Best Jess Sherlock Podcasts (2025)

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From Theater School to Solopreneur to Product Analyst: This is Amanda's Story 1:12:02

2d ago1:12:02

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Meet Amanda - She's a SHINE alum who felt lost in her Product career but found the courage to test out a stint as an entrepreneur, then take an unexpected (but perfect!) role once she got clear on her unique career vision. She's an absolute star and it was so fun to catch up and hear how her new job has been going. We talk about: How she transition…

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How to sound more strategic 17:31

9d ago17:31

17:31

You know you need to be more strategic to grow as a Product Manager, but not sure what that actually means in practice? You don't want to miss this episode. I cover the three most common mistakes I see PM's make that hold them back: Not staying updated on market and industry trends Failing to think long-term and big-picture Lacking the ability to s…

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PlanningxChange 133: Five Decades in City Planning: A Conversation with Peter O’Leary 47:50

13d ago47:50

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In this episode of PlanningXchange, we speak with Peter O’Leary, whose planning career spans an impressive five decades. Peter began his journey in the mid-1970s as a cadet in local government, rising through the ranks to senior management. He later moved into the private sector before serving over 11 years as a Tribunal Member at VCAT, where he pr…

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Why you should have a vision for your career 32:18

16d ago32:18

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You have a vision for your product, so shouldn't you have one for your career? A clear, compelling, personal career vision helps you say yes to the right things so you can move closer to your definition of success, FASTER. In this episode, I share real stories about how a career vision helped me and one of my clients leverage opportunities that we …

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Listen to this before your leave your current PM job 17:59

23d ago17:59

17:59

Don't wait until you're job searching to capture accomplishments, work samples, and success metrics related to what you've been working on. Getting into a habit of documenting your successes can not only help you prepare you for a future job search, it can ALSO be an early signal if you're not growing in your PM career. Bonus: This episode includes…

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Why Asking for "Alignment" is a Mistake 17:41

30d ago17:41

17:41

In this episode, I show you a better way to get alignment quickly so you can make better decisions, faster. The 'Safe to Try' approach is one of my go-to techniques for decision-making and has been an immediate level up for so many of the Product Managers I have coached over the years. If you're feeling stuck on a project or can't quite figure out …

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How to Job Search in a "Bad" Market (without burning out) 24:02

1M ago24:02

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LinkedIn will convince you that the job market for Product Managers is at an absolute standstill. Good news - that's not the full story. The current job market is tricky, yes, but there ARE techniques that are working for job searchers and I break them all down in this episode: The importance of having a clear job search strategy Avoiding the pitfa…

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PlanningxChange 132: How AI Is Transforming City Planning - with Scott Matheson 53:16

1M ago53:16

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In this episode of PlanningXchange, we speak with Scott Matheson, Head of Planning at MyLot, an Australian AI technology company focused on simplifying the planning process for councils and communities. With a background in statutory planning across local government, consultancies, and the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning, Scott bring…

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How to Make a Great Impression in a PM Interview 7:06

1M ago7:06

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A little prep and a dash of initiative goes a long way. In this episode, I share a story about a candidate who didn’t just say they were excited about the role I was hiring for - they showed it. They managed to get a demo account of my company's hard-to-access enterprise SaaS app and come to the interview with actual insight and questions. This per…

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117 - Shakespeare's Julius Caesar (with Jess Perkins and Kirsty Webeck) 1:25:05

2M ago1:25:05

1:25:05

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read William Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Julius Caesar. Lending me their ears and picking up a few nicknames along the way is Jess Perkins and Kirsty Webeck. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo Instagram: @b…

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My Top 5 Tips for Standing Out in PM Interviews 19:51

2M ago19:51

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These five tips can be applied to every single interview you may encounter as a PM - the recruiter screen, the hiring manager interview, a panel interview, or even the case. I give this advice so often that I finally wanted to capture it in a podcast so you can apply it in your own job search. I talk about: Winning the easy stuff Being authenticall…

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Why learning SQL is a waste of time (and what to do instead) 36:23

2M ago36:23

36:23

There's no "perfect" set of skills for a Product Manager. By definition, product management is a generalist role and the most important skills you need at any given time will vary based on your product, your team, and your tech stack. Instead of trying to become an expert in every skill (which, c'mon, is cray cray!), I'll talk you through what I re…

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116 - Wake In Fright (with Cass Paige and Grace Jarvis) 1:54:24

2M ago1:54:24

1:54:24

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read Wake In Fright. Hearing all about Kenneth Cook's harrowing outback Aussie tale is Grace Jarvis and Cass Paige. Content Warning: There are some full on parts to this story that are all discussed briefly but the novel includes suicide, sexual assault and animal abuse. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https…

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From EMT to BA to Sr Product Manager: This is Yolanda's Journey 1:27:24

2M ago1:27:24

1:27:24

Meet Yolanda - She's a SPRINT alum who leveraged the program to land her first official Product Manager title after nearly 10 years working in and around software teams. She's one of the kindest, most ambitious Product Managers I know and it was a joy to reconnect with her. 🫶 If you're trying to transition into Product Management or you're on the j…

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PlanningxChange 131: Alfonso Morales + Edna Ely-Ledesma: Public Markets 1:03:06

2M ago1:03:06

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In this episode of PlanningXchange, we speak with Professor Alfonso Morales and Edna Ely-Ledesma of the University of Wisconsin-Madson about the unique and often overlooked role of public markets in shaping vibrant, inclusive urban environments. Drawing on their research and on-the-ground experience, they share insights into how markets serve not j…

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How to Tell If You're Growing as a PM (regardless of your job title) 30:21

3M ago30:21

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Confused by all the different Product Manager titles? 😵‍💫 Not sure which job titles to target in your job search? 😩 Unclear on how to get a promotion to Sr. Product Manager or higher? 😰 This episode is for you! 🫶 I decode everything there is to know about growth in your product management career, regardless of job title! What is standard in product…

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115 - The Day of The Triffids (with Nick Mason and Mr. Sunday Movies) 1:41:55

3M ago1:41:55

1:41:55

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read The Day of The Triffids. Hearing all about John Wyndham's post apocalyptic classic is Nick Mason and James Clement (Mr. Sunday Movies) from The Weekly Planet podcast. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo …

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Better together: The Story Behind the Acquisition of SPRINT & SCALE 1:41:42

3M ago1:41:42

1:41:42

Today we have a very special guest on the show! Blair Presley is joining us - she is the original creator of the SPRINT and SCALE programs. ICYMI: in October 2024, I officially acquired the SPRINT and SCALE programs as the absolute perfect compliments to my SHINE program for Product Managers. Many of you have been asking for the deets on how this a…

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2025 Product Management Job Market Rundown 17:05

3M ago17:05

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Stuck in your product management job search? I gotchu. 🫶 Here's my insider take on the current job market, including 5 ESSENTIAL tips to increase your chances of success. ✨ Plus, I've includes 4 bonus insights about hybrid roles and the evolving product interview process you'll only get here. Have a question? Send me a text Connect with me on Linke…

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114 - I Capture The Castle (with Bec Petraitis and Adam Carnevale) 1:52:37

3M ago1:52:37

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On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read I Capture The Castle. Hearing all about Dodie Smith's coming of age classic is Adam Carnevale and Bec Petraitis. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo Instagram: @bookcheatpod Facebook: @bookcheatpod Twitt…

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How I (Accidentally) Landed in Product Management 30:31

3M ago30:31

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Think your journey into product management is unique? Join the club! 😜 Most of us (myself included) have had a unique path into Product. Hear about my journey and learn 3 MAJOR takeaways that will help you advance successfully on your own path in product management. Have a question? Send me a text Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jess-s…

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Introducing AFTER THE CERT! 1:15

3M ago1:15

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Let me guess… you got the certification, you took the course, maybe you even have the PM title – but you still feel stuck in your Product Management career? It’s not just you, I hear it from product folks literally every day. I’m Jess Sherlock and I’m a Product Management Career Coach. Over the last decade, I built and led product teams at a handfu…

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PlanningxChange 130 - Inside the Mind of a Developer: A Conversation with Max Shifman 57:14

3M ago57:14

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In PX130 our guest is Max Shifman, Chief Executive Officer of Intrapac Property, one of Australia's most respected private developers. Max brings a wealth of experience to the discussion, having worked across master-planned communities, regional housing projects, and complex urban redevelopments mainly along Australia’s eastern seaboard. His backgr…

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113 - The Postman Always Rings Twice (with AJ and Dane Simpson) 1:26:23

4M ago1:26:23

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On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read The Postman Always Rings Twice. Hearing all about James M. Cain's 1934 crime/hardboiled classic is Dane Simpson and AJ from Cult Popture. See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave Warneke Dates The Entire Audience in Melbourne and Sydney: https://linktr.ee/davewarneke Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://…

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112 - We Have Always Lived In The Castle (with Cameron James and Jordan Barr) 1:20:54

4M ago1:20:54

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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read We Have Always Lived In The Castle. Hearing all about Shirley Jackson's classic gothic novel is Cameron James and Jordan Barr. See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave Warneke Dates The Entire Audience in Melbourne and Sydney: https://linktr.ee/davewarneke Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/…

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PlanningxChange 129: Charter Cities in the Developing World with Jeffrey Mason 54:06

4M ago54:06

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In PX129 our guest is Jeffrey Mason of the Charter Cities Institute. Jeffrey joined CCI as a Researcher in 2019. His research interests include urban economics, structural transformation, special economic zones, and technology ecosystems. He has worked on policy advisory projects in Nigeria, Tanzania, Zambia, and Honduras, among other countries. Pr…

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111 - Tarzan of the Apes (with Sammy Petersen and Ting Lim) 1:01:48

5M ago1:01:48

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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read Tarzan of the Apes. Hearing all about the Edgar Rice Burroughs' original Tarzan story is Sammy Petersen and Ting Lim. Recorded live at Podfest, part of Writers Week at the Adelaide Festival 2025. See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave Warneke Dates The Entire Audience in Melbourne and Sydney: https://linkt…

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110 - Huckleberry Finn (with Matt Stewart and Maren May) 1:46:32

5M ago1:46:32

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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Hearing all about Mark Twain's classic is Matt Stewart and Maren May. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/ See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave War…

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PlanningxChange 128: Emergent Tokyo: Designing the Spontaneous City (author Jorge Almazan) 57:58

5M ago57:58

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In PX128 our guest is architect and author Jorge Almazan. Jorge is a Tokyo-based architect and associate professor at Keio University. He holds a degree in architecture from the Polytechnic University of Madrid and a PhD from the Tokyo Institute of Technology. His practice focuses on ecologically responsible and socially inclusive design, ranging f…

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109 - Sherlock Holmes, The Sign of The Four (with Bron Lewis and Sammy Petersen) 1:38:58

6M ago1:38:58

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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Sign of The Four by Arthur Conan Doyle. Hearing all about this Sherlock Holmes (and horny Dr Watson) story is Bron Lewis and Sammy Petersen. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/ S…

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PlanningxChange 127: Derham Groves - Sherlock Holmes and good City Making etc 50:33

6M ago50:33

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In PX127 our guest is architect, former academic and author Dr Derham Groves. He studied architecture at Deakin University and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology and art history at the University of Minnesota. He taught architecture at RMIT from 1985 to 1997 and the University of Melbourne from 1999 to 2019 and was a Senior Fellow in the F…

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108 - The Call of The Wild (with Adam Carnevale and Jackson Baly) 1:18:36

6M ago1:18:36

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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Call of The Wild. Joining him to hear all about Jack London's classic adventure story is Adam Carnevale and Jackson Baly from Sanspants Radio. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/…

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PlanningxChange 126: Key to the City - How Zoning Shapes Our World: Sara Bronin 51:45

7M ago51:45

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Our guest is Sara Bronin a Mexican-American architect and attorney whose interdisciplinary research focuses on how law and policy can foster more equitable, sustainable, well-designed, and connected places. She is the author of Key to the City: How Zoning Shapes Our World, and she founded and directs the National Zoning Atlas, which aims to digitiz…

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107 - Dracula, Part Two (with Jackson Baly and Cass Paige) 1:11:00

7M ago1:11:00

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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read the second half of Dracula. Hearing all about the thrilling conclusion to Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants radio. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfes…

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PlanningxChange Episode 125 - PX turns 10, reflections and an Ai Review 38:08

7M ago38:08

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In this episode, Jess and Pete reflect on the tenth anniversary of the PlanningxChange podcast. This discussion occurs before an Ai review of the planningxchange podcast series. A rather indulgent episode to mark the anniversary! For podcast extra / culture corner, Jess recommends making pizzas at home with the family. Her New Year resolution is to…

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106 - Dracula, Part One (with Cass Paige and Jackson Baly) 1:20:33

8M ago1:20:33

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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read the first half of Dracula. Hearing all about (well, the first 12 chapters) of Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants radio. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/po…