Best Careers Courses And Qualifications Podcasts (2025)

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From Radiography to Psychology | It’s Never Too Late to Change 33:59

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Changing careers in your 30s or 40s can feel daunting — but it might also be the best decision you ever make. In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent talks with a former cancer-care radiographer who retrained as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP). They explore the emotional impact of working in healthcare, …

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Is Coaching Who You Are or What You Do 17:58

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Have you ever wondered whether coaching is something you do or something you are? In this episode, we dive into a powerful identity-based question that often emerges when people consider a future in coaching: is coaching fundamentally a skillset, or is it an expression of who we are at our core? We explore how coaching can be seen as an external ac…

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85. Exploring Five Key Southern Rhône Crus: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Lirac, and Tavel 12:26

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Resources & Links Newsletter Sign-Up: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Receive weekly Level 2 quizzes, Level 3 essay questions, study tips, and podcast updates. How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Episode Overview In today's episode, Joanne wraps up the Rhône series with a deep dive into the Southern Rh…

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How to become an ADHD Coach 18:51

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Have you ever felt drawn to help others navigate the unique challenges and strengths that come with ADHD, yet wondered what it truly takes to call yourself an ADHD coach? In this episode, we explore one of the questions we're asked most often; How to become an ADHD coach. As more people receive ADHD diagnoses, many coaches are curious about how the…

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Baby Bonding Activities: Why Bathing & Water Play Build Attachment 31:09

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Looking for gentle and meaningful ways to bond with your baby? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent and Jo Wilson founder of Aqua Sensory and Bath Babies, explore how bath time, baby swimming, and water play can strengthen parent-baby bonding and early attachment. You’ll learn how simple baby bath routines, skin-t…

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84. The Southern Rhône: Climate, Grapes, and Winemaking 10:04

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The Southern Rhône: Climate, Grapes, and Winemaking Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/6648859973ba/newsletter (Weekly study tips, essay questions for Level 3 students, class announcements, and upcoming wine trips.) Visit: www.wineeducate.com Email: [email protected] Episode Overview Hello, and welcom…

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How to Train as a Coach when Working Full Time 20:00

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Have you ever wondered how people manage to train as a coach while juggling a full-time job, family, and everything else life throws their way? In this episode, we explore one of the most common questions we hear: How can I train as a coach when I already work full time? We know from experience that most people who come to train with us are balanci…

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The Hidden Trauma of Male Rape | Consent, Myths & Healing 29:25

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Male rape remains one of the most silenced and misunderstood forms of sexual trauma. In this powerful episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent speaks with Connor Whiteley, clinical psychology master’s student and host of The Psychology World Podcast, who courageously shares his lived experience of male sexual violence. Togeth…

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83. The Northern Rhône, Part 2: Saint-Joseph, Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage & Cornas 11:32

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The Northern Rhône, Part 2: Saint-Joseph, Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage & Cornas Resources & Links 📬 Sign up for the newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup 📧 Contact Joanne: [email protected] Episode Overview Hello, and welcome to the Wine Educate Podcast! This is Episode 83, and I'm your host, Joanne Close. Today we're continuing our…

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You Can Choose Your Emotions 19:28

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Have you ever felt like your emotions are running the show, as though you're at the mercy of how you feel rather than in control of it? In this episode, we explore one of the most liberating principles in emotional coaching, the idea that: You can choose your emotions. It might sound idealistic at first, yet through our conversation we unpack what …

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Why I Turned Down a DClinPsy Offer: Choosing Myself Over the Dream 41:42

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What would make someone turn down a place on the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) after years of hard work and applications? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent speaks with Assistant Psychologist Will about his bold and values-led decision to decline a DClinPsy offer from Liverpool. We explore what it …

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Emotions are Interlinked in Coaching 17:10

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Have you ever noticed how emotions from the past or fears of the future can quietly shape the choices you make today? In this episode, we explore the fifth principle from our Emotions Coaching Practitioner Training that, …emotions are interlinked. We reflect on how emotions move through time, intertwining between past, present and future, and how t…

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82. The Wines of the Northern Rhône: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu & Château-Grillet 8:19

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Wine Educate Podcast: Episode 82 Title: The Wines of the Northern Rhône: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu & Château-Grillet Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter https://www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Upcoming WSET Classes www.wineeducate.com Episode Overview In Episode 82, Joanne explores the northernmost part of the Northern Rhône,…

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Baby Loss Awareness: Why It Matters & How to Support Parents | Dr Kara Davey 46:02

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Baby loss is one of the most painful and silenced experiences a parent can face. In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent is joined by Clinical Psychologist Dr Kara Davey to explore why baby loss awareness matters, what bereaved parents really need, and how we can offer support with compassion rather than silence. Dra…

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81. Rhône Overview and the Mistral Wind Explained 10:49

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Wine Educate Newsletter — Your Weekly Wine Study Boost! If you are studying wine or just love learning, this is your home base for smart, friendly study help. I keep it clear, useful, and welcoming so you actually look forward to it. Each Tuesday you'll get Level 2 multiple choice questions you can answer in minutes Level 3 essay prompts with simpl…

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Compassion: The Antidote to Shame, Criticism & Trauma | Prof Paul Gilbert OBE 38:35

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Why is compassion so powerful in healing shame and trauma? In this very special 200th episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast mini-series, Dr Marianne Trent is joined by Professor Paul Gilbert OBE, founder of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). Together, they explore how compassion can soothe the harsh inner critic, reduce shame, and help us bui…

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Emotions are not always Authentic in Coaching 17:22

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Have you ever wondered whether the emotions your clients share are the full story or whether there's something deeper waiting to be uncovered? In this week's episode of the podcast we explore one of the most thought-provoking principles in our series: Emotions are not always Authentic. At first, this concept can feel like a puzzle. As coaches, we o…

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80. Provence, France's Rosé Powerhouse: Regions, Grapes, and Styles 14:11

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Links and resources Newsletter sign up for weekly quizzes and class news: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Information on upcoming trips and classes www.wineeducate.com What this episode covers Provence is more than postcards and pale pink wine. In this episode, Joanne unpacks the landscape, climate, history, grapes, and key appellations that …

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Prof Paul Gilbert OBE: Lessons on Compassion, Failure & Success in Psychology 43:16

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Professor Paul Gilbert OBE joins Dr Marianne Trent on The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast to share powerful lessons on compassion, shame, failure and success in psychology. In this special 200th episode, Paul reflects on his career, the creation of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and what psychologists at every stage: aspiring, trainee and qualifie…

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Emotions are Unmet Needs in Coaching 16:29

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Have you ever paused to ask yourself what your emotions are really trying to tell you? In this episode, we explore one of the most transformative principles in emotional coaching: the idea that emotions are unmet needs. This concept reshapes how we relate to our inner experiences, moving from seeing emotions as random or inconvenient to viewing the…

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79. Roussillon Wines Explained: Grapes, History and Travel Insights 15:10

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Resources & Links Sign up for the newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Learn more about Wine Educate trips and sign up for the upcoming Zoom info session: www.wineeducate.com/trips Episode Overview Welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast! In this episode, Joanne Close takes us into the wines of the Roussillon, a region often described…

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From Therapy to Best Selling Author: Dr Martha Deiros Collado’s Psychology Journey 32:14

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Behind every bestselling psychology book is a story and a person. But what does it take to build a fulfilling psychology career and balance it with family life, writing, and impact beyond the therapy room? In this 199th episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent is joined by Dr Martha Deiros Collado, clinical psychologist and a…

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You Are Not Your Emotions in Coaching 19:34

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What if the emotions you feel are not who you are? Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I'm not confident" or "I'm an anxious person"? In this episode of the podcast, we explore principle two of our Six Principles of Emotion series: You are not your emotions. So many of us, and our clients, confuse feelings with identity. We slip into patterns of…

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78. Languedoc Wines Explained: PDO vs IGP and Why Languedoc Is France's Most Underrated Wine Destination 9:18

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Resources & Links If you have questions about our upcoming trips to The South of France, we are hosting a Zoom info session on October 15th. Get the Zoom link here: www.wineeducate.com/trips If you want to learn more about our upcoming trips, visit: www.wineeducate.com/trips To receive study tips, quizzes, and information on upcoming classes, sign …

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Recovering from Shame: Real Strategies That Actually Work 11:13

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Have you ever carried a feeling that made you believe you were broken, unworthy, or unlovable? That’s the voice of shame but it doesn’t have to define you. In this follow-up to Episode 1 (“What Is Shame?”), Clinical Psychologist Dr Marianne Trent shares the practical, evidence-based strategies that help people recover from shame and rebuild their s…

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Emotions are Neither Good nor Bad in Coaching 21:35

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Have you ever caught yourself labelling your emotions as either good or bad, and wondered how that shapes the way you coach or experience life? In this episode of the podcast we begin a six-part series exploring the six principles of emotions coaching, drawn from our Emotions Coaching Practitioner Training. We open with the very first principle: Em…

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77. Super Tuscans 101: Tuscany's Bordeaux Blends and the Sassicaia Story 9:48

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Description: In Episode 77 of the Wine Educate Podcast, Joanne Close explores the fascinating rise of Super Tuscans—wines that broke Italy's traditional rules and became some of the most sought-after bottles in the world. In Tuesday's episode, we covered Chianti and Chianti Classico. Today, we're heading about 75 miles southwest to Bolgheri, the co…

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76, Chianti vs. Chianti Classico: History, Laws, and Key Differences Explained 10:04

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Hello and welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast. I'm your host, Joanne Close, and this is episode 76. Today we're diving into the history and wine laws of Chianti and Chianti Classico. This is a Level 3 topic, but I've added context and stories that bring the region to life. Chianti has one of the longest and most fascinating histories in Italia…

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How to Become a CBT Therapist: Training, Qualifications & What to Expect 24:31

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Thinking about becoming a CBT therapist but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent is joined by Sahana, a qualified CBT therapist, to explore the full pathway from PWP training to becoming a band 7 CBT therapist. You’ll discover how the training works, what qualifications you need, and what …

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9.5 Risk of Not Being a Coach 25:01

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What is the greatest risk of not developing coaching skills, and how might that decision shape your life and career? In this episode of the podcast, we explore the risks of not training to be a coach. We reflect on the subtle but significant ways coaching skills transform lives, relationships, leadership, wellbeing, and what happens when we don't i…

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75. Wine History in Context: Alto Piemonte's Revival and Valle d'Aosta's Alpine Charm 11:06

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Resources & Links: Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Visit our website: www.wineeducate.com How to Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @wineeducate Hello friends, and welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast. I'm your host, Joanne Close, and today we're doing something a little different…

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74. Amarone & Recioto: The Passito Wines & Laws of Valpolicella Explained 12:28

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Welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast, where we explore WSET education, study tips, and practical advice for wine enthusiasts and professionals. I'm your host, Joanne Close, and this is episode 74. Today, we're heading to Northeast Italy, into the Veneto, to explore Valpolicella—a region whose wines feature prominently in both WSET Level 2 and L…

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What Is CBT? How Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Helps with Anxiety, Depression & More 42:38

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used and researched psychological therapies for anxiety, depression, and low mood but what actually happens in CBT sessions, and how does it work? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Clinical Psychologist Dr Marianne Trent is joined by CBT therapist Sahana to explore wh…

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Transformational Listening as a Coach 22:27

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Do you really listen to ignite transformation, or are you listening to respond? When we think about our journey as a coach, one of the most powerful realisations has been that listening is not a passive act. It is an intentional, transformational choice that shapes the depth and quality of our conversations. In this episode we revisit listening as …

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73. Barolo & Barbaresco: Wine Laws at the WSET Level 3 Level 16:58

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Barolo & Barbaresco: Wine Laws at the WSET Level 3 Level Welcome back to the Wine Educate Podcast, where we explore WSET education, study tips, and practical advice for wine enthusiasts and professionals. I'm your host, Joanne Close, and this is episode 73. Today, we're diving into two of Italy's most legendary regions: Barolo and Barbaresco, throu…

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72. Italian Wine Laws at the WSET Level 2 Level 10:48

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Hello and welcome to the Wine Educate Podcast, where we explore WSET education, study tips, and practical advice for wine enthusiasts and professionals.…

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The Smartphone Solution: How to Mindfully Introduce Phones to Kids (and Ourselves) 45:33

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Smartphones are everywhere but how do we know when (and how) to give one to our kids? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Clinical Psychologist Dr Marianne Trent is joined by Dr Martha Deiros Collado to talk about her new book, The Smartphone Solution. Together we explore how to mindfully introduce smartphones to children, set hea…

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How to Deepen Reflective Practice 22:30

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Have you ever wondered how much deeper your coaching could go if you paused to reflect in a more intentional way? In this episode of The Coaching Crowd, we explore how reflective practice is the often-overlooked skill that truly elevates coaching. While questioning and listening skills usually get the spotlight, it is reflection that helps us to gr…

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What is an Adhesive Bonding Machine Operator & Tender — and How Do You Become One? 9:50

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Every sealed package. Every car door that shuts cleanly. Every aircraft wing that holds in flight. Behind them is a hidden worker you’ve never heard of: the adhesive bonding machine operator. In this episode of No Set Format, we uncover what these operators actually do, the skills they need, and why their work matters more than most people ever rea…

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🎧 Every Body Moves: What Adapted Physical Education Specialists Do — and How to Become One 8:55

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What does it mean to be an Adapted Physical Education Specialist? In this episode, we explore a profession that makes movement and sport accessible for students and adults with disabilities. From modified equipment to inclusive lesson planning, from UK training routes to US certifications like CAPE, we uncover the pathways, pay, and day-to-day real…

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Acute Care Nurses — The Human Wi-Fi of the Hospital 6:38

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When the alarms sound and the seconds stretch, it’s the acute care nurse who runs toward the chaos. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on one of the most intense roles in healthcare. What exactly does an acute care nurse do? How do you become one — in the UK or the US? What are the pay ranges, the skills, and the career paths? Blending lived…

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What is Accountancy & Auditing — and What Do They Do? 7:43

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Forget the cliché of grey suits and endless calculators. Accountancy is detective work, global passports, and yes — sometimes literally beans. In this episode, we break down the real world of accountants and auditors: how to get in without a degree, the different career branches, what “busy season” really feels like, and why Excel might just be the…

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What is an Acupuncturist and What Do They Do? 6:55

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What does an acupuncturist really do? Beyond the mystique of ancient medicine, acupuncture is a modern profession built on anatomy, discipline, and care. This episode explores how acupuncturists train, what their daily practice looks like, the pay and career paths in the UK and US, and how they bridge the worlds of tradition and science. From ferti…

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71. Wine Laws of Burgundy: Côte Chalonnaise & Mâconnais 10:17

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Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Episode 71 – Wine Laws of Burgundy: Côte Chalonnaise & Mâconnais In this episode of the Wine Educate Podcast, we conclude our Burgundy wine law series w…

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What sort of jobs do accountants do? 9:26

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Most people think accountants are just “bean counters” — pale faces buried in spreadsheets and tax returns. But the truth is far bigger. In this episode of No Set Format, we strip away the clichés and step inside the real world of accounting: From public accountants advising family businesses, to auditors uncovering billion-dollar frauds. From mana…

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70. The Wine Laws of Burgundy – Côte d'Or & The Importance of Slope 13:45

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70. The Wine Laws of Burgundy – Côte d'Or & The Importance of Slope Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup How to Contact Us Email: [email protected] Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Today's episode continues our Burgundy series with a focus on the Côte d'Or—and more…

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Accounting vs Bookkeeping: What’s the Difference? 9:04

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Most people think accounting and bookkeeping are the same. Two words for the same job. But inside the world of finance, there’s a line — sometimes sharp, sometimes blurred — that separates the recorder from the interpreter, the historian from the storyteller. In this episode, we follow Sarah in Manchester and David in Austin, two people on differen…

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What Is Shame? A Psychologist Explains Its Hidden Power 11:37

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Have you ever had a moment where you felt fundamentally flawed? Like something was wrong with you, not just what you did? That’s the voice of shame. In this solo episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Clinical Psychologist Dr Marianne Trent unpacks what shame really is, how it can quietly shape your mental health, and why naming it is a radi…

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Maternity Coaching 22:31

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Have you ever found yourself torn between who you were before becoming a parent and the new identity that emerges after welcoming a child? In this episode we explore the deeply personal and transformative journey of maternity coaching. Becoming a parent is one of the biggest life transitions anyone can go through. We reflect on our own experience o…

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What kind of personality suits accountancy? 7:22

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The Personality of NumbersWhat kind of personality suits accountancy? Is it really just for “bean counters” — or does it take something more? In this episode, we dive beneath the stereotype to uncover the real traits that define accountants and auditors: trust, patience, curiosity, persistence, and the ability to balance opposites — detail and big …