Unlocking your business through technology. Adam and Andy look at all things tech from infrastructure to marketing technology. They discuss the latest technology news and looks at how this impacts operating a business.
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Tech a Break Episode 52: The tracks to Innovation
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In today’s special episode, we’re diving into the fascinating history of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, one of the most ground-breaking technological achievements of the 19th century. In the spirit of starting businesses and fostering innovation, we’ll explore how the railway not only revolutionised transportation but also sparked economic de…
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Tech a Break Episode 51: Dan from Resilient Business Systems
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Today’s episode is a special one as we welcome Dan from Resilient Business Systems, who also happens to be the son of Andy, one of our very own hosts! In this episode, Dan shares his unique journey of how his early love for computers and games led him to join the family business. He’ll discuss what he does at Resilient Business Systems and how his …
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Tech a Break: 50th Episode Celebration!
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Welcome to a very special episode of Tech a Break! Today, we’re celebrating a major milestone—our 50th episode! 🎉Join us as we take a trip down memory lane, sharing fun facts about the podcast and throwbacks to some of our favourite moments. As a special treat, Michelle surprises us with a cheesecake! In this episode, we’ll reflect on how far we’ve…
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Tech a Break Episode 49: The Tech Behind Clean Water with Andy Dargue
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Welcome to Tech a Break, the podcast where we explorethe latest innovations, trends, and stories from the world of technology. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Andy Dargue, anIndustrial Wastewater Treatment Consultant and owner of Aqua Advice. Andy brings his expertise in tackling one of the most critical issues in industrial operations: wastewa…
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Tech a Break Episode 48: Michael Janes
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Welcome to Tech a Break, your weekly deep dive into the world of technology, where we explore the latest trends, innovations, and stories from the forefront of the tech industry. In today’s episode, we are joined by Michael Janes, the visionary Director of CLR.
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Tech a Break Episode 47: Howard Little, FSB Membership Advisor
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Welcome to another exciting episode of Tech a Break. This week, we're thrilled to have a very special guest joining us – Howard Little, Membership Advisor at the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)! Howard speaks to around 1,000 small business owners each year across every industry imaginable in County Durham and the North East of England. He’s he…
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Tech a Break Episode 46: The history of typewriters
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In today's nostalgic episode, your hosts Adam and Andy take you on a captivating journey through the history of typewriters. Join us as we delve into the evolution of this iconic writing machine, from its early mechanical beginnings to its enduring legacy in the digital age.
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Tech a Break Episode 45: Strategic Marketing
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In today's episode, we're thrilled to have a conversation with Jo Long, the visionary force behind Jo Long Consulting. Jo is a strategic marketer with a wealth of experience in helping businesses develop and execute marketing strategies and plans to exploit sustainable growth opportunities.
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Tech a Break Episode 44: Sasha from Outsourced HR
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In today's episode, we are excited to have Sasha from Outsourced HR as our guest. Originally from the North East, Sasha moved to London for a few years before returning to her roots. She’ll be sharing her unique journey, the evolution of her business, and how advancements in technology have transformed the HR landscape.…
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Tech a Break Episode 43: Carl Rutter- senior level designer at Expression Games
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Today, we're thrilled to have Carl Rutter, a senior level designer at Expression Games, join us.In this episode, Carl shares his journey in the gaming industry and gives us an insight in to what his job is like. A dream job for gaming enthusiasts.Find Carl on LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/in/carl-rutte...…
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Tech a Break Episode 42: Cyber-bullying
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Welcome to another episode of Tech a Break with your hosts, Adam and Andy! This week, we're diving into an issue that has become increasingly prevalent in our digital age: cyber bullying. From social media harassment to online gaming toxicity, cyber bullying takes many forms and can have devastating effects on individuals of all ages.…
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Tech a Break Episode 41: Lightning Pay and Bitcoin
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In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Rob, the co-founder of LightningPayNZ. Join us as we dive into the world of Bitcoin and explore how LightningPayNZ is revolutionising the way we handle cryptocurrency transactions. If this subject interests you, find out more from Rob: https://lightningpay.nz/@lightningpaynz…
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Tech a Break Episode 40: Cybersecurity
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In this episode of Tech a Break, Adam and Andy dive into the complex world of cybersecurity. From the latest cyber threats, phishing emails to practical tips for protecting your digital life, they break down the essentials you need to know.
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Tech a Break Episode 39: LXXI-Drum & Bass singer, songwriter and producer
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Today we are joined by the amazing Drum & Bass singer, songwriter and producer, LXXI. LXXI has recently been featured on BBC York Music Introducing with her own 15 minute dnb mix, teasing unreleased tracks and remixes. Her new song Wasted Time with Senior is her first track signed to Riot Records and it is coming out TOMORROW, 14th June! https://op…
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Tech a Break Episode 38: History of photography and cameras
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This time Adam has done his homework… and it’s all about photography and how that came about. Adam and Andy are going on a captivating journey through the history of photography and cameras, tracing back to the first ever photograph taken.
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Tech a Break Episode 37: Business in a box
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In this Tech a Break episode, our favourite dynamic duo, Adam and Andy discuss the tech any start-up business needs.
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Tech a Break Episode 36: We are 'on air' with Great North Air Ambulance
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Today we are ‘on air’ at the Great North Air Ambulance service headquarters in Egglescliffe.What an amazing charity that helps save hundreds of lives every year!This high-flying charity is not NHS funded; they rely on your support to keep those rotors spinning. Help keep their mission in the sky by donating at https://www.greatnorthairambulance.co.…
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Episode 35: Andy Davis - Trident Manor
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Today, we're honoured to have Andy Davis, the Managing Director of Trident Manor, join us for an in-depth discussion about his dynamic business. Trident Manor is a leading security, risk, and crisis management consultancy that serves both national and international clients.
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Tech a Break: BONUS EPISODE
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Tech a Break is on the road! We packed the podcast studio and we are “Tech-ing a Break” at the Great North Air Ambulance where we interviewed all the amazing businesses taking part in the Darlington Business club event. Please check them out here:https://daisychainproject.co.uk/https://simfly.co.uk/https://darlington.ac.uk/https://aaacaringcaretake…
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Tech a Break Episode 34: Liz Lawrence from TigerDove Marketing
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In this episode, Adam and Andy chat with Liz Lawrence from TigerDove Marketing. She is a highly skilled and experienced marketing consultant… and we don’t say that just because she left a fiver our chairs…
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Tech a Break Episode 33: Tech Throwback
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In this week's episode, Adam and Andy travel back in time to look at how tech was used by businesses in the past. Tune in for a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
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Tech a Break Episode 32: The band is back together
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The band is back together! Enjoy this car crash of an episode where Adam and Andy go over some of the technology they put into action since discussing it last month and we also catch up with Adam following his trip.
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Episode 31: Accounting… The language of any business
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Louise Dargue joins Andy on this week’s podcast, and they discuss everything about Louise’s Bookkeeping business, how she has become a trusted partner and how to find the right balance.
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Tech a Break Episode 30: From One side of the World to the Other
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Adam takes a break from his holiday, and joins theTech-A-Break podcast from New Zealand. Adam lets us know how he has observed and used Tech on a day-to-day basis throughout his holiday and some of the advantages and pitfalls !!
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Episode 29: Design, Development, Discussions, & Data
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In Today’s episode, our guest is Simon Crisp from EdwardRobertson. Simon explains how they use tech to work with companies all over the world, taking their beautifully designed front-end websites and integrating these directly into customers' systems.
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Episode 28: Tech-Science-Wizardy
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Today our guest is Dez Wright from Pukka-J, who’s company provides imaging solutions for Healthcare. Andy & Dez, take geekiness to another level by discussing how Dez went from hacking programs to Scientist to Programmer, and how he uses technology to integrate systems in the NHS.
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Episode 27: WEEEEEEEEE CO ???
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Adam and Andy have been recycling this week, make old tech new tech. Here about their latest project that is in fact being used to upload this very podcast right now!
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Episode 26: Media magic and advertising
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Ok, Adam forgot to get a guest, however today we delve into media and advertising! Learn about the world of TV advertising social and all things in between
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Tech a Break Episode 25: A podcast about podcasting
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Adam and Andy look back on their podcasting experience and reflect on their journey.
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Episode 24: Doing business with Jayson Gurney - Darlington Business Club
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Today we host Jayson Gurney from Darlington Business Club! We hear all about the business club and find out about the armed forces covenant.
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Episode 23: Yuze will love this week's guest!
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Today Josh from Yuze, joins Andy and Adam and of course the usual terrible jokes. Josh shares with us his founding story in setting up and creating Yuze. Yuze provides points of sales, card payment, ecommerce and table side service for the hospitality sector. Listen to this great episode and find out what it is all about.…
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Episode 22: Websites why should I bother??? AND we have a surprise visitor!
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Today is all about the humble website. We go into what websites can do for you and why it is worth having one in 2024. We are also joined by Nick Butler - special guest who was passing the studio at the time of recording on crutches! Nick is the Business Development Manager of Modeshift and has been integral into the development of Modeshift STARS,…
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Episode 21: Trusted Partners - but who can you trust???
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Today is a call to action for small businesses to find and establish their own trusted partners. Having someone who you can work collaboratively is so important, in this episode we delve into developing and establishing those relationships.
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Episode 20: Dan the man that can...
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Today we meet Dan from Business Central. Dan and the team are on hand to help the range of businesses they have at Darlington Workspace. If you are in the Darlington area and are looking for an office space, visit www.darlingtonworkspace.co.uk
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Episode 19: WIFI - NETWORKS What's it all about - Geek time
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Today we get heavy into Networking and Wifi listen along you may just learn something new! Hope this helps
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Episode 18: Mark knows nothing about tech... actually.....
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Today we welcome Mark, being a listener of the podcast and truck technician boldly said to Adam he knows nothing about tech. So we invited him on, as we know that is not the case. A fantastic episode with some great insight into the HGV world
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Episode 17: ZAPPING into the New Year with Automation....
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We are back! Adam and Andy jump straight into 2024 with you guessed it more automation! Find out what they have been upto to bolster their productivity and improve their customer experience. Listen to find out more!
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Episode 16: IT'S CHRISTMAS!!!!!!! What to do with your Christmas tech
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Well this is our Christmas episode before we Tech a Break for the holidays. In this episode we discuss the trials and tribulations of gifting Christmas tech and considerations you should make before the big day!
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Episode 15: Another visitor! When is a biscuit a cake or is it a biscuit?
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We were delighted to be joined by Hilary Bevan from Bevan VAT Consultancy Limited and Darlington Business Club. Today we get to the soggy bottom of VAT and we even find out about what is eligible for VAT and what isn't! We loved this episode!
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Episode 14: WE HAVE A GUEST!!!! OUR First one!
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Today we have the pleasure of hosting our first guest - Hannah! Hannah Worsley is Passionate about Developing People & Business and is a Training, Development & Compliance Consultant. Andy and Adam catch up with Hannah and hear what it is to work with a range of businesses that are ungoing change - with a specific focus on tech! If you would like m…
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Episode 13: Do you wish you had a S.P.A.R.E. set of hands?
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Andy has done his homework. He takes Adam on a journey to establish how he could get a spare set of hands by looking over at a few key things that he can implement in his Fictional bookshop...
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Episode 12: Gaming...
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Today we take a look at gaming.
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Episode 11: Learning.....
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Today Adam and Andy go through, learning and address being called out on not knowing the Nike story! Well now they do!
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Episode 10: Tech a Rant! (one week only)
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This week, we take leave from the rare bookshop and have a bit of a rant about the sticking points and challenges that Adam and Andy have faced in business.
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Episode 9: Meet Mr GARY Ai
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Today Andy and Adam look at automation! This is truely worth a listen if you want to see how you can implement automation throughout any business, not just a fictional book shop. Adam needs some time to process some of these awesome things....
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Episode 8: Bringing Andy's Rare Books into the world of trading!
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Today we bring Andy's Rare Books (the fictitious rare book shop) into the world of trading! Adam takes you through just some of the considerations you need to make with your marketing when launching a business.
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Episode 7: Putting IT in when setting up a business
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Today, Andy goes through what you should think about when starting up your business. Learn about Adam's fictional 1st Edition book shop and what he needs to do to set up his IT on the right footing.
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Episode 6 Bringing it into focus...
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This week Andy and Adam 'snap' straight back into it after a week off. They 'focus' on what is going on in Adam's head when he takes a photo...
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Episode 5: "All social media companies are scammers" Wait, what? No they are not...
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Someone made a statement to Adam recently that "all social media companies are scammers" Now whilst we don't think so, we of course thought this is worthy of a debate...
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Episode 4 The Metaverse - What is it?
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Want to know more about the metaverse? So do we, lets discuss it.
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