Best Simon Howell Podcasts (2025)

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MacroVoices #490 Dr. Pippa Malmgren: Bessent, Stablecoin & JFK 1:23:03

10h ago1:23:03

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Dr Pippa Malmgren. They discuss everything from the future of Stablecoins and the fate of the U.S. dollar as reserve currency to America's possible transition into a 7th party political system and even some shocking revelations about Jeffrey Epstein that go far beyond the usual headlines. https:/…

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Sleep Divorce: Why sleeping separately might be good for your relationship 56:07

1d ago56:07

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Would you sleep in a different room to your partner? Or do you think couples should share a bed together? That's what we’re asking on today’s episode of The Women’s Podcast. While many people enjoy sharing a bed with their other half, there are many others who prefer to go solo when it comes to sleep. This could be for reasons including loud snorin…

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Secrets of Successful Upselling and Strong Client Relationships with Jon Peppiatt, Part 2 24:23

2d ago24:23

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Could the evolving landscape of marketing procurement be the key to mastering the new frontier in sales? We’re welcoming back Jon Peppiatt today, former Chairman at BBH London, for the second of a two-part episode. We explore the intricacies of AI-enabled service delivery, plus innovative pricing models that align with both agency and client goals.…

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MacroVoices #489 Darius Dale: Are You Positioned For The Melt-Up? 1:07:55

8d ago1:07:55

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Darius Dale. They discuss why Darius is bullish on U.S. equities, echoing Lyn Alden's recent views, as the U.S. pivots to a pro-growth fiscal policy aimed at "growing our way out" of its national debt crisis. But Darius also warns that if this strategy fails, the likely fallback will be monetary …

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Why women should be lifting weights (especially as we age) 57:28

8d ago57:28

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In today’s episode, Róisín Ingle is joined by women’s health and fitness coach Elaine Gillespie, to talk about the transformative power of lifting weights and strength training. From navigating fitness during perimenopause to returning to exercise postpartum, Gillespie explains why lifting weights isn’t just for bodybuilders - it’s essential for wo…

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The 5 Steps to Immediately Increase Your Win Rates with Harry Kendlbacher 30:23

10d ago30:23

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Get ready to learn the 5 transformative principles that can elevate your B2B sales performance to new heights! Harry Kendlbacher, CEO & Managing Partner of Global Performance Group, has a wealth of experience and innovative strategies to enhance B2B sales, especially in unpredictable economic climates. Together in this episode, we explore the nuanc…

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MacroVoices #488 Lyn Alden: Run It Hot! 1:15:59

15d ago1:15:59

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Lyn Alden. They discuss why Lyn believes investors should run their portfolios hot in today’s environment. With fiscal policy now driving market outcomes more than monetary, Lyn argues this backdrop supports further upside for equity markets. https://bit.ly/4lFuowO 🔻Download Big Picture Trading C…

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Anne Marie Allen on her lost years inside Opus Dei 1:10:12

15d ago1:10:12

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Anne Marie Allen was just 15 years old when she first entered the world of Opus Dei. It was the late 1970s and the young woman from Cork had enrolled in a cookery course run by the religious order. The program promised culinary qualifications and a pathway to a professional career, but it didn’t take long for her dreams to shatter. As Allen spent m…

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Harnessing the Extreme Power of B2B Event Management with Jade Howgrave-Graham and Lucy Francis 34:47

18d ago34:47

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What strategies can still lead to fruitful in-person event outcomes in challenging economic times? I’m thrilled to have both Jade Howgrave-Graham and Lucy Francis from Lemon Lane join me to explore their impactful business in the B2B events industry. They tell us all about how their personal passions have uniquely shaped their professional journey,…

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MacroVoices #487 Larry McDonald: The Great Migration To Hard Assets 1:08:20

22d ago1:08:20

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Larry McDonald. They’ll discuss everything from copper to the dollar to precious metals. https://bit.ly/3Gqe0Bt 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/3TVQ1gu ✅Sign up for a FREE 14-day trial at Big Picture Trading: https://bit.ly/4d1fcag 🔴 Subscribe to Patrick’s Youtube Chann…

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In Plain Sight: Noelle Brown and Camille O’Sullivan 43:28

22d ago43:28

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This month, actor and mother and baby home survivor Noelle Brown and singer Camille O’Sullivan will take to the stage together for a new theatre performance called In Plain Sight. The project, written by Brown, focuses on Ireland’s history of mother and baby homes, paying particular attention to the large stately buildings dotted around the country…

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Unlocking the Mysteries of Public Sector Procurement with Dan Cook 33:59

25d ago33:59

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What powerful strategies can help suppliers break into the lucrative public sector market? Dan Cook, Director of Public Sector for digital product consultancy Red Badger, is here to give deep insights into public sector procurement. He provides a very unique perspective, showcased by his journey from being a buyer in the public sector to navigating…

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MacroVoices #486 David Rosenberg: Navigating Choppy Waters 1:07:31

29d ago1:07:31

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, David Rosenberg. They discuss the equity market outlook, inflation, precious metals, the U.S. Dollar, and much more. https://bit.ly/3TJ6MLO 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/3ZRPY90 ✅Sign up for a FREE 14-day trial at Big Picture Trading: https://bit.ly/4d1fcag 🔴 Subscrib…

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Deepfakes and AI Girlfriends: How artificial intelligence is putting women at risk 1:00:05

29d ago1:00:05

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Concerns about the rise and rapid development of artificial intelligence often tend to focus on AI’s threat to jobs or its potential to influence politics and elections. But what about the very real threat that AI poses to women? In her new book, The New Age of Sexism, feminist writer Laura Bates explores how the ever-evolving world of technology h…

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Episode 58 - Talking Retail marketing, Loyalty and delicious chocolate with Amy Harman 41:04

1M ago41:04

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We're back. Sorry, it took a while! But we are back with a bang. We talk to Amy Harman, Head of Customer Marketing at Hotel Chocolat. We cover the idiosyncrasies of retail marketing, the value of Loyalty programs, the pitfalls of discounting and also mental health in the workplace. Audio-Visual assets: Imagery: Photo by Matthew Brodeur on Unsplash …

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Mastering Supplier Relations Through Strategic Dialogue with Kelly Barner 30:57

1M ago30:57

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How can procurement professionals transition from mere cost-cutting to becoming strategic partners that drive amazing business outcomes? Kelly Barner, Co-Founder and Head of Content and Operations at Art of Procurement, is here to talk all about strategic procurement as shown through her journey from traditional purchasing roles to building strateg…

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The Book Club Live: Summer Reads with Marian Keyes 1:21:02

1M ago1:21:02

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Last weekend our Book Club gathered for a live show at Kildare Village to discuss the best reading recommendations for summer 2025. Róisín Ingle, Bernice Harrison and Ann Ingle were joined at the event by special guest bestselling author Marian Keyes and a room full of Women’s Podcast listeners. There were recommendations to suit every style and ev…

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MacroVoices #485 Jeff Currie: The Joule Order 1:09:58

1M ago1:09:58

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Jeff Currie. They’ll discuss what Jeff calls the “New Joule Order” and why Jeff says there’s really no limit to how much higher the price of Gold can go given the current macro backdrop. https://bit.ly/4na3hvu 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/44lfjdT ✅Sign up for a FREE …

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Typical Agency Dysfunctions and How to Avoid Them with Leah Power 30:47

1M ago30:47

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Is your agency prepared to counteract typical dysfunctions and build value-driven client partnerships? Leah Power, EVP, Strategic Operations Consultant at the Institute of Canadian Agencies, joins us for a second appearance to discuss the relationship between cost efficiency and creativity in agency-client relationships. Leah examines the role of p…

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Why do some women still take their husband’s last name? 44:54

1M ago44:54

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The tradition of women taking their husband’s surname stems from a time when marriage effectively erased a woman’s legal identity and she would become her husband’s property. While this is no longer the case and society has thankfully moved on, the practice of women changing their last name upon marriage still persists today. But why? In a recent f…

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MacroVoices #484 Rory Johnston: Crude Oil Forward Curve Conundrum 1:09:39

1M ago1:09:39

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Rory Johnston. They’ll discuss Rory’s view that the WTI forward curve has taken an unprecedented and bizarre shape, and much more. https://bit.ly/4jSlHOz 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/4kWdMk2 ✅Sign up for a FREE 14-day trial at Big Picture Trading: https://bit.ly/4d1f…

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Secrets of Successful Upselling and Strong Client Relationships with Jon Peppiatt, Part 1 24:31

2M ago24:31

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Ready to find out how agencies can strike the perfect balance between upselling and nurturing lasting client relationships? Jon Peppiatt, who has amassed over 35 years of marketing experience including his time as Chairman at BBH London, joins us today. In this first of two parts, the conversation focuses on upselling as well as the balance between…

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Greta Thunberg sets sail for Gaza / Mary Ann Kenny on loss, psychosis and healing 1:03:43

2M ago1:03:43

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It was a bright afternoon in April 2015 when Mary Ann Kenny, a university lecturer, received a call that changed her life in an instant. Her husband John, with whom she had two young sons, had collapsed while out jogging and died at the age of 60. Struggling to cope with the sudden loss and the loneliness that engulfed her life in the aftermath, Ke…

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MacroVoices #483 Vincent Deluard: MAGA vs. Corporate America 58:42

2M ago58:42

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Vincent Deluard. They’ll discuss why Vincent says recessions have been cancelled by monetary policy, and what he sees on the horizon for asset markets. https://bit.ly/43OuZVM 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/3HtO1Jx ✅Sign up for a FREE 14-day trial at Big Picture Trading…

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Humanize Your Sales Approach Using The Wes Method with Wes Schaeffer 18:03

2M ago18:03

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What unique sales insights can be gained from someone who traded military discipline for the dynamic challenges of B2B? Wes Schaeffer, AKA The Sales Whisperer, is a former Air Force member who has successfully transitioned into the world of B2B sales. Today’s conversation has Wes sharing his unique journey from the structured environment of the mil…

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The Macron 'wife shove' / Talking periods with Dr Hazel Wallace 1:00:15

2M ago1:00:15

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What do you really know about the menstrual cycle? Can you tell your follicular from your luteal phase? Can masturbation ease period pains and why do so many women get the dreaded ‘period poo’? To answer all these questions and more we’re joined this week by Dr Hazel Wallace, medical doctor, nutritionist, and author of Not Just A Period, a groundbr…

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MacroVoices #482 Mike Green: What The Market Is Not Discounting 1:00:41

2M ago1:00:41

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Mike Green. They’ll discuss the tariffs, what they’re really being used for, and why Mike says the President is contradicting himself every time he talks about them. https://bit.ly/4kINH8c 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/4khdGDN ✅Sign up for a FREE 14-day trial at Big P…

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Mastering Negotiation Through Compassionate Curiosity with Kwame Christian 35:14

2M ago35:14

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Is embracing emotional intelligence while understanding the amygdala hijack the secret to mastering negotiations under pressure? Kwame Christian, a globally recognized negotiation expert and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, joins us today. He shares his inspiring journey from a novice negotiator to a LinkedIn Top Voice with over 119,000 f…

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Kit de Waal on identity and belonging / Starving children of Gaza 1:04:59

2M ago1:04:59

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This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Kit de Waal novelist, memoirist, and fierce advocate for working-class voices in literature. In conversation with Roisin Ingle, de Waal discusses her powerful new novel The Best of Everything, set in 1970s and 1980s England, which follows the interwoven lives of a single mother, her son, and their neighbours…

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MacroVoices #481 Jim Bianco: This is The End of The Beginning 1:06:07

2M ago1:06:07

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Jim Bianco. They’ll discuss why Jim believes we’re at the “end of the beginning” — a phrase he uses to describe the evolution of Trump-era economic policies. While the initial phase, dominated by tariff strategies, may be winding down, Jim warns that this is just the opening act. https://bit.ly/3…

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Avoiding Complacency Through Agency and Consultancy Dynamics with Dino Myers-Lamptey 37:12

2M ago37:12

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Ready to learn the strategic shifts that can help organizations avoid the pitfalls of complacency? This week we’re welcoming Dino Myers-Lamptey, who founded The Barber Shop, which is a strategy-led media, creative, and tech company. We look at the complex world of agency and consultancy dynamics, revealing how complacency can derail organizations. …

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MacroVoices #480 Louis-Vincent Gave: What Comes Next After The Trade War Dust Settles 1:12:04

2M ago1:12:04

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Louis-Vincent Gave. They will discuss the Trump tariffs, what they mean for markets, China, precious metals, and more. https://bit.ly/43nwN7Z 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/4miq87u ✅Sign up for a FREE 14-day trial at Big Picture Trading: https://bit.ly/4d1fcag 🔴 Subscr…

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Jacqueline Connolly: ‘I didn’t know what coercive control was until my family were killed’ 1:14:22

2M ago1:14:22

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In 2016, Clodagh Hawe and her three sons, Liam (13), Niall (11) and Ryan (6) were murdered in their Co Cavan home, by their husband and father Alan Hawe, who took his own life shortly after. It was and still is Ireland’s largest murder-suicide and the brutal killings sent shockwaves throughout the country. In her book, Deadly Silence, Clodagh’s you…

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Why Independent Agencies Are Making Waves in the Advertising World with Nigel Roberts 33:48

2M ago33:48

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Can the rise of independent creative agencies signal a revival in the craft of advertising? Nigel Roberts, Creative Partner at Orange Panther Collective, shares the secrets behind making ads that resonate with audiences for years to come in this episode. We explore the balance between creativity and sales, and Nigel reveals how engaging and persuad…

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Down with that ‘skort’ of thing / Celebrating Tina Turner 45:28

3M ago45:28

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Two years ago this month, Tina Turner died at the age of 83 at her home in Switzerland. The global superstar and rock icon had a career spanning more than five decades. Although she retired from performing in her late 60s, one of her final projects was to collaborate on Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, which debuted in London’s West End in 2018. This…

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MacroVoices #479 Anas Alhajji: What Do Saudi Arabia & Allies in OPEC+ Want from Accelerating the Unwinding of Voluntary Cuts? 1:18:35

3M ago1:18:35

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Dr. Anas Alhajji to the show to discuss OPEC+ production increase & market reactions, Trump’s visit and oil politics, and the long-term outlook for oil and LNG & much more. https://bit.ly/43ldvBg What Do Saudi Arabia & Allies in OPEC+ Want from Accelerating the Unwinding of Voluntary Cuts? - Anas Alhajji 🔻D…

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Mastering Connections from LinkedIn to Real Life with Steve Fair and Matt Broughton 38:52

3M ago38:52

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Ready to make your agency stand out in a saturated market by focusing on verifiable facts rather than self-description? Steve Fair and Matt Broughton, both from Sponge NB, are here today to discuss how to build authentic business relationships, including how to form genuine connections on LinkedIn without the pressure of immediate sales pitches. We…

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MacroVoices #478 Luke Gromen: Trump Tariff Policy Will Drive Gold Even Higher 1:13:28

3M ago1:13:28

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Luke Gromen. They’ll discuss the market’s Trump Tariff Tantrum, as Luke makes the bold case that President Trump could realistically raise enough tariff revenue to exempt the bottom 90% from federal income tax. https://bit.ly/3EOiD7t 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/4iEG…

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Irish woman detained by US immigration / The Steminists 43:06

3M ago43:06

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In March, a group of secondary school students from Co Offaly made history when they became the first ever all-female team to win the VEX IQ All-Ireland Robotics Competition. ‘The Steminists’ will now represent Ireland at the World Championships in Texas this month. The team consists of five students aged between 12 and 14 years old, from the Sacre…

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Aligning Teams for Long-Term B2B Sales Excellence with Adam Miller 28:06

3M ago28:06

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Could the art of collaboration transform your sales and marketing strategies for C-suite success? This time we sit down with Adam Miller, CEO of Elevate, to explore the art of aligning sales and marketing for B2B success. He explains the nuances of targeting C-suite decision makers in complex sales cycles, and shares his expertise on defining clear…

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Climate Changemakers: Three women on their fight against climate change 47:03

3M ago47:03

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According to the latest European State of the Climate Report, 2024 was the hottest year on record for Europe and the fourth warmest year ever recorded in Ireland. As part of the global fight against climate change, Ireland has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030 — but are we really on track to meet that goal? In today’s ep…

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MacroVoices #477 Michael Howell: Are We Approaching A Debt Refinancing Crisis 1:08:03

3M ago1:08:03

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Michael Howell. They’ll discuss cyclicality of credit markets, why we should think of them as a refinancing system rather than a credit origination system, and what can be learned by taking this street-smart approach to credit market analysis. https://bit.ly/42F9PsA 🔻Download Big Picture Trading …

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Why You Need to Grow Your Customer’s Decision Confidence with Brent Adamson and Karl Schmidt 36:25

3M ago36:25

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Are you ready to discover why building customer self-confidence is more crucial than ever in today's B2B sales landscape? Brent Adamson and Karl Schmidt join us today, the duo behind the upcoming book "The Framemaking Sale." These sales experts unravel the critical yet often overlooked aspect of buyer confidence. They shift the focus from tradition…

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Amanda Knox: My Search for Meaning 1:20:33

3M ago1:20:33

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Seven years after Amanda Knox was definitively acquitted of the 2007 murder of Meredith Kercher, she flew to Italy to meet the man who had led the prosecution’s case against her, Giuliano Mignini. The now 37-year-old mother of two wanted to ask her former prosecutor why he had identified her as the chief suspect, pursued a murder conviction against…

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MacroVoices #475 Daniel Lacalle: Is This The End of The Monetary System As We Know it? 1:12:44

3M ago1:12:44

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Daniel Lacalle. They’ll discuss Trump Tariffs as the European investment community sees them, and discuss whether this is the dawn of a new age in terms of monetary and economic policy cooperation between the United States and Europe. https://bit.ly/43XhGUI 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook…

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Secrets of Fueling Growth Through Non-Traditional Collaborations with Iain Scott 32:13

3M ago32:13

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What secrets do successful businesses use to convert initial collaborations into long-term, profitable partnerships? Iain Scott, the CEO and Founder of Base Creative, joins today’s conversation as we get into the transformative power of strategic partnerships for business growth. He shares his journey of leveraging his digital marketing agency's su…

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Victim blaming on the rise / How to be a good grandmother 1:00:41

4M ago1:00:41

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Bookshops and libraries are bursting with books on parenting and what to expect when you’re expecting, but there aren't nearly as many guidebooks out there on how to be a good grandparent. That’s why family psychologist Terri Apter has written her latest book all about the topic. Grandparenting: On Love and Relationships Across Generations offers r…

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MacroVoices #475 Simon White: The Dawn of A New Financial Order 1:20:11

4M ago1:20:11

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MacroVoices Erik Townsend & Patrick Ceresna welcome, Simon White. They’ll discuss, the Trump Tariff Tornado, treasuries, why the basis trade is blowing up, and much more. https://bit.ly/4jaxsAq 🔴 Subscribe to Patrick’s Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Patrick_Ceresna 🔻Download Big Picture Trading Chartbook 📈📉: https://bit.ly/3YoXiIk ✅Sign …

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Why You Need to Rethink RFP Processes for Sustainable Growth with Leah Power 38:31

4M ago38:31

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Is your brand caught in the cycle of short-term gains due to outdated RFP processes? In this episode, we’re examining the nuances of agency operations with Leah Power, EVP, Strategic Operations Consultant at the Institute of Canadian Agencies. We unravel the overwhelming nature of agency pitches and explore the challenges agencies face, from the RF…

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Wedding fatigue / What teens really think of Adolescence 1:06:02

4M ago1:06:02

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When Adolescense arrived on Netflix last month, it was streamed nearly 25 million times in just four days and sparked a global conversation on the dark side of social media and the lives of teenage boys. But what is it really like to be a teenage boy in 2025? How much attention do they really pay to masculinity influencers? What kind of pressures d…

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