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Welcome to The Ethical Futurists podcast, where award-winning experts, corporate advisors and keynote speakers James Taylor and Alison Burns delve into the world of sustainable innovation. Join us as James and Alison engage with leading thinkers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, environmentalists and scientists to uncover the latest ideas shaping a more ethical and sustainable future. From sustainability and innovation to future trends and ESG, our conversations span a wide array ...
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Estate Agency X, is the definitive podcast hosted by well-known industry thought leaders Mark Burgess and Rob Brady. Mark, CEO of Iceberg Digital and a recognised authority in marketing and data, brings his wealth of knowledge from being featured on Sky TV, Forbes, and international stages. Rob, a dedicated performance coach and TEDx speaker on mental well-being, with a passion for achieving the extraordinary, guides estate agents through digital transformations. Ranked internationally in th ...
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Weekly interview show with people at the forefront of transformational technologies, scientific research, and bold new thinking that enables humans to operate at higher levels — better able to achieve whatever each person values most in life. This could be in fields as diverse as neuroscience, computer science, psychology, bio-tech, augmented reality, nutrition & fitness and so many more areas of pioneering work.
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The podcast about state-of-the-art research on polymer and soft matter science. The show is hosted by Amal Narayanan, mostly joined by researchers, academicians, and industrialists. With them, Amal explores the latest research themes, futuristic ideas, the journey behind who they are now, what they want to be, and their advice for you. Amal Narayanan, Ph.D. is a postdoctoral researcher at Princeton University working on Cellular Membraneless Organelles Contact Amal: amalnarayanan@thesoftmatt ...
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The Hybrid/Remote Centre of Excellence is a podcast where we talk about co-creating the future of work. It’s powered by questions. How do we bring the best elements of corporate from the past into the future? How can we design a workplace that will allow employees to thrive and integrate their work into their lives? What will the corporation of the future look like more importantly, what will it feel like? Will the future be hybrid or will we be working remotely? How will the office be re-im ...
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Welcome to the Business Buyer Diaries. My name is Nathan Platter, I’m a full-time employee, and I bought a business! I did everything right from finding the deal, handling due diligence on 63 different opportunities, and ultimately buying a profitable gym, and boy was I in for a surprise as a new owner! I chronicle everything in real time, including the biggest wins to the stressful nights at 2am. I’m sharing my journey without sugarcoating anything, so you don’t repeat ...
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In this episode, we sit down with Katherine Maxey, Vice President of Information Technology at Enviva. With over 30 years of experience across manufacturing, retail, and the U.S. government sectors, Katherine shares her wealth of knowledge and experiences from her dynamic career. Join us as we delve into her journey from a Project Manager to a seni…
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Get ready to revolutionise your estate agency business as we uncover the secrets to "Mastering the New Era" at the Estate Agency X9 event. In this episode, we sit down to discuss an exclusive sneak peek into what attendees can expect. With previously successful events, we dissect the six fundamental pillars—alignment, sales, marketing, brand, perfo…
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This is an episode I wish everyone would listen to. Gut health genuinely builds the foundation of our health, but it is far more nuanced and fascinating than even I realized! Gut types and probiotic types are crucial to any decision we make about what we eat and the types of gut health optimization products we buy or waste money on. This is a gut g…
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In this episode of The Ethical Futurists podcast, hosts James Taylor and Alison Burns welcome Hassan Habib, a pioneering futurist and investment advisor with expertise in artificial intelligence and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles. Hassan shares his insights on the future of sustainability, the impact of ESG investments, and …
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It’s everywhere. Our homes, our clothes, our water, our food, our bodies, our lives - plastic! This episode is stunning, and sadly scary. At the same time, a plastic-free or at least plastic-less world is possible. Find out how you can be part of this future with this courageous plastic warrior Frede Magnussen. Frederikke (Frede) Magnussen is the c…
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In this insightful episode of The Ethical Futurists Podcast, hosts James Taylor and Alison Burns engage with Bryanne Tait, Global Senior Director of Sustainability at Jumeirah. They explore the challenges and strategies of integrating sustainability into luxury hospitality, covering topics like net zero goals, sustainable food and beverage practice…
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In this episode, we delve into the critical process of capability assessments and why it's essential for organisational growth. Understanding where your business stands is the first step to crafting a strategic plan that drives success. Join us as we explore practical tips, tricks, and real-life anecdotes on conducting effective capability assessme…
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Are you tired of the corporate constraints in your current role as an estate agent? Do you dream of breaking free and establishing your own agency, where you can offer clients a truly personalised service tailored to their needs? In this episode, Mark and Rob sit down with Pete and Jon, the founders of Mortlock & Joyce, to dig into their inspiring …
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The state of health seems like a never ending stream of crisis - mental health, metabolic disease, obesity, neurodegeneration, fatty liver and on and on and on. But there may be one health crisis that permeates into all the others, and could be the single most powerful lifestyle change that creates positive change to every other health issue - aka …
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In this episode, James and Alison interview Edward Hamod, CEO and founder of Switch Foods. They discuss the innovations in plant-based meat alternatives, the challenges of launching a food tech startup, and the importance of sustainability in the food industry. Edward shares insights on the company's journey, the reception of their products in the …
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever had to make that tough call to preserve the harmony of your team? This week, we peel back the curtain on the gritty details of managing a fitness studio and the HR decisions that can make or break a thriving workplace. As we recap a productive manager meeting, I walk you through our latest initiatives, from boo…
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Send us a Text Message. Balancing a day job while spinning the plates of entrepreneurial dreams is a tightrope walk, and I'm here to share the highs and the balancing acts. Tune in to hear about my latest ventures in turning my studio, a hub of creativity and positivity, into a self-sustaining enterprise. We're on the brink of financial self-suffic…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what the early days of acquiring a business look like, or how the fleeting nature of memory can leave those initial experiences shrouded in mystery? Strap in as I recount the invitation to share my entrepreneurial insights at a local meetup, revealing the preparation whirlwind and the peculiar challeng…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever had that moment when you're dashing through your day and you're suddenly struck by a tiny, yet powerful observation? That's what happened to me, and it sparked an enlightening conversation about the choices we make and how they shape our lives. During a routine catch-up with an old friend, an unexpected scene of someone…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt like life was hurtling forward at breakneck speed, leaving you to play catch-up with your own ambitions? Well, you're not alone. Today, I'm peeling back the layers of my own rapid progression through life's milestones at 33, and how it might resonate with the hustlers and dreamers among us. From buying and…
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Are we a culture of addicts living in a world of overwhelming overabundance? That is the premise of the brilliant Stanford psychiatrist Dr Anna Lembke, and her must-read book Dopamine Nation. She believes addiction will be the crux of human suffering not just for the next decade but for centuries to come, but at the same time is offering a practica…
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Send us a Text Message. Navigating the choppy seas of studio ownership after a recent buyout, I found myself steering through a storm of digital dilemmas and staffing structures. The anchor dropped in our latest team meeting, revealing key insights into the transfer of power and the intricacies of managing shared usernames and passwords with the pa…
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In this episode of the Estate Agency X podcast, hosts Mark and Rob sit down with Paul Tobias-Gibbins, who discusses his remarkable 25 years of owning M&P Estates. Paul discusses changes he has witnessed and implemented over the years, how the industry has evolved and how his company has stayed ahead of the curve. One of the first topics we explore …
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Send us a Text Message. Navigating the turbulent waters of a sales funnel mismatch, my heartfelt conversation with Courtney shines a light on the stark realities we face in our business and personal life. As I lay bare the alignment issues between our ads and customer experiences, which are causing hiccups in conversion rates, you’ll hear the raw e…
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Send us a Text Message. As I reflect on the countless blessings in my life—from my rock-solid family to our all-star team—I'm reminded that these are the very pillars that sustain a thriving business. In our latest episode, we delve into the transformative power of gratitude and its ripple effect on our mental state and day-to-day joy. You'll hear …
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In this episode of The Ethical Futurists, hosts James Taylor and Alison Burns sit down with Marian Fletcher, a leading expert in sustainability and climate education in the Middle East. Marian shares her journey from management consulting to founding The Climate Club, a social enterprise dedicated to climate literacy and marine conservation. Tune i…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever caught yourself grumbling about life's daily pressures, only to be struck by a moment of clarity that turns your attitude upside down? That's precisely what happened to me, and in this heartfelt episode, I peel back the layers of my journey towards gratitude. An Instagram post sparked an epiphany, leading me to…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever felt like you're running full throttle just to keep your business's head above water? Join me for a frank and revealing session as we navigate the chop, from ensuring auto-payments are made on time to making the tough call on drawing from a line of credit. It's a day in the life of a relentless entrepreneur, where survi…
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Join us as we discuss modern leadership and effective teamwork with Dominic Price, a seasoned expert in tech-human collaboration and organizational success and work futurist at Atlassian (Australia's most successful tech start-up). With over a decade of experience at Atlassian, Dom shares his perspectives on the evolving nature of work, the interse…
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Send us a Text Message. Embarking on a podcasting voyage is akin to setting sail into the vast seas of storytelling, and today marks the moment I hoist the sails. I recount the exhilaration of launching our series, the Acquisitive Podcast with Daniel Talbot and Sarah Sharp, and the mad dash to harmonize Wes Schrock's tunes with ChatGPT's artistic f…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever feel like you're sprinting on a treadmill of ambition, desperately chasing after the next big thing that society says you need to be happy? There's a thick cloud of anxiety hovering over our culture, one that fixates on fame, fortune, and the fear of falling short. As I unwind from the pressures of the day, I invite you…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a fitness business stays on its toes when the punches of reality hit hard? This episode pulls no punches as we navigate the twists and turns of our fitness empire's journey, from launching a fresh referral challenge to reshuffling our staff deck. We're putting our adaptability to the test, bidding adieu to …
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Send us a Text Message. Ever listened to your own voice and cringed? I sure have, and I'm unpacking that complex bundle of emotions in our latest episode. It's more than just self-conscious nitpicking; it's a revelation about communication, self-perception, and the dubious joys of being your own toughest critic. I'm taking you through my personal e…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what fuels the fire within champions? This episode is a testament to the grit and determination that transform ordinary individuals into icons of fitness. We're throwing a high-energy bash to celebrate the sweat-drenched triumphs of our community. With each pulsing beat and shared laugh, we honor those who've r…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what it truly takes to revolutionize your fitness and health? Join us and discover the transformative journeys that unfolded during a recent 10-week fitness challenge. We unearth the details behind astonishing improvements in body composition, strength, and endurance. It's not just about shedding pounds; it's t…
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Send us a Text Message. There's something electrifying about crossing a finish line, and today, my voice is filled with that very electricity as we unlock the stories of triumph from our community's 10-week health challenge. It's not just about the pounds shed or the muscles gained; it's the intimate victories, the perseverance through adversity, a…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever felt like your meetings could use a shot of adrenaline to actually get things done? Well, buckle up, because we're sharing a dynamic approach to shake things up! We kick off with the small victories, paving the way for those meaty, complex topics that really need our brain juice. It's not just about ticking boxes; it's …
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a revealing expedition as I recount the exciting tale of fostering a strategic partnership that led to the creation of a unique digital product. Teaming up with a fellow podcaster, we ventured into the world of educational courses, meticulously carving out growth opportunities and innovative strategies to benefit o…
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Send us a Text Message. Embarking on a transformative leadership adventure, I've learned that letting go can sometimes be the strongest grip on success. Join me as I peel back the layers of my entrepreneurial evolution, from a hands-on founder to someone who orchestrates from the wings. We'll examine the delicate balancing act of entrusting a team …
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This is a controversial podcast about what has been the most taboo topic in medicine for over half a century - vaccine-induced harm. Revolutionary ideas are often seen as heretical before time proves them otherwise. Individuals like Marc are deemed heretics by the regime until they are proven right. Will Marc be proven right? Only time will tell, b…
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Send us a Text Message. Are you ready to scale the heights of your career in the tech world? Let's embark on a journey together to uncover the secrets of climbing the career ladder, as we dissect the critical role of performance evaluations and promotion timelines that could propel you from analyst to senior positions and beyond. Through the lens o…
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Send us a Text Message. Navigating the choppy waters of workplace disputes can be as delicate as performing a ballet on a tightrope. That's why I've rolled up my sleeves and ventured into the thick of it, sharing the triumphs and trials from a recent employee clash that put my conflict resolution tactics to the test. Without spilling confidential d…
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Join hosts James Taylor and Alison Burns on this episode of The Ethical Futurists as they engage with Omar Saif, a multidisciplinary professional driving sustainability and decarbonisation in the Middle East. Omar shares insights from his work at COP28, discusses the importance of climate tech in emerging markets, and explores innovative approaches…
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Send us a Text Message. Navigating the choppy waters of workplace conflict is never an easy feat, but it's a journey I embarked on with two team members whose professional tiff had escalated beyond casual banter. I found myself in the mediator's seat, striving to untangle a web of miscommunication and bruised egos. This episode pulls back the curta…
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Send us a Text Message. Stepping up to the microphone has always been a dance with nerves for me, but it's in the candid relay of my journey from private voice memos to commanding the stage that I truly find my voice. In a heartfelt share, I take you through my evolution as a speaker, the initial comfort of audio recordings, and the eventual leap i…
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Send us a Text Message. Waking up at three in the morning with a racing mind is an experience many can relate to, especially when the weight of the day job and the complexities of managing a team loom over you. That's exactly where I found myself, grappling with the tick-tock of an unrealistic project timeline and the brewing storm of a team confli…
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Send us a Text Message. Feeling the Monday blues? Let's turn that around! Kick off your week with a dose of positivity and learn why Mondays are the perfect opportunity to embrace new beginnings and shake off the unnecessary stress that often precedes a workweek. Join us as we chat about historical contexts that remind us to stay grounded in the pr…
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Send us a Text Message. Hey everyone, gear up for an episode that promises to be a game-changer for your business growth strategy! I'm diving headfirst into the transformative world of partnerships, sharing the eye-opening moments that have shifted my once 'lone wolf' approach to a collaborative powerhouse mentality. Imagine a space where connectin…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a studio bash can ignite a joyous revolution for a brand while treading the delicate balance of team harmony? Step behind the scenes with us as we share our secrets to throwing an unforgettable party that not only elevates our studio's vibe but also strategically boosts our brand's presence. We're transform…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever faced the head-scratching dilemma of sagging sales numbers and the daunting task of reviving them? That's where we are, navigating the choppy seas of sales strategy while our close rates have taken a nosedive from a healthy 10-15% down to a paltry 6-7%. In our latest episode, we dissect the elements that could be sinkin…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever been struck by the financial rollercoaster of small business ownership? Join me this Thursday for a candid look into the world where monthly revenue swings are as common as caffeine cravings, and where handling the hefty $30,000 to $50,000 waves has become just another day at the office. I'm peeling back the curtain on …
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Send us a Text Message. Sailing the choppy waters of retail finance, I found myself caught in a tempest of debt and decision-making that could make or break my business. Balancing a mounting credit card bill and a shrinking line of credit, I faced the harsh reality of advertising investments that didn't pay off as expected. In this candid episode, …
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