Best Haywood Productions Podcasts (2024)

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"Charlie at the Crossroads" 47:34

2h ago47:34

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SEASON 3 Episode Six. "Charlie At the Crossroads" Synopsis: Sean meets Charlie, a 23-year-old Boston theatre program student. Two months before his graduation, Charlie has an unfiltered conversation with Sean about his hopes, his dreams, his frustrations and how Stage Combat the Podcast has affected him personally as he sits at the crossroads of hi…

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"Somebody's Going to Get Hurt" 49:31

3d ago49:31

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SEASON 3 Episode Five. "Somebody's Going to Get Hurt" Synopsis: Sean asks whether theatre audiences actually understand the dangers that actors face when it comes to staged combat sequences on stage. And do the actors themselves fully understand the risk they are taking on with every performance. Guests: Actor/fight instructor McKey Carpenter; Broa…

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The Data Leader - Fannie Mae, Chief Data Officer and Senior Vice President, Kevin Bates 12:01

20d ago12:01

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The Data Leader Data drives the world and Fannie Mae's Chief Data Officer, Kevin Bates has a vital message for ALL leaders. You see, it can make the difference between a thriving organization and one that flounders often comes down to leadership. BUT how much focus are you giving what makes a strong leadership vision for data, and how can it transf…

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Patreon Sneak Preview: "Why Actors Bully Other Actors" 27:32

11d ago27:32

27:32

Bonus Episode: "Why Actors Bully Other Actors" Hey Stage Combat listeners! We're sharing with you a special full episode sneak preview of one of our companion series from Stage Combat at Patreon: THE MENTAL HEALTH POD. In this episode of THE MENTAL HEALTH POD, Sean and Broadway actor Michael McGurk ask the question "Why Actors Bully Each Other." An…

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"It's All In Your Mind(fulness)" 48:56

25d ago48:56

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SEASON 3 Episode Four. "It's All In Your Mind(fulness)" Synopsis: Almost five years after his collapse from a panic attack on the Goodspeed Opera House stage, Sean looks back at his own search for mindfulness and checks in with a few friends along the way to see how their doing it. Special thanks to somatic psychologist Dr. Brian Tierney @thesomati…

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Agenda 12.8.24 - waste, local government, rates and reform. 26:52

1M ago26:52

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How do we manage waste across the Island, who’s responsible for recycling and why do some local authorities pay substantially more for their regional recycling centres than others? Is the current Rates system fair and if not why has Rates reform never been tackled? And while we’re discussing reform why do we still have such a disparate range of loc…

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"Looking for Jeff" 1:15:44

1M ago1:15:44

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SEASON 3 Episode Three. "Looking for Jeff" Special Double Length Episode. Synopsis: Sean undertakes a compassionate investigation into the tragic 2018 suicide death of Chicago The Musical actor Jeff Loeffelholz. Content warning: strong language; content and conversations about suicide. Dial or text 988 24/7 to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you…

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Agenda 5.8.24 - what has local democracy ever done for us? 26:52

1M ago26:52

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Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been in post for just under two years now so what has she learned about local government in the Isle of Man? What is a local democracy reporter and why do we need one? Why does it take so long to get an answer from government, how does central government interact with local government and why do so few peopl…

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The Leadership Spark - Lúcia Soares, Carlyle's CIO of Head of Tech Transformation 22:25

2M ago22:25

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The Leadership Spark Lúcia Soares, Carlyle Group Partner and CIO of Head of Tech Transformation, reveals the "spark" that drives her leadership and that keeps her at the forefront of technology. This source of inspiration and success has guided her and her team through seismic shifts, from the rise of the internet and e-commerce to the digital revo…

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Agenda 29.7.24 - was Chris Thomas right to be censured by his colleagues in July Tynwald? 26:52

2M ago26:52

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There was an interesting flare up in Tynwald over the appointment of two new directors to the government owned Isle of Man Steam Packet Company. Some members were incensed by a particular line of questioning from Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas and he was asked to withdraw what were described as disparaging remarks. Is it possible to question cand…

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"How Are We All OK With This?" Part 2 53:00

2M ago53:00

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SEASON 3 Episode Two. "How Are We All OK With This?" Part 2. Synopsis: Synopsis: Sean continues to explore the problem with toxic stage managers and investigates whether our jobs can physically make us sick. Content warning: strong language. Editing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for…

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"How Are We All OK With This?" Part 1 42:54

2M ago42:54

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SEASON 3 PREMIERE! Episode One. "How Are We All OK With This?" Part 1. Synopsis: One year after telling his own podcast story of trauma while working at one of the country’s most powerful theatres, Sean explores the stories of listeners who responded to his story. First up: there seems to be a problem with toxic stage managers on Broadway. Content …

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Agenda 22.7.24 - assisted dying, a bus station, some luxury flat funding and consultation? 26:32

2M ago26:32

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The assisted dying Bill is due to be read a third time tomorrow in an extra Keys sitting and Agenda asks what’s the rush. We also ponder whether Tynwald and government are capable of delivering a bus station in Douglas, why developers need support to build luxury flats in Port Erin and why Tynwald rejected the opportunity to save money by allowing …

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Agenda 15.7.24 - Michelle Haywood tells us why future generations should not be allowed to buy tobacco products. 26:31

2M ago26:31

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Rushen MHK Michelle Haywood wants to progressively prevent new generations from being able to purchase tobacco products. Her private member’s Bill would in effect see the age at which you can buy tobacco products increase by a year each year until eventually nobody could buy them. With an estimated 25% of the health budget spent treating smoking re…

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Agenda 8.7.24 - who cares about carers? 26:32

2M ago26:32

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Lawrie Hooper’s homework was marked by June Tynwald and he passed with flying colours. The waiting list initiative supported by Tynwald last year appears to have had a significant impact in reducing numbers of people waiting for treatment. Minister Hooper tells us about that initiative and new adoption law changes before moving on to the Carer’s St…

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Get the Best from Your Team - Amit Saxena GM and VP of Automation Engine at ServiceNow 27:56

3M ago27:56

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GET THE BEST FROM YOUR TEAM Amit Saxena, GM and VP of Automation Engine at ServiceNow, shares a powerful strategy to consistently get top performance from his teams. Leadership greatness isn't measured on results you get from a one-time sprint. It comes from consistent excellence every time in all interactions. That's where Amit's important message…

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Agenda 1.7.24 - the 41st Summit of the British-Irish Council and sharing the spoils of off-shore wind. 26:32

2M ago26:32

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The 41st Summit of the British-Irish Council took place here just over a week ago with senior politicians focussing on unlocking the economic and social opportunities of renewables across these islands. The Irish Taoiseach was here as was the Scottish Government First Minister but do these summits actually deliver anything meaningful? And has any p…

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Does Culture Trump Talent? - Johnson Controls' VP & CTO, Vijay Sankaran 30:47

3M ago30:47

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Does culture trump talent when it comes to building high-performing teams? In the latest episode of our CEO Tech Live podcast series, renowned speaker and best-selling author Ben Fanning speaks with Vijay Sankaran, Johnson Controls' Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. Vijay’s proven leadership skills reveal what truly makes teams excel. Yo…

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Patreon Sneak Preview "Just Acting" 32:47

3M ago32:47

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Welcome to our first sneak preview of our all-new Stage Combat Bonus Content coming in July available only on Patreon. We know you're all getting ready for the premiere of our mainstream series, Stage Combat the Podcast, busting out on July 23rd! You'll listen to that bi -weekly podcast wherever you get your podcasts. But there is a whole new world…

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Agenda 17.6.24 - Rob Callister tells us why we need another housing committee. 24:32

3M ago24:32

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If we had a house for every report, review, investigation, and new policy and recommendation then we probably wouldn’t have a housing crisis. So why does Rob Callister want to set up another committee investigation on housing? Should public sector housing be more accessible for people on low incomes and if so how do we pay for the new houses requir…

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Stage Combat the Podcast Season 3 Trailer! 7:35

4M ago7:35

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Season 3 Trailer. What happens when actors stop being quiet and start speaking up? Season 3 of Stage Combat the Podcast premiering July 23rd! In 2023, Sean told his story in Season 1 and 2 (in something that sounded like a true crime podcast.) Now it's time to hear your stories! Biweekly we are bringing you provocative stories from performing artis…

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Agenda 10.6.24 - the Manx Development Corporation - what is it for and is it delivering? 24:31

3M ago24:31

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The Manx Development Corporation has its supporters and critics but what is it for and how was it formed? It aims to be a catalyst for the positive transformation of the Island’s urban landscape for the benefit of all Manx Citizens and has a vision to create an urban landscape which will be perceived as vibrant, safe, of high design quality and env…

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Three Keys to Leading Transformation - Abdul Razack, Aon Plc EVP and Global Head of Product and Engineering 24:10

4M ago24:10

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Ever Led a Transformation? Abdul Razack, EVP and Global Head of Product and Engineering at Aon Plc, shares three key he's used to drive transformation at global the titans like Google and SAP. These are truly time-tested principles that you leverage to accelerate innovation, performance, and success within your organization. Aon Plc is the global p…

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Agenda 3.6.24 - a tribute to long serving Tynwald Member Eddie Lowey from his political friend Peter Karran 24:31

3M ago24:31

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Long serving political figure Eddie Lowey passed away recently and on Agenda long term friend and occasional political ally Peter Karran pays tribute to a towering Manx statesman. Mr Lowey was first elected to the House of Keys in the old Rushen constituency. He went on to serve in many position in both government and Tynwald stepping down from Leg…

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Agenda 20.5.24 - The Island’s first set of Biodiversity Action Plans mark a significant step in the Island’s commitment to nature conservation. 24:32

4M ago24:32

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The Island’s first set of Biodiversity Action Plans mark a significant step in the Island’s commitment to nature conservation. Agenda asks the experts what are they and why do they matter? There certainly seems to be a greater focus on protecting the Island’s biodiversity but will these plans make a difference? Is there any budget to help deliver t…

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Agenda 13.5.24 - Julie Edge on the new political alliance. 24:32

4M ago24:32

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More from the new political alliance on this week’s Agenda. Julie Edge MHK gives her warts and all assessment of government and what needs to change. So what did she do as Minister to solve these problems? Is this just sour grapes on the recently replaced education Minister? Ms Edge certainly has some interesting thoughts and ideas for the future w…

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Prepare like a High-Performing Executive - Kris Rao, HNI Corporation Chief Information and Digital Officer 24:19

5M ago24:19

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Prepare Like the World's Best Leaders Kris Rao, Chief Information and Digital Officer at HNI, shares his approach to mastering the mindset of success. Don't waste precious resources reinventing the wheel; instead, learn from this elite leader to save your time, money, and effort. Use Kris' blueprint to lay the foundation for success and boost perfo…

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Agenda 22.4.24 - should MLCs make decisions on government policy bearing in mind their at best tenuous mandate from the people? 24:32

5M ago24:32

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In Tynwald last week Onchan MHK Rob Callister asked his colleagues to reaffirm a 2017 Tynwald decision relating to the role LegCo members should fulfil and in particular that they should not be a member of more than one government department. The government website tells us that one MLC is a member of two departments and since last month’s reshuffl…

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Agenda 29.4.24 - is government support for household insulation and green living “a joke?” 24:32

5M ago24:32

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John Sheppard is a Sustainability Consultant and Technical director of Wren Sustainable Limited. He believes that government initiatives to help households become more sustainable are “a joke” and he tells us why on Agenda. While government has legislation requiring it to deliver on carbon reduction targets, it seems that legislation is limited on …

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Agenda 15.4.24 - Tynwald Youth Select Committee members talk about their political aspirations and run rings round Phil Gawne in a discussion about the perils and opportunities presented by Artificial ... 24:32

5M ago24:32

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On Agenda last week Tynwald Youth Select Committee members Zara Molnova, Aidan Clarke and Alex Cowley told us about the work of their Committee. This week these sixth form students talk about their political aspirations and run rings round me in a discussion about the perils and opportunities presented by Artificial Intelligence. As someone who’s p…

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Executive Mentors 40 Leaders to CIO - Yorkshire Water, Andy Haywood, Chief Modernisation Officer 30:44

6M ago30:44

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Do you have an executive mentor? Andy Haywood is Chief Modernisation Officer at Yorkshire Water….the water utility organization providing water to millions. He shares his secret behind mentoring 40 leaders to CIO. If you'd like to leave a positive legacy and make a "dent in the Universe" then this episode is for you! You'll also discover: Three key…

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Agenda 8.4.24 - the Tynwald Youth Select Committee - part 1 24:32

5M ago24:32

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Very occasionally when conducting interviews Phil Gawne is particularly impressed by the refreshing honestly and clarity of my guests. The Youth Select Committee was established by Tynwald to give a voice to students and Castle Rushen High School students Zara Molnova and Aidan Clarke, and Chair of the Select Committee Alex Cowley from St Ninians H…

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Agenda 25.3.24 - the latest population figures and when is it okay for a toilet break? 24:32

6M ago24:32

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An Agenda of two halves this week with Paul Craine MLC assessing the latest population figures and MLC and Children’s Champion Kerry Sharp assessing the recently announced Ballakermeen toilet policy and how children’s rights have changed over the decades. Government has set its sights on growing the economically active population and the latest fig…

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Agenda 18.3.24 - lessons from Canada on Assisted Dying 24:32

6M ago24:32

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At a meeting last week more than a hundred people heard from Canadian campaigner, Alex Schadenberg, Chair of Euthanasia Prevention Coalition and Dr Duncan Gerry consultant geriatrician. Both spoke with passion and expressed deep concern about Alex Allinson’s attempt to introduce Assisted Dying in the Isle of Man. So are the safeguards in the Assist…

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Agenda 11.3.24 - the UK Post Office Scandal and how to avoid it. 24:32

7M ago24:32

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The scandal surrounding the actions of the UK Post Office in connection with wrongful persecution of sub postmasters is rarely off the news lately, thanks in part to the significant campaign for justice led by Alan Bates. Looking at the fact as we now know them it seems remarkable that a common sense test hadn’t been applied by Post Office Chiefs. …

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Agenda 26.2.24 - Julie Edge reacts to her Ministerial departure. 24:32

7M ago24:32

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Julie Edge has been replaced as education minister in what the Chief Minister has termed a strategic change. All parties are at pains to mention that this was not a sacking but Ms Edge responded to news of her departure by saying that as the “difficult woman” who regularly challenges decisions and offers the public perspective, I am not surprised. …

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Agenda 19.2.24 - Should MHKs make decisions about the size of their constituencies? With just under half the voting age population not bothering to vote should we be looking at much bolder steps in relation ... 24:32

7M ago24:32

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The Isle of Man Electoral Commission recently published its report which makes recommendations to Tynwald in relation to House of Keys constituency boundaries. The report is due to be debated in March and on Agenda Commission members Sally Bolton and Nigel Davis explain the Commission’s findings and recommendations. Should MHKs make decisions about…

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Agenda 12.2.24 - the Chief Minister defends his government’s progress half way through his term in office. 24:32

8M ago24:32

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We’re half way through the Cannan administration and the Chief Minister is facing growing pressure to deliver on the promises contained in the glitzy strategy documents and plans. So how does Alf Cannan think he’s doing? Is the housing crisis solved? Find out on Agenda with Amy Griffiths who caught up with the Chief Minister earlier this month. Are…

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Agenda 5.2.24 - the Cannan administration - a bold revolution or rearranging deckchairs? 24:32

8M ago24:32

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The Cannan administration has had bold ambition to radically change the government and the prospects for our economic future but half way through this government’s term in office what meaningful change can they point to. Is the Cannan government’s ambition one you share or are their aspects of it that you’re not signed up to? On Agenda political co…

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Agenda 29.1.24 - a lively debate on government’s refugee policy. 24:32

8M ago24:32

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There was quite a heated exchange in Tynwald this month about government’s policy relating to accepting refugees. Minister Kate Lord Brennan was surprisingly robust in defending the Cabinet Office’s approach and this led to several members including the mover of the motion Joney Faragher giving as good as they got. On Agenda this week we hear from …

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Agenda 22.1.24 - The Energy Strategy, lower speed limits in residential areas, and proposed boundary changes in the north? 24:32

8M ago24:32

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The Energy Strategy was debated in Tynwald last week and Minister Clare Barber didn’t have it all her own way. Ann Corlett again questioned the Infrastructure Minister about when his Department will lower speed limits in residential areas. Also Lawrie Hooper talks about proposed changes to constituency boundaries. Clare Barber on Energy Strategy, A…

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Agenda 18.12.23 - good news good for the homeless and for vulnerable children, as well as encouragement for campaigners seeking new laws to protect puppies and kittens. 24:32

9M ago24:32

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There was no room in the Perspective inn yesterday for the Homlessness Strategy and Children’s Champion’s Report. So in the Agenda before Christmas all through the House (of Keys) we have a Minister stirring and even some cows. No wise men but Tynwald stars David Ashford, Claire Barber and Kerry Sharpe are with us to give some good news good for th…

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The Stage Combat Holiday Special! 56:55

10M ago56:55

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We’re closing out 2023 and an amazing Season 2 of Stage Combat with a holiday bang! It’s THE STAGE COMBAT HOLIDAY SPECIAL! Get your Santa mug out and fill it with hot chocolate and settle in. We’ve got an hour of holiday music and stories as Sean pops around the country to share holiday greetings with some of our favorite guests from two seasons of…

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Agenda 8.1.24 - DEFA Minister Clare Barber tells us about proposed changes to planning a new Fisheries Management Agreement. 24:32

10M ago24:32

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We’ve got a new Fisheries Management Agreement and there’s more tweaking of the planning system being proposed. Planning and Fisheries Minister Clare Barber tells us about both including the usual proposal to increase fees - well Government needs the money I suppose! But tucked in the planning consultation there’s a proposal that the planning commi…

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Agenda 15.1.23 - Rob Callister and Kerry Sharp consider the damning Ofsted report into children’s social care services 24:32

10M ago24:32

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A damning report into children’s social care services was debated in November Tynwald, painting a very bleak picture for children in care or leaving care at 16. The report found that a lack of adequate support systems to promote the safety and well-being of these children is significantly failing them, the impact of substance misuse on children is …

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Agenda 11.12.23 - should we be getting benefits out to the median line between the IoM and UK? 24:32

10M ago24:32

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Anyone fancy some free money this Christmas? That appears to be what’s on offer from Paul Craine MLC as he asks Tynwald to support his motion which calls for the Isle of Man to benefit from the revenue generated on the seabed out to the median line between the Isle of Man and the UK. Scotland was granted similar benefits just prior to the independe…

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Agenda 4.12.23 - Peter Karran calls for housing for Manx workers 24:32

10M ago24:32

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Looking for some straight talking no nonsense politician to say it how it is? Well, a semi-retired former MHK is pulling no punches when it comes to government’s housing policy. Peter Karran has written to the new Housing Board Chair, David Ashford, with some clear policy ideas to try to find housing solutions for the many Manx workers who contnue …

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“You Have No Power Over Me”: Sean and Dr. Hurwitz Revisit Stage Combat 38:58

10M ago38:58

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BONUS EPISODE. Sean chats with Dr. Alisa Hurwitz, the clinical psychologist who helped us all keep it together in Stage Combat's post show talk backs. As we all struggled to process Sean's story of what really happened behind the scenes at the Goodspeed Opera House, you let us know that you appreciated Dr. Hurwitz's voice of reason, words of compas…

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Agenda 27.11.23 - Government’s plans meaningless nonsense or a valiant attempt to keep Department’s accountable? 24:32

10M ago24:32

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Departmental Plans came in for a bit of stick in Tynwald last week but are they the “meaningless drivel” that John Rimmington once described his Department’s plan about twenty years ago? Speaker Watterson didn’t quite go that far but it is fair to say he wasn’t impressed. The Department of Education’s was one of the plans he criticised so what did …

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Agenda 20.11.23 - should the Bishop have a vote in Tynwald? The saga continues. 24:32

10M ago24:32

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A bit of déjà vu on Agenda this week as the Bishop’s vote is once more called into question this time by the House of Keys who narrowly voted to allow Lawrie Hooper to introduce a private member’s Bill to remove the vote from the Bishop. Mr Hooper was accused of having malevolent purpose and being distracted by trivial matters when he should be get…

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