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There is no doubt that the business sector wields plenty of power; power that can shape the world. And if applied with a conscience, positively impact all spheres of civilisation. In Conscious Conversations, host Carmen Murray chats with a fascinating array of industry leaders and pioneers to explore how doing business with the greater good in mind can lead to better returns and a better South Africa for all. Join Carmen on her voyage of discovery as she unearths the value, nobility, prosper ...
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In with the Outsiders

Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard

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Carmen Murray is a formidable force and visionary thinker who can unlock your inner Øutsider. It's time to get off the couch and into the arena, disrupt the thinking, and get real in this chaotic world. Be the catalyst for change and question everything. What makes Øutsiders powerful is their ability to turn their backs on the crowds and face the music they want to create. In with the Outsiders is all about overlooking the differences that divide us and paying more attention to those that un ...
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Leading Through Unprecedented Times

Future Ready Schools, Thomas C. Murray

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Leading Through Unprecedented Times, hosted by Thomas C. Murray of Future Ready Schools, looks at how today’s leaders are working to maximize student learning experiences and break down traditional barriers, all while facing the adversity that comes their way. Each week guests share powerful stories of resilience, vulnerability, equity, and the importance of collaborative leadership. These stories provide inspiration, hope, and support for your professional practices, regardless of position. ...
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Sacrificing your authenticity comes at a cost. You don't want to miss this one! Dr. Melanie Van Rooy will blow your minds away with her insights, stories, and personality. She is a flamingo amongst a flock of pigeons. I find her so inspirational, and her insights into authentic leadership are so important in our times. As leaders, if we want to bri…
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Guest: Dr. Carmen Maring, Principal, Gull Lake School District (MI) Twitter: https://www.x.com/dr_maring Host: Thomas C. Murray, Director of Innovation, Future Ready Schools, Washington, DC Twitter: https://www.x.com/thomascmurray Future Ready Schools Website: https://www.FutureReady.org​​​​​​​​ Free Virtual Events: http://www.FutureReady.org/Virtu…
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Matthew Bannister on Professor Peter Higgs, the physicist who won the Nobel prize for explaining why the building blocks of the universe have mass. Trevor Griffiths, the playwright whose stage and TV dramas focused on left wing politics and social issues. We have a tribute from the actor Jack Shepherd. Hella Pick, the long serving Guardian foreign …
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Guest: Dr. Nick Polyak, Superintendent, Leyden High School District 212 (IL) Twitter: https://www.x.com/npolyak Host: Thomas C. Murray, Director of Innovation, Future Ready Schools, Washington, DC Twitter: https://www.x.com/thomascmurray Future Ready Schools Website: https://www.FutureReady.org​​​​​​​​ Free Virtual Events: http://www.FutureReady.or…
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Carmen Palacios-Berraquero, Founder and CEO of quantum company Nu Quantum, is live! Carmen grew up in Spain and received an MSc in Physics from Imperial College London and a PhD from the University of Cambridge. Nu Quantum was a spin-out of the University of Cambridge’s Cavendish Laboratory in 2018. They are building…
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Matthew Bannister on Joe Lieberman, the US Democrat politician who fell out with his party over the Iraq War. Diana Baring, the respected literary agent. We have a tribute from her client Frederick Forsyth. Lynn Kinnear, who was one of the most influential landscape architects of her generation. Kay Benbow, who commissioned and made many acclaimed …
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John Wilson on Richard Taylor, who became a tireless campaigner against knife crime and supported disadvantaged young people. Lisa Lane, the chess champion who was the first player to feature on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Rose Dugdale, the English heiress and debutante who went onto join the IRA. Ian Green, the Scottish folk music champion wh…
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In this special edition of Last Word, John Boyega pays tribute to campaigner Richard Taylor, the father of Damilola Taylor who was killed 24 years ago. Richard Taylor - a Nigerian civil servant - dedicated years to improving the lives of disadvantaged children in the wake of his son's death via the Damilola Taylor Trust. Mr Taylor said he wanted hi…
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We are moving into an era of soft skills. In this conversation with Lyndy van den Barselaar, Managing Director at ManpowerGroup, we explore the profound shift from traditional mentorship to a coaching mindset, and how this transformation is shaping the way we lead teams and cultivate workplace culture. As the world of work undergoes rapid transform…
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Jan Goetz, Co-CEO of leading quantum company IQM Quantum Computers is live! Jan is a quantum physicist who earned his superconducting quantum circuits doctorate at Technical University of Munich.His company IQM Quantum Computers was founded in 2018 and is building Finland’s first commercial 54-qubit quantum computer …
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Authentic personal branding needs an audacious inside-out approach. In order to make an impact on the world, it is equally important to build an authentic personal brand with purpose. It allows you to get into the rooms you want to change (or create a new one)! 💟 You are a purpose-driven business. You are the currency! Watch the Webinar replay · we…
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Marketing done the right way. In this vibrant conversation, Carmen Murray sits down with Dr Melanie van Rooy, an old friend, to talk about the power of collaboration and how we can do marketing the right way, by co-innovating with our customers. These insights will leave you in awe! Herewith some highlights: Rebuilding Brand Trust After Scandal Mel…
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Talking symptoms, silver linings, and truth bombs. Welcome to today's episode of The Carmen Murray Show! We dive headfirst into an important and often overlooked topic: perimenopause. As many of you may already know, I'm currently navigating the complexities of perimenopause myself, and I've been on a quest to engage in meaningful discussions about…
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Matthew Bannister on Vince Power, the live music promoter whose Mean Fiddler group operated a string of London venues and built up the Reading and Leeds festivals. Olga Murray, the American lawyer who devoted her later life to helping the children of Nepal. Cecilia Eckelmann-Battistello, the Italian businesswoman who ran a major container shipping …
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Matthew Bannister on Audrey Adams who became a tireless campaigner for the rights of black people after her son was stabbed to death in a racist attack. Nicola Trahan, who joined the French Resistance as a teenager and was later awarded the Croix de Guerre. Edward Bond, the controversial playwright who played a key role in the abolition of censorsh…
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Matthew Bannister on Iris Apfel the colourful fashion and interior designer whose own dress sense made an impact until her death aged 102. Dr Colin Murray Parkes, the psychiatrist once described as “the David Attenborough of the bereavement world.” Baroness Henig, the deputy House of Lords Speaker who was a historian and expert on the security indu…
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The return to self. The global night of the soul and the spiritual awakening. The views expressed in the content (video, blog, podcast, article, etc.) are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the author's employer, company, institution, or other associated parties. Shaye Jonosky, Reiki master, Medicine Woman, and S…
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Why are people turning to medicine and forests? The views expressed in the content (video, blog, podcast, article, etc.) are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the author's employer, company, institution, or other associated parties. In this episode, Shaye Jonosky, Reiki Master, Medicine Woman, and Sacred Space H…
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John Wilson on the celebrated sculptor Nicholas Dimbleby, responsible for numerous well known commissions around the country. Lord Patrick Cormack the politician, historian and prolific author. Wendy Mitchell, the author and blogger who was diagnosed with young onset dementia and worked tirelessly to help improve the understanding of the condition.…
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Peter Chapman, President and CEO, of leading quantum computing company, IonQ, is live! Peter had an atypical childhood. He grew up near the Johnson Space Center in Houston because his father was an astronaut who used to fly over the house in his trainer jet. In high school, Peter went to study with the well-known cog…
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The ripple effect of safe spaces. In this insightful episode, Carmen engages in a candid and thought-provoking conversation with Dharshni Padayachee, focusing on the crucial topic of safe spaces and the pivotal role women play in fostering inclusivity. Delving into the essence of creating environments where individuals feel heard, valued, and respe…
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Taking a Conscious Sabbatical from High-Pressure Corporate Careers. I have never felt so vulnerable, yet I loved being so vulnerable in a guest interview. This is why we need more authentic conversations that bring us to a higher level of awareness. Absolutely brilliant insights! - Carmen In this episode of Conscious LeadHERS, Carmen chats with Pet…
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From Personal Finance to National Prosperity. Join us as we delve into the heart of South Africa's budget speech, deciphering its implications for everyday citizens. From dissecting the trickle-down effect to exploring the challenges and opportunities it presents, we navigate the complex world of finance and economics to empower our listeners with …
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John Wilson on Alexei Navalny, the anti-corruption campaigner and leading opponent of President Vladimir Putin, who has died in a Russian state prison. Dr Brooke Ellison, an American academic and disabilities rights advocate who drew on her own experience of living with quadriplegia. Gertrude Wright, who survived the bombing of her German home city…
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Matthew Bannister on The much-loved Radio 1 and 2 DJ Steve Wright. We have a tribute from his former colleague Simon Mayo. Baroness Flather, who was the first Asian woman to sit in the House of Lords. Alan Mills, the Wimbledon tennis referee who had to deal with tantrums on court. Angela Peberdy, the train announcer known as “the golden voice of Br…
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Talking politics, greed, technology, and action. In this episode, Carmen Murray and Bronwyn Williams cover various global political and economic trends, including issues such as the lack of trust in institutions, the impact of technology and AI, the role of women in leadership, and advice for conscious leaders. They delve into topics such as growin…
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Matthew Bannister on Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue who overcame a traumatic childhood to become one of Australia’s leading campaigners for the rights of indigenous people. Ian Lavender, the actor best known for playing Private Pike in Dad’s Army. Robie Harris, whose book explaining sex to children made her one of America’s most banned authors. Barry John, …
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Maud Vinet, Co-founder and CEO of quantum computing company Quobly, is live! Dr. Vinet received her Ph.D. in quantum physics from the University of Grenoble Alpes and has authored or co-authored over 300 papers. She owns more than 70 patents related to nanotechnology, and her Google H index is 57, with more than 11,0…
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Matthew Bannister on Frank Farian, the German music producer behind the hugely successful group Boney M, who caused controversy when it was revealed that his duo Milli Vanilli had been miming at all their live shows. We hear from Boney M singer Liz Mitchell. Medical journalist Caroline Richmond who founded the Campaign Against Health Fraud, now kno…
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Elie Girard, Executive Chairman of quantum company Alice & Bob, is live! Elie has over 20 years of leadership experience in various companies, including his most recent role as CEO and director at Atos.His company, Alice & Bob, focuses on cat qubits, a novel approach that enables them to reduce hardware requirements …
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Matthew Bannister on Norma Barzman, the screenwriter from the Golden Age of Hollywood who fled to Europe after facing being blacklisted from the House Un-American Activities Committee for her Communist views. Lord Saye and Sele, the aristocrat who served in the army during the Second World War, then worked to restore the historic family seat Brough…
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In this episode, Carmen Murray and Cindy Gallop (CEO, Make Love Not Porn | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion activist) focus on the often-overlooked subjects of menopause and ageism. They highlight the scarcity of open discussions and research on menopause and stress the importance of viewing this stage of life positively, as a transition to an empow…
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Ken Durazzo, VP of tech company Dell Research, is live! Prior to joining Dell Research, Ken worked at Cisco for 20 years on myriad technologies. In 2016, he started leading research into quantum at Dell.At Dell Research, Ken's current focus includes hybrid quantum computing, quantum-safe cryptography, as well as gene…
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Matthew Bannister on Annie Nightingale who was Radio 1’s first female presenter and its longest serving DJ. Her son remembers meeting Jimi Hendrix over breakfast in her kitchen and the 72-hour-party at her home featuring some of the biggest names of the dance music scene. Isca Salzberger-Wittenberg, the psychoanalyst who changed the approach to tre…
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Matthew Bannister on Camila Batmanghelidjh who founded the charity Kids Company to help disadvantaged children. The charity collapsed amidst controversy, although she was later cleared of any wrongdoing. Sir Roy Calne, the surgeon who carried out the UK’s first successful liver transplant operation. He was also a talented artist. Glynis Johns, the …
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In this episode, our guest Marisa Jansen van Vuuren, a seasoned CMO, mom, and advocate for diversity and inclusion in the tech industry, shares valuable insights into the tech developments and perspectives on what we should expect to see in Africa, both in industry and economy. Marisa shares her 'aha' moments when she touches on how diversity and i…
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Matthew Bannister on John Pilger, the campaigning journalist who made award winning films about human rights abuses and was an outspoken critic of British and US foreign policy. K.M. Peyton, the author of many “pony” books for children and adolescents, including the “Flambards” trilogy. Paula Murphy, the American racing driver once described as “th…
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod episode with Kurt Stokbro, CEO of quantum company Sparrow Quantum is live! Sparrow Quantum is a quantum photonics company based in Copenhagen, founded in 2016 by Professor Peter Lodahl. It is widely recognized as a leader in single photon sources, achieving the world's highest light matter coupling efficiency. Kurt is the…
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Kirsty Lang on Jacques Delors, the politician and architect of the modern EU. Nancy Pearce, the founder of a charity to help people with eating disorders. Elinor Otto, the American factory worker who was one of the original 'Rosie the Riveters'. Tony Allen, one of the pioneers of the alternative comedy scene. Producer: Ed Prendeville…
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Matthew Bannister on Maureen Sweeney, the postmistress from the west of Ireland whose weather forecast postponed D-Day by 24 hours. Sir Tim Brighouse, the educationalist credited with transforming the performance of London’s schools. Shirley Anne Field, the actor who appeared in classic 1960s films like The Entertainer, Saturday Night and Sunday Mo…
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Matthew Bannister on The dub poet Benjamin Zephaniah who overcame childhood trauma to become an acclaimed performer and writer. Laura Lean, who volunteered for the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry, helping to support distressed families after The Grenfell Tower fire and greeting Afghan evacuees. Stacy Marking, one of the first women directors in document…
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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Grégoire Ribordy, CEO of ID Quantique (IDQ)is live! Gregoire went to EPFL (Écolepolytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) - the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology - where he studied physics. After working for a year in Japan at Nikon, the camera company, he returned to Switzerland in the mid-90s. Interesting back story:…
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Matthew Bannister on Shane MacGowan the lead singer of The Pogues who was famous for his song writing but also his abuse of drugs and alcohol. His sister joins us to discuss the roots of his talent and his excesses. Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to be appointed to the US Supreme Court. Lord Darling, the Labour politician who was Chan…
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Chris Bishop’s latest Quantum Tech Pod with Kristin M. Gilkes, Ph.D., Global Quantum Leader at EY, is live!Kristin has a Ph.D. in Decision Sciences and a graduate diploma in artificial intelligence from the University of Oxford. She also has an MBA from the University of Colorado and a BBA in computer science from Texas A&M University.She and her t…
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Matthew Bannister on Henry Kissinger, a towering figure in international diplomacy, who won the Nobel Peace Prize but was condemned by some as a war criminal. Also, Terry Venables, the colourful manager who took the England Football team to the semi-finals of Euro 96. Paul Watson, the pioneer of reality TV whose “fly on the wall” techniques caused …
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Christopher Bishop’s latest Quantum Tech Pod with Niels Bultink, CEO and Co-Founder of Qblox, a leading quantum company, is live! Chris first spoke to Niels almost two years ago and wanted to check in to see what he and his team have been up to.Qblox provides quantum control stacks that combine unequaled noise performance and low-latency arbitrary …
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Matthew Bannister on Captain Don Walsh, the American submariner who made the first descent to the deepest place in the ocean – the Mariana Trench. His friend and fellow deep sea explorer Victor Vescovo relives the experience for us. Dame A.S. Byatt, the author best known for her Booker Prize winning novel “Possession”. Rosalynn Carter, the former F…
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Matthew Bannister on Peter Betts, who was the UK’s lead negotiator at international climate change summits. Audrey Salkeld, the mountaineering historian best known for her work on the ill-fated Mallory and Irvine expedition. Heather Rogers KC, the lawyer who championed freedom of speech in many high profile cases Louise Meriwether, the author and j…
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Christopher Bishop’s latest Quantum Tech Pod with Vanesa Diaz, CEO of quantum computing company LuxQuanta is live!Vanesa grew up in a small village in the north of Spain and because she was good at math, she eventually got a degree in engineering.Her early career found her in tech roles, but she wanted to spend less time in the lab and more time wi…
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Matthew Bannister on Ken Mattingly, the astronaut who missed flying into space on the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission because he had been exposed to German measles. We have a tribute from Fred Haise who did take part in that hazardous flight. Anne Wright, who devoted her life to conserving the wild animals of India. Mary “Tiny” Gallacher who worked beh…
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