Best Sophie Len Podcasts (2024)

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381: Tasha Ghouri and Trish Sail 57:45

7h ago57:45

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In today's episode we hear from Love Island star and disability campaigner Tasha Ghouri about her novel, 'Hits Different' plus from Race Across the World we get some audiobook recommendations from Trish Sail. All that plus we listen to four brand new RNIB Talking Books.By RNIB Connect Radio

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380: Kirsty Logan, Xinran, Nigel Toon and Vivian French - Boswell Book Festival 57:45

3d ago57:45

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Recorded on location at the Boswell Book Festival, this week Kirsty Logan tells us about 'The Unfamiliar: A Queer Motherhood Memoir', journalist and author Xinran Xue uncovers 'The Book of Secrets: A Personal History of Betrayal in Red China', Nigel Toon tells us 'How AI thinks' and we end with Vivian French with 'Bibi and the Box of Fairy Tales!' …

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379: Patrick Grant, John Niven and Christian Lewis - Boswell Book Festival 57:45

8d ago57:45

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Three authors today who all recorded the audio versions of their books, Great British Sewing Bee judge Patrick Grant champions quality over consumption in his book 'Less', John Niven talks about his heart-breaking and sometimes hilarious memoir 'Oh, Brother' and Christian Lewis takes us around the UK coastline in 'Finding Hildasay'. Plus we find so…

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378: Donna Ashworth, Jackie Kay, Catherine Coldstream and Joseph Coelho - Boswell Book Festival 57:45

15d ago57:45

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More authors from the Boswell Book Festival this week including Catherine Coldstream on her book Cloistered: My Years As a Nun and two great but very different poetry collections with Jackie Kay's Mayday and Donna Ashworth's Wild Hope. Plus, away from the festival, we get the books of your life from Yoto Carnegie Medal Winner Joseph Coelho and find…

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377: Billy Kay, Len Pennie and Sir Alexander McCall Smith - Boswell Book Festival 57:45

22d ago57:45

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A show chiefly in the Scottish dialect this week as we head to the Boswell Book Festival to talk to writer, broadcaster and language activist Billy Kay about his book Born in Kyle; poet, Scots language and mental-health advocate Len Pennie reads us some Poyums and we hear from the prolific author and now Knight of the Realm, Sir Alexander McCall Sm…

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376: Nathanael Lessore and Sophie Cameron - Yoto Carnegie Medal Shortlist 57:45

29d ago57:45

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Our final two Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing Shortlisted authors join us this week, Nathanael Lessore with Steady For This and Sophie Cameron with Away with Words. Plus we discover some new books entering the Talking Books library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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375: Zillah Bethell, Tia Fisher and Nicola Davies - Yoto Carnegie Medal Shortlist 57:45

1M ago57:45

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More Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing shortlisted authors on the show this week. Zillah Bethell on The Song Walker, Tia Fisher on Crossing the Line and Nicola Davies talks about Choose Love. Plus some new books in the RNIB library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Books on D-Day in the RNIB Library 7:29

1M ago7:29

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To commemorate D-Day we’ve taken a journey into the RNIB Library to listen to some great history books about the Normandy landings and beyond.By RNIB Connect Radio

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374: Hiba Noor Khan and Joseph Coelho - Yoto Carnegie Medal Shortlist 57:44

1M ago57:44

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In today's show we feature two authors on the shortlist for the Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing. Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho tells us how Greek myth inspired his book 'The Boy Lost in the Maze', and Hiba Noor Khan tells us the lesser known story of how the Great Mosque in Paris helped the Jewish community in World War Two in 'Safiyyah's War'…

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373: Roxie Key - The Deadly Spark 57:44

2M ago57:44

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On today's show we listen to the brand new thriller The Deadly Spark from debut novelist Roxie Key, plus following on from last week's climate chat we turn to non-fiction and Mark Lynas' book Our Final Warning. All that plus four brand new audiobooks available from the RNIB Library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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372: Greg Mosse - The Coming Darkness & The Coming Storm 57:44

2M ago57:44

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Today we take a deep dive into climate fiction with Greg Mosse and his books The Coming Darkness and The Coming Storm plus we find some brand new audio books that are also available from RNIB.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Saudi Arabia Through the Lens of Design with Guest Nawaf Al Nassar 48:29

2M ago48:29

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Welcome to the final episode of Season 2 of The Corporate Activist. For this episode we are having a little bit of a different conversation than our usual topics with a fascinating discussion about the intersection of culture and design in Saudi Arabia. My guest is renowned Saudi designer Nawaf Al-Nassar, who shares his unique insights on blending …

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371: Elizabeth Acevedo, Tanya Landman, Geraldine McCaughrean and Ruta Sepetys 57:45

2M ago57:45

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As we start gearing up for this year's Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing, we listen back to four previous winners with four very different books ... Elizabeth Acevedo, Tanya Landman, Geraldine McCaughrean and Ruta Sepetys.By RNIB Connect Radio

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370: C. J. Tudor, Michael McGee and Sarah Bernstein 57:45

2M ago57:45

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In today's show we hear the Books of My Life from both Nero debut novel winner Michael Magee and Booker shortlisted Sarah Bernstein. We also chat to C.J. Tudor about the Gathering, The Drift and more, plus find new books in the RNIB library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Corporate Profiteers with Guest Dr Christopher Marquis 47:16

3M ago47:16

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Welcome to this episode of The Corporate Activist. Today, we're joined by Dr. Christopher Marquis, a leading voice in business sustainability and social entrepreneurship. We explore the provocative insights from his latest book, The Profiteers, which sheds light on how companies privatize profits while socializing costs, often leaving the public to…

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369: Lord Jeffrey Archer & Dr Lin Berwick MBE 57:44

3M ago57:44

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We interview Lord Jeffrey Archer as he records a special introduction to his book Traitors Gate exclusively for RNIB Talking Books, plus as her book 'Nobody Does it Better than Me: The Story of Alma' is recorded for the library, Robert Kirkwood chats to Dr Lin Berwick MBE.By RNIB Connect Radio

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368: Leeanne O'Donnell - Sparks of Bright Matter 57:44

3M ago57:44

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In today's show we talk to Leeanne O'Donnell about spirit and matter, love and lust, and reality and magic, all in her book Sparks of Bright Matter. We also look forward to the Boswell Book Festival with Gordon Turnbull and find new books in the RNIB Library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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367: Chioma Okereke - Water Baby & Percival Everett on The Trees: A Novel 57:44

3M ago57:44

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Read On this week features Chioma Okereke with her coming of age audio book Water Baby set in the floating slum of Makoko in Lagos. We hear about The Trees: A Novel by Percival Everett and find new books entering the RNIB Library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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366: Louise Hare - Harlem After Midnight 57:45

3M ago57:45

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In today's show we're re-joined by Louise Hare as she tells us about the sequel to Miss Aldridge Regrets, Harlem After Midnight. Plus we delve into the archive to talk to Sara Collins about The Confessions of Frannie Langton, and find some brand new audiobooks that are also available from RNIB Talking Books.…

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Dissolving Creative Blocks with Studio Skye 45:25

4M ago45:25

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Sophie has her best friend, Skye on today to chat about creative roadblocks. You’ll hear Skye talk about the struggle to find time for yourself, especially when life gets crazy, and Sophie share how stress can put the brakes on your creative mojo. Then, they get real about the whole "yes man" thing. Both Sophie and Skye admit they've fallen into th…

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Video Gaming and Social Responsibility with Guest Sophie Vo 40:05

4M ago40:05

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In today’s episode, we're diving into the gaming industry’s role and responsibility in corporate activism and social impact with Sophie Vo, a seasoned game executive and founder of Rise and Play. Sophie shares her journey and vision for a more inclusive, socially responsible gaming world. Through her work, she aims to create a balance between econo…

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365: Neil Lancaster - The Devil You Know 57:45

4M ago57:45

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This week Robert Kirkwood talks to former military policeman and former Met Detective, Neil Lancaster about the latest DS Max Craigie Book, The Devil You Know and how his career influenced his writing. Plus we find some brand new books out now and entering the Talking Books library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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364: Music and Literature 57:44

4M ago57:44

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In today’s show we listen to some books about music and musicians. We chat to Beth and Ben of The Bookshop Band, talk to the author of Outlaw Blues, a 500 page biography of Bob Dylan and then get some book recommendations from former Never Mind the Buzzcocks team captain, Phill Jupitus. Plus we find some brand new gems in the Talking Books library.…

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The Evolution of Corporate Activism with Guest Dr Philip Mirvis 58:42

4M ago58:42

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Welcome to another episode of The Corporate Activist. In this episode I speak with organisational psychologist Dr. Philip Mirvis. Dr Mirvis was inspired by the social and labor activism of 60s and 70s which led him to advocating for employees and better treatment for workers within corporations. This evolved into later helping Ben & Jerry's develop…

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363: Nero Book Awards 2024 57:45

4M ago57:45

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In today's show we feature all four category winners in the first ever Nero Book Awards, First up we listen to a clip from the Non-Fiction winning book Strong Female Character by Fern Brady We have a long chat with Michael Magee about his Debut Fiction winning book, Close to Home We listen to a clip from The Swifts by Beth Lincoln, the Children’s F…

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Sustainable growth for creators and entrepreneurs 32:43

4M ago32:43

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This one goes out to any creator who desires massive personal, professional or audience growth and want the to discover where best to place their time, energy and money. ✨ FREE GUIDES TO LAUNCH YOUR PODCAST✨ → Grab my FREE Beginners Guide to Successfully Launching Your Podcast:⁠ https://www.ontrackstudio.com.au/free-beginners-guide⁠ 🧲 WORK WITH ME …

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362: World Book Day 2024 57:44

4M ago57:44

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In today's show we celebrate World Book Day with Michael Morpurgo, Julia Donaldson, Betsy Griffin and find out about the free £1 from RNIB.By RNIB Connect Radio

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361: Becky Holmes - Keanu Reeves is Not In Love With You 57:44

5M ago57:44

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In today's show we dive into the murky world of romance fraud with Becky Holmes and her book Keanu Reeves is Not In Love With You which she narrated herself. Plus we find some brand new books in the Talking Books library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Building the Social Impact Community with Guest Jeremy Brown. 43:31

5M ago43:31

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In this episode I speak with Jeremy Brown about his efforts to bring together social impact practitioners through his platform, Social Impact World and his efforts to help companies be a force for social good. Jeremy has a rich background in social enterprise and he shares some practical steps that businesses can take to challenge the status quo an…

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360: Alex Leam - The First Man to Time Travel 57:45

5M ago57:45

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The First Man to Time Travel is the debut sci-fi comedy novel from Alex Leam. He tells Robert Kirkwood about the book, his inspirations and reading the audio version. Plus, staying in the sci-fi theme, we listen back to how Jeff Wayne turned War of the Worlds into a best selling album. All that plus some brand new books in the RNIB Library.…

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359: Alistair Lee - Australia's only blind voice over artist 57:45

5M ago57:45

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In today's show Alistair Lee, Australia’s only blind Voice Over Artist, talks to Amelia Hilton about his career so far. We also listen back to Keith Brymer Jones from The Great Pottery Throw Down talk about his book, Boy in A China Shop and find some new books in the RNIB Library. The picture is of King, Alistair Lee's guide dog.…

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358: Lynda Marron - Last Chance in Paris 57:44

5M ago57:44

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This week Lynda Marron chats to Robert Kirkwood about her book Last Chance in Paris, a funny, moving, above all life-affirming story of a make-or-break trip to Paris by an Irish couple following a tragedy. Plus we find some brand new audiobooks donated to the RNIB library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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The CEO as Activist with Guest Edward Sullivan 38:46

5M ago38:46

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This week's episode is a re-visit to an episode from Season One , where I am joined by Edward Sullivan. Edward is the CEO and Managing Partner at Velocity Coaching. His 20-year career as an executive coach and political consultant has taken him around the globe coaching and advising start-up founders, fortune 500 CEOs and heads of state of foreign …

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357: Boswell Book Festival Special 57:45

5M ago57:45

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In today's show we re-visit some Boswell Book Festival favourites and chat to Frank Skinner, Denise Mina, Nigel Havers, Giles and Mary from Gogglebox and Winston Churchill's granddaughter, Emma Soames. Plus we find some brand new books in the RNIB Talking Books library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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356: Mari Hannah - The Longest Goodbye 57:45

6M ago57:45

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This week Mari Hannah joins Robert Kirkwood to talk about her brand new Kate Daniels thriller, The Longest Goodbye, a book she didn't want to write. Also among some new books entering the Talking Books library we find one written and read by Cliff Richard and one that goes behind the scene of the Disney plus show, Welcome to Wrexham.…

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Corporations in Times of War with Guest Dr Peter Stanbury 50:29

6M ago50:29

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In today's episode, we're diving deep into the role and responsibility of corporations during times of war and conflict as tensions escalate in hotspots around the world. My guest is Dr Peter Stanbury, a sage in political economist and anthropologist, who brings nearly three decades of insights from the frontlines of economic development challenges…

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355: Hester Musson - The Beholders 57:44

6M ago57:44

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This week Robert Kirkwood is joined by Hester Musson to discuss her gothic, historical debut thriller about power and corruption, The Beholders. Plus, as always, we find some new gems in the RNIB library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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354: Books of 2023 - Part 2 57:45

6M ago57:45

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Read On this week has more of the best interviews of 2023 with Joe Haddow, Charlotte Levin, Victoria Bennett, Carnegie Winner Manon Steffan Ros, and a round up of new books for JanuaryBy RNIB Connect Radio

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353: Books of 2023 - Part 1 57:46

6M ago57:46

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We listen back to some interviews from last year including Randee Dawn on Tune in Tomorrow, C.K. McDonnell on The Stranger Times, Catherine Simpson on One Body and hear from narrator Gabriel Woolf. Plus we find some brand new books for January.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Geopolitics and the Corporate Sector with Guest Jeppe Kofod 1:05:18

7M ago1:05:18

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Welcome to a thought-provoking episode where we explore the intricate connections between geopolitics and the corporate world. Joining us is Jeppe Kofod, an experienced Danish politician with deep insights into international relations. We delve into how global events shape the corporate landscape and vice versa, discussing the role of businesses in…

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352: Christmas Special 57:44

7M ago57:44

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On today's show we curl up with some Christmas TV, or at least the books that they came from. Julia Donaldson and Charlie Mackesy talk about turning very visual books into audiobooks, we hear about the science behind James Bond, and listen to books about both Doctor Who and Ghosts.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Only do this if you want to grow your audience and make sales from your marketing 27:53

7M ago27:53

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Today's episode is a game-changer for anyone looking to navigate marketing themselves in 2024. If you're just starting with a service and find yourself at ground zero in terms of followers, this episode has valuable insights for you. We kick off with a key piece of advice: create "how-to" content generously. Even if you possess top-notch skills, at…

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351: Rachel Greenlaw - One Christmas Morning 57:45

7M ago57:45

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Another festive book on The Audiobook Show, this week Rachel Greenlaw tells Robert Kirkwood about her groundhog day inspired novel, One Christmas Morning. We also dive into the history of fairy tales and find some new listens in the RNIB Talking Books library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Green Energy Transitions with Guest Angela Paulk 44:25

7M ago44:25

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In this compelling episode, we dive deep into the world of sustainable business practices and climate change with Angela Paulk, CEO of The Climate Board. Angela, with her extensive background in global leadership, regulatory governance, and strategic consulting, sheds light on the intricate relationship between business operations, public policy an…

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350: Peter Swanson - The Christmas Guest 57:45

7M ago57:45

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In today's show Robert Kirkwood talks to Peter Swanson about his festive novella The Christmas Guest, and how the murder mystery at Christmas genre is unique to Britain. We also listen back to Tony Hawk's tennis adventure in Moldova and find some new books in the RNIB Library, one of which is written by Judy Dench.…

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349: Science Special 57:47

8M ago57:47

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In today's show a round up of some of the best science writing we've had on the show including Stephen and Jane Hawking, Chris Lintott, Marcus du Sautoy and The Boy Who Played with Fire. Plus we find some new science books in the RNIB Library.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Living Your Social Mission With Guest Jeff Sheinbein 31:00

8M ago31:00

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Welcome to this episode where we explore the intersection of business and social impact. Today, I'm joined by Jeff Sheinbein, CEO and co-founder of Social Imprints, a trailblazing social enterprise in San Francisco. We delve into how Jeff's company is redefining the corporate world by offering meaningful employment to at-risk populations. This epis…

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