The Art of Work

By Christina Patterson

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Subscribers: 7
Reviews: 1
Episodes: 90

Sean
 Jun 24, 2020
Extremely captivating guests with some great insights.

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How do we find fulfilment as we pay the bills? In this podcast, which grew out of her previous podcast Work Interrupted, Christina Patterson talks to inspirational guests – writers, entrepreneurs, artists, doctors, comedians, scientists – about how they have managed to build a work life that brings some meaning, fun and even joy.

Episode Date
Classicist and bestselling writer Dame Mary Beard on what she has learnt about power
Dec 09, 2022
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Sir Ken Olisa on the thrill of the entrepreneurial life
Dec 02, 2022
Judge and novelist Nicola Williams on ambition and the joy of justice
Nov 25, 2022
Motivational expert Sharath Jeevan OBE on how to reignite your inner drive
Nov 18, 2022
Coach and coach trainer Colin Brett on "useful conversations" and our hunger for meaning
Nov 11, 2022
Dance consultant Theresa Beattie OBE on the importance of curiosity, mastery - and cheek
Nov 04, 2022
Award-winning poet Joelle Taylor on the life-changing power of words
Oct 28, 2022
Internationally renowned cellist Steven Isserlis on the power of doing what you love
Oct 21, 2022
Winner of the Global Teacher Prize Andria Zafirakou on the transformative power of art
Oct 14, 2022
Social entrepreneur and local councillor Josh Babarinde on how to make change happen
Oct 07, 2022
Palliative care consultant and bestselling writer Kathryn Mannix on the power of listening
Sep 30, 2022
Writer and former Twitter VP Bruce Daisley on fortitude, laughter - and crisps
Sep 23, 2022
Consultant and author Gabriella Braun on uncovering the hidden truths at work
Feb 11, 2022
Bestselling writer Daniel Pink on the infinite 'to do' list and the power of regret
Feb 04, 2022
Gaverne Bennett, teacher, social worker and timeline creator on curiosity and confidence
Jan 28, 2022
Julie Bindel, journalist, author and 'rock star' of feminism on the joy of campaigning
Jan 21, 2022
Joe Hildebrand, a Managing Director at Accenture on culture change and joy
Jan 14, 2022
Bestselling writer Johann Hari on finding flow and how to get your focus back
Jan 07, 2022
Boardroom superstar Margaret Casely-Hayford on good governance and getting things done
Dec 17, 2021
Anne Alexander, senior political producer of Good Morning Britain, on resilience, curiosity and parties
Dec 10, 2021
Social historian Jan Lucassen on the history of vocation and our need for recognition
Dec 03, 2021
Theatre critic and author Arifa Akbar on the power of instinct and deadlines
Nov 26, 2021
Mathematician Christina Pagel on juggling jobs and the challenge of clear communication in a pandemic
Nov 19, 2021
Entrepreneur Chris Barez-Brown on having fun at work - and what to do if you hate it
Nov 12, 2021
FT editor-at-large Gillian Tett on "anthro vision", money and power
Nov 05, 2021
Comedian Robin Ince on the power of curiosity, wonder and doubt
Oct 29, 2021
The Art of Work preview (and highlights from Work Interrupted)
Oct 22, 2021
Rachel Clarke, doctor, campaigner and bestselling writer on truth, beauty and humour
Apr 09, 2021
Julia Hobsbawm, entrepreneur and writer on connection, generosity and motivation
Apr 02, 2021
Douglas Board, leadership and career coach on how to rise to the top without losing your soul
Mar 26, 2021
Guvna B, multi-award-winning rapper, broadcaster and author on toxic masculinity and success
Mar 12, 2021
Sarah Churchwell, Chair in Public Understanding of the Humanities on the return of the expert
Mar 05, 2021
Harriet Minter, writer, broadcaster and coach on how to build a career you love as you WFH
Feb 26, 2021
Ayesha Hazarika, broadcaster, journalist, comedian and MBE on politics and joy at work
Feb 19, 2021
Daisy Buchanan, award-winning journalist, author and podcaster on money, sex and ambition
Feb 12, 2021
David Bodanis, bestselling author and futurist on how good guys (and girls) can win
Feb 05, 2021
Viv Groskop, writer and stand-up comedian on money, power and finding fun at work
Jan 29, 2021
Dame Sarah Connolly, mezzo-soprano on music, cancer and "balls of steel"
Jan 22, 2021
Guy Spier, investor and bestselling author on money, markets and shame
Jan 15, 2021
Phil Jones, editor of The Jeremy Vine Show on broadcasting in the age of Covid
Aug 31, 2020
11. Adam Hamdy, screenwriter and author of bestselling thrillers on adapting to strange times
Aug 24, 2020
10. Jackie Kay, poet, playwright, novelist and Makar (Scottish poet laureate) on poetry in dark times
Aug 17, 2020
9. Nikki Kanani, GP and Medical Director of Primary Care for NHS England
Aug 10, 2020
8.Suzanne Moore, award-winning journalist and columnist
Aug 03, 2020
7. Ann Gallagher, Professor of Ethics and Care on caring in a pandemic
Jul 27, 2020
6. Matthew Syed, bestselling author and international speaker
Jul 20, 2020
5. Julia Samuel, psychotherapist and bestselling author
Jul 12, 2020
4. Peter York, author, cultural commentator and management consultant
Jul 03, 2020
3. Tamara Rojo, ballet dancer and Artistic Director of the English National Ballet
Jun 14, 2020
2. Julian Baggini, writer and philosopher
Jun 14, 2020
1. Margaret Heffernan, tech entrepreneur and bestselling author
Jun 14, 2020