Best Treisman Podcasts (2024)

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David Bezmozgis Reads Sarah Shun-lien Bynum 1:08:35

22d ago1:08:35

1:08:35

David Bezmozgis joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Likes,” by Sarah Shun-lien Bynum, which was published in The New Yorker in 2017. Bezmozgis is a filmmaker and writer. He has published two story collections and two novels, “The Free World,” which was a finalist for the Governor General's Award and the Giller Prize, and “The Betrayers,” wh…

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Greg Jackson Reads Jennifer Egan 1:14:37

2M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

Greg Jackson joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Safari,” by Jennifer Egan, which was published in The New Yorker in 2010. Jackson has published a story collection, “Prodigals,” and a novel “The Dimension of a Cave,” which was one of The New Yorker's Best Books of 2023. He has been publishing in the magazine since 2014.…

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Sterling HolyWhiteMountain Reads Roberto Bolaño 1:09:13

3M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Sterling HolyWhiteMountain joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Labyrinth,” by Roberto Bolaño, translated from the Spanish by Chris Andrews, which was published in The New Yorker in 2012. HolyWhiteMountain is a Jones Lecturer at Stanford, and grew up on the Blackfeet Reservation in Montana.By WNYC Studios and The New Yorker

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Rivka Galchen Reads Aleksandar Hemon 1:06:54

4M ago1:06:54

1:06:54

In the two hundredth episode of the New Yorker Fiction Podcast, Rivka Galchen joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Bees, Part 1,” by Aleksandar Hemon, which was published in The New Yorker in 2002. Galchen’s books include the story collection “American Innovations” and the novel “Everyone Knows Your Mother Is a Witch.”…

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Teju Cole Reads Anne Carson 52:56

5M ago52:56

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Teju Cole joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “1=1,” by Anne Carson, which was published in The New Yorker in 2016. Cole’s novels include “Open City” and “Tremor,” which was published this year.By Deborah Treisman

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Margaret Atwood Reads Mavis Gallant, Live 1:19:09

6M ago1:19:09

1:19:09

Margaret Atwood joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Varieties of Exile,” by Mavis Gallant, which was published in The New Yorker in 1976. Atwood is the author of more than forty books of poetry and fiction, including the novels “The Handmaid’s Tale” and “The Testaments” and the story collection “Old Babes in the Wood,” which was published e…

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Lucinda Rosenfeld Reads Annie Ernaux 45:31

7M ago45:31

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Lucinda Rosenfeld joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Returns,” by Annie Ernaux, translated from the French by Deborah Treisman, which was published in The New Yorker in 20233. Rosenfeld is the author of five novels, including “I’m So Happy for You” and “Class.”By The New Yorker

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Andrew O’Hagan Reads Donald Antrim 1:16:11

8M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Andrew O’Hagan joins Deborah Treisman to discuss “An Actor Prepares,” by Donald Antrim, which was published in The New Yorker in 1999. O’Hagan is the author of six novels, including “The Illuminations” and “Mayflies,” which was published in 2020 and won the Los Angeles Times Christopher Isherwood Prize.…

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David Means Reads Lorrie Moore 1:00:16

9M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

David Means joins Deborah Treisman to discuss “Face Time,” by Lorrie Moore, which was published in The New Yorker in 2020. Means is the author of a novel and six story collections, including “Instructions for a Funeral” and “Two Nurses, Smoking,” which came out in 2022.By The New Yorker

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George Saunders Reads Claire Keegan 1:11:10

10M ago1:11:10

1:11:10

George Saunders joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “So Late in the Day,” by Claire Keegan, which was published in The New Yorker in 2022. Saunders is the author of the novel “Lincoln in the Bardo,” and five story collections, including “Tenth of December” and “Liberation Day,” which came out last year.…

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#31 - How To Be a Man Part 2 w/ Jindy Mann and Toby Erith 25:50

11M ago25:50

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What is it to be a man in the current workplace? The discussion around men, and the part that masculinity and masculine gender roles play in Leadership is one that is often approached with some degree of trepidation. In this second part of a two part episode, Phil, guest Jindy Mann (founder of the organisation: Leader, Brother, Son) and co-host Tob…

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Ottessa Moshfegh Reads David Means 1:00:55

11M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Ottessa Moshfegh joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Two Ruminations on a Homeless Brother,” by David Means, which was published in The New Yorker in 2017. Moshfegh is the author of four novels, including “My Year of Rest and Relaxation” and “Lapvona.”By The New Yorker

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#30 - How To Be a Man w/ Jindy Mann and Toby Erith 43:02

11M ago43:02

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What is it to be a man in the current workplace? The discussion around men, and the part that masculinity and masculine gender roles play in Leadership is one that is often approached with some degree of trepidation. In this first part of a two part episode, Phil is joined by Jindy Mann (founder of the organisation: Leader, Brother, Son) and co-hos…

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#29 - Building Soulful Organisations w/ Joachim Stempfle 33:20

12M ago33:20

33:20

In this episode, Phil King is joined by Joachim Stempfle. Joachim is the founder and owner of leadership and organisational development company A train. The duo discuss his personal journey and what stands behind the work that he does. They delve into the self organised nature and structure of Atrain as well as some of the challenges and opportunit…

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Jonas Hassen Khemiri Reads Vladimir Nabokov 56:32

12M ago56:32

56:32

Jonas Hassen Khemiri joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “A Slice of Life,” by Vladimir Nabokov, translated from the Russian text of 1925, by Dmitri Nabokov, in collaboration with the author, which was published in The New Yorker in 1976. Khemiri is a Swedish fiction writer and playwright whose novels include “The Family Clause” and “Everyth…

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#28 - Organisational Trauma: The Soulful Approach to Processing Trauma in Organisations w/ Toby Erith and Karen Treisman 46:55

1y ago46:55

46:55

A new episode of the Search for the Soulful Leader releases today. Phil has recently become fascinated with the idea of ‘Organisational Trauma.’ Eager to uncover the processes of working through trauma, Phil is joined by Toby Erith (Systemic Coach, Facilitator, Change Maker) and Clinical Psychologist, Dr Karen Treisman. Together, the trio explore t…

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#27 - Leading Truly Inclusive Organisations w/ Robin Christopherson and Catherine Williams 50:42

1y ago50:42

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This week, Phil King is joined by Catherine Williams and Robin Christopherson to discuss diversity and inclusion in organisations. Robin Christopherson of UK tech charity AbilityNet, is recognised as a leading expert on accessibility and digital inclusion. He is a regular speaker, raising awareness of the power and potential of technology to transf…

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Saïd Sayrafiezadeh Reads Samuel Beckett 1:16:48

1y ago1:16:48

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Saïd Sayrafiezadeh joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Ill Seen Ill Said,” by Samuel Beckett, which was published in The New Yorker in 1981. Sayrafiezadeh is the author of a memoir and two story collections, the most recent of which, “American Estrangement,” was published in 2021.By The New Yorker

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#26 - Demystifying the Dilemma of Workplace Wellbeing w/ Oli Patrick 46:25

1y ago46:25

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This week, Phil King is joined by co-founder of 'Future Practice', Oli Patrick. A physiologist and leading expert in lifestyle management. He speaks widely on the application of contemporary wellbeing strategies and consults to businesses and individuals globally. Oliver was Head of Physiology at Nuffield Health where he led the largest team of app…

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Introducing: “In The Dark” 18:46

1y ago18:46

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We’re pleased to announce that “In The Dark,” the acclaimed investigative podcast from American Public Media, is joining The New Yorker and Condé Nast Entertainment. In its first two seasons, “In The Dark,” hosted by the reporter Madeleine Baran, has taken a close look at the criminal-justice system in America. The first season examined the abducti…

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Claire-Louise Bennett Reads Maeve Brennan 1:13:48

1y ago1:13:48

1:13:48

Claire-Louise Bennett joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Family Walls,” by Maeve Brennan, which was published in The New Yorker in 1973. Bennett has published two books of fiction, “Pond” and “Checkout 19.”By The New Yorker

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#25 - 'Under the Hood' of Humanity and Culture w/ Stan Slap 53:01

1y ago53:01

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In this first episode of the third season of The Search for the Soulful Leader, Phil King is joined by guest co-host Robert Shaw Cameron to sit down with New York Times best selling author and world-renowned keynote speaker Stan Slap. Together, Phil and Rob look 'Under the Hood' of organisational culture with Stan and explore the importance of huma…

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Clare Sestanovich Reads Alice Munro 1:12:14

1y ago1:12:14

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Clare Sestanovich joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Moons of Jupiter” by Alice Munro, which was published in The New Yorker in 1978. Sestanovich’s story collection, “Objects of Desire,” was published in 2021.By The New Yorker

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Gary Shteyngart Reads Weike Wang 1:07:56

1+ y ago1:07:56

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Gary Shteyngart joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Omakase,” by Weike Wang, which was published in *The New Yorker* in 2018. Shteyngart is the author of five novels including, most recently, “Lake Success” and “Our Country Friends.”By The New Yorker

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Ling Ma Reads Nicole Krauss 58:33

1+ y ago58:33

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Ling Ma joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Seeing Ershadi,” by Nicole Krauss, which was published in The New Yorker in 2018. Ma is the author of the novel “Severance” and the story collection “Bliss Montage,” which came out in September.By The New Yorker

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Jamil Jan Kochai Reads Yiyun Li 1:01:05

1+ y ago1:01:05

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Jamil Jan Kochai joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “All Will Be Well,” by Yiyun Li, which was published in The New Yorker in 2019. Kochai is the author of two books, the novel “99 Nights in Logar,” which was a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway Award, and the story collection “The Haunting of Hajji Hotak,” which is a finalist for the National …

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Madeleine Thien Reads Yoko Ogawa 1:10:28

1+ y ago1:10:28

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Madeleine Thien joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Cafeteria in the Evening and a Pool in the Rain,” by Yoko Ogawa, translated from the Japanese by Stephen Snyder, which was published in The New Yorker in 2004. Thien’s books include the novels “Dogs at the Perimeter” and “Do Not Say We Have Nothing,” which won the Governor General’s Li…

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Elif Batuman Reads Sylvia Townsend Warner 1:01:30

1+ y ago1:01:30

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Elif Batuman joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Truth and Fiction,” by Sylvia Townsend Warner, which was published in The New Yorker in 1961. Batuman is the author of one book of nonfiction, “The Possessed: Adventures with Russian Books and the People Who Read Them,” and two novels, “The Idiot” and “Either/Or,” which was published earlier …

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André Alexis Reads Italo Calvino 51:56

1+ y ago51:56

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André Alexis joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Waiting for Death in a Hotel,” by Italo Calvino, translated, from the Italian, by Martin McLaughlin, which was published in The New Yorker in 2006. Alexis’s novels include “Childhood,” “Days by Moonlight,” and “Fifteen Dogs,” which won the Scotiabank Giller Prize in 2015. 2022 © Italo Calvino…

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Akhil Sharma Reads Joyce Carol Oates 1:05:38

2y ago1:05:38

1:05:38

Akhil Sharma joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Zombie,” by Joyce Carol Oates, which was published in The New Yorker in 1994. Sharma is the author of the novels “Family Life” and “An Obedient Father,” which will be reissued in a revised version this month.By The New Yorker

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Rachel Kushner Reads Edna O’Brien 1:06:02

2y ago1:06:02

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Rachel Kushner joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Come Into the Drawing Room, Doris,” by Edna O’Brien, which was published in The New Yorker in 1962. Kushner is the author of three novels and most recently the essay collection “The Hard Crowd,” which was published last year.By The New Yorker

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Camille Bordas Reads Saul Bellow 53:17

2y ago53:17

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Camille Bordas joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “A Father-to-Be,” by Saul Bellow, which was published in The New Yorker in 1955. Bordas’s novel “How to Behave in a Crowd,” was published in 2017By The New Yorker

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#24 - Speak Up Culture w/ Stephen Shedletzky 45:00

2y ago45:00

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Phil and Cass are joined by Stephen Shedletzky (Shed) this week. Stephen discusses Speak Up culture, intention vs impact and duality in leadership. As a though-leader on psychological safety in the workplace, he supports leaders and organisations in all industries where human beings work. - For more episodes and extra content, check out our website…

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Sherman Alexie Reads Raymond Carver 1:10:11

2y ago1:10:11

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Sherman Alexie joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Where I’m Calling From,” by Raymond Carver, which was published in The New Yorker in 1982. Alexie is the author of nineteen books of fiction and poetry, including “Blasphemy: New and Selected Stories” and the novel “Flight.”By The New Yorker

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#23 - Purpose Led Leadership w/ Ben Osborn (Pfizer) 44:33

2y ago44:33

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This week, Phil and Cass are joined by Ben Osborn, former Managing Director of Pfizer in the UK. Ben talks through the responsibility of leading through the pandemic, empathy, core values and shifting leadership styles. Ben shared some remarkable insight and perspective around bringing your best self to work, recognising and harnessing strengths (a…

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Gish Jen Reads Grace Paley 59:23

2y ago59:23

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Gish Jen joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Friends,” by Grace Paley, which was published in The New Yorker in 1979. Jen is the author of nine books, including the novel “The Resisters” and the story collection “Thank you, Mr. Nixon,” which was published in February.By The New Yorker

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#22 - Tribe Culture with Garry Ridge (WD40) 40:40

2y ago40:40

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Phil and Cass are joined by Garry Ridge Chairman Of The Board & CEO - WD-40 Company, published writer and adjunct professor at San Diego university. Together, they discuss the value and importance of establishing and sustaining a strong, people centred organisational culture and sending your staff home happy. What is Conscious Capitalism?: https://…

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#21 - Laughter and Leadership w/ Sam Carrington 48:15

2y ago48:15

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Phil and Cass are joined by Sam Carrington: stand up comedian and founder of 'The Smirk Experience'. In this episode, the hosts and Sam explore the fascinating world of stand up comedy, the unseen bridge between business and comedy and the many ways in which the skillset and mindset required for standup might equally be applied in leadership. The S…

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Alejandro Zambra Reads Bruno Schulz 36:55

2y ago36:55

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Alejandro Zambra joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Loneliness,” by Bruno Schulz, translated from the Polish by Celina Wieniewska, which was published in The New Yorker in 1977. Zambra is a Chilean poet, novelist, and story writer whose most recent novel, “Chilean Poet,” will be published in English this month.…

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#20 - Leading with Genuine Care w/ Rob Dube (ImageOne) 51:50

2y ago51:50

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In this episode Phil and Cass are joined by Rob Dube Co-CEO of imageOne , author of ‘Do Nothing’ and Visionary/CEO of “The 10 Disciplines for Managing and Maximizing Your Energy”. Together they discuss genuine care, purpose, mindfulness and much more. Producer: James Court For more episodes and extra content, check out our website. Click on his nam…

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#19 - The Empathetic Soul w/ Gary Pleece (VYD) 38:00

2+ y ago38:00

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TRIGGER WARNING- This episode has reference to and mention of: sexual abuse, drug and alcohol abuse and suicide. If you feel these are topics you feel sensitive to, we totally understand and we will see you in the next episode. Phil and Cass are joined in the studio by Gary Pleece of Pleece & Co. and Managing Director of the Community Interest Comp…

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Kevin Barry Reads V. S. Pritchett 51:11

2+ y ago51:11

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Kevin Barry joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “A Family Man,” by V. S. Pritchett, which was published in The New Yorker in 1977. Barry is a winner of the International Dublin Literary Award and the author of six books of fiction, most recently the story collection “That Old Country Music,” which came out in 2020.…

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#18 - Selfless Leadership w/ Paul Kinkaid 40:29

2+ y ago40:29

40:29

In the final episode of 2021, Phil and Cass are joined by Paul Kinkaid. Paul founded the Selfless Leadership Group after 20 years’ experience of leading incredibly high performing teams in some of the most challenging environments imaginable. As an Army Lieutenant Colonel Paul commanded soldiers and elite units on five of the World’s seven continen…

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#17 - Wellbeing and Culture w/ Susan Bailey 47:09

2+ y ago47:09

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In this week’s episode we’re joined by Susan Morgan Bailey, Senior Vice President, Culture & Wellbeing Practice Leader at Marsh McLennan Agency. Susan brought us amazing energy, a sense of hope, and insight into how Jungian archetypes can affect our individual and collective leadership style. CultureTalk's Certified Partners: https://culturetalk.co…

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Will Mackin Reads George Saunders 56:08

2+ y ago56:08

56:08

Will Mackin joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Falls,” by George Saunders, which was published in The New Yorker in 1996. Mackin’s first book, “Bring Out the Dog,” was published in 2018 and won the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize for Debut Short Story Collection.By The New Yorker

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#16 - Positive Leadership w/ Brad Dalton 43:44

2+ y ago43:44

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Phil and Cass are joined by Brad Dalton, Author, Speaker, Positive leadership coach and Podcast Host. Brad shares his anecdotes and insight into what it really means to be a positive leader. Together they discuss the reality of turning up as yourself everyday, and actively choosing positivity. Brad Dalton's website and book: https://www.braddaltong…

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#15 - People First w/ Ben Askins (VERB) 42:49

2+ y ago42:49

42:49

In this weeks episode, Cass is joined by Ben Askins - Co-owner & Managing Director at VERB brands. Ben & co-owner Chris were awarded a Forbes 30 under 30 in Media and Marketing in 2020. They discuss the importance of being accountable to brand values; putting people first and using mistakes to grow. Producer: James Court For more episodes and extra…

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#14 - Soulful Narratives w/ Padraig O'Sullivan 48:50

2+ y ago48:50

48:50

On this weeks episode, Phil and Cass are joined by Padraig (Pod) O'Sullivan. Host of 'The Leadership Diet' Podcast and founding partner at 'The Leadership Context'. Together, they discuss, among many other things, the concept of 'Followership', and the value and importance of exploring your personal leadership narrative. The Leadership Context webs…

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Ben Lerner Reads Julio Cortázar 56:00

2+ y ago56:00

56:00

Ben Lerner joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “In the Name of Bobby,” by Julio Cortázar, translated from the Spanish by Gregory Rabassa, which was published in The New Yorker in 1979. Lerner is the author of seven books of fiction and poetry, including the novels “10:04” and “The Topeka School,” which was a finalist for the 2020 Pulitzer Pr…

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#13 - Authentic Liberation w/ Alexandria Butler (Twitter/ Sista Circle) 1:03:26

2+ y ago1:03:26

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In this weeks episode, Phil and Cass are joined by Alexandria Butler. Founder of 'Sista Circle: Black Women in Tech', together they discuss her experience of ‘authentic liberation’, the positive ways in which privilege can be harnessed by Leaders in the workplace, and the important role that ‘safe spaces’ play in enabling more open dialogue. Lexi's…

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