Another Bright Spark Podcast

S02 Episode Nine - Profit or Loss? Self Taught Electronics with Joey Does Tech

He started with ZERO repair experience… now he’s fixing consoles, phones, tablets and everything in-between - all the while building one of the most engaging tech repair channels on YouTube.
In this episode of the Another Bright Spot Podcast, we sit down with Joey form Joey Does Tech, the fast-rising creator in the electronics repair space - who’s winning audiences over with his honesty, humour, personality and refreshingly transparent approach to tech repair.

S02 Episode Eight - James Bruton The Engineer Behind the Internet’s Wildest Robots

James Bruton is finally on the Another Bright Spark Podcast - it’s pure, eccentric, cleverly engineered, full maker-energy all the way!James unpacks how he went from corporate IT to building ridiculous, brilliant machines full-time. If you love robots, practical engineering, YouTube strategy, and the kind of mad-scientist curiosity that makes you want to go build something immediately… this one’s for you.

S02 Episode Seven - Cancer Beating Loyalty Cards with Emma Eatch

Neale sits down with Emma, the Head of Data Analytics at Walgreens Boots, to explore how data analytics is transforming healthcare ethically, responsibly, and with real-world impact.
Emma reveals how everyday shopping habits can help detect ovarian cancer up to nine months earlier through the ground-breaking Cancer Loyalty Card Study (CLOCS) with Imperial College London.
Fascinating insights from a brilliant, trailblazing guest.

S02 Episode Six - The Brad Sugars ActionCoach Interview

What happens when you sit down with a man who has "probably helped more businesses generate more revenue than almost anyone on the planet?"You get 45 minutes of pure, actionable gold, because that’s exactly what Brad delivers in this must-listen episode of the Another Bright Spark Podcast.
Brad joins us to break down the mindset shifts, marketing mistakes, revenue multipliers, and leadership frameworks that separate ordinary companies from extraordinary one.
Enjoy!

S02 Episode Five - More Fun Making It with Lee Hodgson

We are talking to Lee Hodgson aka More Fun Making/Fixing It. Youtuber, community builder, charity fundraiser and advocate for DIY electronics, Lee “fully regressed” back to a teenager half a decade ago and rediscovered his love of retro tech in a BIG way.
His channel details his journey, with videos on repairs, restorations, ambitious builds that celebrate equally his triumphs and disasters.
Lee has enriched the lives of thousands - enjoy.

S02 Episode Four - ElectrArc 240 with Fred Dally

Neale is talking to Fred Dally, creator of the YouTube channel ElectrArc 240 - which has bloomed in recent years, taking him to nearly 130,000 subscribers.
Not bad for a University Student's side hustle!
This is an episode for anyone looking for advice on how to get a foot into electronics – or how to get their own YouTube channel off the ground.

S02 Episode Three - Behind the scenes at the National Museum of Computing with Jacqui Garrad

Join us for a trip to TNMOC at Bletchley Park and a chat with museum Director Jacqui Garrad.
Neale & Jacqui discuss the underrepresented -(and often forgotten!)- figures in computing history as well as the the museum's impact on young people through hands-on experiences with vintage computing equipment and STEM activities.

S02 Episode Two - The Road Angel with Gary Digvar

In this episode of Another Bright Spark, Neale sits down with Gary Digva, the visionary behind Road Angel. 
From humble beginnings on a family market stall selling car audio gear, Gary’s journey has taken him through the highs of nationwide retail success, the lows of the 2008 crash, and the bold pivots that kept his business alive.
His story is one of grit, innovation, and a relentless passion for technology.

S02 Episode One - Meet Ignys with Richard & Neil

Our guests for the start of Series 2 are Richard Fletcher (CEO and founder of Ignys) and Neil Carter (Director of Special Projects). We explore the origins and culture at Ignys and of course the Another Bright Spark Podcast.
Richard Fletcher explains why he wanted to start a podcast and why he founded Ignys -after realising he was "generally unemployable". Both Richard and Neil share their passion for electronics and discuss current industry challenges before exploring the role of AI in modern businesses.
As well as getting a sneak peek behind the curtain, you’ll also pick up some solid advice along the way.

S01 Episode Eighteen - John Zafar

For the last episode of series one Neale is chatting to John Zafar. Chair for Mindset AI, Inclusive Employers, Redmoor Health - as well board member for multiple other organisations. The common theme throughout John’s career has been inclusivity and profit with purpose.
Bottom line, staff retention, streamlining processes and improving supply chain – John demonstrates how business can be more profitable.
John is also mentor to Sarah Massey,  Director of the Women’s Rugby World Cup. He discusses the benefits of mentoring and being mentored as well as knowing when it’s time to walk away