Parhaat EDGY Podcastit (2025)

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The BBC lost its way - News became fiction...! 5:41

19h ago5:41

5:41

If the BBC IS willing to fabricate words from a former U.S. President on domestic soil, what do you think they’ve done with Putin; Xi; and Iran? Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geopolitic888 On Faceb…

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100: Soul at Work: Living a Good Life in a Disruptive Age 43:24

27d ago43:24

43:24

Show Notes In this special 100th episode of Edgy Ideas, we mark a moment of reflection and celebration. Simon is joined by a panel of thoughtful voices; Chris Yates, Leslie Brissett, Eleanor Moore and Hetty Einzig, to explore a topic close to the heart, the soul at work and what it means to live a good life amidst the turbulence of our times. They …

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"Russia is the aggressor!" -- But the opposite is the truth 4:40

14d ago4:40

4:40

If the Monroe Doctrine, which warns foreign powers to stay out of the Western Hemisphere, is accepted for the US, then why isn’t Russia afforded the same strategic perimeter? Why is it “defensive” when Washington does it, but “aggressive” when Moscow draws a red line? Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0…

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Germany is COLLAPSING -- And the EU is helping STRONGLY...! 7:31

18d ago7:31

7:31

Germans are now waking up. They are now seeing who hollowed out their economy. It wasn’t Russia afterall, but their own leaders in Brussels and Berlin, marching to the Davos drumbeats. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: ht…

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Should John Bolton be executed like a TRAITOR...? 1:37

22d ago1:37

1:37

John Bolton demanded for the "execution of traitors"… Should he also be executed now that he is being accused of the same charge? Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geopolitic888 On Facebook: https://ww…

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Reckless Generals spoiling for irrelevant war in Russia - General Keane 0:37

26d ago0:37

0:37

The US claims it is not part of the Russian Ukraine conflict. Yet, here we have a general narrating on TV how they should help ukraine to strike Russia. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geopolitic888 …

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The face of Game Changing GRIFTERS…! 8:44

1M ago8:44

8:44

It’s been over 3years now since we started hearing about game changing weapons in ukraine. Till this date, we are still being manipulated by some political grifters from Ukraine, that some tomahawks from the US are going to be the new game changers to force Russia to the negotiation table. How deluded can these politicians be? Subscribe to the chan…

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Al Sharaa - A Terrorist or a President? Can the US be ever trusted? 2:20

2M ago2:20

2:20

The president, who was previously wanted with a US BOUNTY of 10 million dollars on his head, delivered the first Syrian speech at the United Nations General Assembly in decades. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: https://t…

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Toby Amusan is back in “HER” office against all odds...! 4:34

2M ago4:34

4:34

The European sports reporters were quick to remind viewers that, “allegedly”, “allegedly”, Toby Amusan could be a dopist because she ran 12.12 ONE time and missed some drug tests in the past. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twit…

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Warlord Eric Prince making profit from wars? US Mercenaries doing what they do best 12:41

2M ago12:41

12:41

Erik Prince is back—and this time to Ukraine. He is allegedly planning to acquire Ukrainian drone companies in a potential post-war defence effort. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geopolitic888 On Fa…

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„VICTIM“ Israel Strikes again – The arrogance of disgusting narcissist Netanyahu 9:11

2M ago9:11

9:11

How and why did the Zionists fail to kill the Hamas leaders in Qatar? Did the Hamas folks receive advance warning from a foreign intelligence service, such as the Russians or the Iranians? Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter…

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India learnt it the hard way - The US is only interested in INTERESTS and not FRIENDS. 5:27

2M ago5:27

5:27

Somehow, somehow, the US racketeers managed to convince India that, China was their enemy which wanted to dominate them, so they should ignore china and deal with them (US), since they are their best friends. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/…

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99: Analytic Listening 38:05

2M ago38:05

38:05

Show Notes In this episode of Edgy Ideas, Simon Western is joined by David Rothauser, psychoanalyst, organisational consultant, and executive coach, to explore the practice of analytic listening. They discuss what it means to listen beyond words, to hear silences as much as speech, and to create spaces where deeper human connection becomes possible…

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Russia writes history and not headlines - The West couldn’t „ISOLATE" Russia. 1:27

3M ago1:27

1:27

Whilst the West was busy trying to 'isolate' Russia, president Putin just upgraded his travel package to include aerial escorts. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geopolitic888 On Facebook: https://www…

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98: Freedom and Meaning: Existential Coaching Approach 36:32

3M ago36:32

36:32

Show Notes In this episode, Simon is joined by Natalie to open up the existential questions that lie at the heart of coaching: What does it mean to live well? How do we find meaning in a finite life? How do we coach for authenticity, freedom and responsibility? Far from being bleak, existentialism is revealed here as a liberating practice. Death is…

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The EU Fooling BULLY Trump…? 7:22

3M ago7:22

7:22

For a man like Donald trump, whose only habit is bullying any weak person that he can, he is easily convinced by some politicians who lick his boots. Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geopolitic888 On …

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China educates US on hypocrisy - The US sets fires while not allowing others to light a match 5:12

3M ago5:12

5:12

Finally somebody is standing up to the US bully. The US provided Patriot battery missiles, F-16 fighters, missiles, tanks, ammunitions etc but has the nerves to criticize China about --WHAT?´ Subscribe to the channels at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfNDNrM_7O49crb0QS7LfD5wDsBY6iAVU Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3393638 On Twit…

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97: Ikigai in Coaching Practice 34:03

3M ago34:03

34:03

Show Notes: Simon Western is joined by Yoko Kunii Aldous - lecturer, coach, hypnotherapist and cultural translator - to explore the deeper roots of this Japanese concept, revealing it to be less a “life purpose formula” and more a way of being-in-the-world. Yoko reflects on her journey from Japan to the UK and how living between languages and cultu…

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96: Place: Identity and Belonging 53:12

4M ago53:12

53:12

Show Notes In this episode, Simon Western is joined by Daniel B. Frank and Caro Bainbridge to explore how our connection to place shapes who we are, how we relate to others, and how we make sense of the world. They share stories of growing up in Chicago and Liverpool, revealing how personal and collective histories are held within the places we cal…

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95: The Leadership of Pope Francis 38:02

4M ago38:02

38:02

Show Notes In this episode of Edgy Ideas, Simon Western is joined by Fr. David McCallum, a Jesuit priest and Executive Director of the Program for Discerning Leadership. Together, they explore the unique leadership style of Pope Francis and what it means for the future of the Catholic Church - and humanity at large. The conversation unfolds around …

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94: Building Civil Society: Reflections from a Lebanese Activist 38:14

5M ago38:14

38:14

Show Notes In this episode, Simon Western speaks with Lebanese scholar and activist Karim Safieddine. Together, they discuss the vibrant and volatile political landscape of Lebanon, exploring how social movements, intellectual traditions, and grassroots activism collide and coalesce in the streets of Beirut. Karim shares his personal story of growi…

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93: Living Through Conflict: Insights from Ukraine 33:28

6M ago33:28

33:28

Show Notes In this compelling and deeply human episode, Simon speaks with Daria (Dasha) Kuznetsova, a Ukrainian humanitarian professional working amidst the war in Ukraine. Daria brings a grounded yet emotionally resonant perspective on what it means to live in a war zone - not just physically, but psychologically and spiritually. She discusses how…

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Between Worlds: A HUGE Mistake and One Woman's Extraordinary Near-Death Experience 44:17

7M ago44:17

44:17

What happens when you're given a 1% chance of survival and doctors tell your family it's time to let you go? For Elle Saramaga, this critical moment led to an extraordinary journey beyond physical consciousness that would forever transform her understanding of human existence. After a physician mistakenly administered the wrong medication, Elle exp…

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92: Modern Temples of Power 45:41

7M ago45:41

45:41

Show Notes In this conversation, Chris Yates and Simon Western discuss how organizations have become modern temples of power, shaping societal norms in positive and challenging ways. Organizations offer spaces to be productive, to deliver services and to provide meaning and development for individuals, yet they also can stifle individuality and fee…

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91: Racial Consciousness in Coaching and Work 38:51

8M ago38:51

38:51

Show Notes In this episode Bernice Hewson and Simon Western challenge the conventional coaching paradigm, exposing its tendency to operate in a decontextualized bubble—detached from the social, political, and historical forces shaping our identities. Bernice brings personal insights from her own journey toward racial consciousness, unpacking the wa…

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Unlocking ADHD and Mental Health: Struggles to Solutions 54:37

8M ago54:37

54:37

Episode 4 - Dr Paul Corona “The Doctor for Depression” discusses his ground breaking theories on ADD/ADHD, mental health awareness and the stigma around taking medications to live your authentic life. Join my community and get your free Gratitude E-Journal. Click here to download! FOLLOW ME 🥰 ➡️ Instagram: edgy_and_ageless ➡️ TikTok: @edgy_and_agel…

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90: Narcissistic Leadership and Relational Leadership 36:56

8M ago36:56

36:56

Show Notes Prof. Manfred Kets de Vries, is a global thought leader, who is best known for applying psychoanalytic thinking to the challenges of leaders and organisations. He discusses his journey from psychoanalysis to leadership development, the societal forces that shape leaders, and the critical role of emotional awareness in navigating today’s …

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89: Psychoanalysis, the Unconscious and the Spiritual 37:49

8M ago37:49

37:49

Show Notes Professor Susan Long and Dr. Simon Western's conversation takes us on a journey into the roots of the unconscious, tracing its lineage from early philosophical thought to contemporary psychoanalysis. Susan challenges the dominant view that confines the unconscious to an individual and pathological framework, arguing instead for a more ex…

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Episode 3: From Addiction to Healing & Finding Hope in Tess's Journey 45:42

8M ago45:42

45:42

Episode 3 - What if your journey from chaos to calm could inspire others to find hope? Tess's story is a testament to enduring resilience and transformation, shining a light on the often-overlooked struggles of those burdened with reactive attachment disorder and addiction. Adopted at just three and grappling with profound feelings of disconnection…

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88: Navigating Troubled Times: Capitalism in Crisis 32:59

9M ago32:59

32:59

Show Notes In this conversation, Simon and Amitabh discuss the current state of the world characterized by a polycrisis, primarily driven by neoliberalism. They explore the implications of this crisis on civil society, the role of the left, and the importance of grassroots movements. The dialogue emphasizes the need for emotional engagement in advo…

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Episode 2: Adopting & Raising Special-Needs Kids and Rescuing Animals 1:10:02

9M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

THIS EPISODE: International Adoption, Family, and Animal Rescue with Dana Mikel, founder of ARRF San Diego & loving mom. Dana joins in the good the bad and the ugly of adoptions, including special needs children & dog rescues. Although she does not see herself this way, Dana is the epitome of giving her heart and soul to make the world a better pla…

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Episode 1: Childhood Divorce Trauma & Coming Out as a Gay Man 43:35

9M ago43:35

43:35

Our premiere episode with Tony Award Winner, Chase Thomas. Chase's story is a thoughtful perspective on growing up through a turbulent and painful divorse and coming out as a gay man in an ultra conservative environment. I know his journey will be helpful for so many. Join my community and get your free Gratitude E-Journal. Click here to download! …

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87: Ecology, Psychoanalysis and the Good Life 30:30

9M ago30:30

30:30

Show Notes In this conversation, Anna Harvey discusses her integration of psychoanalysis and ecology in her work as a senior lecturer in social work. She emphasizes the importance of understanding child protection within a broader sociopolitical context and advocates for a public health approach to social work. Anna explores how ecological perspect…

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86: AI Coaching: A Deep Dive 36:35

10M ago36:35

36:35

Show Notes: In this provocative episode, Simon and Lauri dive into the disruptive potential of AI to reshape coaching as we know it. They challenge traditional coaching paradigms, exploring how systemic coaching can integrate with AI to amplify impact. The conversation takes a sharp turn into ethics, questioning the accountability of AI designers a…

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85: Re-enchantment with First Nations Worldviews 44:16

11M ago44:16

44:16

Show Notes In this conversation, Simon and Mishel explore the significance of First Nations worldviews, and how through the modern worldview we have lost our relationships to the land and wider ecologies including our ancestors. Mishel McMahon, a proud Yorta Yorta woman living on Djaara Country, northern Victoria, Australia, and shares her lived ex…

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84: Breaking Together with Jem Bendell 39:58

12M ago39:58

39:58

Breaking Together In this conversation, Jem Bendel discusses his journey from a career in corporate sustainability to advocating for a radical shift in how we approach climate change and societal collapse. He reflects on his influential paper, 'Deep Adaptation,' which argues that the sustainability movement is no-longer appropriate and that we shou…

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83: Psychoanalysis and Humanising the Workplace with Gabriella Braun 43:59

1y ago43:59

43:59

Psychoanalysis and Humanising the Workplace Gabriella Braun, a renowned consultant and author, delves into her fascinating journey, sharing her insights from her latest book, All that we are: Uncovering the Hidden Truths Behind Our Behaviour at Work. Gabriella discusses how psychoanalytic principles can provide deep insights into organizational dyn…

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82: Reimagining Humanitarianism Using Systems Thinking with Kate Moger 44:20

1+ y ago44:20

44:20

Kate Moger is the Global Director of Pledge for Change, an NGO representing a mutual commitment towards building a stronger aid ecosystem based on the principles of solidarity, humility, self-determination and equality. Kate shares her journey in the humanitarian sector and her vision for transforming it. With over two decades of experience in vari…

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81: Social Movement Activism with Eleanor Moore 44:17

1+ y ago44:17

44:17

Eleanor shares her experiences and reflections on working closely with social movement activists for over 20 years. She lives in a Catalonian mountain village, where the Ulex Project she works for runs training and capacity-building events for a wide range of social movements. Eleanor reflects on the changes she has witnessed in social movement act…

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80: Lacan and Coaching with Leslie Goldenberg 40:25

1+ y ago40:25

40:25

Leslie is a student at the Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis of San Francisco and shares an interest with Simon about how Lacan’s work can be very useful in our coaching practice. Leslie shares how Lacan’s psychoanalytic approaches show up in her work saying the most important thing is that “it changes the way I listen”. She shares how this listeni…

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79: Reinventing Ourselves with Susan Kahn 38:59

1+ y ago38:59

38:59

This conversation goes deep into an unplanned examination of the troubles of the world and arises from these to explore the changing workplace and how we reinvent ourselves. Susan is a Jew who lives in London, and she describes her experience with both the rise of anti-Semitism and the sadness at what is happening in Gaza, as well as her deep desir…

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78: The Seasonal Organisation & Women’s Leadership with Liz Rivers 36:02

1+ y ago36:02

36:02

Liz Rivers shares her rich engagement with nature and how it informs her work in leadership and as a coach. The seasonal organisation refers back to pre-modern times and draws on the Celtic Calendar as a way of connecting our workplaces with the rhythms and cycles of the natural world. The Celtic calendar marks times in the year when the light chan…

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77: Approaching Human Disappearance Through Art with Chantal Meza & Brad Evans 42:30

1+ y ago42:30

42:30

In this fascinating and deeply insightful podcast, Chantal and Brad reflect on the meaning of disappearance. Chantal comes from Mexico where over 100,000 people have disappeared through violence and kidnapping. Human disappearance leaves a hole, an empty space, a void to which our human response is often one of confusion, desperation, pain, loss, a…

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76: What Authored The Author? How work and organisations shape us: Dr Simon Western 45:16

1+ y ago45:16

45:16

This podcast reflects on my extensive and diverse work journey, which has been profoundly enriching. Yet, it transcends a mere work biography; it delves into an emotional journey shared. Work occupies a significant portion of our lives, yet we seldom reflect on how our experiences in the workplace impact and shape us. Every time I recount this stor…

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75: Making A Difference in India with Sudarshan Suchi and Shweta Malhotra 41:45

2y ago41:45

41:45

Sudarshan and Shweta are key leadership figures in Bal Raksha Bharat (also known as Save the Children India). Sudarshan is CEO and Shweta is Head of Governance & Organisation Development. In this podcast, they generously share their thoughts and experiences. Their approach is inspiring and enlightening, and it aligns closely to the Eco-Leadership I…

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74: Refugees: A Response with Alana Chloe Esposito 37:27

2y ago37:27

37:27

Chloe is co-director of Lighthouse Relief a small NGO set up 8 years ago in Greece to respond to the influx of more than 900,000 refugees arriving in Greece from Syria at that time. Chloe shares her experience and the changing nature of the challenges they face. Initially, Greece was a very welcoming country, as Greek citizens personally and collec…

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73: The City is My Monastery with Rev Richard Carter 47:35

2y ago47:35

47:35

This podcast focuses on Richard Carter's work and life as a vicar at St Martin-in-the-field, a bustling church in Trafalgar Square London, known for its work on social justice and in particular its work with the homeless. Richard and Simon met when Simon was experiencing a deep personal trauma and loss. Richard became a very important spiritual sup…

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72: Secret Negotiators: Northern Ireland Peace Process with Niall Ó Dochartaigh 48:43

2y ago48:43

48:43

In this deeply insightful podcast, Niall shares findings and thoughts from his research and study of the conflict in Northern Ireland, published in his recent book Deniable Contact: Back-Channel Negotiation in Northern Ireland. Niall has spoken to key actors in the peace process, and in particular has sought to understand the conflict by seeking da…

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71: Napoleon: Leadership Lessons with Stephanie Jones and Jonathan Gosling 46:49

2y ago46:49

46:49

Napoleon is back in the cinemas, and apparently, there are more movies made about him than any other person, he is third on the list of most books written about a person (behind Jesus and Hitler). So what is the allure and what can we learn from this Mesianic leadership figure? To dig deep into these questions Jonathan Gosling and Stephanie Jones j…

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70: Rebalancing Society with Henry Mintzberg 37:09

2y ago37:09

37:09

In this episode, the iconic and world-renowned management expert Henry Mintzberg shares his wisdom on issues of management, organisations and how society needs rebalancing. More than this, Henry generously reflects on his own working methods and approaches, which gives a fascinating insight into his success. When asked by Simon how he sees things t…

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