
Tech Talks
Tech Talks (The Podcast about Technology Leaders and Leadership) - A podcast that probes the minds of technology leaders.
Join us as we delve deep into the startup stories, financing, growth, innovation, and cultural transformations that drive the tech industry with host, David Savage.
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
Latest episodes

Dec 27, 2024 • 29min
Intersectional Healing Collective: Transforming Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Collective Healing
Anna Mäkinen, co-founder of the Intersectional Healing Collective, brings her expertise in inclusive change management to the table. She dives into the vital role of collective healing in the workplace, emphasizing the need for safe spaces that foster authentic dialogue. Anna discusses how storytelling can enhance empathy, making diversity and inclusion efforts more impactful. She also addresses societal norms that influence emotional expression, particularly for men, advocating for open communication to create supportive environments.

Dec 23, 2024 • 30min
From Academic Insights to AI-Powered Compliance: The Lexverify Journey
David today is interviewing Cristian Gherhes, CEO of Leverify, who shares his experience of moving from social science academia to developing an AI-powered compliance tool that helps organisations prevent risk in real-time electronic communications. The key to his strategy is understanding human behaviour, focusing on reducing genuine mistakes rather than catching bad actors.
As David and Akeesh discussed, we’d love your help if you’re a digital leader - it only takes 20 minutes: https://insights.nashsquared.com/s/6XBT3X/?source=TechTalks
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Dec 20, 2024 • 49min
Scaling Healthcare Workforce Management: Patchwork Health's Journey of Innovation and Growth
Dr. Anas Nader, co-founder and CEO of Patchwork Health, discusses the evolution of his health tech company from a flexible staffing solution to a comprehensive workforce management platform. He delves into the challenges of scaling while fostering innovation and shares insights on a recent acquisition. The conversation highlights the transformative role of AI in optimizing healthcare workforce management, improving efficiency, and enhancing clinician-patient interactions. Nader emphasizes the need to avoid the pitfalls of becoming overly corporate while retaining agility.

Dec 18, 2024 • 28min
The Access Trust Gap: 1Password Address the Need to Balance Security and Productivity in the Workplace
On today's episode of the show David Savage is joined by Jeff Shiner, CEO of 1Password, to discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. The conversation (recorded at Web Summit) focuses on how businesses can manage security in an era of distributed work, personal devices, and increasing digital threats. Threats people like David make more significant... so what can we do?
David is also joined by a guest co-host, the ever wonderful Sonya Barlow, founder of Like Minded Females.
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Dec 16, 2024 • 31min
Game Changers: How a Digital Playground is Rescuing Children's Mental Health
On today's episode we're chatting to BfB Labs CEO Manjul Rathee. She sits down to talk to David about her organisation's groundbreaking approach to children's mental health through an innovative digital therapeutic game called Lumi Nova, targeting 7-12 year olds with a proactive, skill-building mental health intervention.
Also on the show, how about a trip back to 19th century Paris!
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Dec 13, 2024 • 33min
Measuring Popularity: Inside Goalden View's Innovative Sports Analytics Platform
In today’s episode of Tech Talks, David meets Dana Namerode, a former actress turned tech entrepreneur, to discuss Goalden View; a platform that tracks and measures athlete popularity. With the use of their proprietary algorithm Goalden View can tell you the most ‘popular’ football/soccer players on the planet! Unlike traditional performance metrics, Goalden View focuses on public perception, sentiment, and overall brand appeal across multiple media channels. But what can you do with that insight, and what even is popularity?
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Dec 11, 2024 • 49min
Bridging Whitehall and the Tech Frontier: Sir Vince Cable on Reinventing the UK's Innovation Landscape
In this episode of the Tech Talks podcast, host David Savage sits down with Sir Vince Cable, the former UK Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills. Sir Vince shares insights from his time in government and discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the UK's technology sector, including government’s role in supporting tech, how we balance the need for regulation and innovation, and how the UK positions itself as a hub for technology leadership.
David and Cat also discuss the startling news emerging from Google Quantum AI: https://bit.ly/4isrT06Finally, if you’re in London on Thursday the 12th of December, join David and the Intersectional Healing Collective at an event at the Good Hotel: https://bit.ly/41spMmM
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Dec 9, 2024 • 28min
Authenticity and AI: Navigating the Future of Marketing and Customer Experience
In today’s episode of Tech Talks David Savage is joined by returning guest, Jim Rudall from Intuit Mailchimp. The two discuss the critical role of marrying AI and authenticity in modern marketing; emphasizing the importance of maintaining customer loyalty whilst leveraging technological capabilities to enhance their experience in a manner that feels ‘right’. The interview touches on three main topics; AI as a capability enhancer, consumer expectations and the importance of loyalty.
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Dec 6, 2024 • 25min
Code, Cameras, Action: How AI is Hacking Film Production
Hate dubbed films? So do we. But maybe they’re a thing of the past… On today’s episode of Tech Talks, David Savage talks to Nick Lynes, CEO of Flawless, to discuss how AI is set to dramatically transform film production, translation, and storytelling by reducing costs, enabling faster production, and breaking language barriers. But are these advancements ethical? Join us as we bring you this interview, recorded on the floor of Web Summit in Lisbon at this year's conference.
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Dec 4, 2024 • 27min
Thriving in Crisis: What the Tech World Can Learn from Ukrainian Women
Despite the immense challenges of war, Ukrainian women in tech have built a resilient and supportive community. In this episode, we sit down with Anna Korzh, CEO of Brain Lab Studios, to learn how Ukrainian tech companies are not only surviving but thriving. Anna shares insights on the power of female-led networks, the innovative approaches driving business growth, and the valuable lessons the global tech industry can glean from Ukraine's remarkable story of entrepreneurial spirit. Discover how adversity has fueled the rise of Ukrainian women in tech and the transformative impact they are poised to have on the broader technology landscape.
Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com
The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com