Engineering Stories & Life Lessons with Selvyn Wright

In this lively and heartwarming episode of The Agile Couple Podcast, host Leeanne McManus welcomes the unforgettable Selvyn Wright — a veteran software engineer, trainer, and storyteller with nearly four decades of experience in technology and teaching. From his beginnings in Birmingham, England, to his current adventures between the UK and Portugal, Selvyn shares a lifetime of insights about engineering, learning, resilience, and the art of connecting with people. What begins as a lighthearted chat quickly turns into a deep and often hilarious reflection on career evolution, mentorship, and the human side of tech. Leeanne and Selvyn’s chemistry, humor, and shared passion for learning make this episode both entertaining and inspiring.