Best Bruce Fisher Podcasts (2025)

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719 "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" by F Scott Fitzgerald (with Mike Palindrome) | 25 for 25 - #25 The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck 1:54:49

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In June of 1922, the twenty-five-year-old wunderkind F. Scott Fitzgerald published "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," an incredible story of fabulously wealthy people living a secret life in remote Montana. Later that month, he began composing his most famous work, The Great Gatsby. In this episode, Jacke and Mike read and discuss this early Fitzger…

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"An IDIOTIC decision!" Reaction to Dubois fight day party | Chantelle Cameron slams ‘hypocrite’ Katie Taylor😡 1:03:58

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Andy Scott and Barry Jones are joined by this week's special guests, Lawrence Okolie and Chantelle Cameron. They review the Usyk v Dubois 2 bill at Wembley including the speculation surrounding Daniel's preparations on fight day. Okolie discusses his victory over Kevin Lerena and who he plans to face next despite sustaining a bicep injury. Cameron …

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#489 Four Work Complaints Everyone Has - And Realistic Ways to Take Back Control 34:18

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In this episode, Helen and Sarah explore the common complaints we all have about work—and how to respond to them in ways that are realistic. From endless meetings, to never having time to think, they unpack why certain complaints come up so often and how to take small, doable steps forward. They share practical tactics like "co-working meetings," “…

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718 Jim - The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade (with Shelley Fisher Fishkin) | Mark Twain's Dreams 1:39:04

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In this episode, Jacke talks to eminent Twain scholar Shelley Fisher Fishkin (Was Huck Black?: Mark Twain and African-American Voices) about her new book Jim: The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade, which sheds new light on the origins and influence of Mark Twain's beloved yet polarizing figure. PLUS Jacke takes a look at the recent …

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Sam Nix—Six Steps to a Strong School Culture: A Leadership Cycle for Educational Success 22:46

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Get the book, Six Steps to a Strong School Culture: A Leadership Cycle for Educational Success Visit Sam's website www.snix3consulting.com About The AuthorSamuel Nix, EdD, has been an educator for more than twenty years with a background as a teacher, middle and high school principal, and chief of schools in a variety of school settings. He has use…

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717 Einstein and Kafka (with Ken Krimstein) | Dr Johnson Helps a Friend (and Changes the Course of Literary History) | My Last Book with Fernando Pessoa Expert Bartholomew Ryan 56:41

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It's an action-packed day at the History of Literature! First, Jacke recounts the story of Dr. Johnson racing to the aid of his friend, the playwright Oliver Goldsmith, whose landlady was threatening him with debtor's prison. Naturally, the great critic and dictionary author Johnson found a very literary way to help. Then Jacke is joined by author …

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Sheeraz stuns Berlanga🤯 | Usyk v Dubois preview | Pacquiao return debated 1:06:17

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Andy Scott and Gary Logan are joined by this week's special guest, Ellie Scotney. Ellie discusses her win over Yamileth Mercado for the WBA super featherweight title this past weekend and what's next as she moves one step closer to undisputed. The panel also reviews Hamazah Sheeraz's stunning win over Edgar Berlanga and weigh up his chances in a po…

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The New DC Football Stadium Is A Bad Deal Plus Little League Magic 57:42

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This week on the Edge of Sports podcast, we are speaking with Evan Brown, a fellow with the Sports Fans Coalition, about the brewing stadium deal for the Washington Commanders and why it isn't suitable for the District. We also speak to education activist and author (#TeachTruth) Jesse Hagopian about the Little League team he coaches, the Steelhead…

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#488 Coping with curveballs – what to do when your day doesn’t go to plan 32:28

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Ever had your day derailed by a last-minute request? A sudden change of plan? Or that dreaded moment when you're put on the spot and don’t have the answer? In this episode, Helen and Sarah explore the curveballs that show up in our working week—and how we can respond to them with more confidence and control. From tech fails to surprise tasks, curve…

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716 Icelandic Folk Legends (with Dagrun Osk Jonsdottir) | John le Carre at the Bodleian 1:01:28

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Since the first permanent settlers landed there more than a thousand years ago, Iceland has been perhaps the most unique and enchanting place in all of Europe. How fitting, then, for its people to have developed unique, enchanting, and captivating stories involving hidden people, trolls, ghosts, sea monsters, and more. In this episode, Jacke talks …

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Nathaniel Hansford—The Scientific Principles of Teaching: Bridging the Divide Between Educational Practice and Research 33:20

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Get the book, The Scientific Principles of Teaching: Bridging the Divide Between Educational Practice and Research Visit Nate's Website www.PedagogyNonGrata.com Follow Nate on X @Natejoseph19 About The GuestNathaniel Hansford has taught every grade from preK to 12th, in places as diverse as South Korea, the United Kingdom, the subarctic of Quebec, …

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715 How Did George Eliot and the Victorians Respond to Climate Collapse? (with Nathan Hensley) | People at Museums Are Losing Their Brains! | My Last Book with Stephen Browning and Simon Thomas 1:12:12

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What does it feel like to live helplessly in a world that is coming undone? If you're alive in 2025, you are probably very familiar with this feeling - and if you'd been alive in the age of Victorian literature, you might have felt that way too. In this episode, Jacke talks to author Nathan K. Hensley about his book Action without Hope: Victorian L…

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'Don't come for my character!' | Anthony Yarde talks 'weight bully' David Benavidez, hits back at critics, the Smiths and more! 1:05:26

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Andy Scott and Barry Jones are joined by this week's special guests, light heavyweight Anthony Yarde and trainer Tunde Ajayi. Yarde discusses his upcoming clash with the unbeaten WBC light heavyweight champion David Benavidez in November, as he searches for that elusive World title after two failed attempts against Sergey Kovalev and Artur Beterbie…

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#487 Ask the Expert - The Power of Influence and the Messenger Effect with Steve Martin 27:52

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How do you make sure your message gets heard—and acted on? In this Squiggly Careers Ask the Expert episode, Helen speaks with author and influence expert Steve Martin about the powerful role of the messenger in communication. Drawing on insights from his book Messengers, Steve explains how people respond differently depending on who delivers the me…

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714 The Real Charles Dickens (with Stephen Browning and Simon Thomas) | Dickens and the Theatre 1:25:00

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Charles Dickens (1812-1870) led one of the most colorful and interesting lives of any author. But while many of us are familiar with his unforgettable characters and fantastically successful novels, we often don't know the details of his difficult early life, his success as a reporter, his troubled marriage and suspected relationship with another w…

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Dave Nagel & Bruce Potter—Grading Visible Learners: Learning with Fluidity, Not Finality 33:29

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Get the book, Grading Visible Learners: Learning with Fluidity Visit the website, www.CenterForCollaborativeExpertise.com About The AuthorsDave Nagel and Bruce Potter are co-founders The Center for Collaborative Expertise. Dave’s work focuses on helping schools and districts implement Visible Learning research, assessment and feedback, and effectiv…

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713 The Odyssey (with Daniel Mendelsohn) | The History of Literature Podcast Tour! 1:34:43

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Homer's Odyssey is one of the oldest surviving works of literature - and yet, somehow, it can also feel like one of the newest. The inventive narrative structure, complex hero, and surprisingly modern themes still feel fresh, thousands of years after the poem's genesis. In this episode, Jacke talks to author and translator Daniel Mendelsohn about h…

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Johnny Fisher’s brutally honest assessment of Dave Allen rematch | Eubank Jr v Benn 2 announced 🚨 1:00:47

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Andy Scott and Gary Logan are joined by this week's special guest, heavyweight Johnny Fisher. Johnny reflects on a difficult knockout loss to Dave Allen back in May and the lessons he's learnt from the defeat. The panel also discusses the latest headlines from the world of boxing, including the announcement of Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and much…

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#486 Why you don't delegate (and what to do differently) 31:52

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Are you always doing too much yourself? Do you struggle to let go, even when you know you should? In this episode of the Squiggly Careers Podcast, Helen and Sarah explore why so many of us don’t delegate—and what we can do differently to delegate with clarity, confidence, and collaboration. Learn how to avoid the 4 common delegation mistakes and ho…

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712 Shakespeare's Greatest Love (with David Medina) | New Play About Shakespeare's Collaboration with Marlowe 59:46

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He might be the greatest writer about love that the world has ever known. But as is so often the case with Shakespeare, the biographical record raises as many questions as it answers. How often did Shakespeare fall in love, and with whom, and what happened? Who was Shakespeare's greatest love? In this episode, Jacke talks to David Medina about his …

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Patrice Bain—Powerful Classrooms: Evidence-informed Strategies and Resources 36:17

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Get the book, Powerful Classrooms: Evidence-informed Strategies and Resources Learn more about Patrice on her website, www.PatriceBain.com Follow Patrice on X @PatriceBain1 About The GuestPatrice M. Bain, Ed.S. is an award-winning teacher and author. Her research-based teaching strategies have proven successful for thousands of students. In additio…

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Emergency NBA Finals Pod! Why Achilles' Tears Matter! Or Do They? 1:17:37

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This week, we chop it up with Arya Shirazi to discuss the NBA Finals. We also discuss SGA’s place among the best in the league, and what to make of the recent spate of Achilles injuries. Zirin, The Defeat of Andrew Cuomo Would Be a Devastating Loss for Scumbag Centrism https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/andrew-cuomo-scumbag-centrism/ — http…

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711 How Does Literature Handle Atrocities? (with Bruce Robbins) | My Last Book with Hemingway Expert Alex Vernon | Who Will Come to Jacke and Emma's Party? 1:13:28

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For millennia, literature has represented humanity at its finest. Over the same period of time, human beings have been committing the worst acts of mass violence imaginable. How have authors addressed these atrocities? Have they shown an ability to look at their own nation with the critical eyes of a stranger? And if so, have works of imagination p…

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Inside the Daniel Dubois camp with Don Charles & Kieran Farrell ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch🧨 46:31

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Andy Scott and Barry Jones are joined at Daniel Dubois' gym by this week's special guests Don Charles and Kieran Farrell. The panel are joined at The Farm Gym in Borehamwood by Dubois’ trainer Don Charles who discusses how camp is going ahead of the undisputed world heavyweight title clash with Oleksandr Usyk. Co-trainer Kieran Farrell reveals what…

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#485 Why Thinking Together Boosts Team Performance 36:59

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In this episode, Helen and Sarah explore how to help teams think better—together. They share simple but powerful tools you can use to encourage reflection, collaboration, and better decision-making in your team. Discover a practical matrix to help you choose the right thinking tool for your team—whether you need to improve performance or inspire ne…

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Jheri South—Supporting Teens with ADHD and RSD 34:14

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Visit Jheri's Website www.JheriSouth.com About The GuestJheri South is a passionate advocate for teenagers, young adults, parent-child relationships, and individuals with ADHD. She empowers families, schools, and organizations to grow together, communicate effectively, and build healthier connections. Jheri is an ADHD Specialist, Teen & Parent Coac…

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Sarah Alami On Hollywood's Palestine Blacklist 1:04:51

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This week, we speak to Palestinian-American actor Sara Alami (Guardians of the Galaxy) about navigating Hollywood in a time when speaking out against genocide can mortally damage your career. Zirin, Why the LA Dodgers Stood Up to ICE https://www.thenation.com/article/society/los-angeles-dodgers-ice/ — http://www.edgeofsportspodcast.com/ | http://tw…

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710 Weird and Wonderful Stories from Ancient Greece and Rome (with Paul Chrystal) | A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT | Two Listeners Follow Their Dream (And Create Something Amazing) 1:00:09

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It's another action-packed episode! First, Jacke relays the story of a long-time listener who worked some mundane jobs before becoming an artistic bookmaker. Then Jacke talks to author Paul Chrystal about his work diving into lesser-known ancient texts for his book Miracula: Weird and Wonderful Stories of Ancient Greece and Rome. And in between, Ja…

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Send us a text All DVD series are on sale and will no longer be available once all the inventory is liquidated Now available while applies last at www.topspur.tv WE are discontinuing the production of videos on DVD format. All of our DVD series are on SALE NOW to liquidate the remaining stock. Limited supply and first come first serve until all the…

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Harlem Eubank confident ahead of Catterall clash💪| Booth: Eubank's speed will be pivotal💨 | Itauma vs Whyte confirmed for August👀 54:45

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Andy Scott and Gary Logan are joined by this week's special guests Harlem Eubank, his trainer Adam Booth and Chris Okoh. Harlem previews his upcoming fight with welterweight rival Jack Catterall in July and discusses whether his cousin Chris should take the rematch against Conor Benn after their epic first bout. Booth looks ahead to his fighter Dav…

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#484 How Role modelling leads to rewards for your career 29:09

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We often talk about the value of having a role model - someone to learn from and be inspired by. But what about the impact of being a role model? In this week’s episode, Helen and Sarah explore how being a role model can support your development, raise your profile, and help you build stronger connections at work. When you're intentional about how …

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Elena Aguilar—Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching 27:40

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Get the book, Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching Visit Elena's website, www.BrightMorningTeam.com About The GuestElena Aguilar is a writer, leader, teacher, coach and podcaster. Elena is the founder and CEO of Bright Morning Consulting, an organization committed to helping individuals and organizations create the conditions for transformat…

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709 Black American Humor (with Damon Young) | The Greatest American Joke Ever Told? 1:31:52

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DAMON YOUNG (⁠What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker: A Memoir in Essays⁠) is a Pittsburgh writer and humorist. In this episode, Jacke talks to Damon about his work editing and writing an introduction for That's How They Get You: An Unruly Anthology of Black American Humor, which emphasizes how and why Black American humor is uniquely transfixing.…

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708 Science Fact and Science Fiction (with Keith Cooper) | AI Discovers a Work of Ancient Philosophy and Dreams Up a Reading List 1:11:01

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For decades, writers and filmmakers have imagined worlds where characters can do things like watch a double sunset (on Tatooine, of course), or stand among the sand dunes of Arrakis, or gaze at the gas-giant planet Polyphemus from the moon Pandora. But even as works like Star Wars, Dune, and Avatar have enticed us with their fictional renditions of…

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George Groves and Barry Jones DEBATE Wardley-Huni stoppage 🗣️| Frank Warren talks Itauma-Whyte and Fury return 👀 1:13:54

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Andy Scott and Barry Jones are joined by George Groves and Frank Warren. We look back at Callum Simpson’s incredible win over Ivan Zucco in Barnsley and who the super-middleweight could face next. Promoter Frank Warren joins the show to discuss Fabio Wardley’s huge knockout win over Justis Hunt, Moses Itauma vs Dillian Whyte, and if we’ll see a Tys…

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#483 Ask the Expert: How to have better conversations with Jefferson Fisher 33:51

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Better conversations help you build stronger relationships, understand others more deeply, and make meaningful progress - together. In this episode, Sarah talks to Jefferson Fisher, lawyer, speaker, and best-selling author, about five common situations where conversations can get tricky. From dealing with someone very different to you, to getting i…

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Douglas Fisher—RIGOR Unveiled: A Video-Enhanced Flipbook to Promote Teacher Expertise in Relationship Building, Instruction, Goals, Organization, and Relevance 30:21

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Get the book, RIGOR Unveiled: A Video-Enhanced Flipbook to Promote Teacher Expertise in Relationship Building, Instruction, Goals, Organization, and Relevance About The Author Douglas Fisher, PhD is professor and chair of educational leadership at San Diego State University and a teacher leader at Health Sciences High and Middle College. He has pub…

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707 Emile Zola (with Robert Lethbridge) | Graham Greene's Only Ghost Story | My Last Book with Irina Mashinski 1:00:42

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For years, listeners have been requesting an episode devoted to the French novelist, journalist, playwright, and public intellectual Émile Zola (1840-1902). In this episode, Jacke talks to author Robert Lethbridge, whose new book Émile Zola: A Determined Life presents a comprehensive exploration of the life, work, and times of the celebrated French…