5cast

Season two of 5cast is here, and we kick-off with a mini-series, unpacking a big problem in corporate learning: the metrics most teams rely on don’t actually show whether learning worked. Join Corey Mitchell and Philip Huthwaite, as they explore why measuring completion rates and relying on smiley-face feedback often mask a lack of real change, and what to do instead. 💡 One Thing That Works: Ask...

Discover how 5app simplifies corporate compliance training for small businesses. In this episode of 5cast, Philip Huthwaite, 5app CEO, and Corey Mitchell, 5app Business Development Manager, introduce how features like Playlists, Nudges, and real-time reporting eliminate the stress of managing compliance. Learn how 5app’s tools help teams stay on track, make content easier to access, and ensure bus...

Listen to the journey of Ascent Flight Training’s transformation with 5app. In this episode of 5cast, Philip Huthwaite, 5app CEO, and Corey Mitchell, 5app Business Development Manager, take you through how Ascent streamlined employee learning and consolidated over 400 job roles into a refined competency system, all via the launch of 5app as their centralised training hub, named internally as Ascen...

In this episode of 5cast, Philip Huthwaite, 5app CEO, and Corey Mitchell, 5app Business Development Manager, break down SCORM—the technical standard shaping eLearning for over two decades. They explain its benefits for compatibility, its challenges for AI integration, and how 5app’s AI Agent, Vee, overcame the technical difficulties and is designed to work with SCORM content.

Discover some of the key questions asked by early access users of 5app’s AI Agent, Vee. In this episode of 5cast, Philip Huthwaite, 5app CEO, and Corey Mitchell, 5app Business Development Manager discuss how the platform ensures data privacy with secure, isolated storage and encryption, tackles AI bias through rigorous testing and user feedback, and provides transparency by linking AI responses to...

Another behind the scenes look. In this episode of 5cast, Philip Huthwaite, 5app CEO, and Corey Mitchell, 5app Business Development Manager introduce the 5app team and culture. From leadership hands-on approach to the cross-functional collaboration that powers innovation, they share stories about the people and principles driving success. Learn how teamwork, communication, and a shared commitment...

Hear the story behind the creation of Vee, 5app’s first AI-powered learning coach. In this episode of 5cast, Philip Huthwaite, 5app CEO, and Corey Mitchell, 5app Business Development Manager uncover what inspired its development, the challenges faced during its build, and how customer feedback shaped its design. Discover how Vee tackles real-world problems like corporate learning content overload...

Get a first look at what’s ahead for 5app in 2025 Product Roadmap! In this episode of 5cast, Philip Huthwaite, 5app CEO, and Corey Mitchell, 5app Business Development Manager reveal exciting updates to the platform, including Vee, the new AI learning assistant designed to cut through learning content overload and deliver personalised support. Discover how AI tools are simplifying content creation...

In this episode of 5 Cast , Philip Huthwaite, CEO of 5app, and Corey Mitchell, Business Development Manager, discuss the rise of microcredentials and digital badges in corporate learning. Learn how these targeted, skill-based courses are making workplace learning more practical and agile, allowing employees to gain and showcase essential skills quickly. They also explore how AI-driven platforms en...

In this episode of 5 Cast , Philip Huthwaite, CEO of 5app, and Corey Mitchell, Business Development Manager, explore how AI tutor agents are reshaping corporate learning. Discover how these intelligent agents offer on-demand microlearning, personalized skill progression, and scenario-specific coaching to keep skills fresh and relevant. From instant feedback to customized learning journeys, AI tuto...

In this episode of 5 Cast , Philip Huthwaite, CEO of 5app, and Corey Mitchell, Business Development Manager, break down the role of AI agents in enhancing Learning Management Systems. From Recommendation and Gamification Agents to the sophisticated Tutor Agents, they explore how these tools can personalize and elevate the learning journey. They also dive into the three levels of AI sophistication,...

Welcome to the debut episode of 5 Cast ! Join host Philip Huthwaite as we launch a brand-new podcast dedicated to delivering fast, insightful content specifically for corporate learning specialists. Whether you’re a learning manager, HR pro, instructional designer, or simply passionate about employee development, 5 Cast is here to equip you with the latest trends, tools, and strategies—delivered i...