Best Planet B Productions Podcasts (2025)

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How AI Is Transforming the Creator Economy with Brian Klais, Founder of URLgenius 40:13

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AI this, AI that… but what about the creator economy!? With all the buzz around artificial intelligence, it’s time to connect the dots to creator marketing. In this episode of The Partnership Economy, Todd is joined by Brian Klais, Founder of URLgenius, to explore how AI is transforming the creator landscape. Brian kicks things off with a holistic …

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Community as the antidote to consumerism. Andrew Valder, Barbara 'Babs' Gill & Barry Du Bois on how community and connection make the Garage Sale Trail Australia's #1 day of reuse. Episode 3. 1:09:17

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How much stuff have you got in your life? Go on, count it in your mind… Every book, pot and pan, every sock and pair of jeans. The couch, the stuff behind the couch. And so much more. According to the LA Times, the average US home contains around 300,000 items. Most of us don’t need most of it, but we still buy more, using up our home planet’s reso…

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Earth Observed | Episode 3: Tee Barr | Spatial Thinking 31:45

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Episode three is live! This week, Sam Warwick had the pleasure of hosting the wonderful Tee Barr, Director of Geospatial Product at Verisk. Tune in to hear Tee’s expert insights on spatial thinking as they dissect the most pressing trends and challenges in Earth Observation today. A huge thank you to Tee for taking the time to join us on the Earth …

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The Decline of the Bandung Spirit w/ Kevin Ochieng Okoth 14:21

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Our third guest hosted episode of the summer comes from Kevin O'Koth - author of Red Africa: Reclaiming Revolutionary Black Politics. Reading an extract from his book, he takes a look at the Bandung Conference – a pivotal 1955 gathering of leaders from Asia and Africa, united in their resistance to colonialism and their vision for a new, non-aligne…

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The art of making the environment fun. Natalie Kyriaciou on changing systems and inspiring hearts and minds to open up to the wonders of our home planet. Episode 2. 57:01

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It has been said that all change starts with mindset. And that to solve the environmental challenges of this world, we first need to people to believe that the environment does matter, a better world is possible, and all those excuses for why renewable energy or protection of our wild places can't happen are just that excuses. Natalie Kyriacou is m…

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Earth Observed | Episode 2: Jeff Butler | What does product market fit look like for EO AI? 28:21

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In this episode of the Earth Observed podcast, DeepRec.ai had the pleasure of catching up with Jeff Butler, Founder & CEO of ClimateGeo consulting, a next-generation consulting firm that translates climate, geospatial, and supply chain data into actionable insights for a sustainable future through innovative analysis and software. Tune in for Jeff'…

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Unemployment Peak w/ Faiza Shaheen & Laurie Macfarlane 24:34

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This week on The Curve, Faiza Shaheen is in the hosting chair and is joined by Laurie Macfarlane - co-director of Future Economy Scotland. They discuss the latest research on UK unemployment and whether or not we can confidently trust the figures coming out of the Office for National Statistics. In the extended episode, available to Macrodose membe…

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Inside the Gen Z Mindset with Ben Harms, Chief Growth Officer at Archrival 55:14

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Understanding Gen Z might feel like navigating uncharted territory, but what if your brand's success depends on it? In this episode, Dave Yovanno sits down with Ben Harms, Chief Growth Officer at Archrival, a creative agency built to help brands truly connect with Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Ben shares what it takes to meet these audiences where they are,…

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#098 - Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary - The Mind-Bending Truth About Your Anxiety 1:02:21

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Stop fighting your anxiety. It's not the enemy. My guest, Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary, explains the mind-bending truth that anxiety is a powerful evolutionary tool for focus and growth. She details the critical difference between a feeling of anxiety and a clinical disorder. We discuss how to develop 'anti-fragility' by embracing discomfort and leverag…

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Ocean plastics into ocean toys. How Rikki Gilbey and Lucy Jackson built a successful brand by pioneering a new way of turning plastics into products. Episode 1. 59:48

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Plastic is a global problem. Since 1950 it’s estimated that together we humans have produced over 9 billion tonnes of the stuff - and half of that in the last 13 years alone. Every piece ever made still exists and much of it makes its way into our oceans, breaking down into microplastics that end up in our food chain and, eventually, us. Lucy Jacks…

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Earth Observed | Episode 1: Bill Greer | How Nonprofit Satellites Could Change Everything 35:56

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Welcome to the debut episode of Earth Observed, a podcast shaped by a shared fascination with our planet and the technology that transforms how we see it. This is a space to hear from the people designing satellites, building geospatial platforms, and turning vast streams of Earth data into tools for understanding and improving life on the ground. …

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Reeves Considers New Taxes w/ Grace Blakeley and Faiza Shaheen 21:58

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This week on The Curve, Grace Blakeley is hosting chair and is joined by Faiza Shaheen - executive director of Tax Justice UK and visiting Professor in practice at the London School Of Economics. They discuss the latest rumours of new tax rises being considered by the chancellor Rachel Reeves and what they would mean for the UK economy In the exten…

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#097 - Dr. Daniel Yon - Hallucinating Reality: Your Brain’s Greatest Trick 1:32:00

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Ever wondered if your brain is fooling you into seeing the world differently? Dr. Daniel Yon, a cognitive neuroscientist, reveals how your brain doesn’t just observe reality—it actively creates it. Explore how your mind constructs its own version of reality through predictive models, and why you might be "hallucinating" your experiences without eve…

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Ricardo's Dream w/ Nat Dyer 15:50

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Our second guest hosted episode of the summer comes from Nat Dyer - author of Ricardo’s Dream: How Economists Forgot the Real World and Led Us Astray. Reading an extract from his book, he takes a look at how conventional economics developed, and why many of its ideas have wrecked such havoc on society and the living world. Subscribe to support the …

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#096 - Brian Sachetta - Engineer Your Calm: Debugging Mental Loops 1:28:36

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MindHack's Latest Code Drop: We unpack a groundbreaking approach to mental wellness with former software engineer and author, Brian Sachetta. Brian reveals how to 'debug' your mind, treating anxious thought loops and mental overwhelm like 'rogue software' that can be systematically reprogrammed. Discover his powerful IRA framework: Interrupt, Refra…

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Who Cares? w/ Emily Kenway 15:56

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Our first guest hosted episode of the summer comes from Emily Kenway, former carer, doctoral researcher and author of 'Who Cares: The Hidden Crisis of Caregiving And How We Solve It', Today she is reading an abridged excerpt from her book which explores why conventional assumptions about solving the so-called ‘care crisis’ are founded on deep misun…

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LIVE: State Of The Nation w/ Kwajo Tweneboa & Dalia Gebrial 11:47

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With James Meadway away this week, we're bringing you another conversation from our State Of The Nation live event earlier this month. Kwajo Tweneboa is a housing activist confronting the worst living conditions people are having to experience in the UK, who sat down with Dalia Gebrial - Lecturer in Geography and Social Justice at Kings College Lon…

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LIVE: State Of The Nation w/ Gary Stevenson & Kojo Koram 13:34

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James Meadway is away this week, so in place of THE CURVE we're bringing you this exclusive conversation. Earlier this month, former trader Gary Stevenson joined Orwell Prize nominee Kojo Koram for a discussion on the state of British politics, rising inequality, and how economic decline is reshaping the public sphere. Together, Stevenson and Koram…

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#095 - Taylor Scott - Lead with Heart: The Humanity Hack 59:17

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Uncover the game-changing "Humanity Hack" for transformative leadership. Taylor Scott, a hospitality pioneer, reveals how cultivating psychological safety and deep emotional connection is the scientific blueprint for peak performance and a thriving workplace culture. Learn how generosity inspires genuine connection, ignites motivation, and empowers…

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John Maynard Keynes: Saving Capitalism From Itself 18:32

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On this week's MACRODOSE, James continues our economics history series with a look at the life and legacy of one of the most famous economists of the 20th century - John Maynard Keynes. Subscribe to support the show at patreon.com/Macrodose. Your pledge is a donation supporting free public education; perks are thank-you gifts for your support. Got …

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The Algorithym Made Me Do It: Song in Space Goes Social 11:08

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What happens when a seasoned creative who's spent decades in traditional marketing dives headfirst into the bewildering world of social media algorithms? Join Chris McHale on this raw, unfiltered journey as he documents the creation of "Song in Space" – an epic space opera for kids being developed with a global team of passionate creators. The digi…

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#094 - Sönke Ahrens - AI-Proof Your Brain: Smart Notes Strategy 1:15:57

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The future of original thought is now. In an AI-driven world, how do you ensure your ideas remain uniquely yours? Dr. Sönke Ahrens, author of How to Take Smart Notes and creator of the accompanying online course How To Take Smart Notes with Obsidian, unveils the Zettelkasten method: a revolutionary "smart notes" strategy to AI-proof your brain. Dis…

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China's Economic Future w/ Jane Hayward 14:56

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This week on The Curve, James Meadway is joined by Jane Hayward - lecturer in China and global affairs at the Lau China institute at King’s College London - to explore the political economy of China. Together James and Jane discuss: whether the supposed coming collapse of China is real; if China's economy can be considered socialist or capitalist; …

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The Sonic Humanist 10:22

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What does music reveal about our humanity in an age where machines can sing? Chris McHale, composer and Studio GGG founder, unveils his life's work: The Sonic Humanist Project—a four-part creative odyssey exploring sound's power to shape identity, heal divisions, and unite us. The project begins with "Sound Strategies," McHale's field guide to vibr…

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Co-Founder, CEO and CTO at Chain4Travel, Pablo Castillo | The Leadership Lab | Episode 48 38:59

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We had the great pleasure of speaking to Pablo Castillo, Co-Founder, CEO and CTO at Chain4Travel, in the latest episode of The Leadership Lab. Listen in for Pablo's unique take on innovating with blockchain in the travel industry, the importance of user interaction in business development, funding, profitability, and so much more. More about Pablo:…

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Rosa Luxemburg: Ecological Economist 26:33

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On this week's MACRODOSE, James kicks off our economics history series with a look at the life and impact of the Jewish Polish-German revolutionary and Marxist theorist Rosa Luxembourg, and why her work has renewed relevance today (2:22). Subscribe to support the show at patreon.com/Macrodose. Your pledge is a donation supporting free public educat…

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#093 Dr. Corey Wilks - The Psychology Secret: How Fear Kills Dreams & What to Do About It 1:30:17

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Discover the psychology behind entrepreneurial success with Dr. Corey Wilks, a clinical psychologist turned executive coach who transforms high-achieving entrepreneurs trapped in 'lucrative misery.' From growing up in rural Appalachia on food stamps to coaching VC-backed founders, Corey reveals why most entrepreneurs self-sabotage, how to break fre…

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Zohranomics w/ Kate Aronoff 22:46

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This week on The Curve, James Meadway is joined by Kate Aronoff - staff writer at The New Republic - to discuss Zohran Mamdani's resounding victory in the democratic primary for New York City Mayor (0.57). In the full episode, available to Macrodose patrons, James & Kate also break down: - Attempts by US republicans to take from the poor and give t…

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After Peace 21:12

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On this week's MACRODOSE, James unpacks the big news story of the week: the US’ direct entry into the war in the Middle East, the bombing of Iranian nuclear sites, and the potential long term geopolitical and economic fall outs (2:11). Subscribe to support the show at patreon.com/Macrodose. Your pledge is a donation supporting free public education…

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Co-Founder and CTO of Yuuniq Health, Nicolaj Förderer | The Leadership Lab | Episode 47 17:56

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The leadership lab returns with another dive into deep tech! In this episode, we're joined by Nicolaj Förderer, the CTO and Co-Founder of Yunniq Health, a pioneering digital health startup that uses AI to equip medical practices with advanced tools for genetic profiling and efficient patient monitoring. With a technical foundation in Mechanical Eng…

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War on Iran w/ Laleh Khalili 31:02

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This week on The Curve, James Meadway is joined by Laleh Khalili - Professor of Gulf Studies at the University of Exeter and author of Sinews of War and Trade and Extractive Capitalism. Together, James and Laleh discuss the latest developments in the Middle East, with Israel escalating it’s U.S.-backed war on Iran. What are the potential geopolitic…

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The Millionaire Exodus Myth 14:37

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On this week's MACRODOSE, James unpacks: First, everything you need to know about today's Spending Review from the Labour government. What cuts are coming, and what does this mean for public services? (0:31) Second, the millionaire exodus that never was - new research debunks the myth that higher taxes are driving the rich to flee the UK (7:45). Su…

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#092 - Dr. Neil Paulvin - Biohacking Hype vs. Truth 1:13:10

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Is your quest for peak performance lost in a sea of biohacking fads and conflicting advice? In a world saturated with quick fixes and miracle cures, discerning genuine science from fleeting trends can feel like navigating a minefield. Many embark on their optimization journey armed with popular advice, only to find themselves investing time, energy…

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Goodtrepreneur is the podcast about good people with good ideas for a better world. Trailer. 1:52

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A two minute introduction that introduces you to the idea of a Goodtrepreneur and what to expect from this podcast. Goodtrepreneur is the podcast about good people with good ideas for a better world. Please 👀 follow, 👂listen, 🌟 rate and share 📢 to help spread the word and deliver on our mission to inspire and enable more people to create more world…

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Starmer's Military Keynesianism 23:36

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On this week's episode of The Curve, James Meadway and Grace Blakeley discuss Rachel Reeves spending review, expected to mark a miserable return to austerity (1:41). In the full episode, James and Grace discuss Starmer pledging to increase defence spending to put Britain in a state of ‘war-fighting readiness’, and the Autonomy Institute's report on…

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#091 Colleen West - Meet Your "Inner Crew" – The IFS Key to Overcoming Anxiety & Healing Trauma 1:13:29

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That voice in your head telling you you're not enough? It's not your enemy, it's part of your "Inner Crew" trying to protect you. In this mind-blowing episode, therapist Colleen West reveals why understanding your internal parts is the key to healing trauma and conquering anxiety. She breaks down the revolutionary Internal Family Systems approach t…

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Medicine from the Land: Bioregional Herbalism with Logan Keister 51:11

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What happens when you grow up foraging mushrooms and picking wild berries in the forests of western Oregon? In this episode, I chat with clinical herbalist Logan Keister of Noti Botanica about his journey into bioregional herbalism, growing up in timber country, and the powerful role nature plays in healing. We talk about wildcrafting, teaching kid…

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LIVE: Green Futures in the Age of Trump w/ Kojo Koram, Nick Dearden & Maria Finnerty 1:12:58

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Last week, Macrodose returned to SPACE4 for another live show, looking at the future of global political economy under the shadow of Trump 2.0. We explored where the UK fits into this shifting global landscape, what a radical economic programme could look like, and how green politics can rise to meet the moment. Speakers: James Meadway Maria Finn…

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LIVE: The Afterlives of Neoliberalism w/ Quinn Slobodian and Geoff Mann 58:20

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To celebrate the launch of The BREAK—DOWN ISSUE #1, editor Adrienne Buller was joined by Quinn Slobodian and Geoff Mann for a timely conversation on the afterlives of neoliberalism, the climate crisis, and the global rise of the far right. ISSUE #1 The BREAK—DOWN is dedicated to exploring the political economy of the climate crisis. We bring togeth…

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UK Avoids Recession (for now) 16:57

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On this week's MACRODOSE, James Meadway unpacks: First, the UK avoids recession! Where did recent positive GDP figures come from and are they sustainable? (0:48) Second, more news from "The Uninsurable World", as global losses from natural disasters hit $318 billion in 2024 (3:28). And finally, how the Labour government is responding to historic dr…

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Bridging Creators, Content, and Conversions with Amanda Mount, Director of Affiliate Marketing at Monks 36:50

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In the agency world, your ability to drive success for a brand is make or break. The best in the business have sifted through various options to land on the perfect formula for a winning brand strategy. One of those pros is Amanda Mount, Director of Affiliate Marketing at Monks. In this episode, Todd Crawford is on a mission to learn how Amanda doe…

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Natural First Aid for Sprains & Strains—Is Your Herbal Medicine Cabinet Ready? 20:49

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When my daughter sprained her ankle during a softball game, I was grateful to have Comfrey growing in the garden and some Arnica oil stashed in the van. But as I reached for what I had on hand, I realized most of my oils were past their prime. This episode is a real-life story behind that moment, the herbs I turn to for sprains and strains, and why…

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3 Artists vs AI 9:44

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What happens when the algorithms come for our art? As AI promises to dominate the world by 2027, we're left wondering what remains uniquely human in our creative landscape. The answer lies not in what we create, but why we create it, and who we become through the process. This episode dives into three essential sparks of humanity that AI can never …

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US-UK Trade Deal Explained w/ Faiza Shaheen 15:43

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On this week's episode of The Curve, James Meadway is joined by Faiza Shaheen - distinguished policy fellow at the London School of Economics - to discuss the trade deal recently announced between the UK and US (1:49). In the full episode, James and Faiza investigate the sudden flurry of interest in the term “geoeconomics”, and reports that Chancel…

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Life On The Farm; Wisdom & Tips On Growing The Best Herbal Medicine with Elise Higley of Oshala Farm 1:07:20

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Ever wonder what it really takes to grow potent, high-quality herbal medicine—from the ground up? In this inspiring conversation with Elise Higley of Oshala Farm, we explore the art, science, and soul of regenerative organic herb farming. We’ll talk about: How regenerative organic farming nurtures both plants and people The behind-the-scenes proces…

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Fresh Warnings For UK Food Suppliers 14:55

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On this week’s MACRODOSE, James Meadway breaks down two big stories. First (0:43), fresh warnings from UK food suppliers about the threat of climate change. Second (3:24), tensions between India and pakistan have seen the dismantling of a key treaty over the supply of water. And finally (10:32), a look at what Reform’s successes in the local electi…

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The Infinite Diamond. Baseball By Ear. 4:09

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What if the most vivid way to experience America's pastime isn't through your eyes, but through your ears? Baseball transcends the boundaries of visual media in a way no other sport can match. When the crack of the bat echoes through radio waves, something magical happens – the game transforms into pure theater of the mind. Your imagination paints …

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Inside the US and UK Affiliate Landscape with Graeme Boase, Account Director at Growth HQ 52:03

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Pack your bags, we’re heading across the pond! In this episode, Todd Crawford sits down with Graeme Boase, Account Director at Growth HQ, to explore how to build an affiliate A-team and the key differences between affiliate marketing in the U.S. and the U.K. To start, they break down how the maturity of each market is shaping the role, influencing …

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#090 Josh and Greg : Rewire Your Mind - Simple NLP Secrets for Success 1:24:54

4M ago1:24:54

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Neuroscientist meets Trial Lawyer and what happens next will rewire your mind. Neuroscientist Josh Davis, PhD, and trial lawyer turned entrepreneur Greg Prosmushkin, authors of "The Difference That Makes The Difference," reveal powerful, easy to use Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques to instantly shift your mindset for success. We dive i…

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Co-Founder and CTO at Nimagna, Christoph Niederberger | The Leadership Lab | Episode 46 28:11

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The Leadership Labs is back with some brand-new brainfood. We caught up with Christoph Niederberger, Co-Founder, and CTO, of Nimagna, an AI-powered platform that's revolutionising video presentations. We talked about his journey from computer science and sports broadcasting to building a tool that helps presenters capture their audience’s attention…