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If you had to start your business over from scratch today, would you build it the same way, or would you build it entirely around an AI core? Agility requires more than just adapting to change; it demands a willingness to proactively dismantle what's working today in order to build what's necessary for tomorrow. It's about challenging the very playbook that brought you success, especially when a fundamental shift like AI arrives. Today, we're going to talk about the playbook for building a unicorn-level business in one era, and the courage it takes to reinvent that playbook for the next. We'll discuss the difference between using AI as a feature versus using it as a foundation, and how leadership and team structure need to evolve to not just survive, but thrive, during this shift. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Jason VandeBoom, Founder & CEO at ActiveCampaign. About Jason VandeBoom Jason founded ActiveCampaign in 2003 and continues to lead the company as Founder and CEO. Under his leadership, ActiveCampaign has become the leading intelligent marketing automation platform, supporting over 180,000 businesses across 170+ countries. Now with over 700 employees across offices in the USA, Europe, Australia, Costa Rica, and Brazil, Jason has transformed ActiveCampaign from a side project to support his studies into a $250m+ ARR privately-owned leader in marketing automation. Jason also serves on the board of the Future Founders Foundation, a Chicago-based organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs. Jason VandeBoom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jvandeboom/ Resources ActiveCampaign: https://www.activecampaign.com/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://aglbrnd.co/r/2868abd8085a9703 Drive your customers to new horizons at the premier retail event of the year for Retail and Brand marketers. Learn more at CRMC 2026, June 1-3. https://aglbrnd.co/r/d15ec37a537c0d74 Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716ba Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

Special guest David Pogue discusses his excellent, entertaining, and amazingly comprehensive new book, “Apple: The First 50 Years”.

Kansas freshman sensation Darryn Peterson has had anything but a dull season. At times, he's looked like the best player in college basketball. At others, he's frustrated fans — and possibly his coach — by missing games for any number of ailments. So what's going on behind the scenes with Peterson? Has his NBA Draft stock fallen? And what's the deal with the cramping that has persisted for almost the entirety of his freshman year? The Star's Shreyas Laddha dove into these topics — and more — in a feature on the KU basketball star. We discuss Peterson's tumultuous season on SportsBeat KC, the podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR.Rundown (timestamps are approximate)1:16 — Why did Peterson miss so much time this season?6:45 — Peterson's NBA future8:48 — Is KU on upset watch vs. Cal Baptist?

The one rule about the Analytics Power Hour is that we don't talk about specific tools. But that doesn't mean we won't talk about tool SELECTION! Jason Packer recently released the second edition of Google Analytics Alternatives, (also available on Amazon) and his approach in the book is very much not an RFP-like "check which features your tool offers" system. And his rationale for that seems just as applicable (to us, at least!) for any data platform selection, be it a digital/product analytics platform, a BI tool, database or storage infrastructure, or, well, you name it! Ultimately, the challenge is how to go about getting a reasonably strong understanding of the philosophy and historical roots of each platform being considered and then marrying that up with the foundational priorities and needs of the organization. Is that a lot harder than a feature checklist? Yes. But them's the breaks. For complete show notes, including links to items mentioned in this episode and a transcript of the show, visit the show page.

Wann ist welche Strafe sinnvoll? Im zweiten Teil dieses Doppelfeatures begleitet die Autorin einen Vergewaltigungsprozess, geht der Geschichte des Strafens nach und wird Zeugin eines Täter-Opfer-Ausgleichs. Von Johanna Bentz www.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Feature

Das Bedürfnis nach Strafe ist universell. Aber was bewirkt sie? Im ersten Teil dieses Doppelfeatures besucht die Autorin jugendliche Häftlinge, Richterinnen und Richter und einen verurteilten Mörder, der seit elf Jahren hinter Gittern sitzt. Von Johanna Bentz www.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Feature

Dan Nathan and Guy Adami welcome Jason Thomas, Head of Global Research and Investment Strategy at Carlyle, to discuss why equities often react far less to geopolitical risk than to financial shocks, and how a “security premium” is emerging as policymakers prioritize reliable energy supplies, potentially boosting demand via stockpiling. Thomas explains how markets adapted to tariffs after an initial shock, but argues wars are harder to “end” because multiple parties must agree. They explore a richly valued dollar, limited alternatives driving central banks and investors toward gold, and why supply-chain invoicing reinforces dollar dominance. Thomas expects S&P 500 concentration—largely tied to data centers and the Mag 7—to drive diversification toward equal-weight, small/value, and “old economy” industries amid shifting energy-transition timelines and rising defense needs. They also examine AI's capex-revenue gap, hyperscaler valuation challenges from heavy infrastructure spending, and argue systemic-risk fears around private credit are overstated versus other leverage risks. Show Notes Bubbles as a Feature Not a Bug (Carlyle) —FOLLOW USYouTube: @RiskReversalMediaInstagram: @riskreversalmediaTwitter: @RiskReversalLinkedIn: RiskReversal Media

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on March 13, 2026 BYU Insider Mitch Harper joined the show to talk about the Cougars and their performance in the Big 12 Tournament. How does he feel about them next week? Several stories involving throwing people under the bus. . A fascinating article about sports gambling. 

Seit Donald Trump wieder Präsident ist, hat sich die Lage an US-Universitäten drastisch verändert: Studierende fürchten Abschiebungen, Wissenschaftler verlieren ihre Stellen und wichtige Forschungsprojekte werden gestrichen. Von Egon Koch.

Something trips up a lot of really good financial coaches, and it has nothing to do with the actual work. It's how they describe it. When someone says, "So what do you do?" the response is often off. And it's not because you don't know what you do. It's because nobody's helped you see the difference between describing your services and describing what your client actually experiences.In this week's episode, I walk through why most of us default to feature listing (it's factual, it's professional, and it feels safe) and why this doesn't create desire. I share an observation from meeting new neighbors that perfectly illustrates the energy shift that happens when business owners answer, "What do you do?" versus people with regular jobs. And I break down the practical difference between the casual, no-big-deal version you use at a block party and the client experience language you use when someone leans in and wants to know more.There are side-by-side examples throughout, showing what feature listing sounds like compared to describing the actual moment that changes for your clients. Kelsa also tackles what to say when someone responds with, "Like a financial advisor?" and how to differentiate yourself without getting defensive or listing what you're not.If you've ever stumbled through explaining your work, or landed on something that sounded more like a brochure than a real conversation, this episode is for you.Links & Resources:Episode 138: Selling vs. SteadyingJoin the Facebook groupKey Takeaways:There's a difference between describing your services and describing what your client actually experiences, and that distinction changes everything about how people respond to you.Feature listing feels safe because it's factual and professional, but it doesn't create desire. It makes people glaze over or start comparison shopping.When someone asks what you do, answer like your neighbor who works at Honeywell. No performance. No calculating. No hoping they'll respond a certain way.The less you need from the interaction, the more interesting your answer becomes to the person hearing it.When someone says "like a financial advisor?" you don't need to respond with what you're not. Drop into the client experience instead. You'll differentiate yourself without a single negative or a single feature being listed.Think about the moment something clicked for your last few clients. That moment is your message, because that's what people are buying. They're buying that exhale.You don't need a better elevator pitch. You need to get closer to the truth of what your clients actually experience before and after working with you, and then simply learn to say that out loud.

This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the feature episode, author and Guns N Roses Road Manager, Del James. The author and historian joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling journey. Host John Poz and Del talk about his new book 'Consensual Violence', Lucha Libre, his love of wrestling, AOL Grandstand days, Tony Khan, AEW, ECW, WWF, Superstar Billy Graham, Axl Rose, GNR, and so much more.Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IGConsensual Violence - https://www.amazon.com/Consensual-Violence-Del-James/dp/1639512128

Join Fredrik Mattsson, CEO of Inamo, for a deep dive into one of the most common—and costly—mistakes in software development: building too much. With over a decade of experience in enterprise SaaS and digital transformation, Fredrik has seen firsthand how "feature bloat" slows down engineering teams and confuses users. In this episode, we explore how modern product teams are shifting away from "building and hoping" toward an evidence-led approach, using AI to turn qualitative user feedback into actionable insights before a single line of code is written.

In this 5-Minute English episode, you'll learn useful vocabulary, phrasal verbs, and collocations related to cleaning your home. Through a short story, we follow someone tackling a messy apartment—from dirty dishes and clutter to sparkling floors. Along the way, you'll hear natural English used to describe common chores and household tasks. Want to take your learning further?  ⭐ Visit the website for more learning materials. You'll also find the Academy there, where you can access bonus content for this episode. ⚠️ This episode is a more advanced listening exercise, so don't worry if you don't understand every word the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#341: Nobody's arguing about whether you need feature flags in 2026. That debate ended years ago. But the code flowing through those flags? That's a different story. AI is writing more of it than ever, review times are climbing, and delivery throughput has actually declined. Trevor Stuart, co-founder of Split.io and now running Feature Management & Experimentation at Harness, calls it the six-lane highway ending in a two-lane bridge. The bottleneck didn't disappear. It moved. Coding got faster, but everything downstream -- reviews, security scans, delivery pipelines -- stayed the same width. Viktor points out this is the exact same pattern from the early agile days: his team shipped every two weeks, but testing still took six months. Different era, same structural problem. Feature flags are part of the fix, but not the way most people use them. Teams are now stuffing prompts, token limits, and temperature settings inside feature flag configurations and running A/B tests on AI agents in production. That's a long way from changing button colors on a marketing page, which is where experimentation started 15 years ago. The culture problem is harder than the tooling problem. Trevor has watched teams run one experiment, see it fail, and quit experimenting entirely. The fear of admitting failure kills more experimentation programs than bad data ever will. Meanwhile, the companies getting real results -- a fast food chain generating millions from kiosk experiments, a global bank driving hundreds of millions in customer acquisition -- are the ones treating experimentation as a permanent operating model, not a one-off project. The conversation also covers Trevor's path from co-founding Split to running it inside Harness post-acquisition. He stayed -- which doesn't happen as often as you'd think. Harness runs what he calls a 'startup within a startup' model, and he breaks down what that actually looks like from the inside, what was hardest to let go of, and why finding your 'why' matters more than any exit.   Trevor's contact information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorbstuart/   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact/

We’ve built a Feature library that is mainly 1-on-1 convos but we’re breaking the mould with this one….and it was so worth it. Rusty shoots the breeze with ‘Bieber’ and ‘Camo’ who are reveling in the step forward that BRT has taken in Supercars this year. How motor racing started for each of them? The race cars in the Cameron family garage and has Aaron had a steer of them? DJ’ing and why it’s an escape for Jimmy and is there any correlations to his day job.There’s a heart warming family story Aaron shares too that is truly inspiring. What it was like at Garry Roger’s Motorsport for both of them and the hard yards they did in that period of their careers. Enjoy being part of this ripper round table chat and get to know this likeable pair a little better. Head to Rusty's Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on Rusty's GarageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new women‑only ride‑matching option from Uber is at the center of a lawsuit brought by male drivers. We examine the arguments, safety concerns in the rideshare industry, and how similar features from Lyft have functioned for riders.

The American Radicals Podcast covers a new whistleblower disclosure from Customs and Border Protection, FISA 702 renewal tied to DHS funding, and the weaponization of federal gun laws. Check us out on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/09AZ2WuYnWbZ2941wsb6jW?si=76c005605dc64dc1 https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/immigration/4485075/whistleblower-says-cbp-chief-targeted-senior-staff-political-vendettas/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/10/shutdown-that-everyone-has-forgotten/ https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/03/safe-act-imperfect-vehicle-real-section-702-reform https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/02/us/politics/supreme-court-guns-drugs.html https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/09/nyregion/us-attorney-nj-prosecutors.html https://zeale.co/news/articles/doj-moves-to-dismiss-or-pause-pro-life-lawsuit-seeking-to-reinstate-abortion-pill-safeguards?utm_campaign=129541854-The%20LOOP&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-87QF-RQi6OkeHDcAfU5AC4X17xKSVXW2DrurwiOpz1mmDj70Xhdn6KHkES0hLdVyH5YUFkM1Gq9XlgoRZfYyKKTVmYOw&_hsmi=24801923&utm_content=24801923&utm_source=hs_email https://zeale.co/news/articles/doj-asks-judge-to-delay-abortion-pill-restrictions?utm_campaign=129541854-The%20LOOP&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8NE_JuVA1x2jcNJfqjIH_bOwdT7FYJvY0VIwGd6OvDWLO8qxOjk0-oU1Dbx6o7fJhk6a1q https://zeale.co/news/articles/fda-approves-new-version-of-abortion-pill-prompting-backlash-from-pro-life-leaders/ https://zeale.co/news/articles/planned-parenthoods-latest-pivot-affiliates-add-cosmetic-services-to-offset-funding-cuts?utm_campaign=129541854-The%20LOOP&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8MqAX186uwRmRMPUsVv7TWvfFdzkLCmtCW9poNExjP8F8uyeBcGMVptZeRYNziZix5PQKzurUDpg6NMZF_CuzOWI32eQ&_hsmi=24325166&utm_content=24325166&utm_source=hs_email 

"Shopify POS is a powerful foundation, but it's not a turnkey solution for every retail scenario. The platform's maturity is a moving target, and understanding its ecosystem gaps is crucial for strategic planning and preventing costly misalignments."Joseph Brown, Operations Director, KubixAre you considering Shopify POS for your retail operations but unsure about its strengths and limitations? You're not alone.As one of the leading ecommerce platforms, Shopify has rapidly expanded into the retail point-of-sale space, but its product is still evolving. In this pod, we explore the realities of implementing Shopify POS backed by expert insights from Joe Brown, Operations Director at Kubix, who has direct experience implementing POS for different business models. Whether you're running a standalone store or extensive retail estate, this episode has practical advice, product limitations and decisions that can make or break your omnichannel strategy.The reality…Shopify POS has become more capable for retail, especially in multistore environments with enhanced permissions and faster workflows. However, it still has capability gaps that can surprise retailers, and requires careful planning, discovery and customisation. Key discussion points1. Deep discovery is criticalA recurring theme is the importance of thorough discovery when planning POS projects. Retailers should map existing workflows, identify edge cases (like made-to-order products, custom packing, or complex stock movements) and assess how Shopify's platform supports or complicates these processes.Rushing into implementation without understanding detailed workflows can lead to costly rework or operational issues down the line. 2. Inventory management limitationsOne of Shopify's gaps is in inventory management for complex use cases. For example, handling stock exchanges between stores where products are unavailable locally remains problematic. Shopify currently supports split fulfillment orders but lacks native support for multi-quantity line items or real-time transfer workflows, which can frustrate larger or more nuanced operations.3. Hardware cost & compatibilityPOS selection is more than a software decision; hardware investment is foundational. Some issues arise when existing custom integrations, like bespoke receipt printers or scanner setups, are incompatible with new POS hardware or updates. Testing hardware thoroughly before rollout is essential, and technical teams need to validate network setups, peripherals and existing workflows.Practical tip: Shopify's recommended hardware kits may not suit every store. Custom hardware may be necessary, but it can add complexity and cost.4. Ecosystem maturity and functional gapsWhile Shopify's ecosystem is growing, certain functionality including multi-currency gift cards, B2B support or advanced inventory tracking, lag behind expectations. Retailers with complex order workflows may need to integrate third-party apps or custom solutions to fill these gaps.Chapters[00:45] Introduction to Shopify POS and Its Evolution[03:30] Market Positioning and Retail Challenges[06:40] Discovery Process in Retail POS Implementations[09:25] Hardware Considerations for Shopify POS[12:20] Custom Development Needs in Retail[15:10] Omnichannel Experience and Customer Journey[17:55] Integration Challenges with Legacy Systems[20:50] Inventory Management and Workflow Complexities[23:15] Future Improvements and Wish List for Shopify POS

Breakthrough ideas can look wrong at first. They challenge long-held assumptions and step away from consensus. They can test popular thinking. They can test conviction. But over time, they reshape the world and deliver better outcomes. That’s the power of Black Sheep Thinking. For over 20 years, Camissa Asset Management has invested differently – looking up and far ahead, thinking unconventionally, and moving away from the herd. And that approach has delivered better outcomes for investors. Each week on the Afternoon Drive, in Black Sheep Thinking – powered by Camissa Asset Management – we’ll share the stories of people who chose a different path, and this week’s story comes from the world of sport… Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic, and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 to 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on all the footy news from AFL 360, Wednesday the 11th of March with Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon. On this episode of AFL 360, Garry Lyon and Gerard Whateley break down all the key storylines heading into Round 1 of the AFL season.The panel takes a deep dive into the highly anticipated MCG clash between the Carlton Blues and the Richmond Tigers, analysing how both sides shape up for the blockbuster opener and what the result could mean for their seasons ahead. Gaz and Gerard then react to Hawthorn Hawks coach Sam Mitchell discussing the controversial Hawks duo arrest in America. Plus, the panel examines the latest developments surrounding Kysaiah Pickett and he flies back to the Northern Territory for personal reasons. For more of the show tune in on Fox Footy & KAYO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dopamine is known as the brain's "happiness chemical". It's what we blame when we eat a whole bag of chips, a block of chocolate or doomscroll on social media, but that's not quite right

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This is episode 319 recorded on February 6th, 2026, where John and Jason break down the Microsoft Fabric January 2026 Feature Summary — including the Osmos acquisition for AI-ready data engineering, Git branch improvements and Python SDK support for the Fabric API, expanded OneLake security, and new Real-Time Intelligence enhancements. For show notes please visit www.bifocal.show

Fox Sports News’ Justin Edwards is joined by Fox Cricket’s Nic Savage to break down the latest from the domestic cricket season. They discuss the unusual slump in form among Australian domestic batters and explore possible reasons behind it. New South Wales captain Kurtis Patterson then joins ahead of the One Day Cup final to talk about his performance and his hopes of returning to Test cricket for Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deutsche kämpfen für Russland im Donbass – und reisen unbehelligt zurück. Über Söldner zwischen Front und Heimat, Behördenversagen und ein kaum beachtetes Sicherheitsrisiko mitten in Deutschland. Von Markus Thöß und Harriet Kloss www.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Feature

This week we welcome director/writer Ben Hall on the show to talk about how they have made their films, their process for getting them funded and how they do it all while working as crew on some of the biggest budget movies and shows like Stranger Things, Free Guy and Lion King. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the podcast: how ElevenLabs turns every new feature launch into a growth engine, how they're deploying over a hundred million dollars in paid ads, and why directing AI agents is quickly becoming a core skill for marketers and solo founders.This conversation is shorter than usual and will be featured in RevenueCat's State of Subscription Apps report. Each episode in this series will explore one crucial topic and share actionable insights from top subscription app operators.Top Takeaways:

How Behavior-Driven Design Is Defining the Future of the Home KBIS Series 2026, findings and experiences from the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, recorded live from the KBIS Podcast Studio presented by AJ Madison. This was the second year of this program and we built on last year's show with even more experts in the industry sharing experience, findings and industry-leading insights. KBIS Podcast Studio Resources: KBIS AJ Madison NKBA LUXE Interiors + Design SubZero, Wolf & Cove SKS | Signature Kitchen Suite Hearth & Home Technologies Kitchen365 Green Forrest Cabinetry Midea What happens when home innovation prioritizes real-world habits over flashy, unnecessary features? This conversation explores how a deep understanding of how people use their appliances every day leads to intentional solutions that fit every lifestyle.  Join Justin Reinke, Head of Product Marketing at Midea, and Ryan Shaffer, Sr. Technical Product Planning Engineer at Midea, to discuss how hundreds of hours of in-home observation drive breakthroughs in everything from acoustic comfort to specialized hygiene. By analyzing universal pain points—like the rise of sustainable drinkware and open-concept living—we examine the R&D required to make daily chores easier through practical, performance-driven design that works harder for the household. For decades, appliance innovation followed a predictable formula: more features, more technology, more complexity. Digital displays replaced analog controls. Connectivity introduced remote operation. Artificial intelligence promised optimization. But somewhere along the way, innovation lost sight of its most important objective—serving the human being. Today, that philosophy is changing. At KBIS 2026, one of the most important conversations wasn't about technology itself, but about behavior. Appliance manufacturers are increasingly recognizing that true innovation does not begin in engineering labs. It begins in homes—watching how people live. This shift represents a fundamental evolution in product development. Instead of asking what technology can do, manufacturers are asking what people actually need. Consider the refrigerator. It is opened dozens of times each day, often absentmindedly, during moments of distraction, urgency, or fatigue. Every movement—the height of a shelf, the accessibility of a drawer, the ease of filling a glass—shapes the user's experience. These micro-interactions define whether an appliance feels intuitive or frustrating. Similarly, dishwashers must now accommodate modern behavioral realities. Reusable bottles, travel tumblers, and complex accessories require flexibility that traditional rack designs never anticipated. Washing machines must operate quietly enough to coexist within open-plan homes, where appliance noise becomes part of the lived environment. These are not technological problems. They are human problems. The most forward-thinking manufacturers have embraced observation as their primary design tool. By studying real households, engineers and designers can identify friction points invisible in traditional research. The goal is not to add features, but to remove obstacles. This approach also challenges the industry's historical obsession with specifications. Feature lists do not guarantee usability. Connectivity does not guarantee convenience. Technology that requires explanation has already failed its most important test. The future appliance must be intuitive. It must integrate seamlessly into daily routines, supporting behavior rather than disrupting it. It must operate quietly, reliably, and predictably. It must reduce mental load, not increase it. Perhaps most importantly, it must respect the reality that appliances are not aspirational objects. They are functional infrastructure. They exist to support life, not define it. This shift toward behavior-driven design reflects a broader maturation of the appliance industry. Innovation is no longer measured by novelty, but by invisibility. The best appliances do their job so well that users never think about them at all. In the end, the future of appliances will not be defined by how advanced they are. It will be defined by how effortlessly they serve the people who depend on them every day. Behavior as the Foundation of Innovation Product development begins with observing real-world habits. Behavioral insights reveal needs consumers rarely articulate. Design solutions prioritize intuitive use over technical novelty. Practical Innovation vs Feature Saturation Most consumers use only a small percentage of available features. Simplification improves usability, adoption, and satisfaction. Innovation must solve real problems—not marketing problems. Appliances as Infrastructure for Daily Life Refrigerators open dozens of times daily, making ergonomic design critical. Dishwashers, washers, and refrigeration now integrate into behavioral routines. Appliances increasingly support lifestyle efficiency, not just task completion. Noise Reduction and Environmental Integration Open floor plans make acoustic performance essential. Quiet operation improves perceived quality and livability. Engineering focus has expanded beyond performance to experiential comfort. Replacement Market Realities and Design Flexibility Most appliance purchases are replacements, not full remodels. Products must integrate visually and functionally with mixed-brand kitchens. Flexible, accessible design supports long-term usability. Sustainability Through Longevity and Efficiency Sustainability now includes durability, waste reduction, and performance efficiency. Better storage and preservation reduce food waste. Long product lifecycles contribute to environmental responsibility.

Join us this week as we go through some of the top categories of this years Oscars and give our predications for who we think will be taking home the trophies! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

In this session, Tyler trains creators on Kickstarter's new feature for gifting free items to backers by adding existing reward items to individual backers or filtered groups via the Backer Report, with some UI quirks requiring multiple clicks and scrolling.

Welcome to episode 736. To kick off Women in Horror Month, we're sharing four short story debuts from female authors that are sure to raise your hackles and chill your marrow.COMING UPGood Evening: Folded Space Podcast, Lycan: Solomon's Odyssey Chpt 4, WiHM: 00:01:06cayce crane's kenosis as read by Amanda Stribling: 00:05:28[Trigger] Moira Kurtin's Come Sit By My Fire as read by Jesse Holt: 00:12:38Dee Mick's THE EXECUTION OF [INSERT NAME HERE] as read by Stephen Gagin: 00:26:42Marie Olden's A Visit to Father as read by Seth Williams: 00:34:33TRIGGER WARNINGSCome Sit By My Fire contains scenes of Child Death.PERTINENT LINKSSupport us on Patreon! Spread the darkness.Shop Tales to Terrify MerchFolded Space PodcastHive Head StudiosLycan: Solomon's Odyssey Chapter 4 Kickstartercayce craneJesse HoltJesse Holt on TwitterStephen GaginOriginal Score by Nebulus EntertainmentNebulus on FacebookNebulus on InstagramSPECIAL THANKS TOOrion D. HegreSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/talestoterrify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friction gets an bad rap, according Jennifer Vail. As a tribologist, she studies interacting surfaces in relative motion, and she's worked on everything from aerospace materials to syringes to dog food. Her new book, Friction: A Biography, explores the science of rubbing surfaces, the history of lubrication, and why “frictionless” is a dangerous fantasy.  Kara and Jennifer unpack everything from Roman chariot “pit stops” to ball bearings and how tiny tweaks in texture and lubricant chemistry can save massive amounts of energy. They end with a discussion of behavioral friction (the kind tech companies want to get rid of) and Kara makes the case for “good friction” in tech, work, and relationships.  Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Bluesky @onwithkaraswisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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