The Project Cambridge Podcast

Tim Minshall from the Institute for Manufacturing (IfM) at the University of Cambridge makes Manufacturing fun and fascinating. He's an award-winning lecturer, who is doing some wonderful work at raising awareness of manufacturing among schoolchildren and their teachers.

He also researches, writes and gives talks about manufacturing, innovation and skills, nationally and internationally.

He sits down with Jen to rewind on his life and career so far and gives his take on how Cambridge can optimise the opportunity to embrace manufacturing. We also chat through skills and education and the importance of getting more young...

Rachel Boyd-Moss from Clause & Effect is a leading Cambridge voice in the world of quality management and ISO accreditation. Together with Jen, she unpacks what it really means to build trust through standards — beyond the paperwork and into the culture of continuous improvement. From audit anecdotes to practical advice on navigating compliance without losing your sanity, this conversation shines a light on the people and purpose behind ISO.

Whether you’re deep in the world of accreditation or just ISO-curious, Rachel’s perspective will have you rethinking what “quality” truly means.

Here's the link to register f...

Charlotte Horobin, CEO of Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce joins us for a raw, honest, organic and uncut interview. We take a meander through her early years and career and talk about overcoming hurdles in life, what happens when she comes face to face with nerves and we'll also uncover her career dreams that didn't come true. Charlotte also tells us about her previous employment (she once worked as a shepherdess!) as well as her success as Region Director at Make UK.

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Following the devastating news that Arthur Rank Hospice Charity is set to lose £829,000 of NHS funding, we welcome CEO Sharon Allen OBE FCGI onto the podcast to talk through what this means for Cambridgeshire.

We also chat through the wonderful services the charity provides, both in the hospice and in the wider community and we discover what people can do to support through this difficult time.

We also announce the Project Cambridge Charity Skydive in aid of Arthur Rank Hospice, which we encourage our listeners and viewers to sign up for. Register your interest here: h...

We're very pleased to introduce you to Ruben Ruiz-Mateos Serrano, CEO & Founder of Polytecks. Ruben shares with us how his unique technology is revolutionising cardio vascular diagnostics, in people & pets! 🐈‍⬛🫀🩺

He also dives into his experience of this year's Impulse programme and walks us through his journey through academia and the transition to living in Cambridge.

We talk about Biomedical Engineering, as well as how to make the most of your university experience.

We also welcome an extra special guest on this episode!

Paul Beastall, the CEO of Cambridge based HutanBio, talks to Jen Richardson. It really is a fascinating account of what it takes to be a successful CEO driving a 'renewable revolution'. Paul talks us through HutanBio's remarkable technology and also reflects upon how his experience as a parkrun Event Director here in Cambridge has equipped him with the public speaking skills that have become so vital in the role of CEO.

Cambridge based Superdielectrics are creating low-cost electricity for everyone using their revolutionary polymer-based energy storage technology. But what even is a supercapacitor? We talk to Marcus Scott in simple, digestible, relatable tech terms and he explains how Superdielectrics are collaborating with E.ON to bring your energy bills down. We also talk Skills & Talent and find out what some of the skills are that you might not have considered necessary for working in SciTech, as well as why getting a route in doesn’t always mean needing a university education.

In Episode 2 Sustainable Tech 4 Good join us to discuss Digital Inclusion and Sustainability Impact here in Cambridge.

Despite being the Tech capital of Europe, Cambridge is also one of the most unequal cities in Europe and this disparity is linked to digital inclusion challenges.

It's an honest, frank and powerful discussion and we discover how one company's 'lockdown idea' has evolved into something much bigger and is helping nearly 50 charities in Cambridgeshire and thousands of individuals.

And if you're a business with surplus, legacy and broken tech, we'll tell you how you can...

In Episode 2 Sustainable Tech 4 Good join us to discuss Digital Inclusion and Sustainability Impact here in Cambridge.

Despite being the Tech capital of Europe, Cambridge is also one of the most unequal cities in Europe and this disparity is linked to digital inclusion challenges.

It's an honest, frank and powerful discussion and we discover how one company's 'lockdown idea' has evolved into something much bigger and is helping nearly 50 charities in Cambridgeshire and thousands of individuals.

And if you're a business with surplus, legacy and broken tech, we'll tell you how you can...

Join us for Project Cambridge's first Production where we interview the phenomenal Fiona McGonigle. We take a meander through her career, discuss skills and green skills, her motivation behind forming 'WAGW' and the eagerly awaited event she's organising on 17th June 2025. We also find out why she loves K-Pop so much!