Best Alan Williamson Podcasts (2025)

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35: Black Sabbath – Master of Reality 1:15:27

5d ago1:15:27

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All right now! Lewis and Alan explore the doomy, sludgy goodness of Black Sabbath’s 1971 album ‘Master of Reality’. Read more: 35: Black Sabbath – Master of Reality Further Listening Lewis Kyuss – Blues for the Red Sun Iron Witch – A Harrowed Dawn Alan The Sword – Warp Riders Ghost – Opus EponymousBy Lewis Clark & Alan Williamson

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The Possibility Mindset in the Age of AI - Rob Cressy 57:39

6d ago57:39

57:39

In this final episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson sits down with creator, coach, and entrepreneur Rob Cressy for a high-energy, deeply inspiring conversation about possibility, creativity, and how to live fully by design. Rob shares his journey from corporate burnout to becoming a purpose-driven leader known for radiating positiv…

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From Performance to Authentic Leadership Presence - Cheryl Martin 46:59

20d ago46:59

46:59

What if the real breakthrough in leadership isn’t about learning new skills but unlearning old patterns of performance? In this conversation with host Meredith Bell, Cheryl Martin shares her journey from being a high-achieving consultant to guiding leaders into deeper alignment with their authentic selves. She opens up about the personal experience…

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Servant Leadership in Action - Ken Crenshaw 39:31

1M ago39:31

39:31

What does it look like when leadership is rooted not in control, but in care? In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson is joined by Ken Crenshaw, a deeply respected high-performance leader in Major League Baseball whose impact goes far beyond physical training. Ken shares how his leadership journey was shaped by mentors, …

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Sir Seretse Khama, first president of Botswana 27:43

1M ago27:43

27:43

Seretse Khama was born in 1921 in Bechuanaland when it was still a British Protectorate. In 1966 he became Botswana's first president. In between he married a white Londoner, Ruth Williamson, was exiled by the British, and made to renounce his interest in succeeding as head of the Bangwato. It's an extraordinary and notable life, and he's been nomi…

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Emily Williamson, co-founder of the RSPB 27:32

1M ago27:32

27:32

For over a hundred years no one thought too much about the origins of the RSPB, but among its founders was a woman in Didsbury opposed to the use of feathers in fashionable hats. Emily Williamson was outraged by the widespread slaughter of egrets and the crested grebe. She had tried to join the all-male British Ornithological Union, and when that f…

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How Being in Medicine Is Transforming Patient Outcomes - Dr. Corey Anderson 44:04

2M ago44:04

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What if the key to transforming healthcare lies not in technology, but in presence, compassion, and purpose? In this rich conversation, Dr. Corey Anderson shares his journey into the "being movement" and how it's reshaping the culture at Black Hills Surgical Hospital. With wisdom drawn from his own transformation and collaborative work with Dr. Jef…

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Tina Turner 27:43

2M ago27:43

27:43

Rock Icon Tina Turner proposed by the actress and author Rebecca Humphries. Tina Turner began life as Anna Mae Bullock in Nutbush, Tennessee, joining Ike Turner's band in St Louis at the age of 17. Her presence, her performances and her voice captivated audiences, but this is really a story of triumph over abuse. After she left Ike Turner with noth…

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Raymond Blanc on Professor Nicholas Kurti 27:39

2M ago27:39

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The chef Raymond Blanc nominates his mentor and friend, the physicist Professor Nicholas Kurti.Kurti was born in Hungary but fled to Oxford when Hitler came to power. Pushing the frontiers of low-temperature physics during his career, he went on to create‘molecular gastronomy’ in retirement. Raymond Blanc approached Kurti after a lecture the profes…

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A Journey Through Self-Forgiveness and Love - Kathleen Putta 43:08

2M ago43:08

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In this heart-centered and inspiring episode, host Ipek Williamson welcomes Kathleen Putta—beloved teacher, coach, and document creation guide—whose life journey offers a moving example of transformation through presence, self-love, and service. From her childhood on an Indiana farm filled with movement and joy to decades of teaching physical educa…

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Dervla Murphy, author of the classic Full Tilt 27:38

2M ago27:38

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At the age of 10 Dervla Murphy was given an atlas and a bicycle, and so began an adventurous life. Her account of a journey to India became a classic called Full Tilt but she also went to Cuba, Ethiopia and the Andes where our guest first met her in a doss house. Hilary Bradt is the founder of the Bradt Travel Guides and is picking Dervla Murphy as…

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Ned Ludd mythical leader of the Luddites 27:43

2M ago27:43

27:43

We don't even know if Ned Ludd was real, but perhaps that was the point. "You could say he was everyone and no one - and that's what made him so terrifying for the authorities." Leader of the Luddites, who often signed letters and proclamations Ned Ludd, he is shown in one engraving wearing mismatched shoes and a blue polka dot dress, suggesting a …

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Being Begins with How You Listen - Peter McCammon 45:36

3M ago45:36

45:36

What if the way you listen to yourself could change everything? In this heartfelt and revealing conversation with host Meredith Bell, Peter McCammon explores the depths of self-awareness, self-love, and the radical power of listening with intention. He shares how learning to recognize and soften harsh internal judgments opened up new ways of being …

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Richey Edwards of The Manic Street Preachers 27:40

3M ago27:40

27:40

Richey was, beautiful says Cummins, a natural icon and a gift to photograph. He also believes his writing has been overshadowed by the fact of his disappearance in 1995. "I think nobody has looked beyond that for quite a long time.” Manic Street Preachers biographer, Simon Price, also knew Richey Edwards and says he was "the most intelligent rock s…

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Benny Hill 27:28

3M ago27:28

27:28

Biography show in which the guest picks someone they admire. Benny Hill is a thorny choice but playwright Jonathan Maitland is determined that - despite accusations of sexism and racism later in his career - Britain's most successful comedian deserves a second look. Benny was fired by Thames TV in 1989. "The show was past its sell-by date," was the…

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The Blueprint of Becoming: From Visualization to Victory - Seth Pepper 1:09:01

3M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

What if the very thing you’re trying to avoid—discomfort, failure, resistance—is the key to unlocking your highest potential? In this electrifying episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson welcomes Seth Pepper, a former world-ranked swimmer turned elite mental performance coach, who shares his extraordinary journey from starting compet…

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Maggi Hambling picks muse and lover Henrietta Moraes 27:35

3M ago27:35

27:35

“Henrietta's eyes looked into one's soul at the same time exposing her own. She posed for me most Mondays for the last seven months until two days before she died.” In a raw and very funny opener to the new series of Great Lives, painter and sculptor Maggi Hambling chooses someone she knew extremely well - her lover Henrietta Moraes. Born in India,…

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Harriet Harman on Maria Callas 27:57

3M ago27:57

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The legendary opera star Maria Callas was lauded for her magnetic stage presence and extraordinary vocal range. Born in New York in 1923 to Greek immigrant parents, she moved with her mother and sister to Greece aged 13. In 1939 she attended the Athens Conservatoire where she embarked on a rigorous vocal training in the Italian "bel canto" traditio…

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The Transformative Power of Being Fully Present - Martine Cannon 50:43

3M ago50:43

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How can you connect with someone at the deepest levels? You’ll discover a powerful way in this conversation that host Meredith Bell had with guest Martine Cannon. Martine opens by sharing her own transformative journey, beginning with her discovery of meditation at age 15 and culminating in her impactful work with CEOs on inner transformation. Mart…

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Notes on Spotify 5:24

4M ago5:24

5:24

Hello skillets, Alan here. We’re planning to get back in the studio soon, but in the meantime here’s an update on some issues with Spotify behind the scenes. If you’re not interested in a rant about digital platforms and copyright law, here’s the short version: if you listen to Cast Iron on Spotify, you should move to another app, because we won’t …

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From Self Judgment to Radical Self Love - Melanie Waite 39:11

4M ago39:11

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Melanie Waite shares with Ipek Williamson her transformative journey of self-love, healing, and embracing her true essence in this powerful episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast. From a childhood experience that shaped her self-image for decades to a life-changing breakthrough that allowed her to see herself with new eyes, Melanie's story is a test…

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Kate Raworth on Donella Meadows 27:56

4M ago27:56

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Born in Illinois in 1941, Dana Meadows studied Chemistry and Molecular Biology, before turning her back on a post doc position at Harvard, to pursue environmentalism. She joined her husband Dennis Meadows as part of the team working on Professor Jay Forester's World3 computer model of the world economy at MIT and wrote the report on the results of …

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The Ultimate State of Being: Love in Action - Steve Hardison 55:30

4M ago55:30

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In this unforgettable conversation, co-hosts Meredith Bell and Ipek Williamson explore the profound wisdom of Steve Hardison, whose way of being embodies love in action. Steve shares how love—both for ourselves and others—is the ultimate state of being, shaping every aspect of our lives. Through deep listening, self-forgiveness, and intentional cho…

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Creating a Life That Feels Like You - Ben Depraz-Brenninkmeijer 49:10

5M ago49:10

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Ben Depraz-Brenninkmeijer joins Ipek Williamson on The Ultimate Coach Podcast for a deep and thought-provoking conversation about transformation, resilience, and the power of presence. He shares his fascinating journey—moving from investment banking to coaching, performing as a breakdancer, and eventually translating The Ultimate Coach book into Fr…

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Mark Billingham chooses George Harrison 27:00

5M ago27:00

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George Harrison was a musician, singer and songwriter who became one of the most famous people in the world as one quarter of the Beatles. That alone would merit a place in the Great Lives pantheon, but his work in the decades after the band broke up indicates a man of diverse and arguably underestimated talents. Erupting onto the pop music scene i…

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Jake Arnott on John Gay 27:42

5M ago27:42

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John Gay, eighteenth-century satirist and author of The Beggar's Opera, is nominated by the writer Jake Arnott - whose novels, including The Long Firm and He Kills Coppers, are also set in London's criminal underworld. Editor of Private Eye, Ian Hislop, is the presenter, and Dr Rebecca Bullard of the University of Oxford is on hand to help uncover …

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Trust, Love, and The Ultimate Experience - Judy & Erik Thureson 1:01:49

5M ago1:01:49

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What happens when you say yes to life’s unexpected opportunities? In this episode, Judy and Erik Thureson share their experiences surrounding The Ultimate Experience events with host Meredith Bell. Judy opens with the incredible story of how a Facebook contest led her to a life-changing road trip with Steve Hardison. She talks about the inspiration…

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Ellen E Jones nominates Florynce Kennedy 27:59

5M ago27:59

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One dubbed "the biggest, loudest and indisputably the rudest mouth on the battleground", Florynce Kennedy was a force to be reckoned with. She was a lawyer, a vocal figure in the American civil rights and feminist movements of the 1960s and '70s, and a champion of numerous other causes besides; from legalising abortion to campaigning for sex-worker…

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A N Wilson selects Johann Wolfgang von Goethe 27:47

6M ago27:47

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"I've chosen him because I think he was possibly the most interesting human being who has ever lived". A N Wilson Born in the middle of the 18th century in Frankfurt, Goethe went on to become the pre-eminent figure in German literature. As well as writing plays and poetry (including Faust) he was a statesman, a scientist, an artist and a critic. Qu…

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Valentine’s Special: Finding Purpose Through Love and Loss - David Walsh 55:45

6M ago55:45

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In this deeply moving episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, David Walsh shares his extraordinary journey of love, loss, and purpose. He takes us back to the serendipitous moment when he met his beloved wife, Lena—a chance encounter that blossomed into a profound connection. Their story, filled with beautiful memories and heartfelt moments, unfolds…

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Jessica Fostekew on Boudica 27:44

6M ago27:44

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"The Queen Boadicea, standing loftily charioted, Brandishing in her hand a dart and rolling glances lioness-like, Yell'd and shriek'd between her daughters in her fierce volubility": so wrote Alfred, Lord Tennyson in the 19th Century, celebrating the story of an ancient English warrior queen who sparked a brutal and bloody rebellion against Roman r…

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Reginald D Hunter selects Eugene V Debs 27:41

6M ago27:41

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Eugene Victor Debs, born 1855 in Indiana USA, was a railway worker, a trade unionist and a five time candidate for the presidency. He was imprisoned during the First World War for sedition. He'd urged resistance to the draft; President Woodrow Wilson called him a traitor to the nation, but Debs still ran for the presidency in 1920. His sentence was…

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Shifting Perspectives and Releasing Judgments on the Journey of Being - Townsend Wardlaw 52:36

6M ago52:36

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In this episode with host Meredith Bell, Townsend Wardlaw shares his journey from consulting to coaching, revealing the profound shift in how he works with clients. He discusses the unique fulfillment coaching brings, as it empowers individuals to uncover their own solutions and embrace new perspectives. Hear how transformative experiences with ren…

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Pen Hadow nominates Sir Peter Scott 27:48

6M ago27:48

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"Make the boy interested in natural history," wrote Captain Scott from his tent in the Antarctic. He was talking about his son, three year old Peter Scott, whom he never saw again and who went on to found the Wildfowl and Wetland Trust and campaign against the hunting of whales. The son also designed the panda logo for the Wold Wide Fund for Nature…

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Lauren Cuthbertson on Margot Fonteyn 28:06

7M ago28:06

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Margot Fonteyn was an icon: a ballerina who helped build and indeed embodied the traditional image of a dancer, just as the artform was finding its feet on the British cultural scene. From humble beginnings she became an international star, enjoying a dazzling career with the Royal Ballet, a glamorous social life as a diplomat’s wife, and an electr…

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Four Steps to Live a Magical Life - Wayne Hoffman 45:57

7M ago45:57

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In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson sits down with Wayne Hoffman, one of the world’s top mentalists, an award-winning performer, keynote speaker, and author of Mind Candy. Wayne shares his captivating journey from a childhood fascination with magic to becoming a global entertainer and speaker, blending psychology, sociolo…

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Dr Hannah Critchlow picks Professor Colin Blakemore 27:59

7M ago27:59

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Professor Colin Blakemore was a famous communicator of science, the youngest ever Reith lecturer on the BBC. He was also targeted by members of the animal rights movement, which sent bombs and letters lined with razor blades to his home address. Born in 1944 and brought up in Coventry, Colin Blakemore was committed to brain research and the connect…

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Doug Allan on Captain Jacques Cousteau 28:07

7M ago28:07

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Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau was an oceanographer, filmmaker and explorer who made the seas a subject of fascination for millions. During his time in the French Navy, Cousteau co-invented the Aqua-Lung: the first self-contained kit that allowed a diver to breathe underwater. This and his fascination with capturing images of the subaquatic world pa…

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Creating Impossible Futures - Dr. Johannes Metzler 46:40

7M ago46:40

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What if the way you think about yourself and who you are—i.e., your Identity—is all made up? And what if calling something “impossible” is simply a reflection of a self-imposed limitation and not reality? Join host Meredith Bell as she explores the answers to these intriguing questions with guest Dr. Johannes Metzler. Johannes shares how he works w…

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Exploring Impactful Lessons from a Year of Conversations - Meredith Bell & Ipek Williamson 55:32

8M ago55:32

55:32

In this special 2024 year-end episode, co-hosts of The Ultimate Coach Podcast Meredith Bell and Ipek Williamson come together to close the year by looking back at the wisdom and inspiration shared on the podcast throughout the past year. This special conversation offers a unique twist as they take turns "interviewing" each other, sharing personal i…

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Creating an Empathetic World, One Child at a Time - vicki abadesco! 42:29

8M ago42:29

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In this inspiring episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson welcomes the incredible vicki abadesco!, an internationally recognized leader in social-emotional learning and empathy-based education. As the co-founder of Soul Shoppe, a nonprofit focused on empowering young people and adults with essential life skills, vicki! shares how her…

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Using Systems to Create a Life That Works - Trevor Timbeck 53:14

9M ago53:14

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Sometimes we resort to “amateur psychology” when an area of our life isn’t going the way we’d like. It’s natural to ask WHY and look for answers that often lead to some version of “What’s wrong with me?” What if you could replace that thinking with a new system focused on actions that explore possibilities? In this episode, host Meredith Bell discu…

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Forged in Fire - Olga Kovářová Campora 59:28

9M ago59:28

59:28

In this profound episode, Olga Campora shares her inspiring journey from growing up in communist Czechoslovakia to becoming a transformational coach dedicated to empowering men in the United States. She reflects on the influence of her mother’s unwavering support and the mentorship she received from a Czech yogi who opened her eyes to the limitless…

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The Evolution of the Being Movement - Eric Lofholm 42:31

10M ago42:31

42:31

To celebrate the 100th episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, we knew that Eric Lofholm would be the perfect guest. And he was! Eric is the one who got The Being Movement started when he set up The Ultimate Coach Facebook group in late 2021, right after The Ultimate Coach book was published. Eric kicks off the conversation with host Meredith Bell b…

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34: Trivium – In the Court of the Dragon 1:11:58

10M ago1:11:58

1:11:58

Lewis and Alan are here to destroy you, they’re here to avenge – in the court of the dragon they descend. Further Listening Alan Machine Head – Unto the Locust Unearth – The Wretched; The Ruinous Lewis Slipknot – Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) Soulfly – EnslavedBy Lewis Clark & Alan Williamson

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Transformative Leadership and the Power of Presence - Raghav Parkash 32:48

10M ago32:48

32:48

In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Raghav Parkash shares how his late grandfather and Steve Hardison profoundly influenced his life. A pivotal childhood moment, where his grandfather saw potential in his ability to argue, left a lasting impact, shaping Raghav's journey into leadership, coaching, and politics. His story serves as a remin…

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Creating Epic Relationships - Heather Quick 49:20

10M ago49:20

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What if you saw yourself as a source of gold in the world, especially when it comes to creating strong relationships? Very likely you’d uplevel the way you see others, listen to them, and speak to them. In this powerful conversation between guest Heather Quick and host Meredith Bell, you’ll hear valuable ideas for creating yourself by first creatin…

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Ekow Eshun on the first openly gay footballer, Justin Fashanu 27:47

11M ago27:47

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In 1981 Brian Clough paid £1 million pounds to bring Justin Fashanu to Nottingham Forest. It was the climax of a meteoric career, but within months the goals had dried up, he'd been going to gay nightclubs, and Fashanu had also become become a born again Christian. Four decades later Justin Fashanu remains top flight English football's only openly …

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Anneka Rice picks the largely forgotten Jane Morris, muse to Rossetti and wife of William Morris 27:46

11M ago27:46

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The biography show where famous guests picks someone they admire or love. Jane Morris was the wife of William Morris and muse of Gabriel Dante Rossetti. Anneka Rice believes her contribution to 19th-Century art and culture has been largely overlooked. "I'm not a big fan of needle point," she says, "but we cannot ignore what she brings to art histor…

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Being Present Through Noticing - Will Keiper 1:09:33

11M ago1:09:33

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In this episode, Will Keiper shares his profound journey through life’s challenges, focusing on the significance of noticing and how it has transformed his approach to both his personal and professional life. He discusses his upcoming book, The Power of Noticing, which began as a simple exploration of awareness and grew into a deeply personal accou…

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