Scrum works great for small teams, but what happens when a company has hundreds of developers? Alex explains popular scaling frameworks like SAFe, LeSS, and Scrum@Scale, while Erin questions whether adding more process really keeps things Agile—or just turns it into bureaucracy with extra meeting.
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Ep. 5 - Agile Estimation – How Teams Predict Work
Estimating work in Agile isn’t about perfect accuracy—it’s about making informed guesses using techniques like Story Points, Planning Poker, and T-shirt sizing. Alex explains why teams estimate effort instead of time, while Erin wonders if Story Points are just a way to avoid real deadlines.
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Ep. 4 - Scrum Artifacts – Tools For Teams on Track
Scrum teams rely on three key artifacts—the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment—to keep work transparent and focused. Alex explains how these artifacts help teams prioritize and deliver value, while Erin questions if the backlog ever truly gets shorter and whether "increment" is just a fancy word for progress.
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Ep. 3 - Scrum Events – Keep the Process on Track
Scrum runs on a set of structured events—Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective—designed to keep teams aligned and productive. Alex breaks down how each event serves a purpose, while Erin questions whether daily meetings are really necessary and if retrospectives ever go beyond just complaining.
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Ep. 2 - Scrum Roles – Who Does What Now?
Scrum has three key roles: Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers—but what do they actually do? By the end, you'll know who’s responsible for what—and why Scrum teams don’t need micromanagement to thrive.
Scrum Unraveled: Agile for Normal People is the podcast that breaks down Agile and Scrum without the jargon or corporate buzzwords. Whether you’re new to Scrum or just tired of confusing explanations, hosts Alex (the expert) and Erin (the curious newbie) guide you through everything from stand-ups to sprints with real talk, humor, and practical insights. Perfect for anyone who wants to understand how Agile actually works—without sitting through another dull training session. This podcast was created through a groundbreaking partnership between man (one guy) and machine (AI narration and research).
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