Agile Uprising Podcast
326 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsThe is the Agile Uprising Podcast. Agile Uprising is a purpose-built network that focuses on the advancement of the agile mindset and global professional networking between leading agilists. We will remain agnostic of certifying bodies and focus purely on the advancement of the agile craft. Our network will evolve over time, and at the core our online community will remain free to join - forever. We will leverage both traditional and emerging communication and collaboration channels to explore various topics of interest with a direct focus on removing external influences from sponsors, partners and other organizations.
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What is the deal with Change Management?
April 14, 2024 16:00 - 35 minutes - 25.7 MBThis week we sit down for an unscripted conversation around "change management." Why is the first excuse when a change fails "we need more/better/gooder change management!"? Why isn't everyone responsible for managing change? And also, isn't this just good communications and transparency? Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the ar...
Project Lifecycles with Johanna Rothman
April 07, 2024 16:00 - 43 minutes - 28.9 MBThis week we sit down with frequent guest Johanna Rothman to discuss her newest book, project lifecycles...does it matter what method you use, project or product? Isn't the goal to deliver value? Tune in as we discuss how to pick your value delivery methodology, in service of "what risks are we willing to swallow?" Cheers! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find ...
Seven Deadly Sins of Agile - Episode VI - Envy
March 31, 2024 17:39 - 46 minutes - 33.9 MBJoin us this week as we unpack...ENVY. How does this sin relate to our roles as coaches, our worlds in the enterprise...do we really want what we think we want, and is it solely because someone else has it? Tune in to find out! Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the artist from who provided us our outro music free-of-charge! I...
Cultivating Agile Excellence: Strategies for Coaching Supervision - A Conversation with Lennie Noiles
March 24, 2024 15:00 - 40 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode of the Agile Uprising podcast, host Andy Cleff chats with guest Lennie Noiles about the importance of coaching and supervision for agile coaches. They explore the idea of coaching supervision, which focuses on helping coaches reflect on their own practices and improve their coaching skills. Lennie emphasizes the need for coaches to have their own coaches and the benefits of group coaching supervision. The Essence of Coaching Supervision: "Supervision is different, where coach...
Seven Deadly Sins of Agile - Episode V: Lust
March 17, 2024 16:00 - 52 minutes - 39.3 MBYou know this is the episode you were waiting for....this week host Sam Hogarth gathers a motley crew into a panel to discuss the concept of lust and how it impacts us in the agile space. Listen in, it's not the conversation you'd typically expect from this cast of characters...enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the artist from wh...
Pseudo-Science, Cultism & Eugenics With Dave Snowden (re-release)
March 10, 2024 16:00 - 56 minutes - 45.5 MBA rebroadcast of a chat hosts Andy Cleff, Ben Au-Yeung, Serge Marten, and Jay Hrcsko had with Dave Snowden about Spiral Dynamics, Integral Theory, and Metamodernism. We explore thru a Boxian lens "All models are wrong, but some are useful." Are these effective tools for organizations to gain new perspectives on themselves? Are there other potentially better ways to journey in complex adaptive systems? Contact Information LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-snowden-2a93b/ Twitter: h...
Expanding Your Horizons (Re-Release)
March 03, 2024 16:00 - 51 minutes - 32.2 MBWe are rereleasing this episode from 2023... how does it hold up? We got together to talk about...STUFF. Specifically, we discussed what we were reading/watching/listening to that had NOTHING to do with "the agile", and how those things had impacted our behaviors, mindsets, how we approached our work as coaches and agents of change. Hopefully things are still relevant... ! Enjoy! BOOKS: PODCASTS: CONTENT: OTHER HONORABLE MENTIONS Trung Phan - Twitter and ...
Wrath, The Fourth Deadly Sin of Agile Transformation
February 25, 2024 16:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBJoin hosts Andrew Leff, Chris Murman, and Andy Cleff in an exploration of wrath and its impact on relationships, both personal and professional. From the subtle nuances of organizational dynamics to the intricacies of managing emotions in the workplace, this episode delves deep into the complexities of wrath and offers strategies for fostering healthier interactions and cultures. Tune in to gain valuable insights into reframing fear, promoting accountability, and cultivating compassion in the...
Punished by Rewards with Alfie Kohn
February 18, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWe often praise others, create intricate rewards programs at work, compensation plans are loaded with performance goals....are all these things counter-productive? Join us this week as Sarah Baca and Jay Hrcsko sit down with the author of the book Punished by Rewards, Alfie Kohn. They discuss how "inside each carrot is a stick", how to properly motivate people, and how to NOT offer praise. Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, ...
The Power of Three: Navigating Uncertainty
February 11, 2024 16:00 - 38 minutes - 20.3 MBExplore the dynamics of leadership through the lens of the power of three in this insightful Agile podcast. Join Tanner Wortham and Andy Cleff as they discuss military parallels, agile principles, and the significance of movement in decision-making. Gain valuable insights into empowerment, balancing maker and manager time, and embracing uncertainty through the Power of Mistakes, the Power of Three, the Power of Uncertainty, and a bonus fourth: The Power of Movement! Video Version: Links ...
Gluttony, The Third Deadly Sin of Agile Transformation
February 04, 2024 18:55 - 51 minutes - 46.5 MBThis Agile Uprising podcast delves into the theme of "Gluttony," exploring the impact of overindulgence and excess in various aspects of work and life. Hosts Chris Murman, Jay Hrcsko, and Andrew Leff engage in a thought-provoking conversation about how gluttonous behaviors can manifest in work habits, personal growth, and relationships. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own tendencies, strike a balance, and consider the positive aspects of self-aware gluttony. Join the host...
Driving Better Results with Gil Broza
January 28, 2024 17:00 - 59 minutes - 43.2 MBThis week we sit down with Gil Broza to discuss his new book, Deliver Better Results. We discuss the importance of systems thinking, the importance of both people and mindset, and Gil's strategies for levelling up your organization, along with how to assess where you are (as a clue to where to start!) Enjoy! Links Listeners can download chapter 1 from: Gil's book: Gil's website: LinkedIn: About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leav...
Scaling Beyond Software with Dave Rush
January 22, 2024 03:34 - 48 minutes - 112 MBIn this episode, Troy Lightfoot sits down with Complex Product Development Specialist Dave Rush. They discuss scaling beyond software using techniques like model-based systems engineering and some popular scaling approaches that need reconsideration in these contexts. Resources Mentioned: (Feel Free To Connect!) About the Agile Uprising : If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of ch...
Sloth in Agile: Navigating Inaction and Cultivating Deliberate Change
January 14, 2024 16:00 - 59 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this episode, the second in a series, the crew explores the sin of "sloth" in the context of agility and organizational dynamics. Chris Murman, Andy Cleff, and Andrew Leff, delve into the negative connotations of sloth as it relates to motivation, communication, and decision-making within teams and organizations. They discuss the impact of silence, the importance of crucial conversations, and the challenge of addressing organizational issues at scale. The conversation evolves into explorin...
Decoding the Scrum Master's Journey: Insights, Challenges, and Growth
January 07, 2024 16:00 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBIn this episode, Sarah Baca, Mike Caddell, Claudia Orozco-Gomez, and Andrew Leff delve into the complexities and often misunderstood role of the Scrum Master. Sharing insights from their experiences, the panel discusses the challenges faced in distinguishing between project managers and Scrum Masters, emphasizing the importance of genuine relationships, navigating conflicts, and being a supportive guide through the corporate jungle. The conversation touches on the evolving role of Agile coach...
Pride, The First Deadly Sin of Agile Transformation
December 31, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBIn the first of an expected series, Chris Murman, Jay Hrcsko, and Andrew Leff explore the deadly sin of pride in agile coaching and transformation. Reflecting on personal experiences, feedback challenges, and the impact of pride on organizational culture, the hosts engage in a candid and humorous conversation. They encourage listeners to embrace self-awareness, seek feedback, and consider the psychological aspects of organizational dynamics. Uncover the nuances of pride in agile coaching for...
Getting Things Done in an Agile World (Re-release)
December 18, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MBRebroadcasting a fav from the archives: Join , and as they discuss Getting Things Done in an Agile World. "Your mind is for having ideas, not holding them." David is the New York Times best-selling author of Getting Things Done - The Art of Stress-free Productivity. Since it was first published almost fifteen years ago, Getting Things Done has become an incredibly influential business book and one of the gotos for personal organization. GTD is now shorthand for a way of approaching professi...
Scaling Simplified with Prateek Singh and Dan Vacanti
December 03, 2023 17:37 - 47 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode, hosts Troy Lightfoot and Andy Cleff sit down with Prateek Singh and Dan Vacanti about the new book "Scaling Simplified ." which can be currently found on Leanpub and Amazon. It challenges many common assumptions about "Scaling Agile" and teaches techniques for simplifying scaling by focusing on flow. Resources Mentioned: About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcastin...
The Importance of Sprint Goals with Maarten Dalmijn
November 26, 2023 17:00 - 51 minutes - 29.9 MBThis week we sit down with Maarten Dalmijn, author of Driving Value with Sprint Goals to discuss the importance of a sprint goal. We start off with the confession that for some practitioners this concept is a bit too "woo", but then we use Maarten's book to peel back the onion and develop greater understanding around how your sprint goal is both a leading and lagging indicator of not only team health, but the health of your organization. Enjoy! Wanna see faces? Here's the videocast: If y...
Agile Uprising 7-Year Anniversary: 2023
November 19, 2023 16:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBThe crew (Jay Hrscko, Brad Stokes, Chris Murman, James Gifford, Andy Cleff, Troy Lightfoot, and Andrew Leff) get together to celebrate seven years of continuous weekly podcasts: 899,245 unique downloads. 380 releases. We reminisce about all the shenanigans we've been up to. We spill the beans on our favorite episodes, spill the tea on memorable moments, and shine a light on a few of the growth spurts we've had – personally and professionally. (Kind of like looking back at our awkward teena...
Rethinking Agile: Small Teams are Better??? w/Troy Lightfoot
November 13, 2023 15:22 - 11 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this episode, host Troy Lightfoot discusses a topic he's been thinking about for a while but has yet to discuss publicly. Are smaller teams REALLY better? Let's talk about it! Feel free to comment and discuss in our Discord! Resources Mentioned: Troy teaches for About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It helps others find us. Many thanks to the artist from w...
Advanced Topics in Metrics and Predictability with Dan Vacanti and Prateek Singh
November 04, 2023 18:09 - 38 minutes - 90 MBIn this episode, host Troy Lightfoot sits down with Dan Vacanti and Prateek Singh about the new book "" which can be currently found on Leanpub. 7 years Later, with the help of Prateek, Dan released the follow-up to his book Actional Agile Metrics for Predictability. It challenges many common assumptions about "Agile" and teaches techniques for understanding variation for process improvement, forecasting, and avoiding common mistakes. It's also a deep dive into flow metrics. Resources Mentio...
FROM THE ARCHIVES - Practice Makes Profit with Graham Scott
October 29, 2023 16:00 - 44 minutes - 33.4 MBFROM THE ARCHIVES: This week we're re-running a fave of ours, a conversation we had with Graham Scott to discuss his book Practice Makes Profit. This book takes a smart and jargon-free look at how to optimize your business using practices like Theory of Constraints and Throughput Accounting. Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the ...
Unpacking Authenticity at Work
October 22, 2023 16:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBThis Agile Uprising podcast episode delves into the complex and often challenging subject of authenticity in the workplace. Andy Cleff, Jay Hrcsko, and Claudia Orozco-Gomez embark on a candid exploration of the fine balance between being one's genuine self and maintaining professionalism within professional contexts. With a blend of personal experiences and thought-provoking discussion, this episode addresses key questions about authenticity at work. The panelist share their own stories and ...
Panel Discussion: Measuring Developer Productivity
October 15, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutes - 28.1 MBThis week host Sam Hogarth convened a panel to discuss the recent McKinsey piece on measuring software developer productivity. It this typical consultant speak, or is there something to be said about this argument? Listen in and find out! Enjoy! Resources referenced in the discussion: Kent’s LinkedIn posts *** If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of c...
How Can Agile Mantras Reshape Your Change Management Game?
October 08, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 88.5 MBJason Little shares 4 mantras that many of us, uh, older agile fellows live by that capture the spirit of what agile is along with how you can adapt them to the wonderful work you're doing as a change agent: YAGNI Last Responsible Moment Firing a Tracer Bullet / “Walking the Dog” Yesterday's Weather Listen in on the discussion with Chris Murman and Andy Cleff, as they explore bringing back the intentions behind the Agile Manifesto. Read More: About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this ...
Where is agile going? with Chris Williams, Badass Agile Podcast
October 01, 2023 16:00 - 53 minutes - 29.7 MBWhere is agile going? As a practice, as a methodology, for us as practitioners? Join us this week as we chat with Chris Williams, host of the Badass Agile Podcast to discuss his last few episodes which center on this topic. Where have we failed? What have we done wrong? How do we "right" the ship? Tune in and find out! Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps ot...
How Does Emotional Intelligence Transform Leadership and Coaching?
September 24, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBIn this @agileuprising episode, Andy Cleff engages in a compelling conversation with Phil Johnson about the critical role of emotional intelligence (EI) in leadership and coaching. They emphasize that leadership transcends titles and is rooted in the ability to inspire trust through actions and results. The discussion explores the art of truthful communication, underscoring the importance of delivering truth with compassion and empathy to earn trust. Furthermore, they delve into the challenge...
How About We Talk About the Rising Tide of Organizational Debt
September 17, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode, Chris Murman, Mike Caddell, and Andy Cleff dive into the idea of "organizational debt." They compare it to technical debt (as well as financial debt) and discuss how it's essential to recognize and tackle inefficiencies, outdated processes, and cultural issues in organizations. They chat about potential signs of this debt, like slow decision-making and lack of role clarity. They stress the need for relevant metrics and creating a culture where people can freely talk about the...
How Can EVM Transform Risk Management in Agile Project Delivery?
September 10, 2023 16:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this @agileuprising panel episode, Prateek Singh @singhpr, Andy Cleff @justsitthere, Ben Rodilitz BenRodilitz, and Colleen Johnson @scrumhive chat about applying #agile thinking to earned value management. #EVM, a project management technique used in measuring performance, progress, and risk, relies on calculations based on detailed and accurate upfront planning. The coexistence of Agile (which is dynamic by design) and EVM requires a tailored approach. Could abandoning deterministic #esti...
Simplicity: Should you do more of doing less?
September 03, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBChris Murman and Andy Cleff have a fireside chat about the principle of simplicity: the art of maximizing the amount of work not done. Should you do more of doing less? Video version: Topics include: Uncover the Truth about Simplicity and Agile The Power of Standardization Simplifying Complex Product Development Eliminating Waste in Methods & Frameworks Boosting Creativity and Collaboration Simplified UX: The Secret Behind Google's Aesthetic and Effective Designs! Unleash...
FROM THE ARCHIVES: What Does "Success" Look Like For An Agile Transformation?
August 28, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 60.6 MBOne of our favorites from the archives: What defines a "successful" agile transformation? Is there a difference between "big T" and "little T" transformations? And what exactly is a capon? Join host Troy Lightfoot as he tries to corral an answer to this and other questions out of Chris Murman, Andrew Leff, and Jay Hrcsko. This one's a bit of a rambler, but it should be fun for you listeners. Enjoy! About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, ...
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Principles as Metrics
August 21, 2023 13:20 - 50 minutes - 58.6 MBFROM THE ARCHIVES: This week we're re-running one of our most popular episosdes, where Troy and Jay discuss how to use the Twelve Agile Principles as metrics for your agile delivery and transformation. Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the artist from who provided us our outro music free-of-charge! If you like what you heard, ...
Recapping Agile 2023 with Sarah, Claudia, and Murman
August 13, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBwas held recently in two locations for the first time ever. The main event was located in Orlando, Florida while a smaller but just as valuable hub was in Edinburgh, Scotland. Board member got together attendees from both locations to discuss their experiences. spoke and attended in Orlando, while attended her very first agile conference ever in Edinburgh. The trio discussed how the logistics worked between the two locations, how the event felt, and what stood out most from the week: Many...
AU Classic!: Flow Metrics w/ Kanban co-creator Dan Vacanti from ProKanban.org
August 06, 2023 13:36 - 48 minutes - 45.2 MBDaniel Vacanti, one of the instrumental founders of Kanban (), chats with hosts and about agile metrics, Little's Law, the one metric that matters most, and the one that doesn't matter at all. Like the work, we are doing? today Books Videos / Websites Contact Twitter: LinkedIn:
Manage Process Over People?
July 30, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 29.1 MBThis week we discuss the recent blog post by David Heinemeier Hansson titled "Manage process before people." While that sounds completely INSANE as a gut reaction...is he onto something? Tune in and find out! Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the artist from who provided us our outro music free-of-charge! If you like what you ...
In Defense Of Winston Royce
July 23, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes - 26.6 MBThis week we continue our deep-dive into the annals of history to discuss another often-maligned paper, Winston Royce's "Managing the Development of Large Software Systems" a.k.a. -"the birthplace of waterfall"...but it is really? How much of what is attributed to Royce is WRONG? And how much did he really get RIGHT that is sadly ignored? Listen in and find out! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platfo...
Monte Carlo: A Matter of Life And Death w/Prateek Singh and Troy Lightfoot from ProKanban.org
July 16, 2023 16:20 - 45 minutes - 106 MBIn this week's episode, Troy Lightfoot and Prateek Singh from ProKanban.org discuss techniques used in other industries used to help people save lives, and money, and even develop artificial intelligence. They cover what can be used in planning for product development to bring more accurate forecasts with a real understanding of risk to help companies make better decisions on a continuous basis. Links: ProKanban.org If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or...
Creative Problem Solving using Framers and Claude Shannon
July 09, 2023 16:00 - 43 minutes - 31.6 MBThis week's episode started out as a discussion of the book Framers by Ken Cukier et al. but then we went off into all sorts of heuristics for approaches to creative problem solving, and we landed with Claude Shannon's hints for Creative Thinking. Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the artist from who provided us our outro music...
In Defense of Taylorism
July 02, 2023 16:00 - 59 minutes - 42.4 MBEvery great man has a great enemy, every great movement a great antagonist. For "agile" that antagonist is typically attributed to Frederick Winslow Taylor, and his book Scientific Management...but SHOULD he be? This week we host a discussion between two people who actually took the time to READ the book, to try and answer the question: "Is the problem Taylorism...or how we're taught to INTERPRET it?" Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments ...
We're All Wrong About Little's Law w/Troy Lightfoot and Andy Cleff
June 25, 2023 16:57 - 43 minutes - 101 MBIn this week's episode, co-hosts Andy Cleff and Troy Lightfoot discuss the misconceptions about Little's law, the differences between what Dr. Little created and what is often taught, and how Little's Law can be useful in practice today by understanding the five underlying assumptions. This episode contains follow-along images which can be found below. If you’d like to join the discussion and share your stories, please jump into the fray at our We at the Agile Uprising are committed to be...
Deliberately Developmental Organizations with Andy Flemming (Re-release)
June 18, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBFrom the archives: Join and as they discuss An Everyone Culture: Deliberately Developmental Organizations. DDO’s create an unusual kind of environment, one that tolerates — even prefers — making one's failures, risks, and weaknesses public so that colleagues can support each other in the process of overcoming them. There's a wonderful congruence with Modern Agile principles: Make People Awesome Make Safety a Prerequisite Experiment & Learn Rapidly Deliver Value Continuously Guest contact ...
Your Prioritization is $*%#! w/ Troy Lightfoot and Jay Hrcsko
June 11, 2023 16:14 - 1 hour - 179 MBIn this week's episode, co-hosts Jay Hrcsko and Troy Lightfoot discuss the fallacies of prioritization and other agile-related practices that need rethinking including the cost of delay, WIP, release planning, forecasting, and more. This episode contains follow-along images which can be found below. If you like this episode and want to attend an upcoming class on these topics, Troy is running a 4-night class about Flow metrics and Forecasting in July which can be . AU Listeners can get 20%...
Applying Research To SAFe Arguments With Chistiaan Verwijs
June 04, 2023 16:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBDiscord members Niklas Kari, Mike Caddell, and Janel Lanza welcome fellow agilist Christiaan Verwijs to discuss his recent article on a data-driven approach to discussing SAFe. It's everyone's favorite framework to bash and blame for the issues in our work, and often the arguments are based on anecdotal evidence. So, when someone decided to do some extensive research on the topic, it got our attention and we wanted to hear more. Verwijs outlined the research method, how the questions were ad...
Seeing Money Clearly with Dan Doiron
May 21, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.1 MBThis week we sit down with Dan Doiron to discuss his new book, Seeing Money Clearly: Using Throughput Accounting to Understand and Manage Knowledge-Work. We discuss the different types of capacities, why buying capacity should always be a last resort, and how common cause variation will be a software team's undoing. Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others fi...
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Promise Theory with Mark Burgess
May 14, 2023 17:27 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBFROM THE ARCHIVES: "I promise..." What if we applied the idea of a promise to engineering, systems design, and how we interact with each other? Join host Jay Hrcsko and special guest-host Jonathan Magen as they sit down early in the morning to chat with the brilliant Mark Burgess, creator of Promise Theory. Make sure you've had your coffee before you listen, this just may change how you interact with everyone!
UNSCRIPTED: Architects? Who needs 'em!
May 07, 2023 16:00 - 56 minutes - 42.9 MBArchitecture....as in "software architecture"....what do these people do? Do they do more harm than good? Have we replaced this need with advances in software engineering? And what about the different types of architects? This week we go all-in on this topic, along with why engineers want to be architects, what the role REALLY entails, and how to use your Enterprise Architect to your advantage. Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on i...
Manifesto co-Author Interview: Jim Highsmith
April 30, 2023 15:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MBOne from the way back machine! This Agile Uprising podcast was hosted in 2017 by Ryan Lockard () and James Gifford () and featured Agile pioneer and Manifesto Co-Author Jim Highsmith ( We’re looking forward to Jim's new book: Learn more Pre-order your copy of today! About the Agile Uprising If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a review, a rating, or leave comments on iTunes, Stitcher or your podcasting platform of choice. It really helps others find us. Much thanks to the artis...
Death of the Product Roadmap? - W/Colleen Johnson CEO of ProKanban.org
April 24, 2023 00:52 - 39 minutes - 91 MBThis week Co-hosts Troy Lightfoot and Chris Murman sit down with special guest Colleen Johnson, CEO of ProKanban.org, and discuss an interesting topic, "Death of the Product Roadmap." Colleen makes a case for moving away from traditional roadmaps to utilizing portfolio Kanban at scale to achieve agility at all levels of an organization. TLDL: The idea of a roadmap is not bad, but the most common forms and uses of roadmaps are speculative, deterministic, and prescriptive. All things that are ...
Talking Agile Advice and Agile 2023 with Chris Li
April 16, 2023 16:00 - 46 minutes - 85 MBReturn guest joins host to discuss the state of conferences today, why they matter, and how is our favorite of the bunch. We also discuss how much we adore Troy Lightfoot, and why his voice was built for radio. Li and Murman then discuss at the conference. Since he created the space for Agile Alliance, Li speaks to the history, why it's extremely underrated in value, and why you should spend some time with the team in Orlando this year. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a rev...