Best Adrian Ellis Podcasts (2026)

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20th Anniversary Celebration with acclaimed directors Brian Koppelman, Thomas Kail, Mike Mills, Sarah Polley, and Siân Heder 56:44

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For the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits conversations with acclaimed directors Brian Koppelman, Thomas Kail, Mike Mills, Sarah Polley, and Siân Heder. These excerpts explore the director’s role as the central collaborator, guiding creative teams and shaping a project from vision to execution. Together, they reflect on th…

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Episode 213: Leadership Starts Inside: How Propel 2Gether Helps Owners Breathe Again 33:10

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“You bring yourself to work every day. You bring yourself to work as a leader.” – Nikki McGoohan In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, AIBF Co-CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Nikki McGoohan, founder of Propel 2Gether and Business All-Star Master Practitioner Business Services 2025. Nikki is a mentor, coach, trainer, and emotional intelligence sp…

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20th Anniversary celebration with activists and advocates Gloria Steinem, Anita Hill, Cindy Gallop, Sonya Passi, and Dr. Joy Buolamwini 51:54

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For the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits previous episodes with activists and advocates Gloria Steinem, Anita Hill, Cindy Gallop, Sonya Passi, and Dr. Joy Buolamwini. These excerpts highlight conversations about power, accountability, and the urgent work of dismantling inequality across culture, institutions, and technolo…

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Episode 212: Don’t Ring the Bell: Inside The Unit Challenge 27:29

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“It’s probably 70, 80% psychological.” In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, AIBF Co-CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Christopher McCormack and Ronan Berry, the team behind The Unit Challenge. It’s built by former Irish Special Forces. And it’s designed to sharpen discipline, build resilience, and show how people really operate under pressure. Yo…

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20th Anniversary celebration with typographers and lettering artists Marian Bantjes, Oded Ezer, Jessica Hische, Tobias Frere-Jones, Matthew Carter, and Kris Holmes 46:33

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In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman shares excerpts from interviews with typographers and lettering artists Marian Bantjes, Oded Ezer, Jessica Hische, Tobias Frere-Jones, Matthew Carter, and Kris Holmes, reflecting on legibility and expression, how letters behave, the discipline of refinement, and how type has e…

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Solange Baptiste, Charles Holmes, and Kenneth Ngure on sustainable HIV prevention in Africa 43:18

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Controlling the HIV epidemic depends on shifting from fragmented, donor-led programmes to nationally led, integrated health systems. To accompany a new joint Series of six papers, Peter Hayward, Editor-in-chief of The Lancet HIV, and Gavin Cleaver, Senior Editor at The Lancet Global Health, are joined in conversation by Solange Baptiste, Kenneth Ng…

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Episode 211: From Chaos to Clarity: How Shay Lynch Builds Businesses That Don’t Break Their Owners 40:41

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In this episode, Elaine chats with Shay Lynch, business architect and founder of Future State – the guy leaders call when their business is busy, noisy… and stuck. Shay went through the 2008 crash, big debts, hard calls and learned how to rebuild with better systems, better teams and a clearer head. Here’s what you’ll hear, in plain English: How a …

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20th Anniversary celebration with theatre designers David Korins, Ina Mayhew, David Rockwell, Es Devlin, and Dane Laffrey 48:39

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For the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits conversations with theatre designers David Korins, Ina Mayhew, David Rockwell, Es Devlin, and Dane Laffrey. From Broadway landmarks to innovative film and live performance design, these excerpts reveal how sets and spaces shape emotion, deepen story, and draw audiences into the mom…

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Episode 210: Your Brand Has a Story. Here’s How to Tell It: The Little Blue Studio Way 26:45

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“Start with listening. If you get that right, everything else falls into place.” – Elaine Hennessy In this episode, Elaine Carroll sits down with Elaine Hennessy, Founder & Creative Director of Little Blue Studio, a web design studio known for turning brand stories into meaningful digital experiences. Elaine shares how she launched the studio in th…

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20th Anniversary celebration with technology pioneers Bill Moggridge, Jason Kottke, Anil Dash, and Kevin Kelly 44:47

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For the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits past interviews with technology pioneers Bill Moggridge, Jason Kottke, Anil Dash, and Kevin Kelly. These excerpts reflect on how technology emerged, how it shapes the way we live, and how these early thinkers imagined the future unfolding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Luxena Sukumaran and Alan Winston on disordered sleep in people living with HIV 21:04

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Why do some people living with HIV struggle with sleep? Luxena Sukuraman and Alan Winston help us understand the challenges of disordered sleep in HIV, what clinicians can do to help, and practical sleep hygiene tips for people living with HIV experiencing sleep disturbances. Click here to read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/l…

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Episode 209: Ireland Needs Better Tech Teams And Better Thinking: The Star Recruitment Story 24:48

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“There’s no business nowadays that isn’t technology-driven. None.” – Imelda O’HanlonIn this episode, AIBF CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Imelda O’Hanlon, founder of Star Recruitment and Business All-Star Thought Leader in IT Recruitment, to explore the real state of tech hiring in Ireland, the good, the messy, and the wonderfully human.Imelda sh…

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Guess the Guest: Surprising First Questions Part Two 30:31

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As part of the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman shares Part Two of her most surprising first questions, the curious openings that sparked honesty, humor, and revelation. These excerpts highlight the unexpected moments that shaped some of the show’s most memorable conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…

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Episode 208: Brains Work Differently. Workplaces Should Too: The TSK Academy Journey 28:07

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“You can’t change everybody, but you can change one person.” – Jeanette DelahuntyIn this episode, AIBF CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Jeanette Delahunty, founder of TSK Academy, a social enterprise on a mission to make neuro inclusion real in schools, workplaces and families.Jeanette shares her journey from early school leaver and late-diagnosed…

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20th Anniversary celebration with photographers Catherine Opie, Albert Watson, Pete Souza, Lynn Goldsmith, and Mary Ellen Matthews 49:46

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To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments from past conversations with photographers Catherine Opie, Albert Watson, Pete Souza, Lynn Goldsmith, and Mary Ellen Matthews. These excerpts explore how they approach craft, capture truth, and use the camera to tell the stories that define us. Hosted on Acast. See ac…

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Episode 207: Slow Burn, Smart Scale: How Store4U Built a National Brand | Paul Gamartin 28:40

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“If you want something badly enough, you’ll find a way. The car has a reverse gear for a reason.” - Paul Gamartin, Founder & CEO, Store4U.In this episode, AIBF CEO Elaine Carroll chats with Paul Gamartin, the entrepreneur behind Store4U, Ireland’s fastest-growing storage network. From insulation and energy to storage and tech, Paul’s story is a mas…

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20th Anniversary celebration with culinary creatives Julia Turshen, Christina Tosi, Gabrielle Hamilton, Fanny Singer, and Will Guidara 52:15

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To mark 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments with Julia Turshen, Christina Tosi, Gabrielle Hamilton, Fanny Singer, and Will Guidara—voices who reimagined how we cook, write, and welcome. From recipe testing as poetry to tinkering with desserts, from building a neighborhood bistro to building a culture of “unreasonabl…

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Criterion Now – Episode 162 – Criterion Flash Sale, December 2025 and January 2026 Announcements 1:16:24

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Description: Tiffany Vazquez joins Aaron and Jill after a brief hiatus, which we explain. There’s some catch-up where we talk about Aaron’s book, Tiffany’s Mira Nair class. We then get into our selections from the flash sale, which serves as a look at some of the titles we missed. We cover the December 2025 and 2026 announcements, and we’re fortuna…

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Deborah Persaud on the possibility of HIV remission in neonates 35:39

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In the ongoing search for an HIV cure, promising evidence suggests that early treatment of infants might help achieve lasting HIV remission: the IMPAACT P1115 study is designed to investigate that potential. We talk to a lead investigator about what we know so far. Read the full article: www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(25)00…

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Episode 206: Strong Spine, Clear Strategy: How Pilates Performance Scaled with Purpose | Sarah McLachlann 26:17

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“Do it really well, take no shortcuts and price it so people can show up three times a week.” - Sarah McLachlann, Founder, Pilates Performance. In this episode, CEO Elaine Carroll talks with Sarah McLachlann about turning a personal recovery story into Pilates Performance. A studio and educator brand built on classical principles, customer care, an…

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20th Anniversary Celebration with visionary illustrators Brian Rea, Maira Kalman, Barry Blitt, Edel Rodriguez, and Christoph Niemann 51:34

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To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments from past conversations with illustrators Brian Rea, Maira Kalman, Barry Blitt, Edel Rodriguez, and Christoph Niemann. These excerpts explore how ideas drive style, how collaboration and constraint shape the work, and how a single image can speak fast and stay with yo…

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Episode 205: Sleep, Stress & Straight Talk: Building Sentro Labs with Science | Elaine Ellis 38:25

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“Get sleep under control and everything else gets easier: energy, food, movement, life.” - Elaine Ellis, Co-Founder, Sentro Labs. In this episode, CEO Elaine Carroll talks with Elaine Ellis about launching Sentro Labs, an Irish, evidence-led supplement brand focused on sleep, stress, gut and hormonal health. We dig into why transparency (clear dosa…

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20th Anniversary celebration with podcast hosts Krista Tippett, Ira Glass, Hrishikesh Hirway, Kara Swisher, and Jad Abumrad. 51:09

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To celebrate two decades of Design Matters, Debbie Millman gathers favorite moments from past interviews with podcast hosts Krista Tippett, Ira Glass, Hrishikesh Hirway, Kara Swisher, and Jad Abumrad. These excerpts trace how each host found their voice, shaped a format, and learned to listen, revealing the craft and conviction behind the shows tha…

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Episode 204 : AIBF Business Talk: Leadership, Legacy & Giving Back with Adrian Godwin 20:01

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In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, host Elaine Carroll, CEO of the All-Ireland Business Foundation, sits down with Adrian Godwin, Managing Director of Oaktree Financial Services - a name synonymous with trust, transparency, and community spirit. Adrian shares his journey of building a firm grounded in genuine care for clients and a culture of t…

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20th Anniversary celebration with iconic musicians Kaki King, David Lee Roth, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Michael Stipe, and the Indigo Girls 49:41

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In honor of 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits unforgettable moments from her conversations with iconic musicians Kaki King, David Lee Roth, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Michael Stipe, and the Indigo Girls. Through their stories and songs, this special episode reflects on the meaning of a creative life and the artists who have shaped the…

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Episode 203: Early Warnings, Duties & Rescue: A Director’s Playbook | Cathy Shivnan, CEA 27:34

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“Keep your records in order. That’s the basis for every good decision and your best protection.” — Cathy Shivnan, Director of Insolvency Supervision, Corporate Enforcement Authority In this episode, Elaine Carroll talks with Cathy Shivnan about spotting financial red flags early, understanding your legal duties, and choosing the right rescue route.…

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Neil deGrasse Tyson at On Air Presents 1:09:58

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Neil deGrasse Tyson—world-renowned astrophysicist, Emmy-nominated host, science communicator, and author—is one of the most influential voices in modern science. In this live conversation, recorded at On Air Presents, he joins Debbie Millman to explore the role of science education and why defending science has never been more vital. Hosted on Acas…

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Episode 202: The Wellbeing Advantage: How Energy, Capacity & Resilience Drive Performance 26:35

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“Your capacity isn’t fixed. If it were, world records wouldn’t be broken.” - Dr. Janine van Someren In this episode, Elaine Carroll sits down with Dr. Janine van Someren, founder of The Wellbeing Advantage, to explore how wellbeing fuels business performance. Dr. Janine brings insights from her background in high-performance sport, psychology and l…

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Surprising First Questions 35:21

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In celebration of 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits one of the show’s most endearing traditions—the very first question. For years, she’s opened each conversation with a playful, deeply researched inquiry: something personal, unexpected, and revealing. In this special anniversary episode, listeners will hear some of Debbie’s favor…

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Jayne Ellis on cytomegalovirus and Epstein–Barr virus in people with HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis 17:25

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Despite advances in treatment, HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis continues to carry a high risk of death in Africa. In this episode, Jayne Ellis from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine discusses new research showing why targeting cytomegalovirus could be key to improving outcomes for people living with advanced HIV. Read the fu…

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Episode 201: Office Supplies, Big Ideas: The Rise of Purple Panda 27:49

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“You can’t do it half and half. If you believe in it, go all in.” - Gavin Kelly In this episode, Elaine Carroll chats with Gavin Kelly, founder of Purple Panda - the 100% Irish-owned company delivering 20,000+ workplace products with next-day service and standout customer care.Gavin shares how he went from Viking to launching Purple Hippo, why a bo…

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20th Anniversary celebration with memoirists Elissa Altman, Thomas Page McBee, Ashley C. Ford, Josh Brolin, and Isaac Fitzgerald 54:08

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In honor of 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits memorable conversations with memoirists Elissa Altman, Thomas Page McBee, Ashley C. Ford, Josh Brolin, and Isaac Fitzgerald. This anniversary collection reflects on the candor, resilience, and storytelling power of five voices who have turned personal experience into unforgettable art.…

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20th Anniversary celebration with legendary artists Bisa Butler, Deborah Kass, Marilyn Minter, Amy Sherald, and Ai Weiwei 46:24

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To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits highlights from her conversations with groundbreaking artists Bisa Butler, Deborah Kass, Marilyn Minter, Amy Sherald, and Ai Weiwei. This anniversary collection brings together the voices of five visionaries whose work challenges conventions, sparks dialogue, and redefines the role of…

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Stephen J. Dubner 1:25:02

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Stephen J. Dubner is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and co-creator of Freakonomics—the cultural phenomenon that, over the past 20 years, has grown into a global franchise, changing how millions think, revealing the hidden side of everything, and challenging us to question what we know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…