Best Alex Gervais Podcasts (2024)

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CM 271: Anna Goldfarb on Modern Friendship 42:14

12h ago42:14

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We know how important friendships are. At the very least, for our health and well-being. But we also know how hard it gets to make and keep friends over the course of a lifetime, especially as we move, change jobs, and have families.That’s why Anna Goldfarb’s book, Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections, is so important. We n…

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Could we end homelessness? Charity boss says it's a 'political choice' not to 2:19:17

5h ago2:19:17

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Homelessness is up 14% this last year alone, with more than 300,000 homeless people according to latest figures.But, can we really end homelessness? This charity boss believes so, and says it's a political choice not to.P3 is a charity than improves the lives and communities of tens of thousands of people a year, by delivering services to support p…

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‘X-Men ’97’ VFX Supervisor Chris Graf 15:59

3h ago15:59

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This Marvel Animation series revisits the iconic ’90s show with a retro-fresh look and more tales of this band of mutants who use their special gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them.By postPerspective

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Dana White said to me: 'You don't know what you've just done' - Mark Weir interview 2:44:39

1h ago2:44:39

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== Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday ==This week's guest is a true pioneer of mixed martial arts.Mark 'the Wizard' Weir etched his name into the history books with the fastest ever knockout on his UFC debut, the first time the promotion came to the UK in 2002.That night, UFC boss Dana white told Mark: ‘Years from now you remember th…

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CM 270: Alex Budak Helps Us Become Changemakers 49:35

21h ago49:35

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Most of us believe we can make a difference in the world. That we can have an impact. What holds us back from acting on those beliefs are often the doubts. Doubts about our skills, our credentials, even our roles at work.Alex Budak studied the research and interviewed the changemakers, and he argues we can all be changemakers, no matter our resumes…

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Robin Ince - on Ricky Gervais, his upbringing, ADHD, working with Professor Brian Cox and more 2:02:11

4h ago2:02:11

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== Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday == This week's guest is comedian, poet, performer and one half of BBC Radio 4's The Infinite Monkey Cage, Robin Ince. We talked about everything from his love of books, comedy and science through to his time on tour with Ricky Gervais, working with Professor Brian Cox, his upbringing, family and …

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Alex Bourne - on starring in 'the most hateable TV show ever made' 1:25:07

6d ago1:25:07

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== Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday ==This week's guest is super prime estate agent Alex Bourne (joined on and off by his lovely dog, Noodles). - Oh, and forgive the pesky gremlins and the weird intro glitch, thank you, please -Alex had a starring role in Netflix's Buying London, giving viewers a glimpse at the houses and the prope…

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CM 269: Dacher Keltner on How Awe Helps Us Thrive 56:41

12d ago56:41

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This year, we witnessed a solar eclipse. Walking the streets of my neighborhood that day, looking through my solar eclipse glasses and sharing them with others, I felt a profound sense of awe.And I saw that awe, that wonder, reflected in the faces of the people around me. For one or two hours, we were part of something bigger than ourselves. And th…

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Could there be a sequel to Cool Runnings? Tal Stokes on life, hating the film he inspired and more 2:38:07

13d ago2:38:07

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== Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday == Dudley 'Tal' Stokes was the captain and founding member of the Jamaican bobsled team the hit Disney movie Cool Runnings was based on. He competed at the 1988, 1992, 1994 and the 1998 Winter Olympics, and after his competitive career, became a coach and the president of the Jamaican Bobsleigh F…

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‘Griselda’ Editor Joaquin Elizondo 24:15

29d ago24:15

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We talk about his workflow on the Netflix series as well as his involvement in mentoring other editors.By postPerspective

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Big John - the man behind the BOSH 1:21:08

20d ago1:21:08

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== Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday == You know he loves a Chinese. You know he loves a bosh. In this interview, filmed at Chariots fish and chip shop in Romford (NOT ESSEX RICH, you blithering idiot), you'll get to know the real Big John. He dismisses the idea of being an influencer, and that's one of the reasons I wanted to have …

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CM 268: David Robson on Overcoming Loneliness

26d ago

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Social connections are one of the keys to a happy and healthy life, yet few of us learn how to build them.If we’re lucky, we have family and friends who model them. But even then, our biology equips us with cognitive biases that can get in the way.Fortunately, award-winning science writer David Robson has studied the research. He shares what he’s l…

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Lazlow: on GTA, the Mt. Chiliad mystery, universe building, UK comedy TV and more 1:04:53

27d ago1:04:53

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== Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday! == This week’s conversation is with American writer, producer, director, voice actor, and radio personality Lazlow. In a fitting request, I was asked that this episode was audio-only. Alongside his radio work, Lazlow is perhaps best known for his in-game radio shows and ads across the Grand Thef…

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‘Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story’ Editor Alex Trudeau Viriato 33:04

1M ago33:04

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This editor and producer on the Hulu docuseries walks us through his workflow - telling the 40-year story of the band.By postPerspective

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James Forrester: on his rugby career, forced retirement, entrepreneurship and Gloucester-Hartpury 2:23:18

1M ago2:23:18

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== Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday! == Today's episode is with one of the most exciting and unorthodox talents rugby has ever seen, Gloucester and England backrower James Forrester. James is now the CEO of Gloucester-Hartpury - reigning Premier 15s champions. Having burst onto the scene for Gloucester, in 2002, at just 21, Forrest…

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CM 267: Michael Gervais on Overcoming Our Biggest Fear

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There are many good reasons to look to others. For example, you might need expert advice or feedback to improve your performance. But there’s one reason not to, and, that is, to determine your self-worth.When you look to someone else to define you or tell you how to live your life, you lose a lot. And if you find it hard to believe you’d ever let s…

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Zak O'Sullivan: the road to Formula 1 for upcoming British star 2:09:27

2M ago2:09:27

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*-- Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday! --* Today's episode is with 19 year old British racing driver Zak O'Sullivan, from Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Zak currently races in the 2024 FIA Formula 2 Championship with ART Grand Prix, and has his sights set firmly on racing in Formula 1. With only 20 seats available each season, you hav…

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Zach Rausch: "Smartphones are killing our children - but we CAN fix this" 1:49:43

2M ago1:49:43

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-- Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday! -- Nearly 40% of teenage girls in the UK who spend over 5 hours on social media per day score as clinically depressed. Anxiety diagnoses among 18–25-year-olds have increased by 92%. Self-harm and suicide rates continue to increase around the world, beginning to spike in line with the rise of pho…

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'Holdovers' Editor Kevin Tent 7:01

2M ago7:01

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Listen to our chat with frequent Alexander Payne collaborator, editor Kevin Tent, about his Oscar-nominated work on 'The Holdovers' as well as his role as president of the American Cinema Editors (ACE).By postPerspective

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CM 266: Jeff Wetzler on Deepening Connections 47:27

2M ago47:27

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We’re surrounded by people with knowledge. The manager who can provide expert feedback or the colleague who has important information. These kinds of insights can help us achieve our goals.Yet as much as we need that knowledge, we often don’t act in ways that invite it. It’s when the project runs behind or we can’t make our numbers that we realize,…

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Wynne Evans: on success, GoCompare, the person that changed his life, being hated by millions & more 3:08:48

2M ago3:08:48

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-- Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday! -- *Please note, we talk about depression and the big S word for a short period of time. Also, Wynne does say the C word once - so probably avoid watching/listening with kids.* Wynne Evans was an opera star for 18 years before he was cast in 2009 in the GoCompare ads, one of the most famous ads …

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Ellie Simmonds: 'being rejected at birth is a big reason why I've been successful' 1:05:45

2M ago1:05:45

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-- Subscribe for new episodes, released every Monday! -- Ellie Simmonds was awarded an MBE at the age of 13 - and still holds the record for being the youngest ever recipient. She now has an OBE, five Paralympic gold medals, eight World Championship gold medals and 10 European Championship golds under her belt. In this interview with swimming star,…

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CM 265: Tali Sharot on How to Rekindle Happiness 49:45

3M ago49:45

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We all want to be happy. In fact, it’s our desire for happiness that drives most of our decisions, like our friendships, our activities, even our purchases. Yet, over time, we find that the things that made us so happy at the start – that new car or delicious meal – end up losing their luster. I was curious about why this happens and what, if anyth…

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Nina Hughes: on trans women in boxing, defending her world title at 41, Jake Paul vs Tyson and more 1:09:14

2M ago1:09:14

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Undefeated professional boxer Nina Hughes, born in Essex, UK, became bantamweight world champion at the age of 39 - having come back into the sport and only gone pro after having two children. Nina spoke about everything from Ebanie Bridges and Shannon Courtenay ducking her, US Boxing's decision to allow trans women to box biological women - callin…

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Effective Client Experience Strategies in Banking with Anton De Wet 27:48

3M ago27:48

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Welcome to another episode of Press 1 For Nick! Today, we have an interesting conversation with the banking maestro himself, Anton de Wet, Chief Client Officer at Ned Bank Retail and Business Banking. With a career that dates back to 1986, Anton is no stranger to pioneering strategies that revolutionize customer experiences in banking. He unpacks t…

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Brian Cox: on God, Trump, cannabis laws, Succession, the patriarchy and more 1:13:49

3M ago1:13:49

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The second series of interview podcast The Starting Line kicks off with an exclusive conversation with star of screen, stage and film, two-time Olivier Award winner Brian Cox. Recorded in his north London home around new year, Cox spoke about everything from religion, politics, cannabis, the actor he’d most like to act alongside, whether he'll repr…

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CM 264: Michael Norton on How Rituals Improve Our Lives 47:36

3M ago47:36

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We crave meaning and purpose, yet obtaining them can feel beyond our control, like they're merely products of luck and circumstance. Fortunately, researchers who’ve studied the power of ritual have found they’re more in our control than we think. In this interview, I talk to one of these researchers, psychologist Michael Norton. He shares how ritua…

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Series 2 trailer - The Starting Line is back! 2:59

3M ago2:59

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The Starting Line Podcast is BACK. The first episode of series 2 is being released next Monday - Monday 29th April - and this time, you can choose to watch on YouTube or listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. You won't want to miss it - it's an exclusive conversation with star of stage, screen and film, Brian Cox, record…

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CM 263: Adam Alter on Simple Ways to Get Unstuck – Rebroadcast 48:53

4M ago48:53

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At some point, we all get stuck. Maybe it’s in a job or career. Maybe it’s a relationship or business venture.Though it’s something we all experience, when it happens, we can feel alone and out of our depth. Emotions may overwhelm us. Mental traps lure is in. In no time at all, we can’t see a way out.Award-winning professor, researcher, and author,…

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Harbor Colorist Maxine Gervais 38:22

4M ago38:22

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This veteran colorist, a regular collaborator of Clint Eastwood and many others, talks about her path to the color suite, the blend of technology and creative and what inspires her.By postPerspective

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CM 262: Norman Farb on the Science of Sensation 1:02:15

4M ago1:02:15

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When we’re feeling stuck, it’s tempting to believe more thinking is the answer. We stew and we ponder, and then we double down on solutions we’ve tried before. It’s no wonder we start to feel like we just can’t figure it out.But what would happen if we put thinking aside and tried something else? Author and researcher, Norman Farb, has learned that…

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'Saltburn' DP Linus Sandgren, ASC 23:45

5M ago23:45

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This Oscar-winning Swedish cinematographer walks us through his shooting process and working with director Emerald Fennell.By postPerspective

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Beyond the Buzz: Real Strategies for Thriving in Customer Experience with Chris Hood 43:00

5M ago43:00

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Welcome to another episode of Press 1 For Nick! Today we have a treat for our listeners as we dive into the world of customer experience and strategy with Chris Hood, the mastermind business strategist and a recognized customer experience guru. In this episode, Chris shuns the allure of inflated titles, underlining the importance of achievements ov…

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CM 261: Andrew McAfee on the Geek Way 1:01:17

5M ago1:01:17

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When we think of geeks, we tend to think of the people who built the tech we use – from our smartphones to search engines to AI. But if we just focus on the tech, we’re missing out on a lot. We’re overlooking how these same geeks reinvented corporate culture using a repeatable set of norms that ensure sustainable innovation.Andrew McAfee is a princ…

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CM 260: Malissa Clark Asks, Are You a Workaholic? 44:59

5M ago44:59

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There’s more to being a workaholic than working long hours. Consider what motivates you to work more. Where you’re spending your energy. Think about the impact those longer hours have on family and friends. These are some of the distinctions Malissa Clark makes in her book, Never Not Working: Why the Always-on Culture is Bad for Business and How to…

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CM 259: Geoffrey Cohen on the Science of Belonging 52:10

6M ago52:10

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We associate the word epidemic with disease. Yet it’s a word we’re increasingly using to refer to a state of mind, namely, loneliness. Researchers have not only found a significant increase in people’s feelings of loneliness, but they’ve also learned how detrimental loneliness can be to our health and wellbeing. One of the most effective antidotes …

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The Diamond Brothers Talk Concerts and Virtual Reality 37:30

6M ago37:30

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Jason Diamond joins us to discuss the brothers’ latest VR concerts: ‘Doja Cat: The Scarlet Tour’ and ‘BlackPink: A VR Encore’By postPerspective

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CM 258: Steven Rogelberg on the Perfect One-on-One Meeting 45:15

6M ago45:15

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One-on-one meetings are the cornerstone of manager-employee relationships. For managers, they’re an opportunity to teach, coach, and mentor. For employees, they’re a chance to grow and develop.But given how important these meetings are, how well are we using them? How effectively do we plan and run them? Bottom line - are they an afterthought or a …

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'The Killer’ Editor Kirk Baxter 20:51

6M ago20:51

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Editor Kirk Baxter, a long-time collaborator with director David Fincher, discusses his process and how he works with the celebrated director.By postPerspective

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CM 257: Anna Lembke on Our Digital Addictions 53:28

7M ago53:28

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For many of us, the word addiction quickly conjures up images of drugs and alcohol. But we’re often slower to apply the term to compulsive, tech-induced behaviors like playing video games, checking social media, or shopping online.We prefer to think of these pleasure-seeking activities as harmless distractions. Yet they can just as easily lead to a…

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CM 256: Cassie Holmes on Happiness, Meaning, and Fulfillment – Rebroadcast 45:02

7M ago45:02

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We go to the dentist, get our eyes checked, and get our cars inspected. These regularly scheduled health and safety audits let us know how we’re doing.But we rarely audit how we spend our time.Sure, most of us have a calendar. Yet few of us study how these calendar events impact our happiness. We rarely track the connection between what we spend ou…

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Mastering Self-Worth Beyond Others' Opinions with Dr. Michael Gervais 42:42

7M ago42:42

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Welcome back to another episode of "Press 1 For Nick"! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of having a special guest, Dr. Michael Gervais, Founder of Finding Mastery.Dr. Mike is a world-renowned psychologist and author of "The First Rule of Mastery," bringing two decades of experience working with the elite in sports and business. This episode…

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CM 255: Kat Vellos on Mastering Friendship – Rebroadcast 50:14

7M ago50:14

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I’ve spent a lot of time talking to guests about our relationships at work. For example, we’ve discussed how to listen better, how to navigate conflict, and how to influence others, just to name a few.What I’ve spent less time talking about are the relationships that go beyond work. That’s why I invited Kat Vellos on the show this week to talk abou…

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’The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ Co-Executive Producer Tanya Bracco 31:07

8M ago31:07

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Tanya talks about her journey to 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert', including her time on Comedy Central’s 'The Colbert Report,' which included a trip to Iraq during the war.By postPerspective

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J.J. Peterson - Co-Author of the Book, Marketing Made Simple [Marketing] 43:50

8M ago43:50

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J.J. Peterson - StoryBrand Chief of Teaching and Facilitation at StoryBrand and Co-Author of the Book, Marketing Made Simple [Marketing] ABOUT NICK GLIMSDAHL Subscribe to my bi-weekly newsletter Find me on Twitter Find me on LinkedIn LISTENER SUPPORT Purchase Nick’s books: Reasons NOT to Focus on Employee Experience: A Comprehensive Guide Apparel: …

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K*nt and the Gang: a Christmas Special! 1:18:51

8M ago1:18:51

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***Parental advisory and all that*** In short - if you don't like bad language, or jokes some might consider vulgar, this is not the Christmas special for you. As I say in the intro, there are plenty of other podcasts out there. You know, including many chart-topping podcasts listened to by millions of people about real-life terrible things like se…

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Servant Leadership and Tribal Engagement with Garry Ridge [Servant Leadership] 26:51

8M ago26:51

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Overview: In this episode, Garry Ridge discusses the importance of servant leadership and tribal engagement in achieving success. He talks about the attributes of tribalism, such as learning and teaching, belonging, values, and specialization, and how these can be applied in modern organizations. He also shares his thoughts on the role of a tribal …

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CM 254: Adia Harvey Wingfield on Racism at Work 55:43

8M ago55:43

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In the U.S., we have laws and policies in place to prevent discrimination of Black workers. In addition, we have leaders who make public pledges in support of diversity goals. Yet the data continue to show that Black employees are less likely to be hired, more likely to stall out in mid-level positions, and stand little chance of gaining senior lev…

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‘Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ Director Francis Lawrence 14:19

8M ago14:19

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Helming three out of the four ‘Hunger Game’ films, including the newest ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’, Frances Lawrence talks to us about the shoot, the edit, and the challenges of making the main character — who everyone knows turns bad — compelling.By postPerspective

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Strategies for Success at Ford Motor Company, with Geralyn Gaines 25:03

8M ago25:03

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In today's episode, we have the pleasure of having a special guest, Geralyn Gaines, Guest Experience Immersion Manager at Ford Motor Company.Join us on this episode of the Press One podcast as we speak with Geraldine Gaines, the Guest Experience Immersion Manager at Ford Motor Company. Geraldine shares insights on enhancing the guest experience, th…

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