Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Annie Andrews is this week's guest.
Annie is the CEO of Curo Services - Trusted Technology People and Co-founder of Blipfuture CIC, the popular photo-journalling community.
Annie's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-andrews-tech/
00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgements
01:26 Current Role and LinkedIn Insights
02:01 Concerns About Vibe Coding
06:14 Career Journey and Reflections
08:33 Blip Photo and Learning Experiences
14:39 Leadership and Public Speaking
16:26 Role as a CEO and Strategic Vision
26:06 Reflecting on Personal Perceptions
26:45 Challenges in the Tech Industry
27:44 The Recruitment Conundrum
28:38 AI's Rapid Advancement
29:59 Public Awareness of AI
31:45 The Future of Jobs and AI
32:55 Verifying Credentials in Recruitment
36:25 Digital Identity and Data Privacy
40:20 Advice for New Professionals
43:37 Agile Methodologies in Remote Work
47:49 Conclusion and Contact Information
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business, and tech folk that will leave you with actionable, relevant advice.
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them. Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Matt Odell is this week’s guest.
Matt is the founder of MilUX, short for Military User experience. Over the last 6 years, he has gone on a journey of discovery, exploring how he can better serve customers as they face the challenges with designing, developing and delivering fit-for-purpose products in the UK defence sector.
▶︎ Matt’s LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/maodell
▶︎MilUX Website:
https://milux.co.uk/
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:10 Matt's Background and Experience
02:05 Founding MilUX
04:01 Transition from Military to Business
14:15 Challenges in Defence Sector
19:04 Security Clearance in Defence
22:19 Navigating Security Clearance for Freelancers
23:04 The Debate on Publicising Security Clearance
25:19 Mobilisation and Initial Client Engagement
28:05 Challenges in Defence Sector Processes
29:44 Speaking Engagements and Community Involvement
33:21 Balancing Product Ideas with Research
37:51 Encouraging Community Support and Asking for Help
40:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business, and tech folk that will leave you with actionable, relevant advice.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Julio Behambari is this week’s guest.
Julio is a driven Principal Product Manager with over 10 years of experience leading cross-functional teams to develop, launch, and scale innovative B2B SaaS products.
▶︎ Julio’s LinkedIn:
http://linkedin.com/in/juliobehambari
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to the Podcast
00:55 Julio's Journey into Product Management
04:32 Defining Product Management
05:49 The Impact of AI on Product Management
08:41 Challenges in Product Management
12:20 Leveraging AI for Efficiency
20:52 Storytelling in Product Management
21:56 The Importance of Storytelling in Product Management
22:06 Understanding Customer Insights and Hypotheses
23:15 The Role of Personas in Product Development
25:15 Evaluating Weekly Progress as a Product Manager
28:06 Drawing Inspiration from Various Sources
32:06 The Reality of Product Management
38:37 Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Aspirations
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business, and tech folk that will leave you with actionable, relevant advice.
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them. Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Tom Jenner is this week's guest.
Tom is an experienced digital product and project management professional. He has a proven track record of leading complex projects and cross-functional teams for global brands like Dyson, where he spent 5 years. His expertise spans end-to-end digital initiative management, orchestrating multichannel campaigns, optimising user experiences, and driving eCommerce success through a strategic blend of technology, design, and operational excellence.
Tom's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-jenner-b0132237/
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business, and tech folk that will leave you with actionable, relevant advice.
▶︎ Watch to the podcast here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvEMP7FbtRY
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them.
Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Jamie Hanratty is this week's guest.
Jamie is the Co-founder of Ludi (renamed from Metro Retro since Aug 2025) who are improving collaboration for eng & product teams.
▶︎Jamie's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiehanratty/
▶︎Ludi
https://ludi.co/
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Jamie and Ludi
00:01:30 - The Inspiration Behind Ludi: Overcoming Whiteboard Challenges
00:02:41 - From Hobby Project to Business Boom: Ludi's Growth Story
00:04:26 - The Meaning Behind the Name Ludi
00:06:11 - Building Ludi: A Product Management Perspective
00:07:30 - The Importance of Facilitation in Product Management
00:09:58 - Agile Development: Short, Sharp, and Focused
00:11:05 - How Ludi Implements Agile Principles
00:12:40 - Customer Feedback and Gathering Insights
00:15:20 - Marketing Ludi: The Power of Word-of-Mouth
00:19:57 - Measuring Success: Ludi's North Star - Collaboration Minutes
00:21:44 - Future Plans for Ludi and Closing Remarks
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business, and tech folk that will leave you with actionable, relevant advice.
▶︎ Listen to the podcast on:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0NGKLeWxDzmQyjzh6jKjO8?si=5Vb_M9KbRM26rWwAvEE5Xg
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them.
Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Noel Warnell is this week's guest.
Noel helps digital leaders drive fast, predictable, and robust delivery & build stronger teams, with over 20 years of experience unlocking measurable ROI.
Noel isn't interested in theory for theory’s sake. He brings grounded experience, clarity, and a collaborative style that helps teams deliver, especially when the stakes are high. No jargon. No silver bullets. No bullshit. Just practical, people-first approaches that create momentum.
▶︎Noel's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/noelwarnell/
▶︎Chapters:
00:49 - What is Agile BS?
02:47 - Noel's Agile Journey: Luck, Opportunity, and Frustration
04:36 - Demonstrating Value and Checking in with Clients
05:30 - Measuring Success and Walking Away When Value Isn't Possible
06:17 - Checking Back with Clients and Demonstrating Progress
08:01 - Health Checks and Advice on Implementation
12:17 - Addressing the Negative Perception of Agile
14:46 - Connecting the Dots and Communicating Strategy
17:37 - Inspiration Outside the Agile Bubble: Facilitation and Improv
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business and tech folk that will leave you with actionable and relevant advice.
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them.
Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.This week's episode was recorded a few weeks ago infront of a live audience with guests chosen at random. Guest Socials:Julia https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-thomas-b23a571/Umanghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/umangrajdev/Nicolahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicola-burns-3293064/▶︎Chapters: The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business and tech folk that will leave you with actionable and relevant advice. ▶︎ Listen to the podcast on:https://open.spotify.com/show/0NGKLeWxDzmQyjzh6jKjO8?si=5Vb_M9KbRM26rWwAvEE5Xg▶︎ About Everyday Agile We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them.Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Freya H Finnerty is this week's guest.
Freya is a highly collaborative Agile Coach / Scrum master with 15 years of experience working with Technology teams, helping them to deliver products, projects, and programmes in complex environments across a variety of sectors, including FMCG, Oil & Gas and Media & Entertainment.
An Agile enthusiast who is goal-oriented, with a real desire to support and grow teams and organisations with purpose and alignment so that they can deliver outcomes. Known for her ability to connect people and make them come together to solve problems in a variety of creative ways.
Fun Facts: Freya is a classically trained actor and has toured the world performing Shakespeare. She teaches dance fitness in her spare time and mentors STEM students who are looking to develop a career in Tech.
Freya's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/freya-h-finnerty-6453a18a/
▶︎Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: Welcome to Freya
0:45 – From Actor to Agile Coach
3:10 – What Agile Really Means to Freya
5:30 – “Agile is Trial and Error” – The Human Side
7:00 – Is Agile Dead? Titles, Cuts & Value
9:20 – When Agile Transformations Go Wrong
11:30 – Building Trust After Failure
14:00 – Theatre, Coaching & Collaboration
17:10 – Confidence, Inclusion & Representation in Tech
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business and tech folk that will leave you with actionable and relevant advice.
▶︎ Listen to the podcast on:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0NGKLeW...
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them.
Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.Matt Evans is this week's guest. As a Business Agility Consultant at The Business Agility Coach Limited, Matt offers Agile coaching and training services to clients across various industries. He has over 10 years of experience in change enablement roles, and his mission is to deliver effective solutions to customers by leading and facilitating initiatives, aligning structures, cultures, and strategies with agile principles, and coaching and mentoring teams and leaders.This conversation took place less than 24 hours after the event we co-organised along with two other people, but he still managed to bring loads of value. The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business and tech folk that will leave you with actionable and relevant advice. ▶︎ Watch the podcast on:https://youtube.com/@everydayagile▶︎ About Everyday Agile We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them. Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Monica Calinescu is this week's guest.
Monica is an award-winning change manager with expertise in leading organisational change programs, driving culture change, and shaping people strategies, including equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) initiatives. Her passion lies in empowering leaders to lead change effectively and inclusively, equipping them with the skills to create equitable workplaces where everyone can thrive.
▶︎ Monica's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicagabrielacalinescu/
00:00 Introduction to Monica
00:49 Exploring a LinkedIn Post
04:32 The Importance of Empathy in Leadership
08:44 Monica's Career Journey
16:27 Understanding the Role of a Change Manager
21:36 Daily Life of a Change Manager
24:08 Favourite Workshops and Exercises
26:18 Shaping People Strategy for 2026
26:40 Creating a Psychologically Safe Workplace
27:05 Debating Psychological Safety
28:40 The Importance of Psychological Safety
31:11 Complexities of Psychological Safety
35:06 Ingredients for Organisational Change
37:32 Thoughts on Agile
40:15 LinkedIn and Personal Branding
44:57 Podcasting and Mental Health
47:09 Final Thoughts and Plugs
The Everyday Agile Podcast brings you interviews with Agile, Product, business and tech folk that will leave you with actionable and relevant advice.
▶︎ Listen to the podcast on:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0NGKLeWxDzmQyjzh6jKjO8?si=5Vb_M9KbRM26rWwAvEE5Xg
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them.
Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Paul Stevens is this week's guest.
Outcome-driven Product and Design leadership. An experienced Product Design leader with 20+ years across consumer and SaaS businesses. Paul specialises in solving complex business challenges through strategic user-centred design and product strategy.
▶︎ Paul's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulstevenschunkyux/
▶︎The book Paul referenced:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Agile-Experience-Design-Designers-Continuous/dp/0321804813
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:29 Guest Background and Career Overview
03:02 Early Career and Education
06:51 First Job and Freelancing
09:28 Financial Services and Direct Mail
14:45 Joining MoneySupermarket and UX Education
21:24 Agile Transformation at MoneySupermarket
26:43 Introduction to Agile Experience Design
27:42 Transition to Auto Trader
29:32 Ethnographic Research in Car Dealerships
31:48 Challenges in SaaS and Enterprise Software
35:06 Joining Car Finance 24/7
37:24 Redesigning the Car Finance 24/7 Website
46:48 Consulting and Contracting Experiences
49:40 Designing a User-Centered Workshop
52:29 Conclusion and Contact Information
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.Emily Smith is this week's guest. Emily is the Head of Operations & Service Delivery @ Adapt Digital where she helps businesses streamline operations, optimise workflows and manage deliverables - with experience across agencies, startups, and enterprise teams. Emily's ethos is “clarity is kindness” When she's not working, you’ll find her running, cycling and enjoying good food!
00:00 Welcome to the Podcast with Emily Smith
00:22 Emily's Role at Adapt Digital
01:26 Reflecting on Workflow Changes
04:43 Emily's Career Journey
09:11 From Corporate to Agency Life
11:38 The Importance of Agile Processes
14:44 Running and Marathon Training
19:12 Reflecting on the Yom Challenge
19:32 Future Fitness Goals: Half Ironman
20:07 The Importance of Empathy in the Workplace
22:32 Managing with a Coaching Mentality
23:57 The Role of Workshops in Productive Decision-Making
26:28 Icebreakers: Love Them or Hate Them?
28:39 Putting Yourself Out There in 2025
30:25 Looking Ahead: Plans for the Rest of the Year
33:58 Final Thoughts and Farewell
▶︎ About Everyday Agile
We might be little, but we’ve got great, big ideas – and lots of them.Transformative ideas that can make a massive difference to your business, your team and how things run. Revolutionary ideas that give our clients the tools they need to nail the basics, create problem-solving products and smash strategy out of the park. Metamorphic ideas that – okay, you get the point.
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Paul Davies is this week's guest.
As a leader focused on strategic growth, Paul has worked in agency environments for over 20 years in the UK and abroad, holding management roles in operations, finance, IT, and marketing.
He has extensive industry experience in helping businesses to scale and become more profitable, most notably in retail, tech, healthcare, media, marketing and law.
Paul is currently the COO and a company director at Yozu - a leading bespoke software house based in Liverpool.
▶︎ Paul's Contact Info:
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmd-uk/
▶︎ Yozu:
https://yozu.co.uk/
▶︎ Yozu Creative:
https://yozucreative.com/
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.Stuart Young is this week's guest. With a marker in one hand and a mission in mind, Stuart helps individuals and teams connect, communicate and collaborate through a unique blend of coaching, emotional intelligence, visual storytelling, and product-focused Agile training. I help individuals and teams connect, communicate and collaborate through a unique blend of coaching, emotional intelligence, visual storytelling, and product-focused Agile training.▶︎Stuart's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-young-vis/▶︎Stuart's upcoming training https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stuartyoungtrainingltd▶︎And the book https://www.stuartyoung.uk/copy-of-human-skills-1
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Mary Fidler is this week's guest. Mary is passionate about leading and supporting IT recruitment. She's had the privilege of working with some of the UK’s most successful businesses. Specialising in senior and complex tech hires, she thrives on connecting top talent with the right opportunities.
▶︎Mary's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-fidler/
▶︎Mary'sWebsite:
https://trusttechrecruitment.zohorecruit.eu/jobs/Careers
▶︎Tickets to our conference
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/n...
▶︎Our Substack https:
//everydayagile.substack.com/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:41 Mary's Journey in Recruitment
01:53 Launching Trust Tech
02:51 Building Relationships in the Tech Community
06:00 Starting Trust Tech Recruitment
10:16 Advice for Job Seekers and Recruiters
15:04 Remote Work and Office Dynamics
18:46 Balancing Market Demands and Organizational Needs
19:32 Advice for Job Seekers
20:37 The Role of Social Media in Job Hunting
22:28 LinkedIn's One-Click Apply: Does It Work?
24:03 Filtering Job Applications Efficiently
26:49 IR35 and Its Impact on Recruitment
29:39 The Growing Importance of AI Skills
30:38 Spotting AI-Generated CVs
32:24 Future Plans and Career Advice
33:49 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.This week's episode is a filler, so we jumped on the bandwagon and asked ChatGPT to ask questions about Agile. ▶︎Tickets to our conferencehttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/notanotheragileconference/1579375▶︎Our Substack https://everydayagile.substack.com/
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Rachelle Williams is this week's guest.
Rachelle is a Methodology Agnostic Agile Coach & Consultant and training from the back of the room trainer.
▶︎Rachelle's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelleawilliams/
▶︎Rachell's Courseshttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/tbrwithrachelle/1688449
▶︎ Want to know more about TBR; Download a Brochure here: https://furnell-projects.kit.com/tbr_brochure
▶︎Tickets to our conference https://www.tickettailor.com/events/notanotheragileconference/1579375
▶︎Our Substack https://everydayagile.substack.com/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:37 Recent Travels and Conferences
05:34 Agile Career Journey
10:06 Philosophy of Agile and Continuous Improvement
16:00 Inspiration from Travel and Personal Experiences
20:30 Introduction to Training from the Back of the Room
20:38 Becoming a Trainer: The Journey
22:26 What is Training from the Back of the Room?
24:22 Applying Training Techniques in Consulting
26:04 Public and Internal Training Courses
27:56 The Value of Facilitation Skills
29:47 Adapting and Facilitating Workshops
32:10 Business Ownership and Consulting
35:47 Final Thoughts and Future Plans
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Tom Killen is this week's guest.
Tom is an experienced growth product lead, driving value, great culture and chasing those pursuit of happiness moments.
▶︎Tom's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-killen-50b0b788/
▶︎Tickets to our conferencehttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/notanotheragileconference/1579375
▶︎Our Substack https://everydayagile.substack.com/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:29 Professional Background and Philosophy
02:11 Golden Rules of Product Management
04:42 Journey into Product Management
09:43 Role and Responsibilities of a Product Manager
14:01 Balancing Energy and Enthusiasm
17:17 The Power of Positive Energy
18:24 Key Steps for New Product Managers
20:14 Recommended Resources for Product Managers
22:03 Showcasing Your Work Effectively
24:46 Overcoming Challenges in Product Management
27:12 Effective Discovery Workshops
29:37 Upcoming Event and Final Thoughts
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Emily Kershaw is this week's guest.
Emily is an Ex-Hostage Negotiator and now an accredited Project and Change Manager with a background in policing. Emily specialises in the design and delivery of strategic business change, transformation, and process improvement across the law enforcement and criminal justice sectors.
▶︎Emily's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily--kershaw/
Welcome to the Everyday Agile Podcast.
Dinah is an action-oriented, Technology & people-focused leader and an entrepreneurial leader and [probably] the most helpful conversation you'll have about what you want to try and achieve.
▶︎Dinah's socials https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinahturner/
▶︎Our Substack https://everydayagile.substack.com/