Best Conversastion Podcasts (2025)

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In conversation with Petra Petan 33:03

1+ y ago33:03

33:03

Jana Javornik speaks to Petra Petan, a policy assistant in the cabinet of Paolo Gentiloni, the European Commissioner for the Economy. Petra gives some useful insight into the daily work of the European Commission, as well as providing some advice on how academics can work with members of the Commission. If you would like to get in touch about this …

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In conversation with Paul Hayes 32:39

1+ y ago32:39

32:39

Jana Javornik speaks to Paul Hayes, Senior Policy Fellow at Leeds University Business School, about his experience as a policy manager at a local council and what it is like working in local government. They also discuss how local government engages with academics and how academics can get on policymakers’ radars and build networks with those worki…

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In conversastion with Louise Scott 34:00

1+ y ago34:00

34:00

Dr Jana Javornik speaks to Louise Scott about what it means to be a Deputy Chief Social Researcher at the Scottish Government, and how academics can engage with government. If you would like to get in touch about this episode, please contact Jana Javornik at [email protected]. A transcript of this episode is available. For more information …

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In conversation with Willem Adema 27:40

1+ y ago27:40

27:40

Jana Javornik speaks to Willem Adema, senior economist in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Social Policy Division, about his experience of working at the OECD and how the OECD uses research to develop policy. They discuss the role of in-house versus academic research in policy process, and the differences between th…

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In conversation with Sarah Jackson, OBE 30:14

1+ y ago30:14

30:14

Jana Javornik speaks to Sarah Jackson, OBE, about Sarah’s experience in the charity sector where she worked with academics and government, campaigning for policy change and encouraging knowledge exchange around working families and flexible working. If you wish to get in touch about this episode, please contact Jana Javornik at research.lubs@leeds.…

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In conversation with Janez Potočnik 33:26

1+ y ago33:26

33:26

In this episode of the Business of Policymaking Podcast, Jana Javornik speaks to Janez Potočnik about his experience in the policymaking world across various national, international and supranational levels. They discuss the role of academic research in informing policy agenda and international policy frameworks, and offer insights into how academi…

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Trailer 1:37

1+ y ago1:37

1:37

Leeds University Business School has launched a new podcast – “The Business of Policymaking”. The podcast has been created for academics, to help demystify the world of policymaking, debunk some myths about the evidence-based policymaking process, and shine a light on the impact academic research can have on policy. In this first series, Dr Jana Ja…

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Episode 10. Part 1 - 10 things that will make your Bids, Tenders and Proposals unsuccessful 16:03

2y ago16:03

16:03

This Episode 10 is Part 1 of the two-part podcast where we discuss things that will make your Bids Tenders and Proposals unsuccessful. In Part 2, we discuss the next 10 things that will make your Bids, Tenders and Proposals unsuccessful. Get more information on Bids, Tenders and Proposal from: https://bidsmart.com.au/…

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Episode 11. Part 2 - Next 10 things that will make your Bids, Tenders and Proposals unsuccessful 14:28

2y ago14:28

14:28

This Episode 11 is Part 2 of the two-part podcast where we discuss things that will make your Bids Tenders and Proposals unsuccessful. In Part 1, we discussed the 10 things that will make your Bids, Tenders and Proposals unsuccessful. Get more information on Bids, Tenders and Proposal from: https://bidsmart.com.au/…

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Episode 9. Things to consider when using Subcontractors in your Bids, Tenders and Proposals 20:20

2+ y ago20:20

20:20

Key consideration when using Subcontractors in your Bids, Tenders and Proposal. Here we discuss the issues for both the Main Contractor and the Subcontractors. There are specific issues that the Head Contractors need to be aware of and there are issues that Subcontractors need to be aware of. You can get further details and notes about this episode…

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Episode 8. Technology in Bids, Tenders and Proposals - A Conversation with Aaron Govindasamy, CEO and Co-founder of BidHQ 28:13

2+ y ago28:13

28:13

A conversation with Aaron Govindasamy, the CEO of BidHQ discusses the emerging technology for businesses, in particular, technology and innovation in the area of bids, tenders and proposals. Aaron Govindasamy and Arvind Lal discuss the current trends in technology for businesses and also global trends. Aaron gives a compelling argument on why busin…

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Episode 7. Conversastion with Mitchell Morley about Probity in Bids, Tenders and Proposals 48:36

2+ y ago48:36

48:36

Arvind Lal and Mitchell Morley have a conversation about probity as it relates to tendering for both organisations putting out requests for tenders and the businesses that tender for services. Mitchell provides key insights on probity and why it is important for organisations and how it actually helps you get the best outcome for your procurement p…

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Episode 6. Alternative Tenders, Bids or Proposals - How to make it work for you 18:58

2+ y ago18:58

18:58

We discuss what alternative bids, tenders and proposals are and how to make sure that you can successfully put in an alternative bid/tender/proposal to make sure your proposal gets seen. We also discuss the pitfalls of alternative bids, tenders and proposals.By ARVIND LAL

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Episode 5. Insights on Local Government Tendering - A Conversation with Mark Winser from Kimbriki Environmental Enterprises 46:02

2+ y ago46:02

46:02

A Conversation with Mark Winser the General Manager of Operations at Kimbriki Environmental Enterprises. Mark Winser is in a unique position where he often acts as the person who calls for tenders and also submits tenders. Mark has a wealth of experience and he provides some real insights on what you should put in a tender submission along with var…

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Episode 4. Bid or No Bid - Things to Consider before you Bid, Tender or Write a Proposal 14:59

2+ y ago14:59

14:59

This episode looks at the various things you need to consider before you bid for service or work. Writing bids, Tenders and Proposals can be very time-consuming and costly, so a few simple checks upfront will help you decide if you should attempt to bid or tender for that particular work or service.By ARVIND LAL

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Episode 2. Types of Bids, Tenders and Proposals 14:00

2+ y ago14:00

14:00

In this episode, we look at different types of requests for bids, tenders and proposals that are put out by regulated organisations such as governments and how to respond to them.By ARVIND LAL

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Episode 3. NSW Local Government Tender Process - A Discussion with Joshua Same from Maddocks Lawyers 32:51

2+ y ago32:51

32:51

In this episode, Arvind Lal has a discussion with Joshua Same from Maddocks Lawyers about NSW Local Government Tender Process. It looks at what the tender documents should have, the process of tendering, evaluation and the award of the contract. This episode will be helpful for Local Government professionals that deal with procurement and companies…

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Episode 1. Why Tender for Services 17:01

2+ y ago17:01

17:01

In this episode, we discuss why you would want to be in the competitive game and tender for work or services that your business provides. We discuss the advantages of writing bids, tenders or proposals. You can get more information at https://bidsmart.com.au/By ARVIND LAL

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Brennan Lee Mulligan / Scot Armstrong 47:49

6+ y ago47:49

47:49

Brennan Lee Mulligan sits down with NY OG, screenwriter, show runner, & director Scot Armstrong (Soundtrack, Mother). They cover his early days studying in Chicago at Second City under Del Close, the Chicago scene, the very first days of UCB New York, helping invite the Soundtrack format, and more.By UCB Comedy