In this power-packed follow-up episode, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore dive into Parts III and IV of Marty Cagan’s Transformed—and things get real. This isn’t just about innovation for innovation’s sake. It’s about how to break free from predictable, bloated, and process-heavy product development and actually build what matters.

They unpack why doing the hard thing, like removing features instead of adding more, often leads to better outcomes. Why principles should trump process, and how small, empowered teams can outpace top-down orgs every time. You’ll hear them riff on the magic of small, frequent releases, how to tame technical debt, and why experimentation and telemetry aren’t just buzzwords—they’re non-negotiables.

With their signature blend of sharp insight, humor, and battle-tested stories from the trenches, Ephie and Jason offer a compelling blueprint for any team that wants to stop playing it safe—and start shipping real innovation.

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In this episode of UXPERTS, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore crack open the first 9 chapters of Marty Cagan’s "Transformed"—and trust us, it’s not just another book club chat. This is a no-holds-barred, insight-packed deep dive into what it takes to build the right product correctly.

If you've ever felt like your product process is more chaos than craft—or you're ticking boxes without moving the needle—this one’s for you. Ephie and Jason break down the myths we cling to, the traps teams fall into, and the bold shifts top-tier product companies are making to stop shipping junk and start delivering real value.

Expect candid takes, hard-earned lessons, and a few uncomfortable truths about how you might be doing product wrong. Ready to challenge your assumptions and level up your team’s impact?

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In Marty Cagan’s book Transformed, he argues that many modern enterprise software companies are not truly agile but are doing short waterfall sprints. In this introductory episode to the book, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore dig into the topic deeply, reflecting on their own experiences and understanding of the industry and agile. Is it possible to do waterfall software development well? How do large companies tackle large initiatives while still being agile? Join them as they unpack the delicate balance that larger companies need to make to develop software best in a modern environment.

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Long-time hiring manager Dave Laird brings his years of experience to the table in an exclusive interview with Ephie Risho and Jason Moore on finding the perfect job in the technology sector. Topics range from what stands out these days to get noticed, what pushes a good interview over the line to a great interview, and what to look out for in current trends. The episode digs deeply into the psychology and inner workings of hiring at an enterprise software company, and how to make the best of the job application process.

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How do you land the perfect job in UX? What are the best practices to get into the right position with the right company? How do good hiring managers make their decisions? In this episode, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore dig into their hiring and interviewing experiences in the UX field. They look at best practices for those looking for a job in the industry and the things they look for with candidates. Along the way, they share stories and examples to help guide the discussion.

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In this AMA (ask me anything) podcast, Ephie Risho and Jason Moore field some problematic questions, giving examples from their own experiences. Some of the topics include showing the value of user research without stepping on toes, working with developers in 2-week sprints, context switching, dealing with imposter syndrome, growing into a new role, how to deal with stakeholders who are tuning out, what to do with usability studies with mixed results, and designs that end up wrong in production.

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What are the most critical things to consider when overseeing design systems? At different stages of an organization, what should design leaders be focused on when working with the rest of the organization? A natural ebb and flow of rigidity and creativity must be accounted for.

In this episode, special guest Ross Moody digs in with his many years of experience and examples to shed light on the topic. Ephie Risho and Jason Moore guide the discussion, digging into the tension in any organization that must be balanced, and some tactical ways to face these challenges and more.

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Ephie Risho is a published novelist in YA fantasy who sold a record number of books in 2024. In this publishing episode, Jason Moore and Ephie discuss authors, publishing, writing, and the industry, all from the lens of user experience. Visit Ephie’s website, theelementalists.net, to see more of his books.

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