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As Andy Burnham takes over as Prime Minister, we ask leading campaigners and experts on women's issues what they think he should prioritise on day one of his premiership. Clare McDonnell is joined by Labour MP and former Violence against Women and Girls minister Jess Phillips, senior midwife Donna Ockenden who led the recent review into maternity care failings in Nottingham, and Chief Executive of the Fawcett Society Penny East.Fatboy Slim, one of the biggest DJs of the 1990s, has just finished playing four nights to appreciative crowds in his home town of Brighton. And among the crowd were a number of midlife women. More women in their forties and fifties, who are often experiencing the pressure of caring for both children and older parents, are exchanging an early night for being up raving at 4am. Clare McDonnell finds out more from Alinka Greasley, Professor of music psychology at the University of Leeds who has carried out research into women and raving and is a raver and DJ herself. How can we explore distant stars, buried water on Mars, or witness the first moments after the Big Bang? And what can we see without having to leave our back garden? Dr. Emma Chapman an award-winning radio astronomer based at the University of Nottingham, and a Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin research fellow. She will be appearing at the Buxton International Festival this Friday. She joins Clare McDonnell to discuss the radio universe, the upcoming Perseid Meteor Shower and a partial solar eclipse.English Heritage has warned the tradition of sending postcards could become “a distant nostalgic memory", after half of Brits surveyed said they never send them. But with the rise in popularity of 'Snail Mail', largely driven by social media, how are women leading the charge to stay connected through post? To discuss, Clare McDonnell is joined by Great British Bake Off finalist Alice Fevronia, who set up The Artful Baker Club, and Rebecca McMillan, who co-founded The Sunday Letter Project.Presented by Clare McDonnell Producer: Louise Corley

Send us Fan MailWhat does it look like to seek God's kingdom first? Through the story of Cornerstone Prep and the book of Nehemiah, Drew Sippel shares how God often guides His people through unexpected turns, calling ordinary believers to trust the King and join Him in rebuilding His kingdom.HOME | PLAN YOUR VISIT | BLOG | DIGITAL BULLETIN

Most people spend decades building wealth and never quite get to the second question: not how do I protect this, but what do I actually want it to do? On this episode, Paddy Delaney talks to Denise Charlton, CEO of Community Foundation Ireland, about strategic philanthropy in Ireland. How it actually works, and where to start. What you'll learn: How a Donor Advised Fund works in Ireland, and why the entry point is lower than most assume (€25,000–€50,000) The difference between ad-hoc giving and strategic philanthropy How tax relief and Capital Acquisitions Tax exemptions apply to charitable giving in Ireland How families bring the next generation into a giving conversation, and how endowments work in perpetuity If you've built significant wealth and you're starting to ask what it's actually for, this conversation is worth your time. About the Guest Denise Charlton is Chief Executive of Community Foundation Ireland, the country's leading philanthropic foundation. Her career spans senior leadership at the Immigrant Council of Ireland and Women's Aid; she was a founder of Marriage Equality, and she currently sits on the board of Cuan, the State's statutory agency for sexual and gender-based violence. You can find Community Foundation Ireland at communityfoundation.ie.

For the first time, there's going to be a national Children's Book Week, with events happening all over the country from the 15th to the 21st of August. It's called Reading Around Aotearoa, and it's built around the simple theme of encouraging more children to discover the joy of reading. Juliet Blyth is the Chief Executive of Read NZ Te Pou Muramura, which is leading the celebrations, and she's here to tell us more about it.

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says his latest election promise could lead to the country owning its own energy supply. The Party's promised to develop a national dataset of our offshore oil and gas reserves, using a $1-billion investment to do so. It would create a framework for the country to develop these sites and extract resources. John Carnegie Chief Executive of Energy Resources Aotearoa joined Matt Heath and Tyler Adams and stressed the importance of Governments not flip flopping when it comes to natural resources. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI has yet to start devouring jobs and many experts are forecasting but that doesn't mean that it won't come. There's already evidence that graduates are finding it tougher to get entry level jobs because many of their roles are being done by large language models. So how does a small open economy like Ireland manage radical change which is now measured in months rather than years? To discuss this and more was Harry Goddard the Chief Executive of Deloitte Ireland.

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Vincent Jennings, Chief Executive of the Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association, on retailers being asked to suspend the sale of disposable BBQs for the duration of the Orange Wildfire warning.

Many corporate marketing groups experience poor campaign performance because they rely on fragmented regional agency silos that use confusing, jargon-heavy copy. Adam Reeves, Chief Creative Officer, and Julien Bissuel, Chief Executive Officer at 72andSunny Toronto, break down how to optimize asset development and increase brand relevance by deploying a borderless cross-office architecture.They share their operational playbook for combining multi-market production resources smoothly, deconstructing complex industry terms through candid human realism, and turning large-scale experiential real estate networks into high-yield engines for B2B new business acquisition.Key tactical themes covered:Transitioning regional campaign distribution into borderless network blueprints.Unifying cross-office production assets to execute seamless tech campaigns.Differentiating financial services brand messaging using radical simplicity.Embracing candid human conversations over complex corporate industry jargon.Preserving long-term client relationships through experiential B2B lead generation.Adam Reeves is the CCO and Julien Bissuel is the CEO at 72andSunny Toronto, directing multi-market content distribution and integrated account acquisition strategies.Connect with us and our :Follow Adam Reeves on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-reeves-7238a2b4/Follow Julien Bissuel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julien-bissuel-b2b3822/Explore 72andSunny Solutions: https://www.72andsunny.com/Simplify paid socail Strike Social automation: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Connect with Host Dylan Conroy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

This event was part of the IfG's half-day conference, Regulation in a changing world: How to meet the needs of the future? An expert panel explored the purpose of regulation, and particularly its relationship to government policy. How can strategic direction from government, regulatory independence and consistency across sectors be balanced in a period of rapid change? Caleb Deeks, Director General for Competition, Markets and Regulatory Reform at the Department for Business and Trade Lord Michael Gove, Editor of The Spectator and former Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (2017–19) Dame Clare Moriarty DCB, Chief Executive at Citizens' Advice Natalie Prosser, Chief Executive Officer at the Office for Environmental Protection This session was chaired by Dr Matthew Gill, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are 1.3 million children in this country with developmental language disorder. Most of them are sitting quietly in classrooms going unnoticed. Today, Dale is joined by Jane Harris, Chief Executive of Speech and Language UK, to discuss DLD, the SEND reforms, and what it really means to ensure no child is left behind. They discuss: - Why children with DLD are six to ten times more likely to fall behind in core subjects, and twice as likely to be unemployed as adults. - The deeply problematic link between unidentified speech and language challenges and mental health - and why referring these children to talking therapies without addressing the root cause simply doesn't work. - Why children with DLD are often invisible in classrooms, quietly masking just as autistic children do - until suddenly they aren't. - How behaviour policies are failing these children, and why over three-quarters of teachers themselves say children with speech and language challenges are being unfairly punished in schools. - The government's new oracy framework and what it could mean for identification and support - if it goes far enough. - Why augmentative and alternative communication technology is life-changing for some children, and why the current commissioning guidance is working against them.   About Jane Harris Jane Harris is Chief Executive of Speech and Language UK, an experienced and energetic charity sector leader with 15 years' experience influencing public policy, building new audiences, and increasing income for third sector organisations including the National Autistic Society, Leonard Cheshire Disability and Rethink Mental Illness. Throughout her career, Jane has focused on raising the profile of issues that impact people's lives - through influencing public policy, building new audiences and increasing income generation. She has helped to measurably change public perceptions of mental health and autism. She recently launched Voices for DLD, has been central to the SEND reform consultation with the Department for Education and partners, and has helped guide two schools to Ofsted outstanding ratings. SEND reform and speech and language challenges Transforming SEND campaign DLD resources for educators   B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

This week on The Business of Watches, we're talking to the leader behind one of the strongest turnaround stories in the industry in recent years. Guido Terreni joined Parmigiani Fleurier as CEO in January, 2021 from Bulgari and has overseen a dramatic transformation in the design, style, and fortunes of the brand founded by master watchmaker and restoration expert Michel Parmigiani in 1996, with backing from the Sandoz Family Foundation. Under Terreni's guidance, Parmigian Fleurier has been transformed. Striving to convey the concept of "private luxury," the brand has released a series of surprising, elegant, technically innovative, and yet restrained timepieces under its Tonda PF and Toric model lines.  The brand has done nothing less than reimagine and reinterpret classic complications, including the GMT and, most recently, the Tonda PF Chronograph Mysteriéux, which stole the show, for many, at this year's Watches and Wonders.  In a wide-ranging conversation, Terreni unveils the philosophy behind the brand's discreet aesthetic and the structure behind its manufacture and organization. We discuss retail, production, and design concepts aimed at taking Parmigiani Fleurier to the next level in the hyper-competitive luxury space.   Show Notes:  1:05 The History of Parmigiani Fleurier (company website) 1:38  Global Impact of the Collapse of Lehman Brothers (Harvard Business School) 3:00 Early Parmigiani Fleurier And the Enduring Appeal Of Overbuilt Watches (Hodinkee) 8:12 That Time I Wrote That 'Swatch Group' Was A Dumb Name, And What Happened Next (Hodinkee) 16:42 Tonda PF Collection (company website) 19:02 Hands-On: Parmigiani's New Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante Is The Understatement Of The Year (Hodinkee) 23:50 Quiet Luxury (EFL) 28:10 The Rise And Fall Of The Hype Watch (Hodinkee) 31:08 Tonda PF Minute Rattranpante 31:18 Tonda Chronograph Mysteriéux (YouTube Monochrome) 41:39 Brand retailers 49:36 Toric Collection (company website)

Eddie Wilson, Chief Executive at Ryanair DAC, on proposals to reduce Dublin Airport passenger charges, and the impact on the airline.

Chief Executive of the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sally Curtain, and Australian Chamber CEO, Andrew McKellar, joined Heidi Murphy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join our hosts for Wednesday's show where we will be discussing: ‘Faith and Football' and ‘Human Sacrifice: Commanded by God?' Faith and Football: This World Cup shows striking moments of faith on the field, from players praying together after matches to public expressions of gratitude. But why does faith appear so powerfully in football? And why do fans often treat the game itself with almost religious devotion? Join us as we explore how football reveals a deeper human search: for identity, comfort, community and meaning. Human Sacrifice: Commanded by God? Human sacrifice was practised by many ancient civilisations, often in the name of religion. But was it truly commanded by God, or was it shaped by human beliefs, traditions, and even political motives? Join us as we delve into the history of human sacrifice, and how the true concept of sacrifice is one of faith, obedience, and devotion. Guests: Josh Smith: Josh Smith is the West Midlands Development Manager with The Feast. Samuel Okafor: Samuel Okafor who is the Chief Executive of the Kick It Out organization. Keith Mabbutt: Keith Mabbutt is the Founder & CEO of the Street Soccer Foundation Dr Jack Lennon: Associate Professor of Ancient History, University of Leicester UK. Producers: Marayam Syed and Durr-e-sameen Mirza

A new Infometrics report, commissioned by the Waitākere Indian Association, estimates that Kiwi-Indian businesses, households, international students and visitors contributed $37.3 billion to GDP in the year to March 2025. The report highlights the economic power of Kiwi-Indians and argues that New Zealand could be making better use of the community's skills, calling for improved recognition of overseas qualifications and greater support for migrant-owned businesses. The report launched in Auckland just before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit, the first by an Indian prime minister in 40 years. Producer Pranuja attended the launch and spoke to community leaders, economists and politicians about what the findings mean and whether closer ties with India will translate into meaningful benefits for Kiwi Indians. Producer Pranuja spoke to President of the Waitākere Indian Association Sunil Kaushal, Chief Executive and Principal Economist at Infometrics Brad Olsen, Secretary of the Waitākere Indian Association Sanjay Dutt Sharma, Labour's immigration spokesperson and Te Atatū MP Phil Twyford, and Minister for Auckland, Revenue, Climate Change and Local Government Simon Watts. To find out more on the report, go to kiwiindians.nz.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Many corporate marketing groups experience declining conversion tracking metrics because they rely on fragile browser identity tools that are increasingly blocked by privacy updates. Ian Maxwell, CEO at Converge Digital, breaks down how to construct neutral, infrastructure-level artificial intelligence frameworks to maintain tracking accuracy without depending on third-party cookies.He shares his operational playbook for evaluating inbound ad requests in real time, combining advanced real-world datasets like geolocation and point-of-sale actions, and leveraging human strategy context to optimize publisher yields.Key tactical themes covered:Building server-embedded machine learning models to maximize processing speeds.Aligning buy-side DSP targeting and seller channel inventory data protocols.Utilizing strategic human nuance to guide automated network suggestions.Processing ad queries agnostically to handle identity deprecation barriers.Integrating offline transaction metrics with online conversion loops.Ian Maxwell is the Chief Executive Officer at Converge Digital, directing cross-border programmatic ad infrastructure and un-siloed data integration networks.Connect with us:Follow Ian Maxwell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-maxwell-2553761a/Explore Converge Digital: https://www.converge-digital.com/Guaranteed Paid Media, Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Connect with Host Dylan Conroy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Mandy Wiener speaks to Independent Analyst, Khaya Sithole, about details surrounding the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) placing its Chief Executive, Patrick Dlamini, on precautionary suspension pending an independent investigation into whistleblower allegations against him. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good signals in the construction sector with costs much lower than the industry expected. The latest Cordell Construction Cost Index shows a 1.1% rise in the three months to June. Annual growth is at 3.5% - below the long-term average of around 4%. Certified Builders Chief Executive Malcolm Fleming told Ryan Bridge with the backdrop of the Iran war, they're surprised by the minimal rise. He says there is enthusiasm from industry we're at the bottom of a cycle and on the way up. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Legally Speaking Podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Patrick McCann.Patrick is the Chief Executive of the City of London Law Society, representing more than 21,000 solicitors and some of the largest law firms in the world. With more than 30 years of experience across legal practice, learning, development and talent strategy, Patrick has become one of the most influential voices shaping the legal profession. Before joining the London Law Society, Patrick served as the Global Director of Learning at Linklaters, and held senior leadership positions at Herbert Smith Freehills, BCLP and Bird & Bird. Today, we are exploring the future of the legal profession. We will discuss leadership, talent, social mobility, apprenticeships, legal innovation and how the legal sector can continue to evolve whilst remaining human.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Patrick discussing:- Top Talent No Longer Being Defined by Traditional Credentials- How Leadership is Measured by Authenticity & Emotional Clarity- The Legal Sector's Evolution- A Collective Shift from Competition to Collaboration- Why We Need to Improve Senses of Purpose and Well-Being.Connect with Patrick McCann here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mccann-066017207

Snowmaking is proving its worth at ski fields, with the busiest weekend at Canterbury's Mount Hutt in a decade. More than 10,000 people hit the slopes over the long weekend, helped by up to a metre of fresh snow and three bluebird days. Snowmaking boosted the base as much as 1.5 metres in parts. NZSki chief executive Paul Anderson says the tech's become essential - and is here to stay. "It allows us to get open as early as we possibly can, cover the slopes, and then the natural snow will come along and then supplement that good base that we have built the snowmakers." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode my guest is Milda Manomaityte, who stepped into the role of Chief Executive at the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) and its subsidiary, the Environmental Industries Commission (EIC) in March 2026.According to publicity at the time, her appointment signalled “a gear change for ACE group” and a strategic pivot for its role leading the sector. Clearly that caught my eye – what indeed has Milda got up her sleeve to drag the engineering sector up the political agenda and into the 21st Century?Well, given that the UK is about to be handed a new Prime Minister in the form of Andy Burnham, it seems a great moment to find out how an organisation like the ACE - which for over a century has been the voice of engineering consultancy - can ensure that this new administration makes the right decisions when it comes to the long-term planning and delivery of the UK's critical infrastructure and for protecting and enhancing the natural environment around us.Milda arrives uniquely equipped to meet these challenges. She spent the last seven years at the Railway Industry Association (RIA) - and we last on the podcast two years ago about driving innovation, performance, and digital transformation into that sector -  so she brings a track record of accelerating technology adoption and navigating complex government-industry relationships across rail.And at ACE, her predecessor, Kate Jennings, successfully elevated the trade body's political profile and established an ambitious three-year business plan. Milda's tenure begins at a watershed moment. The UK infrastructure landscape is being rapidly reshaped by the rollout of the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) overseeing the 10 year infrastructure strategy, and the delivery of an ambitious £720bn pipeline of work across energy, water, transport and of course housing. But the challenges are abundant – project delays due to funding constraints and planning problems, huge challenges meeting our decarbonisation goals, ongoing lack of skills and of course the looming threat of Artificial Intelligence threatening to soak up jobs across the entire engineering design sector. So lots to talk throughResourcesACE websiteEIC websiteMilda on the Infrastructure Podcast June 2024Railway Industry Association EIC Nature as Infrastructure campaign

The building and construction sector is shrinking and showing little sign of improvement this year. Chief Executive of New Zealand Certified Builders Malcolm Flemming spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Joining Brendan to discuss the newspapers are: Míde Nic Fhionnlaoich, Social Democrats Candidate in recent Galway West by-election; Tanya Ward, Chief Executive, Children's Rights Alliance; Gerard Howlin, Public Affairs consultant and former Government advisor and Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International politics at UCD's Clinton Institute.

In this special episode, Jake Humphrey visits Future Youth Zone in Dagenham, part of the OnSide network, where he sits down with Professor Green for one of his most personal conversations yet. Reflecting on his difficult childhood, Professor Green reveals how youth clubs gave him a sense of belonging when he needed it most and why spaces like this can change the course of a young person's life. Jake also speaks to Jamie Masraff, Chief Executive of OnSide, about the life-changing work being done to support over 60,000 young people every year, and why funding raised by Postcode Lottery players is so vital in helping create more Youth Zones, giving young people access to trusted adults, opportunities and safe places to belong. Jake also meets Lily and Olivia, two inspiring young members whose stories bring that impact to life, and youth worker Stephanie, who explains why simply being heard can change a young person's future. Together, their conversations highlight why youth clubs are more than just places to spend time - they're places where young people can find confidence, connection and the chance to thrive.Onside Youth Zones Charity Registered Number 1125893. Postcode Lottery manages lotteries for 20 charities. A minimum of 30% of each ticket price goes to charity. 18+, conditions apply. Not available in Northern Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to grow into leadership? Leadership can look impressive from the title, but the reality is often far more complex. It can mean making decisions without having all the insight, shouldering responsibility without certainty, holding competing stakeholder needs, and recognising when the path you once wanted is no longer the right one. In this conversation with Helen Brocklebank, Chief Executive of Walpole, the sector body for the UK's leading luxury brands, we explore leadership as an evolving apprenticeship rather than the end goal or title you finally achieve. Since becoming Chief Executive in 2017, Helen has led significant growth and transformation, strengthening Walpole's advocacy, sustainability leadership and industry influence. She spearheaded the British Luxury Sustainability Manifesto, and serves on the Board of the European Cultural and Creative Industries Alliance and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Women in Business Committee. Helen shares openly how a long-held ambition to run her own business ultimately taught her that success on paper does not always mean alignment in practice. That experience became a pivotal moment in understanding her values, strengths and the kind of leadership role in which she could make her greatest contribution. Together, we explore why leadership starts with knowing yourself, why physical strength, creativity and cultural curiosity can support better decision-making, and why listening is the essential first step in communication, storytelling and stakeholder influence. A core thought that emerged from this conversation- every role, relationship and difficult experience can become part of your leadership apprenticeship if you are willing to notice what it is teaching you. What you will learn in this episode: How to recognise when career ambitions no longer align with your strengths, values or wellbeing Why self-leadership is the foundation for leading others effectively The role strength, energy and personal habits play in sustaining leadership performance How your learning can strengthen empathy, problem-solving and strategic thinking Storytelling is fundamental to leadership How listening helps leaders unlock challenging situations The role of candid, uncomfortable conversations  Why leadership is a behaviour, not a job title What is your current role teaching you as part of your 'leadership apprenticeship'? Resources: Connect with Helen Brocklebank on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenbrocklebank/ Find out more about Victoria's strategic communication programmes:https://culturecuppa.com/individuals / Buy Victoria's book, Become a Global Leader:https://culturecuppa.com/book/ Follow Victoria on LinkedIn for more strategies, ideas and inspiration: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-rennoldson Read this episode's Blog post: Leadership: the Journey, not the Job Title

Ed Bastian is one of the most accomplished leaders in the world today. He is the CEO of Delta Airlines, a role he has held since 2016, and he has been a leader at the company for over 25 years. During Ed's time as CEO, Delta has become the world's most awarded airline, including being named the top-ranked airline by Wall Street Journal, Fortune and others. He was recently named Chief Executive magazine's 2023 Chief Executive of the Year. On this classic episode, Ed joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to discuss his leadership career, how he thinks about Delta's strategy and market position, how to build a world-class global culture, and much more. Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Shopify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Masterclass: ⁠⁠masterclass.com/elevate⁠⁠ Framer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠framer.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Indeed: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Northwest Registered Agent: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠northwestregisteredagent.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Whatnot: Search "Whatnot" in the app store to download Fanvue: ⁠⁠⁠⁠fanvue.com⁠⁠⁠ Wealthfront: ⁠wealthfront.com/elevate⁠ More about Wealthfront This experience may not be representative of other Wealthfront clients, and there is no guarantee of future performance or success. Experiences will vary. Elevate with Robert Glazer podcast (collectively "Media Partner") are not clients of Wealthfront. The Media Partner receives cash compensation from Wealthfront Brokerage for this paid endorsement placed in their podcast, creating a conflict of interest. More details available via the referral link. The Direct Deposit Plus Investing Program from Wealthfront Advisers LLC and Wealthfront Brokerage LLC provides eligible clients a 0.25% APY increase above the base APY on eligible Cash Account balances (up to an overall boosted rate of 4.30% for a limited time when including the three month 0.75% APY boost for new clients) when you direct deposit $1,000 a month, plus open, fund, and maintain an investing account. Wealthfront may change or end the program at any time and determine eligibility at its discretion. Terms apply. Full details at wealthfront.com/promo-terms. The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The base APY is 3.30% on cash deposits as of January 30, 2026, is representative, subject to change, and requires no minimum. Funds in the Cash Account are swept to program banks, where it earns the variable APY. Same-day withdrawal or instant payment transfers may be limited by destination institutions, daily transaction caps, and by participating entities such as Wells Fargo, the RTP® Network, and FedNow® Service. New Cash Account deposits are subject to a 2-4 day holding period before becoming available for transfer. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Securities investments are not bank deposits, bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value. Investment advisory services are provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast; I am delighted to welcome Mike Jirout. Mike is one of those entrepreneurs who transcend consumer cruising history. Along with his brother he created Ship Mate, which I'm sure many of us remember: the first mobile app for the cruise industry in 2009 when Apple first opened up its infrastructure for third-party developers. They grew Ship Mate to millions of downloads before selling it. Then Mike virtually invented the "cruise accessories" market with, Cruise On, a line of 100+ products (lanyards, luggage tags, cruise power strips, hanging organizers, etc.) and sold millions of items before selling that business in 2023. The brand remains the leading cruise accessories line.  Though Ship Mate and Cruise On have been sold Mike continues to innovate. He told me, “We're currently growing our consumer-facing cruise platform Gangwaze (Gangwaze.com) offering detailed cruise port and ship data down to the individual cabin level. We also have some business-to-business offerings, like custom made, vectorized deck plans—the hope is to make it as easy to filter/book a cabin as it is a seat on a flight. We also offer cruise agent products like a "Cruise Quote" tool for providing client quotes and a "Cruise Kit" for all post-booking info. At CruiseKeeps.com we customize cruise keepsakes (mugs, puzzles, canvas prints, etc.) with your ship itinerary map, port list, ship, sail date, etc. We have the Cruise Deals App, a mobile app for easily finding and booking cruises. We are currently launching the Cruise Quest Mobile App. It's a fun way to gamify your cruise experience with Bar Bingo and other fun games. I've built these with my brother, brother-in-law, and cousin as co-founders.  Our family's love of cruising started with annual family reunion-cruises, where 50+ of us would get on a ship with our fluorescent t-shirts, numbered by age. It was our favorite way to reunite.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

Many corporate marketing strategies face dropping conversion rates because they rely entirely on open-source software, generating overlapping briefs that wash out into an uninspired middle ground.Anthony Romano, CEO at Laughlin Constable, breaks down how to construct internal AI operating systems to organize team expertise into permanent, collaborative knowledge blocks.He shares his operational playbook for preparing brand datasets to handle autonomous machine-to-machine shopping, building layer-free full-service agency architectures, and using specialized data libraries to ensure briefs start at an advanced 80% baseline.Key tactical themes covered:Building internal AI operating networks to protect corporate data and campaign uniqueness.Modifying commodity product datasets to remain visible inside automated retail filters.Unifying design strategy and programmatic media planning under layer-free structures.Addressing modern team alignment drops caused by fast vertical department silos.Restructuring massive digital operations into agile mini-agency models to optimize performance.Anthony Romano is the Chief Executive Officer at Laughlin Constable, leading layer-free full-service media platforms and proprietary AI software design for dominant consumer brands.Connect & Secure Your Strategy Edge:Follow Anthony Romano on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aromano/Explore Laughlin Constable Solutions: https://www.laughlin.com/Automate Omnichannel Performance Capital with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Connect with Host Dylan Conroy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

Across the world, a familiar story is being retold with striking success: that stagnant wages, housing crises and crumbling public services are the fault of migrants and outsiders - not the billionaires and global systems quietly getting richer. It's a story reshaping elections, hardening divisions, and in some places, fuelling violence.In this episode of Think Change, Sara Pantuliano is joined by Dimi Reider (Othering and Belonging Institute / Shared Futures Institute), Tania Cheung, Libby Lenkinski and Kathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou to ask: why do stories so often beat facts? Why has fact-checking failed to stop divisive narratives from taking hold? And what would it actually take to build a competing story - one rooted in justice and redistribution, not nostalgia for a status quo that wasn't working either?The conversation ranges from the mechanics of how harmful narratives spread, to what's breaking down in how NGOs and philanthropy communicate, to where power, money and attention need to shift if progressive narratives are ever going to compete.Guests:Sara Pantuliano (host), Chief Executive, ODI GlobalTania Cheung, Head of the Shifting the Power Programme at Comic Relief Dimi Reider, journalist, policy analyst and facilitator at the Othering and Belonging Institute and Shared Futures Institute Libby Lenkinski, Founding President of Albi and Vice President for Public Engagement at the New Israel FundKathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou, Director Politics and Governance, ODI Global Related resources:Building Narratives for Change: where culture strategy meets policy (Event recording, ODI Global)ODI Global Strategy, 2026-2031Shifting Narratives: From Aid to Agency Shifting the Power Comms Lab Report (Report, Comic Relief)

In England and Wales, new non-invastive tests for endometriosis are being rolled out. GPs will be able to recommend a saliva or gut electrical signal test as an initial diagnostic tool for endometriosis. Tanya Cooke, Chief Executive at Endometriosis New Zealand spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Has a second NRL team in New Zealand edged closer to a reality after the NRL's new multi-billion dollar broadcast deal? The Australian Rugby League Commission has signed a new seven-year TV rights deal with its existing partners on both sides of the Tasman, including Sky TV, starting in 2028. The NRL wants to increase to 20 teams during that period, with Christchurch considered a candidate for an expansion licence. Sky TV boss Sophie Moloney has been asked what the new deal means to that end. "That's definitely one for the commission - that wasn't determinist of our values, we've valued it up based on what we've got and we love our Warriors." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many media companies run into serious scaling issues because their digital content tools are spread across separate, clunky platforms. Tyler Denk, CEO at beehiiv, breaks down how to bundle newsletters, premium subscriptions, and podcast networks into one clean delivery system. He shares his blueprint for bypassing social media algorithm changes by focusing on direct email distribution channels to build predictable, long-term brand equity.Key discussion areas include:Using first-party pixel data to scale cross-newsletter ad placements programmatically.Streamlining tech stacks by replacing fragmented blogging, mailing, and billing tools.Bundling premium content subscriptions across text and audio with Spotify Open Access.Protecting audience distribution loops from variable social media algorithms.Managing high delivery metrics (99.8%) while scaling automated advertising systems.Guest Profile: Tyler Denk is the CEO at beehiiv, directing advanced content delivery infrastructure that handles over 4 billion monthly email impressions.Connect & Scale Your Business:Follow Tyler Denk on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-denk/Explore beehiiv Platform: https://www.beehiiv.com/Optimize Your Paid Media Strategies with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/Connect with Host Dylan Conroy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/

If you've ever thought about selling your products overseas but assumed exporting was too complicated, too expensive, or only for large businesses, this episode is for you.In this episode, I'm joined by Tim Reid, Chief Executive of UK Export Finance, to talk about what exporting really looks like for small businesses and why it might be more achievable than you think.We discuss some of the biggest misconceptions around exporting, the support that's available for businesses looking to sell internationally, and the practical first steps you can take if you're considering expanding into overseas markets.Tim also explains how UK Export Finance works with businesses of all sizes, helping them access finance, reduce risk and feel more confident about growing internationally.If you're wondering how to start exporting your products internationally, this conversation is full of practical advice and reassurance.One of the things I found most encouraging about this conversation was how much support is available for businesses that want to export. It isn't about figuring everything out on your own. There are organisations and people whose job is to help businesses grow internationally and navigate the process with confidence.More info on us here UK Export FinanceLinkedIn here (14) UK Export Finance: Posts | LinkedInTwitter here Profile / XLET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeIf you enjoy this podcast, and you'd like to leave a tip, you can do so here: https://bring-your-product-idea.captivate.fm/supportMentioned in this episode:Amazon Made Easy is now openMy membership, Amazon Made Easy is now open. It's a membership for people who are selling on Amazon (or planning to) and want regular access to support, somewhere to ask questions and talk things through, and a bit of structure and accountability as they grow. Inside, there are live Q&A calls, optional co-working sessions and a small, supportive community. Find out more: https://vickiweinberg.com/membership membership

As browser cookies fade, marketing teams face the challenge of finding reliable data alternatives that accurately reflect real-world consumer needs. At the same time, traditional out-of-home media is moving toward automated, programmatic delivery networks. Dylan Conroy sits down with Matt Longley, CEO at Mobsta Ltd, to discuss how geobehavioral data platforms link physical movement history with retail purchase layers to optimize multi-screen campaigns.Key Themes Covered:Overhauling event marketing from short-term transaction tracking to long-term brand positioning.Using physical context data rather than online browser history to identify buyer intent.Combining vehicle renewals, real estate listings, and consumer purchase registries.Scheduling time-specific ad variations across mobile screens and digital out-of-home panels.Checking programmatic AI systems against clear compliance and data governance ground rules.Matt Longley is the CEO at Mobsta Ltd, an independent geobehavioral technology platform that builds efficient localized ad campaigns for global brands.Connect with Matt Longley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-longley-71921841/Explore Mobsta's Platform: https://www.mobsta.com/Optimize your enterprise marketing ROI with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/

As programmatic marketing teams encounter diminishing returns from short-term attribution tracks, brands face the critical challenge of keeping their customer pipelines healthy. At the same time, agency leaders must design sustainable business transitions that protect core team dynamics from holding company pressures. Dylan Conroy sits down with Stephen Brown, CEO and Founder at FUSE Create, to map out how independent agencies use agile brand health tracking to sustain long-term conversion campaigns.Key Themes Covered:Overhauling boutique agencies from traditional tactical execution into creative integrated models.Balancing backend AI tool deployment with the value of human strategic passion.Reviewing qualitative data from the "Confessions of a CMO" leadership study.Deploying modern brand tracking frameworks to prevent performance campaign plateaus.Executing internal management buyouts to maintain creative alignment and client continuity.Stephen Brown is the CEO and Founder at FUSE Create, an integrated creative agency that directs international cross-screen strategy for premier consumer brands.Connect with Stephen Brown on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenbrownfuse/Explore FUSE Create's Creative Frameworks: https://fusecreate.com/Optimize your enterprise marketing ROI with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/

What does life under occupation look like - not through headlines, but through the eyes of those who have lived alongside Palestinian communities?We speak with Tim Livesey and Julia Race, recently returned Ecumenical Accompaniers (EAPPI), who spent months living and working in the occupied West Bank. Drawing on firsthand experience from the Jordan Valley and Bethlehem, they share eyewitness testimony of daily life under military occupation and the human stories behind the headlines.Together, they explore how settlement expansion, movement restrictions, demolitions, settler violence and the erosion of Palestinian communities fit into broader political and legal developments, including the International Court of Justice's 2024 advisory opinion declaring Israel's occupation unlawful. They also highlight the work of Israeli and Palestinian human rights organisations, the principle of sumud (steadfastness), and practical ways people in the UK can take informed action.GuestsTim Livesey first visited Palestine in 1987, six weeks before the outbreak of the first intifada, and has been a frequent visitor since then. He returned from a three-month spell as an Ecumenical Accompanier on the West Bank last November. He has been a UK diplomat, senior adviser to the Archbishops of Canterbury and Westminster, Chief of Staff to Ed Miliband as Leader of the Opposition, and Chief Executive of the development charity Embrace the Middle East.Julia Race studied languages and has spent most of her career working for the British Council including postings to Cairo, Cape Town, Rome and Brussels. She now advises organisations from around the world on external relations, governance and fundraising. She first visited Israel and Palestine in 2007 and has just returned from three months as an Ecumenical Accompanier (or human rights monitor) based in Bethlehem.Listen & SubscribeWatch this episode on YouTube, or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others. Your support helps us continue bringing expert analysis and eyewitness testimony on Palestine, international law and UK policy.For more webinars, podcasts and events, visit the Britain Palestine Project.

A security company boss says ACT's newest crime policy could give clarity on how security guards can act. The Party says if elected, it wants accredited security guards to have the ability to detain and remove people, issue exclusion notices, and use force. Watchdog Security Chief Executive Brett Wilson, told Heather du Plessis-Allan that he expects only the top 10-percent of security personal would apply for a license. He says they'd be high calibre of staff, with the physical capability to carry out what's being proposed, given accreditation. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast; I am delighted to welcome Jeff Cuellar, Chief Executive Officer, Sixthman, which offers Music Festival Experiences at Sea. I love all my guests, but Jeff is a particularly coveted one because as many of you know, I love theme cruises and thinks ever regular cruiser should put one on their bucket list. Those of you who read The Joy of Cruising know I have long been enamored of theme cruises and in that book wrote an entire section on theme cruising. I featured a number of examples of theme cruises and tried to include Sixthman given their importance in theme cruising. It was not to be, but today I am excited and grateful to present its CEO. Jeff Cuellar has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment business space, and he offers a unique perspective on the industry–both on land and sea. Jeff assumed the role of CEO of Sixthman in early 2024 and was recently named a Pollstar Impact 50 Honoree for his combined skills of leadership, entertainment and cruise line hospitality. Jeff spearheads Sixthman's creativity with events such as the Chefs Making Waves cruise occurring this November, with Food Network Chefs Bobby Flay, Scott Conant, Ayesha Nurdjaja and more on board.Check out Sixthman's upcoming events here: http://www.sixthman.net/festivals Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

How to Lead a Premier League Football Club: Paul Barber OBE on Leadership, Governance, and Growing the Women's Game This week's guest is Paul Barber OBE, Chief Executive and Deputy Chairman of Brighton & Hove Albion and non-executive director at Women in Football. Paul has spent over 30 years in the game, working across the FA, EFL, Premier League clubs, and MLS with Vancouver Whitecaps. In this conversation, he opens up about what it actually takes to lead a modern football club – from managing pressure and making hundreds of decisions a month, to building culture across two sites and being visible to every member of staff. This is a grounded, honest masterclass on leadership, governance, allyship, and long-term thinking in football. What You'll Discover:   Why football clubs are small businesses with huge impact Behind the Premier League spotlight, most clubs run with relatively small off-field teams, working seven days a week across stadium and training ground.  How corporate skills transfer to elite sport Paul's years at Barclays gave him rigorous training in planning, budgeting, management, and people development. Composure, pressure and the 'acting skills' of a Football CEO Results swing, league tables change, pressure intensifies. Paul explains how he's learned to stay calm externally even when he feels exactly like the fans internally — and why consistency, perspective, and responsibility to his staff shape how he shows up on matchday and in crisis. Building Europe's first purpose-built women's stadium Paul unpacks Brighton's bold plan to invest £75–80 million in a purpose-built stadium for their women's team — designed through a female performance lens and a different audience profile. He explains why this is both the right thing for athletes and a long-term business play, and how it can set a standard for other clubs. Humour as a strategic leadership tool (with Jeff Mostyn) Through stories of former AFC Bournemouth chairman Jeff Mostyn — including hiding under a boardroom table and cutting tension in Premier League meetings — Paul shows how humour can defuse conflict, build relationships, and keep people going through intense periods like COVID.  Paul shares three practical tips for building a career in football Paul closes with three simple, powerful principles for anyone who wants to work in football and much more! Connect with Paul Here: Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-barber-obe-164552a/ Related Podcasts: 428: Jeff Mostyn-What is the Role of a Football Chairman? 442: Anush Ananyan- How To Be A CEO At A Football Club?  

As classic sports sponsorships deliver lower digital engagement, brand teams face the challenge of connecting authentically with modern fan communities. At the same time, many automated online sales channels are seeing lower returns due to widespread inbox spam. Dylan Conroy sits down with Jack Adler, Founder & CEO at Out2Win, to discuss how their venture-backed platform helps brands launch successful media campaigns at the intersection of sports and culture.Key Themes Covered:Broadening media reach from early NIL campaigns to the wider sports creator landscape.Running real-time social campaigns with professional athletes during major sports events.Transitioning a business model from basic managed execution to data-enabled agency services.Using internal AI analytical systems to back up creative talent decisions.Prioritizing face-to-face networking to bypass automated digital outreach clutter.Jack Adler is the Founder & CEO at Out2Win, where he leads the development of automated creator matching tools and digital media strategies for top brands.Connect with Jack Adler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-adler/Explore Out2Win's Platform: https://www.outtowin.io/Optimize your enterprise marketing ROI with Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-paid-social-media-ads-outcomes/

Sports are more than competition; they are a catalyst for economic development, community pride, and national visibility.The Detroit Sports Commission works year-round to attract elite amateur and professional sporting events that generate tourism, create jobs, showcase world-class venues, and strengthen Southeast Michigan's economy. On this episode we're joined by Dave Beachnau, Chief Executive Officer of the Detroit Local Organizing Committee for the 2027 NCAA® Men's Final Four®. Dave talks about leading the local planning, coordination, and execution for the 2027 NCAA Men's Final Four at Ford Field, working closely with the NCAA, civic leaders, and more. As a previous Executive Director of the Detroit Sports Commission, he discusses how metro Detroit continues to shine as one of America's premier destinations for major sporting events.

Tomorrow the cost of posting a letter will shoot up yet again. NZ Post is increasing standard mail letter prices by 70 cents, meaning a medium-sized letter will cost $3.60, a large letter $4.90, and an oversize letter $6.20. NZ Post says it's facing rising costs and needs to keep their services reliable, but critics say the price rises are coming at the same time as postal services are becoming less accessible, especially for rural communities. We'd love to know what you think about the price rises, but also how often you post mail, 2101 on the text machine. To tell us how the price changes impact those who live and work rurally, Perlina is joined by Sandra Kirby, Chief Executive of Rural Women New Zealand.

Andy Burnham is setting out what a Premiership under him could look like. The former Greater Manchester Mayor has said that he would set up a permanent “Number 10 North”, with greater powers handed to England's regions. So could the Manchester model work across the country? Why has “levelling up” repeatedly failed? And could moving power out of Westminster really make England richer?To discuss this, Krishnan Guru-Murthy is joined by Hannah Peaker, Deputy Chief Executive of the New Economics Foundation, Henri Murison, Chief Executive of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, and Channel 4 News Economics Editor Helia Ebrahimi.

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast; I am honored to welcome Filippos Venetopoulos, Chief Executive Officer, Variety Cruises. Variety has been creating a better world at sea for over 75 years, offering travelers the comforts and unique benefits of small ship cruising while exploring the true identity of a destination. Filippos Venetopoulos is the third-generation leader of Variety Cruises, one of the world's longest-standing small ship cruise companies, founded by his family in 1949. After graduating with distinction from New York University's Stern School of Business, Filippos gained international experience in banking, adventure cruising, and tourism before returning to Greece to join the family business. In 2021, during one of the most challenging periods in the history of global tourism, he assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer and embarked on a mission to reposition Variety Cruises for a new era of travel. Under his leadership, the company has strengthened its focus on authentic small-ship experiences, sustainability, cultural immersion, and meaningful connections between travelers and destinations. His vision extends beyond cruising itself: to demonstrate that tourism can be a force for positive change while creating memorable experiences for guests, employees, and local communities alike. Filippos serves as a Board Member of SETE (the Greek Tourism Confederation) and was elected President of the Hellenic Professional Yacht Owners Association (HPYOA) in 2026. He is an active advocate for the advancement of Greek tourism, maritime entrepreneurship, and sustainable travel practices. A passionate believer in lifelong learning, personal growth, and people-centered leadership, Filippos is known for combining entrepreneurial thinking with a strong commitment to culture, hospitality, and human connection. His guiding vision for Variety Cruises is simple yet ambitious: "To create a better world at sea." Filippos lives in Athens with his wife, Ersi, and their daughter. Today, Variety Cruises is the number one fleet of small ships, hosting around 50 guests on board each sailing, giving the company the ability to bring voyagers to smaller, less crowded ports around the globe. With sailings in Greece, Italy, Malta, the Adriatic Sea, West Africa, French Polynesia, the Seychelles and beyond, travelers can discover authentic local and Indigenous cultures, regional cuisine, ancient sites, remote villages and natural wonders only small ships can reach.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

What does the future of basketball look like? On this episode of Hoopsology, Justin Goodrum sits down with Erik Anderson, Chief Executive Officer at SportIQ, to discuss the next evolution of basketball training: the smart basketball. Sport IQ partnered with Spalding to create a basketball that combines cutting-edge technology, AI, and real-time analytics to help players improve their game. Eric breaks down how the Spalding Smart Basketball works, why analytics can empower players, and how technology is changing the way athletes develop. In this episode, we discuss:

CEOs are calmer about the world — and twice as worried about their own companies. Paul Witkay has been sitting in confidential rooms with chief executives through every cycle since the dot-com era. He's the founder of the Alliance of Chief Executives and publishes a quarterly Business Barometer that tracks what CEOs are actually thinking across industries and around the world. In this conversation with Bill Gallagher, Paul walks through four quarters of data — and the picture is striking. After eighteen months of uncertainty that left CEOs frozen like deer in headlights, the mood shifted to action. Not because they found answers, but because they couldn't afford to stay frozen. And sixteen times more respondents now say that twelve months from now, things will be even more unpredictable than today. Unpredictability isn't a phase — it's the new constant.They dig into the inside-outside paradox, where CEOs are getting less negative about the global economy but more pessimistic about their own businesses. Paul shares the AI data — the only indicator that showed as a tailwind in a sea of headwinds. Sixty-one percent of CEOs are now building AI agents in-house, fifty percent have AI mandates, and the job numbers surprised everyone: twenty-nine percent are adding staff because of AI while only twelve percent are cutting. Bill shares how AI runs through every part of his coaching, book, and PhD work — and they talk about what happens to companies that decide AI isn't for them. If you lead a company and you're trying to figure out how to move forward when nobody has the answers, this one's for you.Links:Alliance of Chief Executives: https://allianceofceos.comPaul Witkay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulwitkay/Q2 Barometer survey opens June — contact paulwitkay@allianceofceos.comStuck? Q20 Growth Diagnostic will give you a fresh perspective and it's free. ScalingCoach.com/Q20Our new book, Busy is Broken, coming this September. Sign up for the release at busyisbroken.com

Bard SummerScape is an annual multi-arts summer festival offering programs in dance, theater, opera, music, and more.Highlights include the Bard Music Festival, SummerScape Opera, major premieres through Fisher Center LAB, and the Spiegeltent.Bard SummerScape is a must-visit destination for breathtaking, thought-provoking performances and gatherings in an idyllic Hudson River Valley setting. There is A LOT. So, we will get a preview of event with Gideon Lester - Fisher Center Artistic Director and Chief Executive.

Today's callers: Whitney in Utah wonders how to bridge the gap between pre-seed and institutional investment for her fitness/retail combo space. Then Chloe in the U.K. considers which markets to target for her at-home crafting kits. And Christy in Washington wants to convert gifters into repeat customers for her coffee flavoring brand.Plus, Christina's take on why Milk Bar is better served with her as Chief Experimenter rather than Chief Executive. Thank you to the founders of The Beau Collective, Cotton Clara, and Vashon Island Coffee Dust. If you'd like to be featured on a future Advice Line episode—where Guy and former show guests take questions from early-stage founders—leave us a one-minute message that tells us about your business and a specific question you'd like answered. Send a voice memo to hibt@id.wondery.com or call 1-800-433-1298. And be sure to listen to the story of how Christina founded Milk Bar from our episode back in 2019.This episode was produced by J.C. Howard with music by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by John Isabella. Our audio engineer was Jimmy Keeley.You can follow HIBT on Twitter & Instagram and sign up for Guy's free newsletter at guyraz.com and on Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.