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Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 89: Science and MagicToday on Tech a Break, we’re joined by Science and Magic, a forward-thinking digital marketing company.In this episode, we explore how the “science” of analytics and the “magic” drive engagement, and create campaigns that stand out in a crowded digital world.
2025-06-271h 15Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 88: YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT!Today on Tech a Break, Adam and Andy are letting it all out, yes it's a full-on rant session.From ridiculous clickbait news headlines (“You won’t BELIEVE what happens next!”) to those creepy targeted ads that just won’t go away (yes, we’re looking at you, foot-related ones)
2025-06-161h 08Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 87: VIXI FitnessToday on Tech a Break, we’re joined by Jo, the passionate force behind VIXI Fitness, the brand-new gym at Darlington Business Central.Jo shares the story behind launching the gym, what makes VIXI different, and why being close to people is key to what they do.
2025-06-061h 09Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 86: Liam joins the tech talkIn this episode of Tech a Break, we chat with Liam, the newest apprentice at Resilient Business Systems.Liam may only be three weeks into the job, but his passion for tech and IT runs deep. He shares what it’s been like stepping into the world of IT, how he landed the apprenticeship, and what excites him most about the industry.
2025-05-3054 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 85: Hannah- We Do HRToday on Tech a Break, we're joined by Hannah Ross from We Do HR and We Do Health and Safety — two outsourced consultancy companies helping businesses stay on the right side of the rules without the hassle of hiring in-house.
2025-05-271h 04Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 84: THE CARPET NINJAThis week on Tech a Break, we roll out the red carpet for Darren, the founder of an exciting new startup: Carpet Ninja — a professional carpet and upholstery cleaning business.He’ll clean your carpet so fast, you won’t even know he was there — like a true ninja. One minute it's stained, the next it's sparkling.Darren shares the journey behind launching Carpet Ninja, the challenges of starting from scratch, and the passion that drives him to deliver top-tier cleaning services.
2025-05-161h 04Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 83: Helping HandsToday we are joined by two lovely ladies: Annemarie Vendy, Branch Manager at Darlington Helping Hands, and Kate, a dedicated Care Coordinator. Together, they share their passion for supporting individuals who wish to remain in the comfort of their own homes.From managing services to coordinating care, they open up about the real-life impact of their work, the emotional depth of caregiving, and why, as they beautifully put it: "you can teach people care, but not how to care."
2025-05-091h 07Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 82 - Talking about ollies with Olly Graham 🛹We guarantee this episode of Tech a Break won't GRIND any gears, you won't get BOARD and you certainly won't won't to FLIP onto a different video. If you hadn't guessed by now we were joined by skating boarding legend Olly Graham who runs 4Motion in Darlington. Olly talks about his love for the sport, what it means now it's an Olympic sport, as well as how he wants to expand the park in the next few years. We loved chatting to him and recommend checking him out via his site below:4motion: https://4motiondarlington.org/Check out more...
2025-05-0656 minTech a BreakTech a Beak Episode 81: BrandingToday, we’re talking branding—and no, it’s not just about a pretty logo. With examples and straight talk, this episode is all about helping you see how branding is developed.
2025-04-251h 09Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 80: Facility 6In this episode, we’re joined by Dan from Facility 6, an electrical engineer based in Darlington and serving the whole of the North East. Facility 6 delivers expert solutions in electrical systems, LED lighting, maintenance, mechanical services, and solar panel installations for both commercial and domestic clients.
2025-04-111h 05Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 79: Open SourceIn this episode, Adam and Andy dive into the world of open-source software—what it is, why it matters, and how you can use it.
2025-04-041h 04Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 78: Claire Hankey- Darlington CollegeIn this episode, we’re joined by Claire from Darlington College, Head of Marketing and Engagement, to talk about the exciting ways the college is using technology to enhance learning. From VR experiences and a 360° projection room that helps students immerse themselves in creative writing, to Alex the Robot, a medical training tool that simulates different medical conditions—Darlington College is embracing the future of education!Plus, check out their very own podcast, Learned It, Living It, for more insights into student life and learning.
2025-03-2858 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 77: The End of Windows 10 – What Now?In this episode, Andy takes a deep dive into the upcoming end of life for Windows 10 in October 2025. What does this mean for users and businesses? What should you do to prepare? And most importantly, what can you do with old machines that can’t run Windows 11?
2025-03-241h 06Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 76:Jamil CER EducationJoin us on episode 76 of the Tech a Break podcast as we have fellow Darlington Workspace tenant Jamil Albarq talk about CER Education and what it does for North East schools!
2025-03-1400 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 75: Team Luke FoundationIn this special episode, we’re joined by Mark to talk about the Team Luke Foundation, an organisation dedicated to confronting Neuroblastoma. We discuss the foundation’s incredible mission and its impact. Mark also shares details about their upcoming Family Fun Day at Blackwell Meadows on 10th May 2025, from 11 AM - 5 PM—a fantastic event to support an important cause! Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/teamlukefoundation/1612238Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamLukeBell/?locale=en_GBTo learn more and support the cause, visit https://teamluke.org.uk/
2025-03-0746 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 74: Mark Stevens- Emphasising Great Web Design!In this episode, we’re putting the emphasis on web development with Mark Stevens from Emphasise Digital. As a web developer, Mark knows what it takes to build a site that not only looks great but also performs well and gets found online.
2025-02-281h 03Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 73: Sew Happy to Tech a Break with DonnaIn this episode, we’re threading our way into the world of business and creativity with Donna Gurney, founder of Sew Happy to Help and owner of Smampy’s Corner. Donna is a passionate sewing enthusiast, community advocate, and expert in bespoke pattern making.Find out more at: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/donna-gurneyEmail:donna@smampyscorner.co.uk donna@sewhappytohelp.co.ukPhone:07757 055850Website: https://www.smampyscorner.co.uk/https://sewhappytohelp.co.uk/
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The Responsible Marketing PodcastS2, Episode 2: Andy Read, Resilient Business SystemsIn this episode, I chat with the always joyful Andy Read from Resilient Business Systems, a tech based solution provider based in the north east of England and servicing organisations across the UK.Andy has been in his industry literally man and boy & it was fascinating to discover how he made the steps from starting out to where he is now, and what an incredible brain he has for learning tech.Andy & I talk about:🕵🏼♂️ how Resilient Business Systems looks to alleviate the pain out of continuous tech developments for their customers,😌 how chan...
2025-02-1859 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 72: Heads in The Cloud☁️In this episode, Adam and Andy have their heads in The Cloud☁️—what it is and how businesses use it. They discuss the benefits, like seamless access to files from any device, as well as the downsides, including security risks and environmental impact.
2025-02-141h 04Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 71: Ethan Thoburn Careers PlusIn this episode, we had the pleasure to chat to Ethan Thoburn, Managing Director at Careers Plus Ltd—a niche IT recruitment company based in Newcastle. Ethan shares his journey, how he got to where he is now and what is to come.
2025-02-101h 00Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 70: Tech chat with 'a cuddle' of ADAMSIn this episode, the second (or as Andy calls him, the more handsome) Adam joins the chat! With Andy now surrounded by 'a cuddle' of Adams, chaos is bound to unfold. Our guest Adam joined Hubspoke Media 3 months ago and has already made a big impact, bringing fresh ideas and energy to the business.
2025-01-311h 11Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 69: WE CAN’T BELIEVE IT…In this episode, Adam and Andy let loose with a tech rant! The frustration of weak passwords, dodgy AI-generated content and businesses that still haven’t implemented proper systems like two-factor authentication… WE CAN’T BELIEVE IT…
2025-01-241h 02Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 68: Sorted! By SamToday’s guest is Sam from Sorted By Sam, a professional organiser and declutterer based in Middlesbrough. Sam helps businesses and individuals bring order to their spaces and workflows, offering an unique approach to organisation—including logo sorting!
2025-01-171h 15Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 67: AHHH THE ROBOTS ARE COMING!!!Welcome to Tech a Break, the podcast where we explore the latest trends in tech and IT.
In today’s episode, Adam and Andy discuss about Artificial Intelligence, what AI can do, where it’s headed, and how it’s already transforming our lives. Are the robots really coming for us, or is this just the start of a new era of possibilities?
2025-01-101h 11Tech a BreakTech a Break Ep 66: Christmas SpecialIt’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re celebrating with a special Christmas episode! Join us as we reflect on the highlights from past episodes, revisit some of the most inspiring moments, and celebrate the incredible guests who’ve shared their stories with us. Grab a cup of cocoa, and let’s take a festive stroll down memory lane.
Happy Holidays! 🎄✨
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UnBuild It Podcast122 - Regionality rules us but so now does the internet & social media...Since the internet makes us all so cozy from LA to Louisiana, it comes as a surprise to even hard-core building pros that many materials and systems simply don't translate from region to region. Local context simply interferes: price, local expertise, local building codes, availability of materials, even just "no one has done it that way here..." BUT, the internet and social media are shaking things up, in some cool but also disruptive ways.Pete's Resource: - "A Study of the Characteristics of Regional Building Construction Process:" - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372447144_A...
2024-12-1925 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 65: IncluscapeToday, we’re joined by Jacky from Incluscape, a specialist in inclusion solutions. Jacky specialises in helping businesses create more inclusive environments by evaluating practices and policies around neurodiversity, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Learn how her work empowers organizations to foster belonging, embrace diverse perspectives, and drive meaningful change. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!
You can get in contact with Jacky at:
info@incluscape.com
www.incluscape.com
07784 782 064
2024-12-161h 03Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 64: Barcodes and automationIn today’s episode, we’re joined by Terry which will be telling us all about barcodes and automation. Discover how his business is revolutionising the way companies manage inventory, improve efficiency, and embrace automation in a fast-paced world.
2024-12-111h 03Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 62- Women in Business AwardsIn this episode, we’re putting a spotlight on the incredible Darlington Business Club team. Join us as we chat with Jayson Gurney, Hilary Bevan, and Michelle Read about their experience organising this year’s Women in Business Awards.
Discover the behind-the-scenes effort, tech tools, and innovative ideas that went into bringing this prestigious event to life.
2024-12-021h 06Tech a BreakEpisode 63: Parkinsons and VR! We meet Keith WilsonA MUST LISTEN! Keith Wilson is diagnosed with Parkinsons disease, he has been using VR in the most innovative way to support himself and others manage their Parkinsons disease.
After finding benefits of using VR headset himself, he is now delivering a project to share these benefits with others.
This episode is full of hidden gems and it is truly incredible what Keith has achieved and what he continues to achieve.
A MUST LISTEN! Keith Wilson is diagnosed with Parkinsons disease, he has been...
2024-11-2946 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 61: Anthony Jones from Anthony Jones PropertiesWelcome to Tech a Break, where we explore the tech innovations shaping industries and driving success! Today’s guest is Anthony Jones, founder of Anthony Jones Properties, a leading estate agency based in Darlington.
In this episode, Anthony shares his journey in the property market, offering insights into how technology is transforming the way estate agents operate.
2024-11-181h 11Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 60: Stuart Train-Bridgewater RecruitmentWelcome to Tech a Break, where we explore the technology and insights that drive modern business success! Today’s guest is Stuart Train, founder of Bridgewater Recruitment, a specialised executive search business.
In this episode, Stuart shares the ins and outs of executive recruitment, the role of tech in finding the perfect fit, and what it takes to stand out in today’s competitive job market.
2024-11-121h 17Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 58: Katharine Mathews - The Absolute WordWelcome to Tech a Break, your go-to podcast for exploring the tech behind innovative industries! Today's guest can not only walk the walk but talk the talk as we're delighted to have Katherine Mathews founder of The Absolute Word with us!
Check her out at: https://www.theabsoluteword.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theabsoluteword/
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2024-10-291h 14Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 59: Oscar WarrWelcome to Tech a Break, your go-to podcast for exploring the tech behind innovative industries! Today we are thrilled to be joined by Oscar Warr, the 14 year old Teeside Sprint Series racer who specialises in speed!
2024-10-261h 05Tech a BreakTech a Break Bonus Episode: Bringing History to Life: Dave from HistrionicsWelcome to Tech a Break, your go-to podcast for exploring the tech behind innovative industries! Today’s guest is Dave from Histrionics, a professional "dresser upperer" who specialises in creating immersive, historical performances for events. Dave brings history to life, using costumes, props, and storytelling to transport audiences back in time.
2024-10-2149 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 57: Business faffWelcome to Tech a Break, where we explore the tech and strategies that drive business success! In today’s episode, we’re talking about business faff—those small tasks that might not seem crucial but are essential for running a business and building a strong brand.
From email domains to having a clean van, these tasks may feel like minor faff, but they all add up to how your brand is perceived. We’ll discuss why paying attention to these seemingly small details matters and how they contribute to your business’s overall success.
2024-10-111h 07Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 56: Investing timeWelcome to Tech a Break, the podcast where we explore how technology and strategy can help businesses thrive! Today’s episode is all about investing time in your business!
We’ll dive into why investing time into your business is crucial for long-term success.
2024-10-061h 03Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 55: International Podcast Day - Darlington LibraryWelcome to a special International Podcast Day episode of Tech a Break! Today, we’re joined by Suzy from Darlington Library, who takes us on a journey through the history of this iconic library and the cutting-edge technology it houses today.
But Darlington Library is no ordinary library—it’s a modern tech hub offering everything from laser cutters, VR headsets, embroidery machines and 3D printers.
Suzy shares how the library has evolved to become a creative space where the community can access tools and technology that spark innovation, learning, and creativity.
2024-09-3056 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 54Welcome to Tech a Break, the podcast where we explore the latest breakthroughs in technology and how they’re changing our everyday lives. Today’s episode is all about AI. We dive into the incredible advancements in photo enhancement and image creation, where AI now allows users to edit, enhance, and even create stunning visuals right from their phones. We’ll also explore how AI-driven language translation over video is breaking barriers, enabling real-time, seamless communication across languages—all from a single device.
2024-09-231h 04Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 53: Powering the Future: Dan from DMH Electrical and RenewablesWelcome to Tech a Break, your go-to podcast for the latest trends and innovations in technology!
In today’s episode, we’re excited to have Dan from DMH Electrical and Renewables as our guest. Dan is an expert in cutting-edge electrical solutions, specializing in Solar PV, Battery Storage, and Electric Vehicle Charging.
In this conversation, Dan will share insights into the rapidly growing world of renewable energy, discussing how Solar PV systems and battery storage are transforming the way we power our homes and businesses.
Check out DMH: https://dmhelectricalandrenewables.co.uk/
2024-09-1659 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 52: The tracks to InnovationIn today’s special episode, we’re diving into the fascinating history of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, one of the most ground-breaking technological achievements of the 19th century.
In the spirit of starting businesses and fostering innovation, we’ll explore how the railway not only revolutionised transportation but also sparked economic development in our town and beyond. The Stockton and Darlington Railway, the world’s first public railway to use steam locomotives, became a catalyst for industry growth, reshaping the way goods and people moved across the country.
2024-09-091h 03Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 51: Dan from Resilient Business SystemsToday’s episode is a special one as we welcome Dan from Resilient Business Systems, who also happens to be the son of Andy, one of our very own hosts!
In this episode, Dan shares his unique journey of how his early love for computers and games led him to join the family business. He’ll discuss what he does at Resilient Business Systems and how his passion for technology continues to drive his work.
2024-09-021h 13Tech a BreakTech a Break: 50th Episode Celebration!Welcome to a very special episode of Tech a Break! Today, we’re celebrating a major milestone—our 50th episode!
🎉Join us as we take a trip down memory lane, sharing fun facts about the podcast and throwbacks to some of our favourite moments.
As a special treat, Michelle surprises us with a cheesecake!
In this episode, we’ll reflect on how far we’ve come, the incredible guests we've had, and the tech trends that have shaped our conversations.
Thank you for being part of the Tech a Break community—here’s to 50...
2024-08-281h 07Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 49: The Tech Behind Clean Water with Andy DargueWelcome to Tech a Break, the podcast where we explore
the latest innovations, trends, and stories from the world of technology.
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Andy Dargue, an
Industrial Wastewater Treatment Consultant and owner of Aqua Advice. Andy brings his expertise in tackling one of the most critical issues in industrial operations: wastewater treatment.
Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us on social media for
updates on future episodes!
2024-08-201h 06Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 48: Michael JanesWelcome to Tech a Break, your weekly deep dive into the world of technology, where we explore the latest trends, innovations, and stories from the forefront of the tech industry. In today’s episode, we are joined by Michael Janes, the visionary Director of CLR.
2024-08-121h 02Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 47: Howard Little, FSB Membership Advisor
Welcome to another exciting episode of Tech a Break. This week, we're thrilled to have a very special guest joining us – Howard Little, Membership Advisor at the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)!
Howard speaks to around 1,000 small business owners each year across every industry imaginable in County Durham and the North East of England.
He’s here to advise us on the game-changing benefits of FSB membership. Joining FSB is a NO-BRAINER for small business owners looking to thrive, this episode is packed with invaluable advice and tips.
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Our Darling TownOur Darling Town Season 2 Episode 1: Adam Walker Hubspoke MediaToday we have an incredibly talented guest joining us. Someone who has made a significant contribution both locally and nationally in a field of media and marketing. Please welcome Adam Walker. Adam is a master behind the cameras with seamless video production and on point photography which have captivated many regardless of the setting. When Adam isn't working his magic behind the camera you can find him embracing the great outdoors, blending in his passion for outdoors with his love of photography. We are thrilled to have Adam today to share his journey, insights and tips for inspiring marketers...
2024-07-2944 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 46: The history of typewritersIn today's nostalgic episode, your hosts Adam and Andy take you on a captivating journey through the history of typewriters.
Join us as we delve into the evolution of this iconic writing machine, from its early mechanical beginnings to its enduring legacy in the digital age.
2024-07-261h 10Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 45: Strategic Marketing
In today's episode, we're thrilled to have a conversation with Jo Long, the visionary force behind Jo Long Consulting. Jo is a strategic marketer with a wealth of experience in helping businesses develop and execute marketing strategies and plans to exploit sustainable growth opportunities.
2024-07-221h 05Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 44: Sasha from Outsourced HRIn today's episode, we are excited to have Sasha from Outsourced HR as our guest. Originally from the North East, Sasha moved to London for a few years before returning to her roots. She’ll be sharing her unique journey, the evolution of her business, and how advancements in technology have transformed the HR landscape.
2024-07-161h 07Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 43: Carl Rutter- senior level designer at Expression Games
Today, we're thrilled to have Carl Rutter, a senior level designer at Expression Games, join us.
In this episode, Carl shares his journey in the gaming industry and gives us an insight in to what his job is like. A dream job for gaming enthusiasts.
Find Carl on LinkedIn:
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/carl-rutte...
2024-07-101h 05Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 42: Cyber-bullyingWelcome to another episode of Tech a Break with your hosts, Adam and Andy! This week, we're diving into an issue that has become increasingly prevalent in our digital age: cyber bullying. From social media harassment to online gaming toxicity, cyber bullying takes many forms and can have devastating effects on individuals of all ages.
2024-07-051h 10Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 41: Lightning Pay and BitcoinIn this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Rob, the co-founder of LightningPayNZ. Join us as we dive into the world of Bitcoin and explore how LightningPayNZ is revolutionising the way we handle cryptocurrency transactions. If this subject interests you, find out more from Rob: https://lightningpay.nz/
@lightningpaynz
2024-06-241h 01Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 40: CybersecurityIn this episode of Tech a Break, Adam and Andy dive into the complex world of cybersecurity. From the latest cyber threats, phishing emails to practical tips for protecting your digital life, they break down the essentials you need to know.
2024-06-171h 11Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 39: LXXI-Drum & Bass singer, songwriter and producerToday we are joined by the amazing Drum & Bass singer, songwriter and producer, LXXI.
LXXI has recently been featured on BBC York Music Introducing with her own 15 minute dnb mix, teasing unreleased tracks and remixes.
Her new song Wasted Time with Senior is her first track signed to Riot Records and it is coming out TOMORROW, 14th June!
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4gD5yM0rvNIiQI4IShzFX5?si=dOdTauqoQQiV2bTVWLeqWQ
When she is not in the studio producing, she is the Tik Tok Queen here, at Hubspoke Media.
2024-06-131h 15Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 38: History of photography and cameras
This time Adam has done his homework… and it’s all about photography and how that came about.
Adam and Andy are going on a captivating journey through the history of photography and cameras, tracing back to the first ever photograph taken.
2024-06-041h 10Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 37: Business in a box
In this Tech a Break episode, our favourite dynamic duo, Adam and Andy discuss the tech any start-up business needs.
2024-06-0358 minTech a BreakTech a Break Episode 36: We are 'on air' with Great North Air AmbulanceToday we are ‘on air’ at the Great North Air Ambulance service headquarters in Egglescliffe.
What an amazing charity that helps save hundreds of lives every year!
This high-flying charity is not NHS funded; they rely on your support to keep those rotors spinning. Help keep their mission in the sky by donating at https://www.greatnorthairambulance.co....
2024-06-0317 minTech a BreakEpisode 35: Andy Davis - Trident ManorToday, we're honoured to have Andy Davis, the Managing Director of Trident Manor, join us for an in-depth discussion about his dynamic business. Trident Manor is a leading security, risk, and crisis management consultancy that serves both national and international clients.
2024-05-301h 07Tech a BreakTech a Break: BONUS EPISODE
Tech a Break is on the road! We packed the podcast studio and we are “Tech-ing a Break” at the Great North Air Ambulance where we interviewed all the amazing businesses taking part in the Darlington Business club event. Please check them out here:
https://daisychainproject.co.uk/https://simfly.co.uk/https://darlington.ac.uk/https://aaacaringcaretaker.co.uk/https://www.smampyscorner.co.uk/https://contractormatch.co.uk/https://www.towergate.com/ https://www.sinecic.org/https://www.fsb.org.uk/https://www.jolongconsulting.com/
https://www.hugoheart.co.uk/ https://susancarol.co.uk/
2024-05-101h 21Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 34: Liz Lawrence from TigerDove MarketingIn this episode, Adam and Andy chat with Liz Lawrence from TigerDove Marketing. She is a highly skilled and experienced marketing consultant… and we don’t say that just because she left a fiver our chairs…
2024-05-031h 08Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 33: Tech ThrowbackIn this week's episode, Adam and Andy travel back in time to look at how tech was used by businesses in the past. Tune in for a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
2024-04-291h 12Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 32: The band is back togetherThe band is back together! Enjoy this car crash of an episode where Adam and Andy go over some of the technology they put into action since discussing it last month and we also catch up with Adam following his trip.
2024-04-191h 13Tech a BreakEpisode 31: Accounting… The language of any businessLouise Dargue joins Andy on this week’s podcast, and they discuss everything about Louise’s Bookkeeping business, how she has become a trusted partner and how to find the right balance.
2024-04-121h 02Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 30: From One side of the World to the OtherAdam takes a break from his holiday, and joins the
Tech-A-Break podcast from New Zealand. Adam lets us know how he has observed and used Tech on a day-to-day basis throughout his holiday and some of the advantages and pitfalls !!
2024-04-0546 minTech a BreakEpisode 29: Design, Development, Discussions, & DataIn Today’s episode, our guest is Simon Crisp from Edward
Robertson. Simon explains how they use tech to work with companies all over the world, taking their beautifully designed front-end websites and integrating these directly into customers' systems.
2024-04-041h 05Tech a BreakEpisode 28: Tech-Science-WizardyToday our guest is Dez Wright from Pukka-J, who’s company provides imaging solutions for Healthcare. Andy & Dez, take geekiness to another level by discussing how Dez went from hacking programs to Scientist to Programmer, and how he uses technology to integrate systems in the NHS.
2024-03-211h 00Tech a BreakEpisode 27: WEEEEEEEEE CO ???Adam and Andy have been recycling this week, make old tech new tech. Here about their latest project that is in fact being used to upload this very podcast right now!
2024-03-1553 minTech a BreakEpisode 26: Media magic and advertisingOk, Adam forgot to get a guest, however today we delve into media and advertising! Learn about the world of TV advertising social and all things in between
2024-03-081h 21Tech a BreakTech a Break Episode 25: A podcast about podcasting
Adam and Andy look back on their podcasting experience and reflect on their journey.
2024-03-011h 02Tech a BreakEpisode 24: Doing business with Jayson Gurney - Darlington Business ClubToday we host Jayson Gurney from Darlington Business Club! We hear all about the business club and find out about the armed forces covenant.
2024-02-261h 09Tech a BreakEpisode 23: Yuze will love this week's guest!Today Josh from Yuze, joins Andy and Adam and of course the usual terrible jokes.
Josh shares with us his founding story in setting up and creating Yuze. Yuze provides points of sales, card payment, ecommerce and table side service for the hospitality sector.
Listen to this great episode and find out what it is all about.
2024-02-201h 03Tech a BreakEpisode 22: Websites why should I bother??? AND we have a surprise visitor!Today is all about the humble website. We go into what websites can do for you and why it is worth having one in 2024.
We are also joined by Nick Butler - special guest who was passing the studio at the time of recording on crutches! Nick is the Business Development Manager of Modeshift and has been integral into the development of Modeshift STARS, a web based system that support schools in the promotion of walking, cycling and active travel to and from school.
2024-02-121h 07Tech a BreakEpisode 21: Trusted Partners - but who can you trust???Today is a call to action for small businesses to find and establish their own trusted partners.
Having someone who you can work collaboratively is so important, in this episode we delve into developing and establishing those relationships.
2024-02-051h 04Tech a BreakEpisode 20: Dan the man that can...Today we meet Dan from Business Central. Dan and the team are on hand to help the range of businesses they have at Darlington Workspace. If you are in the Darlington area and are looking for an office space, visit www.darlingtonworkspace.co.uk
2024-01-261h 02Tech a BreakEpisode 19: WIFI - NETWORKS What's it all about - Geek timeToday we get heavy into Networking and Wifi listen along you may just learn something new! Hope this helps
2024-01-221h 27Tech a BreakEpisode 18: Mark knows nothing about tech... actually.....Today we welcome Mark, being a listener of the podcast and truck technician boldly said to Adam he knows nothing about tech. So we invited him on, as we know that is not the case. A fantastic episode with some great insight into the HGV world
2024-01-121h 01Tech a BreakEpisode 17: ZAPPING into the New Year with Automation....We are back! Adam and Andy jump straight into 2024 with you guessed it more automation! Find out what they have been upto to bolster their productivity and improve their customer experience.
Listen to find out more!
2024-01-051h 02Tech a BreakEpisode 16: IT'S CHRISTMAS!!!!!!! What to do with your Christmas techWell this is our Christmas episode before we Tech a Break for the holidays. In this episode we discuss the trials and tribulations of gifting Christmas tech and considerations you should make before the big day!
2023-12-151h 08Tech a BreakEpisode 15: Another visitor! When is a biscuit a cake or is it a biscuit?We were delighted to be joined by Hilary Bevan from Bevan VAT Consultancy Limited and Darlington Business Club. Today we get to the soggy bottom of VAT and we even find out about what is eligible for VAT and what isn't! We loved this episode!
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Tech a BreakEpisode 14: WE HAVE A GUEST!!!! OUR First one!Today we have the pleasure of hosting our first guest - Hannah!
Hannah Worsley is Passionate about Developing People & Business and is a Training, Development & Compliance Consultant. Andy and Adam catch up with Hannah and hear what it is to work with a range of businesses that are ungoing change - with a specific focus on tech!
If you would like more information about Hannah please visit https://hannahworsley.com/
2023-12-011h 08Tech a BreakEpisode 13: Do you wish you had a S.P.A.R.E. set of hands?Andy has done his homework.
He takes Adam on a journey to establish how he could get a spare set of hands by looking over at a few key things that he can implement in his Fictional bookshop...
2023-11-241h 212023-11-171h 17Tech a BreakEpisode 11: Learning.....Today Adam and Andy go through, learning and address being called out on not knowing the Nike story! Well now they do!
2023-11-101h 08Tech a BreakEpisode 10: Tech a Rant! (one week only)This week, we take leave from the rare bookshop and have a bit of a rant about the sticking points and challenges that Adam and Andy have faced in business.
2023-11-031h 18Tech a BreakEpisode 9: Meet Mr GARY AiToday Andy and Adam look at automation! This is truely worth a listen if you want to see how you can implement automation throughout any business, not just a fictional book shop.
Adam needs some time to process some of these awesome things....
2023-10-271h 13Tech a BreakEpisode 8: Bringing Andy's Rare Books into the world of trading!Today we bring Andy's Rare Books (the fictitious rare book shop) into the world of trading! Adam takes you through just some of the considerations you need to make with your marketing when launching a business.
2023-10-201h 04Tech a BreakEpisode 7: Putting IT in when setting up a businessToday, Andy goes through what you should think about when starting up your business.
Learn about Adam's fictional 1st Edition book shop and what he needs to do to set up his IT on the right footing.
2023-10-121h 01Tech a BreakEpisode 6 Bringing it into focus...This week Andy and Adam 'snap' straight back into it after a week off. They 'focus' on what is going on in Adam's head when he takes a photo...
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Tech a BreakEpisode 5: "All social media companies are scammers" Wait, what? No they are not...Someone made a statement to Adam recently that "all social media companies are scammers" Now whilst we don't think so, we of course thought this is worthy of a debate...
2023-09-221h 02Tech a BreakEpisode 4 The Metaverse - What is it?Want to know more about the metaverse? So do we, lets discuss it.
2023-09-1557 minTech a BreakEpisode 3: AI thinks.... Therefore AI amToday is all about the postive things AI can do. Inspired by this video from UC San Francisco, titled "How a brain implaint and AI gave a women with paralysis her voice back."
Here is the link:
https://youtu.be/iTZ2N-HJbwA?si=4AjnPAqYekqkNPGm
2023-09-0848 minTech a BreakEpisode 2: Social MediaaaaaaaaaaHHHHHHH!!!This episode we dive in to the broad and nuanced world of social media. Hear Adam and Andy ramble there way through the digital world of all things social media.
They discuss content creation, the challenges of running social media, the tech that sits behind it and more importantly does it work......
2023-09-011h 05Tech a BreakEpisode 1: Welcome is anyone out there?Welcome to our first episode! Adam and Andy take you through their new podcast today they talk all thing cyber security amongst other things!
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