
Drunk Agile
Dan Vacanti and Prateek Singh drink whisk(e)y and discuss various facets of agile software development. From scotch to bourbon and from metrics to human behaviour, we cover it all.
Latest episodes

Jul 9, 2024 • 17min
Episode 93 - Continuous Process
Our contract negotiations with Nisha were successful. She is back and has some opinions about sprints and other fixed-length timeboxes. Daniel Vacanti and I might have a couple of things to say about this as well.

Jul 2, 2024 • 20min
Episode 92 - Control Chart In Jira
Jira has a chart it calls a "Control Chart"
Is it a control chart? Why does it matter?

Jun 21, 2024 • 25min
Episode 91 - Control Charts
We are in the midst of contract negotiations with #Nisha. #Spartacus subs in as Dan and Prateek talk Control Charts in the latest episode of #DrunkAgile.

Jun 11, 2024 • 16min
Episode 90 - Prioritization Level III
Nisha, an advocate for effective prioritization in Agile, Dan, who challenges conventional methods, and Prateek, a fan of innovative approaches, dive into the complexities of Agile prioritization. They argue that traditional backlog prioritization often distracts from customer value. Instead, they suggest focusing on continuous learning and timely delivery. The trio emphasizes that predictable project completion is crucial for customer satisfaction, likening it to a subway system, where consistency is key to a smooth ride.

May 30, 2024 • 13min
Episode 89 - Prioritization Level II
Nisha, a strategist on prioritization, Dan, a content contributor, and Prateek, a decision-making expert, dive into the art of selecting podcast topics. They discuss balancing ongoing projects with new ideas and navigating the complexity of prioritization strategies. The trio emphasizes the necessity of swift decision-making in Agile environments, advocating for reevaluating lingering backlog items. Their insights reveal how clear prioritization can enhance productivity and align with strategic goals, making the content both engaging and impactful.

May 10, 2024 • 11min
Episode 88 - Prioritization Level I
In this lively discussion, Nisha, a prioritization strategy expert, Dan, a specialist in prioritization approaches, and Prateek, who dives into various prioritization methods, explore the nuances of prioritizing active work. They emphasize the importance of choosing which tasks to focus on for efficiency and productivity. The guests share insights on maximizing team value through efficient sorting and the perils of random task selection. Tune in for their humorous anecdotes and enlightening strategies that keep work flowing predictably!

May 2, 2024 • 10min
Episode 87 - The In Progress Column
Does your board have an 'In Progress' column? #Nisha thinks that is not a great idea. Find out why on the latest episode of DrunkAgile.

Apr 22, 2024 • 12min
Episode 86 - Product Roles Focus On The Wrong Things
#Nisha, Dan, and Prateek are back talking about product and flow.
How the most common Agile frameworks have misguided people in product roles and had them focus on the wrong things. Find out more in the latest episode of DrunkAgile.

Mar 25, 2024 • 1min
Episode 85 - How Do You Manage A Product Backlog
Nisha, Dan, and Prateek discuss the best strategy for managing a product backlog.

Mar 11, 2024 • 22min
Episode 84 - Why Do You Hate Agile
"Why do you hate Agile?"
Nisha loves Agile, but do Dan and Prateek?
Find out in the latest episode of #DrunkAgile.
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