Taming The Ferrets

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Experience New Zealand's most AWARDING business podcast! A collection or group of Ferrets is called a ‘business.’ Taming the Ferrets shares and dissects the stories behind local founders, entrepreneurs, leaders, figureheads, operators and employees. The show offers key insights, tips, tricks, hacks and breakthrough moments and the stories of who these people are, why they do what they do, and where they do it…all in 45 minutes or less. Insightful, honest, hilarious and controversial...Taming the Ferrets crawls up the trouser-leg of convention and goes where other business podcasts fear to tread. Taming the Ferrets a ThePodHub.com Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Taming the Training: Ray Pickett

    5d ago

    Taming the Training: Ray Pickett

    Ray has multiple ferrets to tame. In this solo podcast Tony and Ray jump into the Private Tertiary Education sector, Activate Education Group, Ministry of education and how resources for the training sector are being develop and tested.  Ray is CEO of AEG and its multiple subsidiaries ranging form health and safety, to ICT and software development providing 75% of education resources to New Zealands PTE sector.  A huge proponent of community welfare and support as well as his love for his adopted city, Ray stands by the philosophy of Long term consistency will always beat short term intensity.    Tune in to see how he manages all the staff and students across the country…. But be warned…  you may actually learn something!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  2. Taming the Finance: Armadeep Singh

    May 25

    Taming the Finance: Armadeep Singh

    Armadeep Singh shares a journey rooted in community, finance, and long-term impact, bringing together his experience in accounting, banking, and property development as Group Financial Controller at Pragma Property Group. Having grown up in Waikato with strong ties to rural life and family values, his career path evolved from Deloitte and over a decade in banking into helping shape Pragma’s growth strategy. More than overseeing numbers and financial performance, Armadeep focuses on aligning people, systems, and opportunities to create sustainable outcomes across housing, business, and community development. Throughout the conversation, Armadeep highlights a human-centered approach to property and economic growth, emphasizing that housing is more than buildings—it creates stability, opportunity, and stronger communities. He discusses Pragma’s long-standing history, from its origins as a family clothing business in Fiji to becoming a major contributor to Hamilton’s development through housing, industrial projects, and accommodation initiatives. His vision extends beyond construction and profit, focusing on financial literacy, local employment, supporting suppliers, and addressing social challenges such as housing accessibility and homelessness. At the heart of his philosophy is a belief that meaningful progress happens through collaboration, long-term thinking, and investing in people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  3. Taming the Computer Science: Annika Hinze

    May 4

    Taming the Computer Science: Annika Hinze

    Lets start with the basics…..Annika Hinze is a Professor in Computer Science at the University of Waikato, and Head of the School for Computing and Mathematical Sciences.  So yes, we felt well underqualified for this conversation!   Annika originally studied Technical Mathematics, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the Technical Universität Berlin, Germany and received her PhD in Computer Science from the Freie Universität Berlin, Germany., She joined the University of Waikato in 2003.    We dive a bit more into the world of University structures, human centred AI and technology, the future of students, learning and preparing for the workforce.  Of course we also get into the move from Berlin to Hamilton and what spurs her on to stay and a little bit of future gazing.  A great episode for those wondering who is behind the students or wondering if University is the way of the future or not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  4. Taming the Real Estate: Megan Smith

    Apr 27

    Taming the Real Estate: Megan Smith

    Having come from a highly successful career in leading Management, Sales and Marketing roles across companies, including Hill Laboratories, Bowel Cancer NZ and Fonterra, Megan is now enjoying the autonomy and independence of working in the residential property market.  Megan drives on 3 points: Count on her to get it doneMaking like easierWill see it through We discuss the transition from corporate world to Real Estate, what the jump looked like, how her family drove and supported her decision (or not) and what philanthropy looks like for Megan. Listen to this to understand the transition from employment to self employed, community support, the highs and lows that tenacity and resilience can bring, and how to work with a family and 2 dogs!  Megan tames many ferrets and is a great to hear how she does it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  5. Taming the Fastfood: Pj & Pooja Goel

    Apr 20

    Taming the Fastfood: Pj & Pooja Goel

    What a F N episode! Faith, Family, Friends and Fast Food- a lot of Fs in it!  From one side of the world to the other, PJ and Poojah Goel have experienced loss, theft, security challenges, health and family stresses. Through it all, they have gone from employees, to liquor store owners, to community leaders, to fast food magnates and philanthropic extraordinaires. An incredible journey of self belief, resilience, working as a couple, communication, community and the relentless attitudes for the goels to meet their goals! Achieving so m uch at young ages and so much more to give, this is a great episode to motivate you to work hard, work smart and have the believe you can! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  6. Taming the Copy & Print: Steve Moulden

    Apr 13

    Taming the Copy & Print: Steve Moulden

    Steve Moulden constantly states it is a privilege and the right choice of living and raising a family in one of the most beautiful countries in the World, and in the “epicenter" of it all….. Hamilton…. (he also loves to debate this one!)   For the past few decades Steve and his team has provided servicing and a range of Photocopier equipment to Hamilton businesses.   During that time, they have been privileged enough to have won Australasian Dealer of the year for four years    Part of that success is driven in the team of good people who know how to work hard and have fun.   TGHe other key element is that Steve loves the the industry and wants to attract people that also have a passion to nourish it and if you give outstanding service and know your product or service better than anyone else then you give yourself a better chance of succeeding.   Find out more in this podcast, more about copier world, mistakes and success of multiple location ownership and partnership as well as running a commercial business and a family!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min
  7. Taming the Infrastructure: Pienaar Piso

    Apr 2

    Taming the Infrastructure: Pienaar Piso

    Pienaar Piso is a prominent businessman and entrepreneur based in Hamilton, New Zealand. Originally from South Africa, he emigrated as a teenager and built his foundation through hard work alongside his father, who has been a constant mentor and guiding influence in his journey. In this podcast, Pienaar explains why New Zealanders that grow up and are educated here, have such an unfair advantage, and how he still managed to ‘win’. Pienaar founded Vision Complete Earthworks (VCE) in 2007, a company that has since become a major player in the Waikato civil construction industry. It has grown from a single truck and digger to a fleet of over 40 machines. The company specialize in large-scale subdivisions and residential earthworks, completing hundreds of house pads annually. Impacting and creating the landscape of Hamilton.  His “side project” is converting the tallest building in the CBD into the Pullman Hotel and is a strong advocate for council responsibility on infrastructure. Pienaar is known in the community as a mentor and motivational speaker and is passionate about the Waikato region and his Christian faith. We deep dive into family dynamics, mentorship, resilience, stress management and you don't have to be nasty to be kind!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
  8. Taming the Chaos: Steve Fallon

    07/08/2025

    Taming the Chaos: Steve Fallon

    Steve Fallon is an online marketing guru. Serving many businesses over the years and adding to top and bottom lines.  With a history in medical sales and marketing, he has taken the “Prognosis without Diagnosis is Malpractice” philosophy to the online marketing world   With a focus on improving productivity through technology and really looking at the data and what drives sales through marketing, Steve has learnt and developed technology to help the "everyday business person” to achieve great things and to have a life outside of work and business.    Analysis, Adaption, Application and Adaption make Steve and his team help small businesses clear their thinking and let technology do some the heavy lifting.   Find out what productivity means to Steve, how we can improve it and how anyone can learn new things, form anywhere in the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
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Experience New Zealand's most AWARDING business podcast! A collection or group of Ferrets is called a ‘business.’ Taming the Ferrets shares and dissects the stories behind local founders, entrepreneurs, leaders, figureheads, operators and employees. The show offers key insights, tips, tricks, hacks and breakthrough moments and the stories of who these people are, why they do what they do, and where they do it…all in 45 minutes or less. Insightful, honest, hilarious and controversial...Taming the Ferrets crawls up the trouser-leg of convention and goes where other business podcasts fear to tread. Taming the Ferrets a ThePodHub.com Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    ThePodHub.com
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
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