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Data RevolutionAI Governance: Navigating the New FrontierIn this episode of the Data Revolution podcast, host Kate Carruthers chats with James Kavanagh, an expert in AI governance. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in building AI systems that are safe, secure, and lawful. James shares his journey from engineering to AI governance, emphasising the importance of human oversight and the evolving landscape of AI regulations. The conversation covers topics such as the role of AI in society, the impact of regulations like the EU AI Act, and the need for interdisciplinary collaboration in AI governance.You can find James online here: https://blog.aicareer.pro/ And...
2025-10-2741 min
Data RevolutionWhat’s new in AI in 2025 (so far)In the latest episode of the Data Revolution podcast, host Kate Carruthers delves into what’s new in the transformative landscape of AI as we approach the end of 2025. With a focus on the pivotal changes and some AI innovations, this episode offers a glimpse into the future of technology and some implications for business and society.Key HighlightsAgentic Models: Discover how autonomous agents are set to revolutionise business processes by operating independently and unsupervised.Small Language Models: Hear about the shift towards more efficient, smaller models that are driving innovation at th...
2025-10-1234 min
Data RevolutionNavigating the Future of AI and Quantum ComputingIn this episode of the Data Revolution podcast, host Kate Carruthers interviews Gerard Solden, from Multiverse Partners, who shares his journey from banking to AI infrastructure. They discuss the reality of AI technology, the importance of accuracy and reliability in AI systems, and the innovative concept of agentic frameworks. Gerard explains the potential of Manus AI and the future of custom AI models tailored to individual needs. The conversation also touches on the significance of auditing AI responses, the intersection of AI and blockchain, and the impact of quantum computing on AI advancements. They conclude with predictions for the...
2025-05-2235 min
Data RevolutionJonathan Mast: Getting started with Generative AIMy guest this time on the Data Revolution podcast is Jonathan Mast, who runs White Beard Strategies, a business that helps folks to use Generative AI to power their sales and marketing activities. We had a great chat about how people can get started in using Generative AI in their everyday activities.In this chat, Jonathan Mast discusses the transformative role of AI in various aspects of life and business. He emphasises that AI amplifies human skills and experience, making it a useful tool for individuals of all ages. The discussion covers practical applications of AI in...
2025-03-2733 min
Data RevolutionJodie Miners - Navigating Cybersecurity for Small BusinessIn this episode of the Data Revolution podcast, I speak with Jodie Miners about the importance of cybersecurity for small businesses, focusing on the SMB 1001:2025 standard. We discuss the challenges small businesses face in implementing cybersecurity measures, the benefits of achieving certification, and practical steps to enhance data protection. Jodie shares valuable resources available for small businesses to improve their cybersecurity posture and emphasizes the need for data governance and business continuity planning in the face of rising cyber risks. Links to the items discussed are here https://datarevolution.tech/
2025-03-1731 min
Data RevolutionDr Tama Leaver - Navigating the AI Landscape for kidsIn this episode of the Data Revolution podcast, I speak with Dr. Tama Leaver about the evolving role of data and AI in society, particularly focusing on children's interaction with generative AI, the implications for privacy and consent, and the challenges of educating young people in a rapidly changing technological landscape. We discuss the biases inherent in AI tools, the importance of critical engagement with technology, and the need for a more nuanced understanding of privacy in the digital age. Our conversation emphasises the agency individuals have in shaping the future of AI and the importance of equipping the...
2025-03-0734 min
Data RevolutionGladwin Mendez – Rise of the Fractional CDO (3.02)Great to have old friend, Gladwin Mendez, back on the podcast to talk about the emergence of the new role of fractional Chief Data Officer (CDO).The rise of fractional CDOs reflects the growing recognition of data's strategic value in modern businesses. As organisations increasingly rely on data-driven decision-making, many are turning to fractional CDOs - experienced professionals who offer their expertise on a part-time or project basis. This flexible model allows companies, particularly SMEs and startups, to access high-level data leadership without the cost of a full-time executive. Fractional CDOs help businesses to start on their...
2025-02-1838 min
Data RevolutionDr David Bray – AI and building a free society (3.01)Welcome to season 3! My guest for this episode is Dr David Bray He has been thinking deeply about AI for many years. We had a wideranging chat about AI, cybersecurity, new AI’s, state actor attacks and the ongoing greyzone war, the need to use data to maintain free societies, and the importance of working locally and building community.Some things that we touched on were the need to secure our hardware and data supply lines, the need for human agency – data as a kind of human voice. David is a big advocate for data rights to be m...
2025-02-1140 min
KBKASTEpisode 291 Deep Dive: Kobi Leins and Kate Carruthers | How AI Brings A New Set Of Risks To The Threat LandscapeIn this episode, we sit down with Kobi Leins and Kate Carruthers, directors from Info Sphere Education, as they delve into the intertwining issues of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Kobi discusses how AI can expedite security breaches and the need for cybersecurity professionals to understand and mitigate AI-induced vulnerabilities. Kate expands on this by highlighting the utilization of generative AI by attackers and the importance of data and AI governance within organizations. They both explore the challenges companies face in managing these technologies, emphasizing the necessity of upskilling and proper communication between AI and cybersecurity professionals.
2025-01-3141 min
Data RevolutionKane Murdoch & Shaun Lehmann - Catching cheaters or changing assessments - 2.08My guests for this episode are Kane Murdoch and Shaun Lehmann. They work in the area of academic integrity at one of Australia's major universities and have been thinking seriously about the problems facing us in academia of ensuring that students behave with integrity in their assessments. The issue is typically referred to as "contract cheating" which includes students outsourcing completion of their work, or *contracts it out, to a third party. This practice risks devaluing university degrees and destroying trust in the quality of degrees.Kane and Shaun argue that the way to combat this practice...
2024-12-1731 min
Data RevolutionRoss Dawson - Human Cognition and AI S2.07This time my guest is my friend Ross Dawson. He is always on the cutting edge of new stuff, as you would imagine for a futurist. We had an amazing chat about his current passion for cognitive AI and how it is going to change the world of work. I loved his ideas for humanity working together with AI."Ross Dawson is a world-renowned keynote speaker, strategy advisor, and entrepreneur he inspires with powerful, practical insights into the future and how to seize today’s opportunities."
2024-12-0728 min
Data RevolutionDr Emma L. Briant - Misinformation and disinformation are data too S2.06This time my guest is Dr Emma Briant, globally renowned researcher on misinformation, disinformation and propaganda. We had a great chat about how these are now the new battlegrounds and how data underpins them. Of course we mentioned the US (a bit). Emma shared her new research and some other resources such as her Patreon. I commend all these resources to you – they are amazing resources for understanding this hotly contested area.Resources and linksWebsite: http://emma-briant.co.uk/Patreon: https://patreon.com/emmalbriantBook: Routledge Handbook of the Influence IndustryUdemy course: https://www.udemy.com/co...
2024-12-0435 min
Data RevolutionDr Kobi Leins - Microsoft Copilot and AI in government 2.5Had a great chat with Kobi Leins about some good feedback on the Australian Governments Microsoft Copilot pilot (full story here: Australian Government trial of Microsoft 365 Copilot). We also had a wide-ranging chat about the upcoming training deficit all organisations have in respect of AI, the recent changes in the federal AI space.Links to stuff we mentioned:https://www.digital.gov.au/initiatives/copilot-trial/microsoft-365-copilot-evaluation-report-fullhttps://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/work-trend-index/copilots-earliest-users-teach-us-about-generative-ai-at-workhttps://www.industry.gov.au/news/four-new-centres-help-australian-businesses-adopt-aihttps://substack.com/home/post...
2024-11-2337 min
Data RevolutionBrandon Rohrer - Challenges in building AI 2.4This time my guest is Dr Brandon Rohrer. He is a data scientist who originally started in researching robots to assist with stroke recovery, and who now works on solving data challenges. Brandon, whom I tracked down via his online discovery work on https://e2eml.school/blog.html where I was captivated by his journey in understanding AI. It is a great resource, and I did show it to my team who also loved it.We had a fascinating and wide-ranging chat that went from the demise of Twitter to the challenges of getting robots and...
2024-11-2135 min
Data RevolutionDr Lynn Gribble - AI in education 2.3My guest for this episode is Lynn Gribble. She is an Associate Professor at UNSW Sydney Business School who is passionate about embracing new technology to help in the education process. Lynn has been at the forefront of new technology in education, from pioneering voice feedback to innovating with technology for grading and feedback. She is multi-awarded and a though leader in her field, even presenting to a Parliamentary inquiry on the impacts of Artificial Intelligence in education. Lynn is also a cat lover, ice skater, and YouTuber and an all around nice human being.We chatted...
2024-09-0435 min
A Feminist Family History in Eight LivesA Few Forgotten WomenThis second bonus episode of A Feminist Family History in
Eight Lives features an interview with three members of the A Few Forgotten Women team: Margaret Roberts, Mandy Geary and Helen Shields. They are all
experienced family historians and work with nine other women to uncover and preserve the memories of just some of those women which might otherwise be lost.
In the episode Margaret, Mandy and Helen explain the origin of the A Few Forgotten Women initiative, give some examples of their varied work and tell listeners how they can get involved in the forthcoming Forgotten...
2024-08-1223 minA Feminist Family History in Eight LivesCreating Feminist WalksCreating Feminist Walks
This bonus episode of A Feminist Family History in Eight
Lives features an interview with Professor Maggie O’Neill, feminist, sociologist and criminologist at University College. In it, Maggie talks about creating four feminist walks: in Durham, London, Newcastle and Cork.
LINKS
Professor
Maggie O’Neill. https://www.professormaggieoneill.com/
Professor Misha Myers https://www.gre.ac.uk/people/rep/las/professor-misha-myers
Other walking artists who have
influenced Maggie:
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Dee
Heddon https://walkinglibraryproject.wordpress.com/about-us/
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Clare
Qualmann https://clarequalmann.co.uk/
Jan Haaken http...
2024-07-1811 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives11. Making a Feminist Family HistoryIn the final episode of A Feminist Family History in Eight
Lives, I reflect on my experiences of creating this podcast series about my grandmothers and great-grandmothers. I’m also in conversation with Professor Maggie O’Neill, an expert in biographical and walking research.
REFERENCES
Light, A. (2014 ) Common People: The History of an English Family, Penguin.
(https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/56773/common-people-by-light-alison/9780141039862)
Meinzer, K. (2019) So You Want To Start a Podcast.
Harper Collins.
Professor Maggie O’Neill. https://www.professormaggieoneill.com/
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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2024-07-1519 min
Data RevolutionThe AI revolution is a marathon not a sprint 2.2Kate shares her thoughts on us being at the very start of the AI revolution - we are in the Netscape stage of the journey (not the TikTok stage). She also discusses how Generative AI might just be the start of a new generation of user interfaces. And how AI will merge into autonomous systems - which will make things much more interesting.Episode post hereShow notes are here.
2024-07-1421 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives10. Jennet: A Letter to MarthaThe eighth and final story of this podcast series about my
grandmothers and six of my great-grandmothers. This week we’re back in England, in the north-west, in the 1600s. After the English Civil War, religious dissent
is on the rise and Jennet Greenhow, my tenth maternal great-grandmother is caught up in the rise of early Quakerism.
You can now listen to this podcast series on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and Audible.
REFERENCES
Quakers in Britain
Grubb, M. (2002) The Quakers of Mosedale. Mosedale Preparative Meeting. 2e.
...
2024-07-0814 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives9. Margrit: The Planter's WifeContinuing the series of stories about my grandmothers and great-grandmothers, this week’s episode crosses the Atlantic to what was the British colony of Maryland to tell the story of my seventh maternal great-grandmother,
Margrit McClester.
You can now listen to this podcast series on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and Audible.
REFERENCES
Carr, L.G and Walsh, L.S (1977) The Planter’s Wife: The Experience of White Women in Seventeenth Century Maryland. The William and Mary Quarterly, 34:4 pp. 542-571.
Conditions in the Early Colonies, Smithsonian Museum of Natural History https://natu...
2024-07-0114 min
Career Confidence"I was paid $40,000 less than my male counterpart" Here is What I did! Kate Carruthers Chief Data Officer UNSW"Say yes to opportunities, even when you don't know everything. You never know where it might lead you."
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2024-06-3051 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives8. The Life and Times of Philadelphia CarruthersContinuing the series of stories about my grandmothers and great-grandmothers, this week’s episode moves to Scotland to find out about my sixth paternal great-grandmother, Philadelphia Carruthers. This episode manages to combine clan politics and Hello magazine!
You can now listen to this podcast series on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and Audible.
REFERENCES
Heirs of Enslavement
Podcast with Laura Trevelyan and Clive Lewis. Persephonica
Richard Drax: Jamaica eyes slavery reparations from Tory MP BBC News 30/11/22
David Harewood: Portrait to diversify Harewood House art collection BBC News 606/03/23
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
· Music: Thinking Ahead. https://www.purple-planet.com
· Thanks to Dr Suzanne Albary for inspiration...
2024-06-2415 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives7. Catherine Kneebone. What Might Have Been.
Catherine Kneebone: What Might Have Been.
Continuing the series of stories about my grandmothers and great-grandmothers, this week’s episode stars another Cornishwoman, Catherine Kneebone, my fourth maternal great-grandmother. Plus I admit to taking a wrong turn!
This podcast can now be found on Apple Podcasts Connect: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-feminist-family-history-in-eight-lives/id1748422593
REFERENCES
Du Maurier, D. (1967) Vanishing Cornwall. London: Victor Gollancz.
Light, A. (2014 ) Common People: The History of an English Family, Penguin. (https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/56773/common-people-by-light-alison/9780141039862)...
2024-06-1018 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives6. The Genealogical Road TripIn a different sort of episode, find out about one of the
key methods I use to research and recreate the lives and stories of my grandmothers and great-grandmothers: the genealogical road trip! Come with me on the South West Sojourn and the North East Excursion!
REFERENCES
Beamish: The Living Museum of the North East https://www.beamish.org.uk/
Kresen Kernow https://kresenkernow.org/
Light, A. (20?? ) Common People: The History of an English Family, Penguin.
(https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/56773/common-people-by-light-alison/9780141039862)
Royal William Yard...
2024-06-0321 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives5. Catharine Dolphin: Parallel LivesMeet Catharine Dolphin (1841-1922), my maternal great-great grandmother, who was born into wealth but lived and died in a pit village. How social stigma led family members to live parallel lives.
REFERENCES
Edgerton, D. (2018) The Rise and Fall of the British Nation: A Twentieth Century History. London: Allen Lane.
Elliott, B. (2014) Tracing your Coalmining Ancestors: A Guide for Family Historians. Barnsley: Pen & Sword.
Horn, P. (2016). My ancestor was in service: A guide to sources for family historians London: Society of
Genealogists Enterprises Limited.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
· Music:
Thinkin...
2024-05-2715 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives4. Anna: From Service to ShipyardMeet Anna Rookley (1858-1949), my paternal great-grandmother, whose long life was lived in the shadow of the shipyards. The hidden side of family history.
Thanks to Rodda Thomas for his contribution to this episode.
REFERENCES
· Horn, P., (2016). My ancestor was in service: A guide to sources for family historians London: Society of Genealogists Enterprises Limited.
· Titanic Belfast. https://www.titanicbelfast.com/
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
· Music: Thinking Ahead. https://www.purple-planet.com
· Dr Suzanne Albary for inspiration and top tips!
KEEP IN TOUCH:
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2024-05-2023 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives3. Gladys: Grandma in CornwallMeet Gladys (1898-1978), my paternal grandmother, proud
Cornishwoman and ace dressmaker.
REFERENCES
The Newlyn Archive (2018). Newlyn At War 1939-1945 https://newlynarchive.org.uk/product/newlyn-at-war/
The Newlyn School https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/n/newlyn-school
Elizabeth Armstrong Forbes https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/elizabeth-forbes-189
Cornwall Yesteryear, Today and
Dreckly. A Short History of West End Stores, Redruth by Charles Sibthorpe. https://cornwallyesteryear.com/a-short-history-of-west-end-stores-redruth-by-charles-sibthorpe/
National Maritime Museum, Cornwall.
Operation Ariel and Falmouth – June 1940. https://www.maritimeviews.co.uk/focus-on-falmouth/operation-ariel-and-falmouth/
The Co...
2024-05-0619 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives2. Lillian: A Twentieth Century LifeMeet Lillian (1907-1989), my maternal grandmother and hear
her story from coalmining community to wartime London.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Music: Thinking Ahead. https://www.purple-planet.com
Thanks to Dr Suzanne Albary for inspiration and top tips!
REFERENCES
Beamish: The Living Museum of the North https://www.beamish.org.uk/
Elliott, Brian A., (2014). Tracing Your Coalmining Ancestors: A Guide for Family Historians. Barnsley: Pen & Sword Books Ltd.
Renton, D. (2006). Crossing occupation borders: migration to the north-east of England History in Focus: Migration. Issue 11. https://archives...
2024-04-2922 minA Feminist Family History in Eight Lives1. All the People in the Tree?How we do family history has changed remarkably in the last twenty years. What hasn't changed is whose stories get told. Introducing a new series focusing on women's lives.
Further Information
Light, A. (2015 ) Common People: The History of an English Family, Penguin Books.
https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/56773/common-people-by-light-alison/9780141039862
Beamish: The Living Museum of the North https://www.beamish.org.uk/
e: in8lives@gmail.com
insta: @femfamhistory
Find out more about this project by
heading to my website www.thinkthreeways.co...
2024-04-2213 minA Feminist Family History in Eight LivesA Feminist Family History in Eight LivesTrailer for a podcast series, starting 22 April 2024.
In A Feminist Family History in Eight Lives Kate Carruthers Thomas is a re-creates the stories of her grandmothers and six great-grandmothers over ten generations. The family history which too often remains out of sight.
FURTHER INFORMATION
e: in8lives@gmail.com
insta: @femfamhistory
Find out more about this project by heading to my website www.thinkthreeways.com
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Music: Thinking Ahead. https://www.purple-planet.com
Thanks to Dr Suzanne Albary for inspiration and top tips!
2024-04-0802 min
Books To The BoardroomIn Conversation with Kate Carruthers, Head of Business Intelligence and Chief Data & Insights Officer at UNSWIn this episode of Books to the Boardroom, we have the privilege of welcoming Kate Carruthers, the esteemed Head of Business Intelligence and Chief Data & Insights Officer at UNSW, as this week's guest speaker. With her extensive expertise in data-driven decision-making, technology, and leadership, Kate brings a wealth of insights that are invaluable for today's business leaders.Throughout her impressive career, Kate has spearheaded initiatives to harness the power of data and analytics to drive innovation and achieve strategic objectives. Join us as we delve into her journey, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that have...
2024-03-1338 min
Data RevolutionYarning about data visualization - Quinn Dombrowski - S2.1This time my guest is the intriguing Quinn Dombrowski, whom I have been keeping an eye on via social media for ages due to their Textile Makerspace project and general all-round niceness and humanity. We had a fascinating chat about some non-traditional approaches to data visualisation. You can even study data visualization with Quinn at Stanford.
2024-02-1028 min
Data RevolutionRay Fleming - Education, Data, and Generative AI: the future 1.17This time my guest is an old friend, Ray Fleming from InnovateGPT, who is co-host of the AI in Education podcast. And this a joint podcast where we had a chat about the future of education in the age of AI.
2024-02-0135 min
AI in Education PodcastEducation, Data, and Generative AI - A Futurist Perspective with Kate Carruthers The podcast was a special dual-production episode between the AI and Education podcast, and the Data Revolution podcast, welcoming Ray Fleming and Kate Carruthers as the guests. The conversation centred around the transformation of the traditional data systems in education to incorporating AI. Kate Carruthers, the Chief Data and Insights Officer at the University of New South Wales, and Head of Business Intelligence for the UNSW AI Institute, discussed the use of data in the business and research-related aspects of higher education. On the other hand, Fleming, the Chief Education Officer at InnovateGPT, elaborated on the growth and potential...
2024-01-1838 min
Data RevolutionData needs good management - Mark Nicholls - Episode 16This time my guest is Mark Nicholls. He is CEO of the Information Professionals Group , who help businesses to leverage digital technology to achieve their business objectives. We had an excellent chat about all of the IT good practices that still need to be done to ensure that good clean data can drive our business processes.A bit about Mark:“With experience across almost every industry, Mark Nicholls brings more than 30 years of accumulated knowledge to each and every project, leading technology transformation within organisations across Australia. A member of the Australian Information Industry Association Bo...
2023-12-1924 min
Data RevolutionData in manufacturing - Adam Sharman - Episode 15My guest this time is Adam Sharman from data consultants to the manufacturing sector https://dsifer.com/ - who “combine extensive experience in manufacturing, primary and food processing with world leading data analysis to help business leaders embrace the future of productivity”.We had an excellent chat about the uses of data in manufacturing businesses and, as so often, we came back to the secret sauce really being change management and understanding that at the end of the day data is about people.https://datarevolution.tech/2023/11/21/adam-sharman/
2023-11-2123 min
Data RevolutionProf. Catherine Flick - Ethics and data in games 1.14My guest for this episode is the charming and erudite Catherine Flick, who is an ethics researcher (and newly minted Professor) working with the Digital Observatory Research Cluster. We have been friends on social media for ages, most recently on the dear departed Pebble, and this was our first chance to chat.We had a fascinating discussion about her research findings using access to a unique and large gaming dataset.https://datarevolution.tech/2023/11/08/catherine-flick/
2023-11-0829 min
Data RevolutionDr Linda McIver - Raising Heretics 1.13This time my guest is the remarkable Dr Linda McIver, who is the CEO of the Australian Data Science Education Institute.We had a wide-ranging chat about the importance of educating the rising generation to make sense of data in the in the modern world. And, even though we did not talk explicitly about her book, Raising Heretics: Teaching Kids to Change the World , it really underpinned our conversation.
2023-10-1424 min
Data RevolutionIdentity is all about data – Steve Wilson – Episode 12My guest for this episode is Steve Wilson from Lockstep. He is my go-to human for all things relating to identity. As we were contemplating this episode we started talking about identity (which might not actually be the best word for it) and then Steve said “identity is all about data” and that is where our discussion started.Steve Wilson“Steve is a researcher, innovator and analyst in data protection. He has been a lead digital identity adviser to the governments of Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Macau, New Zealand, and Singapore, and has been awarde...
2023-09-2435 min
Data RevolutionSteve Wilson - Identity is all about data 1.12My guest for this episode is Steve Wilson from Lockstep. He is my go-to human for all things relating to identity. As we were contemplating this episode we started talking about identity (which might not actually be the best word for it) and then Steve said “identity is all about data” and that is where our discussion started.Steve Wilson“Steve is a researcher, innovator and analyst in data protection. He has been a lead digital identity adviser to the governments of Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Macau, New Zealand, and Singapore, and has been awarde...
2023-09-2435 min
Data RevolutionIdentity is all about data - Steve Wilson - Episode 12My guest for this episode is Steve Wilson from Lockstep. He is my go-to human for all things relating to identity. As we were contemplating this episode we started talking about identity (which might not actually be the best word for it) and then Steve said "identity is all about data" and that is where our discussion started."Steve is a researcher, innovator and analyst in data protection. He has been a lead digital identity adviser to the governments of Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Macau, New Zealand, and Singapore, and has been awarded 10 patents. In 2018, he was
2023-09-1935 minData RevolutionIdentity is all about data - Steve Wilson - Episode 12My guest for this episode is Steve Wilson from Lockstep. He is my go-to human for all things relating to identity. As we were contemplating this episode we started talking about identity (which might not actually be the best word for it) and then Steve said "identity is all about data" and that is where our discussion started."Steve is a researcher, innovator and analyst in data protection. He has been a lead digital identity adviser to the governments of Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Macau, New Zealand, and Singapore, and has been awarded 10 patents. In 2018, he was
2023-09-1935 minData RevolutionA rambling chat - Kobi Leins - Episode 11To be fair it has been a hellish month at work so I decided to do a low key chat with a mate because I’m tired. This time my guest is Kobi Leins. “Dr Kobi Leins (GAICD) is a global expert in AI, international law and governance. Leins provides strategic advice on selection, implementation and operation of technologies to drive business edge; creates systems for organisational and delegation of ownership for complex systems and data; and uses international benchmarking to analyse opportunities and risks in face of rapidly changing legal and governance landscapes and data...
2023-09-0130 min
Data RevolutionA rambling chat - Kobi Leins - 1.11To be fair it has been a hellish month at work so I decided to do a low key chat with a mate because I’m tired. This time my guest is Kobi Leins.Dr Kobi Leins (GAICD) is a global expert in AI, international law and governance. Leins provides strategic advice on selection, implementation and operation of technologies to drive business edge; creates systems for organisational and delegation of ownership for complex systems and data; and uses international benchmarking to analyse opportunities and risks in face of rapidly changing legal and governance landscapes and data literacy an...
2023-09-0130 minData RevolutionTaming AI - Peter Leonard - Episode 10In this episode my guest is Peter Leonard. He is a guru in the legal data and tech space and one of my primary go-to people when I am thinking about data governance, data sharing, regulation, and AI ethics. Today we are talking about some of the issues that folks are going to need to think about as we all wing our way into the AI era. Episode information links: Five Safes Framework UNSW Data GovernanceDouble Violin Concerto 1st Movement - J.S. Bach © Ka...
2023-08-1119 min
Data RevolutionTaming AI - Peter Leonard - Episode 10In this episode my guest is Peter Leonard. He is a guru in the legal data and tech space and one of my primary go-to people when I am thinking about data governance, data sharing, regulation, and AI ethics. Today we are talking about some of the issues that folks are going to need to think about as we all wing our way into the AI era. Episode information links: Five Safes Framework UNSW Data GovernanceThanks for listening! You can find more episodes at datarevolution.tech© Kate Carruthers – Data Revolution Podcast 2023 https://datarevolution.tech/
2023-08-1119 minData RevolutionBi-Modal Data Analytics - Khaled Auf - Episode 9My guest today is Khaled Auf, and we will be talking about the benefits of a bi-modal approach to delivering Analytics, BI and Data Science . We also touch on tri-modal approaches (and even coin the very innovative quad-modal approach).I have known Khaled for years and we have often chatted about the next big thing in data. And nowadays the new big thing is AI and it is important to get your data architecture right so that we can support AI operations at scale.Khaled has worked extensively on corporate data strategies having established over 20 d...
2023-07-2624 min
Data RevolutionBi-Modal Data and Analytics - Khaled Auf 1.9 My guest today is Khaled Auf, and we will be talking about the benefits of a bi-modal approach to delivering Analytics, BI and Data Science . We also touch on tri-modal approaches (and even coin the very innovative quad-modal approach 🤣). I have known Khaled for years and we have often chatted about the next big thing in data. Nowadays the next big thing is AI and it is important to get your data architecture right so that we can support AI operations at scale. Khaled Auf has worked extensively on corporate data strategies having established over 20 data estate strategies across Edu...
2023-07-2624 min
Data RevolutionExplainable AI - Fiona Tweedie - Episode 8This time my guest is Fiona Tweedie. She has been thinking about the need for explainable AI for a long time. We had a fascinating chat on why this is important, why we should care about AI being explainable, some of the risks associated with AI not being explainable. Fiona Tweedie fell in love with the transformative power of data when working on the Australian Government’s Principles on Open Public Sector Information and has held numerous roles analysing, governing and wrangling data in the years since. She has worked on embedding ethical approaches to data in commercial and re...
2023-07-0625 minData RevolutionExplainable AI - Fiona Tweedie - Episode 8 This time my guest is Fiona Tweedie. She has been thinking about the need for explainable AI for a long time. We had a fascinating chat on why this is important, why we should care about AI being explainable, some of the risks associated with AI not being explainable. Fiona Tweedie fell in love with the transformative power of data when working on the Australian Government’s Principles on Open Public Sector Information and has held numerous roles analysing, governing and wrangling data in the years since. She has worked on embedding ethical approaches to data in com...
2023-07-0625 min
Data RevolutionIt's about people - Gladwin Mendez - Episode 7 For this episode of the Data Revolution podcast my guest is Gladwin Mendez. Today we are going to be talking about the important other things that data and technology need to work - people and process. Gladwin is passionate about making a difference to the world through data and relishes the opportunity to expand that to the wider global stage. He is Chief Customer and Analytics Officer at Simply AI. Gladwin has more than 15 years’ experience in technology, data and analytics. He has worked across New Zealand’s large financial services and insurance organizations, as well...
2023-06-2923 minData RevolutionIt's about people - Gladwin Mendez - Episode 7 For this episode of the Data Revolution podcast my guest is Gladwin Mendez. Today we are going to be talking about the important other things that data and technology need to work - people and process. Gladwin is passionate about making a difference to the world through data and relishes the opportunity to expand that to the wider global stage. He is Chief Customer and Analytics Officer at Simply AI. Gladwin has more than 15 years’ experience in technology, data and analytics. He has worked across New Zealand’s large financial services and insurance organizations, as well as...
2023-06-2923 min
Data RevolutionNew roles for Data and AI - Episode 6Everyone seems to be running around trying to work out what the new surge in AI that is driven largely by the growth in generative AI. And so many people are being all doom and gloom about how AI will kill us all, and others saying we will all lose our jobs.And today I will discuss how we will need to look at how our data teams work and the new roles we will need to consider to support AI operations at scale.Links to stuff I talk about in the podcast...
2023-06-2016 minData RevolutionNew roles for Data and AI - Episode 6Everyone seems to be running around trying to work out what the new surge in AI that is driven largely by the growth in generative AI. And so many people are being all doom and gloom about how AI will kill us all, and others saying we will all lose our jobs.And today I will discuss how we will need to look at how our data teams work and the new roles we will need to consider to support AI operations at scale.Links to stuff I talk about in the podcast
2023-06-2016 minData RevolutionFelipe Flores - New Data Leaders, Episode 5For this episode I am joined by a well-known data leader - Felipe Flores - who is talking about things you need to do as a data leader when you start a new role.Felipe is a data science senior executive with almost 20 years experience. He has worked across data engineering/warehousing, reporting, business intelligence, analytics, data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence. He is currently the CDAO at Healthcare AI company, and is the founder of Data Futurology. Data Futurology is one of my go-to places for data podcasts and events and is worth c...
2023-06-1525 min
Data RevolutionFelipe Flores - New Data Leaders 1.5For this episode I am joined by a well-known data leader - Felipe Flores - who is talking about things you need to do as a data leader when you start a new role.Felipe is a data science senior executive with almost 20 years experience. He has worked across data engineering/warehousing, reporting, business intelligence, analytics, data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence. He is currently the CDAO at Healthcare AI company, and is the founder of Data Futurology.Data Futurology is one of my go-to places for data podcasts and events and is worth...
2023-06-1525 minData RevolutionAbout Data Protection - Episode 4Thinking about data protection.Transcript available here ENISA threat landscape: https://www.enisa.europa.eu/topics/cyber-threats/threats-and-trendsNIST Cyber Security Framework: https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework © Kate Carruthers – Data Revolution Podcast 2023https://datarevolution.tech/
2023-06-0825 min
Data RevolutionAbout Data Protection 1.4Thinking about data protection. Transcript available here ENISA threat landscape: https://www.enisa.europa.eu/topics/cyber-threats/threats-and-trends NIST Cyber Security Framework: https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework Thanks for listening! You can find more episodes at datarevolution.tech© Kate Carruthers – Data Revolution Podcast 2023 https://datarevolution.tech/
2023-06-0823 min
Data RevolutionMark Pesce talking AI - Episode 3In this episode I am having a chat with Mark Pesce - well known futurist, inventor, author, educator and broadcaster - about artificial intelligence (AI). We talk about how fast AI is moving, in weeks and days not months or years anymore. And we also talk about some of the scary stuff and how this technology does not have agency (yet), and about how it will change the ways that we all work. Mark also talks about how there are some amazing developments in the open source space in AI, and shares his vision for a future where AI...
2023-06-0124 minData RevolutionMark Pesce talking AI - Episode 3In this episode I am having a chat with Mark Pesce - well known futurist, inventor, author, educator and broadcaster - about artificial intelligence (AI). We talk about how fast AI is moving, in weeks and days not months or years anymore. And we also talk about some of the scary stuff and how this technology does not have agency (yet), and about how it will change the ways that we all work. Mark also talks about how there are some amazing developments in the open source space in AI, and shares his vision for a future where AI...
2023-06-0124 min
Data RevolutionData governance and why it is important - Kate Carruthers 1.2In this episode of the Data Revolution podcast, Kate Carruthers delves into the critical topic of data governance, emphasizing its importance in managing data as an asset. She discusses the complexities of the current data landscape, the necessity of robust data governance frameworks, and the collaborative efforts required to ensure data security and compliance. The conversation highlights the challenges posed by the proliferation of data and the need for organizations to adopt effective data management practices to mitigate risks and enhance decision-making.TakeawaysData governance is essential for effective information management.Understanding data as an asset...
2023-05-2717 minData RevolutionData governance and why it is importantIn this episode Kate talks about why data governance is important and the features of a good data governance program. With a slight digression on why data is not the new oil and the problem with data. © Kate Carruthers – Data Revolution Podcast 2023https://datarevolution.tech/
2023-05-2716 min
Data RevolutionWelcome to the Data Revolution Podcast - Kate Carruthers 1.1In this episode Kate Carruthers covers her personal journey into the world of data and gives an overview of some key concepts for future episodes of the Data Revolution podcast.The picture on this episode is a waratah from one of my bushwalks.Thanks for listening! You can find more episodes at datarevolution.tech© Kate Carruthers – Data Revolution Podcast 2023 https://datarevolution.tech/
2023-05-2014 minData RevolutionWelcome to the Podcast Episode 1In this episode Kate covers her personal journey into the world of data and gives an overview of some key concepts for future episodes. © Kate Carruthers – Data Revolution Podcast 2023https://datarevolution.tech/
2023-05-2014 min
SHEcorporated One Step EmpireBreak the chains from your desk, and build a life of freedom "Out of office"!Have you ever thought about just ditching it all and travelling the world instead? Life on the road, instead of chained to your desk answering emails and struggling with social media?I know I have ☺But how about travelling the world WHILE building your business?Wait – is that even an option?Kate is proof that it is and whether your ideal life includes travelling the world, or just getting away from your desk more, and e...
2023-01-0430 min
Conversations with Annie & KateVan Badham - award winning theatremaker, writer, and activistIn this episode our guest is Van Badham - we had a fascinating discussion about her theatrical career, adventures in London, her travels, and her evolution as a person.
2022-02-111h 01
Conversations with Annie & KateOlympia Yarger - entrepreneur, insect farmer, and innovatorAnnie and I had a fascinating chat with Olympia Yarger, it included fly sex, working in a male dominated industry, her lifelong dream to be a farmer, and the need to smash the patriarchy. You can find out more about Olympia at Goterra (https://goterra.com.au/).XUljHP54o1sICh9TYgvS
2021-10-2450 min
Conversations with Annie & KateElaine Stead - scientist, entrepreneur, and venture capitalistThis time our guest is the smart and lovely Elaine Stead - scientist, entrepreneur, and venture capitalist.BIOElaine Stead is a venture capital investor based in Adelaide. Her investment track record extends to over 80 startups across Australia, the United States and South East Asia. She has also invested in many of the best.Elaine Has been a scientist, turned entrepreneur, turned venture capitalist, and never quite shed any of these roles.Across over two decades in the innovation sector, Elaine has been a serial entrepreneur, founding medtech company Reproductive Health Science and...
2021-10-0351 min
Conversations with Annie & KateDr Linda McIver: passionate STEM educator and authorThis time our guest is Dr Linda McIver, a passionate STEM educator and founder of the Australian Data Science Education Institute. We had a great chat about what inspired her to setup her business, what drives her, and how the friendship of women has created an amazing support network. More at https://adsei.org/
2021-08-1239 min
Something You Should KnowThe Fascinating Chemistry of Everyday Life & What Does it Mean to Be Alive?When you order something online, do you then track the package to see where it is and when it is coming? This episode begins with the results of a survey about how people track their orders and why and how they hate it when a package is late. https://blog.4over.com/delivery-tracking-consumers-statisticsDo you know how soap and moisturizers work? Do you know how caffeine keeps you awake? It’s all chemistry! Everything you do and everywhere you go there is a lot of fascinating chemistry going on and here to explain it is chemist Kate Bi...
2021-07-0852 min
Conversations with Annie & KateJamie Klingler: publisher, event organiser, and activistJamie Klingler is a force of nature. Passionate and full of energy, with a current focus on the Reclaim these Streets (https://reclaimthesestreets.com/) movement in the UK.Annie and I had a fascinating chat with Jamie, covering areas from her new business, the experience of covid lockdowns, to changing one's life and habits and the challenges with family and friends when you do change.
2021-06-1841 min
Conversations with Annie & KatePip Stocks: startup founder and marketing guruThis time our guest is the charming Pip Stocks. She is a startup founder and marketing guru. We had a fascinating chat about starting new businesses, the importance of choosing the a good life partner, and the challenges of covid. Another great guest!
2021-05-2141 min
Conversations with Annie & KateKerry Chikarovski: leader and mentorTonight’s guest is Kerry Chikarovski. She is a leader, a mentor, and is passionate about helping people – as Annie said “she is a total badass woman!”.Kerry is the first woman to lead a major political party in NSW (she was someone who provided women of my generation an example of a female leader). We had a frank discussion about leadership, how trying is important, and Kerry shared some great advice on giving things a go.
2021-05-1939 min
Conversations with Annie & KateAnna Fifield - award-winning journalist, author, and editorThis time our guest is the remarkable Anna Fifield - award-winning journalist, author, and editor. We had a wide-ranging conversation about life as a foreign correspondent, the challenges of writing a book about Kim Jong-un at 3.30 am in the mornings as well as doing her day job, and coming home to New Zealand as editor of the Wellington newspaper The Dominion Post.
2021-05-0541 min
Conversations with Annie & KateTracey Spicer – award winning author, journalist, and trainerOur guest this time is the remarkable Tracey Spicer - award winning author, journalist and broadcaster. We talked about how it was necessary to pivot to survive during covid, baking sourdough bread, and the importance of AI and ethics.
2021-04-2939 min
Conversations with Annie & KateJane Gilmore - freelance journalist, author, and feministThis time our guest is the remarkable Jane Gilmore. She is the fearless fixer of headlines, corrector of bad headlines about violence against women. Jane is also a thoughtful writer of pieces on politics, popular culture, and feminism. We had a intriguing chat about what not to do for self-care (protip: choccies and wine in excess), if 16 year olds should have a voice in parliament, and what keeps her fighting the good fight."Jane Gilmore was the founding editor of The King’s Tribune. She has a Master of Journalism from the University of Melbourne and is now a fr...
2021-04-1937 min
Conversations with Annie & KateYvonne Adele - technologist, public speaker and authorAnnie Parker and Kate Carruthers chatting with interesting women over a drink. This time our guest is the amazing Yvonne Adele, who came to prominence as the media personality Ms Megabyte, and she has built a career on communicating about technology. Yvonne is Australia's first lifestyle technology personality and is a technologist, public speaker, and author. Annie and I had a fascinating chat with her that ranged from starting a business to the importance of becoming your more authentic self.Yvonne has also recently diversified into dress design with her new label Yvonne Adele Studio - which has...
2021-04-1841 min
Conversations with Annie & KatePia Andrews - open source ninja and award winning public service leaderThis time our guest is the open source ninja and dynamic public service leader Pia Andrews. Annie and I had a fascinating chat with Pia. We discussed the challenges of remote working in the time of covid, how she undertakes servant leadership to build her teams, and about her hope for the future of public service and the delivery of joined up government services for citizens.I am often inspired when chatting with Pia - her optimism for the future gives me hope that there are practical steps we can take to build a better future for all...
2021-03-2945 min
Conversations with Annie & KateJane Caro - feminist, public school advocate, & writerAnnie Parker and Kate Carruthers chatting with interesting women over a drink. This time our guest is the delightfully feisty and articulate Jane Caro, adn we had a fascinating discussion that ranged across issues from how to be your authentic self to why women should not burn it all down.https://womenswork.me/http://wallmedia.com.au/jane-caro/
2021-03-2351 min
Conversations with Annie & KateErin Riley - communicator, PhD researcher, community activist, and mumThis time our guest is someone I've known for years via a group of policy wonks who used to meetup in Sydney pubs. Erin Riley is a communicator, PhD researcher, community activist, and mum. She shared with us some insights into her life as a carer, PhD researcher, small business owner, and a mother. Another interesting chat, enjoy.http://erinriley.com.au/
2021-03-2040 min
Conversations with Annie & KateHelena Dix - Maker of melodic noises, Aussie diva, & quarantine queenOn this episode we had a chat with Australian opera singer Helena Dix while she and Annie are in the same COVID quarantine hotel in Sydney. Helena shared some fascinating insights into the early years of her career, and how she recovered from a life threatening case of COVID assisted by her knowledge and understanding of breathing techniques.https://helenadix.com/
2021-03-1340 min
Conversations with Annie & KateDr Amy Coopes: hack-turned-quack - doctor, journalist, parentOur guest this time is Dr Amy Coopes - journalist, writer and editor at Croakey News, a social journalism collective for health, and a junior doctor with the Victorian Rural Generalist Program. She is a recently graduated medical student at the University of New South Wales and a John Flynn scholar, now . She left full-time journalism to pursue a career in medicine, after a decade in news reporting including five years as Australia correspondent for Agence France-Presse. Amy is an editor at Croakey and continues to freelance for publications including The BMJ, Eureka Street, Crikey and Fairfax.
2021-02-1149 min
Conversations with Annie & KateKim Crawley – Cybersecurity writer and autistic advocateOur guest today is Kim Crawley, who got her start in cybersecurity via an interest in malware. She shared about her career journey, and about her experiences as a neurodivergent person who is also a self-advocate for the autism community (check out the hashtag #ActuallyAutistic) . She also shares some good tips for staying safe online.
2021-02-0642 min
Conversations with Annie & KateLynn Dang – developer of people, diversity champion, supporter of refugeesOur guest this time is Lynn Dang - she is focused on making a difference by shifting the dial on diversity in the workplace and on helping refugees. She had a challenging start as a refugee after the Vietnam War, got a start in technology, and now has an amazing career that enables her to improve diversity at work.One thing stuck with me from this chat - Lynn told us that she never really talked about her childhood experience because there was nobody else talking about this. Perhaps it is time we made it ok to be...
2021-01-2141 min
The Analytics ShowE35 - Kate Carruthers - Why Data Governance Is the Cornerstone for Data and AnalyticsTechnologist, marketer, entrepreneur, educator, blogger, & many more.
It’s Kate Carruthers we are talking about. The power woman who wears many powerful hats with ease & expertise.
Kate is Chief Data & Insights Officer for UNSW Sydney & is also an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in the School of Computer Science & Engineering at the university.
She has recently been named in the CDO Magazine’s 2020 List of Global Data Power Women & was included among the Global Top 100 Data Visionaries.
In this episode, Kate sheds light on multiple important aspects related to data governance & adoption of tech...
2020-11-1530 min
Conversations with Annie & KateIsabelle Kingsley - researcher, educator and science communicatorThis time on Conversations with Annie & Kate our guest is Isabelle Kingsley. She is passionate about science communication and education. Isabelle started out as a high school science teacher but later switched gears and worked as a science communicator and educator.https://womenswork.me/https://www.isabellekingsley.com/
2020-10-3035 min
Conversations with Annie & KateDr Desirée Kozlowski - researcher on pleasure and human resilienceThis time on Conversations with Annie & Kate our guest is Dr Desirée Kozlowski. She has done some fascinating research on the importance of emotional intelligence in clinical settings, and on gender roles, and she also teaches undergraduate psychology in Southern Cross University.We had a wide ranging discussion that included how to find your happy place, and the importance of understanding what grounds you. With added nerdy t-shirts!
2020-10-2340 min
Conversations with Annie & KateMichelle Duval - Life Coach, Author, Serial EntrepreneurMichelle Duval is the founder and CEO of Fingerprint for Success - a startup that has done research into "statistically significant differences between the attitudes of successful entrepreneurs and business owners, and the rest of the working population". Michelle wanted to use these insights to help entrepreneurs and business owners to succeed.We had a fascinating discussion that included how one can stretch and build new capabilities to achieve interesting things.
2020-10-0938 min
Conversations with Annie & KateJoan Westenberg – award winning PR director, writer, creative, and trans inclusion advocateAnnie Parker and Kate Carruthers chatting with interesting women over a drink. This time our guest is Joan Westenberg – award winning Australian PR director, contemporary writer, and creative. Joan is also a staunch advocate for trans inclusion and runs a site called Transgender Inclusion that provides an open source tech focused transgender inclusion policy. We had a great discussion about evolving into an integrated human and overcoming life's challenges to become who you were truly meant to become.More info:https://www.transgenderinclusion.com/https://womenswork.me/
2020-09-1135 min
Conversations with Annie & KateDr Gemma Carey - academic, researcher, and authorAnnie Parker and Kate Carruthers chatting with interesting women over a drink. This time our guest is Dr Gemma Carey. She is a researcher, academic, and author. We had a fascinating discussion with Gemma about how lives are messy and complex, and how to find a way through.More info https://womenswork.me/Her new book info is here: https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/other-books/No-Matter-Our-Wreckage-Gemma-Carey-9781760877675
2020-09-0736 min
The CollabTalk PodcastMVPbuzzChat Episode 105 with Kate CarruthersEpisode 105 of the #MVPbuzzChat series. Conversation between Microsoft Regional Director and MVP Christian Buckley (@buckleyplanet), Founder & CEO of CollabTalk LLC, and Microsoft Regional Director Kate Carruthers (@kcarruthers), Chief Data & Insights Officer for the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia, and an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in the School of Computer Science & Engineering. Additionally, Kate is a Certified Information Security Manager, and the co-host of the podcast Conversations with Annie & Kate. Recorded in August 2020.
In this episode, Kate and I discuss her path in data science and cybersecurity, and the growing importance of data analysis and insights within the education sec...
2020-09-0743 min
Conversations with Annie & KateAnna Spargo Ryan - working writer, editor, and prize-winning published authorThis time on Conversations with Annie & Kate our guest is Anna Spargo Ryan. Anna is a working writer, editor, and a prize-winning published author. She was also a digital marketer who worked on iconic Aussie TV show Neighbours and for the Formula One. We had a fascinating chat with Anna - in particular about her journey to calling herself a writer.
2020-08-3146 min
Conversations with Annie & KatePip Marlow, CEO, advocate for equity & inclusion for allIn this epsiode Annie & Kate talk to Pip Marlow - CEO, mother of warrior daughters, advocate for equity & inclusion for all, and making her dad proud every day.
2020-08-1750 min
Conversations with Annie & KateDr Devora Lieberman - fertility expert & menopause myth busterOur guest for this episode is Dr Devora Lieberman, fertility expert & menopause myth buster. She is passionate about women’s health, is an acknowledged fertility specialist, and often writes and speaks about fertility-related issues to professional as well as consumer audiences. We have a frank discussion about menopause.More info at https://womenswork.me/Here are some of the sites Devora mentioned in the podcast:https://www.menopause.org.au/https://www.endometriosisaustralia.org/https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/ Jean Hailes offers advice and support for many conditions, including PCOS.
2020-08-1044 min
Conversations with Annie & KateAnnalie Killian - innovator, changemaker, & Zoom networking guruThis time our guest is Annalie Killian - once a catalyst for magic at a large financial services organisation she is an active innovator, connector of interesting people, and change-maker. Annalie has also worked out how to network using Zoom!
2020-08-0348 min
Conversations with Annie & KateDamana Madden - Geek diva, software engineer, and wearer of cool headphonesFor this episode of the Conversations with Annie & Kate we had another fascinating chat, this time with Damana Madden. Apart from having the coolest headphones, Damana has diverse experience working across many industries as a software engineer, and has some strongly held opinions.Damana Madden is a Software Development Manager at Amazon and an all 'round kickass Geek Diva.Damana is in her twenty-third year working as a software engineer. She resides in Seattle, Washington and works for Amazon in the Amazon Publishing organisation. She manages software engineering teams who build high availability large scalable systems.
2020-07-2340 min
Conversations with Annie & KateDr Emma Beckett - food scientist, wearer of excellent dresses with pocketsOur next podcast guest is Dr Emma Beckett, food expert, science communicator, and wearer of excellent dresses with pockets - Annie & I had a fascinating chat with her.Dr Emma Beckett is a food and nutrition scientist and lecturer at the University of Newcastle Central Coast. She researches why we all respond differently to foods. Emma is also a passionate science communicator, focusing on empowering the public to interpret nutrition research. She appears regularly in print, online, on radio and television. She aims to empower people to make more informed choices about food, without fear or judgement. She...
2020-07-1035 min
Conversations with Annie & KateCarol Duncan - Councillor, Novacastrian & former ABC radio personalityThis is the first episode of new a podcast – hosted by Annie Parker and Kate Carruthers. The podcast is called Conversations with Annie & Kate. We were warned not to do this during a pandemic, but thought what the heck.So the premise of the show is simple, we find an interesting women and talk to her over a drink. We try not to ask the usual questions. And we try to have an interesting chat.Here is episode 1 – Carol Duncan she is a long time friend, Novacastrian and former radio personality. Enjoy 🙂
2020-06-1929 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeKate Carruthers is honored as 2017 Island Treasure (ARTS-013)Listen in on Kate Carruthers' fascinating conversation with BCB host Channie Peters. You'll hear about Kate’s love for theatre, which has been a strong thread throughout her life, even during her very successful career as an attorney and Bainbridge Island's municipal judge. Theatre has been Kate’s first love since her first high school play and her years majoring in theatre in college. Her intention to continue theatre arts in graduate school was sidetracked by the need to embark on a career that would support herself and two young daughters. She describes her choice of a legal...
2017-02-0924 min