Best Gareth Thompson Podcasts (2024)

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#12 - Rob Sherman, "Football Super Brain" 1:00:43

2d ago1:00:43

1:00:43

This week we welcome Rob Sherman. Rob is not only a highly regarded football coach, coach educator, and football development super brain, but also a mentor of mine. Knowing what it takes to make it as an athlete and as a coach, Rob is uniquely positioned to share his insights and advice with aspiring athletes and coaches. Even more so he is a dad t…

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Jason Byrne, Marjolein Robertson, David Ireland, Isabella Nefar, Catriona Price, Two Hearts 33:23

1h ago33:23

33:23

Clive Anderson is joined by comedian Jason Byrne who returns to Edinburgh for his 28th consecutive Fringe with No Show, a performance that will be totally new each night. Playwright and actor David Ireland’s award-winning plays Cyprus Avenue and Ulster American have had success across the world. His latest play The Fifth Step stars Jack Lowden and …

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WR924: Northern Royals 36:23

4h ago36:23

36:23

I caught up with Evan Chandler, frontman of local rawk powerhouse Northern Royals, to talk about their upcoming EP, introducing heavier elements to the band’s sound, embracing the “radio rock” label, and much more! Need more Royals? Check out episodes #306 (Aug. 2018) and #517 (Sept. 2020). Want to support the show? Get access to loads of bonus con…

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Bonus Ep 1 6:53

5d ago6:53

6:53

Just a chance to explain the reasoning as to why I've started a podcast. Some teasers as to upcoming guests. Some shoutouts to those sending through fan mail and subscribing. A few of my favourite podcasts to listen to. Lets Go..... Give us your feedback Support the Show. Become a member - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2380305/support #STRIVE365 Insta…

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Bobby Davro, Michelle McManus, Lara Ricote, Hamish Hawk, Virginia Gay, A Giant on the Bridge 35:17

32m ago35:17

35:17

From the Edinburgh Festivals, Clive Anderson and Michelle McManus talk to actor, comedian and family favourite Bobby Davro about his beginnings in TV entertainment, his acting journey and finding comedy through tough times – something he explores in his show Everything is Funny...If You Can Laugh at It. Lara Ricote, a former winner of the Edinburgh…

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Zoë chats with Dr Ahmad Malik about prioritising patient values in medical care 1:08:19

40m ago1:08:19

1:08:19

In this conversation, I chat with Dr Ahmad Malik, a foot and ankle surgeon, about his experience in the medical field and the impact of guidelines on patient care. We discuss the influence of guidelines on medical decision-making, the commercialisation and privatisation of the NHS, and the erosion of clinical expertise. Ahmad shares his concerns ab…

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Wellbeing Through Community: Empowered Coliving with Dorchess 39:56

21h ago39:56

39:56

Send us a Text Message. What if rethinking homeownership could transform your wellbeing? Join us on this episode of ColivingDAO Insights as we welcome Dorchess, the visionary founder of Awe Academy. With a diverse background in behavioural psychology, mental health care, team training, and interior design, Dorchess brings a unique perspective on ho…

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WR923: Theresa Thor and Devon Gillingham 32:46

1d ago32:46

32:46

Two very different albums, one blockbuster release show! Great conversation on this episode with Devon Gillingham and Theresa Thor, both of whom are dropping brand new records on Aug. 24 at the West End Cultural Centre! We chat about the releases — one free-jazz meets alt-rock, the other sad avant-pop piano songs — as well as the mechanics behind d…

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#323 Tunic with Andrew Shouldice 51:14

1h ago51:14

51:14

Dirk is joined this week by Andrew Shouldice, creator of isometric action-exploration game Tunic. They discuss the journey of developing Tunic, and the lessons learned from a lengthy production. Topics include Andrew’s attitude toward storytelling, how to manage a project long-term, how to focus on what’s important, and knowing when you need help.…

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#11 - Richard Bell & the Kiwi Viking who took on and beat Haaland 1:27:04

4d ago1:27:04

1:27:04

Todays guest is Richard Bell. Richard is a successful businessman the world of video and music production but has also volunteered many hours to the local football and futsal organisations in Christchurch over the years. His oldest son is Joe Bell. Joe is a leading figure in the NZ All Whites and is currently plying his trade at Viking FC in Norway…

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WR922: Jord Samolesky of Propagandhi (with guest host Greg Soden) 31:06

3d ago31:06

31:06

Guest host Greg Soden (of Unscripted Moments: A Podcast About Propagandhi) is back, and this one is right in his wheelhouse: it's an interview with Propagandhi drummer Jord Samolesky! Propagandhi recently announced that they're in the studio recording their eighth LP -- their first since 2017's Victory Lap. Greg and Jord talk about the band's lates…

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WR921: Sunbreather 38:57

6d ago38:57

38:57

Good chat about ‘90s funk rock, using jazz vocal training with heavy music, and more with two members of Sunbreather, who have a new EP coming out soon! Want to support the show? Get access to loads of bonus content and more on the Patreon page! This episode brought to you by our pals at Devine Shirt Company. As always, if you like the podcast, ple…

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Episode 74: RJ Johnson, Life Off Track 46:29

7d ago46:29

46:29

Let us know what you thought of the show! In this intense and deeply moving episode, hear the transformative journey of RJ Johnson as he goes from the perpetrator of a grave crime and an attempted suicide, inadvertently on the wrong track, to prison, redemption in Jesus, and true freedom. As he was processing through his pain and crime in prison an…

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#10 - Jenny Bindon & The Olympic Family 1:00:10

9d ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Today I welcome a past colleague of mine Jenny Bindon to the show. Jenny is an incredible guest to have on the pod, as she is what I refer to as a “triple threat” meaning she can speak from all three perspectives (being an Athlete, a Coach and a Parent) with great authority. Jenny has represented NZ 77 times including at 2 Olympic Games and 2 FIFA …

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Ewan Mitchell, Jon Holmes, Julia Fordham and Kym Marsh. 36:05

10d ago36:05

36:05

This week Stuart is joined by Jon Holmes who's producing a new play at the Edinburgh Festival - which explores what happens when the camera moves on from a relationship forged on a Love Island-style reality show. And there are definitely some strained relationships in the second series of House of the Dragon - but they're more the kind that result …

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WR920: Paul Hodgert (with guest host Greg Soden) 58:21

17d ago58:21

58:21

Hey hey! It’s everyone’s favourite American (he was born there, don’t hold it against him) Greg Soden of Unscripted Moments: A Podcast About Propagandhi, back in the guest-host chair again! This time, Greg chats with punk rock-inspired Winnipeg singer-songwriter Paul Hodgert about his new “Paul is Dead” album and much more! Big shoutout to Greg for…

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EP 106: Evolving Intensive Care with Dr. Patrick Schouwenberg 41:30

11d ago41:30

41:30

Join host Dr. Dan Dworkis on The Emergency Mind Podcast as he looks at applying knowledge under pressure and the world of elite human performance in medicine with Dr. Patrick Schouwenberg. Dr. Schouwenberg, a surgeon intensivist with a diverse background in critical care and trauma, shares his insights on improving performance under pressure. They …

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WR919: Gareth Rice 43:59

13d ago43:59

43:59

After appearing as a guest on his excellent UMFM 101.5 show, Canadiana Suite, I returned the favour and talked to jazz pianist Gareth Rice for a new episode of Witchpolice Radio! Here's our conversation about the Wild Rice Quartet, campus/community radio, studying jazz, getting inspired by video game music, and much more! This episode brought to yo…

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#322 Future of Legacy Games with Rob Daviau 56:11

14d ago56:11

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In this episode, Dirk and David welcome Rob Daviau, known for creating legacy board games. They discuss what Rob has been working on, the process of designing legacy games, staying true to the original, and the future of the company's vision.By Dirk Knemeyer, David Heron

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#9 - “Growing in the Competitive Cauldron at UNC” with Tori Hansen 1:06:49

16d ago1:06:49

1:06:49

This conversation is a deep dive into the US system. As we have many prospective Student-Athletes listening in that will be working through the various steps that are required, so hopefully you can provide a bit of a road map. Professional football player, Tori Hansen has experienced the industry-leading female soccer program in the US, that of UNC…

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Damian Lewis; Elf Lyons; Gareth Malone; Rachel Ramsay; Gia Ford; Esme Emerson; Clive Anderson; Emma Freud 36:54

17d ago36:54

36:54

Clive Anderson and Emma Freud present Loose Ends from Latitude Festival in Suffolk. They'll talk to the actor-turned-musician Damian Lewis who will discuss his latest album Mission Creep and why he's chosen to go back to his musical roots when he could have rested on his Hollywood laurels as the star of Homeland and Billions. The UK's favourite cho…

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WR918 Sam Singer 41:20

17d ago41:20

41:20

Sam Singer's ‘Where the Rivers Do’ was released just last month, and it is a lovely slice of singer-songwriterism (not a word) that blends folk, soul, indie rock, and a wide range of other styles (klezmer!) Tune in to our conversation about the record, recording expeditiously, collaborating on orchestrations, solo vs full-band songs, and much more!…

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WR917: BS Raps (with guest host Ronald George Moore) 41:56

20d ago41:56

41:56

Another guest-hosted episode -- this time with Ronald George Moore of the Manitoba Moneyshot Podcast conducting things! RGM talked to local rapper BS Raps about his new rock/country/blues-inspired hip-hop record, I Made These For You. Tune in for their conversation about the origins of the project, collaborating with artists like (past Witchpolice …

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Episode 73: Intern Show, Dawson Trimble: The Covid Awakening 41:06

21d ago41:06

41:06

Let us know what you thought of the show! When Dawson Trimble was thrust from a secluded Christian environment to public school, he realized that following Jesus was harder than just being a pastor’s son. During his teenage years, confusing moral questions from his classmates and peer pressure lulled him into spiritual complacency. The Covid pandem…

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#8 - Fritz Schmid - “You have to behave like a champion, before you are a champion” 57:03

25d ago57:03

57:03

This week we chatted with former NZ All Whites head coach, Fritz Schmid. Fritz has been a professional coach for over 35 years, working across Europe, NZ and now in Africa. His CV is impressive with roles at the following clubs: o Racing Zurich, FC Zurich, SC Kriens o Grasshoppers (Swiss Champions x27) - Youth Team Coach o Tottenham Hotspurs EPL – …

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Nina Conti, Tom Kerridge, Samantha Spiro, Donna Leon, Clive Anderson, That Woman, Braimah Kanneh-Mason & Plínio Fernandes 38:39

24d ago38:39

38:39

Clive will talk monkeys, masks and improvisation with comic Nina Conti who is honing a brand new show Whose Face is it Anyway? and about to release her directing debut a feature film called Sunlight; Chef Tom Kerridge's been on a culinary tour of the UK for a new cookbook and TV show and has plenty to say about our food, farming and how to pronounc…

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WR916: Epic and Rob Crooks 42:22

24d ago42:22

42:22

It's a conversation about prairie rap, aging, beats, new music and more with Epic and Rob Crooks! At the time this episode is being posted, they're days away from the release of the excellent Nassau Manor LP (Saskatoon Folk Rap Records/Hand'Solo Records), which was recorded here in Winnipeg and is coming out July 26 on vinyl, CD, and that streaming…

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EP 105: The Joy of Resuscitaton with Dr. Dan Howes 44:32

1M ago44:32

44:32

Join Dr. Dan Dworkis on the Emergency Mind Podcast as he dives deep into the world of resuscitation medicine and crisis leadership with Dr. Dan Howes, a professor of emergency and critical care medicine at Queens University. Over a discussion stemming from their recent encounter at a resuscitation conference, they explore the unique systems at King…

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WR915: Nic Dyson (with guest hosts Sean and Todd McGinity) 59:37

28d ago59:37

59:37

It should come as no surprise to regular Witchpolice listeners that I'm a big fan of singer-songwriter Nic Dyson's music, so when guest host Sean McGinity suggested recording a new interview with Nic, I was all for it. Sean is joined by his brother Todd in the guest-hosting chair for this episode -- a familiar situation for the McGinitys, who have …

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#321 Civilization Series 5 with Will Thompson 47:21

30d ago47:21

47:21

Welcome back to the Civilization Series! In this episode, Dirk welcomes Will Thompson, the creator of the upcoming game Winter Rabbit. Here, they discuss Will's vision for Civilization and the integration of Indigenous technologies into the game. They also talk about the differences between warfare and how the 4cs fit into history.…

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#7 - Archie Thompson – “Football was Easy for me” 1:01:36

1M ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Today we speak with not only an Australian Football icon but also all all-around personality figure, Archie Thompson. With a storied career in Europe and Australia, Archie also holds a world record for the most goals in an International Match, with 13 goals for Australia against American Samoa. His goal scoring feats also extend to scoring 5 in an …

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Griffin Dunne, Marc Almond, Ruth Ware, Sophie Duker, Nadine Shah, Stuart Maconie 36:36

1M ago36:36

36:36

The actor, producer and now memoirist Griffin Dunne on growing up in Hollywood in a family of literary stars including his aunt Joan Didion, on his own screen success opposite Madonna in Who's That Girl and in After Hours and the real-life tragedy that changed his life forever. Soft Cell front man Marc Almond on his early days as a subversive perfo…

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WR914: VVonder (with guest host Stiff Wiggle) 38:51

1M ago38:51

38:51

On this episode, the guest host spot is taken over by the illustrious Stiff Wiggle -- synthesizer enthusiast, art rock experimentalist, and now podcaster! Stiff sat down with two members of pop-indebted rock n' roll outfit VVonder, to talk about their unique sound, upcoming music, weird experiences at local record stores, and much more! (Speaking o…

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WR913: Shattered Brain Orchestrations 44:52

1M ago44:52

44:52

Shattered Brain Orchestrations is a local label centred around Adam Lavoie’s various solo projects, including Varkt, Töt Bête Lögn, Don Calfa, and many more — covering everything from black metal to hardcore to powerviolence to electronic experiments. Here's our conversation about the compulsion to create, starting out as a piano player, getting mu…

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Episode 72: Rick and Jane McKinney, Prayerwalk Across America 42:24

1M ago42:24

42:24

Let us know what you thought of the show! Today's conversation on One80 features Rick and Jane McKinney, who share their unique and inspiring testimonies. Despite growing up in different parts of the world, their paths intersected in a way that reflects divine intervention. They discuss their individual faith journeys, their calling into ministry, …

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Iwan Thomas, Chloe Petts, Lottie Gross, Raghu Dixit, Kiioto, Anna Ptaszynski 33:35

1M ago33:35

33:35

Stuart is joined in the Salford Loose Ends studio by the Welsh Sprinter Iwan Thomas, who held the UK 400m record for 25 years. His new memoir 'Brutal', tells his story - one of speed, the drive to succeed and an extremely high tolerance for pain. . Comedian Chloe Petts is gearing up for the Edinburgh Fringe, and in perhaps the ultimate highbrow/low…

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WR912: John Paul Peters (with guest host Greg Soden) 52:47

2M ago52:47

52:47

The USA’s number one Winnipeg-music-appreciator, Greg Soden (of Unscripted Moments: A Podcast About Propagandhi), is back in the guest-host chair after a successful appearance on episode #910! On this episode, he sat down with acclaimed local producer/musician/engineer/multi-hyphenate John Paul Peters. Tune in for a chat about JP's extensive career…

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WR911: The Secret Beach 41:55

1M ago41:55

41:55

I caught up with songwriter/producer Micah Erenberg to talk about his upcoming record as The Secret Beach, “We Were Born Here, What’s Your Excuse?”, and about fully embracing the Manitoba-ness of it all. We also got into the differences between the records as The Secret Beach and the early LPs under his own name, recording — music by himself and ot…

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#320 Civilization Series 4 56:38

2M ago56:38

56:38

Dirk and David come together once more to discuss the civilization series! This week, topics include David’s thoughts on Civilization 6, the value in how the world map is created, what the games choose to simulate, and what can be improved in the technology and religion systems.By Dirk Knemeyer, David Heron

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EP 104: Marcin Nazaruk PhD on Learning from Normal Work 46:03

1M ago46:03

46:03

In this episode of the Emergency Mind Podcast, host Dan Dworkis is joined by Dr. Marcin Nazaruk, an award-winning global expert in proactive learning, to explore how knowledge and principles from various industries, particularly oil and gas, can enhance safety and performance in the medical field. Dr. Nazaruk discusses the concept of 'Learning from…

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David Baddiel, Richard Thompson, Abigail Cruttenden, Noorruddean Choudry, Amy Gledhill, Stuart Maconie 35:56

1M ago35:56

35:56

An eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedyBy BBC Radio 4

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WR910: Dylan James (with guest host Greg Soden) 48:49

2M ago48:49

48:49

…so, uh… what’s happening here? It’s an episode GUEST-HOSTED by the USA’s number one Winnipeg-music-appreciator, Greg Soden (of Unscripted Moments: A Podcast About Propagandhi), and featuring local punk Dylan James of Clipwing and Storyteller! The sheer quantity of episodes I produce for this show is getting a little overwhelming, so to avoid burno…

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