Best Independent Facilitation Podcasts (2024)

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Two journalists killed by military in Mon State; Family and friends mourn death of filmmaker Pe Maung Same in Yangon; India for Myanmar says New Delhi must reassess its relationship with Naypyidaw 5:30

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 23, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Two journalists, including a DVB CJ, were killed by the military during a raid in Mon State; Family and friends mourn death of filmmaker Pe Maung Same in Yangon; And, India for Myanmar says New Delhi must reassess its relationship with Naypyidaw; Plus, what’s happening in …

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Aung San Suu Kyi home auction fails again to attract bids; China endorses regime election plan; Freed Japanese executive returns to Tokyo; UN laments ‘incredible brutality’ since 2021 military coup 5:49

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 16, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Aung San Suu Kyi home auction fails again to attract any bids; China officially endorses regime election plan; Freed Japanese executive returns to Tokyo; And the UN laments ‘incredible brutality’ since the 2021 military coup; Plus, a seminar on Canada’s policy engagements …

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Leadership, Creativity and Reflection - a conversation with Carien Borst Artist and Leadership Coach 35:58

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Leaders in Conversation with Anni Townend is the podcast in which I talk to leaders about their own life and leadership stories, to encourage you to reflect on your values, beliefs, passion and purpose, and inspire you to be even more confident and courageous in your leadership. About this episode: Today’s guest is Carien Borst, Artist and Leadersh…

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S6: E5 Expanding Networks of Support with Frank Kamara 41:19

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In this conversation, Sophia and Ashley talk with Frank Kamara about how building next works of support for youth is an important part of giving them access to new spaces and exploring new possibilities and opportunities. Paying attention to their feedback and their interests can help caring adults and mentoring programs find ways to build relation…

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Rohingya targeted in northern Rakhine State’s Maungdaw; Myanmar commemorates 36th anniversary of the 1988 Uprising for democracy; Regime claims Thailand to help with its planned census and election 5:53

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 9, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Rohingya targeted in northern Rakhine State’s Maungdaw Township; Myanmar commemorates the 36th anniversary of the 1988 Uprising for democracy; Regime claims Thailand to help with its planned census and election; And a book launch sharing women’s stories; Plus, we hear from …

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Transitioning to Headship with Maria Croley Madden, St. Martin's Episcopal School 35:11

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Maria Croley Madden, Head of School at St. Martin's Episcopal School (GA) is going into her second year as Head. She talks about the transition to headship and how she’s preparing for year two. She details how being a “product of independent schools” prepared her for her current role and gives some tips for others transitioning to headship on prepa…

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Regime extends nationwide state of emergency; German Solidarity Myanmar on not supporting any election under the military; Thailand task force to investigate Naypyidaw weapons purchases via Thai banks 4:46

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 2, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The regime extends the nationwide state of emergency; German Solidarity Myanmar on why the international community must not support an election under the military; Thailand task force to investigate Naypyidaw weapons purchases using Thai banks; Plus, what’s happening in nor…

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On Accelerating Net Zero Energy Innovation - a conversation with Guy Newey, Chief Executive Officer at Energy Systems Catapult 23:46

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Hello, welcome and welcome back to Leaders in Conversation with me, Anni Townend. Today’s guest is Guy Newey, Chief Executive Officer at Energy Systems Catapult, and the title of our conversation is ‘On Accelerating Net Zero Energy Innovation’. I have had the privilege of partnering with Guy and working with a group of Future Leaders at Energy Syst…

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S6: E4 Effective Conversations about Behavior Change with Coach Bob Jones 44:02

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Sports can be a big part of a young person’s life, and few know this better than Coach Bob Jones who has been coaching youth football for more than 30 years! Caring adults – including coaches – can use sports to connect with young people in many ways and can provide valuable opportunities to talk with youth about behavior change. Join us for this c…

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Myanmar military command in Lashio seized by resistance forces; Regime leader Min Aung Hlaing assumes duties of presidency; The Rohingya Consultative Council to formally announce its establishment 4:43

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 26, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Regional Military Command in Lashio reportedly seized by resistance forces; Regime leader Min Aung Hlaing assumes duties of presidency after Acting President Myint Swe’s medical leave; A member of the Rohingya Consultative Council on plans to make a formal announcement abo…

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The first new batch of Myanmar refugees resettled to the US; Rohingya women assist refugees in Malaysia and Indonesia; Women in Karenni State document up to 80 gender-based violence cases in IDP camps 5:13

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 19, 2024. In this week's briefing: The first new batch of Myanmar refugees are resettled to the US; Rohingya women assist refugees in Malaysia and Indonesia; Women in Karenni State report up to 80 cases of gender-based violence in the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps; And, a history of the People’s …

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Be The Leadership Nudge – a conversation with Emma Harris Finance Director, M&S Food, Property and Retail 31:40

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Welcome and welcome back to Leaders in Conversation with me, Anni Townend, the podcast that helps you to grow confidence, care and courage in your leadership. I created this series of candid conversations for leaders to share their inspirational personal leadership stories, weaving together the threads of their life - the people, places and experie…

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S6: E3 Goal Setting and Support with Dr. Deanna Sinex at Youth Enrichment Services and the City of Pittsburgh Youth Civic Leadership Academy 48:12

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Goal setting can be challenging at any age. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Deanna Sinex about how Youth Enrichment Services (YES) and other supporting partners work with the City of Pittsburgh to implement the Youth Civic Leadership Academy (YCLA) and help youth explore career fields, learn valuable skills, and gain access to unique opportunitie…

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Thailand parliamentary committee hears from UN Special Rapporteur on Myanmar; Nearly 2,000 foreigners escape cyber scam centers in Karen State; And a podcast featuring voices from the Burmese diaspora 5:54

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 12, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Thailand parliamentary committee hears from UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Myanmar; Nearly 2,000 foreigners escape cyber scam centers in Karen State; And a podcast featuring voices from the Burmese-Canadian diaspora. Subscribe to our Daily Briefing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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A year on since the disappearance of Thuzar Maung and her family in Malaysia; 66 Myanmar refugees end hunger strike at prison in India; The first year of IEC provisional government in Karenni State 5:15

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 5, 2024. In this week’s briefing: A year on since the disappearance of Thuzar Maung and her family from their home in Malaysia; 66 Myanmar refugees end 18-day hunger strike at prison in India’s Manipur State; The Interim Executive Council marks one year of provisional government in Karenni State. If you hav…

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Curiosity, Humility and Clarity: Empowering Others To Flourish – a conversation with Chris Harte, Chief Executive and Partner at Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP 25:34

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Welcome and welcome back to Leaders in Conversation with me, Anni Townend, the podcast that helps you to grow confidence, care and courage in your leadership. I created this series of candid conversations for leaders to share their inspirational personal leadership stories, weaving together the threads of their life - the people, places and experie…

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Limiting Employee Turnover with Will Crissman, Tenacre Country Day School 40:01

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Tenacre Country Day School (MA), where Will Crissman is the head, has had almost no employee turnover the past few years. We talk about his approach to retention (and recruitment) during a time when many schools are struggling in this area. We also discuss Will’s approach to leadership – including keeping a steady emotional state, not asking people…

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Newsroom: Harn Yawnghwe on the changing dynamics in Myanmar 10:43

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DVB Bureau Chief Mon Mon Myat sat down in the newsroom with Harn Yawnghwe, the founder and director of the Euro-Burma Office (EBO). The two discussed the changing dynamics of Myanmar’s resistance to the 2021 military coup. Listen to Newsroom on Spotify, Audible, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠. DVB English News is available wherever…

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S6: E2 Expanding Networks of Support with Justin Pacini at Crossroads Foundation 31:27

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Crossroads Foundation approach to supporting their young scholars ensures that each young person has access to a diverse network of adults and peers. Join us for a conversation with Lead Counselor Justin Pacini about how their program centers relationship building and expanding the social capital of young people to help them access educational oppo…

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UN Special Rapporteur states foreign banks facilitating military’s access to weapons; Meet Myanmar’s newest war crimes investigators; The NUG suspends official after sexual assault allegations 5:28

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for June 28, 2024. In this week’s briefing: UN Special Rapporteur releases report stating that foreign banks are facilitating the military’s access to weapons; Meet Myanmar’s newest war crimes investigators; The National Unity Government (NUG) suspends official following sexual assault allegations; And a Public Serv…

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At least 20 arrested in Flower Strike on Aung San Suu Kyi's birthday; World Refugee Day in Myanmar; Bangladesh police detain 32 Rohingya; And will India continue with plans to build its border fence? 5:49

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for June 21, 2024. In this week’s briefing: At least 20 arrested for participating in Flower Strike on Aung San Suu Kyi’s 79th birthday; World Refugee Day in Myanmar’s Arakan State; Bangladesh police detain 32 Rohingya refugees; And will India continue with plans to build its border fence? Plus, how the resistance i…

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Leading 4 Life – a conversation with Susie Ballentyne, Independent Psychologist and Bob Judson, Keynote Speaker, Podcaster, Leadership Facilitator and Coach 37:07

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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with my two guests, Susie Ballentyne an Independent Psychologist and Bob Judson, a fellow podcaster, facilitator, leadership coach, and keynote speaker. We delve together into: The importance of continually developing your skills as a leader, both individually and as part of a …

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S6: E1 Working with Others in the Mentoring Relationship System with Coy Thompson at Connecting Champions 51:39

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A mentoring relationship doesn’t usually happen in isolation – there are lots of important people in the lives of young people! Connecting Champions knows this and is always intentional about working with others close to their mentees to help ensure the positive outcomes. Join us for this discussion with Coy Thompson about how Connecting Champions …

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Number of Internally Displaced Persons in Myanmar surpasses three million; Burma Affairs and Conflict Study group on regime's attempt to ban VPNs; 17 Burmese handed over to regime soldiers from Laos 5:25

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for June 14, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The United Nations states that the number of Internally Displaced Persons in Myanmar has surpassed three million; The Burma Affairs and Conflict Study group on the regime’s attempts to ban Virtual Private Networks; 17 Burmese were handed over to regime soldiers from Laos; …

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National Unity Government visits Australia; UN Human Rights Chief meets Myanmar refugees in Malaysia; Death toll in alleged massacre in Rakhine State rises to 76; Is Bangkok playing a role for peace? 5:16

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for June 7, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The National Unity Government visits Australia Foreign Minister; UN Human Rights Chief meets Myanmar refugees in Malaysia; Death toll in alleged massacre near Rakhine capital rises to 76; Thai academic on Bangkok’s role in the peace process; And Patrick Winn’s new book abou…

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Becoming Compelling Skilled Sailors – a conversation with Carolyn Youdell, Group eCommerce & Customer Engagement Director, Group Marketing Specsavers 27:44

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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with Carolyn Youdell, Group eCommerce & Customer Engagement Director, Group Marketing Specsavers. I have known Carolyn for many years and am a huge fan, she is a regular speaker on the Marketing Leaders Programme, and herself a huge fan of developing marketing leadership. Toget…

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Newsroom: Miemie Winn Byrd on Myanmar's resistance to the military 19:12

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Dr. Miemie Winn Byrd, a retired U.S. Army veteran and a distinguished scholar specializing in U.S.-Myanmar relations, sits down in the Newsroom with DVB Bureau Chief Mon Mon Myat to discuss the resistance to the military coup since 2021. Listen to Newsroom on Spotify, Audible, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠. DVB English News is avail…

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Facilitating Classroom Conversations Around the Election 41:20

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Charlie Grossman, History Teacher, and Mary Gentry, Math Teacher, at Breck School (MN) discuss how to facilitate civil discourse in the classroom and how to address polarization with the impending election. They detail how they created and navigated a course around the general election in 2016, lessons learned, and what the course might look like t…

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Regime replaces its deputy minister of defence; Miemie Winn Byrd on unity between resistance forces; People’s Goal encourages new military conscripts to desert; Myanmar kyat continues to depreciate 5:14

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for May 31, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The regime replaces its deputy minister of defence in a reshuffle; Miemie Winn Byrd on the unprecedented unity between resistance forces; People’s Goal encourages new military conscripts to desert; The Myanmar kyat continues to depreciate; The Border Consortium continues to…

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Introducing Weekly Briefing 0:29

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This is a promo/trailer for the DVB English News Weekly Briefing, our news bulletin podcast available every Friday. Subscribe to our Daily Briefing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Listen to the Weekly Briefing on Spotify, YouTube Music, Audible, Amazon Music, or Apple Podcasts. Find DVB English News wherever you get your ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Third batch of military conscripts to receive training in June; Rohingya activist calls out the NUG; UN alarmed over violence in northern Rakhine; Regime bolsters drone capabilities after Russia visit 5:50

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for May 24, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The third batch of military conscripts will receive training in June; A Rohingya activist calls out the National Unity Government; The United Nations expresses alarm over violence in northern Rakhine State; And the regime bolsters its drone force after a visit to Russia; Pl…

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Finding Your Collaborative Edge – Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd in conversation with Natalie Shering exploring their Collaboration Equation™ 52:54

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE Co-Founders Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd in conversation with Natalie Shering for a special episode of Leaders in Conversation with Anni Townend podcast. Here they explore why Curiosity, Care and Courage are the mindset and behaviours that underpin their Collaboration Equation™ to: Build Psychological Safety Practise Inclusive Dial…

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ASEAN Secretary-General and Special Envoy visit Naypyidaw; Resistance groups visit Japan; NUG blames military for rising tension in Arakan State; Russian drones being deployed to frontline in Myanmar 5:24

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for May 17, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The ASEAN Secretary-General and Special Envoy are in Naypyidaw; Resistance groups are in Japan; The National Unity Government (NUG) blames the military for rising tension in Arakan State; Also, a report on Russian drones being deployed on the battlefield; And a new podcast …

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Myanmar munitions used in Ukraine-Russia War; Human Rights Watch investigates use of white phosphorus in Karen State; Military seeks to bolster its UAV capabilities; Drone training at Yangon air base 5:14

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for May 10, 2024. In this week’s headlines: Myanmar munitions used in Ukraine-Russia War; Human Rights Watch investigates the use of white phosphorus in Karen State; Military seeks to bolster its Unmanned Aerial Vehicle capabilities; Drone training underway at Yangon air defense command headquarters; Students enroll…

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Stimulating Brilliance through the power of conversation - a conversation with Akin Thomas, CEO and Founder of AKD Solutions - an international learning and development consultancy 25:57

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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with Akin Thomas, CEO and Founder of AKD Solutions - an international learning and development consultancy - built upon an ethos of stimulating brilliance through providing the space for people to engage in transformative and disruptive, and impactful fun learning experiences. …

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Achieving Inclusivity in Polarizing Times 37:53

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Arvind Grover, head of school at the Meadowbrook School (MA) shares how his school strives for inclusivity in a polarized world. He stresses the importance of actively assessing your school’s progress, putting support structures in place, and stopping to ask “is there an opportunity here?”. We also discuss staff retention strategies - like the impo…

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Newsroom: Jane M. Ferguson on a social history of Burmese cinema 14:35

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Jane M. Ferguson, a lecturer in the School of Culture, History and Language at the Australian National University (ANU), sits down in the newsroom with DVB Bureau Chief Mon Mon Myat to discuss her new book Silver Screens and Golden Dreams: A Social History of Burmese Cinema. Listen to Newsroom on Spotify, Audible, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or ⁠⁠…

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Nearly 5,000 killed by military since 2021 coup; Amnesty International calls for release of trade union leader; NUG claims resistance controls 60% of Myanmar; And the social history of Burmese cinema 5:19

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for May 3, 2024. In this week’s headlines: Nearly 5,000 people killed by military since the 2021 coup; Amnesty International calls for the release of a trade union leader; The National Unity Government claims resistance forces control 60 percent of Myanmar; And author Jane Ferguson on the social history of Burmese c…

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Reclaiming Adult Roles After the Pandemic 31:26

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Russell's brother Mark shares his experience of supporting his brother to reclaim his adult roles after the pandemic. He offers an honest and authentic account of what it has taken for him to step into succession planning now that both his brother and mother need relevant and meaningful supports in their life.…

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Myanmar refugees in Thailand return home as fighting subsides; Regime airstrike kills one in Karen State; ASEAN appeals for calm; Free Burma Rangers provide assistance to military conscription evaders 5:11

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for April 26, 2024. In this week’s headlines: Myanmar refugees in Thailand return home as fighting in Karen State subsides; Regime airstrike kills one in Myawaddy; ASEAN expresses concern about escalating violence; Free Burma Rangers provide assistance to those evading military conscription. Subscribe to our Daily B…

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Be Brave, Focus & Fly – a conversation with Karen Wilkinson, award winning and inspiring Marketing Director 24:17

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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with Karen Wilkinson, inspiring and award winning Marketing Director. We delve together into: The power of connecting with your Values & Purpose How knowing your Strengths and not sweating your weaknesses is the best way to Focus and Fly Why Courage & Belief and Stepping out of…

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Aung San Suu Kyi and Win Myint moved to house arrest; Thai academic says Myanmar military’s days are numbered; New Zealand unable to block regime invitation; Maung Zarni nominated for 2024 Nobel Prize 5:33

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for April 19, 2024. In this week’s headlines: Aung San Suu Kyi and Win Myint reportedly moved to house arrest in Naypyidaw; Thai academic says Myanmar military’s days are numbered; New Zealand unable to block invitation to regime representative; Activists say Chevron withdrawal isn’t enough and more sanctions are ne…

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Thailand prepared to take up to 100,000 refugees from Myanmar; New Zealand protesters demand military regime be disinvited from ASEAN meeting in Wellington; Civil society groups on UN Special Envoy 5:05

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for April 12, 2024. In this week’s headlines: Thailand said its prepared to take up to 100,000 refugees fleeing from Myanmar; New Zealand protesters demand regime in Naypyidaw be disinvited from Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) meeting in Wellington; Civil society groups on selection of UN Special Envo…

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On Knowing Yourself and Building Relationships – a conversation with Helen Stephenson, CEO of the Charity Commission for England and Wales 26:29

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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with Helen Stephenson, CEO of the Charity Commission for England and Wales We delve together into: How as a leader the main tool in your leadership is yourself, which means you need to understand how you work - your strengths and weaknesses Why getting the right team is crucial…

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Newsroom: Sean Turnell on being 'An Unlikely Prisoner' in Myanmar 18:42

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DVB Bureau Chief Mon Mon Myat speaks to Sean Turnell, the economic advisor to Aung San Suu Kyi and the National League for Democracy (NLD) government before it was ousted in a 2021 military coup. Turnell talks about his new book An Unlikely Prisoner: How an eternal optimist found hope in Myanmar's most notorious jail. Listen to Newsroom on Spotify,…

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Regime confirms drone strike on Naypyidaw; Backlash over New Zealand-ASEAN meeting; Many wanting to evade military conscription reach out to civil society group; Conscription to hurt Myanmar’s economy 5:28

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for April 5, 2024. In this week’s headlines: Regime confirms resistance drone strike on military-controlled capital Naypyidaw; Backlash over New Zealand-ASEAN meeting; Many still hope to evade military conscription; Civil society assisting those wanting to escape; Military conscription may hurt Myanmar’s economy. Su…

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The Conversation: Navigating a Head Transition 20:41

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Ariane Baer-Harper, head of school at Austin International School (TX) speaks with Jacques Weber, head of the Dallas International School (TX) who was the outgoing head at Austin International when she started. The two were able to work together for the last three months of the 2022–2023 school year, and their collaboration has continued to this da…

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Regime touts new electoral system; Rohingya form committee for consultative council; Nearly 100 Rohingya military conscripts killed; Aid reaches KNU territory; Asylum for those evading conscription 5:15

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for March 29, 2024. In this week's headlines: Regime touts new electoral system; Rohingya form committee to establish consultative council; Nearly 100 Rohingya military conscripts killed; Aid reaches Karen National Union territory in Myanmar; Calls for Thailand to provide asylum for those evading conscription. Subsc…

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The Secrets Behind Building Resilience in Leadership – a conversation with Julian Roberts, Executive Business Coach, Podcast Host of Helping Organisations Thrive 27:00

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Welcome and welcome back to Leaders in Conversation with me, Anni Townend, the podcast that helps you to grow confidence, care and courage in your leadership. I created this series of candid conversations for leaders to share their inspirational personal leadership stories, weaving together the threads of their life - the people, places and experie…

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Airstrike kills six in Mrauk-U; Regime accused of forcing Rohingya to protest against Arakan Army; A campaign to ban jet fuel to military; Myanmar’s permanent representative at the UN makes an appeal 4:32

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for March 22, 2024. In this week’s headlines: Airstrike kills six in Mrauk-U; Regime accused of forcing Rohingya to protest against Arakan Army; A campaign to ban jet fuel shipments to the military; And Myanmar’s permanent representative at the UN makes an appeal to the international community. Subscribe to our Dail…

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