Tech4Good Voices

Tech4Good South West

What does it actually look like when technology is used for good not in theory, but in practice, with real organisations and real communities? Tech for Good Voices brings you honest, story-led conversations with the people at the heart of a growing tech-for-good movement. Hosted by Annie Legge of Tech4Good South West, each episode features practitioners, innovators, and changemakers from charities, social enterprises, tech businesses, and community organisations — sharing the challenges they've faced, the changes they've made, and what they've learned along the way. From AI ethics and digital inclusion to community-led innovation and grassroots practice, the conversations range from local South West stories to themes shaping the sector nationally and beyond. Whether you're a non-profit professional, a tech specialist with a social conscience, or someone trying to figure out how to make technology work for people, you'll find something here that resonates, inspires, and helps you see what's possible. Visit us at Tech4Good South West

  1. From Executive Dysfunction to AI Solution: Building MyCoPilot (now Unbreakable) for ADHD

    08/13/2025

    From Executive Dysfunction to AI Solution: Building MyCoPilot (now Unbreakable) for ADHD

    What happens when your smartphone becomes your biggest enemy in managing ADHD? In this powerful conversation, Annie sits down with Alastair Brayne, founder of Unbreakable (formerly MyCoPilot.ai), who turned his personal struggle with organisation, planning and digital addiction into a mission to help others. Alastair shares the raw reality of building a startup while neurodivergent, from developing "a really dumb little app" in his bedroom to creating an AI-powered platform that provides compassionate support for people with ADHD. We dive deep into the neuroscience behind why smartphones can make ADHD symptoms worse, the challenges of securing funding as a neurodiverse founder, and the personal cost of pursuing a mission-driven business. This episode explores the darker side of our relationship with technology, the power of AI to heal rather than harm, and what it truly means to build "Tech for Good" - even when it feels like an act of revenge against the systems that failed you. Key Topics: Digital addiction and ADHDBuilding inclusive technology for neurodiversityThe startup journey and mental healthAI as a tool for compassionate supportCommunity building in the tech space A perfect listen for entrepreneurs, anyone interested in mental health tech, or those curious about the intersection of neurodiversity and innovation. Connect with Alastair: Find Alastair on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/albrayne Unbreakable website: icanbeunbreakable.com (formerly MyCoPilot.ai: mycopilot.ai) All links and the full episode at our website ⁠tech4goodsouthwest.org/podcast⁠

    46 min
  2. Weronika Stelmach - Building a sustainable and circular fashion future

    12/11/2024

    Weronika Stelmach - Building a sustainable and circular fashion future

    In this episode of the Tech4Good South West podcast, host Arielle Tye speaks with Weronika Stelma, co-founder and CEO of Weaving Change, a social enterprise focused on sustainable fashion. They discuss the launch of their app, Swerve, which aims to help users digitise their wardrobes and make sustainable fashion choices. Weronica shares her journey from a chemistry background to creating a tech startup, the challenges of funding, and the ethical considerations of using AI in fashion. The conversation highlights the importance of using technology for social good and the future of digital fashion. Takeaways Weaving Change focuses on making sustainable fashion accessible. The Swerve app allows users to digitize their wardrobes. Only 10% of clothes in wardrobes are regularly worn. Funding is crucial for startups in the social enterprise space. Aura is an outfit recommendation algorithm based on personal style. Ethical considerations in AI development are essential. Digital fashion is the future of the industry. Understanding the impact of technology on the environment is vital. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tech for Good South West 01:45 Sustainable Fashion and Weaving Change 05:05 The Journey of Weaving Change 09:00 Funding and Business Model 11:20 Developing the Aura Algorithm 15:41 Ethical Considerations in AI and Fashion 21:29 Future Plans for Weaving Change 24:24 Defining Tech for Good

    28 min

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What does it actually look like when technology is used for good not in theory, but in practice, with real organisations and real communities? Tech for Good Voices brings you honest, story-led conversations with the people at the heart of a growing tech-for-good movement. Hosted by Annie Legge of Tech4Good South West, each episode features practitioners, innovators, and changemakers from charities, social enterprises, tech businesses, and community organisations — sharing the challenges they've faced, the changes they've made, and what they've learned along the way. From AI ethics and digital inclusion to community-led innovation and grassroots practice, the conversations range from local South West stories to themes shaping the sector nationally and beyond. Whether you're a non-profit professional, a tech specialist with a social conscience, or someone trying to figure out how to make technology work for people, you'll find something here that resonates, inspires, and helps you see what's possible. Visit us at Tech4Good South West