Podcasts about Eton College

Harvard, Oxford, Eton College – die Vita von Christian Schneider-Sickert klingt nach einem, der mit dem goldenen Investmentlöffel im Mund geboren wurde. Oder? Nicht ganz: Denn eigentlich hat sich unser heutiger Gast zunächst nicht wirklich für Geldanlage interessiert, sondern eher, zum Beispiel, fürs Rudern. Aber wie wird so jemand dann schließlich doch noch zum Gründer und CEO von Liqid – der unabhängigen digitalen Vermögensverwaltung für alle, die zu reich für die Sparkasse und zu arm für Private Banking sind. Und was steckt hinter dem Erfolg von NXT, dem Private-Equity-Fonds von Liqid, der Investitionen schon ab 10.000 Euro mit Sparplan möglich macht? Im Gespräch mit Christoph verrät er uns die Hintergründe und erklärt, warum wir immer noch ein völlig falsches Verständnis von Risiko haben – und dass wir an der Börse oft selbst unser größter Feind sind.

Russell Myers and Jennifer Newton chat about the latest Royal news, with a big focus on Catherine Middleton this week. They discuss the Princess of Wales' medical records breach, her visit to Royal Ascot with Prince William, and a new essay she has penned about the need to put early childhood on the global agenda. Our Pod Save the King hosts also discuss Prince George, who will attend Eton College in Berkshire from September, and whether Harry and Meghan will visit the King during their trip to the UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prince George is heading to Eton College, ending years of speculation about where the future king would continue his education.In this special episode, we take a deep dive into the decision made by Prince William and Princess Catherine, why Eton ultimately beat other options, and what the choice reveals about the future direction of the House of Windsor.We explore what life is actually like inside Eton College, including academics, boarding life, sports, military training, music, societies, traditions, and the school's role in educating generations of British leaders.How will George's life change this September? What did William's own experience at Eton teach him? Why did the Wales family decide to keep George close to Windsor? And what might this decision mean for Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis in the years ahead?This is your complete guide to Prince George's next chapter and the school preparing a future king.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv How Iran is trying to sell a deal with the US as victory Naomi Campbell blames lawyer for fraud and deception at charity ban appeal Murdered Preston Daveys dad tells of anguish at vigil for son Three reasons ships are not sailing through the Strait of Hormuz yet German broadcaster removes TV intro after Elon Musk takes legal action Newspaper headlines Scary clash in Channel and Oh frigate MoD investigating reports Russian warship fired warning shots near yacht in Channel Prince George to attend Eton College from September Woman left traumatised by swinging says website facilitated abuse Armed forces face cuts without more funding, warns defence chief

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv German broadcaster removes TV intro after Elon Musk takes legal action Three reasons ships are not sailing through the Strait of Hormuz yet Murdered Preston Daveys dad tells of anguish at vigil for son Armed forces face cuts without more funding, warns defence chief Woman left traumatised by swinging says website facilitated abuse Prince George to attend Eton College from September How Iran is trying to sell a deal with the US as victory MoD investigating reports Russian warship fired warning shots near yacht in Channel Naomi Campbell blames lawyer for fraud and deception at charity ban appeal Newspaper headlines Scary clash in Channel and Oh frigate

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Naomi Campbell blames lawyer for fraud and deception at charity ban appeal Murdered Preston Daveys dad tells of anguish at vigil for son Newspaper headlines Scary clash in Channel and Oh frigate German broadcaster removes TV intro after Elon Musk takes legal action Three reasons ships are not sailing through the Strait of Hormuz yet MoD investigating reports Russian warship fired warning shots near yacht in Channel Prince George to attend Eton College from September Armed forces face cuts without more funding, warns defence chief Woman left traumatised by swinging says website facilitated abuse How Iran is trying to sell a deal with the US as victory

A small jet goes down in Texas leading to a dramatic rescue effort. President Trump wraps up the G7 Summit, defending his peace agreement with Iran. A closer look at how the World Cup is bringing together global culture and great vibes to American cities. And, Kensington Palace announces that Prince George is following his father's footsteps and attending Eton College.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Russian opposition artist Robert Kuzovkov shot dead in exile in Poland Five big questions about the UKs under 16s social media ban Putin trying to intimidate with activities in UK, former MI6 chief says Woman left traumatised by swinging says website facilitated abuse Man bailed over woman allegedly pushed into path of bus in Putney Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal Woman in court over fatal Wimbledon school crash Prince George to attend Eton College from September Hero Abergele girl rescues friend from drowning at beach Daylight robbery but worth it what fans are spending on World Cup

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Woman in court over fatal Wimbledon school crash Daylight robbery but worth it what fans are spending on World Cup Putin trying to intimidate with activities in UK, former MI6 chief says Man bailed over woman allegedly pushed into path of bus in Putney Five big questions about the UKs under 16s social media ban Russian opposition artist Robert Kuzovkov shot dead in exile in Poland Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal Hero Abergele girl rescues friend from drowning at beach Prince George to attend Eton College from September Woman left traumatised by swinging says website facilitated abuse

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Daylight robbery but worth it what fans are spending on World Cup Five big questions about the UKs under 16s social media ban Hero Abergele girl rescues friend from drowning at beach Prince George to attend Eton College from September Woman left traumatised by swinging says website facilitated abuse Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal Woman in court over fatal Wimbledon school crash Russian opposition artist Robert Kuzovkov shot dead in exile in Poland Man bailed over woman allegedly pushed into path of bus in Putney Putin trying to intimidate with activities in UK, former MI6 chief says

Renowned Nepali writer Ram Babu Subedi turns 80 today, according to the Nepali calendar. Born in Kaski in 1947, May 27, Subedi is best known for children's songs he penned, such as ‘Aitabar Bihanai', ‘Mero Gaun Jyamire' and many more. With more than three decades of teaching experience at institutions including Budhanilkantha School in Kathmandu and Eton College in the UK, he has also been honoured with numerous literary awards. In this podcast trailer, Nepal correspondent Girish Subedi speaks with Ram Babu Subedi about the story and inspiration behind the iconic children's song ‘Mero Gaun Jyamire'. - सन् १९४७ मे २७ मा कास्कीमा जन्मिएका कवि रामबाबु सुवेदीको आज नेपाली पात्रो अनुसार ८० औँ जन्मोत्सव परेको छ। उनी वि.स. २००४ जेठ १४ मा कास्कीको हंसपुरमा जन्मिएका हुन्। अनेकौँ पुरस्कारबाट सम्मानित र विभिन्न साहित्यिक संस्थाहरूसँग पनि आवद्ध रहेका सुवेदीसँग नेपाल संवाददाता गिरिश सुवेदीले गर्नुभएको कुराकानीको यो अंशमा हामी उनका चर्चित बाल गीतहरू मध्य एक — ‘मेरो गाउँ ज्यामिरे' पछाडिको कथा सुन्ने छौँ।“आइतवार बिहानै” र “मेरो गाउँ ज्यामिरे” जस्ता चर्चित बाल गीतका लेखक रहेका उनीसँग काठमाण्डूको बूढानीलकण्ठ स्कूल र युकेको इटन कलेज जस्ता नाम चलेका शैक्षिक संस्थाहरूमा तीन दशक भन्दा बढी समय नेपाली विषयको अध्यापन गरेको अनुभव छ। हाम्रा थप अडियो प्रस्तुतिहरू पोडकास्टका रूपमा उपलब्ध छन्। यो नि:शुल्क सेवा प्रयोग गर्न तपाईंले आफ्नो नाम दर्ता गर्नु पर्दैन। पोडकास्टमा सामाग्री उपलब्ध हुनासाथ सुन्न यहाँ थिच्नुहोस्।नोट: हामी तपाईँलाई जानकारी गराउन चाहन्छौँ कि यस कुराकानीमा व्यक्त गरिएका विचारहरू वक्ता स्वयम्‌का हुन् र यी विचारहरू प्रति एसबीएसको समर्थन वा विरोध छैन।जानकारी: आफ्ना बच्चाहरूको साहित्यिक प्रतिभा एसबीएस नेपालीमार्फत प्रस्तुत गर्न चाहनुहुन्छ? अस्ट्रेलियामा हुर्कँदै गरेको दोस्रो पुस्ताका नेपाली भाषीहरूका भावना, कल्पना र सिर्जनात्मक अभिव्यक्तिलाई समेट्ने प्रयासका साथ हामी ‘बाल जगत्‌' लिएर आएका छौँ। विभिन्न नेपाली भाषा विद्यालयमा पढ्दै गरेका विद्यार्थीहरूले वाचन गरेका कविताहरूको उक्त प्रस्तुतिमा आफ्ना बच्चाहरूलाई पनि सहभागी गराउन चाहनुहुन्छ भने, हामीलाई nepali.program@sbs.com.au मा सम्पर्क गर्नुहोस्। https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbW4waFsLb8&list=RDSbW4waFsLb8&start_radio=1

Professor Alex Hill is the co-founder and Director of the Centre for High Performance. Author of Centennials: The 12 Habits of Great, Enduring Organisations, he's spent 13 years researching great organisations. In this episode we explore how organisations can use leadership to stay relevant and effective, as well as what leadership lessons we can draw from great organisations including NASA, the New Zealand All-Blacks, Eton College and The Royal Shakespeare Company. 

In this engaging conversation, Guy Pinsent shares his entrepreneurial journey from Cambridge economics student, being a banker in the City, to the Foreign Office and on to real estate and finally, on his own account, as a successful self storage business owner in Central Europe. Guy discusses the founding and growth of Less Mess Storage, which now operates 18 locations across Poland and Czech Republic with backing from Metric Capital Partners since 2015, and with 100,000 sqm of rentable space and 40,000 more in the pipeline. Key Topics Covered: The Self Storage Business Model: Guy explains his freehold property approach, inspired by companies like Big Yellow and the McDonald's model featured in "The Founder" film. Also attractive features of the self storage business: long lifetime value of clients, custom inertia, counter-cyclical demand so the business performs well across the business cycle.Cambridge University Value of a first-class education. The Why question: How Guy never worried about social status, and simply doing what it takes to build a life, do something of value. Entrepreneurial Philosophy: Discussion of motivation and work ethic, referencing Arnold Schwarzenegger's YouTube talks and Gary Vaynerchuk's "I will outwork you" mentality. Economic Principles: Insights on loss aversion from Daniel Kahneman's research and lessons from Cambridge professor Michael Kuczynski. Life as a British Expat: Guy shares his experience living abroad and his documentary project "Should Brits Come Home?" made with Patrick Ney, exploring whether British expats should return to the UK. Documentary Filmmaking: Behind-the-scenes stories from filming at the Notting Hill Carnival, agricultural shows, and conducting street interviews. Political Commentary: Reflections on Britain's direction, post-nationalism, and concerns about current UK leadership. About Guy Pinsent Guy is a British real estate entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Less Mess Storage, a leading self‑storage company operating across Central Europe. Born in London and raised in the English countryside, he studied at Eton College and Cambridge University before starting his career in investment banking at Citibank. He later served at the British Embassy in Poland to strengthen UK–Poland business relations, then moved into commercial real estate with Colliers, and in 2014 founded Less Mess Storage, which he has since built into a benchmark player in the Central European self storage sector. Guy's Linkedin Links Arnold Schwarzenegger - Guy referenced a 4-minute motivational talk on YouTube about entrepreneurship principles YouTube: Arnold Schwarzenegger 6 Rules of Success Gary Vaynerchuk - Richard mentioned him as an American entrepreneur from Belarus known for saying "I will outwork you" as part of his pathway to success example here Daniel Kahneman - Guy referenced his work on loss aversion (people feel $100 loss twice as painfully as the good feeling of a $100 gain) Wikipedia: Loss Aversion Michael Kuczynski - Economics professor at Pembroke College, Cambridge who taught both Richard and Guy; passed away in 2025 at age 84 Pembroke College: Michael Kuczynski (1941–2025) Pedro Pablo Kuczynski - Michael's brother, became President of Peru Wikipedia: Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Less Mess Storage - Guy's self-storage company operating in Poland and Czech Republic with 18 locations lessmess.storage Pembroke College, Cambridge - Where both Richard and Guy studied economics pem.cam.ac.uk Big Yellow - UK self-storage company mentioned as reference for freehold approach bigyellow.co.uk "The Founder" - Film about Ray Kroc and McDonald's history, illustrating property-based business model Wikipedia: The Founder (film) Richard's TED-ED lesson based on The Founder link "Should Brits Come Home?" - Documentary Guy made with Patrick Ney about whether British expats should return to the UK especially from a Polish perspective. Here Patrick Ney was a guest on this NBN channel here, And gave one of the most popular TEDxKazimierz talks of all time with over 375,000 downloads here Center for Policy Studies - UK centre-right think tank Guy mentioned link Extra Space - Major US self-storage operator link Metric Capital Partners - Private equity investor in Less Mess since 2015 link1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this engaging conversation, Guy Pinsent shares his entrepreneurial journey from Cambridge economics student, being a banker in the City, to the Foreign Office and on to real estate and finally, on his own account, as a successful self storage business owner in Central Europe. Guy discusses the founding and growth of Less Mess Storage, which now operates 18 locations across Poland and Czech Republic with backing from Metric Capital Partners since 2015, and with 100,000 sqm of rentable space and 40,000 more in the pipeline. Key Topics Covered: The Self Storage Business Model: Guy explains his freehold property approach, inspired by companies like Big Yellow and the McDonald's model featured in "The Founder" film. Also attractive features of the self storage business: long lifetime value of clients, custom inertia, counter-cyclical demand so the business performs well across the business cycle.Cambridge University Value of a first-class education. The Why question: How Guy never worried about social status, and simply doing what it takes to build a life, do something of value. Entrepreneurial Philosophy: Discussion of motivation and work ethic, referencing Arnold Schwarzenegger's YouTube talks and Gary Vaynerchuk's "I will outwork you" mentality. Economic Principles: Insights on loss aversion from Daniel Kahneman's research and lessons from Cambridge professor Michael Kuczynski. Life as a British Expat: Guy shares his experience living abroad and his documentary project "Should Brits Come Home?" made with Patrick Ney, exploring whether British expats should return to the UK. Documentary Filmmaking: Behind-the-scenes stories from filming at the Notting Hill Carnival, agricultural shows, and conducting street interviews. Political Commentary: Reflections on Britain's direction, post-nationalism, and concerns about current UK leadership. About Guy Pinsent Guy is a British real estate entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Less Mess Storage, a leading self‑storage company operating across Central Europe. Born in London and raised in the English countryside, he studied at Eton College and Cambridge University before starting his career in investment banking at Citibank. He later served at the British Embassy in Poland to strengthen UK–Poland business relations, then moved into commercial real estate with Colliers, and in 2014 founded Less Mess Storage, which he has since built into a benchmark player in the Central European self storage sector. Guy's Linkedin Links Arnold Schwarzenegger - Guy referenced a 4-minute motivational talk on YouTube about entrepreneurship principles YouTube: Arnold Schwarzenegger 6 Rules of Success Gary Vaynerchuk - Richard mentioned him as an American entrepreneur from Belarus known for saying "I will outwork you" as part of his pathway to success example here Daniel Kahneman - Guy referenced his work on loss aversion (people feel $100 loss twice as painfully as the good feeling of a $100 gain) Wikipedia: Loss Aversion Michael Kuczynski - Economics professor at Pembroke College, Cambridge who taught both Richard and Guy; passed away in 2025 at age 84 Pembroke College: Michael Kuczynski (1941–2025) Pedro Pablo Kuczynski - Michael's brother, became President of Peru Wikipedia: Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Less Mess Storage - Guy's self-storage company operating in Poland and Czech Republic with 18 locations lessmess.storage Pembroke College, Cambridge - Where both Richard and Guy studied economics pem.cam.ac.uk Big Yellow - UK self-storage company mentioned as reference for freehold approach bigyellow.co.uk "The Founder" - Film about Ray Kroc and McDonald's history, illustrating property-based business model Wikipedia: The Founder (film) Richard's TED-ED lesson based on The Founder link "Should Brits Come Home?" - Documentary Guy made with Patrick Ney about whether British expats should return to the UK especially from a Polish perspective. Here Patrick Ney was a guest on this NBN channel here, And gave one of the most popular TEDxKazimierz talks of all time with over 375,000 downloads here Center for Policy Studies - UK centre-right think tank Guy mentioned link Extra Space - Major US self-storage operator link Metric Capital Partners - Private equity investor in Less Mess since 2015 link1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Varmt välkomna till Martinson Möter – en podcast producerad av fadderbarnsorganisationen Compassion.Dagens underbara gäst hade sitt liv prydligt uppställt i raka led. Utbildad vid Eton College. Skolad i juridik vid University of Cambridge. Blivande advokat. Och övertygad ateist – trygg i att kristendomen antingen var förlegad, missförstådd… eller bäst att hålla på säkert avstånd från.Sedan begick han ett ödesdigert misstag.Han plockade upp ett Nya testamente. Inte för att tro. Inte för att bli omvänd. Utan bara för att “kontrollera sanningshalten” och tillrättavisa några kompisar.Och allt gick, som man säger, fullständigt fel.Idag är han en av sin generations mest inflytelserika kristna ledare. En före detta advokat som aldrig riktigt nådde rättssalen - utan istället hamnade i kyrkan. Han blev kyrkoherde i Holy Trinity Brompton i London, där omkring 4 000 personer samlas varje söndag, och varifrån nya församlingar har planterats över hela landet. Någon tog uppenbarligen “fel” avfart - och fortsatte köra i exakt rätt riktning.Han är också arkitekten bakom Alpha Course - en tio veckor lång introduktion till kristen tro som över 38 miljoner människor världen över har gått, inklusive hundratusentals fångar. Ett stillsamt bevis på att ärliga frågor över en middag kan vara mer omvälvande än de flesta predikningar.Tillsammans med sin fru Pippa står han bakom "The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel" - en app som laddats ner av miljoner. Och trots allt detta bor han fortfarande i prästgård, cyklar runt i London, badar dagligen i Serpentine-sjön i Hyde Park och kallas kärleksfullt av sina kollegor för “Humble Gumbel” - vilket möjligen är ett av få smeknamn i kristenheten som faktiskt har överlevt.Alpha börjar inte med färdiga svar. Det börjar med mat, nyfikenhet och tillåtelsen att tvivla.I det här avsnittet av Martinson Möter får vi höra om Nickys dramatiska återupptäckt av sitt judiska arv - och om den stora familjehemlighet som följt honom sedan barndomen, efter att hans pappa lämnat Tyskland. Vi talar om nyfikenhet som trumfar visshet, om tro utan påtryckningar, och om varför livets största frågor fortfarande spelar roll - särskilt för dem som känner sig längst bort från kyrkan.Det är ett samtal om tvivel, tro och upptäckt. Om lyssnandets kraft. Och om en Gud som verkar betydligt mer intresserad av inbjudningar än av argument.Och Nickys tydliga svar på varför alla borde bli faddrar? Det är lika enkelt som det är utmanande.Så varmt välkomna till Martinson Möter - och ett extra varmt, något försenat men djupt tacksamt välkomnande till dig, Nicky Gumbel.Tack för att du är här. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A mediaeval abbot leaves behind a cipher—not in his will, but scratched into the glass of his own church. The treasure it guards has lain undisturbed for centuries. Mr. Somerton, a scholar with a taste for puzzles, believes he can solve what others have missed. The Latin is difficult, the clues are scattered, but gold is gold, and curiosity has its own momentum. What waits beneath the stone was put there deliberately. It has been patient. Some things, once disturbed, do not easily return to silence. "The Treasure of Abbot Thomas" was first published in 1904 in M.R. James's second collection, More Ghost Stories of an Antiquary. The story has been widely anthologized and was adapted for television by the BBC in 1974. Montague Rhodes James was a distinguished mediaeval scholar and Provost of King's College, Cambridge, later of Eton College. He is regarded as one of the finest writers of supernatural fiction in the English language, and his ghost stories continue to define the antiquarian tradition of literary horror.

This podcast episode explores the sport of Eton Fives at Berkhamsted, featuring insights from pupils and staff. We have Oliver from Y6, Tom from Y13 and Mr Davey, Head of Rackets. We discuss the history, rules and unique aspects of the game, emphasising its benefits for students' physical and social development. The conversation highlights the importance of sportsmanship, strategy, and the personal growth that comes from playing Eton Fives.Takeaways: Eton Fives is a formalised handball game played on a three-wall court.The game originated at Eton College and has historical significance.Eton Fives emphasises ambidexterity and strategic thinking.Students benefit from the physical and social aspects of playing Eton Fives.The game teaches sportsmanship and integrity through self-refereeing.Eton Fives is played in doubles, requiring teamwork and communication.The sport is accessible to students from year three onwards.Playing Eton Fives helps develop balance, agility, and quick reflexes.The game encourages critical thinking and decision-making skills.Eton Fives fosters a sense of community and lifelong engagement in sports.

Send us a textWhat if the most political act in history was God taking on human flesh? In this episode, Bishop Wright has a conversation with former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby to explore what it means to follow Jesus in a complex, pluralistic, and politically charged world. Drawing on the Incarnation, John 14, and decades of global ministry, Welby reflects on human dignity, solidarity with all people, and why an apolitical Jesus is no savior at all. From interfaith neighborliness to immigration, public witness, and the courage required of the church today, this episode invites listeners to imagine a faith rooted in Christ, lived boldly in context, and marked by hope, humility, and love. The claim is simple and bracing: following Jesus means honoring the dignity of every person and showing up where life is fragile, complicated, and real. Listen in for the full conversation. Justin Welby was Archbishop of Canterbury and leader of the Anglican Communion from 2013 to 2024. Born in London in 1956, he was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge, where he studied history and law. For 11 years—five in Paris and six in London—he worked in the oil industry; his booklet, Can Companies Sin?, drew on this corporate experience and evolved from his dissertation at theological college. He was Bishop of Durham, Dean of Liverpool Cathedral, and Canon of Coventry Cathedral, whose international reconciliation work he led for five years. As Archbishop of Canterbury, he set three priorities for his ministry: a renewal of prayer and religious communities across the Church; supporting churches and Christians to be agents of reconciliation and peace-making in places of conflict; and encouraging and inspiring Christians to share their faith. Support the show Follow us on IG and FB at Bishop Rob Wright.

THE REPUBLIC AND THE RULE OF CROMWELL Colleague Jonathan Healey. Following the regicide, John Lambert drafts the "Instrument of Government," creating a constitution with checks and balances. Oliver Cromwellbecomes Lord Protector, achieving stability and military success despite the shock of the King's execution. However, his rule relies on the army, alienating democratic radicals and Royalists. Parliament offers Cromwell the crown to legitimize his power, but he refuses, believing God had cast down the monarchy. Cromwell manages to hold the factions together through force of personality, but his death in 1658 leaves a dangerous power vacuum. NUMBER 61690 ETON COLLEGE

As 2025 draws to a close, we're replaying some of the show's standout conversations from this year. This episode with James Kerr remains one of the most thought-provoking discussions. Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting the insights, there's plenty here to fuel your leadership thinking as we head into the new year.James Kerr is a writer, coach, and consultant who specialises in leadership, culture and mindset in high-performing teams. His global bestseller, 'Legacy' has been described by The Daily Telegraph as “the modern version of Vince Lombardi's guides to coaching”, saying that "for those searching for genuine keys to team culture, it is manna from heaven".James has worked with Tier One Special Forces, the English Premier League, international cricket, Formula One, America's Cup, Major League Baseball, and Olympic pathways. He has guest lectured at Westpoint Military Academy, Sandhurst and Eton College and written for the BBC, Independent, Times and Guardian. His corporate clients have included Google, Spotify, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Co, Adidas, and Arc'teryx.In this frank discussion, Dominic explores the synergy between individual leadership and collective vision, and the critical role of cultural evolution in maintaining relevance and potency. James shares how the iconic “Sweeping the Shed” mantra, revolutionised team culture at the All Blacks, and how these principles can be applied beyond the rugby field into business and everyday life.DiscoverThe Role of Values in Sustainable Success: By embracing values such as humility, responsibility, and respect, the All Blacks created a foundation for long-term success, demonstrating that values-driven cultures outperform talent-driven ones.The Power of Rituals and Symbols: The enduring significance of the Haka demonstrates how rituals and symbols can reinforce identity, unity, and purpose within a team.Leadership Across Domains: The principles of leadership and cultural excellence are universal and can be applied across diverse fields, demonstrated by James' work in sports, military, and business.Neuroscience and Leadership: The interplay between neuroscience and performance underpins how understanding the brain's responses to fear and confidence can inspire leaders to strike a balance between challenges and support, fostering growth and accountability.Connect with James - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kerr-09a70bbConnect with Dominic - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominicmonkhouseBook recommendations:Viktor Frankl - Man's Search For Meaning - https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/347571/mans-search-for-meaning-by-viktor-e-frankl/9781846046384Daniel Kahneman - Thinking, Fast and Slow - https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/56314/thinking-fast-and-slow-by-kahneman-daniel/9780141033570Daniel Coyle - The Culture Code - https://danielcoyle.com/the-culture-code/Jim Collins - Good To Great - https://www.jimcollins.com/article_topics/articles/good-to-great.html#articletopJames' book Legacy is out now - https://danielcoyle.com/the-culture-code/Dominic's book Mind Your F**king Business is out now - https://www.monkhouseandcompany.com/mind-your-fking-business/--------Sign up to receive our weekly Curious Leadership newsletter: https://subscribe.monkhouseandcompany.comFollow Dominic on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominicmonkhouse

This week delivered royal chaos on an epic scale! Seven major charities dumped Sarah Ferguson faster than a hot potato after explosive emails revealed she called Jeffrey Epstein a "supreme friend" just weeks after publicly vowing to cut ties forever. But that wasn't the worst of it - new allegations emerged about Prince Andrew's involvement in a Thai orgy with over 40 women, described by witnesses as "industrial scale" encounters funded by taxpayers! Meanwhile, Prince Harry quietly registered six-year-old Archie for Eton College in a stunning move that could see the Sussex and Cambridge cousins educated together - only to have his spokesperson deny everything by Friday! Palace insiders are still furious over Harry's Guardian interview, with sources saying "his mouth is his biggest problem." Plus: William and Charles held crisis talks at Balmoral about keeping the monarchy united, Kate delivered a tear-jerking tribute to the Southport victims, Princess Anne gave underwire bra advice at a lingerie factory, and Meghan got publicly dumped by a reality TV star after snubbing her with gift boxes!

Palace Intrigue delivers the most shocking royal revelation yet as Prince Harry secretly registers six-year-old Archie for Eton College—the same elite boarding school attended by Prince William, Harry himself, and future king Prince George. This explosive move suggests Harry plans to bring his son back to the UK despite the devastating family feud, with Archie potentially sharing classrooms with his royal cousins.Insiders reveal Harry feels his children are "missing out on the extensive family network" enjoyed by William's kids, though Meghan may need convincing about the plan. The security-heavy school would reunite the next generation of royals, with friends noting "statistically, Eton would be safer than an American school thanks to their gun laws."Meanwhile, royal biographer Ingrid Seward decodes Meghan's carefully chosen Harry birthday photo, suggesting she selected his "hunkiest" pre-marriage military image for strategic reasons. Plus, Harry's secret condolence visit to the Duke of Kent reveals his continued royal connections, while Spitting Image brutally satirizes the Sussex brand with puppet parodies of their Netflix ventures.From secret school plans to puppet mockery, this episode exposes Harry's desperate attempts to bridge two worlds while the royal war rages on.

In this episode I go on a style journey with the inimitable and side-splittingly funny, iconic British Jeweller, Theo Fennell. I have been lucky enough to have known Theo for decades ...our first shops were close on the Fulham Road in Chelsea. Theo has always been the most brilliant raconteur, often making himself the butt of the joke and I must admit as I listened to his two books, narrated by him, I found myself howling with laughter...a great summer listen (links below).Born in Egypt, to an Army family, Theo's early years were spent moving around the globe before being sent to boarding school in England...in truth he went to Eton College where the uniform was and still is to this day, tails and a stiff collared shirt.  He went on to art school in York, and he tells me with some hilarity about his choice of clothing for his first day there. Initially he pursued portraiture, but, unable to get a likeness, he luckily discovering a passion and talent for jewellery and silversmithing.Theo Fennell is one of Britain's most iconic and original jewellers, renowned for his bold, imaginative designs and a distinctive creative voice blending fine craftsmanship with storytelling, wit, and a quirky flair. For over four decades, Theo has redefined the traditional boundaries of jewellery, creating extraordinary, bespoke pieces worn and collected by patrons from royalty to rock and roll, stars of stage, screen and fashion to tastemakers around the world ... and also his friend Norman.From his first studio in the Fulham Road in the 1980s to his current gallery and workshop in the Chelsea Barracks development, Theo has built a reputation as one of the few jewellers who still designs and makes each piece by hand in-house in London. His atelier brings together master goldsmiths, engravers, enamellists, and stone-setters, producing work that fuses rare artistry with theatricality and timeless appeal. A passionate advocate for the applied arts, Theo has mentored emerging talent, collaborated with artists, and championed the importance of craftsmanship in a fast-paced, mass-produced world. His pieces often tell intimate, sentimental or humorous stories, making them cherished heirlooms as well as expressions of individuality.Being the story teller that he is Theo entertains us with stories of his earlier, let's say, more than slightly inebriated years when he managed to loose a priceless emerald during a celebratory night out, having sold said emerald but not delivered it.... lesson learned...We chat about his passion for unusual stones, craftsmanship and telling stories through pieces. Knowing that he has a who's who of rock and royalty as a client base I couldn't help but ask what his most unusual commission was...the story of the Yellow Rose of Texas is brilliantly told!We talk about his style inspirations (from Fred Astaire to the dandyism of Patrick Litchfield in the 60s) and the influence of accompanying his father on days shopping... from Henry Poole on Saville Row for "Gents natty summer suiting" ...and on for shirts...and shoes. Theo clearly loves clothes, shoes and socks...he has an eclectic, chic style, and an eye for detail befitting of the brilliant designer he is.I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed this conversation with the raucously funny Theo...and if you don't know his jewellery (unlikely) but do check it out...it is truly exquisite. Thank you Theo for entertaining us so fabulously!---A message from our season sponsor: Join the millions of people hitting their weight loss goals with Simple. To start your personalized plan complete the quiz at simple.life/amanda and use code AMANDA for 70% off.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Mientras trabajaba en el Observatorio Vaticano durante la oposición de Marte en 1858, el astrónomo italiano Angelo Secchi notó una gran característica triangular de color azul, a la que él llamó el «Escorpión Azul». Esta misma formación nubosa estacional fue vista por el astrónomo inglés Joseph Norman Lockyer en 1862, y ha sido vista por otros observadores. Durante la oposición de 1862, el astrónomo holandés Frederik Kaiser se dedicó a hacer dibujos de Marte. Al comparar sus ilustraciones con las de Huygens y el filósofo natural inglés Robert Hooke, pudo refinar aún más el período de rotación de Marte. Su valor de 24 horas 37 minutos y 22'6 segundos es preciso dentro de una décima de segundo. En agosto de 1877, el astrónomo estadounidense Asaph Hall descubrió las dos lunas de Marte utilizando un telescopio de 660 mm en el Observatorio Naval de los Estados Unidos.​ Los nombres de los dos satélites, Fobos y Deimos, fueron escogidos por Hall basado en una sugerencia de Henry Madan, un instructor de ciencias en el Eton College en Inglaterra. Durante la oposición de 1877, el astrónomo italiano Giovanni Schiaparelli utilizó un telescopio de 22 cms para ayudar a producir el primer mapa detallado de Marte. Estos mapas contenían características notables a las que llamó canali, que más tarde se demostró que eran una ilusión óptica. Estos canali eran supuestamente rectas largas en la superficie de Marte a las que dio nombres de ríos famosos de la Tierra. Su término canali fue mal traducido en inglés como canales. En 1886, el astrónomo inglés William Frederick Denning observó que estas características lineales eran de naturaleza irregular y mostraban concentraciones e interrupciones. En 1895, el astrónomo inglés Edward Walter Maunder se convenció de que las características lineales eran meramente la suma de muchos detalles más pequeños. Camille Flammarion escribió en su obra La Planète Mars et Ses Conditions d'Habitabilité de 1892, acerca de cómo estos canales se asemejaban a los canales artificiales, y que una raza inteligente podría usarlos para redistribuir el agua a través de un mundo marciano agonizante. Abogó por la existencia de tales habitantes, y sugirió que podían ser más avanzados que los humanos. Comenzando 1901, el astrónomo estadounidense A. E. Douglass intentó fotografiar las características de los canales de Marte. Estos esfuerzos parecían tener éxito cuando el astrónomo estadounidense Carl O. Lampland publicó fotografías de los supuestos canales en 1905. Aunque estos resultados fueron ampliamente aceptados, luego fueron cuestionados por el astrónomo griego Eugène Antoniadi, el naturalista inglés Alfred Russel Wallace y otros como simples rasgos imaginados. A medida que se usaban telescopios más grandes, se observaron menos canali largos y rectos. Durante una observación realizada en 1909 por Flammarion con un telescopio de 84 cm, se observaron patrones irregulares, pero no se observó ningún canali. En la década de 1870 Schiaparelli observó un oscurecimiento superficial causado por nubes amarillas. En 1909, Antoniadi descubrió que Marte parecía más amarillo durante las oposiciones cuando el planeta estaba más cerca del Sol. Sugirió que la causa de las nubes eran arena o polvo soplado por el viento. En 1894, el astrónomo estadounidense William Wallace Campbell encontró que el espectro de Marte era idéntico al espectro de la Luna, poniendo en duda la creciente teoría de que la atmósfera de Marte era similar a la de la Tierra. Las detecciones previas de agua en la atmósfera de Marte fueron explicadas por condiciones desfavorables, y Campbell determinó que la firma del agua provenía enteramente de la atmósfera terrestre. Aunque estuvo de acuerdo en que las capas de hielo indicaban que había agua en la atmósfera, no creía que las capas fueran suficientemente grandes para permitir que se detectara vapor de agua.​ En ese entonces, los resultados de Campbell fueron considerados polémicos y fueron criticados por los miembros de la comunidad astronómica. Aun así, el astrónomo americano Walter Sydney Adams confirmó los resultados en 1925. Utilizando un termopar de vacío conectado al Telescopio Hooker de 2'54 m en el Observatorio del Monte Wilson, en 1924 los astrónomos estadounidenses Seth Barnes Nicholson y Edison Pettit fueron capaces de medir la energía térmica que irradiaba la superficie de Marte. Determinaron que la temperatura variaba desde –68°C en el polo hasta 7°C en el ecuador.​ A partir del mismo año, las medidas de energía radiada de Marte fueron hechas por el físico estadounidense William Coblentz y el astrónomo estadounidense Carl Otto Lampland. Los resultados mostraron que la temperatura nocturna en Marte descendía a –85°C, lo que indica una «enorme fluctuación diurna» en las temperaturas.​ La temperatura de las nubes marcianas se midió en –30°C. En 1926, al medir las líneas espectrales de los movimientos orbitales de Marte y la Tierra, el astrónomo estadounidense Walter Sydney Adams fue capaz de medir directamente la cantidad de oxígeno y vapor de agua en la atmósfera de Marte. Determinó que «las condiciones extremas de desierto» eran frecuentes en Marte.​ En 1934, Adams y el astrónomo americano Theodore Dunham, Jr. encontraron que la cantidad de oxígeno en la atmósfera de Marte era menor de un uno por ciento de la cantidad que hay en una misma área en la tierra. En 1927, el estudiante holandés Cyprianus Annius van den Bosch hizo una determinación de la masa de Marte basada en los movimientos de las lunas marcianas, con una precisión del 0'2%. Este resultado fue confirmado por el astrónomo holandés Willem de Sitter y publicado en 1938. La emisión de rayos X de Marte fue observada por primera vez por los astrónomos en 2001 utilizando el Observatorio Chandra de Rayos X, y en 2003 se demostró que tenía dos componentes. El primer componente es causado por rayos X del Sol que se dispersan en la atmósfera superior de Marte; el segundo proviene de interacciones entre iones que dan lugar a un intercambio de cargas. En 1983, el análisis del grupo de meteoritos de shergottita, nakhlita y chassignita (SNC) mostró que podrían haberse originado en Marte.​ Se cree que el meteorito ALH84001, descubierto en la Antártida en 1984, se originó en Marte, pero tiene una composición totalmente diferente a la del grupo SNC. En 1996, se anunció que este meteorito podría contener evidencia de fósiles microscópicos de bacterias marcianas. Sin embargo, este hallazgo sigue causando controversia. El análisis químico de los meteoritos marcianos encontrados en la Tierra sugiere que la temperatura ambiente cercana a la superficie de Marte ha estado muy probablemente por debajo del punto de congelación del agua durante gran parte de los últimos cuatro mil millones de años. Michael Neil, Galactic Sound Station, Dreamscapist, Liquid Mind, Terminus Void, Airwaves, Astelyon, Hollan Holmes, InDi0ne-X, Isostatic. 🎧 El playlist detallado: lostfrontier.org/space.html#1060Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de lostfrontier.org. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/26825

Happy birthday to Prince George, who turns 12 today—and steps into a new phase of royal life. From now on, royal tradition dictates he can no longer travel with Prince William on official duties, in a move meant to safeguard the line of succession.As George grows up, so do the decisions about his future. All signs now point to Eton College as his next academic chapter. And when William becomes King, George is expected to inherit major titles—Prince of Wales and Duke of Cornwall—along with real responsibilities, including stewardship of a 67,000-acre estate.But one ancient custom may be off-limits. Reports suggest the royals may skip the grisly “blooding” ritual during summer hunts at Balmoral. While some insiders speculate George could be “initiated,” Princess Kate is said to have “put her foot down” on the matter.Also today: debunking a viral YouTube rumor that Prince William stripped Camilla's grandson of a title after an alleged bullying incident involving George. The story, based entirely on AI-generated clickbait, has zero evidence—and no basis in fact.Follow our new series Crown and Controversy! Follow now. The full Season 1 is available now for premium subscribers. Episodes come out every Sunday on the normal feed.To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free!Thanks to our sponsor  https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Happiness-Experiment/Carl-B-Barney/9798886452891

In this episode I go on a style journey with the inimitable and side-splittingly funny, iconic British Jeweller, Theo Fennell. I have been lucky enough to have known Theo for decades ...our first shops were close on the Fulham Road in Chelsea. Theo has always been the most brilliant raconteur, often making himself the butt of the joke and I must admit as I listened to his two books, narrated by him, I found myself howling with laughter...a great summer listen (links below).Born in Egypt, to an Army family, Theo's early years were spent moving around the globe before being sent to boarding school in England...in truth he went to Eton College where the uniform was and still is to this day, tails and a stiff collared shirt.  He went on to art school in York, and he tells me with some hilarity about his choice of clothing for his first day there. Initially he pursued portraiture, but, unable to get a likeness, he luckily discovering a passion and talent for jewellery and silversmithing.Theo Fennell is one of Britain's most iconic and original jewellers, renowned for his bold, imaginative designs and a distinctive creative voice blending fine craftsmanship with storytelling, wit, and a quirky flair. For over four decades, Theo has redefined the traditional boundaries of jewellery, creating extraordinary, bespoke pieces worn and collected by patrons from royalty to rock and roll, stars of stage, screen and fashion to tastemakers around the world ... and also his friend Norman.From his first studio in the Fulham Road in the 1980s to his current gallery and workshop in the Chelsea Barracks development, Theo has built a reputation as one of the few jewellers who still designs and makes each piece by hand in-house in London. His atelier brings together master goldsmiths, engravers, enamellists, and stone-setters, producing work that fuses rare artistry with theatricality and timeless appeal. A passionate advocate for the applied arts, Theo has mentored emerging talent, collaborated with artists, and championed the importance of craftsmanship in a fast-paced, mass-produced world. His pieces often tell intimate, sentimental or humorous stories, making them cherished heirlooms as well as expressions of individuality.Being the story teller that he is Theo entertains us with stories of his earlier, let's say, more than slightly inebriated years when he managed to loose a priceless emerald during a celebratory night out, having sold said emerald but not delivered it.... lesson learned...We chat about his passion for unusual stones, craftsmanship and telling stories through pieces. Knowing that he has a who's who of rock and royalty as a client base I couldn't help but ask what his most unusual commission was...the story of the Yellow Rose of Texas is brilliantly told!We talk about his style inspirations (from Fred Astaire to the dandyism of Patrick Litchfield in the 60s) and the influence of accompanying his father on days shopping... from Henry Poole on Saville Row for "Gents natty summer suiting" ...and on for shirts...and shoes. Theo clearly loves clothes, shoes and socks...he has an eclectic, chic style, and an eye for detail befitting of the brilliant designer he is.I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed this conversation with the raucously funny Theo...and if you don't know his jewellery (unlikely) but do check it out...it is truly exquisite. Thank you Theo for entertaining us so fabulously! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are joined for episode 132 by recorder player supremo Ian Wilson.Ian is the principal recorder professor at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, the Head of Woodwind at Eton College and is the visiting recorder specialist at the North East of Scotland Music School in his hometown of Aberdeen. We were so pleased Ian agreed to come back to chat to us again having originally joined us last April. Due to various Three In A Bar style holdups we never managed to release that episode so have a brand shiny new chat with Ian for you!We talk to Ian about his extensive recorder selection, how the sound of a great recorder ensemble is definitely not what you remember from Primary School days but also a harrowing experience involving  hundreds of renditions of the Mexican Hat dance - something surely no one should ever have to experience? Ian demonstrates his quite astounding knowledge of bird song with a starting resemblance to a British countryside stalwart. We chat about the use of recorders in various film and TV scores and its renewed popularity. Anyone preparing for auditions listen up! Ian gives some excellent advice on preparations for scholarship or Music college auditions. He gives insightful information from a panelist's point of view - what they are looking for might not be what you'd think…To find out more about Ian take a look here; https://www.gsmd.ac.uk/staff/professor-ian-wilson-bmus-pgdipmus-lgsm-fhea You can find us on the socials here;Instagram @threeinabarpodTiktok @threeinabarpodThree In A Bar on YoutubeAnything you'd like to share with us? Any guests you'd love to hear or anything you'd like us to do better? Drop us a line at hello@threeinabar.com Click here to join the Members' Club on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are excited to host Jules Evans on this episode of the Mangu.tv podcast series. Jules Evans is a writer, researcher, and practical philosopher exploring the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern well-being. He is the author of Philosophy for Life and Other Dangerous Situations, which examines how ancient philosophy influences Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). A former research fellow at Queen Mary University of London, he has studied the history, philosophy, and psychology of well-being. His work has been featured in The Times, The Economist, and The Guardian. As director of the Challenging Psychedelic Experiences Project, he researches psychedelic integration and mental health, bridging philosophy with contemporary therapeutic practices.Jules Evans reflects on his upbringing in London and his time at Eton College. He speaks about his teen years and early experiences with psychedelics, as well as struggles with his mental health during his time at Oxford University. He talks about a near-death ski accident, a mystical experience and the cathartic moment which led him to explore cognitive therapy and Stoicism as well as his interest in ecstatic experiences.Giancarlo and Jules discuss personal transformation, ontological experiences, and somatic and talk therapy practices as means of integration. Jules speaks about concerns around the lack of public conservation, research and resources around the possibilities of harm from psychedelics and his NFP, aimed at supporting those experiencing issues. They speak about alternative living and the need for a system to manage ethics and misconduct in ceremonial, psychedelic and altered state spaces.

PREVIEW: Colleague Simon Constable tells how the sloppily imposed 20% VAT on private school fees has backfired for the clumsy Labour Government -- and for the PM's approval rating, now at 23%. More later. 1690 ´Eton College

James Kerr is a writer, coach, and consultant who specialises in leadership, culture and mindset in high-performing teams. His global bestseller, 'Legacy' has been described by The Daily Telegraph as “the modern version of Vince Lombardi's guides to coaching”, saying that "for those searching for genuine keys to team culture, it is manna from heaven".James has worked with Tier One Special Forces, the English Premier League, international cricket, Formula One, America's Cup, Major League Baseball, and Olympic pathways. He has guest lectured at Westpoint Military Academy, Sandhurst and Eton College and written for the BBC, Independent, Times and Guardian. His corporate clients have included Google, Spotify, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Co, Adidas, and Arc'teryx.In this frank discussion, Dominic explores the synergy between individual leadership and collective vision, and the critical role of cultural evolution in maintaining relevance and potency. James shares how the iconic “Sweeping the Shed” mantra, revolutionised team culture at the All Blacks, and how these principles can be applied beyond the rugby field into business and everyday life.DiscoverThe Role of Values in Sustainable Success: By embracing values such as humility, responsibility, and respect, the All Blacks created a foundation for long-term success, demonstrating that values-driven cultures outperform talent-driven ones.The Power of Rituals and Symbols: The enduring significance of the Haka demonstrates how rituals and symbols can reinforce identity, unity, and purpose within a team.Leadership Across Domains: The principles of leadership and cultural excellence are universal and can be applied across diverse fields, demonstrated by James' work in sports, military, and business. Neuroscience and Leadership: The interplay between neuroscience and performance underpins how understanding the brain's responses to fear and confidence can inspire leaders to strike a balance between challenges and support, fostering growth and accountability.Book recommendations:Viktor Frankl - Man's Search For MeaningDaniel Kahneman - Thinking, Fast and SlowDaniel Coyle - The Culture CodeJim Collins - Good To GreatJames' book Legacy is out now. Dominic's book Mind Your F**king Business is out now.

For centuries, Westminster has been dominated by politicians who attended some of the most prestigious schools in the country. This week on Westminster Insider, host Sascha O'Sullivan finds out whether public schools still dominate or if state educated Rachel Reeves and Bridget Phillipson's move to tax fees reflects the end of the era of Etonians. Sascha visits Eton College and takes a tour around the art school and the theater, hears from an old boy about the kind of education children receive there — and discovers why our prime ministers are far more likely to have been attended this school than any other. Former Labour adviser and old Etonian Patrick Hennessey tells Sascha the confidence a school such as his alma mater instills can easily slip into arrogance. FT journalist and author Simon Kuper explains why privately educated politicians have always tended to banded together in Westminster — and how that can leave those that attended less prestigious institutions out in the cold. Keir Starmer's former adviser Donjeta Miftari describes coming to work in SW1 as a former comprehensive pupil and immediately noticing the networks which the independent sector fosters beyond the school itself. Former David Blunkett adviser Conor Ryan recalls the fights with private school heads when the Blair government axed the state-funded assisted places scheme. Sam Freedman, education expert and former adviser to Michael Gove, explains how the former education's secretary's background informed his attitude to education reform. And Sascha travelled to Brentwood, a private school in Essex, where headteacher Michael Bond tells her Reeves' decision to put VAT on private schools was "punishing" them unfairly, as the private sector was making strides towards making fee-paying schools less exclusive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this lively episode, I sat down with the multifaceted The Rt Honourable The Viscount Thurso, also known as quite simply, John (Watch how I blunder that at the beginning). This episode takes listeners on a rollercoaster ride through John's unconventional career, filled with hilarious anecdotes, unique experiences, and invaluable leadership insights. From mastering the art of hospitality to navigating the political landscape, John shares his wisdom with a touch of humour that makes this episode a delightful listen.Key Takeaways:Leadership through Experience and Mentorship: John's career showcases the importance of hands-on experience and learning from mentors. His journey from a dishwasher at his father's hotel to high-stake management roles exemplifies how diverse experiences can shape a unique leadership style.Ingenuity in Business Solutions: Highlighting his creative turnaround at Champneys, John discusses the development of the “Founders Club” to replace problematic timeshare agreements. This inventive approach underlines the significance of adaptability and innovative thinking in business.Valuing Hospitality Skills Beyond the Industry: John talks about how his children leveraged hospitality skills in their diverse careers, emphasising that traits like empathy and customer service excellence are universally valuable. His points underline that hospitality offers foundational skills that can enhance any professional journey.Fun and Humorous Highlights:Butcher's Icebreaker: One of the standout humorous moments is John recounting his time in the butcher's shop, where he offered chewing tobacco to his colleagues, a gesture that earned him an unexpected acceptance.Pub Shenanigans: John shares a pub experience where he became part of the group after a lead butcher vouched for him. Friendship formed amidst laughter, blending work with camaraderie.Paris Misadventures: Despite starting his job in Paris with a non-existent command of French, a light-hearted tale ensues as John undertakes a crash course in French, just two weeks before his move. His recounting of humorous conversations with a Glaswegian colleague in French adds a comedic flair to his professional struggles.Tune in for: A perfect blend of humour and wisdom, this episode is a treasure trove of life lessons, career advice, and laugh-out-loud moments. Whether you're in hospitality or any other field, John's stories are bound to leave you inspired and entertained.The GuestJohn Archibald Sinclair, 3rd Viscount Thurso, known as John Thurso, is a Scottish businessman, Liberal Democrat politician, and hereditary peer. Born in 1953, he was educated at Eton College and spent much of his early career in the tourism and hospitality industry, managing prominent hotels and serving as CEO of the Champneys Group. Thurso first entered Parliament in 1995 as a hereditary peer in the House of Lords, serving until the House of Lords Act 1999 removed most hereditary peers.In 2001, he was elected as the MP for Caithness, Sutherland, and Easter Ross, a seat he held until 2015. During his time in the House of Commons, he served as chair of the Finance and Services Committee. After losing his seat in 2015, he returned to the House of Lords in 2016 and later became Lord Lieutenant of Caithness. He has also chaired VisitScotland since 2016 and holds leadership roles in tourism and hospitality organisations and now holds the President role at the Institute of Hospitality. The SponsorToday's episode comes to you in partnership with

fWotD Episode 2692: Frederick Browning Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Tuesday, 17 September 2024 is Frederick Browning.Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick Arthur Montague "Boy" Browning (20 December 1896 – 14 March 1965) was a senior officer of the British Army who has been called the "father of the British airborne forces". He was also an Olympic bobsleigh competitor, and the husband of author Daphne du Maurier.Educated at Eton College and then at the Royal Military College, Sandhurst, Browning was commissioned as a second lieutenant into the Grenadier Guards in 1915. During the First World War, he fought on the Western Front, and was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for conspicuous gallantry during the Battle of Cambrai in November 1917. In September 1918, he became aide de camp to General Sir Henry Rawlinson.During the Second World War, Browning commanded the 1st Airborne Division and I Airborne Corps, and was also the deputy commander of First Allied Airborne Army during Operation Market Garden in September 1944. During the planning for this operation, he was alleged to have said: "I think we might be going a bridge too far." In December 1944 he became chief of staff of Admiral Lord Mountbatten's South East Asia Command. From September 1946 to January 1948, he was Military Secretary of the War Office.In January 1948, Browning became comptroller and treasurer to Princess Elizabeth, Duchess of Edinburgh. After she ascended to the throne to become Queen Elizabeth II in 1952, he became treasurer in the Office of the Duke of Edinburgh. He suffered a severe nervous breakdown in 1957 and retired in 1959. He died at Menabilly, the mansion that inspired his wife's novel Rebecca, on 14 March 1965.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:05 UTC on Tuesday, 17 September 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Frederick Browning on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Brian.

fWotD Episode 2689: Charles William Fremantle Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Saturday, 14 September 2024 is Charles William Fremantle.Sir Charles William Fremantle (12 August 1834 – 8 October 1914) was a British governmental official who served 26 years as deputy master of the Royal Mint. As the chancellor of the exchequer was ex officio master of the Royal Mint beginning in 1870, Fremantle was its executive head for almost a quarter century.Educated at Eton College, Fremantle entered the Treasury in 1853 as a clerk. He served as private secretary to several officials, lastly Benjamin Disraeli, both while Disraeli was chancellor of the exchequer, and then in 1868 while he was prime minister. Disraeli's appointment of Fremantle as deputy master of the Royal Mint excited some controversy but was supported by his political rival William Gladstone.Fremantle began as deputy master to Thomas Graham, the master of the Mint. Graham died in September 1869, and the Treasury decided the mastership should go to the chancellor of the day, with the deputy master the administrative head of the Royal Mint. Fremantle began work to modernise the antiquated Royal Mint. Much of the work had to wait until the Royal Mint was reconstructed at its premises at Tower Hill in 1882. Fremantle sought to beautify the coinage and, believing the Mint's engraver, Leonard Charles Wyon, not up to the task, sought to do so by resurrecting classic coin designs, like Benedetto Pistrucci's depiction of St George and the dragon for the sovereign.In 1894, at the age of sixty, Fremantle retired from the Royal Mint and thereafter spent time as a corporate director and as a magistrate. He died in 1914, just under two months after his eightieth birthday.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:55 UTC on Saturday, 14 September 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Charles William Fremantle on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Joey.

Don Lemon sued Elon Musk and the social media platform X for fraud, negligent misrepresentation, and breach of contract after Musk canceled a deal for the Don Lemon Show to appear on the platform.After dragging its feet with a proprietary system for over a year, California is now preparing to launch support for adding your Driver's License to Apple Wallet. No smartphones in school seems to be a growing sentiment globally. The prestigious boarding school, Eton College in Great Britain is replacing 1st-year student's smartphones with Nokia feature phones. And, the US Court for the District of Washington DC has ruled that Google is a monopoly.Link to Show Notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#LondonCalling: #UK: Labour tax policy is smart electioneering, impractical in authority.   @JosephSternberg @WSJOpinion https://www.thetimes.com/article/1bb25658-1708-47cd-b27d-fe51f04a4b44?shareToken=dce4291da27c2089c84adabead282856 undated Eton College

1920s in the UK the Authorities were worried about the behaviour of some of the young people who were later called 'The Bright Young things'. The Establishment were worried about nightclubs, dancing and drinking and the Home Secretary was determined to do something about it. When he found out about a scandal at Eton College where boys were supposedly being seduced by actresses, he was determined to make an example of Tallulah Bankhead, an American actress who seemed to be pleased to be called the most immoral woman in the world.

COLLECTORS ONLY: The joy of book collecting explained: 2/4: Once Upon a Tome: The Misadventures of a Rare Bookseller by Oliver Darkshire  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Once-Upon-Misadventures-Rare-Bookseller/dp/1324092076/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Welcome to Sotheran's, one of the oldest bookshops in the world, with its weird and wonderful clientele, suspicious cupboards, unlabeled keys, poisoned books, and some things that aren't even books, presided over by one deeply eccentric apprentice. Some years ago, Oliver Darkshire stepped into the hushed interior of Henry Sotheran Ltd (est. 1761) to apply for a job. Allured by the smell of old books and the temptation of a management-approved afternoon nap, Darkshire was soon unteetering stacks of first editions and placating the store's resident ghost (the late Mr. Sotheran, hit by a tram). A novice in this ancient, potentially haunted establishment, Darkshire describes Sotheran's brushes with history (Dickens, the Titanic), its joyous disorganization, and the unspoken rules of its gleefully old-fashioned staff, whose mere glance may cause the computer to burst into flames. As Darkshire gains confidence and experience, he shares trivia about ancient editions and explores the strange space that books occupy in our lives―where old books often have strong sentimental value, but rarely a commercial one. By turns unhinged and earnest, Once Upon a Tome is the colorful story of life in one of the world's oldest bookshops and a love letter to the benign, unruly world of antiquarian bookselling, where to be uncommon or strange is the best possible compliment. 1690 Eton College

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the life and mind of one of the most influential figures in the world of computation and physics – Stephen Wolfram. Today, we are talking to Stephen Wolfram, founder and CEO of Wolfram Research and creator of Mathematica and Wolfram Alpha answer engine. We traced Stephen's academic journey from Eton College to Oxford and CalTech, covering milestones, first scientific papers at 15, and the shift from space to physics. Delving into chapters on his PhD, teaching at CalTech, and receiving the MacArthur Fellowship, Stephen shared insights on complex systems, mentorship, and encounters with figures like Richard Feynman and Steve Jobs. After exploring the creation and impact of Wolfram Alpha, the Wolfram Physics Project, and his current pursuits, we also gained insights into Stephen's productivity system, reflections on parenting, friendships, and Hollywood interactions. Throughout the episode, Stephen imparted wisdom and advice for fresh college graduates, leaving a profound mark on the sands of history. We hope that his wisdom will help you mark the trajectory of your academic and professional career while you have fun listening to the new episode of our podcast. Enjoy!

J.John speaks with Rev Pat Allerton who shares his story from attending Eton College to being known as the Portable Priest during the coronavirus lockdown.

1/4: The Socialist Patriot: George Orwell and War Paperback – January 17, 2023 by Peter Stansky  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Socialist-Patriot-George-Orwell-War/dp/150363549X An incisive demonstration of how Orwell's body of work was defined by the four major conflicts that punctuated his life: World War I, the Spanish Civil War, World War II, and the Cold War. Few English writers wielded a pen so sharply as George Orwell, the quintessential political writer of the twentieth century. His literary output at once responded to and sought to influence the tumultuous times in which he lived—decades during which Europe and eventually the entire world would be torn apart by war, while ideologies like fascism, socialism, and communism changed the stakes of global politics. Eton College 1690

PREVIEW: From a longer conversation with Professor Peter Stansky, author of the new work, THE SOCIALIST PATRIOT GEORGE ORWELL AND WAR, the professor observes how Orwell (aka Eric Blair) regarded his alma mater, Eton College, and its fate under socialism. The Socialist Patriot: George Orwell and War Paperback – January 17, 2023 by Peter Stansky  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Socialist-Patriot-George-Orwell-War/dp/150363549X 1866 Eton College cricketeers

In this fascinating podcast John Reardon speaks with his great friend, William Andrewes who is one of the world's leading horologists, a historian, clockmaker, inventor, artist, and sundial maker. Will's career in the watch world has been extraordinary. In this part 1 of a two-part podcast, Andrewes explains how he started as an apprentice with the legendary watchmaker George Daniels, first completing an unfinished clock by John Harrison who solved the problem of finding longitude at sea. Andrewes shares several anecdotes of his time with George Daniels giving us a rare insight to one of the world's greatest watchmakers. After teaching at Eton College and working at the Old Royal Observatory in Greenwich, Will Andrewes's career moved across the pond when Seth Atwood asked him to be curator of the then most important horological museum, the Time Museum in Rockford, IL. Andrewes shares charming stories about the Time Museum including how Seth Atwood managed to buy the most important Patek Philippe watch ever made, the Graves Supercomplication directly from Henry Graves's grandson. In part 2, Will Andrewes shares his own explanation as to 'What is time?' and why he has devoted the current chapter of his career to making sundials. Learn more about Collectability on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://collectability.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram for regular updates: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/collectabil..⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Listen, like and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Collectability⁠⁠ Watch this podcast on Collectability YouTube:

In Part 2/2, your favorite sister duo discusses some of the smaller towns outside of London that are worth a visit, specifically: Windsor, Oxford, Henley, and Ascot. You'll learn about the prestigious schools in England that are essentially the real-life Hogwarts. They go over some tips for navigating London's public transportation system, and they discuss a few particular foods that make English cuisine so unique.(More) London Favorites:Windsor - home of Windsor Castle and Eton College (“public” boarding school)Oxford - Bodleian Library (Harry Potter restricted section of Hogwarts library), Bodleian's Divinity School (Harry Potter infirmary and Yule Ball dance practice scene)Henley - Henley Royal Regatta (every summer at the end of June/beginning of July)Ascot - Royal Ascot (horse race every June)Shopping - Bicester (outlet mall), Guildford (outdoor mall with cobblestone streets)Public transport apps - Train Line, TFLFood favs - digestive biscuits, crumpets, fish & chips, beans on toast (?)For all of the Love It There content: Visit our Website!Follow Love It There Podcast on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jessica and Rachel discuss Queen Camilla wearing the Girls Of Great Britain And Ireland Tiara at a recent dinner and the Jockey Brooch at Ascot. We also discover the Princess of Wales recently visited Marlborough College -- could this be an option for Prince George instead of Eton College? Then, in Royals Around The World, we discuss Princess Charlene of Monaco attending the South Africa-England rugby match and Prince Albert of Monaco attending a "secret" black tie ball at an undisclosed location. Lastly, we end with a Royal Factoid on the Swedish Royal Family. Follow us on Instagram @podcastroyal Email us at hellopodcastroyal@gmail.com Royals in this episode: The Princess of Wales (Kate Middleton) Prince George Princess Charlotte Prince Louis Princess Eugenie Princess Beatrice King Charles King Philippe of Belgium Queen Mathilde of Belgium King Carl Gustaf of Sweden Queen Silvia of Sweden Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden Prince Carl Philip of Sweden Princess Madeleine of Sweden Princess Charlene of Monaco Prince Albert of Monaco Princess Stephanie of Monaco

Minter Dialogue with Sir William Russell Sir William Russell was Lord Mayor of the City of London 2019-2021 and is currently Alderman of Bread Street Ward. He's also Board Member of CityUK, deputy chair of the Barbican Centre, and NED at Augmentum Fintech. Will was a classmate and housemate back from my time at Eton College where we shared many experiences on the sports field. In this conversation, we discuss his fascinating career, the influence of sports on his life, his appreciation of working for American companies, what makes an effective leader today, the important challenges for boards of governors, the impact of Brexit on Britain, as well as his experience in being knighted by the King. If you've got comments or questions you'd like to see answered, send your email or audio file to nminterdial@gmail.com; or you can find the show notes and comment on minterdial.com. If you liked the podcast, please take a moment to go over to Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast channel, to rate/review the show. Otherwise, you can find me @mdial on Twitter.

This is a mind-blowing conversation with Will Knowland, who was sacked from Eton College for his lecture on masculinity and patriarchy. Will talks about: -Getting fired from Eton -Why we shouldn't give up on marriage -The Pearl vs Matt Walsh debate -Why promiscuity is feminist, and feminism is actually misogynist  -Why Louise Perry is wrong to say feminism is a Christian phenomenon  -How the welfare state became the new patriarchy -Why Andrew Tate is a feminist(!) -His views on Jordan Peterson   -Why men must be the heads of their families -The truth about incels -How feminism opened the door to the trans movement  and lots more! Follow Will on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/beherleader Will's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KnowlandKnows Will's website: https://www.patriarchyproject.org   Nick's Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/nickdixoncomic Nick's Substack: nickdixon.substack.com Nick's YouTube (with all Current Thing episodes): https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon Keep the podcast going by buying Nick a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon Produced by Jason Clift. 

In episode 144, I chatted to Andrew Sangster about Alanbrooke. Earlier this year, I noticed Andrew had a new book, Flawed Commanders and Strategy in the Battle for Italy, 1943-45. With his co-author Pier Paolo Battistelli, the book looks at Montgomery, Mark Clark, Patton, Harold Alexander, Albert Kesselring and the fighting in Sicily and Italy. There is too much to cover in a single episode of the podcast, but I've asked Andrew back to discuss the fighting in the Mediterranean from the perspective of Kesselring. Andrew Sangster has six degrees, in Law, Theology and four in history including his doctorate. An ordained priest, he has trespassed away from the Church to teaching and the study of history. He has taught in grammar schools and at Eton College, was a headmaster for some nine years and has assisted post-graduate students of history. He has some twenty published history books to his credit both in the United Kingdom and overseas with some co-authored with Pier Paolo Battistelli, the well-known Italian historian. When not called for Church duties he studies the lesser-known aspects of modern history and plays chess for relaxation. Patreonpatreon.com/ww2podcast