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Trump debates Trump by Justin T Brown

Yet another video is about to make the rounds without crediting the original creator. The maker in this case is Justin T Brown, who has

Digital Ethics – The Mindmap

This mindmap is a work in progress. It helps me create the syllabus for my course Ethics in Design, as well as outline corporate workshops.

The slavery supported by that device in your pocket

When I look at my phone I think about slavery. I think about modern day slavery, perpetuated by the wealth and power that historic slavery

Hey, your e-mail matters more than hype

There is a new e-mail provider in town and it’s an excellent opportunity to have a reasoned conversation about how to improve your e-mail

Back to basics

Changing the newsletter around again I'm going back to basics. My newsletter is no longer Pandamonium or any of the previous gimmicks. It&

How black squares in social media are defeating their own purpose

Nobody truly seems to know where it started, although Brittany Packnett Cunningham has a good theory, but the black squares on social media are posing

The systemic complexity of managing a pandemic

A system map on relationships between different factors affecting society in times of a pandemic.

Making friends with Tech for Good

Being interviewed by Tech for Good Live and Rebecca Rae-Evans was delightful and uplifting. I have never felt more comfortable as a podcast guest. I

First, design no harm – Q&A

At UX Copenhagen 2020 I delivered my new talk “First, design no harm”. It’s an emotional talk that starts off with my own experiences

Waking up in the office

For anyone not used to working from home I understand it may feel odd, with quite a number of technical tools to get used to.

Managing Consequences of Design

I’ve just finished reading The Ethical Design Handbook and am both brimming with new ideas and am more hopeful about the future. The authors

Five reasons why I deleted my Facebook account

Here are the most clear-cut reasons I deleted my Facebook account. These Facebook practices triggered ethical considerations that helped decide on a path forward that

Pandamonium #3

“Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It's a relationship between equals.” — Pema Chödrön Voice your intents I'

How to help events become more inclusive

Organizers have a lot on their mind, and so do people who struggle to feel welcome and cope with obstacles at events. As attendees and speakers we have the power to support and unburden others.

Pandamonium #2

“Whatever you focus your attention on will become more important to you even if it's unimportant.” — Sonya Parker Turn left where you usually