Best The Run Testers Podcasts (2025)

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Avoid These Publishing Scams | Unpopular Opinion with Emily Hitchcock 29:19

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5d ago29:19

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Book scams are everywhere + they're absolutely infuriating. Emily Hitchcock from Columbus Publishing Lab joins me to talk about the dodgy world of publishing predators who target hopeful authors. She describes cold calls promising movie deals, fake bestseller lists + all the other ways scammers separate writers from their money. Emily shares the re…

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Ditch Success to Find What Actually Fits | Author Interview with Angela Raspass 29:46

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Growing a business can lock you into the wrong trajectory. And that often leads to feeling trapped despite outward success which leads to terrible self doubt. Ouch. Angela Raspass built a thriving marketing agency but ditched it all to become a coach guiding women through this step - which is why her book is called Your Next Chapter. Her ADHD diagn…

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Most Business Books are Awful | Unpopular Opinion with Ron Tester 30:53

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Are most business books just... awful? Ron Tester joins me to discuss this knotty question. We discuss the repetitive examples + overused psychological experiments that make me want to throw books across the room. Plus, some behind-the-scenes reality about those "perfect" company cultures everyone loves to cite. Spoiler: it's all about the chairs..…

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Coffee Matters More Than Systems for Teams | Author Interview with Charlie Gilkey 29:58

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What if the key to better teamwork isn't fancy systems but occasionally getting your colleague coffee? Charlie Gilkey has spent years looking at how small actions create belonging + extraordinary results - it's all in his excellent book, Team Habits. We discuss why every team action is also a social action, the 30-second fixes that prevent lots of …

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What if Stone Soup was a Biz Book? | Classics with Michael Roderick 30:02

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Stone soup. You know, that story where a stranger gets help making soup, by starting with a rock? Turns out it's actually brilliant business advice. Michael Roderick joins me to dig into this classic tale and why it's weirdly perfect for understanding referrals and business relationships. We chat about his AIM framework - making yourself accessible…

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How to Price your Book | Your Biz Needs a Book with Joanna Penn 29:57

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Pricing your book is confusing + most authors get it completely wrong. Joanna Penn joins me sift through the options. She's published over 40 books, so she's definitely figured out what does + doesn’t work. We talk through pricing everything - ebooks, paperbacks, audiobooks, super fancy hardback editions + even Kickstarter campaigns. If you're wond…

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History Pop-Up: July | Pop-Up with Ron Tester 29:50

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It’s another History Pop-Up with Ron Tester. This time we're looking at US Revolutionary War battles, D-Day landings + Victorian murders. Ron brings tales of individual bravery against impossible odds, while I serve theatrical women wrongly maligned by history + the details of how people actually lived. Expect the usual book nerdery + friendly disa…

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George Orwell Was Actually Awful | Biz Book Broadcast with Juliet Corbett 29:54

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Was George Orwell the socialist hero we thought he was? Spoiler: absolutely not. Juliet Corbett joins me to discuss Wifedom by Anna Funder, which reveals shocking truths about Orwell's treatment of his first wife, Eileen O'Shaughnessy. Turns out Eileen was crucial to his best work but has been systematically written out of his story by biographers.…

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How to Turn Your Book into an Audiobook at Home | Your Biz Needs a Book with David H Lawrence XVII 29:59

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Want to turn your book into an audiobook but think you need a fancy studio + a radio voice? Think again. David H Lawrence XVII joins me to talk about why audiobooks are absolutely booming right now + how you can get in on it. David's an actor + voiceover pro who teaches people to narrate their own books, so he knows what actually works. We chat abo…

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How to Go Viral on Socials | Media Strategy with Eugene Choi 29:35

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Want to know the secret to going viral online? Well, today’s guest Eugene Choi has got it figured out. Eugene’s a leadership coach who has achieved astounding viral success - over 8 million views on his articles + 23 million views on his short films. Blimey. We look at the key ingredients needed to create massively shared content - from leveraging …

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Build Community With Your Book | Your Biz Needs a Book with Ally Machate 30:34

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Want to create a movement around your book? I spoke to Biz Book regular Ally Machate, owner of The Writer's Ally, about how to use your book as the rallying cry to build your community + even a movement. Ally walks us through the main ways you can use your book: from a book funnel to grow your email list, building a personal brand around a memoir o…

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The Little Mermaid's Business Blunders | Classics with Ron Tester 30:02

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Building a business can feel a lot like dancing on knives. Strangely enough, The Little Mermaid has quite a bit to say about that. In this episode, Ron Tester and I explore how her excruciating transformation from sea creature to human mirrors the messy leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship. We talk about the power of voice, why leaning into…

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The 2025 Mid-Year Running Shoe Roundup | The best and worst shoes of the year so far 34:33

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This month on the podcast, the team is talking through the first six months of the year in running shoes. What impressed us, what was average and were there any major disappointments? We'll also be talking about loads of other stuff, from our current training plans to the latest products we've been testing. Perfect for that Sunday long run. Big tha…

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The Henry Ford Quote Hurting Small Business | Unpopular Opinion with Kathryn McGarvey 30:06

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You know that Henry Ford quote "If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said faster horses”? It’s often used by entrepreneurs to justify iffy decisions about pushing product to an uninterested market. Well, client researcher + marketer Kathryn McGarvey isn’t having it. And she’s in the studio to share her Unpopular Opinion on the ma…

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Your Book Needs a Cover | Your Business Needs a Book with Emily Hitchcock 29:48

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You can judge a book by its cover – we do it all do it, all the time. So, we know it’s important. If you’ve gone to the effort of writing a book, you want it to appeal to readers from the very first glimpse of the thumbnail. So, I asked Emily Hitchcock, CEO of not one but two publishing businesses - Columbus Publishing Lab + Boyle and Dalton – to h…

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Fiction Pop-Up: June | Pop-Up with Candice L Davis 30:01

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It’s another fabulous Fiction Pop-Up with writing coach, Candice L. Davis. We discuss books set in the American South dealing with difficult themes in richly layered prose, as well as a tale of artists who met in ‘90s London + reconnect during the COVID lockdown. The books have it all - compelling characters, powerful storytelling and an unexpected…

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Your 50 Book Goal is Privilege Bragging | Unpopular Opinion with Ron Tester 30:00

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At the start of every year the internet is rife with people sharing their goal to read 50 books that year. Nothing wrong with reading more. An admirable goal for sure. Thing is – 50 books is not the flex they think it is. In fact, it says more about their privilege than their love of reading. I feel very strongly about this – so for the first time …

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Unlock the Secrets to Leading in Uncertain Times | Author Interview with Kevin Eikenberry 29:04

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In uncertain times we need leaders to be more flexible than ever. Kevin Eikenberry joins me to discuss how leaders can adapt their approach to meet the needs of their team, whether it's a group of employees or a small circle of freelancers He’s the author of many books, but today, we’re discussing his latest Flexible Leadership. We discuss strategi…

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The 'How Can I Help?' Trap | Unpopular Opinion with Michael Roderick 30:00

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Ever been irked by someone you barely know asking for a huge favor while offering nothing back? Michael Roderick returns to talk about how this happens - and the hidden danger lurking in one seemingly innocent phrase - "How can I help you?" As a business coach who specializes in messaging, access, and referability, Michael's seen this common opener…

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Create Your Unstoppable Guest Sheet: Podcast Guesting #3 | Liz Solo Show 30:01

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If you want to get booked on podcasts – and you do, it’s a brilliant way to promote your your business – then you need a One Sheet. It’s the single most helpful thing you can create to speed-up getting booked. Do it right + you’ll have hosts clambering to interview you. Today’s show walks you through exactly what to do - from punchy bios to intrigu…

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The Industry Everyone Loves to Hate | Book Huddle with Jennie Bellinger 30:00

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Network Marketing has a dreadful reputation - but it could be a great way to dip your toes into entrepreneurship. Jenny Bellinger joins us today to discuss a book that celebrates the industry, The Flip Flop CEO. Jenny's a leadership + sales coach who knows that those who treat this sector like a real business will find real success. Look for more s…

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The Best Marketer Wins | Unpopular Opinion with Sarah Short 29:15

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There’s a common mistake most new coaches make when trying to get clients – it’s made by many experienced coaches too for that matter. Today, Sarah Short, founder of The Coaching Revolution is sorting us out + sharing her unpopular opinion about the whole coaching industry. She’s the author of A Coaching Business in a Book. And has seen the same is…

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Nail Your Podcast Interview: Podcast Guesting #2 | Liz Solo Show 29:24

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So, you’ve bagged a guest spot on a podcast – what do you do now? How exactly do you dazzle your host so you get asked back? When the record button is pressed it can be nerve wracking enough just sounding like a normal human, let alone a suave expert. So, today, I’m going to walk you through the whole process step-by-step, with dos + don'ts for bef…

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Sell Piles of Books | Your Biz Needs a Book with Candice L Davis 30:31

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Once you've written your business book, you'll want to sell the book. Obv. Selling one at a time is all very well, but what you really want is to sell piles of them. Fortunately, writing coach Candice L. Davis is here to walk us through exactly how to do just that. We discuss pitching organizations, negotiating bulk sales as part of speaking contra…

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History Pop-Up May | Pop-Up with Ron Tester 30:01

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Our first History Pop-Up was so fun – and popular! - we’re doing another. Not least, it gives me a chance to laugh at Ron Tester’s choice of books. Because truly, that man has an unnatural love of super long books about great men of history. As well as famous dead people, we discuss the world's first seed bank + the heartbreaking choices the botani…

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Get Booked on Podcasts: Podcast Guesting #1 | Liz Solo 30:01

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Ever thought of starting a podcast? If you have – but haven’t started yet - let me stop you right there, because you can get all the benefits of your own show, just by guesting on other people’s shows. All of the exposure, none of cost. That’s a huge benefit. Today we kick off a mini-series on how to easily get booked on podcasts. l walk you throug…

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Tiny but Mighty: Matilda's Guide to Female Power | Classics with Kym Medina 30:01

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Business coach, Kym Medina's back to help me dissect another classic kid’s book for business lessons. Today, it’s the turn of Matilda, written by that angry man in a shed, Roald Dahl. Our tiny protagonist packs a wallop for anyone dealing with power-hungry Trunchbulls in the workplace. We laugh about bullying bosses, telekinetic revenge + why on ea…

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Say What They Can't Unhear | Author Interview with Tamsen Webster 30:36

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Tamsen Webster's back with us today to discuss her second book, Say What They Can't Unhear. It’s the follow up to the fabulous, Find Your Red Thread which was all about making complex ideas understandable. The new book is about how to make those ideas stick. We discuss why conventional sales tactics often trigger "reactance" - that feeling when you…

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Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Liar Author | Book Huddle with Ron Tester 29:04

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It’s such a popular book – tens of millions of copies sold – and yet, it’s problematic in oh-so-many ways. Biz Book regular, Ron Tester joins me to take a critical look at Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad. We explore the problematic tone, the questionable advice + the unfortunate revelation about the "rich dad" in the book. Despite its immense p…

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600 Million Listeners Are Waiting | Podcast Guesting with Liam Austin 31:58

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Being featured on a podcast is marvelous for business owners looking to amplify their message. You get your message out, build following + meet potential new clients. Thing is, you can get all those benefits without starting your own show – by appearing as a guest Today’s guest is Liam Austin, founder of Talks.co and he shares insights on how to ge…

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Launching your Book: The Overview | Your Business Needs a Book with Candice L Davis 29:46

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So, you’ve finally written a business book – or you’re going to – now what? Obviously, you need some kind of launch. That’s a given for self-published, but even with traditional publishing these days they expect you to do a lot of the launch work yourself. But where do you start? And what do you need to do it well? Fear not - Candice L Davis, is he…

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Spring Marathon Round-Up 2025 | London and Manchester Marathons 39:31

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It was a big year for marathons at the Run Testers. Nick and Kieran took on London Marathon for another time and Tom nipped up north to try out Manchester Marathon. In this podcast (also available as a video on YouTube) we chat through both events, from the course and crowds to the kit we wore on the day. Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer…

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Stephen King's Advice for Entrepreneurs | Book Huddle with Michi Lantz 30:44

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Podcast producer, writer + director Michi Lantz is back in the studio to discuss Stephen King's classic book On Writing + how to apply it directly to business. From sales pages to podcast titles, we explore how to craft copy that connects, not just converts. And yes, we fangirl a bit. But more than that, we talk about resilience, rejection + why Ki…

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Toxic Positivity: What Candide Knew 300 Years Ago | Unpopular Opinion with Kandas Rodarte 30:01

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Toxic positivity is a such a buzzword at the moment – but it’s not a new phenomenon. Voltaire was viciously skewering it over 300 years ago. Join show regular, Kandas Rodarte + I as we get into what exactly it is + why you want to avoid it. We also touch on toxic forgiveness, what we can learn from the final line of the book, a quick story on the o…

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History Pop-Up: April | Pop-Up with Ron Tester 29:56

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On today's show, we're doing something a bit different - a History Pop-Up with show regular Ron Tester. If you love a good delve into random bits of history - you're in for a treat. We share some of our favourite history reads, from the sweeping story of Genghis Khan to the political prowess of Teddy Roosevelt. We also touch on witches, revolutions…

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Jonah + the Whale...of Change | Classics with Jennifer Brown 30:00

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What does being swallowed by a big fish have to teach us about change? More than you might imagine. Jennifer Brown - an expert in inclusive leadership and author of "How to Be an Inclusive Leader - is back in the studio for our first foray into an Old Testament story. The well known fish-based tale is our jumping off point to discuss resistance to …

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The Science of Effective Conversations | Book Huddle with Eugene Choi 29:28

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On today's show, we take a close look at how the conversations you have every day impact both your work + your brain with neuroscience geek + peak performance expert Eugene Choi. He shares fascinating insights from Judith Glazer's book Conversational Intelligence. We discuss the 3 levels of conversation, how to move a conversation from conflict to …

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Did You Just Verb My Noun? | Unpopular Opinion with Kathryn Goldman 29:58

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How do you feel about nouns being used as verbs? Kathryn Goldman is very much not a fan – and today we’re getting the full force of her Unpopular Opinion on verbification. Turns out it’s a hot button topic. Kathryn is an attorney - a specialist in copyright, trademark + contracts at her Creative Law Center. Which means, she uses words like scalpels…

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Storytelling in Science: Lessons from Fredrick | Classics with Sandra Wilson 30:58

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Today’s guest is Dr. Sandra Wilson, a biotechnology innovator + multidisciplinary scientist, about a book that inspired her as a child - Frederick by Leo Lionni. We discuss how this charming tale of a mouse who gathers colours instead of food for the winter resonates with Sandra's own journey. She shares insights on how Frederick's powers of observ…

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Slight Edge: Turn Simple Disciplines into Massive Success | Book Huddle with Todd and Leah Rae Getts 29:58

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On today's show, we explore the power of tiny actions to create massive success with Jeff Olson's bestselling book The Slight Edge. I'm again joined in the studio by Leah Rae Getts + Todd Getts, founders of Digital Trailblazers. Simple disciplines like reading a few pages a day, making healthy choices + showing up consistently on social media move …

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The Boston Marathon Essential Runner's Guide 52:24

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In this series, we dive into some of the world's biggest marathons to give advice and tips for runners taking part. Boston Marathon is more than just a race for many people, it's a celebration of the effort required to get in through the tough qualifier process. As a result, Boston is a hive of activity for the whole weekend, with hundreds of event…

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Thinking Imperialism + Habit Formation | Unpopular Opinion with Eli Trier 30:00

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Eli Trier’s back to share her Unpopular Opinion on Habit Formation. Apparently, the one-size-fits-all approach of so many books in this category has not been useful for the neurodivergent amongst us. Books like James Clear’s Atomic Habits have not been kind to those who process information differently Eli shares her experiences as a neurodivergent …

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Deploy Empathy for Customer Research | Book Huddle with Kathryn McGarvey 29:59

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We know it’s vital to understand our clients as much as possible. Yet doing research can be difficult + expensive. Fortunately Kathryn McGarvey’s back in the studio today – she’s founder of Nosy HQ which specializes in just this kind of research. Plus she’s a seasoned marketer with over 20 years of experience, so understands the business landscape …

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Turn Your Book Into a Keynote | Your Biz Needs a Book with Eduardo Placer 30:27

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With a book written – it should be an easy step to turn it into a talk, right? But as so many lack luster talks show, there’s a big difference between stood on stage + being compelling on stage. So for today’s conversation I brought in Eduardo Placer – story coach, lovely human + knee deep in experience from both the stage and the page, making him …

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Find Your Red Thread | Author Interview with Tamsen Webster 30:01

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Tamsen Webster is today’s guest + we discuss her fabulous book, Find Your Red Thread. In it she shares a clear, step-by-step method for crafting irresistible messaging. Tamsen explains the concept of the "red thread" + how it helps businesses connect with their audiences through compelling storytelling. You’ll want to hear this, it’s one of the bes…

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The London Marathon Essential Runner's Guide 43:49

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In this series, we dive into some of the world's biggest marathons to give advice and tips for runners taking part. Between us, we've taken part in the London Marathon more times than you can shake a "Tap to Power Up" cardboard sign at (...probably about 20). In this episode of the pod we talk through everything you need to know before running the …

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The Monkey + The Manager | Book Huddle with Max Habeck 30:30

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Today’s guest is Max Habeck, a seasoned consultant with a wealth of experience in the big four firms. We discuss a book Max often used with his senior management teams to help them delegate more efficiently + stop taking on their subordinates' problems. We talk through how leaders often unconsciously become bottlenecks and end up carrying the burde…

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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe 100k Subscriber Special 35:44

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The team answers your running shoe and tech questions in this series from The Run Testers. This week Tom and Nick talk about maintaining fitness between training blocks, how important is shoe drop, strength training for runners and loads of other stuff. If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an ema…

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What an Awful Book | Unpopular Opinion with Kym Medina 30:01

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Kym Medina is in the studio today to discuss a truly vile book. She’s sharing her unpopular opinion about the million-copy bestseller + ongoing phenomena that is The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene We discuss how unpleasant we found reading it + why it’s still being recommended by so many in the business world. Power doesn’t have to look like thi…

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The Monster At The End of This...Business Book? | Classics with Matt Olin 31:00

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The creative powerhouse that is Matt Olin is back with us today. It’s a Classics show and we’re looking at Matt’s fave book growing up - The Monster at the End of This Book. For no good reason we look at it as a biz book + find lessons for the creative entrepreneur on fear, success + celebrating wins. Matt shares his insights on overcoming self-dou…