Best Nigel Baker Podcasts (2024)

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Are Nigel Farage and Elon Musk about to transform UK politics? 17:08

11d ago17:08

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This week, Keir Starmer made a keynote speech laying out his six milestones for how the Labour government should, in his view, be judged at the next election. It's not the first time since taking office he has launched a set of campaign promises, but it's the most significant time for doing so as talk is rife about how Elon Musk and Nigel Farage co…

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Normalising violence - the response to Luigi Mangioni 12:50

5d ago12:50

12:50

In the last week, there has been much comment on the astonishing internet response to the murderer of CEO Brian Thompson. Large numbers of people have expressed support and admiration for the action, have heralded Mangioni as a folk hero, and used the incident to air their grievances about American health insurance companies. In this video, I talk …

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407 - Knitting Renaissance Meets Nostalgic Sips 1:14:01

7d ago1:14:01

1:14:01

In an episode celebrating South Australian innovation in unexpected places, Bickford’s Group Marketing Director Chris Illman shares how a 150-year-old drinks maker is modernising adult soft drinks while preserving quirky local traditions like our distinctive brown lime cordial. Between sips of their sophisticated new Pineapple Passion Fruit and Clo…

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Do-it-yourself cults - are you in one? 20:17

12d ago20:17

20:17

Lots of groups in these polarised times get accused by their opponents of 'being in a cult'. And sometimes, actually quite often, they have a point. But beware, because half the time while you're pointing to someone else's cultish behaviour, you might be ignoring the self-same telltale signs in your own. So what are the aspects of actual real-life …

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UK Parliament approves assisted dying - at least in principle 13:31

20d ago13:31

13:31

The UK Parliament today debated a groundbreaking assisted death bill that could reshape how we approach end-of-life care. The Labour Party has brought forward legislation that would introduce new palliative care options for terminally ill adults, while ensuring strict safeguards around euthanasia and human rights protections. It's one of those huge…

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Electric vehicles facing struggles worldwide 12:30

22d ago12:30

12:30

We know the story - China is dominating the EV industry with its remarkable and cheap cars which the Western bloated manufacturers simply can't compete with. But of course, there's a lot more going on than that. In China, most of those companies are losing money hand over fist, trying to get enough market share so they can be one of the handful lef…

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The British farmers protests - explained 17:39

24d ago17:39

17:39

In the UK, farmers are protesting in a way they haven't in recent times. They are furious about proposed inheritance tax changes to be brought in by the Labour government. The government claims the changes will only affect a tiny minority. The national farmers union claim they have got their numbers wildly wrong. Who's right - and is there a better…

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America's extremes are tearing it apart 18:30

26d ago18:30

18:30

One of the regular topics of discussion in the media in the US recently has been how polarised and divided the country has become, even to the extent where there is regularly speculation about what a new civil war would actually look like, if things continued to worsen. How did America get here? How did it end up with two parties of extremes circli…

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China has now caused more global warming than the EU 15:46

29d ago15:46

15:46

This week sees the COP29 conference on climate change, where the expectation is that the next US president will walk away from the issue, leaving China a golden opportunity to step into the role of global leadership it covets. And the landmark we learned this week has been reached - that China's cumulative emissions are now greater than those of th…

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406 - Bowerbird Design Market 2024: A Guide to Meaningful Gift-Giving 1:13:18

1M ago1:13:18

1:13:18

In our main interview, Peggy Byrne discusses the 15th anniversary of Bowerbird Design Market, exploring the tension between consumerism and thoughtful acquisition while showcasing how handmade and thoughtfully-designed items can add value without contributing to clutter. In the SA Drink Of The Week, we taste Victor Harbor Gin from Heaps Good Spirit…

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Trump's cabinet picks get wild - but can they get through? 20:28

1M ago20:28

20:28

Matt Gaetz, Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F Kennedy Jr are amongst the recent names released by President-Elect Trump as his nominations for his cabinet. To say the least, they have caused something of a stir - a lot more so than his earlier picks. Why are they controversial? Will they get through the confirmation process? And will Trump try to sidestep…

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Why Kamala lost and Trump won big 20:55

1M ago20:55

20:55

After years of our lives being taken up by the campaign for the US presidency, we finally have a result. And against the apparent polling, it is a clear and unambiguous result. Donald Trump has performed the most remarkable political comeback, has cemented his role as a transformational president in the politics of the United States, and at a strok…

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405 - Triggered By Cancel Culture And Political Pairing 1:20:06

2M ago1:20:06

1:20:06

First up, we're joined by Robert Godden to dissect the centuries-old tradition of 'pairing' in politics, a practice where MPs offset each other's absence to maintain voting fairness. However, this tradition faces threats in today's hyper-connected world, where political integrity can be overshadowed by social media activism and public shaming. Foll…

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The US election is here, and it got even more stupid 13:58

2M ago13:58

13:58

The US election has ... finally ... arrived. It's all over, bar the shouting. Except that the shouting has gotten pretty loud, and it's likely to continue for quite some time after the election has taken place. This possibly counts as one of the dumbest elections in American history - and if possible it got even dumber over the last week. Let's rec…

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Ep 12. Josh Smyth - ARCH CAPITAL 26:59

2M ago26:59

26:59

Josh Smyth is an Associate Advisor for Arch Capital, a highly qualified independent financial advice company. They are professionals with Chartered Accounting and Certified Financial Planning qualifications who use a rigorous investment philosophy and access to the world's best academic research to ensure client portfolios are commendably construct…

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404 - Polish Those Bay To Birdwood Cars And Polish Off That Australian Whisky With A Dash Of Blues 1:17:05

2M ago1:17:05

1:17:05

Welcome to episode 404 of The Adelaide Show, and today we’re celebrating craft, both in whisky and in cars, with a touch of blues to finish off. Our main guest today is Paul Burnett, distiller at 23rd Street Distillery in Renmark. Paul has taken the reins at this iconic South Australian distillery and continues to build on its legacy, with two of t…

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Ep 11. Libby Newman - VANGUARD 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

Libby Newman is an Investment Specialist, Strategy and Research with Vanguard Australia. In this role Libby is responsible for supporting Vanguard's distribution team by connecting the adviser community with Vanguard's extensive investment and strategic research. https://www.vanguard.com.au HOST - Nigel Baker PRODUCER - Andrew O'Brien…

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Ep 10. Ben Jennings - JENNINGS PARTNERS 34:07

2M ago34:07

34:07

Ben is a director of a boutique business service chartered accountancy firm with a specific focus on small and medium business. The services Jennings Partners provides are for business owners who are seeking peace of mind in having a registered finance professional look after their book-keeping, business financials and accounting. https://www.jenni…

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403 - Those Dry Stone Walls Revisited 1:12:06

2M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

In this episode, we take apart the story of South Australia’s iconic dry stone walls, stone by stone. Our guest, Bruce Munday, take us on a captivating journey across the state, exploring the history and craftsmanship of these enduring structures. As we uncover the tales behind each wall, we celebrate the skill and dedication of both past and prese…

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Ep 9. Tim Findlay - CATO ADVISORY 37:31

3M ago37:31

37:31

Tim Findlay is an accomplished senior financial professional with over 20 years experience in corporate and commercial lending, sales, relationship management and operations. He is the owner of Cato Advisory located in Young NSW. After growing up on a farm in Cowra in the NSW Central West, Tim attended Charles Sturt University in Bathurst before em…

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Ep 8. Pauline Blight-Johnston - HELIA 30:59

3M ago30:59

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Pauline Blight-Johnston is CEO and Managing Director of Helia, Australia’s largest lendersmortgage insurer. An actuary with more than 30 years of global industry experience in wealthmanagement and insurance, Pauline is passionate about driving customer focusedinnovation and building inclusive working cultures.…

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402 - Pleasing You Was Important At John Martin's 1:04:22

3M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

Most South Australian's of a certain age, remember John Martin's Department Stores with great fondness. And now, 26 years after the doors closed, Paul Flavel has brought Johnnies back to life with a magnificent, hard cover book. He's our special guest, taking us down memory lane after five solid years of research and story gathering. There is no SA…

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401 - The Hills Are Alive With The Sound Of Theatre 1:11:16

3M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

It takes a family to raise a theatre company, so we gathered Stirling Players family members, Erik Strauts, Bronwyn Chapple, Anita Zamberlan Canala, and Probir Dutt, to take is into some of its rich heritage and interesting moments. The SA Drink of the Week is from Howard Vineyard, which supports the work of Stirling Players. And in the Musical Pil…

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Ep 7. Ian Whitworth - SCENE CHANGE 28:52

3M ago28:52

28:52

Ian is a reformed branding and advertising creative director turned entrepreneur, co-founder of national corporate audiovisual company Scene Change. He studied as a vet, got expelled, and became a corporate AV technician. He was exposed to radioactive megadoses of corporate motivator shtick, and realized they’re generally 99% Showbiz and 1% busines…

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Ep 6. Brigitta Hembrow-Gersey - ARCH CAPITAL 26:58

4M ago26:58

26:58

Brigitta is a Certified Financial Planner & Accredited SMSF Association Specialist Adviser. She speaks four languages and in 2022 was the winner of the Gwen Fletcher Memorial Award, “recognising the highest achiever in the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Certification Unit, with demonstrable dedication to providing high-quality financial advice”…

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400 - Balancing Heritage And Progress With The Adelaide Lord Mayor 51:15

4M ago51:15

51:15

Welcome to the landmark 400th episode of The Adelaide Show! This week, we’re celebrating a significant milestone with a special guest, Lord Mayor, Dr Jane Lomax-Smith AM. Our discussion delves into the challenges and opportunities of balancing heritage preservation with modern development in Adelaide, especially in the face of growing pressures to …

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Dave Schofield on The Power of Networking and The People That Will Make Your Business Successful 45:28

4M ago45:28

45:28

Today we discuss essential skills for small business owners including strategic networking, prioritising your time, and the importance of trust. In this final episode for this Start, Build, and Grow podcast series, host Rob Lawrence interviews Dave Schofield, a seasoned professional with over 46 years of experience in various roles in the banking s…

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Ep 5. Dave Segal - FRONT ROW GROUP 34:09

4M ago34:09

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Dave Segal and ex Wallaby captain Phil Kearns founded Front Row Group over 20 years ago and have shaped the company into a boutique marketing consultancy firm, offering its clients a range of unique entertaining, hospitality and marketing services.

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399 - The Inaugural South Australian Gin Showdown 54:25

4M ago54:25

54:25

Welcome to episode 399 of “The Adelaide Show”, where spirits soar as high as our conversations dive deep! This episode is a playful showdown between Port Adelaide’s finest, Michelle and Michael, and Adelaide Football Club’s spirited duo, Tina and Alexis. Join us as they taste and spar over the Carn The Pear Gin from Never Never Distilling Co and Th…

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398 - Baking a Difference: Car 13 The Bakers on the SA Variety Bash Trail 56:00

4M ago56:00

56:00

Hello and welcome to the episode we are referring to, internally, as "Rolling Dough and Raising Spirits" or should that be "Raising Dough and Rolling Spirits"? It's about The SA Variety Bash which is underway today, the day we are releasing this episode (10th August 2024), and the main interview was recorded inside Car 13 The Bakers, which my compa…

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Ep 4. Ash Cooper - JELLY C 33:54

4M ago33:54

33:54

Ash Cooper has 20 years of highly successful experience as an accomplished business development and relationship builder within the global financial markets sector. He is currently the co founder of Jelly C, a cutting edge digital assets company. jellyc.io Host - Nigel Baker Producer - Andrew O'Brien…

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Peter Basford on Building Strong Customer Relationships 34:10

5M ago34:10

34:10

Peter Basford, an experienced banking professional turned director and business coach joins host Rob Lawrence in today's podcast interview. Peter shares his experience working with others to help them grow their businesses; from his extensive background and his role in the Start Build Grow program, which supports new startups. In this chat, Peter e…

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Ep 3. Scott Aggett - HELLO HAUS 22:10

5M ago22:10

22:10

Scott Aggett is Australia’s leading property negotiator and founder of Hello Haus, a busines revolutionising the Australian property buying experience. Leveraging his 30 years of experience, including 3,500+ property transactions across three continents, Scott’s expertise helps clients buy homes faster and at the most competitive prices. https://he…

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397 - Chris Pitman On Shore Break 1:22:18

5M ago1:22:18

1:22:18

In this episode, we explore the textured life and inspirations of Chris Pitman, a South Australian actor and playwright. Chris discusses the upcoming season of his one-man show "Shore Break," at the Adelaide Festival Centre. The play, inspired by his encounters with societal "isolates" along the coast, delves into the poignant narratives of those l…

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Ep 2. Anthony Aboud - PERPETUAL 29:26

5M ago29:26

29:26

With over 25 years experience in the financial sector Anthony is currently Deputy Head of Equities for Perpetual. Prior to joining Perpetual, he worked at Ellerston Capital for six years, where he was the Portfolio Manager for the Ellerston Capital Global Equity Management Fund for. Before Ellerston Capital, Anthony worked as an Analyst at UBS Inve…

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Simon Baker on Innovating for a Sustainable Future 33:14

5M ago33:14

33:14

In this podcast episode, host Rob Lawrence interviews Simon Baker, CEO and Co-founder of Hydrogenus, a startup specialising in low-carbon hydrogen projects. Simon, with over 30 years of experience in the energy sector, discusses his transition from corporate multinational roles to founding a startup focused on low-carbon hydrogen projects. In our c…

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Ep 1. Stirling Mortlock - XV CAPITAL ADVISORY 27:00

5M ago27:00

27:00

Stirling Mortlock AM is a Founding Partner of XV Capital Advisory, a sports advisory and investment firm that invests in global sports innovation. A world renowned representative rugby player, he represented the Australian Wallabies, the ACT Brumbies and the Melbourne Rebels captaining all teams during his inspirational rugby career. www.xvcapitala…

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Money Never Sleeps 2:41

5M ago2:41

2:41

The trailer for Money Never Sleeps, a new podcast By Nigel Baker. Presented by Scientiam.com.au

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396 - South Australian Storytellers 1:23:17

5M ago1:23:17

1:23:17

We’re thrilled to bring you a unique blend of conversation and music. Uncle Ken Jones from the Boandik community is here to talk about his deep connection to country and his incredible life stories, all from the heart of the Limestone Coast. And we’ve got John Schumann, whose songs capture the Aussie spirit in ways that stick with you long after th…

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Rob Hall on Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Strategies For Business Success 34:26

5M ago34:26

34:26

In this podcast episode, Rob Hall, an experienced corporate and small business coach, discusses, with host Rob Lawrence, the common challenges, pitfalls, and mistakes entrepreneurs face. Rob emphasises the importance of distinguishing between working in the business and working on the business; highlighting that many business owners struggle with t…

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Andy Skinner on Mastering Business Processes 33:36

6M ago33:36

33:36

In this podcast episode, host Rob Lawrence interviews Andy Skinner, the founder of AMS Business Consultants, about the critical role of business processes. Andy, a seasoned Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, shares insights from his extensive experience in process improvement; revealing the importance of understanding and designing effective process…

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395 - Redgum-flavoured Mid Year South Australian Politics Pulse Check 1:14:54

6M ago1:14:54

1:14:54

You'll be sitting in on a unique and eclectic political analysis with our in-house pollster, Robert Godden. Inspired by the poignant lyrics of Redgum, we'll dissect the mood of the electorate and explore burning issues from nuclear energy debates to the controversies of political donations and the ongoing strain on South Australia's hospital system…

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Nigel Sandbrook on Unlocking Small Business Potential with Personality Profiling 39:28

6M ago39:28

39:28

In this podcast episode, host Rob Lawrence interviews Nigel Sandbrook, a seasoned commercial banker with a 40-year career in manufacturing and banking, on the importance of effective communication, and how personality profiling can help support relationships in a small business setting. Our conversation today shares practical insights on applying p…

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Alison Beech on How Action Learning and Group Coaching Can Accelerate Your Business Growth 43:04

7M ago43:04

43:04

Alison Beech, a member of the Start Build and Grow program and the Business Growth Coaches Network, discusses with host Rob Lawrence, the value of action learning and group coaching. She explains the structured process of Action Learning, where participants share challenges and gain insights from peer feedback in a safe, non-competitive environment…

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Justin Nevison-Grainger on Funding Your Business 38:31

7M ago38:31

38:31

How do you fund your early start-up business? In this podcast episode, host Rob Lawrence discusses with Justin Nevison-Grainger, a seasoned corporate finance expert, the importance of validating business ideas, seeking honest feedback, and understanding commercial finance for new business owners. Justin also explains funding options, including gove…

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394 - Sherlock Holmes And His Adelaide Connections 1:28:06

7M ago1:28:06

1:28:06

How do you find someone to talk about Sherlock Holmes and his Adelaide connections? You talk to ABC Adelaide – it’s elementary, Dear Watson, and it’s how I connected with today’s guest, Peter Dunn. The SA Drink Of The Week this week is an award winning Galway Pipe Tawny Port. And in the Musical Pilgrimage, we feature the new album by Professor Flin…

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Kat Dancey on Branding Strategies for Business Growth 43:40

8M ago43:40

43:40

In this podcast episode, host Rob Lawrence interviews branding expert, Kat Dancey on how branding extends beyond the visuals of an organisation to the values, culture, and customer experience. We discuss the multifaceted nature of branding in business: Kat emphasises the importance of branding from the beginning and aligning it with business operat…

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393 - All Aboard The South Australian Tourism Bus With Craig Haslam 1:47:13

8M ago1:47:13

1:47:13

Come on a journey into the world of sustainable tourism with Craig Haslam, a pioneer in enhancing South Australia's environmental and tourist landscapes. Discover how Craig's company, Untamed Escapes, is setting new standards in eco-tourism and hear about his advocacy for the region, along with his belief in how the foundation of all good tourism i…

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Matt Sykes on Effective Strategies for Successful Selling 53:36

8M ago53:36

53:36

In this podcast episode, host Rob Lawrence interviews sales expert and author, Matt Sykes, who shares practical tips for small business owners and insights from his extensive experience in sales coaching and training. Matt shares his views on the distinctions between sales and marketing, the importance of understanding customer needs, and the value…

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392 - Leadership Drought: A Call to Wine Australia Amid Small And Family Winery Despair 2:08:46

9M ago2:08:46

2:08:46

Whether you drink a little bit of South Australian wine, or a lot, your decisions about what you buy and where you buy it from, make a big difference. We sit with three passionate people from the wine industry, today, and they have some tales of woe to share, some stories about labour of love they all carry out, and some messages to those of us who…

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