Best AMSC Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 69 - Followership in Leadership 33:31

20h ago33:31

33:31

Leader Up host Mr. David Howey and AMSC’s Mr. Gary Hisle discuss an underreported topic—Followership. Gary brings his extensive experience from his 30-year active-duty career in the Army, where he served in various leadership and followership roles along with his decade of teaching leadership development. Together, they unpack the layers of followe…

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Episode 68 - Leadership Perspectives with Mr. Paul Landauer 50:07

25d ago50:07

50:07

AMSC’s Mr. David Howey hosts a virtual meeting with special guest Paul Landauer, the J8 Resources and Assessments directorate for U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM). Mr. Landauer shares his perspectives on various topics, including his background and career journey, AFRICOM’s responsibilities and challenges, and its extensive geographic scope. During th…

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Episode 67 - Crucial Conversation 37:53

1M ago37:53

37:53

Leader Up host Mr. David Howey and AMSC’s Dr. Mike Edwards discuss the significance of crucial conversations in leadership and its ability to enhance relationships and outcomes across different settings. Dr. Mike Edwards shares his background and expertise in crucial conversations, underscoring the necessity of understanding one’s motives and prepa…

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Episode 66 - Army Design Methodology and Decision Making 35:32

2M ago35:32

35:32

Leader Up host Mr. David Howey and AMSC’s Mr. Gary Hisle discuss Army Design Methodology and how Army Civilian Professionals can utilize it. The conversation covers how the methodology is a conceptual planning tool used to help resolve ill-structured or ambiguous problems by first defining the nature of the problem through problem framing, rather t…

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Episode 65 - Leadership Perspectives, the Ivy Methodology, and more with MG David Doyle 34:47

5M ago34:47

34:47

Major General David Doyle, Commanding General, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, joins Leader Up for a second time to discuss a variety of leadership and leader development topics. Talking points include the critical role of Army Civilians and the importance of their professional education, the Ivy leadership methodology used within the 4th In…

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Episode 64 - Critical and Creative Thinking 41:06

6M ago41:06

41:06

AMSC's Mr. David Howey and Dr. Robert Arp discuss critical thinking and creative thinking and highlight their importance in decision-making and problem-solving. Talking points include examples of fallacies and the importance of considering alternative perspectives, the importance of teaching critical thinking from a young age, the relevance of crit…

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Episode 63 - Lamps Out Time, The One Thing, and more with LTG Milford H. Beagle, Jr. 1:12:57

8M ago1:12:57

1:12:57

In this episode we meet with Lieutenant General Milford "Beags" Beagle, Jr. to discuss a variety of topics to include fostering healthy work-life balance (Lamps Out Time), managing priorities (The One Thing), reflecting on key moments in his career, sharing leadership lessons learned, and more. Lt. Gen. Beagle is the Commanding General of the U.S. …

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Episode 62 - Conflict 40:46

8M ago40:46

40:46

In this episode we meet with Mr. Dennis Branson to discuss the topic of conflict and how it is incorporated in the Civilian Education System (CES) Advanced Course. Talking points include the ecosystem/culture we are in, conflict vs opposition, leading in conflict, instruments/tools used in the Advanced Course, the importance of reflective journalin…

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Episode 61 - Leader Presence 35:36

11M ago35:36

35:36

In this episode we meet with three members of the Center for Army Leadership (Janetta Harris, Mounir Bouchareb, and Bernard F. Harris Jr.) to talk about an article they co-authored titled "Leader Presence and Its Impact on Organizational Climate." We start off by identifying what leader presence is (and why it matters) and the four attributes of pr…

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Episode 60 - Women, Peace, and Security 26:42

11M ago26:42

26:42

We meet Dr. LisaRe Babin, a Research Psychologist at Army University where she will talk about Women, Peace, and Security (WPS), her work as a Department of Defense Gender Advisor, and how gender considerations can be included in your daily work as an Army civilian as the Army implements the three WPS Defense Objectives. For questions, suggestions,…

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Episode 59 - Leadership Perspectives with Ms. Lisa Bennett 40:15

12M ago40:15

40:15

We meet with Ms. Lisa Bennett, Senior Intelligence Advisor at TRADOC DCS G-2, to discuss a variety of leadership and leader development topics to include her current position and responsibilities, her military and civilian leadership experiences, the importance of professional development for Army Civilians, career advice, lessons learned, and more…

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Episode 58 - Leaders of Character, with Col. (Ret.) Dwayne Wagner 1:07:46

1y ago1:07:46

1:07:46

We meet with Col. Dwayne Wagner, U.S. Army, Retired, to discuss his Military Review article titled “We Have Come a Long Ways... We Have a Ways to Go” and his personal journey as an African American Army officer and Army civilian. Col. (Ret.) Wagner's article is available at: https://www.armyupress.army.mil/journals/military-review/online-exclusive/…

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Episode 57 - AMSC’s New Director, Mr. Frank Wenzel 37:59

1y ago37:59

37:59

We meet with Mr. Frank Wenzel, newly selected Director of the Army Management Staff College (AMSC), to discuss his background in the Army and as an Army Civilian, his leadership philosophy, the changing role of Army Civilians, his vision for AMSC and the Civilian Education System (CES), course delivery modes, equivalency and constructive credit, an…

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Episode 56 - Leadership Perspectives and Army Resilience, with Dr. James A. Helis 35:15

1y ago35:15

35:15

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with James A. Helis, Ph.D., Director, Army Resilience Directorate (ARD)*, to discuss the ARD mission, programs, and resources; the importance of resilience and building a positive climate and culture; Army Civilians; and other leadership and leader development topics to include delegation, feedback, lessons learned, and…

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Episode 55 - Leadership as a Relationship, with CSM Shawn Carns 51:38

1+ y ago51:38

51:38

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Command Sgt. Maj. Shawn Carns, I Corps command sergeant major at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, to discuss his motivation to join the Army, his career progression, and other topics to include building and cultivating relationships, delegation, the role of Army Civilians, and more. Learn more about I Corps at: https:…

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Episode 54 - Leadership Perspectives, with Mr. David Paschal 34:40

1+ y ago34:40

34:40

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Mr. David Paschal, Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), to hear his perspectives on a variety of topics to include Mr. Paschal's career progression, current priorities and responsibilities, the importance of professional development and leader education, the fu…

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Episode 53 - Good Leaders Ask Better Questions 47:33

1+ y ago47:33

47:33

AMSC's Mr. David Howey and MAJ Ryan Cornell-d’Echert discuss the importance of asking better questions and the consequences of not doing so. Talking points include Army culture, subordinate expectations, briefings, critical thinking, ways to improve questioning technique, and more. MAJ Cornell-d’Echert is an instructor in the Department of Enterpri…

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Episode 52 - Leadership Perspectives and the Value of Army Civilians, with CSM Jason C. Porras 48:13

1+ y ago48:13

48:13

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with CSM Jason C. Porras, Command Sergeant Major of Army University, to discuss a variety of topics such as CSM Porras' career progression and experiences working with Army Civilians, leadership skills/advice, Army Civilian education and development, and an NCO Journal column he authored in September 2022 titled "Things…

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Episode 51 - The Need for Digital Transformation in the U.S. Army, with Dr. Raj Iyer 34:38

1+ y ago34:38

34:38

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Dr. Raj Iyer, Former U.S. Army Chief Information Officer*, to discuss the Army’s Digital Transformation Strategy, to include how digital transformation supports Multi-Domain Operations and the move to a more data-centric Army. Dr. Iyer has served as a member of the Senior Executive Service since November 2020. *Dr.…

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Episode 50 - Leadership Perspectives, with Ms. Diane M. Randon 35:00

1+ y ago35:00

35:00

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Ms. Diane M. Randon, Principal Deputy to the Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence (G-2), Department of the Army, to hear her perspectives on leadership, coaching, career progression, and other topics relevant to Army Civilian Professionals. Ms. Randon has served as a member of the Senior Executive Service since 2…

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Episode 49 - Team Building 47:47

2y ago47:47

47:47

AMSC's Mr. David Howey and Mr. Chuck Hyde discuss the important topic of team building. Talking points include the leader's role in team building, Army doctrine and mission command principles, the Civilian Education System (CES) Basic Course, challenges and conflict, team building models, return on investment, self-awareness instruments, and more. …

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Episode 48 - Practical Tips for CES Course Registration 41:10

2y ago41:10

41:10

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Ms. Carrie Criqui (AMSC Registrar) and Mr. Jimmy James (AMSC Assistant Registrar), to discuss the registration process for Civilian Education System (CES) courses. Talking points include application procedures and common questions pertaining to policy, quota management, waitlist procedures, funding, equivalency and…

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Episode 47 - Self-Awareness and Leadership 46:16

2y ago46:16

46:16

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with AMSC instructors Mr. Larry LaRoe and MAJ Ryan Cornell-d’Echert to discuss self-awareness and its importance within the Civilian Education System (CES) Intermediate Course and Advanced Course. Talking points include the definition of self-awareness, course activities and instruments that focus on self-awareness, and…

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Episode 46 - The Civilian Education System and Total Army Readiness 39:45

2y ago39:45

39:45

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Dr. David Culkin, AMSC Director of Innovation and Strategy, to discuss the importance of Army Civilians in overall Army readiness, efforts in place to address a shortfall of supervisors attending their grade-specific Civilian Education System courses, and ways in which senior leaders and other stakeholders can prio…

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Episode 45 - Advanced Course: Enterprise-level Leader Development 38:27

2y ago38:27

38:27

AMSC's Mr. David Howey and Mr. Lyle Adams discuss various aspects of the Civilian Education System (CES) Advanced Course to include student goals, course themes, learning activities, and more. Whether you're a prospective student, a graduate of the course, or a supervisor of eligible employee, this conversation has something for you. The Advanced C…

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Episode 44 - Future of Work, with Mr. Mark F. Averill 30:16

2y ago30:16

30:16

AMSC's Mr. David Howey continues his discussion with Mr. Mark F. Averill, Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army and member of the Senior Executive Service, to discuss the OPM’s Future of Work concept and how it applies to the Army workforce. Talking points include benefits and lessons learned from increased telework and remote work;…

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Episode 43 - Safer Federal Workforce, with Mr. Mark F. Averill 29:21

2y ago29:21

29:21

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Mr. Mark F. Averill, Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army member of the Senior Executive Service to discuss the latest Safer Federal Workforce Task Force COVID-19 guidance's it pertains to the Department of Defense and Army Civilian Professionals. Talking points include updates to the Health Protec…

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Bomber Bradbury – This Week in Politics 27:44

2y ago27:44

27:44

Weekly Commentary with Political HITMAN Martyn Bomber Bradbury, hosted by one of your favourite, seasoned broadcasters, Thane Kirby. To WATCH the live show: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkbacknz YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCwW5neVbnR4mqQp-V3ln0Sg D-Live: https://dlive.tv/Talkback Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThaneKirby https://twi…

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Episode 42 Leadership Perspectives, with Ms. Sally Pfenning 44:51

2y ago44:51

44:51

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Ms. Sally Pfenning, Director of Resources Integration for the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-9, to hear her perspectives on leadership, career progression, and other topics relevant to Army Civilian Professionals. Ms. Pfenning has served as a member of the Senior Executive Service since September 2018. Learn more about t…

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Episode 41 - Army Civilians and the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS) 38:34

2+ y ago38:34

38:34

The Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS) is back! For the first time since 2019, the annual government-wide employee engagement survey will be conducted in full during its traditional window -- and this year, more Army Civilians are eligible than ever before. In this episode of Leader Up, AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Ms. Maria Ciepiela, Of…

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Date Night with Matt 'Starboy' Bowden 1:21:25

2+ y ago1:21:25

1:21:25

On this edition of Talkback, our special guest whom we adore & adore very much; Matt Bowden joined Benny Mack & Selenya for another beautiful episode covering health and wellness, current news topics, love, loss, adjusting in life and business, and thriving in challenging times, regardless of the climate, society can inflict on us. Plus, updates fr…

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Bomber Bradbury – This Week in Politics 27:09

2+ y ago27:09

27:09

Political Hitman (predominantly for the Left!) – Bomber Bradbury provides in-depth local & global Politics commentary every Wednesday night, on Talkback from 9pm. Always a stonker of a show - not to be missed. Hosted by Thane Kirby.By Thane Kirby

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Bomber Bradbury – This Week in Politics 44:49

2+ y ago44:49

44:49

In this episode hosted by Thane Kirby, Bomber describes seriously Covid-impacted times, predicting not a recession, but a mass global depression: The First Wave: Physical Health The Second Wave: Economical Struggle The Third Wave: the Psychological Trauma of it all 60% of NZ homeowners are re-mortgaging, there are rising mortgage rates but will hou…

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Brooke West: MC & Comedian 53:35

2+ y ago53:35

53:35

On this SHow: Brooke West - MC & Comedian on processing trauma through comedy and bringing light, awareness and humour to certain situations plus much more! Michelle Henderson - Host Selenya - Producer Subscribe to the audio in the app of your choice: https://talkback.nz/listen Support this Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkbacknz https://talk…

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Tom Sainsbury: Comedian & Snapchat Dude 32:00

2+ y ago32:00

32:00

· Tom Sainsbury - Comedian, Actor & Writer: Creative Process & Career · Benny Mack – Host · Selenya – Producer · Special Thanks – Auckland Actors Tom Sainsbury came into prominence in 2017 by using Snapchat and short video content to satirise New Zealand politicians. He has since expanded to parodying New Zealanders of all walks of life on his Face…

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Anna Ellis - Anti Domestic/Narcissistic Violence Abuse Advocate 46:34

2+ y ago46:34

46:34

• Anna Ellis - Anti Domestic/Narcissistic Violence Abuse Advocate • Michelle Henderson – Host • Selina - Producer To WATCH the show weeknights: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkbacknz YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCwW5neVbnR4mqQp-V3ln0Sg D-Live: https://dlive.tv/Talkback Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThaneKirby https://twitter.com/Seli…

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Episode 40 - Threat Assessment & the Role of Civilians in Multi-Domain Operations, with Mr. Thomas F. Greco 33:51

2+ y ago33:51

33:51

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Mr. Thomas F. Greco, Senior Executive Service, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-2, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, to discuss today’s global security environment and the importance of Army Civilians in Multi-Domain Operations. Learn more about TRADOC G-2 at: https://www.tradoc.army.mil/g2/ For questions, suggestio…

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Bomber Bradbury – This Week in Politics 31:55

2+ y ago31:55

31:55

On this SHOW: Fast-moving political commentary with Wednesday's guest Martyn ‘Bomber’ Bradbury and Thane Kirby (Host) covering the hard-hitting social issues facing New Zealand today and why people are losing their sh*t in these high-pressure times. To WATCH the show weeknights: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkbacknz YouTube: https://youtube…

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Selenya, Michael Frampton & Guests - Surfing, Parenting, Life, Grief 57:58

2+ y ago57:58

57:58

On this show: We were joined by Michael Frampton; host of the long-running Surf Mastery Podcast. We talked surfing but we also heard Michael's amazing attitude toward his recovery from Grief, parenting in his new normal, work & maybe a few life hacks & humour. Two more guests made for an insightful & enlightening show. Michael Frampton – Surf Coach…

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Natalie Williams: Life & Business Coach 32:45

2+ y ago32:45

32:45

On this SHOW: Natalie Williams – Life & Business Coach: Natalie delves into how she kicked off an incredibly successful business, maintaining daily rituals/positive habits, what epigenetics is, firing on all cylinders, and hot tips to stay on track. Michelle Henderson - Host Selenya – Producer To WATCH the show weeknights: Facebook: https://www.fac…

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Episode 39 - Army Civilians and their role in Multi-Domain Operations, with Mr. David Brinkley 35:34

2+ y ago35:34

35:34

AMSC's Mr. David Howey meets with Mr. David Brinkley, Senior Executive Service, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1/4, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, to discuss future initiatives regarding the Civilian Education System (CES), the value of CES, and how members of the Army Civilian Corps can enable the U.S. Army to fight and win in a Multi-Domain O…

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Bomber Bradbury: This Week in Politics 30:05

2+ y ago30:05

30:05

On this SHOW: Bomber Bradbury - Political Commentary Thane Kirby – Host Subscribe to the audio in the app of your choice: https://talkback.nz/listen Support this Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkbacknz https://talkback.nzBy Thane Kirby

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Kimberley Ramsay: All Star Cheersport & Vidzing 36:47

2+ y ago36:47

36:47

On this SHOW: Kimberley Ramsay - Founder of All Star Cheersport & her new Startup: Vidzing Selenya – Host/Producer All Star Cheerleading teaches motivation, drive, determination, teamwork combining gymnastics, dance and lifting & aerobatics. Creating Happy, Healthy, Empowered young people through Cheersport! Kimberley recommends watching Cheer on N…

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OD: Hip Hop & Rap Artist on the Rise 41:01

2+ y ago41:01

41:01

On this SHOW: OD – Hip Hop & Rap Artist Michelle Henderson - Host Selenya – Host/Producer Artist Links: 𝐎𝐃 (@odsoundnz) • Instagram photos and videos Tik Tok Spotify Streaming Links YouYube To WATCH the show weeknights: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkbacknz YouTube: Talkback Weeknights - https//www.youtube.com/channel/UC9G3-sDCpNVC-U0R9EX2I…

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Carrie Brightwell: Mandala Art 1:13:48

2+ y ago1:13:48

1:13:48

On this SHOW: Carrie Brightwell – Mandala Art & Nature to heal/energize plus Muay Thai Boxing Selenya – Host/Producer Episode Links: Art That Heals - Free Reiki Infused Colouring Mandala (subscribepage.com) Bright Well Being Carrie | Coach-Healer-Artist (@brightwellbeing) • Instagram photos and videos Bright Wellbeing | Facebook Subscribe To WATCH …

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Bomber Bradbury: This Week in Politics 32:59

2+ y ago32:59

32:59

On this SHOW: Martin ‘Bomber’ Bradbury – NZ Political Commentary Thane Kirby - Host To WATCH the show weeknights: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkbacknz YouTube: Talkback Weeknights - https//www.youtube.com/channel/UC9G3-sDCpNVC-U0R9EX2I-w Benny Mack - https://youtube.com/c/BennyMack Selenya - https://youtube.com/channel/UCwW5neVbnR4mqQp-V3l…

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Matt Bowden - Vitamin Bank & Anti-Aging Pills 1:08:16

2+ y ago1:08:16

1:08:16

On this SHOW: Matt Bowden - Industry Leader, Performer & Entrepreneur talking about his current venture: Vitamin Bank & Anti-Aging Pills, Spike Protein benefits and advantages of supplementing NMN & NR. Selenya - Host/Producer Open Line Talkback: Join the show by clicking the event link in the POST once we're LIVE! To WATCH the show weeknights: Tue…

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Zeisha: DJ / Vocalist / Producer & Head of Growth at Immersve 43:08

2+ y ago43:08

43:08

On this SHOW: Ziesha – DJ/Producer, Vocalist & Songwriter (Sits in the Top 100 DJs in the World) Michelle Henderson - Host Selenya - Producer Open Line Talkback: Join the show by clicking the event link in the POST once we're LIVE! To WATCH the show weeknights: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkbacknz YouTube: Talkback Weeknights - https//www.…

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Markus Schobel: Co-Founder of Boutique Gin Distillery Startup - Disti.au 34:28

2+ y ago34:28

34:28

On this SHOW: Markus Schobel: Disti.au Michelle Henderson - Host Selenya - Producer Open Line Talkback: Join the show by clicking the event link in the POST once we're LIVE! To WATCH the show weeknights: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkbacknz YouTube: Talkback Weeknights - https//www.youtube.com/channel/UC9G3-sDCpNVC-U0R9EX2I-w Benny Mack - …

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Kelvin Soh: Creative Director, talks about the thinking, branding and design of Boring Oat Milk, NZ’s most audacious oat milk brand 1:10:43

2+ y ago1:10:43

1:10:43

On this SHOW: · Kelvin Soh – Creative Director, talks about the thinking, branding and design of Boring Oat Milk, NZ’s most audacious oat milk brand · Thank Kirby - Host · Benny Mack – Co-Host & Fact Checker · Selenya - Producer Open Line Talkback: Join the show by clicking the event link in the POST once we're LIVE! To WATCH the show weeknights: F…

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