, and empowering global research teams through her company, Stippen, leveraging her extensive experience across diverse sectors including Fintech, e-commerce, and Media.
Yao Adantor is a user experience professional with a proven track record in creating exceptional user-centered solutions.
Erica Jorgensen is a content professional and author specializing in content strategy, content and web analytics and UX content design.
Evie Gavrilovich leverages her years of startup experience as well as her psychotherapy qualifications to optimize customer relationships, boost satisfaction, and elevate product value through strategic research and user-centric solutions.
Mike Green MBPsS is a seasoned User Experience Research leader with extensive experience in agile transformations across UK public sector and government departments, including GDS, as well as Fintech startups.
Elke Wiss, founder of De Denksmederij, is a professional dedicated to fostering critical thinking and creativity, authoring “How to Know Everything” to empower individuals and organizations.
Darren Hood is a highly accomplished UX design expert with nearly three decades of experience and a deep commitment to excellence in user experience and design operations.
Julian Della Mattia is a seasoned UX Research Lead, specializing in helping startups build effective research practices from the ground up.
Elham Mohtashamzadeh is a dedicated researcher in gender studies, sociology, and film studies, focused on women’s rights and LGBTQ+ issues in the Middle East.
Sina Schreiber is a UX Researcher and Content Strategist, blending her skills in user experience design, user research, digital strategy, and project management to create user-centered insights and aesthetically appealing designs that drive superior product experiences.
Dr. Gyles is a clinical UX strategist with a decade of healthcare experience, focusing on international collaborations to shape user experiences that benefit both clinicians and patients.
Tjaša is an internationally renowned digital health speaker and moderator, known for her expertise in global healthcare digitalization, telemedicine, and her role as the founder and host of the highly-rated Faces of Digital Health podcast, where she explores the evolving landscape of digital healthcare with top industry experts.
Sayali Phatak is a senior UX researcher with a background in digital health and a strong focus on designing solutions for health promotion and behavior change.
James McKinnon is an accomplished Service Design and Innovation Consultant and the founder of “You. Me. Us. We.,” a user experience research agency focused on shaping the future of healthcare through innovation and equitable care delivery.
Michaela Mora is a highly skilled mixed-method researcher with extensive international experience, specializing in user experience and market research.
Welcome to Episode 7 of UX Research Geeks, the second part of our two-part series about UX research in Africa. In this episode, we welcome Elizabeth, a seasoned researcher from YUX Design, who, alongside Camille, the founder of the agency, explores the diverse landscape of UX research across the continent.
Camille Kramer Courbariaux is a Co-founder of YUX, specializing in user research and leading research teams across various industries, with a focus on designing products and services for the African market.
Stéphanie is a versatile UX Researcher and Product Designer specializing in user-centered solutions for Enterprise UX, with a passion for sharing insights through speaking engagements and workshops.
Debbie Levitt, CXO of Delta CX, specializes in guiding companies of all sizes toward customer-centricity using Agile and Lean principles.
Kevin Liang is an accomplished UX researcher and educator with a diverse background, spanning biology, behavioral research, and extensive roles at major tech companies. He is renowned for his creation of the “Zero to UX” course.
Meet Laurie Dutheil and Jessica Pidoux, the spotlight of this UX Research Geeks episode. Jessica, a digital humanities engineer, and Laurie, a Paris-based dating coach, unite their expertise for a dating app research study. Join us as they share their fascinating insights on research, technology, and love coaching.
Nick Morgan-Jones is a Senior Product Designer based in Berlin, experienced in solving design challenges for startups, consultancies, agencies, and corporates.