AI is accelerating faster than any tool cycle we’ve seen before—and most UX teams are reacting the wrong way. In this episode, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore welcome special guest, Matthew Speakman to unpack why tool mastery is no longer a durable advantage, and what actually compounds over time: judgment, learning velocity, and problem framing.

We explore how UX leaders can adapt without burning out, how to evaluate new tools without chasing every shiny object, and why the best designers aren’t optimizing for workflows—they’re optimizing for decisions. If you’re feeling the pressure to “keep up” with AI, this episode reframes the game entirely.

You’ll learn:

• Why tools expire but capabilities compound

• How to build relevance in a world of constant automation

• What skills UX leaders should double down on in 2026 and beyond

• How to adapt without tying your identity to any single tool

UX leadership. Product strategy. Real business outcomes.

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By 2026, everyone has the tools. And that’s the problem.

AI makes it easy to ship faster than ever. But speed without judgment just gets you to the wrong answer sooner. The real gap now isn’t who knows the software. It’s who can think clearly, learn quickly, and turn chaos into decisions.

In this episode, Jason Moore and Ephie Risho take a hard look at what keeps you valuable in an AI-mediated workplace. They break down why tool-chasing is a losing game, what “decision-ready” work really looks like, and which skills compound long after the platforms change.

Along the way, they share:

• Expertise with software is important, but not the most important.

• The difference between faster output and real progress.

• Practical areas to focus on, that stand the test of time and change.,

• Career advice for anyone who doesn’t want to be quietly replaced by a prompt.

This episode isn’t about predicting the future. It’s about not becoming obsolete by accident.

UXPERTS explores the intersection of UX leadership, strategy, and real business outcomes. Hosted by Ephie Risho and Jason Moore. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or learn more at uxperts.info.

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UX isn’t easing into 2026—it’s being dragged there at algorithmic speed.

In this year’s State of UX episode, Jason Moore and Ephie Risho welcome back returning guest Jeremy Miller to break down the biggest UX shifts shaping the year ahead, inspired by the latest trends outlined by the UX Design Institute.

Together, they dig into what’s actually changing (and what’s just hype):

AI moving from “interesting tool” to everyday coworker, UX leaders being pushed closer to business strategy, the quiet decline of process-for-process’s-sake, and why adaptability—not deliverables—is becoming the real UX superpower.

This isn’t a trend list for scrolling—it’s a reality check for designers, leaders, and teams trying to stay relevant while the ground keeps moving.

Jeremy brings his trademark focus on the soft skills nobody teaches—decision-making, influence, and knowing when to fight for UX and when to evolve it. Expect smart takes, candid disagreement, and a few laughs along the way.

UXPERTS is hosted by Jason Moore and Ephie Risho and explores the intersection of UX leadership, product strategy, and real business outcomes. Learn more at uxperts.info or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Play.

Thank you for listening—and for sticking with us as UX keeps reinventing itself.

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How do you design an interface… without an interface?

In this episode, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore tackle Golden Krishna’s provocative idea that the best interface is no interface at all—and then promptly try to break it with real-world stories, bad examples, and a healthy dose of humor.

From voice assistants and motion-triggered lights to invisible workflows and systems that just work, they unpack Krishna’s three core principles:

• Embrace processes, not screens

• Leverage computers instead of serving them

• Design systems that adapt to people—not the other way around

But sometimes stripping away the UI goes too far. When does “simple” become frustrating? When does invisible turn into inscrutable? Expect thoughtful UX theory, honest war stories, and the usual UXPERTS banter as Ephie and Jason explore what happens when the interface disappears—and why that’s both exciting and dangerous.

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In this AMA episode, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore open the vault and answer listener questions about leadership, growth, and the weird, winding paths that shape a UX career. From the defining moments that changed how they lead, to the mistakes they’re oddly grateful for, the conversation moves between heartfelt honesty and that signature UXPERTS humor.

And of course, bad UX examples make an appearance. The kind that sticks with you, teaches you something, and haunts your dreams just a little.

Whether you’re a designer trying to level up, a leader navigating the next stage, or just someone who enjoys hearing two grown adults roast terrible interfaces, this episode delivers insight, vulnerability, and more laughs than an error message written by Legal.

It’s peak ‘Ask-Me-Anything’ energy—unpredictable, thoughtful, and way more fun than a snooze fest.

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Join Ephie Risho and Jason Moore for a lively conversation about The Medici Effect—Frans Johansson’s modern classic on how the best ideas emerge where different disciplines collide. From Renaissance Florence to today’s product teams, they explore how innovation sparks at the intersection of cultures, fields, and experiences.

Expect stories that range from the famous two-ropes experiment to IDEO’s design thinking process and AI-spurred innovation, all woven into what it means for UX research, design, and leadership. The discussion dives into how diversity, cross-domain thinking, and creative risk-taking can break associative barriers and reshape how teams approach problem-solving.

Packed with humor, real-world parallels, and actionable insights, this episode challenges designers and product leaders to stop coloring inside their professional lines—and start creating at the intersections where innovation actually happens.

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So… what happens when recruiting real humans for UX research becomes harder than finding parking at a design conference? You build your own users. Literally.

In this episode, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore talk with technologist and UX researcher Christina Medeiros, who’s doing something that sounds a little sci-fi: using synthetic users—AI-powered personas that test your designs before you even call in a participant.

Christina breaks down how she trained digital personas like “Bailey Blake,” fed them prototypes, and let them loose on early design concepts; catching blind spots, flagging confusing language, and sometimes sounding way too human for comfort.

We dig into when “fake” users can actually improve real research, why human behavior is still gloriously unpredictable (and why that matters), and Christina’s dream of running a dog rescue farm (because UX people have range).

It’s part research, part experiment, part existential therapy session with your favorite UX nerds.

Quote of the episode: “Compliment, don’t replace research.”

So grab your French press, pet your dog, and join us for a conversation about the real future of user research—where some of your users might not technically exist, but their insights sure do.

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What happens when you drop an artist into the land of corporate buzzwords and quarterly goals? Magic — or at least post-it notes that matter.

In this episode, creativity catalyst Melissa Dinwiddie joins Ephie Risho and Jason Moore to talk about building trust, sparking innovation, and making room for play even in the stodgiest workplaces. She shares hilarious stories and handy tips for teams stuck in the loop of “business as usual.”

Learn how to turn fear into curiosity, meetings into experiments, and your office into a place where ideas actually want to show up.

Tune in for a dose of fun, courage, and creative mischief — perfect for anyone who’s ever said, “I’m just not the creative type.”

View Melissa’s website at https://melissadinwiddie.com and her book: The Creative Sandbox Way™. Stay tuned for her soon-to-be-released book: Innovation at Work: 52 Micro-Experiments for Brave Leaders Who Want to Unstick Teams, Spark Ideas, and Build What’s Next.

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