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The Healthtech Podcast#425 Is it unethical not to use AI in mental health care? (Part 2): Dr Ross Harper from LimbicIn the second episode of this two-part series, James is joined by Dr. Ross Harper, CEO and co-founder of Limbic. Limbic is developing clinical-grade AI tools for mental health care, designed to be deployed in clinical settings. Their goal is to enhance the capacity of trained professionals and help meet the overwhelming demand for mental health services.Listen to Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7wTwZ1SjfFsjy4IKkcOIzEConnect with Ross: https://www.linkedin.com/in/refharper/Learn more: https://www.limbic.ai/
2025-12-0341 min
The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 37: Alastair ClarkAlastair Clark is one of the loveliest people I've ever met. Not only an instrumental part of the PBH Free Fringe Weekender, gig organiser, booker and shining light of the Northern comedy scene, he's also an incredible comedian. He blends storytelling, sincerity and silliness into some of the best performances you could hope to see.
Alongside a superb set, Alastair chats with host and MC James Ross about love, music and neurodivergence.
If you'd like to see more from Alastair you can follow him on Instagram HERE, you can also see him at his gig...
2025-12-0135 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 37: Alastair ClarkAlastair Clark is one of the loveliest people I've ever met. Not only an instrumental part of the PBH Free Fringe Weekender, gig organiser, booker and shining light of the Northern comedy scene, he's also an incredible comedian. He blends storytelling, sincerity and silliness into some of the best performances you could hope to see.
Alongside a superb set, Alastair chats with host and MC James Ross about love, music and neurodivergence.
If you'd like to see more from Alastair you can follow him on Instagram HERE, you can also see him at his gig...
2025-12-0135 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 36: Bronwyn SweeneyBronwyn Sweeney is an absolute belter of a performer. She's also one of QL's Champion of Champions! A fitting title for someone so genuinely delightful to have on stage. And this is the very set that won her that honour!
Alongside a superb (award-winning) set, Bronwyn chats with host and MC James Ross about identity, maturity and place.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Ok, so Bronwyn's audio was a little corrupted. It means she sounds like an incredibly charismatic robot. I can assure you all that she is not AI!
If you'd like to se...
2025-10-3138 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 36: Bronwyn SweeneyBronwyn Sweeney is an absolute belter of a performer. She's also one of QL's Champion of Champions! A fitting title for someone so genuinely delightful to have on stage. And this is the very set that won her that honour!
Alongside a superb (award-winning) set, Bronwyn chats with host and MC James Ross about identity, maturity and place.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Ok, so Bronwyn's audio was a little corrupted. It means she sounds like an incredibly charismatic robot. I can assure you all that she is not AI!
If you'd like to se...
2025-10-3138 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 35: John RobertsonJohn Robertson is the closest you'll get to watching a catastrophic weather event without risk to your personal safety. Creator of award-winning show The Dark Room and a superb improv comic, John walks that knife edge of high intensity, high energy crowd work without falling into the lazy trap of biting the hand that claps.
Alongside an absolute blinder of a headline set, John talks with host and MC James Ross about The Dark Room, crowd work and being a labrador or golden retriever boyfriend.
CW: The execution of the Romanovs if you're still sore a...
2025-10-011h 05The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 35: John RobertsonJohn Robertson is the closest you'll get to watching a catastrophic weather event without risk to your personal safety. Creator of award-winning show The Dark Room and a superb improv comic, John walks that knife edge of high intensity, high energy crowd work without falling into the lazy trap of biting the hand that claps.
Alongside an absolute blinder of a headline set, John talks with host and MC James Ross about The Dark Room, crowd work and being a labrador or golden retriever boyfriend.
CW: The execution of the Romanovs if you're still sore a...
2025-10-011h 05
Your Health Your WayFrom Burnout to Breakthrough: One Doctor's JourneyDr. James Ross introduces Your Health Your Way, a podcast focused on wholeness of mind, body, and spirit rather than just dietary plans or lab results. This is a space for people who want to live long and well, who are tired of burnout culture, and who seek to align their health with their deeper values.• Health as wholeness - integrating physical, mental, and spiritual well-being• Dr. Ross shares his personal journey from achievement-focused medicine to burnout• Finding success but missing peace - the turning point that led to true healing• Moving from performance to prese...
2025-09-1906 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 34: Emily BamptonEmily Bampton is glorious. An elite champion of champion on the QL stage, she performs with incredible energy while chronically oversharing.
Alongside a wonderful set, Emily talks with host and MC James Ross about race, boys and the cyclical MLM scheme that is incel culture.
CW: Incels, experience of racism.
If you'd like to see more from Emily you can find her Instagram HERE and her website HERE with links to upcoming gigs and videos. If you'd like to contact Emily about dating her brother I can't stop you.
Do you...
2025-09-0142 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 34: Emily BamptonEmily Bampton is glorious. An elite champion of champion on the QL stage, she performs with incredible energy while chronically oversharing.
Alongside a wonderful set, Emily talks with host and MC James Ross about race, boys and the cyclical MLM scheme that is incel culture.
CW: Incels, experience of racism.
If you'd like to see more from Emily you can find her Instagram HERE and her website HERE with links to upcoming gigs and videos. If you'd like to contact Emily about dating her brother I can't stop you.
Do you...
2025-09-0142 minThe Healthtech Podcast#411 Dr Ross Harper from Limbic: Is It Unethical Not to Use AI in Mental Health Care? (Part 1)In the first episode of this two-part series, James is joined by Dr. Ross Harper, CEO and co-founder of Limbic. Limbic is developing clinical-grade AI tools for mental health care, designed to be deployed in clinical settings. Their goal is to enhance the capacity of trained professionals and help meet the overwhelming demand for mental health services.Connect with Ross: https://www.linkedin.com/in/refharper/Learn more: https://www.limbic.ai/Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.com
2025-08-2048 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 33: Heidi ReganHeidi Regan is a wonder. If you haven't had a chance to see her, by all means find one! She is a writerly comic, but not the typical one-line merchant that normally describes. She is by turns surreal and tangential, but an absolute master of narrative craft.
Alongside an incredible set, Heidi talks with host and MC James Ross about rebellious wombs, the death of God and just the right amount of D&D.
CW: Fertility, endometriosis & experience of homophobia. Also explaining that Santa isn't real.
If you'd like to see more from H...
2025-08-011h 00The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 33: Heidi ReganHeidi Regan is a wonder. If you haven't had a chance to see her, by all means find one! She is a writerly comic, but not the typical one-line merchant that normally describes. She is by turns surreal and tangential, but an absolute master of narrative craft.
Alongside an incredible set, Heidi talks with host and MC James Ross about rebellious wombs, the death of God and just the right amount of D&D.
CW: Fertility, endometriosis & experience of homophobia. Also explaining that Santa isn't real.
If you'd like to see more from H...
2025-08-011h 00
Design Principles PodDesign With Intent: A Conversation with Architects, Seear-Budd RossSend us a textThe seemingly effortless elegance of minimalist architecture masks the extraordinary attention to detail required to achieve it. Tom Seear-Budd and James Ross, founders of Wellington-based Seear-Budd Ross Architects, pull back the curtain on this process, revealing the meticulous thought behind their refined residential designs.Having established their practice nearly six years ago after departing larger commercial firms, the pair sought greater autonomy and the opportunity to create more intentional, considered work. What began with barely a month's worth of projects ahead has evolved into a respected studio known for exceptionally clean...
2025-07-2355 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 32: Mark CramMark Cram is the best kind of comic, giving every ounce of charisma to the audience then pulling the whole crowd along on a beautiful narrative ride with so much energy, heart and sincerity.
Alongside an absolute belter of a set, Mark talks with host and MC James Ross about the interplay of high and low status on stage, audience interaction and how the truth can be funny, poetic and memorable.
Editor's Note: Mark's audio was completely corrupted for this one so I had to pull it from the call between James & Mark, apologies for...
2025-07-0142 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 32: Mark CramMark Cram is the best kind of comic, giving every ounce of charisma to the audience then pulling the whole crowd along on a beautiful narrative ride with so much energy, heart and sincerity.
Alongside an absolute belter of a set, Mark talks with host and MC James Ross about the interplay of high and low status on stage, audience interaction and how the truth can be funny, poetic and memorable.
Editor's Note: Mark's audio was completely corrupted for this one so I had to pull it from the call between James & Mark, apologies for...
2025-07-0142 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 31: Sam NicorestiSweet Potato Jam! Sam Nicoresti is incredible! Not only an incredibly adept wordsmith, but the combination of writerly surrealism, witty whimsy and so much sincerity that makes them an absolute delight to watch on the QL stage!
Alongside a superb set, Sam talks with host and MC James Ross about gender journeys, cancel culture and QL's run in with Joe Rogan.
Editor's Note: Not going to lie, I am delighted by this episode. I have listened to it a lot but each time there's more to hear and more to think about. I love this...
2025-06-0157 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 31: Sam NicorestiSweet Potato Jam! Sam Nicoresti is incredible! Not only an incredibly adept wordsmith, but the combination of writerly surrealism, witty whimsy and so much sincerity that makes them an absolute delight to watch on the QL stage!
Alongside a superb set, Sam talks with host and MC James Ross about gender journeys, cancel culture and QL's run in with Joe Rogan.
Editor's Note: Not going to lie, I am delighted by this episode. I have listened to it a lot but each time there's more to hear and more to think about. I love this...
2025-06-0157 min
Block by Block: A Show on Web3 Growth MarketingJames Ross: Mode Network A Look Back and What's AheadEpisode is brought to you by Infinex. Experience Crypto designed for humans. Get your free account today: https://app.infinex.xyz/?r=B2KSQJ77-------------------------In this conversation, James Ross, founder of Mode Network, a Layer 2 Blockchain on Ethereum, discusses his journey into the crypto space, the achievements and challenges faced by Mode Network in its first year, and the strategic pivot towards integrating AI into decentralized finance. He elaborates on the launch of the AI Agent App Store, the collaboration with BitTensor for decentralized intelligence, crypto marketing with Peter Abilla, and the e...
2025-05-2635 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 30: James O'DonoghueJames O'Donoghue is a delightful comedian. The kind of angry that blends with whimsy, energy and care that works a treat for the QL audience.
Alongside a superb set, James talks with host and MC James Ross about non-binary identities, the misconceptions of casting directors and being an angry Marxist who'd still do an advert.
CW: Experiences of homophobia, Donald Trump
Editor's note: Ok... so this was recorded waaaaay back when we all had at least a modicum of hope. So there is discussion and speculation about the events that have since become m...
2025-05-0146 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 30: James O'DonoghueJames O'Donoghue is a delightful comedian. The kind of angry that blends with whimsy, energy and care that works a treat for the QL audience.
Alongside a superb set, James talks with host and MC James Ross about non-binary identities, the misconceptions of casting directors and being an angry Marxist who'd still do an advert.
CW: Experiences of homophobia, Donald Trump
Editor's note: Ok... so this was recorded waaaaay back when we all had at least a modicum of hope. So there is discussion and speculation about the events that have since become m...
2025-05-0146 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 29: Jonny CollinsJonny Collins is a glorious comedian whose boundless energy is a joy to behold, exploring the fallacies of gender through the lense of their own experience with an absurdist bent. She's the fantastic host of Blizzard Comedy, very much the spiritual Northern sibling to our dear QL, and also a QL competition winner from back in the day!
Alongside a superb set, Jonny talks with host and MC James Ross about gender, the fetishisation of trans bodies and 9/11.
CWs: Experiences of Gender dysphoria, 9/11
EDIT NOTE: Ok, the crowd sound kind of weird during the...
2025-04-0136 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 29: Jonny CollinsJonny Collins is a glorious comedian whose boundless energy is a joy to behold, exploring the fallacies of gender through the lense of their own experience with an absurdist bent. She's the fantastic host of Blizzard Comedy, very much the spiritual Northern sibling to our dear QL, and also a QL competition winner from back in the day!
Alongside a superb set, Jonny talks with host and MC James Ross about gender, the fetishisation of trans bodies and 9/11.
CWs: Experiences of Gender dysphoria, 9/11
EDIT NOTE: Ok, the crowd sound kind of weird during the...
2025-04-0136 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 28: Olga KochOlga Koch is a massively accomplished performer and an absolute champion of the comedy world, appearing on (among others) Live at the Apollo, QI, Mock the Week and, even more prestigious, was the first QL Champion of Champions!
Alongside a phenomenal set, Olga talks with host and MC James Ross about parasocial relationships, the fallacy of Generative AI and Magic Mike.
CWs: Cancer, Slut Shaming and STIs
If you'd like to see more from Olga you can find her current tour dates for Olga Koch Comes from Money and details of her other...
2025-03-0148 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 28: Olga KochOlga Koch is a massively accomplished performer and an absolute champion of the comedy world, appearing on (among others) Live at the Apollo, QI, Mock the Week and, even more prestigious, was the first QL Champion of Champions!
Alongside a phenomenal set, Olga talks with host and MC James Ross about parasocial relationships, the fallacy of Generative AI and Magic Mike.
CWs: Cancer, Slut Shaming and STIs
If you'd like to see more from Olga you can find her current tour dates for Olga Koch Comes from Money and details of her other...
2025-03-0148 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 27: Will OwenWill Owen is exactly the kind of camp comic genius that goes down an absolute treat at QL. Playful, arch and a wonderful way to open any comedy night.
Alongside a fantastic set, Will talks with host and MC James Ross about queer archetypes, coming out and perpetually single friends.
If you'd like to see more of Will you can get tickets to his Soho Theatre show Like, Nobody's Watching HERE - you can also find him on social mediums HERE.
Do you want to see Will be the perfect acid bitch? Then...
2025-02-0138 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 27: Will OwenWill Owen is exactly the kind of camp comic genius that goes down an absolute treat at QL. Playful, arch and a wonderful way to open any comedy night.
Alongside a fantastic set, Will talks with host and MC James Ross about queer archetypes, coming out and perpetually single friends.
If you'd like to see more of Will you can get tickets to his Soho Theatre show Like, Nobody's Watching HERE - you can also find him on social mediums HERE.
Do you want to see Will be the perfect acid bitch? Then...
2025-02-0138 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 26: Sian DaviesSian Davies is an award-winning, working-class comic and an absolute legend. A wonderful writer, witty as hell and an incredible storyteller, exactly the type of comedian that thrives with a QL audience.
Alongside her brilliant set, Sian talks with host and MC James Ross about class, Big Dad Energy and the relative intelligence of her male cousins.
CW: Experiences of queerphobia
If you'd like to hear more from Sian, you can find her social media HERE, her website HERE, and her special "About Time" HERE.
As well as being the wonder yo...
2025-01-0135 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 26: Sian DaviesSian Davies is an award-winning, working-class comic and an absolute legend. A wonderful writer, witty as hell and an incredible storyteller, exactly the type of comedian that thrives with a QL audience.
Alongside her brilliant set, Sian talks with host and MC James Ross about class, Big Dad Energy and the relative intelligence of her male cousins.
CW: Experiences of queerphobia
If you'd like to hear more from Sian, you can find her social media HERE, her website HERE, and her special "About Time" HERE.
As well as being the wonder yo...
2025-01-0135 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 25: Andy BarrAndy Barr would be Byronic if Byron weren't an absolute nightmare and wore more interesting shirts. The tragic clown, a master of turns of phrase and void-staring. I wish I could describe him better but the fact is I'm not as good at describing Andy Barr as Andy Barr would be because he's amazing.
Alongside a superb set, Andy talks to host and MC James Ross about mental health, the 3 Act Structure of sets and just checking in on whether he's ok.
CW: Alcoholism, Depression
If you'd like to have more of Andy...
2024-12-0137 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 25: Andy BarrAndy Barr would be Byronic if Byron weren't an absolute nightmare and wore more interesting shirts. The tragic clown, a master of turns of phrase and void-staring. I wish I could describe him better but the fact is I'm not as good at describing Andy Barr as Andy Barr would be because he's amazing.
Alongside a superb set, Andy talks to host and MC James Ross about mental health, the 3 Act Structure of sets and just checking in on whether he's ok.
CW: Alcoholism, Depression
If you'd like to have more of Andy...
2024-12-0137 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 24: Richard ToddRichard Todd is a superb comic to watch - thoughtful, chaotic, just as at home with the surreal and the observed. It really is a treat to have him on at QL. Alongside an absolute blinder of a set, Richard also talks with host and MC James Ross about his previous wins, absurdism and grans.
If you'd like to see more of Richard and his art, you can find his website HERE, or follow him on a social medium HERE.
EDITORS NOTE: Our most eagle-eared patron Jenny was the first to spot the mistake on...
2024-11-0150 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 24: Richard ToddRichard Todd is a superb comic to watch - thoughtful, chaotic, just as at home with the surreal and the observed. It really is a treat to have him on at QL. Alongside an absolute blinder of a set, Richard also talks with host and MC James Ross about his previous wins, absurdism and grans.
If you'd like to see more of Richard and his art, you can find his website HERE, or follow him on a social medium HERE.
EDITORS NOTE: Our most eagle-eared patron Jenny was the first to spot the mistake on...
2024-11-0150 min
Money Grows on TreesThe 7 Hidden Taxes of a Successful Life: Navigating Success with Lloyd RossIn this enlightening episode of "Money Grows On Trees: The Podcast," host Lloyd Ross delves deep into the unseen challenges that ambitious individuals face on their path to success. These "taxes" are much more than financial; they encompass emotional, mental, and social tolls.
Lloyd breaks down the 7 hidden taxes that come with striving for greatness, sharing personal anecdotes and practical advice to help listeners recognize and navigate these hurdles. Tune in to discover how to turn these challenges into stepping stones for success.
Who is The Millionaire Money Mentor, Lloyd Ross:
Lloyd...
2024-10-0719 min
Podnews Weekly ReviewSpotify's Maya Prohovnik; plus Ross Adams from AcastThe Acast study: https://podnews.net/press-release/consumerismRead Podnews for the full Spotify interview: https://podnews.net/Send James & Sam a messageC-Suite PerspectivesElevate how you lead with insight from today’s most influential executives.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
2024-10-041h 19Podnews Weekly ReviewSpotify's Maya Prohovnik; plus Ross Adams from AcastThe Acast study: https://podnews.net/press-release/consumerismRead Podnews for the full Spotify interview: https://podnews.net/Send James & Sam a messageC-Suite PerspectivesElevate how you lead with insight from today’s most influential executives.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
2024-10-041h 19The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 23: SikisaSikisa is one of the absolute wonders of the current stand-up scene - as at home on Live at the Apollo as the equally prestigious Quantum Leopard! And alongside this absolutely wonderful set, she also talks with host and MC James Ross about immigration law and getting some dick.
CWs: Experiences of racism, violence against women, consent issues genitals and experience of sexual harassment.
If you'd like to see more from Sikisa you can find her website with more details HERE, or on if you'd like to hear more from her, she hosts the wonderful...
2024-10-0137 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 23: SikisaSikisa is one of the absolute wonders of the current stand-up scene - as at home on Live at the Apollo as the equally prestigious Quantum Leopard! And alongside this absolutely wonderful set, she also talks with host and MC James Ross about immigration law and getting some dick.
CWs: Experiences of racism, violence against women, consent issues genitals and experience of sexual harassment.
If you'd like to see more from Sikisa you can find her website with more details HERE, or on if you'd like to hear more from her, she hosts the wonderful...
2024-10-0137 min
The James Altucher ShowHow to Succeed in Business and Politics | Wilbur Ross (39th Secretary of Commerce)Here's a draft of your podcast show notes based on the Wilbur Ross episode:A Note from James:Wilbur Ross, the man, the myth, the legend. I'm going to be honest, back in 1999, I remember playing a lot of poker at the Mayfair Poker Club in New York City. There was a guy there who worked for Wilbur Ross, who was running huge private equity funds back then. I was jealous because I wanted to work for Wilbur Ross. He's been a consistent feature in building businesses decade after decade. Most recently, he served as Secretary of Commerce for all...
2024-09-171h 00The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 22: Bobbie JonesBobbie Jones is a superb queer comedian & writer, wielding a turn of phrase like a falchion of fun, and alongside a wonderful QL set she talks with host and MC James Ross about shaved tits, the Megabus and how pain is not the root of all creativity.
If you'd like to see more from Bobbie, she regularly performs with QL's Northern sibling Blizzard Comedy (they're taking a brief hiatus at the moment, but you can catch loads of their content HERE) or you can find her on TikTok HERE - very fun if you're into Zelda and...
2024-09-0130 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 22: Bobbie JonesBobbie Jones is a superb queer comedian & writer, wielding a turn of phrase like a falchion of fun, and alongside a wonderful QL set she talks with host and MC James Ross about shaved tits, the Megabus and how pain is not the root of all creativity.
If you'd like to see more from Bobbie, she regularly performs with QL's Northern sibling Blizzard Comedy (they're taking a brief hiatus at the moment, but you can catch loads of their content HERE) or you can find her on TikTok HERE - very fun if you're into Zelda and...
2024-09-0130 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 21: Nick EllerayNick Elleray is the kind of comedian, writer and glorious human who makes a QL night a sheer delight. He also makes it really hard to write a blurb that doesn't involve cliches like "wry humour" and "keen observations" but frankly... yeah. Alongside an absolutely blinding set, he also talks to host and MC James Ross about aging, love and Hastings.
If you want to see more from Nick, his website is HERE with details about his upcoming tour dates! Ooooooh.
Do you want to see what Nick looks like when he's "filming a Tik...
2024-08-1838 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 21: Nick EllerayNick Elleray is the kind of comedian, writer and glorious human who makes a QL night a sheer delight. He also makes it really hard to write a blurb that doesn't involve cliches like "wry humour" and "keen observations" but frankly... yeah. Alongside an absolutely blinding set, he also talks to host and MC James Ross about aging, love and Hastings.
If you want to see more from Nick, his website is HERE with details about his upcoming tour dates! Ooooooh.
Do you want to see what Nick looks like when he's "filming a Tik...
2024-08-1838 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 20: Athena KugblenuAthena Kugblenu is a glorious writer, stand up and voice over artist. A self-confessed star of Radio 4 and Mock the Week (twice). Here she delivers a superb set on race, meat-za and the upper class roots of Slipknot, then talks with host and MC James Ross about, amongst other things, the scapegoating of the working class and the quality of fish fingers. If you'd like to see more from Athena, her website is HERE, with links to her podcasts, live shows and various other social media.
CW: Colonialism, Classism and R Kelly
Do you want...
2024-08-0142 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 20: Athena KugblenuAthena Kugblenu is a glorious writer, stand up and voice over artist. A self-confessed star of Radio 4 and Mock the Week (twice). Here she delivers a superb set on race, meat-za and the upper class roots of Slipknot, then talks with host and MC James Ross about, amongst other things, the scapegoating of the working class and the quality of fish fingers. If you'd like to see more from Athena, her website is HERE, with links to her podcasts, live shows and various other social media.
CW: Colonialism, Classism and R Kelly
Do you want...
2024-08-0142 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 19: Alex Bertulis-FernandesAlex Bertulis-Fernandes is an exceptional writer and comedian, equally at home with a one-liner or a thoughtful long build-up and the superb set performed at QL, crafted to absolute perfection, reflects this. She also talks with host and MC James Ross about the damaging aspects of self-deprecation, how mental health material resonates with audiences, and society at large. An incredible set, a wonderful interview and something well worth a listen. If you want to find out more from Alex she can be found HERE and more links available HERE.
CW: Experience of mental illness, death of a...
2024-07-0137 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 19: Alex Bertulis-FernandesAlex Bertulis-Fernandes is an exceptional writer and comedian, equally at home with a one-liner or a thoughtful long build-up and the superb set performed at QL, crafted to absolute perfection, reflects this. She also talks with host and MC James Ross about the damaging aspects of self-deprecation, how mental health material resonates with audiences, and society at large. An incredible set, a wonderful interview and something well worth a listen. If you want to find out more from Alex she can be found HERE and more links available HERE.
CW: Experience of mental illness, death of a...
2024-07-0137 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 18: Adele CliffAbsolute master of the one liner and joyful player of words, Adele Cliff is an absolute wonder and a delight to have on the QL stage. Alongside an incredible live set, Adele also talks with host & MC James Ross about one liners, strong reactions and geese.
CW: Swan violence, I suppose?
If you want to find out more from Adele: good luck! She is terrifyingly difficult to track down online and so you'll have to look on various festival websites, go attend live comedy and hope.
Want to see someone throwing rocks at t...
2024-06-0139 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 18: Adele CliffAbsolute master of the one liner and joyful player of words, Adele Cliff is an absolute wonder and a delight to have on the QL stage. Alongside an incredible live set, Adele also talks with host & MC James Ross about one liners, strong reactions and geese.
CW: Swan violence, I suppose?
If you want to find out more from Adele: good luck! She is terrifyingly difficult to track down online and so you'll have to look on various festival websites, go attend live comedy and hope.
Want to see someone throwing rocks at t...
2024-06-0139 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 17: Katie MitchellGoth wonder Katie Mitchell is the working-class, joyful and whimsical comedian that we are honoured to have grace us from the wilds of Nottingham.
Alongside a superb live set, Katie also talks with host & MC James Ross about goth lesbianism, joke construction and sexy typewriters,
CW: Experience of homophobia
To find out more about Katie, her website is HERE, and you can follow her on Instagram HERE, and any other links - including video of her wonderful QL set - can be found HERE!
If you'd like to see how a S...
2024-05-0132 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 17: Katie MitchellGoth wonder Katie Mitchell is the working-class, joyful and whimsical comedian that we are honoured to have grace us from the wilds of Nottingham.
Alongside a superb live set, Katie also talks with host & MC James Ross about goth lesbianism, joke construction and sexy typewriters,
CW: Experience of homophobia
To find out more about Katie, her website is HERE, and you can follow her on Instagram HERE, and any other links - including video of her wonderful QL set - can be found HERE!
If you'd like to see how a S...
2024-05-0132 min
iGaming DailyEp 240: The LeBron James inspired Position-less Marketer, with OptimoveiGaming Daily's CRM-focused series returns with its latest episode! Joining James Ross once again in the series is Optimove's CEO, Pini Yakuel, with the duo talking about the firm's new Position-less Marketer, inspired by NBA star, LeBron James' famous statement - “I’m not a point guard, shooting guard, small forward, or power forward. I’m a basketball player.”Pini delves into what a Position-less Marketer is, how it enhances the industry and break the mould to what’s already out there and several key factors that birthed Position-less Marketer.To read more about Opti...
2024-04-1621 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 16: ShelfShelf are a musical, stand-up & sketch comedy duo comprising of Rachel WD and Ruby Clyde. I cannot do them justice in words to describe how brilliant they are.
Along with an wonderful set, Rachel & Ruby talk with host & MC James Ross about playfulness in gender, gigging for kids and bin material.
CWs: Experience of homophobia, misgendering, catcalling, drugs
If you would like to see more of Shelf, they are founding members of LOL Word, and have performed with Comedy Club 4 Kids and are currently on tour!! More info can be found HERE
2024-04-011h 08The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 16: ShelfShelf are a musical, stand-up & sketch comedy duo comprising of Rachel WD and Ruby Clyde. I cannot do them justice in words to describe how brilliant they are.
Along with an wonderful set, Rachel & Ruby talk with host & MC James Ross about playfulness in gender, gigging for kids and bin material.
CWs: Experience of homophobia, misgendering, catcalling, drugs
If you would like to see more of Shelf, they are founding members of LOL Word, and have performed with Comedy Club 4 Kids and are currently on tour!! More info can be found HERE
2024-04-011h 08The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 15: Thom TuckThom Tuck is exactly the kind of alternative comedian that epitomises the wonderful acts that Quantum Leopard gets in. By turns erudite, energetic and overtly bendy, Thom is always a pleasure to have on stage, especially as an unexpected opener for this night.
Along with a wonderful set, Thom also talks with host & MC James Ross about improvisation as a lead-in to stand-up, pole dancing and the importance of a distinctive silhouette.
CWs: Mentions of genitals and genital injury
To find out more about Thom, he suggests you type "turlygod" into Google. The...
2024-03-0150 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 15: Thom TuckThom Tuck is exactly the kind of alternative comedian that epitomises the wonderful acts that Quantum Leopard gets in. By turns erudite, energetic and overtly bendy, Thom is always a pleasure to have on stage, especially as an unexpected opener for this night.
Along with a wonderful set, Thom also talks with host & MC James Ross about improvisation as a lead-in to stand-up, pole dancing and the importance of a distinctive silhouette.
CWs: Mentions of genitals and genital injury
To find out more about Thom, he suggests you type "turlygod" into Google. The...
2024-03-0150 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 14: Rachel CreegerRachel Creeger is a wonderful performer, she effortlessly blends thoughtful humour with the best kind of observational comedy. A wonderful, playful opener for a wonderful, playful night.
Along with a brilliant set, Rachel has one of the most insightful and interesting chats with host and MC James Ross about the close relationship between humour and Jewish faith, satire and the place of comedians in Jewish ceremony.
CWs: Experiences of sexism, experiences of racism, Covid and childbirth
If you would like to see more of Rachel then you can find more about her HERE...
2024-02-0144 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 14: Rachel CreegerRachel Creeger is a wonderful performer, she effortlessly blends thoughtful humour with the best kind of observational comedy. A wonderful, playful opener for a wonderful, playful night.
Along with a brilliant set, Rachel has one of the most insightful and interesting chats with host and MC James Ross about the close relationship between humour and Jewish faith, satire and the place of comedians in Jewish ceremony.
CWs: Experiences of sexism, experiences of racism, Covid and childbirth
If you would like to see more of Rachel then you can find more about her HERE...
2024-02-0144 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 13: Steffan AlunSteffan Alun is an absolute delight. In every way. A Welsh comedian whose versatility and energy is a credit to literally every show I've ever seen him in.
Along with a brilliant set, Steffan also talks with host & MC James Ross about the mechanics of comedy, how to craft different material for different audience and the wonders of S Club 7. A genuine joy!
CWs: Experience of homophobia & biphobia, passing reference to racism & reference to genitals
If you would like to see more of Steffan then you can find more about him HERE.
2024-01-011h 10The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 13: Steffan AlunSteffan Alun is an absolute delight. In every way. A Welsh comedian whose versatility and energy is a credit to literally every show I've ever seen him in.
Along with a brilliant set, Steffan also talks with host & MC James Ross about the mechanics of comedy, how to craft different material for different audience and the wonders of S Club 7. A genuine joy!
CWs: Experience of homophobia & biphobia, passing reference to racism & reference to genitals
If you would like to see more of Steffan then you can find more about him HERE.
2024-01-011h 10The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 12: Raul KohliThis was an absolute delight to edit. Also a nightmare, because what do you take out of such an interesting and insightful episode?
Raul Kohli is one of the hardest working comics in the UK today and he brought his particular brand of insight, intelligence and inscrutable talent to the QL stage.
Along with an absolutely smashing set, Raul also talks with host & MC James Ross about the causes of Brexit, the balance of art & entertainment and subverting the human experience.
CWs: Experience of racism, knife crime, imperialism & whatever a phobia of a...
2023-12-0150 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 12: Raul KohliThis was an absolute delight to edit. Also a nightmare, because what do you take out of such an interesting and insightful episode?
Raul Kohli is one of the hardest working comics in the UK today and he brought his particular brand of insight, intelligence and inscrutable talent to the QL stage.
Along with an absolutely smashing set, Raul also talks with host & MC James Ross about the causes of Brexit, the balance of art & entertainment and subverting the human experience.
CWs: Experience of racism, knife crime, imperialism & whatever a phobia of a...
2023-12-0150 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 11: Ben PopeBen Pope is such a charming person. The kind of person you'd like opening your show! Along with his delightful set Ben talks with Host & MC James Ross about being non-threateningly bad at stuff, over-explanation and the implicit trust in sending postcards.
CWs: Death, sex work and drugs
If you enjoyed having Ben in your ears, maybe consider looking at his website HERE, following him on Instagram HERE or, even better, watch his 50-minute special Mr Big Stuff.
If you'd like share in the nostalgia of seeing Ben's lovely jumper that he can n...
2023-11-0254 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 11: Ben PopeBen Pope is such a charming person. The kind of person you'd like opening your show! Along with his delightful set Ben talks with Host & MC James Ross about being non-threateningly bad at stuff, over-explanation and the implicit trust in sending postcards.
CWs: Death, sex work and drugs
If you enjoyed having Ben in your ears, maybe consider looking at his website HERE, following him on Instagram HERE or, even better, watch his 50-minute special Mr Big Stuff.
If you'd like share in the nostalgia of seeing Ben's lovely jumper that he can n...
2023-11-0254 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 10: Bethany BlackBethany Black is one of the genuine gems of comedy, and truly one of the most Quantum Leopardiest of performers. Alongside her hilarious headline act she has a brilliant talk with host & MC James Ross about neurodivergence, gender and confusing being smart with being happy.
CWs: Experience of neurodivergence, mental health, drug addiction, experiences of homophobia, sexism & transphobia
If you'd like to see more of Beth - she can be found in a variety of spellings HERE, HERE, or for most links HERE and you can check out her podcast This is a Music Quiz...
2023-10-011h 17The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 10: Bethany BlackBethany Black is one of the genuine gems of comedy, and truly one of the most Quantum Leopardiest of performers. Alongside her hilarious headline act she has a brilliant talk with host & MC James Ross about neurodivergence, gender and confusing being smart with being happy.
CWs: Experience of neurodivergence, mental health, drug addiction, experiences of homophobia, sexism & transphobia
If you'd like to see more of Beth - she can be found in a variety of spellings HERE, HERE, or for most links HERE and you can check out her podcast This is a Music Quiz...
2023-10-011h 17The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 9: Jordan GrayThe glorious, wonderful and award-winning delight Jordan Gray performs a wonderful set, filled with excitement, energy and very needful sitting, she then talks with host & MC James Ross about inclusion, being like a spider at full gangle and gender-affirming homophobia.
CW: Mentions of genital urinary health, experiences of transphobia, experiences of homophobia & an extended impression of Jeff Goldblum.
Jordan is visible on a number of spectra, she's currently on tour, tickets available HERE, if you want to see even more of her HERE is available too.
Want to see what Jordan means when...
2023-09-0151 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 9: Jordan GrayThe glorious, wonderful and award-winning delight Jordan Gray performs a wonderful set, filled with excitement, energy and very needful sitting, she then talks with host & MC James Ross about inclusion, being like a spider at full gangle and gender-affirming homophobia.
CW: Mentions of genital urinary health, experiences of transphobia, experiences of homophobia & an extended impression of Jeff Goldblum.
Jordan is visible on a number of spectra, she's currently on tour, tickets available HERE, if you want to see even more of her HERE is available too.
Want to see what Jordan means when...
2023-09-0151 miniGaming DailyEp 087: The power of affiliation and customer loyalty, with Anna ArakelyanWith SBC Summit Barcelona a mere few weeks away, iGaming Daily continues to look into the event and what is set to be on show between September 19 to the 21 September. And today James Ross will be looking at something new for this year’s event, which sees a set of roundtable discussions across the event, where attendees will be talking about a range of topics from global markets, payments and compliance to the future of iGaming Bingo. Joining James Ross on the latest episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by SBC...
2023-08-3017 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 8: Harriet BraineHuzzah! It's mid-month musical marvel Harriet Braine!
Alongside a glorious set, Harriet talks to host and MC James Ross about truth in comedy, natural applause breaks and how to reach low-hanging fruit.
CW: Mentions of Covid; Fascism; passing reference to dead babies and of attraction to Jacob Rees-Mogg
You can find Harriet on @harrietbraine on all social medias, notably HERE, HERE and HERE; The Design Spark podcast featuring Harriet, Dr Lucy Rogers and QL favourite Bec Hill can be found HERE.
Do you want to watch an audience try to come u...
2023-08-1547 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 8: Harriet BraineHuzzah! It's mid-month musical marvel Harriet Braine!
Alongside a glorious set, Harriet talks to host and MC James Ross about truth in comedy, natural applause breaks and how to reach low-hanging fruit.
CW: Mentions of Covid; Fascism; passing reference to dead babies and of attraction to Jacob Rees-Mogg
You can find Harriet on @harrietbraine on all social medias, notably HERE, HERE and HERE; The Design Spark podcast featuring Harriet, Dr Lucy Rogers and QL favourite Bec Hill can be found HERE.
Do you want to watch an audience try to come u...
2023-08-1547 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 7: Louisa KeightWhat a treat! Another Quantum Leopard Champion of Champions Louisa Keight! After a stunning set, she talks to host and MC James Ross about the make-or-break first minute, Northernness and filth.
If you'd like to see more from Louisa her website is HERE, her Twitter is HERE and her Instagram is HERE
For info about her woman-led & non-binary inclusive comedy night Hot Gossip check HERE
CW: Mentions of violence and BDSM
Do you want to see "Ey Up Lads Me Mam's A Kestrel" in its full glory? Then consider joining our...
2023-08-0137 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 7: Louisa KeightWhat a treat! Another Quantum Leopard Champion of Champions Louisa Keight! After a stunning set, she talks to host and MC James Ross about the make-or-break first minute, Northernness and filth.
If you'd like to see more from Louisa her website is HERE, her Twitter is HERE and her Instagram is HERE
For info about her woman-led & non-binary inclusive comedy night Hot Gossip check HERE
CW: Mentions of violence and BDSM
Do you want to see "Ey Up Lads Me Mam's A Kestrel" in its full glory? Then consider joining our...
2023-08-0137 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 6: Cerys BradleyQuantum Leopard Champion of Champions Cerys Bradley brings their immeasurable talent to this episode with a superb set! They then talk to host and MC James Ross about being non-binary & passionate about rugby and the difference between onstage and offstage personae.
If you'd like to see more about Cerys their website is HERE
Wonder what Sharky the Uterus Hand looks like? Then consider joining our Patreon where you can get early access to podcast episodes and watch full videos of Quantum Leopard comedy shows, from the high-energy openers to the loveliest of headliners, including the...
2023-07-0134 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 6: Cerys BradleyQuantum Leopard Champion of Champions Cerys Bradley brings their immeasurable talent to this episode with a superb set! They then talk to host and MC James Ross about being non-binary & passionate about rugby and the difference between onstage and offstage personae.
If you'd like to see more about Cerys their website is HERE
Wonder what Sharky the Uterus Hand looks like? Then consider joining our Patreon where you can get early access to podcast episodes and watch full videos of Quantum Leopard comedy shows, from the high-energy openers to the loveliest of headliners, including the...
2023-07-0134 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 5: Jen IvesThe indescribably brilliant Jen Ives joins host & MC James Ross as, alongside her stellar QL set, she talks about separating the art from the artist, care work and playing on cis guilt.
EDITOR'S NOTE: James has really set me a challenge on this one, getting Jen to record in what sounds like a palanquin carried by buses across the Hammersmith Flyover. I've done my best but there are traffic noises throughout. Apologies.
If you want to see more of Jen, info can be found on her website HERE - and if you're a fan of...
2023-07-0148 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 5: Jen IvesThe indescribably brilliant Jen Ives joins host & MC James Ross as, alongside her stellar QL set, she talks about separating the art from the artist, care work and playing on cis guilt.
EDITOR'S NOTE: James has really set me a challenge on this one, getting Jen to record in what sounds like a palanquin carried by buses across the Hammersmith Flyover. I've done my best but there are traffic noises throughout. Apologies.
If you want to see more of Jen, info can be found on her website HERE - and if you're a fan of...
2023-07-0148 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 4: Tom MayhewAbsolute wonder Tom Mayhew talks with host & MC James Ross about the difficulties of being a working class comic in the UK, the graft involved in the gig economy and exactly what he'd do for a JustEat commercial.
CW: description of instances of biphobia, mention of bodily fluids in a bread aisle
Tickets for Tom's 2023 Edinburgh Show This Time Next Year We'll Be Millionaires! are on sale now HERE, the second series of his Radio 4 show Tom Mayhew is Benefit Scum is available HERE and all of his other links are HERE!
If y...
2023-06-0152 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 4: Tom MayhewAbsolute wonder Tom Mayhew talks with host & MC James Ross about the difficulties of being a working class comic in the UK, the graft involved in the gig economy and exactly what he'd do for a JustEat commercial.
CW: description of instances of biphobia, mention of bodily fluids in a bread aisle
Tickets for Tom's 2023 Edinburgh Show This Time Next Year We'll Be Millionaires! are on sale now HERE, the second series of his Radio 4 show Tom Mayhew is Benefit Scum is available HERE and all of his other links are HERE!
If y...
2023-06-0152 min
Growing Web3Web3 Community Curation With Raz from GuildIn today’s episode of the Growing Web3 podcast, we catch up with Raz, CEO of guild.xyz, about his journey into web3 and the focus of his project on building communities and access control for DAOs.—Topics:* Creating Authentic and Genuine Culture* Raz's Exploration of Web3* Importance of Exclusivity and Value Proposition* Building Personalized Experiences in Web3* Advantages of Organic Community Building* Role of Founders in Community Success—Follow Raz:Here—Timestamps:00:00 I...
2023-05-1837 min
Growing Web3Launching $Billion Web3 Companies With Jake StottIn today’s episode of the Growing Web3 podcast, we catch up with Jake Stott, CEO of Hype and a successful SaaS entrepreneur, about his journey into Web3.
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Topics:
Jakes Journey into Web3
Differences between Web3 and Web2 startups
Importance of community building
Evolution of social media platforms in Web3
Launching tokens and building successful Web3 projects
Incentivizing community and capturing a wider audience
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:33 Jake's Journey into Web 3
06:02 Launching a Web 3 Startup
11:31 Mindshare and Value in Web 3
13:01 Incubate: A New Web 3 Incubator
20...
2023-05-0350 minThe Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 3: Joz NorrisUtter delight of a human Joz Norris talks with host James Ross about his way of creating shows with music and clowning in his pants. His set was recorded in September 2021.
To ensure you know what Joz means when he refers to "The Troll Mask", consider joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/quantumleopard/) where you can get early access to podcast episodes and watch full Quantum Leopard comedy shows, from the high-energy openers to the loveliest of headliners, including the set from this very episode!
Quantum Leopard is a lovely comedy night for lovely...
2023-05-011h 12The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 3: Joz NorrisUtter delight of a human Joz Norris talks with host James Ross about his way of creating shows with music and clowning in his pants. His set was recorded in September 2021.
To ensure you know what Joz means when he refers to "The Troll Mask", consider joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/quantumleopard/) where you can get early access to podcast episodes and watch full Quantum Leopard comedy shows, from the high-energy openers to the loveliest of headliners, including the set from this very episode!
Quantum Leopard is a lovely comedy night for lovely...
2023-05-011h 12The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 2: Elf LyonsThis episode we peer into the methodology and wonderful weirdness of Elf Lyons.
As well as her June 2021 set, Elf and host James Ross discuss the joys of gigging, the necessity of truth in performance and Stephen King.
CW: genitals, fertility, body image, experience of disability, experience of endometriosis, sex parties
NOTE: Elf is off mic for the entirety of her set so you may have to turn the volume up for the first half of the episode, then down VERY quickly for the interview.
Elf's show "RAVEN" will b...
2023-04-081h 03The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 2: Elf LyonsThis episode we peer into the methodology and wonderful weirdness of Elf Lyons.
As well as her June 2021 set, Elf and host James Ross discuss the joys of gigging, the necessity of truth in performance and Stephen King.
CW: genitals, fertility, body image, experience of disability, experience of endometriosis, sex parties
NOTE: Elf is off mic for the entirety of her set so you may have to turn the volume up for the first half of the episode, then down VERY quickly for the interview.
Elf's show "RAVEN" will b...
2023-04-081h 03The Quantum Leopard PodcastEpisode 1: Tony LawA delve into the surrealist mastermind that is Tony Law.
Alongside his set at Quantum Leopard from February 2022, Tony Law and host James Ross talk about the process of creating a set, influences and the joys of leeching off your family's loveliness.
CW: Covid, online radicalisation, mental health
You can find all things Tony Law wants you to see here: http://www.mrtonylaw.com/, https://linktr.ee/mrtonylaw
If you enjoyed this podcast but wanted it to be at least 50% more visual, consider joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/quantumleopard/) where you...
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