Tech Talks

Rupert talks to us about using the echo chamber to your advantage, not wanting to waste people's time, and embracing being what you are. His business Perspective Pictures make video, but they're not box ticking exercises. Also on the show Dave and Akeesh discuss the effect the pandemic might have on where we choose to live and why: https://www.theverge.com/2020/6/3/21277254/tech-silicon-valley-remote-work-exodus-facebook-google-coronavirus-future

Rupert is founder of Perspective Pictures, and they makes videos. But when everyone else makes content, how do you stand out? That's what we discover tomorrow!

In this week's show I cat to Fintech Insider host, and 11:FS CEO David Brear. We talk about the origins of Fintech Insider, what shows they looked to for inspiration, and how it's evolved into a multi-channel format with a legion of fans... me included.

Carl joins the podcast to talk about building his business and standing out in a competitive field. How are entrepreneurs approaching the current market, and what's more important; product-market-fit or a simple solutions? We also ask what lessons he's learnt from previous start-up experiences.

Carl Dean Tucker is starting a business during the pandemic. Whilst most businesses do their best to stay alive, we chat to Carl about the challenges of being an entrepreneur during Covid-19.

Devika guests on the show to talk openly about the abuse she, and many more women, have suffered. We talk about the strength found in community and how supporting each other gives voice to others. Dave and Jack then ask if men need to be more critical of themselves and others.

One in two women will experience a form of abuse. Why are we not talking about this, why are women scared to speak up or fighting to have their voices heard? Tomorrow's podcast explores what can be done to help with the inspirational Devika Wood.

The fourth episode of our six-part series dives into corporate advertising. Sales people aren't know for their marketing flair, but right now standing out online is key. Victoria Rush talks to us about why she started the show and what she's learnt along the way!

Sophia is on the path to being a CTO, and at the age of 30 she's an award winning engineer and Lead Engineer. She's also set up a project to help people into work (The Donny Job Shop) and started her career as an apprentice Dental Nurse following an unexpected pregnancy. She's a wonderful example that there is no set path to success!

Happy Bank Holiday! Tomorrow's show is an exploring of the pipeline issue, a chat about why parents and teachers might not support young women with aspirations in STEM, and simply a talk with someone who's made a big difference already! Sophia is our guest to talk about her career to date.