Tech a Break

Welcome to Tech a Break, your go-to podcast for exploring the tech behind innovative industries! Today’s guest is Dave from Histrionics, a professional "dresser upperer" who specialises in creating immersive, historical performances for events. Dave brings history to life, using costumes, props, and storytelling to transport audiences back in time.

Welcome to Tech a Break, where we explore the tech and strategies that drive business success! In today’s episode, we’re talking about business faff—those small tasks that might not seem crucial but are essential for running a business and building a strong brand. From email domains to having a clean van, these tasks may feel like minor faff, but they all add up to how your brand is perceived. We’...

Welcome to Tech a Break, the podcast where we explore how technology and strategy can help businesses thrive! Today’s episode is all about investing time in your business! We’ll dive into why investing time into your business is crucial for long-term success.

Welcome to a special International Podcast Day episode of Tech a Break ! Today, we’re joined by Suzy from Darlington Library , who takes us on a journey through the history of this iconic library and the cutting-edge technology it houses today. But Darlington Library is no ordinary library—it’s a modern tech hub offering everything from laser cutters , VR headsets, embroidery machines and 3D print...

Welcome to Tech a Break, the podcast where we explore the latest breakthroughs in technology and how they’re changing our everyday lives. Today’s episode is all about AI. We dive into the incredible advancements in photo enhancement and image creation, where AI now allows users to edit, enhance, and even create stunning visuals right from their phones. We’ll also explore how AI-driven language tra...

Welcome to Tech a Break, your go-to podcast for the latest trends and innovations in technology! In today’s episode, we’re excited to have Dan from DMH Electrical and Renewables as our guest. Dan is an expert in cutting-edge electrical solutions, specializing in Solar PV, Battery Storage, and Electric Vehicle Charging. In this conversation, Dan will share insights into the rapidly growing world of...

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 development in our town and beyond. The Stockton and...

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 passion for technology continues to drive his work...

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 come, the incredible guests we've had, and t...

Welcome to Tech a Break , the podcast where we explore the latest innovations, trends, and stories from the world of technology. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Andy Dargue, an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Consultant and owner of Aqua Advice. Andy brings his expertise in tackling one of the most critical issues in industrial operations: wastewater treatment. Don’t forget to subscribe and fo...

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.

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 here to advise us on the game-changing benefits...

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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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

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.

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://open.spotify.com/artist/4gD5yM0rvNIiQI4IShzFX5?s...

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.

In this Tech a Break episode, our favourite dynamic duo, Adam and Andy discuss the tech any start-up business needs.

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... .

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.

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://aaacaringcaretaker.co.uk/https://www.smampyscorner.co.uk/https://c...