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Episode 62 - What Actually Changes After International Women’s Day? - A Panel Discussion
May 5, 2026
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Episode 66 - Exec Leader, CEO and Author John Bessey on Resilience, Leadership and Success
May 4, 2026
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Episode 65: The Future of Software Engineering, AI, & What Really Matters with Jeevan James
Apr 27, 2026
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Episode 64 - Rituals of Impact: How to Lead with Clarity Without Burning Out
Apr 27, 2026
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Episode 63 - Understanding the Patterns Running Your Life using Enneagram with Yuliya Schamrel
Mar 29, 2026
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| 5/5/26 | Episode 62 - What Actually Changes After International Women’s Day? - A Panel Discussion | International Women’s Day is celebrated around the world every year — but what actually changes once the events are over?In this special Tech Beyond Gender panel conversation, host Meena Satishkumar is joined by returning podcast guests Camy Bhandari, Noor-Un-Nissa Syed, and Amanda Watson to explore the reality behind diversity conversations in the workplace.Together, they discuss the gap between awareness and action, the challenges women continue to face in leadership and technical roles, and what organisations need to do to move beyond symbolic gestures toward meaningful change. | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 |  Episode 66 - Exec Leader, CEO and Author John Bessey on Resilience, Leadership and Success | In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar sits down with John Bessey to explore what success really looks like beyond titles, beyond linear career paths, and beyond the highlight reel.In this honest and deeply reflective conversation, we explore:The reality of starting from scratch and building a career without a clear pathThe role of resilience, mindset, and inner work in shaping successNavigating mental health challenges alongside leadership responsibilitiesand many more topics!This is not just a story about success, it’s a story about reinvention, self-awareness, and doing the work to become who you are meant to be. | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | Episode 65: The Future of Software Engineering, AI, & What Really Matters with Jeevan James | In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar sits down with Jeevan James, a strategic technology leader with over 20 years of experience across banking, insurance, and FinTech.Together, they explore how software engineering has evolved from small, agile teams and generalist roles to highly specialised functions and why the industry may now be coming full circle in an AI-driven world.This is not just a conversation about technology.It’s about how the role of engineers is shifting, what skills truly matter, and how to stay relevant in a rapidly changing landscape.#TechBeyondGender #MeenaSatishkumar #SoftwareEngineering #AI #FutureOfWork #CareersInTech #WomenInTech #Leadership #DigitalTransformation #TechCareers #EngineeringCulture #Innovation #LearningMindset | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 |  Episode 64 - Rituals of Impact: How to Lead with Clarity Without Burning Out | In this powerful episode of the Tech Beyond Gender Podcast, Meena Satishkumar is joined by John Bessey, Katy Sweetman, and Noor Syed for a deeply insightful conversation on leadership, focus, and creating meaningful impact.At a time when professionals are stretched thin, juggling priorities and navigating invisible workloads, this conversation explores a powerful idea:Leadership is not about doing more — it’s about focusing on what truly matters.John and Katy share the thinking behind their book Rituals of Impact — introducing simple, repeatable “rituals” (or systems) that help leaders and professionals:Cut through complexityPrioritise what actually drives resultsBuild high-performing teamsLead with clarity, purpose, and energyNoor brings a deeply personal perspective on how rituals shape resilience and grounding, while Meena connects these insights to real workplace challenges — especially for women and gender-diverse professionals in tech. | — | ||||||
| 3/29/26 |  Episode 63 - Understanding the Patterns Running Your Life using Enneagram with Yuliya Schamrel | In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar is joined by Enneagram specialist Yuliya Schamrel for a powerful conversation on self-awareness, limiting beliefs, and the patterns that quietly shape our lives.The Enneagram is a framework that describes nine different ways we think, feel and act, helping us understand the deeper motivations behind our behaviour. More than a personality tool, it offers a way to recognise unconscious patterns and create more choice in how we respond to the world around us.#TechBeyondGender #enneagram #selfawareness #personalgrowth #womenintech #leadershipdevelopment #emotionalintelligence #mindsetshift #knowyourself | — | ||||||
| 3/29/26 |  Episode 61: Mentorship, Leadership & Women Supporting Women in Tech with Helen Cuddy and Pip Klenner | In this episode of the Tech Beyond Gender Podcast, host Meena Satishkumar is joined by co-host Pip Klenner for a thoughtful and engaging conversation with Helen Cuddy, Engineering Manager at Unleash (part of the Access Group).Helen shares her journey from studying engineering as one of the few women in her class to leading engineering teams in the technology industry today. The discussion explores how mentorship shaped her career, the importance of challenging self-limiting beliefs, and how leaders can support people in recognising their potential.Together, Meena, Pip and Helen explore the realities of working in technology, the importance of creating supportive environments for women in technical roles, and how leadership, coaching and community can help build confidence and growth.This episode offers valuable insights for professionals navigating careers in technology, leaders developing high-performing teams, and anyone interested in the future of women in tech. | — | ||||||
| 2/12/26 |  Episode 60 - Women in Tech in New Zealand: Bias, Career Breaks & Leadership with Amanda Watson | In this episode of the Tech Beyond Gender podcast, Meena Satishkumar speaks with Amanda Watson from Tech Women New Zealand about the evolving reality of women in the tech industry.Amanda shares insights from nearly 25 years in IT, highlighting the progress made and the challenges that still remain for women navigating technical careers, leadership pathways, and workplace bias.The conversation explores:• Why women still face barriers in technical roles and leadership• The impact of career breaks and fast-moving tech environments• Bias in hiring, progression, and workplace culture• The role of initiatives like ShadowTech and mentoring circles• How organisations can better support women returning to work• Generational shifts shaping the future of tech careersThis is an honest, grounded discussion on what it really takes to create inclusive, supportive environments for women in technology — and what needs to change next.If you're working in tech, leading teams, or passionate about gender equity in the industry, this episode will resonate deeply. | — | ||||||
| 1/26/26 |  Episode 59: Breaking the Narrative: Women Building Tech on Their Own Terms with Victoria Vaughan | In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, host Meena Satishkumar speaks with Victoria Vaughan, a global tech leader who has shaped some of the most influential narratives in the crypto and technology space.Born and educated in Russia, Victoria began her journey in a deeply technical environment before stepping into leadership roles at an unusually young age. At just 24, she became the CEO of Cointelegraph, helping grow it from a small startup into the world’s largest crypto media platform with over 18 million monthly readers. After leaving Cointelegraph, Victoria went on to build her own ventures, including a blockchain wallet startup and later founding B612 PR, a boutique tech PR agency now working with AI, biotech, and deep-tech founders across the US.A powerful, honest episode about confidence, courage, storytelling, and rewriting your own narrative in technology and life. | — | ||||||
| 12/14/25 |  Episode 58 - From India to New Zealand: Scale, Culture & Learning to Speak Up with Chetna Chaudhari | In this final episode of the Tech Beyond Gender podcast for 2025, host Meena Satishkumar speaks with Chetna Chaudhari, Delivery Manager for Data & Analytics at Fidelity Life, about her journey from growing up in a small village in India to building a successful technology career across two very different countries.Listen to Chetna's inspiring and heart warming story of her journey and real insignts into how to make the transition in tech from India to NZ smoother. #techbeyondgender #womenintech #MigrantInTech#speakingup #leadershipjourney | — | ||||||
| 11/30/25 |  Episode 57 - Developer to CTO - Julia Bower on Fractional Leadership | In this inspiring episode of the Tech Beyond Gender Podcast, Meena Satish Kumar sits down with Julia Bower — Co-Founder & CTO of Fractional Directory — to unpack her remarkable journey from failing high-school computer studies to leading one of APAC’s fastest-growing fractional talent platforms.Whether you’re a woman in tech, an aspiring founder, a parent navigating career transitions, or someone curious about fractional work and portfolio careers — this episode is packed with honesty, humour, and insight.Watch us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yFsHvanuZ8AwfSoSaZNPd?si=jySlPiJ3ShmEdNmXv80Tyw&nd=1&dlsi=c8432d2077754168Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-beyond-gender-talks/id1749944130Youtube: @TechBeyondGender | — | ||||||
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| 11/25/25 |  Episode 56 - Reinventing Healthcare Through Quantum AI with Dr. Helena Bahrami & Noor Syed | What happens when quantum computing, brain-like AI, and neurobiology come together?In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, host Meena Satishkumar sits down with two extraordinary women:Dr. Helena Bahrami, AI & Machine Learning Lead Expert pioneering quantum-inspired models for neurodegenerative diseases, and Noor Syed, CTO for Health at Microsoft New Zealand.Together, they take us on a journey that is equal parts scientific, visionary, and deeply human.From the complexity of dementia and the future of drug discovery to digital twins and personalized medicine, Dr. Helena explains how quantum-powered models could shrink a 12-year drug development cycle into hours — and why data access, ethics, and equitable healthcare matter more than ever.Noor brings an industry lens: how platforms like Microsoft Azure enable safe research environments, responsible AI, and secure collaboration at global scale.This is a mind-stretching, heart-opening episode about the future of healthcare, the emergence of quantum AI, and the importance of keeping technology rooted in human values.If you're curious about the next big leap after generative AI — this episode is your gateway.Watch us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yFsHvanuZ8AwfSoSaZNPd?si=jySlPiJ3ShmEdNmXv80TywApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-beyond-gender-talks/id1749944130Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechBeyondGender | — | ||||||
| 11/11/25 |  Episode 55: From Drafting Boards to Digital Networks: Andrea Bald’s Four-Decade Journey in Tech | In this inspiring episode of Tech Beyond Gender, host Meena Satishkumar sits down with Andrea Bald, a trailblazer whose tech career began by chance in 1985 and evolved alongside the telecom industry’s biggest transformations—from analog to digital, copper to fibre, and now cloud and 5G.Andrea reflects on her accidental start as an engineering draftswoman at New Zealand Post Office, her rise to leadership in her 20s, and how she navigated bias, motherhood, and change through four decades in technology. She shares powerful lessons on building trust as a young leader, creating inclusive hiring practices, and the importance of curiosity and lifelong learning.Tune in to hear Andrea’s thoughtful take on leadership, resilience, and what’s next for Telco in the age of AI — plus how yoga and even competitive pistol shooting shaped her focus and balance along the way.#WomenInTech #Leadership #Inclusion #TechBeyondGender #Telecommunications #CareerStories | — | ||||||
| 10/27/25 |  Episode 54: From Adversity to Empowerment: Priya Mathur on Leading with Purpose | After facing unimaginable loss, Priya Mathur rebuilt her life and career with courage and conviction. From starting as a young data engineer in India to becoming the Head of Enterprise Data at Fidelity Life in New Zealand, Priya’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and leadership grounded in empathy.In this inspiring conversation with host Meena Satishkumar, Priya opens up about:Navigating life as a migrant woman in techBalancing motherhood and career growthThe power of education and financial independenceFinding purpose through community and governance rolesHow data and AI are shaping the future of leadershipA powerful reminder that even in the face of adversity, you can rise, lead, and inspire others to do the same. | — | ||||||
| 10/12/25 |  Episode 53 - Breaking Barriers: From Classrooms to Boardrooms – Empowering the Next Generation in Tech | In this special episode of Tech Beyond Gender, host Meena Satishkumar is joined by Noor Syed and Rob Lonie from Microsoft, and Diksha Sandhu from the University of Auckland, for a powerful cross-generational conversation on gender equity in technology.Together they explore what it really means to move from diversity to true inclusion, the unseen barriers women face from school to senior leadership, and how mentorship, allyship, and curiosity can change the game.From Noor’s insights on inclusion, to Rob’s reflections on allyship and parenting, to Diksha’s honest university experiences, this episode is a heartfelt look at the pipeline problem — and what it takes to create real change in tech.🎙️ Hosted by: Meena Satishkumar🎧 Featuring: Noor Syed, Rob Lonie, and Diksha Sandhu💬 Produced by: Tech Beyond Gender#TechBeyondGender #WomenInTech #DiversityAndInclusion #Allyship #MentorshipMatters #BreakingBarriers #FutureOfTech #GenderEquity #STEMInclusion #RepresentationMatters #Leadership #NewZealandTech #EmpowerHer #InclusiveInnovation | — | ||||||
| 9/28/25 |  Episode 52: From Fashion to Tech Leadership: Wendy Stevenson-Vrame on Career Shifts & Inclusion | In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, host Meena Satishkumar sits down with Wendy Stevenson-Vrame, Engineering Manager at Trade Me, whose career journey spans fashion design, recruitment on Wall Street, and leading tech teams in New Zealand and the U.S.Wendy shares her inspiring story of adaptability and growth, from winning the U.S. green card lottery to navigating the dot-com boom in San Francisco and returning to Aotearoa to lead cloud and database reliability teams. She opens up about:Lessons from thousands of interviews across industriesHow recruitment instincts shaped her people-first leadership styleCreating inclusive spaces where women and underrepresented voices thriveBreaking myths about tech careers and encouraging more women into the sectorThe importance of empathy, community, and paying it forward in leadershipA must-listen for anyone interested in leadership, recruitment, and building inclusive teams in tech.#TechBeyondGender #WomenInTech #Leadership #Inclusion #CareerGrowth #TechCareers #DiversityInTech #Recruitment #EngineeringLeadership #Podcast | — | ||||||
| 9/20/25 |  Episode 51 - From Curiosity to Responsible AI: Ambica Dixit’s Global Tech Journey | In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar sits down with Ambica Dixit, Principal Partner for Data, AI, and Robotics at VedArc. With a career spanning India, the US, and New Zealand, Ambika shares her inspiring journey from childhood curiosity in STEM to leading data-led transformation and intelligent automation.She opens up about:Breaking into IT during the outsourcing boom of the early 2000sHer transition from teaching computers to strategic tech leadershipPioneering AI-driven solutions in both legacy and modern systemsAdvocating for responsible AI with pillars of security, trust, and inclusivityThe myths around AI “replacing jobs” and why she sees it as a creator of opportunitiesWhether you’re curious about digital transformation, the future of AI, or the values that sustain global leadership, this conversation will leave you motivated and informed.#TechBeyondGender #AI #ResponsibleAI #WomenInTech #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #InclusionInTech #Robotics #DataScience #TechPodcast | — | ||||||
| 9/14/25 |  Episode 50: Redefining Security: How Ankita Dhakar Built Capture the Bug | In this milestone 50th episode of Tech Beyond Gender, host Meena Satishkumar sits down with Ankita Dhakar, co-founder of Capture the Bug—a community-powered cybersecurity platform redefining penetration testing for modern digital teams.Ankita shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Jaipur, India, to moving to New Zealand as an international student, and ultimately becoming an “accidental founder” in the cybersecurity space—despite not having a computer science background. She opens up about the challenges of being a migrant woman in tech, the resilience it takes to build networks from scratch, and her belief that “success is best when it’s shared.”In this conversation, Ankita discusses:The inspiration behind founding Capture the Bug and disrupting traditional pen testing.The hurdles and unique strengths of being a migrant woman entrepreneur in New Zealand.How consistency, patience, and community have shaped her leadership.Her vision for the future of cybersecurity, including AI-driven autonomous pen testing.Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a migrant professional, or simply curious about cybersecurity innovation, Ankita’s story offers powerful lessons in resilience, purpose, and believing in yourself.#TechBeyondGender #PodcastEpisode #50thEpisode #CyberSecurity #PenTesting #CaptureTheBug #Innovation #TechForGood #WomenInTech #WomenFounders #DiversityInTech #InclusionMatters #BreakingBarriers#Leadership #Resilience #Consistency #StartupLife #MigrantVoices | — | ||||||
| 8/25/25 |  Episode 49: Vicky Twomey-Lee - Championing Diversity in Tech with PyLadies & Python | Vicky Twomey-Lee, EuroPython Fellow and founder of PyLadies Dublin, joins host Meena Satishkumar to reflect on nearly two decades of shaping inclusive tech communities. From growing up in Ireland and discovering her love for technology, to building safe spaces for women and underrepresented groups, Vicky shares candid insights on representation in tech, navigating burnout, and sustaining grassroots movements. She also offers her perspective on AI-generated code, the power of mentorship, and her creative projects that blend coding, games, and maker culture.#TechCommunity #WomenInTech #DiversityInTech #InclusiveTech #TechForGood #CommunityBuilding #Python #PyLadies #EuroPython #CodingCommunity #OpenSource #RepresentationMatters #Mentorship #Advocacy #STEMDiversity #LeadershipInTech #Podcast #TechPodcast #Inspiration #TechBeyondGender | — | ||||||
| 8/12/25 |  Episode 48 - Pip Klenner: 30 Years in Tech, People-First Leadership & Bridging Business and Technology | In this warm and insightful episode of Tech Beyond Gender I sit down with Pip Klenner a seasoned leader with nearly three decades in the tech world to explore how people processes and technology come together to drive real transformationFrom her unexpected start in IT to leading complex change initiatives Pip shares candid stories about the moments that shaped her leadership style the art of translating between business and tech teams and the importance of emotional intelligence in building trust and connection We dive into challenges like unconscious bias why women often hold back from applying for roles and how organisations can create truly inclusive culturesPip also reflects on her key lessons from transformation projects how she maintains resilience during tough times and why she believes valuing diversity is the single most important trait for future tech teams Whether you are in tech or leading change in any industry this conversation is a masterclass in human centred leadership#TechBeyondGender #WomenInTech #Leadership #DiversityAndInclusion #PeopleFirst #TechLeadership #Transformation #EmotionalIntelligence #CareerGrowth #InclusiveLeadership #ChangeManagement #BridgingTheGap #BiasInTech #WomenLeaders #FutureOfWork | — | ||||||
| 8/4/25 |  Episide 47 - Tech, Tenacity & Transformation: Sumita Chopra’s Journey from Code to Community | From floppy disks to national health reforms, Sumita Chopra’s inspiring journey spans over two decades of innovation, resilience, and social impact. In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Sumita shares how she navigated the evolving tech landscape since 1999, led transformative projects like India’s first health insurance scheme for the underprivileged, and balanced it all with family life and meaningful volunteer work. A passionate technologist and community builder, she speaks about the power of preparation, the magic of breathwork, and why communication is the bridge between great ideas and real solutions.#TechBeyondGender #WomenInTech #SocialImpact #LeadershipJourney #TechForGood #MindfulLeadership #WorldBank #HealthTech #AgileThinking #MeditationInTech #TechTransformation #InspiringStories #InclusiveTech | — | ||||||
| 7/27/25 |  Episode 46 - Mindful Leadership in Tech: Mahimi Fernando on Reflection, Resilience & Purpose | In this thoughtful episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar speaks with Mahimi Fernando, Engineering Team Lead at Xero, whose career journey from Sri Lanka to New Zealand is shaped by courage, curiosity, and continuous growth.Mahimi shares how she uses structured reflection techniques like journaling and mindfulness to navigate challenges, overcome self-doubt, and support others. From her first failure in automation testing to building high-performing teams and studying psychology, Mahimi offers a deeply human approach to leadership—anchored in purpose and empathy.This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to lead with clarity, trust themselves more, and build inclusive, thoughtful teams in tech.#MindfulLeadership #WomenInTech #TechBeyondGender #SelfAwareness #ResilientLeadership #GrowthMindset #DiversityInTech #LeadershipWithPurpose #PsychologyInTech #ImposterSyndrome #InclusiveTech #ReflectivePractice #JournalingForGrowth | — | ||||||
| 7/16/25 |  Episode 45: Systems Thinking and Software Clarity with Andrea Magnorsky | In this episode, Principal Architect Andrea Magnorsky joins us to explore the power of systems thinking — and why it matters now more than ever. With over two decades of experience spanning game development, architecture strategy, and functional programming, Andrea shares how she brings clarity to complexity.We talk about:What systems thinking actually is (with pigs and wolves!)How to make better architectural decisions with decentralised practicesAddressing systemic bias in techThe importance of active listening and meta-thinking in leadershipWhy decision-making is at the heart of good architectureIf you’ve ever wondered how to zoom out, connect the dots, and bring coherence to chaos — this episode is for you. | — | ||||||
| 6/30/25 |  Episode 44 - Challenging the Odds: Barbara Gruber’s Bold Leap Into Tech | Barbara Gruber’s path from journalist in Germany to engineering manager in New Zealand is a powerful story of grit, reinvention, and courage. In this episode, she shares how she overcame language barriers, broke into tech with no prior experience, and handled rejection with resilience. We dive into her early struggles, cultural adaptation, and the leadership lessons she now brings to the table—always direct, always empathetic. A must-listen for career changers, migrant professionals, and women in tech.#WomenInTech #ChallengingTheOdds #CareerPivot #MigrantVoices #TechLeadership #InspiringJourneys #Reinvention #TechBeyondGender #Resilience #BoldMoves | — | ||||||
| 6/23/25 |  Episode 43 - Heartwired: Michal Moore on Tech, Trust, and Turning Up for Others | In this heartwarming episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar speaks with Michal Moore, Engineering Lead at BNZ, whose journey goes far beyond the world of tech. From growing up with a Commodore 64 in Israel to leading critical systems in New Zealand, Michal shares how her passion for people, purpose, and problem-solving shaped her life.Listen as she opens up about working in SecOps, finding joy in emotional first aid, fostering “spicy” kittens, and harvesting fruit for food banks—all while driving knowledge-sharing and resilience in engineering teams.This conversation is a powerful reminder that success in tech can be deeply human.#TechBeyondGender #WomenInTech #EngineeringLeadership #VolunteeringMatters #DiversityInTech #InspiringVoices #TechWithHeart #EmotionalIntelligence #HumanSideOfTech #MichalMoore #BNZTech #PodcastNZ | — | ||||||
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