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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 technology

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00:17:35

OutSystem's CEO Woodson Martin Explains Why Moving...

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2026/06/22

The rush to adopt AI agents is creating an invisible crisis: mounting technical debt and skyrocketing token bills.Woodson Martin from OutSystems joins us to discuss the "token-o-palypse" that shocked CFOs and the hidden costs of moving too fast. We unpack how leaders can seize back control, build secure infrastructure, and truly own their agentic future without sacrificing compliance or their budgets.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech Talks is powered by Harvey Nash, the

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00:28:40

Tokenomics: The Hidden Invoice Shock That's...

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2026/06/19

Tech leaders are waking up to massive, unexpected AI bills. Why? The industry has fallen for the 'reasoning trap': paying models to rethink basic, repeatable tasks from scratch.Pegasystems CEO Alan Trefler joins David Savage to expose the "token-eating" agents causing boardroom budget shock. We unpack why standardising your AI "recipe" is the only way to scale without breaking the bank, and why token-maxxing is a flawed strategy.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on

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00:29:31

When Dealing with Grief, the Last Thing We Need is a...

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2026/06/17

When you experience life's toughest moments, should a chatbot be the one to comfort you? Sophie Ruddock, COO of Empathy, doesn't think so. In this episode, we explore the tension between scaling a tech-for-good platform and maintaining human compassion. Sophie reveals why they refuse to fully automate grief, the limits of AI in emotional support, and how solving the logistical burden of death delivers both vital social care and real business impact.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on

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00:41:00

The Truth About Data Sovereignty: You're So Worried...

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2026/06/15

The board wants an AI “Ferrari,” but are you ready for the security headaches? Aidan Finn, CEO of Binarii Labs, reveals that unstructured data makes up 90% of enterprise data (and it's dangerously exposed). We unpack the illusion of data sovereignty, the risks of relying on a single cloud provider, and how fragmenting files across locations could be your ultimate defense. Discover how to actually take back control.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech Talks is powered by

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00:25:21

Marketeers and Creators: Don't Use AI to be Perfect,...

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2026/06/12

We are currently obsessed with using artificial intelligence to generate the perfect pop song or a flawless corporate video. But what if we are building the exact tools that audiences are actively rejecting?In this episode of Tech Talks, we uncover the invisible decisions shaping the future of digital creativity. David sits down with OverTune founder Siggi Arnason to discuss why the public's current anger toward AI is actually misdirected. Siggi argues that our frustration is the boiling point

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00:24:37

Find Out Why This Scale-Up Decided Not to Make a...

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2026/06/10

When Francesco De Stefano proposed radical 3D printing designs with robotic arms, people laughed. In response, he made a radical choice: Caracol wouldn’t sell a single system for five years until their technology was perfected. Francesco joins David Savage to unpack the realities of reshoring, how advanced manufacturing actually solves critical skilled labor shortages, and the hidden human decisions driving the next industrial revolution.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech

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00:24:23

Is "Does it Need to Scale?" a Question We Should Ask...

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2026/06/08

Whilst at Google, Avery Pennarun realised that building for "Internet scale" made easy problems harder. So he left to build Tailscale, focusing on the long tail of developers who just need computers to connect.Avery talks about the need to ignore Silicon Valley's scale obsession (and how it paved the way for their success), and why removed *AI* from a tech strategy helps reveal the real issues.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech Talks is powered by Harvey Nash, the leading

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00:38:23

Are we Guilty of Treating Entertainment AI as...

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2026/06/05

We are pouring billions of dollars into large language models, trusting them to reshape how our businesses operate. Yet, if you read the fine print on Microsoft's Copilot licensing agreement, you will find a startling admission: the tool is "intended only for entertainment". So why are leaders deploying a technology that, by default, cannot work reliably and completely obfuscates its own training data?In this episode, technologist and CTO Vaclav Vincalek exposes the dangerous

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00:27:14

Is the Race to do More with AI Eroding Our Brainpower?

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2026/06/03

AI can generate first drafts and code (and much more) in seconds, but is there a human cost to this abundance? In today’s episode David is joined by Metalab’s Design Director Myles Palmer. They discuss the changing (or evolving maybe?) role of designers, and unpack why AI is leaving us fatigued by 11am! The looming crisis in AI monetisation is also a topic increasingly spoken about, and that enters this conversation too.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech Talks is powered by

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00:28:17

Brian Tanner Explains Why Video Games Are Actually...

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2026/06/01

We assume AI’s greatest test is in self-driving cars or robotics, but what if it’s actually inside video games? David Savage sits down with Artificial.Agency CEO Brian Tanner to explore how generative AI is shifting games from pre-scripted stories to living, reacting worlds. Discover why building gaming AI is surprisingly harder than real-world automation, and what happens when society gains access to super-intelligent personal assistants.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech

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00:32:35

Creative, Photography, and AI: VSCO are Arming...

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2026/05/29

Generative AI is sparking fear across the creative industry, but VSCO CEO Eric Wittman argues that AI isn't the only threat to photographers, it’s also business acumen. In this episode, David Savage explores why the average professional photographer lasts just 2 to 3 years, how AI is actually becoming a creator's best thought partner, and the leadership lessons learned from embracing technological transformation rather than fearing it.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on

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00:24:02

Why Fintech Founders Are Scared to Sound Like "Just...

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2026/05/26

Every fintech pitch deck claims to use AI, but are they just ticking a box for VCs? In this episode, Started PR founder Kimberley Waldron unpacks the tension between AI hype and real revenue. We explore why experienced founders are terrified of "AI washing", the looming cultural divide between human and silicon lifeforms, and how AI might actually solve global financial parity instead of just cutting corporate costs.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech Talks is

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00:22:36

‘Happy’ Robots are Better Than Unhappy Workers: What...

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2026/05/22

Social media is flooded with viral videos of humanoid robots, but what happens when the cameras turn off? In this episode, David Savage sits down with Kacper Nowicki, CEO of Nomagic, to uncover the reality of "unhappy robots" gathering dust. We explore the massive gap between online hype and industrial reliability, the invisible labor shortages driving e-commerce, and the real decisions behind automating physical work.Read the Harvey Nash Tech Talent and Salary Report

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00:17:57

When the 11th Hour Panic Starts, Are You Confident...

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2026/05/20

Why do scaling tech companies wait until the 11th hour to care about governance and compliance? David Savage sits down with Scrut Automation’s Nick Muy to explore the panic that hits when a major enterprise deal is on the line. They unpack the realities of building trust, why there are no "magic wands" in compliance, and why the narrative that AI will eliminate jobs shows a complete lack of imagination.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech Talks is powered by Harvey

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00:21:51

The Truth About Deep Tech: Why Nature Doesn’t Care...

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2026/05/18

While software moves fast, progress to unlock the power of fusion energy faces the unforgiving laws of physics. David Savage sits down with Cary Forest, Chief Scientific Officer at Realta Fusion, to explore deep tech's realities. They discuss why nature ignores pitch decks, the tension between massive scientific risk and infinite payoff, and how fusion could eventually provide the clean, 24/7 power needed to sustain the AI revolution.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech

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00:19:18

Who Holds the Keys When AI Agents Enter the Workforce?

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2026/05/15

AI agents are taking over, but who governs their access? In this episode, David sits down with Nancy Wang (CTO of 1Password) to explore the evolving "trusted access gap" for machines and agents. Nancy reveals why 1Password deliberately sacrifices development velocity for confidential computing, how the CTO role has shifted out of the "engine room", and why they’ve completely rewritten engineering interviews.WhatsApp us your comments and questions on +447392087344Tech Talks is

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00:24:18

The Governance Gap: This 150-Year-Old Charity Is...

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2026/05/13

How do you manage technology governance for 20,000 volunteers without killing innovation? Joanne Todd, CIO at St John Ambulance, explains why she embraces a "sandbox" approach to shadow IT instead of shutting it down. We discuss the 150-year-old charity's evolution, the friction in frontline healthcare, and the terrifying reality of AI bias for vulnerable populations. Discover why technology must do the heavy lifting while never replacing human empathy.WhatsApp us your comments and

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00:24:05

You Can’t Achieve AI Readiness Without Confidence...

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2026/05/11

Many companies boast hundreds of AI experiments, but how many actually make it to production?In this episode, Chris Bridgland from Couchbase reveals the stark reality of "AI readiness". We explore why data quality remains the ultimate bottleneck, the danger of unbounded AI agents, and why testing AI is like designing an airplane. Discover why mastering internal validation—and setting strict guardrails—is the only way to build AI you can trustWhen I've sat down with several customers..

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00:32:42

Is Your Business Quantum Ready?

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2026/05/08

Quantum computing is no longer a 10-year theoretical pipe dream. In this episode, QuERA’s Chief Commercial Officer Yuval Boger reveals how technology advances are making quantum accessible, energy-efficient, and commercially viable today. We explore the unexpected synergy between AI and quantum, geopolitical sovereignty, and why CIOs must prepare now for the rapidly closing gap between classical and quantum utility. The time for business to take a quantum leap is getting closer!Check out the Quantum

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00:25:41

The Junior Talent Pivot: Why Gen Z Wants Mentorship,...

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2026/05/06

We treat Gen Z as a market to be sold to, not a generation of builders, and when we hire them its to fulfill legacy roles within an organisation. In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage sits down with three teenage innovators (Heman Bekele, Raya Mardani, and Aarav Sharma) who are actively building cancer treatments and brain-computer interfaces. They discuss the frustration of age bias, the value of project-based education, and why the tech industry must swap legacy expectations for real

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