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HC-Hive is a podcast run by M.S. Human-Computer Interaction students at Georgia Institute of Technology.

  1. 12/03/2025

    [Season 6] Gratitude in the Hive: Thanksgiving Special

    Join us for a cozy Thanksgiving special as we reflect on gratitude, community, and the little joys that keep us going in the MS-HCI program. From favorite holiday foods to end-of-semester hopes, we’re sharing what we’re thankful for and what we’re looking forward to. Perfect for a moment of calm... and a gentle nudge for those thinking about polishing their portfolios over break.

    29 min

  2. 11/26/2025

    [Season 6] Life in Atlanta

    What’s it really like to live in Atlanta as a Georgia Tech grad student? In this episode, Mansi, Kernell, and Pooja break down the essentials — housing, gyms, safety, study spots, and the best places to explore around the city. We also dive into ATL’s music scene, events, and what makes this city such a unique place to study and live. If you’re moving to Atlanta or just curious about life here, this episode gives you the quick, honest rundown. Tune in! 🐝✨

    55 min

  3. 10/22/2025

    [Season 6] Designing the Future with AI and UX: A Conversation with David Muñoz

    In this episode, we chat with David Muñoz, Staff UX Researcher at Google, about AI image generation, career growth in tech, and what it means to be a “super IC.” We cover the future of UX, ethical AI, and how research happens at scale. Whether you're in design, research, or just curious about HCI, this one's for you. 🔗 Follow HC-Hive for more real talk on design, tech, and grad school life.

    1h 9m

  4. 10/14/2025

    [Season 6] So We're in Grad School Now...

    Welcome to the very first episode of HC-Hive, the podcast where Georgia Tech grad students pull back the curtain on what it's really like behind the scenes. In this episode, Kernell, Mansi, and Pooja share their first impressions of grad school, why they chose Georgia Tech, and the projects they're diving into. They get real about the challenges (like managing group work and late-night grind sessions), the learning moments (including some surprise lessons outside the classroom), and of course, life in grad school — the highs, the lows, and the coffee-fueled chaos in between. If you're thinking about grad school, just started, or are curious about life as a Yellow Jacket, this one's for you! Tune in, follow, and get ready for more honest conversations in future episodes.

    51 min

  5. 04/28/2025

    [Season 5] From Arrival to Survival: HCI Grad Life in Atlanta

    New to Atlanta? We've got you covered.In this episode, current HCI master's students join the Hive to share their real experiences moving to Atlanta for grad school — from navigating the city to defining what success in grad school means to them to building a new community. Whether you're packing your bags or just curious about what’s ahead, tune in for tips, stories, and encouragement! Also, a very hearty welcome to the class of 2027! Our guests today: Parnian Vafa - https://www.linkedin.com/in/parvaf3830/ Umme Ammara - https://www.linkedin.com/in/umme-ammara/ Hosted by:Manuni Dhruv - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manunidhruv/Rajath Pai - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajath-pai-k/ Edited by: Manuni Dhruv

    34 min

  6. 02/20/2025

    [Season 5] Career Envy Anonymous: The Support Group You Need

    The Hive returns this week with an episode on professional envy. As we wade deeper into job and internship hunting season, we thought it would be curious to delve into the nuances of professional envy - what causes it, how might we process it and is there anything to be gained by being professionally envious? Happy hunting! Hosts: Rajath Pai, Manuni Dhruv Editor: Manuni Dhruv Music by: Allen Cai Research for the episode was done by: Manuni Dhruv

    32 min

  7. 10/31/2024

    [Season 5] Trick or Trick? A Halloween Exclusive on Deceptive Patterns w/ Caroline Sinders

    Dearest listeners, we've missed you. This Halloween, return to the Hive as we explore the sinister scene of dark or deceptive design patterns with special guest Caroline Sinders. Hosts: Rajath Pai, Manuni Dhruv, Vibha Maheshwari Editor: Junxiao (Dante) Long Music by: Allen Cai Research for the episode was done by: Manuni Dhruv, Katie McIntyre Further information on deceptive design patterns and resources mentioned in the episode are below: Deceptive Patterns: ⁠https://www.deceptive.design/⁠ Design beyond Deception: ⁠https://design.pranavainstitute.com/⁠ Caroline Sinders: ⁠https://carolinesinders.com/⁠ Convocation Design: ⁠https://convocation.design/⁠ The Pudding: ⁠https://pudding.cool/⁠ FTC Click-to-Cancel Ruling: ⁠https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2024/10/federal-trade-commission-announces-final-click-cancel-rule-making-it-easier-consumers-end-recurring⁠ Dark Patterns subreddit: ⁠https://www.reddit.com/r/darkpatterns/⁠

    33 min
  8. HC-Hi! Episode 4: "It's All Nine Inch Nails" with Rob MacDonald

    05/19/2023

    HC-Hi! Episode 4: "It's All Nine Inch Nails" with Rob MacDonald

    Tommy Ottolin interviews Rob MacDonald, a new '23 graduate from the Psychology track, in this episode of the HC-Hi! Rob discusses how UX and ethics have been focal points throughout his diversified career path, and he shares what aspects that make up his favorite teams. HC-Hi! is an interview series showcasing the eclectic personalities of the Georgia Tech M.S. Human-Computer Interaction program. Each episode, a podcast team member chats with a fellow classmate about their projects and passions within and beyond the program.

    19 min
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HC-Hive is a podcast run by M.S. Human-Computer Interaction students at Georgia Institute of Technology.

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  • Creator
    GT HC-Hive
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © GT HC-Hive
  • Show Website
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