Best Nish Patel Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 48: Backstage with Prof Jason Leitch, former National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government 1:00:59

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Jason Leitch on Leadership, Public Trust & Fixing the Hoover In this powerful and personal episode, Professor Jason Leitch – former National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government – joins Dr. Nish Manek for an honest, insightful conversation on what it truly means to lead through crisis. From storytelling and the imposter syndrome to the pres…

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EP 51 - The Role Found Me — How Chris Varela Built Creative Ops from the Inside Out 1:04:21

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Episode Summary Chris Varela didn’t find creative ops. It found him—twice. The first time, he realized the work he was already doing had a name: solving friction between marketing and creative, protecting his teammates’ time, and building systems that made the entire process more efficient, more effective—and frankly, more fun for everyone involved…

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Ep 1523: How to take a selfie like a megastar (by three guys who aren’t) 34:39

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What does it take to be a huge celebrity these days? Is there anyone in the world who doesn't know who David Hasselhoff is? And are we about to be sued? To get episodes early and ad-free - PLUS a bonus episode every week - join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.…

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EP 50 - The Creative Force Awakens — A Storytelling Rebellion Against the Algorithmic Empire 1:01:55

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Episode Summary In a galaxy flooded with content, storytelling is no longer a skill—it’s the rebellion. In this milestone 50th episode, Nish and David Granger frame the conversation through the lens of the original Star Wars trilogy—exploring how brands moved from story-rich origins (A New Hope), through algorithmic obedience and commoditization (T…

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EP 49 - The System Is the People: Trust, Scale, and Creative Ops Beyond Creative 1:18:22

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Episode Summary What if the most important system in your organization… is made of people? In this episode, Matt traces his path from creative ops leader to go-to-market operator—and reveals what never changed: his job has always been creating the conditions for others to succeed. We explore what it’s like to build trust while scaling, why confusio…

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Ep 1522: Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown with Natalie Cassidy & Leah Davis - "Build the Bug Hotel" 1:19:11

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Neither Tom nor Ben wants to build the bug hotel… so Matthew says we’re gonna have to have a flatshare slamdown! Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Tom Parry Wicks recorded live at The Phoenix Cavendish Square with guests Leah Davis and Natalie Cassidy Leah Davis - https://www.instagram.com/leahhdaviss/ Nat Cass - https://www.instagram.com/natcass1/ To …

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EP 48 - Creative Ops, The Job Is Culture Now 1:16:39

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Episode Summary What if the future of creativity doesn’t depend on better tools—but on better culture? As AI automates process and scale becomes a commodity, Nicky Russell—Managing Partner at WDC and former COO at Anomaly—argues that creative operations must evolve. The job is no longer just delivery. The job is culture. In this episode, Nicky shar…

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Episode 48: Backstage with Prof Sir Steve Powis, National Medical Director 1:07:14

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In this landmark episode of the Next GenCast, Dr. Nish Manek sits down with Professor Sir Steve Powis, just weeks before he steps down as National Medical Director of the NHS in England after more than seven years in the role. This is not just an interview — it's an unfiltered, powerful reflection on leadership under pressure, told by the man who s…

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EP 47 - What If You Built Brand Like a Product? 1:11:31

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Episode Summary What if brand wasn’t a guideline or a campaign—but an operating system? Eric Alberts is helping reinvent a 190-year-old company by treating brand like a product—complete with documentation, demos, and internal adoption strategies. As Design Director at Wolters Kluwer, he’s drawing on a decade of UX and product design experience to b…

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Ep 1521: How to spot a secret Viking 39:35

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How many pairs of trousers do you actually need? What does the algorithm think about Tom? Plus we chat about the nastiest video nasties we've ever seen. To get episodes early and ad-free - PLUS a bonus episode every week - join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.…

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EP 46 - Creative Leadership: The Organizational Multiplier Hiding in Plain Sight? 1:06:16

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Episode Summary Creative teams have the potential to shape culture, drive innovation, and steer brand— but most companies still treat them like a service desk. Emma Sexton has spent over a decade building the one thing most creative leaders don’t have: a roadmap to power. As founder of the Inside Out® Community and architect of the Inside Out® Path…

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EP 45 - From Process to Partnership: The Relationship Between Ops & Creative 1:04:30

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Show Summary Creative work doesn’t start with a brief—it starts with trust. And when operations and creative build that trust, the results go far beyond delivery. In this episode, Kyle Wright and Brianne Gallagher—Creative Director and Head of Creative Operations at Wayfair—share how they’ve restructured the relationship between their teams. Instea…

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Ep 1520: Ania Magliano 59:39

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We're back in your ear and eye canals with special guest Ania Magliano. We're keeping young, finding peas, and getting in trouble at school Ania Magliano - https://aniamagliano.com/ To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pappysflatshare And follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/pappyscomedy TikTok: www.tikt…

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EP 44 - Creative Leadership Is a System. Are You Designing It—or Just Running It? 1:16:12

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Show Summary You got the title. Now what? You’re no longer the one making the work. You’re leading the people who do. And suddenly… Everything that made you successful stops being useful. No one teaches you how to lead a creative team. There’s no playbook for designing trust. For giving feedback that doesn’t kill morale. For building culture that d…

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Ep 1519: Acceptable noises to make at the gym 38:36

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We're back in your ear canals, blazers on, down the gym… This one’s for Steve Bugeja To get episodes early and ad-free - PLUS a bonus episode every week - join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pappysflatshare And follow us on Instagram: instagram.c…

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Ep 1518: Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown with Angela Barnes & Sunil Patel - "Descale the Kettle" 1:15:06

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Neither Tom nor Ben wants to descale the kettle… so Matthew says we’re gonna have to have a flatshare slamdown! Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Tom Parry Wicks recorded live at The Phoenix Cavendish Square with guests Sunil Patel and Angela Barnes Sunil Patel - https://www.sunilpatelcomedy.com/ Angela Barnes - https://www.angelabarnescomedy.co.uk/ To…

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Ep 1517: is this the best impression ever? 32:45

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We're back in your ear canals discussing toilets, snakes and the most impressive impressions To get episodes early and ad-free - PLUS a bonus episode every week - join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pappysflatshare And follow us on Instagram: ins…

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Episode 46: Backstage with Prof Sir Chris Whitty 55:55

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For this episode, I’m absolutely honoured to be joined by someone I've wanted to interview for a long time: Prof Sir Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer for England. Ever wondered about the man behind the podium—the calm, steady voice that guided the nation through one of its toughest times? Well, today, you get to hear his story. There’s so much m…

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Ep 1516: Celya AB 48:27

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We're back in your ear and eye canals with special guest Celya AB. Blasting through Celya's career past, via anecdotes about Josh Jones & Maisie Adam, and a city off. Celya AB - https://www.celya-ab.com/ To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pappysflatshare And follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/pappysc…

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Ep 1515: Have we just created the next hit detective show? 37:05

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We're back in your ear canals discussing a new spin for the dectective genre, and Tom's already putting it to use To get episodes early and ad-free - PLUS a bonus episode every week - join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pappysflatshare And follow…

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Ep 1514: Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown with Joe Sutherland & Ruth Husko - "Build a conservatory" 1:15:07

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Neither Tom nor Ben wants to build a conservatory… so Matthew says we’re gonna have to have a flatshare slamdown! Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Tom Parry Wicks recorded live at The Phoenix Cavendish Square with guests Ruth Husko and Joe Sutherland Joe Sutherland - https://www.joesutherland.co.uk/ Ruth Husko - https://x.com/dank_ackroyd or https://w…

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Ep 1513: Sam Campbell & Uncle Paul 38:34

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We're back in your ear and eye canals with special guest Sam Campbell (and his uncle Paul). We deep dive into Sam's family, which unlocks something very primal for Clarky Note - apologies, we used incorrect pronouns for Emma Corrin, who goes by they/them. Sam Campbell - https://www.instagram.com/mcdonaldscomedy To get episodes early and ad-free - P…

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Episode 45: Backstage with Dr Becks Fisher 55:47

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On today’s episode, I’m absolutely honoured to be joined by my dear friend, Dr Becks Fisher. Becks is a GP and the Director of Research and Policy at the Nuffield Trust—a hugely respected voice in UK health policy. Becks helped to co-found Next Gen GP nearly eight years ago, and she’s been a close friend and someone I’ve deeply admired ever since. …

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Ep 1512: The secrets of mug etiquette 43:15

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We're back in your ear canals discussing the challenges of interacting with tradies in your house, and what even is a babycino? To get episodes early and ad-free - PLUS a bonus episode every week - join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pappysflatsh…

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Ep 1511: Bella Hull 49:56

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We're back in your ear canals with special guest Bella Hull. Flying high on the clouds of cool with Bella, wanna bet? Bella Hull - https://www.instagram.com/bellabellahull/ To get episodes early and ad-free - PLUS a bonus episode every week - join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare To watch full episodes of Pappy’s Flatshare find…

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Ep 1510: New fables and an unbelievable personal discovery from Parry 49:36

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We're back in your ear canals. The smells don't lie, but do the bears? Don’t forget… You can get the show early and ad free (plus a bonus episode every week AND discount for the live Slamdown shows) by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare PAPPY'S FLATSHARE SLAMDOWN, is back at the Phoenix Pub for TWO Flatslams on May 27th and…

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Ep 1509: Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown with Harriet Kemsley & Joz Norris - "Refill the bird feeder" 1:42:15

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Neither Tom nor Ben wants to refill the bird feeder… so Matthew says we’re gonna have to have a flatshare slamdown! Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Tom Parry Wicks recorded live at The Phoenix Cavendish Square with guests Joz Norris and Harriet Kemsley Harriet Kemsley - https://harrietkemsley.com Joz Norris - https://www.joznorris.co.uk/ Clarky's adv…

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Ep 1508: Uncle Ticklin' 38:50

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We're back in your ear canals. Is tickling still a thing? Smacking is surely a thing of the past, right? Child rearing can be a workout in itself, but can we make it profitable? Don’t forget… You can get the show early and ad free (plus a bonus episode every week) by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare We’ve got 2 live Flats…

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Ep 1507: Annie McGrath - Bring Brong 51:28

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We're back in your ear canals with special guest Annie McGrath. Taking on the important topics of the day including – loudly hydrating on the quiet coach, good deeds via accidental theft, and risking death for a good photo Annie McGrath - https://www.anniemcgrath.com/ Watch the video version on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare or on …

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EP 43 - Learning to Lead: Why Upskilling in Creative Ops Matters More Than Ever 53:11

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Guest Information Name: Amy Strickland Title: Instructor, Advanced Creative Operations Program Organization: Rutgers Expertise: Expert in Creative Ops Leadership, Systems Thinking, and Team Optimization Name: Alicia Nicely Title: Senior Manager, Creative Operations Organization: Kidde Global Solutions Expertise: Specialist in Scaling Teams, Data-Dr…

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Ep 1506: Mylance 42:58

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We're back in your ear canals. The celebrity aura is sucking everyone into their orbit, there's a coat audit, and it's about time the pork pie hat gets an airing Don’t forget… You can get the show early and ad free (plus a bonus episode every week) by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare We’ve got 2 live Flatshare Slamdown sh…

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EP 42 - Air's Big Bet, Creative Ops' Big Opportunity: A System of Record for Creative Work 19:15

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Episode Summary With Air.inc securing $35M in funding, the creative operations world is facing a major inflection point. In this solo episode, Nish Patel explores what this investment means for creative ops leaders, why the concept of a "system of record for creative work" is critical, and how creative professionals can seize this moment to elevate…

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EP 41 - Leadership in an Era of Constant Change 1:22:58

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Guest Information Name: Jason Holzman Title: SVP, Creative, Production, and Brand Strategy Organization: Macy’s Expertise: Creative leadership in retail, media, and advertising Scaling creative teams in high-growth and high-change environments AI’s role in creative operations Episode Summary The future of creative leadership isn’t about having all …

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Ep 1505: Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown with Ivo Graham & Lorna Rose Treen - "Plaster the Walls" 1:30:56

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Neither Tom nor Ben wants to plaster the walls… so Matthew says we’re gonna have to have a flatshare slamdown! Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Tom Parry Wicks recorded live at The Pheonix Cavendish Square with guests Lorna Rose Treen and Ivo Graham Ivo Graham - https://www.ivograham.com/ Lorna Rose Treen - https://www.lornarosetreen.co.uk/ Don’t forg…

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EP 40 - Rebroadcast: My interview on The Future of In-House Creative Leadership 1:06:10

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Guest Information Name: Emma Sexton Title: Founder & CEO Organization: Inside Out Community Expertise: Creative leadership & in-house team strategy Business impact of creativity Brand storytelling & operations Episode Summary This episode started with a thought experiment—a LinkedIn post I wrote about how I would design an in-house creative team fr…

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Ep 1504: Belated Late Bad Great Great 42:17

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We're back in your ear canals. In this episode - a big belated Happy Birthday to Matthew, as Tom peruses life's buffet buffer and Clarky stays home Don’t forget… You can get the show early and ad-free (plus a bonus episode every week) by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…

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Ep 1503: The deathly challenge of running, sitting and standing 49:04

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We're back in your ear canals. In this episode there's a gentle jog past a causing all kinds of social awkwardness Don’t forget… You'd be hearing this first - early and ad free (plus a bonus episode every week) on the Patreon feed. Join you by visiting https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare We’ve got 2 live Flatshare Slamdown shows in February MON…

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EP 39 - What Is Creativity in the age of AI: Makers & Machines 1:33:05

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Guest Information Name: Alexia Adana Title: Director of Creative Technology and Innovation Organization: Edelman Expertise: Creative technology AI-driven storytelling Democratizing creative tools for underrepresented communities Episode Summary How does AI impact creativity—does it empower new forms of artistic expression or dilute human ingenuity?…

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Ep 1502: Tom's TikTok Tip Trip 49:54

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We're back in your ear canals. In this episode - Tom's has ideas, where will they rate for Matthew and Ben between mastermind and drunk in a bin? Don’t forget… You can get the show early and ad free (plus a bonus episode every week) by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare We’ve got 2 live Flatshare Slamdown shows in February …

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Episode 44: Our TOP 5 most popular episodes 52:07

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The Best of The Next Gen Cast: Celebrating Eight Years of Next Gen programmes In this special episode of The Next GenCast, we celebrate the Next Gen's 8-year anniversary by revisiting the highlights from the five most downloaded podcast episodes. Get ready to hear from truly inspiring leaders on a range of topics, from the conversations which have …

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EP 38 - Specsavers’ Secret: How Creative Ops Drive Brand Success 1:30:36

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Guest Information Name: Julia Arenson Title: Head of Creative Operations Organization: Specsavers Expertise: Transforming in-house agencies from production hubs to strategic creative powerhouses Integrating creative operations into brand strategy and business impact Navigating the cultural shift from agency to in-house leadership Episode Summary Ju…

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Ep 1501: Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown with Celya AB & Jin Hao Li - "Fill the Fruitbowl" 1:49:59

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Neither Tom nor Ben wants to fill the fruit bowl… so Matthew says we’re gonna have to have a flatshare slamdown! Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Tom Parry Wicks recorded live at The Pheonix Cavendish Square with guests Jin Hao Li and Celya AB With Celya AB - https://www.celya-ab.com/ Jin Hao Li - https://www.jin-hao-li.com/ You can get the show early…

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EP 37 - The Evolution of In-House Agencies: Insights from Patrick Burgoyne 1:28:09

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Guest Information Name: Patrick Burgoyne Title: Co-founder Organization: In-House Agency Leaders Club Expertise: Leadership in creative and advertising industries Founder of platforms fostering collaboration among creative leaders Extensive experience shaping creative ecosystems Episode Summary In this episode of Creative Ops, Patrick Burgoyne unpa…

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Ep 1500: Wet Admin 1:01:53

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The new series of Pappy’s Flatshare starts next week with a cracking Flatshare Slamdown. But, for now, here’s some exciting info and a bonus ep of our weekly Patreon-only show, Pappy’s Flatshare Pop Round. Don’t forget… You can get the show early and ad free (plus a bonus episode every week) by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pappysflat…

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EP 36 - To Refactor or Not: AI’s Impact on Tech Stacks 1:34:02

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Guest Information Name: Jarrod Gingras Title: Managing Director & Analyst Organization: Real Story Group Expertise: Marketing and workplace technology evaluation Aligning technology with strategic goals Digital content and customer data platforms Episode Summary In this episode, Jarrod Gingras shares his expertise on navigating the seismic shifts A…

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EP 35 - In-House Evolution vs. Offshore Extinction: The AI Revolution 1:07:43

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This episode explores the potential role of AI in disrupting offshore production and accelerating in-house innovation. Penri Jones shares his bold perspectives on the evolution of workflows, modular storytelling, and why creativity remains the ultimate differentiator in an AI-driven world. Key Takeaways The Economic Disruption: AI is fundamentally …

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Episode 43: Backstage with Ben Maruthappu, CEO of Cera 54:59

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Today, I’m delighted to welcome Dr Ben Maruthappu, a young leader who has transformed from being a junior doctor to globally recognised entrepreneur. Ben is the co-founder and CEO of Cera, the UK's largest health tech company, which supports over two million patients a month with innovative, home-based care solutions. His work has led to many accol…

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EP 34 - AI Gives You an Unlimited HR Budget for 2025 22:37

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Episode Summary In this solo episode, Nish explores how AI is transforming creative operations by shifting from traditional role scarcity to role abundance. He highlights how creative leaders can spin up AI-driven “roles” like Creative Brief Coach or Chief Storytelling Officer out of thin air, without budget constraints. Nish shares practical frame…

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House Meeting (Moves Like Brothers) S14E47 46:18

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Tom, Ben and Matthew slide into your ear canal for another house meeting. Voyeurism on a train gets us chatting about siblings Pappy’s - https://twitter.com/pappystweet Pappy's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/pappyscomedy/ Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pappysflatshare Find tickets to all our live shows here - pappyscomedy.com/li…

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EP 33 - Beyond Savings: Offshore as a Strategic Imperative w Anil Noorani of We Are Amnet 1:05:57

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Guest Information: • Name: Anil Noorani • Title: Founder and Managing Partner of TKM Consultants and Non-Exec Director of We Are Amnet • Expertise: • Optimizing global creative production strategies • Offshore production models • Bridging in-house and offshore creative ecosystems Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the transformative role …