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 Centre for Sport Capacity to explore how data, ethics, and innovation are reshaping the future of sport.

From predictive analytics and injury prevention to safe sport and cultural reform, we unpack:

The opportunities and risks in sport tech adoption

Why nonprofit sport organizations are drowning in sensitive data—and what to do about it

How a product mindset can help teams move from overwhelmed to empowered

The untapped potential of AI to make sport safer, more inclusive, and more equitable

How young professionals can break into sport leadership without a famous last name

Whether you’re a sport executive, a volunteer board member, or a student trying to build a career in sport—this one’s for you.

🧠 Data is already in the game. The question is: are we ready to use it for good?

🔗 Resources, links, and how to connect with Dr. Taylor McKee are in the show notes.

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
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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 why it’s so often misunderstood.

This isn’t about running a full-blown design sprint on day one. It's about finding the next right step in your product practice — and doing it in a low-stakes environment where you can observe, experiment, and learn.

💡 You’ll hear:

• Why “Discovery Theatre” is holding your team back
• How to challenge assumptions with users, not in a vacuum
• The value of practicing product outside your daily work
• A better way to onboard your team into true discovery habits

Product is a practice. It’s a team sport. And you don’t need permission to get better at your job — just a garage, some guidance, and a willingness to try.

Want to try this for yourself? Sign up for a session here:
https://product-garage.eventbrite.com

Want to connect with Chantal and Maurice:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/product-evangelist/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpath/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbotana/

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tacitedge
• Instagram: instagram.com/tacit.edge
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@tacitedge
• YouTube: youtube.com/@TacitEdge

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 pathway into Product Management, what it was like working at Facebook when these practices were happening, and how she got the courage to speak up for what is right.

We also got to talk about the future of AI and how we can be at the forefront of it.

This is a MUST WATCH for anyone who is interested in the future of technology and how it can be created ethically.

Want a discount on AI Product Management Education? Join our Info Session! https://courses.tacitedge.ca/ai-product-management-apply-now-page

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tacitedge
• Instagram: instagram.com/tacit.edge
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@tacitedge
• YouTube: youtube.com/@TacitEdge

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 Jillian Hale, who transitioned from marketing to become a Group Product Manager at Travel Alberta.

Join Christa Hill and Renee Matsalla tomorrow to learn how Jill made her successful pivot into Product Management and how you can too!

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tacitedge
• Instagram: instagram.com/tacit.edge
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@tacitedge
• YouTube: youtube.com/@TacitEdge

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 Jobber!

David has been leading Product Management practices for 11 years at Jobber, an award-winning operations management software for home service businesses.

David helped Jobber reach 200K+ home service pros, who have over 27 million households and invoiced over $40 billion in services!!

Talk about SCALE!

Join us to hear how David kept a level head and used Product Management best practices to rapidly scale Jobber’s products.

See you there!

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tacitedge
• Instagram: instagram.com/tacit.edge
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@tacitedge
• YouTube: youtube.com/@TacitEdge

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 the most successful product organizations worldwide into an easily digestible format.

This time, the focus is on the ever-elusive concept of transformation. But what exactly is transformation? It's the process of reshaping an organization to be driven by technology and innovation, shifting from a project-based model to the Product Operating Model.

Christa and Renee have delved into the book and are brimming with excitement to share their key takeaways with you, including:

- What aspects of the book have us most enthralled?
- Why does transformation pose such a formidable challenge, based on our experiences?
- Which principles, gleaned from both the book and our professional endeavours, have proven effective for facilitating transformation?
- If you find yourself in a company far removed from transformation, what strategies have we observed to kickstart your own journey?

And that's just the beginning! Expect a deep dive into these topics and more during our discussion this Thursday.

Whether you've read the book or not, we look forward to engaging with you.

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tacitedge
• Instagram: instagram.com/tacit.edge
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@tacitedge
• YouTube: youtube.com/@TacitEdge

Brace yourselves for an epic live chat with Thomas Alvarez, CPO of Goodlawyer!

Tom and his team are revolutionizing how businesses find reputable legal counsel.

No more massive bills and expensive retainers.

Just value.

Hear how Tom's Product leadership brought Goodlawyer to where it is today, about his career ups and downs, his wild ride into product management, and what it’s really like to ride on a rocket ship of high growth.

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tacitedge
• Instagram: instagram.com/tacit.edge
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@tacitedge
• YouTube: youtube.com/@TacitEdge

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, Symend, and Benevity.

Now she connects non-profits with the funders who support their world-changing ambitions as Head of Product @ Impact Genome.

We cannot wait to talk to her about her path to Product Management and her unique approach to leadership and impact.

You DO NOT want to miss this one!

Hosted by: Renee Matsalla & Christa Hill

Tacit Edge:

• Website: tacit-edge.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tacitedge
• Instagram: instagram.com/tacit.edge
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@tacitedge
• YouTube: youtube.com/@TacitEdge