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The Digital State Podcast

Conversations with senior leaders, delivery professionals, and technologists shaping the future of UK public services. Honest discussions on data, digital, and delivery.

Sponsored by Mayfair IT Consultancy. Hosted by Asad Ansari and Paul Scully.

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Who's on the show

Guests from government, industry and public services talk about how technology and policy are changing UK public services.

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Where it's published

Every episode, with guest details and show notes, is published on digitalstatepodcast.co.uk.

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How to listen

Watch on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Episodes

Latest episodes.

YouTubeEp. 1
24/08/2026

The System is Failing? | The Digital State - Episode 1 | ft. Kevin O’Neill - SVP, CGI

Welcome to the very first episode of The Digital State. In our debut episode, we sit down with Kevin O’Neill, Vice President at CGI, to discuss the changing world of technology, how it impacts public services, and what the future looks like for digital governance. If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Comment, and Subscribe to support our new show. Sponsored by Mayfair IT Consultancy. Hosts: Asad Ansari and Paul Scully.

Watch on digitalstatepodcast.co.uk
YouTubeEp. 2
24/08/2026

Tech & AI for SMEs | The Digital State - Episode 2 | ft. Emma Jones CBE

In this episode, we are joined by Emma Jones CBE from the Office of the Small Business Commissioner. Together, we explore how technology is changing the way small businesses operate, why AI is becoming more accessible than many people realise, and the practical challenges that SMEs continue to face in a digital world. Sponsored by Mayfair IT Consultancy. Hosts: Asad Ansari and Paul Scully.

Watch on digitalstatepodcast.co.uk

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