Product For Humans | The Practice of Product IRL!
Welcome to Product for Humans, the podcast where we bring clarity and joy to the art of practicing product management, one story, problem, and human at a time!
Your hosts are award-winning authors and celebrated Product Management coaches and educators Christa Hill and Renee Matsalla as they dive deep into the world of product management.
Join us as we explore the idea that there are no product problems, only "problem-tunities." We'll collaborate with industry experts to work through challenges and provide you with invaluable insights. From navigating the messy bits of product to real-life experiences of breaking into careers, getting promotions, and keeping cross-functional teams humming, they've got you covered.
At Tacit Edge, we believe in humans first, frameworks second. So, tune in for great tips, inspiring stories, and a fresh perspective on product management. Let's embark on this journey together!
Episodes
18 episodes
2025 Holiday AI Wrap with Renee & Christa
In this final episode of 'Product for Humans', Christa Hill and Renee Matsalla reflect on their journey throughout the year, discussing the impact of AI on their business and personal lives. They explore the challenges and successes they've fac...
Hot Girl AI Summer: Why You Need to Go AI-First — Now
In this energizing mid-year check-in, Christa and Renée dive into the accelerating pace of AI and why 2025 is the year to stop watching from the sidelines. From Canada’s shockingly low AI adoption stats to what it really means to build...
The Future of Sport: Where Data Meets Grit
In this episode of Product for Humans, we dive into the exhilarating—and urgent—intersection of sport, technology, and AI. Join hosts Christa Hill and Renee Matsalla as they sit down with longtime friend Dr. Taylor McKee from Brock University's...
PFH015:The Antidote to “Discovery Theatre"
Tired of pretending you're doing discovery when really, you're just guessing? In this episode, we step into The Product Experiment Garage with Chantal Botana and Maurice McGinley for a real talk on what discovery actually means — and w...
PFH014: Standing Up for What's Right in Tech with Frances Haugen
Frances became a household name in 2021 when she blew the whistle on Facebook for the prioritization of profits over user safety. And guess what... she is a PRODUCT MANAGER! We got to ask her about her path...
PFH013: How Product Management Powers a $10 Billion Tourism Industry
Tired of your job and want to pivot?Well, it isn’t as hard as you might think! Don’t just take our word for it—hear from recent Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) grad ...
PFH012: Product for Humans - Using Product Practices to Scale Jobber w. David Ferris!
Want to know how to scale a company to BILLIONS of dollars in services delivered? Look no further than 👋 David Ferris, the Sr. Product Manager (AI) at
PFH011: Product For Human - Learnings From Transformed By Marty Cagan
Tis the season for product enthusiasts as Marty Cagan of Silicon Valley Product Group legend unveils yet another gem! Every few years, SVPG releases a new book that distills insights from...
PFH010: Product For Humans - Product Led Growth With Tom Alvarez - Good Lawyer
Brace yourselves for an epic live chat with Thomas Alvarez, CPO of Goodlawyer!Tom and his team are revolutionizing how busin...
PFH009: Product For Humans - Using Product Management for Good with Sandi Boga
When it comes to generating impact through Product Management, there is no one better to talk to than Sandi Boga! Sandi’s impressive career saw her leading teams at Alberta’s biggest tech success stories including SMART, ATB,...
PFH008: Product for Humans - How to Pivot in Tech with Mónica and Rosheen
Think you don't have enough tech experience to pivot and persevere in the technology industry? Think again!!We are talking to Mônica Alves Maciel and Rosheen Hayat, two phenomenal individuals who made the transition to tech...
PFH007: Product For Humans - From Interior Design to Microsoft with Kelly Medeiros
Did you know you can work at Microsoft with a background in interior design!?That’s exactly what Kelly did!After a career in Interior Design and the furniture industry,...
PFH006: Product For Humans - Global Product Management Excellence with Temi Oyewole
Sometimes you meet people who were born to be Product Managers. Temi Oyewole is this type of person. Originally from Nigeria, Temi did her Masters in the UK, became a Stra...
PFH005: Product for Humans - AMA with Charlé West
Join us for this incredible conversation with Charlé West of Athennian!...
PFH004: Product for Humans - AMA on AI and Agile!
What does the future have in store for Product Management? In 2023, we've heard a lot of rumblings about Product Management roles being eliminated, companies turning away from Agility, and a focus on profitability over growth...
PFH003: Product for Humans - 2024 Predictions Part 1
What does the future have in store for Product Management? In 2023, we've heard a lot of rumblings about Product Management roles being eliminated, companies turning away from Agility, and a focus on profitability over growth...
PFH002: Product for Humans - 2024 Predictions Part 2
We had a blast talking about Product Management trends and predictions for 2024... So we are doing it again! Tune in for Part 2 of 2024 Product Predictions! What does AI mean for Product ...
PFH001: Product for Humans - AMA with Pivot Pro Cameron Christian
YOU belong in Product. Don't believe us? Join our Product Ask Me Anything with Cameron Christian who recently made the pivot from broadcasting to tech! Despite graduating into a tough job market, Cameron wa...