Best Phil Burgess Podcasts (2024)

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Perspective 7.7.24 - controversial climate commentator Paul Burgess. 50:21

2h ago50:21

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While a significant majority of climate scientists are increasingly alarmed by the rapid pace of climate change, a growing proportion of voters across Europe are voting to stop climate action. That pleases Perspective's guest this week, Paul Burgess, who describes himself as a climate scientist and friend of four times gaoled, far right politician …

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273. Writing Dystopian Fiction with Liz Shipton 24:18

6h ago24:18

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Send us a Text Message. Author and pirate Liz Shipton discusses writing dystopian fiction, the tropes embedded within the genre, and why readers still enjoy it. ▬ Visit Liz's website: https://lizshipton.com/ Find Liz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizshipton/ Get Liz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Liz-Shipton/author/B0BN4…

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Perspective 30.6.24 - highlights from June Tynwald. 50:01

4d ago50:01

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They say a week is a long time in politics but I hope not too long as this week’s Perspective looks at some of the June Tynwald highlights. The Chief Minister explains why belts need tightening even further if health funding is to continue to grow, Tim Glover is concerned about DoI anouncing big increases in costs for farmers - so is the Agricultur…

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272. How to Bring Your Setting to Life with Cheryl Grey Bostrom 23:39

7d ago23:39

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Send us a Text Message. Author and photographer Cheryl Grey Bostrom discusses how to write setting without cliches and the effects of characters on setting. ▬ Visit Cheryl's Website: https://cherylbostrom.com/ Find Cheryl on social media: https://www.instagram.com/cherylgreybostrom/ https://www.facebook.com/cherylgreybostrom/…

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Perspective 23.6.24 - Education Minister rejects school closures … and lots more. 50:00

11d ago50:00

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Garff MHK Daphne Caine has certainly not been short of challenges since she took up the reins at the Department of Education. Do you save £7m a year by closing primary schools and other ‘efficiencies’ or acknowledge that the backlash from those affected will be to big a political price to pay for a government which struggles to find popularity? As …

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271. How to Strive for Excellence in Your Storytelling with Steven James 20:56

14d ago20:56

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Send us a Text Message. Bestselling author Steven James discusses his insights on storytelling, structure, and the craft of writing. ▬ Visit Steven's website: https://stevenjames.net/ Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/readstevenjames/By Jennia D'Lima

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Creating and sustaining wellbeing at work with Emma Richardson, Director of People and Development at Cripps 29:32

15d ago29:32

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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the syste…

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Perspective 16.6.24 - Chris Thomas and David Ashford preview June Tynwald 50:02

18d ago50:02

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You could be forgiven for thinking that the House of Keys is about to make an historic decision to introduce assisted dying, but is that really the case? Also as we approach the end of the third year of the current House of Keys, June Tynwald will be asked to consider three motions on housing but will any of these make any meaningful impact on the …

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270. Working with a Small Press with Ari Rosenschein 23:38

22d ago23:38

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Send us a Text Message. Author and musician Ari Rosenschein discusses the pros, cons, and fun facts about working with a small press that can help your writing journey. ▬ Visit Ari's website: https://arirosenschein.com/ Find Ari on Instagram: https://arirosenschein.com/ Get a copy of Ari's book, Dr. Z and Matty Take Telegraph: https://amzn.to/3U2Xy…

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Perspective 9.6.24 - can the Manx Labour Party deliver solutions to the problems we’re facing? 50:01

26d ago50:01

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The Manx Labour Party held it’s AGM a few weeks ago so a good excuse to find out what it’s all about. Do we still need a Labour movement in the Isle of Man or has it’s time past? The Labour Party was formed in 1918 to fight against the social injustice of the time and over the century that followed it achieved much of it’s initial objectives, so wh…

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269. How to Write About a Music Scene with Jean Burgess 23:36

29d ago23:36

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Send us a Text Message. Author Jean Burgess discusses how to incorporate music into your book, what research goes into it, and reveals a few secrets about her book That Summer She Found Her Voice along the way. ▬ Visit Jean's website: https://www.jeanburgessauthor.com/ Find her book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/That-Summer-She-Found-Voice/dp/1…

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Perspective 2.6.24 - a round up of May Tynwald and confusion over Peel Town Commissioners view on housing. 50:02

1M ago50:02

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May Tynwald was a relatively brief an uncontroversial affair but even with a light Order Paper there were still a few items of interest. Some members expressing righteous indignation over Tynwald’s unwillingness to suspend its standing orders while others dismissing this as a storm in a tea cup. And what’s really happening in Peel with apparent con…

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268. Writing With Inclusion with Tonya Todd 27:00

1M ago27:00

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Send us a Text Message. Author, actress, and activist Tonya Todd talks about how to write with inclusivity, include it in your work, and how it can affect the readers' experience. ▬ Visit Tonya's website: https://www.mstonyatodd.com/the_author/ Find Tonya on her socials: https://www.instagram.com/mstonyatodd/ https://x.com/mstonyatodd?lang=en https…

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LegCo reform - can tinkering with our parliamentary structures help address the crisis we face? 50:02

1M ago50:02

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Political think tank - Reayrtys - and Prof Peter Edge from Oxford Brookes University want to talk about reform of Legislative Council. Perspective this week asks them why? How does tinkering with our parliamentary structures help address the housing crisis, cost of living crisis and the difficulties faced by the hospitality sector. Seasoned politic…

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Isle of Man Praying the Keeills - a bit of peace and tranquillity in a very busy world. 50:06

1M ago50:06

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Stressed, tearing your hair out, feeling overwhelmed by the pace of the world we live in? Well the Isle of Man Praying the Keeills week may just be the answer. It runs all through next week and organisers Rev Canon Janice Ward, Phil Craine and Andrew Foxon tell you all about it on Perspective on Sunday at 12 noon on Manx Radio with me Phil Gawne. E…

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Ep116 The Power of RENT w/ Fiona Choi! (AUS) 1:28:54

1M ago1:28:54

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Long live Bohemia, because we're over the moon to be joined by the incredible Aussie icon, Fiona Choi! (Say what?! *faints*) This week, the infectious RENT alum joins AW and Spencer to Steal This Album from System of a Down, before setting off on an Australian Epic with the original Aussie Musical TV series soundtrack! Plus we chat the Power of REN…

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267. How to Write About an Iconic Historical Figure with Phil Gramlich 22:40

1M ago22:40

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Send us a Text Message. Podcaster, travel agent, and author Phil Gramlich discusses his book Walt & His Park, and tips on how he wrote about the famed figure. ▬ Visit Phil's website: https://eartotheretravel.com/our-team/phil-gramlich/ Get a copy of Walt & His Park: https://www.philgramlich.com/ Follow Phil on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ear…

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Building a gender balanced workforce with Kate Shaw, HR Vice President, Global HR Operations, pladis 26:00

1M ago26:00

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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the syste…

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Ep115 Unlocking Baldur's Gate 3 w/ Neil Roberts! (Dark Urge) 2:05:32

2M ago2:05:32

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Resist the urge to fangirl because we're joined by THE Dark Urge, Mr. Neil Roberts! (Say what?! *faints*) This week, the Charming Neil joins AW for an exclusive 1-on-1 deep-dive into the superstar breakout character of Baldur's Gate 3- the Dark Urge! But not before we dig up Soundgarden's 'Louder Than Love'- almost-, before reliving Neil's 'Salad D…

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266. The Specificity of Language with Eli Burnstein 23:15

2M ago23:15

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Send us a Text Message. Author Eli Burnstein discusses the nuances of language and how he dives into the details in his new book Dictionary of Fine Distinctions. ▬ Visit Eli's website: https://eliburnstein.com/ Get a copy of Dictionary of Fine Distinctions: https://www.amazon.com/product/dp/1454952350/ Fine Eli on social media: https://twitter.com/…

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Perspective 12.5.24 - what’s happening at Onchan District Commissioners - is it more than just a political spat? 50:01

2M ago50:01

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What’s happening at Onchan District Commissioners? Prompted by comments made at the recent AGM Onchan MHK Julie Edge doesn’t hold back on her thoughts over the behaviour of some of the Commissioners. One of the Commissioners attracting Ms Edge’s ire responds to the criticism. So can all sides work together in the future for the best interests of th…

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Ep114 Sheldie Baby w/ Tony Sheldon! (AUS) 1:28:39

2M ago1:28:39

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Time to dish up some Pavlova- the Queen of desserts, for the one and only Mr. Tony Sheldon! (Say what?! *faints) In this week's jam-packed, mini-reunion episode, we take Tony for a coast-to-coast trip from Mr. Bungle's 'California', across to the funky NYC of 'Seesaw' with the original Broadway cast! Plus, we chat Priscilla Queen of the Desert, The…

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265. Event Review: AwesomeCon with Kenton Kilgore and Taylor Gonzales 24:32

2M ago24:32

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Send us a Text Message. Author Kenton Kilgore, Jennia, and her PA Taylor Gonzales review the highs and lows of D.C.'s AwesomeCon from both a vendor and attendee perspective. ▬ Visit Kenton's Website: https://kentonkilgore.com/ Check out Kenton's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kenton-Kilgore/author/B008F95POO Find Kenton on social me…

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Perspective 5.5.24 - Claire Christian and Chris Thomas describe their emerging political alliance. 50:03

2M ago50:03

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A new political force has been slowly emerging in Tynwald and this week’s Perspective tries to discover what it’s all about. Definitely not a political party, possibly a loose political alliance but certainly made up of MHKs Claire Christian, Julie Edge and Chris Thomas. What do they stand for, how will they deliver change, are their ideas relevant…

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Ep113 Burning the Floor w/ Phil Burton! (Human Nature!) 1:14:35

2M ago1:14:35

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People get ready, there's a guest comin', and it's Human Nature's brilliant baritone, Mr. Phil Burton! (Say what?! *faints*) This week, the reigning champion of Dancing With the Stars Australia joins us to chat all things Burn the Floor: Dare to Dream and spill the beads on the upcoming Australian tour. Plus we chat this week's chosen albums- Sweet…

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264. Research Tips for Nonfiction Writers with Susan Day 19:45

2M ago19:45

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Send us a Text Message. Author and mindful arts therapist Susan Day tells her tips and tricks for researching when it comes to nonfiction and why it's important! ▬ Visit Susan's website: https://mindfulartstherapy.com.au/ Check out her books: https://amzn.to/3uZsZfR Find her on social media: https://www.facebook.com/mindfulartstherapy https://www.i…

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Perspective 28.4.24 - the CoMin listening events - stark testament and some reassuring ministerial voices. 1:18:24

2M ago1:18:24

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Council of Ministers met the people this week and after a few teething problems with the first session the initiative was generally considered a positive one. So what did they learn? Did they listen? Will policies and strategies change following the feedback received, or will the same story be repackaged to better reflect public concerns? Perspecti…

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263. Folklore and Fairy Tales with Vanessa Rogers 25:51

2M ago25:51

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Send us a Text Message. Writer and podcaster Vanessa Rogers discusses the common misconceptions of fairy tales, folk tales, and folklore and how they are still impacting the modern literary world. ▬ Visit Fabric of Folklore and listen to the podcast: https://fabricoffolklore.com/ Check out the Fabric of Folklore on Instagram: https://www.instagram.…

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Creating the culture we want to see within the workplace with Dean Curtis CEO of LexisNexis Risk Solutions – Data Services 27:54

2M ago27:54

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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the syste…

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Perspective 21.4.24 - some of the highlights from April Tynwald. 50:01

3M ago50:01

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Housing, NHS dentistry, government handling of Covid and the Dr Ranson appeal, cheaper internet services, and greater fiscal responsibility were just a few of the items discussed in Tynwald this week. Perspective tries to squeeze all this and more into the program. There was some quite heated debate and political rifts becoming more evident but one…

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262. What is Urban Fantasy? With Carina Steinbakk 21:34

3M ago21:34

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Send us a Text Message. Author and project engineer Carina Steinbakk discusses the nuances of urban fantasy, how it compares to other fantasy subgenres, and her book "Flames of Eader." ▬ Visit Carina's website: https://www.carinasteinbakk.co.uk/ Get a copy of Flames of Eader: https://www.amazon.com/Flames-Eader-Carina-Steinbakk/dp/1800746768 Find C…

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261. What is Fantasy? With Richie Billing 24:09

3M ago24:09

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Send us a Text Message. Author and podcaster Richie Billing talks all things fantasy--how it's defined, the sub genres, and what you should take into consideration about worldbuilding and the characters. ▬ Check out Richie's website: https://richiebilling.com/ Listen to The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed Podcast: https://richiebilling.com/the-fantasy-wr…

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Perspective 14.4.24 - can Manx Care become the best small Island health and social care system in the world? 50:00

3M ago50:00

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Manx Care’s ambition is to become the best small Island health and social care system in the world and Manx Care’s Chief Executive certainly has the passion and commitment to try to deliver that very worthy aspiration. So why have we not seen that ambition being delivered so far? What obstacles lie in the way of Manx Care delivering health and soci…

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260. Working with a Co Author, with Lillah Lawson and Lauren Emily Whalen 26:53

3M ago26:53

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Send us a Text Message. Author Lillah Lawson and Lauren Emily Whalen discuss the keys to successful co-authoring and their first co-author venture with their book Tomorrow and Tomorrow. We'd also like to congratulate Lillah on her nomination for the 2024 Georgia Author of the Year! https://www.authoroftheyear.org/2024-nominees **Note: There were so…

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259. How Minimalism is Linked to the Creative Process with Bastien Siebman 22:40

3M ago22:40

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Send us a Text Message. Author, web developer, and Asana Pro Bastien Siebman discusses how minimalism can generate creativity and reframe productivity. ▬ Check out Bastien's LinkedIn: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/siebmanb/enBy Jennia D'Lima

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Perspective 7.4.24 - Energy and Sustainability Centre Directors Ralph Peak and Adrian Cowin give us their take on our changing climate and and future energy sources. 50:02

3M ago50:02

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Are you happy with your energy bills? Do you like the uncertainty of how much your next fuel purchase is going to cost? Are you a gardener or farmer concerned about the past four months’ above average rainfall? Is it possible to mitigate against the problems climate change will bring or has that boat already sailed? Energy and Sustainability Centre…

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258. Editing Essentials #10: What is a Book Coach? 27:00

3M ago27:00

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Send us a Text Message. Dayna Reidenouer is back talking about book coaching, what it is, what they do, and if you should hire one. ▬ Dayna's site https://www.yourpublishingbff.com/ Dayna's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourpublishingbffBy Jennia D'Lima

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Perspective 31.3.24 - the Chief Minister responds to recent criticism and explains his government’s revised priorities. 50:02

3M ago50:02

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Great opportunity to represent the Island both here and abroad, good people skills required, must be able to please all the people all the time, while taking the really tough and difficult decisions. You’ll be working with a great team, many of whom want your job, and all of your 86,000 stakeholders expect you to be instantly available to answer th…

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257. How Sharing Your Story Can Boost Your Personal and Professional Goals with Keith McNally 23:58

3M ago23:58

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Send us a Text Message. Content warning: Mentions of suicide Doctor of education and professor Keith McNally discusses the impact of sharing your story on personal and professional goals, his book Walking the Path: A Leader's Journey, and how to start bringing a new perspective to life. ▬ Find Keith on LinkedIn: Keith J. McNally - Digital Vision LL…

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Building a space where colleagues feel at home with Sonia Astill, Chief People Officer, Wickes 30:24

3M ago30:24

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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the syste…

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256. How to Create Animal Characters For an Older Audience with Kenton Kilgore 21:58

3M ago21:58

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Send us a Text Message. Author Kenton Kilgore talks about writing animal characters for older audiences and how to make them believable. In a Writing and Editing March Madness, the podcast will be uploading twice a week for the next few weeks. Keep an eye out for these special episodes! ▬ Visit Kenton's Website: https://kentonkilgore.com/ Check out…

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Perspective 24.3.24 - the Tax Strategy and Keys constituency boundaries. 50:02

3M ago50:02

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On last week’s Perspective the Treasury Minister made a valiant attempt to defend the Isle of Man Government’s Tax Strategy. The Strategy was presented to Tynwald this week, not for approval but merely to be received, but even that modest objective came close to being derailed by an amendment from David Ashford. On Perspective we hear from several …

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255. Self-Care for Writers with Finnian Burnett 27:05

4M ago27:05

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Send us a Text Message. Author and educator Finnian Burnett talks about why self-care matters and how writers can practice it. ▬ Visit Finnian's website: https://finnburnett.com/ Check out Finnian's blog: https://finallyfinnian.com/ Find Finnian on social media: https://twitter.com/FinnianBurnett https://www.linkedin.com/in/finnburnett/ https://www…

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Perspective 17.3.24 - Treasury Minister Alex Allinson responds to concerns raised about the budget and the tax strategy. 50:02

4M ago50:02

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On Perspective last week economist John Webster identified significant areas for improvement in the Island’s economic policies. He marked the Treasury Minister’s card with - could do better - see me after the lesson. Members of the Chamber of Commerce were particularly concerned in their assessment of February’s budget and its impact on their busin…

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254. Writing About Grief from Losing a Beloved Animal with Maribeth Decker 20:02

4M ago20:02

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Send us a Text Message. *Content Warning: Topics of pet death and grief Author Maribeth Decker talks about her book Peace in Passing, discusses her work as an animal communicator, and the process of grief when you lose a beloved pet. ▬ Visit Maribeth's website: https://sacredgrove.com/ Maribeth Decker - YouTube Get Peace in Passing: https://sacredg…

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Perspective 10.3.24 - the IoM Budget, the Tax Strategy and what needs to change to allow the Island to prosper. 49:57

4M ago49:57

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John Webster is an economist, business owner and Chairman of the Manx Technology Group as well as an independent adviser to various investment funds and involved with the UN as an economic adviser to small islands. He was also economic adviser to the Isle of Man Government back in the 1980s so he’s well qualified to talk about the economic situatio…

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253. Demystifying the Publishing Process with Deborah Kevin 25:00

4M ago25:00

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Send us a Text Message. Editor and Chief Inspiration Officer Deborah Kevin discusses the publishing process and pulls the cover off the differences between traditional, hybrid, and self publishing. ▬ Check out Deborah's website: https://deborahkevin.com/ Find Deborah on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter https://www.linkedin.c…

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252. Using Letters To Enrich Your Family History with Kevin O'Connor 31:07

4M ago31:07

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Send us a Text Message. Author and speaker Kevin O'Connor discusses using family letters dated all the way back to the 1930s in his book Two Floors Above Grief and why you should consider keeping them too. ▬ Visit Kevin's website: http://kevinoconnorauthor.com Find Kevin on social media: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.oconnor2 https://www.instagram…

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Perspective 3.3.24 - the 200th anniversary of the RNLI. 49:58

4M ago49:58

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A new exhibition exploring the Isle of Man’s remarkable maritime heritage and honouring the 200th anniversary of the RNLI opened recently at the House of Manannan in Peel. ‘All at Sea’ uncovers some of the tragic events in Manx waters which motivated Manx resident, Sir William Hillary to establish a national maritime lifesaving institution. On Pers…

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The journey to 50%-50% gender parity with Christos Tsaprounis, People & Culture Director, Auto Trader UK 29:32

4M ago29:32

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The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn’t about fixing the women, it’s about changing the syste…

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