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The Mess Around251. Listener Profile, Gorging Prep, Set the bar LOW, Nice Richard, Comedy Explanation, Lothario, See You Next Saturday.2025-04-2444 minThe Mess Around208. Four Years! FLASHBACKS, AI Richard, More FLASHBACKS, Merch, Banana Hanger.2024-06-2747 minThe Mess Around182. Elevator, Stubbs Xmas, Battle Axe, Die Hard, Golden Week, Next Level, Listener of the YEAR*2023-12-2848 minThe Mess Around181. Xmas Sounds, Xmas Sound Problems, Xmas Miracle, Xmas with the Stubbs, Xmas Window,2023-12-2147 minThe Mess Around149. Animal Costumes, Alarm, Mother's Day, Stubbs Suite, Too many Degrees, Worst Friend.2023-05-1148 minThe Mess Around146. Languages, The Stubbs Movie, Leftovers, Gaslighting, New Couch, Encouraging Smart arsery.2023-04-2045 minThe Mess Around137. The Stubbs Suite, Owls, Rumpelstiltskin, Grape Flavour, Tray, Valentines Gift, Jewish Outrage.2023-02-1647 minThe Mess Around108. Power Outage, Curry Victory, " Walk it off ", Footy Stress, House of Recliners, Beyond Richard2022-07-2843 minThe Mess Around91. Bad Advice, the Way of the Snarky Old man, Lying to Children, Academic Stubbs, Gym Failure2022-03-3142 minThe Mess Around75. Parrot Escape, Still Negative, Night of Nights, Printer Scam, You Talk Too Much.2021-12-0946 minThe Mess Around74. Dune, Wheel of Pain, Potato Gems, Poster, Awards, Positive Test, Mattress on the floor.2021-12-0247 minThe Mess Around73. Movie Colour Failure, " Hello Richard ", Sentient Gardening Sword, Bubble Tea Samurai, Soft Hands.Obviously we must begin with the elephant in the room . Andrew is still preoccupied with his film and it is now well past "Captain Ahab/White Whale " kinda vibe .So , we must find out how its going ,no matter how predictable is the response .There is some acknowledgement of the toll this is taking at home as Richard asks what Andrew will do to remove some of the enormous "brownie point deficit " .In other news Richard has achieved cult status among the young people who work with Andrew and also listen to the Podcast . 2021-11-2544 minThe Mess Around72. Rocky 4, Podcast Numbers, All Nighter, Back Pocket Use, Lip Balm, Delivery Problems.2021-11-1847 minThe Mess Around71. Comedian Injuries, " I'm OK ", Parenting Decisions, Service Station Games, Button Pressing.2021-11-1146 minThe Mess Around70. Shout outs and Cheerios, Storms, Haircut, Aquaman, Sock Drawer, General Wellness.2021-11-0445 minThe Mess Around69. Text Peeing, New Podcast fans, Montague Street Bridge, Video Game Boss levels, Ridin Solo.2021-10-2847 minThe Mess Around68 - Super Brain, Costume Disaster, Zumba Disaster, Moustache... that was a disaster too.2021-10-2147 minThe Mess Around67. That's a Wrap, Lockdown Birthday, Almost a Clown, Mattock Season.2021-10-1445 minThe Mess Around66. Film Drama, Search Party, Half Life of Mistakes, Sandwich Press, Spiralised Zucchini, Pine Cones.2021-10-0747 minThe Mess Around65. Line Dancing, Keith Miller, Cracker Night, Vending Machines, Earthquake.A big welcome to the Accidental Listener .This leads to a discussion of stuff that doesn't seem to happen anymore , Sudoku, Vision Boards , Bio-rhythms and the like .Then Line Dancing , which is discussed in more detail than is strictly necessary .Andrew goes on at some length about Billy ray Cyrus - lets just say don't get him to ever write an accurate account of your life .The words of Keith Miller are fondly remembered- eventually .Treasured childhood memories are shared by RichardThe old tradition of cracker night...2021-09-3046 minThe Mess Around64. Dog walking, Ned the Beagle, Cassandra of Troy, Gesture Update, Richard's Big Day.This episode kicks off with a specific welcome to a listener who is a dog walker .Turns out Andrew was a dog walker too .While describing his operation we realise it was done in his unique style . Richard's partner minded dogs and this gives us the heart-warming stories of Ned the Beagle and Barny the Giant .Somehow walking dogs has recently presented Richard with an etiquette and moral dilemma .He complains he feels like Cassandra of Troy . Then, naturally, we spend some time learning who that is .Although Andrews advise is well thought out , there...2021-09-2343 min
Amateur Radio QSO ShowRichard Stubbs Customer Service Manager of MFJRichard Stubbs Customer Service Manager of MFJ Enterprises along wikth Frank Howell K4FMH and Ted Randall WB8PUM2021-09-221h 59The Mess Around63. Film Disaster, Blind Optimism, Lockdown Guest Room, Iphone AK-47, Gesture Question.Richard is still in lockdown ,he manages to casually mention it *sigh*. To cheer himself up he asks about Andrews film .The student film is every bit as chaotic as you'd expect . The issue seems to be mainly the conflict between the film being a group activity and Andrews struggle to work in groups.However you have to admire his grim determination . The importance of optimism is discussed at length .Blind optimism in the face of reality . Richard admires this characteristic in his partner ,as she goes about converting a spare bedroom into a...2021-09-1647 minThe Mess Around62. Going Out, Teppanyaki, Neapolitan Ice Cream, Rhubarb, Ceiling Fan, Password HumiliationRichard is still in lockdown ,Andrew isn't . As a result Richard hungers for tales of "going out" .Andrew obliges but perhaps could've used his going out time better .one of the places he visits is is a Teppanyaki style restaurant . There is much discussion of that style of eating . Andrew felt he was set up , Richard has a method .Food in general is discussed , Richard was brought up in a no dessert household . There were a couple of exceptions , Neapolitan ice-cream was considered a giddy high . Richard was scolded as a child for his m...2021-09-0944 minThe Mess Around61. Shorts Year Round, Footy Coach, Hype man, Mystery Delivery, Return of the Dog Hair Jumper.In an effort to prove exciting things happen while in lockdown , Richard revealed he's been wearing shorts .Shorts are the discussed at length , Richard is in awe of folk who commit to wearing them all year round in Melbourne .Andrew is suddenly interested when he realises its a challenge although he does have some fears in the shorts department .Possibly looking round for work in a COVID world ,Richard has a dream to be a "noddy" . One of the team that stand behind ,usually politicians , and nod supportively . He has been studying them carefully and...2021-09-0247 minThe Mess Around60. More Off Kilter, William the Conqueror, Smiling Eyes, Japanese toilets, Lanyard failures.The term "off kilter" is revisited . Andrew has done some unasked for research ( where did he find the time? Shouldn't he be working on his film ?) and his results will astound you.Somehow Richard swings a tale from History in early . This one is all about making the best of a bad situation . We also learn who is Richard's favourite Viking ( Harald Hardrada) and his surprise that we don't all have a favourite Viking . Mask wearing means the polite smile is no longer effective. Richard has been working on making his eyes more expressive. He is...2021-08-2546 minThe Mess Around59. Off Kilter, Sailing, Phone Favourites, Looney Tunes Frog Toilet, Celebrity Hotel run in.Out of nowhere Richard is obsessed with the term "off kilter" , mainly he keeps asking if anything is ever "on kilter".A brief mention of sailing allows Richard to share a warning of an event to avoid.Seasickness and the ability to sleep quickly are discussed . Surprisingly there is a link . Richard has a trained and highly developed ability .In the hope of discovering whether something is normal behaviour ,Richard turns to Andrew for advice. Unfortunately it involves aspects of the mobile phone. This is not Andrew's strong suit . The more Richard asks questions...2021-08-1945 minThe Mess Around58. New Glasses, The Rubberband of Dorkiness, The Two Dog Golden Two-Fa, The Gordian knot.Are you in lockdown or not ? Are you even allowed to ask that question ? Suggested rules are discussed.Andrew's life is fraught for many reasons but his choice of new glasses has not helped . It seems the design is incompatible with his head and as a result they come off at critical moments .Richard feels Andrew has no choice but to use the Rubberband of Dorkiness. Andrew however remains unconvinced .The problem often manifests with dog walking . Unfortunately this leads Richard to share several games he likes to play when walking his dogs . You'll learn what...2021-08-1248 minThe Mess Around57. Lift Doors, Commune living, Wacky Masks, Wisdom Teeth, Pole Vault, Fund Raising Failure.Andrew is in lockdown . As he lives in a tall building , Richard fixates on his lift arrangements . He's not happy that the doors open directly into the apartment . Andrew tries to reassure him.How is lockdown going for Andrew ? Well, there are some signs of cracking in the elite team he lives with .Mask wearing is covered ,Richard has tried novelty ones and advises against it . Masks aren't meant to be wacky & for that matter , neither are some professions .Somehow that gets Andrew to audio of emergency dental work .Richard is...2021-08-0545 minThe Mess Around56. Toyko Olympic's Idea, " Troubled " Film, Billionaire Rockets, What's Banned at home?2021-07-2942 minThe Mess Around55. Vegan Fast Food, The Three Section Staff, Strava, Ridiculous Cycling, Tripe ClubFood , particularly take away, is discussed at length . Possibly because Richard is in Lockdown again .Andrew is vegetarian & Richard is fascinated with his late night eating choices .Particularly on the Gold Coast where there is not much ....at all .Venn diagrams feature heavily , Andrew realises he is caught between mocking carnivores and rabid Vegans . Richard is delighted there's another Venn diagram analogy .Chinese and Japanese traditional weaponry some how becomes a topic .In particular the 3 section staff and Nunchaku . Richard explains the hidden trap in using a Nunchaku .Stuck in Lockdown Richard...2021-07-2245 minThe Mess Around54. Vindicated by a Soft Collar, Hoodie Bargain Failure, Kidult Drive-By, An Ant in the Shower2021-07-1546 minThe Mess Around53. Stubbs Rodeo, Car Dings and Scratches, Too many Notifications, Don Lane and Dean Jones.Richard throws himself into the second year of the podcast with a rodeo reference because it turns out he likes them . Although not for the reason you may think.It turns out he has some other well advanced thoughts for crowd entertainment as well.Meanwhile ,Richard is starting to think he has let his car go beyond accepted levels. He turns to Andrew for advise. After a short discussion its found that yes , he really needs to lift his car maintenance game .On a roll , Richard now asks Andrew for advise on something...2021-07-0845 minThe Mess Around52. QLD Lockdown, Adult Colonoscopy, Naked blokes on a beach, Motivating Speeches!Well here we are at Episode 52 which means that the Mess Around has been going for a full year of weekly podcasts!No one could be more surprised than our intrepid heroes ,but before any celebration can happen the fact that Andrew is in lockdown and Richard isn't has to be dealt with.Richard is somewhat childish in his glee but then has the gall to suggest to Andrew that he has become mature in his ways. His evidence is choosing not to use a stupid joke at an inopportune time .Andrew is i...2021-07-0147 minThe Mess Around51. Sumo finishing moves, Celebrities in the Wild, Joe Rogan, Ivan Lendl in a lift, Capable ShoesStrangely the art of sumo wrestling is discussed . Richard shares the best way to enjoy watching sumo and when to pick the winner .Some how the conversation turns to another ancient art , that of celebrity spotting . As both Andrew and Richard have had celebrity encounters while at work , the rules were these were spottings that took place in the wild .Richard is not a fan of asking for photos , his partner is . While in the US this lead to getting a unique set which even he appreciates .Occasionally Richard has broken his own rule .A...2021-06-2444 minThe Mess Around50. Coconut Ice Cream tragedy, Steve McQueen Shoes, the Richard face, D&D, Terribly Hot Showers2021-06-1744 minThe Mess Around49. Lockdown language failure, Possum Struggle, Shoe Dilemma, the Spork, the mighty Shanket!The magic of communication thru different languages is discussed. Except it only seems like magic to some Australians , a lot of people speak more than one language ,this is also discussed. This topic came up as Richard confessed that during lockdown he has achieved nothing . Certainly, he hasn't learnt a language .He did try to help his partner in her unending war with the possums who eat her plants .His partner didn't ask for help , it turns out that Richard has actually made things worse .Andrew is completely unsurprised . Andrew lives on the bare mi...2021-06-1047 minThe Mess Around48. Lockdown 4, Emotional Eating, World Vision's Big Mistake, Your Voice carries, Footy team advice.Richard is not his usual self . His city has had to go into its fourth lockdown while Andrew skips around . Richard is taking it badly , it actually gets quite dark. Suffice to say, don't tell him he's got this .Andrew begins to talk about emotional eating ,Richard agrees he gets emotional whenever he eats too .Trying to change the subject Andrew explains the pitfalls of not being in lockdown .He manages to makes something ordinary the act of a madman .This leads into song lyrics , then concerts ,then buying a memento t-shirt at t...2021-06-0341 minThe Mess Around47. The Ultimate Tiki bar, Ninja Restaurant, Bargain Shopping, Name Recall.Drinks ,dressing gowns and ornate drinking cups are discussed.This morphs into Richards vision for a bar. Its quite detailed. Even down to the theme nights .Naturally the talk then turns to your Elvis song for karaoke.Andrew tries to show he's way more clever than we think and fails dismally.He does have a strength , however, and its his ability to remember names.The method he uses is frightening & strange but also effective.This is important because Richard is hopeless with names, while recognising their importance. So he...2021-05-2746 minThe Mess Around46. Force Quit! Patrick Ewing, Lecturer torment, the Mattress, Do Nothing or, be like James Bond...A thrill packed episode that comes with a warning - Richard gains insight into how to live.Andrew loves the power of operating "force quit' on programs . Richard just loves the sound of the words together and imagines ...well quite a bit .In a discussion of ending things the movie techniques of " it was all a dream " Vs " it's a multiverse with many realities " are discussed.This is partly because Uni is back again & Andrew is immersed in all things film ,and making a better fist of fitting in .It turns...2021-05-2046 minThe Mess Around45. Toilet Urgency, Cambodian Swearing, Richard's Deadlift, Post Office, " Return of John Landis "So many questions this week.Have you ever been rushing to make it home to go to the toilet?How much longer do you think you could've hung on? Have you ever wondered why no one ever starts a podcast with that question?Have you ever tried to master a foreign language by using only swear words?If your Personal Trainer is filming your weight lifting efforts, are they being shared on social media and laughed about amongst his friends? ( Hint: If the Trainer is in fact your Son, the likely answer is ye...2021-05-1342 minThe Mess Around44. Albums, Jim Steinman, Witchie Poo, Over-friendly Salesman, Parenting backfires.Do people listen to albums anymore ?Richard & Andrew discuss. Richard has recently listened to an entire album, not exactly a current or even popular one .The choice of music when going to or from a gig is talked thru, Richard & Andrew are opposites in their choices .Andrew mentions a recently deceased celebrity. Richard is confident because he knows who Andrew means - except he doesn't . Fortunately Andrew knows Richard's one so the moment is saved .Richard has had a brush with a happy ,friendly stranger. The fact that it was a conman doesn't...2021-05-0647 minThe Mess Around43. Chinese Beer, John Landis Flashback, Wheat Bag Disaster, Day Spa Music Suggestion.Andrew has been drinking . He never drinks & isn't good at it . He's chosen Chinese beer, why ?Who is he drinking with ? There's a lot to unpack .He is still able to pick Richard up on a terrible mistake from last weeks episode .Unfortunately , fixing the mistake doesn't lead us to any real conclusion ,rather it appears like the beginning of a quest .Richard has been to the movies - Mortal Kombat to be precise .He has some thoughts .He also reveals the behaviour he found odd among the young people he went with . N...2021-04-2945 minThe Mess Around42. Photo Smiling, Autographs, Awkward surprise hugs, Merchandise, Movie Junket interviews.Andrew is back doing stand up gigs ,which are going well but now he needs help with what to do when people want photos. Say yes & smile you'd think but it's not that simple.Richard ,of course , has a series of rules & coping strategies to assist Andrew.Some how this strays into autographs which in turn gives us a frightening insight into what Andrew writes on group work cards.Andrew has several ideas for show merchandise , not all of them are excellent .Richard gives some examples of his pet hate , the...2021-04-2245 min
Replace Your Income with OptionsLearn the CANSLIM Trading Method from Richard Moglen, Ep #56Subscribe to How To Trade ItRichard Moglen started trading after taking an introductory class on technical analysis in the stock market. It was a crash course into the CANSLIM investing methodology developed by William O’Neill. O’Neill studied the greatest winning stocks and boiled them down to their characteristics, which is now called CANSLIM. Richard started his YouTube channel (The Market Chat) to share what he’s learned with others. His goal isn’t just to talk about winning trades with the CANSLIM method but to increase financial literacy among you...2021-04-1527 minThe Mess Around41. Relaxing after exams, Hot Sauce Names, Car Servicing Decisions, Advice from your Children.Andrew should be terribly relaxed because Uni is over for another semester .But it turns out he is still wound up . Of course he is .We find out a little of what causes tension at Uni ( who has arguments about the opening to Sound of Music?) . He claims he is unable to fully relax because he is denied his usual outlets .We discuss those outlets , they involve stand-up comedy during a Festival in another country , living in a flat full of comedians and ...terrifyingly rare brands of chilli sauce .He discusses the brands in...2021-04-1543 minThe Mess Around40. Animals that hate you, Car battery drama, More Car drama, Tradie relationship counselling.Richard kindly checks in on Andrew's welfare as he is in the final weeks of his Semester.Andrew hasn't slept Richard is hated (actively) by an animal, he asks the question "has an animal ever really hated you - personally?"Richard goes on to describe the nature of the enmity. It makes for chilling listening .Andrew shares that he had an incident but used the teachings of the Podcast to help him thru. All of us are startled by that .It involved a car which is a coincidence because Richard was in a...2021-04-0840 minThe Mess Around39. Dental Hygienist, Take Away Etiquette, Chilli Stupidity, Charlize Theron.Richard is a bit jangled as he has just come from the Dentist .He ,surprisingly ,didn't enjoy being hurt & having to pay for it .Naturally ,this makes Andrew think of B & D ,a confusing discussion follows .Richard also had to return to a restaurant where there was some awkwardness. A brisk conversation on the expiry date for prominently displayed restaurant awards takes place.What is the maximum display length permitted ? Andrew says five years .But does this apply to everything ? What about the Nobel peace prize ?Be careful what you put in yo...2021-03-3145 minThe Mess Around38. Flooding, AFL Obsessives, Spider Plague! Helpful Bee Keeping Advice.It's raining in the Gold Coast but disappointingly Andrew's lift is still working .It's also the start of AFL season & the rules swing wildly this time of year . Andrew is bang up for it.He gently asks Richard just how into AFL he is . " A bit" Richard replies but then explains in more detail.The revelations will both shock and terrify you.A discussion of spiders leads to wasps leads to bees. We learn some good advice when dealing with bees. We also learn how to pick up spiders safely. Honestly, that's more learning than th...2021-03-2545 minThe Mess Around37. Hydration, Handshake Avoidance, Premier's fallen, Moral Dilemma Backfires terribly, Richard's Chainsaw SwordDo we ask each other about our levels of hydration too much ? It's the go-to for every ailment ,"how much have you drunk today?"The handshake is reasserting itself as COVID is beaten back into submissions in Australia. Richard is not happy & analyses why the other options failed Andrew analyses nothing ,isn't happy & has an alarming response to the greeting .The Victorian Premier has taken a tumble which leads Richard to suggest there are 2 types of people in the world .Richard has had an explosion in his life. The unthinkable has happened , his partner has li...2021-03-1844 minThe Mess Around36. Superhero Lairs, Secret Rooms, You've been " Stanned ", Mulch Madness, and Attempted Muggings... sort of.2021-03-1045 minThe Mess Around35. Haircut issues, Bert Newton is Loki, University Sorcerer, Brownie Point Moral Dilemma.Andrew is planning on cutting his hair - sure not a big deal, except..it is .Andrew's hair is long ,this has consequences which Richard helpfully explores.His long hair talk leads us to his Uni experiences. Andrew feels recent events have raised his status among his fellow students . Richard is not so sure.Richard begins a discussion on the nature of "Brownie Points" earned within a relationship. As he unburdens his soul we find out his terrible moral dilemma .Andrew helps , in the way that a Chaotic Neutral character would. P...2021-03-0444 minThe Mess Around34. Cultural minefield, Funeral Etiquette, Dog Shoe Update, Car Tyre Uni disaster, Tactic to bail you out at parties.Today we discuss etiquette & the awkward cultural moments that can arise with well meaning clods like Richard and Andrew.Andrew experienced some Big Trouble In a Little part of China . Richard made a terrible cultural faux pas and learned a big lesson.Richard's partner managed to nearly destroy a poignant funeral Richard calls it all part of learning to be an adult .He is now of the belief that when you put your foot in it ,stop. You're in quicksand, struggling will only make it worse. Andrew's advice is to double down .Andrew exp...2021-02-2543 minThe Mess Around33. Craft Beer, Pizza Sizes, Competitive Eating, Dog Hair Jumpers & Bad Musicals.Overeating clouds this week's episode as Richard has a run in with a giant pizza.This invites a discussion about the annoying aspects of craft beers, and how there's no reliable standard of the size of pizzas. ( There's a brief sidetrack into Starbucks that is best not spoken of ) Regular listeners will be delighted to get an update on the Dog Hair Jumper, which has now potentially morphed into a stylish vest. The episode finishes with a flourish by listing some of the worst ideas for a stage musical, ever. 2021-02-1745 minThe Mess Around32. Space Force Uniforms, Unwanted Nudity, AFLW, Rowing, Cross Fit Failure & Chin UpsIn a refreshing change from Richard's history rants, Andrew manages to rant ( at length) about Star Trek uniforms.Somehow this leads us into Andrew confronted with a lot of nudity .Richard tries to help but is uncertain what is happening.Thankfully , the conversation swings back to Andrews potential new sport . Richard has some thoughts but clearly no real idea . Honestly ,he's just glad we are no longer dealing with nudity or Star trek uniforms.They go on to also discuss something Richard calls an " arms to arse ratio" and Space Force .It...2021-02-1145 minThe Mess Around31. Cowboy Names, Twitch, Richard should do “ I'm A Celebrity “, SIRI, What’s the smallest job you can get someone in to do?The random question of "what's your cowboy name ? " appears & straight out of the gate Andrew tricks Richard in to a history "conversation", in which we learn more about crossbows & longbows than we ever cared to .There's an awkward pause as they both try to move on .Things get worse however when Andrew reveals his money making scheme , which is Richard playing games on Twitch for money.This plainly ridiculous idea devolves into Richard going on "I'm A Celebrity.." Spoiler ,he wont .Andrews argument that Richard's actual career bottom is already far...2021-02-0446 minThe Mess Around30. Photos of your partner’s Exes, Gym Clothing in the heat, Trackie Dack Shame, Swedish Royal Family Insights.Richard has had a shaky week, his partner is going thru old photos - including those of her ex's There is a discussion & Andrew is less than helpful.They move on to discuss the weather ,Andrew is uncertain of aspects of his work out clothing in the heat . Richard helps because he has spent far too long thinking about this .There's a terrifying confession from Richard. All of you will think less of him.Andrew's Uni study has not started well & this conversation inexplicably triggers Richard into a History rant on Sweden o...2021-01-2847 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 29Early on , we are uncomfortable because Richard is just feeling so happy .He is able to explain what has caused him to spark joy . He has done a massive tidy of his garage and taken the excess out to the nature strip for hard rubbish collection .Unfortunately he feels the need to spruik his rubbish to folk who stop to have a look and takes it personally if they reject the stuff he has already called rubbish .He asks if that's normal. You and I already know the answer .There are also a lot o...2021-01-2145 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 282021-01-1446 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 27Richard is trying to regain fitness because , as he explains , its the only thing in his life he can control.It is ,however, a long journey & therefore requires a soundtrack .This is discussed in some detail.It leads us naturally to a conversation about TV themes & Andrew mourns the lost genre of the explanatory theme.Under the theme of recovery, Richard asks "Would a bit of steroid use be so bad ? "Two uninformed middle-aged men then discuss , you will not be any better informed at the end of it all .2021-01-0742 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 26We find the resolution to the story of Andrew living in a high-rise with no functioning lift .Christmas has come and gone ,you'll hear tales of family gatherings ,presents & backyard cricket matches .A terrible day for bracelets - or was it ? Richard tells the story then asks "is the bottle half full or half empty ?"The subsequent discussion will help to guide our view of what's a win in 2021 2020-12-3146 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 25Richard feels he could do other things .Andrew points out that other things would make a wonderful Comedy Festival show .This then gets workshopped , some ideas are better than others.We find out why the phrase "end of night sushi" triggers Andrew & ,oddly ,his hatred of Duran Duran.Andrew is living in Hell, what does that look like I'll let him tell you...Also, how do you answer the phone? I mean what do you say ?Richard is not sure and Andrew is no help 2020-12-2444 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 242020-12-1745 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 23Episode 23 is the Christmas Precursor.Some podcasts wait until the last minute to actually talk about Christmas, but not at The Mess Around. No, we get in early to prepare you for the oncoming storm. And it's not just Christmas, the significance of birthday cards is debated heavily as well.Richard reveals his son's unique, emotionally detached and yet amusing way of signing off cards to his father.But mostly this episode is a tale of two Christmases. We get a glimpse into the olympian level of preparation that goes into Christmas deco...2020-12-1046 minThe Mess AroundEpisode 22It's difficult to explain this week's episode.For starters, Richard has a tree named after his son. Make of that what you will.Which is nothing compared to Andrew who names his plants, and the cars he has owned... one of which was a literal tiny red clown car.He even occasionally talks to them, the cars, not the plants. Meanwhile some irresponsible business is advertising dangerous digging equipment to Richard. Speaking of dangerous digging, stunningly, the saga of the Mattock continues. Let's just say there's a giant hole, a wheeli...2020-12-0346 min
The Infinite Learners PodcastInfinite Leaders: Live #27: Richard StubbsSend us a textRichard Stubbs is a senior public and private sector CEO and Non-Executive Director with leadership roles in health innovation, regional economic development, international partnerships and education. He is based in the UK.Richard shares with us his remarkable journey from growing up in a largely white, working class mining village with few opportunities, to being an influential figure within the health industry.Richard spotlights the need for more cross-sector communication and lateral thinking to drive innovation as we learn people must come first in any workforce-based industry....2020-11-281h 05