Best Jane Portman Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 13: From writer to SaaS founder, with Jane Portman 45:21

14d ago45:21

45:21

Keywords podcasting, SaaS, entrepreneurship, user list, email marketing, business growth, co-founder, balancing life, niching down, startup challenges, podcasting, networking, delegation, production, equipment, learning, user list, marketing, audio editing, guest interviews Summary In this engaging conversation, Jon and Jane Portman discuss the mul…

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Ep. 15: Humour, RevOps, and rolling the dice, with Jen Igartua 59:59

3h ago59:59

59:59

Episode Summary: Join us for an engaging and multifaceted conversation with Jen Igartua. We kick things off by exploring Jen's unique and humorous approach to content on LinkedIn, challenging the platform's typically serious tone and discussing the importance of authenticity in professional settings. Jen shares insights from her journey as CEO of G…

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Ep 14: Standing out in a crowded field, with Joel Klettke 57:54

7d ago57:54

57:54

Keywords copywriting, SaaS, B2B, case studies, marketing, innovation, storytelling, business strategy, unique voice, personal journey, promotion, distribution, customer storytelling, Case Study Buddy, personal challenges, success, fulfillment, new ventures, AI, parenting Summary In this conversation, Joel Klettke, a renowned SaaS copywriter, discus…

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Episode 292: Using Tokens in Design Systems with Jan Six 32:30

17d ago32:30

32:30

How can tokens help your design and development teams become more efficient? Our guest today is Jan Six, staff product designer at GitHub and co-creator of Tokens Studio. You’ll learn how design components and tokens correlate on a technical level, why adoption is the biggest challenge in design systems, how you can get started with creating your o…

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BDTP. The Impact Mindset with Connor Joyce 39:03

2M ago39:03

39:03

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Connor Joyce, senior user researcher at Microsoft and author of Bridging Intention to Impact. You'll learn why you need to ask if your product is really working, the five success metrics for products, some approaches to collecting behavioral data, and more. Please he…

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Episode 291: Shippable User Research with Alice Lee 35:44

2M ago35:44

35:44

Is research still a great investment? Our guest today is Alice Lee, Strategy Director at Work & Co. You’ll learn about their shippable user research process, how to ask the right questions about things you don’t know, how they helped GoFundMe with their charity action page, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com/4MvgQ73R …

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Ep 12: We're back! 35:51

2M ago35:51

35:51

Episode Summary: After 18 months, Alex Radford and Jon McGreevy have returned, brimming with the usual SaaS and a dash of nostalgia. In this comeback episode, they chat candidly about what they've been up to, the evolution of their careers, and the future of SaaSy as F**k. Expect laughs, tangents, and a peek into their renewed vision for the podcas…

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BDTP. Bullseye Customer Research with Michael Margolis 29:47

3M ago29:47

29:47

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Michael Margolis, UX Research Partner at Google Ventures. You'll learn about their bullseye customer sprint, the difference between an ideal customer profile and the bullseye customer, how to apply prototypes, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the de…

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Episode 290: Creativity in Digital Product Design with John Roescher 32:51

3M ago32:51

32:51

Can creativity become your competitive advantage? Our guest today is John Roescher, founder of Raw Materials. You’ll learn about their framework for client projects, how they helped Volta scale and get acquired, why differentiating yourself is a difficult journey, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com/4MvgQ73R in your fa…

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BDTP. Product SEO with David Pasztor 27:15

4M ago27:15

27:15

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to David Pasztor, founder of UX studio and Ranking Raccoon. You'll learn why they built a platform for link collaboration, how to target transactional keywords, how they’re doing SEO for their own product, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the detailed …

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Episode 289: OKRs in Product Development with Jeff Gothelf 34:38

4M ago34:38

34:38

How do you make your OKRs truly customer-centric? Our guest today is Jeff Gothelf, a coach, trainer, speaker, and author of five books. You’ll learn how to identify and drive results, why cross-functional collaboration is important in determining OKRs, how to get started with OKRs, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com/4…

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The End but Not Goodbye: Jameela's Farewell AMA 54:28

5M ago54:28

54:28

This week Jameela is bidding a fond farewell to the I Weigh Podcast and answering listener questions. Jameela revisits how the I Weigh movement + podcast started and gives insights into what she’ll be up to next. Remember, this isn’t the end...just the beginning of new and exciting things in the next chapter! And remember, Eat. Laugh. Orgasm...but …

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BDTP. Storytelling in SaaS with Stephen Steers 39:06

5M ago39:06

39:06

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Stephen Steers, sales coach, consultant, and storyteller. You'll learn about why you should sell the outcome, how to choose the right story to tell, how to apply storytelling in your sales calls, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the detailed recap a…

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Introducing The Optimist Project with Yara Shahidi 9:58

5M ago9:58

9:58

We’re sharing a new podcast with you on the I Weigh feed. Host Yara Shahidi sits down with incredible changemakers to unlock their secrets to conquering life, love, career, and everything in between with unwavering confidence and hope. In this clip, Yara talks with singer, songwriter, actress, and producer Janelle Monáe. To listen to the rest of th…

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Dismantling Gender Violence with Dr Jackson Katz 1:01:07

5M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Jameela welcomes the world-leading educator on gender violence, Dr Jackson Katz (Every Man, Tough Guise) back to her I Weigh podcast for a fresh discussion on why violence against women is a men’s issue, and what we all can do to make a difference. Dr Katz talks through the current state of the manosphere, what message the recent US election result…

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Living Deliciously with Florence Given 1:18:12

5M ago1:18:12

1:18:12

This week, Jameela is joined by author & illustrator Florence Given (Women Living Deliciously) to talk finding joy in your life, being a playful activist, and opening your own doors of self-expression. Florence shares ways to let go of other people’s perceptions of you, and how to intentionally take up (too much) space by showing up courageously an…

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Episode 288: User-centered Decision-making with Jason Giles 39:08

5M ago39:08

39:08

How do you make truly informed product decisions? Our guest today is Jason Giles, VP of Product Design at UserTesting. You’ll learn how to choose the right research method, how to develop a customer-informed intuition, the elements of a research program, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com/4MvgQ73R in your favorite pod…

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Revisiting Politics on a Local Level with Erin Gibson 1:02:00

5M ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Comedian, podcast queen, and author Erin Gibson joins Jameela this week from a familiar time, before midterms 2022 and their conversation touches on issues still affecting us in 2024: reproductive rights and freedoms, the way the media's fear mongering affects everyone, what the heck conspirituality is, Erin's journey to finding peace from her depr…

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Disinformation & Conspiracy Theories with Danny Wallace 1:05:22

6M ago1:05:22

1:05:22

Jameela welcomes comedian and author Danny Wallace (Yes Man) for a look down the rabbit hole of disinformation and its slippery slope into conspiracy theories. Danny talks through his personal experience researching his latest book (Somebody Told Me), highlighting what stages of life we are most open to conspiracies and the tribalist online communi…

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Natalie Portman 54:01

6M ago54:01

54:01

This week, Jameela welcomes Academy Award winner Natalie Portman for a conversation about activism, motherhood, and her trailblazing career. The two discuss mental health and Natalie’s version of messy perfectionism, the important decisions she and her family made around her early acting work, and how she continues to buck the trend of Hollywood st…

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BDTP. Managing Priorities with Harry Max 37:20

6M ago37:20

37:20

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Harry Max, speaker, coach, consultant, and author of Managing Priorities. You'll learn about the DEGAP process, the four approaches to prioritization, prioritization processes in large organizations, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the detailed rec…

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Unfiltered: AMA with Jameela! 47:51

6M ago47:51

47:51

Jameela welcomes your questions this week for another Ask Me Anything episode of I Weigh. You’ll hear thoughts on handling confrontation with family members, what to prioritize when making life-changing tough decisions, and if we can “divorce the artist from the art.” Jameela shares perspectives on ethical p*rn, what activism she sees at fashion ru…

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How To Menopause with Tamsen Fadal 52:25

6M ago52:25

52:25

Jameela is joined for some hard truths about menopause by author & journalist Tamsen Fadal (How to Menopause) this week. They talk about the hidden impact menopause has had on women’s lives, including lost wages, disrupted careers, relationship breaks ups, and emotional strain. Tamsen talks through raising awareness about perimenopause (the years b…

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Episode 287: Career Growth for Individual Contributors with Cliff Seal 46:04

6M ago46:04

46:04

What does career growth look like for a designer in an enterprise company? Our guest today is Cliff Seal, UX architect at Salesforce. You’ll learn about the push-and-pull dynamics in decision making, setting the right foundation with your mentor, the complexities of a mature product, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to https://feeds.simplecast.com…

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Unfiltered: AMA with Dawn O’Porter on Friendship 1:02:11

7M ago1:02:11

1:02:11

Jameela is joined by writer & TV host Dawn O’Porter to answer all your questions about friendships; the ups and downs with our partners, siblings, and best friends. Jameela & Dawn discuss the grief experienced with the loss of a friendship, the special significance and love we have with friends, and the nuances we can’t always debrief with our part…

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Revisiting Men’s Violence Against Women with Dr. Jackson Katz 1:27:42

7M ago1:27:42

1:27:42

This week Jameela is revisiting an insightful conversation with trailblazer, educator, filmmaker, author, and viral TED Talk speaker Dr. Jackson Katz to discuss the language we use when discussing violence against women, bro-culture and how some men are afraid of losing social status with other men by speaking up. They also talk through how vulnera…

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BDTP. Implementing Self-service SaaS with Franciska Dethlefsen 34:29

7M ago34:29

34:29

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Franciska Dethlefsen, Head of Growth Marketing at Amplitude. You'll learn about their journey from being completely sales-led to launching a self-serve plan, how they approached pricing and packaging, how it all ties with their free plan, what channels they use to pr…

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Joanne McNally - LIVE 1:09:34

7M ago1:09:34

1:09:34

Live from London! Jameela welcomes the hilarious Joanne McNally (My Therapist Ghosted Me Podcast) for a live event - recorded from Kings Place during the 2024 London Podcast Festival. Jameela & Joanne talk through how eating disorders were hyper-normalized in their respective childhoods and families, what steps Joanne’s taken in adulthood to improv…

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Hypermasculinity & Heartbreak with Jordan Stephens 1:27:04

7M ago1:27:04

1:27:04

Jameela welcomes musician, actor and new author Jordan Stephens (Rizzle Kicks) for an open examination of modern masculinity, intimacy, and hope after heartbreak. Jordan speaks honestly about his anxiety in relationships, how social media distorts to a hyper-reality, and how putting time into reconnecting with himself and his community has helped h…

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Episode 286: Experience-led Branding with Doug Hughmanick 33:39

7M ago33:39

33:39

How does experience-led branding help big companies create memorable products? Our guest today is Doug Hughmanick, Head of Creative and founder of ANML. You’ll learn how big brands think about user experience, why learning motion skills could be helpful for designers, some practical tips for applying experience-led branding, and more. Podcast feed:…

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Revisiting Narcissism with Dr. Ramani Durvasula 55:43

7M ago55:43

55:43

It’s time to revisit the topic of narcissism, as Jameela re-releases one of the most appreciated episodes from the I Weigh archive. Join clinical psychiatrist and author Dr. Ramani Durvasula who helps Jameela break down the ins and outs of narcissism. They cover what it is, the different forms it takes, how the world encourages narcissism in its le…

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What’s At Stake This US Election with Melissa Murray 1:04:39

8M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

This week, Jameela dives into what’s at stake in this year’s US Election with NYU Professor, author and podcaster Melissa Murray (Crooked Media’s Strict Scrutiny) who runs through the grim reality of Project 2025, what the media hasn’t covered from Supreme Court rulings, and how reproductive rights could be further restricted. Despite the harrowing…

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Redefining Motherhood with Ashley James 1:03:51

8M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Jameela welcomes radio & TV host Ashley James for an honest look at her shame-free motherhood experience, the full-blown criticisms she received as a single person and now as a mother, and the contrasting views in society around people who parent. Jameela & Ashley talk through the loneliness of parenting, the pressure of reclaiming the pre-baby bod…

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BDTP. Measuring Paid Media for SaaS with Barbara Galiza 35:37

8M ago35:37

35:37

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Barbara Galiza, a growth and marketing analytics consultant. You'll learn about the three types of campaign performance metrics, how to manage attribution via multiple data sources, how companies are adapting to the recent focus on data privacy, and more. Please head…

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The Science of Happiness with Professor Bruce Hood 1:01:39

8M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

Join Jameela as she welcomes psychologist Professor Bruce Hood from the University of Bristol to talk through the positive psychology behind the evidence-informed roadmap to better wellbeing, what types of day to day interventions can work for your brain and how Bruce’s long-term study into happiness has changed his own outlook on life. They talk a…

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Explaining Incel Culture with Natalie Wynn 1:13:12

8M ago1:13:12

1:13:12

This week, Jameela is re-releasing an important discussion from the I Weigh archive with political commentator & YouTuber Natalie Wynn, also known as ContraPoints, about incel culture. They talk through the origins, why it is so toxic, and the societal issues that encourage incel ideology, along with the body issues which plague its community. Nata…

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Episode 285: Designing for Real-world Experiences with Dave Waddell 41:35

9M ago41:35

41:35

How do you design for real-world experiences? Our guest today is Dave Waddell, co-author of The Experience Book and experience design research and strategist at FreeState. You’ll learn why it’s critical to involve end users, the elements that make for a great experience, their case study about working with airports, and more. Podcast feed: subscrib…

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What’s Making Us Angry with Jennifer Cox 52:10

9M ago52:10

52:10

This week Jameela is joined by forensic psychotherapist and author Jennifer Cox to look at what is making us angry, the ways in which we mask our pain and anger, and how to identify our feelings and channel them for good. Jennifer takes us through the repeating patterns in the various stages of women's lives and what techniques we can adopt while e…

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Reflecting on My Abortion with Grace Campbell 54:27

9M ago54:27

54:27

Jameela welcomes her good friend & acclaimed UK comedian Grace Campbell for a thoughtful & open discussion about her recent abortion. Grace talks about the responsibilities of casual sex, unplanned pregnancy, the unsettling medical system she experienced, and the surprisingly long aftermath with her mental and physical changes. It’s also a frank co…

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BDTP. PR Strategies for Founders with Sneha Saigal 30:08

9M ago30:08

30:08

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Sneha Saigal, co-founder of Geeks & Experts. You'll learn why it’s best to DIY your PR strategy in the early stages, why you should be thoughtful about your pitches, how PR experts tap into a founder’s story, and more. Please head over to the episode page for the det…

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Unfiltered: AMA with Bob the Drag Queen 55:53

9M ago55:53

55:53

This week, Jameela is joined by Bob the Drag Queen (RuPaul’s Drag Race, HBO’s We’re Here) for a hilarious and unfiltered listener advice episode. You’ll hear all the things Bob got up to on tour with Madonna, who he considers his mentors, and why he celebrates millennial joy! There is no question too direct for these two and Jameela even gets schoo…

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Choose Love with Josie Naughton 44:19

9M ago44:19

44:19

This week Jameela checks in with Josie Naughton - the CEO of humanitarian aid organization Choose Love - to hear how you can support people who have been displaced by conflict in over 30 countries. Josie shares more about the fast, flexible and transparent aid work of Choose Love since it began nine years ago and what your support will mean right n…

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Episode 284: Designing for Mature Markets with Simon Rohrbach 34:40

9M ago34:40

34:40

How do you design for mature markets like the devtool space? Our guest today is Simon Rohrbach, co-founder and CEO of Plain. You’ll learn about their founder journey, why you shouldn’t strive for hyper-polished websites all the time, why you shouldn’t sacrifice quality when shipping improvements and features, and more. Podcast feed: subscribe to ht…

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Modern Motherhood with Paloma Faith 1:05:10

10M ago1:05:10

1:05:10

Join Jameela and award-winning musician, actor and author Paloma Faith (Pennyworth, Dangerous Liaisons) this week to examine the modern motherhood she experienced and wrote about in her new book “MILF: Motherhood, Identity, Love and F*ckery”. They discuss the mental & physical stress of fertility challenges, the loneliness and identity crisis of be…

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Ask Jameela Anything 5 42:19

10M ago42:19

42:19

Join Jameela for another AMA style episode answering your questions about body neutrality post pregnancy, how to handle friendship breakdowns, and dealing with stress at work. You'll also hear about what project Jameela is currently working on! This episode also lightly touches on domestic abuse and sexual abuse so please take care while listening.…

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BDTP. Hybrid Messaging Approach with Carolyn Beaudoin 47:48

10M ago47:48

47:48

Today we have another episode of Better Done Than Perfect. Listen in as we talk to Carolyn Beaudoin, co-founder of Boxcar Agency. You'll learn about their Hybrid One Reader approach, tips for structuring your homepage and dedicated solution pages, how to use customer call recordings as copywriting material, and more. Please head over to the episode…

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Overcoming Domestic Abuse with Chelsea Devantez 58:21

10M ago58:21

58:21

Jameela is joined by writer, comedian, actor, and director Chelsea Devantez (The Problem with Jon Stewart, Girls5Eva) to talk about the unspoken mundane details of domestic abuse, how to spot difficult power dynamics in relationships (and what to do about it) and how she always finds the humor from dark situations throughout her life. Chelsea also …

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Introducing Ted Danson's New Podcast 2:42

10M ago2:42

2:42

Today, Jameela brings you a little preview of a new podcast hosted by her friend Ted Danson. Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson Are Reunited! Ted and Woody are back together to bring you a brand-new podcast from Team Coco! It’s called "Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" and it’s out right now! They’re talking…

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How to Defend Yourself with Evy Poumpouras 57:00

10M ago57:00

57:00

Join Jameela LIVE on stage from New York this week as she sits down with former US. Secret Service Special Agent and current TV host and author Evy Poumpouras for a unique fireside chat about women’s safety. As we’ve heard recently on social media, many people would rather be in the forest with a bear vs. a man, and knowing that 4.8 million women i…

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Episode 283: Implementing Design Systems with Dan Mall 40:54

10M ago40:54

40:54

How do you make your design system an internal rooted practice? Our guest today is Dan Mall, entrepreneur and author of Design That Scales. You’ll learn how small practices can evolve into a design system, why adoption should tie in to your company’s mission statement, how to declare your strategic plan when establishing a design system, and more. …

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