#135 People, Agents & Robots: How Work Is Changing for UX Designers
In this episode, we explore one of the biggest shifts happening in the world of work right now: the rise of people–agent–robot partnerships.I break down insights from McKinsey’s new report Agents, Robots, and Us and explain what this means for UX designers, product teams, and anyone working in digital experiences.We talk about:• how work is changing toward human + AI + robot collaboration• why most skills won’t disappear, but evolve• why AI fluency is becoming essential for designers• the seven new job archetypes shaping future workflows• real examples of people–agent–robot systems• and why UX will play a central role in orchestrating these experiencesIf you're curious about how to work with AI in a practical, meaningful way, this episode gives you a simple and friendly overview of what’s coming next.Mentioned:• McKinsey’s Agents, Robots, and Us report• Neo robot👉 Please your thoughts here:Linkedin: Your next user might not be human: Designing for agents & robotsAI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Open Jan 2026→ Sign up for the waiting list👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈→ Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 min💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights and updates: UX NewsletterFollow the Future of UX:🎨 Linkedin: Future of UX Podcast📸 Instagram: Future of UX Podcast🍏 Apple Podcast: Future of UX💚 Spotify: Future of UXFind Patricia on Socials📸 Instagram @ux.patricia🎨 Linkedin Patricia Reiners🐦 Twitter @ux_Patricia📝 My UX Design Blog 🎥 Youtube
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#134 The Economics Behind AI: What Designers Need to Know
In this episode of Future of UX, we explore the real economics behind today’s AI tools.Why are some tools stable while others quietly burn money?What does OpenAI’s IPO tell us about where the industry is heading?And what should designers expect in the next 1–3 years?A clear, easy-to-understand breakdown for anyone designing in an AI-driven world.Why AI is so expensive (training vs. inference costs)How AI companies make money (and where they lose it)Who’s profitable vs. who’s burning cashWhy cloud providers shape the whole industryWhat OpenAI’s IPO really signalsHow stable major design-related AI tools actually areWhat designers should expect next: pricing, consolidation, workflow changesAI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Open Jan 2026→ Sign up for the waiting list👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈→ Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 min💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights and updates: UX NewsletterFollow the Future of UX:🎨 Linkedin: Future of UX Podcast📸 Instagram: Future of UX Podcast🍏 Apple Podcast: Future of UX💚 Spotify: Future of UXFind Patricia on Socials📸 Instagram @ux.patricia🎨 Linkedin Patricia Reiners🐦 Twitter @ux_Patricia📝 My UX Design Blog 🎥 Youtube
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#133 What Hiring Managers Want in 2026 (and What They Don’t)
Design roles are shifting fast and AI is speeding things up. In this episode of Future of UX, we dig into what’s really changing in the UX world, which roles are emerging, and how you can stay ahead in a landscape shaped by automation, agents, and AI tools.You’ll hear:Why roles like Interaction Designer aren’t disappearing but evolvingWhat new job titles like “AI UX Designer” or “Design Ops” actually meanThe skills that make designers future-proof (and which ones won’t matter as much)What hiring managers really want nowPlus: a real story of one of our bootcamp participants who landed her dream AI design job after sharing a case study on LinkedInThis episode is packed with clarity, energy, and practical advice whether you're just starting out or looking to reinvent your UX role for the future.🔗 Link to the case study mentioned:👉 Have a look at the case study shoutoutAI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Open Jan 2026→ Sign up for the waiting list👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈→ Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 min💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights and updates: UX NewsletterFollow the Future of UX:🎨 Linkedin: Future of UX Podcast📸 Instagram: Future of UX Podcast🍏 Apple Podcast: Future of UX💚 Spotify: Future of UXFind Patricia on Socials📸 Instagram @ux.patricia🎨 Linkedin Patricia Reiners🐦 Twitter @ux_Patricia📝 My UX Design Blog 🎥 Youtube
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#132 Understand AI Agents in 20 Minutes
AI Agents are reshaping how we interact with technology — from simple assistants to fully autonomous systems that think and act on their own.In this episode, Patricia breaks down what AI agents really are, how they differ from chatbots, what goes into building them, and why designers should start experimenting now.Whether you’re new to the concept or already knee-deep in agentic design, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of how these systems work and how to design for them.🧠 Key takeawaysAgents decide and act — they’re more than reactive chatbots.The six layers: model, tools, memory, audio, guardrails, orchestration.Start simple, build first, optimize later.Clear instructions matter more than fancy models.Designers are now shaping systems of behavior, not just interfaces.“Context engineering” is the next big UX skill for AI design.AI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Open Jan 2026→ Sign up for the waiting list👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈→ Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 min💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights and updates: UX NewsletterFollow the Future of UX:🎨 Linkedin: Future of UX Podcast📸 Instagram: Future of UX Podcast🍏 Apple Podcast: Future of UX💚 Spotify: Future of UXFind Patricia on Socials📸 Instagram @ux.patricia🎨 Linkedin Patricia Reiners🐦 Twitter @ux_Patricia📝 My UX Design Blog 🎥 Youtube
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#131 Quarterly AI & UX Update: Vibe-Coding, AI Design Ecosystems & the Rise of Agent Browsers
This episode mixes a few personal updates — balancing work, creativity, and life — with the top three AI trends every designer should know about this season:Vibe-Coding Goes Mainstream: How design teams are using emotional prototyping and AI-generated “vibes” to test concepts and shape user experiences faster than ever.AI Design Ecosystems: Adobe and Canva are reinventing what design software means — merging creativity, speed, and automation into intelligent creative platforms.The Rise of AI Browsers: With tools like OpenAI’s Atlas, browsing becomes conversational — and UX designers must start designing for both humans and AI agents.You’ll walk away with fresh insights on how these changes are redefining creativity, how to stay ahead as a designer, and why human-centered thinking matters more than ever.Because the future of UX isn’t about AI replacing us — it’s about designers who know how to think with it.👉 0€ AI mini Training for Designers 👈→ Learn 3 strategies to leverage gen AI as a designer in just 30 minAI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Open Jan 2026→ Sign up for the waiting list💌 Newsletter → Free Weekly UX insights and updates: UX NewsletterFollow the Future of UX:🎨 Linkedin: Future of UX Podcast📸 Instagram: Future of UX Podcast🍏 Apple Podcast: Future of UX💚 Spotify: Future of UXFind Patricia on Socials📸 Instagram @ux.patricia🎨 Linkedin Patricia Reiners🐦 Twitter @ux_Patricia📝 My UX Design Blog 🎥 Youtube
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