ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗
Hosted by CTOs Josh Nesbitt and James Hall, Off Script brings you unfiltered conversations about the highs, lows, and lessons of working in tech today. From leading engineering teams and scaling companies, to tackling burnout, bad bets, and breakthrough ideas, this is the show where raw honesty meets experience. Alongside one-on-one conversations between Josh and James, you’ll hear from leaders, builders, designers, and entrepreneurs who aren’t afraid to share what’s really going on behind the scenes — the conversations usually left for DMs, side chats, and after-hours drinks. Whether you’re building your first product or leading a fast-growing team, Off Script gives you a raw and refreshing perspective on the challenges and creativity that shape modern tech. New episodes every few weeks. Subscribe and join the conversation.
Update frequency:
monthly
Average audio length:
36 minutes
Guest interviews
English
United Kingdom
64 episodes
since Dec. 9, 2019
episodic
explicit content
LATEST EPISODE 🔗
In this episode, Josh and James explore the nuances of authenticity in online and workplace environments, discussing how to show up genuinely amidst social media pressures, AI influences, and leadership challenges. Featuring Elysha Paige, a recruiter sharing her journey and insights on personal bra…
PREVIOUS EPISODES 🔗
In this episode, Keely Crockett discusses the responsible use of AI, its challenges, and how organizations can implement ethical AI practices. We explore AI governance, human-AI teaming, and the importance of inclusive design in AI deployment.
Responsible AI and regulation
AI governance and ac…
In this episode, Josh and James explore the rising costs of AI, strategies for managing AI spend, model selection, token optimization, and controlling AI infrastructure costs. They share practical tips and insights for organizations looking to optimize their AI investments.
AI spend and cost ma…
In this episode of Off Script, James, Josh, and guest Jon Milsom explore the rapid advancements in AI as a tool to refactor codebases, and how teams are leveraging AI to innovate, solve problems, and improve processes across industries.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to AI in Tech Consulting
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Most businesses underestimate how quickly AI is transforming every industry, and those who don’t adapt risk falling behind. In this episode, Tim Lewis, CTO of innovative AI consultancy Zygens, shares how organizations can harness agentic AI to unlock rapid, low-risk value that scales.
Discover ho…
In this episode of Off Script, Josh, James, and Tom discuss the importance of innovation in Leeds and the broader UK, emphasizing the need for representation and funding for technology outside of London, triggered by an article Tom wrote titled "National purpose on AI". Tom shares insights on the h…
In this episode of Off Script, hosts Josh and James delve into the contentious topic of whether AI is destroying open source software. They discuss the recent layoffs at Tailwind, a popular open-source project, and how AI's ability to generate code from existing libraries is impacting the sustainab…
In this episode, Josh and James discuss the challenges of balancing family life with demanding leadership roles. They share personal experiences of parenthood, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need for a supportive work culture that accommodates family responsibilities. Their conversat…
In this conversation, James and Josh discuss the transition from prototype apps to production-ready products, emphasising the challenges and opportunities presented by vibe coding. They explore the implications of new coding tools, the importance of version control, and the need for security measur…
In this episode, James and Josh discuss the troubling nature of paid awards in the tech industry. They explore how these awards often prioritize profit over genuine recognition, leading to feelings of exploitation among nominees. Thier conversation delves into the implications of such practices on …
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