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I nearly scrolled past this ‘UX is Dead’ post, trying not to take what looked like clickbait, but the idea that ‘UX is evolving’ is one that I thoroughly agree wit…

It's time to start thinking seriously about speakers for Interesting 2025. And this time, for a bunch of reasons, that means more than just asking people I know. And you lot. I need to start asking mo...

While awaiting the arrival of The Limits to Growth (a 2004, 30th year update version I found on World of Books ), I’ve been looking around the web for articles and snippets on Donella Meadows…

There’s an independent builders merchant near me that I try to use instead of the big national chains. I was wondering what they had in stock, so had a quick search for their website. Search term: …

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Follow A new section for my interesting collections. Coming after feeling particularly grateful for people that share things I wouldn’t have otherwise found. It’s a delightful experience that remin…

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Thoughts on digital government, its inherent politics, and humility in design.

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Read Devastated by the sudden loss and passing of our dear friend Vicky. She was a kind, thoughtful and all round amazing person. So much integrity and sincerity. Unbelievably sad news that the awe…

This episode includes themes some of you might find uncomfortable such as death and bereavement, cancer treatment and trauma. We also discuss a government...

Reflecting on their recent experience, NdC Development Lead Kay Louise Aldred shares some key lessons she learned from navigating a non-Neurodivergent-affirming workplace environment.

A big gap in my posts due to a lot of busyness through December and into the New Year. All good. Just away from the computer a lot, and I’m still not finding it easy to publish via mobile. A challe…

It's time to start thinking seriously about speakers for Interesting 2025. And this time, for a bunch of reasons, that means more than just asking people I know. And you lot. I need to start asking mo...

From Einstein to Twain, Garson O’Toole investigates the truth behind your favorite — and often misattributed — viral quotes.

A busy few weeks away from a computer. Or any screen for that matter. Which was nice. Hence also how much more I’ve listened to rather than read. But also good to be back at a desk today.  Read An …

Lexicographer, author and Dictionary Corner resident Susie Dent has been studying words to make us feel happy. She brings etymologies concerning cows, gas, guts and fat, of bellies and breathing and...

A tiny, simple book about How to set a goal. Written by Julia Whitney. Designed by Max Gadney Produced by Riccardo Spina. Riso printed by Calverts of London. A Haudoo! book

Read Comic Sans shaming is one of those things I don’t really have time for. Simon Wilson on Bluesky I’m with Simon on this one. Not that it helps me with my dyslexia – just because I’ve always fou…

Brompton, renowned for their ingeniously designed folding bikes, approached London-based creative agency ScienceMagic with a vision – to elevate their brand through a global advertising campaign that ...

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Evan Davis sits down with the British businesswoman, philanthropist and public servant.

A simple technique offers the best of both worlds: total control over your own work, while still maintaining a presence on third-party platforms.

The Rest is Entertainment podcast doesn’t often discuss UX. But recently, host Richard Osman introduced a conversation about the media company Reach, with a short description. “People will know Reach…

Read Bluesky now has over 20M people!! 🎉 “We’ve been adding over a million users per day for the last few days. To celebrate, here are 20 fun facts about Bluesky.” It’s happening quite fast over th…

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