Best John Mesh Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 39: Backstage with Dr Agatha Nortley-Meshe, NHSE Regional Director for London 54:47

2M ago54:47

54:47

This episode is with Dr Agatha Nortley-Meshe, a practising GP and Regional Medical Director for Primary Care, for NHS England. She has extensive experience in urgent care, having previously been Medical Director the London Ambulance Service, and Clinical Governance Lead for Croydon NHS 111. As one of very few black female leaders in a senior NHS le…

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Episode 38: Backstage with Ben Francis, CEO of Gymshark 34:27

2M ago34:27

34:27

This episode is with Ben Francis MBE, the founder and now the CEO of Gymshark, the global gym brand that is worth billions. Gym Shark started here in the UK in Birmingham, when Ben was in his 20s and working for Pizza Hut. This is a conversation I have looked forward to for such a long time- there is no one like Ben in the UK, that has built such a…

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Episode 37: Backstage with Shellye Archambeau (fomer tech CEO) 59:55

3M ago59:55

59:55

This episode is with Shellye Archambeau, former CEO of MetricStream. You may not have heard of her, but I think you’ll be glad you did when you’ve listened. I love hearing leadership stories of people outside the NHS, and I think this one in particular gave me lots to think about. I stumbled across Shelleye on another podcast, and read her book Una…

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Episode 36: Backstage with Max Prangnell for a media crash course 49:15

5M ago49:15

49:15

This episode is a media training masterclass, with Max Prangnell. You never know as a leader when you might be thrust under the media spotlight, and it's always better to be prepared. But good, affordable media training is hard to come by.... so we've brought an expert to you. Max has been the Director of Communications and External Affairs at the …

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Episode re-release: Backstage with Sir John Timpson 48:26

6M ago48:26

48:26

This month we are re-releasing one of our most popular episodes- a conversation with Sir John Timpson, Chairman and owner of Timpson. Many observers can't understand how a firm of shoe repairers can keep its staff happier than some of Britain's richest companies. The answer lies with the chairman of Timpson and his no-nonsense approach to managemen…

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Episode 35: Backstage with Dr Karen Kirkham (CMO of Deloitte) 48:52

6M ago48:52

48:52

This episode is witih Dr Karen Kirkham, who is Chief Medical Officer of Deloitte. Karen has been a practising GP for over 30 years, and previously was Clinical Lead for the Dorset Integrated Care System, as well as a National Clinical Advisor for Systems Development with NHSE/I. She's an insightful, well-respected, inspiring leader who's not afraid…

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Episode 34: Backstage with Dr Claire Fuller 49:45

8M ago49:45

49:45

Our 2024 season kicks off with Dr Claire Fuller, who is the National Medical Director of Primary Care for NHSE, a role she's held since September 2023. Prior to that she was Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care System Chief Executive, having previously been the Accountable Officer for the CCG. She's been a practising GP in the area since 1995. In Nove…

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Episode 33. Backstage with: Prof Michael West 1:02:21

9M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

After a bit of a break, The Next GenCast is back with some amazing guests for you... And that starts with this episode, which is with our most requested guest since the podcast started- Professor Michael West. Michael West is officially Professor of Work and Organisational Psychology at Lancaster University, but he’s known to many as the guru on co…

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Episode 32. Backstage with: Oliver Burkeman. 58:56

1+ y ago58:56

58:56

This is our Next GenCast Christmas Special! We've done something different for this one: instead of hearing from a leader, this episode is with the utterly brilliant best-selling author and journalist, Oliver Burkeman. His latest book "Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals", was easily my best read of 2022, and might give you lots to thi…

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S2 Ep1: We’re Back 10:41

1+ y ago10:41

10:41

We are officially back from our 7 month hiatus with a new episode. We discuss the MCU, Marvel, and John even gives his thoughts on Captain America.

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Episode 31. Backstage with: Dr Aarti Bansal. 39:45

2y ago39:45

39:45

This episode is an extra special collaboration with the wonderful team at FairHealth. They are an amazing charity set up by GPs, offering free resources to help anyone in the NHS to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to work in areas of deprivation. This episode is hosted by Dr Rachel Steen, producer of the brilliant Finding Fair Health p…

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Episode 30. Backstage with: Sir Michael Marmot 59:37

2y ago59:37

59:37

We are back! And this is an extra special episode to kick us off, with none other than Professor Sir Michael Marmot, the guru of health inequalities. Sir Michael Marmot's work has changed how physicians, public health experts and governments think about health inequity. His work has been cited more than 250,000 times, and his influential Review has…

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Episode RE-RELEASE: with Laura Neilson. 54:12

2y ago54:12

54:12

Continuing our summer re-release series, this episode is with the amazing Dr Laura Neilson. Laura invariably moves our Next Gen audiences to tears and sparks standing ovations, because of her incredibly powerful story of influencing health inequalities from when she was only a medical student. Laura is the CEO of Hope Citadel Healthcare CIC, and a …

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Episode RE-RELEASE: with Karyn McCluskey 47:05

2y ago47:05

47:05

Over the summer period we are re-releasing some some of our most popular conversations.... This conversation is with Karyn McCluskey, chief executive of Community Justice Scotland. I heard Karyn on a podcast a few years ago, and never forgot her story. Karyn trained as a nurse in the NHS, but has worked in the police for the last 22 years. She was …

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Episode RE-RELEASE: with Sarah-Jane Marsh. 47:43

2y ago47:43

47:43

We're taking a break over the summer, and re-releasing some of our most popular episodes. This one is with Sarah-Jane Marsh, CEO of Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital. Sarah-Jane joined the NHS via the Graduate Management Scheme. Appointed Chief Operating Officer at Birmingham Children’s Hospital in December 2007, and Chief Executive just o…

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Episode 29. Backstage with: Dr Bola Owolabi 53:02

2+ y ago53:02

53:02

This is Episode 29, with Dr Bola Owolabi, Director of Health Inequalities at NHS England and NHS Improvement, COVID-19 has shone a harsh light on some of the inequalities that persist in our society, and Bola has been leading the NHS effort to accelerate progress in tackling this over the last few years in her national role. Bola also works as a GP…

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Episode 28. Backstage with: Hannah Miller 53:09

2+ y ago53:09

53:09

Leadership starts with leading yourself, and there is no better person to help us understand ourselves than this week's guest- Hannah Miller. Hannah is one of our most popular speakers at Next Generation GP, and you'll see why! She's an amazing coach, supporting emerging leaders from all sorts of backgrounds using a strengths based approach to deve…

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Episode 27. Backstage with: Dame Helen Stokes Lampard. 45:28

2+ y ago45:28

45:28

This episode is a podcast takeover.... with one of our wonderful Next Gen GPs in Nottingham, Dr Sarah Armitage, taking on the role of host! Dame Helen Stokes Lampard, as she subsequently became known after the podcast was recorded, will be a familiar name and voice to many of you. Whether you’ve heard her in the media, giving speeches in her role a…

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S1 Ep23: A Gaming Episode 13:37

2+ y ago13:37

13:37

Noah and John talk about upcoming video games. They also talk about what’s new for Fallout 76. Follow us at Nerdtok everywhere and stay Nerdy.

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S1 Ep22: Obi-Wan TV show Theories 12:08

2+ y ago12:08

12:08

Noah was late once again for the episode. But, the guys talk about the new Obi-Wan tv show trailer. They discuss theories and talk about what they would like to see in the show. Thank you all for listening and stay Nerdy.

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S1 Ep21: The Batman (Spoilers) 12:48

2+ y ago12:48

12:48

Noah and John talk about the new Batman movie. They also talk about the future of Batman along with other things Robert Pattinson has said. Thank you for listening.

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S1 Ep20: Future of DC 18:50

2+ y ago18:50

18:50

Noah’s finally back to make an episode but he’s late. They guys talk about The Batman movie and James Gunn related projects. Sub to our patreon and enjoy the episode.

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Episode 26. Backstage with: Lord Victor Adebowale 46:20

2+ y ago46:20

46:20

Lord Victor Adebowale has been responsible for some ground-breaking developments in his career as both a campaigner and a leader for the homeless, the unemployed, the disadvantaged and those with learning disabilities. He is currently Chair of the NHS Confederation, which represents various NHS providers and commissioners.. Before this, he was Chie…

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S1 Ep19: Tesla Comics (feat. Dan) 16:15

2+ y ago16:15

16:15

In this episode Noah has once again abandoned John. John interview Dan the creator of Tesla Comics. Dan talks about who inspired him and what led him to comics. For more of Dan and Tesla Comics find them here at this link https://instagram.com/teslacomics?utm_medium=copy_link. For more of our stuff find us here https://instagram.com/nerdtok?utm_med…

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S1 Ep18: Valentine’s Day Special (With Jerry) 36:19

2+ y ago36:19

36:19

We have a joint episode for you guys. We team up with Jerry from What’s Wrong With You? To bring you the Valentines Day Special. We have a unique tournament full of fictions worst and most hated characters (and rightly so) plus some other stuff Jerry and Noah discuss. Enjoy the episode. Also note this episode is a little more adult themed than our …

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S1 Ep17: We’re Breaking up? 15:31

2+ y ago15:31

15:31

John and Noah discuss the new episodes of Peacemaker and the Book of Boba Fett. Noah gives some hot opinions about Star Wars. Follow us at Nerdtok everywhere and sub to the Patreon. Stay Nerdy

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S1 Ep16: King Crab (Feat. MOTB Comics) 15:13

2+ y ago15:13

15:13

John is once again abandoned by Noah. But he is joined by Ryan from March of the Bull Comics. They discuss what Ryan has been up to. They also trash on DC comics a little. For more of Ryan find him here https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdht1Eyk/. For more of Nerdtok find them at Nerdtok everywhere. Stay Nerdy everyone.…

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Bonus Episode: The Book of Peyton (Feat. Peyton) 12:03

2+ y ago12:03

12:03

Noah can’t make the episode, so instead John is Joined by his former roommate Peyton. The two of them discuss the moves Star Wars has made and what the future holds for Star Wars. Thank you all for listening and stay Nerdy.

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Episode 25. Backstage with Don Berwick. 59:45

2+ y ago59:45

59:45

Welcome to the first episode of 2022, and a very special guest.... For the past 30 years, Donald Berwick has been one of the leading authorities and innovators of quality and improvement both in the U.S. healthcare system and in the NHS. A paediatrician by background, Don was for 19 years the founding CEO of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement…

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Bonus Episode: Sitcom Special 22:50

2+ y ago22:50

22:50

John and Noah talk about various sitcoms throughout the year such as Parks and Rec and Seinfeld. They give their thoughts and reminisce over the best moments in comedy television. Follow Nerdtok on Instagram and Tik Tok. Sub to the patreon if you love what we do we appreciate it. Thank you all who supports the show, we love you all.…

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S1 Ep 15: Peacemaker 18:09

2+ y ago18:09

18:09

John and Noah chat about the new Peacemaker tv show and share their thoughts on it. John also interrogates Noah on why he hasn’t watched the book for Boba Fett. Sub to our patreon guys. We appreciate and love everyone one of you who supports the show.

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Bonus Episode: DC Reboot 23:35

2+ y ago23:35

23:35

This episode John and Noah discuss the new direction DC is going in. John is all for it, Noah is not. Follow Nerdtok everywhere and sub to our patreon at this link https://www.patreon.com/user?u=62256487

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S1 Ep 14: The Fnaf Episode 20:32

2+ y ago20:32

20:32

John and Noah talk about Five Nights at Freddie’s. John even gets Noah to play the game a little bit. Follow us at Nerdtok everywhere and sub to the patreon.

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S1 Ep 13: Spider-Man No way Home 16:02

2+ y ago16:02

16:02

This episode John and Noah talk about the new Spider-Man movie. They also argue about Spider-Man suits and which is the best. Follow us at Nerdtok Everywhere and sub to our patreon.

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S1 Ep 12: Post Christmas Depression (Feat Jerry) 20:34

2+ y ago20:34

20:34

Post Christmas Depression got you down? Get back in the spirit with the Nerdtok Podcast. We have a special episode made for you. John and Noah are joined once again by Jerry. The three of them talk about Christmas among other stuff. Use that Christmas money grandma gave you to sub to our patreon. Follow Jerry at this link https://podcasts.apple.com…

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S1 Ep 11: The Rooster? (Feat Ryan) 16:19

2+ y ago16:19

16:19

John and Noah are joined by Ryan, the creator of MOTB comics. We talk about cereal and super hero’s. Subscribe to our patreon and follow Ryan at this link https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdMDR7nr/. Follow us at Nerdtok everywhere.

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Episode 24. Backstage with: Jake Humphrey 39:49

2+ y ago39:49

39:49

Welcome to the final episode of 2021, and our Christmas Special! Jake Humphrey is one of the UK’s best known TV presenters, and he is currently the lead Premier League football presenter on BT sport, having previously spent over a decade at the BBC covering Formula One and before that children’s television. Jake also hosts the High Performance podc…

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Bonus Episode: This is for Everyone 22:14

2+ y ago22:14

22:14

John and Noah release a free bonus episode and talk about listener questions. Sub to our patreon for more episodes like this and follow us at Nerdtok everywhere.

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S1 Ep 10: Hawkeye (feat Brandon) 15:54

3y ago15:54

15:54

The guys are joined by Brandon from the BetterBandPod. They discuss the new Hawkeye episodes. They also discuss some hot takes about Green Arrow and Rorshach. For more of Brandon find him at this link https://open.spotify.com/show/3ejZlGHPsEpkxA29BsLPtO?si=bPRc38qlTQuJlD9LCGMS7w. Sub to our patreon and follow us at everywhere…

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S1 Ep 9: Phase Joah? 24:01

3y ago24:01

24:01

In this episode Noah and John talk about Marvel Phase 4 and their thoughts on all the TV shows and movies so far. Sub to our patreon link in our Instagram and tik tok bio at Nerdtok.

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Episode 23. Backstage with: The Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt 59:11

3y ago59:11

59:11

Jeremy Hunt is currently the Chair of the Health and Social Care Select Committee. In the aftermath of the 2010 General Election, Hunt was appointed Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, responsible for delivering the 2012 London Olympic Games. He will be best known to many of us for his former role as Secretary of State for Health, a po…

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S1 Ep 8: A Fallout Episode (Feat Ken) 16:55

3y ago16:55

16:55

This episode John and Noah are joined by Ken from Chad. They ask Ken various questions about fallout. For more of Ken check out his show Chad at this link https://open.spotify.com/show/5OSiB7EzbdXpyAiZsQ0guX?si=. Follow Nerdtok everywhere.

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S1 Ep 7: Disney Day 18:55

3y ago18:55

18:55

John and Noah complain about the lack of Star Wars content on Disney Day. They also talk about the new Marvel shows. Sub to our patreon and follow us at Nerdtok everywhere.

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S1 Ep 6: Fictional Chug Off (feat Maura) 17:17

3y ago17:17

17:17

In this episode John and Noah are joined my Maura, and everyone discusses what fictional characters they could out chug. We also find out about Maura’s favorite characters in fiction. For more of Maura go to this link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-wrong-with-you/id1599390006. Follow Nerdtok everywhere.…

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Bonus Episode: Justice League Re-Write 10:56

3y ago10:56

10:56

John tells how he would do the Justice League movie and Noah tells his. This a free bonus episode sub our patreon to get these weekly! Follow us at Nerdtok everywhere:

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S1 Ep 5: Worst X-Men of all time 15:01

3y ago15:01

15:01

Noah and John talk about the worst X-Men of all time and talk about the new injustice movie. Sub to the patreon and follow @nerdtok everywhere

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Episode 22. Backstage with: Dr Margaret Ikpoh 47:52

3y ago47:52

47:52

Dr. Margaret Ikpoh is a GP partner and current RCGP Faculty Chair for Humber and The Ridings. She's also Associate Director of Primary Care for Hull and York Medical School, a Fellow of the Royal College of General Practitioners, one of of the co-champions of Yorkshire and Humber Clinical Research Network, a member of RCGP council, and she's a mum …

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S1 Ep 4: Spider-Man (feat Tripchavez) 15:27

3y ago15:27

15:27

Trip Chavez joins us, we discuss venom and Spider-Man (spoiler warning). Every talks about their favorite Spider-Man and Spider-Man movie. For more of Tripchavez go to this link https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdMDeUQQ/. Follow Nerdtok everywhere.

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Bonus Episode: Super Hero Throw Down (feat. Jerry) 30:27

3y ago30:27

30:27

Jerry Joins us once again for our first bonus episode. We discuss a Fictional character tournament. Thanks to Jerry for joining us and check out his show whatswrongwithyoucast. Subscribe to our patreon Jerry didn’t come through.

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S1 Ep 3: Captain America (feat Nathan) 15:08

3y ago15:08

15:08

This episode John gives controversial opinions about Captain America whereas Noah, and Nathan defend him. For more of Nathan go to this link https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdMDYtSd/. Follow Nerdtok everywhere.

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