Best Nanton Podcasts (2024)

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Next stop Botswana with Barolong Seboni 33:02

5d ago33:02

33:02

In this fortnight’s episode, join Gyles and Aphra Brandreth as they find out more about Botswana and its rich poetic traditions. Speaking to Barolong Seboni, a distinguished retired academic and poet. Barolong shares his fun and insightful translations of Botswanan proverbs, offering a window into the culture and poetry of the country. Poems this e…

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Next Stop Zambia with Dambisa Moyo 44:41

23d ago44:41

44:41

In this fortnight’s episode, Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Baroness Dambisa Moyo who shares her story growing up in Zambia. Dambisa is an economist and author who has written books, including four New York Times Bestsellers. Dambisa was named in the list of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World. Poems this episode include: Tiyen…

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Next stop The Bahamas with Marion Bethel 50:50

1M ago50:50

50:50

In this fortnight’s episode, Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Marion Bethel, an esteemed Bahamian poet and attorney. Bethel, renowned for her award-winning poetry collections like "Guanahani, My Love" and "Bougainvillea Ringplay," shares insights into her life, inspirations, and the vibrant cultural landscape of the Bahamas. As she delves into her po…

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Exploring Malawi with poet and activist Tendai Shaba 27:20

2M ago27:20

27:20

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth speak to Tendai Shaba, a renowned Malawian poet and activist. Tendai shares how he has used poetry to campaign on issues including gender based violence, climate change and advocating for safe motherhood. Poems this episode include a poem in Chichewa language addressing a relationship that has ended; Oh God…

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Next stop Barbados with spoken word poet Cyndi Celeste 48:46

2M ago48:46

48:46

Inspired to be a poet since the age of six when they saw the spoken word poet Adrian Green at the National Independence Festival of Creative Arts, Cyndi wrote their first spoken word poem nine years later. Since then, Cyndi has been a three-time NIFCA award winning poet who has represented Barbados in poetry slams and festivals in Africa, Europe, a…

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Man of Steel - Ellie Mannette 28:48

3M ago28:48

28:48

At the turn of the last century, steel pan pioneer Ellie Mannette was filmed in Port of Spain, Trinidad, the subject of a documentary, ‘Man of Steel’, by Caribbeing® founder, Yao Ramesar.Mannette, who can justifiably lay claim to the title of father of the modern steel drum, provides here a revealing chronology of the invention and evolution of the…

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Next Stop Namibia with activist-poet Keamogetsi Joseph Molapong 44:22

3M ago44:22

44:22

In this podcast episode, join hosts Gyles and Aphra Brandreth as they engage in a compelling conversation with Namibian poet Keamogetsi Joseph Molapong. Broadcasting from Windhoek, Namibia's capital, Keamogetsi, an activist-poet, sheds light on his passion for using poetry as a tool to amplify the voices of rural communities. Explore the challenges…

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Next stop St Vincent and the Grenadines with spoken word poet Philip Nanton 27:25

3M ago27:25

27:25

In this fortnight’s episode, Gyles and Aphra Brandreth engage in a conversation with Philip Nanton, a writer and spoken word performer who was originally born in St Vincent and currently resides in Barbados. Philip shares his compelling story, breathes life into his poetry, and delves into his recent project — a biography on the overlooked Vincenti…

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Celebrating a ‘Youth Powered Commonwealth’ with Ayesha Dharker, Joanna Lumley, Meera Syal and Sanjeev Bhaskar. 35:07

3M ago35:07

35:07

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth celebrate young voices from across the Commonwealth featuring special guests, Ayesha Dharker, Joanna Lumley, Meera Syal and Sanjeev Bhaskar. We hear from the two young winners of the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition, 17 year old Siddhi Deshmukh - the Senior Winner from India, and 13 year old Shreeya S…

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Celebrating Christmas with seasonal poems from around the Commonwealth 38:29

4M ago38:29

38:29

Gyles and Aphra Brandreth share some of their favourite seasonal poems in this special episode of the Commonwealth Poetry Podcast. Joined by staff and students from the University of Chester reading poems that remind them of Christmas, the Holidays and Home. This is the perfect episode to get you in the mood for the festive season wherever you are …

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How poetry changed my life, a special episode with Jaspreet Kaur 45:10

4M ago45:10

45:10

In this special episode of the Commonwealth Poetry Podcast Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Jaspreet Kaur, a spoken word artist, writer and teacher from East London. Jaspreet is committed to using writing and spoken word to tackle issues including mental health stigma, and in this episode she shares how poetry has helped her to overcome her own menta…

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The “Kingdom of the Sky” with Rethabile Masilo 23:40

5M ago23:40

23:40

This week Gyles and Aphra Brandreth’s journey takes them to Lesotho, a land locked, mountainous country in Africa. They speak to Rethabile Masilo, an award winning poet who is the author of four poetry collections: Things that are Silent (Pindrop Press, 2012), Waslap (The Onslaught Press, 2015), Letter to Country (Canopic, 2016) and Qoaling (The On…

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In Conversation with Award Winning Indian Poet Sudeep Sen 45:29

5M ago45:29

45:29

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet award winning Indian poet Sudeep Sen. Born and raised in New Delhi, Sudeep eloquently shares his formative influences growing up in a Bengali household steeped in poetry, literature, music, and dance. Describing poetry as ‘the oldest form of art’, Sudeep brings his art to life, reading a poem from his …

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Next stop Antigua & Barbuda with Joy Lawrence OH 31:29

6M ago31:29

31:29

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Joy Lawrence an educator, author of several books delving into the rich folklore and history of Antigua and Barbuda, and a talented poet. Joy's interest in her country's history was kindled when she discovered that Bethesda, her hometown, was home to the first slave school in the British West Indies. E…

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Exploring Ghana and its poetry with Apiorkor 42:14

6M ago42:14

42:14

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Apiorkor Seyiram Ashong-Abbey, a Ghanaian-American Poet, Author, Literary Critic, and Activist. Apiorkor shares her reflections on modern Ghana, speaking about her optimism her country, as well as her determination to speak out and explore important issues, particularly to elevate the global voices of …

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Next stop, The Gambia - the smallest country in West Africa, bringing you some amazing poetry. 41:15

7M ago41:15

41:15

In this episode Gyles & Aphra Brandreth’s journey around the Commonwealth takes them to The Gambia where they meet poet, short story writer, biographer and critic Dr Tijan M. Sallah, described by critics as one of Africa’s most significant poets and writers. Tijan shares his story growing up in Sere Kunda, Gambia, and the influence his teachers had…

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Exploring Wales and its poetry with Sioned Wiliam 40:28

7M ago40:28

40:28

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth explore the riches of the Welsh langue and Welsh poetry with author and British comedy award winner Sioned Wiliam. Sioned shares her story growing up in a Welsh speaking home, and her passion for the Welsh language and this beautiful country. Poems this episode include: My first love was a Plover by Twm Mor…

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Bees and Poetry! 34:51

8M ago34:51

34:51

In this episode Gyles & Aphra Brandreth meet Gladstone Ewart Franklin Solomon, a beekeeper living in Tobago, who shares his passion for bees and honey. Find about Bees for Development, a global charity which has helped some of the world’s poorest people become self-sufficient through beekeeping for over 30 years. With poems from poet Maria Bristol-…

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S2E9 - Interview with Jade Nanton of Living Body Wise - Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 26:22

8M ago26:22

26:22

This week Annmarie is speaking to Jade Nanton of Living Body Wise. Have you heard of 'Cognitive Nutrition'? Jade's approach to helping women live 'body wise' combines her experitse in Congitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and nutritional coaching. She works with groups and individuals - all with the vision of helping each woman to be the healthiest t…

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Discovering Singapore and its poetry with Eric Tinsay Valles 38:49

8M ago38:49

38:49

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth’s journey around the Commonwealth takes them to Singapore where they meet award winning poet and director of Poetry Festival Singapore, Eric Tinsay Valles. Painting a vivid picture of Singapore today, Eric recounts his personal journey of relocating to the city-state and delves into the thriving world of po…

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S2 Ep8 - I'm changing my mind - Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 21:29

8M ago21:29

21:29

After two months off, Annmarie is back and is going through a change of mind. Thank you to those who checked in to make sure she was still alive :) In this episode she shares about how changing her mindset is taking a lot longer than she thought it would. Have a listen to how she intends to succed in creating a new positive mindset, which will in t…

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Next stop Bangladesh with Mozammel Hossain KC 40:57

9M ago40:57

40:57

In this episode, Gyles and Aphra Brandreth explore the wonders of Bangladesh and its poetry with Mozammel Hossain KC. Mozammel shares his inspiring journey from a small village in Bangladesh to becoming the first Bengali-speaking Criminal lawyer in the UK to be appointed Queen’s Counsel. He showcases Bangladesh's rich literary heritage with heartfe…

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Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Joey Coleman 33:11

9M ago33:11

33:11

On the latest episode of Now to Next, join host Nick Nanton as he sits down with special guest Joey Coleman, Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author, renowned speaker, and expert in customer and employee retention. In a rapidly changing business landscape, employee retention has become a critical challenge for companies of all sizes. High turnover …

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Exploring Dominica and it’s Poetry with Anella D Shillingford 38:21

9M ago38:21

38:21

Gyles and Aphra Brandreth speak to Dominican poet Anella D Shillingford. Anella is a poet and educator, teaching English Literature and History to Dominican students. In this episode Anella describes how her love for poetry and the arts developed growing up in the small but vibrant country of Dominica. Anella has published collections of her poetry…

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Riffing with Philip Nanton : The Shake Keane Story 32:35

9M ago32:35

32:35

Caribbeing® founder yAo Ramesar caught up with Vincentian writer Philip Nanton on a beach in Barbados, where he resides, to down a couple beers & talk about his seminal biography of legendary Vincentian jazzman & poet, Shake Keane. A reading from RIFF : https://youtu.be/8Ftq0RQcm5I Jazz & poetry by Shake Keane :https://youtu.be/mFtbP1wQaAo Launch o…

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Next stop Malaysia with award winning poet Bernice Chauly 39:52

10M ago39:52

39:52

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth’s journey of discovery leads them to South East Asia where they delve into the vibrant world of Malaysian poetry. Meeting with Bernice Chauly an award-winning Malaysian poet, novelist, educator, and former festival director, through heartfelt storytelling Bernice paints a vivid picture of her upbringing in …

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Talking poetry, the Commonwealth & a cat called Attlee with The Speaker of the House of Commons 42:09

10M ago42:09

42:09

In a special episode of the Commonwealth Poetry Podcast, Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the British House of Commons. Recorded from the Palace of Westminster, Sir Lindsay discusses his commitment to strengthen and renew the UK’s ties with the Commonwealth and British Overseas Territories. With a guest appearance fro…

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S2 Ep7 - An interview with Julie Sipes - Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 25:42

10M ago25:42

25:42

In this week's episode, Annmarie has the privelege of speaking to an inspirational lady who is on a mightly weightloss journey. Julie Sipes has gone from more than 600lb to less than 300 and counting... This episdoe is a real inspiration and a story of resilience and the grace of God in Julie's life. You can keep following her progress on her Insta…

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Celebrating Fathers & Poetry 33:58

11M ago33:58

33:58

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth bring you a special episode celebrating Father’s Day. The father and daughter duo explore the origins of Father’s Day, and what it means to them. Remembering his own father, and his love of poetry, Gyles discusses the joy and benefits of learning poetry by heart. Poems this episode exploring fatherhood incl…

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Discovering St Lucia and its Poetry with Kendel Hippolyte 50:28

11M ago50:28

50:28

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Kendel Hippolyte an award winning poet, playwright, director and sporadic researcher into areas of Saint Lucian and Caribbean arts and culture. Kendel shares his love of St Lucia and its rich culture. Discussing the influence of poets including William Blake, who he describes as a poet who spans the po…

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S2 Ep6 - The ANGRY Episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 19:20

11M ago19:20

19:20

Annmarie is angry. Angry at food corporations, drugs companies, weight loss companies, and herself. But it's just making her more determined to press on and be as strong, fit and healthy as possible, for as long as possible. She mentions a couple of articles linked below... Novo Nordisk article Article about The Global Diabetes Drugs Market. And he…

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Next stop Jamaica with award winning poet Lorna Goodison 38:17

12M ago38:17

38:17

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Jamaica’s former poet laureate Lorna Goodison. Recalling her upbringing growing up in a busy home where different influences shaped her voice, she still remembers the poetry she learned by heart as a child, reciting Wordsworth’s I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud from memory. In 1986 she won The Commonwealth…

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Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Rebecca Zung 40:53

12M ago40:53

40:53

It's time to SLAY your future negotiations! On the latest episode of Now to Next, we welcome Rebecca Zung, Attorney and Negotiation Expert, for a deep dive into her world and the complexities alongside it. Rebecca has become an expert on dealing with, and negotiating with, narcissistic people. She's created a very successful YouTube channel and pro…

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Discovering Uganda ‘The Pearl of Africa’ with Patricia Kabuleeta 49:10

12M ago49:10

49:10

In this episode Gyles & Aphra Brandreth find out more about Uganda, once described by Winston Churchill as the ‘Pearl of Africa’. Speaking with Patricia Kabuleeta, Minister Counsellor at the Uganda High Commission in London, she shares her experiences growing up during the struggles in Uganda. Sharing poems that talk about the impact of the covid p…

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S2 Ep5 - The path to permanent change - Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 17:07

12M ago17:07

17:07

This week Annmarie shares about the changes that have happened over the last few weeks. The benefits ot the therapy and the 'type' of therapy she is having. It's been a wonderful few weeks for her. She mentions Episode 3 of Season 2 - Can I change the story? Where she shares her concern for the little girl in a old photograph of herself. Support th…

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Exploring Mozambique and its poetry 34:41

1y ago34:41

34:41

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet Albertina Mac Donald the High Commissioner for Mozambique in the UK. Discovering more about Mozambique and sharing poems that explore its past. Poems this episode include: If you Want to Know Me by Noemia de Sousa read by Wilma Terresa Vieira; and Black Outcry by José Craveirinha, translated by Stephen…

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Next stop Solomon Islands with Honorary Consul John Freeman 25:56

1y ago25:56

25:56

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth’s journey of discovery takes them to the Pacific to hear about Solomon Islands and its poetry. Meeting with the Honorary Consul for Solomon Islands in the UK, John Freeman, he shares his memories from his time spent there as a magistrate. On the islands there are at least 63 distinct languages spoken and Jo…

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S2 Ep4 - A 'What's that about?' whine - Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 19:04

1y ago19:04

19:04

This week, Annmarie is having a good old whine at the whole food and diet malarky on social media. What is THAT about? She refers to the last episode when she shared about a phot of her as a child. She's now a woman with a handbag but she's a bit afraid to use it... :D Support the show As always, thanks for listening. Would you like to buy Annmarie…

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Talking Poetry and Pakistan 50:17

1y ago50:17

50:17

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth are at the Riverside Studios in London meeting Urdu poet Dr Javaid Sheikh and his daughter Fatima. Describing Pakistan in just a minute, both Javaid and Fatima talk about Pakistan as it was when Dr Sheikh was growing up, and Pakistan for them both today. Discussing differing styles of poetry in Pakistan and…

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Walking Around the Commonwealth with Hugo Vickers and Jim Walker 34:34

1y ago34:34

34:34

Did you know, there is a 1,000 km walkable path connecting the Commonwealth? In this week’s episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth go on a virtual walk to find out all about the work of the Commonwealth Walkway Trust. Speaking to the Trust’s CEO Jim Walker, and to Royal Biographer and trustee Hugo Vickers, together they share their stories of walking in…

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S2 Ep3 - Can I change the story? Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 22:37

1y ago22:37

22:37

If you follow Annmarie on social media, you'll have seen the picture on Annmarie as a little girl. That pic used to make her sad, but not anymore. Can Annmarie change the story? How about her response to it? And Frankie is back, cos it turns out Annmarie is a bag lady! Click here to find out more about about the free Dreambuilder workshop she menti…

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Discovering Malta and its Poetry with the Maltese High Commissioner 29:00

1y ago29:00

29:00

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet with H.E. Emmanuel Mallia, High Commissioner for Malta in the UK. Emmanuel Mallia talks about the part that poetry has played in his life, describing poetry as something that you feel inside. Discussing the poetry of Malta from the oldest known literary text in the Maltese language, a poem dating from …

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Next stop Sri Lanka with Danny Sriskandarajah, CEO of Oxfam UK 38:13

1y ago38:13

38:13

Join Gyles and Aphra Brandreth as they meet the Chief Executive of Oxam, Danny Sriskandarajah, who shares his story growing up on a small island in Sri Lanka. Recalling the happy memories of his childhood as well as the lasting impacts of the Sri Lanken civil war that would displace his family. Danny reads poems from the ancient Tamil text, Thiruku…

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S2 Ep2 - The Vision Trousers (and other garments that don't fit) Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 21:21

1y ago21:21

21:21

Annmarie is back with apologies for the email fail last week and a pair of vision trousers! Full of motivation and ready to recommit to her vision of health and well-being, she will try not to annoy you with her enthusiasm :) She mentions the Dreambuilder course she is doing and you can find out more about Dreambuilder here. Support the show As alw…

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Discovering Tuvalu with H.E. Dr Sir Iftikhar Ayaz 44:48

1y ago44:48

44:48

Join Gyles & Aphra Brandreth as they venture to the west-central Pacific Ocean to explore the 4th smallest country in the world by land mass, and a country where the population is less than 12,000, Tuvalu. Speaking to the Honorary Consul General for Tuvalu in the UK, H.E. Dr Sir Iftikhar Ayaz, we learn about Tuvalu’s past and its future, in a count…

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S2 Ep1 - A new start for Words, Wobbles and Wisdom 16:27

1y ago16:27

16:27

Thank you for you patience as I've taken a break from the Podcast. I thought it was time to give it up. But I decided it was actually time to shake it up. Have a listen, and let me know what you think x Support the show As always, thanks for listening. Would you like to buy Annmarie a coffee? (TIA) :) Don't forget to go the website and sign up to t…

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Exploring New Zealand with former High Commissioner to the UK – His Excellency Bede Corry 27:43

1+ y ago27:43

27:43

In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth’s journey around the Commonwealth takes them to New Zealand where they meet H. E. Bede Corry – the New Zealand High Commissioner to the UK at the time of recording and now the Ambassador to the USA. Meeting at the High Commission in London, he shares his love of New Zealand, and Literature, and discusses Ne…

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ROBBER TALK: Brian Honoré 14:26

1+ y ago14:26

14:26

A fraction of interviews with Midnight Robber Brian Honoré filmed by yAo Ramesar for his series on Trinidad's traditional Carnival characters.

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Celebrating the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition Winners with special guests Geri Horner, Alexandra Burke and  Ayesha Dharker 41:50

1+ y ago41:50

41:50

Start the new year with a special podcast episode recorded from the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace. In this episode Gyles and Aphra Brandreth meet the young winners from across the Commonwealth of the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. With special guest appearances from three of the ambassadors of the Royal Commonwealth Society: Geri …

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Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Mark Schaefer 46:24

1+ y ago46:24

46:24

Welcome back to Now to Next! On the latest installment, we welcome Mark Schaefer, Author and Marketing Strategist, for a conversation surrounding one of the last great marketing concepts in today’s day and age. We're exploring the power of 'community' and why it's become such a powerful marketing tool for businesses and entrepreneurs. We're also di…

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