Podcasts about Dickins

  December 7, 2025: May God's words be spoken, may God's words be heard.  Amen. You'all know I love Hallmark Christmas movies.  However, there is nothing quite like the ultimate story we hear at this time of year – A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens.  And as much as I love Hallmark, they just do not compare in their remakes of that classic, to the ones that star Alister Sims or Sir Patrick Stewart.  Now, we are in Advent, not Christmas, so why do I bring this classic tale of Christmas up?  For the same reason I did many years ago when I was preaching on the texts for this Sunday – especially the one from Isaiah, because Dickens knew how to create a setting.  And, the truth is, while the movie adaptations are good, nothing is better than the actual book in telling that important part of the story.  I mean, isn't that nearly always the case – Lord of the Rings trilogy, Dune, the Chronicles of Narnia – I know, I am showing my fantasy/scifi side. Even the Harry Potter movies, while really good, were not as good as the books.  The same is very true for A Christmas Carol. The opening paragraph of this Dicken's seasonal classic makes one thing absolutely clear.  It reads, “Marley was dead: to begin with. There is no doubt whatever about that. The register of his burial was signed by the clergyman, the clerk, the undertaker, and the chief mourner. Scrooge signed it: and Scrooge's name was good upon 'Change, for anything he chose to put his hand to. Old Marley was as dead as a door-nail.  Mind! I don't mean to say that I know, of my own knowledge, what there is particularly dead about a door-nail. I might have been inclined, myself, to regard a coffin-nail as the deadest piece of ironmongery in the trade. But the wisdom of our ancestors is in the simile; and my unhallowed hands shall not disturb it, or the Country's done for. You will therefore permit me to repeat, emphatically, that Marley was as dead as a door-nail.” So, I guess Marley, old Scrooge's business partner, was very much dead?  Or, as we get from the coronor in The Wizard of Oz – Marley is “…not only merely dead, [he's] really most sincerely dead.” Clearly we do not need to ask, in our best Monty Python voice, “Is he dead yet?”  Marley is dead.  Got it.  But why all the fuss – why all the repetition? Well, as we continue in the story we realize that if we weren't quite sure about Marley being dead, than it throws off the basis for the very strange set of Christmas Eve visitations that result in a miracle of new life for Scrooge.  And it is this new life that is an important part of our Advent journey.  The life that grows out of death.  Now you might be thinking, isn't that Easter, not Advent?  Well, it is both, as will see in the passage from Isaiah, and also from St. Paul in his letter to the Romans (who quotes the very scripture in Isaiah we heard today).  The passage begins with this: “A shoot shall come out from the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots.”  That branch, the passage continues, is the birth of a new leader – one who is righteous and faithful, who has compassion for the poor and the meek. Oh, how we yearn even today, for that. Now we often hear these words and think of Jesus, but Jews then and to today know these words as applying to King Hezekiah of Judah.  Still, everyone all over the world yearn for this type of leader – one who has compassion for her people, and knows they are not God, but are there to serve God's people.  The prophet's words remind all of us what is expected of those that lead the people of God.  And it is a proper metaphor for the incarnation too. So, let's get back to that stump, that leftover remains of a very dead tree.  A tree that, as Dickins would likely say, is as dead as a door nail.  Why is this imagery so important to the people then, or us now? Well, remember last week? The prophet was speaking of a vision of a new world where swords would be turned into plowshares?  Well, that hasn't come about yet.  The Assyrians were still a threat to Jerusalem, and had destroyed many a city in Judah and Israel.  In fact, in the chapter before the one we read from today, we hear about those rulers who oppress the people, turning aside the needy from justice, and robbing the poor and vulnerable.  It was a time of darkness for the people, where hope was far gone and everyone seemed like the walking dead.  The stump is a metaphor for the people who felt dead inside.  The shoot is the birth of a new leader who is righteous, faithful, and good.  That would be a miracle to those so worn down by the reality in which they lived. But the passage doesn't stop there.  This new life is beyond anything anyone has ever experienced – beyond even swords being made into plowshares.  It is what we have come to call the peaceable kingdom…where “The wolf shall live with the lamb, the leopard shall lie down with the kid…” Of course, this image has been depicted in religious art, and is the stuff of poets.  But given the circumstances then and today, many of us might say, “The wolf might lie down with the lamb. But the lamb won't get much sleep!”  We greet these words with a big “Bah Humbug!' Not because we don't want it – oh we so dream it could be true.  No, we are skeptical because we have become so used to the very unpeaceable kingdom – war, violence, human trafficking, hate crimes, cyberbullying, and leaders who attack the people they are meant to serve, not to mention difficult times in our own lives. We can feel devoid of dreams like this because it can all seem too big to imagine – this time of peace and love for all.  It seems like a pipe dream. We can be so very weary from what life throws at us that we become like those people long ago – the walking dead.  Our faith withered so much that we keep a watchful eye, a bit like a lamb near a lion, for what might next prey upon us, and not for miracles of new life.  And so this prophetic witness of Isaiah is not only meant for those long ago, but for us too.  Maybe that is why St. Paul quotes the prophet in his letter to the Romans we heard a part of today.  He writes “Whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, so that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scriptures we might have hope….and again Isaiah says, “The root of Jesse shall come, the one who rises to rule the Gentiles; in him the Gentiles shall hope.”” St. Paul is reminding the people in Rome, and now us, of the promise of Isaiah – that new life grows out of what seems to be very much dead, bringing hope to all.  And folks, as I said last week, hope is a most powerful force amidst the darkness of the world.  It is the stuff of transformation, and the heart of Advent.  Hope is the spark in the soul that can defeat the darkness, can overcome the strongest enemies, can make dreams – God's or our own – possible.  And hope is the root of joy. Now, to be clear, joy is not happiness.  Joy is not connected to external events.  Joy is the inner peace we carry knowing that no matter what life throws at us, God loves us – loves us enough to break into the darkness of our lives with the birth of Christ Jesus. But here's the thing.  This new vision of the world – this peaceable kingdom and life out of death – this hope and joy – well, we have a role to play in bringing it all about. St. Paul adds this instruction we heard today “Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you.”  This welcome isn't a polite greeting like we do at the peace, or we might when being introduced at a party.  That is far too tame.  The Greek used here is more on the lines of “fully embrace.”  And it isn't meant just for people we know well, or even like.  It is to fully embrace like Christ!  Or to put it in Christ's own words “love one another as I loved you.”  We are to be the counter-cultural witness to the goodness of God in how we treat one another, how we treat those who are different than ourselves, how we treat all of creation.  When we love as Christ loved us, we become the very sprouts of new life for a world that feels dead as a stump.  That is how we, by his incarnation in our heart, give birth to God's vision of love and peace. It happens one welcome – one full embrace – one moment of unconditional love at a time.  It is the hope of nations, and the promise of the child we await.  Think about the story of old Scrooge for a moment.  His transformation didn't come about because he got frightened out of his wits by a bunch of ghosts.  It started with a warning from Marley, to be sure, but what exactly was Marley telling him?  First, he told Scrooge that the chain he was wearing he forged in life, and that Scrooge's was just as long and growing ever still.  And when Scrooge said, “But you were always a good man of business, Jacob,” Marley shouted back – “Business!” “Mankind was my business. The common welfare was my business; charity, mercy, forbearance, and benevolence, were all my business. The dealings of my trade were but a drop of water in the comprehensive ocean of my business!…At this time of the rolling year, I suffer most. Why did I walk through crowds of fellow-beings with my eyes turned down, and never raise them to that blessed Star which led the Wise Men to a poor abode? Were there no poor homes to which its light would have conducted me?” Then the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future arrive one by one. What did they show Scrooge?  Images of hell to scare him?  No.  They showed him love – love he once had for another person, love of the Cratchit family even amidst all their lot, love his nephew showed to him despite Scrooge's nasty clapbacks at him.  And the reader or viewer sees how the absence of love from others can deaden many a child of God. That is what the Spirits showed to Scrooge – love.  Love not based on being treated well, love not based on the circumstances of life.  Just love – that full embrace St. Paul implores us to give – that commandment of Jesus to us all.  It is the very thing that will bring forth the shoot of hope and joy from even the deadest of souls, including our own. So next time you are watching your favorite version of A Christmas Carol, remember this passage from Isaiah and the epistle of St. Paul to the Romans. Remember and see that even a soul as dead as Dickin's Mr. Scrooge may be given new life through the power of love. Remember too that this miracle of redemptive grace is for everyone – for you and for me.  It is the hope that will heal the world and bring about the beloved kingdom for us all, so long as we do our part to bring it about. And so I leave you with this, the two benedictions St. Paul includes in this part of his epistle.  Maybe they be something you can say each morning as you start the day – a reminder of Advent and what is possible by God's grace, when we share with others our hope and joy in love.  “May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, in accordance with Christ Jesus, so that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Amen. For the audio, click below, or subscribe to our iTunes Sermon Podcast by clicking here (also available on Audible): Sermon Podcast https://christchurchepiscopal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Rec-001-Sermon-December_7_2025.m4a   The Rev. Diana L. Wilcox Christ Church in Bloomfield & Glen Ridge December 7, 2025 Advent 4 – Year A 1st Reading – Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 2nd Reading – Romans 15:4-13 Gospel – Matthew 3:1-12 The post “The Power Of Love” appeared first on Christ Episcopal Church.

Leadership is less about ego and more about evolution. In this dynamic conversation, Georgie Dickens—executive coach, founder of Women in Leadership Global, and author of Stratospheric CEOs—dives into the lessons behind some of the most influential financial industry leaders. She shares firsthand insights from working with C-suite giants and reveals what sets stratospheric leadership apart: clarity of vision, magnetic storytelling, intentional culture-building, and relentless personal growth. Whether you're scaling a startup or leading at enterprise level, this is a blueprint for elevating your impact.Check out the full series of Career Sessions, Career Lessons podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at http://pathwise.io/podcasts/georgie-dickins/.

In this episode of Jo's Art History Podcast, Jo McLaughlin is joined by artist Jane Dickins, to discuss the incredible Australian First Nations artist, Emily Kam Kngwarray.Whether you're an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives.Guest Details:Guest: Jane DickinsWebsite: https://www.janedickins.com/aboutHost Details:Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo's Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.Find Jo online:Website: www.josarthistory.comInstagram: @josarthistoryLinkedIn: Jo McLaughlinResources & References:Tate Showhttps://www.tate.org.uk/press/press-releases/emily-kam-kngwarrayRebecca Hossackhttps://www.rebeccahossack.com/JGM Galleryhttps://www.jgmgallery.com/More on the artist:https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=fd368f2ad05e4b13&q=emily+kam+kngwarray&udm=7&fbs=ABzOT_CWdhQLP1FcmU5B0fn3xuWpA-dk4wpBWOGsoR7DG5zJBjLjqIC1CYKD9D-DQAQS3Z6fZ--OaZn3DMTxQWxLIg4hLQxdeeRU4cDnLiq6T6c_qvec-lrHd8m_SR0WRUxUTbV9WtwuMqZZcegFsI11Dz-Gn4XLdoDToliLxmIeKZ11KxMfaAFaSocXlcvs1-I0oYabot43&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjY6umty6-LAxVjU0EAHV15A7QQtKgLegQIIRAB&cshid=1738863526600291&biw=1265&bih=720&dpr=2#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:f564709c,vid:W-XvK5zBSQw,st:0Support the Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating on whatever platform you are listening on. Your support helps us reach more art lovers!Follow Jo's Art History Podcast for more episodes on Itunes, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.Let's keep the conversation going! Share your thoughts on social media using #JoArtHistoryPod and tag us @josarthistory.If you would like to purchase a book from my Amazon wish list as a gift to say thank you and support a future episode, please do so here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/FZ1XZKILJJCJ?ref_=wl_shareThanks for listening!

Episode Overview:In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Hebe Dickins, a somatic therapist, energy psychologist, and yoga and meditation teacher. Hebe's journey started in the world of acting, but her deep curiosity about the mind-body connection led her into the fields of trauma healing, energy psychology, and somatic therapy.We dive deep into what trauma really is, how it can show up in our lives (often without us realizing it), and the power of the body in processing and healing emotional wounds. Whether you've explored somatic work before or are just hearing about it for the first time, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on the ways trauma can manifest and how we can reconnect with ourselves through the body.What We Discuss:What trauma really is and how it affects the nervous systemThe difference between “talk therapy” and somatic therapyWhy so many people feel “stuck” and how trauma can be at the root of itThe body's role in storing and processing traumaHow trauma can impact relationships, intimacy, and self-worthWays to tell if you're embodied or disconnected from your bodyPractical steps to start reconnecting with your body and emotionsThe importance of honoring our nervous system's capacity and not pushing beyond our limitsHow Hebe's own journey with trauma healing has shaped her work todayHow to Know if Trauma is Affecting YouHebe shares some key signs that you might be carrying unresolved trauma in your body:You feel stuck in life, unable to move forward despite wanting to.You experience chronic stress, fatigue, or a feeling of "shutting down".You tend to be in a constant state of hypervigilance or overthinking.You struggle with intimacy, emotional numbness, or disconnection from loved ones.You feel like you're always on autopilot, disconnected from your emotions or physical sensations.If any of these resonate with you, Hebe offers insight into gentle, body-based healing approaches that can help.How to Start Reconnecting with Your Body:Pay attention to your body signals. Start noticing when you feel tension, numbness, or ease.Engage in body-based practices. This could be as simple as stretching, yoga, dance, or breathwork.Ask yourself, "What's great about this that I'm not getting?" This question can shift your perspective when facing challenges.Slow down and practice self-compassion. Your body is always working for you—listen to what it's trying to say.Resources & How to Connect with Hebe:Hebe's Website: AliveUK.co.ukFinal Thoughts:This conversation with Hebe was rich, insightful, and deeply grounding. If you've ever felt disconnected from your body, struggled with unprocessed emotions, or wanted a deeper understanding of trauma and healing, this episode is for you.I hope you take something valuable from it and, most importantly, give yourself the grace to explore your own journey at your own pace. Until next time! Listen to this Podcast on: Spotify: http://bit.ly/LIONpodcast Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/LION-podcast​ Amazon Music: http://bit.ly/LIONapodcast Watch the Video Version on YouTube: http://bit.ly/LION-YT Subscribe to the Love Is Our Nature Blog: LoveIsOurNature.com Follow Us On Instagram: @loveisournature_

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 148: In this episode, we dive into the themes of Robert's latest book, Cobweb of Trips, which examines British psychedelia, from its early scientific and literary influences to its impact on society and culture. We explore how psychedelics influence individual and collective experiences, the evolution of the counterculture, and the unique role of LSD in expanding consciousness. Robert shares fascinating stories, including the connection between psychedelics and the concept of the sublime, and the groundbreaking work of pioneers like Aldous Huxley. We also discuss the underground and mainstream psychedelic movements in Britain, the parallels with U.S. developments, and the growing public acceptance of these substances. Tune in for an insightful journey into the history and future of psychedelics! Find Robert's book 'Cobweb of Trips' here: https://psychedelicpress.co.uk/products/cobweb-trips-dickins About Robert: Dr. Robert Dickins is a historian and author whose work focuses on the medical and religious history of drugs in Britain. Connect with Robert: https://psychedelicpress.co.uk https://cofgodas.substack.com/ http://www.breakingconvention.co.uk/ https://x.com/cofgodas?s=21&t=yQZ5Nn9I3PFK-NVgLsjHjA https://www.facebook.com/share/14eNAhQBBj/?mibextid=wwXIfr Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan Guner is a holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology, focusing on trauma-informed, community-centric processes that offer a broader understanding of human potential and well-being. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #RobertDickins

Hello there!!  Welcome to Alberts bookshelf.  We hope you enjoy listening to The Magic Porridge Pot one of Alberts favourite books.Thanks for Listening.

Glazer and Roy are joined by Dubos (@SantiDubos) and Jimmy Dickins  discuss the top ten sleeper decks in Marvel Snap at the moment. The Glazer, Dubos, and Jimmy all submitted decks and together the crew worked out a ranked list of the top decks to experiment with on ladder and in Conquest mode if you're … Continue reading All-New Snap Judgments, Episode 63: Top 10 Sleeper Decks in Marvel Snap (August 2024) [ft. Dubos & Jimmy Dickins] →

What's cooler than being cool? Being an awesome English wine grower making something unique, exciting, and boundary pushing. Or as Andre 3000 summed it up…'ice cold'. Charlie quoted Gareth Maxwell when he told me “B*ll*cks, what can go wrong?”. Charlie takes us on a wonderful journey through the incredible history of this piece of land – a history that involves Henry VIII, the Canadian Royal Air Force, Peter Dominic…and even AC/DC (just about). Anyone else got that in their English wine armoury? We think not.   Coolhurst produce the Triple Vs: all their wines are single variety, single vineyard, and single vintage. A bold move in a marginal climate where there is nowhere to hide. But hiding isn't necessary, the Coolhurst wines comes highly rated (especially by Lee who knows them reasonably well)   So settle in for a fabulous episode in which Charlie reveals all about Coolhurst and we all cover some thoughts on vintage variation and wine comms.   @nicolabateswinegb @winegb @coolhurstvineyards #Englishwineweek #Englishwine #DrinkEnglish #EWW #ESW #EnglishSparklingWine @fergelias @wineman147

This week on the podcast, Rachel and Lynne are chatting with Natasha Dickins, a former magazine editor who has carved out a great career creating content for DIY clients. Natasha talks about her love of good tools and DIY projects and how she has turned this into a career. She talks about: Her career writing in magazines Her love of being 'on the tools' Setting up her workshop on the mid-north coast of NSW How she uses her skills to create content for brands How she prices her content and includes package rates Connect with Natasha via Instagram: @littleredindustries or via her website: https://littleredindustries.com/  Are you coming to The Content Byte Summit, from September 12-14, 2024? Time is running out to secure the Early Bird discount. Sign up for updates for the Summit (or snap up tickets) at our website: https://thecontentbytesummit.com.au      Find Rachel www.rachelsmith.com.au      Find Lynne www.lynnetestoni.com      Rachel's List www.rachelslist.com.au   Thanks (as always) to our sponsors Rounded (www.rounded.com.au), an easy invoicing and accounting solution that helps freelancers run their businesses with confidence. Looking to take advantage of the discount for Rachel's List Gold Members? Email us at: hello@rachelslist.com.au  for the details. Episode edited by Marker Creative Co www.markercreative.co 

In this festive episode of "Inspiration Nation," hosts Lee Kemp and Jose Noya embark on a heartfelt journey exploring the essence of Christmas spirit and kindness. The episode's central quote, "I will honour Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all the year," from "A Muppet Christmas Carol," aptly captures the theme. Lee and Jose delve into the transformative power of the Christmas spirit, questioning why such warmth and kindness are often confined to the holiday season. They discuss how maintaining this spirit throughout the year could positively impact everyday life.Lee shares his resolution to embody the Christmas spirit year-round, acknowledging that it's more than just a festive mood but a deeper level of kindness, forgiveness, and relaxation. Jose, reflecting on the concept of 'Memento Mori' and the transient nature of life, emphasizes the importance of kindness and connection. The episode is rich with personal anecdotes, references to favourite Christmas movies, and a lively discussion on forming and maintaining positive habits.Listeners are reminded to engage with the podcast by liking, subscribing, and reviewing, and to join the conversation on Twitter at @ListenToIN. The call to action encourages participation in this community of shared growth and inspiration, inviting listeners to reflect on their own ways to carry the Christmas spirit throughout the year. #inspirationnationpodcast #inspirationnationpodcast #inspirationnationpodcast #inspiration #inspirationalquotes #inspirationalvideo #success #successmotivation #motivationalvideo #inspirationalthoughts #positivequotes #podcasts #inspireothers #successmindset #motivationalquotesoftheday #motivations #Inspirational #motivationalquotes #motivational #inspire #podcast #livestream #livestreaming

Halle and Gray put Christ back into a Christmas story that didn't have Christ in the first place. -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram Music by Julie B. Nichols Edited by Makenzie Mizell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Architectus has launched a new landscape architecture offering, introducing a number of leading Landscape Architects to our growing Urban Futures team. The change allows the practice to make an even greater impact through layered, integrated design solutions for cities and communities. The expanded offering will be led by Esther Dickins, a highly respected Landscape Architect and Urban Designer with more than 25 years in the industry. Esther comes to Architectus from design practice Scott Carver, where she was a Director with a career portfolio of major multi-disciplinary projects throughout Australia, Asia, and the Middle East.She explains the latest in biophilia, water-saving design and trends in hospitality design.This podcast is brought to you in association with Stormtech  proud sponsors of our 2023 Hospitality & Retail series of podcasts.

This week our duo is back at it with another Disney movie! And this one has Street Savoir Faire!!!! This week we rewatch Oliver & Company! What will we think of this Dickins tale about dogs? Will we rock out with Billy Joel or will we get swallowed by the NYC streets? Tune in to find out as we SHOOT THE FLICK!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shoottheflick/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shoottheflick/support

Brew Crime now moves to Crimes of Mississippi. Part Two covers Ruth Thompson Dickins a socialite and murderer. Sources:Charles. (1949, June 5). Mrs. Ruth Dickens Expected To Go On Trial June 28 In Circuit Court On Charge Of Slaying Her Mother. The Delta Democrat-Times, p. 1.Dickins v. State (Leagle December 12, 1949).L, J. E. (1949, February 5). Mississippi Woman Who Accused Negro of Mother's Murder Is Indicted by Grand Jury. The Black Dispatch, p. 12.McNearney, A. (2022, August 14). White socialite hacked her mother to death-and tried to blame a black man. The Daily Beast. Retrieved May 5, 2023, from https://www.thedailybeast.com/ruth-thompson-dickins-hacked-her-mother-to-death-and-tried-to-blame-a-black-manReynolds, ruth. (1950, January 1). Did justice triumph? . Daily News Sun, pp. 36–37.Wikimedia Foundation. (2022, September 3). Ruth Thompson Dickins. Wikipedia. Retrieved May 5, 2023, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruth_Thompson_DickinsPromo - Octoberpod Brew CrimeWebsite, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Facebook Group, Youtube, patreon

Sarah Dickins and Mark Hutchings are well known faces and voices in households in Wales and across the union after their decades of reporting on economics and Welsh affairs for the BBC. Both have recently put their BBC staff cards away for one last time and are pursuing both old and new interests in the fields of journalism, economics, and sustainability. We speak to Sarah and Mark about the changing face of Wales and the Welsh economy during their careers and the ways the business of news is evolving both inside and outside of the BBC You can find our guests on Twitter: Sarah: https://twitter.com/Sarah_Dickins Mark: https://twitter.com/markhutchings1 And follow us on Twitter for all the latest from the team: https://twitter.com/HiraethPod And if you're enjoying the pod, please leave us a rating or review in your podcast app of choice and, if you are able to do so, please consider supporting us from just £3/month: http://www.patreon.com/hiraethpod

We’re talking about a call for prayer for more Foster Carers.Help Vision to keep 'Connecting Faith to Life': https://vision.org.au/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to show 237 kicking off with a sLick upfront Guest mix from a previous show from the man with the remedy Dr Dickins Followed by my self with another fresh installment featuring naughty cuts from closer to truth T.Markakis Etheo ushero Ross Couch Jazzuelle Atjazz swing Duke Lockafella sub London recs Prince ivyson Fizzikx and many more

In episode no. 148 of the Rock's Backpages podcast, we welcome music-industry legend Rob Dickins and ask him to tell us about his "pop life" in the 27 years he worked with Prince, Madonna and other Warner Brothers superstars. Rob takes us back to his music-infused youth when his dad Percy worked for Melody Maker and New Musical Express and his brother Barry managed the High Numbers/Who. We hear about his days booking bands as a Social Sec at Loughborough University, and then about his start at Warner Publishing in 1971. Tremendous yarns about Madonna, Cher, Rod Stewart and others follow in rapid succession, along with the mind-boggling account of how Rob became global head of Warner Music… for 24 hours. A new biography of Leon Russell gives us the perfect excuse to hear clips from Andy Gill's 1998 audio interview with "the master of space and time" — the first about 1970's Mad Dogs and Englishmen tour, the second about the writing of Russell's beloved 'Song For You'.  After we've said goodbye to former Miles sideman and Weather Reporter Wayne Shorter and to Jackson Browne's virtuoso sideman David Lindley, Mark talks us out with quotes from his favourite new library additions from the past fortnight. Many thanks to special guest Rob Dickins. Pieces discussed: Leon Russell audio interview, Wayne Shorter: The Sunny Weatherman, Wayne Shorter: After the Storm, Michelle Mercer on Wayne Shorter, Behind the Curtain: David Lindley, Lynyrd Skynyrd: The 100 Proof Blues, Kraftwerk's Ralf Hütter and Maureen Cleave in conversation with Jack Good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we welcome music-industry legend Rob Dickins and ask him to tell us about his "pop life" in the 27 years he worked with Prince, Madonna and other Warner Brothers superstars. Rob takes us back to his music-infused youth when his dad Percy worked for Melody Maker and New Musical Express and his brother Barry managed the High Numbers/Who. We hear about his days booking bands as a Social Sec at Loughborough University, and then about his start at Warner Publishing in 1971. Tremendous yarns about Madonna, Cher, Rod Stewart and others follow in rapid succession, along with the mind-boggling account of how Rob became global head of Warner Music… for 24 hours. A new biography of Leon Russell gives us the perfect excuse to hear clips from Andy Gill's 1998 audio interview with "the master of space and time" — the first about 1970's Mad Dogs and Englishmen tour, the second about the writing of Russell's beloved 'Song For You'.  After we've said goodbye to former Miles sideman and Weather Reporter Wayne Shorter and to Jackson Browne's virtuoso sideman David Lindley, Mark talks us out with quotes from his favourite new library additions from the past fortnight. Pieces discussed: Leon Russell audio interview, Wayne Shorter: The Sunny Weatherman, Wayne Shorter: After the Storm, Michelle Mercer on Wayne Shorter, Behind the Curtain: David Lindley, Lynyrd Skynyrd: The 100 Proof Blues, Kraftwerk's Ralf Hütter and Maureen Cleave in conversation with Jack Good.

In episode 22 Cameron and James invite Anne Usher formally Dickins to take a seat with them. Prior to her impairment Anne was an avid cyclist which all ended one day when she bent over to put on her shoe. After suffering from the medical emergency of cauda equina syndrome, Anne was left with limitations in her lower limbs. These impairments resulted in Anne struggling with her passion of cycling. This did not deter her away from the sport as she turned her focus to being team GBs physiotherapist at the London 2012 olympic games. At these games she had a chance meeting with the GB Paracanoeing coach who encouraged her to try a new sport. Fast forward 4 years to Rio where Anne was successful in winning the Gold medal in the KL3 Paracanoeing and becoming Great Britain's 100th Medal of the games. Since winning her Gold Medal Anne has become a Public and motivational speaker as well as a member of the superhero tri series. This amazing Concept established by fellow Paralympian Sophia Warner has changed many lives in the United Kingdom. During the Episode Anne explains how these events have built a community which now thrives in success.This podcast is proudly sponsored by Suncoast Spinners a Wheelchair based sporting club.Join the take a seat project via our website www.thetakeaseatproject.com and socials where you can download this podcast every fortnight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas - but how do you put a new spin on an old classic? In this Bonus Episode of Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline chat with playwright (and EPL staff member!) David van Belle about his experience adapting Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol for Edmonton's Citadel Theatre.  Don't forget to check out our list of all titles that we talk about on this episode that you can borrow from EPL.  A Christmas Carol runs from November 26-December 23, 2022 at the Citadel Theatre. Grab your tickets here! Remember to review us on Apple Podcasts and share your favourite picks with us at podcast@epl.ca, or on Twitter using #eplOverdueFinds.

Nobody knows more about being on the receiving end of people's fears and assumptions than LGBTQ people. But we are all pre programmed with these from the environment we grew up in. The less aware you are of your internal (mental) state, the more you become a prisoner of it, Why are some Queer people still internally homophobic and how does this impact their later lives? How does all this trauma impact us and prevent us from being our authentic selves free from anxiety ? LGBTQ+ mental health is the focus in this episode as Graeme Smith talks to the US based psychotherapist and author Chris Warren Dickins from his practice in New Jersey about his new book "Beyond your confines". The book aimed at people who are interested in seeking therapy but often are not able to. In this chat we learn some of the core messages and thinking behind "Beyond your confines" and learn methods to apply the these to our own lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/outcastuk/message

In which the piercing searchlight of conversational scrutiny points in the direction of … … Christine McVie's early adventures, our burning love for Chicken Shack's ‘40 Blue Fingers', her Sliding Doors moment in a Dickins & Jones window display, supporting the Shadows at the 2I's coffee bar in ‘59, writing Songbird, the forgotten years of Kiln House and two film clips that point up Fleetwood Mac's luckless mid-‘70s slog with the bank-breaking success to come. … records you never connected with that suddenly make sense 50 years later. … the deep-seated, underrated pleasure of ‘Electric Arguments' by the Fireman (aka Youth and McCartney). … what your InstaFest line-up reveals about your listening habits. … and a rare mention of ‘Deed I Do' by Blossom Dearie!Subscribe to Word In Your Ear on Patreon and receive every future Word Podcast before the rest of the world alongside a whole host of extra and exclusive content, benefits and rewards!: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which the piercing searchlight of conversational scrutiny points in the direction of … … Christine McVie's early adventures, our burning love for Chicken Shack's ‘40 Blue Fingers', her Sliding Doors moment in a Dickins & Jones window display, supporting the Shadows at the 2I's coffee bar in ‘59, writing Songbird, the forgotten years of Kiln House and two film clips that point up Fleetwood Mac's luckless mid-‘70s slog with the bank-breaking success to come. … records you never connected with that suddenly make sense 50 years later. … the deep-seated, underrated pleasure of ‘Electric Arguments' by the Fireman (aka Youth and McCartney). … what your InstaFest line-up reveals about your listening habits. … and a rare mention of ‘Deed I Do' by Blossom Dearie!Subscribe to Word In Your Ear on Patreon and receive every future Word Podcast before the rest of the world alongside a whole host of extra and exclusive content, benefits and rewards!: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In which the piercing searchlight of conversational scrutiny points in the direction of … … Christine McVie's early adventures, our burning love for Chicken Shack's ‘40 Blue Fingers', her Sliding Doors moment in a Dickins & Jones window display, supporting the Shadows at the 2I's coffee bar in ‘59, writing Songbird, the forgotten years of Kiln House and two film clips that point up Fleetwood Mac's luckless mid-‘70s slog with the bank-breaking success to come. … records you never connected with that suddenly make sense 50 years later. … the deep-seated, underrated pleasure of ‘Electric Arguments' by the Fireman (aka Youth and McCartney). … what your InstaFest line-up reveals about your listening habits. … and a rare mention of ‘Deed I Do' by Blossom Dearie!Subscribe to Word In Your Ear on Patreon and receive every future Word Podcast before the rest of the world alongside a whole host of extra and exclusive content, benefits and rewards!: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daquan Dickins is a United States Army Sergeant who works in Washington D.C. He has been deployed to Afghanistan, Kuwait, and originally hails from North Carolina.    Many people and many societies around the world are very taboo about the Mental Health of men. There is a sad truth that many people around the world do not care nor want to know about the struggles men face today, and despite the fact that there has been an improvement in how we can assist men, individuals who ask for help are often ignored and rejected. In this episode, Sebas and Sergeant Dickins discuss how men around the world can become winners in their own lives and prevent themselves from falling into the mental traps that plague many men today.  

Mark Powell finds out about the world of fostering as he speaks with Mary Dickins, Founder and Coordinator of Fostering Hope. Fostering Hope help find stable, loving homes for any child who needs one, and provide ongoing support. Fostering Hope is a Christian organisation whose work comes from the Bible and the teachings of Jesus to ‘visit' and ‘care for' orphans and widows, to put the lonely in families, to love the fatherless, to care for children, to love the neighbours in the communities God has placed us, and to be salt and light. Find out more at www.fosteringhope.community Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Studio, Hobart. www.productionfarm.studio

Max Dickins is an author, a playwright and a recovering stand-up comedian. He has had his own Sony Award-nominated show on Absolute Radio and appeared numerous times on BBC One's Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Dickins' critically acclaimed live shows have played to sell-out crowds at the Edinburgh Festival and on national tours. IRL he is also the co-director of Hoopla, the UK's first dedicated improv comedy theatre. Check out Max's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Billy-No-Mates-Realised-Friendship-Problem/dp/1838853510

LMRE is globally recognized for leading the way in Real Estate Tech & Innovation talent management From the outset our vision was to become a global provider of the very best strategic talent to the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting. At LMRE we are fully committed at all times to exceed the expectations of our candidates and clients by providing the very best advice and by unlocking exclusive opportunities across our global network in UK, Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. Louisa is the co-founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market leading global PropTech recruitment platform and search consultancy with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Louisa mentors for REACH, which is a global scale up program created by Second Century Ventures, an early-stage technology fund. She also mentors for BRICKS Innovation, the leading Israeli innovation hub focused on Real Estate technologies. To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation. Xan Winterton is the Managing Director for the North American market. His background is in SaaS sales, beginning at a fast growth Sequoia-backed start-up that expanded from London to New York. He now works closely with founders across PropTech & ConTech start-ups as well as industry leaders at Real Estate firms and VC's to consult on how to find the best talent in the market. https://www.lmre.tech/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/xan-winterton-84435182/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-dickins-ab065392/ The CRE SharkEye Show https://www.youtube.com/c/YishaiBreslauer The best 6 secrets of commercial real estate download free The CRE Crash Course - Everything you need in order to get the Must Have Skills for Commercial Real Estate, in only 2 weeks

This Sunday is Stand Sunday, and we are talking about Christians responding to the responsibility of fostering children. Help Vision to keep 'Connecting Faith to Life': https://vision.org.au/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Matt is joined by Louisa Dickins, Co-Founder, and Xan Winterton, Managing Director of North America, from LMRE. As two people who are constantly in front of the latest and greatest developments in proptech, Louisa and Xan share the trends they're seeing and their predictions for the future of proptech. LMRE is a global proptech recruitment and search firm. Tune in to also learn about the types of people that make up a proptech company and considerations for developing a proptech company.

Psychotherapist Chris Warren-Dickens discusses his book, "Beyond the Blue."

We check into the most well known conspiracy in Washington…traitors in Congress and inside the White House were attempting to overthrow the United States Government. Literally a fascist coup. Someone should get busy prosecuting. We discuss the bad news for the Sackler Family ( makers of the Heroin Training Kit, Oxycontin) and Lachan Murdoch at FOXNEWS. Bring popcorn. We look at the lovely corporate screw job that is the “Fruit Loop aristocracy”…Kelloggs. Unions are back. We discuss. Randy has all the Christmas gifts for the year. Pull up a bar stool one last time in 2021.

Hello and welcome to this weeks episode.Myself, Mr Chris Johnson and Mr Mat 'Simo' Sims get all Dickins this weeks as we kick off the first of our Christmas season with the 1935 version of Scrooge!

Hello and welcome to this weeks episode.Myself, Mr Chris Johnson and Mr Mat 'Simo' Sims get all Dickins this weeks as we kick off the first of our Christmas season with the 1935 version of Scrooge!Mail us at badmovieclubpodcast@gmail.com for any feedback about the show or if you want to join us at anytime your all more than welcome.Like and subscribe and share and rate!Apple PodcastsSpreakerSpotify IheartradioGoogle PodcastsCastboxDeezerPodcast AddictPodchaserJioSaavn infinatepotato.com slowdownworld.comtheprettyfragile.comfacebook.com/groups/thebadmovieclubpodcast

One of the biggest problems in our industry is the high level of staff turnover and attrition. This can have negative implications on profits, branding, and continuity of service. How do you overcome this? Neil Dickins, the founder of Intellectual Capital Resources, shares how they have achieved excellent employee engagement and retention for the last 21 years. This correlates with them achieving 86 profitable quarters in a row! Founded in 1999, IC Resources now employs over 70 people with 7 offices across the UK, Germany, Austria, China and the USA. They've made over 12,000 placements and are the pre-eminent ‘deep tech' recruiter in the UK and Europe.  In this episode, Neil shares their approach to hiring, organic growth, culture and KPI management, and how ‘letting go' can be a challenge but beneficial in the long run. Enjoy! Episode Outline and Highlights [1:30] Neil reveals how he ended up in the UK and how he fell in love with recruiting. [5:22] Top key factors to IC Resources' success.  [11:58] Being part of the business community: Neil reveals examples of how you can be part of the industry you find yourself in. [21:05] Building a strong business by having no unwanted staff turnover. [22:56] Creating a high level of staff retention [25:00] IC Resources' approach on dynamic KPIs  [28:49] Give your team autonomy and let go. Neil discusses the challenge and benefit of ‘letting go.' [32:12] Discussion on organic growth and promoting from within. [36:37] How to manage your team members who are working remotely. [43:37] Neil's number one message to his teams: hear about the ten-second rule. [46:14] Don't just do it for the money  Neil shares the ‘worst mistake' they ever made. [52:00] Temp checking on your teams: when to support and when to let go. Critical Success Factors for Sustainable Growth and Profitability I reached out to Neil because IC Resources were listed in the Hot 100 List of the Recruiter Magazine. Out of 30-40,000 recruitment firms in the UK, they are 33rd in terms of billings per employee. This is on top of them having 86 straight profitable quarters! Such an incredible feat has a lot of contributing factors. But I asked Neil to boil it down to the key components. Neil mentioned two: Taking the long term view and commitment to both your clients and employees Being actively involved within the business community that you serve Avoiding Unwanted Staff Turnover As we went through our conversation, it was clear that what significantly contributed to IC Resources' strong business is retaining talent and reducing staff turnover. “For 21 years...we almost had no unwanted staff turnover” is how Neil puts it. What are their practices to have such high staff retention? Neil said, “It is a combination of culture and lack of greed.” He laid out some of their employee practices which I believe you will find interesting: Having targets that are reasonable, fair, and achievable. Having a sense of responsibility and achievement. Day to day enjoyment and satisfaction. All of the abovementioned factors are founded on how they manage their KPIs. Their approach to having dynamic and custom KPIs for each person is genius! Learn more about it while listening. The Ten-Second Rule I've noticed that many successful leaders have certain phrases or key messages they repeat over and over to their team until it becomes part of the DNA of the organization.  I asked Neil what message he finds himself repeating when communicating with his team.  He shared a nugget of wisdom that we could all adopt as a fundamental principle in doing business; let's call it the ‘ten-second rule'. This is how he puts it: “People know within 10 seconds of a phone call if you see them as a person or as a pound sign.” How does that impact the overall end-to-end hiring process? Listen to this episode of The Resilient Recruiter to hear Neil explain this philosophy in detail. Our Sponsors This podcast is proudly sponsored by i-intro®.  i-intro® is an end-to-end retained recruitment platform. Our technology and methodology allows recruiters to differentiate themselves from the competition, win more retained business, bigger fees and increase their billings. Be sure to mention Mark Whitby or The Resilient Recruiter for a 25% discount. Book your free, no-obligation consultation here: www.recruitmentcoach.com/retained  Neil Dickins Bio and Contact Info Fell in love with theatre at McMaster University, graduated 1st Class Hons Psych & Drama while running two University businesses. Came to England to study Shakespeare at LAMDA, became ensnared in the thorns of an English rose and stayed in the UK. Helped Chris Benham start Orion Electrotech prior to co-founding Intellectual Capital Resources. Founded in 1999, IC Resources is now 70 people and the pre-eminent ‘deep tech' recruiter in the UK and Europe. Also covering high-level software and supply chain, we can startups full skills coverage outside of legal and accounts. We manage blue-chip relationships through an account management team. Neil makes early-stage investments (Anorak Investments), performs in theatre, runs a weekly poker club and attempts to keep up with the youth on the basketball court. Neil on LinkedIn Intellectual Capital Resources website link IC Creative website link IC Resources on Facebook IC Resources on Twitter @icresourcesteam Victoria's Promise website link - a non-profit organization supported by Neil Connect with Mark Whitby Get your FREE 30-minute strategy call Mark on LinkedIn Mark on Twitter: @MarkWhitby Mark on Facebook   Subscribe to The Resilient Recruiter

SHOW 196 FROM THE BROTHERHOOD OF HOUSE FT THE HOUSE SURGEON GENERAL DR DICKINS BRINGING THE REMEDY OF PURE UBDERGROUND NAUGHTINESS FOLLOWED BY MY SELF SUPPLYING MY BLEND OF CLASSIC CUTS AND EXCLUSIVE TREATS LIKE KERRI CHANDLER ROKAZ DAVID MORAN DEEPACOLYTES TIJN & DUDLEY STRANGEWAYS CRACAZAT BROOKLYN BABY ETHER USHEO ED THE SPREAD DANIEL WARD MARK HOWLETT SUB LONDON RECS CLOSER TO TRUTH COL LAWTON HIVE RECS AND MANY MORE

Robbo & Becci caught up with Mary Dickins, from Fostering Hope, to talk about this year's Stand Sunday... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're talking about the call for more Christian Foster Care families, and Stand Sunday this weekend. Help Vision to keep 'Connecting Faith to Life': https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're talking about the trends in Australia and around the world that show a need to double the number of Foster Families in Australia. Help Vision to keep 'Connecting Faith to Life': https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dead Darlings has joined the PBH Edinburgh Digital Free Fringe! Dead Darlings sessions are live zoom events, featuring a set from a fantastic poet and a round of quick-fore questions to help you get to know them a little better, This episode features Mary Dickins. Mary's collection, Happiness FM, is available here: https://happinessfm.bigcartel.com/

Funny, enlightening, and highly entertaining from three leaders who've learnt how to fake it ‘til you make it. Pamela Jones is a London city veteran, having worked for Investment Banks and Brokerage houses globally for the last 25 years. She is a coach and mentor to senior women in leadership roles within the financial services sector. Pamela is passionate about the education and representation of the younger generation, with a specific focus on black girls. Georgie Dickins is a sought-after Coach and Mentor in London. Her clients are top performers, successful entrepreneurs, ascending stars, and high-level leaders in fintech, financial and professional services. Maria Aldous is a Partner in Options Group London Office and a key member of the firm's London Management Committee, Global Electronic Trading Practice, and serves as the head of the EMEA Electronic Markets team. Maria previously co-founded MCL Search, a firm specializing in the FIC Electronic Trading Market and Financial Trading Technology.

Richard Davis, Director at Kier, and Richard Dickins, Managing Director at Social Value Business, join us to discuss achieving Social Value Quality Mark Level 2. We chat about Kier’s journey, how you can measure Social Value Quality, and the benefits companies can see if they choose to make it a business priority. Topics include pledges during the bidding process, examples of what Kier does in achieving Social Value Quality Mark Level 2, standard measurements required for the future, how the audit works, and more.

AJ Langley speaks to Robert Dickins (Twitter: @Cofgodas and @PsypressUK) about the nineteenth-century, English medium Juliana Fawcett. We touch on spiritual pregnancy, Emanuel Swedenborg, psychedelics, and middle-class heaven.

Andy Dickins NFL Roundup

Andy Dickins Chairman of Hertfordshire Cheetahs American Football team returns to Verulam Sport. He previews the final week of regular season action in the NFL and looks ahead to the playoffs. Plus there’s information about how you can get involved with the Cheetahs in 2021.

Poppy recreates Charles Dickins classic 'A Christmas Carol' with some weird chatroom people. Also pops her head in a Hypnosis chatroom.Featuring: Jen Brister, Jessica Fostekew, Chris Timoney, Jonathan Hearn and Amber.With music by HAM Plazahttps://music.apple.com/gb/artist/ham-plaza/1454625578Follow Poppy on twitter: https://twitter.com/poppyhillstead if you want See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We welcome Molly Dickens from &Mother as our guest this week. Molly is a PhD stress physiologist, maternal health advocate, co-founder of &Mother, a non-profit organization dedicated to breaking down some of the barriers that keep women from ‘having it all’. Molly co-founded this organization with Alysia Montano, who you might know as one of the leading voices working for equal representation in sport for women and for mothers.  Alysia started the #dreammaternity movement and her oped in the NY Times on her experience as a pregnant athlete dealing with a crumbling sponsorship deal with shoe wear giant, Nike, glaringly exposed the rampant bias and inequality toward women in sport. &Mother envisions a world where women have the choice to pursue both career and motherhood without penalty or barriers. They want to see a workplace where mothers are leaders and sought after as employees, where motherhood is not a secret and women can openly express their needs without retribution. A society that is healthier and more productive because it values mothers and reflects the needs of modern families. We discuss breaking down the stereotype of “mother” and building awareness about the barriers currently faced by mothers in the workforce in all industries. The motherhood penalty is explained in some detail, &Mother is working to create safe spaces for women in sport, including lactation stations at major sporting events.  This is our #GivingTuesday episode and we are delighted to be highlighting this non-profit as one of the many option for the Mum’s the Word followers. Hosts: Sarah Newberry Moore & Pam Relph Jones Podcast length: 66 mins Music: Volver by Paula van Hissenhoven For more information, links and resources plus conversations from the world of women’s sport including articles, blogs, videos and podcasts visit wispsports.com. WiSP Sports is the World’s First and Only Podcast Network for Women’s Sport with more than 60 hosts, 1300+ episodes across 50 shows and over 7 million plays and downloads. WiSP Sports is on all major podcast players. Follow WiSP Sports on social media @WiSPsports. Write to us at info@wispsports.com.

I had the chance to discuss the truth about hiring in real estate with Louisa Dickens, co-founder of LMRE, a leading global proptech recruitment business helping startups scale and corporates find new talent. As a UK PropTech Association board member, Louisa is well-placed to understand what both proptech businesses and candidates expect from each other during the recruitment process and the common hiring mistakes that proptech startups and corporates make. Highlights of this episode include: What employees really want, and what businesses look for in candidates How to build a diverse team How hiring is changing, and the importance of having a hiring strategy Where start-ups and corporates go wrong, and how to avoid common mistakes Resources: Lmre.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-dickins-ab065392/ annaclareharper.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaclareharper/

Anne McElvoy investigates the role of culture within historic Soviet expansionism and current Russian geopolitics. She talks to Charles Clover, author of Black Wind, White Snow: The Rise of Russia's New Nationalism about Eurasianism, an old idea with considerable traction in Putin's Russia and why bad ideas tend to win out over good ones . Historian Polly Jones, author of Myth Memory Trauma: Rethinking the Soviet past, 1953-70 and Clem Cecil, in-coming Director of Pushkin House, are in the studio to discuss the extent of Soviet interest in soft power alongside Mark Nash, curator of Red Africa and Ian Christie, co-curator of Unexpected Eisenstein, two new exhibitions in London. The continuing cultural legacy of Cold War relations between the Soviet Union and Africa is the subject of Red Africa, a season of film, art exhibition, talks and events, runs at Calvert 22 in London while at the same time Unexpected Eisenstein, a new exhibition at GRAD gallery in London, tells the story of the anglophile tendencies of a the great Soviet film-maker, Sergei Eisenstein. Eisenstein, whose epic and patriotic films Battleship Potemkin, Alexander Nevsky and Ivan the Terrible, together constitute a visual retrospective of Russian power, was himself hugely influenced by British writers from Shakespeare to Dickins. But as Anne McElvoy hears, the director went on to influence generations of British artists and film-makers, one legacy of his six-week sojourn in London in 1929. It was, as Christie explains, a trip ordered but not precisely sponsored, by Stalin. Producer: Jacqueline Smith