Best Building Commissioning Authority Podcasts (2025)

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Leadership Lounge: How to Build Trust and Transform Executive Team Performance 17:17

6d ago17:17

17:17

Today's senior executives operate in an environment where trust has never been more critical, or more fragile. According to the latest Edelman Trust Barometer, trust in business leaders is at an all-time low, with people's fear that business leaders are dishonest increasing by 12% in the last year. So, as a leader, how can you cultivate trust withi…

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The Only Certainty Is Change: Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman on AI, Innovation & Market Evolution 39:16

20d ago39:16

39:16

When it comes to global financial markets, the only certainty is the likelihood of uncertainty and change. The world is in a period of transformation on multiple levels fueled by AI and technology innovation, shifting economic policies, and infrastructure modernization. At the foundation of all of this transformation is the unrelenting need for lon…

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Leadership Lounge: Boardroom Bound: How to Navigate Your Journey from Executive to Board Director 15:40

1M ago15:40

15:40

Today's board directors operate in a complex business landscape, balancing strategic guidance, technological innovation, and heightened governance expectations. They must provide critical leadership while navigating rapid change and increasing stakeholder scrutiny. So, as an executive, do you have what it takes to thrive in a board role? And how ca…

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Paws, Purpose & Profit: A Conversation with Pets at Home CEO Lyssa McGowan 48:09

2M ago48:09

48:09

The global pet industry is expected to grow from $320 billion today to nearly $500 billion by 2030, as more pet parents treat their pets like their own children, often sparing no expense on their pets’ nutrition, health, and wellness. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, today’s episode features a conversation with Simon, Hoda and Lyssa McGow…

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Digging Deep: Leadership, Growth & Risk with BHP CEO Mike Henry 42:37

2M ago42:37

42:37

The world needs more metals, minerals, and natural resources to fuel the global economy, power the energy transition, and feed a growing population. As the CEO of the world’s largest mining company, BHP’s Mike Henry is redefining his business in a competitive industry which is projected to grow to $2.8 trillion by 2028. In today’s episode, Clarke d…

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Leadership Lounge: How can family enterprise leaders stay ahead in a fast-changing world? 16:59

3M ago16:59

16:59

We explore how family enterprise leaders can strike the right balance between preserving their organization's legacy and adapting to an evolving business landscape. How can family enterprise leaders stay ahead in a fast-changing world? Family enterprises are the backbone of economies worldwide, but their leaders face an increasingly critical challe…

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AI or Die: A Conversation with Coveo Chairman and CEO Louis Têtu 42:02

3M ago42:02

42:02

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a key topic in C-suite and board room discussions these days; one with the potential to redefine or at least impact every aspect of business and society. Leaders around the world and across industries are racing to figure out how to best implement the technology to gain efficiencies, increase productivity, and ultima…

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Talking Transformational Leadership with RRA’s CEO Constantine Alexandrakis 37:47

3M ago37:47

37:47

In today’s fast-paced, competitive business landscape, hiring and developing future-ready, transformational C-suite leaders is critical to organizational success. Making the wrong hiring decision can often lead to higher costs, damage to workplace culture, or worse. So what are the key things to keep in mind as you think about the leaders who can h…

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Redefiners Rewind: Insights and Takeaways from 2024 53:20

4M ago53:20

53:20

Leaders have to make tough decisions and overcome adversity, often navigating through uncertainty and challenges along their leadership journeys. In this final episode of 2024, we’ll take a look back at the conversations we’ve had with the incredible leaders who joined us on Redefiners this past season to share their leadership stories and insights…

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Exploring the Art of Possible with Google and Alphabet President and Chief Investment Officer Ruth Porat 40:43

5M ago40:43

40:43

Change is something all leaders deal with at various points in their careers. Whether it’s technological change, organizational change, or perhaps even changing careers or industries. Our guest today has managed through all of that change and more. In today’s episode, Clarke and Hoda talk with Ruth Porat, President and Chief Investment Officer at A…

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52 day challenge update 10:57

5M ago10:57

10:57

Hello, how goes it? Here's how my 52 day challenge went...(Plus the sweetest, funniest film I have seen in ages.)By Danielle Krage

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Leadership Lounge: The art of feedback - How to have honest and candid conversations 17:31

5M ago17:31

17:31

We share how leaders can master the art of giving and receiving regular, effective feedback—and the benefits when they get it right. As the end of the year draws closer, you’re likely reflecting on your team’s performance—and how to give feedback that helps your leaders develop and improve. But, these types of conversations aren’t always easy to na…

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Leadership Lounge: How to develop your personal leadership brand 16:23

6M ago16:23

16:23

It’s never been more important to get your personal leadership brand right as a leader. But, it isn’t easy to concisely articulate what you want to be known for and what your unique value proposition is. So, what is a personal leadership brand and how can you begin crafting it? How can you activate your leadership brand in the market? And, what are…

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Waste In, Shareholder Value Out: A Conversation with WM President and CEO Jim Fish 30:56

6M ago30:56

30:56

Not many CEOs would roll up their sleeves and ride on the back of a waste truck at 2am once a week for seven years. But for today’s guest, it was the best way to get to know his employees and learn first-hand what impacts their productivity in the field. In this episode, Waste Management President and CEO Jim Fish joins Simon and guest host Emma Co…

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Leadership Lounge: How to Future-Proof Your Leadership 14:39

7M ago14:39

14:39

Leaders today are operating in a business landscape with new issues, expectations, and pressures to contend with. This new world demands a new breed of leader. So, how can you become a future-ready leader? What key skills will help you stand out and succeed in a fast-changing world? How can hiring managers identify whether leaders are ready for the…

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06 | Quit Dragging Your Feet: A Devotional from the Book of Numbers, Abundant Water is Coming...Are you ready to drink? 22:28

7M ago22:28

22:28

In this episode of Preach It, Sister, Ashley dives deep into a topic many of us wrestle with but rarely enjoy addressing—delayed obedience. In "Quit Dragging Your Feet," Ashley shares her personal story of resisting God’s call for years out of fear of failure and the need for approval. She emphasizes that delayed obedience is ultimately disobedienc…

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What's up? My new 52 days challenge... 5:29

7M ago5:29

5:29

What’s up? How’s it going? Danielle here, with a quick autumn update. My new 52-day challenge! Will I make it? Plus, quick-fire comedy awesomeness. What have you been loving? Tell me all the things… https://daniellekrage.com https://comedymasterclass.com https://www.instagram.com/dekrage https://x.com/daniellekrage https://comedymasterclass.com/pod…

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Putting Sustainability Talk into Action with former Enel CEO Francesco Starace 36:12

7M ago36:12

36:12

What does it take to transform a small regional traditional energy provider into a global renewable energy powerhouse? In today’s episode, Hoda and Simon are joined by the Chair of the Governance Board for Sustainable Energy for All and former Enel CEO Francesco Starace, who led the transformation of Enel from its start in electric generation in It…

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05 | God is Smiling Upon You: A Devotional on God taking Delight in You 20:25

7M ago20:25

20:25

In Episode 5 of Preach It Sister, titled “God is Smiling Upon You,” Ashley explores the depth of God’s love and delight over His people. She shares how, while sitting in a coffee shop, the Holy Spirit whispered to her that the message for this episode should be a reminder of God’s joy and affection. Inspired by Zephaniah 3:17, Ashley encourages lis…

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04 | The Invitation to Rest in Christ- A Devotional Exploring the Spiritual Formation Practice of Liturgical Prayers 22:59

8M ago22:59

22:59

In episode 4 of the Preach It Sister podcast, titled "The Invitation to Rest in Christ," Ashley Forsberg guides listeners on a journey to discover the profound difference between ordinary rest and resting in Christ. She begins with a deep breathing exercise, inviting listeners to tune into their body’s need for rest as an analogy for the soul's nee…

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03 | God's Heart for His People to Preach...And it's Not What You Think- A Devotional on the Great Commission 23:10

8M ago23:10

23:10

In this thought-provoking episode of the Preach it, Sister podcast, host Ashley Forsberg invites listeners to redefine what it means to "preach the gospel." Drawing inspiration from the Great Commission in Matthew 28, Ashley explores the broader, more inclusive understanding of preaching beyond formal church settings. She emphasizes that God's comm…

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02 | The Recipe of Doubt + Fear: A Devotional Navigating How Perfected Love Cast Out Fear 22:56

8M ago22:56

22:56

In episode two of the Preach It Sister podcast, host Ashley Forsberg dives into two powerful ingredients that can leave us stuck and stagnant in our walk with God—doubt and fear. Drawing from personal experience, Ashley candidly shares how these emotions have crippled her own journey of faith and obedience, often keeping her from stepping into God’…

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01 | One Brave Yes- A Devotional on the Life of Ruth 21:29

8M ago21:29

21:29

In the debut episode of the Preach It, Sister podcast, titled One Brave Yes, host Ashley Forsberg dives into the inspiring story of Ruth from the Old Testament. Ruth’s life provides a powerful example of how one brave, obedient decision can create a ripple effect that changes everything. This episode offers deep encouragement to anyone standing at …

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Unleashing AI’s potential: Are you ready to lead the charge? 18:15

8M ago18:15

18:15

In the last year, AI has moved from a boardroom buzzword to a business imperative. But, while some leaders have sprinted ahead in their AI adoption, others remain at the starting line. So, what skills are important to help you unleash the potential of AI? Why is AI a leadership issue? And how do you overcome barriers that might be preventing you fr…

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Trailer 7:01

8M ago7:01

7:01

Come take a listen to the trailer and hear what Preach it, Sister Podcast is all about!By Ashley Forsberg

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Talking Tough Decisions with TCW President and CEO Katie Koch 42:22

8M ago42:22

42:22

Being a first-time CEO can be a daunting transition filled with risk and opportunity, something that TCW Group President and CEO Katie Koch has experienced firsthand. In today’s episode, Clarke and Hoda talk with Katie about her career journey in the financial industry, from her early years as an intern at Goldman Sachs to becoming a first-time CEO…

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Leadership Lounge: Leading on Empty: How to Tackle Leadership Burnout 17:15

9M ago17:15

17:15

No one is immune from burnout. Not even accomplished leaders. In fact, we often find that it’s the highest performing, most passionate leaders who are most at risk from burnout. So, what can you do to address this growing problem? What are the warning signs of burnout? And, when a leader reaches burnout, what are the consequences for the individual…

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Driving Transformation with Volvo Cars President and CEO Jim Rowan 36:13

9M ago36:13

36:13

When it comes to technology and transformation, the automotive industry is at the forefront of change. Government regulations, changing consumer demands, new technology and climate change have forced auto manufacturers to evolve their approach. In today’s episode of Redefiners, Clarke and Hoda talk with Jim Rowan, President and CEO of Volvo Cars, a…

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52+ guests! That's a wrap. 2:11

10M ago2:11

2:11

Hey everybody, Danielle here. I set out to interview 52 guests about the craft of writing narrative comedy. Oh my goodness, what an adventure and education. And now I’m at challenge complete. For me, these episodes have become a treasure chest of tools and approaches that I get to apply to my own work. And It’s been a delight to hear from other wri…

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Leadership Lounge: What do top-performing teams have in common? 16:20

10M ago16:20

16:20

How well a leadership team performs can make or break an organization. But, given that market conditions are in constant flux, and C-suites are shouldering more responsibility than ever before, getting the balance right in your top team is far from easy. So, what are some of the key characteristics of a high-performing leadership team? How do succe…

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Becky Holmes (Author of Keanu Reeves is Not in Love With You) 39:53

10M ago39:53

39:53

Danielle Krage interviews Becky Holmes, author of 'Keanu Reeves is Not in Love with You'. Becky is also the creator of and voice behind the massively popular Twitter/X account @deathtospinach. Here she shares insights into how and why she uses humour to expose online fraudsters. Plus, what has helped her publish and promote her book. Chapters 00:00…

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The Necessity of Change with President and CEO of Wells Fargo Charlie Scharf 33:02

10M ago33:02

33:02

When it comes to disruption, transformation, and change, perhaps no industry has experienced this more over the past decade than the financial services industry. From online and mobile banking, to FinTechs, to data analytics and AI, to changing regulations, leaders of banking and financial service institutions have had to navigate through a tremend…

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Heidi Vanderlee (A guide to PR for comedy creators) 38:09

10M ago38:09

38:09

Danielle Krage interviews Heidi Vanderlee, founder of Positive Jam – a public relations firm specialising in comedy, podcasting, film, live entertainment, and social justice. Heidi has worked in entertainment and PR for more than a decade; in this conversation, she shares insights that will benefit comedy writers and creators. Chapters: 00:00 Intro…

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Kate Willett (Combining comedy and personal politics) 30:13

10M ago30:13

30:13

Danielle Krage interviews Kate Willett. Kate is a comedian, actress and writer who has appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Netflix’s Comedy Lineup. Kate has also toured with Margaret Cho, featured with comedians like Maria Bamford, and has written jokes for Beavis and Butthead. In this conversation, Kate shares insights from making h…

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52 episodes of Comedy Masterclass (Behind the scenes and what I've learned) 43:10

10M ago43:10

43:10

In this episode, Danielle celebrates completing 52 episodes of Comedy Masterclass and is joined by her husband, Jeremiah, as a surprise guest host. They discuss the motivation behind creating the podcast and Danielle’s own thoughts and approaches to comedy. Note from Danielle: There are 3 more fabulous guests in this season, so listen out. :) Chapt…

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Unpacking Leadership Lessons with Marriott International President and CEO Tony Capuano 35:27

10M ago35:27

35:27

When Tony Capuano took over as President and CEO at Marriott, the company was wrestling with the most significant challenge it’s ever faced as travel essentially shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Further complicating matters, Marriott’s beloved, iconic CEO, Arne Sorenson, had recently passed away and many in the company were dealing with the …

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Kay Stonham (Creating and sustaining a career as a comedy writer ) 42:36

11M ago42:36

42:36

Danielle Krage interviews Kay Stonham. Kay is a comedy writer-performer who has worked extensively across TV, film, theatre and radio. For example, she has written 10 original series for Radio 4, including Robin and Wendy’s Wet Weekend, and Bad Salsa. She’s also the Co-Founder of Female Pilot Club , which was founded to amplify women’s voices and g…

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Leadership Lounge: Why are there so few women in the CEO seat? 17:01

11M ago17:01

17:01

Why are there so few women in the CEO seat? We know that diverse C-Suites are more resilient, innovative, and drive better financial performance. But in 2023, women accounted for only 12% of CEO appointments globally. Based on the current rate of progress, public companies are 81 years from gender parity in CEO appointments. Change needs to happen—…

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Alana Schramm (Unlocking Creativity and Motivation for Writers) 48:32

11M ago48:32

48:32

Danielle Krage interviews Alana Schramm. Alana is a coach who works with the subconscious, the nervous system and emotions, in a way that is really practical, playful, and relevant to creativity. This conversation is a frank and fun dive into what blocks us and what motivates us effectively. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alana Schramm and her work…

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Professor Neil Martin (The Psychology of Comedy) 46:13

11M ago46:13

46:13

Danielle Krage interviews Neil Martin, Honorary Professor of Psychology at Regent's University London. Neil is the author of The Psychology of Comedy, and in this conversation he introduces and dissects some of the key research and theories in the field of laughter, humour and comedy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Neil's Background in Comedy 03:2…

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Elections, Geopolitics, and Global Business: A Conversation with Former President of the European Commission José Manuel Barroso 34:00

11M ago34:00

34:00

Unprecedented may be an overused word these days, but it certainly applies to the record number of national elections happening around the world in 2024. With more than 70 national elections and almost half the world’s population voting on their country’s leader, the results of this year’s elections could impact countries, business leaders, and per…

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Lana Schwartz (Build Your Own Romantic Comedy) 38:04

11M ago38:04

38:04

Danielle Krage interviews writer Lana Schwartz, whose interactive book ‘Build Your Own Romantic Comedy: Pick Your Plot, Meet Your Man and Direct Your Happily Ever After’ was named one of Vulture’s Best Comedy Books of the Year. Lana has also written for The New Yorker, and is a contributor to The Onion. In this interview she shares her obsession fo…

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Suchandrika Chakrabarti and Nerine Skinner (Creating Topical Comedy) 42:13

12M ago42:13

42:13

Danielle Krage interviews Suchandrika Chakrabarti and Nerine Skinner. Suchandrika is a stand-up, who runs the monthly night Good News / Bad News in north London and writes for BBC One's Have I Got News For You. She is taking her second solo show Doomscrolling to Edinburgh Fringe this summer. Nerine is an actress, comedian, improviser and deviser wh…

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Action Creates Hope: A Conversation with IRC President and CEO David Miliband 41:32

12M ago41:32

41:32

On today’s Redefiners episode, Simon and Hoda sit down with David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee (IRC). David oversees the agency’s humanitarian relief operations in more than 50 war-affected countries and its refugee resettlement and assistance programs in 28 United States cities. David shares the journey of how …

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Leadership Lounge: How to nail your first year as CEO 17:09

1y ago17:09

17:09

It’s not easy being a CEO. In fact, it’s the most challenging role in business. The scope, gravity, responsibility, accountability, and exposure of the position are unparalleled. Despite its complexity, it's also often hailed as the most rewarding and life-affirming move of an executive’s career. It’s a time when you can truly execute your vision a…

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End of Season 6 0:33

1y ago0:33

0:33

Back with you on May 15th.By Danielle Krage

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John Derevlany: (Super Narrative - Storytelling Across Platforms) 42:28

1y ago42:28

42:28

Danielle Krage interviews writer, creator, and brand builder John Derevlany. John is an award-winning writer, animator, and showrunner who has written or produced hundreds of hours of TV (including for the Jim Henson Company and LEGO). John has also been a game designer, street artist, investigative journalist and played Crackers the Corporate Crim…

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Global business moves fast. But Formula One racing moves faster. 40:42

1y ago40:42

40:42

On today’s Redefiners episode, we talk with Natalie Robyn, the first ever CEO of the International Automobile Federation (or the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile or our French listeners). The FIA is the governing body for world motor sport, including Formula One, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and some of the world’s most exciting motorsports races …

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Ken Pisani (Writing Comic Novels) 41:14

1y ago41:14

41:14

Danielle Krage interviews Ken Pisani. Ken is a screenwriter, TV writer and producer, playwright, comic book author, former cartoonist, and novelist. His novel, AMP’D, was a Thurber prize finalist, and in this episode he takes us behind the scenes of creating this comic work. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:18 The Concept of AMP’D 05:0…

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Caleb Warren (What Makes Things Funny) 40:04

1y ago40:04

40:04

Danielle Krage interviews Caleb Warren, Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Arizona. Caleb researches and writes about what makes things funny, what makes things cool, and what helps people reach their goals. In this conversation, Caleb shares some of his key findings about humour and how it works. 00:00 Introduction to Consumer P…

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