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‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin008 What It Takes: Jeroen van de Waal, CEO & Founder BlueBeat Group – 'Work-Life Flow'🎙️What It Takes – Episode 008: Jeroen van de Waal – 'Work-Life Flow' In this episode of What It Takes, we’re joined by Jeroen van de Waal – mechanical engineer turned global CEO, and now a passionate ocean conservationist, educator, and CEO and founder of the BlueBeat Group.After a decade leading multinational companies in Asia, Jeroen took a bold step away from conventional success to focus on what matters most: protecting our oceans and inspiring the next generation to take action. Now, through his ventures including OrcaNation and The Reef Company, he’s building a global movement arou...2025-07-181h 03
‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin007 What It Takes: Hugo Mitchell-Heggs MBE – 'Normalising The Extraordinary ' 🎙️ What It Takes – Episode 007: Hugo Mitchell-Heggs MBE – 'Normalising The Extraordinary 'In this episode of What It Takes, we’re joined by Hugo Mitchell-Heggs MBE, Royal Navy Marine Engineering Officer, submariner, and founder of HMS Oardacious – the fastest serving military team to row across the Atlantic Ocean.With 15 years spent operating nuclear reactors and ship systems on submarines in some of the world’s most extreme environments, Hugo’s story is one of extraordinary endurance. Twice rowing the Atlantic Ocean—facing towering waves, capsizes, salt sores, and sleep deprivation—he’s pushed physical and mental limits t...2025-07-041h 06
‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin006 What It Takes: Tom Whittle, Founder of Mission – ' Becoming Incredibly Comfortable With Failure '🎙️ What It Takes – Episode 006: Tom Whittle, Founder of Mission – 'Becoming Incredibly Comfortable With Failure 'In this episode of What It Takes, we’re joined by Tom Whittle, the record-breaking adventurer and founder of Mission – the natural energy drinks brand fuelling everyone from Premier League clubs to Formula One drivers.Tom’s story is far from ordinary. He left a Magic Circle law career behind to cycle the length of South America (12,500km in 300 days), followed by 17 marathons in 10 days – a journey that led to a Guinness World Record and the discovery that would spark Mission’s...2025-06-2758 min
‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin005 What It Takes: Chris & Jess, Co-Founders of Vizzy – ‘Polite Persistence’🎙️ What It Takes – Episode 005: Chris & Jess Woodward-Jones, Co-Founders of Vizzy – ‘Polite Persistence’In this episode of What It Takes, we’re joined by Chris and Jess Woodward-Jones, the dynamic husband-and-wife team behind Vizzy – a platform transforming the way early career talent is seen and hired.With backgrounds in consultancy, marketing, and change management, Chris and Jess share the story of how they built Vizzy to bring the CV into the 21st century – helping people express who they really are, and enabling businesses to hire based on potential, not just experience.From the importance of energy in leadership...2025-06-031h 06
‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin004 What It Takes : Sir Clive Woodward – 'Passion for Knowledge' What It Takes – Episode 004: Sir Clive Woodward – 'Passion for Knowledge'In this episode of What It Takes, we sit down with Sir Clive Woodward, the visionary coach who led England to their historic 2003 Rugby World Cup victory. A former international player turned pioneering leader, Sir Clive shares insights into the mindset, preparation, and innovation that propelled his team to the pinnacle of world rugby.Beyond the pitch, Sir Clive has applied his principles of high performance to roles such as Director of Sport for Team GB and as a consultant in business and leadership. His unw...2025-05-161h 06
‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin003 What It Takes : Dr. Sherylle Calder, Sports Scientist - 'Maintain Forever Learning'🎙️ What It Takes – Episode 003: Dr Sherylle Calder, Sports Scientist – “Maintain Forever Learning”In this episode of What It Takes, we speak with Dr Sherylle Calder, renowned sports scientist and creator of EyeGym – a groundbreaking programme that trains visual and cognitive performance for athletes and professionals alike.A former international hockey player with a PhD in visual performance, Dr Calder has worked with elite teams across rugby, cricket, golf,Formula 1. She's the only woman to have worked with the All Blacks, South Africa, and English rugby team, helping the latter two win World Cups i...2025-05-0254 min
‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin002 What It Takes : Baroness Nicky Morgan - 'It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint'🎙️ In this episode of What It Takes, we're joined by The Right Honourable the Baroness Morgan of Cotes (Nicky Morgan) – a former Cabinet Minister, trailblazing MP, and now a member of the House of Lords with a portfolio career spanning the public and private sectors. 🚀Baroness Morgan brings a wealth of experience to the conversation. She served in the Cabinets of both David Cameron and Boris Johnson, holding positions as Education Secretary, Minister for Women & Equalities, and Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. Notably, she was the first woman to chair the House of Commons Tr...2025-04-2351 min
‘What It Takes’ by David and Jenny Harkin001 What It Takes : Emma Watkinson, CEO Silkfred - ‘The Power of Silence’🎙 Welcome to What It Takes! If you're passionate about uncovering the key traits that define extraordinary leaders, you're in the right place! 🚀In our very first episode, we’re joined by Emma Watkinson, the powerhouse behind a global fashion brand SilkFred that has shipped over 300 million items to 85+ countries. Emma takes us through her incredible journey—navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, overcoming the challenges of Covid, and even welcoming twins along the way!Get ready to be inspired. Enjoy the episode! 2025-04-031h 00
Pro Politics with Zac McCraryWildfire Contact's Emily Parcell on Gephardt, Obama, Warren & All Things IowaSend us a textEmily Parcell is blazing her own path through the political industry...part of the famed 2004 Dick Gephardt Iowa operation, Iowa Political Director for the 2008 Obama Caucus effort, running Indiana for the 2008 Obama general election, starting Wildfire Contact's direct mail arm, helping Democrats win tough races, heading up the Warren 2020 effort as a senior aide...and much more. In this conversation, Emily talks her small town Iowa roots, important stops along her political career, and insights and advice from 2 decades in the political trenches.IN THIS EPISODE2021-12-2155 min