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NexcastLeading the Way – Voices from Our Learner LeadersIn this episode, we catch up with three awesome student leaders who are helping shape the future of our school. Ryan DJ from the Learner Council talks about what inspired him to step up, how the council tackles challenges, and why listening to everyone’s voice really matters. Beverly, our CARE:MVMT Ambassador, shares what CARE:MVMT means to her, how she promotes mental health and wellbeing, and how we can all be a bit kinder and more inclusive. And Ryan Eng, the Innovation & Curriculum Ambassador, talks about the ch...2025-06-1311 minNexcastFantasy Premier League - A commentary on our competitive Staff and Learners League!In this episode of the school podcast, we dive into the world of Fantasy Premier League (FPL) with a lively roundtable of teachers and students who share a passion for football — both on and off the pitch.We kick things off by exploring what sparked their love for football, hearing stories that range from childhood memories to family traditions and iconic matches. The conversation then shifts to the addictive world of FPL — how and when our guests got hooked, and what keeps them coming back each season.We learn abou...2025-05-2334 minNexcastIn conversation with our Principal - Simon MannIn this inspiring episode of Nexcast, we sit down with Simon Mann, Principal of Nexus International School, to get a behind-the-scenes look at life as a school leader. Simon shares what a typical day looks like in his role, his deep passion for education, and what makes Nexus such a unique and special place to learn and grow.We also dive into his love for sports — including his favourite teams — and explore why he believes staying active is vital for wellbeing, both inside and outside the classroom. Simon offers invaluable advice to students prep...2025-04-2721 minNexcastShogi takes off at Nexus!Aditya and Josh host an insightful conversation with David Banfai who has recently started a Shogi CCA at Nexus.If you are interested in trying Shogi please email Mr David at banfai.d@nexus.edu.sgOriginally from Hungary, David’s professional journey has taken him around the world, from the Netherlands and Germany to Greece, Turkey, and finally Singapore. David is multilingual and has worked for several years in Singapore as an English lecturer, bringing a deep understanding of language acquisition from both academic and personal perspectives. He believes that digital tools and a vi...2025-03-1009 minNexcastBack with a bang! Red Prawn, Battle of the Bands and Nexus Beats!Hosts Joshua and Aditya chat with two member of the Nexus Band Red Prawn. We welcome Tomas (Vocalist) and Grace (Drums) for a chat about the recent participation in a FOBISIA BAttle of the bands as well as their upcoming Nexus Beats performance!We also proudly introduce our new Intro and Outro Music created by Y12 Learner Kaeden Balani!Questions, comments or suggestions? Contact us - nexcast@nexus.edu.sg2025-02-0911 minNexcastLegally Blonde at Nexus!Original broadway cast member Nikki Snelson (who played Brooke Taylor-Windham) shares an insightful conversion with two of Nexus' very own stars, Nazli (who plays Elle Woods) and Tilda (who plays Brooke Taylor-Windham). Join them for a behind the scenes peek and some invaluable industry insight as the excitement builds around our fast approaching annual show!A reminder to get your free tickets whist you still can at https://nexuslegallyblonde.splashthat.com/Questions, comments or suggestions? Contact us - nexcast@nexus.edu.sg2024-11-1510 minNexcastMusic at Nexus - In Conversation with Clare LambertNexus learners Jack and Josh host an insightful conversation with head of Music, Clare Lambert. Deeply passionate for music, Clare Lambert has always been involved in a music-related role growing up. Her work experience includes roles as Head of Music, Head of the Arts, Faculty Leader and Co-Chair of FOBISIA Music. In addition, Clare is a violinist, singer and pianist and has also played in international orchestras, chamber groups and string ensembles during her travels. Currently she is the Subject Leader for music at Nexus after a career in teaching music across Asia in Hong Kong and S...2024-06-1215 minNexcastBlood - A Collaboration with Learner Leadership around Periods.In this episode, with the help of learners Zoe and Mary from we delve into the inspiring story behind the founding of Blood and the creation of their innovative product, MenstruHeat. We explore what motivated the founders to start this groundbreaking company and how their journey began.We also discuss Blood's impactful initiative to support schools by donating free sanitary products. Discover how this initiative was born, the significant impact it has had on students and school communities, and hear heartfelt feedback from those who have benefited from these generous donations. Learn how interactions with student councils...2024-05-3112 minNexcastSwim, Bike, Run and Teach! - An interview with Mrs Suzie, Nexus' Teaching Triathlete!Join Our host Jack he chats with one of Nexus' many talented teachers Mrs Suzie. Suzie Bacon, a Primary Teacher here at Nexus, unexpectedly discovered her love for triathlons. Watching them from the sidelines, she was struck by the fun and challenge they seemed to offer. In 2019, she took the plunge and participated in her first triathlon, experiencing the thrill of competition firsthand. Her initial nerves vanished when she hit the water, and a surprising third-place finish solidified her passion for the sport. Since then, Suzie has become a seasoned competitor, tackling events li...2024-05-1716 minNexcastMeet Our Hosts!This episode of Nexcast is simply a casual chat with our regular hosts Jack and Josh where they cover podcasting heroes, life in Singapore and their interests both inside and outside of Nexus!Questions, comments or suggestions? Contact us - nexcast@nexus.edu.sg2024-05-0313 minNexcastWhat is FPL? Mr Kevin, Mr Michael and Mr Henry discuss The BunNISSliga!Questions, comments or suggestions? Contact us - nexcast@nexus.edu.sg2024-04-1929 minNexcastLooking into Learner Leadership with Michael Hayes Jack and KK host an insightful chat with English Teacher and Learner Leadership Co-ordinator Michael Hayes. Alongside learner leadership they talk about life at Nexus, living in Singapore and the reality following a struggling Premier League team. Following 11 years of teaching in the UK, Malaysia and China, Michael moved to Singapore to join the English team at Nexus. He is passionate and enthusiastic about working with children to realise their potential. As a keen purveyor of holistic education, he has a firm belief that education comes not only within the classroom, but out of it....2024-04-0416 minNexcastSports at Nexus - Talking Football (and more) with Frank CarterHosted by Football enthusiast Joshua, Nexcast welcomes Mr Frank Carter from our PHE depart to join us for episode five!Frank is an enthusiastic Physical & Health Education Teacher who is focused on building relationships within the Nexus community and facilitating new and interesting sporting opportunities for learners. Frank is originally from Bradford, in the North of England, and has 11 years of teaching experience in England, South Korea, China and Singapore.Questions, comments or suggestions? Contact us - nexcast@nexus.edu.sg2024-03-1418 min
NexcastThe Addams Family are coming to Nexus!Our annual Musical production runs next week and we're very proud to be bring The Addams Family to Nexus! Don't miss this greatly insightful chat between our presenter Jack, Kim Bennett (Head of Theatre) and two of the shows leading stars. Questions, comments or suggestions? Contact us - nexcast@nexus.edu.sg2024-03-0317 minNexcastWhen KK Met Sarah... Dive Into Coaching at Nexus and Join the Conversation!Our Y13 Host KK meets Ms Sarah Cole and together they go through coaching session with an opportunity for you to get involved!Who is Ms Sarah Cole?Sarah brings a wealth of international experience from the UK, Hong Kong, Australia and Singapore to Nexus and the Primary PHE team. She is passionate about holistic education, health and well-being and aspires to create a positive ripple effect in the world. A lifelong learner, Sarah is an International Coach Federation-accredited health and personal development coach, as well as team coach. She empowers people to articulate, reflect...2024-02-2230 minNexcastIn conversation with Stephanie Hughes, Deputy Head of School, MYP Coordinator and PHE Teacher!In this episode Year 10 learner Jack hosts a fun and informative chat with Stephanie Hughes - Deputy Head of School, MYP Coordinator and PHE Teacher! More about Stephanie Hughes...With over seven years education sector experience in the UK and ten years in Singapore, Stephanie Hughes is our key driver for the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the development of the school’s Drama, Art, Music and Dance culture. Having worked in the private sector as a Marketing Executive before entering education, she brings creativity and divergent thinking to her teaching and leadership style. Stephanie tea...2024-02-0823 minNexcastMeet our Principal - Lachlan MackinnonIn our debut episode co-hosts Joshua and Khayra have a very insightful chat with Lachlan Mackinnon, Principal of Nexus International School.About LachlanMy purpose is to inspire people, one conversation at a time, with a shared vision and common purpose. There is no defining action, no grand program, no killer innovation, it’s about building momentum with courageous people. I’m known for walking alongside people, to create a culture where they feel safe, have a strong sense of belonging and flourish in their own unique ways. Listening deeply, encouraging them to recognize their true...2024-01-2423 min
WeAreLATech Los Angeles Startups Podcast, hosted by Espree DevoraRemix: Chloë Drimal, Kim Kohatsu, and Brian Sanders: WeAreLATech Startup SpotlightDon't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight! “Remix: Chloë Drimal, Kim Kohatsu, and Brian Sanders” WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.To support our podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/believe To be featured on the podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/feature-your-la-startup/Want to be featured in the WeAreLATech Community? Create your profile here http://wearelatech.com/communityHost,Espree Devorahttps://twitte...2022-09-1414 min
Abnormal Realities with Ron Phillips and Rocci StucciEp 081821 - ENCORE PRESENTATION - Special guest: Robert Bower, Radio Host/AuthorWednesday - 8/18/21 - ENCORE PRESENTATION - Special guest: Robert Bower, Radio Host/AuthorOn tonight’s show we're replaying our interview with Robert “Professor” Bower. Robert is a seasoned Technology professional with over 40 years of marketing and business strategy development for a variety of software solutions covering manufacturing, supply chain, finance and data systems including encryption, AI, machine learning, blockchain architecture and crypto currencies.He’s also an author, audio engineer, musician and voice artist for The Nexus NexCast, Bower Media and his indie sound and music label Intuitive Sound where he produces an eclectic array of sonic...2021-08-1956 minAbnormal Realities with Ron Phillips and Rocci StucciEp 072221 - Special guest: Robert Bower, Radio Host/AuthorThursday - 7/22/21 - Special guest: Robert Bower, Radio Host/AuthorOn tonight’s show Robert “Professor” Bower. Robert is a seasoned Technology professional with over 40 years of marketing and business strategy development for a variety of software solutions covering manufacturing, supply chain, finance and data systems including encryption, AI, machine learning, blockchain architecture and crypto currencies.He’s also an author, audio engineer, musician and voice artist for The Nexus NexCast, Bower Media and his indie sound and music label Intuitive Sound where he produces an eclectic array of sonic satiation from around the world.As...2021-07-2356 min
WeAreLATech Los Angeles Startups Podcast, hosted by Espree DevoraRemix: Alpa Patel, Mari Bower, and Brian Sanders: WeAreLATech Startup SpotlightDon't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight! “Remix: Alpa Patel, Mari Bower, and Brian Sanders”WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.To support our podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/believe To be featured on the podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/feature-your-la-startup/Want to be featured in the WeAreLATech Community? Create your profile here http://wearelatech.com/communityHost,Espree Devorahtt...2021-06-2312 min
WeAreLATech Los Angeles Startups Podcast, hosted by Espree DevoraRemix: Brian Sanders, Alpa Patel, and Ryan Serhant: WeAreLATech Startup SpotlightDon't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight! “Remix: Brian Sanders, Alpa Patel, and Ryan Serhant”WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.To support our podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/believe To be featured on the podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/feature-your-la-startup/Want to be featured in the WeAreLATech Community? Create your profile here http://wearelatech.com/communityHost,Espree Devorahtt...2021-04-2311 min
Women in Tech Podcast, hosted by Espree DevoraRemix: Brian Sanders, Alpa Patel, and Ryan Serhant: WeAreLATech Startup SpotlightDon't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight! “Remix: Brian Sanders, Alpa Patel, and Ryan Serhant”WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.To support our podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/believe To be featured on the podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/feature-your-la-startup/Want to be featured in the WeAreLATech Community? Create your profile here http://wearelatech.com/communityHost,Espree Devorahtt...2021-04-0911 min
WeAreLATech Los Angeles Startups Podcast, hosted by Espree DevoraRemix: Brian Sanders, Mari Bower, and Alpa Patel: WeAreLATech Startup SpotlightDon't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight! “Remix: Brian Sanders, Mari Bower, and Alpa Patel”WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.To support our podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/believe To be featured on the podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/feature-your-la-startup/Want to be featured in the WeAreLATech Community? Create your profile here http://wearelatech.com/communityHost,Espree Devorahtt...2021-03-0312 min
WeAreLATech Los Angeles Startups Podcast, hosted by Espree DevoraBrian Sanders, A Journey Into LA Tech, Podcasting, And Filmmaking: WeAreLATech Startup SpotlightDon't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcast
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“A Journey Into LA Tech, Podcasting, And Filmmaking”
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Building Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 13 - False StartHi guys and gals! Sorry about disappearing for a hot second, right after we launched our beta... Yeah so about that, as they say here in Los Angeles, we got axed. Well I guess they say that everywhere, but you get the point. In this week's episode we dig in to the reason we've been gone and how we almost became reality tv famous. True story. Unfortunately for us, this unfortunate turn of events forced us to rethink our entire codebase and unfortunately slowed us down RIGHT after we started beta testing. Hope you enjoy our unfortunate story!2016-12-1410 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessIntermission: Angel investor and podcast star at 18 - Harry StebbingsWe're back!! We've been hard at work trying to get our private beta out, so apologies for the delay. This week we take another intermission from our story to interview one of the world's biggest tech podcasters, who happens to be 19 and lives in the U.K. (neither of those are typos...). Harry Stebbings is nothing short of a podcasting extraordinaire. We got the chance to ask him a few questions about his story and how he built his podcast from basically nothing. Listen in for a fascinating interview with a rare talent and an incredibly interesting...2016-11-0234 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 12 - Full Speed AheadWe see what happened in the lost weeks without a mobile developer and check in with our new pal Taku. We used to be moving like a glacier, but now we’re on train full speed ahead to beta town. Check out the site at http://BuildingNexcast.com Get early access to the app by adding your email to http://nexcast.co Let us know your feedback and suggestions on Twitter @buildingnexcast Or just email us at hi@nexcast.co2016-10-0713 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 11 - Equity Wars ContinueI blow in a call to my friend who made a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank to get some advice on how to sort this equity split out. Then it was time to have the dreaded follow up with Troy. We then have some catastrophic news that we somehow take in stride. Check out the site http://BuildingNexcast.com Get early access to the app by adding your email to http://nexcast.co Let us know your feedback and suggestions on Twitter @buildingnexcast Or just email us at hi@n...2016-09-3022 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 10 - Equity WarsSplitting up something that’s worth nothing has never been harder. We take some advice from a Stanford class called How to Start a Startup on how to best divide ownership of our company that currently has no real value. The potential of it being worth millions causes a lot of debate. It seems like Farhan doesn’t think Troy should have equal ownership because he doesn't know exactly what he is contributing. I talk to everyone individually and then we try to hammer it out as a group. Marife makes a return and plays ther...2016-09-2331 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 9 - Form the Team / Fend off the TrollsWe have to make a couple big decisions as things start falling into place for our team. We have gotten a lot of positive feedback on bringing discussion threads into our app, a feature that we have been planning all along. Engaging with podcasts hosts and other listeners seems great - we just have to fend off the trolls. Check out the site at http://BuildingNexcast.com Get early access to the app by adding your email to http://nexcast.co Let us know your feedback and suggestions on Twitter @buildingnexcast ...2016-09-0816 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 8 - The Filipino Teen Gamer Gang PredicamentOur journey thus far has been full of surprises, but this we couldn't make up if we tried. In this week's episode we find ourselves on the other end of the negotiating table with a gang of teenaged gamers from the Philippines. They've got our Twitter handle, we need to convince them to give it to us. We get advice from someone who has been in this situation before, but these teen gamers won't be easily convinced... Special thanks to TechCrunch "journalisting" extraordinaire @Haje Jan Kamps. Check him out on TC, here and on medium. Get...2016-08-3134 min
Built in a Day PodcastEpisode 8 - Nexcast2016-08-2929 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 7 - Playing CTO TinderNot quite as easy as finding a date - we explore the CTO matching services available to non-technical guys like us. We get swindled, have a few laughs, and surprise, surprise, discover that the dating app comparison isn't too far off. Will we ever get lucky again? Tune in to find out... Check out the site at http://BuildingNexcast.com Get early access to the app by adding your email to http://nexcast.co Let us know your feedback and suggestions on Twitter @buildingnexcast Or just email us at hi@nexcast.co2016-08-2315 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessIntermission: How To Spin A StoryWe're taking a hot second to try something new. As you may recall, Part 1 of this epic journey got started in Silicon Valley, where Brian pitched the company for the first time ever at Blab. There were both highs and lows, good points and not so good points, but we ultimately decided to highlight the rough parts of that experience to showcase the realities of pitching a startup. You know, to keep it real real. Well in today's episode, we explore the power of framing and interpretation as we present the same episode in a new and...2016-08-1611 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 6 - What's Up With PodcastsWe ask a bunch of random people what they think of podcasting and get some surprising answers... The one thing that's clear is that podcasting can be different things to different people. And that podcasting needs all the support it can get to break out into the mainstream. To learn more and see all the extra content please go to http://buildingnexcast.com Get early access to the app by adding your email to http://nexcast.co Let us know your feedback and suggestions on Twitter http://twitter.com/buil...2016-08-0930 min
AcquiredAcquired Episode 17: WazeTopics covered include: Community Showcase: the Nexcast podcasting platform from listener Brian Sanders, along with their podcast chronicling the team’s journey building the company Waze’s origin in cofounder & CTO Ehud Shabtai’s desire to hack his portable GPS navigation unitWaze CEO Noam Bardin’s retrospective blog post on the Waze journey Waze’s Palo Alto office and the bizarre Silicon Valley phenomenon of tech companies being located in retail storefronts Apple’s ill-fated launch of Apple Maps as part of iOS 6 at WWDC 2012, Apple’s subsequent apology letter, and Scott Forstall’s ultimate ouster from the company The climax of th...2016-08-041h 07Building Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 5 - A Long Road AheadThere are no sure things when you're bootstrapping a startup. We learn that lesson the hard way when we lose a very important member of the team. At this point, our chances of success look pretty grim. I'm going to have to dig deep to figure out a way out of this mess. Fortunately, I get some good advice from an old friend, Ethan, who always seems to be working with awesome startups. Maybe talking to a good developer will help us find a good developer..? At the end of the day, I have to...2016-08-0220 min
The Richard Dally PodcastBlubrry Advertising Partner Program, Soundcloud for Sale and Pokemon Go metricsWelcome to episode 12 of the Richard Dally podcast where I bring you a UK perspective on the latest news and developments from the world of podcasting and Internet Radio This week I discuss a new advertising program from Blubrry, the possible sale of Soundcloud and how the lack of accurate metrics is effecting the reporting of the Pokemon Go App. The Blubrry Advertising Partner Program: http://www.powerpresspodcast.com/2016/07/29/become-a-blubrry-priority-partner-show/ Bloomberg reports that Soundcloud might be looking for a buyer: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-07-27/soundcloud-owners-said-to-mull-1-billion-sale-of-music-service James...2016-08-0110 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 4 - CommunityTelling your own story can be hard. Making a good podcast about that story is even harder. I get some great advice from some friendly folks as I look at the tech and podcast communities and learn what makes them special. Our podcast journey began in a Slack community called Maker Hunt where people from the http://producthunt.com community gather to chat, network, and help each other out. I talk to the creator of this cool corner of the internet Eric Willis. He tells me how he first got connected with Product Hunt and became the co...2016-07-2624 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 3 - Keeping AfloatStartup life ain't easy... No more prancing Pikachu and gleeful little gumdrops in this episode. Things start to get serious when we start falling behind... To learn more and see all the extra content please go to http://buildingnexcast.com Get early access to the app by adding your email to http://nexcast.co Let us know your feedback and suggestions on Twitter http://twitter.com/buildingnexcast Or just email us at hi@nexcast.co2016-07-1919 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 2 - How It Began“So you spent the first few years trying to pitch this idea to podcast celebrities, trying to get a business model and totally get ignored. Then you bail on a startup that you’d sunk a year into and about 10 grand on. Then you magically built this team, one person off of a reddit thread, and the other by doing a bait-n-switch on a legitimate programmer who just happened to have the exact skill set you were looking for?” That recap from Marife says it all... Next we listen in to how we named our podcas...2016-07-1225 minBuilding Nexcast - An Inside Look at Growing a Startup BusinessPart 1 - Schooled by Silicon ValleyPart 1 of the epic journey in building the podcast app and platform, Nexcast, begins with a trip to Silicon Valley. Brian Sanders, the CEO and host of the show, travels to San Francisco to pitch his company for the first time ever. The pressure of this challenging start is heightened by visiting the headquarters of two of the biggest tech companies in the world, Apple and Facebook, and seeing what the team is up against. To learn more and see all the extra content please go to http://buildingnexcast.com Get early access to the a...2016-06-2934 min