

Tech Talks
Harvey Nash
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 technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at https://www.harveynash.co.uk/
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 technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at https://www.harveynash.co.uk/
Episodes
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Feb 16, 2024 • 32min
How is technology changing the role of a software engineer?
On today's show we're talking to Tristram Bates, Head of Mobile at NewDay and the co-organizer of NSLondon; the UK's biggest iOS developer community. We ask him how he got into technology (and the skills he's fallen back on), as well as his views on the direction of the role of an engineer. Plus Tristram shares his love of older technology with us!
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

Feb 13, 2024 • 27min
Passwords are bad news for business, and very bad news for you.
How secure are passwords? Zally think not so secure. AI makes continuous verification possible, we hear how from Zally founder and CEO Patrick Smith. Patrick also tries to save David from his hopeless bad habits, are yours as bad?
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

Feb 9, 2024 • 33min
How are Samsung creating 'AI for All' with their latest device?
AI for All is Samsung's tagline for their latest products, and that includes their flagship S24 mobile devices. We catch up with VP Head of MX Division for Samsung Electronics James Kitto, to chat about the features in the new device and quiz him on security and it's green credentials.
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

Feb 6, 2024 • 33min
Looking for funding for your start-up? Maybe Martijn has the answers.
Martijn De Wever is the CEO and founder of Floww. Originally from the Netherlands, Martijn has based himself in London as he builds Floww, a provider of financial infrastructure for the private markets. In our interview David gets to ask him what are the trends in FinTech, why he's driven to solve the problem he sees, and what lessons he has for other entrepreneurs?
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

Feb 2, 2024 • 30min
What should a developer aspire to?
Today we're hearing from Evan Burrell, Technical Lead at Street Group and a US citizen who has moved to the UK. What skills have helped him in his career and what skills will help engineers progress? He joins the podcast to talk candidly about his journey into the industry, why it wasn't always easy, what resources he uses, and what his goals are.
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

Jan 30, 2024 • 34min
Now you can assess the impact of your business on the environment
Do you know what the impact of your business is on the environment. Are you sure you actually want to know? Annu Nieminen, Founder and CEO of The Upright Project invites organizations to look closely at their actions and processes, and understand how to make green, kinder, business driven decisions.
Also on the show we celebrate the best in tech podcasting (with a small brag, not sorry) after Techopedia listed the 12 best podcasts to listen to. Read it here: https://www.techopedia.com/best-tech-podcasts-to-listen-to-this-year
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

Jan 26, 2024 • 33min
Can EdTech harness AI and shape education to meet industry demands?
On the podcast today David is joined by Hadi Moussa, General Manager of the Global Consumer Business at EdTech firm Coursera. Discovering the people organizations need to fuel growth, and facing the skills shortage are twin headaches facing many leaders. Working with educational institutions to ease those pains isn't easy, but with 130 million learners Coursera have the data and expertise to help address talent concerns.
Also, should under-16s be banned from social, and even stopped from having smartphones? Nicola Gunby, founder at CLIQ, invites David and George to discuss the idea after it was raised in government here in the UK. Spoiler, no one on the podcast agrees!
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

Jan 23, 2024 • 37min
Can AI take search beyond words?
We're going beyond words with predictive personalization and wordless search. We explore how is Generative AI being applied to ecommerce and what are it's benefits and lessons for wider industry? Join David and Akeesh as they welcome Miros cofounders Diana Saarva and Heikki Haldre.
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

Jan 19, 2024 • 37min
Can social media be hate free?
Can social media be free from abusive comments? Tim Chase, CEO and cofounder of Striver thinks so, and he's starting by offering a safe and positive space for conversations about football. The team have much bigger plans... Do you think they can change the face of social media?
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

Jan 16, 2024 • 28min
Tessa Clarke is building a solution to tackle the climate crisis
OLIO's co-founder Tessa Clarke returns to Tech Talks! Tessa is a guest for the third time, and now she and her team are growing rapidly as they acquire customers and organize volunteers.
What does that mean for her, and the decisions she makes, as they keep focused on tackling issues of food and household waste?
Also on this episode we receive a voice note from Mauro Cozzi, CEO of Emitwise, discussing steps organizations can take to reduce their carbon footprint.
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


