Teamcraft

Andrew Maclaren & Mark Ridley
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Teamcraft

In the Teamcraft Podcast, hosts Andrew MacLaren and Mark Ridley explore the tradecraft and witchcraft of teams. Through deep, insightful conversations they uncover how teams work and what makes them fail.Music by Tom Farrington

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Team-Based Learning in Education

    In this episode, Mark and Andrew welcome the award winning Dr. Gemma Quinn, Associate Professor in Clinical Pharmacy at the University of Bradford. Gemma discusses her pioneering work in implementing team-based learning (TBL) as a teaching strategy in pharmacy education. She explains the TBL structure, including the formation of diverse student teams, pre-work, readiness assurance tests, and application exercises. Gemma goes on to highlights the positive outcomes of TBL, such as better ex...

    1h 7m

  2. EPISODE 2

    Social Loafing and the Ringelmann Effect

    In this episode, Mark and Andrew dig into the story of the Ringelmann Effect, a phenomenon first observed by French academic Max Ringelmann that suggests that individuals produce less output when they’re in a group. They explore the historical context of Ringelmann's research and compare it with later research that coined the terms ‘social loafing’ and ‘the Sucker effect’. Discussing studies by Ingham, Latane, and Kerr, and their own insights, Mark & Andrew uncover how individ...

    1h 3m

  3. EPISODE 3

    Virtual Teams (Part 1) - From Smoke Signals to Video Calls

    In this episode, Mark Ridley and Andrew Maclaren explore the evolution and challenges of virtual teams. Inspired by Amazon CEO Andy Jassy’s recent call for employees to return to the office, our hosts discuss what defines a virtual team, the importance of trust and shared context, and how physical environments impact team dynamics. Historical examples, from Byzantine smoke signals to Apollo missions, illustrate that remote teamwork has been around longer than we may think. They also di...

    44 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Virtual Teams (Part 2) - Mars Missions and Meeting Rooms

    In this Teamcraft episode, continuing the earlier discussion in Part 1, Andrew and Mark dive deeper into the challenges and dynamics of virtual teams. They build on previous discussions, drawing from real-world examples, research insights, and their own experiences to explore the nuances of remote and hybrid team collaboration. Exploring communication protocols, cultural differences, and the unique demands of virtual team leadership, they discuss practical tips for fostering connection and m...

    57 min
  5. Punks & Pitches - Teams Inside Venture Capital

    EPISODE 5

    Punks & Pitches - Teams Inside Venture Capital

    In this Teamcraft episode, Andrew and Mark are joined by Laura Wilming, Head of Portfolio Talent at Octopus Ventures, to explore the dynamics of startup teams and venture capital. From handing out samples at a supermarket during BrewDog’s early days to scaling Harry’s from a team of of only twelve people, we hear about Laura’s journey culminating in her insights from working across the portfolio of one of Europe’s largest venture capital firms. Laura shares her stories and insights abo...

    1h 2m
  6. The origins and benefits of team psychological safety

    EPISODE 6

    The origins and benefits of team psychological safety

    Psychological safety is a crucial but often misunderstood concept in modern organizations. In this episode, Andrew and Mark take a deep dive into its origins, how it became a foundational principle of high-performing teams, and why "safe to challenge" can sometimes backfire if implemented poorly. We explore the history, research, and practical applications of psychological safety, from its early roots in therapeutic psychology to Amy Edmondson’s groundbreaking research in the 1990s, to its po...

    1h 21m
  7. Understanding the importance of personality

    EPISODE 7

    Understanding the importance of personality

    In this episode of Teamcraft, Andrew and Mark are joined by Nikita Mikhailov, an expert in psychometrics, psychologist and co-author of the book 'Personality, a User's Guide.' We dive into how understanding personality and individual differences can inform talent selection, development decisions, relationships, and even culture. Nikita explains self-narratives, personality traits like neuroticism, and the social aspects of personality. We also discuss the importance of curiosity, asking...

    51 min
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In the Teamcraft Podcast, hosts Andrew MacLaren and Mark Ridley explore the tradecraft and witchcraft of teams. Through deep, insightful conversations they uncover how teams work and what makes them fail.Music by Tom Farrington

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  • Creator
    Andrew Maclaren & Mark Ridley
  • Episodes
    22
  • Seasons
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Andrew Maclaren & Mark Ridley
  • Show Website
    Teamcraft

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