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UNTAPPED Iwan Thomas: My Olympic Training Regime, Michael Johnson Rivalry & Doping in SportOlympic 400m champion Iwan Thomas opens up about the mindset and methods that made him one of Britain’s fastest ever athletes.In this episode:🏃‍♂️The brutal training regime behind his 44-second 400m record 🔥 What it was really like to line up against Michael Johnson 💉 The hidden truth about doping in athletics 😫 How to push through pain, control adrenaline, and train smarter to run faster💔 A raw conversation about mental health and dealing with the darkest moments in sport, including the lowest point of his career Wheth...

2025-09-2947 min

Fozcast - The Ben Foster Podcast Iwan Thomas - The Former European, Commonwealth and World Champion!Former European and Commonwealth Champions and and previous British Record holder Iwan Thomas joins the Fozcast for a wide-ranging chat on life in athletics, the highs of winning medals to the realities of money in sport. Iwan reveals the truth about Olympic medals, what it’s really like lining up against the best in the world and why he misses competing every single day. Plus, the wild story of how he got a McDonald’s Gold Card, the controversy of athletes being transferred between nations, and his take on Usain Bolt, Keely Hodgkinson, Gout Gout and the future of athl...

2025-08-281h 09 $Paula\'s Run Club$

Paula's Run Club Gobby Loud SprintersOlympic Sprinter, Ultra runner and broadcaster Iwan Thomas joins the Run Club this week talking all things running and why it’s his Happy Place. We delve into whether or not you can get the same buzz from receiving retrospective medals, what sport brings to people’s lives and TIPS on how to run different races. Iwan loves running because there’s no judgement, Paula loves the camaraderie and Thommo talks about whether you believe your own hype. PLUS finding your motivation and of course there’s the Honours Board. Also, whisper it… there’s something about...

2025-08-0457 min

Feast of Football Part 1: Mickey Thomas on Wrexham; Part 2: Cardiff hit 'rock bottom' & Swansea opt for SheehanPart One: Wrexham legend Mickey Thomas reflects on the club's latest promotion and the pivotal role he played at the start of the incredible journey under Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Thomas was centre stage at the Cae Ras alongside the charismatic owners as they celebrated an unprecedented third promotion in a row. The 70-year-old also pays tribute to his friend Mike Peters, the lead singer of The Alarm and huge football fan, who died this week.Part Two: Carl, Iwan and Sam ponder what next for Cardiff City after their relegation to League One. Did the...

2025-05-011h 04

Making Lemonade Iwan ThomasIn this episode, presenter Mark O'Sullivan talks to athlete and broadcaster Iwan Thomas. Iwan started his athletics career in 1992 when he represented the British 4 x 400m relay team at the World Junior Championships. At the Olympic Games in Atlanta in 1996 at the age of 22, he came 5th in the final of the 400m and won a silver medal in the 4 x 400m relay. In 1997 Iwan, claimed his first UK Championship title in Birmingham and setting a new British record. Since retiring from athletics Iwan has become a prominent figure in the media.Iwan talks candidly to...

2025-04-2333 min

Immerse Yourself In This Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook — Perfect Before Bedtime.Under Milk Wood by Dylan ThomasPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/36194to listen full audiobooks. Title: Under Milk Wood Author: Dylan Thomas Narrator: Iwan Rheon, Heledd Gywnn, Tim Treloar, Gareth Pierce, Ruby Valentino, Betsan Llwyd, Eiry Thomas, Elena Valentine, Aneirin Hughes, Michael Grinter, Elsie Gallacher, Geriant Pickard, Lowri Gwynne, Bronwen Price, Hannah Lloyd Format: mp3 Length: 1 hr and 43 mins Release date: 11-28-24 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating Genres: Classics Publisher's Summary: This is Under Milk Wood as you've never heard it before. The last completely original audio-only production of Thomas' masterpiece, Under Milk Wood, was in 1954 (two months after Thomas's death). It has been...

2024-11-281h 43

Explore This Next-Level Full Audiobook — Perfect Before Bedtime.Under Milk Wood by Dylan ThomasPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/36194to listen full audiobooks. Title: Under Milk Wood Author: Dylan Thomas Narrator: Iwan Rheon, Heledd Gywnn, Tim Treloar, Gareth Pierce, Ruby Valentino, Betsan Llwyd, Eiry Thomas, Elena Valentine, Aneirin Hughes, Michael Grinter, Elsie Gallacher, Geriant Pickard, Lowri Gwynne, Bronwen Price, Hannah Lloyd Format: mp3 Length: 1 hr and 43 mins Release date: 11-28-24 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating Genres: Classics Publisher's Summary: This is Under Milk Wood as you've never heard it before. The last completely original audio-only production of Thomas' masterpiece, Under Milk Wood, was in 1954 (two months after Thomas's death). It has been...

2024-11-281h 43

RunPod Iwan Thomas MBE - 'Going For Gold'Welcome to RunPod 'Going For Gold'!We're thrilled to welcome back a true legend of the track: Iwan Thomas MBE. Iwan is an Olympic Medallist and Former European and World Champion who set the British 400m record with an astonishing time of 44.36 seconds.Since hanging up his professional running shoes, Iwan has become a familiar face on mainstream TV, hosting live events and frequently covering the World Athletics Championships. As you will hear, Iwan's passion for running has never waned, and his journey from pro athlete to broadcaster is nothing short...

2024-08-0946 min

Loose Ends Iwan Thomas, Chloe Petts, Lottie Gross, Raghu Dixit, Kiioto, Anna PtaszynskiStuart is joined in the Salford Loose Ends studio by the Welsh Sprinter Iwan Thomas, who held the UK 400m record for 25 years. His new memoir 'Brutal', tells his story - one of speed, the drive to succeed and an extremely high tolerance for pain. . Comedian Chloe Petts is gearing up for the Edinburgh Fringe, and in perhaps the ultimate highbrow/lowbrow combination; she's just presented a series on Radio 4 on the history of the toilet. Raghu Dixit is an independent Indian artist, soundtrack composer and former Microbiologist. His new album 'Shakkar' has been inspired by his...

2024-07-0633 min

Happy Place Iwan Thomas: Self-loathing, hard graft, and soft playIt can feel awful when other people judge you, but it can be even worse when you judge yourself. Despite his immense achievements, Former European, Commonwealth and World Champion 400m medallist Iwan Thomas is no stranger to self-loathing. In this chat with Fearne, Iwan talks about the innate need to make our parents proud throughout our lives, as well as how becoming a dad himself has changed his outlook on life. They also try to figure out the balance of pushing your kid to believe in themselves, without stressing them out with too much pressure.

2024-07-011h 00

The Mildly Controversial Podcast ICYMI - Iwan Thomas Double EpisodeWorld champion, Olympic Silver Medallist and (frankly) "Strictly" failure IWAN THOMAS, joins Mike & Baz to talk about what REALLY happened at the Olympics, being awarded his World Championship Gold medal in a pub car park and only just beating Mike in a road race. We also find out why Iwan had his Olympic Rings tattoo covered up, how he cheated on Countdown and why he was first voted out on Strictly.

2024-06-261h 33

Feast of Football Episode 289: Mickey ThomasLiam Gallagher, Bill Wyman, George Michael and Connor McGregor – just a few of the names Mickey Thomas casually mentions during a fascinating conversation with Elis James and Iwan Roberts. Thomas’ is certainly a life well lived. He looks back on his early days at Wrexham, the pressure of playing for Manchester United and of course the famous FA Cup goal against Arsenal (which, as it happens, is not the favourite goal he ever scored...).

2024-01-2348 min

Myelopathy Matters S4E9 -Importance of community and support with Sheila Thomas DugganIn this podcast episode, Iwan is flying solo. He interviews Sheila Thomas Duggan, a dedicated volunteer and administrator for myelopathy.org’s support group. Sheila shares her personal experience of living with DCM (Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy) and discusses how she finds it incredibly rewarding to give back and provide support to people facing similar challenges with myelopathy. The episode delves into Sheila’s journey, her insights, and the importance of community and support in coping with this condition.

2023-11-0831 min

The Mildly Controversial Podcast Ep 58: Iwan Thomas Part 2In part two of our chat with Olympic Silver Medallist Iwan Thomas, we find out why Iwan had his Olympic Rings tattoo covered up, how he cheated on Countdown and why he was first voted out on Strictly. Also, find out what Mike, Baz and Iwan agree to have tattooed on them by Mike's daughter (and why!)

2023-10-2547 min

Embrace The Eye-Opening Full Audiobook Now, Thriller Fans!Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers by Jill Paton WalshPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/682948to listen full audiobooks. Title: Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers Author: Jill Paton Walsh Narrator: Colin Starkey, Peter Howell, Tracy Wiles, Geoffrey Whitehead, Carolyn Pickles, Clare Corbett, Barbara Flynn, Richard Derrington, Full Cast, Jasmine Hyde, Rosemary Leach Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 53 minutes Release date: October 19, 2023 Genres: Cozy Mystery Publisher's Summary: Two delightful detective dramas adapted from Jill Paton Walsh's bestselling books Award-winning author Jill Paton Walsh was well known for her four Lord Peter Wimsey novels that continued and completed Dorothy L. Sayers's much-loved series. These two cosy crime...

2023-10-191h 53

Lead UX - The UX Leadership Circle Lead UX - Interview with Iwan Cuijpers, CEO of Keen Design | 3 Iwan Cuijpers is a highly experienced executive in the experience design industry. During his extensive career, he has worked in both leading and supporting capacities, leading multiple large scaled projects as a head of experience design. Iwan is currently CEO of Keen Design. Keen Design is one of only a few independent boutique UX Design firms in Europe not affiliated with a larger IT company. With offices in the Netherlands, Germany and the UK, Keen helps clients like ING, KLM, Deutsche Bank and EnBW with their UX Design issues. Where Keen Design sets itself apart is that...

2023-10-1933 min

Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Cozy Mystery Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers by Jill Paton WalshPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/682948 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers Author: Jill Paton Walsh Narrator: Colin Starkey, Peter Howell, Tracy Wiles, Geoffrey Whitehead, Carolyn Pickles, Clare Corbett, Barbara Flynn, Richard Derrington, Full Cast, Jasmine Hyde, Rosemary Leach Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 53 minutes Release date: October 19, 2023 Genres: Cozy Mystery Publisher's Summary: Two delightful detective dramas adapted from Jill Paton Walsh's bestselling books Award-winning author Jill Paton Walsh was well known for her four Lord Peter Wimsey novels that continued and completed Dorothy L. Sayers's much-loved series. These two cosy...

2023-10-1905 min

Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Cozy Mystery Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers by Jill Paton WalshPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/682948to listen full audiobooks. Title: Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers Author: Jill Paton Walsh Narrator: Colin Starkey, Peter Howell, Tracy Wiles, Geoffrey Whitehead, Carolyn Pickles, Clare Corbett, Barbara Flynn, Richard Derrington, Full Cast, Jasmine Hyde, Rosemary Leach Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 53 minutes Release date: October 19, 2023 Genres: Cozy Mystery Publisher's Summary: Two delightful detective dramas adapted from Jill Paton Walsh's bestselling books Award-winning author Jill Paton Walsh was well known for her four Lord Peter Wimsey novels that continued and completed Dorothy L. Sayers's much-loved series. These two cosy crime...

2023-10-191h 53

Download Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & Detective Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers by Jill Paton WalshPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/682948 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers Author: Jill Paton Walsh Narrator: Colin Starkey, Peter Howell, Tracy Wiles, Geoffrey Whitehead, Carolyn Pickles, Clare Corbett, Barbara Flynn, Richard Derrington, Full Cast, Jasmine Hyde, Rosemary Leach Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 53 minutes Release date: October 19, 2023 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: Two delightful detective dramas adapted from Jill Paton Walsh's bestselling books Award-winning author Jill Paton Walsh was well known for her four Lord Peter Wimsey novels that continued and completed Dorothy L. Sayers's much-loved series. These two cosy...

2023-10-1905 min

Download Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & Detective Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers by Jill Paton WalshPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/682948to listen full audiobooks. Title: Imogen Quy Detective Mysteries: Two BBC Radio Crime Thrillers Author: Jill Paton Walsh Narrator: Colin Starkey, Peter Howell, Tracy Wiles, Geoffrey Whitehead, Carolyn Pickles, Clare Corbett, Barbara Flynn, Richard Derrington, Full Cast, Jasmine Hyde, Rosemary Leach Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 53 minutes Release date: October 19, 2023 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: Two delightful detective dramas adapted from Jill Paton Walsh's bestselling books Award-winning author Jill Paton Walsh was well known for her four Lord Peter Wimsey novels that continued and completed Dorothy L. Sayers's much-loved series. These two cosy crime...

2023-10-191h 53

The Mildly Controversial Podcast Ep 57: The ACTUAL Iwan Thomas (pt1)World champion, Olympic Silver Medallist and (frankly) "Strictly" failure IWAN THOMAS, joins Mike & Baz to talk about what REALLY happened at the Olympics, being awarded his World Championship Gold medal in a pub car park and only just beating Mike in a road race.

2023-10-1848 min

The Nod Iwan Thomas MBEFormer Olympic 400m runner Iwan Thomas joins the boys this week for a special treat and exclusive 'First Ride'. Norton Motorcycles have kindly dropped off a couple of the brand new V4CR's for them all to have a go on. The first people outside of Norton to be allowed on the bikes! After the ride they sit down to chat about running, riding and some previously untold stories. We are big fan's of Iwan and how he goes about his life. Listen in the hear more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023-06-1445 min

Dark Histories Electricity, Galvanism & The Resurrection of Thomas Weems In 1818 Mary Shelley published her infamous novel, “Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus”. More than just a work of gothic fiction, it represented a host of fears and concerns that the public held after viewing experiments by the natural philosophers of the day. In the same year, in a lecture theatre in Glasgow, the dissection and supposed resurrection of an executed criminal took place. As electrodes were placed on the body, it jumped and danced, its fingers moved “nimbly, like those of a violin player,” all for the amazement of the excited audience members. It was the dawn of electricity and a period...

2023-02-0753 min

The RunOut Podcast RunOut #96: Thomas Huber is FreeThomas Huber is one of the most accomplished and beloved climbers of all time. Along with his brother Alex, Thomas helped pave the way for modern free climbing on El Capitan with FreeRider, Golden Gate, and host of other first free ascents. He’s a Piolet d’Or recipient for his first ascent with Iwan Wolf of the north pillar of Shivling. And his new book is “In Den Bergen ist “Freiheit” — “In the mountains, There is Freedom.” (If you’d like to hear an extended bonus interview with Thomas, join us on Patreon to hear the full conversation...

2023-01-301h 17

BrumPod The Xmas Episode - The Importance Of Multiple Streams Of IncomeIn our final episode of 2022, and before we take our break for Christmas and New Year, we leave you with some thoughts to ponder, about the importance of multiple streams of income. With so much in the news that’s not altogether positive, we think it’s worth reminding everyone, ourselves included, that the future is very much uncertain, and it’s well worth being in the position where you can earn income via a variety of streams, so you don’t ever have to rely on one sole source. Easier...

2022-12-2032 min

British BMX Hall of Fame Podcast Darren Reidy PodcastNext up on the Podcast is one I recorded last month when I was over in the UK with Darren Reidy, together with Steve Keech and Mike Wong in the background with some insight. We talk about Reidy getting into racing in 1983 in the North West with his first race at the Chorley (John Lee) Downhill Quarry track getting on Joyda before getting spotted and picked up by Alans for Factory Torker. Reidy talks racing with Dylan Clayton, CJ Butler, Steven Pursey, Nick Lacey, Mark Gleed, Jamie Boness, Iwan Thomas, and Martin Upshaw from a young age just to name...

2022-10-201h 11

The Stress Sessions S4 EP11: Former UK 400m record holder, Iwan Thomas MBEThis week I'm speaking to athlete, Iwan Thomas MBE!If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).I've been nominated for two Milton Keynes Inspiration Awards! To give me a little vote, please click on each of the l...

2022-06-0746 min

achwas.fm - Die Geschichten hinter den Pixeln.Auf den Hund gekommen - vom klassischen Konditionieren(S1/E36) Auf den ersten Blick haben haben Menschen ja nicht so schrecklich viel mit Bakterien gemeinsam. Das äußere Erscheinungsbild ist signifikant unterschiedlich, Kleidung und Nahrungsvorlieben nicht zu vergleichen, das Familienleben ist völlig anders ausgeprägt - von der Fortpflanzung gar nicht zu reden. Aber es gibt auch Gemeinsamkeiten, und um eine spezielle kümmern wir uns in dieser Folge von achwas.fm! Sowohl Menschen als auch Einzeller können klassisch konditioniert werden. Damit ist gemeint, dass angeborene Assoziationen zwischen Auslösereizen und den dazu gehörenden Reaktionen auf neue Objekte oder Situationen übertragbar sind. Diese Lernvorgänge sind g...

2022-05-0158 min

Why Run?The National Running Show and Why Run?- BONUS EPISODEThe National Running Show's CEO Mike Seaman talks to host Diane Church for this special bonus episode of Why Run? Mike plays many sports, but he says it's running that provides him with the headspace he needs to manage his role at Raccoon Events, which organises ten major international events for outdoor activities each year. Mike talks about how he can have a tendency to "overthink" his work and how running helps him to slow his thoughts and clear his mind. Mike loves trail running, in particular, and likes to take part in all events fr...

2022-04-0620 min

Feast of Football Episode 213: Sorba ThomasElis, Danny and Iwan speak to Wales and Huddersfield winger Sorba Thomas about his rise from non-league football to Wales international and how he and the squad are feeling ahead of the World Cup play-off semi-final against Austria.

2022-03-2155 min

Fuelling Around - Stars Talking Cars!More silly cars than anyone we know! Step forward Mr Iwan Thomas!Normally on this podcast, we ask people to tell us what their 2 car fantasy garage would be, just so we can all lust over the fantastical suggestions of poster worthy automotive exotica that we’ll realistically never own. In the case of Iwan Thomas however, there’s not much that he hasn’t had at some point, and we’re talking about some proper silly motors! For anyone unsure of Iwan’s thoroughbred petrolhead credentials, have a listen to this!

2021-11-1045 min

RunPod Iwan ThomasAnother gathering of the RunPod Run Club and this time Jenni is joined by one of the our greatest 400m sprinters, the current UK record holder, Iwan Thomas. Iwan may well have retired from competing in the 400m after winning medals at all major championships but he has most certainly not stopped running! In fact, he’s run further this year than ever before…this year, Iwan decided to enter a 100 mile race. In this episode, we hear why he decided to set himself this epic challenge, how he prepared and can a sprinter really also be an ultra-marathoner? It’s a tr...

2021-09-1744 min

BrumPod Productivity Tools You Can't Live WithoutIn this episode, Richard and Iwan give a run down of some of their top productivity tools that they simply can’t live without. (What they did before then, who knows…) We cover various business tools, apps, software and platforms that simply make life easier in 2021 and beyond - tools that will often save you lots of time and effort, in turn making you a more productive business owner. There are also mentions in this episode of great free or low cost alternatives to the more well known ‘big boy’ software giants, where alternat...

2021-07-2835 min

BrumPod When Plans Change - Be Adaptable (Including Us)With the recent announcement from The Government that so called ‘Freedom Day’ being set for June 21st is now being put back by 4 weeks, it means our plans have now had to change too. We are now planning on bringing back our in-person networking events, hopefully, in August. But of course, watch this space and subscribe to our newsletter and follow our socials for the latest news on that. It brings with it the renewed thoughts of the importance of being flexible and adaptable, as changes are likely to happen. Whatever we plan for, hope for...

2021-06-1616 min

Der IFZ Digital Banking Podcast Episode 14 - Die Zukunft des Asset ManagementThomas Ankenbrand spricht mit Iwan Deplazes, Leiter Asset Management der Zürcher Kantonalbank und Präsident der Asset Management Association Switzerland. Thomas Ankenbrand spricht mit Iwan Deplazes, Leiter Asset Management der Zürcher Kantonalbank und Präsident der Asset Management Association Switzerland. Die Asset Management Industrie verwaltet in der Schweiz mit 10'000 Mitarbeitenden rund 2500 Mia CHF. Trotz diesen beeindruckenden Zahlen und der Wichtigkeit für unseren Wohlstand, wird wenig über das Asset Management geredet. Dies wollen wir in diesem Podcast ändern und die Wichtigkeit, Herausforderungen und Zukunft des Asset Management beleuchten.

2021-06-1013 min

BrumPod BrumPod045: Returning To Normal - And The Return Of Our In Person Events!Business is gradually returning to some sense of normality; people are back at work, shops are open, and for the most part, we can more or less return to life as we kind of knew it. Many companies are transitioning their office buildings to accommodate hybrid working, allowing for people to continue to work from home indefinitely, and scaling down their premises to have spaces to meet and collaborate, but not necessarily every day. Companies such as HSBC, Lloyds, Standard Chartered are doing so, as are tech giants such as Twitter, Square and Spotify. It’s...

2021-05-2626 min

BrumPod BrumPod044: Keeping The Passion Alive Within Your Business - The Benefits Of OutsourcingIn this episode we talk to Jenna Lawson and Georgia Beech from Seamless OS, an outsourcing company based in Birmingham. Throughout this episode, they both highlight the benefits involved in starting your outsourcing journey, the amount of money you might save if you start outsourcing compared to hiring in-house teams of people, or indeed doing various tasks yourself. And for many small businesses, especially over the tumultuous last year, how outsourcing various tasks can help business owners stop working ‘in’ the business, and get back to focussing ‘on’ their business. Outsourcing can bring with it...

2021-05-0529 min

BrumPod BrumPod043: Networking In The Virtual World: Clubhouse & Its ClonesWith more options to network online than ever, especially during Covid where it’s been of utmost importance, we discuss the latest iteration of platforms - Clubhouse; the audio networking platform that’s slowly taking the world by storm. Used as a platform that’s akin to Zoom, but without the cameras, people are using it in a multitude of ways; general group chat, Q&As with industry experts, panel discussions, the list goes on. And of course, as soon as something becomes popular, all the other platforms are now following suit! With LinkedIn, Facebook, Reddit...

2021-04-2141 min

BrumPod BrumPod042: The Real Dragon’s Den - Investing In Small BusinessIn this episode we talk to Roger Wood, Director at Midlands based Venture Capital firm Midven. We discuss the obvious comparison - what does real-world small business investing look like in the real world, and is it anything remotely like what we see on Dragon’s Den? (Or Shark Tank in the USA). Roger explains all a small business would need to know should they be thinking about seeking investment for their own business. Key things discussed include; what makes a business investment-ready? What are the main criteria an investor/VC firm looks ou...

2021-04-0746 min

BrumPod BrumPod041: How Important Is Hope?Covid vaccines have been rolled out at an unprecedented rate. The general mood of the country is gradually improving now we have the roadmap out of lockdowns, with ‘life after lockdown’ being a firm light at the end of a long, dark tunnel. So we ask, how important is hope in business? Many businesses this last 12 months have innovated their way to staying afloat, and in some cases, success and thriving. Being adaptable to change and uncertain futures has been a key marker in seeing how a business can get through a year of practically no t...

2021-03-2427 min

The Cal Halbert Podcast S1 - E6 - Iwan Thomas MBEIwan Thomas MBE is a British sprinter who represented Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the Olympic Games in the 400 metres, and Wales at the Commonwealth Games. Thomas is a former European, Commonwealth Games and World (4 × 400 m relay) champion. Cal chats with Iwan about being a dad, World Championships, The One Show and whats next! If you would like to support the show you can at www.paypal.me/calbertmedia This is a Calbert Media Production. For more information visit www.calbertmedia.com

2021-03-0846 min

The Cal Halbert Podcast 6 - Iwan Thomas MBEIwan Thomas MBE is a British sprinter who represented Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the Olympic Games in the 400 metres, and Wales at the Commonwealth Games. Thomas is a former European, Commonwealth Games and World (4 × 400 m relay) champion.Cal chats with Iwan about being a dad, World Championships, The One Show and whats next!If you would like to support the show you can at www.paypal.me/calbertmediaThis is a Calbert Media Production.For more information visit www.calbertmedia.com

2021-03-0846 min

BrumPod BrumPod040: How Important Is Email - And Are You Too Reachable?In the technological age we’re living in, we’re now all too used to being reachable by a multitude of communications media - email, text, social media, mobile phones, video conferencing. When email came around, people proclaimed ‘the letter is dead!’. Of course that’s not true. When texting, WhatsApp, social media etc came about - people then proclaimed that ‘email is dead!’. Of course, that’s not true either! It’s more about its importance in our lives, and how we adapt to technology, to make it work for us - often adapting...

2021-03-0343 min $When No One\'s Watching$

When No One's Watching Iwan ThomasIt's a week of firsts, our first sportsman, our first MBE and our first Olympian. Iwan Thomas drops into the confession booth to introduce us to his alter ego and chat turning into his Dad. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2021-03-0242 min

BrumPod BrumPod039: Can You Run A Business Using Free Or Low Cost Software?In this episode we look at if it’s possible to run a small business using pretty much entirely free, or low-cost software, as opposed to the ‘big players’ like Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud for instance. With the notion of ‘buying software outright’ being far less commonplace in this digital age, with subscription models being favoured far more - are the free and low cost options as good for most people? What are the downsides? Do you need software to be up-to-the-minute updated? Will free/low co...

2021-02-1735 min

BrumPod BrumPod038: Do You Need A Wristband To Tell Your Boss You’re Unhappy?A new wearable technology has been launched, called Moodbeam - a smart bracelet that allows employers to track your mental health. It consists of 2 buttons, you press yellow for if you’re happy, blue if you’re sad. It allows employers to check in remotely with home-workers to see big swathes of data to see who is ok and who is demonstrating signs of needing wellbeing support. We discuss whether this is the natural next step for companies to take in order to track and monitor the mental wellbeing of their staff, or whet...

2021-02-0332 min

Track & Ball with Ellen White and Richard Whitehead Iwan Thomas with some great stories and sobering thoughtsIwan Thomas is one of the characters of athletics....with his distinct hair as flamboyant 400m runner and now as a TV and stadium presenter.There is so much to Iwan Thomas and he freely talks about all aspects of his life - from his days competing to his post-athletics life.He talks about how he lives his life, surrounding himself with good friends and good people.He won silver at the World Athletics Championships in the 4x400m relay but this was eventually upgraded to gold because two of the American team...

2021-01-211h 08

BrumPod BrumPod037: New Year Updates - It’s Been A Hell Of A Year And It’s Only Been A FortnightIn this episode, we bring you an update as to what’s been happening since our last episode at the end of last year. We’ve seen massive changes in social media since the ‘insurrection riot’ at the US Capitol buildings a few days ago. Twitter and many other social media platforms have now banned Donald Trump for his involvement in allegedly stoking the violence. Since then, tens of thousands of other accounts related to QAnon have also been deleted, and we assume, banned. This sparks one of the biggest...

2021-01-1324 min

BrumPod BrumPod036: Xmas Special & Predictions for 2021As our final episode of 2020, we thought we’d issue an extra little episode before Christmas as a brief roundup of this year, but more looking ahead with positivity and optimism to 2021. We also make a few predictions about what the world of work, online tools and social media may be like in 2021 and ongoing, hopefully making it more beneficial and positive for all. Will there be more fact checking on Twitter and Facebook, with them deleting more of the disinformation out there? Will more and more businesses be more open to the id...

2020-12-2232 min

BrumPod How Will The Upcoming Clean Air Zone Affect The Birmingham Business Community?[Apologies for the crackly audio in the early part of the episode - was due to broadband connection interference with our guest. This improves greatly just before 11mins in.] In this episode, we talk to Councillor Waseem Zaffar from the ‘Brum Breathes’ department at Birmingham City Council who are launching the Clean Air Zone in the city. Waseem explains what exactly a Clean Air Zone is, who will be affected, who will be charged, and who will be exempt from the charges. Will everyone have to pay? Is it...

2020-12-1739 min

satERdate with satERdate with Bung Iwan SyahrilMalem minggu malem yang seru buat mikirin kamu, duhai para guru. Ditemani oleh Bung Iwan Syahril, Direktur Jenderal Guru dan Tenaga Kependidikan, Kementrian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan RI, satERdate with kali ini membahas tentang guru terutama tentang pandangan Bung Iwan terhadap pengembangan kualitas guru di Indonesia dan bagaimana literasi berperan penting didalamnya. Obrolan renyah yang bikin gumregah, karena ternyata banyak harapan yang terkembang. Yuk langsung simak, satERdate with Bung Iwan Syahril yang sayang sekali mines mas Thomas karena sedang menjalankan tugas negara. Gass!

2020-12-1238 min

BrumPod BrumPod034: The Future Of The Electric Car - Is It Right For You? A Deep Dive With A Motoring JournalistIn this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of electric cars and where they’re going, with motoring journalist Richard Aucock from MotoringResearch.com. We take a look at how far electric cars have come on, technology wise, in just a few short years - and what the future of driving electric will be in the NEXT few years; both in terms of the car tech itself, and the infrastructure needed to support it. From the inception of the 1st Nissan Leaf with its very limited range, we now have electric cars ca...

2020-12-0450 min

Press Play On This Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.[German] - Sag's mit Rosen - Geschichten aus dem Rosengarten (ungekürzt) by Hugo Von Hofmannsthal, Iwan Turgenjew, Wilhelm Busch, Oscar Wilde, William ShakespearePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/496637to listen full audiobooks. Title: [German] - Sag's mit Rosen - Geschichten aus dem Rosengarten (ungekürzt) Author: Hugo Von Hofmannsthal, Iwan Turgenjew, Wilhelm Busch, Oscar Wilde, William Shakespeare Narrator: Thomas Fränzel, Petra Schmidt-Schaller Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 12 minutes Release date: December 4, 2020 Genres: Poetry Publisher's Summary: Das Verschenken einer roten Rose ist seit jeher Ausdruck von Zuneigung und Liebe. So war es schon vor vielen tausenden von Jahren und so ist es bis heute geblieben. Einfache Bürger sowie Könige pflanzten sie an, hegten und pflegten sie und erfreuten sich ihrer schi...

2020-12-041h 12

Discover Top Full Audiobooks in Literature, Poetry [German] - Sag's mit Rosen - Geschichten aus dem Rosengarten (ungekürzt) by Hugo Von Hofmannsthal, Iwan Turgenjew, Wilhelm Busch, Oscar Wilde, William ShakespearePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/496637to listen full audiobooks. Title: [German] - Sag's mit Rosen - Geschichten aus dem Rosengarten (ungekürzt) Author: Hugo Von Hofmannsthal, Iwan Turgenjew, Wilhelm Busch, Oscar Wilde, William Shakespeare Narrator: Thomas Fränzel, Petra Schmidt-Schaller Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 12 minutes Release date: December 4, 2020 Genres: Poetry Publisher's Summary: Das Verschenken einer roten Rose ist seit jeher Ausdruck von Zuneigung und Liebe. So war es schon vor vielen tausenden von Jahren und so ist es bis heute geblieben. Einfache Bürger sowie Könige pflanzten sie an, hegten und pflegten sie und erfreuten sich ihrer schi...

2020-12-041h 12

De Vliegende Podcast Voetnoten: Luchtvaarthistoricus Marc Dierikx over aflevering 5In deze historische bijsluiter bij aflevering 5 van Vliegende Hollanders vertelt Marc Dierikx waarom Fokkers gesynchroniseerde machinegeweer zijn 'finest hour' was en waarom de legendarische Pelikaanvlucht van het grootste belang was voor Plesman en het voortbestaan van de KLM. Ook gaan we wat dieper in op een aantal bijpersonages uit de serie zoals piloot Iwan Smirnoff en Fokkers vaste constructeur Reinhold Platz.

2020-11-2643 min

BrumPod BrumPod033: The Network Shoutout Episode - This Time It's All About You!In this special edition episode, we wanted to turn the podcast over to you! So we've invited a handful of folks we know well to submit their own audio promo pitches, as a way of introducing them to you, the wider world. Since England is in Lockdown 2, we feel it's more important than ever to keep up your marketing and networking, to ensure you've got a good pipeline of work coming in during these uncertain times. And one way to do that is giving folks the opportunity to introduce themselves to a new audience, namely, you! They're...

2020-11-1825 min

BrumPod Brumpod032: Brummies Jobs Exchange And How We Can All Help Each Other Throughout Lockdown 2 And BeyondIn this episode, we’re launching a new initiative, the ‘Brummies Jobs Exchange’ - our way of helping to link up people who are either seeking new employment if they’ve say been made redundant due to COVID19 etc - or indeed if you are a company who have roles available looking to be filled, we want to try and help you fill them. This isn’t a commercial venture, and we’re not acting as recruiters - we are simply helping provide a platform and an audience via our Brummies Networking LinkedIn Group, website and social media channe...

2020-11-0424 min

The Andy Jaye Podcast Nigel Havers, Shane Lynch, Iwan Thomas & David Baddiel Welcome to The Andy Jaye Podcast - previously titled 'Driven Celebrities' which is the podcasted version of 'Driven', the radio show on talkRADIO.In this weeks pod, we have the actor - Nigel Havers, Boyzone star turned motorsport figure - Shane Lynch, Olympian - Iwan Thomas and comedian and actor David Baddiel who offers us an extended conversation not heard on the radio! Four amazing guests! - all for your listening pleasure. Please do drop us a rating and a review if you can as we love reading your lovely comments and don't f...

2020-11-0357 min

The PLANED Podcast Gareth Reynolds from Dale SailingGareth Reynolds whilst being the Managing Director for Dale Sailing in Neyland, and a Trustee with PLANED, is also embarking on a life changing challenge by rowing 3,000 miles solo, across the Atlantic this December. He talks to Iwan Thomas from PLANED about the impact of COVID on his business, his motivation behind the challenge, the charity he is supporting, as well as his playlist for the 45 days in the middle of the ocean! To find out more about the challenge and to donate, please go to: www.atlanticdragonrow.com

2020-11-0222 min

BrumPod BrumPod031: Midlands COVID Update, New iPhone Launch & 5G Expansion PLUS How To Support Local Small BusinessesIn this episode, we're offering up more of a slightly shorter and snappier 'updates episode', just to give you the heads up about the latest news re. COVID19 in the Midlands, and what West Midlands Mayor's latest announcement is. We also talk about the impact the local lockdowns and new Tier system is having on the region as a whole - with hospitality being hit quite hard yet again. Apple have also recently announced the new iPhone 12 series of phones, with launch happening Friday 23rd October. Why is this relevant? Because this is Apple's first f...

2020-10-2226 min

BrumPod BrumPod030: Decoding The Winter Economy Plan with Alistair Hayward-WrightIn this episode, we’re talking to Alistair Hayward-Wright, from Hayward-Wright Accountancy Group, who helps us to decode and decipher Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Winter Economy Plan, the scheme that will replace the furlough and SEISS grant payments ongoing. It’s been an incredibly tough time throughout COVID-19 for all businesses, both the self-employed and those who are salaried. With numerous inevitable redundancies being mentioned on LinkedIn and beyond, now is the time to really focus on future plans to ensure your business stays afloat, and ideally, thrives as best it can.

2020-10-0228 min

BrumPod BrumPod029: PR vs Marketing - What's Right For You? Setting Up An Agency During A Pandemic! Plus How To Deal With Negative PRIn this episode we talk to Leila Smith from Promise PR and Creative, a PR agency based in Solihull. Leila set up her agency during the pandemic! So we explore how that went, and what brought her to that point. We explore the world of PR versus marketing - how and why they're different, and how to decipher what a business might need. Lots of businesses during the pandemic and lockdown period starting cutting back spending on PR and marketing, so Leila explains why it's more important than ever to kick things up a...

2020-09-1633 min

BrumPod BrumPod028: Lisa Brown from Lisa B Interior Design - The Design Industry During Covid, And Are The General Public Creative?In this episode, we speak to special guest Lisa Brown from Lisa B Interior Design, a design agency based at the Custard Factory, Birmingham. We discuss what the state of the design industry has been like during COVID, as well as hearing her backstory about how she got to where she is now. We also pose the question, just HOW creative is the general public when it comes to starting a new project? What to do when there's no forthcoming information from a prospective client! And of course, how to handle the situation when residential c...

2020-09-0232 min

drivenchat 'The Gold Medal Petrol Head' - with Iwan Thomas MBEThis week on The Driven Chat Podcast Andy, John and Amy are joined by Olympic Athlete Iwan Thomas MBE who reveals his passion for fast cars, loud bikes and...fire?Iwan reveals his 'true petrol head' status when questioned by John Marcar, is given a blast from the past by Amy Shore and is questioned by Andy Jaye on his rather interesting technique of disposing of a garden shed... See the behind the scenes photos and videos on instagram and twitter via @drivenchat, and see plenty of video content on our facebook page and youtube channel...

2020-08-2441 min

BrumPod BrumPod027: With Jordan Patel from Art.Quarter, Birmingham's Newest And Most Adventurous Multi-Use Commercial & Retail Space Yet!In this episode, we talk to Jordan Patel from Art.Quarter, which will end up being, we think, Birmingham's most adventurous multi-use site yet; currently being built, it will end up housing commercial units, office space, retail outlets and pop-up shops, food and drink outlets, technology centres, AR and VR gaming centre, amongst many other things! All in the heart of Digbeth, the home of Birmingham's creative industries. We find out how the build and overall project is going, especially with the inevitable setbacks with COVID19, who this venue is for, and how it can be utilised...

2020-08-0540 min

BrumPod BrumPod026: Returning To The Office After Lockdown. Do You Want To? Do You Have To? How Different will It Be?In this episode we take a look at the issue of returning to the office after so long. How different are things going to be now? Is your workplace geared up and ready? Is it safe? How do you feel about it all? What are the expectations, and your rights as an employee if things don't seem to be up to scratch? Has all this changed how we work forever? There's certainly been a major environmental impact given a study we touch upon, as well as people's mindsets having changed and been slightly re-evaluated. We lo...

2020-07-2333 min

JD Cymru Premier News #JDCymruPremier Dod i Nabod / Getting to Know Episode 21 - Iwan WilliamsEpisode 21 of our 'Getting to Know' series sees Jamie Thomas catching up with former Caernarfon Town and Llandudno FC Manager Iwan Williams - current Director of Football at Bangor 1876, who are making their own charge through Welsh football to try and reach the pinnacle of the Welsh game, Having started his managerial journey at just 29 years old at The Oval with the Cofis, Iwan took the JD Cymru North by storm in his first year at the club, taking the Canaries to a league-and-cup double, before masterminding many more memorable moments for the Gwynedd club ... eventually taking the...

2020-07-1640 min

The 4theRegion Podcast 04. Cohesive Communities with Iwan ThomasPembrokeshire-based PLANED is one of the organisations committed to making a difference across our region, by improving the quality of life of communities through focusing on their opportunities, potential and helping them to achieve their aspirations. We spoke to the CEO of PLANED, Iwan Thomas, about the communities they work with, projects they are running and what he sees as the priorities for Pembrokeshire and the wider region as we emerge from lockdown.

2020-07-0943 min

BrumPod BrumPod025: How the hospitality industry needs a radical rethink, with guest Anthony Tattum from Big Cat AgencyWith special guest: Anthony Tattum from Big Cat Agency. In this episode, we talk to Anthony Tattum, CEO of Birmingham based creative agency, Big Cat. We discuss how, in a post-COVID world, the hospitality industry needs a radical rethink in how they operate, to optimise earnings and efficiency, given how there will be so many restrictions for months to come. Many businesses have managed to adapt really well through lockdown, operating in a different capacity to what they're used to, by offering additional or amended services; takeaways, produce boxes, meal kits etc. Something...

2020-07-0738 min

BrumPod BrumPod024: Will You Be Covered Post-COVID19? What Should You Be Checking Right Now? We Talk To An Insurance BrokerIn this episode, we talk to Daniel O'Brien, an insurance broker from Aston Lark. We discuss the current state of the insurance industry in the midst of the pandemic, what cover you THINK you have, what cover you NEED, and lots of top tips and advice that all business owners should be aware of to ensure you're fully covered for all eventualities once we reach that golden egg that is 'the new normal'. We cover areas such as what business owners and facilities managers need to consider when re-opening on July 4th, how the exposure...

2020-06-2442 min

Movember: In The Barber Chair Ep6: Iwan ThomasFormer Olympian Iwan Thomas talks to host Matt Johnson about his struggles after an injury-plagued career forced him into retirement and about the importance of speaking out when you have a problem with your mental or physical health See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2020-06-1000 min

Finance Unpacked: Closing the Advice Gap with Gareth Shears & Shane Hyland Olympian mindset with Jamie BaulchIn this episode we’re going to be talking to Jamie Baulch Entrepreneur and Olympian.Jamie’s talent for running was spotted by his Headmaster, Eric Atkins, on sports day at Henllys Junior School in Newport. After beating everyone so convincingly on that memorable sports day, Mr Atkins encouraged Jamie to join Newport Harriers, in South Wales. After the introduction to athletics, when Jamie was only 10 years old he never looked back. Jamie developed into one of the big personalities of the British athletics team, recognised by his peroxide dreadlocks for many years, which led to a...

2020-06-0454 min

BrumPod BrumPod023: How To Manage Flexible And Remote Working Employees Effectively In The New NormalToday's Guest - Sarah Burns from Handled PA- https://handled-pa.com In this episode we talk to Sarah Burns from Handled PA, a virtual PA service based in Birmingham. As someone who runs an entire team completely virtually online, as well as of course their clients, she is well positioned to give some great advice as to how businesses might manage remote working and flexible working environments ongoing post-COVID19, in what has been referred to as 'the new normal'. There is talk of some businesses re-evaluating their...

2020-06-0329 min

De toekomst van de media Tips om een goede podcast te maken van Iwan ReuvekampJaap van Zessen en Thomas Boeschoten (chef digitaal en digitaal strateeg bij AD.nl) onderzoeken hoe de media eruit ziet in een veranderend medialandschap. Moeten ze na een lange winterslaap nog door met de podcast en wat moet er veranderen? In ieder geval de naam! In de eerste aflevering van het nieuwe seizoen bellen ze met Iwan Reuvekamp. Iwan is Audio & Innovation manager en geeft adviezen hoe de podcast weer nieuw leven ingeblazen kan worden. Support the show: https://krant.nlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2020-05-1445 min

Institute of Welsh Affairs 07/05/2020 Rethinking Wales: Wales' Future EconomyAn open, politically independent and inclusive space for discussion and debate is the best way to identify the challenges we face in Wales because of Covid-19, and work out where the opportunities for real change are. We are well placed to bring those voices together, and the IWA #RethinkingWales series will explore how different sectors need to respond to this crisis and how we need to start thinking differently. This week the topic of the discussion is Wales' future economy and we will be exploring two questions: What are the immediate problems Wales faces a...

2020-05-071h 08

BrumPod BrumPod022: Lockdown Week 7. How Is Life Changing? The Dangers Of Not Diversifying - Like Primark. And Gov Portal for Self-Employed Income Support Now OpenWe're now in Week 7 of Lockdown here in the UK. We chat about how things have changed, and where things might be going once Lockdown is lifted. Will businesses still flock on their normal commute into city centres? Or will there continue to be more working from home? Big businesses to scale down their operations to maintain smaller centralised hubs? It would make sense maybe. Our main topic is about the dangers of businesses not diversifying - with Primark being the prime example in recent days, them having ceased to make any money overnight since...

2020-05-0636 min

BrumPod BrumPod021: Dealing With Stress During Lockdown With Martin WarrillowIn this episode, our special guest is Martin 'The Warrior' Warrillow, a stroke awareness campaigner, blogger and podcaster. Martin suffered a stroke in 2013 after dealing with a tremendous amount of job related stress. After collapsing whilst crossing a road & nearly being hit by an oncoming bus, he managed to drag himself to safety, with half his body paralysed, with only a foot between him and the passing bus. During this period of global lockdown, stress is going to be playing an ever-increasing role in many people's lives. Hopefully this episode will help in some way, gi...

2020-04-1735 min

BrumPod BrumPod020: How Businesses Can Use Marketing And Social Media To Their Advantage During The Coronavirus CrisisThis episode's guest - Greta Geoghegan from Digital Glue - https://digitalglue.agency With the continuing coronavirus/COVID-19 crisis dominating every headline and website, we try to cut through things to offer some help and support for small businesses. In this episode, we're talking to Greta about how small businesses can utilise marketing and social media to their advantage to help get them through this period of uncertainty. What platforms might be useful for you. What tools she recommends for various tasks. And the importance of building community at this time of nationwide lockdown. How c...

2020-03-3133 min

BrumPod BrumPod019: Coronavirus - How Is it Affecting Small Business? How Can We Adapt And Survive? How The Government May Help. Plus Tips For Working From HomeIn this episode we're (unsurprisingly) looking at Coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it's currently affecting small businesses. With so much fear and worry in the world right now, small businesses are having to think on their feet, adapt quickly, and do what they can to survive through this period of uncertainty. The hospitality industry is a particular worry, as the government tell the public we should be refraining from visiting bars, pubs, clubs and restaurants. So many are now turning to offer takeaways and collection/delivery services, in order to get through this period of otherwise having very...

2020-03-1931 min

The PLANED Podcast PLANED's Response to the Coronavirus SituationIt's early 2020 and the effects of Covid-19 pandemic brought about by the spread of the coronavirus are being felt everywhere. In this podcast John asks Iwan Thomas, the CEO, and Julie Davies, PLANED's HR Officer, how the virus is affecting us and what we are doing to manage the potential disruption. from the DATRIS Project supported by the National Lottery Community Fund

2020-03-1813 min

BrumPod BrumPod018: Brummies Networking's 5th Anniversary! Our Origins & Where We're Going. Plus, How Networking Has Changed With LinkedInWe're back from hiatus! In this episode we're going a bit self-reflective, talking about how Brummies Networking has recently turned 5yrs old! But as many will know, we've been going even longer than that, just under a different guise. We discuss how it all came about, the changes we've seen along the way, how networking attitudes have changed, how technologies have evolved for us to continue the networking far easier online, forging even closer relationships thanks to tools like LinkedIn; and how our group wouldn't be anything like it is now without our fantastic members. W...

2020-02-2631 min

Glory Hunters All Saints PlayCharlie Baker introduces another gladiatorial combat of wits as Man Utd, in the shape of Will Mellor and Dougie Anderson take on Southampton, represented by Iwan Thomas and Natalie Sawyer. In this episode we learn how to spice up half-time, why Dougie has an irrational hatred of PSG and which manager gave Will the hair-dryer treatment. Contains bonus material not included in the broadcast version of the show for the listening pleasure of podcast listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2020-02-1746 min

Nathan K Podcasts Iwan Thomas MBE - THE LIFE OF A WORLD CHAMPIONGreat to hear from a British legend about the highs and lows of what it takes to become a world champion. We discussed everything from his love for cars, motorbikes and whats comes after running. Can you guess what his first car was? Iwan Gwyn Thomas MBE is a British sprinter who represented Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the Olympic Games in the 400 metres, and Wales at the Commonwealth Games. Thomas is a former European, Commonwealth Games and World (4x400m relay) champion.

2020-02-0238 min

BrumPod BrumPod: Stick with us - Rich explains our absence - We will be back very soon!Thanks for sticking with BrumPod - we're really sorry we haven't brought you any episodes lately - Rich moved house mid December, and has been without proper broadband ever since! (The joys of living in the countryside) However, installation of the broadband is now within DAYS so we will be bringing you regular episodes again very soon. So thanks for staying with us and being a subscriber, we look forward to bringing you lots more episodes this year, with some fantastic guests along the way! We'll be back in your favourite podcast app, VERY soon.... ...

2020-01-2201 min

Glory Hunters The Name of the GameThis week Charlie Baker presents a south coast derby as Southampton supporting sprinter, Iwan Thomas takes on comic and Brighton fan, Stephen Grant. In an episode high on incident Iwan reveals why he stopped to have a pint when he was running the London Marathon, team captains Natalie Sawyer and Andrew Ryan argue over what the England team can expect to win this decade and there's an intervention of VAR like proportions when Stephen Grant suggests that football should be renamed. A fixture not without controversy that's suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

2020-01-0646 min

BrumPod BrumPod017: Should Schools Teach Entrepreneurialism? Learning, Skills and Qualifications As A FreelancerIn Episode17 we discuss an offshoot topic from Episode 16, and look at how the world's attitude has changed over the years from kids growing up and being taught the traditional 'get a degree and then get a job' mentality. With the tools, technologies and platforms available these days, it's getting much easier for people looking to go down the self-employment and freelance route to be able to learn new skills, enhance their knowledge on different subjects to help prepare themselves for being a job creator, rather than just being someone 'with a job' in traditional employment.

2019-11-0522 min

Mental Health Monday Mental Health ExtraEvery Tuesday, Chasing the Stigma's Jake Mills joins Mick Coyle for a roundup of the week's mental health news, and offer his opinion on the week's Mental Health Monday. Plus, a chance to hear Mick's interview with Olympian Iwan Thomas as part of the launch of Movember 2019. Originally broadcast 5th November 2019. Follow @MrMickCoyle & @JakeMills1. Produced by @John_Fogarty.

2019-11-0518 min

Institute of Welsh Affairs 8/10/19 Understanding Welsh Places launchThe IWA hosted an event to launch our innovative new Understanding Welsh Places (UWP) website at the Pierhead building in Cardiff Bay. Auriol Miller then chaired a panel discussion about how UWP could be used as a catalyst for change in Welsh communities. Panel members were: Rocio Cifuentes, Director, Ethic Minority and Youth Support Team Wales Edward Humphreys, Town Clerk, Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council Chris Jones, Director, Chris Jones Regeneration Iwan Thomas, Chief Executive, PLANED (Pembrokeshire Local Action Network for Enterprise and Development)

2019-10-251h 05

BrumPod BrumPod016: The Current And Future State Of The Modern WorkplaceIn this episode we look at the current and future state of the modern workplace, what a 'workplace' even consists of in this technological age. So many business folk can get on perfectly well with just a laptop, a phone and a decent broadband connection. Are traditional offices still as popular as they were with the idea of 'hotdesking' becoming more of a thing? More and more people are working flexible hours, remotely from home or coffee shops without feeling the need to be in an actual office. What will the future workplace be like? Wil...

2019-10-1825 min

RunPod Iwan Thomas MBEThis week joining the RunPod run club is a man who is faster than most...he has an enviable medal collection and has held the UK 400m record for an incredible 22 years! It is of course the one and only, Olympic medallist and blonde bombshell, Iwan Thomas. In this episode, Iwan gives us an insight into that Olympic mind set, reveals how to psyche out the competition and tells us what really happens in the pre-race holding room. We also learn what a “lactic acid bullet” feels like and Iwan shares some amazing tips that you can try on your next...

2019-10-1839 min

BrumPod BrumPod015: Apps, Mobile Websites, Smart Technologies and Small Business - How Can They Help You?Episode 15 sees us talking to our special guest, Doug Ward, from B13 Technology based in Birmingham. Doug is a tech expert who deals with mobile technologies including app and software development and other web based tools. We discuss what the differences, pros and cons are between these technologies and more importantly, HOW they can help you as a small business. Are they easy to access? Does your business need an app or is it fine to just utilise a mobile friendly website? Can they revolutionise the way you work and interact with your customers? How will 5G a...

2019-09-2730 min

Glory Hunters Widdicombe & The WhopperCharlie Baker hosts the sporting quiz that aims to find the smartest celebrity fans in football.This week team captains Natalie Sawyer and Iwan Thomas are joined by West Ham fan Kris Akabusi and Plymouth Argyle supporter Josh Widdicombe. In this edition we learn why Kris thinks keeping score in sport is a waste of time, why diving should be encouraged and who was the football superstar Josh Widdicombe was sent to buy a burger and sweets for? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2019-09-0959 min

Glory Hunters TUPAC IT INCharlie Baker hosts the sporting quiz show that aims to find the smartest celebrity fans in football. Each week guests will have the honour of representing the team they support as they attempt to progress to the next round.This edition sees team captains Natalie Sawyer and Luke Moore joined by comedian and Brentford fan Nathan Caton and Southampton supporting athlete Iwan Thomas.Over a series of rounds they’ll attempt to score as many goals as possible as we also discover which sport they each hate, how to solve Brexit and who ma...

2019-08-191h 01

Helle Panke Thomas Möbius: "Russland in Blut gewaschen" - Revolutionsjahr und Folgen in der Literatur 1/3Dr. Wladislaw Hedeler und Dr. Thomas Möbius im Gespräch mit der Literaturwissenschaftlerin Prof. Dr. Christa Ebert, der Übersetzerin Gabriele Leupold und der Lektorin Christina Links. Mitschnitt einer Veranstaltung in der Reihe „Rückkehr und kultureller Aufbruch“ vom 16. November 2016 Der bevorstehende 100. Jahrestag des Revolutionsjahres in Russland ist für die Redaktion der Zeitschrift Berliner Debatte Initial Anlass, Literaturwissenschaftler, Historiker und Übersetzer an zwei Abenden in das Max-Lingner-Haus einzuladen, um über die Darstellung von Vor-Oktober, Februarrevolution, Oktoberumsturz und Bürgerkrieg in Romanen, Erzählungen, Dokumentationen zu diskutieren. Wie wurden die Texte über Revolution und Bürgerkrieg rezipiert und übersetzt? Welche Fragen verbanden...

2019-08-0805 min

Institute of Welsh Affairs May 2019: IWA Debate - “Brain Drain or Growing Wings: should more be done to ensure Welsh students study in Wales?”IWA and Cardiff University debate hosted by Eversheds-Sutherland in Cardiff on 1st May 2019. Claire Sanders, Director of Communications and Marketing, Cardiff University, welcomes delegates to the debate, and is followed by the Chair. Chair: Bethan Lewis, Education & Family correspondent, BBC Cymru Wales introduces panelists and opens debate: Panellists: Theo Davies Lewis, Co-Founder, Darogan Ami Jones, HR Consultant, Aible Dr Frances Gerrard, Clinical Senior Lecturer, Cardiff University School of Medicine Iwan Thomas, CEO, PLANED

2019-05-141h 29

The James Gray Show on Love Sport Radio Sarriball works! Why Chelsea are making progress, Kevin Campbell on Arsenal and Iwan Thomas on Caster SemenyaEx-Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell talks up the Aubameyang and Lacazette partnership, James is impressed by Maurizio Sarri and why Caster Semenya and Stan Wawrinka are the kind of people we need in sport.

2019-05-0344 min

BrumPod BrumPod-Ep1: Are Business Cards Dead?, & How To NetworkIn BrumPod's inaugural episode, we discuss the relevance of business cards in today's technological society; do they still serve a purpose? Also we talk about business networking, and give our top tips as to how you can maximise your results from it. Brought to you by Brummies Networking's team members; Richard Heathcote, Jason Jones, Iwan Thomas & Danny Peters. Podcast produced by Happy Content Co. https://happycontentco.com https://brummies-networking.co.uk Music by Birocratic - http://birocratic.com

2018-09-1423 min

On the Sporting Couch On The Sporting Couch: Iwan ThomasThe former Olympic athlete who speaks about his struggles with depression following the end of his sporting career See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2017-11-2000 min

Podpeth Podpeth #39 - Sesiwn Fawr 2017Wythnos yma mae Elin, Hywel ac Iwan yn cerdded o gwmpas Dolgellau ar y Dydd Sul, lle mae Iestyn Tyne yn bwyta wyau a'r comedïwr Dan Thomas yn trafod The Room. Yn ogystal â hyn, mae Guto Howells, Gerwyn Murray, Gwilym Bowen Rhys a Gruff Jones yn ymddangos, ac mae Iwan yn sôn am be ddigwyddodd pan aeth o am suit fitting. Hefyd, mae @SpursMel efo SyniaDad newydd - "Lle Mae Wali?".

2017-07-241h 06

Marathon Talk Episode 69 - Iwan ThomasWith individual and relay medals at World, Olympic, European, and Commonwealth level Iwan Thomas has more recently been having fun over 26.2 miles, Martin caught up with probably the fastest runner we've ever had on the show! Tom started his taper early, Tony rang the wedding bells and the Marathon Talk community was racing all round the World!

2011-05-041h 45