Podcasts about Mervyn

EVEN MORE about this episode!What if healing could flow not only to us but also to our beloved pets through the power of Spirit? In this episode, we explore the miracles of energetic healing, intuition, and spirit communication. Jeff from Virginia finds relief from kidney stone pain using spiritual visualizations, while Mary from Nova Scotia shares her deep heart-to-heart connection with her dog, Loki, as they face health challenges together. Chrissy discovers comfort and joy after her husband's passing through messages from beyond, and Rachel from Huntsville learns to interpret her dog Koozie's quiet requests. Clay from Oakland finds healing in memories of his cherished cat, Mervyn, reminding us how love bridges the gap between worlds.These heartfelt stories reveal how pets and loved ones continue to guide us through dreams, signs, and subtle communication. We also explore past-life wisdom, intuitive development, and the supportive presence of spirit guides. Together, these experiences offer powerful insights into how healing, love, and Spirit are always available, enriching our daily lives and deepening our connections to those we hold dear.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Personal Healing(0:06:52) - Healing Pets and Bone Loss(0:21:16) - Communicating With Spirits and Healing(0:29:28) - Spiritual Messages for Pet and Loved Ones(0:38:29) - Connecting With Spirit and Healing(0:46:09) - Teddy's Love Guides Personal Healing(0:51:36) - Spiritual Healings and Pet Guidance➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicki and Mervyn dive into some of the pitfalls of a tertiary art education.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We at the BCLF are proud to mark the release of “Getting Through: New and Selected Poems” by Mervyn Taylor, an extraordinary collection which gathers decades of lyrical mastery into one definitive volume, with this special episode of Cocoa Pod.Described as “a treasure trove… capturing the beauty and nuances of ordinary and extraordinary lives,” this poetry collection is a profound offering of Caribbean life, exploring themes of love, death, migration, aging, and grief with Taylor's signature lyricism and care. A collection “worth relishing, celebrating, and revisiting.”Mervyn Taylor, a Trinidad-born poet, is the author of nine collections of poetry, including Country of Warm Snow (2020), a Poetry Book Society Recommendation, The Last Train (2023), and the chapbook, News of the Living, concerning the Covid pandemic. Getting Through: New & Selected Poems (2024), from Beltway Editions, was shortlisted for the Bocas Prize. A new collection, Unpainted Houses, is forthcoming from Broadstone Books.Taylor has taught at Bronx Community College, The New School University, and in the NYC public school system. He lives in Brooklyn, NY, and Belmont, Trinidad.This episode of BCLF Cocoa Pod was made possible with the support of funds from the Brooklyn Arts Council Local Arts Support Grant

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicki and Mervyn discuss the tools of art and what they mean in the journey to becoming an artist.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I spoke with Barton Palmer, on of the editors of the book " Mervyn Leroy Comes To Town". Mervyn LeRoy Comes to Town is the first book devoted to the career of one of the director/producers who in the early years of sound cinema was instrumental in establishing the Hollywood model of production that would endure for more than half a century. Forgotten Hollywood is on Facebook! 

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mervyn and Nicki dive into the nitty-gritty of convention schedule logistics, which might be helpful for artists who are starting out.  Mervyn discusses some of the history of Artist Alley and advocates for corner booth supremacy as Nicki warns people against heading out the same day as a convention ends (at least if you can help it!) and keeping your eyes peeled for local, non-convention events to participate in.

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary:In this engaging podcast episode, Rhona Pierce hosts Mervyn Dinnen, an expert in HR and generational dynamics in the workplace. They explore the evolving relationships between different generations, particularly focusing on Gen Z and their integration into the workforce. Mervyn shares insights on the friction that often arises between younger and older generations, the changing expectations of work, and the importance of understanding each other's perspectives to foster a harmonious workplace. The conversation also touches on career advice, the impact of technology, and the future of work as generations continue to evolve.Takeaways- Mervyn emphasizes the importance of understanding generational differences in the workplace.- Gen Z is often misunderstood, but they bring valuable perspectives to work.- Work is increasingly about experience and fulfillment rather than just financial stability.- The friction between generations is not new; it has always existed in various forms.- Technology plays a significant role in how younger generations approach work.- Older generations need to adapt their expectations to the realities of today's job market.- Intergenerational understanding can lead to more harmonious workplaces.- Career paths are no longer linear; flexibility is key for younger workers.- The traditional structure of work is changing, and so are the expectations of employees.- Honesty in the workplace is important, but it must be balanced with tact.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Generational Dynamics in the Workplace03:01 Understanding Gen Z's Workplace Integration06:10 The Evolution of Work and Generational Expectations09:09 The Changing Landscape of Job Security and Stability12:01 Intergenerational Understanding and Workplace Harmony14:59 Insights from the Podcast: Bridging Generational Gaps18:00 Career Advice and Lessons Learned20:55 Conclusion and Future Connections   

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to put on the metaphorical convention toolbelt and discuss some tools of the trade!  The underrated crayon is Nicki's go-to for coloring in commissions, and she's about to let you know some interesting history behind the waxy but mighty tool.  Mervyn weighs in on some of the crayon's cousins and his vendetta against one in particular.

In this episode of The Shoulder Physio Podcast, Dr Jared Powell sits down with Dr Mervyn Travers, physiotherapist, S&C coach, and researcher, to explore one of the most compelling frameworks in contemporary pain science: active inference. They discuss how this predictive brain model helps explain persistent musculoskeletal pain, why traditional exercise-based interventions might miss the mark, and how clinicians can use movement and context to shift a patient's pain experience. Merv blends philosophy, neuroscience, and clinical pragmatism in a way that's accessible, challenging, and highly relevant. Key talking points: What is active inference and how does it relate to predictive processing? The role of prior beliefs, culture, and clinical language in shaping pain Movement experimentation as a tool for model updating and recovery Why it's time to rethink how we prescribe exercise in pain rehab Clinical implications from landmark studies within the field that lend themselves to active inference A call for compassion, curiosity, and nuance in patient care Check out the Shoulder Physio Online Course here Connect with Jared and guests: Jared on Instagram: @‌shoulder_physio Jared on X: @‌jaredpowell12 Merv website: Home - Optimise Rehab Merv X: @‌mervtravers Merv Instagram: @‌optimise_rehab See our Disclaimer here: The Shoulder Physio - Disclaimer

The Mervyn Purvis Kwik Kwiz was a staple of Remember When for over 20 years. Hear the replay each Sunday at 11.45pm or catch the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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One dark, stormy and fateful night, Nicki met Mervyn at a comic book store in south Florida, and the rest is history!  We learn the hidden origins of how they started as artists at conventions as well as the pros and cons of working with a partner.  

As the country marks VE Day later this week, we hear from one of the few living voices who can still speak to the harsh reality of World War II. Mervyn Kersh is 100 years old and one of the last surviving British soldiers to have taken part in the D-Day landings in Normandy in 1944.A Jewish man from London, Mervyn felt a deep personal duty to join the fight against the Nazis — not just for his country, but for his people. He shares his extraordinary memories of the war, describes meeting Bergen-Belsen inmates and the moment victory in Europe was declared.In this special episode of The Daily T, Camilla speaks to Mervyn in his North London home about witnessing history, anti-semitism then and now, and the importance of sharing his stories, 80 years on.Producer: Georgia Coan and Lilian FawcettPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyExecutive Producer: Louisa WellsSocial Media Producer: Rachel DuffyCamera Operator: Andy WatsonVideo Editor: Andy MackenizeOriginal music by Goss Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Designing the Workplace of the FutureHost: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Isobel Elton, Founder of Future of the Office In this podcast interview Mervyn talks to Isobel Elton, founder of the consultancy Future of the Office, about future workspace design and how to build spaces that will bring people together. During the conversation they discuss:- What should a workspace look and feel like?- Are RTO mandates a backward step? How can we use them as a catalyst for a rethink of workspaces?- The evolution of what we call 'work' in the knowledge era- Creating workspaces that can appeal to all generations and levels of experience- The concept of the workspace as a 'private club'- Principles of neurodiverse office designThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. If you've ever wondered what good can come of AI for HR, meet Human Intelligence. It uses the uniquely authentic data of Workhuman's #1 rated employee recognition platform to uncover insights into good culture, skills, performance, and more. It also helps coach employees on what good peer-to-peer recognition looks like, turning every “good job” into better engagement, retention, and wellbeing. And it surfaces feel-good stories that illustrate the best of your company culture. Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.comand join their force for good.

This is a special question and answer examination of how Mervyn and Nicki got started on this Paper Lab Studios Odyssey.

It's Gibos favourite show of the week, Monday Flogfest! What's starts off with the guys looking up different kinds of spam ends up the flogs agreeing to food challenge next week. The line was drawn at whole chooks in a can because well....thats fucking disgusting!Again you legends have have out done yourselves with this week's calls.What a way to start your week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HR Means Business: Increasing HR's Impact in Facilitating ChangeHost: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Lucy Adams, CEO of Disruptive HRIn this podcast interview Mervyn talks to Lucy Adams, former HR Director and author of the books HR Disrupted and The HR Change Toolkit, about dealing with disruption and emerging trends, and how to help bring about change in organisations.During the conversation they discuss:- Assessing an organisation's 'fitness' for embracing change and disruption- Emerging AI technology- Effectiveness of RTO mandates - How HR leaders can balance the demands and preferences of different generations in the workplace- Rethinking D&I initiatives- Shifting HR mindsetsThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. If you've ever wondered what good can come of AI for HR, meet Human Intelligence. It uses the uniquely authentic data of Workhuman's #1 rated employee recognition platform to uncover insights into good culture, skills, performance, and more. It also helps coach employees on what good peer-to-peer recognition looks like, turning every “good job” into better engagement, retention, and wellbeing. And it surfaces feel-good stories that illustrate the best of your company culture. Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.

HR Means Business: HR's Role in Managing and Developing the Workforce of the FutureHost: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Andrew Spence, the Workforce FuturistIn this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Andrew Spence, also known as the Workforce Futurist, about his latest research and writing on current workforce trends and a look ahead to some of the features - and challenges - of the future workforce.- How work is designed and the ways in which this is changing- Impact of emerging workplace technology- The rise of the decentralised workforce and how technology can help managers- Productivity vs Performance in an AI driven world- The potential for a 'loneliness epidemic' amongst the workforce - Scope for creativity in the future workforceThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. HR is about to change for good with the power of Human Intelligence. By combining AI and the rich data of Workhuman's #1 rated employee recognition platform, Human Intelligence answers HR's most demanding needs…unlocking insights and capabilities that redefine talent management, cultural transformation, and employee engagement — ultimately elevating performance and, above all, people. The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.

Never has there been more persecution, and therefore never more need for what Merv has given the last 46 years of his life towards through Christian Solidarity Worldwide - going to the toughest places, meeting victims of prejudice, making sure they know they're not forgotten, and lobbying for justice and freedom, with some amazing stories along the way.Check out csw.org.uk Contact mervynthomas[@]csw.org.uk ---Pre-order the Inspired Book nowSupport our work in Burundi: greatlakesoutreach.org/inspired ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---Follow us on Instagram: @inspiredwith.sgWeekly episode WhatsApp link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠greatlakesoutreach.org/whatsappWeekly email notification: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠greatlakesoutreach.org/inspiredemail⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more from Simon, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠simonguillebaud.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---Produced by Great Lakes Outreach - Transforming Burundi & Beyond: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠greatlakesoutreach.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

HR Means Business: HR Leading the Charge for Meaningful ChangeHost: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Lucinda Carney, Author, Psychologist, and Founder of Actus Performance ManagementIn this podcast interview Mervyn talks to Lucinda Carney, author of the best selling book "How to Be a Change Superhero" about HR's role in communicating and facilitating organisational change.- Creating a safe environment for change- The role of leadership in change management - Effective communication and understanding the 'why' behind change- Technology as a driver of change but also as potentially a reason for its failure- Involving all employees in the change process- Recruiting for adaptabilityThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. HR is about to change for good with the power of Human Intelligence. By combining AI and the rich data of Workhuman's #1 rated employee recognition platform, Human Intelligence answers HR's most demanding needs…unlocking insights and capabilities that redefine talent management, cultural transformation, and employee engagement — ultimately elevating performance and, above all, people. The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.

HR Means Business: HRs Role in Creating High Performing OrganisationsHost: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Ronan Harrington, International Keynote SpeakerIn this podcast interview Mervyn talks to Ronan Harrington, an International Keynote Speaker and Resilience & High Performance Expert, about the role that HR can play in helping leaders create and maintain high performing organisations.During the conversation they discuss:- What is a high performing organisation- How leaders can maintain a sustainable level of high performance- Organisational and individual resilience- Impact on mental health and wellbeing- Balancing goal orientation with supporting their people- Gen Z and high performing teamsThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. HR is about to change for good with the power of Human Intelligence. By combining AI and the rich data of Workhuman's #1 rated employee recognition platform, Human Intelligence answers HR's most demanding needs…unlocking insights and capabilities that redefine talent management, cultural transformation, and employee engagement — ultimately elevating performance and, above all, people. The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.

Mr. Manoj Udatiyawala, a senior journalist and SBS Sinhala reporter, presents the latest news highlights from Sri Lanka today, February 28th. - SBS සිංහල සේවය ගෙනෙන "මවුබිමෙන් පුවත්" - මාධ්‍යවේදී මනෝජ් උදටියාවල ශ්‍රී ලංකාවේ සිට වාර්තා කරයි

Host: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Zena Everett, Award winning author and speakerIn this podcast interview Mervyn talks with executive coach and award winning business author Zena Everett about HR's role in helping to build team dynamics and trust whilst addressing every day people problems.During the conversation they discuss : What can cause conflict at work and how can it best be resolvedThe complexity of dealing with everyday people problemsThe role of managers and how to coach themConflict resolutionThe impact of remote, flexible and hybrid working on team dynamicsBuilding trust within teamsThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Host: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Barbara Wilson, Founder and Director of Working with CancerIn this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Barbara Wilson - Founder of the social enterprise 'Working With Cancer' - about their latest research on how organisations can help support those in their workforce who have had, or are having, treatment for cancer. During the conversation they discuss : Why do so few organisations seem to have a cancer policy in placePoor level of coaching offered to managers and directors to have necessary sensitive conversations with employees having cancer treatment (78% have not provided training)Why work is so important to cancer patients undergoing treatmentWhat workplace adjustments are offered, and which ones are still neededThe need for HR to have clear policies and practices that are easily accessible and understood by employees Reintegrating employees after their cancer treatmentAdvice for HR on having open conversations and the need to be understanding and supportiveThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

This week's episode takes us back to the Yield tour to cover Pearl Jam's first headlining arena gig in Minnesota. With only a few shows under their belt in the early onset of the Matt Cameron era, the band was starting to figure out their stride with the new, then temporary, drummer. The crowd was red hot for every performance and every hiccup within this set, which led to some surprised reactions from Ed, who didn't have the show in mind as a sleeper show. The big story coming out of this show stemmed from a callback to something that The Who did in their live shows. After years of playing My Generation ad nauseum, they turned the song into a very riffy, blues influenced jam. This is something that Ed, a lifelong Who fan, picked up on and started to utilize during Porch in a similar fashion back around the mid-2000's. This was the first instance where they dabbled in it. We'll talk about the history of both My Generation blues and the slow/riffy Porch intros and how it became a staple for them much later in their live career. We'll also dig into great performances of Brain Of J., Faithfull, Even Flow, Black and very early versions of Pilate and All Those Yesterdays which were rarely played that year. Joining us for this episode is our longtime friend Kirk Walton who we like to call Mr. Minnesota. He'll share his story about the show which included a trip to Mervyn's of California, and we'll also get to chat about the misery that Minnesota sports fans endure. Visit the Concertpedia - http://liveon4legs.com Contact the Show - liveon4legspodcast@gmail.com Donate to the Show - http://patreon.com/liveon4legs

The Role Recognition Plays in Supporting Employee Mental Health and WellbeingHost: Mervyn DinnenGuest: Robert Ordever & Stuart Cheesman, O.C. Tanner EuropeToday, Mervyn talks with Robert Ordever and Stuart Cheesman about some of the key findings from O.C. Tanner's Global Culture Report 2025.During the conversation they discuss:- Importance of Recognition and Support in the workplace- How recognition can support better Mental Health at work- The role of recognition in improving employee wellbeing- How to improve the transitioning of employees to different roles- AI's role in employee recognition- Building trust in the workplaceThanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Amanda, Mervyn & James get together to discuss Arsena's festive fixture at home to newly-promoted Ipswich Town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HR's Role in Boosting Organizational Energy and Innovation Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer: People & Transformational HR Ltd In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Perry Timms, published author who is consistently ranked as one of HR's most influential thinkers, about the evolving nature of work, and some of the latest thinking and practice around organisational energy, skills based working, and innovation. During the conversation they discuss : - HR's Role in Navigating Emerging Technologies - Building internal skills inventories - Balancing the benefits of automation with the need for employees to engage in imaginative and creative tasks - Increasing organizational energy by providing stimulation, variety, exploration, and a sense of achievement - Replacing performance management with a more narrative-based and descriptive approach to employee evaluation - Re-evaluating the employer/employee relationship Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

In part two of our conversation with Dr. Mike, we discuss Mervyn's, fires, policing, and more. Listen to him discuss more about his career and becoming police chief, as well as getting a hint of Italian Mike and the stories he's bringing to parts three and four. 

Mervyn Brewster is beloved by all his employees at the factory he owns. Nevertheless, someone driving a you-know-what, has driven to Mervyn's home and shot him. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iloveoldtimeradio/support

The Evolution of Remote & Flexible Working Practices Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Gemma Dale, HR Leader In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Gemma Dale, an experienced HR Director, academic researcher and published author on remote and flexible working, about some of the latest research, insights, data and thinking on the future of remote & flexible working practices.  During the conversation they discuss: - Why Gen Z and newer graduates are ruling out non-hybrid roles - Attrition rates amongst businesses that don't offer flexible and hybrid arrangements - What is Organisational Nostalgia and is there a stigma around flexible work? - Are large companies that mandate a return to physical workplaces starting a trend, or going out on a limb? - What the research tells us about the relationship between mental health and remote/flexible working - Flexibility for the frontline workforce Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!

Grace Na is the founder and creative director of Pistola, a LA-based premium denim label offering contemporary ready-to-wear collections designed by women for women who are going places. Grace started her career in fashion as a planner at the department store Mervyn's and quickly climbed the ranks in the industry, eventually landing an executive role at BCBG. Along the way, she realized there was a big gap in the market for denim designed for women that was stylish, functional, and accessible. She left her corporate career and launched Pistola in 2013 to fill that void. Over a decade later, Pistola is now an eight-figure business with a growing direct-to-consumer channel and has placement in top retailers like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Shopbop.In this episode, Grace shares her journey growing up with immigrant parents, the valuable lessons she learned, and how early career rejections led her to pursue a job in the fashion industry. We discuss how she ideated the concept for Pistola and the key factors that fueled its year-over-year growth since they launched. Grace also reflects on the brand's hypergrowth during the pandemic and the many challenges that came with it. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of self-care in sustaining the life of a founder and mother of three, as well as the leadership skills needed to manage a growing team. We also chat about how to build an authentic brand, what people get wrong in entrepreneurship, the importance of community when building your business, and so much more. In this episode, we'll talk to Grace about:* Grace's upbringing and early fascination with fashion. [03:07]* Career path: from finance to fashion. [07:07]* How early career experiences shaped Grace's entrepreneurial mindset. [10:52]* The first steps in building her brand. [17:47]* Taking the leap and going all-in with Pistola. [21:09]* Building self-confidence in the early stage of business. [23:42]* Challenges faced in running a family business. [27:26]* How to market & create brand authenticity. [32:45]* Transitioning from wholesale to direct-to-consumer. [35:21]* Navigating hypergrowth during the pandemic. [37:55]* The importance of self-care. [42:01]* Key entrepreneurial lesson: nothing in life is perfect. [49:45]* Pistola's spotlight: Greta Gerwig wearing the pink jumpsuit on the Barbie set. [52:22]* Lessons learned in leadership and resilience. [55:05]* Future plans for Pistola. [59:49]This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya's seed cycling bundle.* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Grace:* Website: https://www.pistoladenim.com/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pistoladenim/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grey_slim/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we welcome guests Mervyn and Nicole McKoy from Paper Lab Studios to discuss their work and GalaxyCon, as well as Cape & Cowl Con. Starring Ryan Higgins, Brock Sager, Kevin Sharp, Toby Sidler, Lane Terasaki, and special guests Mervyn and Nicole McKoy.