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Exploring the Iconic Designs of Frank Stephenson | A Conversation with the Legendary Car Designer

Join us as we delve into the career of Frank Stephenson, the Moroccan born American automobile designer behind some of the most influential car designs of our time. From revitalizing the Mini Cooper to creating the first BMW X5, and holding director roles at Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, and McLaren, Frank shares insights on what it takes to make it in the automotive design industry.
He reflects on his favorite projects, the inspiration behind his groundbreaking designs like the McLaren P1 and Maserati MC12, and provides valuable advice for aspiring designers. Discover the blend of artistry and engineering that defines Frank Stephenson's remarkable career.


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00:00 Introduction to Frank Stephenson
00:19 Early Career Highlights
00:43 Iconic Designs and Achievements
01:03 The Fiat 500 and Beyond
01:15 Interview with Frank Stephenson
01:34 Design Philosophy and Inspirations
02:16 Favorite Projects and Reflections
03:45 The Creative Process
04:29 Nature as Inspiration
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Join us as we explore the transformation of a square mile in London around King's Cross into the UK's answer to Silicon Valley.

Featuring insights from tech pioneer Saul Klein, co-founder of Love Film (acquired by Amazon) and investor in unicorns like Monzo and Wise.

Discover the dense cluster of tech, media, and creative industries, including Google's massive expansion and the Crick Institute.

Learn about Saul's initiatives to foster local talent through Local Globe and his collaboration with Ashley Ramrachia, former Chief People Officer at THG.

Understand the key attributes for predicting high potential talent and the socio-economic challenges facing the neighborhood. Get an overview of their efforts to bridge the divide and create high-skilled jobs, as well as their innovative programs for upskilling the next generation in AI, digital, and tech sectors.


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00:00 Intro
01:49 Tour of King's Cross Tech Cluster
03:02 The Significance of Somers Town
03:28 The Five-Hour Investing Zone
04:27 Comparing Palo Alto and East Palo Alto
05:51 Healthcare Innovation in Somers Town
06:39 Addressing Inequality in Somers Town
07:29 The Legacy and Future of Somers Town
14:26 Phoenix Court Works and Community Grants
15:02 The Long-Term View of Venture Capital
17:00 The Newton Venture Program
18:38 Ashley's Journey at THG
19:40 Recruiting Talent in the Digital Age
21:34 Evaluating Talent Beyond Traditional Metrics
25:04 The Role of AI in Talent Recruitment
26:13 Transforming Lives Through Digital Upskilling
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Have you ever worked with a difficult colleague?

Of course you have, we all have.

from the passive aggressive colleagues, to the person who always plays the victim right through to the insecure boss

Amy Gallo has written THE BOOK on the 8 difficult types of co-worker

BUT, she also explains why conflict is not a bad thing and how it drives an organisation forward

Her day job is Is a contributing editor at Harvard Business Review, where she writes about interpersonal dynamics, communicating ideas, and building your career.

In this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future - she talks us through why the most worrying thing in your business can be if there is no conflict at all.

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In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, Jack Davenport discusses the significant growth of Goalhanger, expanding from 5 to 28 employees within a year, focusing on the development of a video team to support YouTube and social media content.
The conversation reveals the strategic shifts in hiring to support content production, commercial strategies, and the importance of senior hires for organizational balance.
Jack also touches on the challenges of scaling a podcast company, the move towards video content to reach broader audiences, and the future of podcasting and its job market.
Moreover, Jack shares anecdotes of working with high-profile talent and the strategic thinking behind launching successful shows. The discussion encapsulates the fluid and expansive nature of media production careers and the evolving landscape of podcasting as a medium.

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Working from home has its perks, from flexible schedules to easy access to snacks, but what about the downsides? Join us as we delve into the world of remote work with serial entrepreneur Alicia Navarro, founder of Flown – a platform revolutionising virtual coworking.

In this episode, we explore the challenges of feeling disconnected from your company and colleagues while working remotely, and how Flown aims to combat distraction and loneliness by fostering "deep work" – that highly productive mental state we all strive for.

Alicia shares her entrepreneurial journey, from inadvertently inventing affiliate links over a decade ago to her current mission with Flown. Discover how a rejection from a Google Maps job interview led her down this path and how she's navigating the ever-evolving landscape of remote work.

But it's not all business – we also dive into what it takes for humans to reach their full potential, memorable encounters like partying with Snoop Dogg, and why Alicia always brings authenticity, even if it means swearing, to her job interviews.

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In this episode of 'Jimmy's Jobs of the Future,' Science Minister Andrew discusses the role and responsibilities of being the UK's science minister, highlighting the government's commitment to making the UK a science and technology superpower through a record funding of 20 billion pounds for research and innovation.
Andrew elaborates on exciting developments in engineering biology and the strength of the UK in life sciences, mentioning the government's investment and vision for engineering biology.
He also reflects on his background as the CFO of Sky, his transition into politics, and the importance of integrating business practices into government for better performance and risk management.
Andrew advocates for public service and discusses the need for more business leaders in government, as well as the importance of innovation and the UK's position in the global market.
00:00 Intro
00:04 The Role and Vision of a Science Minister
01:51 Exciting Frontiers in Science and Technology
03:53 Transitioning from Business to Politics
06:26 The Challenges and Surprises of Government Work
09:21 Innovate UK and the Future of Innovation
13:09 Reflections on a Varied Career in Government
38:17 The Business Perspective on Upcoming Elections
42:24 Quick Fire Round: Space, Technology, and Personal Preferences
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