Best The Flt Podcasts (2024)

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Kristiina Mäkelä - Shaping the future 52:00

8h ago52:00

52:00

This week Finnish Leadership is... Shaping the future! We sit down with Provost of Aalto University, Kristiina Mäkelä to discuss, leading in academia, finding strategic focus, fostering collaboration, the next generation of Finnish leaders, educating "gamechangers", shaping a sustainable future and much, much more! Give it a listen and let us know,…

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Ep. 57 - Two Lodges Communicating 58:28

10d ago58:28

58:28

For the second show in a row, Chaplain Eric Bramble join Tara and Billy to continue the lively conversation, this time it's about Grand Lodge Sessions in BC for 2024 and how well the messages of progress and change travels from Grand Lodge to the local lodges. There is more to it than relying on Representatives’ Reports being read by the members. L…

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Episode 13: Bait 1:29:21

11d ago1:29:21

1:29:21

AJ and Andy explore James Andrew Hall's second contribution to Secret Army: Bait, a clever tale centring around a woman, Catherine Bidout, living in Brussels who has not been interned despite being British. She is part of a trap prepared by Kessler, and Brandt is in danger of falling right into it. When Lifeline are also summoned to help, both the …

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Ep. 56 - The Heavy Volunteer Baton 1:13:02

20d ago1:13:02

1:13:02

Tara and Billy are joined by Chaplain Eric Bramble for a frank conversation of the burdensome situations they have seen when the professionals could be called in, but volunteers full of FLT take on the tasks. Sometimes with amazing outcomes, and sometimes when those volunteers are under the pump to perform perfectly even though they lack the experi…

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FLT Summer Break 26:31

1M ago26:31

26:31

In this episode, the team checks in remotely to reflect on the episodes so far, what we've enjoyed and learned the most over the past few months and also raise a glass to a summer of Finnish leadership. Like the show? the support us here: Support the show – The FLT (the-flt.com), or contact us: contact@the-flt.com, or got an idea? let's collaborate…

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Episode 12: Hymn to Freedom 1:22:37

1M ago1:22:37

1:22:37

This month AJ & Andy appraise Michael Chapman's sole contribution to Secret Army: Hymn to Freedom, which explores the political and personal motivations of the Quisling-like Van Reijn as he attempts to leave Occupied Belgium behind. Andy has issues with Chapman's storytelling style, while AJ has cause to sing a refrain of 'Interchangeable Men'. Els…

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Lena Grenat - Focusing on the opportunities 59:21

1M ago59:21

59:21

In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of SAM, (Suomi Amerikka Yhdistyksen Liitto) Lena Grenat to discuss the differences and similarities between Finns and Americans, building networks, vulnerability in leadership, playing chess, creating a learning culture and knowing the difference between winning/losing and succeeding/failing, among other th…

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Riina Hellström - agile, reliable and building clarity 57:01

2M ago57:01

57:01

In this episode, we sit down with author and agile pioneer Riina Hellström to discuss defining boundaries, learning to say no, learning to hear no, financial clarity, fitting working styles to the business and the reasons we all need to become agile. (00:00) Intro to Riina Hellström, recognized Finnish leader in Agile transformation (06:16) Balanci…

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Mervi Airaksinen - Dreaming big enough, so that everyone laughs at you 51:10

2M ago51:10

51:10

In this episode we sit down with Microsoft Finland’s Managing Director, Mervi Airaksinen to discuss chopping the elephant, dealing with owners, leading a transformation, dreaming big, the importance of a good leadership “team” and the balance between tech and expertise. (00:00) Dream big and speak out loud. Intro to Mervi Airaksinen. (08:08) Transi…

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Episode 11: A Question of Loyalty 1:25:25

3M ago1:25:25

1:25:25

This month AJ and Andy review one of the most celebrated episodes of the first series in which Lifeline is threatened when Monique gets too close to an SS officer impersonating an evader. As well as exploring the welcome character development for both Monique and Albert, and the bravura performance by Angela Richards in particular, the pair also di…

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Valtteri Raekallio - Protecting the team, so they can go crazy 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

In this episode we sit down with dancer, director and leader of the Helsinki Dance Company Valtteri Raekallio and discuss, communication beyond language, the roll of physicality in teams, connectedness, feedback, tripping, trust and protecting your team to set them free. (00:00) Intro to Valtteri Raekallio. Exploring Finnish leadership in the artis…

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FLT Coffee Break - who drives performance? 30:41

3M ago30:41

30:41

Today we join the FLT team during a coffee break discussion. Top of mind this week is finalizing performance reviews, the pressure it puts on managers and finding the right balance to move forward. Like it? Support us here: https://the-flt.com/support-the-show/ Contact us here: contact@the-flt.com Like, share and subscribe: https://open.spotify.com…

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Outi Sivonen - Being Present for Others 1:01:23

4M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

In this episode we sit down with Outi Sivonen, CHRO at Solita to talk about getting permission, the role of sensing in leadership, self-reflection, honesty, getting the best out of technical talent, clarity and much, much, more. Get in touch with us at contact@the-flt.com Support us in our mission here: Support the show – The FLT (the-flt.com) YouT…

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An interview with Christopher Douglas (Noel Uys) 27:07

4M ago27:07

27:07

AJ interviews actor and writer Christopher Douglas who played downed South African airman Noel Uys in the Series 1 episode Identity in Doubt. Christopher is now best known for playing Ed Reardon in radio's Ed Reardon's week but was happy to cast his mind back to 1977, his co-stars, director Vik Ritelis, and his time in the mud! If you enjoyed this …

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FLT Afterwork - DEI is dead? 25:17

4M ago25:17

25:17

DEI is dead?🤔 ✨The buzz around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion might be fading, but the urgency for genuine change remains. In a recent episode of the FLT podcast, we experimented with a fresh format, inviting all team members, including those behind the scenes, for a cozy chat at the Fat Lizard bar & restaurant.🎙️🍻 📧 Contact: contact@the-flt.com …

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Episode 10: Identity in Doubt 1:22:58

4M ago1:22:58

1:22:58

When a lock keeper is killed and Jacques is injured, Natalie's fate looks uncertain as she is taken hostage by an impetuous evader whose identity is in doubt... AJ and Andy critique 'the one with the mud' and find a lot more to discuss and explore than this episode's memorable denouement. There is high praise for Juliet Hammond-Hill's performance a…

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Teivo Teivainen - Hedging and smiling like Stubb 54:48

5M ago54:48

54:48

Support the show here: https://the-flt.com/support-the-show/ If you have a question for our upcoming guests, reach us at: contact@the-flt.com In this episode we discuss, Finland's "boring" elections, the role of optimism in elections, the impact of identity on this election, handling existential threats, becoming a "front-line" state and what we ca…

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The 28 Grand Place Special 24:38

5M ago24:38

24:38

In today's mid-month bonus edition AJ interviews Bridget Bree who has lived in Belgium since 2017. Bridget is currently renting 28 Grand Place, the location used as the exterior of the Candide in the second and third series of Secret Army. Bridget and the '316 community' (https://www.316.be) are renting the building as a space for an art exhibition…

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Janne Taalas - Being the example 55:46

5M ago55:46

55:46

The team sits down with CEO of the Martti Ahtisaari Foundation Janne Taalas to discuss stubbornness, harnessing emotions, vomiting sessions, negotiating virtually, finding the balance, establishing a platform for growth, and much, much more. (00:00) Intro to Janne Taalas. Finns excel in international crisis and conflict management. (04:16) Stubborn…

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Ep. 55 - Crossover - What is going wrong - pt 1 1:09:25

6M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

It’s that wonderful time again, when two podcasts become one. Well, actually, when MGR gets connected with friends at The Three Links Oddcast it become two shows. Part one is here and part two is on their feed. In part one, Ainslie and Toby join the discussion about Lodge leadership and the responsibility we all have to be watch for sign of negativ…

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Episode 9: Too Near Home 1:17:09

6M ago1:17:09

1:17:09

There is trouble in Paris and Lisa is about to get in very deep water in nearby Senlis. But when her uncle Gaston finds himself interrogated by Kessler himself it is set to be a dark day for Lifeline. As they review Too Near Home, AJ and Andy discuss its writer, master of suspense and spy storytelling - Robert Barr, the reliably distinctive directi…

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Hannakaisa Länsisalmi - Enabling others to succeed 47:46

6M ago47:46

47:46

We discuss, accomplishing a complete organizational change, the value of diversity, productivity, finding a mentor, helping others succeed, how leadership relates to parenting, patience and ballet, the impact of AI and much, much more.By The FLT

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Anttu Forsberg - Killing the myth of the hero leader 51:01

6M ago51:01

51:01

In this episode with Anttu we discuss, the myth of the hero leader, emotional regulation, the historical imprint left on Finnish leaders, the old boys network, Metallica and much, much more. (00:00) Intro to Anttu Forsberg, leadership anthropoligist. Focus on observing leadership teams and emphasizing the need for emotional intelligence in Finnish …

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Episode 8: Guilt 1:07:17

6M ago1:07:17

1:07:17

This month AJ and Andy review one of their favourite episodes from the first series: Guilt. Naturally, they love the more active role it affords Angela Richards' Monique as she follows Curtis into France to determine if he is a double agent. Guilt is of course a continuation of the story begun in Lost Sheep, dealing with the aftermath of the betray…

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Asko Känsälä - Enabling others to be their best selves 49:36

7M ago49:36

49:36

Asko Känsälä discusses with the team the trap of leadership, finding the “clean line” of leadership, treating work like your hobby, the sins of leadership teams, meaningful change and much, much more. You can contact the show at: contact@the-flt.com Find us on LinkedIn here... Finnish Leadership Team – FLT podcast | LinkedIn ... and instagram: http…

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The FLT. Trailer. 1:21

7M ago1:21

1:21

A brief introduction to our new podcast The FLT. Why we think it's important and what we can hope to learn as we continue to explore Finnish leadership.By The FLT

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An interview with Christopher Guard (Flt. Lt. Peter Romsey) 36:24

7M ago36:24

36:24

We are just too good to you! In this, another special extra edition of Down the Line, AJ catches up with Christopher Guard who played Peter Romsey in Lost Sheep. Chris shares his memories of working on Secret Army and also reflects more broadly on his time working in television in the 70s. He also shares details of his entertaining autobiography: A…

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Episode 7: Lost Sheep 59:34

7M ago59:34

59:34

Its a new year and a new time slot! From now on we will be publishing new episodes on the first Saturday of every month. Today, AJ and Andy tackle Lost Sheep, the seventh episode of the first series, which features Christopher Guard as evader Peter Romsey - the Lost Sheep of the title - and Peter Barkworth as writer Hugh Neville. As well as celebra…

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Christmas Special 2023 59:17

8M ago59:17

59:17

In a special Christmas episode Andy takes up the editing reins for a change and guides Saint Nicholas's festive sleigh as he and AJ celebrate Secret Army and this podcast with a little help from Albert, Monique, Natalie. Max and a group of Belgian orphans. As well as reflecting on what they have learned through collaborating and creating together, …

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An interview with Angela Richards (Monique Duchamps) 1:05:57

8M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

This week AJ interviews Angela Richards who played Monique Duchamps in all three series of Secret Army. Rather than covering her time on Secret Army (as discussed in Andy's 2020 interview with her for his UK TV Drama Podcast - see link below) AJ covers brand new ground with the supremely talented actress and singer. Music: For All Our Yesterdays wr…

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Episode 6: Growing Up 1:03:43

9M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

This time AJ and Andy review Growing Up - the very first episode of Secret Army to go before the cameras back in April 1977. It tells the story of a young Belgian boy - Jean-Paul Dornes played by Max Harris - who discovers and assists a downed airman - Sgt Clfford Howson played by Norman Eshley - with tragic consequences. Once again the Lifeline re…

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Episode 5: Second Chance 1:06:52

9M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Today the Down the Line team review the episode that Andy always describes as the start of Secret Army proper: Second Chance. Although it introduces yet more new characters: Hans and Lena, the story has our Lifeline regulars more centre stage and we finally hear Monique sing. It's a tightly plotted piece with a weighty moral dilemma at its absorbin…

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Episode 4: Child’s Play 1:00:36

10M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

We've reached episode 4 of the first series and Arden Winch's Child's Play. While AJ has beef with Mr Winch, Andy struggles to believe this is directed by Viktors Ritelis. Although both agree that this is not the best episode of Secret Army, due to the sheer amount of exposition and the fact that it takes place down the line away from most of the L…

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Episode 3: Radishes with Butter 1:09:14

10M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

This week AJ and Andy tackle the third episode of Secret Army's first series: Radishes with Butter, written by John Brason and directed by Paul Annett. It chiefly deals with the Final Solution: the deportation of Jews from Brussels to death camps, via the story of one family - the Schliemanns - who Curtis wants Lifeline to help even though Lisa ins…

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Episode 2: Sergeant on the Run 1:10:03

10M ago1:10:03

1:10:03

This week AJ and Andy explore the filmic second episode of Secret Army: Sergeant on the Run. This leads them to consider the unique directorial style of Latvian-born Viktors Ritelis with his penchant for metaphor and stark European realism. They also discuss how this episode might have placed better later in the run due to its focus on a guest char…

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Ep. 54 - A Grand Chat 1:11:59

11M ago1:11:59

1:11:59

Oh my the Goat Riding got a little of track this episode. Tara and Billy were honored to be hosts to the venerable Vice Grand Andy Bernhart of Columbia Lodge #2. Brother Andy is no stranger to Modern Goat Rider as he is part of the behind the scenes production team for MGR, and additionally for many other Odd Fellows reasons. This episode's vision …

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An interview with Austin Ruddy (principal designer of Secret Army) 45:35

11M ago45:35

45:35

In this special bonus interview AJ speaks with Secret Army's principal designer Austin Ruddy who created all the key sets for the series including all the Candide interiors, the German offices at the Avenue Louise, and the Colbert family home. Ruddy describes how he became a TV production designer and his memories of working on Secret Army. If you …

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Episode 1: Lisa - Code Name Yvette 1:31:34

11M ago1:31:34

1:31:34

This week your hosts, AJ and Andy, talk a little more about the inception of the series, specifically the contribution of creator (uncredited) and producer Gerard (Gerry) Glaister) and script editor and writer John Brason, as well as reviewing the first episode: Lisa - Code Name Yvette, written by Willis Hall and directed by Kenneth Ives. Hall had …

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12 Story of the Diary 20:34

11M ago20:34

20:34

The ‘Blighty Thank God’ podcast and website could not have been produced without expert help from webman Geoff Paddock of GP Media and podcast producer Sam Pauly of SummitUp. Sam interviews me - Neil Chapman - about the podcast and web resources based on my late father’s diary for 1943 and how finding the 'lost' diary turned into a 6-year research …

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11 Chemical Bombing at Bari 18:36

11M ago18:36

18:36

After a relatively peaceful war, the Italian port of Bari suffered a terrible bombing raid in December, 1943 that led to a poison gas release killing many in mysterious circumstances that the Allies tried to cover up. My father’s diary describes the aftermath and the dangers of visiting the local 'vino shop' for a drink in the lead up to Christmas,…

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10 Secret Missions 15:08

11M ago15:08

15:08

The revelation, after he died, that my father was involved in secret missions to drop supplies to civilian resistance fighters during the war came as a surprise to our family. It took many decades to finally unravel the full story behind what he did, the risks he took and the full extent of 267 Squadron’s secret operations that played a role in thw…

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9 A Brief Encounter with VIPs 17:05

11M ago17:05

17:05

In Baghdad’s sweltering heat of the summer of 1943, my father helped run the city’s airport for the RAF - managing the arrival and departure of VIPs. Two he mentions were playwright/singer Noel Coward and Lord Louis Mountbatten. Not everything went smoothly with their visits. Guest interviewee, author and professor Sky Gilbert, talks about Noel Cow…

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8 Dodging Deadly Diseases 14:24

11M ago14:24

14:24

Few vaccines were available to protect Allied troops sent overseas during WW2. After West Africa, where he likely caught malaria, my father was posted to the Middle East where he encountered lice-borne typhus and then rabies, just two of a long list of deadly diseases in the region. Eminent virologist Professor Geoffrey Smith helped me understand w…

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7 Leo and the Gold Smugglers 15:08

11M ago15:08

15:08

A ‘gold racket’ my father casually mentions in his diary wasn’t the only surprise on the Takoradi Route, along which he was a ferry pilot moving planes between West and North Africa 1941-42. Leo the Lion was also a surprise awaiting first time visitors to the remote airfield of El Fasher in Sudan. My father also faced a court martial -as an escort …

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6 BOAC Crashes 13:45

11M ago13:45

13:45

My father mentioned a plane crash that killed 2 of his colleagues - the first of two fatal crashes within two weeks of each other that left 33 airmen dead. I discovered that the two Hudson planes that crashed at Khartoum, Sudan in June, 1943, were part of a new service operated by civilian airline British Overseas Air Corporation for the RAF. Were …

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5 When Jim 'Got His' 17:13

11M ago17:13

17:13

Flt Sgt Jimmy Eden was a friend of my father’s, killed outright doing the same job as him - ferrying fighter planes to the North African front. A nine-word entry in his diary on the anniversary of Jimmy’s death set me on a journey to discover what happened to him and to meet the daughter who never knew her father. Episode support materials. Diary e…

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4 The 'Grisly Bisley' 18:43

11M ago18:43

18:43

Researching 2 Bisley aircraft that my father helped recover after both force landed (Listen to ‘A New Goolie Chit’ episode), I discovered numerous other, similar incidents, some with fatal consequences. I also discovered how much pilots despised the aircraft, dubbing it the ‘Grisly Bisley’. Shockingly the plane’s failings were well known to senior …

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3 A New 'Goolie Chit' 15:18

11M ago15:18

15:18

My father and other RAF airmen were issued with a ‘Goolie Chit’ to help protect them against natives who might harm them if they crashed their plane. Armed with a new one, he was tasked with rescuing 2 downed Bisley aircraft, a notoriously dreadful aircraft (Listen to ‘The Grisly Bisley’ episode). Reaching them - one on a remote island, the other o…

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2 Piled into Hills at Wadi Halfa 17:10

11M ago17:10

17:10

Throughout 1943 my father had problems with his dentures, having lost his teeth in a plane crash in Sudan that happened within weeks of him being posted to West Africa in November-December, 1941 as a ferry pilot. Even though he was lucky to be alive, the RAF saw fit to give him an endorsement in his pilot’s log book despite flying his plane as he h…

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1 Death in Winter 17:13

11M ago17:13

17:13

January, 1943 my father had recently arrived at RAF Habbaniya, Iraq as a member of the Communications Flight based there. But settling in wasn’t easy. It’s here that he started his diary, which very quickly highlights death is ever present - on this occasion his Squadron Leader George Milnes (RNZAF) goes missing with some high profile passengers on…

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