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Diversity Inclusion
Sports Data
Artificial Intelligence
Burnout
Modular Synthesis
Neurodiversity
Agentic AI
Accessibility
Emotional Intelligence
Employee Engagement
IT Leadership
Electronics
Randomness
Crisis Communication
CIO Management
Interim Management
Technology
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Conversations on how technology is changing how we work with guests most weeks helping us to navigate.

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On this week’s show, Matt and the team meet Shaline Manhertz and Kristianah Fasunloye to discuss their business partnership, which began formally in 2018 when Shaline’s cancer diagnosis forced a pivot from individual business plans to joint working. ... more

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Recent Guests

John Carney
Organizer of conferences related to sports data
Episode: (338) Sports Data
Tris Oaten
Creative writer and speaker
Eurorust Conference
Episode: (337) Writing tools
Matisse Hamel Nelis
Communications professional specializing in accessibility
Episode: (335) Accessible Content
Duncan Stott
Interim CIO extraordinaire
Episode: (334) Interim
Alison Arnot
Expert in crisis communication and author
Episode: (333) Crisis Communication
Nancy Doyle
Professor and expert in neurodiversity.
Genius Within
Episode: (328) Learning Leadership
Janice Whyne
Community builder and training coordinator at Luminary Bakery
Luminary Bakery
Episode: (327) Community
Tia Cheang
Notable woman in data working in the insurance industry
Insurance Industry
Episode: (326) Women in Data
Ali Farahani
Leadership coach and IT professional
Episode: (322) Angry

Hosts

Julia Bellis
Host of WB-40; co-host/regular contributor; engages on tech leadership and workplace topics
Matt Ballantyne
Co-host with a focus on technology leadership and workplace dynamics
Lisa Remers
Co-host/regular contributor; discusses community, leadership, and neurodiversity in tech
Chris Weston
Co-host; covers technology leadership, interim roles, and AI discussions
Nick Drayge
Guest/regular contributor focusing on sports data and analytics conversations

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Always insightful

    A highlight of the week.

    The interviews are on point and the discussions between Matt and Chris always leave me with a smile on my face!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LGQ42
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • The kermode and mayo of the cio world

    Love their rants - but equally educational and one of the best vehicles or learning what’s going on in the cio space in the uk.

    Looking forward to hearing the next 100 shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gav max
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • My weekly indulgence into distilling the world of Tech

    Both Matt and Chris are ageing like a fine whiskey....

    Mark Twain once wrote..

    “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough.”

    WB40 podcast is like a good whiskey...savour the cynicism, have a deep smell of the undertones and then sip the humour and enjoy the breath of knowledge shared by some of the sharpest, on point guests that a fine Malt can offer...go on indulge yourself!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark Aikman
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • A regular listen

    A regular on my playlist with some nice discussion between Chris and Matt on tech and work place culture.

    Great and diverse range of interviewees highlight the need to look outside your sector to sometimes draw inspiration and move forward.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaveFloyd79
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Fascinating

    Weekly wisdom

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TamworthTowers
    United Kingdom8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience finds the guest variety and host chemistry engaging and informative.
Praises the mix of sharp guests and candid host banter that stays insightful.
Listeners appreciate the practical takeaways on tech leadership and culture.
Shows consistently highlight cross-sector perspectives beyond IT.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

(333) Crisis Communication
Q: Is it achievable to prevent a crisis with practical steps?
Yes, understanding and addressing red flags and creating a psychologically safe culture are essential steps in crisis prevention.
(333) Crisis Communication
Q: What advice would you give to people in the technology side of things as to if something kicks off, what happens next?
It's important to define what is a crisis and recognize that it's something that is not business as usual, and it can cause various types of harm.
(330) Agentic
Q: How do you keep a human in the loop if you're using Agentic AI to be autonomous?
Responsibility for AI outcomes lies with the human who assigns tasks to the agent, ensuring accountability is maintained.
(330) Agentic
Q: Where is the tipping point from something that's been around for years?
The difference lies in giving an AI a task with a specific outcome rather than just commands to execute.
(330) Agentic
Q: Could you please let us know what Agentic AI means?
It's the technology du jour that has been gaining attention recently, focusing on how AI can function autonomously and proactively.

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A tech-forward, management-focused show that explores how technology reshapes work, leadership, and organizational culture. Episodes tilt toward AI, data, leadership development, crisis and inclusive communication, interim tech leadership, and the human side of tech adoption. The format consistently features seasoned technology leaders, researchers, and practitioners sharing practical insights, with a knack for weaving personal anecdotes into broader industry trends. A standout element is the mix of pragmatic leadership guidance and candid takes on contemporary tech challenges, from AI ethics to neurodiversity in the workplace, making it a go-to for listeners who want actionable ideas and thoughtful commentary on modern work dynamics.

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2. Tris Oaten
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5. Alison Arnot
6. Nancy Doyle
7. Janice Whyne
8. Tia Cheang

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