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Flip the Focus

Podcast by Jen Dobbie

English

Technology & science

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About Flip the Focus

Flip the Focus is the factory reset for tech. Jen Dobbie and Producer Nico spotlight the Founders, Funders and Leaders asking big tech questions that flip the industry on its head. From shaking up funding, to putting the status bro on notice, they’re building new systems to keep tech human. Join us each time and find out what got them focussed on tech, how they’re flipping it, and where they’re building community to give bad tech the bird.

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14 episodes

episode Lifting Mental Health, with Marika Conomos artwork

Lifting Mental Health, with Marika Conomos

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/ [https://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/]

6 Oct 2025 - 34 min
episode Trustworthy Tech, with Victor Dominello artwork

Trustworthy Tech, with Victor Dominello

Where does digital trust come into our daily lived experiences? What impact should it have, and where does responsibility lie for getting it right? Let's get into it. In this episode, Host Jen Dobbie is joined by the Honorable Victor Dominello. Victor is a globally recognised leader in digital government transformation, renowned for his human first approach to tech. Serving 14 years as a NSW politician, including 4 years as State Minister for Customer Service and Digital, he revolutionised public service with initiatives like Service NSW and the Digital Driver’s Licence. His introduction of revolutionary digital services was not without controversy or difficulty. His willingness to address those issues; along with his huge knowledge of, and passion for, the power of tech for good, continue to keep him at the forefront of the digital conversation. Victor is now Director of the UNSW-UTS Trustworthy Digital Society Hub and Chair of Services Australia Advisory Board, driving ethical digital identity and government innovation strategies. If you love this episode, subscribe and help amplify our voice by giving us a star rating and review. It'll help others find the show and mean we can carry on sharing stories from awesome people like Victor, Cindy Gallop, Ida Tin and more... Let's flip the focus, together. Flip the Focus is made possible by Hotwire Australia.

24 Sep 2025 - 51 min
episode The Ethics of AI, with Alina Timofeeva artwork

The Ethics of AI, with Alina Timofeeva

Is AI taking over, unchecked? In this episode, Host Jen Dobbie is joined by Alina Timofeeva. Alina is a globally renowned AI strategist and advocate for women’s empowerment. She champions AI’s power to dismantle hiring biases and promote workforce opportunities, while warning against algorithmic discrimination. Her TEDx talk, “Fail But Never Give Up,” has over 500,000 views. Alina is a sought-after speaker at the World Economic Forum and London Tech Week, guiding governments and business on AI for gender equity and operational resilience. If you want to understand how the societal impacts of AI translate directly to your brand and business, then let's get into it. Love this episode? Subscribe and help amplify our voice by giving us a star rating and review. It will help others find the show and flip the focus, together. Flip the Focus is made possible by Hotwire Australia.

26 Jun 2025 - 46 min
episode Strategic Compassion with Louise Wilson artwork

Strategic Compassion with Louise Wilson

Can big tech companies help normalise working parenthood? In this episode, Host Jen Dobbie is joined by Louise Wilson. With more than 17 years at global tech giants like Yahoo, Twitter and LinkedIn to her name, Louise has delivered year on year revenue growth whilst driving systemic change for caregivers. A Senior Sales Leader at LinkedIn, she's also Global Co-Chair of Families@LinkedIn, where she scaled a community of over 6000 global members and 150 volunteers. Keen to widen the community, she also co-founded The Village, a supportive community for parents in media, and is a Finalist for B&T Women in Tech 2025. If you're a parent who works; not a worker who parents - let's get into it! Love this episode? Subscribe and help amplify our voice by giving us a star rating and review. It will help others find the show and flip the focus, together. Flip the Focus is made possible by Hotwire Australia.

28 May 2025 - 48 min
episode Where Media is Moving, with Karissa Breen artwork

Where Media is Moving, with Karissa Breen

In this episode, Jen Dobbie sits down with Karissa Breen (KB), a prominent figure in cybersecurity media, and the host of the KBKast. They discuss the evolution of media, the impact of AI on both media and cybersecurity, and the importance of execution in entrepreneurship. KB shares insights from her journey, emphasising the need for resilience and motivation in the face of the challenges she's faced as an entrepreneur. From farming to skipping the Christmas party, KB and Jen go to some unexpected places to understand the relentless nature of work and the entrepreneurial mindset. KB also addresses the significance of personal branding, the challenges women face in tech, and the need for respect and collaboration in the industry, offering practical advice for women entering tech and highlights the importance of amplifying female voices in the field. Let's get into it!Connect with UsFollow us on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jendobbie/Have [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jendobbie/Have] thoughts on this Episode, or Guests? Email us at flipthefocus@hotwireglobal.com [flipthefocus@hotwireglobal.com]

1 Apr 2025 - 53 min
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