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Properties to ProfitsEP 112: Why Sales Is the Fast Track to Financial Freedom featuring Ian RossIn this episode, I sit down with Ian Ross, host of the Closed More Sales podcast and a powerhouse behind Sales Disruptors. Ian brings a fresh and authentic perspective on what it really takes to succeed in sales—not just scripts or tactics, but deep personal development, mindset mastery, and a relentless commitment to the process. We talk about why high active income is key to building passive wealth, how to break free from the “commission breath” trap, and what it looks like to truly embrace sales as a craft. Ian also shares how focusing on proc...2025-07-1640 min

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveLive at the Leeds Testing Atelier: MCP and Glue WorkIn a daring experiment that could only be described as "asking for trouble," Ian and Ash take their rambling tech discussions to the stage at the twelfth Leeds Testing Atelier! Marvel at their technological inequality as Ian gleefully controls all the buttons while Ash sits helpless without even a mute switch. Witness real humans actually listening to them in person - proof that their podcast isn't just shouted into the void!First, Ian waxes lyrical about Model Context Protocol (MCP), which (despite sounding like a villain from Tron) is actually how AIs connect to your apps to...2025-05-2059 min

Sport Is Life#135 – What’s Really Holding You Back? Consistency, Confidence & the Brandon Smith Wake-Up CallIf you want to get support directly from us to remove your repetitive self-doubt, join our FREE community: The Sport Is Life Movement - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportislife Want to get better at handling pressure? Start with our Performance Meditation training and learn how to stay calm, focused, and consistent — no matter what. - https://www.ianhawkinscoaching.com/performancemeditation Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of Sport Is Life, Ian Hawkins explores the emotional impact of rejection through the lens of NRL player Brandon Smith’s exit f...2025-05-0811 min

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveVibe Coding and BlueskyIn this episode, Ian and Ash plunge headfirst into the wild world of “vibe coding” - where developers surrender to the AI gods and trust whatever code they spit out! Watch in horror as our intrepid hosts debate whether letting AI write your code without checking it is just weekend fun or a recipe for cybersecurity disaster. Marvel as semantic diffusion transforms innocent terms into tech industry nightmares before your very ears! Will Ian’s adamant defence of the original definition save the term from the clutches of corporate jargon, or is he just fighting against the vibe?But...2025-04-291h 12

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectivePresentations and the Demise of SkypeIn this episode, Ian and Ash embark on a thoroughly British adventure through the land of presentation software, complete with the obligatory post-implementation complaining. Marvel as Ian delivers a monumental discourse on PowerPoint crimes, Keynote superiority, and why Comic Sans should be punishable by “a damn good encouragement.” Meanwhile, Ash provides a heartfelt eulogy for Skype, Microsoft’s once-beloved communication tool that’s being put out to digital pasture this May, only to be replaced by its demonstrably worse offspring, Teams.Between passionate debates about slide etiquette and whether “post-amble” should be a real word, our intrepid...2025-04-081h 13

Locked In with Ian BickThe Strip Club Fight That Landed Me in a Women’s Maximum-Security Prison | Alysia SmithAlysia Smith tells the story of a strip club fight that escalated beyond control, leading to her being sent to a women’s maximum-security prison.#WomenInPrison #MaximumSecurity #PrisonLife #TrueCrime #SurvivingBehindBars #CriminalJustice #LifeChangingMoments #hardtimes Thank you to LUCY & DRAFT KINGS for sponsoring today’s episode:LUCY: Let’s level up your nicotine routine with Lucy. Go to HTTP://LUCY.CO/IANBICK and use promo code (IANBICK) to get 20% off your first order. Lucy has a 30-day refund policy if you change your mind. DRAFT KINGS: New players...2025-03-231h 30

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveStory Splitting and Apple’s DisappointmentIn Episode 29, Ian and Ash venture into the wild frontiers of video podcasting, with Ian's "door and chair" background sure to be nominated for design awards. The pair tackle the thorny art of story splitting, with Ash confessing his frustration at watching teams scramble around massive requirements like ants on a dropped ice cream cone. Meanwhile, Ian suggests testers might be uniquely positioned to lead such efforts, having "a clear foot in each domain" – or as Ash quips, possibly Schrödinger-like properties.The mood darkens as Ian reveals Apple's "deeply disappointed" (not "gravely disappointed" – an important semantic disti...2025-03-181h 08

PerformHappy with Rebecca SmithSafer Skills, Happier Athletes - Dr. Ian Crider’s Gymnastics RoadmapIf you’ve ever felt like pushing harder is the only way to improve in gymnastics, this episode is for you. I sat down with Dr. Ian Crider, also known as the gymnastics doc, to talk about a better way—one that leads to safer skills, fewer injuries, and happier athletes.Dr. Crider is the expert when it comes to balancing safe training with top-level performance. In our conversation, he breaks down how gymnasts can make real progress without pain, why smart conditioning is more effective than overtraining, and how something as simple as getting enough sleep can...2025-03-1841 min

A Small Voice: Conversations With Photographers252 - Ian MacdonaldIan Macdonald (b. 1946) is an internationally acclaimed photographer born and raised in Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, UK. He studied Graphic Design and Printmaking at Teesside College of Art in 1968 and went on to study Painting and Photography at Sheffield School of Art, Photography and Graphic Design at Birmingham Polytechnic and Education at Lancaster University. He pursued photography alongside drawing – his first love - painting and printmaking.Since 1968, Ian has consistently photographed the people and places of Teesside, one of Europe’s most heavily industrialised areas in the north east of England. His love of the region, the beauty of the...2025-03-121h 07

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveIs Testing Dead? and The Younger Generation (of open source maintainers) These Days!In Episode 28, Ian and Ash wade into the treacherous waters of AI-generated testing strategies, with Ian demonstrating how LLMs can now create comprehensive (but perhaps suspiciously mundane) test documentation with just a few commands. The pair debate whether testers should fear for their jobs or simply laugh at AI's confident yet risk-blind approach to testing. Meanwhile, Ash ponders the BBC's hand-wringing over the future of open source software, questioning whether the current gatekeepers might need to stop finger-wagging at younger developers and instead create more welcoming environments for volunteers.Between discussions of 960Mbps internet connections, mind flayers...2025-02-251h 11

HarperCollins PublishersEat Your Age, By Dr. Ian K. Smith, Read by Dr. Ian K. SmithIntroducing the audiobook edition of the much-anticipated Eat Your Age, narrated by Dr. Ian K. Smith himself! Getting old may be inevitable, but feeling old is not: we can age well and maximize each decade of life if we do the right things at the right time. Whether we like it or not, lots of things change as we age: our joints start to creak, our muscles weaken, and we lose coordination. Our bodies simply don’t look or perform the same each decade of life, and our risks for various diseases and medical conditions also increase as the years do...2025-02-0114 min

Beyond the Mic with Sean DillonDr. Ian K. Smith Shares Tips for a Healthier Life from his Book "Eat Your Age""I want to save the person who has given up and who has thought that because they are either overweight or because they are so out of shape that there is no hope."Welcome Dr. Ian K SmithWe’re joined on the Starline by a TV host, author and physician. His latest book shows his readers the steps to increase longevity and hold back future illnesses. The book is “Eat Your Age: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer”. We welcome New York Times Bestselling author Dr. Ian K. Smith.Ian, let’s go Beyon...2025-01-1307 min

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What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveQuantum Computing and Tech NostalgiaStep into a quantum realm of confusion as Ian attempts to explain Google's new Willow chip, a computer so powerful it makes regular supercomputers look like pocket calculators from the 1980s. Listen in amazement as our hosts try to wrap their heads around quantum computing using everything from Schrödinger's cat to hand-waving explanations of mysterious "quantum gates" that may or may not be Bill Gates' cooler brother.But wait! Just when you thought your brain couldn't take any more, Ash whisks us back to the glory days of rubber keyboards and screeching cassette tapes. Relive the h...2025-01-071h 01

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Enjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionEat Your Age: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer by Ian K. SmithPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/734578 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Eat Your Age: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer Author: Ian K. Smith Narrator: Ian K. Smith Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 3 minutes Release date: January 7, 2025 Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Publisher's Summary: From #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Ian K. Smith, learn how to defy the effects of aging by implementing simple changes at every decade. Whether we like it or not, lots of things change as we age: our joints start to creak, our muscles weaken, and we lose coordination. Our bodies simply don’t look or p...2025-01-0705 min

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What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveMeasuring Developer Productivity and the Clock of the Long NowYour favorite tech podcast stretches out for a luxurious 75 minutes this time, like a cat in a sunbeam (speaking of which, meet Ash's new rescue cat Bauhaus).Ian and Ash dive into McKinsey's latest thoughts on measuring developer productivity, leading to some choice words about their take on "quality assurance testers." Things get wonderfully weird when Ian introduces the Clock of the Long Now - a 10,000-year timepiece being built inside a Texas mountain, complete with never-repeating chimes and powered by temperature differences between day and night.Fresh from running 100km at God's Own Backyard...2024-12-171h 12

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveChristmas Party InviteStep into the festive spirit as Ian and Ash invite you to join them for the first ever What A Lot Of Things Christmas party! After a remarkably productive year with 14 (soon to be 15) episodes released, the podcast duo are inviting listeners to a yet-to-be-determined pub in Ilkley on Wednesday, 18th December. Whether you want to join Ash's cheerful tirade against Figma and Christmas songs, share Ian's fondness for "Stop the Cavalry", or would simply enjoy raising a glass to the podcast's roots in Ilkley's scenic landscape, all listeners are warmly welcome. Just drop an email to I...2024-12-0207 min

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveGoogle NotebookLM and Getting a Job in TechJourney with Ian and Ash into the peculiar world of AI podcasting as they explore Google's NotebookLM, where American-accented hosts eagerly discuss everything from your CV to your productivity systems (even if they do occasionally mistake Ash for a lady). Our intrepid duo discover you can make AIs wax lyrical about a document containing nothing but "poop" and "fart" repeated 1000 times, or have an existential crisis about being switched off in 2034.Meanwhile, Ash emerges triumphant from the tech job market wilderness with a new role at John Lewis Partnership, though not before surviving a harrowing Butlins Skegness...2024-11-261h 05

Locked In with Ian BickNYPD Detective On Body Cameras, Stopping Terrorists, Rescuing Hostages & Is America Safe? | Tom SmithRetired NYPD Detective Tom Smith, host of the Gold Shields podcast, shares his remarkable 17-year journey with the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force. Tom discusses the high-stakes cases he worked on, what it was like being assigned to one of the most intense roles in law enforcement, and the daily challenges he faced while helping to combat terrorism. He opens up about the skills he developed, the close calls, and the experiences that shaped his career. Join us as Tom reveals an insider’s perspective on life in the FBI’s task force, his dedication to keeping the public s...2024-11-181h 43

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveFigma as an Antibody for Collaboration & National ProductivityBuckle up, dear listeners, for the 23rd rollercoaster ride of What A Lot Of Things! In this episode, Ian and Ash embark on a wild adventure through the treacherous jungles of productivity, armed with nothing but their wit, wisdom, and a healthy dose of skepticism.First up, Ash dives headfirst into the Figma frenzy, revealing how this popular design tool might just be the secret supervillain in the epic battle between designers and developers. Will our heroes survive the onslaught of never-ending design iterations? Tune in to find out!But wait, there's more! Ian takes...2024-10-081h 12

On the Table with Serena SmithFreeing Your Mind with Ian Smith | On the Table Ep 11Serena gets in the booth with her husband and the show's director, Ian Smith. Shot live from Zinqué Restaurant in Venice CA, On the Table features conversations about the messiness of being human. Ian Smith Instagram: @m_iansmith Serena Smith Instagram: @serenasmith__ + @onthetablewithserena serenasmith.co Our killer crew Director/Audio: Max Ostrove DP: Ian Smith Powered by Studiobox Productions About the host Serena Smith is a host, producer, writer, and dancer who has interviewed GOATs like Gloria Steinem, Pharrell Williams, Misty Copeland, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Gabriela Cámara, alongside too many friends and strangers to count. A four-time Em...2024-09-301h 01

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectivePersonal Productivity and Conway's LawGet ready for a productivity party as Ian and Ash dive into the chaotic world of getting stuff done! From Ash's Trello-powered life management system to Ian's valiant attempts at David Allen's Getting Things Done, our dynamic duo explore the highs and lows of personal productivity. Warning: may contain traces of work-in-progress limits and an unhealthy obsession with database administrators.But wait, there's more! Brace yourself for a mind-bending journey into Conway's Law, where organizational charts meet software architecture in a cosmic dance of confusion. Watch Ian struggle to grasp Ash's examples (don't worry, he...2024-09-241h 09

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveR&D Tax Credits and the Ilkley Live websiteHold onto your keyboards, folks! In this episode of What A Lot Of Things, Ian and Ash embark on a wild ride through the treacherous waters of R&D tax credits and the murky depths of technical debt.Watch as Ash dons his cape and mask as the Testing Avenger, attempting to save Ian's poor, test-less Ilkley Live website from certain doom. Marvel at Ian's creative excuses for avoiding automated tests, and cheer as he finally succumbs to the relentless pressure of good practices in context.Along the way, our intrepid hosts navigate the choppy...2024-09-101h 00

The IT Experts PodcastEP199 - Why Becoming a Cyber Advisor Will Help Your MSP Grow with Neil Smith and Ian Luckett Neil Smith explains how his journey into the cyber advisor space has not only strengthened his business by enhancing his credibility but also provided new revenue opportunities. He explains that the cyber advisor role is not just about securing clients but about positioning yourself as a trusted authority in the field of cybersecurity. With cybersecurity becoming more complex, Neil highlights the importance of MSPs adopting the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications as a minimum standard. According to Neil, these certifications, which are significant milestones, are achievable and can set an MSP apart from the competition. A...2024-09-0625 min

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveEmployee Monitoring Software and The Cynefin FrameworkStrap in for a wild ride as Ian and Ash tackle the dystopian world of employee monitoring software! Marvel at the horrors on sale as our hosts ponder whether these digital taskmasters are the future of work or just really creepy ways to watch people type.But wait, there's more! Venture into the mind-bending realm of the Cynefin framework, where our intrepid duo attempt to make sense of not a model, but a framework. It's also not a quadrant (although it kinda looks like one).From mouse jigglers to Welsh castles, this episode has it...2024-08-271h 13

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveBonus: A Walk on Ilkley MoorStep into the origins of What A Lot Of Things with this special bonus episode that takes Ian and Ash back to where it all began - the hiking trails of Ilkley Moor! Long before they were podcast hosts, the duo's casual walks and pub visits sparked the conversations that would eventually become the show.Now, armed with new wireless microphones, they're recreating that magic on the move. Join them as they ramble through picturesque landscapes, discussing everything from recent tech outages to the state of software testing, all while navigating steep hills and encountering local wildlife...2024-08-201h 21

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveSmartphone Free Childhood and Pull RequestsIn this episode, Ian and Ash embark on a meandering journey through the digital wilderness, pondering the merits of a smartphone-free childhood and the peculiar world of software code review and pull requests. From nostalgic ramblings about bakelite phones to imagining a world of smart telegrams, our intrepid hosts navigate the treacherous waters of modern parenting and software development practices. Expect tangential detours, impromptu time travel, and a healthy dose of silliness as they attempt to make sense of it all - or at least have a good laugh trying.LinksSmartphone Free ChildhoodGovernment Launches Crackdown...2024-08-0659 min

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveApple & the DMA and Out Of SupportIn this rollicking 18th episode of What A Lot Of Things, Ian and Ash dive into the choppy waters of Apple's tussle with the EU over the Digital Markets Act, pondering the implications for developers and users alike. They then take a wistful trip down memory lane, discussing the persistent challenge of legacy systems and out-of-support software, with a particular focus on SQL Server. Along the way, they manage to squeeze in a cheeky debate on teleportation ethics, ponder the correct pronunciation of 'SQL', and reminisce about childhood telly frights. It's a right old mixed bag, this one...2024-07-231h 09

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveLarge Action Models and CreativityIn this episode of "What A Lot Of Things", Ian and Ash consider the nature of time, before diving into two main topics: AI's evolving role in our lives and the nature of creativity.They discuss "large action models", the new Rabbit R1 device, and Apple's recent AI announcements, debating whether AI is best viewed as a feature or a standalone product before going on to challenge the common belief that some people "aren't creative," examining how past experiences shape our perceptions of our own creativity. Ian and Ash explore the importance of practicing creative skills, maintaining...2024-07-091h 06

Jasami Bookworm PodcastJasami Update Michèle and Ian - of Ian Mc PodcastIan (Ian Mc Podcast) and Michèle chatting about the updates with Jasami Publishing & Productions CIC as a social enterprise company. What’s been going on the last six months - and what is expected over the next six months.Jasami details: info@jasamipublishingltd.comhttps://jasamipublishingandproductions-cic.org/Intro/Outro Music by Ámbar Trío. Follow this great jazz trio.Host: Michèle SmithProgramme Producer: Eilidh Beaton 2024-06-2829 min

The Capitalize PodcastInvesting in Apartments While Working in Venture Capital w/ Ian CruzIn this episode of the Capitalize Podcast, host Chris Cascella sits down with Ian Cruz, founder of Elev8 Capital. Ian shares his inspiring journey working as a Manager of Finance at a Venture Capital Firm while simultaneously building his real estate portfolio up to 32 units across across San Francisco, CA and Cincinnati, OH. They discuss the challenges and strategies of investing in the Bay Area, the significance of ADUs in California, and Ian's first foray into commercial multifamily real estate. Ian also outlines his conservative underwriting strategies and the power of networking in real estate investing.Using 1031...2024-06-0752 min

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveLocal Democracy and Algo-Free LivingIn this episode of "What A Lot Of Things", Ian and Ash celebrate their podcast's return to a regular cadence, with episodes now coming out every two weeks.The duo cover two main topics - local democracy and the backlash against social media algorithms. On local democracy, Ian discusses his experience running for town council, the arcane rules and challenges involved, and his belief that more ordinary citizens should get involved to make local councils less political and more pragmatic.The conversation then shifts to the pros and cons of social media algorithms. Ash and...2024-06-041h 00

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveTesting Career Paths and the XZ HackIn this latest episode of the "What A Lot Of Things" podcast, hosts Ian and Ash explore intriguing aspects of technology and its broader implications. They delve into the evolving career paths for testing specialists, discussing how testers can navigate organizational challenges and develop fulfilling careers. The conversation shifts to a significant security furore involving the XZ compression tool, where they unpack the complexities of open-source software maintenance and the vulnerabilities introduced by subtle malicious contributions. Throughout, the hosts' lively banter and insightful anecdotes make for a thought-provoking listen that bridges technical details with broader tech culture reflections.2024-05-211h 02

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveManaging IT Suppliers and AI Voice CloningIn this episode, Ian and Ash delve into the complexities of managing IT service providers, exploring the challenges and strategies of working with consultancies and independent contractors. They also discuss the cutting-edge topic of AI voice cloning, examining its potential uses and ethical implications. From historical pirate accents to futuristic technology, join them for a thought-provoking discussion on how these technologies impact our work and the broader implications they hold for society.Our shiny new email address, as promised in this episode, is... technologyeeyores@whatalotofthings.comLinksOpenAI, and the not particularly relevant to...2024-05-071h 04

What A Lot Of Things: Tech talk from a human perspectiveTikTok and XIn this episode, Ian and Ash delve into the evolving landscape of social media, examining the implications of TikTok's potential ban in the U.S., the integration of AI in testing, and the shifting dynamics of platforms like Twitter (now X). They share personal anecdotes, discuss the significance of data privacy, and explore the future of social media engagement. The conversation also considers the challenges and opportunities presented by these digital shifts, offering insights into the broader tech community's response.LinksOn the TikTok saga:TechCrunch: TikTok ban: How Congress could force ByteDance to sell or...2024-04-2358 min