Best Book Summary Website Podcasts (2025)

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#73 Developing Your Coaching Craft 35:05

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our membership options and coaching community at www.theconstraintscollective.com where you can access podcast summaries, narrated presentations, early release podcasts and monthly online meet ups with experts from the Constraints Collective. Support the running of the podcast at patreon.com/TheCon…

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#72 Mark O'Sullivan 1:14:03

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our membership options and coaching community at www.theconstraintscollective.com where you can access podcast summaries, narrated presentations, early release podcasts and monthly online meet ups with experts from the Constraints Collective. Support the running of the podcast at patreon.com/TheCon…

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#71 Round Up 5 27:05

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our membership options and coaching community at www.theconstraintscollective.com where you can access podcast summaries, narrated presentations, early release podcasts and monthly online meet ups with experts from the Constraints Collective. Support the running of the podcast at patreon.com/TheCon…

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#70 New Website and Book 15:19

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our membership options and coaching community at www.theconstraintscollective.com where you can access podcast summaries, narrated presentations, early release podcasts and monthly online meet ups with experts from the Constraints Collective. Support the running of the podcast at patreon.com/TheCon…

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#69 Podcast Summary 5 - Eric Brymer 41:07

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our membership options and coaching community at theconstraintscollective.com where you can access podcast summaries, narrated presentations, early release podcasts and monthly online meet ups with experts from the Constraints Collective. Support the running of the podcast at patreon.com/TheConstra…

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#68 The Value of Opposed and Unopposed Practice 37:24

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In this episode, we dive into one of coaching’s most persistent debates: Should athletes learn through unopposed drills or through messy, opponent-driven, game-like action? A new paper entitled "The value of opposed and unopposed practice: An ecological dynamics rationale for skill development" argues that if we want athletes to develop skills that…

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#67 Stuart Armstrong 1:31:08

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Stuart Armstrong is a workforce development system builder, learning innovation architect, skill acquisition specialist, and ecological dynamicist, and host of the Talent Equation Podcast. Enjoy!By The Constraints Collective

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#66 Round Up 4 35:25

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In this episode we discuss an article from The Athletic entitled “What is the CLA? Inside the revolutionary coaching method quietly fuelling the world’s best athletes.” We reflect on the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in coaching challenging the notion that it’s a “revolution,” since the foundational work by Carl Newell is nearly 40 years old. The …

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#65 Podcast Summary 4 - Jonny Headrick 27:57

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Dr Jonathon Headrick is a lecturer and researcher in the field of exercise and sports science. He is also an accredited Exercise (AES) and Sports (ASpS) Scientist recognised by ESSA. Dr Headrick's expertise lies in skill-acqusition and learning design in sport, with applications spanning junior development through to elite level performance context…

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#64 Do we need skill acquisition specialists in sport? 32:21

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online coaching community. In this episode we ask the question 'Do sport organisations need skill acquisition specialists?'. We explore how a skill ac…

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#63 Matt Miller-Dicks 1:14:39

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online coaching community. Matt Miller-Dicks is an Associate Professor in Skill Acquisition in the School of Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences at …

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#62 Round Up 3 41:25

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online coaching community. In this episode we reflect on a busy September, with a spotlight on Ian’s recent work in Bangladesh cricket. Invited by the…

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#61 Podcast Summary 3 30:51

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In this episode, we summarise our conversation with football coach and thinker, Jamie Hamilton. Jamie’s unique blend of practical coaching experience and deep theoretical exploration has shaped his insights into positional and relational approaches in football. We explore how culture, adaptability, and authenticity influence coaching, and why footb…

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#60 Let's ditch the ecological/information processing dualism 35:25

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online coaching community. In this episode we explore the longstanding debate between cognitive and ecological approaches to skill acquisition and coa…

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#59 Liam Bromilow 1:02:54

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online coaching community. Liam Bromilow is an educator, leader, learning designer, and skill acquisition specialist. With over 20 years of experience…

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#58 Round Up 2 36:52

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online community. In this episode we discus recent projects and developments in coaching and skill acquisition. Key topics included contributions to a…

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#57 Ross Pinder Podcast Summary 28:17

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online coaching community. In this episode we summarise the Ross Pinder podcast, a thought-provoking conversation that has sparked plenty of debate in…

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#56 Ways of Knowing in Coach Development 1:12:47

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If you're getting value from our podcast check out our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective where you can access member only podcasts and monthly meet ups, a range of resources and an online community. In this episode we discuss a paper entitled 'Reconceptualising Constructive Alignment within the epistemological distinction of ways…

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#55 Ian McCall 1:12:02

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Ian McCall is a Scottish football coach who currently owns Corinthian Creative, a company focused on providing coaching resources and workshops. He is also involved in delivering workshops for clubs looking to improve coaching and player development. If you're getting value from our podcast check our Patreon site at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollec…

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#54 Round Up 1 52:53

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In this episode, Martyn and Ian reflect on a busy month of work and sport, discussing recent projects in PhD supervision and applied coaching research. Topics include early specialization in ballet, creativity in team sports, remote coaching, and representative practice in rugby sevens. They also explore the cultural and environmental influences on…

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#53 Podcast Summary 1 35:17

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In this episode we summarise our chat, and discuss key learning, with Ed Coughlan, Alan Dutton & Sam Jermyn.By The Constraints Collective

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#52 The ecological dynamics of cognizant action in sport 38:24

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In this theory to practice episode we discuss a recent paper entitled 'The ecological dynamics of cognizant action in sport'. Link to paper https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1469029225001347By The Constraints Collective

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#51 Ed Coughlan, Alan Dutton & Sam Jermyn 1:14:21

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Ed, Alan and Sam are skill acquisition specialists who work to bridge the research practice gap in applied settings. They work in individual and team sports across the performance pathway.By The Constraints Collective

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#50 Ross Pinder 1:31:32

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If you're a coach or high-performance thinker getting value from this podcast, join our Patreon community at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective Even $5/month helps keep it going — and you’ll unlock bonus podcasts, presentations, monthly meet ups and coaching insights. Ross is a skill acquisition specialist who has worked collaboratively to suppor…

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#49 Alex Sarama 1:04:03

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Alex Sarama is the founder of Transforming Basketball. He is widely regarded as an industry-leading practitioner within the field of contemporary skill acquisition and more specifically, the usage of the constraints-led approach. Sarama's bestselling Amazon book, Transforming Basketball, was released in April 2024. He has delivered clinics in over …

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#48 Jonny Headrick 1:15:37

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Dr Jonathon Headrick is a lecturer and researcher in the field of exercise and sports science. Jonny's expertise lies in skill-acquisition and learning design, where he continues to engage and collaborate with a range of sporting organisations and partners including the AIS, QAS, Paralympics Australia, Cricket Australia, Swimming Australia, Surfing…

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#47 Affordances 58:28

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In this episode Keith, Ian and Martyn discuss Gibson's theory of affordances. Level up your coaching game and join our Patreon community at patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollectiveBy The Constraints Collective

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#46 Albert Deuker 1:02:22

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As a sports science expert with a deep-seated passion for soccer coaching, Albert's academic and professional pursuits are anchored in a profound enthusiasm for enhancing sports performance. This journey has led him to specialize in the field of Ecological Dynamics, a framework that aligns with his approach to understanding and improving performanc…

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#45 Matt Wigham 1:11:58

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Matt Wigham is a Tennis Australia Master Club Professional and LTA Level 4 Tennis Coach. He also holds a master's degree in psychology. Matt has been a full-time tennis coach for the past 15 years, both in the UK and Australia, working as a private coach, as well as on behalf of the LTA and Tennis Australia delivering workforce development initiati…

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#44 Marco Perazzo and Scott Sievewright 1:36:40

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This week we are joined by Marco Perazzo from New Jersey Martial arts (www.njmaonline.com) and Scott Sievewright from Primal MKE. MMA and grappling coaches working through an ecological coaching approach. Enjoy! Check out our Patreon site patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollectiveBy The Constraints Collective

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#43 Nonlinear Pedagogy Underpins Intrinsic Motivation in Sports Coaching 39:39

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In this episode Keith, Martyn and Ian discuss the role nonlinear pedagogy can play in supporting intrinsic motivation in sports coaching. Link to paper https://opensportssciencesjournal.com/contents/volumes/V5/TOSSJ-5-88/TOSSJ-5-88.pdf The Constraints Collective Patreon site: patreon.com/TheConstraintsCollective…

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#42 Carl Woods 1:10:34

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Carl Woods is currently an Associate Professor of Skill Acquisition at the University of Queensland and the Queensland Academy of Sport. His research orients three primary themes: 1) theoretical developments to, and advancements for, the discipline, 2) applied insights to guide practice task design in high performance sport, and 3) environmental de…

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#102 Useful Not True - Book Summary | Why Truth Doesn’t Matter as Much as You Think 23:57

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Useful Not True Book Summary | Why Truth Doesn’t Matter as Much as You Think What if the question “Is this true?” is the wrong one to ask? In Useful Not True, Derek Sivers flips the script on how we think about truth, beliefs, and reality. Instead of obsessing over what's factually accurate, Sivers asks a more powerful question: Is this belief usef…

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#41 Greg Souders 1:14:30

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Greg Souders is a jiu-jitsu black belt under David Jacobs who worked extensively with Lloyd Irvin and is the founder of Standard Jiu-Jitsu, one of the top no-gi jiu-jitsu/submission wrestling gyms in the sport. Greg is known for his novel approach to grappling based on Ecological Dynamics, a methodology he used to develop highly successful athletes…

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#101 The Comfort Crisis - Book Summary | Why Discomfort is the Key to Growth 20:40

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The Comfort Crisis Book Summary | Why Discomfort is the Key to Growth Michael Easter’s The Comfort Crisis isn’t just a wake-up call—it’s a blueprint for reclaiming strength, resilience, and purpose in a world obsessed with ease. In a time when everything is designed for comfort, Easter challenges us to do the hard things, get uncomfortable, and red…

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#100 Better Small Talk - Book Summary - Go From Awkward to Effortless Conversations 25:25

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Better Small Talk Book Summary | How to Go From Awkward to Effortless Conversations What if small talk didn’t have to feel fake, forced, or awkward? In Better Small Talk, Patrick King shows that anyone can learn to spark meaningful conversations, build real connections, and never run out of things to say—no charisma required. In this Book Summary, …

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#40 A Patreon special, live from the 5th Movement Skills Acquisition Conference 50:08

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This week we are joined by some of our Patreon members live from the 5th Movement Skills Acquisition Conference.By The Constraints Collective

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#99 Meditations for Mortals - Book Summary | Oliver Burkeman - Part 1 1:15:36

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Meditations for Mortals Book Summary | Oliver Burkeman on Why You’ll Never Get Everything Done What if the key to a meaningful life isn’t doing more—but accepting that you can’t do it all? In this powerful summary of Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman, we break down the first 14 daily meditations from this practical and philosophical guide.…

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#98 - The Obstacle Is the Way Book Summary | 15 Life-Changing Lessons from Stoic Wisdom 38:56

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The Obstacle Is the Way Book Summary | 15 Life-Changing Lessons from Stoic Wisdom Life rarely goes as planned—we lose jobs, face rejection, and hit painful setbacks. But what if those very obstacles are the way forward? In this powerful summary of Ryan Holiday’s The Obstacle Is the Way, we break down 15 transformative ideas that will forever change…

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#39 Martyn and Ian discuss creativity in coaching 49:58

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In this week's episode Martyn and Ian discuss creativity in coaching. Check out our Patreon site at https://www.patreon.com/c/TheConstraintsCollectiveBy The Constraints Collective

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#97 The Courage to Be Disliked - Concise Book Summary 30:56

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The Courage to Be Disliked Book Summary | How to Stop Seeking Approval Most of us spend our lives trying to be liked. But what if true happiness comes from the exact opposite? Based on the groundbreaking ideas of Alfred Adler, The Courage to Be Disliked reveals why seeking validation holds us back—and how letting go of approval leads to true freedo…

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#38 Mike Maloney, skill acquisition specialist 1:25:35

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Michael is a skill acquisition specialist who has worked within the National Institute Network (Australia) as a practitioner and researcher since 2012. He has a PhD in skill acquisition in sport, with a focus on practice methods for skill retention and transfer. Michael has had industry appointments as a skill acquisition specialist at the South Au…

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#96 The Motivation Myth - Concise Book Summary 27:17

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The Motivation Myth Book Summary | Why Motivation is Overrated Jeff Haden’s The Motivation Myth starts with a game-changing idea: Motivation isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you create. If you’ve ever believed that motivation is the key to success, this book will flip your perspective and show you how to build unstoppable momentum. In th…

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#95 Master the Art of Reframing: 5 Steps to Change Any Situation 21:21

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Master the Art of Reframing: 5 Steps to Change Any Situation 🧠 This video is a step-by-step guide on how to reframe any situation using a five-step process called F.R.A.M.E. If you've ever felt stuck in negative thinking, overwhelmed by challenges, or trapped in old mental patterns, reframing is the key to seeing new possibilities, new choices, and…

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#37 Tom Coyd MBE, World Cup winning coach 1:21:07

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Tom Coyd is an English rugby league player and wheelchair rugby league coach. He plays for Medway Dragons in the London and South East Rugby League and is the head coach of London Roosters and the England national wheelchair rugby league team. In the King's 2023 Birthday Honours he was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire for service…

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#94 The Let Them Theory - Concise Book Summary 12:16

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The Let Them Theory Podcast Book Summary | How to Stop Overthinking & Take Back Control 🧠 You’re wasting your life trying to control the uncontrollable. The people who don’t text back, the boss who won’t promote you, the friend who drifts away—none of it is in your hands. But what if I told you the secret to peace, confidence, and freedom was just …

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#93 The Road to Character - Concise Book Summary 22:50

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The Road to Character Podcast Summary | Rethinking Success and Virtue What if everything you’ve been taught about success is missing the most important part? In this episode, we explore The Road to Character by David Brooks—a powerful reexamination of ambition, integrity, and what it means to live a truly meaningful life. This podcast breaks down w…

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#36 Rob Gray, skill acquisition specialist 1:19:46

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Rob completed his BA in Psychology at Queen’s University and his MS and PhD in Experimental Psychology at York University. After receiving his PhD in 1998, he worked as a Research Scientist for Nissan Motor Corporation in Cambridge, MA, USA. In 2001 he was appointed as an Assistant Professor in the newly formed Applied Psychology Program at Arizona…

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#92 Four Thousand Weeks - Book Summary 58:45

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Four Thousand Weeks Podcast Summary | Rethinking Time and Productivity Ever feel like there’s never enough time? In this episode, we explore Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman—a profound reexamination of how we think about time, productivity, and what it means to live a meaningful life. This podcast breaks down why the quest for efficiency ofte…

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#35 Football legend, Pete Sturgess 1:11:06

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Pete Sturgess has dedicated his life to football coaching and coach development. Pete retired in March 2023 after working at the FA for 17 years. The majority of his tenure leading the way in coaching young children in the Foundation Phase. He has long been internationally recognised as an expert in his field and his retirement year saw him recogni…