Flip the Focus
Flip the Focus
Podcast Description
The podcast to change the way we look at tech.In each episode, your host Jen Dobbie uncovers unforgettable tales about the people in tech. Who's smashing tech ceilings or stereotypes? Or using tech to solve major societal issues? We meet household names in tech - and give voice to those just starting out, too.Every episode will inspire you to take action - and help flip the focus in tech.Let’s get into it!Flip the Focus is a Hotwire Australia podcast.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of themes such as gender equality in tech, the challenges of working parenthood, and innovations addressing societal issues through technology. Episodes include discussions on women's wealth inequality, the evolution of AI, and systemic changes in tech for better representation, exemplified by guests like Louise Wilson addressing working parenthood and Kate Tollenaar discussing AI governance and gender diversity.
The podcast to change the way we look at tech.
In each episode, your host Jen Dobbie uncovers unforgettable tales about the people in tech. Who’s smashing tech ceilings or stereotypes? Or using tech to solve major societal issues? We meet household names in tech – and give voice to those just starting out, too.
Every episode will inspire you to take action – and help flip the focus in tech.
Let’s get into it!
Flip the Focus is a Hotwire Australia podcast.
Can AI be trusted to help with mental health? Let’s get into it.
In this episode, host Jen Dobbie sits down with psychologist and founder Marika Conomos for a courageous, forward looking conversation on the intersection of human care and AI in mental health. Marika brings decades of clinical insight and a personal passion for tech, sharing the challenges and wins as she works to build ethical, accessible solutions for one of the toughest healthcare challenges.
Through raw stories and powerful stats, we explore the deep need for timely support, consistent care, and innovative technology. Tech always built and strictly regulated to serve humans first. From heartbreaking wait times to new possibilities for tech supported therapy, Jen and Marika break down what’s working, what isn’t, and why ethical guardrails are non negotiable for tech in care.
If you love this episode, help amplify our voice: subscribe, leave a star rating, and give us a quick review. This helps more people find the show and supports our mission to share stories from leaders shaping tomorrow’s health, tech, and inclusion—like Marika, Victor Dominello, Cindy Gallop, Ida Tin and more. Let’s flip the focus, together.
Flip the Focus Seasons 1 and 2 are made possible by Hotwire Australia.
Mental Health Resources: If this episode raised any issues for you; or you are experiencing poor mental health, you are not alone. Please reach out to your GP, talk to a trusted friend or colleague, or use the following resources.
Telephone Support
Lifeline Australia, 24/7 help at 13 11 14
SANE Helpline: 9-5 weekdays. 1800 18 7263
Online Support and Resources
Suicide Prevention Australia: https://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/
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