Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease

Winning The Room

Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease, a podcast about human connection in the modern world. If you think about where we are headed, AI automation, separation, the only thing that can cut through that and keep us together is human connection. Have we forgotten how to do it? I'm Jonathan Pease - people call me a public speaking expert. I don't believe there is a public speaking expert out there, but I'm pretty good at getting other people to elevate their game. That's what this podcast is about. It's a deep passion of mine. We speak with industry leaders, provocative thinkers, subject matter experts to get their perspective on human connection. What is it about music that helps us connect? How do you get a deal done? Why does one joke work on one night, but not the next? The continuing aspect of every culture throughout history is that people told stories.Find out why and how you can hear at Winning The Room.  Listen to Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinningTheRoomApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-the-room-with-jonathan-pease/id1845771635Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IujNiCf7mDlIqpfk1Yk32?si=4z-aTlirSIuxvvaNnh1MPw https://www.winningtheroom.co/#podcast Produced by Myrtle & Pine Studios and The Gingerbread Man James Brettell, Laura Hartley. Executive Produced by Josh Butt and Jonathan Pease.  We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and respects to Elders past and present.

  1. 12/02/2025

    with Julie Eckersley on Leadership (part 3)

    Julie Eckersley, the former head of scripted at SBS, recently appointed Executive Director, Screen Content at Screen Queensland. Julie is a real thought leader when it comes to storytelling, and we're talking about stories and the systems that sit underneath them.  Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease is a podcast about human connection in the modern world. If you think about where we are headed, AI automation, separation, the only thing that can cut through that and keep us together is human connection. Have we forgotten how to do it? I'm Jonathan Pease - people call me a public speaking expert. I don't believe there is a public speaking expert out there, but I'm pretty good at getting other people to elevate their game. That's what this podcast is about. It's a deep passion of mine. We speak with industry leaders, provocative thinkers, subject matter experts to get their perspective on human connection. What is it about music that helps us connect? How do you get a deal done? Why does one joke work on one night, but not the next? The continuing aspect of every culture throughout history is that people told stories.Find out why and how you can hear at Winning The Room.  Listen to Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinningTheRoomApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-the-room-with-jonathan-pease/id1845771635Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IujNiCf7mDlIqpfk1Yk32?si=4z-aTlirSIuxvvaNnh1MPw https://www.winningtheroom.co/#podcast Produced by Myrtle & Pine Studios and The Gingerbread Man James Brettell, Laura Hartley. Executive Produced by Josh Butt and Jonathan Pease.  We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and respects to Elders past and present. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min
  2. 12/01/2025

    with Julie Eckersley on TV

    Julie Eckersley, the former head of scripted at SBS, recently appointed Executive Director, Screen Content at Screen Queensland. Julie is a real thought leader when it comes to storytelling, and we're talking about stories and the systems that sit underneath them.  Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease is a podcast about human connection in the modern world. If you think about where we are headed, AI automation, separation, the only thing that can cut through that and keep us together is human connection. Have we forgotten how to do it? I'm Jonathan Pease - people call me a public speaking expert. I don't believe there is a public speaking expert out there, but I'm pretty good at getting other people to elevate their game. That's what this podcast is about. It's a deep passion of mine. We speak with industry leaders, provocative thinkers, subject matter experts to get their perspective on human connection. What is it about music that helps us connect? How do you get a deal done? Why does one joke work on one night, but not the next? The continuing aspect of every culture throughout history is that people told stories.Find out why and how you can hear at Winning The Room.  Listen to Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinningTheRoomApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-the-room-with-jonathan-pease/id1845771635Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IujNiCf7mDlIqpfk1Yk32?si=4z-aTlirSIuxvvaNnh1MPw https://www.winningtheroom.co/#podcast Produced by Myrtle & Pine Studios and The Gingerbread Man James Brettell, Laura Hartley. Executive Produced by Josh Butt and Jonathan Pease.  We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and respects to Elders past and present. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    28 min
  3. 11/25/2025

    JP reflects on Matthew Grounds

    JP shares his experience of Matthew Grounds (and his wife Kimmy). The episode delves into the insights and expectations JP has regarding their interactions and the important conversations that took place. Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease is a podcast about human connection in the modern world. If you think about where we are headed, AI automation, separation, the only thing that can cut through that and keep us together is human connection. Have we forgotten how to do it? I'm Jonathan Pease - people call me a public speaking expert. I don't believe there is a public speaking expert out there, but I'm pretty good at getting other people to elevate their game. That's what this podcast is about. It's a deep passion of mine. We speak with industry leaders, provocative thinkers, subject matter experts to get their perspective on human connection. What is it about music that helps us connect? How do you get a deal done? Why does one joke work on one night, but not the next? The continuing aspect of every culture throughout history is that people told stories.Find out why and how you can hear at Winning The Room.  Listen to Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinningTheRoomApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-the-room-with-jonathan-pease/id1845771635Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IujNiCf7mDlIqpfk1Yk32?si=4z-aTlirSIuxvvaNnh1MPw https://www.winningtheroom.co/#podcast Produced by Myrtle & Pine Studios and The Gingerbread Man James Brettell, Laura Hartley. Executive Produced by Josh Butt and Jonathan Pease.  We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and respects to Elders past and present. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min
  4. 11/25/2025

    Inside Barrenjoey - Driving Success and Impact with Matthew Grounds

    In this episode of 'Winning the Room,' we sit down with Matthew Grounds to dive deep into his remarkable journey at UBS and his contributions to the success and culture of financial giant Baron Joey. Grounds opens up about the keys to maintaining consistent success, the importance of building a motivated and cohesive team, and the challenges and learnings involved. We also explore his philanthropic efforts, especially through the Hearts and Minds initiative, and his insights on balancing professional drive with personal relationships. Finally, Grounds shares his thoughts on the future, technology's impact on human connection, and the legacy he hopes to leave through Barrenjoey.  Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease is a podcast about human connection in the modern world. If you think about where we are headed, AI automation, separation, the only thing that can cut through that and keep us together is human connection. Have we forgotten how to do it? I'm Jonathan Pease - people call me a public speaking expert. I don't believe there is a public speaking expert out there, but I'm pretty good at getting other people to elevate their game. That's what this podcast is about. It's a deep passion of mine. We speak with industry leaders, provocative thinkers, subject matter experts to get their perspective on human connection. What is it about music that helps us connect? How do you get a deal done? Why does one joke work on one night, but not the next? The continuing aspect of every culture throughout history is that people told stories.Find out why and how you can hear at Winning The Room.  Listen to Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinningTheRoomApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-the-room-with-jonathan-pease/id1845771635Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IujNiCf7mDlIqpfk1Yk32?si=4z-aTlirSIuxvvaNnh1MPw https://www.winningtheroom.co/#podcast Produced by Myrtle & Pine Studios and The Gingerbread Man James Brettell, Laura Hartley. Executive Produced by Josh Butt and Jonathan Pease.  We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and respects to Elders past and present. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  5. 11/25/2025

    Finance Culture and Human Connection with Matthew Grounds

    This episode of 'Winning the Room,' we are joined by Matthew Grounds, co-founder of Barrenjoey for an exclusive dive into the world of finance culture. Matthew shares insights on the portrayal of bankers in pop culture, compares finance industries between the US and Australia, and delves into the dynamics of high-stakes boardroom meetings. Matthew also talks about the importance of personality, EQ, and self-awareness in the finance world, and his long-standing professional partnership with Guy Fowler. This episode is packed with valuable lessons and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the high-pressure environment of finance. Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease is a podcast about human connection in the modern world. If you think about where we are headed, AI automation, separation, the only thing that can cut through that and keep us together is human connection. Have we forgotten how to do it? I'm Jonathan Pease - people call me a public speaking expert. I don't believe there is a public speaking expert out there, but I'm pretty good at getting other people to elevate their game. That's what this podcast is about. It's a deep passion of mine. We speak with industry leaders, provocative thinkers, subject matter experts to get their perspective on human connection. What is it about music that helps us connect? How do you get a deal done? Why does one joke work on one night, but not the next? The continuing aspect of every culture throughout history is that people told stories.Find out why and how you can hear at Winning The Room.  Listen to Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinningTheRoomApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-the-room-with-jonathan-pease/id1845771635Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IujNiCf7mDlIqpfk1Yk32?si=4z-aTlirSIuxvvaNnh1MPw https://www.winningtheroom.co/#podcast Produced by Myrtle & Pine Studios and The Gingerbread Man James Brettell, Laura Hartley. Executive Produced by Josh Butt and Jonathan Pease.  We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and respects to Elders past and present. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min

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Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease, a podcast about human connection in the modern world. If you think about where we are headed, AI automation, separation, the only thing that can cut through that and keep us together is human connection. Have we forgotten how to do it? I'm Jonathan Pease - people call me a public speaking expert. I don't believe there is a public speaking expert out there, but I'm pretty good at getting other people to elevate their game. That's what this podcast is about. It's a deep passion of mine. We speak with industry leaders, provocative thinkers, subject matter experts to get their perspective on human connection. What is it about music that helps us connect? How do you get a deal done? Why does one joke work on one night, but not the next? The continuing aspect of every culture throughout history is that people told stories.Find out why and how you can hear at Winning The Room.  Listen to Winning The Room with Jonathan Pease Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinningTheRoomApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-the-room-with-jonathan-pease/id1845771635Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IujNiCf7mDlIqpfk1Yk32?si=4z-aTlirSIuxvvaNnh1MPw https://www.winningtheroom.co/#podcast Produced by Myrtle & Pine Studios and The Gingerbread Man James Brettell, Laura Hartley. Executive Produced by Josh Butt and Jonathan Pease.  We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and respects to Elders past and present.