
A podcast for people who like the unexpected. Join the surgeon and academic Professor Roger Kneebone in conversation with unorthodox people whose careers defy traditional boundaries and who swim against the tide. Technical support by Justin Margovan - with my thanks My personal website www.rogerkneebone.co.uk Many of the people in Countercurrent feature in my book Expert: Understanding the Path to... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 277 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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A fascinating podcast, minimally edited, letting you follow what happens when two engaging minds meet in conversation.
Greatly enjoyable conversation. Extremely insightful, and delightfully honest! Much food for thought about the byways that can lead to creative, imaginative, practical and personal development when the mind is open.
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A thoughtful, cross-disciplinary conversation series that brings together practitioners from craft, music, science, education, and the arts to explore mastery, learning, and how boundary-breaking careers are built. Episodes center on hands-on practice, mentorship, and the interplay between technique, intuition, and storytelling, often tying practical experience to larger questions about society, technology, and culture. Notable strengths include long-form, unhurried dialogue, a focus on process and listening, and a penchant for highlighting how diverse disciplines illuminate each other. This mix makes it appealing for listeners who enjoy deep conversations that connect craft, performance, and intellectual inquiry across fields.
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