Best Leanne & Dave Podcasts (2024)

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For maximum business efficiency and demand, listen to people with Leanne Farnworth, Founder of LAMP 45:06

3h ago45:06

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Business is a human-centred endeavour, and the one thing you can guarantee about people is that they change constantly. So one of the challenges for businesspeople is to keep up-to- date with the shifting needs and attitudes of your customers and stakeholders.In this episode, James and Leanne discuss ways to engage the multiple relationships within…

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Stories from the SME Frontline: The Everhard Story with Gina Boyce Rowe, Chair, Everhard Industries 45:00

3d ago45:00

45:00

In this episode, we hear a story of Australia, of Australian manufacturing, of innovation and change, of resilience and adaptability.And of the ups and downs of family ownership as the business grows, adapts, and changes from generation to generation. It’s not a sexy business or a sexy range of products. But it’s the story of persistence, resilienc…

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The new challenge for ex-Defence personnel in your Supply Chains with Rhiannon Willis 48:41

17d ago48:41

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To coincide with Anzac Day, this episode unpacks the concerning emerging issue for ex-Defence personnel in your business and your supply chain. The Defence Amendment (Safeguarding Australia’s Military Secrets) Bill 2023 came into law in Australia on the 8th April 2024. The act has two arms: the first impacts ex-Defence personnel and ex-Department o…

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Beastly Theories (Ep. 105) The Wildman of Orford - with Pete Jennings 1:04:54

21d ago1:04:54

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Join me for episode 105 as I chat with the awesome - Pete Jennings! Pete is an Author, Folklorist, Historian, Anglo-Saxon Reenactor, Storyteller, and Pagan Activist— as well as an authority on the histories and mysteries of Suffolk! We talk about the strange legend of the Wildman of Orford. This naked, hairy, man-like beast was netted by fisherman …

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Why you need A.I. in your business now’ with Dave Phung, Chief Disruptor, GPTStrategic 45:29

1M ago45:29

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Generative AI is here and is a major game-changer for business and supply chains. In this episode, A.I. specialist Dave Phung guides us through the confusing and often challenging task of understanding the opportunities and challenges of AI in the workplace, and in implementing it.Dave tells us what AI can do for your business and how to help staff…

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Annual Wage Review – Ai Group submission 6:55

2M ago6:55

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Ai Group’s head of National Workplace Relations Policy, Brent Ferguson, speaks to Thomas Oriti on ABC NewsRadio, discussing Ai Group’s submission to the Fair Work Commission on the minimum wage.By Ai Group

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Emerging opportunities in Defence Industry supply chains with Sarah Pavillard, CEO Adriota 54:09

2M ago54:09

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Sarah returns to provide clarity to the confusing plethora of announcements coming out of government regarding the Defence Industry. With her usual insightful commentary Sarah explains what’s going on, what is means for business and what we should do next to capture the opportunity.In a wide-ranging and engaging conversation, Sarah explains the man…

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Beastly Theories (Ep. 104) Hairy Humanoids - with Andy McGrath 52:46

2M ago52:46

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Join me for episode 104, as I chat with.... uh... myself! ;) I thought that I might use this space to discuss some of the cultural and psychological aspects of cryptozoology and other fringe theorems. I discuss corroborative cryptids and reports of high strangeness in countries that have a shared ethnicity of culture, and why these background cultu…

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Innovate for business success with David K. Martin, Director Emerging Industries & Innovation 53:41

2M ago53:41

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Innovation is a fascinating and often misunderstood concept when it comes to business and business operations, but not for today’s guest, innovation specialist David Martin. Host James Scotland gets into an engaging and enjoyable deep dive with David on what innovation means for business and what businesses need to do to thrive through innovation. …

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Beastly Theories (Ep.103) Curious England - with H.E. Bulstrode 1:08:16

2M ago1:08:16

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Join me for episode 103, as I chat with Author - H.E. Bulstrode. H.E. shares how growing up in the West Country, a region strewn with ancient monuments and megaliths and steeped in curious carvings and historical curiosities, shaped his interest in the folklore of England. He shares a few peculiar tales from his best known book series - 'Curious En…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.102) Mysteries of Mercia - with Hugh Williams 1:07:38

3M ago1:07:38

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Hugh Williams was born in Worcester at the heart of the Midlands of England. He has spent years researching and exploring the strange and interesting places of the central counties and then telling their stories. An author, public speaker and consultant at the liminal space where history, folklore and the paranormal converge. We talk Megaliths, the…

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The keys to successful tendering with Leann Webb, Managing Director, Aurora Marketing 53:50

3M ago53:50

53:50

Leann Webb is widely regarded the undisputed pioneer of the bid management industry in Australia. With over 20 years in the industry, Lean has a deep expertise in managing bid responses for major and mega project bids, particularly in the construction, infrastructure, transport, and defence sectors. She also helps small-to-medium sized enterprises …

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What On Earth - Episode 31: The final episode (for now). 1:00:17

3M ago1:00:17

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This is the final episode of ‘What on Earth...’ for now. Over the summer break we did a strategic review and we’ve decided to take a break for now- we’ve covered the key issues many times and a short break will give provide an opportunity for the issues to develop before we re-analyse. The good news is the monthly ‘What on Earth….’ will be replaced…

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Brand IS business, Business IS Brand with David Schloeffel, CEO, Brandness 55:42

3M ago55:42

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Brand is business; business is brand’ with David Schloeffel, Chief Enabling Officer, Brandness.In this insightful episode, David talks about using the company brand to build resilience into the business. “Brand is your biggest asset and it’s critical to the success of any business, regardless of size”, he tells host James Scotland.In this fascinati…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.101) Investigating the Paranormal - with Ghostess Leanne 55:51

3M ago55:51

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Join me for an illuminating chat with Ghostess Leanne - the founding member and vice-chair of the UK Paranormal Society. Leanne gives me a deep dive into the fantastical theorems and philosophical formulas that are claimed to prove that the spirits of our nearest and dearest are, in fact, unconventional hangers-on and obstinate overstayers that now…

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An economist view of 2024 with Dr Jeff Wilson, Director of Research & Economics, Ai Group 44:00

4M ago44:00

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In this first episode of 2024 James speaks with his colleague at Ai Group, the Director of Research and Economics Dr Jeff Wilson. In a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation, James and Jeff talk through the lessons from last year and the current economic trends framing the year ahead. They then discuss the findings of the recently released repor…

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Holiday Special - Cross Cultural communication in building global supply chains with Louise McGrath 56:37

4M ago56:37

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Louise McGrath has been working in international trade for decades and now represents Ai Group and Australian industry at global industry meetings around the world.In this engaging conversation James and Louise share humorous stories and insights into the keys to effective cross-cultural communication in business, supply chains and international me…

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Leaders need to rest and reset with Kerryn Fewster, CEO Change 2020 52:04

5M ago52:04

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For this last episode of the year James chats with Kerryn Fewster, the CEO of Change 2020 about the year that’s been, the year ahead and the leadership issues of both: the two dissect multiple questions like: What have we learnt? what has changed? What do we need to do to prepare for the year ahead?.They investigate the generational change underway…

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What On Earth - Episode 30: Global Climate Conference in December 47:27

6M ago47:27

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In this episode- that last of 2023, the three amigos review the big issues of the last month, the upcoming events of note in the transition, and they review the year that was.Lots of things are discussed, including the upcoming Global Climate Change meeting in Dubai, the possibility of a Carbon Border Adjustment Tax for Australia and other countrie…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.100) The Quest for Loch Ness - with Alan McKenna 1:03:37

5M ago1:03:37

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Join me for episode 100 as I chat with Loch Ness Exploration founder - Alan McKenna. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZLMY9KeADg5ojhmKeZ6i7?si=5a5b7a26bc4846d6 Watch here: https://youtu.be/pgcXWFVTcME We discuss our mutual love of movies, our favourite actors - Gene Wilder and Michael Ironside and how the real reason that I married my wi…

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An update on Supply Chain Infrastructure with Michael Kilgariff 48:12

6M ago48:12

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Supply Chain Infrastructure in Australia is a big issue for ‘Supply Circles’ listeners so its good to speak with the renowned Michael Kilgariff on what is happening, and why.Michael is a senior executive in this sector with over two decades of high level experience. He’s been the National Director Energy Infrastructure Policy & Government Affairs f…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.99) Orang Pendek - with Dally Sandradiputra 48:26

6M ago48:26

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Join me as I chat with Cryptozoologist, Author, Researcher and expert on Sumatran fauna and flora - Dally Sandradiputra. Dally has been a field investigator and expedition consultant for many years, working alongside numerous scientists and cryptozoologists to discover evidence of Sumatra's very own diminutive cryptid ape - Orang Pendek ('short per…

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Beastly Theories (Ep. 98) Nessie is Back! - with Steve Feltham 58:26

6M ago58:26

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Join me as I catch up with legendary Loch Ness local - Steve Feltham! Watch here: https://youtu.be/i0TR54e5MGA Steve, who is the Guinness Book of World Records holder of the longest Loch Ness vigil, has spent the last 32 years investigating this mystery and is, in my opinion, the best-placed person to comment on the new resurgence of Nessie-mania. …

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Sustainable supply chains & the role of electric vehicles with Ross De Rango 52:51

6M ago52:51

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In this episode host James Scotland dives headfirst into the story of what Electric Vehicles will mean for your business. It’s a story of the sustainable supply chains of the future. A story of change, of current confusion, of coming regulations for business. It’s a story of digitalisation, of disruption, and of course, the decarbonisation of your …

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What On Earth - Episode 29: New government programs, a change in taxes and microgrids. 55:27

7M ago55:27

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Another busy month in the transition, and there’s a lot to discuss. This month the three amigos consider:- Will the transition deadline result in inflation in decarbonise resources?- The structure of future electricity grids and the role of microgrids in providing electricity. - The High Court’s decision to reject Victoria’s EV tax and what it mean…

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A.I., automation and the changing world of business with Matt Dunn. 44:50

7M ago44:50

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Today’s guest is not a bot… he’s a real person with a lot of knowledge of bots. And Artificial Intelligence. And Automation. And so much more.Matt explains how he discovered AI and went on to make it, and automation, his chosen career path. He says Artificial Intelligence and its huge potential for improved efficiency is his favourite topic and thi…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.97) Weird Wildlife - with Cookie! 1:32:25

7M ago1:32:25

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Join me as I chat British Wildlife with Cookie - field investigator, YouTube, podcaster and all-round animal lover! We discuss the curious case of Britain's out-of-place animals, like Crocodiles, Capybaras, Porcupines and Rhea birds, that have been witnessed in Britain's wild places and how the people often tear off more than they can chew when it …

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Beastly Theories (Ep.96) What Do They Want? - with Dave Emmons 1:42:02

7M ago1:42:02

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What are UFOs? Are Aliens real? Do people really get abducted? And, most importantly... what do 'They' want? Join me as I chat with writer, investigator and abductee - Dave Emmons! Dave shares his mysterious and sometimes harrowing encounters with Aliens and other lifeforms over the past 59 years, his unique insight into the alien agenda, and why h…

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The keys to sustainable businesses today with John Grimes, CEO Smart Energy Council 53:24

7M ago53:24

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Host James Scotland ask John Grimes for the keys to creating sustainable businesses in todays economy. John mounts a strong argument for moving your business to electric power via solar and batteries. He explains the numbers and the opportunities for business owners – this is an episode full of exciting insights and business ‘nuggets’James and John…

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What On Earth - Episode 28: Chinese Economy, British Politics, Australian energy prices & much more 58:41

7M ago58:41

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In this month’s ‘What on Earth...’ James, Tennant and Paul again examine the ‘issues of the day for the last month’ as we in Australia and globally transition to the post-carbon emissions business environment.The podcast asks ‘What on Earth’…. is going at a policy, economy, global and at the enterprise level as we race to Net Zero carbon requiremen…

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Business sustainability by smart product and system design with John Gertsakis 51:22

8M ago51:22

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In this episode we address the important emerging supply chain and business sustainability issue: The management concept of Product Stewardship….. The centrepiece of all supply chains is a good product but what actually is a ‘good’ product in the modern world. It’s a complex question with many of aspects to it, including ESG requirements, maximum v…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.95) The Yowie File - with Tony Healy 1:18:36

8M ago1:18:36

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Join me as I chat with Author, Researcher and Adventurer - Tony Healy to discuss his new book with Co-author Paul Cropper - The Yowie File. This awesome book documents the widespread belief among Australian Aboriginal people that huge, shaggy, man-like creatures lurk in the continent's rugged mountains and deep forests and attempts to document thei…

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I Chose to look the other way - by Don Merrell 1:46

8M ago1:46

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I Chose to look the other way - by Don Merrell by Ai GroupBy Ai Group

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From Adelaide to the world: The incredible story of the REDARC Group with Anthony Kittel 52:05

8M ago52:05

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This is the story of the mouse that roared. Of the small manufacturing business in a suburb in Adelaide that went from one product, one major customer to a well-respected, innovative, complex supply chain with a global brand in just 25 years. Still headquartered at the same location in South Australian the business now has operations, sales people …

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What On Earth - Episode 27: The Pilbara, Business Clusters and other opportunities 43:55

8M ago43:55

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With Tennant in China for High Level Dialogue meetings, Paul and James address a range of current issues. As James says; “it’s the podcast that discusses the transitioning economy issues of the day, each month. “This episodes contains interesting and insightful analysis and comment on a number of issues including:• The challenges and opportunities …

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Innes Willox On ABC NewsRadio 733am 4.9.23 8:26

9M ago8:26

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Innes Willox On ABC NewsRadio 733am 4.9.23 by Ai GroupBy Ai Group

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Cross Cultural communication in building effective global supply chains with Louise McGrath 55:50

9M ago55:50

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Louise McGrath has been working in international trade for decades and now represents Ai Group and Australian industry at global industry meetings around the world. In this engaging conversation James and Louise share humorous stories and insights into the keys to effective cross-cultural communication in business, supply chains and international m…

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Despatches from the SME Frontline No 2: With Mal Hiley, Managing Director, Baker & Provan 53:43

9M ago53:43

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In this 2nd episode focusing on the SME section of supply chains, James chats with Mal Hiley, the Managing Director of Baker & Provan, a successful Western Sydney engineering and services company with an international supply line. Baker & Provan, a family owned business have specialised in the manufacture and supply of quality engineering products …

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What On Earth - Episode 26: The emergence of pragmatic optimism in the Hydrogen Industry 53:31

9M ago53:31

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This month, James, Tennant and Paul have another wide-ranging conversation full of fascinating insights and observations. The podcast’s goal of unpacking this current major issues and the progress of the transitioning economy was certainly achieved this month…Issues covered are many including:• The emergence of clearer thinking in the green hydroge…

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Balancing Quality Standards with innovative fast-paced Product Design with Lucy Finlay 47:06

10M ago47:06

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Our guest is Lucy Finlay. James and Lucy have a wonderful chat about the tension and healthy conflict of ….innovative new products hitting the market quickly and…. the need to ensure standards are in place for these new products.Lucy is the Standards and Regulations Manager for Schneider Electric and the perfect person to ask. Think of this: We buy…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.94) The Monster of Meaning - with Jordan Warner 1:21:22

10M ago1:21:22

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Join me as I chew the fat with Jordan Warner, an independent filmmaker. Inspired by monsters and mysteries at such a young age, his interest in cryptozoology and filmmaking began when he created a short-lived YouTube documentary series titled “Cryptid Hunt.” Searching for cryptids such as Sasquatch and Mothman and interviewing many respectable indi…

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150 years and more of assisting businesses to thrive through change with Innes Willox, CEO, Ai Group 1:00:55

10M ago1:00:55

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Host James Scotland chats with the Chief Executive of Australian Industry Group, Innes Willox and learns of the organisation’s 150 years of continuous operation as the peak industry organisation supporting Australian business and industry. The conversation covers the history, the role and the importance of industry organisations,and considers the e…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.93) The Cryptozoology of Cats - with Carl Marshall 46:02

10M ago46:02

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Join me as I chat with Big Cat Researcher and Fortean Zoology Expert - Carl Marshall. Carl tells us about his introduction to cryptozoology, how his youth was spent assisting a taxidermist (his father) in preserving a variety of animals, and how he would often come home from school to find his father's latest work laid out on the kitchen table! Thi…

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What On Earth - Episode 25: Business opportunities in the transition. 53:35

10M ago53:35

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With Paul on holidays in Scotland, James and Tennant discuss the multiple emerging opportunities in the infrastructure build of the transition, both nationally and internationally. Tennant starts by laying out the challenge of establishing goals and targets for the new economy before moving on to the opportunities from the U.S. Inflation Reduction …

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Beastly Theories (Ep.92) Surfing the Surreal - with Paul Seaburn 1:18:18

10M ago1:18:18

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Join me as I chat with Comedy Writer, Music Lover and Mysterious Universe's Paranormal Aficionado - Paul Seaburn. Paul shares his life story, how he started out as a computer programmer and later accidentally fell into a career as a comedy writer, working for big names like Jay Leno and other iconic comedians...before eventually being drawn to the …

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The Challenge of designing and building global successful supply chains from Tasmania, Adam Blake 58:39

11M ago58:39

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In this episode, host James Scotland ask Adam Blake: ‘How do we, in Australia, build resilient and sustainable supply chains in and from Australia’.Blundstone is a 150-year, family-owned, Hobart-based, globally-successful boot and apparel manufacturer. The company sells over 3 million pairs of boots annually to multiple markets in over 70 countries…

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Beastly Theories (Ep.91) Fairy Films - with Joshua Cutchin and Allison Jornlin 1:13:09

11M ago1:13:09

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Join me as I chat with Authors, Joshua Cutchin and Allison Jornlin to discuss their new book, Fairy Films: Wee Folk on the Big Screen. A groundbreaking collection of essays, that masterfully knit the historical, folkloric and perhaps even factual influence that faeries have on the art of film. Watch here: https://youtu.be/G0jvTyjzptU We talk about …

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Beastly Theories (Ep.90) Aquatic Anomalies - with Michel Raynal 1:22:37

11M ago1:22:37

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Join me as I chat with Michel Raynal, a researcher and author of numerous articles and books on cryptozoological phenomena. Watch here: https://youtu.be/Zbhpxiw4L6w We discuss his cryptozoological origins, what makes an animal a cryptid, and his tireless endeavour to keep cryptozoology research within the boundaries of the scientific method! Michel…

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The academic view of Sustainability Trends, Value Chains and Supply Chains 59:27

11M ago59:27

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James chats with two leading Australian supply chain academics and explores climate change, value chains, value-creation risk assessments, resilient business models and several other current and emerging issues.Lots of good discussion points including recognising investment as the answer to value risk, the urgency of recognising and identifying mul…

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What’s next for circular supply chains with Rachael Wilkinson. 33:06

11M ago33:06

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With our podcast host James Scotland on holidays overseas our podcast today is the re-release of the audition podcast James recorded with a former Ai Group employee. Whilst there are technical difficulties, its an engaging interview. Here’s the synopsis:What exactly is the circular economy, and where is it at in Australia today? Is circular economy…

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