NZ Tech Podcast

Hear from George Li, a Kiwi Engineer who is helping conquer communications in deep space through his work and research with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)  and University of Michigan. George talks with Paul Spain about cube sats (satellites), the fascinating challenges and solutions to deep space communications and the journey into the space sector. To chat live with Paul and George be sure...

Josh Faraimo of Kwotimation shares the story behind his early stage startup Kwotimation which recent raised $500,000 in a pre-seed funding round lead by Hillfarrance Capital. Kwotimation is a tech company that is automating the quoting process for tradespeople. https://www.kwotimation.com/ NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New...

We exclusively discuss a cyber attack on internet provider Voyager with Founder and Chief Executive Seeby Woodhouse. Also featured - working from home vs office based working, the importance of solid home Wi-Fi and a hands on review of the latest mesh Wi-Fi being distributed by Vodafone and Vocus and a number of perspectives on cyber security - including the recent data leak at Ubiquiti. NZ Tech P...

Mark Rees shares insights from his journey at Xero including a multi-year technology pivot, to the role of artificial intelligence plus learnings and insights from this current time of COVID-19 - such as a flip in the brain drain New Zealand has grown used to. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ...

With Spark having recently announced a partnership with Samsung to build the next phase of their 5G network, Paul Spain talks with Todd Selwyn (Head of Networks at Samsung Electronics NZ) and Renee Mateparae (Technology Evolution, Spark). 

In this episode we delve into the world of startups - learning what makes Kiwi startups so special, along with tips from the field about raising venture capital and how our approach to collaboration should change. Linda Jenkinson – founder of multiple $100m plus businesses Vignesh Kumar – Global from Day One Rob Vickery - Hillfarance Venture Capital Nitin Prasad Steph Benseman – Icehouse Ventures...

The history of Team NZ has long been a mix of pure sailing talent, innovation, technological excellence and Tenacity. Now the team are on the cusp of the starting their races  for the 36th Americas Cup. I want to give a huge thank you to NZ Tech Podcast partners – including Vocus, Vodafone, Spark, HP, Gorilla Technology, and Umbrellar Connect.   

And here, Part 3 of the 10th anniversary edition of NZ Tech Podcast, where we have delved into the Past, Present and Future of Tech as it relates to New Zealand and the world at large.

Enjoy Part 2 of the 10th anniversary edition of NZ Tech Podcast, as we delve into the Past, Present and Future of Tech as it relates to New Zealand and the world at large.

In this 10th anniversary edition of NZ Tech Podcast, we delve into the Past, Present and Future of Tech as it relates to New Zealand and the world at large.    NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connect Sumo Logic Vodafone NZ HP Spark NZ Vocus Gorilla Technology Every wee...

Jason Langley (Managing Director, Ingram Micro) joins Paul Spain to share perspectives on new technology, leadership, cyber security, working from home, technology distribution and more. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connect Sumo Logic Vodafone NZ HP Spark NZ Vocus G...

We delve into Clubhouse – a new audio social network that’s grown dramatically in recent days thanks to visits by Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and more. What is it and what does the future of Clubhouse look like as competitors prepare to take on this new and fresh company with a >$1B valuation. Hear first-hand comments on use of competitor Twitter Spaces, along with thoughts on the role of Facebook...

This episode brothers Mike Carden and Philip Carden share insights from their fast moving startup Joyous - and their past endeavours including Mike's success with building and selling Sonar6 and Philip's learnings leading a huge global team as Global Head of Consulting Services at Alcatel-Lucent. Joyous (joyoushq.com) NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovatio...

What's driving the current craze in Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies? Darcy Ungaro (NZ Everyday Investor), Paul Spain (NZ Tech Podcast), Janine Grainger (Easy Crypto), Brooke Howard-Smith (Entrepreneur) share insights on recent price rises and opinions on what the future holds. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partn...

Peter Griffin joins Paul Spain to delve into the mainstreaming of Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies,  Cyber Security from the Reserve Bank, Trump and the regulation of Social Media + more. Watch live or listen later to NZ Tech Podcast via your favourite podcast app or at www.nztechpodcast.com  NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Z...

This episode we delve into Kogan’s NZ acquisition and recent dramas, Sky’s foray into Internet services, the New Year’s honours, autonomous tech and much more.   NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connect Sumo Logic Vodafone NZ HP Spark NZ Vocus Gorilla Technology

Delving into the business transformation story of NZ company Umbrellar - from a domain name and hosting provider (including Freeparking, Webdrive and other brands) to a dramatically different business. In this NZ Tech Podcast episode, host Paul Spain talks with Michael Foley (Executive Chairman, Umbrellar) and Dave Howden (General Manager & Head of Cloud, Umbrellar) NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Spec...

The TIN200 Report, Punakaiki Fund, Sharesies and Hatch all feature in this discussion about technology investment in New Zealand in 2020 – and it’s importance in NZ’s future as an alternative to other investments such as property. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connec...

On this episode we discuss New Zealand broadband development progress, Huawei’s move into audio with noise cancelling headphones, a new Android Auto and CarPlay option, Kea Aerospace, Avast Secure browser and is AWS (Amazon Web Services) too dominant?

Paul Spain and Eugene Afanasy (Huawei) discuss changes to work, life, travel and much more – both now and in the years ahead and think about what the Next Normal could look like. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connect Sumo Logic Vodafone NZ HP Spark NZ Vocus Gorilla T...

Paul Spain talks with James Coddington of Joy Business Academy (international education disruptor) about revenue falling off a cliff with the onset of COVID and how his tech startup has recovered and now thrives in a global market. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Conne...

Paul Spain and Bill Bennett discuss the tech news of the week including talking about Hyperfibre, Apple, Microsoft, Huawei and more. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connect Sumo Logic Vodafone NZ HP Samsung Spark NZ Vocus Gorilla Technology

In this episode of NZ Tech Podcast, Vodafone’s James Moore joins Paul Spain to discuss the Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G. NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connect Sumo Logic Vodafone NZ HP Samsung Spark NZ Vocus Gorilla Technology

Sarah Putt and Paul Spain discuss the Google Antitrust case, DiDi the Chinese Uber competitor arrives, Quibi - the Death of a Disruptor, iPhone 12 hands on and more.  NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in New Zealand by partnering with NZ Tech Podcast: Umbrellar Connect Sumo Logic Vodafone NZ HP Samsung Spark NZ Vocus Gorilla Techn...

This week focuses heavily on mobile - including Surface Duo in NZ + iPhone 12, Oppo Reno2 5G, NASA & Bell Labs 4G for the Moon. Plus an update on Tesla's refresh, Stretchsense and Influencer guidance from Advertising Standards Authority with Paul Spain and guest Henry Burrell (BusinessDesk) . NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain Special thanks to organisations who support innovation and tech leadership in N...