Best Jim Irvin Podcasts (2024)

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Nick Drake special featuring The Chad Mitchell Trio, The Millennium & Fred Neil with Cally Callomon and Richard Morton Jack 1:30:34

11M ago1:30:34

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Musician, label boss, designer and manager of the Nick Drake estate, Cally Callomon and Richard Morton Jack, author of the recently published Nick Drake : The Life, join host Jim Irvin to select albums they think should be better known. The records discussed in this episode are: Mighty Day On Campus by The Chad Mitchell Trio (1961), Begin by The Mi…

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You're Not On The Christmas List. Special episode with Andy Miller, Andrew Male and our alternative bumper Xmas playlist. 1:43:04

1y ago1:43:04

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Writers, critics and owners of pullovers, Andrew Male and Andy Miller come a-wassailing into view bearing audible gifts for us all, a festive album they deem under-celebrated and lots of neatly wrapped songs to decorate a Yuletide playlist of alternative crackers, curated by host Jim Irvin. They also read out some terrible jokes and discuss bygone …

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Randy, The Sundays & The Jayhawks, with Ian Winwood and Nick Duerden 1:17:48

2y ago1:17:48

1:17:48

Host Jim Irvin is joined by the authors of two of 2022's most intriguing music books, Ian Winwood (Bodies) and Nick Duerden (Exit Stage Left). The albums up for discussion are: Randy - Randy The Band (2005), The Sundays - Reading, Writing & Arithmetic (1990) and The Jayhawks - Sound Of Lies (1997) We also take a deep dive into Ian and Nick's books …

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Billy Mackenzie, Fairport Convention & Renaissance with Maria McKee and Jo Kendall 1:24:48

2y ago1:24:48

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Jim Irvin is joined by two more bringers of undervalued joy: country-punk pioneer with a thousand years of LA heritage, and creator of one of the show's favourite albums, Maria McKee, and long-time staffer of Prog magazine, Jo Kendall. The albums up for discussion are: Billy Mackenzie - Transmission Impossible (2004), Fairport Convention - Fairport…

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Joan Armatrading, John Cale & Bergen White with Kevin Brennan MP and Tom Gray 1:19:38

2y ago1:19:38

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Jim Irvin is joined in this episode by Kevin Brennan, the labour MP for Cardiff West, guitarist in parliamentary rock band MP4 and a solo artist in his own right, and Tom Gray, member of Gomez and founder of the #BrokenRecord campaign for fairer payments to musicians by streaming services. The albums up for discussion are: Joan Armatrading - Joan A…

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John Martyn, Bram Stoker & Willie Bobo with Phil Manzanera and Matt Berry 1:25:10

2y ago1:25:10

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Host Jim Irvin invites two more guests to discuss albums that never make those lists of the all-time greats. Here he's joined by Roxy Music's textural guitar wizard, Phil Manzanera and comic actor and much-admired lone-wolf musician, Matt Berry. The albums under discussion are: John Martyn - One World (1978); Bram Stoker - Heavy Rock Spectacular (1…

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Doris, Manuel Göttsching and Johnny Harris with Bill Brewster and Partha Banerjea 1:24:13

2y ago1:24:13

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Jim Irvin and guests select and discuss some under-appreciated albums. In this episode: DJ and co-author of Last Night A DJ Saved My Life, Bill Brewster and consultant paediatric psychiatrist and survivor of the Battle of Lewisham, Partha Banerjea. The albums in this episode are: Doris - Did You Give The World Some Love Today, Baby? (1970), Manual …

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Episode 280 Alexis Haselberger | Work and Life Balance Expert 50:31

2y ago50:31

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Time management and productivity expert Alexis Haselberger shares her approach to successfully overcoming the challenges that come with time and productivity and living a healthier work-life balance. Through effective time management and productivity coaching, Alexis has helped thousands of people take control of their time and get more things done…

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Episode 279 Alisa Cohn | Global Guru of Startup 1:01:51

2y ago1:01:51

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“My motto is I want to add value to somebody in 20 minutes and I want to be able to make their day. And when I get focused on that edge, purpose and consciousness, and be conscious about making a different people, everything kind of relaxes and everything differently flows.” Alisa Cohn is an incredibly skilled executive coach who works with many st…

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Episode 278 Jim Vinoski | Manufacturing Expert and Advocate 49:18

2+ y ago49:18

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“When you run into fear, and you want to get past it, you have to learn about yourself and what’s going to motivate you to take that next step.” Jim Vinoski is a Forbes contributor and an advocate for the American manufacturing environment. His career has taken him from plant floors to corporate boardrooms with companies like General Mills and Rals…

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EPISODE 277 David Irvine | Inspiring Authentic Leadership 46:09

2+ y ago46:09

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“I'm integrating my work around accountability into cultures and helping leaders to be more authentic, because authenticity without accountability is fantasy.” David Irvine is an international best-selling author of 6 books, speaker, leadership advisor, and conscious entrepreneur whose passion is helping the world be more accountable and authentic.…

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Episode 276 Alicia Butler Pierre | Taking the Entrepreneurial Plunge 1:01:51

2+ y ago1:01:51

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“I understood the process. I understood the workflow. I understood systems. I understood the need to take these things and bring them all together. That was what became my competitive advantage. Over time, I realized I had to drop the description of professional organizing and replace it with business infrastructure.” Alicia Butler Pierre is a chem…

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Patty Griffin, The Feelies & Fleetwood Mac with Michelle Branch and Patrick Carney 1:21:36

2+ y ago1:21:36

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Joining host Jim Irvin to select an underrated album they treasure are American singer-songwriter Michelle Branch and one half of The Black Keys, Patrick Carney. The albums in this episode are Patty Griffin - Flaming Red (1996), The Feelies - Crazy Rhythms (1980) and Fleetwood Mac - Mystery To Me (1973). Also discussed: growing up dreaming of music…

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Episode 275 Adam Witty | Defining Success and Happiness 49:57

2+ y ago49:57

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“To be successful and happy, you don't have to be big. Business owners think bigger is better. The only way that you are a success is if you keep growing.” Adam Witty is a world-renowned entrepreneur, author, publisher, and speaker, who has helped numerous entrepreneurs and businesses grow for the benefit of mankind. He stands firmly on the belief …

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Episode 274 Peter Docker | Harnessing Human Potential 54:06

2+ y ago54:06

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“Happiness is not connected to the material things, but having a clear understanding of what’s deeply important to us.” Peter Docker was a former Royal Air Force Senior Officer, who led aviation training and taught postgraduates at the United Kingdom's Defence College. Today, he is the author of the best-selling book “Leading from the Jumpseat: How…

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Episode 273 Paul Spiers | Empowering Business Leaders Through Principles and Leadership 45:16

2+ y ago45:16

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“People want a business with more principles, with more purpose, and more courageous and disciplined leadership.” Coming from a family of small business owners, Paul Spiers is now the founder of The New P&L Brand Purposes Institute and host of the internationally renowned business podcast, The New P&L--Principles & Leadership in Business. He has he…

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Episode 272 Carl Gould | Helping Entrepreneurs Reach Their Full Potential 38:23

2+ y ago38:23

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“About 1 in 15 people are entrepreneurs. Only 1 in 600 will ever make it to a million dollars or more. And only 1 in 6,000 will make it to 10 million or more.” Carl Gould is a world-renowned serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and business keynote speaker who has built 3 multi-million dollar businesses by the age of 40. As CEO and founder of …

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Alan Hull, Jellyfish and Paul Desmond with Chris Ingham and Ben Wardle 1:30:10

2+ y ago1:30:10

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Jim Irvin and guests select and discuss under-appreciated albums. In this episode: celebrated jazz pianist and author of The Rough Guide To The Beatles, Chris Ingham, and Ben Wardle, author of A Perfect Silence, a new biography of Talk Talk's Mark Hollis. Albums in this episode are: Alan Hull - Pipedream (1973), Jellyfish - Spilt Milk (1993), Paul …

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Episode 271 Keren Eldad | Discovering Life’s Purpose and Transforming Mindset 40:08

2+ y ago40:08

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“The fastest way to get anywhere is slowly, and the best thing you can do is be easy on yourself and recognize that you are doing much better than you think. “ Keren Eldad is an international life transformation coach, speaker, and founder of With Enthusiasm. She does not only excel in helping professionals and entrepreneurs achieve their business …

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Tales from the Vault: Al Davis (1989) Part Two 46:05

2+ y ago46:05

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Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1989 for Part Two of NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewing Al Davis. The Raiders owner discussed his childhood and his love of sports despite initially not having a television. Davis says following sports wasn't a way of life for him, it was his life. Sabol explores Davis always being a leader and the rare times tha…

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Episode 270 Ken Rusk | Championing the Blue-Collar Work 59:38

2+ y ago59:38

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“To be able to understand what somebody goes through at the beginning of the process was valuable. I’m glad I kept my eyes open and worked my way up to the company and ended up on my own because now I can create a culture where people want to come to work.” Ken Rusk never got a college degree, but he successfully rose through all the challenges and…

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Tales from the Vault: Al Davis (1989) Part One 47:25

2+ y ago47:25

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Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1989 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed the Legend Al Davis. The Raiders owner discussed his philosophies on offense and defense and how Davis always wanted to know what the Raiders were about. Steve highlights the great pride Davis took in Bill Walsh's first job being with the Raiders. Davis was proud of the…

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Episode 269 Brant Cooper | Igniting Entrepreneurial Action 53:26

2+ y ago53:26

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“Accountability is still important, but it’s not that you’re dictating how they’ll do the work. This is starting to create that environment where you’re empowering people to actually help your business grow.” New York Times best-selling author of The Lean Entrepreneur and CEO of Moves the Needle, Brant Cooper is also a sought-after keynote speaker …

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Tales from the Vault: Michael Irvin (2000) 46:23

2+ y ago46:23

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Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2000 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Hall of Famer Michael Irvin just months after the 3x Super Bowl Champion retired. Irvin started with the difficulty of playing in the NFC East every year and how one of his conversations with John Madden resulted in several rule changes. Steve asks about Irvin's relatio…

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Episode 268 Klyn Elsbury | Overcoming Adversity and Becoming a Sales Mindset Expert 47:41

2+ y ago47:41

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“A bird sitting on a branch is never afraid of the branch breaking because its trust is not on the branch, but in her own wings.” A quote by Maya Angelou has truly inspired Klyn to always believe in herself and trust her gut instinct. Having survived over 70 hospitalizations, Klyn has spent her life inspiring others to overcome adversity, be ready …

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Tales from the Vault: Jim McMahon (1995) 50:24

2+ y ago50:24

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Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1995 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed QB Jim McMahon. The Super Bowl Champion looked back on the 1985 season and his relationship with Head Coach Mike Ditka. Jim recalls his contentious relationship with Ditka, who called the plays but often saw them changed at the line by McMahon. Steve asks about the sole…

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Ian Dury, The Comsat Angels & Bryan Ferry with Simon Reynolds and David Stubbs 1:29:25

2+ y ago1:29:25

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Guests Simon Reynolds and David Stubbs join host Jim Irvin to share some undervalued records they love. The albums in this episode are: Ian Dury & the Blockheads - Do It Yourself (1979), The Comsat Angels - Waiting For A Miracle (1980) and Bryan Ferry - Boys & Girls (1985). Also discussed: is vinyl a good format, how to be an angst-wracked teenage …

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Episode 267 Jim Doyle | The Finance Thought Leader 43:42

2+ y ago43:42

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“What does financial independence look like for you? Financial independence for a business owner is a business that runs itself without the owner being there, and it continues to generate beautiful revenues and so forth.” Jim Doyle is the IG Wealth Management advisor for over 30 years, focusing on providing comprehensive wealth management to High-N…

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Tales from the Vault: Al Michaels (2007) 47:20

2+ y ago47:20

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Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2007 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Broadcast legend Al Michaels. Steve starts by asking Al about his start in broadcasting and the advice he was given by those around him. Al talks about the art of doing play by play and emulating the voices that he grew up with while looking to avoid tired cliches. In t…

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EPISODE 266: Eleanor Beaton | From Business Journalist to Fierce Business Coach 39:13

2+ y ago39:13

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“Sometimes, you do need to be in the weeds building the foundation of your business.” Eleanor Beaton is the founder of SafiMedia and an internationally-recognized leadership expert who has dedicated her efforts to helping women in business earn their success. "'What it meant to be productive?' As a founder, if you're not constantly focused on firin…

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Tales from the Vault: Sean Payton (2007) 43:34

2+ y ago43:34

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Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2007 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Head Coach Sean Payton. Sean starts with what he learned from mentor Bill Parcells including his motto of 'Don't Eat the Cheese'. Sean mirrored Parcells as a tough but fair head coach that doesn't mind confrontation. Having just taken the Saints job, Payton lists some o…

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Episode 265: Henry Daas | Formulating Goals That Make Money 52:38

2+ y ago52:38

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Meet Henry Daas, a personal finance coach, realtor, and author of FQ: Financial Intelligence. He has provided financial coaching for entrepreneurs and businesses during the pandemic. “As an entrepreneur, you have got to recognize that something is broken.” Learn more about Henry as he talks about his journey as a financial coach. Find out how to re…

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Tales from the Vault: QB Tom Brady (2002) 55:20

2+ y ago55:20

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Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2002 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Tom Brady. The QB had just won the first of his seven Super Bowl Championships and discussed his start in high school football. Brady chose football over baseball and explained why he decided to attend Michigan University, which leads to a funny story about his first vi…

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Episode 264: Careyann Golliver | The Franchise Matchmaker 48:17

2+ y ago48:17

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“It’s all about the “Why”. You have to know your “Why” and then everything else will fall into place.” Careyann Golliver is one of the top-performing franchise consultants known as the Franchise Matchmaker — she helps business owners take the leap into franchising. “I took the knowledge and everything that I had learned and experienced with our fam…

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