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Tanja and James are back on the mic! It’s been a minute, and life’s been lifing. In this episode, the duo reconnects after a summer apart—Tanja shares what it’s like returning to work after her break, and James talks about the exciting growth of his small business.
From burnout to breakthroughs, they check in on their mental health, share laughs, and reflect on how to keep moving forward when life gets hectic.
Grab your favorite drink and catch up with you...2025-07-2843 min
Only Human After AllLaura Fisher: Making the Digital LeapIn this episode, hosts James Thomas and Andrea Clegg sit down with Laura Fisher, Head of Operational Change for the Digital Electronic Patient Records Programme at Sherwood Forest Hospitals.
Laura’s story is one of transformation — both personal and organisational. Starting out as an Operating Department Practitioner, she now plays a key role in leading the trust through one of its biggest shifts: the move from paper to digital. But behind the systems and strategy is a story about people — about bringing staff with you, overcoming doubt, and making change feel possible.
This is an honest...2025-04-2930 minOnly Human After AllLiz Franklin: Empathy, Faith and HealingIn this episode of "Only Human After All," hosts James Thomas and Andrea Clegg delve into the inspiring journey of Liz Franklin, a hospital chaplain who enriches lives at Sherwood Forest Hospitals. Discover how Liz transitioned from a career in social work and mental health to becoming ordained in the Church of England.
Through candid conversations, Liz shares her unique path to chaplaincy, highlighting the integral role of spirituality and holistic care in supporting patients and staff. Her story sheds light on the joys and challenges of being a chaplain in a hospital environment, emphasizing the importance...2025-04-1329 minOnly Human After AllJohn Tansley: Rethinking Patient Safety in Human WorldIn this episode of Only Human After All, hosts James Thomas and Andrea Clegg sit down with John Tansley, the Clinical Director for Patient Safety—a man on a mission to transform how hospitals approach safety. John shares his journey from anaesthetist to patient safety specialist, revealing how his passion for systems thinking and problem-solving led him to step away from direct clinical care and into a role that reshapes how hospitals learn and improve.
He challenges the old blame culture and champions a more systemic, forward-thinking approach. With candid reflections on the emotional shifts of leaving fr...2025-04-0231 minOnly Human After AllAndros Navarro: Communications from Cancun to the NHSIn this episode of Only Human After All, hosts James Thomas and Andrea Clegg sit down with Andros, a Mexican-born Communications Officer at Sherwood Forest Hospitals.
Andros shares his inspiring journey from Cancun to the UK, offering insight into the power of storytelling in healthcare. Passionate about bridging generational and cultural gaps, he reveals how creativity and effective communication can transform patient experiences and workplace culture.
This uplifting conversation sheds light on the often-unseen roles that keep the NHS running and the importance of embracing diversity in healthcare. Don’t miss this inspiring story of am...2025-03-3133 minOnly Human After AllVicky Malia: Engagement and Connecting with the Patient ExperienceWelcome to the latest episode of Only Human After All, where we delve into the lives of those who work behind the hospital doors. Join hosts James Thomas and Andrea Clegg as they introduce Vicky Malia, the Divisional Lead for Operational Development and Engagement within the Surgery Division.
In this episode, Vicky shares her unique journey into her niche role, offering insights into the impact of non-clinical staff in healthcare. From fostering strong relationships to staying connected with the patient experience, Vicky's role is vital in supporting the clinical staff and ensuring effective healthcare delivery.
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Podnews Weekly ReviewSoundStack's Rockie Thomas; and has Podcasting 2.0 failed?We chat with Rockie Thomas, who is very excited about the potential of live podcasts. And, we cover new developments in the industry, including a look at one podcast that claimed Podcasting 2.0 has failed.Send James & Sam a messageRuthless TruthIs an opinion platform hosted by Marvin “Truth” Davis. My life and career...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: podnew...2025-02-211h 33
The Healthtech Podcast#366 The Rise of Computational Pathology: How AI is Shaping Cancer Diagnosis with Thomas Fuchs, CEO of Paige.AIThis week, James is joined by Dr Thomas Fuchs, Founder and Chief Scientist at Paige, a healthtech company using the power of AI to drive a new era of cancer discovery and treatment. Paige is the first company to receive FDA approval for a clinical AI application in digital pathology.It's cloud-based platform transforms pathologists’ workflow and increases diagnostic confidence as well as productivity on a global scale.Learn more: https://paige.ai/Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦:www.healthtechpigeon.com2024-09-1851 min
Deans Counsel46: Thomas Steenburgh (Vanderbilt) on Pursuing the Big IdeasOn this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry speak with Tom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and Professor of Marketing (since July 2023) at Vanderbilt University's Owen Graduate School of Management. He's an expert in business-to-business marketing and sales, and believes in the power of collaboration between academics and business leaders to explore novel research ideas and solve real-world problems.Prior to coming to Owen, Dean Steenburgh served as the Richard S. Reynolds Professor and Senior Associate Dean of the Full-Time Program at the Darden School of Business. Before joining D...2024-09-1337 minDon’t Come for UsEating For Your Blood TypeJoin Tanja and James in this engaging episode of "Eating for Your Blood Type," where we delve into the groundbreaking research of Dr. Peter D'Adamo. This dynamic duo brings a lively and insightful discussion about the unique connections between our blood types and nutritional requirements.
Expect a crazy yet informative back-and-forth exchange as they explore how aligning your diet with your blood type can enhance your health, optimize your energy levels, and promote overall wellness. Tune in to uncover practical tips, scientific insights, and the intriguing implications of blood type diets in everyday life.
Don't...2024-08-2731 min
The Healthtech Podcast#293 Innovating gut health with co-founder and CEO Dr Thomas GurryThis week, James is joined by PhD computational biologist, Dr Thomas Gurry. He has spent more than 15 years in academic research exploring dietary fibre and its influence on the gut microbiome, before venturing into entrepreneurship. After recognising the importance of fibre in maintaining a healthy gut and preventing chronic diseases, he co-founded myota. They combine patented research technology and precision fibre supplementation, designed to suit every person and every microbiome. Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦:www.healthtechpigeon.comGet in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.com...2023-03-0151 min
The Trendy Coffee PodcastEpisode 18 - A Trendy Coffee at Thomas Speciality Coffee in Athens, GreeceHello and welcome to the eighteenth episode. This week I am back in the centre of Athens, Greece on Akadimias Street checking out Thomas Speciality Coffee. This trendy little corner cafe was found when I was checking out the local area around my airbnb. I was in desparate need for a coffee and not only did I get a trendy coffee which tasted amazing, I got two of my favourite snacks with it too. Unreal. Straight away I made the decision to go back the next morning to record an episode. Thanks to the guy who served me who gave...2022-12-3006 min
Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep.31 Happy Belated Birthday BrotherThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. Happy belated birthday to the ‘IMMORTAL’ Hulk Hogan, 69 years young and what an impact this guy has had on wrestling fans world-wide. Community News: Chris, James and the community paid tribute to Hulk Hogan reflecting on some of his classic moments throughout his career. The boys chose their top 3 pieces of Hogan merchandise, community members shared their favourite pieces and two of our members personal collections were highlighted. In figure news, the Mattel New Generation Arena is starting to ship out, Power Town are seriously turning heads, series one of the Heel...2022-09-141h 05
He SpeaksS1:E18 Questions and Answers #1Just a few questions I curated over the last several months. Enjoy and don't forget to follow me on IG https://www.instagram.com/coach_james_thomas/
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/he-speaks/message2022-09-0216 minWrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep.30 The SDCC HangoverThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. The boys had a post SDCC hangover as they reminisce on some of the greatest reveals going into production in 2022/23. Sadly, we also bid farewell (not goodbye) to our major sponsors Go Figure Collectables. These last couple of years have been tough thanks to Covid so their focus needs to shift on scraping back the profits lost due to the pandemic and multiple lockdowns, we wish Jeff and the team all the very best. Community News: Chris and James reflect on SDCC announcements from the likes of Mattel and Neca. Heels...2022-08-1559 minWrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 25 TEST SHOTThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. As always things are a moving and a shaking in the collecting world Down Under! Community News: Highlighted some upcoming and new releases from FOCO, Super 7, Heels and Faces and the TMNT Neca lines. The boys get behind the Hobby Hangout Sydney event showcasing some of the best pieces of sports cards and pop culture memorabilia. Merch Perch: Chris’s AFL Sports Cards collection continues to grow along with his WWE Mattel elites. James added a long-awaited WWF Hasbro test shot prototype to the collection. What’s Online: Trading cards was all...2022-06-011h 08Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 23 Give me that hasbro beltThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. COVID had struck the Thomas household, however James pushed through along with his mate Chris from the West to discuss all things collecting Down Under! Community News: Junk Shop Dog are back with some front-page news as their series 2-line flies of the shelves! Bad News Brown or Allen joins the Heels and Faces family, WWE Prizm continue to body slam their way through the card community, Mattel release some more bangers and a replica life size WWF Hasbro belt has been created! Merch Perch: Chris found himself squeezing into an...2022-05-021h 04Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 21 MANIA!!!!Thanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. It’s Wrestlemania week!!!! As the anticipation to Wrestlemania 38 builds, the boys discuss their favourite Mania moments over the past three decades. Community News: Reveals, reveals and more reveals! We need deeper pockets as so much goodness is coming to the collector market from all the heavy hitters, Mattel, Neca, Chella and more! of Chella Toys, AEW and Mattel. Merch Perch: Sadly, Chris is still waiting for his large loot from Ringside, where oh where could it be? James made an adult purchase and snuck a couple of high-end collectables in th...2022-04-031h 05Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 20 Vale to Scott HallThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. A very sad week with the tragic passing of Scott Hall, James and Chris share their most memorable moments from the Bad Guy’s career and paid homage to the legacy he left behind in the world of sports entertainment. Community News: As always so much going on in the world of collecting with the announcement of some upcoming reveals from the likes of Chella Toys, AEW and Mattel. Merch Perch: WWF Hasbro concept sketches, TMNT original animation cels and a bunch of old school PSA graded cards are a key po...2022-03-241h 11Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 19 Announcements and RevealsThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. The lads kick things off with a review of the NBA All-Star weekend! Our main man Patty Mills just getting nudged out of the 3-point competition finals. In figure news it’s been another week of announcements and reveals. Community News: Once again the Heels and Faces line was a key discussion point with some recent big announcements and MOC reveal. New kids on the block Power Town, launch their Kickstarter project, Chella Toys continue to grow their army of signings and one of our absolute favourites Neca, reveal some of th...2022-03-0259 min
The American P.O.V. PodcastEp. 22 | "The Twosday Special"#Russia enters #Ukranian Territory, #Canada's government abuses its powers further, a skier's willy gets chilly, a #HongKong dong surgery goes wrong, an #Epstein associate dies suspiciously, and much more!
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https...2022-02-201h 16Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 18 Road to WrestlemaniaThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. It’s been a huge week in the sports and collecting arena! The countdown to Wrestlemania is officially on, a huge win for the LA Rams in the Superbowl, some major trades involving Aussie lads in the NBA and Mattel revealing some heavy hitters in their upcoming reveals. Community News: James and Chris discuss Mattel with their most recent reveals that will sure hurt the collecting community’s wallets. Heels and Faces progress further with the upcoming release of series 1 and highlighted is Australia’s very own artist, Sam Evans. Merch Perch...2022-02-171h 08The American P.O.V. PodcastEp. 20 | "Joe My God!"#JoeRogan's troubles continue, a dive into #CNN's awful no good very bad year, the disaster that is the #2022 #Olympics, #Canada and #GoFundMe crack down on the #FreedomConvoy, safe injection sites resurface, and much more!
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2022-02-121h 15The American P.O.V. PodcastEp. 19 | "Trudeau's Truck Trouble"A new co host joins the party as the boys discuss a pedo professor, more controversy at #CNN, US troops being sent to #Ukraine again, the huge #truck #protest in #Canada, #Spotify deals with #Rogan controversy, and a whole lot more!
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2022-02-041h 21Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 17 It's Rumble SeasonThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. It’s Rumble Season, the boy’s favourite PPV of all time! What was their thoughts on the rumble? Community News: Go Figure have beaten the rest of the world and secured the WWE Mattel Royal Rumble elite series. A little Down Under magic went down in Orlando, the return of the Mattel Retro’s was a raging success, Chella Toys continue to go from strength to strength and UFC Bigshots launch their series two range! Merch Perch: What are the most nostalgic vehicles from your childhood? James...2022-02-041h 00The American P.O.V. PodcastEp. 18 | "Pain in Ukraine"This week, further discussion on the #Ukraine-#Russia issue, an #Italian senate meeting has an uninvited guest, #China brings back #covid anal swabs for the #Olympics, a cruise ship is under arrest, the continuing fall of #HowardStern, and much more!
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#Castbox2022-01-221h 12Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 16 They're Back!!!!!!!Thanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. In Episode 16 the boys are back and are ready to go head-to-head with 2022! It’s Royal Rumble season and the fellas discuss their favourite and not so favourite Royal Rumble moments. Community News: There’s so much coming out of the land down under with Tyson Beck’s new Patty Mills drops, Ljn customiser Zaash Maan launching his new website and the greatest He-Man exhibition ever created proudly on display in the city of Melbourne. Heels and Faces continue to go from strength to strength, Mattel Australia continue to mind screw us wit...2022-01-191h 13
Is it crazy or is it God?IIGIIG - Introduction and ObjectiveWelcome to the Is it crazy or is it God? (IICIIG) podcast. Come get to know who we are and what we are getting into. Follow us on all social media as @IICIIG.Thanks for listening and don't forget to check out the YouTube video if you want to see anything we talked about in the episode. Remember, don't take our word for it! Go to the source! Read your bible with us!Peace and Love,Faith and James2022-01-171h 03Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 15 It's our Favourite Time of the YearThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. Merry Christmas, Episode 15 has a festive feel celebrating the best time of year! The greatest Christmas movies were discussed and voted with Home Alone and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation taking out the title. Episode 15 was highly interactive with several special guests from the collecting community Down Under joining us live on the podcast for a chat. Community News: Covered the latest announcements from Mattel, Heels and Faces, Junk Shop Dog and Chella Toys making 2022 an exciting year ahead for all collectors. Jeff from Go Figure Collectables joined the show and pr...2021-12-221h 43Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast. Special Interview with Cherry CollectablesThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On this episode we Introduce you to Australia’s #1 sports and trading card provider, Cherry Collectables. James and Chris catch up with Cherry’s marketing and social media manager Charles Oxley who has been a collector since the 1989 Batman blockbuster! The boys talk about how the Cherry name came about and the story behind the growth of the business. They also discuss the current state of the card market, what the future holds, NFT’s and the infamous story of the binder that was left behind. So much nostalgia in one interv...2021-12-121h 01Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 14 Smash it up!!!!Thanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 14, Australia has a new World Unified Lightweight Champion thanks to the gallant efforts of George ‘Ferocious’ Kambosos! Chris is on the home stretch to school holidays and James’ week was an absolute massive one! Community News: The boys and the collecting community Down Under are sending strength Go Figure Collectables way as they continue to deal with distribution issues with the big corporates. Figure news covered Super7’s Ultimate Series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles party wagon, Heels and faces King Kong Bundy and Danhausen painted prototypes, Mattel’s latest reveals an...2021-12-051h 24
The Healthtech Podcast#253 The Story of DigitalHealth.London with Programme Director Jenny Thomas ⚕️This week I'm joined by Jenny Thomas, Programme Director of DigitalHealth.London. Jenny has been pivotal in driving the growth of DigitalHealth.London from a start-up itself to an organisation that today has supported hundreds of health tech entrepreneurs to refine and scale their solutions, and which now supports NHS staff to deliver important digital transformation projects and works with academics and industry to improve evidence generation in digital health.Jenny has a background in healthcare delivery, joining the NHS via their Graduate Management Training Scheme and working afterwards in a number of operational and strategic roles...2021-12-0543 minWrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep.13 Hulkster Lands Down Under BrotherThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 13, It’s a close one between Chris and James’ NBA fantasy teams, who do you reckon come out on top? We are inundated with some high-end Hulk Hogan collectables and are blown away by the artistic talents of Australia’s very own Zaash Mann with his Ultimate Hulk Hogan LJN custom line. Community News: Highlighted upcoming releases from Neca’s TMNT cartoon line, Heels and Faces showcased the wax prototype of Bruiser Brody, the Dynamic duo from Junk Shop Dog have another superstar added to their sofubi line and Jazwares...2021-11-211h 19Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 12: Giddey UpThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 12, It’s Giddey Up alright as the boy’s praise Aussie teenage sensation, Josh Giddey with his stella performance in his NBA breakout rookie season! It’s Melbourne Cup time Down Under with one of Chris’s kids backing a winner and James is now allowed to go fig hunting since receiving the jabby jab! Community News: Was huge with the 2021 Ringside Fest reveals highlighting some cracking upcoming Mattel releases. Heels and Faces have some new announcements along with new renderings and Australia and New Zealand’s very own Junk Shop...2021-11-071h 22Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 11: It's Legs ElevenThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 11, The boys are pumped for the start of the 2021/22 NBA season! Chris is very relaxed after spending some R&R on beautiful Rottnest Island whilst James is waiting on his second jab to be able to enjoy the simple thrills of fig hunting once again! Community News: Highlighted Sideshow Collectibles Hulk Hogan and Macho Man 1:4 scale statues, Zombie Sailor’s revealed some more prototypes from the Heels and Faces line, the World’s greatest Ljn customiser Zaash Mann shares his series two figure releases, another WWF Hasbro prototype has sold...2021-10-251h 27
He SpeaksS1:E3 Be UnavailableIn a world where you are pressured to be all things to all people, you have to recharge. Everyone expects YOU to be there at all times. Stop me if you've heard this one, "but what if it's an emergency?"
In this episode I give you 3 benefits to being unavailable (taking time for yourself) that will help you recharge, restore and in some cases restart.
Happy Listening - James
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/he-speaks/message2021-10-2316 minWrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 10: What About the GOON!!!!Thanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 10, Proud Aussie Alex Volkanovski remains the UFC Featherweight World Champion, the Bunnies take on the mighty Panthers in the NRL Grand Final, whilst Melbourne Demons take out the AFL title! Community News touched on the pods latest Bash Down Under summer merch, sensational UFC wrestling buddies are launched by Big Shots, MOC images are revealed of Mattel’s Royal Rumble elite figures, another WWF Hasbro hand painted prototype surfaces, this time it’s a series two green tux Million Dollar Man and Neca continue to give us those nostalgic feel...2021-10-111h 38The American P.O.V. PodcastEp. 3 | "The Blunder Down Under"Let's go Brandon!! The boys discuss #CenkUyger's challenge to #JoeRogan, the ridiculous #covid restrictions in #Australia, #GeneralMilley's missteps, #US #mask guidance for kids, and so much more!
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https://castbox.fm/channel/id4595369?country=us2021-10-0856 minThe American P.O.V. PodcastEp. 2 | "E.T. Drone Home"Episode 2 has the boys talking more #border issues, the #NewYork Governor fixing a problem she created, what's in that 3.5 T bill, #US #drone troubles in #Afghanistan, and a whole lot more!
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2021-10-0155 minWrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 9: The Bash Down UnderThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 9, its footy finals fever with the NRL and AFL both at preliminary and grand final stages. Will James’ beloved Many Sea Eagles make it through to the NRL’s big dance and will Chris’ Dockers ever get another crack at the AFL title? Community News had the boys fired up as they discuss the Down Under distribution chaos from retail juggernaut Mattel with their WWE range! AEW and Jazwares continue to kick some serious goals announcing the signing of the late great Owen Hart. Neca and Super 7 continue to do bri...2021-09-271h 44Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 8: Spring is in the AirThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 8, the boys discuss the enormous amount happening in the world of collecting. It kicked off with our great mate Adam from World Wrestling Straya joining the lads in Community News to talk about the All-Elite Wrestling upcoming figures. This then spilt over into recent news from Mattel, Playmates, Neca, and Hasbro’s Ghostbusters plasma series revealing the cracking Ecto-1 iconic vehicle. We also announce a merchandise collaboration with John Lucas Reyes or Aussie John as we like to call him. James’ WWF Ljn Managers collection has grown after adding two...2021-09-131h 28
The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 71 | "Misadventures of Flordiaman!!!"When Ant's away the misfits will play! Join James Gary and Atlas as they check up on our favorite insane asylum of #Florida! A pedofile drives in reverse to avoid #police. A man is transported via dog cage in the rear of a #Ford f150 and SO MUCH MORE!!!2021-08-311h 11Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep. 7: What A Time To Be A CollectorThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 7 the collecting community did it! Collectors Worldwide came together and made the WWE Mattel New Generation Arena a reality! Not only this, Ultimate Edition Macho Man, Doink and Diesel were also unlocked as well as the ring skirts. In Community News, the boys discuss the arena as well as King Kong Bundy joining the #HeelsandFaces family, Junk Shop Dog adds Japanese legend Genichiro Tenryu to the series two family and Australian sports card designer Tyson Beck announces more Patty Mills cards to be released. Chris discovered he spent $600 in...2021-08-301h 32Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep.6: Post Olympic BluesThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 6 the boys have Post Olympic Blues as they discuss their favourite moments of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Our Nations beloved BOOMERS finally take home an Olympic medal creating sporting history and James sheds a tear as this is one of the proudest moments to be an Australian basketball fan! Community News is jam packed with Mattel, Jazwares, Junk Shop Dog updates and Australia’s own trading card designer Tyson Beck gets a mention. The BIG man from the West Chris brings home a pair of Tweety and Sy...2021-08-161h 25
The King's Men: A Christian Men PodcastTKM: S5 EP1: What if Jesus is deemed political?1. What is politics?
a. https://www.instagram.com/p/CScd1K_hDhx/?utm_medium=copy_link
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c. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQl98hiN19m/
d. Standard Definition - the art or science concerned with guiding or influencing governmental policy
2. Politics by Gender: From
After enfranchisement, women were more politically conservative than men in their ideology, party attachment, and vote choice across most democracies (Lipset, 1960). Scholars typically reasoned that women’s higher levels of religiosity encouraged stronger ties to religious and conservat...2021-08-1544 minWrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep.4: A Piece of Hasbro HistoryThanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. On Episode 4 James shares one of his all-time greatest pick-ups in Merch Perch, Go Figure Collectables comes through with some Mattel Elite goodness, Sid Justice is flying off the shelves and Chris’s Fremantle Dockers finally sit in the top 8. Tune in to hear all about this and much more!If you dig the podcast, we’d love it if you could share it with your friends and leave a review wherever you love to listen to podcasts it helps us get our name out there!2021-07-191h 31Wrestling with Figs PodcastWrestling with Figs Podcast Ep.1: Welcome to the Pilot Episode, LET'S GO!Thanks for checking out the Wrestling with Figs Podcast. In this pilot episode get to know the boys from Oz, Chris, and James as they take a deep dive into the world of action figure, sports cards, memorabilia, and pop culture collecting. If you dig the podcast, we’d love it if you could share it with your friends and leave a review wherever you love to listen to podcasts it helps us get our name out there!2021-07-0731 min
The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 54 | "Two Shots One Man"The 3 amigos of Ant, Gary, and James take on a rattlesnake in a head of lettuce, 2 Florida men stories, Iranian state TV censors women's ankles, a man gets 2 different vaccine shots, whether or not farts are protected speech, a man smuggles snails, and much more!2021-04-2457 min
CJ3 Foundation PodcastJames Thomas LaHayne CJ3 Foundation Recipient VideoThe CJ3 Foundation produced another Recipient Video. This time it is for our new buddy, friend, and brother, Sir James "Thomas" LaHayne! Thomas participated in our CJ3 Mental Health & Wellness process as well as our CJ3 Service Dog process.
Watch this video and share it with your friends/family. Our CJ3 Foundation family continues to grow with some pretty spectacular new additions such as Thomas and his new service dog, Ruger!
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Four Seas One FamilyThe Implosion of the Democratic World Part 2Implosion of the Democratic World Part 2 民主世界毀滅 2 In this episode, I take a deep dive into how democratic nations are allowing themselves to blindly become subservient proxy elements of foreign governments that exploit their democratic liberties in their nation to create social and political disruption across the board that may easily lead to their democratic nation’s social, political and cultural implosion. This has been a warning! Note: Pay special attention to the graphic elements in this episode's YouTube video as they hold deeper insights into the topic. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE! If you enjoyed th...2021-04-1212 min
The Healthtech PodcastBONUS EPISODE with Thomas Vande Casteele of Awell Health 🌡️Thomas Vande Casteele is CEO and co-founder at Awell Health and was a guest a couple of months ago. He's back on this bonus episode commenting on the news that the WHO has launched its first SMART Guideline, a landmark effort to accelerate the availability and impact of WHO health and data recommendations within digital systems at the country level, starting with antenatal care. Thomas is perfectly positioned to tell us all about the significance of this news based on his work with Awell.Get in Touch with Thomas Vande Castelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasvdc2021-04-0917 min
The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 51 | "Ant Bolts to Florida!"We have taken over this weeks #Podcast!! James, Gary and Atlas destroy Ant's reputation while he vacations in the free zone of #Florida! Join us as we embark on the strange adventures of #floridaman. A train is stolen, a parent beats a kid, a man teaches sex ed. in a playground and much much more!!2021-04-021h 15
The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 44 | "The Brady Burger King Special"Ant, Gary, and James recap Super Bowl LV and Tom Brady's legacy. Plus a wild story about a woman using burger King to get pregnant, 2 amazing Florida man stories, Elon Musk's video game playing monkeys, the super bowl streaker, a French "gathering" breaks covid rules, and so much more!
#superbowlLIV
#tombrady
#burgerking2021-02-121h 14
Four Seas One FamilyAfrican American relationship with Africa vs. China – 4S1F103Social mayhem affecting black communities in the United States appears to have reached a breaking point. Many African Americans are searching for the rights and freedoms they felt they never received in the United States and began looking towards their ancestors' lands for corrections and solitude. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE! If you enjoyed this podcast please share it with your friends, family and co-workers by using the listed social media buttons. Please subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts to get automatic episode updates of our podcasts. And, finally, please...2021-01-0816 min
The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 39 | "WE'RE GETTING OLD!!!!"Happy 2021! Gary, Ant, and James realize how old they are by taking a look at which movies, songs, and videogames turn 10 years old this year. If you've already failed in your new year, come join us and make it even worse!2021-01-051h 24The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 38 | "Farewell to the Year from Hell!!!"Happy New Year! Gary, Ant, Topher, and James recap the awfulness that was 2020! Plus a prolonged discussion of Gary Busey. All that and a whole lot more!2020-12-311h 26The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 37 | "A WHITE Cyber Christmas"ITS ALMOST CHRISTMAS! Gary, Ant, and James discuss whether commercialization ruins Christmas, even more Cyberpunk 2077 news, their biggest video game pet peeves, the mistreatment of Amazon workers, and a light roasting of the commies. And much more!2020-12-241h 09The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 36 | "Best/Worst Christmas Songs"Week 2 of our 3 weeks of Christmas is here! Gary, Ant, Topher, and James talk the best and worst Christmas songs of all time, and Ant discusses his experience playing Cyberpunk 20772020-12-1758 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp 35 | "Best/Worst Christmas Movies"Happy Holidays! James, Gary, and Ant kickoff the (official) Christmas season with a debate about the best and worst Christmas movies, Ant's stubborn Die Hard opinion, Gary's beautiful singing voice, and a whole lot more!2020-12-091h 01The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 34 | "High School High Tales"James, Gary, and Ant share their funniest high school stories, and a discussion of the best Thanksgiving foods. Plus a preview of Philasophy's 3 weeks of Christmas! And so much more!2020-12-031h 04The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 33 | " Monkey Business "James, Gary, and Ant discuss consoles vs PC's, the return of Animaniacs, CoD Black ops Cold War Story mode, what did the Pope like on Instagram, superintelligent monkeys, and much more!2020-11-241h 18The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 32 | "EA SUCKS! And other life facts "Don't worry folks, its a (somewhat) normal pod today! Gary Ant and James talk about the stupidity of a 76ers executive, an iconic south philly restaurant closes, why EA is the worst, what states searched on pornhub during election week, and SO MUCH MORE!2020-11-181h 22The Healthtech Podcast#157: The Story of Awell Health with Thomas Vande Casteele 🌡️Thomas Vande Casteele is CEO and co-founder at Awell Health. He is a serial entrepreneur and made the decision to apply his expertise to optimise patient journeys and care pathways in healthcare in 2018 to found the company. To date, Awell works with approximately 25 hospitals across Europe and allows users to create digital care pathways help ease the burden on clinical staff and improve patient outcomes.
https://awellhealth.com/
Get in touch: www.jamessomauroo.com | www.somx.co.uk2020-10-1548 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 28 | "Dreams Come True"Another episode to fill your ear canal! Ant, Gary, and James discuss a grandma pregnant with her grandchild, a #Tiger #King star gets in trouble, the Dreams vibing skateboard guy gets a gift, #Guy #Fieri's planned #philly restaurants, and much moreFollow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasophy-Podcast-105862531062217 Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPod Instagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-10-1557 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 25 | "The kids are NOT okay!"A whole Quarter worth of episodes! James, Ant, and Gary take on more child pedo stories, the continuing struggle of the philly homeless encampment, the 76ers getting denied a new stadium, and much more! #PhillyHobos #76ers #saveourchildren2020-09-221h 00The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 24 | "Netflix Crosses the Line!!!"Ant, James, and Gary take on #Netflix's disturbing new movie #Cuties, plus a quick look at the #Philly hobo town, as well as the heightening #hurricane season. And much more!#Netflix #Cuties #PhillyHobos #Hurricanes Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasophy-Podcast-105862531062217 Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPod Instagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-09-1550 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 23 | "Movie Mania pt 7: Favorite Actors"The Movie Mania finale! Ant, Gary, and James discuss the tragic passing of Chadwick Boseman and other great actors who were taken way too soon, plus some personal favorites like Tim Curry, Nicholas Cage, and much more! #ChadwickBoseman #TimCurry #NicholasCage Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasop... Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPod Instagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-09-0955 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 21 | "Movie Mania pt 5: Bad Remakes"Movie Mania marches on as James, Ant, and Gary talk their most disliked movie remakes. Listen in to learn why Gary hates child's play (2019), why ant thinks Aladdin (2019) was incredibly underwhelming, and why James (and everyone else) hates the 2015 remake of Poltergeist. #Aladdin #Poltergeist #Child's Play Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasophy-Podcast-105862531062217 Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPod Instagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-08-1848 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 20 | "Movie Mania pt 4: Childhood Favs"Episode 20 has arrived! Gary, Ant, James, and Topher discuss their favorite childhood movies, ranging from National Treasure and Aliens, to catdog and little rascals. Plus we bring up some forgotten movies from the 2000s #Aliens #CatDog #WarofTheWorlds #DrunkHasselhoff Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasophy-Podcast-105862531062217 Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPod Instagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-08-111h 03The PHILAsophy PodcastThe Right Tracks | Ep. 5 | "The Next Lemmy Kilmister!?!?!"In this episode Atlas and James talk about Mushroomhead's new album and how great of a band they are that has been lost in the shadow of Slipknot. How Heavy Metal was forged and who could play Lemmy Kilmister in an upcoming biopic. ...We might know who Atlas really is......wait nevermind still dont..2020-07-3044 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastThe Right Tracks | Ep 4 | "I CaN't SpEaK aNyMoRe!"Welcome to episode 4 of The Right Tracks. James and Atlas talk about a guitarist for a KISS cover band gets his hair caught on fire and keeps playing. Is trapt becoming the new limp bisket? I don't know but they are enraged on twitter during this lockdown. And have you ever heard of Steel Panther? well get ready because we go over some album and song names that flip the bird to Political Correctness and sensitivity!! We have yet to know the Identity of Atlas but he seems to be amused by James's inability to speak....2020-07-3040 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastThe Right Tracks | Ep 3 | "You ain't no cowboy!"HEY WE ARE BACK!! Get tready for one of the best episodes of "The Right Tracks" so far. Questions are answered and a new guest is joining us so I hope you enjoy!! Hosted by James and accompanied by MadAng and Atlas Yeah I still don't know who Atlas is either....2020-07-3055 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastThe Right Tracks | Ep 2 | "Jammin' All night!"Hey everyone, ready for some music!? Well we got some music packed interactions between the crew we got here tonight! I hope you enjoy!!Hosted by James and accompanied by MadAng and AtlasYeah I still don't know who Atlas is either....2020-07-3042 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastThe Right Tracks | Ep 1 | "Metal men!"Hey everyone, welcome to "The Right Tracks" podcast brought to you by members of the PHILAsophy podcast. This podcast is centered around music and topics related to music. Talking about awesome band, albums, songs, artists etc... I hope you enjoy this and there will be more to come.This first episode is a general introduction of the members involved in this podcast. It may feature more or different people throughout the series.Hosted by James and accompanied by MadAng and Atlas Yeah I don't know who Atlas is either....Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasop...2020-07-3047 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 19 | "Movie Mania pt 3: Hated Garbage"Movie Mania drags on! Gary, Ant, and James discuss their burning hatred for movies. Plus, a look into some overall movie franchises that the crew loathes.#thelastairbender#jackandjill#Twilight#garbageFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasophy-Podcast-105862531062217Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPodInstagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-07-2848 min
Elder Thomas Keeping 100Elder Thomas Keeping 100 (Trailer)2020-07-1900 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 17 | "Movie mania pt1: Underrated"In this episode Ant James and Gary talk about underrated movies and TV shows and what makes them good movies in their eyes. From #speedracer to #pumpinhead the range of good B movies that have escaped public eyes is astonishing. If there any underrated, overrated movies you have let us know! Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasophy-Podcast-105862531062217 Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPod Instagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-07-141h 03The PHILAsophy PodcastEp. 16 | "Flying snakes and Alien potatoes"Happy (belated) 4th of July from us to you! This week, Ant, James, and Gary discuss cursing ghosts (no the other kind of cursing), flying snakes (!!!), onion cereal, potatoes growing out of control, and much more!2020-07-0745 minThe PHILAsophy PodcastEp 12 | "Words that need to be said"This weeks episode is a bit different. Ant, James, Gary and Yaz are joined by special guest Black Star to discuss the ongoing #GeorgeFloyd protests, the riots that occured as well, fake social media posturing, inaccurate reporting, and what solutions can come out of this whole situation. A bit more serious pod this week, but we hope you enjoy anyway. Thanks for listening and stay safe. __________________________________________________________________________________ Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Philasophy-Podcast-105862531062217 Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhilasophyPod Instagram: PHILAsophy Podcast2020-06-091h 40The King's Men: A Christian Men PodcastTKM: S2 EP9 - Media is Bias against Christianity.Fox News did a great job of illustrating how the language of the liberal left is really a theology and not an ideology. There are many examples of how the tech giants are suppressing the public forum posts of Christians. Current there is a major law suit between Prager U and YouTube for the removal of several videos that were banned by a person who did not like their content. View video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6C6_NVj964
Top Stories that affect the Church and our Society:
Three Irish schools to become f...2019-09-0532 minThe King's Men: A Christian Men PodcastTruth Bomb #8 - Separation of Church and State Part 5Supreme Court Justice James Wilson: Signer of both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution had this to say about constitutional law.
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Four Seas One FamilyIPD: Podcasting in the Asian Region.Here is a bonus episode recorded on October 1st 2017 for International Podcasts Day. I was the second remote speaker and I spoke about Podcasting in the Asian Region. I am honored to have been chosen to take part in this celebration of podcasting. Youtube: James Thomas: Podcasting in the Asian Region Youtube: International Podcast Day (Full Broadcast) Facebook Page: International Podcast Day Twitter: @International Podcast Day THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THIS Bonus SODE! Thank you very much for taking the time to share this podcast. Click...2017-10-1940 min
Four Seas One FamilyFinding Cultural Bridges.James sits down for a chat with his old friend and Cortland State University alumni, Mr. Todd Friends, whom he hasn’t seen in years. Todd is currently an assistant professor at Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington. Listen to how Todd is using his expat experience, along with his extensive business and management background, to impress on his students the importance of developing cross cultural exchanges and understandings at a local level. Also, Todd explains why in some places cultural understandings can turn out to be more valuable and flexible in the long term than contractual agreements, wh...2017-05-2824 min
Four Seas One FamilyApril 2017 TER Announcement.From overseas, expats can offer unique perspectives that may not be easily observed by international media outlets. With all the cultural and political uprising taking place in the world today, now is the time for expats, who have had the opportunity to interact and live amongst different cultures, to make their points of views heard and work to breakdown cultural misunderstandings that have developed through suspicions, hate and fear. James Thomas, the host of Four Seas One Family, is working with other like-minded expats located in different parts of the world to create a podcast...2017-04-0207 min
Four Seas One FamilyBarbarian At The Gate.There are a few expats who have totally immersed themselves in the culture and lifestyle of their host nation. They later discover that their relationship with their adopted home has become strong and, in some cases, inseparable. Because of this type of unexplainable connection, a few expats have made the decision to give up the passport of their nation of birth to become a citizen of the nation of their adopted home. This transformation for many isn’t an easy one and, in some cases, irreversible. In this episode, James sits down for a chat with TC Li...2017-03-2548 min
Four Seas One FamilyExpat Mom From The City of Lights Raising Children Abroad.In this episode we are having a wonderful chat with Pakistani expat Shehar Bano Rizvi (A name that James easily mispronounces.) who, at the time of this interview, has been living in Doha, Qatar for 13 years. Shehar is raising three children in her adopted home and shares how her little ones are adapting to a life that is constantly being in a mix of different languages, faces and cultures. Learn why Shehar sees this fact as a strong asset to her children’s personal development. She goes into why she decided to not return to her high paced job in...2016-12-0449 min
Four Seas One FamilyPeople are still people no matter how different the cultures.In this episode, James is talking to American expat, part-time musician with a voice that any radio announcer would dream of having, Mr. Jim Santos. Jim is a retired network engineer from the DC area someplace near Chesapeake Bay and is connecting to us from Ecuador. I found Jim from one of his articles posted on the Wall Street Journal website. From his overseas vantage point, Jim uses a direct and, at times, strategic humorous point of view to highlight the events currently going on in the US. He talks about unfortunate events brought him...2016-10-0737 min
Four Seas One FamilyLower your expectations so that you can get the results that you want.Join us this episode as our host, James Thomas, sits down for a chat with Zambian-Canadian expat-entrepreneur Mr. Rico Ngoma. Tune in and listen to what lead Mr. Ngoma to learn more about China and what gave him the spark to finally move to China and start a business in the southern ever-moving Chinese city of Guangzhou. As Rico’s parents are also deeply involved in business, it maybe fair to say that doing business is in Rico’s DNA. Rico followed the road many expats take while living abroad and draws some interesting comparisons between doing busi...2016-08-3147 min
Four Seas One FamilyTaking a Leap of Faith.It is no secret that taking a leap of faith of any kind can lead to many important transitions in anyone’s life, which can help a person further develop him or herself as a part of the human race. In this episode, James is joined in his downtown office studio in Taipei with Mr. Johnny Fountain who currently works for a major global computer manufacturer with offices in Asia. Johnny is now based in Taipei, Taiwan and he joins us in this episode to talk about his experiences that lead to his life abroad. He talks about how he...2016-08-1737 min
Four Seas One FamilyThe Expat's Approach to Assimilation and Humility in Learning.In this episode James and Jon Dunning sit down for a chat about the different types of expats that adventure beyond their nations borders to experience life and for what reasons. Expats view their overseas life experience in many ways and in this podcast learn about the make up of a few of them. The expat's approach to assimilation and humility in learning about a host country's culture, balancing birth/host country cultures, are we conquerors, escapees or explorers? MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: CONQUEROR, EXPLORER, ESCAPEE, NOMAD (BY-LIFESTYLE) Other possible types...2016-07-2041 min
Four Seas One FamilyJamar Whaley: Overcoming Socioeconomic Barriers to Help Promote Educational Exchanges AbroadIn this info-packed episode, James sits down for a chat with fellow New Yorker, Jamar Whaley. Jamar shares his expat experience and talks about his observance on how people from low-socioeconomic classes are not offered or simply blocked from opportunities to study abroad and why this needs to be changed. Jamar often gives an emotional inter-personal perspective on his life abroad.2016-04-0749 min
Four Seas One FamilyThe Ups and Downs of a Long-Distance Relationship.On this Valentines Day, James chats about the few steps couples can take to help their relationship apart stay afloat. It's not a secret that long-distance relationships can cause a lot of stress to partners and require that both partners be patient and trust one another throughout. The following are five tips to deal with the ups and downs of a long-distance relationship. 1. Have mutual positive feelings 2. Strong commitment 3. Have faith and trust 4. Communication 5. Be Mature 2016-02-1413 min
Four Seas One FamilyMark Goding: There’s a grain of truth in a lot of what some people (say) who criticize.Mark Goding, a fifteen plus year Australian expat living in Taiwan, chats with James about his early travels before ending up in the place he now calls home. A class A optimist, Mark is well known for his endless energy and outspokenness and he always has an antidote for any situation or cause. He keeps active and also runs his own business selling sausages to local business. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE! Thank you very much for taking the time to share this podcast. Click HERE if you would like to lo...2015-12-011h 01
Four Seas One FamilyChristine Chang: Working overseas as a Female Expat.Today we interview Ms. Christine Chang, a Taiwanese expat working in Hong Kong. Ms. Chang, in her first Internet interview, shares with James Thomas her experiences working and living abroad. Christine talks about some of the issues she’s faced working in a “male dominated” industry and how it seems that more women at put in hi-level management positions in many Hong Kong companies. She also points out what was her drive to look overseas for an employment challenge and the value of an overseas work experience for women today. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE! ...2015-11-0439 min