Episodes 61
Avg. Duration 35m
Activity Highly Active
Since Dec 2019
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
56%
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About This Podcast

Hosted by CTOs Josh Nesbitt and James Hall, Off Script brings you unfiltered conversations about the highs, lows, and lessons of working in tech today. From leading engineering teams and scaling companies, to tackling burnout, bad bets, and breakthrough ideas, this is the show where raw honesty meets experience. Alongside one-on-one conversations between Josh and James, you’ll hear from leaders, builders, designers, and entrepreneurs who aren’t afraid to share what’s really going on behind the scenes — the conversations usually left for DMs, side chats, and after-hours drinks. Whether you’re building your first product or leading a fast-growing team, Off Script gives you a raw and refreshing perspective on the challenges and creativity that shape modern tech. New episodes every few weeks. Subscribe and join the conversation.

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Recent Episodes

S3 Episode 60: Using AI to modernise legacy code, manage tech debt and improve documentation

Apr 15, 2026 39m

In this episode of Off Script, James, Josh, and guest Jon Milsom explore the rapid advancements in AI as a tool to refactor codebases, and how teams are leveraging AI to innovate, solve problems, and…

S3 Episode 59: From ZX Spectrum to Agentic AI: A lifelong journey to creating a cutting edge agency

Mar 20, 2026 41m

Most businesses underestimate how quickly AI is transforming every industry, and those who don’t adapt risk falling behind. In this episode, Tim Lewis, CTO of innovative AI consultancy Zygens, shares…

S3 Episode 58: The case for Lovelace Labs in Manchester

Jan 30, 2026 1h 6m

In this episode of Off Script, Josh, James, and Tom discuss the importance of innovation in Leeds and the broader UK, emphasizing the need for representation and funding for technology outside of…

S3 Episode 57: Is AI destroying Open Source?

Jan 16, 2026 34m

In this episode of Off Script, hosts Josh and James delve into the contentious topic of whether AI is destroying open source software. They discuss the recent layoffs at Tailwind, a popular…

S3 Episode 56: Juggling leadership and family life

Dec 10, 2025 20m

In this episode, Josh and James discuss the challenges of balancing family life with demanding leadership roles. They share personal experiences of parenthood, the importance of setting boundaries,…

S3 Episode 55: From proof of concept to production: AI engineering

Nov 25, 2025 23m

In this conversation, James and Josh discuss the transition from prototype apps to production-ready products, emphasising the challenges and opportunities presented by vibe coding. They explore the…

S3 Episode 54: Why awards shouldn't cost a fortune

Sep 29, 2025 13m

In this episode, James and Josh discuss the troubling nature of paid awards in the tech industry. They explore how these awards often prioritize profit over genuine recognition, leading to feelings…

S3 Episode 53: The power of pen and paper

Aug 15, 2025 16m

In this episode, James and Josh discuss the significance of pen and paper in an increasingly digital world. They explore various note-taking techniques, the benefits of physical writing for memory…

S3 Episode 52: Unlocking team potential with user manuals

Aug 01, 2025 14m

In this episode, Josh and James discuss the concept of user manuals for humans, exploring how individuals can communicate their preferences, boundaries, and working styles to foster better…

S3 Episode 51: Is Test Driven Development actually better now we have AI?

Jul 15, 2025 23m

Josh and James discuss the implications of Test-Driven Development (TDD) in the context of the rapid advancements in AI technology. They explore how AI tools are changing the landscape of software…

S3 Episode 50: The new age of tech job interviews and how to conquer them

Jun 23, 2025 25m

In this weeks episode, Josh and James discuss the challenges of securing a job in the tech industry, particularly focusing on the impact of ageism, evolving expectations for tech roles, and the…

S3 Episode 49: Navigating the AI discourse — Why can't we talk properly about AI?

Jun 16, 2025 29m

In this weeks episode, Josh and James delve into the complexities of the discourse surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), exploring the polarising perspectives that dominate discussions. In a…

S3 Episode 48: AI interoperability and MCP

Jun 02, 2025 26m

In this conversation, Josh and James discuss AI interoperability and the concept of MCP (Model Context Protocol). They explore the initial skepticism surrounding MCP, the process of building custom…

S2 Episode 47: Behind the scenes of running a tech conference

Apr 01, 2025 21m

How do you structure and run the perfect tech conference? What things are involved behind the scenes that attendees don’t see? What advice would you give to someone looking to start their own…

S2 Episode 46: How to plan and run a discovery workshop

Mar 24, 2025 28m

What is a discovery workshop and how can they be used to work through problems in your business? In this episode, James and Josh discuss how they've run them in the past and offer some tips and…

S2 Episode 45: 2024 developer round-up

Jan 09, 2025 42m

It’s time to reflect and plan ahead! James and Josh look back at a tumultuous 2024 in tech and ask the big questions about where things are heading. What were the highlights? What lessons can we…

S2 Episode 44: Future of software engineering leadership - Part 2

Dec 11, 2024 22m

Part 2 has landed! For this outing of Off Script, Josh and James explore the ‘Future of engineering leadership’. This is an episode born from Q&A discussions and ideas at the recent Off Script…

S2 Episode 43: Future of software engineering leadership - Part 1

Dec 03, 2024 27m

"It's not enough just being right. You've got to actually convince people of your way of thinking and take other people on the journey". Off Script is back with Josh and James hosting the first…

S2 Episode 42: Imperfect innovation

Aug 28, 2024 48m

The historically popular development process of “move fast and break things” has got the biggest companies in the world far. In the age of AI, can we still take these risks in the name of progress or…

S2 Episode 41: WWDC 2024 round-up

Jul 26, 2024 32m

Jack Sails (IMA) is back with James & Josh to discuss the recent WWDC24 Apple Developer conference. Was AI the word of the conference? Find out as they work through everything revealed this year…

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Off Script has published 61 episodes since December 2019, covering topics in Business, Education.

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