Skip to content
The Ready Podcast podcast artwork

PODCAST · business

The Ready Podcast

by ReadyTech

Leading thinkers in the fields of education, employment and technology come together to share their personal work stories and challenge the outmoded thinking, business models, community assumptions and policies being reshaped or upended by technology.

Publisher-supplied feed metadata · PodParley refreshed Apr 11, 2026 · Source feed

Episodes

  1. S2E7 – Beyond the hype: the economics and ethics of strategic AI integration with Andy Nolan (Thoughtworks)

    In this episode of the Ready Podcast, we venture deeper into the game-changing world of artificial intelligence with Andy Nolan, Director of Emerging Technologies at Thoughtworks. With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Andy has spearheaded advancements in AI and computer vision…

    more
  2. S2E6 – Shifting the paradigm on disability employment and inclusion with Wayne Herbert (LEAD)

    In the latest episode of the Ready Podcast, we embark on an insightful journey into the life and advocacy of Wayne Herbert, a distinguished presenter, author of Anecdotes of a Disabled Gay, and all-round global rockstar recognised extensively for his work in championing disability rights and…

    more
  3. S2E5 – AI Unleashed: Transforming Work and Beyond with Rachel Bondi (Microsoft)

    From the boardroom to the barbeque, the transformative opportunity of AI has taken centre stage in recent times, captivating minds and sparking debate and conversations that resonate far and wide. But as the dust settles on arguably the defining technology of our time, how should we look to…

    more
  4. S2E4 – Building Access, Transformation & Trust in the Justice System with Michael Talbot

    The justice system is filled with institutions that are both revered and steeped in tradition. But is this proud history a barrier or an enabler to access and innovation? Michael Talbot has devoted much of his career to innovating and challenging new ways of thinking in the justice sector. As...

  5. S2E3 – How to Access and Unlock Overlooked Potential in the Workforce (with Dr Jo Ingold)

    Surfacing, engaging and retaining talent in a time of critical skills shortages is a front-of-mind concern for many of us. It certainly is for Dr Jo Ingold, who has dedicated decades of her life to researching employability and connecting employers with under-leveraged talent. And Jo isn’t…

    more
  6. S2E2 – How to Take Risks and Change the World with Emma Weston (AgriDigital)

    Emma Weston’s journey to success wasn’t a linear one. From her fresh-out-of-uni career in law, to her time as an agribusiness executive and director of various industry associations, Emma’s ‘patchwork quilt’ of experiences has led her to where she is today: staking her claim as CEO and co-founder...

  7. S2E1 – Your Mini Digital Transformation Masterclass with Mark Cameron (W3.Digital)

    Digital transformation still confuses leaders and organisations. But ask W3.Digital CEO Mark Cameron what it is and how to do it, and you can expect to strap in for an illuminating tour through decades of digital experience and evolution, to ‘connect the dots’ and turn a complex challenge into...

  8. S1E15 –Atlassian’s ‘no BS’ Take on Tech, Vocational Education and Government with David Masters (Atlassian)

    Atlassian is Australia’s big global technology success story. It’s also a tech firm known for straight-talking leadership, going all-in on innovative approaches to work and backing its purpose and values with real-world actions that it says are now expected by Aussie employees and the wider...

  9. S1E14 – Skills and TAFE in a Digital World with Craig Robertson (TAFE Directors Australia)

    The digital world is transforming business, jobs and the skills required for learners across every industry. With fast-paced change driven by continuous innovation and new technology, the TAFE and wider Vocational Education and Training (VET) industry is grappling with new ways to skill up...

  10. S1E13 – Decoding the World of Business Technology with Matt Paff (vSure)

    Why should businesses make decisions holistically around technology? How has HR, CRM and ERP evolved? And where are they heading, especially with the sudden impact of COVID-19? In the latest WorkED episode, Marc Washbourne sits down with vSure’s Managing Director and veteran of the business...

  11. S1E12 – Fighting for Potential with Tom Moore (WithYouWithMe)

    Tom Moore is a man on a mission – and it’s not about making you comfortable. A self-described ‘monster’ since childhood, he has put his confrontational character to work for good as the founder of WithYouWithMe, which supports veterans transition back into work. His approach has been so…

    more
  12. S1E11 – Payroll: The New Normal with Tracy Angwin (Australian Payroll Association)

    Payroll is a vitally important business function, yet it is often treated as an afterthought. Thanks to the vast challenges of the year 2020 – both regulatory and economic – there is now a transformational journey underway in the way employers think about payroll’s role in the future of work....

  13. S1E10 – Work, Financial Security and Hope with Mariam Mohammed (MoneyGirl)

    Mariam Mohammed is no stranger to hope. As a young migrant who came to Australia from Pakistan with just $300, she has been an eye-witness to how education and financial security can transform lives on her journey to found financial education business MoneyGirl and become an AFR Woman of…

    more
  14. S1E9 – Our Intelligent Online Learning Future with Daniel Fish (GO1)

    The world of online and digital learning has taken on new importance during COVID-19. With the need for educators and organisations to migrate learning offerings from face-to-face to online, there’s been a rush to understand the ‘how’ of getting content to students to keep businesses running.…

    more
  15. S1E8 – The Age of The Employer-Employee Alliance with Daniel Cohen (Flare HR)

    Master-servant-style employer-employee relationships are a hangover from times past. Though many employers hold on to the vestiges of traditional workplace cultures, the reality is they are fast being replaced by a much closer and more fruitful partnership between employers and employees. Will…

    more
  16. S1E7 – Finding Your ‘Second-Half Hero’ with Mark Hodgson (Leadership Coach)

    The working world we all inhabit is more volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous than ever, something that can be particularly challenging when we reach our 40s and 50s. Could career reinvention through finding our ‘second-half hero’ be the answer for us and our organisations? On this episode…

    more
  17. S1E6 – The Digital Credentials Explosion with David Kinsella (Everitas)

    Digital credentials or ‘badging’ promises to transform education and training by turning the knowledge and skills we possess into a digital form that is more relevant to modern employers. But what does this mean for educators and are digital credentials about to explode? On this episode of WorkED...

  18. S1E5 – Why Meaning and Purpose Matter in the Future of Work with Darren Coppin (Esher House)

    What do we really know about meaning and purpose? Why do we feel like we have less of them than ever? Is there any way we can bring more meaning and purpose into everyday education and work? On this episode of WorkED Marc Washbourne sits down with behavioural science extraordinaire Darren Coppin...

  19. S1E4 – The Employability ‘Hurricane’ with Mark Pettitt (Edified)

    A university education used to be about higher learning rather than getting a job. That conversation has turned upside down, with universities now caught in the eye of a new employability ‘hurricane’. ReadyTech CEO Marc Washbourne sits down with the founder of education consultancy Edified, Mark...

  20. S1E3 – The Gig Economy and Remote Work with Andrew Joyce (Found Careers)

    The gig economy once promised to set workers free from office cubicles and give businesses a way to engage flexible workforces at will. But is the reality short-changing employees and employers? ReadyTech CEO Marc Washbourne sits down with the co-founder of app-based job platform Found, Andrew...

  21. S1E2 – The Millennial Mind with Saxon Phipps (Year 13)

    What do millennials really think about education and work and are we failing to support their success? In this episode of WorkED, ReadyTech CEO Marc Washbourne sits down with Year 13 co-founder Saxon Phipps for a challenging conversation about millennials, meaning and the future of work.…

    more
  22. S1E1 – Reinventing Education with Sara Caplan (PwC Australia)

    In WorkED’s first podcast, we sit down with leading workforce skills and education thinker Sara Caplan, the current national skills lead at PwC, and take on higher ed around the world, the resurgence of vocational education, and her call for employers to get busy playing a role as the reskillers…

    more
  23. S1E0 – Welcome to WorkED!

    Introducing the #WorkEDpodcast featuring ReadyTech's very own CEO, Marc Washbourne. Listen in as leading thinkers in the fields of education, employment and technology come together to share their personal work stories and challenge current work and education models.

Type above to search every episode's transcript for a word or phrase. Matches are scoped to this podcast.

Searching…

We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.

No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.

Showing of matches

TOPICS IN THIS SHOW

Click any topic to search every transcript on PodParley for moments someone mentioned it.

Loading reviews...

ABOUT THIS SHOW

Leading thinkers in the fields of education, employment and technology come together to share their personal work stories and challenge the outmoded thinking, business models, community assumptions and policies being reshaped or upended by technology.

HOSTED BY

ReadyTech

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Ready Podcast have?

The Ready Podcast currently has 23 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Ready Podcast about?

Leading thinkers in the fields of education, employment and technology come together to share their personal work stories and challenge the outmoded thinking, business models, community assumptions and policies being reshaped or upended by technology.

How often does The Ready Podcast release new episodes?

The Ready Podcast has 23 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to The Ready Podcast?

You can listen to The Ready Podcast on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts The Ready Podcast?

The Ready Podcast is created and hosted by ReadyTech.
URL copied to clipboard!