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Since Attlee & ChurchillWhat happened when Tony Blair cut benefits for single mums?In 1997, Tony Blair returned Labour to power with a landslide majority. But many people who hoped for radical change were left disappointed when he announced that Labour would continue with the Tory plan to scrap the Lone Parent Premium, a welfare top up for single parents. Lone parents protested; Labour MPs revolted; and Blair had to decide whether to plough on with the measure or surrender to his backbenchers. In the week after Keir Starmer buckled under pressure from his MPs over the Personal Independent Payment, Lee and Richard look at Blair's approach to a similar dilemma a...2025-07-061h 05
A Small Voice: Conversations With Photographers251 - Mike AbrahamsBritish photographer Mike Abrahams has worked as a freelance photographer for over 40 years having become renowned for his sensitive eye in documenting the lives of ordinary people often in extraordinary situations.In 1981 he was a cofounder of Network Photographers the Internationally renowned picture agency and his work has taken him around the world. His photographs have been published in all the major international news media. In 2024, Mike’s much anticipated book This Was Then, was published by Bluecoat Press and has been described as a lyrical portrait of humanity in adverse circumstances. It features photographs taken...2025-02-261h 02
Master My Garden Podcast- EP244 Joseph Sturrock Spencer Rose Consultant With David Austin Roses Chats About Rose Care, Breeding & Much MoreWhat’s the secret behind the breathtaking beauty of David Austin Roses? Join us as we uncover the captivating history, meticulous breeding process, and enduring legacy of these iconic blooms with none other than Joseph Sturrock Spencer, an esteemed rose consultant from David Austin Roses. From the visionary passion of David Austin to the global acclaim his roses have garnered at the Chelsea Flower Show, Joseph takes us on an enchanting journey through the world of English roses. Discover the balance of aesthetic charm, disease resistance, and repeat flowering that defines each new variety.Ever wond...2024-09-201h 06
The Barefoot Mediator PodcastThe Hope of Mediation - With John SturrockIn this interview I speak with John Sturrock, a lawyer and mediator and the founder of Core Solutions in Scotland, who has been identified as a Global Elite Thought Leader in Who’s Who Legal and we are discussing the growth of mediation and it’s role in an ever divided world
We discuss the hope of mediation and its’ role in an ever-divided world:
· How mediation has developed since its introduction into the world of commercial dispute resolution in the early 1990s
· How the process and skills of mediation can be applied in a wider context to help us resolve...2024-02-1442 min
The Mediate.com PodcastBetter Conversations in Scotland with John Sturrock KC (Ep. 40)In this episode, Veronica speaks with John Sturrock KC, founder and senior mediator at Core Solutions. Listen to this episode to learn about the following:
The connection between food, hospitality, meeting together, and mediation
How excellence in mediation is similar to excellence in sports
What it means to mediate "minimally" and why you should consider using this approach
The role mediators can play regarding discussions of political issues
Collaborative Scotland and the "Better Conversations Bus Tour"
Learn More:
Collaborative Scotland
Core Solutions
John's Books: Mediator's Musings Vol 1 and Vol 2
About John Sturrock KC:
John Sturrock KC is founder and senior...2024-01-2253 min
Vineyard 61 Church PodcastsJesus Raises Lazarus - Karen Sturrock - Vineyard61 ChurchWelcome to our sermon series "Signposts to Jesus", where we will look at John’s presentation of Jesus through what he calls “signs.” These signs are in effect signposts - pointing us to Jesus and, in particular, the purpose of his ministry. This week Karen at our Balham site unpacks sign seven, Jesus Raises Lazarus.2023-11-2027 min
Bureau of Lost CultureRock, Radicals and Racism*Roger Huddle is a born and bred Londoner, a working class music-mad mod who grew up in the 50s, got radicalised in the 60s and became a co-founder of one the most successful activist groups of the 70s - Rock Against Racism (RAR).
*RAR was a political and cultural movement which emerged in 1976 in reaction to a rise in racist attacks on the streets of the United Kingdom and increasing support for the far-right National Front at the ballot box.
•Between 1976 and 1982 RAR activists organised national carnivals and tours, as well as local gigs and clubs throughout the country bringing together b...2023-08-0659 min
Reading Jane AustenS03E09 Mansfield Park: Episode 9, Chapters 35-39In this episode, we read Chapters 35 to 39 of Mansfield Park. We talk about how Edmund and Mary dismiss Fanny’s concerns about Henry, Sir Thomas’s decision to send Fanny back to Portsmouth, Fanny and William’s journey, the comedy of the arrival in Portsmouth, Fanny’s reaction to the house, and the very realistic and grounded nature of the Portsmouth scenes .We discuss Edmund Bertram, then Harriet’s partner Michael talks about the Marines. Harriet looks at how adaptations and modernisations treat these chapters, and then Ellen talks about a later nineteenth century novel influenced by Mansfield...2022-09-0457 min
Political GabfestGabfest Live! Grab the Steering Wheel EditionThis week, David Plotz, Emily Bazelon and John Dickerson are live at Sixth & I in Washington, DC discussing the new insurrection revelations; the overturning of Roe; and the legitimacy of the U.S. Supreme Court.Here are some notes and references from this week’s show:David French for The Dispatch: “The Case for Prosecuting Donald Trump Just Got Much Stronger”Kirsten M. J. Thompson, Hugh J. W. Sturrock, Diana Greene Foster, et al for JAMA Network Open: “Association of Travel Distance to Nearest Abortion Facility With Rates of Abortion”Sacred...2022-06-301h 02
The Godfathers of PodcastingEpisode 74 with Dana SmithThe Godfathers of Podcasting are back with another fantastic episode! This week, Donnie, Tid and Dan-e-o discuss Kyrie Irving’s angst towards vaccine mandates in the NBA, politician Laverne Spicer’s idiotic tweet concerning the aforementioned story, Superman’s son John Kent coming out as bisexual and Gregg Popovich’s take on Columbus Day.The boys then welcome Winnipeg-based comedian, Dana Smith to the show. She talks about her new comedy album, “I’ll Smile At Your Funeral” and the inspiration for the title, her recollection of cringeworthy material and subsequent growth as a writer, walking the fine line between b...2021-10-151h 03
Jobsharing And BeyondSpecial Episode for Father's DayToday is a special episode to celebrate the upcoming Father’s Day in many countries around the world. If you are a regular listener, you will have heard me talk to wonderful dad advocates around the world. If you have not had a chance to listen to our conversations, I will put the episodes with Jake, Robert, Michael, Gabriel, Josh, Ian, Rob, John and Dan in the show notes. Jake Stika: https://emilyspath.ca/job-sharing-and-beyond-episode-40-jake-stika/ Robert Frischbier: https://emilyspath.ca/job-sharing-and-beyond-episode-37-luisa-hanke-and-robert-frischbier/ (part of the interview with Luisa Ha...2021-06-2010 min
Anlaşabiliriz-WeCanFindAWayPublic Services And Mediation Guest: John SturrockMy guest John Sturrock is an internationally recognized commercial mediator and a “thought leader” in the area of mediation. He is also the Founder and CEO of Core Solutions advocating better conversations and better outcomes. John talks about how principles of mediation should be more commonly used in public services and contrasts the airline industry’s no-fault approach in the 1970’s with the health sector where the pressure on staff deserves recognition. He goes on to talk about why the social and political arena needs mediation, his concerns about climate change and how mediators can be more environmentally conscious.
He also tal...2020-12-1027 min
Jobsharing And BeyondSpecial Compilation Episode: Part 2The compilation episodes (part 1 and part 2) include short clips from guests in the first 20 episodes. These compilations are great episodes for anyone wanting to gain an initial overview of the topics the guests on Job Sharing and Beyond speak about. In part 1 of the compilation episode, the guests talk about various aspects of job sharing as well as the transferable skills of unpaid care work/ parenting. In this part 2 of the compilation episode, the guests talk about another form of flexible work - 4 Day Week, fathers & care and support for professionals returning back to paid w...2020-11-1819 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesCommitment to Respectful DialogueThis podcast discusses the eight principles in the Commitment to Respectful Dialogue, summarising many of the topics discussed in this podcast series. Consider how you might apply this to a difficult situation you are experiencing or which is known to you.
Transcript available at http://www.core-solutions.com/podcasts/ .
2020-10-2800 minJohn Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesCommitment to Respectful DialogueThis podcast discusses the eight principles in the Commitment to Respectful Dialogue, summarising many of the topics discussed in this podcast series. 2020-10-2300 minJohn Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesBATNAS and WATNASFinding objective ways to benchmark whether or not to accept an agreed outcome in your negotiations is critical. BATNAS and WATNAS are a great tool, derived from the Getting to Yes approach. You need to ask: "what will happen if...?" This podcast explores these themes.2020-10-0600 minJohn Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesThe Power of a Positive NoSometimes we need to say No to others. But it can be hard. How do we establish and hold on to what is really important to us, assert those things positively - and still maintain and build relationships, while finding acceptable outcomes for all concerned? Listen to this podcast!2020-09-0905 min
Jobsharing And BeyondSpecial Episode: Updates on guests from episodes 6-9 & other newsWelcome to a special episode of Job sharing and Beyond! Today, I will give you some updates on my past guests as well as share some exciting news regarding the podcast and Emily’s Path Consulting. And I will also talk more about why my guests’ expertise covers such a wide spectrum from job sharing and other flexible work methods to fatherhood & care, returning professionals, and transferable business skills from unpaid care work. Links to updates from my previous guests, in episodes 6-9 & more. Nina Strassner's interview with Good Morning America. http...2020-09-0314 minJohn Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesThe Verbal, the Vocal and the VisualWhat we say (the words we use), how we say it (the use of our voices) and what we do as we speak (what others see) all contribute to the effectiveness of our communication. In this podcast, also available on video (go to www.core-solutions.com/podcasts/), John Sturrock discusses how we can avoid the communication chasm and highlights practical steps to ensure that we get our messages across so that what others hear is what we actually mean. Contrast the audio with the video and see/hear the difference! Which works better? Why?2020-08-2509 minJohn Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesReframing - a critical tool in mediation, negotiation and lifeReframing - words, ideas, proposals, reactions, responses and our view of the world - is really important. This podcast discusses reframing and other interesting ways to enhance your communications, negotiations and conversations.2020-07-1606 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesTaking StockTaking Stock of the first 14 podcasts and introducing our online workshop series.2020-07-0902 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesNeuroscience, Mediation and Negotiation (Part 2)Part 2 of a discussion of important biases which affect the way we think, communicate, negotiate and mediate.2020-07-0306 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesNeuroscience, Mediation And NegotiationOur understanding of neuroscience and cognitive and implicit biases has increased greatly in recent years. This podcast explores how this learning is applied by a mediator to help parties to negotiate and mediate more effectively.2020-06-2506 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesPRUDDIE - A Valuable StructureWhether we are communicating, negotiating. mediating or problem-solving, it is really useful to have a structure to follow, to optimise our effectiveness and ensure a successful outcome. PRUDDIE is just such a structure, tried and tested over the years.2020-06-1805 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesThe Power Of The PauseIn trying to be an effective communicator, the importance of pausing before speaking, responding or reacting cannot be over-emphasised but it is not easy to do. Here are some tips and some benefits.2020-05-2905 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesSeparating People From The ProblemSeparating People from the Problem, one of the most important things we can do to help manage a difficult conversation and resolve conflict - but it is not easy! Here are some reflections.2020-05-2104 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesSome Deep Questions And Really ListeningA final session on questions, with illustrations of deep questions to enhance understanding - and discussion of what it takes to listen really well.2020-05-1406 min
The LRB PodcastThe Theory TruceMichael Wood talks to Adam Shatz about critical theory, its origins, developments and various diversions, and where it stands today. The conversation marks the publication of the eighth volume in the LRB Collections series, The Meaninglessness of Meaning: Writing about the theory wars from the ‘London Review of Books’ by contributors including Pierre Bourdieau, Judith Butler, Richard Rorty, Lorna Sage, John Sturrock and Michael Wood.You can buy the book on the LRB Store here: lrb.me/theoryFind a full transcript and list of related articles for this episode here: https://lrb.me/theorytrucepodUse t...2020-05-1256 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesGiving Effective Feedback Using HPDREEGiving really good feedback is an essential skill for all leaders, managers, coaches and others who work with people and wish to help them enhance their performance. Tried and tested, the HPDREE technique offers a structured, non judgemental and forward-looking way to achieve this.2020-05-0405 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesBetter Conversations, Better Outcomes: Asking Questions (4)Why am I asking this question of this person at this time in this way? The best question of all? What questions would you ask today's decision-makers?2020-04-2205 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesBetter Conversations, Better Outcomes: Asking Questions as part of Preparation (3)Preparing for a difficult meeting, negotiation or mediation? These are the sorts of questions you might consider. Further tips for more effective conversations.2020-04-1704 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesBetter Conversations, Better Outcomes: Asking Questions (2)Further tips about asking really effective questions to enhance understanding and get under the surface, with many examples2020-04-1405 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesBetter Conversations, Better Outcomes: Asking Questions (1)Asking questions and getting under the surface is so important when dealing with difficult situations - or even just when we want to have a really good conversation. To do so well is a skill in itself.2020-04-0904 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesDealing with Difficult Situations 3: CAREAnother tool to help communication with someone who is angry, upset or in dispute, condensing our mnemonic AARREE, from parts 1 and 2, into a shorter form: CARE2020-04-0603 min
John Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesDealing with Difficult Situations 2: AARREE (part 2)Further discussion of a tool to help communicate with someone with whom you disagree2020-04-0304 minJohn Sturrock: Better Conversations, Better OutcomesDealing with Difficult Situations 1: AARREELooking to have better conversations? This is a very useful tool for communicating with someone with whom you disagree, tried and tested in mediation and negotiation2020-04-0202 min
You're BookedNadia Shireen - You're BookedThis week we are in glorious North London to meet picture book illustrator and kids book powerhouse Nadia Shireen! Nadia is the creator of the Billy book series and blockbusters such as The Bumblebear and The Cow Who Fell To Earth. She is also an ex-Smash Hits staffer - which may be mentioned in the course of the episode. We also talked to her about reading guilt, sort of stalking Paul Auster and the Pet Shop Boys.BOOKSDaisy Buchanan - The SisterhoodDale Shaw - Painfully British HaikusNadia Shireen...2019-10-2856 min
The Forest School PodcastEp 37 - Summer Reading Recommendations!Gemma and Lewis open in classic British style – celebrating the first proper rain in almost three weeks and admitting national jumper-anxiety. While thunder rolls in the background they:• compare iPhone “floors climbed” stats• share a long digression about government tracking, MI5 recruitment myths and targeted phone ads• recount a huge sweet-chestnut limb that dropped on site after the recent drought, reminding everyone about “summer branch drop” (not just beeches – chestnut and oak too)• play a six-bird quiz using the Birdsong – 150 British & Irish Birds button-book: 1 Raven 2 Jay 3 Lesser spotted woodpecker 4 Great tit 5 Goldcrest 6 Wren + bonus c...2019-07-2043 min
Vineyard 61 Church PodcastsKaren Sturrock - IAM: I am the Way and the Truth and the Life - John 14:6 - 30.06.19Whilst this verse might be an evangelist’s dream scripture, it offers a deeper challenge for those who already call themselves followers of Jesus. In the midst our culture, where so much divides us, Jesus calls us to surrender ourselves to the foolishness of the Cross to meet the real cry of a broken world.2019-07-0331 min
Loathed Strangers: Swindon Town PodcastPhil SmithHello and welcome to episode 52 of the Loathed Strangers.A final interview before the summer break and it's a another big ol' edition this time with former Town goalkeeper, Phil Smith.- Early days- Millwall- Non-League- Suh-win-don! (35mins 32secs) - Wise & Poyet- Sturrock & Malpas- Wilson & Hart- Di Canio- Teammates- Penalties- Post-SwindonAND SO MUCH MOREFootball is great, isn't it!?All of the #LSPOD guests volunteer their own time to discuss football with me and I’m very much grateful for it.Thanks, as always, for listening and I really hope you enjoy!Rich--------------------------------------Facebook: The Loathed Strangershttps://twitter.com/LoathedStrangerhttps://www.instagram.co...2019-05-202h 17
Vineyard 61 Church PodcastsKaren Sturrock - When Jesus Met: Mary and Martha - John 11:1-44 - 24.03.19We're continuing our series of "When Jesus met" and on this occasion Karen shares about when Jesus met Mary and Martha in the midst of their mourning and grief. Karen preaches about how to find confidence in God whatever our circumstances.2019-03-2534 min
Loathed Strangers: Swindon Town PodcastChris TannerWelcome to Episode SE7ENTEEN of the Loathed Strangers Podcast. Still just about delivering that one instalment per week. Phew!My guest for this episode is former Media and Communications Manager*, Chris Tanner.*Not Media and Communications Officer, which is what I say on the Pod...Chris was employed by Swindon Town between 2002 and 2013 so he saw things, man. All sorts of crazy and wonderful things.We talk about his role at the club plus his experiences...* The Press* Notable Events* Pre-Season Tours* Notable Seasons* Owners- Wills Familys feat. Willie Carson- BEST Holdings- The Andrew Fitton Consortium- Jed* The Manager...2018-11-052h 04
Power-Up With The Best-Selling Full Audiobook Experience!Tracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers by Matthew BroughtonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/331949to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Tracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers
Author: Matthew Broughton
Narrator: Robert Pugh, Jonathan Forbes, Kenneth Cranham, Fiona O’shaughnessy, Romola Garai, Kai Owen, Full Cast, Susan Jameson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 31 minutes
Release date: May 3, 2018
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 4
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
'One of the best dramas - on television or radio - currently on offer' Radio Times 'The most brilliant drama' and 'really, really well produced' Dolly Alderton 'instantly compelling' The Guardian Tracks A plane crash. A dead father. A buried secret. A...2018-05-036h 31
Grab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseTracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers by Matthew BroughtonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/331949 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Tracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers Author: Matthew Broughton Narrator: Robert Pugh, Jonathan Forbes, Kenneth Cranham, Fiona O’shaughnessy, Romola Garai, Kai Owen, Full Cast, Susan Jameson Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 31 minutes Release date: May 3, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 4 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: 'One of the best dramas - on television or radio - currently on offer' Radio Times 'The most brilliant drama' and 'really, really well produced' Dolly Alderton 'instantly compelling' The Guardian Tracks A plane crash. A dead father. A buried se...2018-05-0305 minGrab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseTracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers by Matthew BroughtonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/331949to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Tracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers
Author: Matthew Broughton
Narrator: Robert Pugh, Jonathan Forbes, Kenneth Cranham, Fiona O’shaughnessy, Romola Garai, Kai Owen, Full Cast, Susan Jameson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 31 minutes
Release date: May 3, 2018
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 4
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
'One of the best dramas - on television or radio - currently on offer' Radio Times 'The most brilliant drama' and 'really, really well produced' Dolly Alderton 'instantly compelling' The Guardian Tracks A plane crash. A dead father. A buried secret. A...2018-05-036h 31
Immerse Yourself in Stories Through Sound With Full AudiobookTracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers Audiobook by Matthew BroughtonListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 331949
Title: Tracks: Series 1 and 2: Two BBC Radio 4 full-cast thrillers
Author: Matthew Broughton
Narrator: Fiona Oshaughnessy, Full Cast , Jonathan Forbes, Kai Owen, Kenneth Cranham, Robert Pugh, Romola Garai, Susan Jameson
Format: Unabridged
Length: 06:31:00
Language: English
Release date: 05-03-18
Publisher: Penguin Books LTD
Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense
Summary:
'One of the best dramas - on television or radio - currently on offer' Radio Times
'The most brilliant drama' and 'really, really well produced' Dolly Alderton
'instantly compelling' The Guardian
Tracks
A plane crash.
A dead father.
A buried...2018-05-036h 31
Vineyard Churches UK & IrelandThriving In Active Retirement - Peter & Rosemary Sturrock (NLC 2018 Seminar)A collection of seminar talks from the Vineyard National Leaders' Conference 2018, including talks from Jon Tyson, John & Eleanor Mumford, Mike Pilavachi and many more. Recorded in January 2018 at Trent Vineyard church, Nottingham.2018-02-2253 min
Listen to New Releases of Audiobooks in Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & MusiciansLove from Boy Audiobook by Donald SturrockPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com to download full audiobooks of your choice for free.
Title: Love from Boy
Subtitle: Roald Dahl's Letters to his Mother
Author: Donald Sturrock
Narrator: Andrew Wincott, Thomas Judd
Format: Unabridged
Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins
Language: English
Release date: 06-02-16
Publisher: John Murray
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & Musicians
Publisher's Summary:
On the 100th anniversary of his birth comes a revelatory collection of letters from the nation's favourite storyteller.
'Dear Mama, I am having a lovely time here. We play football every day here. The beds have no springs...2016-06-027h 12
Royal Academy of ArtsThe Future of Housing: New Realities of OwnershipAs a subject of political debate, the future of housing refuses to be sidelined. Due to spiralling prices, a significant amount of our young population look forward to a lifetime of renting, while the wealthy buy property for financial investment, rather than actual living. Leaving theory behind, this talk is firmly on the side of reality and touches on recent events involving activist demonstrations, occupations and police evictions. How might our country find new models of ownership that better reflect the changing realities of how people live today? Our panel, which includes two journalists, a policy expert, an artist and...2016-03-1600 min
Escuchando PeliculasEl Jardín De La Alegría (Comedia. Drama, Drogas 2000)País Reino Unido
Director Nigel Cole
Guión Craig Ferguson & Mark Crowdy (Historia: Mark Crowdy)
Música Mark Russell
Fotografía John de Borman
Reparto Brenda Blethyn, Craig Ferguson, Martin Clunes, Tcheky Karyo, Jamie Foreman, Bill Bailey, Valerie Edmond, Tristan Sturrock, Clive Merrison, Leslie Phillips, Phyllida Law
Sinopsis
Tras enviudar, Grace hereda una mansión en la costa de Cornualles, pero también las numerosas deudas contraídas por su marido. Agobiada por insuperables dificultades económicas, decide transformar su invernadero de orquídeas en una plantación de marihuana. Para ello. cuenta con la ayuda de su jardinero.2016-02-111h 27