Welcome to "What The Tech Podcast (AU)", the podcast where we break down the latest discoveries in AI and technology so everyone can understand. Hosted by tech enthusiasts Rene and Jorge, we simplify complex concepts, explore real-world applications, and discuss the future of tech—all in a fun, engaging way. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned professional, join us for insightful conversations, expert interviews, and live demos that bring tech to life. Subscribe now to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of technology!
What The Tech Podcast (AU)
Claim This Podcastby Rene Essomba + Vivienne Mutembwa
16 episodes
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Podcast Overview
Welcome to "What The Tech Podcast (AU)", the podcast where we break down the latest discoveries in AI and technology so everyone can understand. Hosted by tech enthusiasts Rene and Jorge, we simplify complex concepts, explore real-world applications, and discuss the future of tech—all in a fun, engaging way. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned professional, join us for insightful conversations, expert interviews, and live demos that bring tech to life. Subscribe now to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of technology!
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Recent Episodes
May 11, 2026
AI Is Changing Software Development — But There’s a Catch w/ Gerardo Estaba
<p>AI is changing the software development lifecycle — from how ideas are prototyped, to how products are built, secured and shipped.</p><p>In this episode of <strong>What The Tech Podcast (AU)</strong>, Rene and Vivienne sit down with <strong>Gerardo Estaba from Supabase</strong> to explore the rise of the <strong>AI development lifecycle</strong> and what it means for developers, founders, product teams and modern organisations.</p><p>We unpack how <strong>AI-assisted coding</strong>, <strong>vibe coding</strong>, <strong>Postgres</strong>, open-source platforms and tools like <strong>Supabase</strong> are changing the way software gets built.</p><p>Gerardo also explains why many teams do not really have a scaling problem — they have a <strong>complexity problem</strong> — and why faster software development can create bigger risks if security, data access and engineering fundamentals are ignored.</p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><p>• How AI is compressing the traditional software development lifecycle<br>• Why vibe coding is helping more people become software builders<br>• How Supabase simplifies the backend for modern applications<br>• Why Postgres still matters in the AI era<br>• The difference between building a prototype and shipping production software<br>• Why prompt-based security is not enough<br>• How row-level security helps protect data access<br>• Why technical debt may increase as more non-technical users build apps<br>• Why deep engineering judgement still matters when AI writes more code<br>• How open-source platforms reduce vendor lock-in<br>• What software development could look like in the next few years</p><p>This episode is for developers, founders, product leaders, AI builders and anyone trying to understand where software development is heading next.</p><p>Subscribe to <strong>What The Tech Podcast (AU)</strong> for grounded conversations on AI, software, data and the future of technology.</p><p>Newsletter: <a href="http://www.whatthetech.com.au" target="_new" rel="noopener">www.whatthetech.com.au</a></p>
April 6, 2026
Who Owns Your Data in the AI Era? w/ Dr Sue Keay
<p>In this episode of What The Tech Podcast (AU), we sat down with Dr Sue Keay – a leading voice in Australia’s AI and robotics ecosystem – to explore a question shaping the future of technology:</p><p><strong>Who owns the data behind AI — and who really benefits from it?</strong></p><p>As artificial intelligence moves from hype to real-world adoption, the conversation is no longer just about what AI can do. It’s about data ownership, decision-making, and how organisations build capability in an increasingly complex landscape.</p><p>We unpack what AI adoption actually looks like on the ground in Australia today, why many organisations are still stuck in experimentation, and what separates those who deliver real outcomes from those who fall behind. We also explore the growing importance of AI enablement inside organisations, the role of leadership and culture, and why data is becoming a true source of competitive advantage.</p><p>This is a grounded, practical conversation about AI in the real world — from boardrooms to industry, not theory or hype.</p><p>If you work in tech, leadership, or policy or are trying to understand where AI is heading in Australia, this episode will challenge how you think about data, ownership, and innovation.</p><p>🎧 New episodes monthly<br>You can also follow us on <a href="www.whatthetech.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Substack</a></p>
February 26, 2026
How AI Shapes Product Design w/ CJ
<p>In this episode of What The Tech Podcast (AU), we sit down with Christina Jones, Head of Design at Canva, to explore a question shaping the future of creativity:</p><p>How does AI change the way we design products used by millions of people?</p><p>As generative AI becomes embedded into everyday tools, design is no longer just about layout and aesthetics. It’s about systems thinking, experimentation, evaluation frameworks, and making responsible choices at scale.</p><p>We unpack what “good design” means in the age of AI, how teams evaluate AI-generated images and content before they reach users, and why AI literacy is becoming a core skill for designers and product leaders alike. Christina also shares insights on ethics, originality, cultural context, and the tension between automation and human craft.</p><p>This is a grounded, practical conversation about building AI responsibly inside real products — not theory, not hype.</p><p>If you work in tech, product, design, innovation, or policy, this episode will challenge how you think about creativity in the AI era.</p><p>🎧 New episodes monthly</p><p>You can also follow us on <a href="www.whatthetech.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Substack</a></p>
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