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The Tech Done Right podcast is a show by and for people who care about what they build. We don't just build software, we build teams, companies, careers, and communities. Each episode features host Noel Rappin talking to interesting people in the tech community about building something the right way. We’re not just going to give you our thoughts on the topic, but tools, processes, or references that you can use immediately to build better software and communities.
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Welcome to “The SpitFyre Podcast”. Hosted by Akii, Robbiey and Xi. Three gentlemen coming together to discuss topics and have open conversations. Four unique perspectives approach life and its dilemmas from their colorful backgrounds. Friends, fire signs with full personalities. Things may get heated, but don’t worry - they saved you a seat at the table.
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A podcast about electric vehicles, renewables, and things that are interesting to electric vehicle owners. In each episode, we'll be discussing one aspect of EV ownership in depth. Episodes are released one per week (usually on a Monday) so make sure you're subscribed in iTunes, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
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It's the end of the season and, as usual, we are finishing with a Round Table Episode. In Round Table XI Gary talks with three specially invited guests on a range of topics in the EV space. This episode we're looking at: The issue of EVs for disabled people The issue of EVs and the selling process The issue of EVs and living without a home charger …
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In Episode 219 Gary looks back at the changes in the EV landscape All the guests this season were asked the same question: "What is the most significant change you have seen in the EV landscape since you started driving electric?" I've collated their responses and this is where we look at what those in the industry think has been significant for EV…
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In Episode 218 Gary discusses the whole arena of geospatial planning. This is the practice of using multiple different data sources to identify the best place to put new chargers in. Charge Point Operators have limited funds and lots of potential places to put chargers. They need to make the best use of their resources and put them where they will …
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In Episode 217 Gary goes through what you should do to make the most of your EV test drive. We talk about the different sort of test drives, doing a longer run, checking your daily commute and learning about charging in public This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for…
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In Episode 216 Gary talks with james Court - CEO OF EVA England - about the whole education arena and what EVA England is doing to help educate drivers, politicians and memers of the public Guest Details: James Court : James's Website This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and…
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In this episode, Gary looks at the 2035 date to ban the ale of new fossil fuel cars in the UK. It was 2030. Then it got moved. Is this good or bad? What are the barriers to making this happen? Will it move back to 2030? This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their …
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In this episode, Gary continues his look at charging solutions for those with no off-street parking. In episode 199 last season we looked at public charging solutions. In this episode, we'll look at solutions that allow you to use your own electricity supply but pipe it out to a car on the road. Guest Details: Ben Macdonald : Ben has been an enviro…
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In Episode 213 Gary covers a topic of great importance to the majority of current EV drivers: finding and installing a home charger. Why do you need one? What should you look out for and how much will it cost? We speak with reps from a couple of the top charger manufacturers. This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download a…
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In Episode 212 Gary tackles the thorny subject of car dealers. Are they set up for success when it comes to selling electric vehicles? How are they incentivised? Do they make any money from servicing now? What is the education they get given about EVs? Why don't more of them drive EVs? Guest Details: Simon Acton :Irish EV Awards 2024 Winner, eMobil…
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In this episode, Gary talks through a cause very close to his heart: making film and TV production green. How do prouction companies reduce emissions from diesel generators, transportation and even simple things like catering? What can the film and TV industry do to green up electricity generation, catering, transportation and recycling? This seaso…
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Episode 10 | Fellowship in the Sanctuary
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Welcome to “The SpitFyre Podcast”. Hosted by Xi, Robbiey and Akii. Three gentlemen coming together to discuss topics and have open conversations. Three unique perspectives approach life and its dilemmas from their colorful backgrounds. Friends, fire signs with full personalities. Things may get heated, but don’t worry - they saved you a seat at the…
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In this episode, Gary talks with Anthony Browne the current minister for decarbonisation in the UK. We talk about his brief, some upcoming announcements and initiatives, and touch on items such as decarbonising aviation. What are his thoughts on reducing the price of public charging? What about hydrogen? What about decarbonsing aviation? Anthony Br…
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In Episode 209 Gary chats with a number of people who live without home charging. It's, obviously, easier if you can charge where you live. But that doesn't mean that not having a home charger makes EV ownership untenable. We talk to people who find it easy, difficult, complex, good value, or expensive. Is it expensive? How much is AC/ destination …
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Episode 9 | Black People, We Need to Talk.
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Welcome to “The SpitFyre Podcast”. Hosted by Robbiey, Akii and Xi. Three gentlemen coming together to discuss topics and have open conversations. Three unique perspectives approach life and its dilemmas from their colorful backgrounds. Friends, fire signs with full personalities. Things may get heated, but don’t worry - they saved you a seat at the…
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In Episode 208 Gary answers the questions you wanted answering. We talk with ChargeUk about price drops on public charging, 3TI about V2G, and Colin Walker about dropping EV sales amongst others! What are the questions you have about owning and running EVs? We asked you to provide the burning questions you had and we answered them (with a little he…
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Episode 8 | I Said What I Said: Unpopular Opinions Part II
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Welcome to “The SpitFyre Podcast”. Hosted by Robbiey, Akii and Xi. Three gentlemen coming together to discuss topics and have open conversations. Three unique perspectives approach life and its dilemmas from their colorful backgrounds. Friends, fire signs with full personalities. Things may get heated, but don’t worry - they saved you a seat at the…
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In Episode 207 Gary looks at some of the tariffs you can get on the open market that provide reduced rate charging if you have an electric vehicle. We speak specifically with Alex Thwaites from OVO Energy. Guest Details: Alex is the Director Of Electric Vehicles at OVO Energy, a service dedicated to providing services to EV owners in the UK. The OV…
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Welcome to “The SpitFyre Podcast”. Hosted by Xi, Robbiey and Akii. Three gentlemen coming together to discuss topics and have open conversations. Four unique perspectives approach life and its dilemmas from their colorful backgrounds. Friends, fire signs with full personalities. Things may get heated, but don’t worry - they saved you a seat at the …
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In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the idea that households with off-street parking and two cars should consider making one of them electric. The conversation explores the case of households with two fossil fuel cars, addresses cost and range concerns, highlights the availability of small-sized EVs, and discusses the benefits of owning a…
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Welcome to “The SpitFyre Podcast”. Hosted by Xi, Robbiey and Akii. Three gentlemen coming together to discuss topics and have open conversations. Three unique perspectives approach life and its dilemmas from their colorful backgrounds. Friends, fire signs with full personalities. Things may get heated, but don’t worry - they saved you a seat at the…
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In Episode 205 Gary looks at climate in a fascinating conversation with Richard Allan- a climate scientist and academic. They discuss the difference between climate and weather, why carbon is so important despite being such a small part of the atmosphere, why some climate scientists disagree about global warming and we hear his thoughts on carbon o…
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In Episode 204 Gary chats with Colin Walker, head of transport at the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit, about the work he is doing removing, countering, and fighting misinformation around electric vehicles. We discuss EV fires, tyre and brake particulates, the state of EV sales and all the other tropes that publications like the Telegraph and N…
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203 - The Electrification Benefits Episode
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In Episode 203 Gary discusses some of the financial benefits which accrue from owning an electric car. These include specific tariffs and demand management sessions. We'll be looking at the sort of things that can make EV ownership profitable. Guest Details: Karl Bach Karl is the co-founder and CEO of Axle Energy. Axle's software connects EVs, batt…
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Episode 5 | Unpopular Opinions: I Said What I Said
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Welcome to SpitFyre, the podcast where vibrant conversations and fiery opinions on music, relationships, and life come together. Your hosts Xi, Robbiey, and Bee Yelo dive deep into a medley of topics, from the challenges of relationships and karma's existence to the soaring prices of everyday items and the vocal prowess of iconic artists. In this e…
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In Episode 202 Gary discusses the whole topic of Paltering Paltering is the active use of selective truthful statements to mislead. Today we'll be seeing why that is an issue and discussing specific examples here it has been used for misinformation purposes. Guest Details: Liz Allan is Managing Director of Full Circle CI, an EV charging consultancy…
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Episode 4 | Promoting Trauma but Hiding Success Why?
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Welcome back, SpitFyre fans! Fire up your speakers because SpitFyre-04 is coming in hot with your dynamic hosts Akii, Xi, Robbiey, and Bee Yelo! Today's episode is a rollercoaster of reality checks, as we dive deep into the trend of promoting trauma over triumph on social media, and the complex dance between sharing our successes and our struggles.…
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In Episode 201 Gary talks with Anne Snelson from Lead With Sustainability. She emphasizes the importance of carbon literacy training in raising awareness and inspiring individuals to make meaningful changes. Anne highlights the significant impact of the transport sector on carbon emissions and suggests sustainable alternatives such as public transp…
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Episode 3 | Working Today: The Paycheck to Poverty Pipeline
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Welcome back, SpitFyre listeners, to Episode 3—where the heat of real talk meets the complexities of everyday life. Today we're diving headfirst into the stormy waters of the American employment crisis. We're breaking down the reality of what employers should offer in an age where remote work is no longer a perk but a preference, and discussing the…
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Episode 2 | The Heart Wants What The Heart Wants: Navigating Relationships
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Welcome, SpitFyre listeners, to an electrifying new episode where we stoke the flames on the sometimes cozy, sometimes scorching topic of relationships. I'm your host Akii, along with Xi, Robbiey, and Bee Yelo. Today, we’re unwrapping the layers of shared living spaces, sleeping arrangements and the chunky, often misunderstood concept of open relat…
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Episode 1 | Welcome To The SpitFyre Podcast Fire Starter | Getting To Know The Cast
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Dive into the dynamic world of Fire Signs with the SpitFyre Podcast! Join Bee Yelo, an Aries, and his vibrant crew—Robbiey, the Leo; Xi, an Aries; and Akii, the Sagittarius—as they embark on a journey to connect with the community through laughter, candid conversations, and a shared passion for bringing something fresh to the table. In this inaugur…
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