Best Carolyn Parry Podcasts (2024)

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A conversation with Dr Clive King: from geographer, coder, and global techie problem solver turned contractor who loves an outdoor challenges 49:05

2M ago49:05

49:05

Apart from the first six months of his professional career, which he left due to a dream he had, Dr Clive King has spent the whole of his career supporting global technology clients for Oracle, one of the largest technology companies, from his home base near Aberystwyth at a time when working from home wasn't a thing. A self-confessed contrarian wh…

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A conversation with Steve Keith: a journey towards authenticity through education, corporate life, and freelancing 1:17:55

1y ago1:17:55

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The son of a mechanic Dad and secretary Mum who together went on to run a business, Steve Keith’s career journey has taken him on a quest of curiosity and learning to become his authentic self and stand in his own power. The first member of his family to go to university, Steve graduated from the prestigious Durham University and became a Teach Fir…

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Episode Eight with Dr Lorna Collins, from aspiring jockey, and university lecturer, to artist, film maker and writer 52:37

1y ago52:37

52:37

By the age of 15, Lorna already had an exciting equestrian career in front of her and represented Great Britain several times successfully in junior eventing. Passionate about speed and with a Dad who was a champion jockey, at 16 she set herself another goal – to become the first woman to win the Grand National. She was also on track to become a st…

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Episode Seven with Natalie Williams : from International Politics lecturer, and Academic Registrar to entrepreneur and luxury jewellery maker 54:48

1y ago54:48

54:48

After studying International Politics and gaining her PhD from Aberystwyth University, Natalie Williams became a lecturer - only to find she hated teaching. Not sure what to do after that, she ended up working in academic administration at the university, rising through the ranks to become a Quality Assurance Manager and an Academic Registrar. Foll…

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Episode Six with Chris Jones from tea boy and cameraman to presenter, sock designer, Non Exec Director, podcaster, event host and walking guide 59:53

1+ y ago59:53

59:53

Chris Jones had a eureka moment at university when he discovered the joys of being a cameraman while studying for a media degree. Suddenly and unexpectedly made redundant during the pandemic, he now uses his natural ability to build relationships in his work as a podcaster, event host, charity ambassador, Non-Exec Director, and walking guide. Start…

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Episode Five with Vicky Rushton: from school leaver and carer to design engineering and company director 1:10:23

1+ y ago1:10:23

1:10:23

Vicky Rushton found her voice advocating for her very sick second child, Oliver, at the age of 21, and now uses it to help others express themselves through design. One of thirteen children, she grew up in Manchester and left school at 15 to help bring up her siblings. Pregnant at sixteen, she bought her first home with her partner and balanced bri…

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Episode Four with Julia Goodfellow Smith: from bank manager to environmentalist, author and adventurer 54:05

1+ y ago54:05

54:05

Julia Goodfellow Smith is a self-confessed adventurer, speaker, writer, and author of best-selling books. But that’s not how she started out. Originally a management scientist born in the era of Thatcherism, she became a small business banker but found the constraints of working in the corporate world made her feel like a square peg in a round hole…

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Episode Three with Mel Cameron: from camp host and marketeer to uni careers adviser 55:20

1+ y ago55:20

55:20

Mel Cameron is a people person whose career journey has taken her from media studies at college and working in Pizza Hut to embracing her love of travel and falling into a career in the summer camp industry. She has worked in various camps in the US, gaining resilience as she helped young people to make the most of their experience. A mature studen…

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Episode Two: The Reason is changing its name to Change Your Story 3:30

1+ y ago3:30

3:30

This mini episode outlines the impetus behind changing the title of the podcast from The Reason to Change Your Career. Listen to find out how many hours you will spend at work during your lifetime and just how few people are currently doing work they love. Watch out for new episodes from inspirational people coming soon! This short clip explains br…

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Episode One with Cathy Presland: making the world a little fairer and a little better 34:06

2+ y ago34:06

34:06

ABOUT THIS EPISODE’S GUEST Cathy Presland is an executive coach and leadership consultant, former economist, public policy professional, and senior leader. An adviser to Governments and international organisations around the world for over twenty years, she has lived and worked in Africa, where she designed and led global anti-poverty initiatives i…

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Introducing The Reason, putting purpose to work 2:00

2+ y ago2:00

2:00

This brief episode highlights the malaise and deep-seated unhappiness we have come to recognise as a result of the pandemic and highlights what it is we crave to have happy and fulfilling working life. The Reason is hosted by Carolyn Parry who spent 17 years in business heading away from who she really was and into burnout before she found her purp…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Carolyn Parry Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Change Your Story: escape from a job you hate and create a career you love!

Carolyn Parry

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A conversation with Dr Clive King: from geographer, coder, and global techie problem solver turned contractor who loves an outdoor challenges 49:05

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A conversation with Steve Keith: a journey towards authenticity through education, corporate life, and freelancing 1:17:55

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Episode Eight with Dr Lorna Collins, from aspiring jockey, and university lecturer, to artist, film maker and writer 52:37

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Episode Seven with Natalie Williams : from International Politics lecturer, and Academic Registrar to entrepreneur and luxury jewellery maker 54:48

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Episode Six with Chris Jones from tea boy and cameraman to presenter, sock designer, Non Exec Director, podcaster, event host and walking guide 59:53

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Episode Five with Vicky Rushton: from school leaver and carer to design engineering and company director 1:10:23

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Episode Four with Julia Goodfellow Smith: from bank manager to environmentalist, author and adventurer 54:05

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Episode Three with Mel Cameron: from camp host and marketeer to uni careers adviser 55:20

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Episode Two: The Reason is changing its name to Change Your Story 3:30

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Episode One with Cathy Presland: making the world a little fairer and a little better 34:06

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Introducing The Reason, putting purpose to work 2:00

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