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1202 - The Human Factors PodcastTalking with the CIEHF President - An interview with Martin ThodyBarry chats with long time friend of the show, and current President of the Chartered Institute or Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF), Martin Thody. He shares his HF journey since his last interview, and reflects on his time as President.
2026-02-1952 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastUX, HF and Defence, an interview with Matt OdellBarry Kirby chats to Matt Odell, MD of MILUX, about UX in defence, and the relationship with Human Factors.
2026-01-251h 00
Aeromedical Rescue & RetrievalEp 14 - Dr Barry Kirby AO & Nurse Kila Dobo Koupere. Saving mothers and babies in remote PNG.Few people embark on mid-life career changes as dramatic and inspiring as Dr Barry Kirby AO.Barry was a 40-year-old carpenter working in Papua New Guinea (PNG) when he witnessed the devastating preventable death of a woman who was outcast from her village.He decided there and then that PNG needed more doctors than carpenters; that he needed to study medicine; and return as a rural doctor in PNG. It took 2 degree’s and 12 years and he kept his word.Mothers having difficulty in childbirth is a challenge for rural doctor in PNG so...
2026-01-111h 10
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Interview with State Champion Head Coach Tripp LambThe Strasburg Rams have climbed the mountain top defeating Glenvar in The Class 2 State Title.Josh catches up with Rams Head Coach Tripp Lamb after securing The Class 2 State Championship.PHOTO CREDITS TO AARON K DESIGNS // @AaronKDesigns // https://aaronkdesigns.com/ Stay tuned for more High School Sports coverage to come on The Kirby on Sports Podcast.A huge thanks to our sponsors!Frederick County Parks and Recreation is the Title Sponsor of Kirby on Spor...
2025-12-1907 min
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Interview with Coach Tripp Lamb ahead of The Class 2 State FinalJosh is joined by Strasburg Rams Head Coach Tripp Lamb ahead of The Class 2 State Title against Glenvar. He discusses the big State Semi-Final win against Poquoson and the matchup ahead in the big game in Salem.Stay tuned for more High School Sports coverage to come on The Kirby on Sports Podcast.A huge thanks to our sponsors!Frederick County Parks and Recreation is the Title Sponsor of Kirby on Sports & The Kirby on Sports Podcast. To find out additional information on their...
2025-12-1204 min
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Ryan Rutherford on Strasburg vs Glenvar in The Class 2 State FinalJosh is joined by Ryan Rutherford who is on the call of The Class 2 State Final in Salem between Strasburg and Glenvar to discuss the upcoming matchup and the opportunity to call another State Final.Stay tuned for more High School Sports coverage to come on The Kirby on Sports Podcast.A huge thanks to our sponsors!Frederick County Parks and Recreation is the Title Sponsor of Kirby on Sports & The Kirby on Sports Podcast. To find out additional information on their latest events...
2025-12-1212 min
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Strasburg travels to Poquoson in The Class 2 State Semi-FinalThe Strasburg Rams are headed to The Class 2 State Semi-Finals after defeating Stuart's Draft in The Region Final. Josh is joined by Rams Head Coach Tripp Lamb to discuss the upcoming matchup.Stay tuned for more High School Sports coverage to come on The Kirby on Sports Podcast.A huge thanks to our sponsors!Frederick County Parks and Recreation is the Title Sponsor of Kirby on Sports & The Kirby on Sports Podcast. To find out additional information on their latest events and programs you...
2025-12-0505 min
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Catching up with The Skyline HawksThe Skyline's Hawks season came to an end in The Region 3B Final to Kettle Run. Josh is joined by Hawks Head Coach Heath Gilbert to discuss the matchup against Kettle Run and discussing the season as a whole as well as offseason plans.Stay tuned for more High School Sports coverage to come on The Kirby on Sports Podcast.A huge thanks to our sponsors!Frederick County Parks and Recreation is the Title Sponsor of Kirby on Sports & The Kirby on Sports Podcast...
2025-12-0512 min
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - The Region Final'sWishing you a Happy Holiday Week!For two teams they have earned the right to practice on Thanksgiving Day as they have advanced to The Region Final.The Skyline Hawks defeated Culpeper 14-13 in Overtime and they will travel to face Kettle Run in The Region 3B Championship. The Strasburg Rams defeated Central last week and they will host Stuarts Draft in The Region 2B Championship.Coming up we chat with Ryan Rutherford from The River 95.3 on The Region 2B game between Strasburg and...
2025-11-2831 min
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Postseason Week 2We have reached Round 2 in The Region Playoffs when it comes to High School Football.In Region 2B The Strasburg Rams host Central once again after a first round bye for the Rams. Central defeated Fort Defiance to advance to the next round. In Region 3B Warren County fell to Kettle Run and Skyline defeated Meridian, The Hawks advance as they will travel to face Culpeper County. In Region 4D Sherando was victorious in come from behind fashion to defeat James Wood and Sherando will travel to face George Washington Danville and The Handley...
2025-11-211h 11
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Postseason Week 1We have reached The High School Football Playoffs in Region 2B, 3B and 4D!In Region 2B, The Strasburg Rams are on a first round bye and will play the winner of Central and Fort Defiance. In Region 3B Warren County travels to face Kettle Run and Skyline hosts Meridian. In Region 4D Sherando hosts James Wood and Handley hosts Liberty on SaturdayOn this Playoff edition of Kirby's Kickoff Josh starts the show touching on some of the All District Nominees in The Bull Run District and Northwestern...
2025-11-141h 41
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Week 11It's The Last week of The Regular Season!The Clarke County Eagles fall to Madison County on Thursday and Handley hosts Millbrook on Saturday afternoon.Friday matchups include: Sherando hosting Liberty, James Wood traveling to Fauquier, Warren County hosting Skyline in The River Rivalry, Strasburg hosting Central.Hear from Ryan Rutherford about the Warren County v Skyline matchup and hear more about the creation of The River Rivalry trophy. Dan Gloster joins to talk James Wood and the trip to Fauquier as well as...
2025-11-071h 28
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Week 10Week 10 is upon us!Sherando @ Fauquier is already in the books as Sherando gets a much needed victory 55-7 over the Falcons.Coming up tonight. Clarke County travels to Luray, Strasburg travels to Madison County, Skyline hosts Meridian, Warren County travels to Brentsville, James Wood hosts Handley and on Saturday at noon Millbrook hosts Liberty.Coming up on Kirby's Kickoff you will hear from Coach Ryan Morgan on Sherando's victory over Fauquier, Ryan Rutherford talks about James Wood v Handley plus interviews with Coaches...
2025-10-311h 07
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Week 9Week 9 of High School Football is almost here!Sherando gets set to face Handley at Arrowhead Stadium, Strasburg hosts Clarke County in a Bull Run District Battle, Skyline hosts Brentsville and Warren County travels to face Meridian. James Wood and Millbrook both have byes.Coming up Josh talks with Ryan Rutherford on Strasburg vs Clarke & Dan Gloster on the Sherando v Handley matchup. Josh will also discuss scenarios for who can claim The Barr-Lindon Crimson Apple between Sherando, Millbrook, James Wood and Handley, these scenarios were provided courtesy of...
2025-10-241h 18
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Week 8Week 8 of High School Football is upon us!Sherando travels to face Kettle Run off their bye, Millbrook hosts Skyline, James Wood makes a trip to Liberty, Clarke County hosts Page County, Strasburg hosts Luray, Warren County hosts Fauquier and on Saturday afternoon Handley hosts Manassas Park.Coming up Josh talks with Dan Gloster of Winchester's Classic Country 95.7 as they go around the league. Ryan Rutherford of The River 95.3 as he gets set for any exciting matchup in Millbrook and Skyline, plus interviews with coaches from across the area...
2025-10-171h 27
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Week 7Can you believe that we have reached Week 7 across High School Football? Let's get you set for another week of Football.The matchups in Week 7 include Clarke County hosting Central, Strasburg traveling to Page County, Skyline with a trip to Fauquier, Warren County at Manassas Park, James Wood hosting Millbrook and a very exciting matchup as Handley hosts Kettle Run on Saturday.Coming up Josh talks with Dan Gloster of Winchester's Classic Country 95.7 as they go around the league. Ryan Rutherford of The River 95.3 as he has the call...
2025-10-101h 18
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Week 6Its the first week of October as we enter Week 6 of High School Football.This Weeks matchups include Warren County hosting Liberty, Skyline traveling to Central, Clarke County with a long trip to Central Lunenburg, James Wood traveling to Meridian and a crosstown clash between Sherando and Millbrook at Millbrook High School. Handley and Strasburg are both on byes.Josh gets you set for Week 6 with an Interview with Ryan Rutherford with The River 95.3 on Sherando and Millbrook plus you will hear from. local area coaches to get you...
2025-10-0352 min
The Kirby on Sports PodcastKirby's Kickoff - Week 5It's Week 5 of High School Football in the Valley!Local area matchups for this week include James Wood hosting Warren County, Millbrook on the road to Kettle Run, Sherando hosting Brentsville, Skyline hosting Manassas Park, Strasburg traveling to see Turner Ashby and on Saturday afternoon at The Handley Bowl it's a matchup between Westmoreland and Handley.Josh catches up with Ryan Rutherford about the call of their matchup of James Wood v Warren County on the River 95.3. Dan Gloster joins to talk more about Westmoreland and Handley That plus...
2025-09-261h 09
BBB SharingThe Bottom Line with Kirby & AssociatesJoin the Better Business Bureau team and Phillip Kirby from Kirby & Associates for an engaging conversation on BBB Sharing, your all-in-one platform to learn about the business industry and get all the juicy details!Kirby & Associates: 804-672-7650https://www.bbb.org/us/va/henrico/profile/accountant/kirby-and-associates-cpa-0603-37010091http://kirbycpa.com/
2025-05-2409 min
$100M Exits with Jason KirbyEP 82: How to Build a Startup Advisors | Barry Stamos of Supernova on Scaling & Managing AdvisorsStartup Advisors can make or break your growth. In this episode, Barry Stamos of Supernova shares how to build a world-class startup advisory board, manage relationships, and scale successfully.With real-world lessons from the Tuft & Needle journey and his advisory platform Supernova, Barry dives deep into sourcing the right advisors, setting success metrics, avoiding red flags, and aligning compensation with performance.—------------------------------------------Raising capital?Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here: https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_ca...
2025-04-1742 min
Breakfast With Barry LeeLaser Lights, A Beer Mile, A Walk With Kirby & An Amazing MuleIt's the Breakfast With Barry Lee Podcast Party celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah this week! Barry starts off the show with two sentimental stories about Christmas traditions. One involves a Christmas morning hike in memory of Kirby Lloyd and the other involves a Christmas night visit to the regional jail from an amazing mule named Grace. Next, Brad Veach with the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival invites all to the New Year's Eve Neon Nights and Laser Show in Old Town Winchester. The show wraps up with Jeremy Sanders explaining the art of running and chugging beers at...
2024-12-2321 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors in Government - An interview with Sarah SharplesSarah Sharples, the Chief Scientific Officer for the Dept. of Transport and Past President of the CIEHF shares her thoughts on how Human Factors can engage with Government Policy development and how she champions HF within Government, both directly and indirectly.
2024-11-2551 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastSpace Wales - An Interview with Rosie CaneRosie Cane, Cluster Manager for Space Wales, chats to Barry about what Space Wales is, how it works, and the opportunities for Human Factors and Ergonomics to add value to the sector.
2024-11-0937 min
The CU2.0 PodcastCU 2.0 Podcast Episode 325 Union Credit's Barry Kirby on Embedded FinanceSend a textJust about every credit union wants - indeed needs - new members and that’s exactly what Union Credit focuses on by providing embedded finance tools to deliver a steady stream of new members to participating credit unions.And get this: credit unions sign month to month deals with Union Credit. So it has to perform to keep credit unions. And a credit union can tell Union Credit how many new, approved and funded loans it wants to get this month.
2024-11-0636 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastMeet the President of the IEA - An interview with Andrew ThatcherAndrew Thatcher, the newly elected president of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) shares his background and his vision for the IEA in the next three years.
2024-10-0846 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastWhen Podcasts Collide - Human in the LoopBarry chats with Adam Smith and Rhian Williams-Skingley about their Human Factors Podcast Human in the Loop
2024-09-1559 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastCrossing the Streams - HF across domains with Filip FlorekFilip Florek joins Barry to discuss just how Human Factors tools and techniques can cross be used across domains.
2024-08-3026 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastNeurodiversity in Rail - An interview with Kimberley HardingKimberley Harding shares insights about why understanding and inclusion of Neurodiversity in the Rail sector is important, and provides an insight into the Neurodiversity in Rail Conference.
2024-08-1645 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastCyber Risk Management - An Interview with Bec MckeownBec Mckeown shares her thoughts and experiences of how to manage Cyber Risk in organisations both large and small.
2024-08-0228 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastAerospace Wales and Human Factors - An interview with Rachael BlackburnRachael Blackburn, Director of Aerospace Wales, gives us an insight into the organisation and how HF practitioners within Wales can get involved.
2024-07-1246 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastThink Human - Planning the CIEHF 75thSome of the team behind the upcoming Think Human Exhibition share what its about, what we can expect to see and how we can engage with it. With Mark Young, Ella-Mae Hubbard and Ellie King.
2024-06-2827 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastWhen Podcasts Collide - An interview with Sara PazellSara Pazell is not only a Human Factors practitioner in Australia, and Barry wanted to chat about her perspectives on HF application but she is also a co-host on the Why Work Podcast, and they chat about that too.
2024-06-1348 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastCyber from the Academic Perspective - An Interview with Phil MorganProf. Phil Morgan from Cardiff University shares his experiences of being a researcher int he Cyber Security Domain and what is happening to get ahead.
2024-05-2149 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastTransatlantic Health Human Factors - An interview with Ken CatchpoleKen discusses with Barry, the challenges and similarities of Healthcare Human Factors in both the UK and USA.
2024-05-061h 041202 - The Human Factors PodcastInsights into the Clinical Human Factors Group - An interview with Dawn BensonDawn Benson, the Programme Manager for the Clinical Human Factors Group, gives an insight into the aims and ambitions of the organisation in the future.
2024-04-181h 011202 - The Human Factors PodcastCyber Human Vulnerability - An interview with Laura BishopLaura Bishop gives an insight into Human Vulnerability and risk as seen from the cyber perspective.
2024-04-0933 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors in Air Traffic ControlDr Nuno Cebola and Fran Slater from NATS talks about the application of Human Factors in Air Traffic Control
2024-03-171h 041202 - The Human Factors PodcastEarly HF Careers in Canada - An interview with Madeline ShootMadeline Shoot gives us an insight into what its like being an Early Careers Human Factors Practitioner in Canada.
2024-03-0326 min
Human Factors & Ergonomics (HFE) HubBarry Kirby & his experience in HFE Design and Development in the UKSharon Todd's special guest is Barry Kirby the current President of the CIEHF. He is a Chartered Ergonomist and Human Factors Practitioner (C.ErgHF), Chartered Engineer (CEng), a Fellow of the Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (FIEHF) and a Member of the Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET).Barry has over 17 years’ experience working as a Human Factors Consultant, with skills in user engagement, product design and specification, simulation, trials as well as business and strategy development. As the Managing Director of K Sharp, Barry leads a small but perfectly formed team of researchers and consultants with...
2024-02-1853 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastMedical Human Factors - An interview with Fran IvesThe application of HF in the Medical domain is a slowly evolving field, Fran Ives takes us through the breadth of opportunities and discusses the challenges that practitioners face.
2024-02-1055 min
Two FlogsEp.110 - Calm Down BarryGibbos back and is up and about, tells a yarn about going full Gibbo over the Xmas break, baby moose strikes fear in kids at the park. Kirb has to come to terms with the fact that u for regs rooster Barry is having his way with his poor little show hens. We tackle the age old argument of scrunching or folding and also discuss the alleged act of people standing to wipe 🤢. Moose breaks the news to the boys that he enjoys a cool lime milkshake from time to time! Gus had bitten off way more then he can che...
2024-01-182h 21The CU2.0 PodcastCU 2.0 Podcast Episode 284 Barry Kirby of Union Credit on How to Attract Younger Members...ReallySend a textYou want more young members. That’s because credit unions have an aging problem - the average member age is mid 50s and yet the median age in the US is late 30s.Worse, as people enter their late 50s most have diminished interest in loans but they have high interest in big returns on their ready cash.Which brings us back to the young who of course often have an appetite for borrowing....
2024-01-1743 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastConsulting in Human Factors - An interview with Brendan HazlettBarry talks with Brendan Hazlett about what it means to be a Consultant in the HF world, what the role is about and why he finds it an interesting career route.
2023-11-2643 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHFESA - The Presidents Perspective - An interview with Sharon ToddSharon Todd gives us an insight into her background and career, as well as giving us insights into the challenges for HF in Australia.
2023-10-1555 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastBalancing Academia and industry in Human Factors - An interview with Dr Mark YoungMarks career has experiences from both sides of Industry and Academia and as he goes into his new role, he takes the time to reflect on how both sides can work together.
2023-08-2141 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors Integration - An interview with Trevor DobbinsHuman Factors Integration (HFI) is a critical activity to ensure Human Factors activities are carried out in a planned way and that the appropriate assurance evidence is gathered. Trevor Dobbins shares some of his insights of delivering successful HFI.
2023-07-171h 02Breakfast With Barry LeeMy Dad's Last Life-Lesson and The Kirby On Sports PodcastWith Father's Day coming up on the 18th, Barry reflects on a special life-lesson that his Dad shared with him in his final days. Also on this episode, Barry interviews local sports enthusiast Josh Kirby about his podcast, 'Kirby On Sports'.
2023-06-1213 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastArtificial Intelligence in Hospitals - An interview with Kate PrestonAI is all the rage at the moment, with the advent of ChatGPT and other AI tools hogging the limelight, Kate Preston who is not only studying the use of AI in the health domain but is also the co-chair of the CIEHF special Interest group of AI and Digital In Health gives us some insights from her Phd Studies.
2023-06-0540 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastDriving the CIEHF - An interview with the CEO Ben PeacheyBen Peachey is the CEO of the CIEHF. In this interview he gives us insights into why he was keen to apply for the role, what he has achieved to date and where he sees the Institute going under his leadership.
2023-05-161h 081202 - The Human Factors PodcastNaturalistic Decision Making - An interview with Rob HuttonRob Hutton gives us an insight into Naturalistic Decision Making and how it takes methods out of the Lab.
2023-04-1057 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastJenny Radcliffe - The People HackerJenny Radcliffe gives insights into the domain of Social Engineering and Penetration Testing.
2023-03-2056 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastThe Clinical Human Factors Group - An Interview with Martin Bromiley OBEMartin Bromiley talks about his determination for more Human Factors in the medical domain and the formation of the Clinical Human Factors Group (CHFG).
2023-03-061h 041202 - The Human Factors PodcastWorkplace assessments for Audio and Visually impaired staff - An Interview with Daniel WilliamsDan Williams shares his expertise in the need and value of conducting appropriate workplace assessments for audio and visually impaired staff.
2023-02-2038 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastReflections on Human Factors applications - An interview with Steven ShorrockSteven Shorrock gives us an overview of his career, with candid reflections on significant influences on his career. He reflects on how HF has evolved through his career and gives his thoughts on where it should go in the future.Audio has been remastered to improve quality.
2023-01-301h 05
1202 - The Human Factors Podcast2022 in review - What have you been engaging with?2022 has been a year of, hopefully positive, change, with 20 episodes covering a wide range of topics. In this review, Barry highlights some of the most popular.
2022-12-2816 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastThe CIEHF - behind the scenes - An interview with Tina WorthyTina Worthy is the COO of the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors. She shares with us just how the organisation has achieved so much especially considering the relatively small number of staff, and where she sees it going in the future.
2022-11-2734 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastRail Investigations - An interview with Becky CharlesBecky Charles is an investigator with the Rail Accident Investigation Branch and in this interview she gives us insights into what the role is and how Human Factors is a key component of the overall team.
2022-11-1433 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastProactive Learning - An interview with Dr Marcin NazarukCurrent approaches to defining and understanding safety risk can be seen to rely heavily on incidents occurring or near misses being reported. Dr Marcin Nazaruk talks with Barry about a new approach he is driving called Proactive Learning, or in layman's terms, how we learn from normal work.
2022-10-091h 001202 - The Human Factors PodcastThe Dirty Dozen - An interview with Michael Bates and Gordon DupontMichael Bates interviews Gordon Dupont about the creation of the "Dirty Dozen" the 12 main reasons behind why human error occurs.
2022-09-2638 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastApplying Human Factors on the ground - An interview with Suzy BroadbentSuzy Broadbent is a Fellow of the CIEHF with twenty years experience working in Human Factors across defence, rail and now healthcare domains. She gave the Institute Lecture at EHF2022. This discussion looks back at her career and then dives into how we apply Human Factors methods with pragmatism and reflecting real world circumstances.
2022-08-2944 min2022-08-1554 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors in Iarnród Éireann - An interview with Nora BalfeIarnród Éireann, or Irish Rail, has its own share of Human Factors Challenges, and the person with the challenge of ensuring HF is kept up to standard is Nora Balfe. In this episode, Nora gives us an insight into the breadth and depth of her role and some of the issues she has to deal with.
2022-08-0133 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastRAF Safety and Just CultureOver the past decade or so, the Royal Air Force has been going through a cultural evolution. In this episode, Ian and Avril give us an insight into how the implementation of Human Factors and the attitudes to safety has evolved and the positive impact it has had on the organisation.
2022-07-1852 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHF in Rail - An interview with David GolightlyDavid Golightly is a lecturer at Newcastle University and works in the field of cognitive ergonomics, understanding the factors that make technology and systems fit for the intended user's needs and cognitive abilities. In this episode he talks with Barry about the broad range of work he has been involved in across the rail industry, with a strong emphasis on the passenger experience and understanding the complexity of the rail network.
2022-07-0459 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastThe Surgical approach to Human Factors - An interview with Peter BrennanProfessor Peter Brennan is a NHS Consultant Surgeon in Portsmouth, specialising in head and neck cancer. Barry talks with him to see how he is driving Human Factors approaches from his perspective. To date, Peter has published over 700 publications including more than 80 on Human Factors and patient safety. His HF work has changed the delivery of postgraduate surgery exam delivery in the UK and abroad.
2022-06-2052 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHFES - The Presidents Perspective - An interview with Chris ReidChris Reid is the Human Factors and Ergonomics Boeing Technical Fellow within the Environment, Health and Safety organization at Boeing. He is also the current President at the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES). In this interview, he tells Barry how he fell into ergonomics, some of his achievements and ambitions for HFES and a few hints and tips for Barry for when he takes on the Presidency of the CIEHF.
2022-06-0641 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastErgonomics and Human Factors Conference 2022 - ReviewBarry talks to attendees and some of the key people behind the scenes about putting together EHF 2022 and what they thought of the result.Fair warning, this is the first time ever that Barry has put together a multi-person interview/montage and also first time using a complex media editor (in this case Davinci Resolve). Its not perfect, but certainly gives us something to build on for the next time.
2022-05-2334 min
Conscious Design Podcast™Interview with Barry Kirby of K Sharp on What We Should Focus on If We Want to Preserve the EarthToday Ian welcomes Barry Kirby on the show. Barry starts off by introducing the numerous activities he has been keeping himself busy with. Barry then talks about his research and findings and what we should focus on, if we want to preserve the Earth. Barry and Ian then talk more about their opinions on changes that need to be undertaken first for the future to look better. Barry then talks more about the role of understanding the problem, rather than forcing people to act a certain way that might go against their comfort. Barry also mentions how he managed...
2022-05-1943 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastFarming, Decision Making and IOT - An interview with John OwenIn this podcast, Barry interviews John Owen, Project Manager at Gelli Aur Farm, Coleg Sir Gar, where they teach agriculture students about using future technologies in farming, as well as providing cutting edge research utilising sensor technologies and IOT.
2022-04-1823 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastThe Burning Issue - An Interview with Nick Rutter from Fire AngelHumans are currently blamed for the majority of damaging dwelling fires. An underlying reason behind that is a lack of knowledge of how people behave when waking up bleary eyed to a smoke or fire alarm. Nick Rutter, the co-founder of Fire Angel talks to Barry about how they are combining smoke and carbon monoxide alarms with IOT to gain more data into human behaviour and dangerous behaviour and habits.
2022-04-0439 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastSupporting Musculoskeletal Health - an interview with FLX Health and ArcoIn this interview, the topic of musculoskeletal disorders are a leading cause of occupational ill health in the UK, accounting for 30% of all work-related ill health cases and 27% of lost working days. Affecting 14.9 million people nationally, and its costs the NHS over £5 billion per-year for treatment and support.Arco have partnered with FLX Health to bring the FLX app to the UK which not only looks to accelerate the recover process, but also prevent injury in the first place. Barry interviews Rob Lewis, CEO of FLX Health and John Mckindland from Arco to tell us...
2022-03-2133 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors in Healthcare - An Interview with Tony AndreTony Andre is the founder of Interface Analysis Associates and has decades of experience applying Human Factors in the healthcare setting. Additionally he also started the international symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare it 11 years ago and now it is the main event in the field. The latest is in March physically located in New Orleans. (You can still register and attend!) Plus the new human factors in healthcare journal.He is also launching a new Pro Bono initiative for any company working in the ALS space He wants to facilitate FDA...
2022-03-0841 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors in Agriculture - An interview with Jill PootsA domain that has always held an attraction is Agriculture, and even more so with the development of technology that is being utilised to enable fewer people on a farm to do a lot more. From GPS enabled tractors to the use of IOT technology to ensure the soil and water have exactly what is needed and when, as well as being able to predict weather windows for fertilising the land and harvesting crops. But its also a dangerous environment, with heavy machinery that is focused on cutting, mulching, squashing and shredding as well...
2022-02-2130 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastWorking from home - getting serious about furniture - An Interview with Guy OsmondWorking from home has been a necessity throughout the pandemic, but now the idea of Hybrid Working is the "new normal". As we move from necessity to normal, we should also be moving from the dining room chair to something that is going to properly support us. Guy Osmond has been on that journey throughout the pandemic with his ergonomic furniture business, and shares with us what we should be looking for.
2022-02-0744 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastWhat does 2022 hold?An introduction to the 2022 programme, what can be expected and what are the opportunities.
2022-01-1805 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastReview of 2021 - With Jo PolsonWe look back not only at 2021, but at all the podcasts to date and pick our favourites, as well as look at the other statistics such a location and popularity.
2021-12-201h 171202 - The Human Factors PodcastCPD in 2021 - An Interview with Fiona CayzerCPD deadlines are looming for 2021 and Dr. Fiona Cayzer gives us some insights into what we should be doing by the end of December. We also learn about what the Professional Affairs Board does in the CIEHF as well as about how she got into Human Factors.
2021-12-0635 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastWhat goes on under the bonnet of an Ergonomics Conference?An interview with Dr. Nora Balfe, and Dr David Golightly, the co-Chairs of the Conference Proceedings about what goes on in the background of organising the Ergonomics Conference and what 2022 is shaping up like.
2021-11-2821 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastPublic Spaces and Aging Populations - An interview with Prof Charles MusselwhiteAn interview with Professor Charles Musselwhite about his research into the design if public spaces and how we need to be thinking about the aging population. Not only embracing the fact that we all age, but that we should also have enjoyable spaces to engage with as we age.
2021-11-2243 min
The Louisville Cycling PodcastKirby AdamsThe Louisville Cycling Podcast is dedicated to celebrating the people, rides, and events that make Louisville and the surrounding area a great place to be a cyclist! www.barrygary.com Today's Episode Kirby Adams is an area media professional, cyclist, triathlete, runner…you name it! I talk with Kirby about her athletic background, how she leverages her work to promote a healthy lifestyle, and even a little about how to make our cycling community even better! Check out Kirby in her columns in the Louisville Couri...
2021-11-0851 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastConscious Design - An Interview with Ian PetermanIan Peterman is the Author of a new book, Conscious Design which has just launched. Conscious design is a philosophy Ian uses within his team, to create brands and products that restore and sustain our planet. This interview talks about how we can embed through-life thinking in our everyday work. To find out more about the book: https://www.consciousdesignbook.com/
2021-11-0833 min1202 - The Human Factors PodcastWhen Podcasts Collide: Human Factors Cast. An interview with Nick RoomeNick Roome is the creator and main host of Human Factors Cast, a weekly Human Factors podcast that looks at current news and events in the HF domain. In this interview he explains how the podcast came to being, how the different elements of it works, and his plans for the future.Find the podcast website here: https://www.humanfactorscast.media/
2021-11-0140 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastPushing the boundaries of Human Factors - An interview with Professor Paul SalmonPaul Salmon is Professor in Human Factors and is the director of the Centre for Human Factors and Sociotechnical Systems at the University of the Sunshine Coast.In this interview he talks about how his interest in HF was sparked by Football boot design, and then goes on to highlight the research with Transport and Infrastructure he has been doing and the surprising sociotechnical links he and his team have found.Find out more about how to contact Paul here: https://www.podpage.com/1202-the-human-factors-podcast/guests/paul-salmon/
2021-10-2533 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHealth, Fitness and Behaviour Change – an interview with Hec Salgado and José Martínez-AbarcaThe modern trend of rushed lifestyles, fast food and fitness being for those who like to flex it in the gym could be drivers behind what some describe as a health epidemic. Barry Kirby has been on a 13 week journey with the team at FitnessTMB which takes a more behavioural approach and had led to him losing over 2 stone in weight. In this episode, Barry interviews the team at FitnessTMB, Hec Salgado and José Martínez-Abarca, to look under the bonnet of the programme and why behaviour change is at the core of what they do.
2021-10-1138 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastFatigue Risk Management - An interview with Sarah BoothOur Performance can be hugely affected by the amount of Sleep that we get. Yet it is one of those subjects that can be difficult to engage with, never mind manage. In this episode, Sarah Booth, an expert in Fatigue Risk management with Baines Simmons highlights some of the issues and mitigations that should be considered, and from a personal perspective, what we can do to get a good nights rest!You can contact Sarah though LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-booth-73913070
2021-09-2041 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastDeep Dive -Human Factors in Diving with Gareth LockThis episode is a "deep dive" into the Human Factors aspects of Diving (see what I did there....). In this episode, Gareth talks about how he has brought his knowledge of Human Factors into the arena of Diving. In an industry that comprises a huge leisure and tourism sector as well as a military and police angle, Gareth highlights just how HF can play a huge part, as well as how he is overcoming the challenges of developing HF in a new sector.Gareth is the author of the book "Under Pressure: Diving Deeper with Human Factors" and...
2021-09-0635 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastSensory Design, Wayfinding and #WorkshopOnACard - and Interview with Alastair SomervilleIn a Bank Holiday Special, Barry caught up with Alastair Somerville, a Sensory Design Consultant who injects a much broader vision on UX by asking the question of "what are people capable of" rather than what they are not.Alastair also talks about how his approach to delivering workshops, and gives us an insight into how his next series, called 'Workshop on a Card' is going to work. To get in touch with Alastair, his LinkedIn is here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastair-somerville-b48b368/To learn more about the workshops, see here: ht...
2021-08-3050 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastJust Culture - An interview with James HaytonCulture is something that influences everything we do, so having the right culture can really make or break a business. in this episode, Barry interview James Hayton, the Human Factors and Safety Culture lead at Baines Simmons Ltd (https://www.bainessimmons.com/).The discussion looks at what a Just Culture is all about, and how empowering your workforce to say what they think can have real benefits to the bottom line. James talks through the steps involved and how it should be implemented.To contact James, his linked in is here: https://www.linkedin.com/in...
2021-08-2344 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastUsers and Government Digital Strategy - an Interview with Lee Waters MSTo have a successful user experience takes more than just a good user interface, it needs to have the user centred approach at the core of the product and the business. In this episode I talk to Lee Waters MS, who (at the time of recording as there is now an election) is the Deputy Minister for Economy and Transport, and more importantly for this interview, the lead for AI and Digital in the Welsh Government.We talk about the Digital Strategy for Wales and his motivation for driving it. It builds upon the "System Reboot" panel re...
2021-04-1143 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastVR, AR and XR in Human Factors- In discussion with Prof. Bob StoneIn a career that has spanned 41 years to date, Prof. Bob Stone has had significant input into the Human Factors domain as a whole, as well as more specifically the VR, AR and XR field. Despite his claim of being semi-retired, he is still involved in a great number of projects.In this discussion we talk about how he got into Human Factors, his work in the defence industry an then onto his research into Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality, with a focus on not only the evolution but where it will go next.
2021-03-2937 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors on the other side of the world - An interview with Dr Karl BridgesDr Karl Bridges is the Managing Director of HFEx, based in New Zealand. He is a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of New Zealand (HFESNZ) and is a past president too. He is also a fellow of the CIEHF.In a wide ranging discussion, Karl and Barry talk about how Karl came to emigrate to, and make his mark in New Zealand. They also talk about imposter Syndrome, pandemic experiences and how the two countries can support and learn from each other.Underpinning the discussion is the fact that Barry and Karl wor...
2021-03-1751 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastDesign for Everybody - An interview with CIEHF President -Amanda WiddowsonBeing the CIEHF president is no mean undertaking, its a three year commitment, being the face of the Institute and representing members at different meetings and other organisations. But this year has been even more challenging because of the Pandemic. Amanda Widdowson was president-elect when the pandemic started and took over at the 2020 AGM from Bob Bridger.In this interview, we talk about how she has found being president during the pandemic and the unique challenges that has brought. We also talk about her "presidents project", Design for Everybody where she is encouraging everyone to collect anthropometric dat...
2021-03-0142 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastCIEHF Defence Sector Group - An interview with Co-Chair Steve Harmer FCIEHFSteve Harmer is the Human Factors capability lead for BMT Defence and Security. He was the winner of the "H Rowbotham Award for Outstanding Contribution to HFI" in 2015, and possibly his most rewarding role was being Barry's first line manager when they worked at BAE Systems in 2004......(Steve may disagree...)Whilst starting with an Engineering Degree, we learn why he moved to Human Factors, and has never looked back. He is now the co-chair of the new CIEHF Defence Sector Group and we find out how the group came to being. We also look into the future and...
2020-07-0550 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastUsing Cyber in Covid-19 Lockdown – a discussion with Amanda KirbyAmanda Kirby is a systems engineer and the research director of K Sharp. Whilst somewhat of a captive interviewee, she details her career path, and what drove her to engage in a traditionally male dominated workspace. We then discuss how the internet has influenced the lockdown, with both the positive use of various tools that have enabled community activity, and the negatives of conspiracy theories and cyber crime.Amanda's Linkedin is here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-kirby-2a5ba32/
2020-04-1656 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastMeet the CIEHF Chief Exec – Dr Noorzaman RashidMeeting the man with the mission of navigating the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors through the next five years. Dr Noorzaman Rashid is the recently appointed Chief Executive and has a mission to take the Institute through the next part of its journey. Noorzaman took some time to sit down with Barry prior to one of the Council meetings to discuss his background, his drive and motivation as well as an overview of the strategy for the next 5 years. Noorzaman can be found on linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noorzamanrashid
2020-03-1627 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastThe Nuclear Option – An interview with Grant HudsonThis episode looks at the issues surrounding the application of Human Factors in the Nuclear Industry. Barry talks with Grant Hudson, the Head of Human Factors at Cavendish Nuclear. He finds out more about Grants career, ambitions as well as looking in detail at the challenges of delivering HF in the Civil Nuclear environment. Most interestingly we discover what he wants to do with a Washing Machine.Grants Linkedin profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantpublic1
2020-01-2042 min
1202 - The Human Factors PodcastHuman Factors and In-Service DesignIn this episode, Barry starts exploring how Human Factors techniques are being used, perhaps where we don't expect. Taking the interview complexity up a notch, he interviews both Phil Nutley and Chris Avis from CCD Design & Ergonomics. They are utilising both Service Design and Human Factors, taking the best of the tools and methods from both disciplines to deliver positive user experiences. This interview explores how both came from different backgrounds to their current roles, and how the crossover of disciplines delivers for clients and users. Both Phil and Chris can be contacted via email at Hello@Des...
2019-12-1642 min
Tao of Sports PodcastTao of Sports Ep. 103 - Barry McMullin (SVP, Professional Bull Riders, Inc.)
Some of the most dynamic ways to draw an audience come out of the Professional Bull Riders, Inc. Barry McMullin talks some of the ways in which the PBR stays relevant in a fractured traditional media landscape, drawing fans to arenas with a solid price point strategy. McMullin discusses the difference between PBR fans and others, especially on corporate sponsorship activation. McMullin highlights his time with the NBA and some of the marketing concepts which built the foundation of where he is today.
2013-04-2230 min
Tao of Sports PodcastTao of Sports Ep. 75 - Dr. Barry Kahn, PhD. (Founder, QCue, Inc.)
Dr. Barry Kahn founded QCue, Inc., helping foster dynamic ticket pricing’s rise with the San Francisco Giants in 2010. It changed the ballgame, causing front offices to embrace analytics in revenue streams for the first time. Kahn explains how the process of variable pricing works, some of the factors which teams still aren’t doing correctly, and how it can help generate more revenue in a fractionalized world. Kahn does all of this while sitting through the World Baseball Classic at Chase Field, during the Italy vs. USA game. Twitter: @DrKahn
2013-03-2542 min
Tao of Sports PodcastTao of Sports Ep. 40 - Barry Gibson (VP of Ticket Development, Indiana Pacers)In 17 years, Barry Gibson has amassed a wealth of knowledge on how to sell any type of ticket package. His focus remains on strategy and training of new staff, creating different scenarios in order to ensure that every question is answered by a prospect and no business is not served correctly during the process of a sale. Gibson discusses selling tickets during stints at the Indianapolis Speedway, the Detroit Tigers, The Atlanta Hawks, Sacramento Kings, Durham Bulls, West Michigan Whitecaps and Mandalay Baseball Properties.
2013-02-1358 min