Best Apprentice Approach Podcasts (2024)

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The Break: Star Wars Fandom; Marketing and the Church; VR Nausea 45:20

8h ago45:20

45:20

In this episode, I give you an update about my travel plans for the month of July, I review the Doctor Who season finale, I talk about what's going on with Star Wars fans and I tell you why I think the Catholic Church has a marketing problem. I talk about my experiences with the Pokemon Plus + and about why the Meta Quest makes me nauseous. The mig…

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The Break: Doctor Who, Writing For A Living, Lego and VR Time Travel 41:41

7d ago41:41

41:41

During my coffee break I share my thoughts on the new episodes of Doctor Who, I give you an update on my writing, coaching and travel plans, I talk about Lego and I share my recent experiences in VR.By Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

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The Break: The Acolyte, Godzilla, The Princess Bride and WWDC24 41:30

13d ago41:30

41:30

During my coffee break, I talk about how the first episodes of the new Star Wars show 'The Acolyte' touch me on a personal level. I also share my impressions of the movie Godzilla Minus One and I tell you about the surprising connection between Young Sheldon, Toy Story and The Princess Bride. Inconceivable! I also discuss the latest innovations App…

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The Break: Star Wars The Acolyte 41:45

22d ago41:45

41:45

During my coffee break this week I share my thoughts about the new Star Wars series 'The Acolyte' and about the upcoming 'Starfleet Academy' series. I also rave about T. Kingfisher's book 'A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking' and about a VR demo I saw that let's you walk around Hogwarts Castle. To conclude, I talk about my intention to live and wo…

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The Break: Star Wars and Anime Life Lessons 37:15

27d ago37:15

37:15

This week, I talk about the real reason I want to discuss Star Wars and Anime on my YouTube and TikTok channels. I also share with you some insights I learned from Alex Hormozi about identifying the dreams and fears of the people you would like to reach and I tell you the surprising treasure I discovered when I cleaned up my kitchen. Lastly, I tell…

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The Break: How Young Sheldon Approaches the Existence of God 56:35

1M ago56:35

56:35

Recently, I've found myself binge-watching the TV show 'Young Sheldon'. This delightful comedy series offers a glimpse into the early life of Sheldon Cooper, the iconic character from 'The Big Bang Theory' sitcom. Sheldon, an exceptionally gifted and nerdy boy, finds the concept of God illogical, as the existence of a deity cannot be empirically va…

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The Break: Rings of Power Season 2, The Hunt for Gollum and Mastering Notion 34:42

1M ago34:42

34:42

This podcast episode was recorded at a local coffeehouse in my hometown during a break with coffee and apple pie. I share my excitement about all the Tolkien-related news we got this week: the new trailer for Rings of Power Season 2, the announcement of a new Peter Jackson movie set in the world of the Lord of the Rings called 'The Hunt for Gollum'…

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The Break: Baby Reindeer Gets Real; How Gaming Helps My Health; Apple's iPad Pro Misfire 34:01

2M ago34:01

34:01

In this episode of The Break, I take you outside for a visit to my local Italian ice cream parlor. I talk about what happened after the real stalker whose story was used as an inspiration for the Netflix TV-series 'Baby Reindeer' came forward and agreed to an interview with Pierce Morgan. I also share how a couple of life-style changes allow me to …

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The Break: New iPads, the Ascension, Star Wars and Baby Reindeer 1:10:35

2M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

In this episode of The Break I talk about Apple's new iPads, about Speechify and other text-to-speech technologies, I review the end of The Bad Batch and the beginning of Tales of the Empire, I talk about the Netflix show 'Baby Reindeer' and I explain why catholics celebrate the feast of the Ascension and why it matters.I also announce the next cha…

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Elements of a Successful Product Management Plan 22:04

2M ago22:04

22:04

The success of your product, whether it’s external or internal, often hinges on a well-crafted product management plan. Without this, companies risk:- Failure to launch or achieve desired outcomes.- Disorganization, misalignment and wasted resources.- Budget overruns, schedule delays and unmet expectations.To mitigate these risks, and set the produ…

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The Break: Daisy Ridley's Return to Star Wars; Atlas, Transformers One and Twisters 33:53

2M ago33:53

33:53

In this episode of the Break I discuss what Daisy Ridley says about reprising the role of Rey in the upcoming Star Wars movie; I talk about The Bad Batch, Fallout and Star Trek and I react to the trailers for Atlas, Transformers One and Twisters. In the Premium part of the episode, available to my patrons, I talk about returning to reading and work…

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The Continuing Problem with Resumes 21:07

2M ago21:07

21:07

A recent study showed that employers were close to 10% more likely to select resumes with “distinctively white” names for a job interview than resumes that had “distinctively Black” names.On top of this fundamental bias issues, the problem with resumes is that they don’t reflect or predict who will be a high performer once hired. But HR departments…

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The Break: Why I Love Fantasy Festivals; X-Men 97, Fallout and the Vatican 53:55

2M ago53:55

53:55

This weekend, I'm looking forward to seeing a lot of my cosplaying friends again at Haarzuilens Castle during the Elfia Fantasy Festival. I vividly remember my first visit to this festival and how out of place I felt as a priest among thousands of people dressed in fantasy costumes. But I kept coming back year after year, and made lots of friends t…

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Designing for Data 25:19

2M ago25:19

25:19

Data design is the backbone of decision-making, strategy and innovation. However, harnessing the power of data isn't easy. It requires deliberate planning, strategic thinking and the right technology. Do it right and it will save you time, money and lead to better business outcomes. Do it wrong and it can create security risks, increase costs and l…

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The Break: Tales of the Empire and the one thing lacking in Star Wars: Outlaws 41:28

3M ago41:28

41:28

In this episode of The Break, I review the movie 'Tenet' by Christopher Nolan, I watch and review the trailer for Tales of the Empire and I share the one thing that is missing in the story trailer for the game Star Wars: Outlaws. In the premium part of the show, available to my patrons, I talk about Acceptance and Commitment Coaching, I discuss vac…

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The Break: The future of Star Trek, the Star Wars Prequels today, when does faith become superstition? 46:10

3M ago46:10

46:10

There is one aspect of Star Trek Discovery that keeps bugging me now that the series enters its final season. And looking back on the Star Wars Prequels: do those movies still hold up after all these years? I answer a listener question about a particular form of prayer that borders on superstition. In the premium part of the show for my patrons, I …

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Controlling Cloud Costs 20:35

3M ago20:35

20:35

Many organizations look to leverage the cloud to move their business forward. But the promise of the technology (lower costs, more flexibility, greater scalability) can often be at odds with reality (spiraling costs, vampire applications, vendor confusion). Without careful consideration, cloud costs can quickly spiral out of control.Controlling clo…

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Business Value of Software Developer Apprentices 21:02

3M ago21:02

21:02

Senior software engineers, architects and team leads might be skeptical about working with apprentice software developers. They might think the apprentices will slow them down or result in more overhead to manage.Jason Foster, principal architect at Catalyte, explains why the opposite is true. Working with apprentice developers makes work faster, e…

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The Break: Holy Week and Easter Explained, Fallout, Alien Romulus and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes 48:46

3M ago48:46

48:46

In this week's episode of the Break I talk about Alien: Romulus, about the Fallout TV series and about the trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. I also explain the background of Holy Week and Easter. In the premium part of the show, available to all my patrons, I talk about Tolkien Reading Day, the AI short film 'Airhead' and about what Ap…

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The Break: The Acolyte, The Three Body Problem and Wonka 39:58

3M ago39:58

39:58

In this episode of the Break I share my impressions of the trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte, I review the first two episodes of the Netflix series The Three Body Problem and I tell you what I thought of 'Wonka'. In the Premium version of the show, available to all my patrons, I talk about the new Dungeons and Dragons Lego set, I solve a clothing …

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Creating Day-One-Ready Talent 20:56

3M ago20:56

20:56

Employers need talent that can immediately contribute value and be productive the moment they start. Anything less means employers are losing time and money getting new hires up to speed.We talked with Dan Reuther, director of learning and development at Catalyte, about how our apprenticeships discover, develop and deploy day-one-ready talent that …

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The Break: The 2024 Oscars, Frieren, Resident Alien and Iron Gold 32:03

4M ago32:03

32:03

In this episode of The Break, I look back at this year's Academy Awards Ceremony, I share why 'Frieren' may be one of the deepest and most thought-provoking anime series I've ever seen and I tell you why Pierce Brown's Iron Gold derailed my reading plans for this year. In the Premium part of the show, exclusively for my patrons, I share the process…

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The Break: Across the Spiderverse, James Gunn & Superman, Pope Francis 46:16

4M ago46:16

46:16

In this episode: Movies & TV: My review of Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse James Gunn starts filming Superman. Peculiar Bunch: the one thing I wish Pope Francis wouldn't do In the premium part of the show, available to my patrons: Book review: D&D: Lore and Legends, a visual celebration of the 5th edition of the world's greatest role playing gam…

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The Break: Avatar: The Last Airbender (Netflix); Bad Batch Season 3; Rereading the Lord of the Rings 45:12

4M ago45:12

45:12

In this episode of The Break I share my first impressions of the live action series 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and of season 3 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. I also talk about rereading Lord of the Rings and about the death of Star Trek actor Kenneth Mitchell. In the premium section of the show, available to my patrons, I talk about Baldur's Gate 3…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Meg Ginsberg's Story 19:07

4M ago19:07

19:07

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear the moving and inspirational story from apprentice, Meg Ginsberg. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor productionBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - The Timpson Group approach - here's Dan Jenkins to explain more 16:19

4M ago16:19

16:19

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear from The Timpson Group's Dan Jenkins, Head of group colleague development. He discusses the role of an employer in making apprenticeships successful. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor productionBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice. Professor Sue Black's Story 18:31

4M ago18:31

18:31

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear from Professor Sue Black who left school at 16 with very few qualifications and is now a Professor of Computer Science at Durham University, the saviour of Bletchley Park, a best selling author and many other things besides. If you want some insipiration about what you can do with your lif…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Neurodiversity - Sarah Hendrickx Story Pt2 17:02

4M ago17:02

17:02

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear the second of two podcasts about neurodiversity featuring Sarah Hendrixx. In this episode Sarah discusses different neurodiverse behaviours in the workplace and how to improve working life with the simplest of adjustments. Whether you are neurodiverse yourself or an employer, there is a we…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Neurodiversity - Sarah Hendrickx Story Pt1 16:50

4M ago16:50

16:50

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear the first of two podcasts about neurodiversity featuring Sarah Hendrixx. In this episode Sarah discusses how autism affects her own day to day behaviour and how it is likely to affect people at work. Please note there is a slight background echo due to a technical problem. Presenter: Domin…

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Practical Approach to Skills-Based Hiring 20:53

4M ago20:53

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While the transition to skills-based hiring not an easy by any means, there are a few practical, concrete steps any organization can implement to align its skills-based hiring rhetoric and practices.We spoke with Catalyte CEO Matt Derella about how employers can make this transition. He highlights three practical area, the right incentives, technol…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Sam Bishop answers apprentice questions 14:47

4M ago14:47

14:47

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. This episode of the podcast series is slightly different in that we asked a few apprentices what they wished they'd known before they started. We put these to Sam Bishop, a performance psychologist who works with Gen Healthy Minds. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production the…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Coping Techniques - Other Tactics 13:26

4M ago13:26

13:26

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we explore some further coping techniques and demonstrate quick and easy variations for the workplace. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - Coping Techniques - Breathing And Mindfulness 15:05

4M ago15:05

15:05

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we explore the benefits of breathing and mindfulness exercises and demonstrate simple exercises for both that you can do quickly and easily at work, or indeed anywhere. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.org…

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The Break: Madame Web, Captain Rambeau, My New Book 41:08

4M ago41:08

41:08

In this episode of The Break I talk about the new Sony movie 'Madame Web' and about the core problem of the movie industry, I review the Marvel Comic 'Monica Rambeau: Photon'. And I talk about my new book 'Lent for Little Folk' that will soon be made available to my patrons and to people who sign up for my email newsletter 'Diary of a Media Priest'…

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Public Sector Apprentices Rountable 21:26

4M ago21:26

21:26

Catalyte apprentices bring a flexible, agile mindset to every client engagement. Couple that with our rigorous, customizable technical development and clients quickly trust the work that apprentices deliver.We caught up with three of these public sector apprentices who are building an essential health care platform for a public sector client. The w…

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The Break: The Marvels, Guardians of the Galaxy vol.3 and The New Look 35:06

4M ago35:06

35:06

In this episode of The Break, I review The Marvels and the Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3. Tip: The New Look on Apple TV Plus. In the premium part of the show available to my patrons, I explain why Tolkien didn't like Lent, I share my impressions of the audiobook version of 'Light of the Jedi', we explore why Dutch sounds funny to English speaking …

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The Mindful Apprentice - What Help Is Available - Your Employer And Training Provider 15:39

4M ago15:39

15:39

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we find out where you can go for help, at work and through your training provider. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - What Should I Do If I'm Struggling 16:22

4M ago16:22

16:22

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, what should you do if you feel you are struggling with your mental health? Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - What Help Is Available - Other Sources Of Support 14:06

4M ago14:06

14:06

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we find out what help is available if you haven't got access to a suitable network in your workplace or don't want to talk to someone connected with work. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.org…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Spotting The Signs Of Poor Mental Health 15:12

4M ago15:12

15:12

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode we look at how to spot the signs of poor mental health at work, in yourself and in colleagues.By The Sound Doctor

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The Break: RIP Carl Weathers; My First Tolkien Webinar; Pluto Review 42:06

5M ago42:06

42:06

In this episode of The Break: Star Wars: the death of Carl Weathers My Tolkien Webinar on Ash Wednesday Pluto (Anime series on Netflix) first impressions How sleep impacts my reading focus Marvel Unlimited: Infinity comics Premium content for my patrons: Star Trek Archives on the Apple Vision Pro Feeeed for iOS – follow everything The post The Brea…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Workplace Relationships 13:47

5M ago13:47

13:47

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we examine some of the issues surrounding difficult workplace relationships and how to cope with them. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - Managing The Workload 15:55

5M ago15:55

15:55

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, how do you manage the workload as you balance study and work? Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - What If I'm Not Up To It? 15:19

5M ago15:19

15:19

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, what should you do if you feel you're not up to the apprenticeship and it seems to be too difficult? Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - Culture Shock 15:19

5M ago15:19

15:19

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we look at the culture shock you might experience coming from the classroom if you are a school leaver, or home if you are a returner, and ways of coping with the new environment. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.org…

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The Break: The Creator Review; Ancient Rome and Alexandria on TV; The Apprentice in the Kitchen 39:55

5M ago39:55

39:55

In this episode: The Creator by Gareth Edwards (Rogue One) Rome (HBO Max) Trauma responses in Vinland Saga Book review: ‘The apprentice: my life in the kitchen’ by Jacques Pepin In the premium episode for my patrons: Cooking with a braiser pan Tech: TikTok and YouTube audiences moving away from ‘hyper edits’ More content comingContinue reading "The…

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The Mindful Apprentice - Making A Success Of Your Apprenticeship 16:21

5M ago16:21

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Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, what can you do to maximise your chances of having a successful apprenticeship? Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - Is it right for me? 17:18

5M ago17:18

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Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we explore whether an apprenticeship is going to be right for you or whether another route to education and training might suit you better. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - Preparing for your apprenticeship 15:44

5M ago15:44

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Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, how can you prepare for your apprenticeship to maximise the chances of it being successful. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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The Mindful Apprentice - What Is An Apprenticeship Programme? 14:48

5M ago14:48

14:48

Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we find out what an apprenticeship programme is, and what is involved in becoming an apprentice. Presenter: Dominic Arkwright Producer: Rosie Runciman A Sound Doctor production thesounddoctor.orgBy The Sound Doctor

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