Best Will Sorrell Podcasts (2024)

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Designing an Olympic city with Michael Stott 1:17:21

13h ago1:17:21

1:17:21

How much does your environment shape your life, and what can city-makers do to make our lives better? Michael Stott has spent over 25 years crafting narratives for cities around the world, considering how they can be made better for the people who inhabit them. As Head of Cities and Places, Masterplanning & Urban Design at DBI, one of Australia’s f…

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Designing organisational psychology with Prof. Frederik Anseel 1:11:19

12d ago1:11:19

1:11:19

In life and in business, how big a part does luck play in our success? And are our good ideas really good at all? Professor Frederik Anseel is the newly appointed Dean of the University of New South Wales’ Business School and an expert in what works, and what doesn’t, in business. He’s spent his career researching organisational psychology, leaders…

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Designing independent magazine culture with Jeremy Leslie 1:09:02

26d ago1:09:02

1:09:02

In the 80s, Stiff Records, the British independent Punk Rock and New Wave record label, had an open-door policy. You could walk in and pick up posters, stickers and pin badges most days of the week. Jeremy Leslie was one of the kids doing just that. He’d catch the bus over to Notting Hill from the London College of Design to visit the shop. Origina…

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Designing People Architecture with Domenic Alvaro 1:13:26

1M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

You could argue a lot of kids grow up with a love of drawing. This one knew he wanted to be an architect in high school. When his older brother brought home some Rotring pens, it all clicked. Domenic Alvaro is the Director and Global Design Leader at Woods Bagot, one of the world’s leading architecture firms. Drawing is a huge part of his professio…

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Designing design with Sir John and Lady Frances Sorrell 1:23:59

2M ago1:23:59

1:23:59

Having a knock-out creative career five decades long is one thing. Setting up a charity to inspire the same creativity in the next generations is another. But the iconic British design duo, who are also husband and wife - Sir John Sorrell CBE and Lady Frances Sorrell CBE - have done just that. Frances and John started their lives in design both age…

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Designing Dinosaur Designs 1:13:58

2M ago1:13:58

1:13:58

People are considered lucky when they find something they’re skilled at and love, then make it their vocation. Growing up with a parent they’ve inherited that skill and passion from helps, especially when they’re exceptionally talented. Both Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy have parents who helped them on their path to a life shaped by creativity. …

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The Fourth Grade CD Burning Mad Child, Andrew Montaño Joins the Show! 52:12

2M ago52:12

52:12

Andrew didn't know he was an entrepreneur early in life. He just saw opportunities to make money, so he took them. Andrew Montaño Joins the Show! Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Andrew MontañoBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Entrepreneurial Architect Chad Glenn Joins the Show! 1:06:30

3M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Who were the early entrepreneurs? These questions answered and more when Chad Glenn, owner of 3Ten Architecture, joins the show. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Chad GlennBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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The Legendary Eric Fisher Joins the Show! 1:10:02

3M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Eric Fisher, owner of Eric Fisher Salon's joins the show and gives some great advice on how to make it as an entrepreneur. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Eric Fisher SalonBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Designing The Local Project with Aidan Anderson 45:29

3M ago45:29

45:29

Being driven is one thing. But being driven by trauma is another. It’s a special kind of motivation, and when combined with a competitive nature and natural feel for what an audience wants, great things can be achieved. Aidan Anderson is the Founder and CEO of The Local Project — the fastest growing design platform in the Asia-Pacific region. The p…

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Derek Sorrells, owner of the Arcade, Just a Sip and Papa's General Store, Joins the Show! 1:08:23

3M ago1:08:23

1:08:23

Derek Sorrells is owner of the Arcade, Just a Sip, Papa's General Store and the new Flight 1868. He joins the show this week and talks about entrepreneurialship. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk The Arcade Just a Sip Papa's General Store Flight 1868By Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Designing with history and make-believe with Sibella Court 1:01:08

3M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

There’s an art to bringing history into modern creativity as more than a reference. Sibella Court is adept at it. The creative director, author and interior and product designer has made a career out of creating with her love of history at the forefront. When you learn she grew up with two incredibly creative parents — a builder father skilled in t…

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Entrepreneur for life! Bobbie Lane Joins the Show 1:09:18

3M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Bobbie Lane is Owner and Team Leader of Bobbie Lane Real Estate Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC. Our team is built on Trust, Communication and Passion while embodying a top-notch client experience for our buyers and sellers. The core of our business is referrals and repeat business because of the experience our clients receive. Follow: Lesley P…

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Dale Rotramel Joins the Show! 1:03:46

3M ago1:03:46

1:03:46

Dale Rotramel with MJB Heating and Cooling in Derby, KS joins the show. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk MJB Heating and CoolingBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Designing a sense of surplus with Viggo Haremst 1:05:07

4M ago1:05:07

1:05:07

For a small country with a small population, the Danes are incredibly well-known on the global stage as highly skilled when it comes to design. In Viggo Haremst’s case, he knew he wanted to be an architect, like his father, very early in life. But he credits his Swedish mother for his commitment to process and detail. As a Design Director and Partn…

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From the World of Inspections, Eric Maybee Joins the Show! 58:38

4M ago58:38

58:38

Eric Maybee joins the show and talks about growing up in Wichita and being a property inspector for 20 years. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Eric Maybee - Maybee Property InspectionBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Tyson Drummond with ZenRX Joins the Show 1:08:26

4M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Tyson Drummond is Head Nutritionist at ZenRx. Book a FREE 30min discovery call with him to get started! Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Tyson Drummond - ZenRXBy Chris Waipa and Lesley Perreault

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Designing wellbeing at work with Dr. Esther Sternberg 1:01:00

4M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

How much do the environments we inhabit impact our health and wellbeing? And does our emotional state impact our physical health? Dr. Esther Sternberg is internationally recognised for her discoveries in the science of the mind-body interaction in illness and healing, and the role of place in wellbeing. She is a pioneer and major force in collabora…

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Paul Drace, a Man of Many Talents, Joins the Show! 1:10:11

4M ago1:10:11

1:10:11

Paul Drace is into a lot of things. And he does them all so well! How does he do it? Listen and find out his secrets. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage PunkBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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The Glass Guru Founder Michael Gomm Joins the Show! 1:11:20

5M ago1:11:20

1:11:20

If you got broken glass, he'll save your ass! Michael Gomm, founder of The Glass Guru joins the show and talks about his journey as an entrepreneur and his love for SciFi. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk The Glass Guru of WichitaBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Designing with satire with Paul Davis 1:20:46

5M ago1:20:46

1:20:46

When we think of life on earth in the context of the universe, being human can seem absurd. That’s what British artist and illustrator Paul Davis thinks. When he was 17, growing up in Somerset in England, his father died suddenly. But he’d already taught him everything he needed to know about space, time and human existence. Davis’ sometimes contro…

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Founder and Owner of Una Vida Tequila, Bryce Lob Joins the Show 24:25

5M ago24:25

24:25

It takes discipline to be an entrepreneur. One thing Bryce Lob knows a lot about. Join hosts Chris Waipa and Lesley Perreault as they interview Bryce and how he started Una Vida Tequila and what the future holds. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Una Vida TequilaBy Chris Waipa and Lesley Perreault

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Founder of Advanced Physical Therapy, David Todd, Joins the Show 26:04

5M ago26:04

26:04

Join hosts Chris Waipa and Lesley Perreualt as they interview Wichita native and founder of Advanced Physical Therapy, David Todd. They discuss how David chose the path into physical therapy and his advice to the younger generation about what fields to go into when starting their careers. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk…

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Designing brand reputation with John Rushworth 54:44

5M ago54:44

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The craft of graphic design has changed dramatically since the 80s. Computers. The popularisation of branding. Over the past four plus decades John Rushworth, the design behemoth Pentagram’s longest serving partner, has seen it all. Despite these seismic shifts, he believes the thinking and innate human ability it takes to do truly impactful work h…

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From Coke Dealer to Entrepreneur, Jason Bell Joins the Show 33:00

5M ago33:00

33:00

Jason Bell, owner of Specs, Eyewear Junkie and Friendship Lamps, talks about his businesses and where he came from as a Coca-Cola beverage distributor. His entrepreneurial journey began with a duplex. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage PunkBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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A Man with Things to Conquer, Paul Gray Joins the Show 27:18

6M ago27:18

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This week Paul Gray of Paul Gray Homes joins the show. They talk of Entrepreneurship, Wichita, travel and conquering the world. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Paul Gray HomesBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Designing timeless books with Emilia Terragni 1:17:48

6M ago1:17:48

1:17:48

In the past decade, the debate about the role of books in our increasingly digital world has been a hot one. This devotee of the printed form is unequivocal. She believes content online has simply pushed publishers to make better books. Emilia Terragni is Associate Publisher at Phaidon Press, the world’s leading publisher of books on art, design an…

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Natalie Inbody, An Air Duct Cleaning Entrepreneur Joins the Show 23:57

6M ago23:57

23:57

Natalie Inbody, owner of Vortex Air Duct and Dryer Vent Cleaning joins the show this week. Follow: Lesley Perreault Chris the Mortgage Punk Natalie Inbody with VortexBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Entrepreneur Turns Martial Arts Dojo into a 6 Figure Salary 32:17

6M ago32:17

32:17

Lesley's husband, David Perreault is a successful Entrepreneur and an Air Force Veteran. Now he supports Lesley and works along side her in her real estate journey. David joins the show this week.By Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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From Lunch Lady to Fix It Chick, Andrea Hopping Joins the Show! 23:10

6M ago23:10

23:10

Andrea Hopping, owner of Fixitchick joins Chris and Lesley on the show this week. They discuss where she's been, how she's helped her entrepreneurial kids and what she's doing now. Follow the Fixitchick: https://www.facebook.com/andrea.hopping.90/By Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Young Entrepreneur Emma Schlittenhardt, M. Arch Joins the Show 27:22

6M ago27:22

27:22

Emma Schlittenhardt, M. Arch is a passionate interior designer, transforming the world one space at a time. She's the owner and Lead Designer of Hardt Studio Interior Design. Commercial and Residential Interior Designer. Proficient and capable of realistic architectural renderings and floor plans. "At Hardt Studio, we like to say that we aren’t jus…

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Chris Myers, President of Myers Automotive, joins the show this week! 22:50

7M ago22:50

22:50

Chris Myers, President of Myers Automotive, joins Chris and Lesley this week to talk about how business and Entrepreneurship. https://myersautoks.com/ Chris Waipa - The Mortgage Punk https://mortgagepunk.com/ Lesley Perreault https://www.facebook.com/lesley.hodgeperreault.3/By Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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The Wizard Behind the Curtain with Troy Trussell 26:10

7M ago26:10

26:10

Lesley invites her videographer Troy Trussell on the podcast. Troy is owner of the video production company Trussell Media that also produces the show and many other podcasts. He has been working with Lesley for 2 years now. He shares his experience of being in the creative industry and being a small business owner for 8 years. Contact Troy Trussel…

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Designing inspiring spatial experiences with Carlo Giannasca 1:03:41

7M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Which parts of our heritage and childhood form who we are and impact what we do in later life? If you spend your childhood wallpapering your bedroom walls with drawings of Europe’s great buildings, are you desisted for a career in built environments? Does being a self-confessed neat freak make you better at simplifying complex problems? In this cas…

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The Mastermind Behind the Hive with Andrea Hattan 20:48

7M ago20:48

20:48

Our special guest this week on the show is Andrea Hattan, Entrepreneur and Founder at The Hive Wichita. The Hive is a membership space that fosters authentic connection and business growth. As an expert community builder, Andrea uses her strategic approach to bring Wichita women together. She holds an MFA in creative writing - nonfiction, a BA in E…

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Forensic Scientist to Candle Making Entrepreneur with Tiffany Trejo 25:30

7M ago25:30

25:30

Our special guest this week is owner of Black Label Candle Company, Tiffany Trejo. With a master's degree is forensic science, she decided to begin making candles on the side to pay off debt. But, it has become a lucrative business for this young entrepreneur. Welcome to Prairieprenuer, the premier podcast showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit of W…

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Designing a better London with Peter Murray OBE 1:25:39

8M ago1:25:39

1:25:39

Buckminster Fuller and Cedric Price were mentors when Peter Murray OBE was studying architecture in the 1960s. Peter Cook and the Archigram Group were idols, “they were the Beatles of architecture at the time”. Not a bad selection of teachers for someone interested in the craft from the age of ten. Since then, Murray has had a huge impact on shapin…

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In the Mind of an Entrepreneur with Guest Jacob Wayman 27:47

8M ago27:47

27:47

Our special guest is Jacob Wayman, Orangetheory Fitness Franchisee Owner. Welcome to Prairieprenuer, the premier podcast showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit of Wichita, Kansas! Join us as we dive deep into the inspiring stories of local entrepreneurs who are making waves in the heartland of America. With each episode, we bring you insightful inte…

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The Prairie Pirates are taking over! Entrepreneur Robert Feeney joins the show 24:12

8M ago24:12

24:12

Robert Feeney joins hosts Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa and shares how he co-created Ringorang -- which is a habit-formation technology. It's a SaaS solution that fills the gap where learning ends and performance is expected. Learning disappears rapidly right after a learning event. Applying that learning so it becomes a habit is done less than …

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Designing a Good Weekend with Katrina Strickland 58:33

8M ago58:33

58:33

The media landscape has changed dramatically over the past decade. One person who has lived through the changes with her dream job intact is Katrina Strickland. The journalist and author is editor of one of Australia’s most widely-read magazines, Good Weekend, which appears in print and online every Saturday in The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age…

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Entrepreneurship is not for the weary! Guest Natalie Peters joins the show 35:08

8M ago35:08

35:08

Episode 1: Prairieprenuer Wichita - Guest Natalie Peters, owner of Vorshay’s Cocktail Lounge Welcome to Prairieprenuer - Wichita, the premier podcast showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit of Wichita, Kansas! Join us as we dive deep into the inspiring stories of local entrepreneurs who are making waves in the heartland of America. With each episode,…

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Breweries and Beer: Entrepreneur BJ Hunt Joins the Show 23:11

8M ago23:11

23:11

We interview BJ Hunt about his brewery business and of course we talk about beer. Chris and BJ go way back. Hear their history in the episode. Watch it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr7v58D-JF8By Chris Waipa and Lesley Perreault

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Local Entrepreneur Discusses Her 2 Businesses and How She Keeps Moving Forward 25:30

8M ago25:30

25:30

In this episode we interview Samantha Lucciarini, owner of Real Producers & Be Local in Wichita Kansas. Watch it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6KKXt3SKZEBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Mountain Dew, Fishnets and Only Fans, Oh My! Ben Henwood Joins the Podcast 22:41

8M ago22:41

22:41

In this episode, we interview Ben Henwood, owner of Designer’s Home Gallery located in Wichita, Kansas. We cover an assortment of topics and dive into how this entrepreneur solves problems in his business. Watch it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBsPHYpMVTk&t=3sBy Lesley Perreault and Chris Waipa

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Designing integrated architecture with Daniel Goldberg 57:50

9M ago57:50

57:50

Landing a job at the London architecture firm you idolise right out of college is a good sign for any young architect, particularly one from another country. Landing the Great Court at the British Museum as your first project is another. Any architect starting out with these two achievements under their belt would wonder, ‘Where to from here?’ Dani…

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Designing a decade in Afghanistan with Andrew Quilty 1:12:15

9M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

After inheriting a Nikon F3 camera from his photographer uncle in his teens, Andrew Quilty set about casually documenting life. Later, when he was studying photography in the day, and working in a bottle shop at night, a regular took an interest in his work. He turned out to be a photo editor at the Fairfax media company; this was a time when Austr…

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Designing ideas to life with Ant Donovan 1:10:10

10M ago1:10:10

1:10:10

Not many kids dream of designing a billboard one day. It was at age 11, when he picked up his first commission from the printer (business cards for his equally entrepreneurial teenage brother), that he realised he was hooked on design. Soon after, a school careers night opened his eyes to commercial art, and his future was set. Some would call it a…

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Designing a career in the arts with Kym Elphinstone 47:24

11M ago47:24

47:24

The Australian art scene has dramatically evolved over the past decade. A place that was once seen as belonging to wealthy collectors has opened up to absolutely anyone who is interested and inspired. ‘Front page news’, once dedicated to sport, has recognised the important place of art in our everyday lives. Kym Elphinstone is the Founder and CEO o…

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Designing diversity in Architecture with Paul Monaghan 1:08:28

11M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

Architects are often drawn to designing buildings that are iconic because they’re incredibly sculptural or different. But it’s designing what he calls ‘Everyday Buildings’, and making them better, that makes this one tick. His firm believes it’s these background buildings that often make cities special. Paul Monaghan, who co-founded the incredibly …

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Designing healthy buildings with Jeff Provan 1:00:25

12M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Warehouse living gained popularity in the 60s and 70s in major urban centres, particularly New York. Industrial buildings were empty, and artists loved their affordability and vast open layouts. But it wasn’t until the 80s that Australia caught on. Jeff Provan co-founded Neometro, Melbourne’s long-standing design-focused and socially led developmen…

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