This Week in Testing

• How to test a stage 99 times over - Ep 99

  In this milestone 99th episode of This Week in Testing, co-hosts Simon Tomes, Ben Dowen, Demi Van Malcot, Oleksandr Romanov, Mariem Safi, Judy Mosley, and Rosie Sherry gather to celebrate the journey so far. They reflect on how the podcast started as a simple experiment and grew into a weekly space for connection, learning, and community support.Each co-host shares what it’s meant to be part of the experience. From early nerves to finding confidence in co-hosting, they talk about the joy of welcoming new voices and creating a space where everyone can share something valuable. Rosie looks back on the origins of Ministry of Testing and what it means to step forward as both a founder and a participant.The group also highlights how small actions, ike joining the chat or giving a short talk, can lead to bigger moments of growth. There are stories of encouragement, lessons in showing up, and plenty of appreciation for those who make this space what it is. It’s a warm and honest episode about building something meaningful together, one stage at a time.#Episode99#TestingCommunity#CommunityVoices#OriginStories#CoHosting#PublicSpeaking#ConfidenceInTesting#MoTMultiverse#ThisWeekInTesting

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• Performance reviews are like marmite Ep 98

  In this episode of This Week in Testing, co-hosts Nataliia Burmei and Simon Tomes gather the community for Episode 98 and steer the conversation toward the spicy topic of performance reviews. Joined on stage by Eamon Droko, Olly Fairhall, and Milan Kumar, they explore how testers experience reviews, why they can feel so Marmite, and whether they can be made more useful, fair, or even enjoyable.From using community contributions as evidence of impact to running bug hunts that reveal unexpected insights, the group reflects on the power of visibility, feedback, and shared learning. Nataliia shares her experiments with white-box coding using Cursor AI, while Simon spotlights MoT’s latest platform features, including new Community Stars stats and a much-requested way to follow user profiles.Along the way, Eamon describes how community work creates value inside the workplace, Milan shares his dream of one test stack to rule them all, and Olly celebrates the fresh eyes a team-wide bug hunt can bring. And yes, there’s a surprise mic appearance from Gary Hawkes, setting the stage for the long-awaited chaos of Episode 99, next week!Whether you dread your next review cycle or want ideas for making your work more visible, this episode offers honest stories, smart tactics, and a few Marmite moments that every tester will relate to.#PerformanceReviews#MarmiteDebate#CommunityStars#AIinTesting#BugHunts#CareerGrowth#TestingCommunity#MoTPlatform#TeamQuality#ThisWeekInTesting

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• Top tips for TestBash: How to explore the happy path Ep 97

  In this episode of This Week in Testing, co-hosts Nataliia Burmei and Simon Tomes gather the community for Episode 97 and steer the conversation toward all things TestBash Brighton 2025. Joined on stage by Eamon Droko, Preeti Gupta, and Lynda Hughes, they swap meetup stories, celebrate the latest flurry of Community Stars and certificates, and plot a chaotic—but exciting—Episode 99 reunion of every co-host. Along the way they nudge listeners to help founder Rosie Sherry reach the magic “99 followers” milestone and highlight new micro-features that turn the MoT platform into a treasure hunt for testers.From planning conference budgets and convincing budget-holders, to crafting a personal schedule, spacing out workshops, and remembering to leave camera storage free for those all-important selfies, the group shares practical tips for thriving at large events—plus reminders to keep the conversations going long after the badge lanyards come off. You’ll hear how London meetups sparked spin-off one-to-one calls, why snapping photos preserves community history, and how an Unlimited membership unlocked training, certifications, and a first-ever TestBash for one attendee. Whether you’re plotting your own trip to Brighton or looking for fresh ways to connect between meetups, this episode is packed with encouragement, real-world tactics, and that familiar MoT energy that turns “just another Friday” into a springboard for growth.#TestBashBrighton#ConferenceTips#CommunityStars#Meetups#Networking#LearningAndDevelopment#BudgetingForConferences#CareerGrowth#TestingCommunity#MoTPlatform

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• Confessions of a testing community Ep 96

  In this episode of This Week in Testing, Demi van Malcot and Oleksandr Romanov uncover community stories, feature launches, and personal milestones that defined another busy week in the world of testing. Joined by Rosie Sherry, Emily O’Connor, Jesse Berkeley, and Sarah Byng, they explore how testers are making connections, shaping their careers, and finding new ways to contribute.From discovering hidden features like Q&A stars and linking profiles, to preparing accessibility sessions and launching automation projects, the episode is packed with the small wins and big ideas that keep our community thriving. You’ll hear stories from recent in-person meetups, reflections on the value of sharing knowledge, and a conversation about building confidence to contribute—whether it’s through a post, a talk, or a one-to-one chat. And as always, there are a few secrets sprinkled in too.#CommunityStories#TestingMeetups#TestAutomation#AccessibilityTesting#CareerGrowth#KnowledgeSharing#CommunityFeatures#ExpertGeneralist#MinistryOfTesting#TestingCareers#PublicSpeaking#ContributingToCommunity

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• Leading with quality actions, not titles Ep 95

  In this episode of This Week in Testing, Nataliia Burmei and Ben Dowen open the floor to a community conversation on how testers influence quality through everyday actions. Joined by Christine Pinto, Gary Hawkes, Preeti Gupta, Eamon Droko, and Demi Van Malcot, they share practical stories of leading without needing a leadership title.From supporting remote teams and coaching others to introducing new ways of working and asking timely questions, the episode highlights how testers shape quality culture by stepping up and speaking out. Whether you're early in your career or already guiding teams, this discussion is full of insights on making a difference through action.#QualityLeadership#LeadWithQuality#TestingLeadership#QualityCulture#ThisWeekInTesting#MinistryOfTesting#MoTCommunity#QualityEngineering#TechLeadership#SoftwareTesting#RiskBasedTesting#TestingVisibility#ShiftLeftTesting#ContinuousImprovement

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