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Tech Talks
Welcome to Tech Talks (A Podcast about Technology Leaders and Leadership). We explore the stories behind the most recognisable names in industry and the startups you’re yet to hear from. The innovation, cultural transformation and investment stories driving technology with host David Savage. If you’re interested in the latest ideas on AI, data, cyber-security this is the show for you. Follow and join the conversation. Tech Talks is powered by Harvey Nash, the leading global provider of…
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Tech TalksHow is technology accelerating the creation of inclusive and flexible working environments?
This weekend saw 87.000 attend a football match at Wembley that challenges norms and breaks new ground - so it seemed appropriate to see how technology might…
Tech TalksCan data help you build a team of superstars?
On the show today we explore what data can tell us about the skills needed to build a team, and how to ensure your organisation is flexible enough to do it…
Tech TalksWe visit the greenest car (on the greenest grid) as we meet a Formula E team.
A couple of weeks ago we were invited up to Silverstone to meet Formula E team Envision Racing. We found out about why they think EV is the future, and how…
Tech TalksWe explain the relevance of a bag of jelly belly jellybeans to HRtech.
On this week's show our guests are Lydia Wu and Bill Boorman. Lydia is Director of Talent Analytics and Transformation for Panasonic North America, and in her…
Tech TalksTech Talks presents... Nash Squared's 'State of Digital 2022'
This week we present the audiobook version of the 'State of Digital', We bring together perspectives on the five ‘mega’ issues that are set to define tech in…
Tech TalksWe talk HR Tech as Chad & Cheese visit the podcast!
We invite the hosts of the Chad & Cheese Show to pick out their 3 predicted success stories and failures in HR Tech. I'm also delighted to welcome Melanie…
Tech TalksTech Talks Live: The Future of Sustainable Change in Technology
On the 15th of June we teamed up with Spinks on Site to host a live edition of the show. Joining David round a table were: - Dan Taylor, cofounder of ion…
Tech TalksDucks and chaos - the truth behind a brand!
This week we're chatting to two of the three-person co-founding team at Zen Running Club. It's one thing to create a sustainable, plant-based sportswear brand…
Tech TalksHow can organisations make themselves more welcoming to members of the LGBTQIA+ community?
Amanda McKay is the Director of Quality at AWE. She's worked in male-dominated sectors her whole life, and for part of that life she outwardly was part of that…
Tech TalksTech Talks visits Unleash America (Part Two)
Recorded from the floor of the MGM Grand in Las Vegas we bring you interviews with leaders in talent and HR technology! Last week we packed up the microphone…
Tech TalksTech Talks visits Unleash America (Part One)
Recorded from the floor of the MGM Grand in Las Vegas we bring you interviews with leaders in talent and HR technology! Last week we packed up the microphone…
Tech TalksRemote working doesn't foster collaboration? You're doing it wrong.
Today we're focused on remote working and its place in the future of work. Ariel, CEO of Microverse thinks remote doesn't mean limited collaboration, and knows…
Tech TalksAisle 3 meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksAn overview of the Summit with Nash Squared and Spinks on SIte
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksAutoscriber meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksBeatvest meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksErasmus Play meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksGossik meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksGreen Bytes meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksGrip meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksLand Ex meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksLegid meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksRackle meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksReby meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksSeedext meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksUnizest meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksZilch meets Tech Talks @ the EU Startups Summit
Last week the Tech Talks team joined 'Spinks on Site' in Barcelona for the EU Startups Summit. During two days of workshops, fireside chats and talks, we…
Tech TalksUnderstanding mental wellbeing and nurturing neurodiversity
To recognise Mental Health Awareness Month we're giving you insight into steps to make your working environment the best it can be for a range of individuals…
Tech TalksCan technology help tackle the cost of living crisis?
Inflation is rising, energy prices are rising, petrol is rising, food costs more. Low income workers are feeling the pinch and it is only set to get worse. So…
Tech TalksWhat does a technology role model sound like?
As Elon Musk buys Twitter we talk to two technology entrepreneurs we think are far better role models! We're often told women need more role models but we put…
Tech TalksTech Talks Extra: Interview with MacPaw CEO Oleksandr Kosovan
To we are interviewing MacPaw CEO and founder Oleksandr Kosovan, who along with 30 or 40 of his team have remained in Kyiv. This is his experience. If you wish…
Tech TalksData is revolutionising women's health.
Women's health has traditionally been paid far less attention to than men's health. Now data, and intelligence, is created personalised solutions which are…
Tech Talks"Technology is Not Neutral" - what place does ethics have in tech?
Stephanie Hare is a broadcaster and technologist, and author of 'Technology is Not Neutral', a book exploring the role of ethics in technology. How much…
Tech TalksNeurodiversity is a competitive advantage
April is Autism awareness month, and to mark that campaign we're focusing two interviews on neurodiversity and the advantages neurodiverse thinking offers…
Tech TalksHow is tech helping to avert the climate crisis?
This week we mark 'Earth Hour' by focusing on investment into sustainable innovations and companies, as well as ideas to turn your home into a power station…
Tech TalksHow do you build a team and create an inclusive, innovative environment?
It's Tolkien Day on the 25th, so we're exploring your 'fellowship', or the team you build at work and creating an environment to thrive! To help us do that…
Tech Talks"The talent is phenomenal but the competition is fierce": We visit the Irish tech scene.
Today's show is split into two subjects. First we're off to Ireland to talk to Workhuman's David Burke, Director of Talent Acquisition and Employer Brand. In…
Tech TalksA celebration of International Women's Day 2022
We're bringing you three interviews with female digital leaders today. Bonu Hafizova, Director of Alif Academy, Sareeta Balakumar, Commercial Director at…
Tech TalksWe hear from a tech platform that helps you get moving!
Today we start with a chat with two founders creating a fitness app for the everyday 'Joes'; a platform to motivate you all year round through friendly…
Tech TalksAs we enter Fair Trade Fortnight, how is technology helping the farming community?
Our show coincides with the start of Fair Trade Fortnight, so we're focusing on how technology can provide help to the farming community as regulation and…
Tech TalksHow can tech help shake anxiety out of the sheets?
In a Valentine's Day special Sachin Raoul, cofounder and CEO of Blueheart, joins us to talk about the anxiety most of us face, at some point in our lives, in…
Tech TalksHow can government use technology to meet the needs of citizens?
On today's show we chat to Gemma Cassells, Lead Strategist at the DDI Programme (University of Edinburgh) and Johnny Hugill, Head of Research and Intelligence…
Tech TalksHow can technology businesses be secure, inclusive and ethical?
Today we're chatting to Physalis CEO Sade Amale as we first explore the need for inclusion in AI and data, before we switch our attention to the cyber security…
Tech TalksOn Burns Night we explore how technology is meeting Scotland's challenges.
On Burns Night we talk to two CivTech Programme challenge winners Flexible Childcare Service Scotland and Saidot, as well as Dayshape. We explore how tech is…
Tech TalksHow important is the office to working culture?
As we pass 'Blue Monday' we focus on working culture, productivity and collaboration. To do that we're joined by Flexa Careers CEO Molly Johnson-Jones and…
Tech TalksFunding the future: how do we support and finance the businesses shaping our planet?
We continue our focus on sustainable technology as we start 2022. This week the question of finances and supporting the growth of scale ups in this space. Tom…
Tech TalksHow do we commit to sustainability and become responsible global citizens?
Welcome to 2022 on Tech Talks. We kick-off with a chat about the 'Race to Carbon' and look at how organisations and individuals can be responsible global…
Tech TalksLooking into 2022 with Wedo and the Global Equality Collective
With the New Year fast approaching we have a slightly shorter show! Two guests; Indiana Gregg, CEO of Wedo and Cat Wildman, co-founder of the Global Equality…
Tech TalksESG is not just a slogan; get it wrong and you'll lose business.
Joe Baguley, CTO of VMWare, is our guest on this festive podcast episode. We're talking gifts, ESG and the technology agenda. Join David, with his Harvey Nash…
Tech TalksWhy in-person relationships are crucial in education regardless of the influence of technology.
This is the Tech Talks love letter to our teachers and the power of education to inspire. But how can technology help educators of the future, and how can…
Tech TalksResponsible innovation: can we make sure tech is good for society?
Today's episode questions the need to think about the impact of the technology we build. Our first guest is Hyojeong Kim, CEO and founder of NomadHer. She's on…
Tech TalksHow do founders and tech leaders maintain a healthy mental mindset?
This week we're focusing on mental health, specifically the mental health of founders and leaders and the pressures they face. Our first guest is Craig Dunham…
Tech Talks"You kind of want to learn about this as a data scientist".
Sophia is a Data Scientist and currently works at Sky in a senior position. She's moved from academia, to startups to enterprise, and we ask her why? Data…
Tech TalksMike Rhodes shares the secrets of user retention (in the world of apps)
Mike talks us through his startup story and the world of app marketing. As founder and CEO of ConsultMyApp he's slowly built his consultancy and now works with…
Tech TalksGlobetrotter VR offer a vision of accessible and sustainable tourism.
Globetrotter VR are building a platform for virtual travel; experience destinations from your couch, with the help of real tour guides and virtual reality. So…
Tech Talks30% of all donations are lost to corruption. How can technology help?
Vero Celis is CEO and founder of EnlightAID, a Norwegian/Chilean scale-up business making sure that the money individuals and corporations spend on good causes…
Tech TalksShahad Choudhury explains how blockchain might help social mobility.
Shahad is Chief Innovation and Operations Officer at OpenBrix, the first decentralised and distributed digital property portal in Europe, Middle East, Africa…
Tech TalksDuring COP26, we ask what infrastructure do we need to measure the impact of environmental projects?
Tom Mills is Managing Director of Two Oceans Strategy. Tom has dedicated his career to understanding the intersection between politics, society and economics…
Tech TalksWe discover how a connected life could also be a healthy life.
We discover how a connected life could also be a healthy life. by Tech Talks
Tech TalksSurfing, academia and a German approach to engineering - the future of motion!
One intro track with a few of Dave's 'hot takes' and then five interviews recorded on the floor of the conference - so there is a little background noise, but…