51 Episodes

  1. Classicist and bestselling writer Dame Mary Beard on what she has learnt about power

    Published: 9/12/2022

  2. Entrepreneur and philanthropist Sir Ken Olisa on the thrill of the entrepreneurial life

    Published: 2/12/2022

  3. Judge and novelist Nicola Williams on ambition and the joy of justice

    Published: 25/11/2022

  4. Motivational expert Sharath Jeevan OBE on how to reignite your inner drive

    Published: 18/11/2022

  5. Coach and coach trainer Colin Brett on "useful conversations" and our hunger for meaning

    Published: 11/11/2022

  6. Dance consultant Theresa Beattie OBE on the importance of curiosity, mastery - and cheek

    Published: 4/11/2022

  7. Award-winning poet Joelle Taylor on the life-changing power of words

    Published: 28/10/2022

  8. Internationally renowned cellist Steven Isserlis on the power of doing what you love

    Published: 21/10/2022

  9. Winner of the Global Teacher Prize Andria Zafirakou on the transformative power of art

    Published: 14/10/2022

  10. Social entrepreneur and local councillor Josh Babarinde on how to make change happen

    Published: 7/10/2022

  11. Palliative care consultant and bestselling writer Kathryn Mannix on the power of listening

    Published: 30/09/2022

  12. Writer and former Twitter VP Bruce Daisley on fortitude, laughter - and crisps

    Published: 23/09/2022

  13. Consultant and author Gabriella Braun on uncovering the hidden truths at work

    Published: 11/02/2022

  14. Bestselling writer Daniel Pink on the infinite 'to do' list and the power of regret

    Published: 4/02/2022

  15. Gaverne Bennett, teacher, social worker and timeline creator on curiosity and confidence

    Published: 28/01/2022

  16. Julie Bindel, journalist, author and 'rock star' of feminism on the joy of campaigning

    Published: 21/01/2022

  17. Joe Hildebrand, a Managing Director at Accenture on culture change and joy

    Published: 14/01/2022

  18. Bestselling writer Johann Hari on finding flow and how to get your focus back

    Published: 7/01/2022

  19. Boardroom superstar Margaret Casely-Hayford on good governance and getting things done

    Published: 17/12/2021

  20. Anne Alexander, senior political producer of Good Morning Britain, on resilience, curiosity and parties

    Published: 10/12/2021

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How do we find fulfilment as we pay the bills? In this podcast, which grew out of her previous podcast Work Interrupted, Christina Patterson talks to inspirational guests – writers, entrepreneurs, artists, doctors, comedians, scientists – about how they have managed to build a work life that brings some meaning, fun and even joy.

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