Luton Geeks Unplugged: Tech Tales & Agile Antics

For our final episode of this series of Geek Cuts we deviate from our usual tech focus and embark on a cinematic journey as we a fun chat through a brief history of film. We delve into the rich history of cinema, from the inception of the first-ever film to the ground breaking moments of the first colour film and the introduction of CGI. Being the geeks we are though we do still bring tech into th...

Join us on a nostalgic journey through the history of gaming and a fun venture down memory lane. During this episode, we take you back to where it all began, reminiscing about the first games and consoles we played and owned. Highlighting classics like the first Super Mario, to Football Manager, to Streets of Rage to name a few; honestly this list could have been endless. We dive into the debate a...

In this episode of Geek Cut's, we take a deep dive into the world of drone delivery, in particular focusing on the remarkable organisation known as Zipline. Take a listen to discover who Zipline are and what they do, as we explore their extraordinary mission of dropping life-saving blood packages in remote locations across Africa. With an impressive record of half a million deliveries in just six...

In the third episode of our Geek Cuts series where we look into the the last tech news and trends, this week we discuss the intriguing prospect of Apple getting into the car industry with its Titan Project. We debate the potential risks of autonomous cars, whilst also exploring the pro's. As the conversation unfolds, the question of how safe people will feel with self-driving vehicles and who beco...

In this Luton Geek Short, Darren and Jamie discuss the world of AI-powered virtual assistants, with a special focus on Amazon's Alexa. As usual we manage to get a film reference in 🙂. The main topic of discussion revolves around Amazon Alexa's recent AI enhancement, featuring its brand new Large Language Model (LLM) that enables the intriguing 'Let's Chat' feature. No longer bound by wake words,...

In between recording our next series of our Vlogcast, we have had some brief chats, which we have imaginatively named ' Geek Cuts'. To mix things up and make a change from our usual format, these bite sized pieces of content will see us looking at the latest stories within the world of tech and discussing the potential impact to the wider world. In this first 'Geek Cut' we will be discussing the n...

Hello and welcome to the final episode in this series of Luton Geeks Unplugged: Tech Tales and Agile Antics. Today we jump into sustainability and how this unique subject is impacting digital landscapes. Darren and Jamie are thrilled to host Chris Smalling, not only a renowned professional footballer with AS Roma, but also a partner at ForGood, which is dedicated to nurturing and empowering early-...

Get ready for an exhilarating journey into the world of digital marketing as we present the latest episode of Luton Geeks Unplugged Tech Tales and Agile Antics. Join your hosts, Jamie and Darren, as they delve deep into the realm of marketing transformation with expert knowledge from Gaelle Comte, Senior Vice President of Digital Products at Cannes Lions. With a diverse background spanning across...

Welcome back to Luton Geeks Unplugged: Tech Tales and Agile Antics! In this episode, we embark on a journey into the realm of content creation, design, and strategy. Join us, Darren and Jamie, as we engage in a captivating conversation with the very talented content expert, Tajha Myer. This episode explores the fascinating world of digital content creation and its evolution over the years. We delv...

In episode 3 we explore the current state of the tech industry's job landscape. We kick things off by probing into the burning question:- What is the market like right now? Caroline's expert perspective unveils the trends, challenges, and opportunities that shape today's tech job scene. Navigating the intricacies of securing a job in a competitive market, we dive into the art of getting hired when...

Welcome back to Luton Geeks Unplugged: Tech Tales and Agile Antics! In this second episode, we are diving deep into the origins of our digital journeys; how we went from tech-loving kids to the tech professionals we are today. Join us, Darren and Jamie, as we embark on another unfiltered and unscripted adventure into the heart of the tech sector. In "Where it began," we rewind to the early chapter...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Luton Geeks Unplugged: Tech Tales and Agile Antics! In this unfiltered vlogcast - yes we call it a vlogcast, join us; Darren and Jamie, as we delve into the world of technology with unedited honesty, candid conversations, and intriguing insights. As ardent tech enthusiasts, we're on a mission to demystify the tech sector and share our experiences, unearthing gen...