
The Aligned Podcast Show
The Aligned Podcast Show, formerly DesignOps Aligned, is the essential listen for everyone who shapes digital products. From UX and UI creators to product managers, engineers, researchers, and delivery leads, we decode the playbooks, mindsets, and metrics that turn bold ideas into market-ready experiences. Expect candid conversations with trailblazing leaders and hands on practitioners, reusable frameworks that transform creativity into repeatable results, and a front row seat to the trends ranging from AI powered tools to outcome driven road mapping.
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Episodes
39 episodes
Modus Operandi – Episode 6 - Whisper Gallery – Noelle Lansford
Modus Operandi – Episode 6 - Whisper Gallery – Noelle LansfordSummaryIn this episode of the Modus Operandi podcast, hosts Naresh Shan and Noelle Lansford delve into the complexities of collaboration between designers...
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1:00:57

"Should Everybody Do Research?" - Kate Towsey
"Should Everybody Do Research?" - Act 02 - Scene 38 - Kate TowseySummaryIn this episode of the DesignOps Aligned podcast, Naresh Shan speaks with Kate Towsey, a prominent figure in the field of research operations. T...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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1:05:40

Modus Operandi - Episode 3 - Alchemy of Influence - Feat. Miranda Slayter
Modus Operandi - Episode 3 - Alchemy of Influence - Featuring Miranda SlayterIn this conversation, Naresh Shan and Miranda Slayter delve into the evolving role of UX designers, emphasising the importance of education, strate...
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55:53

“Research is a Slow Process, but Valuable” – Theo Johnson
“Research is a slow process, but valuable” – Act 02 – Scene 37 – Theo JohnsonSummaryIn this episode, Naresh Shan speaks with Theo Johnson, a senior UX researcher at Microsoft. They discuss the challenges and intricac...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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47:54

“The Hype of AI: Understanding Its Real Impact” – Brandon C. White
“The Hype of AI: Understanding Its Real Impact” – Act 02 – Scene 36 – Brandon C. WhiteSummaryIn this conversation, Brandon and Naresh explore the evolving landscape of AI, discussing its impact on business, critical ...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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1:18:21

Making Accessibility a Priority” – Maigen Thomas
“Making Accessibility a Priority” – Act 02 – Scene 35 – Maigen ThomasSummaryIn this episode of the DesignOps Aligned podcast Maigen Thomas discusses the critical importance of accessibility in design. They explore th...
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Episode 35
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57:00

“The Future of Prototyping: UXPin vs. Figma” – Jack Behar
“The Future of Prototyping: UXPin vs. Figma” – Act 02 – Scene 34 – Jack BeharIn this conversation, Naresh Shan and Jack Behar discuss the capabilities and advantages of UXPin, a design and prototyping platform that aims to bridge ...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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49:16

“The New Landscape of Design” – Thomas Wilson
“The New Landscape of Design” – Act 02 – Scene 33 – Thomas WilsonIn this episode, Naresh Shan and Thomas discuss the evolving landscape of UX design, emphasising the shift from traditional UI roles to strategic positions withi...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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1:05:31

“Unlocking the Value of Conferences” – Damian Martone
“Unlocking the Value of Conferences” – Act 02 – Scene 32 – Damian MartoneLeadership AteliersTraining for upcoming design leaders with multiple workshops and masterclasses in Lisbon (April 23-24), Barcelona (May 5-6) ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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43:29

“Balancing Creativity and Business in Design” - Alexander Christian
“Balancing Creativity and Business in Design” - Act 02 - Scene 31 – Alexander ChristianIn this conversation, Naresh Shan interviews Alex, a seasoned UX leader, about his journey in the design industry, the evolution of design prac...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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58:39

"Career Strategy Lab: A New Approach to UX Education" – Sarah Doody
“Career Strategy Lab: A New Approach to UX Education” - Act 01 - Scene 30 – Sarah DoodyIn this conversation, Naresh Shan and Sarah Doody discuss the evolution of UX design, the challenges faced by job seekers in the current market...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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56:23

"Navigating the Job Market: Insights from Experts" - Nina & Javier
“Navigating the Job Market: Insights from Experts” - Act 01 - Scene 29 – Nina & JavierIn this episode, Javier Bargas and Nina Weber to discuss the current state of the job market, particularly in the UX design field. They expl...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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1:23:27

“Why Design Language Matters” - Ben Callahan
“Why Design Language Matters” - Act 01 - Scene 28 – Ben CallahanIn this episode of the DesignOps Aligned podcast, Naresh Shan interviews Ben Callahan, a prominent figure in the design systems space. They discuss the evolution of r...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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57:54

“Designing the Future: The Truth About UX” - Felix Lee
“Designing the Future: The Truth About UX” - Act 01 - Scene 27 – Felix LeeIn this engaging conversation, Naresh Shan and Felix Lee explore the intricacies of mentorship in the design industry, the impact of social media on p...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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36:09

“Overcoming Fear in Career Changes Mastering Storytelling in UX Design” – Ricardo Brito
“Overcoming Fear in Career Changes Mastering Storytelling in UX Design” - Act 01 - Scene 26 – Ricardo BritoIn this engaging conversation, Naresh Shan and Ricardo Brito explore the complexities of career transitions, the impo...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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47:48

"From Curiosity to Clarity: Nikki’s Growth in User Research” - Nikki Anderson
"From Curiosity to Clarity: Nikki’s Growth in User Research” - Act 01 - Scene 25 – Nikki AndersonIn this engaging conversation, Nikki shares her journey as a user researcher, emphasizing the field's evolution over the past f...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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52:36

“Measuring the impact of Content Design” - Jeremy Dodd
“Measuring the impact of Content Design” - Act 01 - Scene 24 – Jeremy DoddIn this episode of the Design Ops Align podcast, Jeremy Dodd, a content writer at Atlassian, discusses the critical role of content design in the UX p...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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45:54

" Navigating the Future of UX Testing” - Alejandro Rivas-Micoud
" Navigating the Future of UX Testing” - Act 01 - Scene 23 – Alejandro Rivas-MicoudSummaryIn this episode of DesignOps Aligned, host Naresh Shan welcomes Alejandro Rivas-Micoud, CEO of Userlytics, for a deep di...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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45:36

"Craft will only take you so far in this industry” - Jeremy Miller
" Craft will only take you so far in this industry” - Act 01 - Scene 22 – Jeremy MillerIn this podcast episode, Jeremy Miller, a well-known UX industry figure, discusses common UX design themes. He discusses the impor...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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47:41

"The Value of Design System Knowledge” - Davy Fung
"The Value of Design System Knowledge” - Act 01 - Scene 21 – Davy FungIn this episode, Davy Fung explores the evolution of design systems, the importance of collaboration between designers and developers, and the biggest cha...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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52:09

"Mastering Agile: Design & Communication in Sync” - Freya Finnerty
"Mastering Agile: Design & Communication in Sync” - Act 01 - Scene 20 – Freya FinnertysummaryIn this episode of the DesignOps Aligned podcast, Agile Specialist Freya Finnerty discusses the challenges and be...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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44:38

"The Role of UX in Agile Development” - Georgina Hughes
In this episode of the Design Ops Aligned podcast, Naresh Shan speaks with Georgina Hughes, an agile coach, about the intricacies of Agile methodology and its intersection with UX design. They discuss the common misconceptions surrounding Agile...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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47:57

"The Strength of Consciousness in Adversity” - James Xander
"The Strength of Consciousness in Adversity” - Act 01 - Scene 18 – James XanderIn this enlightening conversation, Naresh Shan and James explore the profound themes of consciousness, manifestation, and personal transformation...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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57:29

"Being Ethical as a Freelancer” - Hannah Knowles
In this engaging conversation, Naresh Shan and Hannah Knowles explore the intricacies of UX research from the perspective of a freelance researcher, discussing both the challenges and strategies involved. They highlight the importance of resear...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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53:34

"The reality of the field of UX Research” - Dale Husband
"The reality of the field of UX Research” - Act 01 - Scene 16 – Dale HusbandIn this episode of the DesignOps Aligned podcast, Naresh Shan and Dale Husband discuss the current challenges in the UX research job market, t...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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45:13
