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The Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathIs Your Board Actually Fit for Purpose?What separates a board that merely complies from one that is genuinely fit for purpose? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Sam Allen, founder of Sam Allen Associates and an accredited board performance practitioner, about why external board effectiveness reviews are a strategic advantage rather than a regulatory chore.Sam explains how a rigorous review measures behaviour as well as governance, surfacing where boards are misaligned on strategy, core competence and key risks. She makes the case for assessing whether a board has the right skills for where the business is...
2026-06-2448 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathRandall Peterson on Boardroom Psychology and Why Culture Beats ComplianceWhy do boards full of brilliant, experienced people still make catastrophic decisions?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson sits down at London Business School with Professor Randall Peterson, Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Academic Director of the School's Leadership Institute, to argue that board failure is rarely about intelligence and almost always about behaviour. Drawing on his book Disaster in the Boardroom, Randall unpacks the predictable human dynamics, subordination to a dominant CEO, groupthink and the quiet suppression of dissent, that derail otherwise capable boards.The conversation could not be timelier...
2026-06-1745 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathSteven Fine on Courage, Capital and the Modern BoardroomWhat does the market see about your board that you cannot see from the inside?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Steven Fine, Chief Executive of Peel Hunt and co-founder of the Non-Executive Director Awards, about how boards are really judged: not by internal evaluations, but by investors, analysts and markets in real time. They explore why courage now defines great non-executive directors, how the role of the chair has grown, and why shareholder connectivity matters more than ever in a derated UK market."You can have the best...
2026-06-1045 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathHelle Bank Jorgensen on Board Leadership in the Age of AIHow should boards lead when judgement, not information, has become the scarcest resource in the room?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Helle Bank Jorgensen, Global Managing Director for Board Development at Board Intelligence and founder of Competent Boards, about what board leadership looks like now. They move from a world of separate risks to one of interconnected risk, where a capital decision is also a climate, geopolitical and reputational decision, and where the old governance instincts are no longer enough.Helle argues that boards rarely fail through a...
2026-06-0339 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathWhat Makes Governance Actually Work? Maureen Beresford on Judgement, Accountability and the UK CodeWhat does good governance actually look like when the rules keep changing and the pressure keeps rising? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Maureen Beresford, Director of Corporate Governance and Stewardship at the Financial Reporting Council, about why governance is fundamentally about judgement, not tick boxes, and why the best boards are those brave enough to explain rather than simply comply.They explore the philosophy behind the UK Corporate Governance Code, the power of the "comply or explain" principle, and why so many boards still default to compliance when f...
2026-05-2740 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathStrategic Risk Management for Boards: UK Economy, Capital and Growth with Simon FrenchHow should boards be thinking about risk, capital and growth when the UK economy is structurally constrained and the geopolitical landscape is shifting beneath their feet?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Simon French, Chief Economist and Head of Research at Panmure Liberum, about why macroeconomic awareness is no longer optional for board directors. They explore the structural challenges facing UK PLC, from the rationing of energy, capital and land to a labour market squeezed by rising on-costs and the early disruption of AI, and why boards need to reframe...
2026-05-1350 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathLeading Through Permacrisis: Will Geddes on Boardroom Decision-Making Under PressureHow should boards lead when the world refuses to stand still? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Will Geddes, Managing Director of ICP Group and one of the UK's leading authorities on security, crisis management and geopolitical risk. They explore why boards now operate inside a state of permacrisis, why traditional crisis manuals rarely leave the shelf, and how directors should make decisions with imperfect, contested and fast-moving information.With markets now openly pricing in permacrisis as the operating environment and EY analysis showing that around 60 percent of FTSE 100...
2026-04-2941 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThinking the Unthinkable: Why Boards Must Govern for a World Without StabilityWhat happens when the world your board was built to govern no longer exists?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Nik Gowing, founder of Think Unthink, former BBC World News presenter and co-author of Thinking the Unthinkable, about why boards are structurally unprepared for the scale and speed of disruption now unfolding. From the fall of the Berlin Wall to the 2026 Iran conflict, Nik draws on decades of frontline reporting and direct engagement with leaders to argue that zombie orthodoxes are blinding boards to existential threats.With the World...
2026-04-1542 minThe Dirt Path
The Dirt PathFrom Luxury Fashion Buyer to Building a Freedom First Business | 17 Sophie BiggerstaffSophie Biggerstaff is a business coach and the host of "The Freedom Method Podcast" (Previously known as “The Remote CEO Life”) who helps entrepreneurs build Freedom-First Businesses. She’s also been a digital nomad for five years and was voted 2025 Mental Health CEO of the Year. Sophie was a high-level Buyer for iconic luxury fashion brands like Burberry, Kate Spade, and Ralph Lauren, navigating global product strategies and massive budgets. However, after escaping a toxic corporate role in 2020 and battling severe burnout and illness while freelancing in Bali, she realized something had to change. Through pausing her mental health startu...
2026-04-081h 06The Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathStewardship, Governance and Long-Term Value Creation with Kimberley LewisWhat do investors actually look for when they sit down with a board? And has stewardship lost its way in a sea of tick boxes and league tables?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Kimberley Lewis, Head of Active Ownership at Schroders, one of the world's largest global asset managers. Kimberley leads Schroders' global stewardship strategy and works directly with chairs, CEOs and NEDs on governance, climate, human capital and geopolitics.They explore why quality stewardship should feel like a partnership rather than a compliance exercise and why boards...
2026-04-0139 minBatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 99 – The Wail of the SirenBatman '66 S3 Ep3 – The Wail of the Siren Siren is persuasively power hungry. She trills the perfect tone on Commissioner Gordon and Bruce Wayne in her songstress scheme to learn Batman's identity and control Wayne's fortune. Not so fast, chanteuse! Batgirl and Robin sing another tune. Episode aired Thursday, September 28, 1967 Director: George Waggner Writer: Stanley Ralph Ross Cast: Adam West - Batman/Bruce Wayne Burt Ward - Robin/Dick Grayson Yvonne Craig - Batgirl/Barbara Gordon Alan Napier - Alfred...
2026-03-251h 06The Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathJames Beasley on What High-Performing Boards Do DifferentlyHow do you tell whether a board is genuinely effective, rather than simply compliant and well-presented? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with James Beasley, Head of Board Advisory (EMEA) at Nasdaq Governance Solutions, about what differentiates high-performing boards and directors from the rest.They unpack why governance must be pragmatic and strategy-led, why skills matrices should reflect an organisation’s evolving needs, and why many boards still spend too much time on management presentations and not enough time on real discussion and independent challenge. James also explains what makes bo...
2026-03-1853 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathCoaching the Boardroom with Harriet HeneghanHow do you close the gap between the leader you intend to be and the impact you actually have in the boardroom? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with business psychologist and executive coach Harriet Heneghan about what really drives boardroom behaviour, why feedback often fails to create change, and how coaching can help board members, chairs, and senior teams perform at their best under pressure.Harriet explains why people judge others by behaviour but judge themselves by intention, and how this mismatch fuels misunderstanding, defensiveness, and dysfunctional dynamics at t...
2026-03-0437 minSecret Play
Secret Play018 - Mr Grayson is SurprisedIn a thrilling twist of fate, the Clearfield High School football team finds itself without a coach. As the players band together to search for a new leader, they must also prepare for the upcoming season and the crucial showdown against their fiercest rival, Springfield. Will they rise to the challenge and secure their legacy on the field? (Summary by Ares)
2026-02-2325 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathEvgeny Shadchnev on Transitioning From Founder to CEOWhy has founder CEO succession become one of the most stressful and consequential decisions a board can make?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Evgeny Shadchnev, founder of Makers, author of Startup CEO Succession and coach to founder CEOs, about how to navigate leadership transitions when the stakes feel deeply personal and financially critical. Drawing on his own journey from founder CEO to coach, Evgeny explains the crucial shift from building a product to building the company that builds the product, and why behaviours that work in a five‑person team be...
2025-12-1049 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathAre Boards Adding Enough Value? Megan Pantelides on the EvidenceWhat does a high‑value board really look like in a world of scandals, regulation fatigue, and infinite agendas? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Board Intelligence’s Megan Pantelides to unpack the mindset, skills, and information boards need to move from box‑ticking to real strategic impact. They explore why critical thinking, curiosity and humility separate effective directors from “back‑seat drivers”, and why great governance is really the discipline of a well‑run company – and economy.Megan shares insights from Board Intelligence’s Board Value Index, where nearly half of dire...
2025-12-0344 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe AI Arms Race: What NEDs Must Know About Cyber, Data and AIHow should boards really think about cyber and AI when every organisation feels under siege? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Danny Lopez, CEO of Glasswall and experienced NED, about why cybersecurity is now the defining risk of our time – and why boards must stop treating it as a narrow IT issue. They explore how to reframe cyber as core to trust, reputation and licence to operate, and why good NEDs do not need to code but do need sharp, strategic questions and real intellectual curiosity. Drawing on recent data...
2025-11-2648 min52 Pickup
52 PickupWeek 51 - HomecomingForget it baby, it’s Rann! All-Star Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Alex Jaffe cast an emerald eye on issue 51, as well as an improved Court of Owls poem, the relative strength of DC live action movies right now, and SuperBat shipping. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen World War III John Ostrander Keith Champagne Superman Yellow Lantern Corps Stranger Things Freaky Tales (2024) Pedro Pascal Normani Castle Rad Scare Tactics 1: Let’s Talk Talent (05:28) Joe Bennett Jack Jadson Belardino Brabo Stephen Wacker Black Adam Animal Man J. G. Jon...
2025-11-191h 06The Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathHow Great NEDs Think: Lessons in Leadership, Brand and Governance with Robert SeniorWhat does it really take to thrive in the boardroom rather than simply occupy a seat at the table? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Rob Senior, former worldwide CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi and now a plural non-executive, investor and advisor. Drawing on a career that spans founding and selling Fallon, leading global creative campaigns, and serving on PLC, private, scale-up and academic boards, Rob offers a candid look at how executives should rethink their move into NED roles.He unpacks the nuanced relationship between boards and CEOs, why...
2025-11-1941 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Secret Diary of the Boardroom: What Every NED Needs to Know About GovernanceIs your board truly equipped for effective governance, or are you just checking a box? In this insightful episode, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Erika Eliasson-Norris, Founder & CEO of Beyond Governance and author of The Secret Diary of a Company Secretary, to lift the lid on the guarded realities of boardroom life.Erika, who also serves as the Governance Assessor to the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry, argues that corporate failure rarely stems from a single event; instead, it's rooted in a culture that undermines governance structures. The conversation explores the pivotal role of the...
2025-11-1241 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathCharles Hall on the Public vs. Private Market: An Analyst's Guide for Boards and FoundersIs the UK public market truly a dinosaur, or is it on the cusp of a major renewal? In this essential episode for aspiring and newly appointed Non-Executive Directors, host Ralph Grayson is joined by Charles Hall, Head of Research at Peel Hunt. Charles, a leading voice in the market reform debate, delivers a candid and incisive analysis of the forces shaping UK capital markets, critiquing the "erosion of public listings" and the over-reliance on private capital. He argues passionately that public markets are a "public good" that pay more tax and offer "permanent capital"...
2025-11-0556 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Scale-Up Capital Crisis: Alasdair Haynes on Why the IPO Process Must ChangeIs the UK truly "rubbish" at scaling up its most promising companies?Host Ralph Grayson welcomes financial markets trailblazer Alasdair Haynes, founder and now President of Aquis Exchange, for an honest discussion on building and scaling a disruptive business. Alasdair shares his 48-year journey, from City trading floors to successfully exiting Aquis to SIX Group, and provides a firsthand account of the founder-to-President transition. The conversation dissects the critical importance of board evolution and founder succession planning, emphasising that it must be for the "common good" of the company, not a mere "tick box exercise"...
2025-10-2942 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Helicopter View: Mastering the Executive-to-NED TransitionDo you struggle to articulate your value in the boardroom, or feel trapped in the 'executive doer' mindset? Host Ralph Grayson is joined by Fiona Hathorn, CEO of WB Directors (now part of Nurole) and an expert in Governance and Talent Management, to dissect the challenges and strategies for building a thriving Non-Executive Director (NED) career. Fiona shares her personal journey and the mission behind WB Directors, emphasising that you are "never too young, never too old, and never too male" to be on a board.The discussion provides tactical advice, from using the 'seven reasons' to...
2025-10-2254 minThe Journey of a Search CEO
The Journey of a Search CEOEpisode 7 - Ralph Grayson discusses his insights into the search industry and explains how he continues to support and mentor future generationsIn this episode, Candice Bourne has an enlightening interview with Ralph Grayson, Co Founder and Managing Partner of Sainty Hird & Partners about serendipity and innovation in the search industry.
2025-10-1736 minDecibel Geek Podcast
Decibel Geek PodcastFresh Blood October 2025We're back with a brand new edition of Fresh Blood, turning up the volume on some of the best new rock and metal you need to hear. Before the tunes kick in, we revisit the listener feedback from last week’s Geekwire, where the Yungblud discussion got fans fired up and sparked some interesting points. This week also features a special promo for the brand new podcast Pop Sickos, hosted by Chris’ brother Eric Czynszak, bringing pop culture, nostalgia, and other shenanigans to your podcast feed. On the music front, Chris showcases Sweet Electric, Fallen Temp...
2025-10-161h 29Pantheon - Podcasts for Music Lovers
Pantheon - Podcasts for Music LoversFresh Blood October 2025We're back with a brand new edition of Fresh Blood, turning up the volume on some of the best new rock and metal you need to hear. Before the tunes kick in, we revisit the listener feedback from last week’s Geekwire, where the Yungblud discussion got fans fired up and sparked some interesting points. This week also features a special promo for the brand new podcast Pop Sickos, hosted by Chris’ brother Eric Czynszak, bringing pop culture, nostalgia, and other shenanigans to your podcast feed. On the music front, Chris showcases Sweet Electric, Fallen Temp...
2025-10-161h 29The Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe QCA Mission: Driving Investment for Small and Mid-Cap UK BoardsIs the UK market finally ready for an IPO resurgence, and what must growth company boards do to prepare? Host Ralph Grayson welcomes James Ashton, Chief Executive of the Quoted Companies Alliance (QCA), a leading advocacy group for small and mid-sized quoted companies in the UK. James draws on his background in financial journalism and as a FTSE 250 Non-Executive Director to discuss the critical role of public equity in driving economic growth across the UK. They dive into the QCA’s mission to amplify members’ voices to regulators and government, their comprehensive governance guidance, and the ne...
2025-10-1533 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Future of Governance: How AI Will Transform the BoardroomHow can board directors move beyond being overwhelmed by thousands of pages of materials and start genuinely driving performance? This episode features Raffaela Rein, a seasoned tech entrepreneur and multi-board director, who argues that the current state of governance is unsustainable. She draws on her journey from BlackRock and launching companies for Rocket Internet to her roles on boards, including Porsche and IU, to highlight the critical gap in director support.Raffaela details the board effectiveness crisis, noting that, according to a recent PwC survey, over half of directors believe a colleague should be replaced, s...
2025-10-0843 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathCoachable Founders and Coachable NEDs: The Secret to Startup SuccessAre you struggling to bridge the gap between an executive role and securing your first Non-Executive Director position?In this episode, host Ralph Grayson welcomes Susanne Chishti, Founder and Chair of FINTECH Circle and a seasoned board member on both private and FTSE 250 boards, to explore how high-calibre professionals can leverage their expertise for the benefit of early-stage companies. Susanne details the contrasting, yet complementary, demands of board service, from the hands-on, problem-solving required by a start-up founder to the governance-focused oversight of a public company.The discussion provides vital counsel for aspiring NEDs, highlighting...
2025-10-0145 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Trump Effect: What UK Boards Need to Know About US PoliticsAre boards truly prepared for today's hyper-volatile geopolitical landscape? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Charles Myers, Chairman and Founder of Signum Global Advisors, a distinguished geopolitical strategist. They delve into the complexities of a Trump 2.0 presidency, the fragmentation of global alliances, and the need for boards to treat geopolitical risk with the same seriousness as financial or cyber risk. This comes as the US and UK have recently announced a historic £150 billion investment package, signalling a renewed "special relationship" between the two nations, even as the Trump administration is...
2025-09-2442 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathHow AI and Technology Are Reshaping the BoardroomHave you ever wondered what it takes to be a truly effective board director in today’s rapidly changing world? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson sits down with Dr. Scarlett Brown, Director of the Think Tank at Board Intelligence. They dive into the critical shifts happening in corporate governance, from the rise of AI to the need for boards to drive more value.Scarlett shares her unique journey from feminist sociologist to "corporate governance nerd" and explains why she believes board effectiveness is a science, not an art. The conversation uncovers sobering st...
2025-09-1742 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Future of UK Boards: Why Diversity and Dynamism Are CriticalHave you ever wondered how to land your first non-executive director  role? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson is joined by Sarah Pierman, the CEO of Dynamic Boards. A NED herself since the age of 29, Sarah shares her fascinating journey from a career in finance to disrupting the board recruitment industry. She explains how the traditional NED market is "broken" by nepotism and expensive, exclusive platforms, and reveals her vision for making UK boards the most dynamic in the world.Sarah breaks down the different types of board roles—from public comp...
2025-09-0346 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathFrom Combat to Coaching: Rupert Jones on Building Resilient LeadersWhat does it take to lead through uncertainty—and how can founders and board members scale themselves as effectively as their businesses?In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Rupert Jones, former Major General turned leadership coach and boardroom advisor. Drawing from frontline military experience and years of mentoring founders and executives, Rupert explores how leadership is misunderstood, underdeveloped, and often the root cause of failure in scaling companies.The conversation covers everything from the importance of self-awareness and communication to how boards can build trust and foster influence-led leadership. Yo...
2025-08-0654 minBatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 66 – The Bat's Kow TowBatman '66 S2 Ep30 – The Bat's Kow Tow Batman and Robin escape Catwoman's trap by hitting the precise note needed to shatter the glass chamber in which they're prisoners. They quickly get on the trail of Catwoman. The feminine feline criminal eventually "steals" the voices of Chad and Jeremy, Commissioner Gordon and talk-show host Allen Stephens. She blackmails the British government, which faces the lost of revenue from the taxes on Chad and Jeremy's performances. Batman and Robin eventually capture Catwoman and her gang, but not before Batman and Catwoman express obvious affection for each other. ...
2025-08-0649 minBatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 61 – Come Back, ShameBatman '66 S2 Ep25 – Come Back, Shame Shame is back, and is using stolen vehicle parts to assemble a truck so fast even the Batmobile won't be able to catch him. Bruce Wayne tricks him into stealing his limo, which he (as Batman) and Robin use to track down his hideout. But the villain gains the upper hand in the ensuing fight, and the Dynamic Duo find themselves staked to the ground in the path of a cattle stampede. Episode aired Wednesday November 30, 1966 Director: Oscar Rudolph Writer: Stanley Ralph Ross ...
2025-07-0245 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathOpening the Boardroom: How Elise Perraud is Reshaping NED PathwaysWhat does it really take to succeed as a non-executive director in today's complex board environment? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson is joined by Elise Perraud, COO of NEDonBoard, to discuss how she is championing greater inclusivity, professionalism, and strategic awareness in boardrooms across the UK.Drawing on her extensive experience in risk management and governance, Elise explains the critical importance of certification, the changing profile of aspiring NEDs, and the role of advisory and trustee roles as stepping stones.Elise also shares valuable perspectives on the power...
2025-06-2536 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathPatrick Dunne on Next Gen Boards: Unlocking the Power of Five GenerationsWhat does it take to truly thrive as a non-executive director in today’s complex boardroom landscape? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson is joined by board expert Patrick Dunne OBE to unpack the practicalities of becoming a high-impact NED. Drawing from decades of leadership, governance advisory, and his acclaimed book Boards, Patrick shares how the "three Ps" — Purpose, People, and Process — provide the foundation for effective governance. The discussion covers everything from mindset shifts and influencing skills to generational diversity and the role of Next Gen boards. Whether you’re an aspiri...
2025-05-2836 minMeanwhile 22 Pages Later
Meanwhile 22 Pages LaterEpisode 274: Invincible Season 2Join us for the skull crushing death scenes, but stay for the humanoid and insectoid sex. The Truly Traumatized Trolls fight the good fight and see the unseeable as they join superhero-in-training Mark Grayson to bring their reviews of the Amazon Prime Original Series, Invincible - Season 2!
2025-05-191h 34The Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Boardroom Debate: Barry Gamble on NED Challenges and Governance ReformAre UK public markets still fit for purpose—or are boards losing touch with their shareholders? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson welcomes Barry Gamble, a leading boardroom thinker and Senior Advisor to the Non-Executive Directors Association. Together, they explore the evolving role of non-executive directors, the decline of AIM, and how public markets are losing companies to private equity.Barry draws from his deep experience in board governance, activism, and shareholder engagement to question whether current governance structures serve stakeholders effectively. He shares insights into the concept of “board washing,” the growing comple...
2025-04-3033 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathMastering the NED Role: What Every Aspiring Director Needs to KnowWhat separates a good board from a great one—and how can aspiring non-executive directors (NEDs) stand out in today’s evolving boardroom landscape? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson is joined by Kieran Moynihan, Managing Partner at Board Excellence, to explore the skills, mindset, and dynamics that define high-performing boards.Drawing on his experience evaluating hundreds of boards across 35+ countries, Kieran shares what aspiring NEDs need to know—from mastering boardroom behaviour to navigating complex governance challenges. The conversation delves into the evolving role of the board, the importance of stra...
2025-04-1659 minBatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 49 – The Yegg Foes in GothamBatman '66 S2 Ep14 – The Yegg Foes in Gotham When the lease payment for Gotham City fails to be made on time, possession of the city falls into the hands of Egghead. Chaos ensues as the villain fires Commissioner Gordon and bans the Dynamic Duo from city limits. While the criminal underworld enjoys free reign, Batman and Robin search the city charter's fine print for a solution. Episode aired Thursday October 20, 1966 Director: George Waggner Teleplay: Stanley Ralph Ross Story: Edwin Self Cast: Adam West - Ba...
2025-04-0947 minBatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 48 – An Egg Grows in GothamBatman '66 S2 Ep13 – An Egg Grows in Gotham Egghead steals the Gotham City charter. He finds a loophole that could give him control of Gotham City if descendants of the original founding families (including Bruce Wayne) do not pay nine raccoon pelts to Chief Screaming Chicken on time. Not only is he interested in stopping the payment, but Egghead believes he also has a lead on Batman's true identity. Episode aired Wednesday October 19, 1966 Director: George Waggner Teleplay: Stanley Ralph Ross Story: Edwin Self Cast: Ad...
2025-04-0243 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathFrom Executive Suite to Boardroom Seat: Insights with Murray SteeleAre you ready to make a successful transition from executive leadership to an impactful non-executive director role? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson is joined by Murray Steele, an acclaimed expert who has guided over 12,000 board members worldwide. Together, they explore essential behaviours for boardroom effectiveness, the nuanced transition from executive to NED, and the critical balance between challenging and supporting executive teams. This insightful discussion uncovers practical advice, compelling experiences, and essential insights for anyone aspiring to or embarking upon a journey into the boardroom.(00:00) - The...
2025-04-0255 minThe Boardroom Path
The Boardroom PathThe Certified NED: Why Your Board Career Should Start with CertificationEver wondered what it takes to land your first Non-Executive Director role and truly succeed in the boardroom? In this insightful episode of The Boardroom Path, Graham Durgan, founder of the Non-Executive Directors Association (NEDA), joins host Ralph Grayson to demystify the journey into board-level roles. From exploring essential skills and qualifications to discussing why diversity and inclusion are critical for board effectiveness, Graham shares his extensive experience to guide aspiring NEDs. This conversation sheds light on practical strategies, common pitfalls, and actionable insights for anyone aiming to transition effectively from executive positions to impactful...
2025-03-1946 min52 Pickup
52 PickupWeek 32 - Seven Days in Nanda Parbat, with Paul ChinAll-Star Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Alex Jaffe team up with Music Meister Paul Chin to leap into week 32, featuring talking crocodiles, the least disrespectful ways to pay homage to Watchmen, and Pulsar, Master of Sound. Chapters: Let’s Talk Talent (21:26) Let’s Talk About the Cover (27:34) Let’s Talk About 52 #32 (28:40) The Backup (01:21:03) What’s your favorite part of the issue? (01:23:11) The Blackboard (01:27:26) Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (01:34:48) A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen Kate Kane The Nice House by the Sea Paul...
2025-02-121h 46BatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 38 – Hot Off the GriddleBatman '66 S2 Ep3 – Hot Off the Griddle Catwoman returns with a string of robberies. Batman sets a trap by planting a news blurb of the location of a rare canary but Catwoman is tipped off and arrives armed. The duo follow a lead to her lair, the Pink Sandbox, but is it a trap? Episode aired Wednesday September 14, 1966 Director: Don Weis Writer: Stanley Ralph Ross Cast: Adam West - Batman Burt Ward - Robin / Dick Grayson Alan Napier - Alfred Ne...
2025-01-2236 minBatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 37 – Walk the Straight and NarrowBatman '66 S2 Ep2 – Walk the Straight and Narrow Batman and Robin escape their previous peril and are back in action seeking to foil the Archer and his gang. After pulling off a counterfeit job, the villains head for their boat, planning to take their loot safely to Switzerland. The Dynamic Duo set off in the Bat boat to try to stop their escape. Episode aired Thursday September 8, 1966 Director: Sherman Marks Writer: Stanley Ralph Ross Cast: Adam West - Batman / Bruce Wayne Burt Ward - Ro...
2025-01-1535 minLU Monday Moment - Faculty Development Coffee Talk
LU Monday Moment - Faculty Development Coffee TalkWelcome to 2025! Intro to OER - with AI "Guests" from Google Notebook LMIn this episode, I am using the Google Notebook LM podcast feature that Mr. Ralph Grayson shared at our Spring 2025 Faculty Institute in January. You will hear the music jump on when it is the AI voices as they discuss an OER pdf shared with the faculty by Ms. Caitlin Corbett, the Director of University Libraries at Langston University, and some resources that I added in as an instructional designer about Canvas Commons and Oklahoma Council of Online Learning Excellence resources. The AI processed the documents and created a conversation. They sound human, but they are not...
2025-01-1310 minBatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 36 – Shoot a Crooked ArrowBatman '66 S2 Ep1 – Shoot a Crooked Arrow Archer and his gang have come to Gotham City, winning the public's favor with their Robin Hood style deeds of stealing from the rich to give to the poor. Batman and Robin set out to discover the location of their hideout and stop these villains, only to find themselves caught by a trap in the Archer's lair. Episode aired Wednesday September 7, 1966 Director: Sherman Marks Writer: Stanley Ralph Ross Cast: Adam West - Batman Burt Ward - Robin / Di...
2025-01-0845 minBitslap with KBC | WFMU
Bitslap with KBC | WFMUWinter 7 from Dec 14, 2024 Huron Indian Carol - "Twas in the Moon of Wintertime" Blind Sam - "Have Yourself a Groovy Little Solstice" Ralph Carney - "Happy Solstice Song" Flying Eyes - "Winter" Stiv Bators - "It's Cold Outside" dj bc - "Jack Frost v Weatherman" Lance Percival - "End of the Season" Connie Francis - "Blue Winter" Sherry Starlin - "All Winter Long" Joanie Sommers - "When Winter Comes" Da Yoopers - "My Car Won't Go" Heywood Banks - "Wiper Blades" Lee Rude - "Minneapolis" Trini Lopez - "Blizzard Song"
2024-12-151h 3952 Pickup
52 PickupWeek 27 - The Past Best HopeMerry Crispmus! All-Star Comics Journalist Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Comics Expert Alex Jaffe find acceptance of the self in #27 of 52, as well as vengeance for Identity Crisis, good reasons to quit smoking, and why Dan DiDio may actually be Lex Luthor. Chapters: Let’s Talk Talent, Industry Machinations, and Poaching Steve Wacker (02:58) Let’s Talk About 52 #27 (14:16) The Backup (41:50) What’s your favorite part of the issue? (47:53) The Blackboard (52:46) Asking The Questions at 52mailbag@gmail.com (57:05) A SMALL SELECTION OF THINGS REFERENCED: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen Absolute Wonder W...
2024-12-041h 09The World\'s Best Email and Retention Podcast
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2024-11-1959 minMen\'s Adventure Fiction Podcast
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2024-10-3058 minMen\'s Adventure Fiction Podcast
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2024-10-091h 12Men\'s Adventure Fiction Podcast
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2024-10-021h 02Men\'s Adventure Fiction Podcast
Men's Adventure Fiction PodcastMen’s Adventure Fiction Podcast Episode 10: These Storytellers Strike the Heart of Man!Welcome back, and make yourselves comfortable, adventure fans. Can you believe we are on episode 10 of The Men's Adventure Fiction Podcast? Let’s take a look at some modern storytellers this time. Who are the filmmakers and the authors who are writing the stories that capture the magic and heart of men’s adventure fiction? Let’s see where this conversation takes us, swashbucklers!!  Please support Grayson and his novel: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/prisonerofruhaktower/the-known-world-of-aterra-the-prisoner-of-ruhak-tower-0?ref=b8juw3 For more Men's Adventure Fiction content... Read Vipers and Red Rocks and meet Hunter Moss: ⁠www.amazon.com/Vipers-Red-Rocks-Tactical-Thriller/dp/B0D8H98...
2024-09-251h 01BatChums
BatChumsBatChums Episode 20 – Better Luck Next TimeBatman '66 S1 Ep20 – Better Luck Next Time Batman evades the attacking tiger thanks to his utility belt. First, he scales the wall. Then, he uses a sonic device "to split the tiger's skull," as narrator William Dozier informs us. The hero still has to free Robin, who is facing a separate death trap. Once that task is completed, the Dynamic Duo are back on Catwoman's trail. It turns out the feline villain is after the lost treasure of Captain Manx, which is in a remote spot outside of Gotham City. Episode aired Thursday March 17, 1966...
2024-09-1132 minBatChums
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2024-09-0430 minPost Credits Podcast
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Post Credits Podcast389 A - The BikeridersTom Hardy and Astin Butler are great but Jodie Comer is stellar in The Bikeriders- a movie about a time when America was undergoing some pretty radical changes.  Go along for the ride as it focuses on on a Midwest motorcycle club- The Vandals- as seen through the eyes of one of it's cornerstone member's wife.   0:13:00 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:28:00 *** What's Streaming  *** AMAZON THE HOLDOVERS, Dir. Alexander Payne – Paul Giamatti, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Dominic Sessa, 2023. BIO DOME, Dir. Jason Bloom – Pauly Shore, Stephen Baldwin, William Atherton, 1996. INTERSTEL...
2024-07-021h 35Post Credits Podcast
Post Credits Podcast378 A - Monkey ManDev Patel puts his all into Monkey Man and it shows- it's a good mix of elements that come together to make a good film.  It's not quite John Wick or Jason Bourne but very much resembles both.  If you like those two, you'll also like Monkey Man.   0:13:00 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:21:45 *** What's Streaming  *** NETFLIX MINE, Dir. Fabio Guaglione / Fabio Resinaro – Armie Hammer, Annabelle Wallis, Tom Cullen. 2016 READY PLAYER ONE, Dir. Steven Spielberg – Tye Sheridan, Oliva Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn, Lena Waithe, T.J. Miller, Simon Peg, Mark Rylance, Ralph Ineson...
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Post Credits Podcast373 A - Dune: Part TwoA generation defining film, much like The Lord of the Rings Trilogy was 20+ years ago.     0:08:15 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:19:00 *** What's Streaming  *** NETFLIX FIRST KNIGHT, Dir. Jerry Zucker – Richard Gere, Sean Connery, Ralph Ineson, Julia Ormond, Ben Cross, Liam Cunningham, 1995. THE IMMITATION GAME, Dir. Morten Tyldum – Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightly, Matthew Goode, Rory Kinnear, Charles Dance, Mark Strong, 2014. EVERYTHING, EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE, Dir. Daniel Kwan / Daniel Scheinert – Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Lee Curtis, James Hong, 2022. 0:26:45 - Trailers:  5LBS OF PRESSURE – Luke Evans, Rory Culkin, Alex Pettyfe...
2024-03-121h 47Post Credits Podcast
Post Credits Podcast365 A - Night Swim0:11:45 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:22:15 *** What's Streaming  *** DISNEY+ EVER AFTER, Dir. Andy Tennant – Drew Barrymore, Dougray Scott, Anjelica Huston, Melanie Lynskey, 1998. BIG HERO 6, Dir. Don Hall / Chris Williams – Ryan Potter, Scott Adsit, T.J. Miller, Jamie Chung, Damon Wayans Jr, James Cromwell, Maya Rudolph, 2014. HOMEWARD BOUND: THE INCREDIBLE JOUNEY, Dir. Duwayne Dunham -  Michael J. Fox, Sally Fields, Don Ameche, 1993. 0:30:45 - Trailers:    SELF RELIANCE – Jake Johnson, Andy Samberg, Mary Holland, Nancy Lenehan, Daryl J. Johnson, Anna Kendrick, Natalie Morales, Christopher Lloyd, Wayne Brady, Feature. THE FIRST...
2024-01-161h 21Post Credits Podcast
Post Credits Podcast364 A - The Iron Claw0:07:45 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:20:00 *** What's Streaming  *** AMAZON THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON, Dir. Tyler Nilson / Michael Schwartz – Shia LaBeouf, Zack Gottsagen, Dakota Johnson, Bruce Dern, Thomas Hayden Church, Jon Bernthal, John Hawkins, 2019. THE HURT LOCKER, Dir. Kathryn Bigelow – Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, Brian Geraghty, Guy Pierce, Ralph Fiennes, David Morse, Evangeline Lilly, Sam Spruell, 2009. A QUIET PLACE: PART II – Dir. John Krasinski – Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Cillian Murphy, John Krasinski, Noah Jupe, Djimon Hounsou, 2020 0:28:30 - Trailers:    LIFT – Kevin Hart, Gugu Mbatha Raw, Sam Worthington, Vincent D’Onofrio, Billy...
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Post Credits Podcast344 A - The Last Voyage of the Demeter0:13:00 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:28:00 *** What's Streaming  *** AMAZON HACKSAW RIDGE, Dir. Mel Gibson – Andrew Garfield, Hugo Weaving, Vince Vaughn, Rachel Griffiths, Teresa Palmer, Milo Gibson, Sam Worthington. 2016 NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN, Dir. Ethan / Joel Coen – Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Woody Harrelson, Kelly Mcdonald, Stephen Root. 2007 NO TIME TO DIE, Dir. Cary Joji Fukunaga – Daniel Craig, Ana De Armas, Rami Malek, Lea Seysdoux, Lashana Lynch, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whidhsaw, Naomie Harris, Rory Kinnear, Jeffrey Wright, Christoph Waltz.  2021 0:38:45 - Trailers:   VACATION FRIENDS 2 – John Cena, Lil Rel Howery, Yvo...
2023-08-221h 39Post Credits Podcast
Post Credits Podcast331 A - Hypnotic0:04:30 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:20:30 *** What's Streaming  *** DISNEY+ SAVING MR. BANKS, Dir John Lee Hancock – Tom Hanks, Emma Thompson, Colin Farrell, Paul Giamatti, Jason Schwartzman, Bradley Whitford. 2013 INVINCIBLE, Dir. Ericson Core – Mark Wahlberg, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth banks, Michael Rispoli, Kevin Conway. 2005. HONEY, I SHRUNK THE KIDS, Dir. Joe Johnston – Rick Moranis. 1989. 0:27:50 - Trailers:   EXTRACTION 2 – Chris Hemsworth, Olga Kurylenko, Golshifteh Farahani, Daniel Bernhardt.  Feature. MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – DEAD RECKONING PART ONE – Tom Cruise, Haley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Henry Czerny, Pom Klementieff, Shea Whigham, Charle...
2023-05-231h 00Post Credits Podcast
Post Credits Podcast322 A - Scream VI0:14:00 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:23:20 *** What's Streaming  *** HULU THE GREEN MILE, Dir. Frank Darabont – Tom Hanks, Michael Clarke Duncan, David Morse, Barry Pepper, Bonnie Hunt, James Cromwell, Michael Jeter, Graham Greene, Sam Rockwell, Patricia Clarkson, Harry Dean Stanton, Doug Hutchison. 1999 GAMER, Dir. Mark Neveldine, Brian Taylor – Gerard Buter, Logan Lerman, Ludacris, Amber Valletta, Kyra Sedgwick, Alison Lohman, Terry Crews. 2009 TRAINING DAY, Dir. Antoine Fuqua – Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke, Scott Glenn, Tom Beringer. 0:33:10 - Trailers:   TO CATCH A KILLER – Shailene Woodley, Ben Mendleson, Ralph Ineson, Feature NO HARD FEELI...
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Tám Sài GònReview phim rạp: NGHI THỨC CẤM, ĐẶC VỤ XUYÊN QUỐC GIA, MỒI QUỶ DỮ, ĐƯA EM TÌM MỐI TÌNH ĐẦU...Review phim ra rạp từ ngày 28/10/2022 ĐẶC VỤ XUYÊN QUỐC GIA C16 Đạo diễn:  Lee Seok Hoon Diễn viên:  Hyun Bin, Yoo Hai Jin, Lim Yoon A, Daniel Henney, Jin Sun Kyu Thể loại:  Hài, Hành Động Câu chuyện phim ghi lại hành trình đặc vụ Triều Tiên Lim Cheol-ryung (Hyun Bin) quay trở lại Hàn Quốc để đánh sập một tổ chức tội phạm quốc tế tàn bạo, bí mật. Cùng lúc đó tại Hàn Quốc, Kang Jin-tae (Yoo Hai...
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Post Credits Podcast300 A - Black AdamEpisode 300!  We are super happy to do a few things on this episode.  A little in studio upgrade, a big budget film to discuss and a reflection on why we watch and how we watch films.  It's a good time! DC needs a few good wins.  Thankfully, Black Adam certainly is one.  It's on of the better DC properties and it's pretty obvious when watching that DC also thinks so.  A solid win!  0:13:00 - Box Office and upcoming releases. 0:28:30 *** What's Streaming  *** DISNEY+ NATIONAL TREASURE, Dir. Jon Turtletaub – Nicolas Cage, Jon Voigt, Harvey Kei...
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