Best IMD Podcasts (2024)

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Sherlock 48:32

12d ago48:32

48:32

Let's kick off the new season with a trip to 221B Baker Street to join John and Sherlock on their mysterious adventures. Will the IMDB voters prove their case for the top episode, or will Abby and Katie discover some new leads? The game is on! Did we get it right or wrong? Drop us an email at mustseeIMDB@gmail.com and tell us all about it.…

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Top TV with Rolling Stone 25:57

1M ago25:57

25:57

In this pre-season episode, Katie and Abby delve into the recent Rolling Stone article that attempts to rank the top 100 TV episodes... Of All Time. We grapple with our thoughts on their picks and generate some inspo for future episodes of TV shows we simply must tackle ourselves. Check out the article here: https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/t…

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ACE Founders, with Ian Charles Stewart and François Randin 1:09:33

1M ago1:09:33

1:09:33

Join this IMD Founder Series talk with François Randin, a trailblazer in electric mobility, as he shares his experience as a pioneer in the EV marketplace. Randin was an early believer in the demand for Electric Vehicles and decided his entry point was charging stations, in 2009. Was that too early? How did he make it to two successful exits in 202…

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Driving transformation by creating disequilibrium, with Hamilton Mann 37:08

3M ago37:08

37:08

Hamilton Mann, a top executive at European defense group Thales tells Michael Wade why creating objectives that take people out of their comfort zones is vital to driving collaboration and transformation at scale. ***** Read our magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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Jane Eyre 52:05

4M ago52:05

52:05

This summer we are relaxing from tradition by holding a summer book club, no reading required, just watch all the adaptations of the classic Jane Eyre! It's a showdown to see which film, mini-series, or even recorded live-theater production holds the crown. Then we'll discuss which ones have perhaps not gotten the love they deserve, much like Jane …

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The Interview: David Bach speaks to Jason Price of NXTHVN 30:08

4M ago30:08

30:08

Jason Price, Founder and Chairman of the Board at NXTHVN, tells David Bach about the national arts model he has inaugurated which empowers artists, curators, and the community through education and access to a vibrant ecosystem. ***** Read our magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.…

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The Interview: Michael Wade speaks to Joseph Bradley 26:41

4M ago26:41

26:41

The boundary between the physical and digital worlds is dissolving, says Joseph Bradley, CEO of TONOMUS, a world-leading technology enterprise powering the world’s first ecosystem of cognitive technologies at NEOM in Saudi Arabia. Harnessing the power of data, while addressing the risks, will be key to an enhanced integrated future. ***** Read our …

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The Interview: The G7 gangs up on China 13:24

5M ago13:24

13:24

Long treated as a photo opportunity for the leaders of Western democracies, the G7 has had a new lease of life ever since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. With so many G20 members at each other’s throats, the G7 has proved to be a useful vehicle to align against military aggression and the economic threats to Western business and technological prim…

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GLOW 41:08

5M ago41:08

41:08

It's the moment you've all been waiting for...It's GLOW: The Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling! Abby and Katie wrestle amongst themselves to crown the very best episode of this incredible series. And there can be only one winner... DING DING- Let the showdown commence! More Glow Gems: Real vs Show Personas List Variety Article with Kia Stevens Original …

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Road to Avonlea 42:56

6M ago42:56

42:56

Abby and Katie head up the Road to Avonlea, to see if this 90s family show classic holds up under today's lens. Will Felicity and Gus leap the ridiculous hurdles thrown in their path to the altar? Will LM Montgomery's characters hold true to the page, or take on a life of their own? And which episode will wax most poetic of them all?! Abby just had…

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The Interview: Chris Tung, President of Strategic Development at Alibaba Group 34:24

7M ago34:24

34:24

Chris Tung is President of Strategic Development at Alibaba Group, a Chinese multinational specializing in e-commerce, retail, and technology. He tells IMD's Amit Joshi how the company is integrating AI to optimize... -- Read our magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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The Interview: Morra Aarons-Mele 38:30

7M ago38:30

38:30

Morra Aarons-Mele, author and host of the Anxious Achiever podcast, discusses the strategies to help turn anxiety into a leadership superpower. -- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries 44:46

8M ago44:46

44:46

We're headed to Melbourne, Australia on the heels of the illustrious, and not always honorable, Miss Phryne Fisher! Buckle up, 'cause it's going to be a bumpy and fabulous ride. Abby and Katie will be on the case to suss out clues, and figure out which episode really murdered the top spot on IMDB. Check out Phryne's Fabulous Frocks for the AMAZING …

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Derry Girls 43:19

8M ago43:19

43:19

Happy Days- We're headed to Derry in Northern Ireland! Gather 'round waines, as we discuss the top-rated IMDB episode of this class series, AND the other cracker episodes that deserve a boost up the list! The song Katie just had to tell us about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7D6JkR_9Zs&list=OLAK5uy_lKansximeYJZwv6sSO--DO3w6t_pYIGGA&index=8 The …

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Turning failure into success, with Zhike Lei 18:13

8M ago18:13

18:13

Zhike Lei is Professor of Leadership and Organizational Behavior at IMD. She is an award-winning organizational scholar and an expert on psychological safety, team dynamics, organizational learning, error management, and patient safety. Lei studies how organizations, teams, and employees adapt and learn in complex, time-pressured, consequence-laden…

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Adapting, Innovating and Learning from Failure, with Zhike Lei 21:44

9M ago21:44

21:44

When disaster strikes, or when goals are simply missed, blame often lands on the bosses. From CEOs to team leaders the buck has to stop somewhere, and when it does, action needs to be taken. But how should leaders approach failure? Zhike Lei says leaders in both civil society and corporations tend to try and tackle problems alone. But this is not t…

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New Girl 33:23

9M ago33:23

33:23

Who's that Girl? It's Katie! Who's that Girl? It's Abby! Actually, Who's that Girl?! It's Jess! We'll be discussing New Girl this week including these Hot Topics: *Female friendships in comedy *Which GOAT in music history can help romantic relationships AND teacher strikes *Etiquette regarding roommates' panties Prince as a Kid News Story: https://…

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How to manage emotions when facing defeat, with Zhike Lei 23:10

9M ago23:10

23:10

Experimentation can bring many benefits in the workplace. New products, cost-saving efficiencies, and profits are often the result of new and progressive ways of thinking. But having the confidence to try new methods comes with risks. Often we must fail on our way to success, and that failure can give rise to fear. Many fear admitting mistakes, say…

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Understanding failure, with Zhike Lei 17:49

10M ago17:49

17:49

World-beating organizations are always striving for success, but sometimes even the most dedicated teams fall short. Companies miss their sales goals, lose out on funding rounds, and have PR disasters. Failure, in short, is a natural part of life, and how firms cope with it is of vital importance. Zhike Lei says this may seem obvious, but in practi…

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The Brady Bunch 48:29

11M ago48:29

48:29

"Here's the story, of two lovely sisters. Who are serving up some very Brady thoughts, all of them had many musings- with much merit. Though they may say 'like' a lot." That's right folks we are covering The Brady Bunch in this episode and it's much more than a hunch, that this episode will somehow be a hit! I Just Had To Tell You: Alex Newell Sing…

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Introducing... Capital Conversations: Insights into the world of venture capital 2:40

11M ago2:40

2:40

Capital Conversations: Insights into the world of venture capital is the latest series podcast from IMD and its Venture Asset Management Initiative. Exploring the dynamic realm of venture capital, where innovation meets investment and ideas transform into thriving enterprises. Spotify | Apple | Google Podcasts To subscribe click on the links above,…

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The Interview: Repsol Foundation Chair António Calçada 49:04

11M ago49:04

49:04

Sophie Bacq speaks to António Calçada, Executive Managing Director of the Repsol Foundation, on how the model of corporate philanthropy is shifting from charitable giving towards investing in entrepreneurial ventures that can create positive social and environmental impact. -- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership program…

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The Afterparty 36:54

11M ago36:54

36:54

Abby and Katie, with special guest Marilla, decide whodunnit?! And by that we mean who leads the very best episode of The Afterparty? Step into your favorite film genre and join us for the discussion. You can find the Google Slides of Old Hollywood inspiration for the episode Isabel here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10R6DllPjN4KbJ0aJ69kr…

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Catastrophe 41:41

12M ago41:41

41:41

Abby and Katie discuss the fantastic British Series, Catastrophe. Please note that this episode contains explicit material and strong language, both of which this series served up in spades to honestly portray marriage whilst raising young kids. Which episode will be the favorite child this week? Let's get to it. Rob Delaney’s CBeeBies Bed time sto…

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The Interview: Environmental philanthropist Alexa Firmenich 11:59

1y ago11:59

11:59

Alexa Firmenich is one of a new wave of philanthropists seeking to transform the way societies operate through purpose-led, professional interventions. In this interview, Peter Vogel explores how philanthropy has shifted from traditional charitable giving to a bolder vision. ------------- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leader…

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Nobel Peace Prize laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk 27:41

1y ago27:41

27:41

For too long, citizens of countries blessed with stable institutions have taken democracy and freedom for granted, the Head of the Center for Civil Liberties tells Professor Niccolò Pisani. -- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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The West Wing 54:36

1y ago54:36

54:36

Katie and Abby decided this momentous show deserved not one, but two amazing guest hosts! Kevin and Chris join us to discuss fictional Washington DC back in its heyday. What episode will win this nail-biter of an election? And who would you want as your VP, or perhaps more importantly, your Chief of Staff? Did we get it right or wrong? Drop us an e…

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The Interview: Jay Mehta owner of the Mehta Group 21:29

1y ago21:29

21:29

Jay Mehta, owner of the Metha Group, sits down with Misiek Piskorski Dean of IMD Asia and Oceania. -- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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The Interview: Entrepreneur and mountain guide Marion Chaygneaud-Dupuy 33:20

1y ago33:20

33:20

French entrepreneur and mountain guide Marion Chaygneaud-Dupuy explains to Professor of Sustainable Innovation and Business Transformation Julia Binder how she made a profitable business model – climbing Mount Everest – more sustainable. ------- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.…

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The Interview: Olympian Rebecca Wardell 40:51

1y ago40:51

40:51

Olympian Rebecca Wardell tells Heather Cairns-Lee how a 20,000 km bike ride from Lausanne to New Zealand taught her the importance of managing her mindset, resilience, teamwork, and the kindness of strangers. ------- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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The Interview: Mate Rimac CEO of Rimac Automobili 29:36

1y ago29:36

29:36

Inspired by electrical engineer and inventor Nikola Tesla, Mate Rimac, CEO of the electric supercar company Rimac Automobili, is helping to drive a revolution in the automotive sector. He sits down for an interview with IMD's Didier Bonnet. ------- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.…

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The Interview: Judith Wiese, Chief People & Sustainability Officer at Siemens 22:03

1y ago22:03

22:03

IMD's Julia Binder how Judith Wiese, Chief People & Sustainability Officer at Siemens, effectively combines two roles at the German technology and industrial group. ------- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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TV Superlatives at Summer's End 45:51

1y ago45:51

45:51

Who is your favorite set of TV siblings? Which character should get their own reality TV show? What TV death will haunt you forever? Abby and Katie debate these hot topics and many more. As we come to summer's end sit back with us, take one last sip of lemonade, and let's hash out the best and worst of TV superlatives. Note: A heads up that the lan…

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What will workplace wellbeing look like in the future? With Alysson Meister 19:39

1y ago19:39

19:39

During the last three episodes of ManagementCast, Alyson Meister has outlined some of the most pertinent topics in mental well-being today, including how to develop a positive stress mindset, what to do when designing a workplace, and why solving the recovery paradox is so important. This week, Meister is looking forward. Her research in the coming…

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How to build a better workplace, with Alyson Meister 19:01

1y ago19:01

19:01

Full-time employees will spend an estimated 90,000 hours working, or around one-third of their adult life. It is no surprise, then, that workplace stress shapes our mental well-being, but just how much of a toll is it taking? The answer, it seems, is a lot. The latest Gallup polls show that nearly half of employees feel high levels of stress at wor…

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The recovery paradox and why more work doesn't mean better results, with Alyson Meister 18:18

1+ y ago18:18

18:18

You would never want your pilot, your surgeon, or your favorite athlete to go to work depleted and exhausted, so why do we expect this in the office? Somehow the business world has been won over by the assumption that you can just keep pushing; that you can drink a Red Bull and push harder or pull an all-nighter and stay at the office 24/7. For dec…

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How to build a positive "stress mindset", with Alyson Meister 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

22:11

Stress is something most of us dread. Even the word itself can conjure up negative emotions, and evoke memories of long sleepless nights. But what if stress itself was something different? What if we could turn stress into a positive force? What if we could change our stress mindset? That, says Professor Alyson Meister, is the key to unlocking a ha…

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How true leaders can build inclusive workplaces, with Misiek Piskorski 17:54

1+ y ago17:54

17:54

As long as the locus of power in an organization lies outside of the LGBTQ+ community, allyship will play a central part in creating inclusive workplaces. But in 2023, says IMD professor Misiek Piskorski, it's no longer enough to be a positive role model. True leadership, is about creating allies around you. He argues that the privileged few need t…

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Parks and Recreation 37:52

1+ y ago37:52

37:52

Treat Yo Self to our episode on Parks and Rec! Will a swing repair win the top episode spot, or will another adventure from the Pawnee Parks team take the crown? Anything is possible, because as Leslie Knope says, "There's nothing we can't do if we work hard, never sleep, and shirk all other responsibilities in our lives." So let's get to it... Did…

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Why does allyship matter? with Professor Robert Hooijberg 22:52

1+ y ago22:52

22:52

In 1992, Professor Robert Hooijberg caught a glimpse of what it means to be anything other than a white heterosexual male in the workplace. Since then, he has taught diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) programs across the globe. Hooijberg, too, has a special insight into the importance of allyship. He does not identify as a member of the LGBTQ+…

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Alexander Fleischmann on the evolution of LGBTQ+ research 18:58

1+ y ago18:58

18:58

ManagementCast is back for its second season, and to kick off the series IMD is proud to present the first of several special episodes to celebrate Pride Month. The first is with Alexander Fleischmann, a research affiliate at IMD who has been writing about LGBTQ+ issues for more than 15 years. In that time, he has witnessed radical changes in how L…

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Ep 39: Live Episode - Liz Peters/Kill Billy Elliott 26:48

1+ y ago26:48

26:48

This episode was recorded live at the Brighton Fringe in May 2022, with piano accompaniment from Sarah Weiler. Episode 39: Live Episode - Liz Peters/Kill Billy Elliott IMDp is an improvised interview podcast. Every week Martina Minnow interviews a director about their upcoming film, except the film doesn’t exist and they create it together through …

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Lark Rise to Candleford 44:32

1+ y ago44:32

44:32

It's back across the pond this week to take a leisurely (8 mile!) walk down memory lane, from Lark Rise to Candleford. Which town has the best way of life? Which characters offer the best nuggets of wisdom, and IS is wise to build a still in your living room? We'll discuss it all and decide which episode deserves the crown of best in the series. Di…

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Ep 38: Live Episode - Chris Rosser/Wild Wild West Side Story 33:48

1+ y ago33:48

33:48

Episode 38: Chris Rosser/Wild Wild West Side Story IMDp is an improvised interview podcast. Every week Martina Minnow interviews a director about their upcoming film, except the film doesn’t exist and they create it together through their conversation. Also joining Martina each week are our resident improvisers who create cutaway scenes and clips f…

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Ep 37: Jodyanne Fletcher Richardson/Batman and Robin Hood 39:15

1+ y ago39:15

39:15

Episode 37: Jodyanne Fletcher Richardson/Batman and Robin Hood IMDp is an improvised interview podcast. Every week Martina Minnow interviews a director about their upcoming film, except the film doesn’t exist and they create it together through their conversation. Also joining Martina each week are our resident improvisers who create cutaway scenes…

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Facts of Life 42:37

1+ y ago42:37

42:37

You take the good, you take the bad, you take them both and there you have- The Facts of Life! After all these years, is there more good or bad in a rewatch of this classic sitcom? Katie presents the IMDB #1 rated episode along with a pick of her own- so which episode is the best? Hopefully we'll get it right, as we're learning the facts of life. P…

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The Interview, with Rio Tinto's Isabelle Deschamps 28:07

1+ y ago28:07

28:07

Globally, firms are coming under increasing pressure to weigh profit-making against their social and environmental responsibilities. The trend, which breaks with a long tradition of shareholder primacy, requires business leaders to understand the needs, interests, and expectations of a diverse array of stakeholders. At Rio Tinto, no one has a great…

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Ep 36: Live Episode - Rory Vieyra/Star Shrek 32:25

1+ y ago32:25

32:25

This episode was recorded semi-live with piano accompaniment from Sarah Weiler. The team were in the same room together preparing for their 2022 run at the Brighton Fringe. Episode 36: Live Episode - Rory Vieyra/Star Shrek IMDp is an improvised interview podcast. Every week Martina Minnow interviews a director about their upcoming film, except the …

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Ep 35: Live Episode - Maisie Tanner/Lilo & Hitch 31:36

1+ y ago31:36

31:36

This episode was recorded semi-live with piano accompaniment from Sarah Weiler. The team were in the same room together preparing for their 2022 run at the Brighton Fringe. At the time of record our guest director was only 10 years old. Episode 35: Live Episode - Maisie Tanner/Lilo & Hitch IMDp is an improvised interview podcast. Every week Martina…

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ACE Founders, with Ian Charles Stewart and Luckabox founder Aike Festini 50:13

1+ y ago50:13

50:13

90% of startups fail. For all sorts of different reasons. And few people want to talk about it. But WiReD Magazine co-Founder and IMD Executive in Residence Ian Charles Stewart and Aike Festini, Founder and CEO of logistics startup Luckabox AG, are more than happy to. In our latest IMD ACE Founders Series podcast interview Stewart and Festini discu…

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