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Plugged In

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Plugged In dives deep into the ever-evolving world of technology with a special emphasis on how it intersects with our daily lives, businesses, and the broader society. Guided by Mark Sephton, a globally renowned personal mentor to entrepreneurs and a passionate technophile, this podcast unravels the complexities of the tech world, offering listeners insights that are both profound and practical. With Mark's rich experience, having interviewed over 4,500 individuals across various platforms, ...
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Welcome to Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™ The podcast for widows and widowers balancing career, family, and loss. Hear and learn from those thriving in career and parenthood after loss. Interested in being a guest? Submit a request to join us and share your story: https://widowwisdomwealth.com/be-our-guest/ What does it mean to rebuild a life that feels whole after loss? Rebuilding after loss is not about forgetting—it's about finding new strength, purpose, and balance for yourself and your family. ...
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When it comes to adopting AI, how do organisations separate value from risk, and hype from reality? Stay ahead of the curve on the latest AI advancements and their implications for the future of work with Great ExpectAItions, your trusted guide to AI in the workplace, with Jabra. Featuring in-depth discussions with thought leaders and world-renowned experts, this podcast is designed for business decision-makers who want to leverage AI effectively and responsibly. Covering the full spectrum o ...
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Dive into the heart of music's most compelling narratives with "Misadventures in Music," a podcast where the untold stories of the music industry come to light. Hosted by Merseyside's own Ian Prowse, frontman of Amsterdam and the erstwhile spearhead of Pele, alongside Mick Ord, former head of BBC Merseyside Ian and Mick, with their rich backgrounds in music and journalism, embark on a quest to explore music history.
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Sweet Silver Song is a podcast that tells you the stories of Liverpool Football Club, one of the world’s greatest teams, six times European champions and followed by over 770 million people worldwide. My name is Mark Kerr, a lifelong Liverpool supporter, who has been watching my team since 1965. I will be talking to people who know this club, who work there and have played for it. Week by week, we will fill you in on the amazing stories that make our club the worldwide institution it is toda ...
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Smart Dating Divas Embracing Love and Life Transitions with Donna Meador In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth™, host Donna interviews Donna Meador, who shares her incredible story of finding love later in life, navigating relationships with adult children, enduring financial hardships, and rebuilding her life after loss. Donna discusses the l…
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James Campion is the author of a new fascinating and revealing book about Prince - one of the greatest songwriters and musicians of his era who passed away much too soon in 2016 aged 57. His new book 'Revolution - Prince, the band, the era" focuses on his prolific and ground-breaking music from the 80's when he and his band took the music world by …
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Electric mobility has its innovators, but few have shaped a true riding culture the way Tim Seward has. In this episode, the ONYX Motors chief design officer reveals how a designer's obsession, a rider's instinct, and a skateboarder's community ethos built one of the most distinctive EV brands on the road. This conversation is a deep dive into perf…
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In this edition of 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth™,' host Donna Kendrick and her husband Jim Gehan share an impromptu conversation about self-care, sleep, and community support after the loss of a spouse. They discuss the importance of creating a new normal, taking personal time, and addressing the guilt often felt by widows and widowers when they focus …
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Antony Bream doesn't preach disruption, he dissects the mess beneath it: the bad data, the empty "AI-powered" hype, and the human chaos driving modern sales. In Revenue Realism, he unpacks why automation has stripped the soul out of selling and how founders can rebuild it with truth, timing, and empathy. It's part data science, part therapy, a brut…
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In this episode of 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth™,' host Donna Jean Kendrick welcomes career coach Shelly Malley, recently recognized as one of the top coaches in Philadelphia by Influence Digest in 2023. Shelly shares her extensive experience in HR and career coaching, offering insights into job search strategies, personal branding, and navigating care…
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In this episode of Misadventures in Music, we sit down with the incredible Beryl Marsden who is one of the original voices of the Merseybeat era and a true powerhouse of British R&B and soul. From blowing away Cavern Club crowds at just 14 to touring with The Beatles (yep, those Beatles), Beryl’s story is packed with music history, friendships with…
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In this episode of the 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth' podcast, host Donna Jean Kendrick chats with Kathy Lentz, owner of Kindred Soul, a company specializing in life celebrations. Kathy shares her journey to becoming a certified life celebrant and discusses the importance of pre-planning one's funeral to lighten the emotional burden on loved ones. They …
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Nikita Bridan of Oilstainlab reveals how he and his brother are rewriting the rules of automotive design. From global influences to the raw spirit of 1960s racing, the HF-11 is their vision of what cars should feel like. This episode explores how passion, independence, and controlled chaos can create machines that are both timeless and unforgettabl…
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Balint Pasztor, CEO and co-founder of DiffuseDrive, reveals how his company is redefining synthetic data to train AI systems with realistic, diverse, and scalable edge cases. From autonomous vehicles to defense applications, DiffuseDrive is tackling the simulation-to-reality gap that has long slowed AI progress. In this episode, Balint shares his j…
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Dr. Peter Bonutti has spent 40 years redefining what good outcomes mean. Less pain, faster recovery, and a return to real life. Now as CEO of Realeve he is tackling medicine's toughest frontier, finding ways to deliver therapies through the blood-brain barrier to restore brain function. From minimally invasive breakthroughs to surgical robotics and…
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Evan Floersch isn't treating the Texas Ranchers like just another sports franchise, he's building them into a cultural movement. As CEO and co-owner, he's blending storytelling, technology, and community to redefine what sports ownership looks like. From celebrity-backed collaborations to youth development powered by AI, Floersch's vision goes far …
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Dom Kwong isn't just building motorcycles, he's building a safer future for mobility. As the co-founder of Damon Motorcycles, Kwong is fusing cutting-edge AI, radical design, and scalable platforms to tackle the dangers riders face on the road. From the game-changing CoPilot safety system to the ambitious goal of zero fatalities by 2030, Damon is r…
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High-rise window cleaning is one of the world's most dangerous jobs, but Michael Brown is changing that. As CEO and Chairman of Skyline Robotics, he's leading the charge to replace risky manual labor with cutting-edge robotics and AI. From safer work for union cleaners to digital twins that transform building maintenance, Skyline is reshaping the f…
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Visual development artist and illustrator Lilly Hourani joins the show to discuss originality in the age of AI, how technology is reshaping the creative process, and her upcoming children's book Bird Callers. From exploring the limits of AI-generated art to blending traditional and digital tools, Lilly shares why human perspective is irreplaceable …
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In this episode of the Widow Wisdom and Wealth Podcast, host Donna welcomes Isabelle Von Buscher, a woman of remarkable resilience and determination. Isabelle shares her inspiring journey of navigating career changes and raising a son after becoming a widow during pregnancy. From her role as a VP in the corporate world in Europe to working for a no…
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He had a raft of big hit singles in the 1960’s and 70’s and many of his acclaimed photographs are held the National Portrait Gallery. In the Misadventures in Music podcast episode 36, Mike talks to Ian and Mick lovingly about life in the McCartney family home and about some of the larger than life characters he encountered over the years including …
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Freight hasn't changed much in a century, but Kevin Damoa is determined to change that. As founder and CEO of Glid, he's building autonomous road-to-rail vehicles that merge trucks, trains, and every step in between into one seamless system. In this episode, we explore how Glid could cut costs, revive short-line railroads, and reimagine the $20 tri…
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What if anyone could turn a half-formed idea into a patent in just minutes? Dr. Marcus Weller, neuroscientist and founder of DeepInvent, joins the show to reveal how his AI platform is transforming innovation. From accelerating R&D to democratizing invention, we explore how DeepInvent is helping people of all ages create real, usable breakthroughs …
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In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, Donna interviews Marie Alessi, who shares her journey into widowhood and how she has navigated the complexities of raising two boys while dealing with profound loss. Marie discusses her mission, her books, and her TED Talk, emphasizing her unique approach to leading through grief with joy. Marie recounts …
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In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, hosts Donna Hendrick and Jim Han discuss parenting after the loss of a spouse. They share their personal journeys—Donna's experience after losing her husband and Jim's experience after his ex-wife's passing. The episode covers how their core parenting skills evolved, the impact of grief timelines on their…
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As the football season gets underway, there's an air of excitement among fans as they look forward to their team's prospects for the next 9 months. At Liverpool's world-famous Anfield, there've been big changes ON the pitch, but it's fair to say that none have been as significant as those OFF the field - because for the first time in more than 50 y…
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In this episode of 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth,' host Donna Kendrick and her husband Jim discuss the complexities of managing a career and parenting during life transitions, particularly in the aftermath of loss. They explore their personal experiences of giving up careers to focus on family, the challenges of solo parenting, and the importance of mai…
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It's difficult to imagine now but back in the early sixties, soul was 'underground' music in the UK - rarely played on the radio, and only appreciated by a small number of aficionados. Within a few years, records by artists on the Tamla Motown label would sell in their millions but in the very early 60s, very few people had heard of it. Among a sma…
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In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, meet Carolyn Dennis Johnson, a resilient entrepreneur who shares her journey from being a single parent to successfully starting her own business at 65. Carolyn discusses how she navigated financial independence after her divorce, leaned on her community for support, and continuously pursued education and…
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In 1969 they sold more records in America than any other band including the Beatles and the Stones but within a few years Creedence Clearwater Revival had split up with a bitterness rarely matched, even in the topsy-turvy world of rock music. Fast forward 50 years, and former leader and main songwriter John Fogarty is back on tour, including the UK…
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Join host Mark on The Plugged In Podcast as he sits down with Igor Kersic, CTO of Ververica and co-creator of Apache Flink, to unpack the real meaning of real-time AI. From financial compliance to fraud prevention, Kersic explains how Ververica's streaming platform is helping enterprises move beyond outdated batch processing into live, predictive d…
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Our guest in the new Misadventures in Music podcast with Ian Prowse and Mick Ord is the writer Jeff Young, whose critically-acclaimed 'Wild Twin' has been nominated for the TLS Ackerley Award for the best biography of 2025. Set in Liverpool and Amsterdam in the late 70's and early 80's, the book centres on Jeff's wild experiences as a would-be bohe…
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In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, Donna Kendrick and her husband Jim reflect on the challenges of navigating parenthood and career after the loss of a spouse. They discuss managing grief, children's emotions, and the nuances of whether certain behaviors are grief-appropriate or age-appropriate. The conversation also delves into their pers…
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In this episode of Great Expectations, we explore the evolution of leadership in the age of AI with expert Elisa Farri. Moving beyond productivity tools, Elisa introduces the concept of "co-thinking" with AI—treating artificial intelligence as a 24/7 thought partner rather than just an output generator. Elisa shares practical strategies for balanci…
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In the new season of Misadventures in Music' (episode 13) Ian Prowse and Mick Ord take a deep dive into the UK's Post-Punk music scene (1978-1982) with New Jersey-based writer and filmmaker Russell Craig Richardson who has been working on a documentary film about the genre, having lived among many of the musicians in the UK at the time. He talks ab…
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Is your company truly AI-ready, or just AI-obsessed? David de Cremer, author of "The AI Savvy Leader" reveals what's actually working in AI adoption today. In this episode, we explore why being "AI-driven" might be sabotaging your success, how to measure real AI ROI beyond flashy metrics, and why the future belongs to leaders who can blend empathy …
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What if happiness isn't just a nice-to-have, but actually the secret to better business outcomes? In this episode, we sit down with Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute, to explore why measuring wellbeing is becoming as important as tracking GDP—and what that means for your workplace. From Denmark's consistent happiness rankings to …
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Decisions of the Heart: Helen Bernie on Managing Finances, Family, and Blending Lives | Widow Wisdom and Wealth In this episode of the Widow Wisdom and Wealth podcast, host Donna Dean Kendrick interviews Helen Bernie, a divorcee, small business owner, and health coach. Helen shares her journey of managing her business through a divorce, blending fa…
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PanTerra Networks CEO Artie Chang joins Plugged In to share how his company is using AI to transform everyday business communications, from proactive customer engagement to AI-powered admin portals. Learn how PanTerra's Streams.ai platform blends collaboration, contact center tools, and content sharing into a single seamless experience. Whether you…
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Step into the future of online shopping with Zakeke founder Angelo Colletta, whose AI-powered platform is transforming how consumers interact with products. From 3D try-ons to backend automation, discover how brands are boosting revenue while slashing operational costs. If you're in e-commerce, this is the customization revolution you can't afford …
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AI is used by both cybersecurity attackers and defenders. So how do we navigate these emerging cyber threats - and also foster responsible innovation? We're joined by Oykü Işık who provides practical guidance to help us understand the evolving threat of AI, drawing insights from real-world examples. We also examine how businesses can leverage AI fo…
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Our guest on the Misadventures in Music podcast is the acclaimed music writer, broadcaster and self-styled ROCK N ROLL WITCH Zoe Howe. She's written or co-written biographies of some of the most influential musicians of the 70's and 80's - Wilko Jonson, The Slits, Poly Styrene, Jesus and Mary Chain, and Stevie Nicks. Zoe tells some wonderful tales …
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Productivity is up. AI is streamlining work. Digital tools are everywhere. But many employees feel more disconnected than ever – and it's starting to show. In this episode, Constance Noonan Hadley reveals why workplace loneliness has become one of the most overlooked barriers to sustainable success. We examine how post-pandemic work patterns, the r…
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How is AI impacting productivity, and how are leadership roles evolving to navigate this technological shift? In this episode, Professor Tom Davenport joins us to separate hype from reality, and explore the challenges of enterprise AI adoption. We discuss the differences between analytical and generative AI and their practical implications for busi…
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In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, we dive deep into balancing career and parenthood after experiencing loss. Donna introduces business professional Audrey Faust, a CFO with unique methods that blend financial expertise and personal development. Audrey shares invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, from the importance of separating person…
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Ready to sell smarter, not harder? In this episode of Plugged In, Jeeva AI CEO Gaurav Bhattacharya reveals how he turned a failed startup into a multimillion-dollar AI platform that's redefining sales productivity. From bold pivots to breakthrough growth, discover how Jeeva is helping sales teams automate the busywork and focus on what really close…
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In the last episode you met Jim, my co-host and husband. Now, Jim is sharing his unique experience of navigating the emotions and responsibilities after his ex-wife, who he had a child with, passed away. There is no "title" for this unique situation in life. A widower… but without the title. We discusses the complexities Jim faced as an ex-husband …
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Bobby Gray, founder of TEXITcoin, joins Plugged In to discuss why Texas could become a new epicenter for decentralized digital currency and how TEXITcoin is offering a local, permissioned alternative to foreign-controlled crypto. The episode explores mining infrastructure, economic sovereignty, and Gray's vision for real-world utility.…
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Looking back, the early seventies can seem like a strange time musically in the UK and perhaps nowhere more so than Merseyside. The NEXT BIG THING that we were all waiting for following the break-up of The Beatles hadn't emerged and a wide range of musical styles proliferated in the local pub and club scene.For a few years before 1977, Supercharge …
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Episode 10 of Misadventures in Music was recorded at SVARA Radio based in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle. The boys are joined by David Fishel who is musician from Liverpool and has produced the JazzScene radio show broadcasting in several countries between 1992 - 2002. David Fishel has worked with Malcolm McLaren, Patti Boulaye, Steve Levine and 'disc…
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Many political and military observers are calling the current war in Ukraine the most serious conflict that Europe has faced since World War Two, without for one moment demeaning the impact of other conflicts such as the wars in the former state of Yugoslavia 30 years ago. In episode 8 of Misadventures in Music Ian Prowse and Mick Ord discuss how d…
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When 18 year old Mark Watson met the American jazz musician and poet Gil Scott-Heron after a gig in Liverpool in 1984 little did he realise that the star was going to play such an important role in his life. Mark had just been released from 9 years in the care system and could barely read or write. Nevertheless he WAS streetwise and blagged his way…
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Following on from episode 3, Ian Prowse and Mick Ord discuss male artists who have changed musical direction. Following on from the episode 3 of the Misadventures In Music with Ian Prowse and Mick Ord... Our presenters discuss male artists who changed their musical direction for the better or worse. Ian starts with a band close to his heart in The …
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Welcome to the second episode of Misadventures in Music with Ian Prowse and Mick Ord. In the second episode of the Misadventures In Music Podcast - Presenters Ian Prowse and Mick Ord look back on the work of Pogues frontman Shane McGowan. The conversation looks back on MacGowans English upbringing and his identity as an Irishman, discussing how his…
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