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Heads Talk® is a top 0.5% global executive podcast, featuring in-depth conversations with FTSE 100 and S&P 500 CEOs, C-Suite executives, and leaders of global institutions.

Each episode examines the nexus rerum of boardrooms and statecraft, where corporate strategy, geopolitics, and global markets converge, and where decisions carry real-world consequence.

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Episode Title: 🇬🇧Power, CTRL and Representation🇬🇧

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Joel Blake
OBE, grassroots advocate with insider-inside-out perspective on finance and policy
Joel Blake / Independent strategist
Episode: Heads Talk - The Analysis - Jakob Schaad's Analysis on Episode 289 - Joel Blake OBE
Joel Blake OBE
Founder and CEO of GFA Exchange
GFA Exchange
Episode: 289 - Joel Blake OBE, CEO: Power Series, GFA Exchange - Power of The Conscious Capitalist
Marcel Lukas
Vice Dean of Executive Education and Senior Lecturer in Banking and Finance, University of St Andrews
University of St Andrews
Episode: 288 - Marcel Lukas, Vice Dean: Power Series, St Andrews University - The New Power Equation: Who Thinks, Who Learns, Who Leads
John Amaechi
Professor of Leadership at University of Exeter Business School; organizational psychologist; author
University of Exeter Business School; APS Intelligent Limited
Episode: 287 - John Amaechi OBE, Professor: Power Series, University of Exeter - Psychological Power and Generational Warfare
Jakob Schaad
Political risk advisor and founder of Schaad's advisory services
Schaad's Advisory Services
Episode: Heads Talk - The Analysis - Michael Feller's 286 Episode: Dr. Jakob Schaad's Analysis
Michael Feller
Founder of Geopolitical Strategy; adviser on geopolitics and global risk
Geopolitical Strategy
Episode: 286- Michael Feller, fmr Diplomat, Gov Minister, Chief Strategist: Power Series, Geopolitical Strategy - Illusion Statecraft: Inside Power, Hidden Architecture and Strategic Deception
Louise Hill
CEO of GoHenry, fintech entrepreneur
GoHenry
Episode: 285 - Louise Hill, CEO: Power Series, GoHenry - From Literacy to Agency to Power
Simon J. Evenett
Professor of Geopolitics and Strategy at IMD Business School; founder of Global Trade Alert
IMD, Global Trade Alert
Episode: 284 - Simon Evenett, Professor, Co-Chair: Power Series, IMD - The Great Upheaval
Geoffrey Williams
Cultural strategist and leadership advisor
Howlett Brown (Interim Head of Culture and Sustainability)
Episode: 283 - Geoffrey Williams, IH: Howlett Brown - Workplace Culture as a Misunderstood Force

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Elaine Pringle-Schwitter
Host of Heads Talk; leads in-depth conversations with global leaders on leadership, geopolitics, and business strategy.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 626 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Wonderful podcast, always insightful and entertaining - well worth listening and subscribing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Damien Bruckard
    Australia25 days ago
  • Masterclass in boardroom-level business conversation.

    Deep boardroom insights without the script.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C_Moniz
    Switzerland2 months ago
  • Insights from the best

    Heads Talk is an excellent source of timely insights from leaders across geographies and sectors.

    Well worth listening to for anyone looking to learn from leading decision makers across a variety of topics.

    An excellent podcast that I continue to thoroughly enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom G, Paris
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Excellent experience!

    I’ve long been a fan of Elaine’s brilliant Heads Talk podcast, so it was a real pleasure to join as a guest. Elaine has such a knack for bringing out the best in her conversations - always insightful, always engaging. Thanks, Elaine, for the invite… I had a fantastic time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R.Mac0612
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Fun and insightful

    A great format. Easy, fun and insightful for participants and listeners alike !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrRdL
    Switzerland10 months ago

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

289 - Joel Blake OBE, CEO: Power Series, GFA Exchange - Power of The Conscious Capitalist
Q: What do you see as the biggest structural gaps holding people back today and what needs to change?
The gaps are in access to resources, knowledge, and networks, plus a governance framework that embeds inclusive practices so that diverse perspectives can thrive and be evaluated equitably. Also, the shift toward data-driven, faster, more customer-centric lending can help smaller businesses access capital sooner.
288 - Marcel Lukas, Vice Dean: Power Series, St Andrews University - The New Power Equation: Who Thinks, Who Learns, Who Leads
Q: How is AI changing the way we teach and what does this mean for students and future careers?
AI changes the learning landscape by compressing timelines and shifting emphasis to higher-order skills like judgment, curiosity, and the ability to question data; educators must redesign courses to ensure students engage with fundamental questions and apply insights across domains.
288 - Marcel Lukas, Vice Dean: Power Series, St Andrews University - The New Power Equation: Who Thinks, Who Learns, Who Leads
Q: Why is the degree still valuable, and what changes are happening in how universities are perceived and valued?
A degree from a strong institution still signals capability and perseverance, but it no longer guarantees outcomes; technology, capital, and networks offer parallel power structures that can bypass traditional education while still requiring deep, integrative thinking.
288 - Marcel Lukas, Vice Dean: Power Series, St Andrews University - The New Power Equation: Who Thinks, Who Learns, Who Leads
Q: Coming up on Heads Talk, does AI challenge our traditional understanding of what it means to be educated?
Yes. AI accelerates the shift from memorization to synthesis, judgment, and the ability to connect across domains, which means education must prioritize critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and the interpretation of outputs over raw factual knowledge.
287 - John Amaechi OBE, Professor: Power Series, University of Exeter - Psychological Power and Generational Warfare
Q: Does power corrupt people or does it reveal who they already are?
Power acts as a magnifying glass, exposing existing traits—whether integrity or lack thereof—and it can amplify both positive and negative behaviors depending on how power is exercised and monitored.

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Executive-focused conversations explore how power, geopolitics, technology, and finance intersect with corporate strategy. Across episodes, listeners hear sharp analyses from CEOs, chief strategists, and policy experts on risk, AI ethics, digital transformation, and the evolving global order. The format emphasizes practical insights for decision-makers, with a track record of high-signal discussions on leadership, markets, and the impact of policy on business strategy. Notable strengths include a consistently credible guest slate, a host known for probing questions, and a willingness to tackle timely topics from multiple geographies, making it valuable for strategists, investors, and executives seeking a global perspective.

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