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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

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00:31:56

The Decision to Digitize The Beano: Comixit! are...

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2026/01/14

With childrens' literacy (in the United Kingdom) in crisis, Michael Nakan CEO of Comixit! is using technology to fight back. Today he joins David to discuss how his platform uses AI to transform the legendary Beano into frictionless, digital-native webtoons. We explore the cross-generational power of storytelling, the danger of "addictive" vs. "additive" technology, and why Nakan believes that without stories, we simply stop being human.Want to read the latest from David, his

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00:30:38

Is Your Workplace Forcing People Out? Rethinking...

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2026/01/12

In an era of rapid AI transformation, Kasia Hayward argues that the secret to success is actually moving slower. Drawing on twenty years of experience with global leaders like JP Morgan and UBS, Kasia explores the "human data" organizations often ignore. We discuss the shift from AI hype to practical context, the reality of neurodiversity in tech, and why leaders must stop asking why people leave and start asking why the workplace is letting them go.Also today: David and Sam discuss a few

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00:29:26

The Need For A Human Conductor: Why Airship Won’t Let...

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2026/01/09

On today's episode of 'Tech Talks' Airship’s Mike Herrick joins David Savage to discuss the evolution of mobile engagement through AI agents. We discover how to tech is going to make more sense for actual people by removing the drudgery of work while keeping a human-in-the-loop. We explore internal AI culture, to navigating the European Accessibility Act. There is also a new idea, CFO ROI versus Human ROI.Learn why the future of tech belongs to the "conductors" who orchestrate

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00:25:39

You Might As Well Phone Santa Claus: Why Your SOS...

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2026/01/07

Today's podcast shows how technology can be used to tackle societal issues creatively in different parts of the world to the UK or the USA. In Africa (and many countries) hitting an SOS button is like "phoning Santa Claus", no one is coming. Warren Myers, founder of AURA, joins David (the 'Tech Talks' host) to discuss how he is democratizing emergency response for the 75% of the global population currently left behind by traditional infrastructure. We explore the "hustle

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00:28:56

Happy New Year! We Present a Panel From Money20/20

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2025/12/31

Initially posted on Convera's podcast, today's show is a discussion lead by David with Sudipto Das (Convera), Nilesh Dusane (AWS), and Shawnna DelHierro (Sound Hound AI).We'll be back in 2026 with our usual blend of insightful, emerging voices. Until then Happy New Year from us to you!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.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The music on Tech Talks is created by London

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00:18:54

Our 2025 Wrap-up: Fighting "Inshitification" and the...

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2025/12/29

It's our second-last episode of the year, and the last is New Year's Eve, so this is a 2025 wrap-up!David has picked out some of his favourite moments from the podcast this year and is exploring two big themes: the "human-first restoration" (a rebellion against the "inshitification" of digital platforms) and the "impact pivot," where tech’s greatest minds (we think) are abandoning viral clicks to solve for water, power, and human rights. Obviously some

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00:28:27

The Speed Paradox: Why AI Agents Demand More...

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2025/12/22

On today's podcast David is joined by Scott Weller, CTO and founder of EnFi. We're asking why 95% of AI projects fail? Scott talks to David about the ongoing shift from individual productivity to systemic AI agents. Together they explore how "swarm intelligence" is rewriting the rules of commercial lending and why increasing speed requires a fundamental rethink of corporate responsibility. From the halls of MasterCard to building a digital workforce, discover how to navigate the

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00:36:11

Brands Are Vanishing Into Thin Air: Thankfully For...

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2025/12/19

On today's podcast David is sitting down with Francisco Vigo, CEO (and cofounder) of GeoSurge, a start-up who have just emerged from stealth to tackle a crisis at the heart of marketing departments. ChatGPT is the fastest-growing marketing channel in human history, yet massive brands can vanish from its memory overnight. Francisco tells us why traditional SEO isn't sufficient in the era of Generative AI, and offers an alternative to stricken CMOs and their stakeholders. We unpack the extreme

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00:37:17

The Social Universe Built by Two Invites: Byio is...

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2025/12/17

On today's show you're going to get to hear about the next social media craze before before anyone else, and get your chance to 'lock in'.Raye Easterly, founder of Byio (By Invite Only), details the launch of the first AI-native, invite-only social universe built by Black women. She explains why she chose a two-invite-per-user model, deliberately counterintuitive to traditional tech growth, to ensure community control, eliminate bots, and solve serious problems like discrimination and cultural

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00:34:05

Is it time that technologists took a Hippocratic Oath?

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2025/12/15

On today’s Tech Talks episode, David sits down with Hedgehog Lab CTO Joe Thompson, who argues that tech is finally maturing, moving beyond optimising for convenience, and towards genuine digital inclusion and accessibility. After all, there are more people in the world than affluent 25-year olds!We unpack the massive "accidental influence" technologists hold, suggest that the industry needs a ‘Hippocratic Oath’ of its own, and consider how organisations navigate the messy rebalancing that

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00:38:31

From CEO to 'Beckie': How Beckie Taylor Hit Reset To...

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2025/12/10

On today's show Beckie Taylor unpacks her pivotal, perhaps even dark, journey of identity after stepping away from Tech Returners. She opens up about the difficult transition after relinquishing her CEO title and the subsequent refocus on deep impact, including empowering female founders and building a non-profit. David and Beckie also chat about her upcoming documentary, which uncovers the self-sabotage and fear that prevents women from finding their voice in the industry.Take part in the

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00:22:39

Debt, Stigma, and the Funding Gap Holding UK SMEs Back

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2025/12/08

On today's podcast Juice Co-founder Katherine Chan tells us the true cost of the UK’s £22bn funding gap. It's not just capital, it's confidence. 56% of small businesses avoid seeking finance because they're worried about the stigma of debt and rejection.So what's the tonic? Juice use real-time data to create solutions that offer the clarity and control so many leaders are desperate for.Take part in the Harvey Nash Tech Talent Survey and help shape the future of tech careers

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00:31:59

Beyond Paychecks: Gen Z's Unprecedented Power to...

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2025/11/28

Today's guest is Forbes Under 30 recipient Avanti Sharma. Avanti has been on 'Tech Talks' twice before, aged 11, and 17. Now she's back to argue that Gen Z holds unprecedented power thanks to the looming "Great Wealth Transfer." She details how this financial shift empowers the generation to demand corporate transformation based on shared cultures and values. Avanti explains why iGen (or GenZ) cares less about short-term pay and more about purpose, warning that

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00:39:59

Scaling Europe’s Fastest Growing Travel Company...

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2025/11/24

Today David is talking to Fabio Bin (the WeRoad Co-founder and CMO), who reveals how Europe's fastest-growing travel startup achieved $100M revenue by ignoring conventional marketing playbooks. The real trick? They don't sell trips; they solve the modern loneliness epidemic. Fabio explains how focusing on community, soft-skilled travel coordinators, and bold, punchy branding created a profoundly human business that thrives on building connections among strangers.Also on the show there is a

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00:32:38

Investment Based on Code? Why AI is the Assistant,...

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2025/11/17

Today David is join by Michael Tefula (of Ada Ventures) to discuss how we can power inclusion in venture capital, and how proprietary technology fits into the picture. As an investor who can code, Michael reveals how they utilize tools like their internal investment memo software and Deck Genius (formerly Ada GPT) to source high-potential, overlooked founders and run AI-driven bias checks. Crucially, he explains why, even with cutting-edge automation, AI must remain a co-pilot and the final

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00:20:47

Will Your Next Chief Financial Officer Be A Human?

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2025/11/07

In today's episode David is joined by founder and entrepreneur Megan Caywood Cooper.Starling Bank and Barclays veteran Megan (Forbes 30 Under 30) details banking’s shift to Agentic AI.She explains why AI agents are moving beyond prediction to take autonomous action, becoming the "CFO in your pocket" for consumers and managing complex tasks like liquidity for banks. We discuss the challenge of risk aversion in legacy institutions and why the people who use AI will take the jobs of those

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00:27:31

How The Cloud Market Is Being Fundamentally 'Reset'

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2025/11/05

The criteria for choosing a cloud partner has fundamentally changed: AI is trumping all previous discussions. On today's podcast Google Cloud’s Chief Revenue Officer Matt Renner joins David to explain why the underlying technology is the real story in financial services. We explore why 90-95% of early generative AI proofs of concept failed, why compliance is the primary regulatory focus for banks, and how Google Cloud is differentiating itself as a solution provider.Download your copy of the

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00:28:15

Money20/20: Navigating Trust, Tokenization, and a...

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2025/11/03

David is joined by three FinTech leaders to unpack the urgent themes emerging at Money20/20 in Las Vegas. Richard Winston (Slalom), Sonya Cléroux (Interpolitan Money) and Joseph Dormani (Thomson Reuters Ventures) discuss AI governance, tokenization, and the Gen Z imperative.The podcast delves into why building trust is central to AI adoption, requiring systems with consistent, reliable, and predictable outputs. We explore the rise of new payment rails and tokenized assets, contrasting this shift

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00:25:36

The Truth About Scaling AI to the Corner Shop:...

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2025/10/22

Willem Ave, Square's Global Head of Product, joins host David Savage to discuss Square's evolution from a card reader to an ecosystem of banking and software. Together they unpack the strategy behind bringing advanced AI tools (like virtual CFOs and CMOs) to small, independent businesses helping drive economic empowerment. Willem explains how Square balances rapid feature growth with the commitment to simple, design-led experiences that sellers can trust.Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the

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00:30:02

Climate Policy, AI, and ROI: Why the Market Demands...

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2025/10/20

On today's podcast Georgie Steele (CTO and Co-founder of Maven) discusses turning complex climate policy into actionable business intelligence. She reveals how Maiven navigates resistence/indifference towards sustainability by focusing on commercial ROI and adapting to shifting local regulations. Georgie also shares insights on fostering an 'AI-first' culture, enabling non-technical teams with "vibe coding", and addresses the critical need for senior engineers to oversee

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