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SeedsSeedsSeán Barnes on becoming an Impact Professional, writing a book and hosting podcastsSeán has written a book on being an Impact Professional and we hear all about it on this episode of seeds as well as his life story.  For more episodes visit www.theseeds.nz  Seán's book site https://www.impactprofessional.nz  Impact Professional podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6liZrE1y3BN6Q31z0rHTrG  Also check out the 232 Degrees podcast on books from Seán Barnes and Carl Davidson https://open.spotify.com/show/6saaVGG8LhNtGLSH9FrdOR  Earlier episode of that show on Seeds regarding Dr Seuss! https://theseeds...2025-05-1643 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 50 - Season 4 Wrap and Best Of!A little show to put a bow on Season 4 - our longest season yet! We dive into the books of the season and share our favourite moments, totally off the cuff! Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com Get Sean’s book The Impact Professional at: impactprofessional.nz2024-09-0814 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 49 - Working Backwards by Colin Bryar and Bill CarrWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with Working Backwards by Colin Bryar and Bill Carr Business books; are they all they are hyped up to be? Meet the “insights, stories and secrets” of Amazon presented by a couple of senior ex-employees. We dive into the formulaic nature of business books and how the Amazon story has a lot more Jeff and a lot more luck than perhaps this book really acknowledges. We also reflect on whether the book really represents the Amazon of today, which is perhaps a diff...2024-09-0124 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 48 - Skunkworks by Ben R Rich and Leo JanosWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with Skunkworks by Ben R Rich and Leo Janos Plane geek alert! This week we look at innovation, planes and whether the key lessons of one of the most infamous innovation labs can be translated into business, government and everywhere. A slight warning and apology - when Seán says “lets talk about the planes for 30seconds” it went a lot longer than that!! Strap in Maverick, its time to buzz the control tower. Support your local b...2024-08-2529 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 47 - The Big Con by Mariana Mazzucato and Rosie CollingtonWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with The Big Con by Mariana Mazzucato and Rosie Collington Following hot on the heels of last weeks episode, we stay in business consulting world and look at that outsourcing and embedding has had on the public and private sectors in many Western countries. How does it turn out? And what are the worrying long term trends?  Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: htt...2024-08-1828 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 46 - The Management Myth by Matthew StewartWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with The Management Myth by Matthew Stewart Where philosophy meets business consulting! Matthew’s book is an epic story of personal experience, asking some serious questions of todays business consulting practice, business books and the high-profile business schools. Carl also wanted to apologise for calling him Thomas :-) Matthew calls himself an “independent scholar” and doesn’t hold back! Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here...2024-08-1125 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 45 - Outlive by Peter Attia and Bill GiffordWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with Outlive by Peter Attia and Bill Gifford. This bestselling book is focussed on living long and healthy lives, but does it really live up to its promise? There is a lot in here that walks on shaky ground and we dive into some of the concepts and ask some hard questions. Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.nz/w/9860474/Outlive_by...2024-08-0424 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 44 - The Good Life by Robert Waldinger and Marc SchulzWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with The Good Life by Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz. This book covers one of the worlds most amazing longitudinal studies of peoples’ lives, and what we have learned. It’s powerful stuff and of course, full of amazing wisdom that we can bring to our lives. Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.nz/w/9897333/The-Good-Life_by_Robert-Waldinger-Marc-Schulz F...2024-07-2824 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 43 - INTERVIEW Meet Elissa Brent Weissman!First the omnibus, and today we have an interview show. Following on from our foray into the importance of reading children’s books, we catch up with bestselling author Elissa Brent Weissman and dig into how she creates new books that capture both our younger and ‘slightly older’ audiences. Find out more about Elissa here: https://www.ebweissman.com/  And her amazing books like Hannukah Upside Down, Nerd Camp and many more: https://www.ebweissman.com/all-books/  Another great interview with Elissa is here...2024-07-2131 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 42 - A Katherine Rundell Compendium!We took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with a handful from the amazing Katherine Rundell. A three-for! The boys check out Rooftoppers, The Explorer and her little book that lives up to it’s title: Why you should read children’s books….even though you are so old and wise. Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab all the Rundell books here: https://booko.info/search?query_type=1&q=katherine+rundell ...2024-07-1432 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 41 - Life’s a Pitch by Stephen Bayley and Roger MavityWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with Life’s a Pitch by Stephen Bayley and Roger Mavity. We dig into art of a good pitch, and question whether life really is a pitch and debate whether this big-selling business book is worth your attention. Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.info/w/792399/Life-s-a-Pitch_by_Stephen-Bayley Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wher...2024-07-0724 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 40 - Bird by Bird by Anne LamottWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott.  Is it a book about writing, or a book about life? How do we dig into our inner creativity? So many questions - so little recording time. And this book is celebrating it’s 30th birthday! Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.info/w/10027407/Bird-by-Bird_by_Anne-Lamott Follow us on Sp...2024-06-3026 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 39 - The Road to Character by David BrooksWe took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with The Road to Character by David Brooks. This is a deep deep book. We get all philosophical with Carl and explore character traits and what makes up a good human, while learning about some characters from history.  Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.info/w/7750553/The-Road-to-Character_by_David-Brooks Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or whe...2024-06-2326 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 38 - Same As Ever by Morgan HouselWe’re back in the studio for Season 4 after a hiatus. We took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with Same as Ever by Morgan Housel. A tasty morsel from 2023, there is a lot of fascinating stuff in this book about what our wee human brains get wrong. Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.info/w/10017152/Same-as-Ever-Timeless-Lessons-on-Risk-Opportunity-and-Living-a-Good-Life_by_Morgan-Housel Foll...2024-06-1622 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 37 - BONUS Seán launches his new book: The Impact ProfessionalWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast! We love books and reading, and those who know us know that we love a good conversation. This is a special one for Seán - his new book The Impact Professional was released in March and we recorded live at the launch at Addington Coop in Ōtautahi-Christchurch. Its a fun conversation exploring our potential to deliver positive change in our professional roles.  The Impact Professional can be found here: impactprofessional.nz There you will find links to Ama...2024-04-2117 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 36 - Season 3 Wrapped (mini episode)Welcome to Season 3 of the podcast. Today we do a quick recap on Season 3 and reflect on our favs. Season 4 will be coming in the near future! We can’t help ourselves :-) Thanks for all your support and messages. And tell us what you want, what you really really want! Support your local bookstore PLEASE :-)  Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2024-02-2505 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 35 - Stolen Focus by Johann HariWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast. We love books and reading, and today we dive into a book about attention.  So, did this bestseller keep our attention? Does it hold up against academic rigour? Stolen Focus is in the crosshairs. Support your local bookstore PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.co.nz/w/9730324/Stolen-Focus_by_Johann-Hari  Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2024-02-1825 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 34 - Rogue Heroes by Ben MacintyreWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast. We love books and reading, and today we dive into a history book.  Now a hit TV series, this book captures the origins of the British SAS during World War 2 and their campaigns in North Africa and Europe. We explore our historical knowledge, and find out more about an important campaign that Sean’s grandad was part of. Support your local bookstore PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.co.nz/w/9198522/Rogue-Heroes_by...2024-02-1127 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 33 - You Can’t Hurt Me/Never Finished by David GogginsWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast. We love books and reading, and today we have a two-for! A double whammy of Goggins - who we decided is definitely in the 0.001% of humans. Where do these books fit in the self-help and motivational world? 4030 pull ups in 17 hours? Moab240? The world of Goggins is crazy. Master your mind and defy the odds. Unshackle your mind and win the war within. TAKE SOME SOULS! ** Apologies for the sub-par audio…we ha...2024-02-0427 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 32 - Devil in a Blue Dress by Walter Mosley…and the family tree of ‘hard boiled detective noir’Welcome to Season 3 of the podcast. We love books and reading, and today we do some fiction, diving into the world of Easy Rawlins (from Walter Mosley) and the genre of detective fiction. Whodunnit? These books are thrillers, with some serious social commentary. As a life-long detective novel aficionado, Carl takes us on a journey from Devil in a Blue Dress (book 1 of the Easy Rawlins series) and we roll back to The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler.  Grab a nip of favourite smoky wh...2024-01-2822 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 31 - Together by Vivek MurthyWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast. We love books and reading, and today we dive into the amazing book Together: Loneliness, Health and What Happens When We Find Connection by Vivek H. Murthy. The US Surgeon General is a champion of this important discussion, and his book really presents an amazing read of a big problem, while accentuating the simple things we can do. And this hits one of Carl’s areas of interest… Support your local bookstore PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book...2024-01-2129 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 30 - Chatter by Ethan KrossWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast. We love books and reading, and today we dive into the amazing book Chatter by Ethan Kross. We all have an inner ‘voice’ whether that is words or pictures, and the history of this is fascinating. We discuss how it manifests in our heads and what to do about it. Support your local bookstore PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.info/w/9527156/Chatter_by_Ethan-Kross There are some awesome disc...2024-01-1423 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 29 - How Big Things Get Done by Bent Flyvberg and Dan GardnerWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast. We love books and reading, and today we dive into the amazing book How Big Things Get Done: the Surprising Factors That Determine the Fate of Every Project from Home Renovations to Space Exploration, and Everything in Between. Seán gets all engineer and we have an amazing convo about the confluence between human behaviour and the big stuff we try and do… Support your local bookstore PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.info/w/9...2024-01-0729 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 28 - Happy New Year 2023 from Seán and CarlWelcome to Season 3 of the podcast. A little Happy New Year episode from the lads as we grab 3 books we read and loved this year that perhaps sit outside the mainstream best sellers. And, of course, we encourage you to do the same - just read! Or just have an awesome day wherever you are! Here is the list (one for one): The Rider by Tim Krabbé - https://booko.co.nz/w/86187/The-Rider_by_Tim-Krabbe  Humankind by Rutger Bregman - https://booko.co.nz/w/7812846/Hu...2023-12-3116 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 27 - Quit by Annie DukeWelcome to Season 3 of the 232 Podcast. We love books and reading, and today we dive into Annie Duke’s Quit: the Power of Knowing When to Walk Away. This is an interesting pod…with a firm conclusion from Carl! Support your local bookstore PLEASE :-) or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.info/w/9731742/Quit-The-Power-of-Knowing-When-to-Walk-Away_by_Annie-Duke  To find out more about Annie and her stellar career, see here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annie_Duke  2023-12-2424 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 26 - Carl and Seán Visit Bookarama (and…we’re back)Season 3 of the 232 Podcast is back! We love books and reading, and today we visit a local book fair and talk about what we found. This was recorded fresh over a brew in a cafe so excuse the background hum of people. Bookarama is an annual event in Christchurch, New Zealand - https://rotaryinfo.org.nz/projects/bookarama/  More episodes coming over our summer months (or your winter, wherever you are!) Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2023-12-1921 minSeedsSeedsCarl Davidson on the quirks of Data, Psychology, Trends, Books and Decision MakingThis was a really wide ranging discussion with one of the most curious people I know so we had lot of fun talking about many topics - one of them was The Apple Tree, a book being released soon by me.  Get a copy?  You can find out more at www.theseeds.nz/tree  Research First: https://researchfirst.co.nz/team/carl-davidson/  Check out Carl and Sean's 232 Podcast on books https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-232-degrees-podcast-unlocking-great-books/id1654427277  Earlier discussion on books https://theseeds.nz/podcast/books-seeds-conference-session-with-sean-barnes-carl-davidson-and-steven-moe/ For more episodes www.t...2023-10-2340 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 25 - BONUS Live from the Seeds Conference 2023We love books and reading, and those who know us know that we love a good conversation. Carl and Seán joined Steven Moe at the Seeds Conference, an amazing online gathering curated by Steven. Steven has also just published a children's book called the Apple Tree. We hear more about the story behind this beautiful book. You can find Steven’s podcast and all his mahi here https://theseeds.nz/ And most importantly, pick up a copy of The Apple Tree here https://theseeds.nz/books/the-apple-tree/  2023-10-2230 minSeedsSeedsBooks! Seeds Conference Session with Sean Barnes, Carl Davidson and Steven MoeSean and Carl host the 232 Podcast, a podcast about books, and this is a discussion with Steven Moe about why they matter and talking with Steven about a book he is releasing to coincide with the Seeds Impact Conference called The Apple Tree. Info on the Apple Tree: The Apple Tree - Seeds (theseeds.nz) To order a copy - steven@theseeds.nz   2023-10-1031 minSeedsSeedsOn Dr Seuss and his legacy: Featuring an episode by Sean Barnes and Carl Davidson of The 232 Degrees PodcastI really enjoy other podcasts and am happy to feature an episode from another one - The 232 Degrees Podcast by my friends Sean Barnes and Carl Davidson.  If you like Seeds I think you will like their one too so check out this episode as a sample, which is all about Dr Seuss!  They have two seasons of content so find them and subscribe! Find them here: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/232podcast Apple Podcasts The 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books on Apple Podcasts Podcast page: The 232 Degrees Podcast: Unl...2023-06-2022 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 24 - We Wrap Season 2 (and want your input for S3, pretty please…)Welcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and today we’re farewelling Season 2. Back in the studios (without the third guest) we sit down and reminisce on Season 2. We try and work out what Carl is going to do now Book Depository is closed and his reading pile is burgeoning, and we discuss what books we have on the go at the moment. AND we need to hear from you please!! Yes, shouty voice! What does Season 3 look like? Get in touch the232podcast@gmail.com or hit us on Li...2023-06-0421 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 23 - An Interview with Mark RanbyWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. It’s another interview show and we really loved this conversation with Mark Ranby. We went pretty deep on a few things as Mark shared his journey, how reading has shaped his life, his favourite books and his work as National Practice Manager at the NZ Rugby Players Association. Inspiring stuff! SHOW LINKS: Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com Connect with Mark here… www.linkedin.com/in/mark-ranby-73091b32023-05-2836 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 22 - Oh The Places You Will Go & The Lorax by Dr SeussWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. The more books you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go - Dr Suess. It’s an author show! We go slightly crazy on Dr Seuss fun facts, and then we dive into our favourite Seuss books. Environmentalism, politics, motivation and the English language. This man did it all in his amazing life, to the tune of over 600 million books sold… SHOW LINKS...2023-05-2121 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 21 - Endure by Alex HutchisonWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. In this episode, we dive into the world of sport science and the wonderful book from Alex Hutchison. This book presents the complex world of brain and body, and how it impacts us not just in sport, but also our everyday lives. How far can you really go? How does your body deal with thirst, heat and fuel? We totally geeked out and burst through our usual podcast length (sorry!) We hope you enjoy it. SHOW LINKS:...2023-05-1427 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 20 - An Interview with Tim LoftusWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. In this episode, we explore sustainability with Tim Loftus and how the concepts of The Good Ancestor translate into the world of business. We were also able to record in sound studio of our wonderful central library Tūranga; one of the new “cathedrals” that have been developed post-earthquake in Ōtautahi-Christchurch. Tim brings a refreshing perspective to business and marketing, and we manage to convince him to give fiction a chance… SHOW LINKS: BOOKO: htt...2023-05-0729 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 19 - The Good Ancestor by Roman KrznaricWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. We love books and reading, and in this episode we unpack The Good Ancestor by Roman Krznaric. We step into the world of big long-term thinking, why this is hard for us humans, and we side step into the game of Real Tennis! There are so many powerful concepts in this book, from Cathedral Thinking to Intergenerational Justice, and from oaks to marshmallows. Brought to you from the year 02023! SHOW LINKS: BOOKO: https://booko.info/w...2023-04-3028 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 18 - Think Again by Adam GrantWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. We love books and reading, and in this episode we unpack Think Again by Adam Grant. This book is really important, and is full of things that you can use to catch yourself falling into the most common thinking traps. And another very accessible book opening up the world of academic research to all of us. We discuss thinking, rethinking and how debates should be a dance, not a war. We hope you enjoy it! SHOW LINKS: ...2023-04-2326 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 17 - Uncomfortable Conversations With A Black Man by Emmanuel AchoWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. We love books and reading, and in this episode we unpack Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho. This is a powerful read, and we step into some uncomfortable convo as Emmanuel encourages us to do. He wrote this book in around 8 weeks - amazing.  We discuss privilege, unconscious bias and the power of individual action. This was hard, and important.  SHOW LINKS: BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/9490934/Uncomfortable-Conversations-with-a-Black-Man_by_Emmanuel-Acho AC...2023-04-1623 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 16 - A Walk In The Woods by Bill BrysonWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. We love books and reading, and in this episode we unpack A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson. In a bit of a homage to the great writer, we talk the magic of travel books, ‘all the gear and no idea’ and time travel. Strap on the hiking boots, we’re off on a wander… *PS Bryson has "retired" too! see link below... SHOW LINKS: BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/3149/A-Walk-In-The-Woods_by_Bill-Bryson Bryson has...2023-04-0924 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 15 - Seán Visits a Book FairWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. We love books and reading, and you need to find books to fill that need! In this episode Seán becomes roving reporter to visit the Avonhead Book Fair, hosted by St Christophers Church in his hometown Ōtautahi-Christchurch, New Zealand. What is the magic of a book fair? Why do people visit? What are people looking for? There were some magic cross-generation conversations. SHOW LINKS: For more on the Dove Bookshop, check them out here… ...2023-04-0225 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 14 - An Interview with Chris BurnettWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. This episode is a little different, and something we will do more of; hearing how books change other people. In this interview with Chris Burnett, we discuss how Tuesday’s With Morrie came into his world at a poignant time, and how it inspired him to connect and reconnect with family and friends. Its a great conversation! SHOW LINKS: BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/9780751569575/Tuesdays-With-Morrie-An-old-man-a-young-man-and-life-s-greatest-lesson Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com Connect with Chri...2023-03-2630 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 13 - Tuesday’s With Morrie by Mitch AlbomWe're BACK!!! Welcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast and we’re stoked to be back for Season 2. We love books and reading, and in this episode we unpack Tuesday’s With Morrie by Mitch Albom. We chat about the power of this mega-seller and how it is still an emotional read after all these years.  So much wisdom to explore in our conversation. SHOW LINKS: BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/9780751569575/Tuesdays-With-Morrie-An-old-man-a-young-man-and-life-s-greatest-lesson Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2023-03-1925 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 12 - Bonus: my special guest unpacks Alice Miranda by Jacqueline HarveyWelcome to the The 232 Degrees Podcast!! While Carl is away, Seán has a special guest on the show…his daughter Mackenzie. Welcome to the reading world of a 10 year old - we explore Alice Miranda, a top selling young fiction series. Plenty of lols, and Mackenzie dives into impromptu podcast fun. We want your ideas for Season 2 so please get in touch on the email below. Also subscribe and we’ll keep you in the loop. Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2023-01-2923 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 11 - Season 1 ReviewWelcome to the The 232 Degrees Podcast!! Carl and Seán reminisce on our debut Season 1. It's short and snappy. We want your ideas for Season 2 so please get in touch on the email below!! Tell us what you think, what you like and what you want to do next. Also subscribe and we’ll keep you in the loop. Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2023-01-2206 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 10 - Who Cooked Adam Smith’s Dinner by Katrine MarçalWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 10 of Season 1. This is the end of Season 1 and we hope to be back soon. Subscribe and we’ll keep you in the loop. We love books and reading, and in this tenth episode we unpack Who Cooked Adam Smith’s Dinner by Katrine Marçal. Look out economics…!! A hilarious and thought-provoking tear down of economic theory and it’s terrible assumptions. Check it out here: BOOKO: https://booko.info/w/7785260/Who-Cooked-Adam-Smith-s-Dinner-A-Story-About-Women-and-Economics_by_Katrine-Marcal Connect with us here...2023-01-0825 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 9 - Auē by Becky ManawatuWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! (and Happy New Year!) This is Episode 9 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this ninth episode we unpack Auē by Becky Manawatu. The boys get into some fiction! An amazing read from an incredible first-time author. *This is a book that covers some heavy stuff…just a wee warning! Check it out here: SCORPIO BOOKS: https://scorpiobooks.co.nz/product/aue/ LAMPLIGHT BOOKS: https://lamplightbooks.co...2023-01-0123 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 8 - Atlas of the Heart by Brené BrownWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 8 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this eighth episode we unpack Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown. The big big book of emotions…that perhaps should come with a reader advisory! Check it out here: SCORPIO BOOKS: https://scorpiobooks.co.nz/product/atlas-of-the-heart-mapping-meaningful-connection-and-the-language-of-human-experience/ BOOKO: https://booko.info/w/9614511/Atlas-of-the-Heart_by_Bren%C3%A9-Brown Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com...2022-12-2525 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 7 - Small is Beautiful by EF SchumacherWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 7 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this seventh episode we unpack Small is Beautiful by EF Schumacher. A little time capsule from the 70s that takes on mainstream economic sentiment… Check it out here: BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/1325001/Small-is-Beautiful_by_E-F-Schumacher Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2022-12-1823 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 6 - Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver BurkemanWelcome to The 232ºC Podcast!! This is Episode 6 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this sixth episode we unpack Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman. A book that challenges our thirst for greater ‘productivity’ and introduces us to JOMO… Check it out here: SCORPIO BOOKS: https://scorpiobooks.co.nz/product/four-thousand-weeks-time-management-for-mortals/ BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/9494805/Four-Thousand-Weeks_by_Oliver-Burkeman Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2022-12-1126 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 5 - Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 5 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this fifth episode we unpack Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. This book is 'wow'. We discuss purpose and how this book should be an annual read… Check it out here: SCORPIO BOOKS: https://scorpiobooks.co.nz/?s=viktor+frankl&id=273189&post_type=product BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/3675356/Man-s-Search-for-Meaning_by_Viktor-E-Frankl Connect with...2022-12-0423 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 4 - Atomic Habits by James ClearWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 4 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this second episode we unpack Atomic Habits by James Clear. We chat about motivation, quotable quotes and how many tools this book offers… Check it out here: SCORPIO BOOKS: https://scorpiobooks.co.nz/product/atomic-habits-an-easy-and-proven-way-to-build-good-habits-and-break-bad-ones-tiny-changes-remarkable-results/ BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/7802314/Atomic-Habits_by_James-Clear Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2022-11-2724 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 3 - Flourish by Martin SeligmanWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 3 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this third episode we unpack Flourish by Martin Seligman. We chat wellbeing, positive psychology and also how the content of this book has been challenged over time… Check it out here: BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/6526120/Flourish_by_Martin-Seligman Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2022-11-2024 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 2 - Range by David EpsteinWelcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 2 of Season 1. Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this second episode we unpack Range by David Epstein. Be prepared to have a few popular myths debunked... Check it out here:  SCORPIO BOOKS: https://scorpiobooks.co.nz/product/range-how-generalists-triumph-in-a-specialized-world/ BOOKO: https://booko.co.nz/w/7810352/Range_by_David-Epstein Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.com2022-11-1423 minThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great BooksThe 232 Degrees Podcast: Unlocking Great Books232 Podcast Episode 1 - We talk reading and books!Welcome to The 232 Degrees Podcast!! This is Episode 1 of Season 1. We are newbies, so we're excited to drop this pod! Subscribe and be notified of new episodes. And pass it on :-) We love books and reading, and in this first episode we want to start off with exploring what that means to us. How many books do you read? How do you create habits? How does Carl read so much?!! You'll get to know some of the origins of the pod and a bit of reading Q+A...2022-11-1422 min