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The Blue MachineThe Blue Machine - The Gimps Are BackAfter 2 months out of the studio, we are back with a pre-season round up so far - catching up on all of the Blues content that's come to light since we were last in your ears:The Sports Quarter Transport ApprovalBeautiful Merch & KitA Plethora of Quality SigningsThe Season AheadWe hope you enjoy this one, as we ready ourselves for the 25/26 season!Sponsored as always by Barrington Decor, the decorator you could never afford#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-07-151h 30
Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs.Extrait #177 Comment Thomas Effantin (Trusk) créé la confiance quand son équipe livre les colis volumineux chez les clients ?🎧 "Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs”, le podcast des entrepreneurs qui veulent comprendre comment concrètement les autres ont fait. Par Julien Hatton. #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneuriat #business #conseils #entreprise #entreprendre #podcast Il explique que ses équipes gèrent le "dernier kilomètre" pour des enseignes, livrant les colis volumineux dans les pièces choisies par les clients finaux : une responsabilité importante tant elle engage l'image de l'enseigne. Thomas Effantin, président et cofondateur de Trusk, spécialiste de la livraison du dernier kilomètre, explique ici comment il a misé sur le marketing pour faire bonne imp...2025-05-1602 min
Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs.Thomas Effantin (Trusk) - Comment t’as fait pour livrer 1 million de colis et bâtir un acteur national de la logistique ? Ép.177🎧 "Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs”, le podcast des entrepreneurs qui veulent comprendre comment concrètement les autres ont fait. Par Julien Hatton. #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneuriat #business #conseils #startup #entreprise #entreprendre #podcast Comment t’as fait pour livrer 1 million de colis volumineux et devenir un acteur national de la logistique urbaine ? C’est le défi relevé par Thomas Effantin, président et cofondateur de Trusk, spécialiste de la livraison du dernier kilomètre. Dans cet épisode, il revient sur la création de Trusk, son passage par Dubaï et la Côte...2025-05-1255 min
The Blue MachineEnjoy Your Summer, You GimpsFor the final time this season, The Blue Machine brings you an extra long episode to take you into the summer break, and we cover:A very brief review of Blackpool & CambridgeAlfie May's new liver requirementsThe inaugural Blue Machine end of season awardsExtended listener questionsIt's been an absolute pleasure this season talking everything Blues related, and we have so much in the pipeline for next season and can't wait for it to come around. For now, we want to say THANK YOU and hope you enjoy the final show of the 2024/25 season.2025-05-072h 12
The Blue MachineAlexa, What is a Banana Skin?It's the penultimate episode of the season and we are in the studio covering off:League 1 Champions CelebrationsAn Emotional Send-Off for JukeyAre Allotments Cool?What to do on a Sunny Day in BlackpoolAs always a really fun one to record, and we hope you enjoy listening!Thanks to our principal sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued support and delivery of the most random questions...#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-04-301h 53
The Blue MachineThe Exorcism of Lloyd DyerIt's a marathon not a sprint....that can certainly be said for the latest edition of The Blue Machine as we cover off:Crawley & Burton ReviewsClosing in on Points RecordsIs Bird Poo Really Lucky?The Mount Rushmore of Blues CBsLeague 1 Team of the Season - Whose in From Blues?We really do hope you enjoy our ramblings, and we can't wait to bring you our next episode.Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod.#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-04-232h 01
The Blue MachineThe Sweatiest Man in FootballAfter a weekend out supporting The Blue Machine at Wembley, the lads are back picking apart:Defeat at Wembley - Disappointing Not DefiningA Big Easter Weekend AheadBurton: Marmite, Breweries & Wing WahsIs Jay Stansfield Overrated? (The Answer is No)A sombre first half of the pod, but a much livelier second half.Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod.#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-04-161h 50
The Blue MachineLukas Isaac Paul Jutkiewicz: JUKKKEEEWe are back with an extended episode full of Blues discussion and banter, including:The Birthday Boys Weekends6 More Points in the Bag - Promotion PendingLukas Jutkiewicz AppreciationWembley Bound BluesHow Much to eat a Big Toe Nail?We know you're going to enjoy this one, and we can't wait to see as many of you as we can around Wembley!Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their sponsorship of the pod!UP THE BLUE MACHINE#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-04-081h 59
The Blue MachineThe 'Birmingham Aren't All That' Appreciation PodThe Pessimist is back! Back to our full quota of Blue Machine residents, we are back with a pod full of laughs, insight and plenty of discussion on:An emphatic win against Shrewsbury AthleticTom's X shenanigansA lovely day out to be had in BristolWhat hurts more - childbirth or a kick in the balls?We hope you enjoy this one as much as we enjoyed recording it - and we can't wait to be back next week with our Wembley preview!Thanks as always to our principal sponsor Barrington...2025-03-301h 18
Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs.Comment différencier votre entreprise grâce à une expérience client mémorable ? Avec Thomas Ciezar de Zoho🎧 "Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs”, le podcast de ceux qui veulent comprendre comment concrètement les autres ont fait. Par Julien Hatton. #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneuriat #business #croissance #startup #expérienceclient #serviceclient #digitalisation Dans un marché où les clients ont des attentes toujours plus élevées, l’expérience client est devenue un levier stratégique pour différencier son business et fidéliser sa clientèle. Pourtant, 39 % des marques constatent une baisse significative de leur satisfaction client. Dans cet épisode, Thomas Ciezar, Directeur Marketing chez Zoho, partage les trois étapes clés pour définir et mettre en...2025-03-2619 min
The Blue MachineThe Upside Down Mars Bar MysteryWe are back for a listener question special, with the international break coming to a welcome end - and normal pods returning next week. Our resident Pessimist Rob is away in South Africa, so we are again blessed with the dulcet tones of the Cotswolds finest decorating company's head honcho Mr. Hateley (who's too busy to take on any additional work). We cover off:How are babies made?What do we need to be a success in the Championship?A Tom, Zigic & Rowett threesomeHow big is the Midlands?We would also love our listeners...2025-03-231h 15
Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs.Comment prendre les meilleures décisions stratégiques pour votre entreprise grâce aux données ? Avec Thomas Ciezar (Zoho)🎧 "Comment t'as fait ? Les rencontres d'entrepreneurs”, le podcast de ceux qui veulent comprendre comment concrètement les autres ont fait. Par Julien Hatton. #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneuriat #business #croissance #startup #entreprise #numérique #digitalisation Structurer ses données et prendre les meilleures décisions stratégiques, c’est le défi de nombreux entrepreneurs. Pourtant, 75 % des entreprises françaises ont une santé numérique fragile, ce qui freine leur croissance et leur compétitivité. Dans cet épisode, Thomas Ciezar, expert chez Zoho, partage comment les entreprises peuvent tirer parti des outils numériques et de l’IA pour optimiser...2025-03-1930 min
The Blue MachineFulfilling Sponsorship ObligationsThe lads (minus Rob who's on stag duties) are back, with our sponsor Jon from Barrington Decor filling the pessimist's seat, and there's plenty of debate on:Big Willy - What's going wrong?Was Northampton just a blip?Can Ants detect rain?Is a sit down wee a treat?Another fun episode to record, and we hope you enjoy the dulcet tones of the Cotswolds finest decorator in Robs absence!#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-03-171h 45
The Blue MachineBouncebackabilityAfter having 2 men down last week, The Blue Machine have showed more Bouncebackability than Chris Davies after a defeat. This week we bring you:Wycombe, Bolton & Lincoln ReviewsWhy Haven't Snakes Evolved Arms?There's Not A Lot To Do In NorthamptonTom's Best South African ImpressionWill We Lose Again This Season?A brilliantly fun episode to record, and we hope its just as good a listen. Make the most of Rob and his pessimistic views being in your ears as he's away on stag / work duties the next 2 weeks so you'll have pods full of optimism...2025-03-101h 38
The Blue MachineReading's 'Only Team Birmingham Have Failed To Beat' Celebration PodWhat a week for the Blues! We go in depth on THAT Vertu Trophy Semi-Final win, plus: The Select Car Leasing Stadium Farmers Field Orient & Wycombe Previews Tom's Parking Disaster Pessimist V Dykes V Klarer: World Title FightAs always another episode packed full of laughs, Blues insights and general nonsense - and we promise we won't ramble on as much next time!Thanks to our Principal Sponsor Barrington Decorators.Up The Blue Machine#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-02-241h 54
The Blue MachineA Little Welsh Goblin Part 2: This Time It's PersonalWe are back with a bumper episode (conveniently timed at circa the length of a drive to Reading FC), where we cover: Another 6 Point Week THAT Refereeing Performance The Nathan Jones Chronicles Vertu Semi Final: Special St. Andrews Night Pending Koala's & Their Pesky ChlamydiaAn unbelievably fun episode to record, filled with plenty of laughs, in depth review and stacked full of your listener questions!Thank you to our principal partner Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod.#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-02-161h 43
The Blue MachineToastiness Level 4Another great session in the studio recording the latest edition of the pod, where we cover off:A Mixed Bag of Cup ResultsIs Cambridge a Banana Skin?Return of the Little Welsh GoblinWhat's the Optimum Toastiness Level?We can't wait for you to listen to the pod, and as always all comments and feedback are welcome!Thank you to our principal sponsor Barrington Decorators for their continued support of the pod.#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-02-091h 27
The Blue MachineBirmingham City: Expectant, Not EntitledThe lads are back at full strength for this weeks pod - with Rob making a full recovery, Tom back from business in Dubai, and Taz finally home from Huddersfield:
Keshi Anderson's Goal of the Season Contender
Which is the priority? Stevenage or Newcastle?
Who survives in the Amazon the longest?
Does Tom really have 'bars for days'?
Really good fun recording this one, plenty of laughs and heated discussion to get you through your week.
As always, thank you to our principal sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of The...2025-02-031h 32
The Blue MachineVictor Mooredrew's Pony Immune SystemThis weeks episode is here, and The Blue Machine are a man down with Rob suffering from a sickness bug. However Taz & Tom are here to discuss:
Disney Dragons - A point gained or 2 points lost?
Dog Botherers (A)
What's the biggest Blues socials cesspit?
How often should you change your bed sheets?
We will be back next week with a full squad to select from, but for now enjoy the latest listen and KRO!
Thank you to our sponsor Barrington Decorators - the decorators you'll never be able...2025-01-261h 13
The Blue MachineA Team of Angry Old MenWe are back with the latest instalment of The Blue Machine, with the lads discussing:
Swindon & Exeter W's
Small Town in North Wales (A)
How Much Should A Haircut Cost?
Spaghetti Pants
Another great episode to record, and we hope you enjoy listening just as much.
Also, a massive thank you to all of our listeners who have made the first 2 weeks of 2025 record breaking for us! Keep the comments & feedback coming via your streaming service or on X!
Thank you to Barrington Decorators for their continued support of the pod
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The Blue MachineRhino Combat at Swindon's Magic RoundaboutWe are back in the studio after our FA Cup 3rd Round victory against the Lincoln Wanderers, with plenty to discuss including:
Lyndon Dykes Wonder Goal
The prospect of Newcastle in the 4th Round
January Transfer Wishes
Swindon's Magic Roundabout
Plenty of Rhino Related Chat
Great fun as to record so we hope you enjoy listening as much, and all comments and feedback are greatly appreciated.
As always, a massive thank you to our principal partner Barrington Decorators for their sponsorship of the pod.
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-01-131h 39
The Blue MachineDo Goals From Penalties Really Count?The Blue Machine is back!
After a well earned break over the festive period, the boys are back in the studio with plenty to unpack:
A successful Christmas run
Adapting our style of play
Are the cups important?
Tomoki Iwatas Hamster Wheel
What animal could you successfully wrestle to the ground?
A truly insightful & fun episode, so please sit back, relax and enjoy.
The Blue Machine podcast is proudly sponsored by Barrington Decorators.
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2025-01-061h 19
The Blue MachineSpecial 001: John GayleFor the last episode of the current series, we welcome a very special guest in the form of 1991 Leyland Daf Cup Winner, and 2 goal hero on the day: John Gayle
It's our BEST episode yet, as the lads deep dive on Johns football career, that day at Wembley, and what John is up to now - some hilarious stories and an honour to have Blues royalty on the pod.
We also take a look ahead to our upcoming festive fixtures, with some bold Burton & Blackpool predictions included.
2024-12-231h 51
The Blue MachineKeith Stroud's Frustrated WifeAfter Tom's European travels (and being the self proclaimed busiest man in the world over the last 2 weeks), the lads are back in the studio with a 4 game review - plus preview of Crawley on the 23rd December:
What hasn't Tom been up to over the last 2 weeks?
4 more wins for The Blue Machine
The rise and rise of Keshi Anderson
Crawley according to Donald Lighthouse
Taz's hidden secret hobby
We hope you enjoy this weeks episode, and we cannot wait to bring you our special with Blues hero from the 1991 Leyland Daf Cup...2024-12-161h 37
The Blue MachineThe Lukas Jutkiewicz GOAT FarmAfter a hectic week for The Blue Machine on the pitch, the lads are back and cover off:
Robs Christmas Tree Erection
Shrewsbury & Exeter Mixed Fortunes
Who Will Blues Play in FA Cup Round 3?
Disneyland Paris (A) or Barnsley (A)?
A great episode to record, and we hope it's as good a listen - enjoy the show!
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2024-12-021h 31
The Blue MachineI Hear Frank Lampard Is Available ;-)With yet another International Break done and dusted, the lads are back in the studio preparing for a tough week of away games:
Rob's Barcelona Trip
Is Shrewsbury a potential Banana skin?
An emotional Exeter affair?
Your favourite ever Blues goal at St. Andrews
We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording!
The Blue Machine podcast is proudly sponsored by Barrington Decorators
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2024-11-221h 19
The Blue MachineWhat a Load of Cobblers!It's a swift return to podcast action for the lads as we take to the mics to discuss (in depth) the Northampton game, plus:
Duck Sized Rhinos vs Rhino Sized Ducks
Will Super Chrissy Davies take us all the way to the Prem?
Can the May & Stansfield partnership work?
Everybody's love for Big Willy
We will be back very soon with more debate, laughs and Birmingham City content - UP THE BLUE MACHINE!
The Blue Machine podcast is proudly sponsored by Barrington Decorators.
#KRO #BCFC #FEA 2024-11-111h 16
The Blue MachineThe Long Long Grass of SuttonThe lads are back in the studio with a short & sweet episode, covering off the week that was for The Blue Machine:
Robs Trip to the World Travel Market
Toms Top 3 Musicals
The Long Long Grass of Sutton
Blackpool FA Cup Draw
Northampton Preview
We will be back with the next edition of the pod on Monday morning, and we just might have a few treats in store for you....
The Blue Machine podcast is proudly sponsored by Barrington Decorators
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The Blue MachineThe Ghost of Scott HoganThis week sees the lads back together on Halloween, with the Ghost of Scott Hogan making an appearance. As well as that, the lads get stuck into:
Mansfield & Bolton Reviews
Willumsons' Velvet Touch
Squad Rotation - More to Come?
BOLD Sutton United Predictions
What Sound Would a Banana Make?
This is definitely one full of laughs, and maybe a little too much off topic chat but we hope you enjoy listening!
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2024-11-011h 21
The Blue MachineRebecca Adlingtons' 25m Stone Island Badge (A)
After a small break from your ears and last weeks technical issues, the lads are back in the studio with a cracking episode where they discuss:
Lincoln & Bolton Review
Exciting things to do in Mansfield
Did Rob really come up with the Iwata & Paik Seung-Ho song?
Taz's Irish Bar bill in Moscow
We hope you enjoy this weeks edition of the pod, and as always all comments and feedback are much appreciated!
#KRO #BCFC #FEA
2024-10-251h 16
The Blue MachineA Little Welsh Goblin With A Tight Black TopThis week the lads get together to review the weeks games, and answer some of the questions posed by our listeners:
Charlton & Shrewsbury (A)
Squad Players Taking Their Chance
The Away Ticketing Situation
The Lads Favourite Curries
An Insight Into The French Revolution
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2024-10-101h 05
The Blue MachineWe Love You Bryan HughesIt's episode 8 of The Blue Machine pod and the lads are back in the studio discussing an exciting week for the mighty Birmingham City:
Rob's Derbyshire Heritage
Peterborough & Huddersfield Victories
That GK Situation
Taz's Sunday League Miss
Charlton (A)
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2024-10-031h 04
The Blue MachineThink Before You TweetThe Blue Machine boys are back in the studio, bringing you the latest Birmingham City talk including:
Pod Stat Attacks
Real Birmingham v Atletico Rotherham Review
Club News Catch Up
Peterborough Preview
And why you should always think before you tweet...
#KRO #BCFC #FEA
2024-09-251h 02
The Blue MachineDomo Arigato Mr. IwataThe lads are back together discussing Monday Nights comfortable win against Wrexham:
Rotherham Stat Attacks
The Blue Machine Rolls On
Stansfield Impact
2024-09-1957 min
The Blue MachineThe Big Blue Machine Transfer Review
On this weeks bumper special episode, the lads delve into each of Blues summer signings, as well as looking ahead to Wrexham:
The Walsall Experiment
Our Landmark Signings
Transfer Deep Dive
Wrexham Preview
We will be back with our usual episode content next time, but in the meantime give us your thoughts on how you think Blues performed in the transfer window!
2024-09-111h 26
The Blue MachineScott Wright Looks RubbishThe 4th instalment of The Blue Machine pod sees the lads get together to discuss their beloved Birmingham City, including:
Toms Trip to Blink 182
Orient & Fulham Recap
Transfer Deadline Day
Last Minute Wigan Win
The Leather Capital of the World
Make sure you tune in to our next episode where we have a transfer special during the international break, and will also look forward to a crunch game against Wrexham
#KRO #BCFC #FEA2024-09-011h 14
The Blue MachineHalf Time Sponsored by Papa JohnsEpisode 3 of the Blue Machine pod sees the boys back together, discussing all things Birmingham City and a focus in on:
The weekends result at Wycombe Wanderers
Plenty of Stat Attacks from our resident Realist Tom
Insight into Orient (A), including analysis from friend of the pod and O's fan Big Tone
And off topic, an answer to whos the bigger club - Stoke or Cov?
(00:00) Introduction
(08:00) Stat Attack - Who Has The Most Possession in the EFL?
(17:30) Yokoyamas Debut
(23:15) That Blues Away Following
(26:40) HMS P*ss The League
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The Blue MachineBeaconsfield Services (A)We are back with the second instalment of the Blue Machine Pod. In this episode, we are covering:
Opening day draw with Reading
Caraboa Cup success at Charlton
Beaconsfield Services
Wycombe Predictions
2024-08-201h 01
The Blue MachineThings Will Get Better...The opening episode of the Blue Machine pod where we get stuck into all things Birmingham City: from the gloominess of relegation to the positivity surrounding our upcoming League 1 Championship winning season - and we promise, things will get better2024-08-041h 02
The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast36 Unlocking Leadership Potential with Ian HattonWelcome back to another episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with the insightful and experienced Ian Hatton. Ian started his career in mainframe computer operations before moving into networking. He quickly rose to a management position and was involved in various rollouts. However, it was the people side of the job that truly interested him. This led Ian to transition into technical marketing, where he excelled. He eventually became a Microsoft product manager and spent the last five years of his IT career at Microsoft South...2023-10-2329 min