In this episode, we explore a question that affects all of us: 📌 Are we designing for users who are already exhausted? We wake up and immediately check our phones. We spend hours switching between apps, notifications, and endless feeds. Our brains are constantly processing information, yet focusing for more than a few minutes feels impossible. If digital fatigue is shaping how people interact with technology, what does that mean for UX? Should we be designing less , not more? We’ll dive into: H...
Mar 06, 2025•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast AI is everywhere—but how can companies integrate AI responsibly while ensuring fairness, innovation, and real business value ? In this episode of The Future of UX , I’m joined by Zamina Ahmad , Founder of Shades & Contrast , a consultancy focused on fair and responsible AI solutions . With over 15 years of experience in data science, machine learning, and AI product development , Zamina shares her expert insights on how businesses can leverage AI effectively —without falling into common trap...
Feb 27, 2025•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we explore one of the biggest shifts happening in UX: designing for AI agents instead of traditional interfaces. As AI moves from merely responding to user inputs to making autonomous decisions, what does this mean for UX designers? We discuss the transition from screens and menus to AI-driven user-agent collaboration, the challenges of trust, explainability, and user autonomy, and the new UX principles needed to ensure AI remains predictable, transparent, and adaptable. Key Tak...
Feb 20, 2025•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Find Patricia on Socials 📸 Instagram @ux.patricia 🎨 Linkedin Patricia Reiners 💻 ✨Waiting list for the AI Academy: Learn How to Master AI as a Designer → Get notified when doors are opening again 👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈 → Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 min 💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly...
Jan 29, 2025•2 min•Transcript available on Metacast we’re diving into the top UX trends for 2024 that every designer needs to know. From AI-powered experiences to sustainable design and emerging markets, we’re breaking down the biggest shifts happening right now and sharing practical tips to help you stay ahead of the curve. In this episode, we’ll explore: ✨ The role of AI in shaping the future of UX 🌱 How to make your designs more sustainable and efficient 📈 Designing for emerging markets and new audiences 💡 Emotional design and creating valu...
Jan 16, 2025•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Future of UX , we’re diving into the biggest challenges designers will face in 2025—and what you can do to prepare. From the rapid rise of AI to shifting business priorities and the evolving role of design craft, the landscape is changing fast. We’ll explore why these challenges are happening, how they’re impacting the way we work, and what steps you can take to stay ahead of the curve. Whether it’s learning to collaborate with AI, advocating for user needs in a business-drive...
Jan 09, 2025•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this reflective episode of the Future of UX podcast, we look back at 2024—a year of transformation for the UX industry and beyond. Discover the top UX trends, including AI-powered tools, industry growth, and new design methodologies shaping the future. I’ll also share a 5-step framework to help you reflect on your own year and set meaningful goals for 2025. Along the way, I’ll reveal personal highlights, lessons learned, and exciting plans for the new year—including a deeply personal mileston...
Dec 28, 2024•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Struggling to find the perfect gift for the UX designer in your life? In this episode of the Future of UX podcast, I’ll guide you through a curated list of thoughtful, practical, and inspiring gifts that are sure to spark creativity and productivity. From tools like Time Timer and Post-it Dry Erase Surfaces to inspiring books like "The Design of Everyday Things" , there’s something for every kind of designer. We’ll also explore unique ideas like LEGO Architecture Sets , AI subscriptions , and we...
Dec 19, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Part 2 of Future of UX’s series on AI UX patterns, host Patricia Reiners delves deeper into design strategies that enhance user engagement and transparency in AI-powered products. Discover how advanced patterns like Token Layering, Variations, and Color Schemes are shaping user interactions and offering greater control and clarity in AI systems. With real-world examples and insights from The Shape of AI , this episode highlights the importance of visual cues, multiple options, and interactive...
Dec 12, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Future of UX , Patricia Reiners unpacks the role of UX patterns in designing intuitive and user-friendly AI products. As AI becomes a staple in daily interactions—from virtual assistants to recommendation engines—designers face the challenge of making these complex systems accessible. Join Patricia as she explores foundational UX patterns, such as autocomplete, templates, suggestions, incognito mode, and caveats, with practical examples from The Shape of AI . Learn how these p...
Dec 05, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Future of UX , host Patricia Reiners explores the top skills every UX designer will need to thrive in 2025. With technology moving beyond screens, Patricia breaks down how wearable tech, generative AI, and automation are reshaping UX. Learn how to design for AR and voice commands, leverage AI to enhance productivity, build trust with ethical design practices, embrace sustainable design, and integrate business acumen into your work. This episode provides actionable steps fo...
Nov 28, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Future of UX , host Patricia Reiners delves into the transformative impact of AI on UX design. Discover how AI-powered content generation tools are streamlining the creative process, allowing designers to focus on building more engaging user experiences. We also explore the game-changing potential of AI-driven interface structures, where apps and websites dynamically adjust layouts based on individual user preferences and behaviors. Whether it’s optimizing workflows or cre...
Nov 21, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Future of UX , host Patricia Reiners dives into a topic critical for junior UX designers and students: navigating the changing UX landscape amid tech layoffs and hiring slowdowns. Join Patricia as she explores five actionable tips to help early-career designers thrive despite industry challenges. Discover how embracing AI in UX design can set you apart, why networking is more vital than ever, and how developing a growth mindset can propel your career forward. Patricia also...
Nov 14, 2024•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join host Patricia Reiners in an insightful conversation with Ioana Teleano the voice behind UX Goodies and AI Lead at Miro. Discover Ioana's journey from Instagram beginnings to leading AI-powered design at Miro, where she shares her unique insights on the evolution of AI in UX. This episode dives into the intricacies of designing AI experiences, career advice for aspiring UX professionals, and the critical role of intentionality in a fast-evolving tech landscape. Get ready to be inspired b...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Prepare for a spooky dive into the hidden world of dark UX patterns in this Halloween special of "The Future of UX" podcast. Join host Patricia Reiners as she exposes chilling examples of AI-driven manipulation—from relentless subscription traps to guilt-inducing pop-ups. Explore how AI is transforming dark patterns, enhancing algorithmic urgency, and impacting user trust. This episode tackles the ethical dilemma for UX designers, providing insights on advocating for transparency and ethical des...
Oct 31, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast n this episode of The Future of UX , Patricia explores the latest advancements in AI and their growing influence on user experience design. Highlighting recent innovations like synthetic personas, AI avatars for meetings, and AI-driven tools, she delves into how these trends are shaping the future of UX. Key insights include: AI Personas : Tools now automate persona creation from large datasets, offering speed but requiring caution to ensure accuracy and avoid bias. AI Avatars : AI can now repre...
Oct 24, 2024•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Future of UX podcast, we welcome Ryan Rumsey, founder of Second Wave Dive, to explore the evolving role of design in today's dynamic business environments. Ryan shares his unique insights on design leadership, the importance of understanding business models, and how design maturity must adapt to different organizational contexts. Listeners will gain valuable strategies on bridging the gap between creative thinking and business strategy, effectively positioning themselves i...
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we reveal the three key secrets every designer needs to know for effectively leveraging AI in their workflow—mindset shift, understanding AI’s capabilities, and smart integrations. 💻 ✨AI for Designer 2,0 is open for enrollment for a short time 🎉 Doors will close Sunday October 13th : 6-week Bootcamp to Learn How to Master AI as a Designer → Learn more about AI for Designers...
Oct 10, 2024•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast I used AI to create a podcast episode for me using the content that for the 0€ live workshop on Monday: Master AI as a UX Designer like a pro. Btw you can still sign up and join live on Monday: 👩💻 0€ live workshop : Master AI in UX like a pro 📆 October 7th | ⏰ 6pm CET → Save your seat now I am really curious to hear your thoughts about the AI generated part. Cool oder creepy? 💻 Doors will open Monday: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn How to Master AI as a Designer Doors are opening October 7th: → ...
Oct 06, 2024•6 min•Transcript available on Metacast 👩💻 0€ live workshop : Master AI in UX like a pro 📆 October 7th | ⏰ 6pm CET → Save your seat now 💻 ✨ Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn How to Master AI as a Designer Doors are opening October 4th for the waiting list → Get notified when doors are opening again In this episode of the Future of UX podcast, Patricia Reiners dives deep into the struggles many designers are facing today—burnout, feeling undervalued, and the pressure of keeping up wit...
Oct 03, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast 💻 ✨ Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn How to Master AI as a Designer, Doors open October 4th → Join the waitlist In this episode of the Future of UX podcast, we are joined by John Haggerty, founder and coach at The Product Insider, to explore the intersection of AI, product management, and design. John brings his wealth of experience in guiding early-stage companies from founder-led to market-led approaches, emphasizing innovation through lightweight processes....
Sep 26, 2024•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast 💻 ✨ Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn How to Master AI as a Designer Doors are opening October 4th for the waiting list → Get notified when doors are opening again In this episode of the Future of UX podcast, host Patricia Reiners explores how AI is revolutionizing user research. Discover the benefits and challenges of integrating AI into your UX research process, including tools for market analysis, user interviews, and data synthesis. Learn how AI ...
Sep 19, 2024•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join us for a special live episode of The Future of UX podcast from the Hatch Conference in Berlin, featuring the insightful Emily Campbell, VP at HackerRank and founder of Shapes of AI. Back by popular demand, Emily dives deep into the evolving landscape of UX design in the age of artificial intelligence. In this episode, Emily shares key insights from her recent keynote, exploring the history and rapid evolution of AI from its early roots in cybernetics to today's machine learning models. ...
Sep 12, 2024•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast 💻 ✨ Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn How to Master AI as a Designer → Get notified when doors are opening again In this episode of the Future of UX podcast, we revisit the question: "Is UX still a future-proof career?" A year ago, we explored the initial waves of AI and emerging design tools, but today, the landscape has dramatically evolved. From AI-generated videos and sophisticated design tools like Uizard, to groundbreaking devices like ...
Sep 05, 2024•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Future of UX , I sit down with Marko, a leading design director at IBM iX, to explore the evolving landscape of design and UX in the age of AI. Marko shares his insights on the deep-rooted design heritage at IBM, the impact of AI on design processes, and the importance of continuous learning in a rapidly changing environment. The discussion touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, how designers can stay relevant, and why consulting and business acumen a...
Aug 29, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the "Future of UX" podcast, we dive into how AI is transforming UX design tools and what the future might hold. After a brief recap of the previous episode, where we discussed typical UX tools, the impact of AI, and some challenges, this episode focuses on the future of design tools in an AI-driven world. 🔑 Key discussions include: The Evolving Relationship Between Humans and AI: AI is not just another tool; it fundamentally changes how we interact with technology. ...
Aug 22, 2024•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast 💻 ✨ Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn AI as a designer → Get notified when doors are opening again 👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈 → Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 min 💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights and updates: UX Newsletter...
Aug 15, 2024•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast 💻 ✨ Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to learn AI as a designer → Get notified when doors are opening again 💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights and updates: UX Newsletter Resources from Sophia: 👉 Find out more about OOUX 👉 OOUX GPT called Christine: Try it out here 👉 UIzard OOUX-review on Sophia's youtube channel: Watch it here ...
Aug 08, 2024•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast ✨ NEW Design Visioneers Community: AI for UX Reserach Live Masterclass ✨ Early bird price → Doors are open Resources: Watch the official "trailer" aka promo video 💻 ✨ Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn AI as a designer → Get notified when doors are opening again 👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈 → Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 min 💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights...
Aug 02, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of mental models and their crucial role in designing AI-driven products. Discover how understanding and integrating mental models can lead to user-centered AI applications that not only meet but exceed user expectations. Tune in to learn about the magic of personalized AI experiences, the evolution of user interactions, and the importance of user-centered design. Join us for an enlightening discussion that will reshape your perspective on techn...
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