Stu & Chris together, have more than 30 years combined experience in the quality, software testing and the general technology industry, and on the Quality Talks podcasts they will be discussing, along with special guests, all the hot topics on everyone minds.....and those that may not be :)
Quality Talks Podcast
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53 episodes
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Stu & Chris together, have more than 30 years combined experience in the quality, software testing and the general technology industry, and on the Quality Talks podcasts they will be discussing, along with special guests, all the hot topics on everyone minds.....and those that may not be :)
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Recent Episodes
June 30, 2026
Picking Your Battles with Ben Dowen
<p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode - Picking Your Battles - Stu Day is joined by Ben Dowen to explore the evolving landscape of quality engineering, the impact of AI, and strategies for scaling quality practices in fast-moving teams. They share insights on mindset shifts, automation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Key topics</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Impact of AI on quality engineering</li><li>Scaling quality practices in fast-paced teams</li><li>Mindset shifts from traditional to modern quality engineering</li><li>Automation and feedback loops in SDLC</li><li>Supporting multiple teams with limited resources</li><li>Maturity models for quality improvement</li><li>Using AI tools for debugging and release management</li><li>Cultural shifts in quality practices</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Quality Engineering Challenges</p><p>06:09 The Evolution of Quality Engineering Mindset</p><p>12:17 Shifting Responsibilities in Testing</p><p>18:12 Building the Right Thing vs. Building Things Right</p><p>24:03 Understanding Customer Needs in Quality Engineering</p><p>30:00 Leveraging Internal Feedback Loops</p><p>31:01 Aligning Teams on Goals and Quality</p><p>33:50 Choosing Battles: Prioritising Work Effectively</p><p>36:18 Automating Release Processes for Efficiency</p><p>39:38 Context Switching and Team Collaboration</p><p>42:49 Scaling Quality Engineering Through Enablement</p><p>46:36 Understanding Maturity Models in Quality Engineering</p><p>50:19 Continuous Improvement and Quality Levels</p><p>53:26 Building Feedback Loops and Metrics</p><p>57:19 The Value of Automation in Feedback Loops</p><p>01:00:06 Exploring AI in Engineering Practices</p><p>01:03:01 The Impact of AI on Quality Engineering</p><p>01:06:09 Navigating Change and Embracing AI</p><p>01:09:53 The Commoditisation of Technology and AI</p><p>01:14:06 Maintaining Quality in an AI-Driven World</p><p>01:17:59 Final Thoughts on Quality Engineering and AI</p><p>01:23:33 End</p>
June 17, 2026
The Human Connection: What Neurology can Teach Us About systemic Quality
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>After a short break, Stu Day returns with a personal story that sparked a new perspective on quality.</p><p>Drawing parallels between the human nervous system and software delivery, this episode explores how quality isn't about finding defects—it's about understanding the flow of information, feedback, and signals across an entire system.</p><p>From root cause analysis and observability to AI governance and systemic thinking, discover why the best quality professionals focus on the health of the whole system, not just the symptoms.</p><p>A thought-provoking episode on continuous systemic quality, feedback loops, and the human connection behind how complex systems work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ol><li>Understanding systemic quality requires looking at the entire system, not just individual parts.</li><li>Effective feedback loops are crucial for system health and quick issue resolution.</li><li>Root causes often lie deeper than surface defects; addressing them prevents recurring issues.</li><li>Analogies from the human body can help visualise and improve software systems.</li><li>Incremental improvements over time lead to better system health and performance.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates</p><p>02:09 Health Challenges and Discoveries</p><p>06:36 Connecting Health to Systemic Quality</p><p>12:15 Understanding Root Causes in Quality</p><p>18:38 The Importance of Systemic Connections</p><p>22:26 Conclusion and Call for Engagement</p><p>24:12 The Real Human Connection - End</p>
May 20, 2026
The Future of Quality Engineering with Jagrit Gyawali
<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode, Stuart Day hosts Jagrit Gyawali for a conversation on the evolving role of quality engineering, leadership, and cultural change within tech organisations. </p><p>Together, they explore the importance of soft skills, team dynamics, and fostering a shared sense of quality across teams. </p><p>They also discuss the growing impact of AI on QA, practical ways to understand and measure quality within different organisational contexts, and how teams can embrace continuous improvement in an ever-changing technology landscape.</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Topics</p><ol><li>The evolution from “testing” to quality engineering</li><li>Why soft skills are massively underrated in tech</li><li>Building quality as a shared team responsibility</li><li>Growing junior talent and creating opportunities</li><li>Leadership, influence, and cultural change</li><li>AI, automation, metrics, and measuring what really matters</li></ol><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Mental Health Awareness and its Importance</p><p>02:34 Introduction to Jagrit Gyawali and His Journey</p><p>05:16 Jagrit's Origin Story and Career Path</p><p>09:36 The Value of Practical Training in Quality Engineering</p><p>14:22 Evolution of Quality Engineering</p><p>20:20 The Holistic Approach to Quality Engineering</p><p>25:07 The Importance of Diverse Skills in QA</p><p>28:48 The Future of QA and Embracing Change</p><p>29:00 Diverse Backgrounds in Quality Assurance</p><p>32:36 The Importance of Soft Skills</p><p>36:51 Proactive Capability Building</p><p>39:31 Influencing Cultural Change in Leadership</p><p>44:20 Understanding Context and Empathy in Quality</p><p>49:54 Measuring Value and Quality in Teams</p><p>56:38 Understanding Test Coverage and Confidence</p><p>59:00 Feedback Loops and Quality Assurance</p><p>01:01:11 Technical Debt and Bug Clusters</p><p>01:04:05 The Role of AI in Software Development</p><p>01:10:04 Investing in People vs. Technology</p><p>01:12:21 The Future of QA in an AI-Driven World</p><p>01:23:14 Closing things out</p>
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