
In this podcast, Gareth Tennant, a former Royal Marines Officer, and Chris Kitchener, a veteran of the software development world, explore ideas and concepts around teams and teamwork, leaders and leadership, and all things in between. It’s a discussion between a former military commander and a business manager, comparing and contrasting their experiences as they attempt to work out what makes tea... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 164 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationManagementSelf-ImprovementBusiness | |||

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Really enjoying this podcast what interesting topics and have learnt lots - definitely worth a listen!
Just stumbled upon these. Loving these two guys, informative, interesting and keen to hear more
Excellent explanations and personalised examples, I am learning new perspectives which can be applied successfully to day to day situation's thanks guys.
Really interesting perspectives that apply to so many areas of life! Worth a listen! I love the stories that come out too!
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Two longtime hosts—one with a military leadership background and the other a veteran software executive—dissect leadership, teams, and organizational dynamics through practical frameworks and cross-domain examples. Episodes cycle between systems thinking, high-performance teamwork, and real-world leadership challenges, blending history, military insight, and business strategy with candid anecdotes. The conversation style is approachable and hands-on, often anchored by concrete takeaways such as how to build psychological safety, run effective debriefs, or translate elite training into civilian leadership practice. A standout aspect is the blend of high-level theory with practical, people-focused guidance and a shared willingness to challeng... more
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