Agile Mentors Podcast from Mountain Goat Software
Episodes
#71: The World of DevOps with Carlos Nunez
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian dives into the world of DevOps with guest Carlos Nunez. Listen in as they explore the origins, debunk myths, and unlock the pot...
#70: The Role of a Leader in Agile with Mike Cohn
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Brian sits down with Mike Cohn, the CEO of Mountain Goat Software to talk about how leaders can use agile concepts in order to keep their team ...
#69: Should Scrum Masters Be Technical with Allison Pollard
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Brian sits down with Allison Pollard on the Agile Mentors Podcast to discuss the age-old question: Should Scrum Masters be technical? Tune in f...
#68: The Pros and Cons and Real World Applications of SAFe with Mike Hall
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian on the Agile Mentors Podcast as he sits down with Mike Hall for a refreshing perspective on SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), its real-world a...
#67: The Role Personality Plays in Team Dynamics with Dr. Ryne Sherman
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian on the Agile Mentors Podcast as he sits down with Dr. Ryne Sherman from Hogan Assessments to delve into the world of personality assessment...
#66: Successful Strategies for Navigating Team Conflicts
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the Agile Mentors Podcast as Brian unveils the secrets to resolving conflicts to achieve win-win outcomes in your Agile teams.
#65: Unlocking Lean Portfolio Management with Randy Hale
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and his guest Randy Hale as they delve into the world of Lean Portfolio Management to drive Agile transformations and make informed decisio...
#64: How Agile Methodologies are Reshaping Legal Practices with John Grant
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and his guest John Grant as they unveil how Agile methodologies are revolutionizing legal practices for improved client experiences and sma...
#63: The Interplay Between Data Science and Agile with Lance Dacy
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and his guest Lance Dacy as they address the interplay (and the skepticism) of combining Agile and data science. Tune in as they explore th...
#62: Effective Sprint Goals with Maarten Dalmijn
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this new episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian welcomes Maarten Dalmijn to discuss the secrets to setting impactful sprint goals, fostering c...
#61: The Complex Factors in The Office Vs. Remote Debate with Scott Dunn
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian, and Scott Dunn delve into the biggest question challenging teams right now: Should they return to the...
#60: Breaking the Agile Déjà Vu: Tackling Recurring Anti-Patterns with Reese Schmit
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian welcomes Agile coach Reese Schmit who shares her tips for breaking recurring anti-patterns in team...
#59: Revising the Scrum Guide with Don McGreal
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian welcomes Don McGreal to discuss the revision of the Scrum Guide and the delicate balance between s...
#58: Help! My Retrospectives Are Boring
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are your retrospectives boring? Join us on the latest episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast as Brian shares valuable insights on how to supercharge you...
#57: Saying NO Without Losing Your Job
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian Milner in another episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast series on unlocking the secrets of a sustainable pace. Today he’s delving into...
#56: The Power of Experimentation
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian Milner dives deep into the importance of experimentation in Agile organizations. Tune i...
#55: What is a Sustainable Pace?
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian takes listeners on a discovery of what sustainable pace is, what it isn’t, and how embr...
#54: Unlocking Agile's Power in the World of Data Science with Lance Dacy
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Agile Mentors, Brian sits down with Lance Dacy to discuss integrating Agile and Scrum practices into the world of data science.
#53: Agile Coaching: Debunking Myths and Unlocking Excellence with Lucy O'Keefe
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unveiling the truth behind Agile coaching! Brian sits down with Lucy O'Keefe to debunk the misconceptions, share the keys to effective coaching, a...
#52: The Birth of Agile: How 17 Adventurous Techies Changed the World with Jim Highsmith
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and Agile pioneer Jim Highsmith as they dive into the riveting saga of 17 tech rebels who defied convention, unleashed their passions, and ...
#51: The Secrets of Team Safety with Julie Chickering
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gain insights into building cohesive and agile teams that bleed into each other and explore how conflicts can be transformed into opportunities for gr...
#50: Choosing Your Path: Exploring the Roles of Scrum Master and Product Owner with Lance Dacy
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and his guest Lance Dacy as they explore the key differences, skill sets required, and the exciting opportunities in the roles of Scrum Mas...
#49: Celebrating One Year: A look back at 50 Episodes of the “Agile Mentor” Podcast
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian as he rediscovers and relives the most captivating topics, memorable guests, and impactful topics from the first year of the “Agile M...
#48: Holistic Agile Testing with Lisa Crispin and Janet Gregory
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and his guests, Janet Gregory, and Lisa Crispin, as they share their expertise on integrating testing into Agile teams. Discover how to bri...
#47: Exploring Lean Thinking in Agile Development with Bob Payne
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and his guest Bob Payne as they discuss the principles of lean thinking and how they apply to Agile methodologies.
#46: How to Assess Company Culture Before Accepting a Job Offer with Christina Ambers
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and guest Christina Ambers on this episode of the "Agile Mentors" podcast as they discuss the importance of asking the right questions duri...
#45: Overcoming the Challenges of Agile in Regulatory Environments with Scott Dunn
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and guest Scott Dunn as they share practical tips on navigating the challenges and achieving success in implementing Agile practices in reg...
#44: Transformations Take People with Anu Smalley
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the “Agile Mentors” podcast, Brian and Anu Smalley share their perspectives on the relationship between culture and Agi...
#43: Cultivating Agile Team Culture in a Virtual World with Richard Cheng
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Agile Mentors podcast, Brian and Richard Cheng discuss the challenges of working in a virtual environment, sharing insights and...
#42: The Importance of Self-Mastery with Bob Galen
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian and Bob Galen, Agile Coach and author, as they explore the significance of self-mastery in leadership and coaching.
#41: Cultural Transformation in Organizations with Karim Harbott
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Karim Harbott joins Brian to talk about the 5 levers of crafting a strong culture in an organization and the critical role of leaders in establishing ...
#40: Is it Time to Go Out on Your Own? Tips and Insights with Chris Li
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Li joins Brian to talk about making informed decisions about going out on your own and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.
#39: The Art of Writing User Stories with Mike Cohn
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Cohn joins Brian to share his experience facilitating story-writing workshops and offers insights on creating effective user stories that deliver...
#38: Using Agile for Social and Societal Transformation with Kubair Shirazee
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kubair Shirazee, Founder of Peace through Prosperity, joins Brian to share his experiences using Agile tools for social and societal transformation, h...
#37: Servant Leadership, Not Spineless Leadership with Brad Swanson
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Swanson joins Brian to explore the concept of servant leadership and share actionable takeaways to help you lead with compassion and empathy.
#36: Working with Humans with Dallas Jackson
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dallas Jackson joins Brian to explore the human aspect of work and the challenges that come with prioritizing the team while ensuring everyone is hear...
#35: Metrics with Lance Dacy
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Lance Dacy and Brian Milner as they discuss the use of metrics in an Agile environment to ensure optimal performance without taking things in the...
#34: I'm Trained, Now What? with Julie Chickering
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Julie Chickering and Brian Milner as they provide exclusive insight on utilizing your Scrum training, expanding your expertise, and passing your ...
#33 Mob Programming with Woody Zuill
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Woody Zuill and Brian Milner as they discuss the benefits of teams working together through Mob Programming.
#32: Scrum in High School Sports with Cort Sharp
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Cort Sharp and Brian Milner as they discuss experimenting with Scrum in other out-of-the-box environments, including how Cort uses it to train th...
#31: Starting Strong: Tips for Successfully Starting with a New Organization with Julie Chickering
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Julie Chickering and Brian Milner as they discuss strategies you can use to get started on the right foot with your new organization.
#30: How to Get the Best Out of the New Year with Lance Dacy
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Lance Dacy and Brian Milner as they discuss how to get the best out of the new year.
#29: Influencing Up with Scott Dunn
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Scott Dunn and Brian Milner as they discuss how to influence up, including the tools you can use to overcome difficulties and step into a partner...
#28: The Most Valuable Books for Leadership, Learning, and Sharing with Julie Chickering
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Julie Chickering sits down with Brian to share the best gift books for the Scrum masters in your life.
#27: Leading Without Blame with Tricia Broderick
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tricia Broderick joins Brian to discuss how to lead without blame.
#26: How Getting to Small Helps Teams Get Things Done with Lance Dacy
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lance Dacy joins Brian to discuss breaking down stories to get things done.
#25: Scaling with Henrik Kniberg
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Henrik Kniberg joins Brian to talk about creating the Spotify Model.
#24: How Agile Organizations Respond to Challenging Economic Times with Scott Dunn
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Dunn joins Brian to talk about how Agile teams and organizations respond in difficult economic times.
#23 How Agile Works in Education with John Miller
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
John Miller joins Brian to talk about Agile in the classroom.
#22: How to Create Helpful Product Roadmaps with Roman Pichler
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Roman Pichler joins Brian to talk about Product Roadmaps.
#21: Agile Marketing Teams with Stacey Ackerman
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian speaks with Stacey Ackerman about working with Marketing teams using Agile.
#20: Best of Coaching Calls with Mike Cohn
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Brian take audience questions in the “best of” from the Agile Mentors Community’s monthly coaching calls.
#19: How does project management work in Agile? with Julie Chickering
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Brian Milner is joined by Julie Chickering to talk about the wild world of Project Management.
#18: Coaching in an Agile world with Lyssa Adkins
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lyssa Adkins joins Brian to talk about the wonderful world of Agile coaching.
#17: Getting There From Here: Agile Transformations with David Hawks
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Hawks joins Brian to discuss the process of an organization becoming Agile.
#16: Quality: The Hidden Secret Ingredient with Mitch Lacey
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mitch Lacey joins Brian to talk about building quality into our work.
#15: Answering Questions from Quora with Brian Milner
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian takes some of the most popular questions about Scrum from Quora.com and answers them.
#14: What does it mean to be Product-Centric? With Scott Dunn
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Dunn joins Brian to talk about what it means to be product-centric
#13: What does cross-functional really mean?
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lance Dacy joins Brian to dig into cross-functionality.
#12: Kanban with Kert Peterson
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kert joins Brian again to talk about Kanban
#11: Estimating in Agile with Mike Cohn
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian and Mike talk about why and how to use Story Points in estimating.
#10: Why User Stories are the Best Way to Capture Requirements with Mike Cohn
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian and Mike talk about how to capture requirements with User Stories.
#9: Scrum Artifacts with Kert Peterson
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian and Kert talk about the final component of the Scrum Framework - Artifacts.
#8: Sprint Retrospectives with Scott Dunn
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian Milner and guest co-host Scott Dunn as they discuss why the retrospective is an important part of agile and how to use this meeting to help...
#7: The Sprint Review is not a Demo with Julie Chickering
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian Milner and Julie Chickering as they discuss the true purpose of the Sprint Review and why it is a mistake to call this event a ‘demo&...
#6: How to make the Daily Scrum more effective with Julie Chickering
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Brian Milner is joined by Julie Chickering to talk about the best practices and common pitfalls to avoid during the Daily Scrum event.
#5: Scott Dunn Shares Everything You Need to Run Sprint Planning
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Scott Dunn and Brian review the key aspects of leading an effective sprint planning meeting: its purpose, how it works, who attends, ...
#4: The Developer Role in Scrum with Sherman Gomberg
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian Milner and Sherman Gomberg for a discussion of the importance of a Scrum team’s developers and why self-organizing teams are at the h...
#3: What Makes a Great Product Owner? With Lance Dacy
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian Milner and guest co-host Lance Dacy to look at the key capabilities of the product owner, mistakes to avoid, and getting maximum business v...
Special Episode Scrum Gathering Denver 2022
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Brian describes the upcoming Scrum Gathering in Denver, including the subject of his talks on the daily scrum and leadership ...
#2: Succeeding in the Scrum Master Role with Mike Cohn
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Mike Cohn and Brian Milner as they discuss the Scrum Master role: its distinctions from project management, Scrum Master responsibilities for tea...
#1: Scrum vs Agile & Keys to Success with Mike Cohn
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Mike Cohn and Brian Milner as they discuss succeeding with agile, including how to choose a framework, the best place to start, & when to bre...