🎙️ "In the Trenches - 6 Months of Building" is where startup reality meets raw conversation. Hosted by Gary and Neill, this series pulls back the curtain on their journey building businesses from scratch - six months in and still scrapping, learning, pivoting, and growing. Expect honest takes on the wins, the misfires, and the messy middle, with real talk on funding, burnout, breakthroughs, and bold moves. Whether you're a fellow founder or curious about what it really takes to launch something meaningful, this is your backstage pass.

Tune in now as we dive right in!

A breakdown of the show complete with time markers for the shufflers :)

🕒 0:00 – Introduction to The QA Hype Show and Neill

🕒 02:22 – Challenges In The Current Job Market

🕒 05:05 – Understanding The Metaverse: Definitions & Rules

🕒 07:36 – Launching Hive Quality Engineering

🕒 10:16 – Navigating The Sales Cycle

🕒 11:22 – Advice for Job Seekers & Industry Trends

🕒 23:18 – Embracing Change and Authenticity

🕒 23:54 – Future Vision for Hive Quality Engineering

🕒 25:09 – Advice for Startups in a Tough Market

🕒 27:07 – Building Community and Support Networks

🕒 31:49 – Advice for Job Seekers & Industry Trends

🕒 35:07 – Resilience and Adaptability in Business

🕒 36:51 – The Role of Music & Culture in Connection

🕒 39:54 – Wrap up & Key Take Aways

Your support as always means the world to me – thank you for being part of this journey! 🙌 See you next time for more QA and Tech insights and community stories.

Breaking Barriers: Oculus, the Metaverse, and the Diversity Disconnect join me, Gary Shannon, and Charmaine Short (Operational Test Manager at Fnality) take a critical look at how virtual reality and metaverse technologies are shaping the future - while still facing deep-rooted issues around inclusivity and representation.

In this episode, we dive into the opportunities and challenges of emerging digital spaces, exploring whether the metaverse truly delivers on its promise of accessibility and diversity. From Oculus innovations to systemic gaps in representation, this conversation tackles the pressing question: Who is being left behind in the digital revolution?

Tune in for an insightful discussion that challenges industry norms and sparks important dialogue on the next frontier of tech inclusion.

Tune in now as we dive right in!

A breakdown of the show complete with time markers for the shufflers :)

🕒 0:00 – Introduction to The QA Hype Show and Charmaine

🕒 04:22 – Etterverse

🕒 06:42 – Understanding The Metaverse: Definitions & Rules

🕒 12:25 – I use the Meta Headset Now - Daily

🕒 13:27 – Barriers to Entry: Diversity & Accessibility Challenges

🕒 20:43 – The Role of Testers in Creating Inclusive Technology

🕒 23:41 – The QA Hype Quick Fire Questions Round

🕒 33:57 – Wrap up & Key Take Aways

Your support as always means the world to me – thank you for being part of this journey! 🙌 See you next time for more QA and Tech insights and community stories.

🎙️ Nostalgia/Back to the 90s Join me, Gary Shannon, and Leigh Rathbone (Head of Test at Cavu) as we embark on a nostalgic journey through the evolution of testing tools and the rollercoaster ride of the QA market across the decades.

In this special episode, we delve into the tools that defined the '90s, the challenges we conquered, and how the industry has transformed into what it is today.

Whether you're a seasoned QA veteran or just curious about its fascinating history, this episode promises a perfect mix of insights, laughter, and a touch of nostalgia. Let’s rewind to the '90s and uncover the roots of modern QA!

Tune in now and relive the journey.

Episode: Nostalgia/Back to the 90s - Gary Shannon & Leigh Rathbone

A breakdown of the show complete with time markers for the shufflers :)

🕒 0:00 – Introduction to The QA Hype Show and Leigh

🕒 01:10 – Nostalgic Journey Through QA History

🕒 07:17 – The Evolution of Testing Tools

🕒 32:55 – Market Dynamics & Pivotal Moments From the 90s to The Present Day

🕒 41:15 – The Evolution of Testing: From 'Testing is Dead' to QE

🕒 46:40 – Quality Engineering is a New Role? - Its not!

🕒 48:16 – Lessons Learned From Historical Shifts in QA

🕒 53:51 – The Future of QA in the Age of AI

🕒 56:26 – The QA Hype Quick Fire Q&As

🕒 66:58 – Wrap up & Key Take Aways

Your support as always means the world to me – thank you for being part of this journey! 🙌 See you next time for more QA insights and community stories.

🚀 Welcome back this is a spin off show call The QA Hype Talent Show! (ByteSize)🎙️

I’m beyond excited to dive into this episode with a brilliant guest Laura Woods from Ten10 – with so many people in the current marketplace looking for work we thought this would be a great idea for a show to help get people back to work!

The show is called "Standing Tall: How to Shine in a Crowded Job Market"

Here’s a quick breakdown of the episode with timestamps, so you can jump straight to the parts that speak to you:

🕒 0:00 – Introduction to The QA Hype Talent Show and Laura

🕒 01:46 – The Importance of Personal Branding

🕒 06:01 – Navigating the Current Job Market

🕒 11:28 – Networking & Community Engagement

🕒 14:37 – What Employers Look for in QA/Tech Professionals

🕒 17:34 – Authenticity in Job Applications

🕒 19:17 – Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways

As always, your support means the world to me – thank you for being part of this journey! 💜🙌 See you next time for more QA insights and community stories.

🚀 Welcome back to the 2nd episode of The QA Hype Show! 🎙️

I’m beyond excited to dive into this episode with a brilliant guest as we explore The Power of Community!

In Episode 2, Rosie and I unpack why community is such a game-changer – from the value of networking to the magic of face-to-face interactions. Whether you're building connections or shaping your personal brand, there’s something here for everyone.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the episode with timestamps, so you can jump straight to the parts that speak to you:

🕒 0:00 – Introduction to The QA Hype Show and Rosie

🕒 01:03 – The Power of Community in Testing

🕒 10:22 – Face-to-Face Interactions & Why They Matter

🕒 11:14 – Building a Strong Community

🕒 15:32 – What Makes a Strong Test Community?

🕒 20:52 – Supporting & Leveraging QA Communities

🕒 22:15 – Building Personal Brand & Authenticity

🕒 24:21 – The Power of Networking & Community

🕒 25:38 – Evolving Recruitment Landscape

🕒 27:01 – The Drive Behind Community Building

🕒 29:18 – Innovating in the Community Space

🕒 32:07 – Growing a Follower Base on LinkedIn

🕒 35:15 – Quick-Fire Q&A Session

🕒 37:01 – The Future of MoT & Community Engagement

🕒 40:10 – Key Takeaways & Wrap-Up

Your support means the world – thank you for being part of this journey! 🙌 See you next time for more QA insights and community stories.

🚀 The First Ever Episode of The QA Hype Show 🎙️

I’m thrilled to launch my new podcast, The QA Hype Show!

Episode 1 is packed with insights from Ganesh Practoor, Head of Infrastructure & Quality Engineering at Santander.

Here’s what we’ll be diving into in this episode:

💡Testing & Tech Trends: Boosting Productivity, CX, and Quality

🚀 Your First 90 Days: How to Succeed in QA/Testing & Tech Roles

Here’s a quick breakdown of the episode with timestamps so you can jump to the parts that interest you most:

🕒 0:00 – Introduction to The QA Hype Show and Ganesh

🕒 6:33 – Testing & Tech Trends: Boosting Productivity & Customer Experience

🕒 17:25 – Aligning QA With Customer Experience

🕒 21:41 – Shifting Perspectives in Quality Assurance

🕒 23:03 – Navigating The first 90 days in QA, Testing & Tech Roles

🕒 30:02 – Common Mistakes in the First 90 Days

🕒 32:47 – Embracing Change for Long Term Success

🕒 33:59 – Quickfire Fun Q&A Session

🕒 37:19 – Coffee Insights (Batman, Superman & Spiderman)

🕒 40:02 – Summarise – Wrap-up

Thank you everyone for your support so far it means the world to me :)