Best Brave Software Podcasts (2025)

1
#130 Slides, Science, and Shaping the Future: Building Brave Cultures from Playgrounds to Boardrooms 56:53

3d ago56:53

56:53

"Let people twist, turn, and break your product a little — that's where the magic happens." In this special ScanAgile 25 edition, hosts Jim and Sander sit down with Linda Liukas — renowned author, educator, and playground designer — for a rich conversation about creativity, risk, resilience, and the future of learning and public spaces. Linda share…

1
#129 Building Resilience and Embracing Change: The Path to Agile Success with Tricia Broderick 56:55

10d ago56:55

56:55

"Resilience isn’t about avoiding change; it’s about learning to thrive within it." Join us for a special live episode of the Mastering Agility Podcast, recorded at the ScanAgile Conference 2025! Our guest, Tricia Broderick, is a leadership expert, coach, and passionate advocate for building high-performing and resilient teams. In this insightful co…

1
EP11: How Relationships Built a $300 Million Construction Business 38:45

15d ago38:45

38:45

Episode 11 Systems and strategies are important, but people are the backbone of every business. For Trey Snider, Co-founder and CEO of O'Donnell/Snider Construction, success comes down to relationships, strong leadership, and company culture. In this episode, we talk about the key factors that led to the impressive growth of O'Donnell/Snider Constr…

1
#128 Starry Nights and Soulless Office: Jim and Sander on Van Gogh, Corporate Dementors, and the Art of Mastery 58:43

17d ago58:43

58:43

"I don’t like the phrase 'meet people where they are.' If you only do that, it’s too easy for everyone to settle. Instead, I try to meet them a half-step ahead—and take them on a field trip to what’s possible." In this episode, Jim and Sander talk about the pursuit of mastery, how to inspire growth, and why being too comfortable can kill progress. …

1
#127 Rowing in the Same Direction: Strategic Agility with Co-Founder and CEO of Dragonboat Becky Flint 54:50

1M ago54:50

54:50

"We don't do the thinking for you—we surface signals out of the noise." In this episode of Mastering Agility, Sander and Jim sit down with Becky Flint, CEO and Co-Founder of Dragon Boat, to discuss the importance of strategic agility and value-driven product management. Becky shares her journey from working at PayPal to founding Dragon Boat, a prod…

1
Serving as a Spouse: Chasing Careers While Serving at Home 35:22

1M ago35:22

35:22

In our latest Service to Software podcast episode, host Greg Drobny welcomes guest Amanda Huffman—writer, speaker, podcaster, and advocate for military spouses. Amanda, creator of "Airman to Mom," shares her unique insights into the challenges military spouses face when building careers while supporting their families on the homefront. As a former …

1
EP10: Breaking Barriers and Building a Business That Lasts w/ Sue Burnett 47:50

1M ago47:50

47:50

Tough times in business don’t last, but tough leaders do. Sue Burnett started her career in the 1970s, a time when few women held leadership roles and even fewer were business owners. In this episode, she shares how she went from making minimum wage and needing her husband’s signature to get a business loan to building an award-winning staffing com…

1
#126 Agile: Alive and Evolving with Arie van Bennekum 37:00

1M ago37:00

37:00

"When people say Agile is dead, most of them have never seen it really working." In this insightful episode, Sander sits down with Arie van Bennekum, one of the co-authors of the Agile Manifesto, to discuss the current state of Agile, common misconceptions, and the evolving nature of agile practices in modern organizations. Arie shares his thoughts…

1
#125 From Pivotitis to Product Perfection: Fighting Product Diseases with Radhika Dutt 1:00:59

2M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Radhika Dutt, the mind behind Radical Product Thinking. Radhika challenges the conventional wisdom of product development, explaining why big, vague visions, shallow strategies, and blind iteration often lead teams astray. She introduces us to the Radical Product Thinking framework, which helps teams av…

1
#124 Survival, Strength, and Saving Lives: Arjan Erkel on 607 Days in Captivity and Rescuing Girls from Exploitation 1:24:29

2M ago1:24:29

1:24:29

In this gripping episode, Sander and Jim sit down with Arjan Erkel, who shares his harrowing experience of being kidnapped and held hostage for 607 days in Dagestan. Arjan walks us through the terrifying moment of his abduction, the psychological battles he faced in captivity, and the resilience that helped him survive. He also discusses his remark…

1
#123 Curiosity and Crust: What Sourdough Teaches About Agile with Tammy Gretz 59:42

2M ago59:42

59:42

In this episode, Jim sits down with Tammy Gretz, an Agile and Design Thinking coach based in Central Ohio. They dive deep into the nuances of coaching, the value of curiosity and partnership, and how these concepts relate to agile methodologies and design thinking. They also touch on topics like personal growth, learning through experimentation, an…

1
023 - Apple Removes ADP in the UK, the Privacy Implications and Listener Q&A 30:35

2M ago30:35

30:35

In this episode, we dive into Apple’s latest privacy retreat with the removal of Advanced Data Protection (ADP) for iCloud in the UK. We break down why Apple made this move, how ADP works, and what it means for users who care about encryption and data security. If you’re in the UK and using Apple’s ecosystem, this episode is a must-listen as I cove…

1
Where Software Engineering Meets CyberSecurity 32:41

3M ago32:41

32:41

In this episode, Daniel Tolczyk is the guest. Daniel is a 2020 graduate of Code Platoon. After graduating, Daniel began his tech career as an Applications Programmer at Motorola Solutions. After a year in programming, he transitioned to Motorola's Information Security Department. Daniel is currently a CyberSecurity Engineer at Fresenius Kabi. In th…

1
Engineering Defense-Navigating the Digital Battlefield 36:13

3M ago36:13

36:13

In this episode of Veteran Voices in Code, Greg sits down with Jose Delgado, a Code Platoon alum with a unique background in both military and tech. Jose shares his journey from studying computer science at The Citadel to serving as a Cryptologic Warfare Officer in the U.S. Navy, where he played a crucial role in intelligence operations during the …

1
Harnessing VR&E Benefits to Launch a Tech Career 27:25

3M ago27:25

27:25

In this episode, Greg sits down with Marion Gordon, a Navy veteran who was able to use his VR&E disability benefits to attend Code Platoon and launch his career in tech. The VR&E program can empower your journey to a rewarding career in the tech industry. Administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VR&E provides essential support to Ve…

1
#122 Anchors, Bold Moves, and Flies on Urinals: The Subtle Power of Behavioral Science with Phill Agnew 55:22

3M ago55:22

55:22

💡 Description: In this thought-provoking episode of Mastering Agility, Jim and Marge sit down with Phil Agnew, host of the UK’s #1 marketing podcast, Nudge. Together, they explore the fascinating world of behavioral science, revealing how subtle nudges shape our decisions, from marketing campaigns to everyday life. Discover the psychology behind wh…

1
EP9: From Engineer to Tech CEO: How Shared Vision Can Drive Success w/ Adarsh Karia 45:27

3M ago45:27

45:27

Entrepreneurs start their journey with a plan, but great leaders balance their vision with collaboration. Today’s conversation with Adarsh Karia, CEO of Indigo Beam, offers a look at the entrepreneurial mindset in action: from solving market and organizational problems to impactful leadership. In this episode, we dive into the world of digital tran…

1
022 - Deep Dive into Session Private Messenger with Co-Founder Kee Jefferys 1:10:13

3M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into Session, a private messaging app, with its co-founder Kee Jefferys. We discuss the philosophy behind Session, its technical architecture, and the broader implications of privacy in a world increasingly hostile to anonymous communication. Kee shares insights on the importance of decentralized networks…

1
#121 Wise bees, optimized Learning and acceptable Discomfort: Mastering Agility Hosts and Ryan Brook Reflect on 2024 1:08:01

3M ago1:08:01

1:08:01

In this reflective and inspiring year-end episode of Mastering Agility, hosts Sander Dur and Jim Sammons are joined by "Solving For Value" co-author and "evil twin" Ryan Brook, along with editor extraordinaire Marge Scheuerer, for a conversation about leadership, agility, and the ever-elusive definition of success. From personal growth in 2024 to t…

1
#120 From Critique to Connection: The Path to Growth and Connection through feedback with James De Mulder 1:13:41

3M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Description: In this episode, Sander and Jim dive deep into the art and science of feedback. Joined by James De Mulder, they explore the nuances of giving and receiving feedback, its role in personal and team growth, and the challenges that come with it. Learn how principles from Nonviolent Communication (NVC) can transform feedback into a powerful…

1
021 - Digital Minimalism and Why Your Messages Aren't Really Private 41:26

3M ago41:26

41:26

In this week's episode we dive deep into both the psychological and privacy implications of social media apps. I reflect on my observations during recent travels, and explore how social media platforms are distorting human connections while simultaneously collecting vast amounts of personal data. The episode also tackles the technical aspects of em…

1
EP8: Secrets to Revenue Growth for Private Equity Companies w/Summer Craig 52:19

4M ago52:19

52:19

How can private equity-backed portfolio companies achieve sustainable growth? The Craig Group has a solution: digital sales, focused marketing and data-driven customer success. In this episode, Summer Craig shares how her revenue growth advisory firm helps businesses align key functions, overcome growth challenges, and build scalable systems. Learn…

1
#119 Solving for Value with Ryan Brook and Sander Dur 1:01:46

4M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

In this conversation, Jim talks to Sander, and Ryan about their book 'Solving for Value', exploring its motivations, tone, and the importance of authenticity and empathy in consultancy. They delve into the complexities of work relationships, the significance of critical thinking, and the shared struggles many face in their professional lives. The d…

1
020 - The State of Privacy in 2025 57:50

4M ago57:50

57:50

This week on The Lockdown, The Practical Privacy & Security Podcast, we’re kicking off the new year with reflections, updates, and a deep dive into key privacy issues that are shaping 2025. From privacy settings on iOS and GrapheneOS, to AI assistants and their potential privacy pitfalls, this episode covers practical advice, insights, and solution…

1
019 - A Conversation with Luke Mulks from Brave Software 1:01:43

5M ago1:01:43

1:01:43

In this episode I speak with Luke Mulks, who is the VP of Business Operations at Brave Software. We discuss the privacy concerns over traditional web-based ads, and why Brave is offering a privacy-first alternative. Show Links: Brave Software: https://brave.com/podcast/ The Brave Technologist Podcast: https://brave.com/podcast/ "Well who's gonna mo…

1
EP 7: From Stand-Up to Start-Up: Building a Global Software Brand with Chris Heard 44:38

5M ago44:38

44:38

Every entrepreneur's journey is different, but hard work is the common thread in each story. In this episode, Chris Heard, founder of Olive Technologies, reflects on his unique path from a stand-up comedian to selling insurance and now scaling a software company that’s redefining the RFP process. We discuss how he overcame the early challenges of a…

1
#118 Agile Alchemy: Turning Refinement into Gold 30:27

5M ago30:27

30:27

"Refinement is about gathering enough information to get started, not pre-cooking the entire task." In this episode of Mastering Agility, Jim and Sander explore the concept of Refinement in agile teams, discussing its purpose in creating shared understanding, adding details, and aligning on goals. Refinement isn’t about perfect planning but ensurin…

1
018 - Back to the Basics and not Overthinking Privacy 49:11

5M ago49:11

49:11

In this episode, we go back to the basics as I discuss what I would do today if I were starting from scratch. It begins with deleting social media accounts, especially Facebook. Additionally, we have an update from Optery in response to listener feedback. We discuss tools like LibreWolf, Brave, and GrapheneOS, and compare privacy approaches for mob…

1
#117 - Beyond Frameworks: Ambition, AI, and Agility - Part 2 41:11

5M ago41:11

41:11

In this podcast episode, Jim and Sander discuss the final stages of Sander and Ryan Brooks's upcoming book, Solving for Value: A Journey of Ambition and Stupidity. Sander shares his excitement around the book's December 1st release and the launch event. The book, originally focused on Scrum, evolved to address broader challenges around creating val…

1
#117 - Beyond Frameworks: Ambition, AI, and Agility - Part 1 26:51

6M ago26:51

26:51

In this podcast episode, Jim and Sander discuss the final stages of Sander and Ryan Brooks's upcoming book, Solving for Value: A Journey of Ambition and Stupidity. Sander shares his excitement around the book's December 1st release and the launch event. The book, originally focused on Scrum, evolved to address broader challenges around creating val…

1
EP6: From Dorm Room Brewer to Saint Arnold Brewery: How Brock Wagner Pioneered a Craft Beer Legacy 49:29

6M ago49:29

49:29

Episode 06 In the fledgling craft brewery industry in the early 1990s, Saint Arnold found a way to succeed and make an impact. Now the oldest craft brewery in Texas, it continues to grow even as competition has exploded. Founder Brock Wagner’s passion for homebrewing laid the foundation that made Saint Arnold’s a staple in the Houston community and…

1
#116 Neurodiversity in Scrum Teams with Anita Kalmane-Boot - Part 2 40:00

6M ago40:00

40:00

summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and Anita Kalmane-Boot explore the concept of neurodivergence, discussing its implications in personal and professional settings. They delve into the definitions of neurodiversity and neurodivergent conditions, share personal experiences, and highlight the importance of understanding and accommodating neurod…

1
#116 Neurodiversity in Scrum Teams with Anita Kalmane-Boot - Part 1 28:17

6M ago28:17

28:17

summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and Anita Kalmane-Boot explore the concept of neurodivergence, discussing its implications in personal and professional settings. They delve into the definitions of neurodiversity and neurodivergent conditions, share personal experiences, and highlight the importance of understanding and accommodating neurod…

1
#115 Hosts against Humanity: A tale of Scrum, Smurfs & big decisions - Part 2 38:52

6M ago38:52

38:52

This episode features an interview with the hosts of Mastering Agility who discuss their personal and professional journeys into Agile. Sander and Jim share how they transitioned into the Scrum Master role from various career paths. Both highlight the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and servant leadership in their Agile work. Jim i…

1
#115 Hosts against Humanity: A tale of Scrum, Smurfs & big decisions - Part 1 33:38

6M ago33:38

33:38

This episode features an interview with the hosts of Mastering Agility who discuss their personal and professional journeys into Agile. Sander and Jim share how they transitioned into the Scrum Master role from various career paths. Both highlight the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and servant leadership in their Agile work. Jim i…

1
017 - Privacy During a Natural Disaster, Self-Hosting Nextcloud, Backblaze B2 & Restic, and Farewell Firefox 56:25

7M ago56:25

56:25

In this episode, recorded on October 10, 2024, I dive into privacy and security during natural disasters, highlighting essential tools like iOS 18’s satellite messaging and Starlink for maintaining communication when traditional systems fail. Next I dive into self-hosting in depth, particularly focusing on Nextcloud for privacy-conscious file sync.…

1
#114 - Agile HR: From Managing to Empowering Employees with Riina Hellstrom - Part 2 38:03

7M ago38:03

38:03

Summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and his guest Riina Hellstrom explore the evolving role of HR in organizations, emphasizing the shift from traditional "resource management" to a more agile, empowering approach. They discuss the importance of adopting an agile mindset in HR practices, the impact of AI on the workforce, and the necessity for…

1
#114 - Agile HR: From Managing to Empowering Employees with Riina Hellstrom - Part 1 30:32

7M ago30:32

30:32

Summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and his guest Riina Hellstrom explore the evolving role of HR in organizations, emphasizing the shift from traditional "resource management" to a more agile, empowering approach. They discuss the importance of adopting an agile mindset in HR practices, the impact of AI on the workforce, and the necessity for…

1
#113 The end of the Goldrush? The Agile Crisis with Jurgen Appelo - Part 2 46:48

7M ago46:48

46:48

"The way we have been working for the last 20 years with standard frameworks and methodologies, we're going to leave behind." Summary In this conversation Sander Dur, Jim Sammons and their guest Jurgen Appelo explore the impact of the current crisis on the agile community and the need for adaptation and learning new skills. They discuss the concept…

1
#113 The end of the Goldrush? The Agile Crisis with Jurgen Appelo - Part 1 36:23

7M ago36:23

36:23

"The way we have been working for the last 20 years with standard frameworks and methodologies, we're going to leave behind." Summary In this conversation Sander Dur, Jim Sammons and their guest Jurgen Appelo explore the impact of the current crisis on the agile community and the need for adaptation and learning new skills. They discuss the concept…

1
#112 The Product Operating Model with Chris Jones - Part 2 35:52

7M ago35:52

35:52

summary In this conversation, hosts Sander Dur and Jim Sammons discuss various topics including the impact of books, the secrecy of Apple, consumer behavior, and the product operating model with their guest Chris Jones. They explore the concept of the product operating model, which focuses on shifting from output-oriented approaches to outcome-orie…

1
#112 The Product Operating Model with Chris Jones - Part 1 32:54

7M ago32:54

32:54

summary In this conversation, hosts Sander Dur and Jim Sammons discuss various topics including the impact of books, the secrecy of Apple, consumer behavior, and the product operating model with their guest Chris Jones. They explore the concept of the product operating model, which focuses on shifting from output-oriented approaches to outcome-orie…

1
357: Being a Developer Advocate at ServiceNow with Chuck Tomasi 35:15

8M ago35:15

35:15

Chuck Tomasi is a Developer Advocate at ServiceNow. He loves to share what he has learned with the developer community through blogs, videos, live streams, podcasts and books. Top 3 Career Tips 1. The best time to make mistakes is early in your career. 2. You need to learn how to deal with senior management. 3. Invest in building and developing rel…

1
016 - Privacy Discussion with Tyler from EasyOptOuts 1:06:58

8M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

In this episode, we have a special guest, Tyler Murphy, co-founder of EasyOptOuts, a data removal service focused on helping people remove their personal information from publicly accessible people search sites. Tyler discusses the inspiration behind EasyOptOuts, the challenges of maintaining privacy in a world of constant data breaches, and offers…

1
#111 Raging Against Fake Agile with Gillie & Marge 49:16

8M ago49:16

49:16

In this episode, the Mastering Agility Podcast-team discusses various misunderstandings and misapplications of Agile practices, particularly how Agile is often reduced to a set of tools or deadlines rather than its core principles of flexibility and value-driven work. Key points include: Agile can be misused to push unfinished work or prioritize sp…

1
356: You Need to Think Like Your Boss with Zhuoyue Wang 18:43

8M ago18:43

18:43

Zhuoyue Wang is a senior software engineer on the space management team at Oracle. He’s the team lead for memory management in the database kernel. Top 3 Career Tips 1. Identify your strengths and interests. Find your unique position within the industry. Distinguish yourself from others. Enable people to remember you because of your characteristics…

1
EP5: The Psychology of Executive Search: How to Find Top Talent for Your Company w/ Jen Sudduth 41:18

8M ago41:18

41:18

Finding the right talent goes beyond a great resume; it’s about matching the right people with your company’s vision and culture. Today, we’re joined by Jen Sudduth to discuss the evolution of her career from social work to founding executive search firm Sudduth Search. She shares her insights on launching a new business, leveraging relationships, …

1
015 - NPD202401 (National Public Data Breach) and Windows 11 27:16

8M ago27:16

27:16

In today’s show, I discuss the National Public Data (NPD) breach, which contains 2.7 billion records, including the social security numbers of US residents. I cover how to check if your SSN is part of the breach and emphasize the importance of setting up a credit freeze for yourself and your kids. I also explore some useful tools for searching larg…

1
355: You Need to Develop a Strong Work Ethic with Opemipo Disu 19:36

8M ago19:36

19:36

Opemipo Disu is an 18-year-old Developer Advocate, keynote speaker who has been featured in several publications. He aims to empower 500,000 developers through his keynote talks and tutorials, and has already spoken at 100+ tech conferences. Top 3 Career Tips 1. Develop a strong work ethic. By doing so you will get noticed and make sure that people…

1
#110 The Agile Product Operating Model with Simon Reindl & Martin Hinshelwood 1:30:30

8M ago1:30:30

1:30:30

summary The conversation explores the challenges and misconceptions surrounding agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and the need for a common understanding and language in the industry. The guests discuss the fatigue and disillusionment with agile and the constant influx of new buzzwords. They emphasize the importance of focusing on core princ…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Brave Software Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen