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All Things DesignDesigning the Future with AI – Christina (CJ) Jones on GenAI @canva , Simplicity & Team LeadershipIn this episode, we dive deep into the evolving relationship between AI and design with Christina (CJ) Jones from Canva. We explore how AI is transforming workflows, empowering designers, and reshaping how products are built and used. From upskilling teams, experimenting with tools, and driving innovation, to making AI feel invisible and intuitive for users — this is a masterclass in future-proofing design.
Whether you’re a designer, product leader, or AI enthusiast, this conversation is packed with insights on how to lead with curiosity, adopt the right tools, and build responsibly in the AI era.
2025-06-1649 minAll Things DesignDesigning the Future with AI – Christina (CJ) Jones on GenAI @canva , Simplicity & Team LeadershipIn this episode, we dive deep into the evolving relationship between AI and design with Christina (CJ) Jones from Canva. We explore how AI is transforming workflows, empowering designers, and reshaping how products are built and used. From upskilling teams, experimenting with tools, and driving innovation, to making AI feel invisible and intuitive for users — this is a masterclass in future-proofing design.
Whether you’re a designer, product leader, or AI enthusiast, this conversation is packed with insights on how to lead with curiosity, adopt the right tools, and build responsibly in the AI era.
2025-06-1649 min
All Things DesignFrom Solo Designer to Leading 40+ - Steve Packham on Building Design CultureThis week on All Things Design, I sat down with Steve Packham — Chief Design Officer at Macquarie Group — to dive deep into how to build a thriving design team from the ground up.
We explored what it takes to scale from a solo designer to leading a 40+ person team, the mindset shifts required to lead with empathy, and how to embed feedback, play, and psychological safety into your team’s culture.
Whether you're just starting out in design leadership or scaling a team in a complex organization, this episode is packed with ins...2025-06-0942 minAll Things DesignFrom Solo Designer to Leading 40+ - Steve Packham on Building Design CultureThis week on All Things Design, I sat down with Steve Packham — Chief Design Officer at Macquarie Group — to dive deep into how to build a thriving design team from the ground up.
We explored what it takes to scale from a solo designer to leading a 40+ person team, the mindset shifts required to lead with empathy, and how to embed feedback, play, and psychological safety into your team’s culture.
Whether you're just starting out in design leadership or scaling a team in a complex organization, this episode is packed with ins...2025-06-0942 min
All Things DesignWhy AI Literacy Matters Now — Business Risk, Talent, and the Future of DesignThis week, I sat down with Riley Coleman — design leader, ethical AI strategist, and founder of AI Flywheel — to explore what it really means to build AI literacy inside design teams and organizations.
We unpacked the real risks of waiting, what “trustworthy AI” actually looks like, and how design leaders can guide their teams responsibly through this transformation. This one’s packed with actionable takeaways for designers, product leaders, and execs navigating AI today.
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Key Themes:
— Why design leaders must build AI literacy now
— The business risks of staying still
— Three layers of de...2025-06-0250 minAll Things DesignWhy AI Literacy Matters Now — Business Risk, Talent, and the Future of DesignThis week, I sat down with Riley Coleman — design leader, ethical AI strategist, and founder of AI Flywheel — to explore what it really means to build AI literacy inside design teams and organizations.
We unpacked the real risks of waiting, what “trustworthy AI” actually looks like, and how design leaders can guide their teams responsibly through this transformation. This one’s packed with actionable takeaways for designers, product leaders, and execs navigating AI today.
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Key Themes:
— Why design leaders must build AI literacy now
— The business risks of staying still
— Three layers of de...2025-06-0250 min
All Things DesignThe Future of Design Teams (Unlock Your Team's Potential)This week, I sat down with Brad Alphonso, Senior Manager of Service Design at Bupa, to talk about what design leadership really looks like today.
We went deep on the shift from generalist to specialist, how to communicate design’s value in business terms, and the role leaders play in creating space for real innovation.
Brad brings a brilliant perspective on strategic design, and this one’s packed with takeaways you can apply straight away.
Key Themes:
Specialist vs generalist design skillsets
Design as a business problem-solving tool
Communicating design’s value...2025-05-2648 minAll Things DesignThe Future of Design Teams (Unlock Your Team's Potential)This week, I sat down with Brad Alphonso, Senior Manager of Service Design at Bupa, to talk about what design leadership really looks like today.
We went deep on the shift from generalist to specialist, how to communicate design’s value in business terms, and the role leaders play in creating space for real innovation.
Brad brings a brilliant perspective on strategic design, and this one’s packed with takeaways you can apply straight away.
Key Themes:
Specialist vs generalist design skillsets
Design as a business problem-solving tool
Communicating design’s value...2025-05-2648 min
All Things DesignThe Simple Way to Scale Your Design Team (and Fast!)Join me in this insightful episode featuring Abi Iyer, a leading expert in design leadership and UX team management. We explore practical strategies for scaling UX design teams, building ownership-driven cultures, and hiring critical thinkers over mere problem solvers. Abi provides invaluable insights on why successful scaling isn't about headcount but about cultivating the right mindset.
Key Themes
- Why scaling people doesn’t work
- Building ownership-driven teams
- Problem solvers vs critical thinkers
- Hiring for mindset, not just skills
- Evolving team chemistry for success
Resources
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Key Themes
- Why scaling people doesn’t work
- Building ownership-driven teams
- Problem solvers vs critical thinkers
- Hiring for mindset, not just skills
- Evolving team chemistry for success
Resources
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All Things DesignWill AI Replace Designers? Not If They Learn This…AI is moving fast... but that doesn’t mean designers are done. In today's episode, I sit down with Sharbani Dhar, to unpack what designers must do to stay relevant. We explore human-centred AI, the skills that still matter, and why great design goes way beyond UI.
If you’re a designer wondering how to future-proof your career, this one’s for you.
Key Themes:
Will AI replace designers?
The future of design leadership
Human-centred AI in practice
Accessibility as a strategy
What’s beyond the UI iceberg
Resources:
For more about Torii Co...2025-05-1244 minAll Things DesignWill AI Replace Designers? Not If They Learn This…AI is moving fast... but that doesn’t mean designers are done. In today's episode, I sit down with Sharbani Dhar, to unpack what designers must do to stay relevant. We explore human-centred AI, the skills that still matter, and why great design goes way beyond UI.
If you’re a designer wondering how to future-proof your career, this one’s for you.
Key Themes:
Will AI replace designers?
The future of design leadership
Human-centred AI in practice
Accessibility as a strategy
What’s beyond the UI iceberg
Resources:
For more about Torii Co...2025-05-1244 min
All Things DesignHow To Avoid Burnout (As A Designer)In this episode, I chat with product design leader Lisa Jacquiot about a topic that hits close to home, burnout. Lisa shares her personal story of hitting the wall and how a toxic environment nearly ended her career in design.
We unpack how burnout shows up in creative teams, why designing for stakeholders (not users) is a red flag, and how leaders can spot the early warning signs before it’s too late.
This episode is real, raw, and full of takeaways for any design leader!
Key Themes Discussed:
- Burnout in high...2025-05-0533 minAll Things DesignHow To Avoid Burnout (As A Designer)In this episode, I chat with product design leader Lisa Jacquiot about a topic that hits close to home, burnout. Lisa shares her personal story of hitting the wall and how a toxic environment nearly ended her career in design.
We unpack how burnout shows up in creative teams, why designing for stakeholders (not users) is a red flag, and how leaders can spot the early warning signs before it’s too late.
This episode is real, raw, and full of takeaways for any design leader!
Key Themes Discussed:
- Burnout in high...2025-05-0533 min
All Things DesignFrom Solo Designer to Team Player (The Real Shift)In today’s episode, I chat with Simone Attansio about the real shift designers face, moving from doing it all solo to thriving in a team environment. We dig into the pressure startups place on designers to wear every hat, why that’s unsustainable, and how true impact comes from collaboration.
If you’re scaling your design career or building a team, this one’s packed with insight!
Key Themes:
• Startup culture and solo designer pressure
• The hidden risks of “doing it all”
• Moving from execution to collaboration
• Why real design leadership ne...2025-04-2830 minAll Things DesignFrom Solo Designer to Team Player (The Real Shift)In today’s episode, I chat with Simone Attansio about the real shift designers face, moving from doing it all solo to thriving in a team environment. We dig into the pressure startups place on designers to wear every hat, why that’s unsustainable, and how true impact comes from collaboration.
If you’re scaling your design career or building a team, this one’s packed with insight!
Key Themes:
• Startup culture and solo designer pressure
• The hidden risks of “doing it all”
• Moving from execution to collaboration
• Why real design leadership ne...2025-04-2830 min
All Things DesignHow to Align Design with Business Goals (The Right Way)In today's episode, Scott Howard and I dive into one of the trickiest parts of design leadership, how to measure the impact of your work...
Whether you’re a junior designer or a senior working on strategic initiatives, this chat unpacks how to think commercially, define success metrics, and track real ROI, especially when you’re working as an enabler, not an owner. So many good takeaways in here!
💡 Key Themes
- Commercial thinking for junior designers
- Strategic design in B2B vs B2C
2025-04-2128 minAll Things DesignHow to Align Design with Business Goals (The Right Way)In today's episode, Scott Howard and I dive into one of the trickiest parts of design leadership, how to measure the impact of your work...
Whether you’re a junior designer or a senior working on strategic initiatives, this chat unpacks how to think commercially, define success metrics, and track real ROI, especially when you’re working as an enabler, not an owner. So many good takeaways in here!
💡 Key Themes
- Commercial thinking for junior designers
- Strategic design in B2B vs B2C
2025-04-2128 min
All Things Design50% Failure? Car Group’s Bold Design StrategyWhat if aiming for failure was the secret to breakthrough innovation?In this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Shane Burford, Head of Design at Car Group (parent company of carsales.com.au), to unpack how Shane's team builds risk into their design process to unlock global-scale growth.Shane shares the four-step framework his team uses to validate ideas, why they shoot for a 50% fail rate, and how they turn risky ventures into scalable solutions across markets like Australia, Brazil, and South Korea. 🌏We dive into: ✅ How to align design with C-Suite decision-making✅ Building internal trust a...2025-04-1430 minAll Things Design50% Failure? Car Group’s Bold Design StrategyWhat if aiming for failure was the secret to breakthrough innovation?In this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Shane Burford, Head of Design at Car Group (parent company of carsales.com.au), to unpack how Shane's team builds risk into their design process to unlock global-scale growth.Shane shares the four-step framework his team uses to validate ideas, why they shoot for a 50% fail rate, and how they turn risky ventures into scalable solutions across markets like Australia, Brazil, and South Korea. 🌏We dive into: ✅ How to align design with C-Suite decision-making✅ Building internal trust a...2025-04-1430 min
All Things DesignDesign Leadership: Aligning Teams with Business GoalsIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Andy Warboys, VP of Design at Learnosity, to unpack the real journey of turning design teams into strategic business assets.
From starting as a solo designer to leading a globally distributed team, Andy shares how to build alignment between design and business goals, navigate leadership transitions, foster psychological safety, and harness the power of AI in product development. Plus, you'll hear practical insights on creating a culture of continuous learning and why understanding your team's personalities makes all the difference.
If you're...2025-04-0731 minAll Things DesignDesign Leadership: Aligning Teams with Business GoalsIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Andy Warboys, VP of Design at Learnosity, to unpack the real journey of turning design teams into strategic business assets.
From starting as a solo designer to leading a globally distributed team, Andy shares how to build alignment between design and business goals, navigate leadership transitions, foster psychological safety, and harness the power of AI in product development. Plus, you'll hear practical insights on creating a culture of continuous learning and why understanding your team's personalities makes all the difference.
If you're...2025-04-0731 min
All Things DesignDesign ROI: Bridging User Focus with Business ImpactIn this episode, Joe sits down with strategic service designer Glenn Veugen to explore the deeper purpose of design in business—and why it’s so much more than pushing pixels. From his early days experimenting with 3D modeling to helping businesses understand the return on design investment, Glenn shares how designers can (and should) speak the language of business.
Expect insights on:
Aligning user needs with business goals
Why design leaders must embrace financial metrics
De-risking projects through service design
The power of asking the right questions
Bu...2025-03-3133 minAll Things DesignDesign ROI: Bridging User Focus with Business ImpactIn this episode, Joe sits down with strategic service designer Glenn Veugen to explore the deeper purpose of design in business—and why it’s so much more than pushing pixels. From his early days experimenting with 3D modeling to helping businesses understand the return on design investment, Glenn shares how designers can (and should) speak the language of business.
Expect insights on:
Aligning user needs with business goals
Why design leaders must embrace financial metrics
De-risking projects through service design
The power of asking the right questions
Bu...2025-03-3133 min
All Things DesignHow Data-Driven UX Transformed a Hiring PlatformIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Hector Serrano, Director of Research & Design at JobAdder. Hector shares how he transformed a UI-only team into a strategic design powerhouse, elevating the role of design across the organization.From scaling a design team to speaking the language of executives, this episode is packed with insights for design leaders, UX professionals, and anyone looking to make design matter at the business level.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more conversations with top design leaders!⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Meet Hector Serrano01:00 – Why Hector became a desi...2025-03-2335 minAll Things DesignHow Data-Driven UX Transformed a Hiring PlatformIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Hector Serrano, Director of Research & Design at JobAdder. Hector shares how he transformed a UI-only team into a strategic design powerhouse, elevating the role of design across the organization.From scaling a design team to speaking the language of executives, this episode is packed with insights for design leaders, UX professionals, and anyone looking to make design matter at the business level.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more conversations with top design leaders!⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Meet Hector Serrano01:00 – Why Hector became a desi...2025-03-2335 min
All Things DesignAgile Teams: How Top Designers Drive Major TransformationsIn this episode of All Things Design, we’re joined by Adam Crapp, Experience Design Director at Origin Energy. With years of experience leading digital transformations and building cross-functional teams, Adam shares valuable insights into the evolving role of design in agile environments.
From working with global design teams to leading design efforts at Origin Energy, Adam reflects on the impact of design-led digital transformations and how the design process has shifted over the years. He discusses the challenges of empowering teams, maintaining focus in a rapidly changing environment, and the importance of building a strong team cu...2025-03-1638 minAll Things DesignAgile Teams: How Top Designers Drive Major TransformationsIn this episode of All Things Design, we’re joined by Adam Crapp, Experience Design Director at Origin Energy. With years of experience leading digital transformations and building cross-functional teams, Adam shares valuable insights into the evolving role of design in agile environments.
From working with global design teams to leading design efforts at Origin Energy, Adam reflects on the impact of design-led digital transformations and how the design process has shifted over the years. He discusses the challenges of empowering teams, maintaining focus in a rapidly changing environment, and the importance of building a strong team cu...2025-03-1638 min
All Things DesignThe Design-Led Shift: Uniting Siloed Teams for GrowthCan anyone own insights? How can design thinking shape business strategy? In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Estyn Jones, Director of Insights and Experience Strategy at Who Gives a Crap, to discuss the intersection of design, strategy, and insights.
Estyn shares his journey from nearly becoming a lawyer to leading strategic design at a global brand. They dive into how to break down silos, bring teams together, and communicate design’s value to leadership. Plus, Estyn reveals why storytelling is a superpower for designers and how he uses PechaKucha to sh...2025-03-0934 minAll Things DesignThe Design-Led Shift: Uniting Siloed Teams for GrowthCan anyone own insights? How can design thinking shape business strategy? In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Estyn Jones, Director of Insights and Experience Strategy at Who Gives a Crap, to discuss the intersection of design, strategy, and insights.
Estyn shares his journey from nearly becoming a lawyer to leading strategic design at a global brand. They dive into how to break down silos, bring teams together, and communicate design’s value to leadership. Plus, Estyn reveals why storytelling is a superpower for designers and how he uses PechaKucha to sh...2025-03-0934 min
All Things DesignDesigning Success: Strategy, Vision & the Art of Alignment with James RatsasaneHow do you align product teams, communicate a clear vision, and execute impactful design strategy? In this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with James Ratsasane, former global experience design leader at Aēsop, to explore the role of strategic alignment, vision, and communication in successful product design.
💡 What you'll learn in this episode:
✔️ How James transitioned from fine art to UX and product design
✔️ The power of a strong vision in keeping teams aligned
✔️ Why great designers need to master communication & storytelling
✔️ How to present design work to stakeholders and executives effec...2025-03-0232 minAll Things DesignDesigning Success: Strategy, Vision & the Art of Alignment with James RatsasaneHow do you align product teams, communicate a clear vision, and execute impactful design strategy? In this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with James Ratsasane, former global experience design leader at Aēsop, to explore the role of strategic alignment, vision, and communication in successful product design.
💡 What you'll learn in this episode:
✔️ How James transitioned from fine art to UX and product design
✔️ The power of a strong vision in keeping teams aligned
✔️ Why great designers need to master communication & storytelling
✔️ How to present design work to stakeholders and executives effec...2025-03-0232 min
All Things DesignThe Power of UX: Strategy, Psychology & Business Impact with Renuja MarshallGreat design isn’t just about making things look good—it’s about solving real problems. In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Renuja Marshall, Experience Design Leader at IDP Education, to discuss the intersection of UX design, business strategy, and customer needs.
Renuja shares valuable insights on:
✅ How psychology plays a role in UX design
✅ The balance between quick wins and long-term strategy
✅ Why aligning with business goals is key to success
✅ The importance of customer research and avoiding guesswork
✅ How design systems drive efficiency and consistency2025-02-2323 minAll Things DesignThe Power of UX: Strategy, Psychology & Business Impact with Renuja MarshallGreat design isn’t just about making things look good—it’s about solving real problems. In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Renuja Marshall, Experience Design Leader at IDP Education, to discuss the intersection of UX design, business strategy, and customer needs.
Renuja shares valuable insights on:
✅ How psychology plays a role in UX design
✅ The balance between quick wins and long-term strategy
✅ Why aligning with business goals is key to success
✅ The importance of customer research and avoiding guesswork
✅ How design systems drive efficiency and consistency2025-02-2323 min
All Things DesignHow Better Design Thinking Transforms Businesses with Kelly JenningsIn this episode ofAll Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Kelly Jennings, Head of Research and Design at Reckon, to explore how UX and CX drive business success. Kelly shares her journey into design, the role of organizational psychology in shaping better experiences, and how businesses can build a research-driven approach to improve efficiency.
She also unpacks how aligning employee experience (EX) with customer experience (CX) creates lasting impact and why design is more than just aesthetics—it’s about solving real problems. If you’re passionate about UX, digital transformation, or leading a high-performing design...2025-02-1737 minAll Things DesignHow Better Design Thinking Transforms Businesses with Kelly JenningsIn this episode ofAll Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Kelly Jennings, Head of Research and Design at Reckon, to explore how UX and CX drive business success. Kelly shares her journey into design, the role of organizational psychology in shaping better experiences, and how businesses can build a research-driven approach to improve efficiency.
She also unpacks how aligning employee experience (EX) with customer experience (CX) creates lasting impact and why design is more than just aesthetics—it’s about solving real problems. If you’re passionate about UX, digital transformation, or leading a high-performing design...2025-02-1737 min
All Things DesignHow Nicholas Nelson Is Revolutionizing Westpac’s Digital Design Game!Podcast Description:
Join us as we dive into the fascinating career journey of Nicholas Nelson, Digital Creative Director at Westpac. From his humble beginnings as a landscaper to leading digital transformation at one of the largest banks in Australia, Nicholas shares his unique insights on blending creativity with strategy, navigating the challenges of a massive organization, and crafting seamless customer experiences. Packed with behind-the-scenes stories, industry tips, and a look at how digital design is evolving, this episode is a must-listen for designers, strategists, and innovators alike!
2025-02-1033 minAll Things DesignHow Nicholas Nelson Is Revolutionizing Westpac’s Digital Design Game!Podcast Description:
Join us as we dive into the fascinating career journey of Nicholas Nelson, Digital Creative Director at Westpac. From his humble beginnings as a landscaper to leading digital transformation at one of the largest banks in Australia, Nicholas shares his unique insights on blending creativity with strategy, navigating the challenges of a massive organization, and crafting seamless customer experiences. Packed with behind-the-scenes stories, industry tips, and a look at how digital design is evolving, this episode is a must-listen for designers, strategists, and innovators alike!
2025-02-1033 min
All Things DesignBeyond the Pixel: Connecting Design to Tangible Business Outcomes with Jac DingDesign isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s a powerful tool that drives business success. In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Jacalin (Jac) Ding, strategic design course creator at Maven, to explore how designers can connect their craft to tangible business outcomes.
Jacalin shares her journey from quitting design out of frustration to rediscovering its power through business acumen. She breaks down the key skills designers need to build confidence, communicate their impact, and align their work with company goals. Whether you’re a mid-level designer looking to grow or a leader...2025-02-0332 minAll Things DesignBeyond the Pixel: Connecting Design to Tangible Business Outcomes with Jac DingDesign isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s a powerful tool that drives business success. In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Jacalin (Jac) Ding, strategic design course creator at Maven, to explore how designers can connect their craft to tangible business outcomes.
Jacalin shares her journey from quitting design out of frustration to rediscovering its power through business acumen. She breaks down the key skills designers need to build confidence, communicate their impact, and align their work with company goals. Whether you’re a mid-level designer looking to grow or a leader...2025-02-0332 min
All Things Design🎙️Building High-Impact Design Teams: Vida Asrina Dhulst Unveils her StrategyIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Vida Asrina Dhulst, Head of Experience Design at Endeavour Group, to explore the art of building high-impact design teams from scratch. Vida shares her journey from architecture to digital design, the crossover of design principles across industries, and actionable insights for fostering collaboration, scaling design functions, and driving real business impact. Whether you're a designer, team leader, or just fascinated by human-centered design, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and inspiring lessons. Tune in to learn how to create design solutions that matter!
2025-01-2738 minAll Things Design🎙️Building High-Impact Design Teams: Vida Asrina Dhulst Unveils her StrategyIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Vida Asrina Dhulst, Head of Experience Design at Endeavour Group, to explore the art of building high-impact design teams from scratch. Vida shares her journey from architecture to digital design, the crossover of design principles across industries, and actionable insights for fostering collaboration, scaling design functions, and driving real business impact. Whether you're a designer, team leader, or just fascinated by human-centered design, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and inspiring lessons. Tune in to learn how to create design solutions that matter!
2025-01-2738 min
All Things DesignLawyer-Turned-Designer Reveals Insider Secrets to UX Success at REA!What happens when a law degree meets the world of UX design? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Jo Hagenauer, Senior Product Design Manager at REA, who swapped courtrooms for creativity and carved an unconventional path to design leadership. Jo shares how her background in law shaped her analytical problem-solving skills, the challenges of cross-functional collaboration, and the secrets to embedding design into the heart of a business.
Discover the strategies REA uses to bridge product, design, and tech for seamless innovation, and learn how to future-proof your discovery process without sacrificing efficiency...2025-01-2036 minAll Things DesignLawyer-Turned-Designer Reveals Insider Secrets to UX Success at REA!What happens when a law degree meets the world of UX design? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Jo Hagenauer, Senior Product Design Manager at REA, who swapped courtrooms for creativity and carved an unconventional path to design leadership. Jo shares how her background in law shaped her analytical problem-solving skills, the challenges of cross-functional collaboration, and the secrets to embedding design into the heart of a business.
Discover the strategies REA uses to bridge product, design, and tech for seamless innovation, and learn how to future-proof your discovery process without sacrificing efficiency...2025-01-2036 min
All Things DesignHow Katy Zoghi Uses Data and Empathy to Revolutionize Design at nbn Australia!Podcast Description:
In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Katy Zoghi, Principal Experience Designer and former Head of Experience Design at nbn, to explore how she seamlessly combines data-driven insights with human-centered design to tackle complex challenges.
Katy shares her journey from data analytics to design leadership, revealing:
🎯 How empathy for users AND stakeholders drives better outcomes.
📊 The power of data in aligning design initiatives with business goals.
🚀 Her approach to translating business strategies into actionable design solutions.
Whether you’re a designer, product manager, or...2025-01-1330 minAll Things DesignHow Katy Zoghi Uses Data and Empathy to Revolutionize Design at nbn Australia!Podcast Description:
In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Katy Zoghi, Principal Experience Designer and former Head of Experience Design at nbn, to explore how she seamlessly combines data-driven insights with human-centered design to tackle complex challenges.
Katy shares her journey from data analytics to design leadership, revealing:
🎯 How empathy for users AND stakeholders drives better outcomes.
📊 The power of data in aligning design initiatives with business goals.
🚀 Her approach to translating business strategies into actionable design solutions.
Whether you’re a designer, product manager, or...2025-01-1330 min
All Things DesignBronwen Rees Exposes the Secrets Behind Xero’s Design Revolution!Podcast Description:
In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Bronwen Rees, Product Design Lead at Xero, to uncover the transformative journey that reshaped Xero’s design approach. From overcoming early challenges in her design career to spearheading innovations in mobile usability and team efficiency, Bronwen shares her candid insights into what it takes to succeed in the fast-evolving world of design.
Discover how Bronwen slashed discovery times by 70%, adapted to Xero’s global growth, and navigated organizational changes to deliver cutting-edge experiences. Whether you’re a designer, product manager, or sim...2025-01-0533 minAll Things DesignBronwen Rees Exposes the Secrets Behind Xero’s Design Revolution!Podcast Description:
In this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Bronwen Rees, Product Design Lead at Xero, to uncover the transformative journey that reshaped Xero’s design approach. From overcoming early challenges in her design career to spearheading innovations in mobile usability and team efficiency, Bronwen shares her candid insights into what it takes to succeed in the fast-evolving world of design.
Discover how Bronwen slashed discovery times by 70%, adapted to Xero’s global growth, and navigated organizational changes to deliver cutting-edge experiences. Whether you’re a designer, product manager, or sim...2025-01-0533 min
All Things DesignCristian Vargas Lara, Qoria: Transforming Business with Design ThinkingIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Cristian Vargas Lara, Director of Product Design at Qoria, to uncover how design thinking is reshaping the digital transformation landscape. Cristian shares his journey from blending systems thinking and design to leading transformative design processes at Qoria.
Discover how Cristian has empowered his design team, integrated ideation workshops, and influenced stakeholders to embed design earlier in product development. He offers actionable insights on fostering collaboration, overcoming resistance, and creating a culture where design drives meaningful outcomes.
Whether you're a designer, a product m...2024-12-1639 minAll Things DesignCristian Vargas Lara, Qoria: Transforming Business with Design ThinkingIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with Cristian Vargas Lara, Director of Product Design at Qoria, to uncover how design thinking is reshaping the digital transformation landscape. Cristian shares his journey from blending systems thinking and design to leading transformative design processes at Qoria.
Discover how Cristian has empowered his design team, integrated ideation workshops, and influenced stakeholders to embed design earlier in product development. He offers actionable insights on fostering collaboration, overcoming resistance, and creating a culture where design drives meaningful outcomes.
Whether you're a designer, a product m...2024-12-1639 min
All Things DesignDesign Thinking Beyond Aesthetics: Mohammed El Hassan on Solving Complex Business ChallengesIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham dives deep with Mohammed El Hassan, Head of Product Design at Innovit, to uncover strategies for turning complex design challenges into actionable solutions. Moe shares his journey from starting in print and brand design to leading digital product transformations, highlighting the invaluable role of agility and a broad design foundation. They discuss how design thinking transcends aesthetics to address core business needs, the benefits of fostering a safe space for creative risk-taking, and the critical role cross-functional collaboration plays in driving successful outcomes.
Tune...2024-12-0934 minAll Things DesignDesign Thinking Beyond Aesthetics: Mohammed El Hassan on Solving Complex Business ChallengesIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham dives deep with Mohammed El Hassan, Head of Product Design at Innovit, to uncover strategies for turning complex design challenges into actionable solutions. Moe shares his journey from starting in print and brand design to leading digital product transformations, highlighting the invaluable role of agility and a broad design foundation. They discuss how design thinking transcends aesthetics to address core business needs, the benefits of fostering a safe space for creative risk-taking, and the critical role cross-functional collaboration plays in driving successful outcomes.
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Unscripted DirectEpisode 105 - The 2025 NTC Case (plus, the Scripty Awards!)In Part Two of our Season Finale:The Champagne Mystery (0:00:00). Who's behind the anonymous alcohol?!The 2025 NTC Case (0:03:02). For the first time in the National Trial Competition's 50-year history, the NTC case was written by law school coaches. A day before the case release, the authors -- Matt Woodham, Nick Cotter, Justin Bernstein -- talk about what's different this year.Vexatious Litigants (0:21:53). Texas's Mike Golden and Nova's Joe Lester debate when coaches should receive results. Come for the debate, stay for the physics theory and personal insults....2024-12-051h 06
All Things DesignAligning Design Teams with Business Objectives: Insights from Xero’s Product Design Director, Angus TaitIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Angus Tait, Product Design Director at Xero, to explore the dynamic process of aligning design teams with overarching business goals. With years of experience in product design, Angus shares valuable strategies for bridging customer-centric design with critical commercial outcomes in a SaaS environment. Discover practical approaches to building customer alignment, managing technical debt, and quantifying the ROI of design to drive impactful decisions.
Angus also sheds light on the importance of integrating design metrics with business objectives, from onboarding efficiencies to cost-saving...2024-12-0430 minAll Things DesignAligning Design Teams with Business Objectives: Insights from Xero’s Product Design Director, Angus TaitIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Angus Tait, Product Design Director at Xero, to explore the dynamic process of aligning design teams with overarching business goals. With years of experience in product design, Angus shares valuable strategies for bridging customer-centric design with critical commercial outcomes in a SaaS environment. Discover practical approaches to building customer alignment, managing technical debt, and quantifying the ROI of design to drive impactful decisions.
Angus also sheds light on the importance of integrating design metrics with business objectives, from onboarding efficiencies to cost-saving...2024-12-0430 min
All Things DesignBuilding Global Design Systems: Insights from QBE’s Head of UX Design & Innovation - Gaston GuernikIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Gaston Guernik, the Global Head of UX Design and Innovation at QBE, to dive into the intricacies of building and scaling design systems for global impact. Gaston shares insights from his extensive career in UX, design systems, and innovation across diverse industries. He discusses the importance of user-centric design, balancing efficiency with customization, and the role of AI in shaping future digital experiences.
Join us as we unpack strategies for creating design systems that thrive across multiple regions and cultures, the impact...2024-12-0439 minAll Things DesignBuilding Global Design Systems: Insights from QBE’s Head of UX Design & Innovation - Gaston GuernikIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Gaston Guernik, the Global Head of UX Design and Innovation at QBE, to dive into the intricacies of building and scaling design systems for global impact. Gaston shares insights from his extensive career in UX, design systems, and innovation across diverse industries. He discusses the importance of user-centric design, balancing efficiency with customization, and the role of AI in shaping future digital experiences.
Join us as we unpack strategies for creating design systems that thrive across multiple regions and cultures, the impact...2024-12-0439 min
All Things DesignBuilding Global Design Systems: Insights from QBE’s Head of UX Design and Innovation, Gaston GuernikIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham is joined by Gaston Gernick, Global Head of UX Design and Innovation at QBE. The discussion delves into Gaston’s journey from Argentina to his current role, exploring the evolution and importance of design systems in digital transformations. Through engaging analogies and insights, Gaston shares his expertise on creating efficient, scalable design systems tailored to meet diverse customer needs across global markets.
Discover how Gaston tackles challenges such as cross-cultural differences, stakeholder buy-in, and ensuring consistency. The conversation also touches on the future of design systems and th...2024-12-0239 minAll Things DesignBuilding Global Design Systems: Insights from QBE’s Head of UX Design and Innovation, Gaston GuernikIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham is joined by Gaston Gernick, Global Head of UX Design and Innovation at QBE. The discussion delves into Gaston’s journey from Argentina to his current role, exploring the evolution and importance of design systems in digital transformations. Through engaging analogies and insights, Gaston shares his expertise on creating efficient, scalable design systems tailored to meet diverse customer needs across global markets.
Discover how Gaston tackles challenges such as cross-cultural differences, stakeholder buy-in, and ensuring consistency. The conversation also touches on the future of design systems and th...2024-12-0239 minAll Things DesignAngus Tait - Aligning Design with Business: Insights from Xero's DirectorIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Angus Tait, Product Design Director at Xero, to explore the dynamic process of aligning design teams with overarching business goals. With years of experience in product design, Angus shares valuable strategies for bridging customer-centric design with critical commercial outcomes in a SaaS environment. Discover practical approaches to building customer alignment, managing technical debt, and quantifying the ROI of design to drive impactful decisions.
Angus also sheds light on the importance of integrating design metrics with business objectives, from onboarding efficiencies to cost-saving solutions, a...2024-11-2830 minAll Things DesignAngus Tait - Aligning Design with Business: Insights from Xero's DirectorIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with Angus Tait, Product Design Director at Xero, to explore the dynamic process of aligning design teams with overarching business goals. With years of experience in product design, Angus shares valuable strategies for bridging customer-centric design with critical commercial outcomes in a SaaS environment. Discover practical approaches to building customer alignment, managing technical debt, and quantifying the ROI of design to drive impactful decisions.
Angus also sheds light on the importance of integrating design metrics with business objectives, from onboarding efficiencies to cost-saving solutions, a...2024-11-2830 min
All Things DesignDesign Thinking Beyond Aesthetics: Moe Al Hassan on Solving Complex Business ChallengesIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham dives deep with Moe Al Hassan, Head of Product Design at Innovit, to uncover strategies for turning complex design challenges into actionable solutions. Moe shares his journey from starting in print and brand design to leading digital product transformations, highlighting the invaluable role of agility and a broad design foundation. They discuss how design thinking transcends aesthetics to address core business needs, the benefits of fostering a safe space for creative risk-taking, and the critical role cross-functional collaboration plays in driving successful outcomes.
Tune...2024-11-0738 minAll Things DesignDesign Thinking Beyond Aesthetics: Moe Al Hassan on Solving Complex Business ChallengesIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham dives deep with Moe Al Hassan, Head of Product Design at Innovit, to uncover strategies for turning complex design challenges into actionable solutions. Moe shares his journey from starting in print and brand design to leading digital product transformations, highlighting the invaluable role of agility and a broad design foundation. They discuss how design thinking transcends aesthetics to address core business needs, the benefits of fostering a safe space for creative risk-taking, and the critical role cross-functional collaboration plays in driving successful outcomes.
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All Things DesignLeading Through Change. Aniruddha Kadam’s Lessons from Google, LinkedIn, and ShopifyIn this episode of All Things Design, we sit down with Aniruddha Kadam, a seasoned design leader with experience at Google, Shopify, and LinkedIn. Having recently relocated to Australia from the U.S., Aniruddha shares insights on adapting to new environments, managing change within large, complex organisations, and the growing importance of connecting design decisions to business outcomes. Learn how Aniruddha and his teams navigated major industry shifts, including the transition to remote work during COVID and preparing for the post-cookie world in advertising. Whether you're a design manager or an aspiring leader, this conversation is packed with valuable...2024-10-2924 minAll Things DesignLeading Through Change. Aniruddha Kadam’s Lessons from Google, LinkedIn, and ShopifyIn this episode of All Things Design, we sit down with Aniruddha Kadam, a seasoned design leader with experience at Google, Shopify, and LinkedIn. Having recently relocated to Australia from the U.S., Aniruddha shares insights on adapting to new environments, managing change within large, complex organisations, and the growing importance of connecting design decisions to business outcomes. Learn how Aniruddha and his teams navigated major industry shifts, including the transition to remote work during COVID and preparing for the post-cookie world in advertising. Whether you're a design manager or an aspiring leader, this conversation is packed with valuable...2024-10-2924 min
All Things DesignNavigating Complexity in Digital Change with Ian StokolJoin us on All Things Design as Joe dives into the intricacies of design and digital transformation with Ian Stokol, Head of Design and Capability Lead at Computershare. Ian brings a wealth of experience, discussing his journey from early graphic design days to pioneering solutions in today’s digitally complex world. In this episode, we explore:
The evolution of design and human-centred interaction since the 80s
Balancing change with core human needs in UX
Digital transformation’s impact on large organisations and overcoming legacy system challenges
The designer's role in organizational strategy, aligning with stakeholders, and...2024-10-2939 minAll Things DesignNavigating Complexity in Digital Change with Ian StokolJoin us on All Things Design as Joe dives into the intricacies of design and digital transformation with Ian Stokol, Head of Design and Capability Lead at Computershare. Ian brings a wealth of experience, discussing his journey from early graphic design days to pioneering solutions in today’s digitally complex world. In this episode, we explore:
The evolution of design and human-centred interaction since the 80s
Balancing change with core human needs in UX
Digital transformation’s impact on large organisations and overcoming legacy system challenges
The designer's role in organizational strategy, aligning with stakeholders, and...2024-10-2939 min
All Things DesignBoosting Efficiency in Design with Siray LiIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe delves into boosting team efficiency with Siray Li, Product Design Chapter Lead at Medibank. This episode unpacks how Siray and her team navigate the complexities of process, efficiency, and team culture in design.
Key Topics:
The journey through multiple design process iterations, including the Double Diamond and Google's Design Sprints
Success with the 30-60-90 Design Critique Framework and Why it Improved Alignment and Reduced Project Times
Fostering a collaborative team culture through iterative feedback and co-creation
Lessons in stakeholder engagement and creating a...2024-10-2937 minAll Things DesignBoosting Efficiency in Design with Siray LiIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe delves into boosting team efficiency with Siray Li, Product Design Chapter Lead at Medibank. This episode unpacks how Siray and her team navigate the complexities of process, efficiency, and team culture in design.
Key Topics:
The journey through multiple design process iterations, including the Double Diamond and Google's Design Sprints
Success with the 30-60-90 Design Critique Framework and Why it Improved Alignment and Reduced Project Times
Fostering a collaborative team culture through iterative feedback and co-creation
Lessons in stakeholder engagement and creating a...2024-10-2937 min
All Things DesignBuilding Leadership Skills and Fostering Growth with Simone AttanasioIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with seasoned design leader Simone Attanasio, founder of Therapy for Designers. Simone shares the inspiration behind this unique platform, which helps young designers develop leadership skills and navigate the complexities of their careers. Through Therapy for Designers, Simone creates a space for designers to connect, share their challenges, and grow their leadership mindset in a supportive group setting.
Join us as we dive into Simone's journey, the importance of fostering vulnerability in leadership, and how creating a community of active listeners can empower...2024-10-1414 minAll Things DesignBuilding Leadership Skills and Fostering Growth with Simone AttanasioIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham sits down with seasoned design leader Simone Attanasio, founder of Therapy for Designers. Simone shares the inspiration behind this unique platform, which helps young designers develop leadership skills and navigate the complexities of their careers. Through Therapy for Designers, Simone creates a space for designers to connect, share their challenges, and grow their leadership mindset in a supportive group setting.
Join us as we dive into Simone's journey, the importance of fostering vulnerability in leadership, and how creating a community of active listeners can empower...2024-10-1414 min
All Things DesignNavigating Design Leadership and Industry Shifts with Jason RossIn this episode of "All Things Design," Joe Woodham sits down with Jason Ross, a design leader with extensive experience across various sectors. Jason shares his fascinating career journey, from starting as a hands-on designer to moving into leadership roles, overseeing diverse teams and tackling complex design challenges. They delve into the transition from individual contributor to manager, discussing the importance of mentorship, building strong teams, and developing leadership skills. Jason also touches on the trends in the design industry, including the increasing need for generalist designers and how AI is impacting design processes.
...2024-10-1423 minAll Things DesignNavigating Design Leadership and Industry Shifts with Jason RossIn this episode of "All Things Design," Joe Woodham sits down with Jason Ross, a design leader with extensive experience across various sectors. Jason shares his fascinating career journey, from starting as a hands-on designer to moving into leadership roles, overseeing diverse teams and tackling complex design challenges. They delve into the transition from individual contributor to manager, discussing the importance of mentorship, building strong teams, and developing leadership skills. Jason also touches on the trends in the design industry, including the increasing need for generalist designers and how AI is impacting design processes.
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All Things DesignDriving Digital Transformation in Design: Insights with Benson LowIn this episode of the "All Things Design" podcast, host Joe Woodham sits down with Benson Low, former Head of Design at REA, to explore the intersection of AI and design in driving digital transformation. Benson shares his unique perspectives on how generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT and MidJourney, are reshaping the creative process. He emphasizes the importance of retaining control over design while harnessing the power of AI to enhance efficiencies and scale creative efforts. Benson also dives into the ethical implications of AI in the design industry, highlighting the balance between human intuition and AI-driven automation.2024-10-1423 minAll Things DesignDriving Digital Transformation in Design: Insights with Benson LowIn this episode of the "All Things Design" podcast, host Joe Woodham sits down with Benson Low, former Head of Design at REA, to explore the intersection of AI and design in driving digital transformation. Benson shares his unique perspectives on how generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT and MidJourney, are reshaping the creative process. He emphasizes the importance of retaining control over design while harnessing the power of AI to enhance efficiencies and scale creative efforts. Benson also dives into the ethical implications of AI in the design industry, highlighting the balance between human intuition and AI-driven automation.2024-10-1423 min
All Things DesignNavigating Leadership in Design with Navi McKennary: From Motion Design to Global LeadershipJoin Joe Woodham as he sits down with Navi McKennary, a dynamic design leader with an incredible career journey. Starting as a motion designer at McCann Digital in Israel, Navi rose through the ranks, taking on leadership roles at Viber—a communications platform with over 200 million daily users. In this episode, Navi shares how she transitioned from hands-on design to leading global design teams, her passion for nurturing talent, and the importance of embracing technology and innovation. Discover how Navi's leadership journey shaped her approach to design, her views on AI's impact on the industry, and how she empowers te...2024-10-1424 minAll Things DesignNavigating Leadership in Design with Navi McKennary: From Motion Design to Global LeadershipJoin Joe Woodham as he sits down with Navi McKennary, a dynamic design leader with an incredible career journey. Starting as a motion designer at McCann Digital in Israel, Navi rose through the ranks, taking on leadership roles at Viber—a communications platform with over 200 million daily users. In this episode, Navi shares how she transitioned from hands-on design to leading global design teams, her passion for nurturing talent, and the importance of embracing technology and innovation. Discover how Navi's leadership journey shaped her approach to design, her views on AI's impact on the industry, and how she empowers te...2024-10-1424 min
All Things DesignDesign Leadership & Digital Transformation: Insights from John Lazzara, Head of Digital Experience at TelstraIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham from Torii Consulting sits down with John Lazzara, Head of Digital Experience Design at Telstra, to discuss how design leadership shapes the digital transformation of one of Australia’s largest organizations. John shares his journey from building design capabilities at Origin Energy to managing a team of over 175 designers, UX experts, and content strategists at Telstra. Learn about the challenges and opportunities of scaling design teams, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving customer-focused business decisions in large enterprises. Tune in to explore key strategies for leading design teams in complex, evolving en...2024-10-1420 minAll Things DesignDesign Leadership & Digital Transformation: Insights from John Lazzara, Head of Digital Experience at TelstraIn this episode of All Things Design, Joe Woodham from Torii Consulting sits down with John Lazzara, Head of Digital Experience Design at Telstra, to discuss how design leadership shapes the digital transformation of one of Australia’s largest organizations. John shares his journey from building design capabilities at Origin Energy to managing a team of over 175 designers, UX experts, and content strategists at Telstra. Learn about the challenges and opportunities of scaling design teams, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving customer-focused business decisions in large enterprises. Tune in to explore key strategies for leading design teams in complex, evolving en...2024-10-1420 min
All Things DesignDriving Transformation Through Design with Sharbani Dhar, Ex-Australia PostIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham is joined by Sharbani Dhar, former Director of Design Operations at Australia Post. With an impressive career spanning roles at top companies like Seek, ANZ, and Telstra, Sharbani shares her unique insights on design leadership and operations. Tune in as she discusses how design integrates into agile development teams, her approach to building high-performance design teams, and the pivotal role of service design in driving digital transformation.
This episode also dives deep into how organizations can foster collaboration between design and engineering, the importance...2024-10-1415 minAll Things DesignDriving Transformation Through Design with Sharbani Dhar, Ex-Australia PostIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham is joined by Sharbani Dhar, former Director of Design Operations at Australia Post. With an impressive career spanning roles at top companies like Seek, ANZ, and Telstra, Sharbani shares her unique insights on design leadership and operations. Tune in as she discusses how design integrates into agile development teams, her approach to building high-performance design teams, and the pivotal role of service design in driving digital transformation.
This episode also dives deep into how organizations can foster collaboration between design and engineering, the importance...2024-10-1415 min
All Things DesignEmbracing AI in UX Design: A Conversation with David MulhollandIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with David Mulholland, Senior Manager of UX and Product Design at Flybuys. Join us as David shares his journey from Deloitte Digital to leading digital transformation initiatives at major organizations like Australian Super, Telstra, and WorkSafe. David delves into how AI is reshaping the design landscape, from experimentation with emerging tools to integrating AI into design systems. Discover how his passion for innovation and problem-solving has shaped his career, and learn about the role AI plays in enhancing user experience, improving workflows, and personalizing customer interactions on...2024-10-1419 minAll Things DesignEmbracing AI in UX Design: A Conversation with David MulhollandIn this episode of All Things Design, host Joe Woodham sits down with David Mulholland, Senior Manager of UX and Product Design at Flybuys. Join us as David shares his journey from Deloitte Digital to leading digital transformation initiatives at major organizations like Australian Super, Telstra, and WorkSafe. David delves into how AI is reshaping the design landscape, from experimentation with emerging tools to integrating AI into design systems. Discover how his passion for innovation and problem-solving has shaped his career, and learn about the role AI plays in enhancing user experience, improving workflows, and personalizing customer interactions on...2024-10-1419 min
All Things DesignDesign Leadership and Global Insights with Melanie HambarsoomianIn this episode of "All Things Design," host Joe Woodham sits down with Melanie Hambarsoomian, Director of Product Design at Zip, to explore her dynamic journey across the design landscape. Originally from Sydney, Melanie has built a global career, leading design teams in Australia, London, and Berlin, with a portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Mu, Telegraph, Serada, and Deloitte.
Melanie shares her insights on design maturity, product thinking, and the power of design facilitation, all while fostering a strong design culture. She also touches on her passion for nurturing talent and balancing...2024-10-1422 minAll Things DesignDesign Leadership and Global Insights with Melanie HambarsoomianIn this episode of "All Things Design," host Joe Woodham sits down with Melanie Hambarsoomian, Director of Product Design at Zip, to explore her dynamic journey across the design landscape. Originally from Sydney, Melanie has built a global career, leading design teams in Australia, London, and Berlin, with a portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Mu, Telegraph, Serada, and Deloitte.
Melanie shares her insights on design maturity, product thinking, and the power of design facilitation, all while fostering a strong design culture. She also touches on her passion for nurturing talent and balancing...2024-10-1422 min
Luxury Outdoor Living PodcastEp 041 Homeowner Dream -Effective Mosquito Control with Lee and Holly of Mosquito Joe
Welcome to another episode of Poolside Perspectives Podcast where hosts Mike and Trey Farley delve into practical design processes and discuss effective mosquito control methods with special guests Holly and Lee Woodham, owners of Mosquito Joe's in Metro Northwest Dallas Fort Worth. They cover the science behind mosquito control, misting systems, and barrier treatments, with personal anecdotes and a focus on overcoming skepticism. Additional segments include community involvement, barbecue tips, and detailed outdoor living design concepts, emphasizing the importance of an enjoyable, mosquito-free backyard environment.
Please follow us on YouTube to see the Videos, BBQ Bits segment and other f...2024-07-151h 16
Kerre Woodham Mornings PodcastKerre Woodham: It would be great if we could see the Trump rally shooting as a resetGoodness gracious me, what a weekend, wasn't it? If he wasn't a shoe-in after Joe Biden's bumbling mis-speaking performance that we were incredulous about on Friday, you can bet the presidency is the Donald’s for the losing now, after the failed assassination attempt at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania over the weekend. Yet to be officially confirmed that it was an actual assassination attempt, but when it looks like one, sounds like one, feels like one, you can probably assume it was one. Absolutely extraordinary scenes. And the show of defiance in th...2024-07-1507 minKerre Woodham Mornings PodcastChristopher Luxon takes talkback on Kerre Woodham MorningsChristopher Luxon joined Kerre Woodham for an hour of talkback, taking questions from listeners and delving into their plans for the upcoming months. The Prime Minister says our housing development has been running like it's 1975. The Housing Minister is today announcing planning changes agreed by Cabinet in an effort to address the housing crisis. It will reform council powers on urban boundaries, liberalise planning, and require councils to plan for 30-years of growth. Christopher Luxon told Kerre Woodham that he recently opened a great build-to rent-development in Auckland's Sylvia Park. He...2024-07-0434 minKerre Woodham Mornings PodcastKerre Woodham: The bootcamp is worth a try, isn't it?The pilot for military-style academies that are designed to turn around persistent young offenders will get underway by the middle of the year. Ten young people initially, and they'll spend up to four months —that is all the legislation allows— within their Academy. And therein lies the problem, because according to all the best experts and best practice, it takes at least 12 months to break old habits and establish new ones. But the legislation doesn't allow it, so the four-month pilot will go ahead in the middle of the year. It will be run along milita...2024-03-0607 min
DECODED - Alfie Whattam Podcast10 Futuristic Technologies That Will Change Our WorldALFIE WHATTAM PODCAST 144:
Here's 10 futuristic tech gadgets and innovations that will change our world. Will these digital trends pass, or will they transform the future?
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S...2023-10-2115 minKerre Woodham Mornings PodcastDr Joe Lane: Waikato University's nursing student intake has more than doubled to 210 studentsAs has been much discussed lately, doctors and nurses have raised concerns about the winter ahead given some Emergency Departments are already over capacity. There are concerns that many hospitals around the country are understaffed and the staff employed are overworked. However, in a good news story, Waikato University's nursing student intake has more than doubled. The school has a record 210 new students attending its two nursing programmes this year. Waiora School of Health's acting dean Dr Joe Lane joined Kerre Woodham. LISTEN ABOVE See o...2023-03-0707 min
Masters SeriesThat Moment My Startup Took OffDreaming big for your business is a good exercise to prepare for that moment your startup takes off. What will be the biggest challenges? Andrew Hardwick founded strategic creative agency Hard Edge in his home 12 years ago. Today the award-winning business works with Mercedes Benz, Telstra and the National Road Safety Partnership. Andrew explains how he overcame the challenges in those early days. Joe Woodham is the founder of Torii Recruitment, specialising in finding the right team members for the IT sector. Joe describes the benefits of working alongside his competitors and how he consults t...2018-08-0221 min