Keeping IT Talking

What does it take to stay relevant in a world where technology – and the way we learn – is constantly evolving? In this episode of Keeping IT Talking , hosts Liam Donnelly and Isabel Holden sit down with Andy, Digital Training Lead at Pareto, to explore how curiosity, adaptability and a “jack of all trades” mindset can shape a successful career in tech and training. From early experiences with DOS...

What happens when headline-grabbing product launches collide with the day-to-day realities of IT? In this episode of Keeping IT Talking , hosts Liam Donnelly and Isobel Holden explore the trends shaping both the front-end of tech and the infrastructure behind it. Kicking off with MacBook Neo, the pair unpack why Apple’s latest release is getting so much attention – and what it signals for performa...

What does successful digital advertising actually look like in a world shaped by AI, automation and changing search behaviour? In the latest episode of Keeping IT Talking , hosts Liam Donnelly and Isabel Holden sit down with Sophie Logan, Community and Editorial Manager at Rough Agenda, to explore her journey into pay-per-click marketing   and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From starting...

What does responsible AI in education look like – beyond the headlines? In this episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Liam Donnelly and Isabel Holden sit down with Daniel Emmerson, Executive Director of the Good Future Foundation and Academic Affairs Lead at Goodnotes, to explore how schools are navigating the rapid rise of AI. With experience spanning education strategy, research and technology, D...

What happens when the slides disappear, the power cuts out, and all you have left is your knowledge? In this episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Liam Donnelly and Isabel Holden sit down with Jonathan Beagles, National Training Manager at Pareto, to explore the balance between technology and human connection in modern learning. From his early career in sales to leading large-scale training program...

What does digital transformation really mean in higher education, and why do so many initiatives struggle to deliver lasting impact? In this episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Liam Donnelly and Isabel Holden are joined by Rob Phillips, Interim Director of Enterprise Platforms and Transformation at the University of Cambridge, to explore why successful change is driven by people, not just technol...

What happens when some of the biggest tech announcements of the year meet the realities of day-to-day IT? In our first Tech Trends Roundup episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Liam Donnelly and Isobel Holden explore the biggest technology stories shaping the industry right now. From the standout moments of CES 2025 to Apple’s latest announcements, the conversation covers how emerging tech is filte...

What does it take to build a multi-million-pound technology business from a single weekend with a Mac, and keep it thriving through decades of change? In the latest episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Liam Donnelly and Isabel Holden sit down with Roger Whittle, Founder and Director of Jigsaw24, to explore his journey through entrepreneurship, Apple, and the ever-evolving world of technology. From...

What happens when a lifelong Windows fan falls for the Apple ecosystem, and then builds a career around helping other people find their place in tech? In the latest episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Liam Donnelly and Isabel Holden sit down with Chris Lo, Director at Insider Tech Talent, to explore his journey through technology, IT support and entrepreneurship. From the moment Macs changed the...

What does it take to transition from shaping young minds in the classroom to shaping the future of digital learning? In the latest episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Carlo Rocco and Isabel Holden sit down with Terri Stockton, Education Development Manager at Jigsaw24, to unpack her unexpected journey into the world of technology. From dusty iMacs in a forgotten side room to empowering the next g...

What does a bacon sandwich have to do with a career in IT? For Jack Hollister, Mac Solutions Lead at Jigsaw24, quite a lot. In the latest episode of  Keeping IT Talking , host Liam Donnelly explores Jack’s unconventional journey into tech, his proudest projects, and why device choice and AI are reshaping the future of IT. Listen now to hear the full conversation with Jack Hollister, his advice for...

What does it take to build a 25-year career in an industry that reinvents itself every few months? In the latest episode of Keeping IT Talking, hosts Liam Donnelly and Carlo Rocco sit down with Mark Hull, Head of Technical Solutions at Jigsaw24, to explore just that. From his first encounter with the internet on a creaky dial-up modem to leading cutting-edge projects that shape how organisations u...