Mike Grogan is a Kaizen Expert and Management Consultant who has helped dozens of companies in the Philippines increase their output and efficiency. Directly mentored by Toyota Sensei’s and Certified as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Mike has helped companies from multiple different industries implement Kaizen in America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and now the Philippines. Since 2014, Mike’s programs have impacted over 100,000 Filipinos. Irish native Mike is the author of five books and t ...
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Hello and welcome to Trash Talk with Count Binface, It's the smash-hit podcast from planet Sigma IX which is now available on Earth. I've got a blockbuster of a new podcast - in a nutshell you can expect brilliant interviews and peerless analysis. It's a bit like The News Agents, but with fewer holidays. Launched for the 2024 Election it was such a success I've decided to keep interviewing some of your Earth experts to find out more about your planet (so I can conquer you). Make your next po ...
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Mastering the Room is a bite-sized podcast from GW’s Graduate School of Political Management, hosted by political analyst and professor Casey Burgat. In less time than the average morning commute, you’ll get smarter on today’s issues with information and perspectives you won’t get anywhere else. The podcast challenges guests to go beyond the Sunday show talking points and offer a deeper understanding of polarizing topics, discussing points of view that few have heard before. Whether you agre ...
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SUPER BOWL SPECIAL with Iron Mike Carlson
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34:38Happy Super Bowl weekend to those who celebrate (which is a LOT of you). Super Bowl LIX is expected to be watched by almost 200m humans (plus a visiting space warrior and Elon Musk). What makes it so popular? Is there anything to learn from its impressive marketing? Politics isn't afraid to borrow a bit of popular culture from time to time... so ca…
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Sharon McMahon Talks Political History, Headlines, and Histrionics
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54:17In this episode of Mastering the Room, host Casey Burgat sits down with Sharon McMahon—former high school teacher turned powerhouse civics educator—to explore the art of making history matter in today’s fast-moving digital world. Sharon shares how the 2020 pandemic reshaped her career, leading her to build a dynamic, multi-platform media presence d…
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Dr Joelle Grogan is a legal academic, and an expert in the rule of law, working in the fields of EU and UK public law. She's also the presenter of BBC Radio 4's The Law Show. At a time when the Rule of Law seems to have become more of a Gentle Suggestion of Law, when the leader of the free world is a convicted felon, we thought it was a good idea t…
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'Trump: The Sequel' with Isaac Davy-Aronson
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31:30Well... here we go again. President Trump - we salute you (not like Elon does) - you're President again. So to discuss what 'Trump: The Sequel' will look like we've invited Isaac Davy-Aaronson back to the podcast. As a supervising producer at US news network MSNBC and co-presenter of the excellent Déjà News pod he's seeing the political fallout of …
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Tariffs have been a part of U.S. economic policy since its inception. Historically, tariffs were a significant source of revenue for the U.S. government. The burden of tariffs is primarily borne by consumers, not foreign producers. Tariffs can hurt U.S. manufacturing by increasing the cost of intermediate goods. The interconnected nature of the glo…
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Welcome to the first episode of 2025... and our final episode before President Trump: The Sequel is released. Guest: Sathnam Sanghera - author of Empireworld and Empireland - who started his career dressed as the Newsbunny on Live TV (If you know, you know) but has since worked for the Financial Times and is now an acclaimed author of the aforement…
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Chaos theory applied to social systems reveals the profound impacts of small events. Every decision, no matter how small, can influence larger outcomes. The past is not always a reliable predictor of the future. Uncertainty can be both a source of joy and fear in life. Political leaders often face impossible questions with no clear answers. Recogni…
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Merry Christmas Earthlings! To celebrate your special day here's our gift to you - a bonus edition of Trash Talk. And in keeping (inn-keeping?) with British Christmas TV tradition it's coverage of a sporting event that took place weeks ago someone much sunnier. Enjoy this episode, have a great Christmas, and we'll be back with more Trash Talk in th…
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Please note that this episode will self-destruct some time around 2090... along with the rest of humanity. As COP moves on having once again failed to reverse the climate catastrophe playing out in front of us we speak to Matt Winning a climate scientist who delivers his environmental message through comedy. The perfect guest for this podcast. Is t…
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Martha Kumar from the White House Transition Project Talks Transition Season
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40:31Links The White House Transition Project Book: Before the Oath: How George W. Bush and Barack Obama Managed a Transfer of Power Book, Managing the President's Message: The White House Communications Operation Takeaways Presidential transitions involve filling about 4,000 positions. The first day of a new administration is crucial for setting priori…
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Did you know Count Binface has a croissant policy? No? Well who better to discuss it with than Bake Off winner Giuseppe Dell'Anno. Yes - we've got on a well-timed band-wagon - but that's politics for you. Until there's a space for Binface on the This Morning couch this is what you're getting. Anyway, enjoy the podcast - maybe even grab a cup of tea…
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Let it be known - of the 650 MPs in the current UK Parliament, Wendy Chamberlain was the first to say yes to an interview. The Member of Parliament for North East Fife, and Liberal Democrat Chief Whip joined us to discuss the Lib Dem election strategy, Trump, Kemi and of course... croissants. Only 649 MPs left on our list. If you're an MP reading t…
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Political Commentator and Consultant Tim Miller on The Future of the Republican Party
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44:40Links Tim on X/Twitter Tim on insta Tim's podcast, The Bulwark Tim's latest book: Why We Did It: A Travelogue from the Republican Road to Hell Takeaways Tim Miller emphasizes the importance of sports as an escape from politics. Miller's political journey has been unconventional and filled with challenges. The 2012 Republican autopsy aimed to broade…
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WTF? Amy Hoggart spent much of the last two US Presidencies starring on 'Full Frontal with Samatha Bee' - but as you'll hear she's not thrilled at the result of the US Election this week... despite it's obvious potential for satire. We won't lie... this isn't the most 'positive' episode we've ever recorded. Never mind - the campaign to Make Earth G…
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Former Trump Administration Official Joe Grogan and Author Kenneth Lowande Talk Presidential Power
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46:14Links Kenneth Lowande, Associate Professor of Political Science, Associate Professor of Public Policy (by Courtesy), Faculty Associate at the Center for Political Studies at the University of Michigan Latest book, False Front: The Failed Promise of Presidential Power in a Polarized Age At UM Joe Grogan, Former Director of the Domestic Policy Counci…
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Ah... the smell of Polling Day in the morning. As the (for now) United States of America go to the polls this episode is (mostly) dedicated to discussion of Harris vs Trump with Isaac-Davy Aronson supervising producer at US news network MSNBC and co-presenter of the excellent podcast Déjà News alongside Rachel Maddow. But it's not all stars & strip…
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Richard Bacon has spent most of the past decade living in the USA dreaming up TV formats like Jimmy Carr's 'I Literally Just Told You...' so it's a real thrill that he's our first guest of in this week of American Election specials. By the way - he's not just on because he once lived in the US - he's also been on an intimate* walk in the woods with…
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The Bindependence Day UK Comedy Tour is over... so it's back to weekly podcasts! Thank goodness - because it's been the Budget this week, and there is a lot to discuss. Plus there's an exceptional guest this episode - it's Sunday Times (and Bette Midler endorsed) satirical cartoonist Nick Newman. As well as creating funny drawings Nick is a comedy …
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Journalist Mike Pesca Talks the Media Landscape
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42:51In this conversation, Mike Pesca, host of The Gist, discusses the evolution of news media, the impact of audience expectations on journalism, and the challenges of maintaining integrity in reporting. Mike reflects on the rise of 'miserabilism' in media, the importance of engaging interviews, and the need for journalists to hold political figures ac…
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Have you seen Count Binface on his UK Comedy Tour? If you haven't then we have some good news - it's not finished yet, AND this episode was recorded backstage at one of his London dates. Mitch Benn pops by for a chat, and there's a big announcement regarding one of Count Binface's most popular manifesto pledges... in fact it's officially Jess Phill…
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Election Analyst Dave Wasserman Talks 2024 Election
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49:44Dave Wasserman grew up fascinated by politics and elections. Handicapping races involves both qualitative and quantitative analysis. Polling accuracy has improved since 2016, but challenges remain. Demographics are shifting, particularly among Hispanic voters. Pennsylvania is a crucial state for the upcoming election. The Senate race is more favora…
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This week Ceefax celebrated its Golden Anniversary (if you don't count the fact that it got binned a dozen or so years ago). Reintroducing Ceefax has always been a key manifesto pledge - so we've dedicated this episode to its birthday. Please feel free to share your favourite pages (340 for cricket) on social media or in the comments for this podca…
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By her own admission, Miranda Sawyer doesn't remember much about the 90s, but thankfully for us it was her job to write stuff down - so she's written a wonderful book called Uncommon People: Britpop and Beyond in 20 Songs about the decade which is suddenly back in vogue, and indeed back in Vogue. On this episode Miranda tells us all about the gatek…
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A slightly different podcast this week marking the start of the Bindependence Day comedy tour. Count Binface is giving an alien’s visor view of Britain, with his own brand of sci-fi satire and, of course, his unbeatable manifesto. Get up close to the Count and be proud you can say you were there on the march to Bindependence Day! The pod was record…
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We're back - after a recharging week off, the podcast is back with EPISODE 20 and what an episode for you this week as Professor Alice Roberts helps write a new manifesto point (mandatory roller-skating for doctors) we big up open-access science, and discuss the possibility that ancient humans were just taking the piss. Plus we say farewell, goodby…
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Fresh from her run at the Edinburgh Festival comedian and actress Ria Lina gives Count Binface the lowdown on which deadly viruses we should be most afraid of, why she doesn't like whips and who could win the US Election for Kamala Harris. If you do think you might be suffering from symptoms of M Pox, Sloth Fever or any other exotic diseases please…
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The second part of our 'state of journalism' deep dive - this week with The Daily Mirror columnist Susie Boniface aka the Fleet Street Fox. On the agenda for this episode; Elon Musk (as ever), who's fit (and proper) enough to own the media, anonymity and the future of print journalism. Also - fair warning - this episode contains more swearing than …
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For 18 years Matthew Wright hosted a daily news and discussion show called The Wright Stuff so he knows a thing or two about the media and the changing shape of British politics. It's a fascinating conversation covering the recent UK riots, the concept of truth, tabloid journalism, and of course... the internet. If you have time for more Count Binf…
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Welcome to the Gold Medal winning* podcast 'Trash Talk... with Count Binface' In this episode we're talking borders. As the poet Robert Frost once wrote; good fences make good neighbours, and as Tony Hatch (and his wife Jackie) wrote; everybody needs good neighbours, Neighbours should be there for one another, that's when good neighbours become goo…
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This week Stewart Lee is on the pod. Twice voted 'Funniest Comedian' on Sigma XI Stewart is torn on whether he wants Donald Trump to win the US Election (for a very selfish reason!), and has some excellent advice for anyone (say, a bin-headed count from off-world) who might be heading on their debut comedy tour. This really is a great episode - it'…
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Welcome back Count Binisters. Doesn't the election seem like a long time ago? Missing it? Well don't worry - we'll be here each week with a new episode, and there are plenty of other elections to look forward to / stand in. In this episode Iain Lee asks some tough questions, reminisces about 'The 11 O'Clock Show', and reveals who he voted for... in…
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Actor Richard Schiff Talks The Real World Of The West Wing
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59:19Takeaways Richard Schiff's upbringing in New York City and his early involvement in political activism shaped his interest in politics. The West Wing had a profound impact on young people, inspiring many to pursue public service, but the show's influence has diminished over time. Schiff reflects on the challenges of maintaining a West Wing mentalit…
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Welcome to the first of the weekly post-election pods! Keep your human ears here for more expert analysis of the British political system, but expect a more global perspective as we explore some of Earth's other elections - we see you USA. In this episode Professor Rob Ford from the University of Manchester, and part of the team of psephologists re…
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What did Binface say to Rishi at the count? Which radio presenter did the Count p**s off? What is next for the leader of the Recyclons? All is revealed in this bonus episode of Trash Talk featuring behind the scenes exclusives from the Richmond & Northallerton count. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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The 'count' with mathematician Matt Parker
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31:16The polls have closed, and now... the count. Joining Count Binface on this episode AND in Northallerton sports centre is stand-up mathematician and author Matt Parker - official stat-checker of the Count Binface campaign. Enjoy this bonus episode - and come back for the next one... THE RESULT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…
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It's time for Number 10. No no. Count Binface isn't moving into Downing Street just yet. This is episode number 10 of Trash Talk, and this is the first of three DAILY episodes as we enter the trilogy of the last day of campaigning, polling and results. In this episode the esteemed editor of Private Eye Ian Hislop discusses his favourite whoopsies f…
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It's Election week! Old Binface has been all over the 'mainstream media', from a profile in The Guardian to the expert analysis of Radio 4's More or Less. More (or less) on that in the pod. This episode is dedicated to the arts...from an appearance at the Glastonbury Festival to a brilliant interview with comedian turned musician Nitin Sawhney. We …
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Reporter Tim Mak on the Russo-Ukrainian War
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36:32Takeaways Human interest stories and immersive journalism can create empathy and understanding in war reporting. Empathy and authoritarianism cannot coexist. Reporting on traumatic events requires self-care and attention to mental well-being. The war in Ukraine has implications for the global order, and the United States' engagement is crucial. Tit…
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Things are hotting up... and I don't just mean the weather (that sentence won't make sense 6 months from now). Who's your money on? (Apart from a suspicious amount on a July election) In this episode Paul Gorton from The Traitors joins us to help us identify a traitor from a faithful politician and shares the malevolent minister he and Harry would …
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Welcome to debate number 713 of this 2024 General Election campaign... but the only one that matters. The BBC, Sky & ITV have all shunned old Binface - but don't worry - he's made his own. Asking the questions is a true titan of UK news broadcasting, and one of the most popular newsreaders on Sigma IX - Simon McCoy. PLUS... once the grilling was ov…
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EMERGENCY PODCAST It's arrived. The Count Binface Party Manifesto for the General Election 2024. All 24 pledges explained, and exclusively for your podcast listeners some behind the scenes audio from our market research conducted at a special charity comedy gig at the Museum of Comedy last week. Share the manifesto on social media - @CountBinface L…
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Welcome back to Trash Talk... with Count Binface. With the campaign reaching the half-way point Count Binface has upped his public appearances - first at London's Museum of Comedy, and last night at the Oxford University Union... more on that in the pod. In this episode Eliot Higgins from Bellingcat gets a suspicious visitor during the recording. A…
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Law Professor Stephen Saltzburg on Trump Convictions
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35:57Donald Trump has been convicted on 34 felony counts in the state of New York, related to falsifying records to conceal campaign violations. The jury selection process was carefully conducted to ensure a fair trial, with questions about jurors' news sources and potential biases. The jury's quick deliberations and unanimous guilty verdicts were not s…
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Maybe this will be the closest we come to getting a Conservative politician on the podcast - comedian Rosie Holt went viral during lockdown for her depictions of spoof MP Rosie Holt (we know it's confusing - just go with it). In this episode Rosie talks about the inspiration behind her character, and what might become of her on election night. Plus…
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A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT & Zoe Garbett from the Green Party
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29:05It's the BIG ANNOUNCEMENT you've all been waiting for This podcast comes from one of the UK's 650 juicy parliamentary constituencies. But which one? Find out on the pod - plus Green Party London Assembly Member Zoe Garbett shares stories from our time as rivals, the party's plans for the General Election and some tips for getting noticed. Don't for…
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Welcome back! Since we were last together the former US President Donald Trump has been convicted in a New York Court. In COMPLETELY UNRELATED news his buddy Nigel Farage has decided to u-turn and run for election in the UK. What an campaign this is turning out to be... and we don't even have the full list of candidates yet ;o) In this episode poli…
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The federal budget is a complex and abstract topic that is difficult to make relatable to people, but it is important because it affects the strength of the economy, national security, and the ability to address new challenges. Mandatory spending, which includes entitlement programs like Social Security and Medicare, is a major driver of the budget…
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Welcome to the first episode of Trash Talk... with Count Binface. The first human guest is comedian Al Murray, a man who knows a thing or two about elections having stood as a candidate in South Thanet against Nigel Farage. Enjoy the first of our Election 2024 specials, and remember to make your vote Count. Links: If you're new to all things Count …
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The Award Winning*, Chart-topping** podcast launches soon on Earth. After beating Britain First in the London Mayoral Elections, Count Binface is back - and taking on his biggest challenge yet. Join Count Binface and special guests as they Count-down to the 2024 UK General Election. It's time to take out the trash... July 4th will be Bindependence …
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Lorenzo Santos is a Democratic challenger from Wisconsin running for Congress because of his love for his community and belief in his unique skill set. He has a background in politics and grassroots organizing, which has allowed him to understand the challenges and experiences of other candidates. Santos emphasizes the importance of engaging with v…
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