Best Jane Leach Podcasts (2024)

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E187 - Work And Well-Being – Talking About Culture With Matt Cameron 40:08

2M ago40:08

40:08

Unlock the power of a positive work culture! Explore the intricate relationship between work and well-being as Jane Stewart talks about culture with Matt Cameron, an employee retention performance and well-being consultant. Matt offers valuable and actionable strategies for creating a thriving workplace environment where everyone can flourish. Don'…

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E188 - Modern Belonging In The Workplace With Letesia Gibson 51:57

3M ago51:57

51:57

The world of work is changing, and so is what it means to belong. Join us for a captivating conversation with Letesia Gibson, founder of New Ways, as she dives into the intricacies of modern belonging in the workplace. Letesia’s unique perspective on creating inclusive, anti-racist cultures is rooted in her varied career and personal experiences. I…

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E186 - Proactivity At Work With Dr. Joe Gray 45:59

3M ago45:59

45:59

Every employer loves proactive employees on their team. But what does proactivity in the workplace even mean? For the uninitiated, it is often confused with volunteerism, but in reality, it is the exact opposite. But what most people would agree on is that proactivity does wonders in productivity, efficiency, and efficacy at work. Dr. Joe Gray join…

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E185 - The Four Day Week: Exploring the Evidence W/ Dr. Charlotte Rae 58:31

3M ago58:31

58:31

It would seem like the benefits of the four day week are a no-brainer. After all, it makes total sense how spending less time on work would benefit the employee physically, mentally, and emotionally. But how much of an impact does it truly have? Here’s something to show your average naysayer: there is actually a lot of hard, scientific data support…

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E184 - Management Challenges: Developing People With Lorna Leach 45:53

5M ago45:53

45:53

Managers should be guides, mentors, and supporters for their people because they play a critical role in fostering an environment where employees grow and reach their full potential. Although that role is critical in organizations, not every manager is an effective developer. That is what we will address in today’s conversation. In this episode, Lo…

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Top 40 Countdown Conclusion 25:37

6M ago25:37

25:37

Some final thoughts about the 40 movies I rewatched most frequently in my first 20 years of keeping track. Transcript on Tumblr Sounds of The Rewatch Rewind Spotify playlist here My blog after 10 years of keeping track hereBy Jane Leach

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E183 - What Makes A Good Organisational Psychologist? With Dr. Hayley Lewis - Part 2 42:43

8M ago42:43

42:43

The workplace is not just a place for us to utilize our technical skills; it is also a place where we have to navigate various psychological dynamics. An organisational psychologist is the best person who can assist us in this area. Back for the second part of our conversation on organisational psychology, Dr. Hayley Lewis of Halo Psychology dives …

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E182 - Redefining Entrepreneurial Success From An Organisational Psychology Perspective With Dr. Hayley Lewis – Part 1 41:12

9M ago41:12

41:12

In this capitalist society, it is so easy to view work and entrepreneurship as gateways to financial success. This leads to the grind and hustle culture that often makes our professional lives tedious. What if you can look at work and success from a different perspective? In this episode, we have the perfect guest who can speak on the subject of wo…

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E181 - Exploring Harm Prevention and Risk with James MacPherson 1:00:11

9M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

In this episode Jane is joined by James MacPherson from Risk Fluent to explore concepts around keeping people safe at work, preventing harm and talking about health and safety

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#1 The Philadelphia Story (1940) 22:33

9M ago22:33

22:33

My attempts to explain why this is the number one movie I will never get tired of rewatching. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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#2 Pride and Prejudice (1995) 22:00

9M ago22:00

22:00

On adaptations, a riveting story with fascinating characters, appreciating a classic romance through an aromantic lens, aptly named dogs, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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#3 Clue (1985) 18:27

9M ago18:27

18:27

On a perfect ensemble cast, updating Old Hollywood, loving things for their flaws, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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#4 Singin' in the Rain (1952) 17:54

10M ago17:54

17:54

On glamorous facades, reflecting truth through layers of deception, possibly too many behind-the-scenes stories, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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#5 Top Hat (1935) 16:31

10M ago16:31

16:31

On an iconic duo, a delightful supporting cast, dress drama, non-sexual intimacy, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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#6 The Case of the Gilded Lily (2017) 20:30

10M ago20:30

20:30

On lightening the darkness, playing with tropes, independent filmmakers continuing to demonstrate their brilliance, and more. Transcript on Tumblr. Watch the film here.By Jane Leach

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#7 The Princess Diaries (2001) - with Rosemary Leach and Sophie Lesher! 1:15:32

10M ago1:15:32

1:15:32

On why we love this coming-of-age story that feels realistic despite its unrealistic premise. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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E180 - Management Challenges: Responsibility, Organization & Ownership 41:56

10M ago41:56

41:56

Effective leadership isn't just about setting deadlines; it's about empowering your team to own them and thrive, finding the balance between support and accountability. For today’s episode, hosts James Carrier and Jane Stewart continue to dive deeper into the intricate world of leadership challenges. This time, they tackle a multifaceted issue many…

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#8 My Man Godfrey (1936) 15:33

11M ago15:33

15:33

On balancing silliness with seriousness, post-divorce friendship, getting engaged to a teddy bear, obscure Oscars trivia, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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#9 Ishtar (1987) 15:54

11M ago15:54

15:54

On bad press, good jokes, songs that are so bad they're almost good, comedically clueless characters, steering away from romantic storylines, Hollywood sexism, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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E179 - Management Challenges: A Restructure Is Coming 41:31

11M ago41:31

41:31

How do you manage your team when restructuring is coming your way? How should you navigate through the changes? In this episode, The World of Work Podcast Hosts James and Jane share their insights and steps leaders should take to lead their teams in the process of restructuring. James emphasizes that the process takes time, and what resonated with …

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#10 The Sure Thing (1985) 13:05

11M ago13:05

13:05

On well written, brilliantly portrayed characters that transcend tropes, a beautifully developed relationship journey, alternative messages about sex, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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Music Theory's Racism Problem with Philip Ewell 58:22

11M ago58:22

58:22

Philip Ewell has, in recent years, become the most controversial music scholar on the planet. After his incisive work on music theory's white racial frame was unfairly attacked by fellow academics, he was suddenly thrust into the national spotlight, as right-wing news outlets targeted him as part of a broader backlash. A discussion about what it me…

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#11 North by Northwest (1959) 16:18

11M ago16:18

16:18

On why this is my favorite Hitchcock movie, reduced restrictions on sexual content, continued fascination with actors' relative ages, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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The Science of Silence with Chaz Firestone 35:58

11M ago35:58

35:58

Do we hear silence? John Cage certainly thought so, and so does Chaz Firestone, a scientist whose laboratory's recent study revealed that yes, we do hear silence. In this conversation, we discuss his new findings, what they mean for the fields of perception studies and philosophy, and how science and the humanities can work together to provide new …

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E178 – Acceptance And Commitment Training With Chris Westcott 38:56

11M ago38:56

38:56

Have you noticed that the more you control your anxiety, the more you become anxious? Control strategies are not entirely effective and can be counterproductive. In this episode, Chris Westcott, an experimental psychologist, offers the value of acceptance and commitment therapy in dealing with suppressed thoughts. Chris explains how acceptance allo…

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#12 The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (1947) 14:03

11M ago14:03

14:03

On a ridiculous premise with a fabulous script and cast, age gaps, what happens when child stars grow up, confusing admiration with romance, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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Curating Black Musical History with Dwandalyn Reece 43:40

12M ago43:40

43:40

In curating music and the performing arts at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, Dwandalyn Reece has one of the most important jobs one can have as a music scholar: providing a framework for the public to understand African-American culture, at a moment in which Black history is under a nationwide assault. In …

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#13 Edgar Allan Poe's Murder Mystery Dinner Party - Feature Cut (2016) 35:21

12M ago35:21

35:21

There's really no way to adequately express what Poe Party has meant to me and how much I love it, but here is my attempt. Transcript on Tumblr. Watch the show here. Rent or buy the feature cut and/or bonus features (including commentary) here. Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Commun…

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Hip-Hop and Friendship on Death Row with Alim Braxton and Mark Katz 55:12

12M ago55:12

55:12

Mark Katz is John P. Barker Distinguished Professor of Music at UNC Chapel Hill; Alim Braxton is a rapper on death row, who has been incarcerated in Central Prison in North Carolina since 1993. In 2019, they struck up a correspondence, and then a friendship, and are now writing a book. This is their story. Show notes and more over at soundexpertise…

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E177 - Emotional Salary With Clodagh Beaty 37:35

12M ago37:35

37:35

Discover the priceless currency of emotional salary — the intangible rewards that fuel our souls and elevate our work to new heights. Redefine success, find fulfillment, and create a workplace where hearts thrive alongside paychecks. Join us as we sit with Clodagh Beaty, a visionary co-creator of the Emotional Salary Barometer. In this conversation…

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#14 Gaslight (1944) 19:52

12M ago19:52

19:52

On psychological and emotional manipulation, incredibly impressive performances, masterful direction, and more. Content warning: mentions of abuse throughout the episode Transcript on Tumblr. Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here…

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Reviving Julius Eastman with Mary Jane Leach 38:53

12M ago38:53

38:53

The revival of Julius Eastman's work has transformed the world of avant-garde music, and in many ways can be attributed to a single individual. Since the late 1990s, the composer and performer Mary Jane Leach has collected manuscripts and recordings of Eastman's music, and helped bring about the current wave of "Eastmania." But the politics of East…

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#15 His Girl Friday (1940) 14:28

12M ago14:28

14:28

On delivering lightning-speed dialogue, messing with gender roles, exposing corruption without violating production codes, and more. Transcript on Tumblr. Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here.By Jane Leach

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Doing Public Musicology with Douglas Shadle 51:13

1y ago51:13

51:13

In 2018, Douglas Shadle tweeted about systemic discrimination in American orchestral programming. His thread went viral, and he soon found himself doing what became known, around then, as public musicology. In this conversation, he talks about presenting his work outside the academy through advocating for marginalized composers, and what the Floren…

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E176 - Management Challenges: The Loneliness Of Leadership 45:58

1y ago45:58

45:58

The loneliness of leadership is not an uncommon experience among leaders. In this episode, James and Jane share their perspectives on this particular management challenge. They share some tips for leaders when they feel separated from their team and the group. They also talk about creating a shared mutual understanding of the relationship in the bo…

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#16 A Mighty Wind (2003) 12:31

1y ago12:31

12:31

On hilarious improvisation, loving things both genuinely and ironically, shipping celebrities, and more. Transcript on Tumblr. Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund hereBy Jane Leach

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Bach Scandals, Jug Bands, and Vexations with Joshua Rifkin 1:16:24

1y ago1:16:24

1:16:24

In his long career as a scholar and conductor, Joshua Rifkin has done a lot: arranged for Judy Collins, performed in the first-ever marathon of "Vexations," helped lead the ragtime revival and, perhaps most importantly, totally upended the conventional wisdom about Bach's choral music. This is a conversation about all of that, and more: rich, insig…

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#17 Beauty and the Beast (1991) 22:38

1y ago22:38

22:38

On fabulous music, fighting toxic masculinity and mob mentality, intimacy that isn't necessarily romantic, sidekicks with their own agenda, confusing timelines, finding you can change, learning you were wrong, and more. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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What Bossa Nova Means with Kaleb Goldschmitt 49:03

1y ago49:03

49:03

Bossa nova is everywhere –– from a dance craze in the '60s to elevator music today -- but it's also from somewhere. Kaleb Goldschmitt studies how bossa nova moved from a specific musical tradition grounded in Brazilian culture to an international phenomenon, and what that means for how we understand jazz history. A conversation about all that and m…

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E175 - A Strengths-Based Approach With Kay Bahia 50:00

1y ago50:00

50:00

When building a team, every individual is often measured using the traditional strengths vs. weaknesses approach. But for Kay Bahia, there is untapped potential in leading using a strengths-based approach. In this episode, she explains why she favors exploring strengths from a positive psychological perspective rather than the typical psychometrics…

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#18 It's a Wonderful Life (1946) 14:47

1y ago14:47

14:47

On fabulous performances, emotional vulnerability, the evils of capitalism, and more Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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Appropriation and Indigenous Music with Dylan Robinson 48:27

1y ago48:27

48:27

When classical composers incorporate indigenous music into their work, it's more than just cultural appropriation, because indigenous songs are more than just songs: they serve as medicine, law, and history. So what would it mean to redress such misuses, and to bring an indigenous worldview into Western art music? A conversation with Dylan Robinson…

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#19 Notorious (1946) - with James Hefel! 1:22:51

1y ago1:22:51

1:22:51

My friend James joins me to discuss why we love this movie, and how it compares to other Hitchcock films. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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Philosophy and Vibes with Robin James 43:53

1y ago43:53

43:53

"Music and philosophy" is often about Nietzsche and Wagner, or Kant and Mozart. But, in Robin James's work, it can also be about pop, and feminist theory, and Peloton playlists. A conversation about Dr. James's approach towards philosophy, with a focus on her new project on the musical and cultural implications of our contemporary focus on "vibes."…

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E174 - Moving On From Being A CEO With John Maxwell 30:45

1y ago30:45

30:45

In the previous episode, we discussed the process of transitioning to become a first-time CEO. Now, Executive Coach John Maxwell returns on the podcast to talk about the other end of that journey. We reflect on what it’s like to transition away from being a chief executive, and what comes next after this key inflection point in a leader’s career. A…

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#20 Ella Enchanted (2004) - with Quinn Leach! 1:38:54

1y ago1:38:54

1:38:54

On a fabulous cast having fun, DVD special features, fairy tale adaptations, romance that defies normativity, and more! Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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Retelling Beethoven's Story with Laura Tunbridge 39:24

1y ago39:24

39:24

There are approximately one bajillion biographies of Beethoven: do we need really another one? In fact, we do, because Laura Tunbridge has written an engrossing, provocative, and genuinely fresh book about Beethoven's life and times. A conversation about what it means to write about one of the most well-trodden composers in music history, and the r…

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#21 Enchanted (2007) - with Sophie Lesher! 1:01:15

1y ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Two friends discuss, delight in, and overthink Enchanted and Disney movies in general. Transcript on TumblrBy Jane Leach

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Music in Slavery's Archives with Maria Ryan 49:49

1y ago49:49

49:49

What does it mean to search for music-making in the archives of slavery? Maria Ryan studies African-descended musicians and listeners in the colonial Caribbean, and her research is fraught with ethical and logistical challenges. A conversation about fully imagining the lives of enslaved musicians, when the evidence of those lives is documented almo…

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E173 - Becoming A First-Time CEO With John Maxwell 35:55

1y ago35:55

35:55

Are you afraid to step into a bigger responsibility? You don’t have to! In this episode, John Maxwell, an Executive Coach, shares his journey into transitioning into his first role as a chief executive officer. The moral compass in stepping into the role is the big takeaway in leading and running an organization. It is the determiner of achieving s…

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