<description>&lt;p&gt;In this special reflection episode, co-hosts Justin and Taryn take a pause to look back on the first three episodes of &lt;em&gt;Designing for Humans in the Loop&lt;/em&gt;. From experimenting with AI tools to rediscovering the irreplaceable value of critical thinking, creativity, and empathy, this candid conversation explores how AI is reshaping our work as designers and what it means to design in a time of rapid technological change.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We talk about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;What we’ve learned so far from guests like Chris and Barry&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;How AI is empowering (not replacing) designers&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;The privilege of designing in the age of intelligent tools&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Personal reflections on podcasting, growth, and staying curious&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Where we want to take the podcast next in 2025&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a fellow designer, or just podcast-curious, join us for a reflective, honest, and optimistic look at the intersection of humans, design, and machines.&lt;/p&gt;
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In this special reflection episode, co-hosts Justin and Taryn take a pause to look back on the first three episodes of Designing for Humans in the Loop. From experimenting with AI tools to rediscovering the irreplaceable value of critical thinking, creativity, and empathy, this candid conversation explores how AI is reshaping our work as designers and what it means to design in a time of rapid technological change.We talk about:<ul><li>What we’ve learned so far from guests like Chris and Barry</li><li>How AI is empowering (not replacing) designers</li><li>The privilege of designing in the age of intelligent tools</li><li>Personal reflections on podcasting, growth, and staying curious</li><li>Where we want to take the podcast next in 2025</li></ul>Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a fellow designer, or just podcast-curious, join us for a reflective, honest, and optimistic look at the intersection of humans, design, and machines.

Designing for Humans in the Loop

Episode 4: Reflections on AI, Design & Our Podcasting Journey

Episode 4: Reflections on AI, Design & Our Podcasting Journey

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