I migliori Big Car podcast (2025)

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Episode 210: Revisiting dystopian films, V for Vendetta and Children of Men; Robbie Williams biopic, Better Man; music compilation, Behind the Counter; January 2025 Vinyl Sessions in Harrogate 35:48

10d ago35:48

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Send us a text Graham discusses how two dystopian British films in 2006 (V for Vendetta and Children of Men) predicted the politics of now. Charles takes a look at the new Robbie Williams biopic Better Man. Graham enjoys a brilliant compilation by crime author, Ian Rankin called Behind the Counter and then previews his forthcoming Vinyl Sessions Q&…

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Alois Ruf interview 35:40

12d ago35:40

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I was fortunate enough to sit down and chat with Alois Ruf - owner of Ruf Automobile who create very special versions of Porsche cars. Here's the full interview.Di Big Car

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Episode 209: Gigs of the year 2024; Theatre event of the year Wise Children's Bluebeard; Maisie Adam live in Harrogate 37:39

13d ago37:39

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Send us a text Charles and Graham revisit their best live music gigs of the year for 2024 with a competitive countdown of their Top 5. Charles celebrates the extraordinary production of Bluebeard by Wise Children as his theatre event of the year, which he saw when it played at York Theatre Royal. Graham reports on seeing comedian Maisie Adams at a …

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Hit with an ugly stick? The Pontiac Aztek Story 13:13

19d ago13:13

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The history of the Pontiac Aztek, from conception through to its legacy. Why did GM green-light this car when focus groups said they hated it, and why did it come with a tent?Di Big Car

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Episode 208: Chalmers on BBC 6 Music; Blitz and Conclave; Two new books for 2025 33:30

19d ago33:30

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Send us a text Graham shares his recent experience on BBC 6 Music plugging his many years in the Harrogate music scene on the Craig Charles show. Graham wonders how two new very different films manage to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory (Blitz and Conclave). Finally, Graham reveals two new books coming up in 2025 - including his own, hopefull…

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Before Tesla... 1980s Electric Cars (EVs Part 2) 13:25

26d ago13:25

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In part one we looked at electric vehicles and hybrids from the 1960s and 70s. We now move onto the 1980s where individuals all around the world didn’t want to give up on finding an alternative to the internal combustion engine. These were the days before our knowledge of global warming, and the motivation was around reducing city pollution and fre…

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Episode 207 - Interview Special - Rob Chapman; Top 3 Books of the Year 36:50

27d ago36:50

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Send us a text Rob Chapman, music writer talks about his current book, Unsung: Unsaid. Syd and Nick in absentia - about Syd Barrett and Nick Drake. About Rob Chapman: Rob Chapman was the singer with the Bristol-based band the Glaxo Babies and with the British alternative rock band The Transmitters, a music journalist for Mojo and other magazines an…

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Before Tesla... 1960s/70s Electric Cars (EVs Part 1) 17:51

1M ago17:51

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You might not think it, but the 60s and 70s were a hot bed of innovation in electric car design. Environmental and political events collided that got people questioning our reliance on the internal combustion engine and thinking about alternatives. So why was so much effort put into electric cars when so few people bought them, and how close did we…

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Episode 206: Top 10 Films of the Year 37:59

1M ago37:59

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Send us a text Charles and Graham give a rundown of their Top 10 films from this year.; Keep in touch with Two Big Egos in a Small Car: X @2big_egos Facebook @twobigegosDi Graham Chalmers and Charles Hutchinson

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BITE-SIZED: Verena Hefti MBE - Balancing the Holiday Mental Load 19:06

1M ago19:06

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For the first time, our CEO, Verena Hefti MBE, takes the mic solo in this special, bite-sized episode of the Leaders Plus: Big Careers, Small Children podcast. As the season draws to a close, Verena shares heartfelt reflections on balancing the magical yet demanding holiday period, offering powerful strategies for: Prioritising yourself amidst the …

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Figaro Magnifico? The Nissan Figaro Story 24:25

1M ago24:25

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After decades of progress, and at a time Nissan were going to make their next step forward with the luxury Infiniti brand, Nissan’s Figaro was in a sense a next evolution in car design, in progress, but at the same time it was an exercise in looking back, of taking stock of just how far Nissan had come. It was also a conscious effort by its designe…

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Episode 205: Top 10 Albums of the Year 36:03

1M ago36:03

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Send us a text Charles and Graham take a look at their favourite albums of 2024, looking back at a blockbuster year for female artists. Keep in touch with Two Big Egos in a Small Car: X @2big_egos Facebook @twobigegosDi Graham Chalmers and Charles Hutchinson

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Dr. Whitney Casares - Why Self-Care for Parents is Key to Thriving at Work and Home 45:24

1M ago45:24

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Can prioritising yourself make you a better parent and professional? In this episode, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Dr. Whitney Casares, paediatrician and author of Doing It All: Stop Over-Functioning and Become the Mom and Person You're Meant to Be to explore why self-care isn’t a luxury but a lifeline for working parents. Drawing from her expertis…

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A flop that shouldn't have flopped? The Audi A2 Story 21:11

2M ago21:11

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At the dawn of a new millennium car buyers were spoilt for choice when it came to really clever and innovative cars. There was the Renault Scénic, the original MPV that showed you can pack a large family into not a lot of car. Then there was the Mercedes A class, a masterclass in space management, with a cleverly packaged engine that allowed for th…

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Episode 204: interview Special - Ross Raisin 36:06

2M ago36:06

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Send us a text Charles and Graham are joined by novelist and short story writer, York based Ross Raisin to talk about his recent triumph in the BBC National Short Story Award with Ghost Kitchen and life as a writer. Ross Raisin was born and brought up on Silsden Moor in West Yorkshire. He is the author of four novels: A Hunger (2022), A Natural (20…

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Brigid Schulte - Overcoming Overwork with Strategies for a Balanced Life 48:58

2M ago48:58

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Can we truly have thriving careers without sacrificing family life? In this episode, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Brigid Schulte, author of Overworked: Transforming the Daily Grind in the Quest for a Better Life, about the pervasive issue of overwork and its impact on individuals and families. Brigid emphasises the importance of redefining what suc…

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Episode 203: Paddington 3 vs Godfather 3; Nirvana; Dear Evan Hansen; 38:07

2M ago38:07

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Send us a text Graham examines how and why successful film franchises end up losing the plot in a comparison of disappointing new film, Paddington 3 with The Godfather 3. Graham discusses his recent talk on Nirvana, why the band were punk, not grunge, and how their story weirdly mirrors The Sex Pistols. Charles reports on Dear Evan Hansen at Leeds …

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Fast & light - the Honda CR-X Story 17:59

2M ago17:59

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When Europe produced hot hatches in the 80s it was cars like the Renault 5 Turbo and the Ford Fiesta XR2 – great cars that took the regular hatchback and added more power and better brakes. Over in Japan Honda took a different tack. They crafted a new, very low drag shape for the existing Civic. They also removed a lot of weight. Together with a ra…

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Carin-Isabel Knoop - Control Isn’t Everything: Embracing Kindness in Life, Parenting, and Leadership 46:29

2M ago46:29

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Trigger warning: miscarriage Today, Verena welcomes Carin-Isabel Knoop for an especially thought-provoking podcast episode on embracing kindness in life, parenting and leadership. Very apt, given earlier this week, we celebrated #WorldKindnessDay. Carin is the Executive Director of the Harvard Business School Case Research and Writing Group and was…

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Is Alpine headed for DISASTER? 12:05

2M ago12:05

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What’s going on with Alpine? They’ve had one car on sale since 2018, the A110, with only a second model appearing a couple of months ago, and that’s a rebadged Renault 5. In 6 years they’ve only sold 19,000 cars. And it’s not they’re selling $1M exotic Bugatti’s, The A110 is sold as a relatively affordable sports car. Alpine’s parent Renault have p…

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Episode 202: Nick Cave live in Leeds; The Pretenders at York Barbican; Alex Cox's Sid and Nancy revisited; Gary Oldman directing himself in York 32:20

2M ago32:20

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Send us a text Graham declares that Nick Cave is no god - as he assesses the opening night of the British leg of his 'Wild God' tour at Leeds Arena last night. Charles reviews The Pretenders at York Barbican: why Chrissie Hynde remains the coolest woman in rock. Alex Cox's Sid and Nancy - The 70s never stopped: Graham is reappraising Alex Cox's 198…

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18. Lift As You Climb - A Talk With Ryan Tabrah (Intel Corporation) & Donna Donnelly (NXP Semiconductors) 28:15

2M ago28:15

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Listen and get insights about Lift As You Climb in this talk with Ryan Tabrah (Vice President & General Manager of Xeon and Compute Products at Intel Corporation), and Donna Donnelly (OEM Account Director at NXP Semiconductors). In this episode we talk about Lift As You Climb - a philosophy that emphasizes helping others as you achieve success in y…

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How did THIS happen? The Ford Scorpio Story 18:18

2M ago18:18

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Ford’s styling department in the 1980s and 1990s could be relied upon to produce hit after hit. We liked the third generation Fiesta, we loved the Mondeo and the Ka, and we positively adored the Ford Focus. But in that period there was one car that stuck out like a sore thumb, the 1994 Ford Scorpio. Buy the Secret Fords book here! Use promo code BI…

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Episode 201: High Llamas Live at Hebden Bridge; Watching Fellini's Roma in Italian; Watermark Gallery, Harrogate; Floyd Vs Genesis at Kirkby Overblow; 36:28

2M ago36:28

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Send us a text Graham tells us what he learned by talking to Sean O'Hagan from the High Llamas when he saw the band at Hebden Bridge last weekend. Graham has also been watching Fellini's Roma (1972) in Italian! And visiting the new William Morris arts and crafts exhibition in York, which of course Charles has seen too. The duo comment on the recent…

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Episode 200: Interview Special - Peter Brewis from Field Music 39:02

3M ago39:02

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Send us a text A massive thank you to all our guests and collaborators, we've made it to our 200th episode! To mark such a special occasion Charles and Graham are absolutely delighted to welcome Peter Brewis, co-founder of Sunderland indie legends, Field Music. Peter is here to talk about the new Field Music album, Limits of Language. Keep in touch…

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Tom Shaw - How to Create Counterbalance in Your Life & Career 54:27

3M ago54:27

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Can you build a successful career without sacrificing your well-being? This week, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Tom Shaw, author of Counterbalance: How to Build Your Career Without Ruining Your Life and a Senior Leader Mentor at Leaders Plus. Tom talks about counterbalance and why it's important to be intentional about what matters most. Together, T…

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Italian/Swedish luxury. The Saab 9000 Story 22:18

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There’s a lot of focus on the rivalry between the German big three – Volkswagen, BMW & Mercedes, but in Sweden of course there was a rivalry between the “big two” – Volvo and Saab. So, as Volvo’s cars got larger and went upmarket in the 1970s, Saab must have surely taken note and decided that they had to respond. The result was the Saab 9000, produ…

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Episode 199: Supertramp Q & A with Ken Scott; The Future of Guitar Bands; Heath Common Funeral; Peter Hook and the Light Live 25:48

3M ago25:48

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Send us a text Graham discusses how his Supertramp Q&A session with legendary music producer, Ken Scott went in Harrogate. Ken Scott was shooting from the hip and taking no prisoners. Graham also reflects on the future of guitar bands as he attended an all-day gig at the Brudenell Social Club in Leeds. The arts world turned up for the funeral of Be…

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Sally Hamm & Matt Hamm - How to Communicate With Each Other as a Dual Career Couple 45:09

3M ago45:09

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When you're a dual career couple, it can be tricky to coordinate schedules and balance work and family life. This week, Verena Hefti MBE is joined by married couple Sally Hamm and Matt Hamm, Occupational Medicine Physicians (who worked together as Air Force Flight Surgeons), who share four children alongside their busy senior careers. Sally and Mat…

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Tesla's robotaxi heaven or HELL? 8:53

3M ago8:53

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A few months ago I made a video about EVs that touched on robotaxis, and with Tesla’s recent Robotaxi event I thought I’d make a quick follow-up video talking about what was announced.Di Big Car

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Episode 198: Graham in Emilia Romagna; Shed Seven's 'annus miraculous'; Black Midi News; Ai Weiwei's Who Am I? Exhibition in Bologna; Viking Sorceress in Copenhagen 37:36

3M ago37:36

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Send us a text Graham discusses his recent travels in modern Emilia-Romagna, how Romeo and Juliet mania is Verona's Harry Potter and why the absence of Ramones t-shirts worn on the streets is probably an expression of Italy's innate coolness. Charles applauds the 'annus miraculous' for Shed Seven's 30th anniversary tour and album releases amid the …

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Brad Johnson & David G. Smith - How to be a Great Ally in the Workplace 48:51

3M ago48:51

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In this episode, Verena discusses the importance of allyship in the workplace. She is joined by Brad Johnson and David G. Smith, authors of the book: Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Workplace. As well as discussing what men can do to support their female colleagues, Brad and David discuss ways we can all support members of …

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The Citroën Story 29:49

3M ago29:49

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Early version of this audio with lots of echo. It needs to be re-recorded, but throwing it out now as it's all that I can do right now.Di Big Car

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Episode 195: RIP Heath Common, poet and musician; English Teacher Win the Mercury Prize; Elvis Costello and Steve Nieve; Blink Twice versus Lee 28:42

3M ago28:42

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Send us a text Graham pays tribute to Harrogate poet and musician, Heath Common who has sadly passed away. Read Graham's obituary. Graham and Charles discuss how English Teacher winning this year's Mercury Prize finally recognises Leeds as a music city. Charles reflects on seeing the incomparable Elvis Costello and Steve Nieve at their 15 Songs in …

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{CEO Series} Tiffany Sauder - How to Harness the Incredible Power of Networking 40:46

3M ago40:46

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In this episode, Verena is joined by Tiffany Sauder, CEO of Element Three and mother of four. Tiffany breaks down some of the key factors which have led to her inspiring success. From prioritising what really matters to the power of networking, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking for tangible career and family advice. We hope you …

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17. How to Tap into Your Potential - A Talk With Joanna Bloor (The Amplify Lab) 18:16

3M ago18:16

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Listen and get insights about How To Tap into Your Potential in this talk with Joanna Bloor (CEO, Founder - The Amplify Lab). We talk about: Joanna's inspiration for her Book 'Tales of Potential - The Cinderella Story You Haven't Heard'; Exploring the Concept of Now, Near, and Future Thinking; Cinderella's Story - A Tale of Ambition and Power; The …

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Episode 197: Interview Special: Boff Whalley on Sanctuary plus new film Firebrand and new album, Wild God by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds 39:05

3M ago39:05

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Send us a text Charles and Graham talk to Leeds based writer and musician, Boff Whalley about his new musical for Red Ladder Theatre Company. Sanctuary - co-written with playwright, Sarah Woods - is a brand-new musical that welcomes us in and asks the question: do we want safety and freedom for only ourselves, or for us all? Graham reports on meeti…

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[Future of Work] Tatiana Pignon - Does the Four Day Week Really Work? 40:36

4M ago40:36

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Is the four day working week the future of work, or a luxurious dream? In this episode of Big Careers, Small Children, Verena is joined by Tatiana Pignon, Head of Development at The Autonomy Institute, an independent research organisation that focuses on the future of the working world. In this intriguing conversation, Tatianna discusses Autonomy's…

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Episode 196: Jim Moir (AKA Vic Reeves) Exhibition at RedHouse Originals, Harrogate; Sprints; Ayckbourn's Show & Tell 23:56

4M ago23:56

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Send us a text Graham and Charles discuss meeting Jim Moir (AKA Vic Reeves) at his new exhibition at RedHouse Originals in Harrogate which leads into a discussion about bird art. Graham has been listening to upcoming Irish garage-punk band, Sprints. Charles reviews Alan Ayckbourn’s new play, Show & Tell at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough.…

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{CEO Series} Polly Neate - How to Find Purpose in Your Work 44:07

4M ago44:07

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In a bid to make a difference and bring more purpose to her work, Polly Neate left her successful career in journalism and joined the charity sector. Nearly twenty years later, she is CEO of one of the largest charities in the UK, Shelter, and a proud mother of two grown up women. In this podcast, Polly discusses her fascinating journey, the sacrif…

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