Tech Uncorked
42 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -An innovation show hosted by tech power couple Sarah-Jayne and Dean Anthony Gratton, also known as @grattonboy and @grattongirl on Twitter. Each unmissable episode looks at what's coming next in technology and features lively discussion and inspirational interviews.
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Belated New Year Rambles and Our New Book Revealed!
January 16, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB2023 was not without its challenges and, likewise, 2024 has started with yet more drama. But there is some good news! We've finally finished our book and we're here to tell you all about it! So tune in and enjoy the banter! Oh, and we refer to X as Twitter and always will - we're old school that way!
Ericsson: Growing Your 5G Value!
November 13, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBIn this exciting episode, we're delighted to be joined by Sibel Tombaz, Head of Product Line 5G RAN at Ericsson and Jacob Possne, Head of Services and Ecosystems at Ericsson, whose team is also part of Sibel's amazing 5G Product Line. They're here to tell you all about the recent launch of Ericsson's innovative software toolkit with advanced RAN and Core capabilities. It will enable communications service providers to capture business opportunities for new service offerings with different...
Demystifying the Digital Twin
October 30, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this enlightening episode, we were joined by the wonderful Richard Soden and Chris Hawkins of Keysight for some fantastic insights about Digital Twins and NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks). Keysight’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) vision is to build a better planet by accelerating innovation to connect and secure the world and by employing a global business framework of ethical, environmentally sustainable, and socially responsible operations. Find out more here. For more inform...
Peeling away the secrets of machine learning
October 09, 2023 07:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode, our special guest, Paul Wilson of Scorpion Vision lifts the lid on his journey to becoming the MD of a leading Packhouse automation giant in the fresh produce and fish industries! We touch upon digital twins and deep learning in this insightful episode. Every time I peel a sprout, I'll think of you Paul!
Life Goes On!
September 29, 2023 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.55 MBIn this episode Sarah and Dean look back on the incredible highs and lows of the past few months and reflect on their respective gains and losses. This episode is dedicated to our dear friend Simon. We miss you every day.
Best of Season 2
September 22, 2023 08:00 - 11 minutes - 8.15 MBWith thanks to all our incredible guests, sponsors and listeners who made this season such a special one. Listen out for Season 3 - coming soon!
Our Christmas Message
December 19, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThe one where Sarah and Dean reflect on the year gone by the the one to come. Merry Christmas to all our wonderful listeners and may 2023 be a great one. #TechForGood
GrowPura: A smarter way of growing with hydroponics
November 14, 2022 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode we talk to Nick Bateman, the Chairman of GrowPura, an innovative company who are revolutionising hydroponic technology. Nick discusses the many global challenges facing the fresh produce industry and explains how hydroponics can take vertical farming to the next level by allowing optimum conditions for growing plants all year round to safeguard the future of our food supply. For more information about GrowPura click here. For more information about FPC FUTURE 2023 click ...
A10 Networks: Lifting the Lid on Cyber Crime and Building a More Resilient Future
October 03, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this unmissable episode we're joined by Paul Nicholson, the Senior Director of Product Marketing at A10 Networks. He'll discuss A10 Network's incredibly insightful industry report, Enterprise Perspectives 2022 Zero Trust Cloud and Remote Work Drive Digital Resilience, which lifts the lid on global challenges and concerns surrounding cyber crime. The report covers 21 countries and dives deep into the drive towards zero trust through digital resilience. It's a fascinating discussion a...
The Power of Voice with 5G
July 11, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBVoice is still the king of communication in a 5G world and there will be even more consumer and enterprise use cases developed where high-quality voice and communication services experiences are crucial. In this episode we explore the power of voice in a 5G world with special guest, David Bjore, Head of Solution Area Communication Services for Ericsson. He explains how voice has never been more important, especially in light of global challenges where connection is vital. With David, we t...
Smart living unplugged, your way!
June 16, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBIn this unmissable episode, Simon Wilson Aruba CTO talks about the differences between service and signal, how WI-Fi 6E will change the game and how Aruba Instant-On can give customers business grade Wi-Fi in their own homes. Find out more: https://www.arubainstanton.com/
The Role of AI in 5G Mobile Evolution with Ericsson
March 14, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this insightful episode we’re joined by the wonderful Claudia Muñiz, Head of Technical Sales Support, Network Design and Optimization at Ericsson. Claudia lifts the lid on how AI is transforming mobile capability and reveals how Ericsson is working with the technology to provide an unparalleled 5G experience. Together with Claudia, we explore just how far we’ve come and shine a light on what the future might hold for us with the help of AI. Our thanks to Ericsson for sponsoring this ...
The Role of AI in 5G Mobile Evolution with Ericsson
March 14, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this insightful episode we’re joined by the wonderful Claudia Muñiz, Head of Technical Sales Support, Network Design and Optimization at Ericsson. Claudia lifts the lid on how AI is transforming mobile capability and reveals how Ericsson is working with the technology to provide an unparalleled 5G experience. Together with Claudia, we explore just how far we’ve come and shine a light on what the future might hold for us with the help of AI. Our thanks to Ericsson for sponsoring this ...
The one where we apologise and Sarah recovers from Covid and major dental surgery
March 08, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MBYes, we're back and what a testing few months it's been! Sarah's had Covid and also major dental surgery so she doesn't sound her normal self but things are slowly returning to normal. We're back from MWC in Barcelona, where we shot a TV mini-series and we had the chance to catch up with some old friends whilst making new ones during the filming. We hope you enjoy this catch up and thanks for sticking with us! Big hugs, Sarah and Dean.
Food for Thought! Securing the future of our food supply through innovation and new blood
October 21, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThis time we're joined by Professor Simon Pearson, Director of the Lincoln Institute of Agri Food Technology (LIAT), Ali Capper, Chairman, NFU Horticulture & Potatoes Board and grower in her own right, Rural and Agri-food Consultant Martin Collison and Chief Executive of the UK's Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) Nigel Jenney. We discuss the many challenges facing our food supply chain, the support desperately needed from government and how the industry itself is committed to finding solutions...
Testing the Future of Connectivity with Spirent
September 13, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBIn this unmissable episode, we talk to Stephen Douglas and Jurrie Van Den Breekel from Spirent, the leading testers of 5G about how the technology is being rolled out, how it's continually evolving and how new innovations are set to change the future of connectivity. We explore some of the really cool technologies coming into play, allowing us to experience the kind of ubiquitous connectivity that will change the way we live and work. And it's not that far away! From network slicing to mic...
Testing the Future of Connectivity with Spirent
September 13, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBIn this unmissable episode, we talk to Stephen Douglas and Jurrie Van Den Breekel from Spirent, the leading testers of 5G about how the technology is being rolled out, how it's continually evolving and how new innovations are set to change the future of connectivity. We explore some of the really cool technologies coming into play, allowing us to experience the kind of ubiquitous connectivity that will change the way we live and work. And it's not that far away! From network slicing to mic...
The Heroes of the Fresh Produce Industry - Let's Celebrate Their Success
August 15, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBFrom farm to fork, our fresh produce heroes are everywhere- and this episode is for them! We talk to Nigel Jenney, the Chief Exec of the UK's Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) and to innovative greengrocer and celebrity, Chris Bavin, about how they have both recognised and supported the fresh produce industry before, during and after the many challenges faces. And it's exciting to learn that technology in the industry is being embraced and adopted as we move towards a new agricultural revol...
The Heroes of the Fresh Produce Industry - Let's Celebrate Their Success!
August 15, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBFrom farm to fork, our fresh produce heroes are everywhere- and this episode is for them! We talk to Nigel Jenney, the Chief Exec of the UK's Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) and to innovative greengrocer and TV presenter, Chris Bavin, about the importance of recognising and supporting the global fresh produce industry. Nigel and Chris talk about the many challenges of the past two years of explain how the much loved FPC Fresh Awards is a chance for the industry to come together and celebra...
Tech for Good with Professor Sally Eaves
August 09, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBA legend in her own lifetime, Professor Sally Eaves joins us in the virtual studio to talk about the great power of technology when used for good. Sally is the founder of Aspirational Futures, which inspires breakthrough innovation from STEM to STEAM and empowering social good powered by emergent technology. She is a Chief Technology Officer, a practising Professor of Blockchain and a Founder and Global Strategic Advisor, specialising in the application of emergent technologies for both b...
Harvesting the future of the supply chain through innovation and community
August 02, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this first episode of Season Two we take a look at the future of the fresh produce industry and explore how effective digitization will secure its growth and evolution. We talk to William Hill the founder of FruPro - a ground-breaking new app for the fresh produce industry, about the ways that the sector has changed over the years and adapted to the many challenges presented by both Brexit and the pandemic. Will explains the importance of education and community in driving forward ...
Best of Season One
July 19, 2021 10:00 - 8 minutes - 6.02 MBWhat a first season it's been - here are some of the highlights. Many thanks to our wonderful guests including: Helen Mackenzie - Procurious David Maidment - Arm Per Claesson - Ericsson Branding expert, Gordon Glenister The Singing Scientist Dr Jonny Rocks Cloud expert, Ian Moyse Motoring Journalist and Autonomous Vehicle expert, Neil Kennet Smart Building expert, Sam Levers Season Two is coming soon and you won't want to miss the great line-up of guests and features we have planned for ...
£80k in a Tesco carrier bag? Well, 'Every Little Helps!'
July 11, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode we take a look at how real estate has evolved using technology. From Virtual Reality (VR) viewings to using Blockchain in investment property purchasing to ensure encryption and legitimacy, we take a mental journey from San Francisco Bay to Milton Keynes (with those cows and roundabouts) to explore the future of property sales and acquisition. Oh, and there's the story of how one man bought his house with £80k he carried around in a Tesco bag!!!!
Just how smart can a building be?
June 28, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBThis time we're joined by Digital Excellence & Internet Of Things (IoT) expert, Sam Lavers, to talk about 'Smart Buildings' - what they are and just how far they've come. Sam transforms customers work spaces into smart cognitive facilities through the implementation of digital solutions and enablement through IoT services. He explains how today's connected buildings need to recognise their purpose in order to maximise their potential. We explore how intuitive technology can bring thi...
A journey into the future of motoring featuring memories of the zeppelin and a rogue boar
June 06, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this lively episode we're joined by well known motoring journalist and the editor of Cars of the Future magazine, Neil Kennett, to talk about the future of driving. We explore just how far away we are from totally autonomous transport and question whether the so called 'self driving' cars of today are as safe as they purport to be. Covering crime prevention, data collection and insurance, this is an unmissable episode for car owners and motoring enthusiasts alike.
"I believe I ordered the 'large' Network Slice!" with special guest Pehr Claesson of Ericsson
May 31, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this insightful and educational episode, we speak with Pehr Claesson, Marketing Director at Ericsson Digital Services, who explains what Network Slicing is and how it can help improve the consumer experience. Together, we explore how the technology could radically transform how we experience live gaming, remote working and event experiences in the future. We ask Pehr to "show us the money" in terms of revealing the business opportunities and give us the low down on some future busin...
From naïve search engines to the future of the smartphone
May 17, 2021 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBThis week, we reminisce over the early days of the internet and look back at the time we purchased our first mobile phones. How times have changed! And things are just getting started in terms of mobile communication possibilities. We take the opportunity to answer a listener's question and explore the potential future of the smartphone. Don't forget to send in your questions and we'll do our best to include them in future episodes. Just email us at: [email protected]
Big Brother, Electric Jags and Burt Reynolds
May 09, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBIn our ever-evolving 'always connected' world, will Big Brother-esq control be a big part of our car travel? In this episode we discuss how future car journeys might look and explore the kind of features we can expect to see behind the wheel. Will speeding be a thing of the past and how will future car technology affect our insurance premiums? Oh, and there's that Burt Reynolds fantasy too! Until next time, enjoy, S & D
From plastics to the hyperloop with a stop-off at the chateau
April 26, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBThis week we talk about recycling - including how plastics can be chemically transformed into fuel. We look at the future of travel, exploring the hyperloop and Dean's reveals a wine-infused bet he made that's 'out of this world! ' We make a quick stop-off to a chateau, where we look at how Dick Strawbridge solved his lift problem with nothing more than a pen and paper. We hope you're all keeping well and thank you for the hundreds of emails. We'll incorporate your ideas for future ep...
Discussing the new book and reminiscing about sausages and plant-watering bots!
April 19, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 9.87 MBThis time we talk about Artificial Intelligence and how we plan to approach it in our new book, which is being published by Routledge and will be out next year. We look at the term itself and ask whether it's actually a misnomer! As mentioned in the episode, we'd love to hear your opinions on Artificial Intelligence and what you think it really is. Maybe you could even be a guest on our show? Until next time, stay safe and stay well, D&S
Sun, Sea, and Sand: Introducing the Singing Scientist, Dr Rocks
April 11, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBThis time, we're joined by our good friend, the one and only 'Singing Scientist,' Dr Rocks, to talk about the future of energy. It's an episode packed full of insightful revelations about technological advancements in energy harvesting and utilisation. Jonny explains how the science behind this is great news for us and great news for the planet. From travel, to healthcare and beyond, this is an episode that will leave you feeling positive about the future. We all need a little good news ...
A personal loss and an energetic thank you
April 01, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBIt's been a while and, like so many, it's been an especially difficult time, as we've experienced the loss of a loved one. This week we want to thank you for all your messages of love and support - they mean so much and have kept us going. We're back with a new episode focusing on energy and looking at the ways it can be collected, stored and distributed in-line with the government's sustainability and carbon zero goals. We discuss everything from solar panels and smart meters to electri...
You're your own brand!
February 15, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBThis week we're joined by 'Mr Influence' himself, Gordon Glenister, to discuss the evolution of influencer marketing and its impact on business. We'll be exploring the effects of Covid on Trade Association membership, ecommerce growth, the rise of hybrid events and how, in this day and age, we have all become our own brands. Find out more about Gordon's book and his events at: https://gordonglenister.com/
Are you sure you want to touch that?
January 25, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode we take a look at the rise of touchless technology and how it is helping to keep us all safe and well. From virtual touchscreens to UV robots, we explore the innovations we can expect to see in 2021 along with those that we already know and love. For more information about the robots we discussed in the show click here.
2021: Here we go again!
January 11, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBFrom 5G to a new world of working. Plus, how our essential supply chains are being affected by Brexit. In this, the first episode of 2021, Dean and Sarah-Jayne Gratton take a look at what we can expect to see happening this year in terms of technology evolution and innovation.
From AI companionship to conversations with chihuahuas
December 06, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this episode we discuss how technology is being used to provide companionship for the lonely (especially relevant this year) and look at how Intelligent Virtual Assistants (IVA) like Alexa are fulfilling a need for company in the absence of friends and family contact. We also discuss the need for clarity on what is perhaps mistakenly labelled Artificial Intelligence (AI). We ask will there ever be a truly conscious intelligence within a machine and, if so, will this be a good or bad t...
Future proofing your business in the Cloud
November 29, 2020 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBCloud technology has become a saviour for many businesses in 2020, affording new opportunities for growth and connectivity - even during the most challenging of circumstances. In this insightful episode we speak to Cloud expert, Ian Moyse, about the key stages of 'realisation' experienced by businesses since the start of the pandemic, we also learn how to build resilience into our businesses by embracing change and adopting a cloud-focused 'People, Process, Technology' way of working. Fi...
Designing security into our devices with PSA Certified
November 22, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, sponsored by PSA Certified, we talk with David Maidment, Director of Secure Devices Ecosystem within the Architecture & Technology Group at Arm, about the evolution of our digitally transformed world and how increasingly important it is to protect our devices from hackers. With new hacks making headlines every week, consumers are understandably apprehensive. There's no denying that insecurity poses a risk of delaying the deployment of IoT, especially as increasing reports h...
From first world problems to technology for good
November 15, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode, we take a look at smart home technology and discuss what's needed and what's not, whilst considering what we now take for granted. We look at the ways technology, including AI and IoT, can assist us and play a valuable role in the fields of healthcare and agriculture. We hope you enjoy listening and, if you have any views on what you consider to be useful or nonsense technology, we'd love to hear them. Just email us here. Until next time!
So, where's the human in my supply chain?
November 06, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhat supply chain challenges are currently faced by industry and how can we find solutions that work long-term? From noodling (don't ask, just listen!) to AI, Blockchain, and the IoT, we explore the ways in which technology is helping to overcome these challenges with this week's expert, Helen Mackenzie, and ask, "where's the human being in this picture?" Here's some more information about our special guest: Helen Mackenzie is the Principal Advisor at Procurious, the world’s largest on-...
...so, where's the human in my supply chain?
November 06, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhat supply chain challenges are currently faced by industry and how can we find solutions that work long-term? From noodling (don't ask, just listen!) to AI, Blockchain, and the IoT, we explore the ways in which technology is helping to overcome these challenges with this week's expert, Helen Mackenzie, and ask, "where's the human being in this picture?" Here's some more information about our special guest: Helen Mackenzie is the Principal Advisor at Procurious, the world’s largest on-...
Before we go any further...
November 01, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBWe're so excited to launch our first episode and thought we'd take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and tell you a bit more about the show. If you like innovation and want to know what's coming next in the world of technology then this is the show for you. Join us as we start our 'Tech Uncorked' journey! Click here to email us. Click here to find out more about Dean's books. Click here to find out more about Sarah's books.