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Quality Talks Podcast

Quality Talks Podcast
Quality Assurance
Artificial Intelligence
Quality Engineering
Quality
Leadership
Software Testing
Burnout
Mental Health
Change Management
Burnout Prevention
Wizzo
Accessibility
Leadership In Tech
Test Bash
Testing
Mentorship
Storytelling
Boundaries
Team Dynamics
Lone QA

Stu & Chris together, have more than 30 years combined experience in the quality, software testing and the general technology industry, and on the Quality Talks podcasts they will be discussing, along with special guests, all the hot topics on everyone minds.....and those that may not be :)

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After a short break, Stu Day returns with a personal story that sparked a new perspective on quality.

Drawing parallels between the human nervous system and software delivery, this episode explores how quality isn't about finding defects—it... more

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In this episode, Stuart Day hosts Jagrit Gyawali for a conversation on the evolving role of quality engineering, leadership, and cultural change within tech organisations.

Together, they explore the importance of soft skills, team dynamics... more

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In this episode, Stu Day and special guest Drew Pontikis explore the essence of communities, their value, and how to build and nurture them within organisations and beyond.

Drew shares insights from his extensive experience in community bu... more

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In this episode, host Stu Day welcomes Callum Akehurst-Ryan to the show to discuss the uncomfortable truths about the quality engineering profession, the need for testers to evolve into generalists, and the impact of AI on the industry.

Ca... more

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Jagrit Gyawali
BBC Quality Engineering Manager
BBC
Episode: The Future of Quality Engineering with Jagrit Gyawali
Callum Akehurst-Ryan
Staff quality engineer, holistic testing advocate
Episode: You're Not Ready For Quality Engineering with Callum Akehurst-Ryan
Stephen Platten
Stoic Tester, Principal Consultant at Inspired Testing
Inspired Testing
Episode: From The Royal Air Force to Leading Quality with Stephen Platten
Luke Lattimer-Rogers
Author and proponent of Squiggly Lives,
Independent writer and speaker
Episode: Embracing Creativity: Squiggly Lives Over Squiggly Careers with Luke Lattimer-Rogers
Chris Pratt
Quality engineer / tester with a background in car manufacturing; guest on this episode
Episode: Bump, Bump, Bump: Surely There’s Another Way - with Chris Pratt
Christine Pinto
Special guest on the episode
Epic Test Quest / Wizzo (ETQ)
Episode: It's Quality Party Time: Introducing Wizzo, Your AI Quality Companion - with Christine Pinto
Philippa Jennings
Speaker and quality advocate, active in Ministry of Testing community
Ministry of Testing
Episode: Quality As A System: How Systemic Thinking Can Transform Quality with Philippa Jennings
Ash Gawthorp
CTO and co-founder of Ten10
Ten10
Episode: Feeling Behind With AI? Don't Panic, You Are Not Alone - with Ash Gawthorp
Megan Ozanne
QA lead at Clue Software
Clue Software
Episode: Conversations Before Code: Avoiding the Automation First Trap with Megan Ozanne

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Stu Day
Host of Quality Talks Podcast
Chris Henderson
Co-host referenced in episode description; Host of Quality Talks Podcast

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Unlocking Accessibility - Small Steps With Big Impact with Ayesha Saeed
Q: What are the most effective ways to start integrating accessibility into a project?
Start by raising awareness, use early design reviews, provide easy checks and templates, and involve non-QA roles (designers, BAs) so accessibility becomes a shared responsibility from the outset.
NSTC Keynote - Leading By Example: The Power Of Self Care In Leadership
Q: What would you say is the biggest takeaway from attending mental health first aid training?
The core takeaway is that it is okay to not be okay, and empathy for others is essential; the training opened my eyes to the importance of recognizing signs and supporting one another.
Quality Talks Roadshow: Shaping The Leaders Of Tomorrow - with Rachael Morgan & Cleveland Henry
Q: What does the shape of leadership look like moving forward with AI on the horizon?
Leaders should focus on change resilience, empowering teams to adapt, and maintaining a people-centric approach to guide teams through new technologies.
Ask Us Anything: Predictions & Plans for 2026
Q: What will be the hot theme of 2026 in your view?
AI will be a central theme, but the emphasis is on human interaction, effective communication, and leadership well-being. The team anticipates a focus on proving value, adopting AI thoughtfully, and strengthening the human elements of teamwork and leadership.
Ask Us Anything: Predictions & Plans for 2026
Q: How many guests would you like to have on the podcast in 2026?
They aim for about 24 guests across the year, including opportunities from live road shows, with a focus on giving community members a platform to share topics and build their personal brands.

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What is Quality Talks Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on quality engineering, software testing, and leadership in tech, with a lens toward systemic quality, AI-enabled testing, and practical path-to-improvement. Episodes mix practical coaching, leadership and culture, and hands-on techniques for embedding quality across teams. Noteworthy themes include shifting from siloed QA to outcomes-driven quality, embracing AI while maintaining governance, and nurturing humane leadership and community practices that sustain sustainable delivery. A recurring strength is translating complex quality concepts into actionable guidance for engineers, managers, and product teams, often enriched by guest perspectives from practitioners and educators who advocate holistic quality, systems thinkin... more

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1. Jagrit Gyawali
2. Callum Akehurst-Ryan
3. Stephen Platten
4. Luke Lattimer-Rogers
5. Chris Pratt
6. Christine Pinto
7. Philippa Jennings
8. Ash Gawthorp

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