On the Pybites podcast, Andrew McLeod discusses the role of mindfulness in the tech industry, emphasizing its importance in humanizing technology and enhancing emotional intelligence. He explains how mindfulness can increase awareness of physical sensations beyond mere thoughts and cautions against using it as a substitute for taking action on problems. McLeod highlights the benefits of mindfulness in improving interpersonal relations and team performance, particularly in the context of code reviews. The episode references several books and courses on mindfulness, including "The Miracle Of Mindfulness" and "Chief Joy Officer," and suggests resources like Tara Brach's work and mindful code review practices.