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DEDx - Ideas worth binningOutput not hours - 4 day work weekIs the traditional 5-day work week overdue for retirement? In this episode, John and Anna dive into the world of reduced working hours with academic psychologist Charlotte Rae, who leads the Sussex Four-Day Week Project. The trio explores the growing momentum behind the 4-day week movement, backed by robust data on well-being, productivity, and job satisfaction.With a mix of personal stories, hard evidence, and challenging questions, they unpack whether this shift is just a nice idea—or a future-defining evolution in how we work....
2025-09-2940 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningFailure: Not Just for Tech BrosAnna and John explore the surprisingly rich terrain of failure—why it matters, when it’s useful, and how to distinguish the constructive kind from the kind that should never happen twice. Along the way, they share personal stories (including one involving 100 golf balls and a tractor), challenge the romanticised tech-world narrative of "failing fast," and consider what failure looks like in everyday organisations.Key Topics DiscussedThe different types of failure—avoidable errors vs. intelligent experimentsWhy failure is still...
2025-07-2220 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningIs Imposter Syndrome a Myth?This week on Ded X, Anna and John tackle Impostor Syndrome with coach Catherine AndrewsThe Big Idea:Catherine declares it's not a syndrome. She argues that "impostor phenomenon" was coined by researchers Clance and Imes in 1978, based on observations of high-achieving women doubting their success. The "syndrome" part, Catherine suggests, might be a rebranding by the leadership development industry.Key Takeaways:Syndrome vs. Phenomenon: Catherine views it as a common human experience, not...
2025-07-1032 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningFamily culture at work - good idea?In this episode of DEDx, we explore the controversial concept of organisations as families. Can work be a surrogate family, and what does that mean for employees? We examine the benefits and risks of family-style business cultures. John and the host share insights on whether this approach helps—or harms.Key Topics Discussed:What is a Family Culture in the Workplace?We begin by defining what a family culture looks like. Values like empathy, care, and respect are central, aiming to fo...
2025-04-3021 min
Danny MansfieldTropi Sessions #180 Hosts by Danny MansfieldTropi Sessions #180 Tracklist
1. Adam Ellis, Dettech & Kate Louise Smith - We Gather [NOCTURNAL KNIGHTS MUSIC]
2. Alan Morris - The Other Side (Extended Mix) [TRANSISTIC]
3. Amos & Riot Night & Lucy Starr – Calling Out For You (Extended Mix)[FSOE]
4. Anna Lee - Silver Coast (Extended Mix) [EXTREMA GLOBAL MUSIC]
5. Ferry Corsten & Ruben de Ronde pres. NRG2000 - New Inner Way (Extended Mix) [FLASHOVER RECORDINGS]
6. Armin van Buuren & Gryffin - What Took You So Long (Extended Mix) [ARMADA MUSIC]
7. Bas van den Eijken vs. Myde - The Katla Breathe Fire (Extended Mix) [FUTURE SEQUENCE]
8. C6 & NOFF Feat. Jennifer Rene - Torn (Extended Mix) [AVA WH...
2025-03-073h 15DEDx - Ideas worth binningThe end of team building?In this episode of DEDx, hosts Anna and John, along with guest Andy Perkins, explore the concept of team building. They delve into whether traditional team-building activities should be embraced or discarded. Andy, with over 30 years in the Learning and Development industry, shares his extensive experience with team-building events, questioning their long-term effectiveness and value. The discussion transitions to the alternative of data-driven team development, which focuses on sustainable and measurable growth. The episode critically examines the high costs, inclusivity issues, and authentic impact of team-building activities while advocating fo...
2025-03-0328 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningThe Job Interview - What is your favourite vegetable?Episode Overview: In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most common hiring practices: the job interview. Is it the best way to decide who to hire, or is it time for a change? We’ll explore the history of interviews, their effectiveness, and why they might not always be the best tool for hiring decisions.Key Topics:The Interview ProcessWe discuss the most widely used interview types today—behavioral and lightly structured interviews—and whether they’re as effective as we think they are.The Historical ContextWhere did intervie...
2025-02-1531 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningFeedback - A Gift?DEDx - Feedback - A Gift?IntroductionIs feedback a gift or a burden? Employees often don’t get enough, dislike it, or don’t know how to use it.What Is Feedback?Evaluation of performance to reveal blind spots. But it’s tricky—bias, emotions, and context play a role.Personal ExperiencesNegative feedback lingers, but it’s just one perspective.Effective feedback is direct, caring, and constructive.Cultural norms shape how we give/receive feedback.What Makes Feedback W...
2025-02-0521 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningPsychometrics: more than a horoscope?Episode Summary: In this episode of DEDx, Anna and John are joined by William McKee to discuss the relevance and validity of psychometric testing in the workplace. They explore whether psychometric testing is a DEDx, an idea worth binning, or if it has redeeming features that justify its use.What are we talking about? Overview of psychometric testing and its intended purposes.The distinction between psychometric tools and simple surveys.Where can this go wrong - the criticisms and limitations of psychometric testing...
2024-10-0230 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningMeetings: Hub of productivity or waste of time?Meetings: Hub of productivity or waste of time?Quote of the Episode:"Why spend 30 hours a week in meetings when you could be using that time to actually get work done?" Call to Action:Have a look at your own calendar—are there meetings you could cut or optimize? Share your thoughts on what makes a meeting truly valuable by tagging us on social media using #DEDxPodcast.Episode Summary:In this episode of DEDx, John and Anna dive into the con...
2024-08-2025 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningMeritocracy - The illusion of fairness?Episode Title: DEDx - Meritocracy: Dedx or not!The idea that a meritocracy exists is a contentious one. Certainly it is a seductive idea, to suggest that the best people rise to the top in any field. But is there any evidence that it truly exists? This podcast features an intriguing discussion about the relevance of the idea of meritocracy in today's world.What are we talking about?Meritocracy is defined as the practice of judging and rating individuals based on their performance, with the belief that...
2024-07-3115 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningBring Your Whole Self to Work: Empowering or terrifying?Show Notes: Whole selfBringing Your Whole Self to Work: A brilliant concept or lunacy?Since Mike Robbins' TED Talk and subsequent book in 2018, the idea of bringing your whole self to work come up throughout organisational life. In this podcast, we get under the skin of the idea, evaluate it, and recommend whether it’s something we should embrace or an idea to bin. Highlights: What are we talking abou...
2024-03-0618 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningHigh Performing Teams: Do they exist at work?The high-performing team: an idea to keep, or a DedX?In this DEDx podcast episode we explore the concept of high-performing teams. What are we talking about in this context, what value does this idea offer, and is this the right way to think about teams in your organisation? Is the idea one that has merit, or a DedX: an idea worth binning?Highlights: What do we mean when we talk about high-performance teams? Teams that meet or exceed external expectations are usually output-focused.A...
2024-03-0219 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningYearly Performance Review: Love it or hate it?Performance Review - Love It or Hate itIn this episode we take a long, cold look at the effectiveness and relevance of annual performance appraisals. Are they a value add - they certainly take a lot of time and energy, or are they past their sell by date, and there’s a better way?Highlights:What are we talking about? The idea of the performance appraisal began in the early 1900s with Frederick Taylor's efficiency studies. Given the focus on productivity, it evolved, properly taking hold in...
2024-03-0224 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningLeader as Coach or Everyone as Coach?Leader as coachIn this podcast we dive into the question of whether leaders should adopt coaching as a methodology for working with their teams. Is it time to finally get rid of ‘command and control’ for good, and be more curious about those you work with? Is the leader being a coach for the team a great idea, or an idea worth binning? And is there a better way?Highlights:The question of leader as coach was first brought up in an HBR article (2019) by Herm...
2024-03-0215 minDEDx - Ideas worth binningTime Management: The Cure-All?Time Management - The cure-all or DedxDive into the world of time management with us as we debate its place in modern business. Is it a tool for productivity or an outdated concept?Highlights:Understanding Time Management: We dissect time management into planning, prioritizing, and performing, questioning its efficacy in enhancing productivity.Misconceptions: Often confused with organizational skills, time management promises much but delivers little in terms of real productivity gains.Effectiveness and Alternatives: We challenge...
2024-02-2123 min
WetwiredEpisode 45: Royal Frauds feat Karl MamerIn the hallowed tradition of Anna Sorokin and former US representative George Santos, and all the other people claiming to be something they’re not, there’s a thriving class of people claiming to have royal blood.
Like the guy from Colorado who claimed to be the King of England, or the other guy from Maryland who claims to be King of the Isle of Man, and essentially everyone who’s ever claimed to be a Romanov.
We’re talking about a few of the greater and lesser known fakes and frauds. Leading us on our tour of pretenders to thrones...
2023-12-231h 02
Business TalksPT2 | Becoming a partner and the importance of a successful mindsetThis is the second episode exploring the topic of becoming a partner with Anna Wesson from Samsas, a business that provides professional leadership and management coaching.In this episode we discuss the area of business cases when looking to become a partner, and Jamie Lane shares his personal experience of the process.For more Business Talks Podcasts, head to: www.saffery.com/insights/podcasts/ Saffery official website Visit saffery.com Follow Saffery online LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saffery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saffery...
2023-08-1620 minBusiness TalksPT1 | Becoming a partner and the importance of a successful mindsetIn this podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Anna Wesson from Samsas, a business that provides professional leadership and management coaching.We speak to Anna about the route to becoming a partner, and the mindset needed to be successful. This includes the key cultural and psychological considerations to take on board when joining a partnership.This is the first part of a two part special on the topic, the second of which will be available in due course.For more Business Talks Podcasts, head to: www.saffery.com/insights/p...
2023-08-0220 min
Channel Your EnthusiasmChapter Eleven: Regulation of Acid-Base Balance, part 1ReferencesWe considered the effect of a high protein diet and potential metabolic acidosis on kidney function. This review is of interest by Donald Wesson, a champion for addressing this issue and limiting animal protein: Mechanisms of Metabolic Acidosis-Induced Kidney Injury in Chronic Kidney DiseaseHostetter explored the effect of a high protein diet in the remnant kidney model with 1 ¾ nephrectomy. Rats with reduced dietary acid load (by bicarbonate supplementation) had less tubular damage. Chronic effects of dietary protein in the rat with intact and reduced renal massWesson explored treatment of metabolic a...
2023-02-131h 37
in-conversation with ...Circular Cosmetics: Hair CareThe road to a circular cosmetics industry is fraught with challenges on both the manufacturing and consumption sides of the equation.
One only has to look at the ‘hair care’ category to understand that 80% of ‘waste’ is produced from consumption, not production.
But as gatekeepers to the industry, how can R&D, production, marketing, and retail teams work together to mitigate the ‘hair care’ category’s environmental footprint?
This month
Audrey Wesson Corporate Sustainability Manager at INOLEX
Mallory Huron Beauty & Wellness Strategist at Fashion Snoops
Dr Terence Chung Founder of FRUU...
2023-01-311h 11
Weltverbesserer96 Say it out loudInterview mit Margit Sander und Diana Gantner
Die Sprecher- und Kommunikationsagentur Sayitoutloud, möchte denjenigen, die sich für Nachhaltigkeit und Soziales engagieren, Gehör verschaffen - damit ihre Botschaften nicht länger auf taube Ohren stoßen, sondern direkt ins Herz treffen.
Margit, Ihr seid alles professionelle Sprecher, die eins vereint: Ihr wollt mit Euren Stimmen dazu beitragen, die Welt ein Stück besser zu machen.
Hier geht es zu Say it out loud:
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2021-06-2950 min
Colla VoceEpisode 2 - Michelle Alexander, The Versatile VoiceIn this episode, Austin actress and educator Michelle Alexander reflects on her journey as a Black artist, especially her roles in ZACH Theatre’s production of Anna Deveare Smith’s Notes from the Field. Host - Adam RobertsGuest - Michelle AlexanderEditor - Riley WessonGraphic Designer - Scott FergusonVoice Memos Theme Music Composer - J. Quinton JohnsonA close-captioned version of this episode can be found here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2021-03-251h 02
The Supernatural Virgin4.06: Pinheads, Pencil Pushers & Pulp FictionPinheads, Pencil Pushers & Pulp Fiction: Season 4 crashes into the second half of the season, and we meet Chuck, Zachariah and bid Uriel a less than fond farewell (at least, for now)! How persuasive can Anna be? Spoiler: She gets her point across.Winchester or Smith & Wesson? Spoiler: You have to ask?Is Chuck a cruel, cruel, capricious God? Spoiler: Hold my beer....Welcome to the world of Angels, Demons, and underground publishers (they published Bugs...) as we delve deeper into the madness of Season 4. There will be questions. There might be a...
2020-10-021h 05
Werk It: The PodcastHow I Make It: There Goes The NeighborhoodThe team behind There Goes the Neighborhood, a series that explores gentrification in Brooklyn and Los Angeles, talks about how they turned a complex topic into a gripping story. With, WNYC’s Rebecca Carroll, KCRW’s Anna Scott and Celeste Wesson.
This podcast is the ICYMI, best-of version of Werk It. Both the festival and the podcast are produced by WNYC Studios and are made possible by a grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting with additional support from The Annenberg Foundation. Event sponsors include Cole Haan, M.A.C. Cosmetics, and ThirdLove.com.
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2017-11-3048 min