Best Robert Ramsay Podcasts (2024)

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Getting Russia Right – Kyle Wilson 1:10:24

13d ago1:10:24

1:10:24

What is Russian exceptionalism? How can we best understand the mindset of Russians and Russian President Vladimir Putin to ensure the most effective response to the war on Ukraine? Is there a path forward to ‘getting Russia right’? For our fourth Ramsay Lecture for 2024, the Centre is pleased to present an exploration of this topic – a recorded con…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Liberal Education in the 21st Century – Andrew Kern 1:37:17

2M ago1:37:17

1:37:17

What is ‘liberal education’? What distinguishes it from vocational education, and even programs of study adopted in many modern liberal arts programs? Can an education focused on ‘knowledge for its own sake’ rather than for professional pursuits and industry careers, hold appeal among current and future generations of scholars? And why is there a r…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Living with Leviathans: Australia in a Multipolar Age – Professor Michael Wesley 1:11:25

4M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

What does it mean for Australia that it is part of the West, but geographically remote from it? Must we choose between our geography and our traditional alliances in this multipolar age? For our second Ramsay Lecture for 2024, the Ramsay Centre is delighted to present an in-person lecture by leading strategic analyst and University of Melbourne Dep…

1
Episode 76: Welcome Back Campers! 1:16:37

5M ago1:16:37

1:16:37

Hey campers! Welcome back to the spooky campfire! As Devon and Zach gather you around the campfire, please hug one another and celebrate! Camp Insomnia is back open! As we re-launch our podcast and welcome you all back, we will be kicking it off with some fun scary campfire stories told by your two head camp counselors Zach and Devon! Plus they wil…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Navigating between China and the US in Asia - Mike Green, Lavina Lee, Milton Osborne, Sam Roggeveen 1:23:41

6M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

Australia’s complex strategic landscape is situated at the crossroads between two global giants – China and the United States. To help explore the geopolitical challenges, economic considerations, and diplomatic nuances that shape Australia’s role in the dynamic Asia-Pacific region, our expert panellists dissect the evolving dynamics, assess potent…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Is the West eccentric? – Rémi Brague 1:09:24

10M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

For our ninth Ramsay Lecture for 2023, the Centre is delighted to present an exploration of the topic Is the West eccentric? in a recorded conversation between Centre CEO Professor Simon Haines and esteemed French philosopher Rémi Brague, best-selling author and Professor Emeritus of Arabic and Religious Philosophy at the University of Paris, the S…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Are the History Wars Worth Fighting? – Robert Tombs 1:20:25

11M ago1:20:25

1:20:25

Is our past being misrepresented in our schools, cultural institutions, and the broader society; leading to the history of the West being presented as one only worthy of shame, apology, and reparations? Or are the ‘history wars’ merely an invention of the paranoid, to stir up synthetic controversy and prevent belated recognition of dark sides of ou…

1
Ep #186 You don’t have to have an innovative idea to run a successful business!~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 8:21

1y ago8:21

8:21

Do you have a great idea for a business, but you're not sure if it's innovative enough? Well, I'm here to tell you that you don't need to have the next big thing to be successful. In fact, many of the most successful businesses in the world started with simple ideas. For example, Jeff Bezos started Amazon by selling books online. And Mark Zuckerber…

1
Ep #185 How to deal with negative social media reviews! ~ From The Humble Entrepneur. 13:20

1y ago13:20

13:20

In today's digital age, social media is one of the most important channels for businesses to connect with their customers. But with that power comes responsibility. Businesses need to be prepared to deal with negative reviews, both good and bad. Negative reviews can be tough to swallow, but they can also be a valuable learning opportunity. When you…

1
Ep #184 Your business marketing is like joining a gym! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 12:16

1y ago12:16

12:16

It sounds totally mad right! Marketing is like going to the gym. And before you tell me to get some sitting down done or give my head a wobble, it is in fact true! There are many parallels that can be drawn with business marketing and going to the gym or even just joining the gym. And when you can get your head around it, it makes you think of mark…

1
Ep #183 RANT ~ Always have a back up! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 5:36

1y ago5:36

5:36

As you know, life doesn't always go according to plan. Things happen that are out of our control, and sometimes our plans have to change. That's why it's so important to have a backup plan. A backup plan is a contingency plan that you have in place in case youroriginal plan doesn't work out. It could be anything from having a second job lined up in…

1
Ep #182 Social media is not essential for a small business to be successful! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 16:16

1y ago16:16

16:16

Social media has become an integral part of our lives, and it's easy to seewhy businesses would want to be a part of it. After all, social media can be a great way to connect with customers, promote your products or services, and build brand awareness. But the truth is, social media isn't necessary for every business. In fact,there are some busines…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Who Will Save Us Now? Searching for Meaning in an Age of Unbelief – John Carroll 1:09:53

1y ago1:09:53

1:09:53

If the modern West is both statistically and culturally no longer Christian, who will save us now? What remains? Are we still searching for meaning in an age of unbelief? To help explore the psyche of the post-Christian West, the Ramsay Centre is pleased to present our sixth Ramsay Lecture for 2023, Professor John Carroll on Who Will Save Us Now? S…

1
Ep #181 7 things I wish I knew before starting a small business ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 15:40

1y ago15:40

15:40

Starting a business is an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging and overwhelming. There are so many things to think about, from coming up with a business idea to securing funding to marketing your product or service. If you're thinking about starting a business, there are a few things I wish I knew before I got started. …

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: A Reflection on Liberal Education - An exclusive panel discussion with Emily Langston, Simon Haines and Stephen McInerney 1:07:31

1y ago1:07:31

1:07:31

What is liberal education? How is it different from professional or practical education? What does it set out to do and how does it form us? To help uncover some of the distinctive features of liberal arts and great books programs, the Ramsay Centre is delighted to present our seventh Ramsay lecture event for 2023: a panel discussion comprising lea…

1
Ep #180 How to support small businesses, 10 ways you can do it! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 16:48

1y ago16:48

16:48

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. They create jobs, boost the local economy, and offer more personalized service than large corporations.When you support a small business, you're not just helping a single business owner, you're also helping to strengthen your community and your local economy. We all see memes in the run up to holida…

1
Ep #179 7 tips on how to negotiate better! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 13:09

1y ago13:09

13:09

Negotiation is a skill that is essential for success in both our personal and professional lives. Whether we are negotiating a salary, a raise, acontract, or a deal, being able to negotiate effectively can help us to get what we want. There are many benefits to being a good negotiator. For example, goodnegotiators are more likely to: Get the best p…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Secondary Education: Laying the Foundation - An exclusive panel discussion with Elena Douglas, Sarah Golsby-Smith and Elizabeth Stone 1:41:23

1y ago1:41:23

1:41:23

Is our secondary education at risk of becoming second-rate? Is the curriculum too fragmented and lacking in rigour? Have we focused too much on new trends in education while neglecting a knowledge-rich approach? Can we reverse the trajectory in international rankings by returning to fundamentals and laying better foundations? To help uncover some o…

1
Ep #178 Five, common characteristics of bad customers! ~ From The Humble Entrepre-neur. 13:11

1y ago13:11

13:11

Today, we're going to be talking about the 5 common characteristics of badcustomers. As a business owner or manager, you know that not all customers are createdequal. Some customers are a pleasure to work with, while others can bedownright difficult. In this episode, we'll discuss the 5 most commoncharacteristics of bad customers. So, what can you …

1
Ep #177 Five, Key stages to your customers journey, and why you need to know them ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 18:19

1+ y ago18:19

18:19

The customer journey is the series of interactions a customer has with a brand, product, or business as they become aware of a pain point and make a purchase decision. It can be divided into four main stages: awareness, consideration, decision, and loyalty. It is important to understand the customer journey because it can help you improve your mark…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: WEIRD Minds: How religion, marriage and the family made the West psychologically peculiar and particularly prosperous - An exclusive lecture by Dr Joseph Henrich 1:24:10

1+ y ago1:24:10

1:24:10

Do people in the West think differently to other populations across the globe? Are they psychologically peculiar? If so, why: and what role has this point of difference played in the rise of the industrialised world, and the recent dominance and prosperity of the West? In order to explore the WEIRD nature of the West and how it was created, the Ram…

1
Ep #176 7 reasons your business/brand needs a good social media presence! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 20:41

1+ y ago20:41

20:41

In today's digital age, social media is an essential tool for businesses of all sizes. A strong social media presence can help you connect with customers, build relationships, and grow your business. If you're not already using social media to promote your business, now is the time tostart. A strong social media presence can help you reach a wider …

1
Ep #175 Rant ~ Don’t sacrifice clients for short term financial gain! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 9:34

1+ y ago9:34

9:34

In the long run, having long-term clients will be more profitable for your business than constantly trying to find new clients. It is important to invest in buildingrelationships with your clients and providing them with excellent service. This will pay off in the long run with repeat business, referrals, and increased profits. It is important to f…

1
Ep #174 The 7 best ways to ask for referrals from your customers!! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 18:20

1+ y ago18:20

18:20

Part 2 So last time round we discussed the need and why small business should beasking for customer referrals. This time round we discuss the best ways to askyour customers for referrals. We now should all know the benefits of havingcustomer referrals for our small business so tune in and find out the best wayto ask for them. The easiest way to get…

1
⁠Ep ⁠#173 7 Reasons referrals are your best sales opportunities! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 15:10

1+ y ago15:10

15:10

A business referral is when someone recommends your business to someone else.This can happen in a number of ways, such as when a customer tells theirfriends about your business, or when a colleague recommends you to their boss.Referrals are a great way to generate new business, as they come from peoplewho have already had a positive experience with…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: The Socratic Method in the Western Tradition - An exclusive lecture by Peter Boghossian 1:13:39

1+ y ago1:13:39

1:13:39

How do we have “impossible conversations”? What is the basis of belief? How do we disagree fruitfully across philosophical, ideological, and religious divides? In an age of mass education, social media, and polarisation, it is more important than ever to cultivate the art of conversation and debate. But where do we begin? In order to unravel some o…

1
Ep #172 9 ways to get paid for you knowledge, and ear extra income! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 24:31

1+ y ago24:31

24:31

We are allexperts at something, that’s a fact! From business to fishing or playing theguitar, every single person is a expert at something no matter how obscure or bizarre.So therefore, it would be great to get paid to pass that knowledge on right?Some peoples skills or knowledge will be more transferable or sought after thanothers, but there will …

1
Ep#171 The 4 Most Common Excuses You Don't Delegate or Outsource Tasks ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 9:23

1+ y ago9:23

9:23

You have way too much to do, you’re buried in work, and it seems there’s no way out from under it all. But there is: delegation. Yes, yes, you know it’s important to do and you know it will save you time and help others develop new skills. So why aren’t you doing it? Both as management employee's and the boss of our own companies we are all to guil…

1
Ep #170 6 ways to politely refuse discount requests, from customers! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 11:17

1+ y ago11:17

11:17

We all get this from time to time. Maybe even more so at the moment when things are tight for everyone. That age old thing of the customer asking for a discount, or is that the best price that you can do. Or even the I can get it cheaper somewhere else. And lets be honest we have all done it ourselves before also! And lets be honest at times its ea…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Western Civilisation: An Australian View - An exclusive panel discussion with Paul Kelly, John Lee and Dave Sharma 1:35:20

1+ y ago1:35:20

1:35:20

What form does Western civilisation take in modern Australia? What are our unique considerations on being part of the West? How has Western civilisation shaped our past and present, and how will it influence our future? Listen to three accomplished Australians in this Ramsay Lecture panel discussion, as they explore Western civilisation from an Aus…

1
Ep #169 7 steps to creating better goals! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 16:18

1+ y ago16:18

16:18

We all now that in life and especially goal setting is important. Have you ever wondered why your projects are always behind schedule or why your employees are losing interest in their work? A simple answer to this might be that you or the employees at your workplace don’t have clear goals to direct them. Many organizations fail to understand the i…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: John Minford | Four Classics of Chinese Literature: Thoughts from Another Great Civilisation 1:02:57

1+ y ago1:02:57

1:02:57

In this lecture, the world’s foremost living translator of Chinese literature, Emeritus Professor John Minford, explores four great works in the Chinese tradition that he believes best reveal the ancient lineaments and undercurrents still running through the hearts and spirits of Chinese people today. Professor Minford examines: · The I Ching c. 70…

1
Ep #168 Are you confusing your customers? How many business hats do you wearing? ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 9:41

1+ y ago9:41

9:41

Ask yourself, “Do people really know what you do?” I see this so many times, both at networking events and online. People that have multiple business interests are constantly promoting them all the time. And I hear you say what’s the issue with that? Well one minute they are selling printing the next its Utility Warehouse or whatever the latest tre…

1
Ep #167 5 tough truths if you want to become successful.~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 15:57

1+ y ago15:57

15:57

It’s important to state from the outset that there is no magic bullet that can transform you into a rich and successful entrepreneur or business person overnight. However, for those prepared to work hard to succeed, there is an almost formulaic blend of entrepreneurial skills that can help set successful businessmen and women apart from the rest. B…

1
Ep #166 Rant ~ It’s not your content holding back your reach, it’s this! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 6:43

1+ y ago6:43

6:43

At times we all often wonder just what we are doing wrong with our social media post. That carefully crafted piece of content that we have poured our heart and sole, spent many late nights writing and perfecting. Just to fund its reach flounders in the low single digits. Ad new ourselves then begin to question whats wrong with the content, we are e…

1
Ep #165 3 main reasons why people don’t put their prices up ! ~ From The Humble Entre-preneur. 11:52

1+ y ago11:52

11:52

Right we have all been guilty about worrying about putting our prices up, worried about losing customer, are we offering enough value, can people afford your product or service! But in this day and age especial with the cost of living crisis it important to make sure we are charging enough. One of my biggest mistake was under charging for 1-2-1 bui…

1
Ep #164 7 ways to increase your know, like and trust factor for business! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 19:25

1+ y ago19:25

19:25

Ok so you want to sell more in your business, but have you been through the Know, Like and Trust process with your customer or contacts. Let me put it like this to you, ask yourself would you buy from someone you don’t know, don’t like or don’t trust? I am guessing the answer is no, so why would you customers be any different? If you can increase o…

1
Ep #163 Rant ~ Selling through the room is a networking myth! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 5:38

1+ y ago5:38

5:38

The amount of time I here this old cherry is totally unbelievable! Especially in networking circles. Or online on social which is really the same thing but just online. Yes there will always be one story about someone that got a multimillion £££ contract, through someone that had a second cousin twice removed that worked for a high street brand. Bu…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Hon. Kim Beazley – Australian Self-Reliance: The Task for Our Defence Review 1:29:18

1+ y ago1:29:18

1:29:18

What must Australia do to counter the rising military presence of China on Australia’s doorstep? How can it best position itself to meet its security challenges through to 2033 and beyond? In August 2022, Australian Prime Minister, the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, and Australian Minister for Defence, the Hon Richard Marles MP, announced a major review …

1
Ep #162 Use this productivity hack to get more work done in your day. ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 13:02

1+ y ago13:02

13:02

We are all looking for that one golden nugget of wisdom that will make our days run effortlessly and smoothly. Between navigating through all of our various roles in life working and home with families etc, there is always a long list of things to do. While the truth is that there is no one single path to being productive, there are a lot of produc…

1
Ep #161 7 tips to help you business thrive in a recession! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 20:05

2y ago20:05

20:05

Its official the uk is now in a recession! And many businesses are tightening their belts and battening down the hatches to deal with it. But contraction is not the best way to deal with getting through a recession! Lets be honest the economy contracting is what caused the recession in the first place. If you can expand your way through a recession…

1
Ep #160 More turnover does not always = more profit! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 8:07

2y ago8:07

8:07

“Turnover is vanity profit is sanity and cash is king!” ~ We have all heard that old chestnut, but does not mean it is not true! When it comes to running a successful business, the most important aspect of financial management is cash flow. Whilst it may look impressive to have vast levels of revenue from sales, your primary focus should be on ensu…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Mary Eberstadt – How the West Really Lost God 36:54

2y ago36:54

36:54

In the sixth Ramsay Lecture for 2022 US author and cultural critic Mary Eberstadt expands on the central thesis of her 2013 title, How the West Really Lost God, arguing that the decline in Western churchgoing is more attributable to the collapse of the Western family, especially since the 1960s, than any other commonly touted cause. In pressing her…

1
Ep #159 The power of consistency in business: 5 rules! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 13:34

2y ago13:34

13:34

Consistency in your business is far more important than you can think. Being consistent allows your business to establish awareness, build trust and deliver your services efficiently and profitably. Without it, your business is more likely to fail. Your business is a machine that runs on systems and processes. How well your business runs depends on…

1
Ep #158 Five reasons to stop comparing yourself and your business to others! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 13:09

2y ago13:09

13:09

“comparison is the thief of joy” ~ Theodore Roosevelt You might not admit this but we are all guilty of doing it at times, for all of the many great things I have achieved in business, I still at times find myself doing the self same thing! We see one thing in a person that shows us how we would like to be, in success or in worth and make an instan…

1
Ep #157 6 reasons why you need a business mentor! ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 13:10

2y ago13:10

13:10

93 percent of small and medium sized business owners recognise that mentorship can help them succeed. The FSB also reports that 70 percent of entrepreneurs who receive mentoring survive in business for five years or more, which is about twice the rate of their un-mentored counterparts. And I can only say I agree with this, having seen both sides of…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Roosevelt Montás - The Liberal Arts: why they matter more than ever 1:04:31

2y ago1:04:31

1:04:31

What is the effect of reading a whole curriculum of ‘Great Books’? Can prolonged exposure to such texts radically alter the course of a life? Can they speak to people from all cultural and socio-economic backgrounds? In the sixth Ramsay Lecture for 2022, Columbia University academic, Dr Roosevelt Montás speaks with Ramsay Centre CEO Professor Simon…

1
Ep #156 Make more sales with a customer loyalty program ~ From The Humble Entrepreneur. 21:29

2y ago21:29

21:29

Customer loyalty programs are great for not only driving customer loyalty they also help you to make more sales! The right program for your business can really help to drive and boost your customer sales. At the end of the day everyone knows it easier to sell to someone that already a customer! Loyalty programs have proven themselves as one of the …

1
Ep #155 Seven tips to boost your customer engagement! ~ From The Humble Entre-preneur. 16:12

2y ago16:12

16:12

We all want and need to boost our customer engagement on social media to help build and grow our businesses. Customer engagement and conversions go hand-in-hand, but building a loyal customer base doesn't happen overnight. there's no doubt that customer engagement is essential for moving prospects through your buying cycle or sales funnel. In order…

1
The Ramsay Centre Podcast: Professor the Hon Bob Carr - How politics and books shaped a life 1:14:35

2y ago1:14:35

1:14:35

In the fifth Ramsay Lecture for 2022, former NSW Premier and Foreign Minister, and one of Australia’s most well-read public figures, and an author himself, Professor the Hon Bob Carr delivers a cogent and illuminating lecture on how politics and books have influenced and shaped his life. In this wide-ranging address, Professor Carr, who is also the…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Robert Ramsay Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide