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Skewb Ltd
by Skewb Ltd
Recordings from Skewbers, by Skewbers.
Episodes
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Voices to Glasgow: Changing the Conversation in Glasgow
In this episode, Christina Savas is joined by Sarah McMath, CEO of MOSL and National President of the Institute of Water, and Carol Cairns, Chief Asset Officer at Portsmouth Water. They discuss their very different routes into the water industry, how the sector has changed over the past 20-30...
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From Internship to Industry: Discovering a Career in Utilities
Join Ashwath as he reflects on his three-month journey at Skewb, from having little knowledge of the utilities industry to discovering new career opportunities and building valuable relationships. He shares his experiences across the business, the impact of working with industry experts, and how...
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Inside the UK Water Industry at the International Water Congress in Glasgow
What does it take to bring the UK water industry together on a global stage? Join host Christina Savvas as she speaks with Iain Price (Skewb) and Charlie Page (WaterAid), Co-Leads of the UK Pavilion, to explore the collaboration, innovation and passion behind one of the key features of the IWA...
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Beyond the Challenge: The stories, skills and innovation behind the IWA Operations Challenge
Beyond the Challenge at the International Water Congress in Glasgow The IWA Operations Challenge is being reimagined for a digital future. Join host Christina Savvas with Tony Summerscales (Skewb) and Will Casey (Capgemini) as they reveal how teams from around the world will compete in a...
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What can fresh perspectives teach us about the future of the workforce?
What is it really like stepping into the world of utilities for the very first time? In this episode, Kieran is joined by work experience students Sid, Lawrence and Eduardo as they reflect on their time at Skewb, sharing what they learned, what surprised them most, and how their perceptions of…
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Women in Water – Voices to Glasgow Ep 3
In this episode of Women in Water: Voices to Glasgow, Sarah Holland, Director of Operations at Thames Water and a mum of three, shares her journey into the sector, leading large-scale operations and navigating change. From championing future talent and inclusion to supporting women through key…
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The Chit Chat - Full Circle: The Making of a CEO
In this episode of the Chit Chat with Skewb Co-founder and CEO Shashi Seshadri, we take a step back to explore the making of a CEO. From early career experiences and influential mentors to the realities of scaling a business, Shashi shares honest reflections on leadership, authenticity and…
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What can a relationship spanning more than two decades teach us about trust, partnership and the power of community?
In this episode, Shashi is joined by Andy Davenport, his very first client manager from their days at British Gas Transco in 2000, alongside Andy's wife, Louise. Together, they reflect on a journey that has come full circle, from those early days in the industry to reconnecting at Skewb more than...
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Beyond Borders: Supporting Moldova's Most Vulnerable Children
What can a charity convoy teach us about the power of community and making a difference? In this episode, Dan shares his experience supporting vulnerable children in Moldova through a charity aid convoy, helping to deliver vital resources and support the development of a hospital ward in Europe's...
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From Elite Sport to the Workplace: Rethinking Wellbeing
What can elite athletes teach the corporate world about performance, wellbeing and resilience? In this episode, Dave Horrocks, co-founder of PEAK4 and former performance specialist at top football clubs including Manchester United, shares how lessons from elite sport can transform the way we...
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Women in Water – Voices to Glasgow Ep 2
Women in Water – Voices to Glasgow In this episode, host Christina Savvas brings together an inspiring panel of voices from across the water sector - each with a unique journey, but all united by a shared purpose. Featuring: Anna Boyles, Client Service Director at Stantec Nicole McNab, Head of...
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The Chit Chat: May Momentum
During the latest Chit Chat, Shashi reflected on the successful wrap of the FY27 business planning rollout - a significant milestone for the organisation and one that sets the tone for the year ahead. It was an opportunity to step back and recognise the collective effort behind the process, as…
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Women in Water – Voices to Glasgow: Control Rooms, Collaboration and the People Powering Water
In this episode, we kick off a special podcast series looking ahead to the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition 2026, featuring women from across the water sector exploring what’s changing and what matters most. Hosted by Christina Savvas, and joined by Gill Edwards and Jasmin Kamal from Skewb,...
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Skewdio 200
Two hundred episodes. A milestone built on curiosity, conversation and a commitment to keep learning. Skewdio isn’t just a podcast. It’s a space for reflection, for sharing, and for growth. A place where ideas are explored, perspectives are challenged, and progress is shaped through conversation....
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Learning & Growth with Prof Prashant Pillai MBE
What does it really take to invest in learning and turn it into meaningful growth? Christina is joined by Skewbers Joe Parkes and Graham Thwaites, alongside Prof Prashant Pillai MBE from Wolverhampton University, an award winning academic leader and visionary with over 20 years of UK Higher...
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The Chit Chat: Spring Forward
What does it really take to turn momentum into progress? Christina Savvas is joined by Skewb CEO Shashi Seshadri to reflect on a pivotal moment for the business and the sector. From a busy year‑end quarter and bold new deployments like Control Room, to responsible AI, collaboration across the…
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Safety at Scale: Leadership, Responsibility and Critical Infrastructure
In this episode, David Garner, Director of Safety, Health and Environment at Cadent, reflects on the true scale of safety leadership in critical infrastructure. He discusses the responsibility that comes with protecting thousands of employees, an extensive supply chain and millions of customers…
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Built by Difference: Louise Hooper
In the sixth and final episode of Built By Difference, Christina Savvas is joined by Business Planning Lead, Louise Hooper, for a conversation about ambition, imposter syndrome and having the courage to step into something new. From walking into corporate finance at just 19, to spending years...
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Built by Difference: Anna Stoll
In our next episode of Built By Difference, Christina Savvas sits down with Anna to explore what it really means to earn your seat on merit, not as a token presence, but because you bring perspective, capability and impact. From her work at Skewb to her non-executive roles, and completing a PhD...
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Built By Difference: Harriet Chunu‑McClatchey
In this empowering episode of Built By Difference, we sit down with Harriet Chunu‑McClatchey - Style Coach™ and Founder of Radiant Styling - for a powerful conversation about personal brand, confidence and the impact of showing up as your truest self. Harriet shares how intentionally shaping how...
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Built By Difference: Nic Evans
From sofa‑surfing apprentice to sector leader, Nic Evans shares how resilience, authenticity and brave career moves shaped her 37‑year journey - now Director of Gas Transition & Futures and only the second female President of IGEM. Press play for hard‑won lessons and fresh energy. In this…
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Skewdio: Insights with the Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce
In this episode of the Skewdio Podcast, Christina Savvas sits down with Corin Crane, Chief Executive of the Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing businesses today. From rising costs and recruitment issues to international trade and…
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Built By Difference: Eloise Blaxall
In this latest episode of Built By Difference, Christina Savvas sits down with Eloise Blaxall, Quality & Compliance manager at Skewb, for a powerful and deeply human conversation about resilience, culture, identity and carving your own path. Eloise’s story spans borders - from a multicultural...
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Built By Difference: Indu Seshadri
Welcome to Built By Difference - Skewb’s new podcast series celebrating the people, stories, and experiences that shape who we are. In our debut episode, host Christina Savvas sits down with Skewb co‑founder Indu Seshadri for an honest conversation about people‑first leadership, resilience,...
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Inside Skewb: Joe Parkes on Leading People Through Change
In this week’s podcast episode, we sit down with Skewb's new People and Transformation Director, Joe Parkes, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to lead people through change. Joe shares the unexpected journey that took him from aspiring lawyer to HR leader, the early…
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Engineering Change in Wastewater – with Emily Timmins
Emily Timmins, Director of Water Recycling at Anglian Water, leads with vision, energy and a deep sense of purpose in one of the most critical areas of national infrastructure. With a passion for environmental stewardship, engineering excellence and championing women in utilities, Emily has…
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Movember Podcast: Insights With Chris
In the latest episode in The Skewdio, we sit down with Chris Rhodes to talk about Men’s mental health. Chris shares how far we’ve come in the last 10–20 years - how talking openly about struggles is now seen as strength, not weakness. He reflects on his own health challenges and why breaking the...
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Rachel Reeves’ Second Budget – Insights with Skewb
In The Skewdio, we talk about how Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her second Budget,and Steve Douglas breaks down the key points.
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The Chit Chat - Winter Focus
This episode explores winter as a season of reflection, renewal, and determination. It emphasizes the importance of setting meaningful goals now to shape success in the months ahead. New Chit Chat host Christina Savvas speaks with Shashi about staying strong and adaptable-both professionally and...
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Movember Ep 1: Insights With Paul
In honour of Movember and Men’s Mental Health Month, Matthew sits down with Paul to discusswhat the movement means to him, his own experiences with mental health and the ongoing need to raise awareness and break the stigma around it.
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80 Years of Water Shaping the Future Together
Join us for a special episode celebrating 80 years of the Institute of Water. Katie sits down with Gabrielle Mandell, CEO of iWater, and Kara Sadler, National Chair, to explore the Institute’s remarkable journey, from its founding by Allen Bolton in 1945 as an all-male association, to today’s...
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A Celebration of a Life in Gas
On Monday, November 3rd, 2025, Bob Murray marked an incredible milestone... 50 years in the gas industry. To celebrate his remarkable career, Skewb took Skewdio on Tour for a special surprise edition in his honour. Joining the celebration were Bob’s wife Kay, our CEO and Co-Founder Shashi, and...
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Breaking Ground: The Future of Street Works
Join Skewb and Street Works UK as we explore some of the biggest shifts transforming the utilities sector in 2025 and beyond. Following months of negotiation with the Environment Agency, the new Material Classification Protocol officially came into effect on October 1st, 2025, marking a major...
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Sarah Horne: Behind the Blooms
Skewb sits down with Sarah Horne, an internationally renowned creative floral artist whose incredible career includes three Chelsea Gold Medals for Professional Floristry, the prestigious title of Chelsea Florist of the Year, and a Royal Leamington Spa flower shop that’s reached the UK Flower…
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The Chit Chat Ep 12 - Evolution
Change is the only constant and in this month's episode of the Chit Chat, we're excited to introduce Shashi's new co-host Christina Savvas, whose fresh perspective and insights mark the next chapter of the series. This episode explores the theme of "Evolution"; what it means to grow, adapt and...
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Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
October 12th – 18th marks OCD Awareness Week, which encourages people to educate themselves more about the mental health condition, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In this podcast, we sit down with Jools Aspinall from Skewb Climate who was diagnosed with OCD in her thirties. She shares insights…
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The Chit Chat - Change
In Episode 11 of The Chit Chat, Shashi and Jess are back in their original 1-1 format, returning to form and keeping it classic. This time, they dive into the theme of change: exploring the power of challenges, how to tackle them, what they teach us, and how to come out stronger on the other...
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Sustainability with Lucy Prior
Strategic growth advisor Lucy Prior MBE MSc joined Eloise in the studio for an inspiring conversation on sustainability, culture, and community, topics that are vital not only for the planet but also for the wellbeing of people and organisations. Special thanks to Lucy Prior for bringing her...
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National Customer Service Week
We're getting involved with National Customer Service Week this year, and Monday's theme is "Evolving Customer Needs' - to bring it to life Alex is joined in the Skewdio with Chris and Fay to look at the changing landscape we've seen since lockdown, how things are changing in Water & Energy and...
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Rajiv & Neena
Our co-founders, Shashi and Indu Seshadri, are joined by their longtime friends, Rajiv and Neena, for a heartfelt and engaging discussion - sharing stories, insights, and laughter.
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The Team Behind the Merch: Conversation with Dr Print
His work is every where within the Skewb offices and beyond. Our note books, our pens, our posters, our signage and more… everything is created by Dr Print and his team in Birmingham. Despite working with Skewb for more than 6 years, this was the first time Gurjote Nandra stepped into our offices...
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Utilities in Malaysia and the UK
James Ganendra joins us to share his unique insights from across the utilities sector, both in Malaysia and the UK. He draws on the countries' similarities and differences when it comes to their transition to hydrogen and the paths that have shaped them.
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Meet IGEM’s new President – Nic Evans
Meet Nicola Evans, the newly appointed President of the Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers (IGEM). In this video, Nicola, who is also Director of Gas Transition & Futures at Skewb, shares her vision for the future of the gas and energy industry, highlighting her commitment to innovation,...
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Skewb Life 200: A Conversation with our CEO
Skewb Life was born from an idea of Shashi’s to provide a weekly update from across the business and create a community where all Skewbers’ voices are heard. In this special podcast live from the office, Shashi and Kieran reflect on the journey they’ve been on with Skewb Life, what it has brought...
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Networking for Success – In Conversation with Kara Sadler
In this episode, we’re joined by Kara Sadler, Head of Water Quality at South Staffs Water, Chartered Scientist, and Vice Chair of the Institute of Water Board.Kara shares her personal journey through the water industry – from early career roles to national leadership positions – and offers…
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Skewb's Brand Canvas
We recently unveiled the Skewb Brand Canvas. This is the wheel that now guides us on our Media and Marketing journey, helping us set goals for the new financial year and holding us true to our core purpose as we continue to grow. In this podcast, the Brand and Marketing team dive into what "the...
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The Chit Chat Episode 9 - The New World
In the ninth episode of The Chit Chat, Shashi, Rob, Gurvinder and Tony talk about Skewb's venture into the US.
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Skewb sits down with our Co-Founder's parents
Something very special happened at our June CEO Meeting; we got to hear from Shashi's parents. Not only did his father speak to the company about ways to uphold Skewb values in our every day lives, but his mother and father both joined us in the Skewdio to record a podcast. Hear more about their...
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Mens Mental Health - Steve
To mark Mens Mental Health Awareness, which runs throughout November, we are delving into the often-overlooked conversations around men’s mental wellbeing. Each week, we’ll sit down with a different Skewber who will share his journey with mental health. This week, James Tyreman sits down with…
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Mens Mental Health: Kieran
To mark Mens Mental Health Awareness, which runs throughout November, we are delving into the often-overlooked conversations around men’s mental wellbeing. Each week, we’ll sit down with a different Skewber who will share his journey with mental health.
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