Best Sarah Ridge Podcasts (2025)

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With Nikki Steele Osborne.....AKA The Scottish Soul Sister 47:04

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6d ago47:04

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Nikki is the founder of The Scottish Soul Sister. She supports parents to gain the confidence and clarity to cut through the noise and overwhelm to raise their family on their own terms. Living in four countries outside of her home of Scotland shaped her both personally and professionally to bring you an honest, humorous approach with no sugarcoati…

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Words of the Year (with Natalie Haynes) 28:03

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As the year comes to a close, Natalie Haynes joins Armando to discuss and dissect the words of 2025. Looking at official lists, and conjuring up some of their own, they set about breaking down the language that defined another frenetic year. We find out what links all of the official words of the year, and why we can learn a lesson from Austria whe…

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463: Cyril Derreumaux—In the Flow 1:27:54

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Mike sits down with adventurer, endurance athlete, and motivational speaker Cyril Derreumaux, a man who has spent an unusual amount of time alone with his thoughts—and the open ocean. Cyril talks Mike through his two 70-plus-day solo treks across both the Atlantic and the Pacific in a kayak. Mike and Cyril explore risk, resilience, and the fine lin…

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With Emma Jeater.....Founder of The Reflux Tummy Mummy 55:34

13d ago55:34

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Emma is passionate about making sure no other parent has to go through what her family did. After watching her son suffer with reflux for the first 10 months of his life Emma discoveredThe Baby Reflux Lady. Her book, weaning course and the expertise she had passed down to one of her previous students we spoke to, changed their lives. In March 2022,…

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Civilisational Erasure (with Stewart Lee) 28:42

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Is 'Civilisational Erasure' upon us? This week, Armando is joined again by Stewart Lee to look at this phrase, and others from the US' new National Security Strategy. Would this kind of language have been unthinkable even a few years ago? We also look at other elements of the strategy, and whether it's time to forget the idea that Trump is playing …

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462: Del Bigtree—An Inconvenient Study 1:39:34

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On this eye-opening episode, Mike welcomes filmmaker and television veteran Del Bigtree of The HighWire to discuss his newest documentary, An Inconvenient Study—a film that investigates what happened to the most thorough childhood vaccinated vs. unvaccinated study ever done. They discuss how Del convinced a doctor at one of the most prestigious hea…

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With Margaret Bell......Gut & Hormone Specialist - Retreat Chef - Author Of The Nourish Reset 44:56

20d ago44:56

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Margaret Bell is a women’s hormone and gut health specialist, retreat chef, and author of The Nourish Reset, her second published book. Known for her straight-talking, no-fluff approach, she helps women understand their bodies, regulate their hormones, and feel safe in themselves through seasonal food, nervous system work, and honest education. Wit…

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AI Hallucinations (with Stewart Lee and Sarah Wynn-Williams) 36:16

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This week, Armando is joined again by Stewart Lee to discuss the language around AI. They are also joined by public policy expert and author of Careless People, A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism Sarah Wynn-Williams. For legal reasons, Sarah is not allowed to say anything negative about Meta, so we discuss lots of other areas arou…

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461: Danny Combs—TACT, The Future of Workforce 1:28:24

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Mike sits down with Danny Combs, founder of TACT (Teaching the Autism Community Trades), a program that teaches people with autism skilled trades ranging from welding to woodworking to IT. With equal parts heart and hard data, Danny walks Mike through how TACT is helping fill critical labor shortages while giving thousands of gifted, detail-driven …

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With Lynsey Garrick.....Author and Co Owner of BoredMonkeyUK 1:02:26

27d ago1:02:26

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Lynsey is a disabled Mum, Wife, author, business owner from Shoeburyness in Essex, England. Being born and raised with Cerebral Palsy in the 80s/90s was difficult. Disability and accessibility were not discussed or considered. But....Lynsey wasn't going to sit there (pun intended) and put up with things the way they were. So she's spent her life wr…

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Spooking the Markets (with Natalie Haynes and Stewart Lee) 32:35

28d ago32:35

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It's budget week, Armando is joined by two members of the Strong Message Here commune, Natalie Haynes and Stewart Lee. How do markets get 'spooked'? Who has the broadest shoulders? And what does 'a Labour Budget with Labour values' actually mean? We discuss how taxes get their nicknames, why we know so much about the budget ahead of time these days…

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460: Ryan Fink and Ty Frackiewicz—Can AI Build My House? 1:09:04

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Mike sits down with the two innovative minds behind Digs — an app that's helping to streamline the home-building process. It's a candid look at what happens when tech guys wander into the world of lumber, drywall, and delayed inspections—and try to fix it. If you've ever wondered whether artificial intelligence can actually help build a house, or a…

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With Steph Grainger.....Therapeutic Mentor.....Owner Of The Sisterhood Networking Group Chelmsford & Braintree 49:26

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Steph Grainger is a Therapeutic Mentor and has been supporting women since 2010. She helps them to reconnect to all that they are and desire to be, by walking beside them as they turn their pain into power, embracing all of their truths. She considers herself a Sherpa, well versed in what may come as a result of change, and whilst her clients are t…

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Moral Failure and Deadly Negligence (with Sara Pascoe and Matt Winning) 37:45

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António Guterres has said that missing the 1.5 degree climate target is "a moral failure and deadly negligence". Is he right? Dr Matt Winning joins Sara Pascoe and Armando to discuss the language around climate change. Is it proportionately alarmist, or does it just scare us? Are we numb to the jaw-dropping headlines? Matt has some ideas of how to …

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459: Steven Grayhm—Sheepdog 1:33:53

1M ago1:33:53

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Mike meets actor, writer, and director Steven Grayhm, whose award-winning film Sheepdog is about to hit theaters. Steven breaks down how a three-hour ride with a tow truck driver led him on a 14-year odyssey to get to the truth about veteran post-traumatic stress. It's a conversation about grit, service, sacrifice, and the complicated realities fac…

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With Leah Christian.....Founder & CEO Of The House Of Hormones 48:05

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Leah Christian is the Founder and CEO of The House of Hormones. A Women’s Health Advocate, Menopause Wellness Coach & Psychologist, she is a dynamic leader, expert psychologist, and passionate advocate for women’s health. Over at The House of Hormones, Leah has created a comprehensive platform dedicated to supporting women on their journey to hormo…

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The Buck Stops Here (with Ria Lina and Sophy Ridge) 34:24

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This week, Armando is joined again by comedian Ria Lina, and Sky New's new breakfast host, Sophy Ridge. In the week with 2 big resignations at the BBC, news journalism and accuracy are under the spotlight. We discuss the pressures on live broadcasting, editing, and deciding what stories make it to air. When is something worthy of coverage? These de…

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458: Johnny Joey Jones—Mind Your Wake 1:30:05

2M ago1:30:05

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In honor of Veterans Day, Mike speaks with co-host of The Big Weekend Show Marine Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Johnny Joey Jones, who served eight years as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician in Iraq and Afghanistan—where he lost both legs in the line of duty. These days, he's on a mission to highlight those who serve, from American warfighters to f…

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With Emily Light.....Women’s Empowerment Coach And Photographer 48:46

2M ago48:46

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Emily Light is an Empowerment & Confidence Builder and photographer. Using a trauma-informed and therapeutic approach, she blends photography with practical empowerment tools in her in-person and online women’s workshops. She also leads mentoring sessions for young girls to build confidence, self-love and a strong sense of self. You can connect wit…

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Be Vigilant (with Phil Wang) 29:56

2M ago29:56

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This week, Armando is joined by Phil Wang to look at the use and abuse of political language. Defence Secretary John Healy says we need to 'be vigilant', and Reform councillor Laila Cunningham says 'Labour want us to shut up and die' - we look at how the public and the police respond to horrific events, and at our relationship with the police. We a…

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457: Alex Epstein—Did Bill Gates Change His Mind 49:37

2M ago49:37

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Mike joins author and energy expert Alex Epstein to discuss Bill Gates' surprising new stance on climate change, the growing clash between "human-centric" and "anti-impact" environmentalism, and how the AI revolution is reshaping global energy demands. They also explore what this shift means for philanthropy, fossil fuels, and the future workforce …

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With Gill Russel.....Founder Of The Gill Russel Consultancy 1:00:47

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Gill is a Business Growth Strategist with vast experience of using referral network strategies to facilitate that. She empowers business owners to craft a ‘joyful’ business that works for them, through tailored growth strategies and establishing effective referral networks. Residing on the Kent coast with her husband Wayne, Gill is a proud Mum of f…

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Deep Disillusionment in This Country (with Stewart Lee) 28:46

2M ago28:46

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This week, Armando is joined again by Stewart Lee to look at how political actors use language. Wes Streeting says there is a 'deep disillusionment in this country', and says there is a “growing sense of despair about whether anyone is capable of turning this country round". Why is that? And does politicians speaking in that way confound our misery…

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456: Gavin de Becker—Forbidden Facts 2:14:35

2M ago2:14:35

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Security expert, author, and entrepreneur Gavin de Becker joins us to discuss his newest book, Forbidden Facts: Government Deceit & Suppression About Brain Damage from Childhood Vaccines—a hard-hitting investigation into how government agencies and industry cover up evidence and manipulate public belief. We also discuss the attempted assassination …

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With Rosie Coxshaw.....Founder of Modern Woman & Funky Dory 53:19

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Rosie started her first business aged 16, armed with just her GCSEs. After running an array of companies – some successful ventures, and others that failed along the way – she saw a real lack of platforms to support a woman like her, navigating the world of work by herself. In my early career, she had no resources to guide her. Everything was trial…

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In Hindsight (with Ria Lina and Tim Shipman) 34:13

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This week, Armando is joined again by comedian Ria Lina, and Political Editor of The Spectator, Tim Shipman. We're looking back at looking back. In a week where a scandal-hit Prince renounces his titles and the Chinese spy case continues to pose questions of language for the government, people's previous decisions are being put under the spotlight,…

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455: Philip Diehl—Flying Over the Hump 1:52:26

2M ago1:52:26

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Mike chats with Philip Diehl, the 35th Director of the U.S. Mint and the man behind the most successful coin program in American history—the 50 State Quarters. They talk about the surprising history of the U.S. dollar coin, how a coin gets designed and approved, and the unexpected reason why the mikeroweWORKS Trades Coin—a symbol of American skill …

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With Lizi Jackson.....Founder Of Your Business. Upgraded. 1:17:08

2M ago1:17:08

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Lizi Jackson is a bestselling author, multiple TEDx speaker and the founder of "Your Business. Upgraded." - where ambitious business owners turn when they’re ready for more. Lizi helps experienced entrepreneurs upgrade how they think, lead and grow. She’s known for saying what others won’t, spotting what others miss, and helping business owners cre…

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The End of the Age of Terror and Death (with Stewart Lee) 29:27

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One one hand, the world is going to hell, on the other, the age of terror and death has ended, so which is it? Stewart Lee joins Armando to take a look at this maximal approach to political language. How do you do moderate politics with caps lock on? What's the smart way to diffuse complex arguments about politics? And given the details still to be…

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How LEAF Global Arts Turns Life Into a Year-Round Festival Experience 44:09

2M ago44:09

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Just a year ago, fall festivals were disappearing right and left from event calendars in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hurricane Helene may have thrown a wrench in Western North Carolina’s 2024 festival season, but 2025 is back and better than ever. This weekend marks the triumphant return of the LEAF Global Arts Festival for its 30th anniversary at La…

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454: Amie Ichikawa—You Can't Bring a Vagina to a Penis Fight 1:21:16

2M ago1:21:16

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Mike sits down with Amie Ichikawa—former inmate, prison reform advocate, and founder of Woman II Woman, an organization dedicated to protecting the rights and dignity of incarcerated women. Amie shares her firsthand experience in the California prison system, the disturbing reality of fully intact men being housed in women's prisons, and the silenc…

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What Will People Think? | Sara Hamdan on the Jimmy Fallon Book Club Shortlist 54:02

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Author Sara Hamdan discusses her journey to becoming a published writer and the nuanced storytelling behind her book, "What Will People Think?" from its unexpected appearance on Jimmy Fallon's Book Club shortlist to navigating the complexities of Palestinian heritage in her work. Hamdan delves into the importance of collaboration in creative fields…

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With Gina Trick.....Online Business Strategist And Mentor 1:04:49

3M ago1:04:49

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Gina Trick is the online business strategist and mentor you call when you’re done overthinking and just want a strategy that actually works - with a little help from AI (used wisely, not wildly). She helps online service providers cut through the noise, get clear on what matters, and build businesses that feel as good as they look using simple, sus…

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Repetition, Repetition, Repetition (with Natalie Haynes) 30:22

3M ago30:22

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Did you know Keir Starmer's dad was a toolmaker? Of course you did, because he repeated it every time he was in front a microphone for years. Armando is joined by Natalie Haynes to discuss the use of repetition. How it can be an effective rhetorical technique for the likes of Cicero and Tony Blair, but grates when coming from others? We also look a…

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453: Enes Kanter Freedom—In the Name of Freedom 1:21:51

3M ago1:21:51

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NBA player turned human rights activist Enes Kanter Freedom shares his remarkable journey growing up in Turkey under an oppressive regime, his rise to NBA stardom, and the high personal cost of speaking out against tyranny. From being exiled by his home country to being effectively blackballed from the NBA, Enes opens up about the courage it takes …

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With Debbie Twinn.....Founder of Make Space Chelmsford 51:56

3M ago51:56

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Crafting and colour is Debbie's therapy and has helped her tremendously over the years with poor mental and at times physical health (she has MS) It’s also her way of keeping her brain active and agile. When crafting you use problem solving and special awareness. Cognitive skills that commonly people expect can only be keep limber with crossword pu…

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The Battle for the Soul of the Country (with Adam Fleming) 33:36

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Armando is at the Labour Party conference (well, in a portakabin in a car park nearby - the glamour!), and is joined by Newscast's Adam Fleming to chat all things conference. Has message discipline killed the party conference? Or does their own momentum still make them newsworthy? Looking at conferences past, we look at what makes them an interesti…

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452: Payton McNabb—Enough of This Crap! 1:06:36

3M ago1:06:36

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Mike sits down with former high school volleyballer Payton McNabb, who was knocked unconscious by a spike to the face, delivered by a male competing on the girls' team, and woke up in the middle of a national controversy. What followed wasn't just a concussion and long-term neurological damage. It was a brutal, firsthand lesson in biology, politics…