DESIGN THINKER PODCAST

Welcome to The Design Thinker Podcast, where we explore the theory and practice of design thinking. Join co-hosts Dr Dani Chesson and Designer Peter Allan as they delve into the principles, strategies, and real-world application of design thinking. Each episode takes a deep dive into a topic within design thinking, discussing the foundational theory and bringing theory to life by showcasing the application of theory into practice to solve real-world challenges. 🔍 Theoretical Insights: Build your understanding of design thinking's theoretical underpinnings, exploring its origins, key principles, and evolution over time. 🛠️ Practical Applications: Witness the theory in action as we share practical examples and case studies that demonstrate the impact of design thinking on real-world problems. 🎙️ Industry Expertise: Engage with thought leaders, industry experts, and practitioners who share their experien

DESIGN THINKER PODCAST is a business podcast hosted by Dr. Dani Chesson and Designer Peter Allan, with 0 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dr. Dani Chesson and Designer Peter Allan hosts DESIGN THINKER PODCAST, a business show with 0 episodes published.

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  Episode #55

  Ep#55: From Process to Experience - The role of recruitment in the age of AI

  Oct 27, 20251 hourS0

  <p>In this episode, Dr Dani and Designer Peter are joined by Tim Bush, a recruitment professional who's rethinking what hiring looks like in the age of AI. This conversation explores the critical shift from process-focused recruitment to experience-centered hiring, and why AI might be the key to making recruitment more human—not less.</p><p>In this episode, you will:</p>Understand why recruitment became more about process than peopleDiscover how AI can free recruiters to focus on deeply human workExplore practical ways to shift from process optimization to experience design<p><br/></p><p><b>Meet Our Guest Ti...

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  Episode #54

  Ep#54: Amplifying Human Potential by Collaborating with AI

  Sep 2, 20251h 5mS0

  <p>What if AI isn't here to replace us, but to help amplify our potential? </p><p>In this episode, Dr Dani and Designer Peter are joined by Dave Howden, CEO of SupaHuman, to explore how AI challenges us to reclaim our distinctly human capabilities and elevate our human potential. The conversation moves beyond the AI hype to examine what happens when technology handles the tedious work and frees us to do what humans inherently do better. </p><p>In this episode, you will: </p><p>• Discover what humans are actually designed to do versus what we've been trained to do</p...

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  Episode #53

  Ep#53: Thinglessness, E-Bikes, and the Future of UX

  Aug 18, 20251h 1mS0

  <p>What happens when the tools we’ve mastered become obsolete overnight? </p><p>In this episode, Dr Dani and Designer Pete are joined by one of the OGs of UX, Nick Cawthon, the founder of Gauge, to help organizations with evidence-based strategy and product decisions. In this conversation, we explore “thinglessness” — the idea that design is less about the artifact and more about the human experience it creates. From AI’s impact on design velocity to the need for cross-functional collaboration, we dig into how designers can stay relevant and impactful in a world where technology moves at jet-pack speed.</p><...

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  Episode #52

  Ep#52: Performance Without the Buzzwords – Doing What Matters, Better.

  Jul 16, 20251h 4mS0

  <p>We throw around words like productivity, engagement, and performance all the time. But do we actually know what they mean or how to create the conditions for them to thrive?</p><p>In this episode, Dr Dani and Designer Peter are joined by Craig Steel, Founder and Chief Executive of Vantaset. This conversation explores what real performance looks like in modern organizations and the shift that leaders need to make to achieve the results that matter. </p><p>In this episode, you will:</p><p>• Understand key factors that keep organizations stagnant </p><p>• Learn the difference between productivity and pe...

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  Episode #51

  Ep#51: The Age of Experience - Rethinking How We Think

  Jul 10, 20251h 7mS0

  <p>We live in a world that’s changing faster than the frameworks we've relied on can keep up with. So, is it time to rethink how we think? In this episode, Dr Dani and Designer Peter are joined by John Philpin to explore why the age of reason is over and why we need to embrace the age of experience. </p><p>In this episode, you will</p><b>Understand</b> why rigid thinking is no match for today’s complexity and what we need instead.<b>Learn</b> how business models built on certainty are being outpaced by chang...

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