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“I really appreciate how the podcast features user experience research leaders from all types of organizations. It’s an entertaining and insightful way to quickly understand best practices and trends across the industry. Early in my career, it helped me grow my skills and mindsets regarding...”Read full review »
Felix UXR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/24
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“I absolutely love this podcast. Always insightful without being too heavy or overwrought. Steve is a skilled interviewer…which makes sense!”
Ericjc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/24
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“This podcast has been breathing life into my experience as a researcher for years now. The conversations Steve has with folks remind me that corporate folks are just people, that researchers are fun to talk with, and that we all have a varied background and approach to doing what we do.
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Kristina UXR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/24
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“I recently discovered Dollars to Donuts podcast and have been enjoying the content. I learn something new each time I listen. My compliments! ~Chris G.”
Chris UXR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/24
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“So glad Dollars to Donuts is back! I started listening back in 2020 when I wanted to upskill in research, and possibly pivot from content design.
Not only is it insightful and interesting content; I have applied what I learned in my day-to-day.
My favorite episode is #22 with Vicki Tollemache...”Read full review »
Corinnahouston via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/24
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“I've been getting deeper into design and listening to somebody champion UX research is SOOOO refreshing”Read full review »
paperfairy17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/20
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“I’ve been listening to Dollars to Donuts since I started my career in UXR, and it’s been hands down the best resource for me.
It’s provided inspiration and best practices and made me feel plugged into the broader research community.
Highly highly recommend to any researcher at any point in...”Read full review »
shrothermel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/20
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“Steve Portigal wrote the definitive book on Interviewing Users. He continues to lead the UX Research community through his fun and educational podcast, Dollars to Donuts. There is no better resource to keep abreast of UX Research trends and strategies than this timely series of interviews with...”Read full review »
kcinmdr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/20
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“Steve Portigal is a favorite of mine when learning and teaching people how to do User research. This takes it a step further; interviewing heads of research departments from Citrix to ADP to Goldman Sachs and on the flip side, Etsy. There’s no “why are we here” here, just great content.”
EFOhio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/19
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“I finally started listening to the Dollars To Donuts podcast this morning. Steve really knows how to interview people - he always has the right follow-up question. The podcast is great for the content and for observing interviewing style. As an agency person it’s great to hear what’s going on in...”Read full review »
banderlin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/17/19
“This podcast and the work Steve Portigal is doing is pushing our industry forward! I’m a HUGE fan - and I’m personally grateful for his investment in the research community!”
ellie_kemery via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/24/19
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“As a former academic researcher who has just transitioned to UX research, Dollars to Donuts is an incredibly valuable find! I can't imagine a better way to learn about how UX research is done than by talking to the people who head up research in some of the most innovative companies out...”Read full review »
jrward47 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/19
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“Excited to find a solely user research focused podcast!”
Alwe9405 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/19
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“As someone who is trained in traditional market research techniques, this podcast has been an excellent source of perspective into what it takes to excel in the field of user experience testing.”
RG Lempera via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/14/18
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“Steve's got a great handle on the craft of interviewing. Good range of guests too, some are more interesting than others. The episodes with Judd Antin and Pree Kolari are incredible.”Read full review »
LNSNS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/25/17
“Full of insights in a field that deserves more credit that it's been receiving lately. As a UX Designer transitioning into UX Research, it has been helpful to hear about the backgrounds, career trajectories, thought processes, and day to day tactical insights from pioneer practioners in the...”Read full review »
polyhedral design via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/17
“Invaluable insight into how the best research teams work. Cracker of a resource if you manage a research team or are aiming to make your customer research have more business impact. Thanks Steve!”
Sooperdoop3r via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/28/16
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“These lively and insightful discussions about user research and its growth within different companies gets me beyond excited about we do for users and products.”
KPlano via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/16
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“As a UX Researcher in the Bay Area, this has been one of the most valuable podcasts I've ever had the pleasure of listening to. There aren't many resources available to see how research works in various companies, it seems like the only way to really do it is befriend the researchers that...”Read full review »
chelleparti5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/16
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“Thanks so much, Steve for making this podcast happen. Great insights and lots of help for fellow researchers. Really looking forward to the next episodes.”
laszlo.priskin via Apple Podcasts ·
Hungary ·
08/08/16
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“This is a great professional development resource for UX Researchers, Designers and Research Managers- with the UX Research field coming into maturity the timing of this is great. Steve Portigal interviews design research leaders from some of the most cutting-edge UX Research teams on...”Read full review »
DigitalAnth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/16
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“The caliber of guests matched with the inquisitive, intelligent Steve Portigal makes this hands down the best user research podcast around. If you want to learn from some of the best in the industry, look no further.”
ScarmbleBuddy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/16
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“If you’re a user researcher, there aren’t any other podcasts (or really any other sources I can think of) that provide this level of insight into what’s going on in the industry. Really nice to listen to something that is focused on research and not a hybrid UX podcast. We need those, too, but...”Read full review »
allisonc2016 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/16
“I listen to “Dollars to Donuts” on my way to work, and they really make my mornings. The act of listening and hearing the experiences of others in the field (instead of reading about it) is such a different experience and really resonates. One gets two things from these podcasts: learnings from...”Read full review »
JC10011 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/16
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“I often recommend Steve’s book to people who want to get started with user research so I was thrilled to notice his new podcast series. It’s such a refreshing change to hear research talked about on a podcast and is something I’ve been looking for for a while now. As a client-side researcher,...”Read full review »
emmaboulton via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/14/15
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“Incredible podcast! It's really interesting getting some visibility into how different organizations approach user research and I'm looking forward to more episodes. On top of that, I’ve been able to pick up a few tips and tricks along the way that I can apply to my own work.”Read full review »
JimmyInCaliforniaTKJ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/15
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“Each interview covers a range of topics, from the theoretical to the practical. I especially enjoyed the interview with Carol Rossi and the conversation about "putting good back into the world."”Read full review »
edstull via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/15
“These interviews are well worth the time for anyone interested in: (a) the craft of UX or design research, (b) the growth and development of research groups or professions within an organization, and (c) the culture of research within an organization. As a master ethnographic interviewer, Steve...”Read full review »
dperkel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/15
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“I listened to the first podcast on the weekend and found both news ideas and comfort in the approach we employ is being used by some of the leading startups in the USA. What I found valuable was the language Gregg used to explain the value of user centred design. Simple but powerful and clearly...”Read full review »
Damiankster via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/01/15
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“I've thoroughly enjoyed the first five episodes of this podcast. It's really interesting to hear the details of how other companies do ux research!”Read full review »
sg1987 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/28/15
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“Not only do you get to hear fascinating stories about how research is being integrated into these companies, but you get to hear the master interviewer himself, Steve Portigal, in action!”
maybanks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/15
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