Best Abi Adams Podcasts (2024)

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Inside pleasure and fear with Niamh Daly 1:05:23

11d ago1:05:23

1:05:23

In this episode, teacher, trainer and author Niamh Daly talks about the effects of fear and pleasure in perimenopause. We talk about libido, and unpack the myth that perimenopause necessarily means a drop, or no libido at all. We talk about how to bring more pleasure into your life, how that re-wires the brain, about the value of yoga and different…

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How SiriusXM revamped their platform and developer experience | Jared Wolinsky 40:58

15d ago40:58

40:58

In this week's episode, Abi welcomes Jared Wolinsky, Vice President of Platform Engineering at SiriusXM, to delve into the inner workings of platform engineering at SiriusXM. Jared sheds light on their innovative approach to prioritizing projects, emphasizing alignment with overarching business goals. They explore how these strategies boost develop…

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Developer Experience at American Express | Michelle Swartz (American Express) 45:00

30d ago45:00

45:00

In this episode, Michelle Swartz, Vice president of Developer Enablement American Express, shares insights on improving developer experience. She discusses the creation of an onboarding bootcamp and the development of the AmEx Way Library for better knowledge management. Michelle explains how AmEx balances standardization and flexibility with the c…

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Unlock Massive Energy Savings with the Latest Solar Trend! 1:08:48

1M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

In today's episode, we are talking to Dakota Malone, a community solar expert. We'll delve into the pros and cons of solar development and how you can benefit from it. Stick till the end to learn whether Elon Musk is correct in his claim that we can power the entire United States with one solar installation.…

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Inside burnout with Sara Slattery 58:16

1M ago58:16

58:16

Today's guest is Life Coach Sara Slattery, and we talk about burnout in corporate, the social sector and in wellbeing professions. We cover: What is burnout What contributes to it How to recognise you might be burning out How to find the confidence to change How to make work sustainable Sara supports values-led women in liberating themselves in the…

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The rising costs of home to school transport with Rachael Shimmin, Roger Gough, and Liz Davidson from Qroutes 39:14

1M ago39:14

39:14

Home to school transport has become an increasing pressure on council budgets as a combination of increases in demand from pupils with special educational needs and a lack of supply push up costs. In this episode of The Local Authority, LGC in association with Qroutes, would like to explore how councils can reduce costs whilst ensuring children rec…

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DORA, SPACE, and DevEx: Choosing the right framework | Laura Tacho + Abi Noda 39:35

1M ago39:35

39:35

This week’s episode is a recording from a recent event hosted by Abi Noda (CEO of DX) and Laura Tacho (CTO at DX). The episode begins with an overview of the DORA, SPACE, and DevEx frameworks, including where they overlap and common misconceptions about each. Laura and Abi discuss the advantages and drawbacks of each framework, then discuss how to …

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How to Meditate If You Have Zero Time 53:36

2M ago53:36

53:36

In today's episode, we are talking to Amrit Sandhu, a renowned spiritual entrepreneur who helps people better align their lives with their core values. We'll delve into how to find what matters most to you and why mediation is the key to unlocking greater success and fulfillment Stay tuned until the end to learn the top strategies for starting medi…

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The science behind DORA | Derek DeBellis (Google) 47:50

2M ago47:50

47:50

In this week's episode, we welcome Derek DeBellis, lead researcher on Google's DORA team, for a deep dive into the science and methodology behind DORA's research. We explore Derek's background, his role at Google, and how DORA intersects with other research disciplines. Derek takes us through DORA's research process step by step, from defining outc…

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The count is on! Snap analysis of the local election results from the LGC editorial team 20:30

2M ago20:30

20:30

It's 3pm on 03 May, and the local election count is on. In the LGC news room for this special Local Authority episode, LGC deputy editor Martin George is joined by editor Sarah Calkin and reporter Caitlin Webb to talk all things results: what do we know so far, what trends are at play and what local issues have been influencing results? Which are t…

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9-Figure Money Strategies for Everyday Investors: Tips from a Top Financial Advisor (Adam Katz Interview) 56:59

2M ago56:59

56:59

In today's episode, we are talking to Adam Katz, a renowned wealth advisor for 9 figure entrepreneurs. We'll delve into the fundamental principles of wealth accumulation that anyone can use regardless of their financial status. Stick till the end to learn how to retire early with only 300,000 in savings.…

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How Slack fully automates deploys and anomaly detection with Z-scores | Sean Mcllroy (Slack) 33:49

2M ago33:49

33:49

This week we’re joined by Sean Mcllroy from Slack’s Release Engineering team to learn about how they’ve fully automated their deployment process. This conversation covers Slack’s original release process, key changes Sean’s team has made, and the latest challenges they’re working on today. Discussion points: (1:34): The Release Engineering team (2:…

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Cyclical Living Unwrapped featuring Tara Ghosh 17:44

3M ago17:44

17:44

Cyclical Living Unwrapped explores the gifts and challenges of cyclical life with experts in the field of menstruation, perimenopause and cyclical living., and is brought to you by Leora Lebof and Kate Codrington. Tara is a menstrual health educator, passionate about supporting people with periods to feel strong whatever season of life they are in.…

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What’s up with internal developer portals? | Chris Westerhold (Thoughtworks) 36:13

3M ago36:13

36:13

This week’s episode is the recording of a live conversation between Abi and Chris Westerhold (Thoughtworks Head of Developer Experience). This conversation is useful for anyone early in their journey with developer portals or platforms: Abi and Chris discuss common approaches to solving these problems, pitfalls to avoid, building vs. buying, and mo…

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Inside gut instinct with Abi Adams 48:03

3M ago48:03

48:03

Today’s guest is the sparkling, outspoken voice for empowerment that is Abi Adams. Abi is a dynamic speaker, mentor, and movement coach, and is the visionary founder of Project Woman. Her unbridled passion for feminine health and well-being propels her on a mission to embark with individuals and companies on a forward-thinking approach that puts pe…

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Local elections special: Colin Rallings on why Tories could lose half the seats they are defending. Also, do people care about mayors? 43:18

3M ago43:18

43:18

The local elections are just around the corner, with everyone in England and Wales able to vote in either council, metro mayor or police and crime commissioner elections, or a combination of the three. With the Conservatives behind in national polling, the increasing importance of independent candidates, and some bellwether mayoral and council cont…

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This one PR trick can get you on TV 1:11:36

3M ago1:11:36

1:11:36

In today's episode, we are talking to Katrina Owens, a public relations expert who helps personal brands amplify their stories. We'll delve into how to get on TV even if you have no social media following. Stick to the end to learn how you can use the Seth Godin strategy to connect with your dream celebrity.…

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10 years of driving developer productivity at Yelp | Kent Wills (Yelp) 45:14

3M ago45:14

45:14

On this week's episode, Abi interviews Kent Wills, Director of Engineering Effectiveness at Yelp. He shares insights into the evolution of their developer productivity efforts over the past decade. From tackling challenges with their monolithic architecture to scaling productivity initiatives for over 1,300 developers. Kent also touches on his expe…

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QUIT MY $2,000,000 JOB after learning THIS about money (Khe Hy Interview) 49:28

3M ago49:28

49:28

In today's episode, we are talking to Khe Hy, who walked away from a $2 million Wall Street salary to become a writer. Today he's known as the Oprah for Millennials and helps others live a more self-aware life. Stick till the end to why he doesn't believe in buying a house or keeping money in a savings account.…

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Why YouTube Is Harder Than You Think (Aprilynne Alter Interview) 1:46:05

4M ago1:46:05

1:46:05

In today's episode, we are talking to Aprilynne Alter, a successful YouTuber known for her expertise in growing a YouTube channel from scratch. We'll cover what it takes to get monetized on YouTube and the top ingredients you need to make a viral long-form video. Stick till the end to learn how to nail the first five seconds of your video and why D…

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Community involvement, social media and misinformation, and are residents customers? With Elizabeth Campbell, Tracey Lee, and Adam Lent 45:02

4M ago45:02

45:02

Councils are increasingly recognising the value of involving communities in the design of services meanwhile financial pressures have seen the delivery of services such as libraries outsourced to community groups. And though new technology has provided more ways for councils to engage with their residents and businesses, misinformation through soci…

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This is the Silent Killer in Your Healthy Food 1:05:53

4M ago1:05:53

1:05:53

In today's episode, we are talking to Douglas Mulhall; an environmental health expert who is working to uncover the top stressors that are making us all sick. We'll delve into the reasons behind the high levels of heavy metals in baby food and why should always have air & water filters at home. Stick till the end to learn if you should follow Bryan…

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How “instructional engineers” improve developer onboarding at Splunk | Gail Carmichael (Splunk) 39:31

4M ago39:31

39:31

This week we’re joined by Gail Carmichael, Principal Instructional Engineer at Splunk. At Splunk, Gail’s team is responsible for improving developer onboarding, which they do through a multi-day learning program. Here, Gail shares how this program works and how they measure developer onboarding. The conversation also covers what instructional engin…

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Good Looks Are Killing Your Real Estate Career 1:10:51

4M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

In today's episode, we are talking to Sonny Moyers, who ranks among the top 4% of all real estate agents in the United States. We'll cover what it takes to earn high 6 figures as a real estate agent and why most people fail in the first 2 years. Stick till the end to learn if being good-looking helps or hurts your business and top life lessons from…

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Why Your Next Real Estate Investment Could Be Your Best 1:20:47

4M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

In today's episode, we are talking to Dale Wills, a real estate development expert who builds thriving communities in the mid-west United States. We'll cover what it takes to be a developer and how to raise capital using Private Equity funds. Stick till the end to learn the top tips for entrepreneurs starting in real estate and what kind of returns…

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You've Been Lied To About Chocolate 1:10:36

4M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

In today's episode, we are talking to Greg Peterson, a food-growing expert who grew 80 fruit trees on just 0.3 acres of desert land. We'll delve into what it takes to grow your own food and how it is possible no matter where you live. Stick till the end to learn the top tips for first-time homesteaders and why all you need is a window to get starte…

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This AI Knows Your Next Stock Move 1:29:17

4M ago1:29:17

1:29:17

In today's episode, we are talking to Noah Healy, an algorithm designer and mathematician who has a plan to save the world from AI destruction. We'll delve into how the big trading firms are using AI to disrupt the financial markets and what we can do about it. Stick till the end to learn how to increase your odds of winning at a slot machine and t…

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Bootstrapping a developer portal | Adam Rogal (DoorDash) 54:43

4M ago54:43

54:43

In this episode we’re joined by Adam Rogal, who leads Developer Productivity and Platform at DoorDash. Adam describes DoorDash’s journey with their internal developer portal, and gives advice for other teams looking to follow a similar path. Adam also describes how his team delivered value quickly and drove adoption for their developer platform. Di…

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How To Sell More By Selling Less 58:16

4M ago58:16

58:16

In this episode, we are talking to Shelly Neihaus, a digital marketing expert who helps artists and small businesses get more clients. We'll delve into why the "if you build it they will come" philosophy will keep you poor. Stick till the end to learn the top tips to grow your email list and the 3 types of content every business owner should be pro…

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US Submariner's Strategy to Raising $1 Billion Dollars 1:09:54

5M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

In this episode, we are talking to Jeff Barnes, a Navy Submariner turned venture capitalist who has helped his client raise over 1 billion dollars. We'll delve into what entrepreneurs can learn from the military and what life is like on a nuclear-powered submarine. Stick till the end to learn the top things you need to do to raise capital and scale…

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The crisis in children’s services with Louise Gittins, Josh MacAlister, and Andy Smith 46:01

5M ago46:01

46:01

Children’s services are frequently cited as the biggest current pressure on council budgets, with costs having spiralled in recent years. But despite huge increases in spending there is concern children are often not getting the care and support they need, with shortages of placements meaning young people can often find themselves placed many miles…

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How To Get People To Say Yes 58:56

5M ago58:56

58:56

In today's episode, we are talking to Richard, an expat entrepreneur living in Costa Rica. We'll delve into how he started a call center company and grew it to over 150 employees in just a few years. Stick till the end to learn how the buffer boomerang technique can help you handle difficult conversations and why Pinball machines are the secret to …

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A deep-dive on the Thoughtworks Tech Radar | Rebecca Parsons, Camilla Crispim, Erik Dörnenburg (Thoughtworks) 45:36

5M ago45:36

45:36

In this episode, Abi has a fascinating conversation with Rebecca Parsons, ThoughtWorks's CTO, Camilla Crispim, and Erik Dörnenburg on the ThoughtWorks Tech Radar. The trio begins with an overview of Tech Radar and its history before delving into the intricate process of creating each report involving multiple teams and stakeholders. The conversatio…

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This Communication Hack Will Change Your Life 54:39

5M ago54:39

54:39

In today's episode, we're speaking with Brenden Kumarasamy, a renowned social media influencer and master of communication. We'll delve into how to leverage public speaking to grow your online following and get ahead in your career. Stick till the end to learn the top 3 exercises to improve your communication skills and why Elon Musk needs to take …

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Professional Hacker: Do This Now to Protect Yourself from Cyber Attacks 1:03:41

5M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

In this episode, we are talking to Christian Espinosa, a professional hacker and a cybersecurity expert. We'll delve into how hospitals and medical devices are vulnerable to hacking and what you can do to protect your privacy. Stick till the end to learn how to secure your sensitive information and where to go to see what's already been stolen.…

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Measuring and rolling out AI coding assistants | Eirini Kalliamvakou (GitHub) 47:43

5M ago47:43

47:43

This week's guest is Eirini Kalliamvakou, a staff researcher at GitHub focused on AI and developer experience. Eirini sits at the forefront of research into GitHub Copilot. Abi and Eirini discuss recent research on how AI coding assistance impacts developer productivity. They talk about how leaders should build business cases for AI tools. They als…

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Do This Now To Prevent AI From Stealing Your Job 47:09

5M ago47:09

47:09

In today's episode, we are talking to Robert Sciglimpaglia, a renowned entertainment attorney. We'll explore the top things an actor should consider with signing up for a voice-over gig in the age of AI. Stick till the end to learn how he successfully sued TikTok and the steps you can take to prevent your voice from being stolen.…

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Sports Marketing Legend: Avoid This Mistake When Trading Cards 41:57

6M ago41:57

41:57

In today's episode, we are talking to Brandon Steiner, a veteran sports marketer and the founder of Steiner Sports. We'll delve into his thoughts on how Gary Vee has changed the sports collectibles market and the biggest pitfalls you should avoid when trading sports cards. Stick till the end to uncover his top tips for new entrepreneurs and why Set…

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This Simple Rule Will Make You a Master Communicator 1:04:35

6M ago1:04:35

1:04:35

In this episode, we are talking to Jake Stahl, a renowned expert in conversation. We'll explore conversational techniques that can triple your sales and improve your next family reunion. Stick till the end to uncover the secret behind why cadence is more important than content and why the simple question How are you? might be sabotaging your conver…

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1M Views Per Short Is Easy (Jenny Hoyos Interview) 46:47

6M ago46:47

46:47

In today's episode, we are talking to Jenny Hoyos, the queen of Youtube shorts. We'll delve into her thoughts on how to make Youtube shorts go viral and what she would do if she had to start over in a totally different niche today. Stick till the end to uncover her top tips on how to increase retention on your short-form content and why niching dow…

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Inside endings with Stella Duffy 55:43

6M ago55:43

55:43

We hear from the ridiculously prolific Stella Duffy about loss, endings, mortality, the value of living with a sense of our ageing instead of denying it, and the exquisite possibilities for being ‘more ourselves’ that this brings. Stella is hugely generous with sharing her life experience and there are some beautifully profound moments in this inte…

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Rest in times of fear with Suzy Reading 56:32

6M ago56:32

56:32

We all know we need rest so why do we find it so hard, especially when we are in a state of fear? My guest is an expert in this field: Suzy Reading is a mother of two, an author, Chartered Psychologist, and Coach. She specialises in self-care, helping people manage their stress, emotions, and energetic bank balance. Her latest book, Rest to Reset i…

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Tony Robbins' Firewalking Expert Reveals Life-Altering Secrets 1:05:12

6M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

In this episode, we are talking to Dave Albin, America's top Firewalk Instructor. He has worked for Tony Robbins for almost 20 years and firewalked hundreds of thousands of people including Oprah. Stick till the end to uncover the secret methods Tony Robbins uses in firewalking to create massive personal transformation.…

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This Is The Secret To Richer Soil And Healthier Plants 51:26

6M ago51:26

51:26

In this episode, we are talking to Cathy Nesbitt, who's on a mission to bring composting to every house in the world. We'll delve into how you can use worms to turn your daily food waste into black gold. Stick till the end to learn how to overcome your fear of worms and what happens if you eat them.By Erika & Abi

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The Artist: This Mistake Could Kill Your Artistic Spirit 47:41

6M ago47:41

47:41

In episode #9, we are talking to Natalie Galey, a renowned musician who now runs a thriving music school. We'll delve into the essence of being an artist and the dangers associated with producing high-level art. Stick till the end to learn the pros and cons of putting your art on TikTok and whether it will kill the artist in you.…

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The Stock Market Expert: This Strategy Made Me Millions 1:05:04

6M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

In this episode, we are talking to Steve Selengut, a veteran portfolio manager who now teaches how to be income-independent. You'll learn how this one lesser-known fund type can boost your passive income. Stick till the end to uncover trading secrets from his extensive 40+ year career managing other people's money in the stock market.…

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The 3D Printing Expert: This Hobby Could Turn Into Your Career 31:29

6M ago31:29

31:29

In this episode, we are talking to Michael Meyer, an expert in 3D printing. You'll learn how you can use 3D printing to make everything from a fishing lure to your very own Mandalorian costume. Stick till the end to find out why every house needs a 3D printer and how you can get started for under $300.…

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Measuring developer productivity at Airbnb | Christopher Sanson (Airbnb) 40:57

6M ago40:57

40:57

Christopher Sanson is a product manager at Airbnb who is dedicated to enhancing developer productivity and tooling. Today, we learn more about Airbnb's developer productivity team and how various teams use metrics, both within and outside the organization. From there, we dive even deeper into their measurement journey, highlighting their implementa…

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Why Niching Down Is The First Step To A Fortune 40:05

6M ago40:05

40:05

In this episode, we are talking to Julie DeLucca-Collins, a renowned business coach and speaker. You'll learn how you can use tiny habits to achieve success from keeping your New Year's resolution to launching your very own business empire. Stick till the end to learn how niching down can help you become rich and the secrets of successfully selling…

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Why Some Teachers Are Loved And Others.. 51:20

6M ago51:20

51:20

In this episode, we are talking to Donna Lee Fields, a veteran educator living in Spain. You'll learn her unique approach to education and how it can be applied everywhere from the classroom to parenting a toddler. Stay till the very end to get tips on how to create effective presentations, when to use chatGPT, and what not to do when you visit Spa…

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