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Talking to the Top

Talking to the Top is the podcast made by students for students where we encourage thought about the future, discover the opportunities that lie ahead of us all, and perhaps most importantly, chat to extremely successful individuals as they uncover the steps to success and share their journeys through education and into the working world. Throughout these episodes, we will give you an insight into the lives and minds of incredibly successful people in their respective fields, allowing you to learn

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All Episodes

24:06

Reflections, Awards, & More...

Talking to the Top ·

2025/02/01

In this special episode Freddie and I discuss our key takeaways from SEASON TWO! We want to wish you a very happy New Year and, as New Years is all about reflection and thinking about the future, we thought we would share our lessons learned from season two. We share our favourite moments along the way and present some incredibly special awards for the fabulous guests of S2...Please feel free to contact us on Instagram @talkingtothetop or, why not email us at hosts@talkingtothetop.comHappy

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42:01

General Sir Patrick Sanders KCB CBE DSO - Former...

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2024/11/30

In this episode we speak to General Sir Patrick Sanders KCB CBE DSO, Former Chief of the General Staff, or Head of the British Army to you and me! Patrick shares his experience of the education system, discussing how getting kicked out of university was fundamental in shaping his understanding of failure, ultimately shaping who he is today. We hear Patrick’s thoughts on the future of conflict, the significance of open discussion around mental health*, and his advice for listeners seeking to find a

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30:36

Dame Prue Leith DBE - Restauranteur & Broadcaster

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2024/10/31

In this episode Freddie and I speak to our first Dame on the podcast, the legendary Dame Prue Leith DBE. Dame Prue is a world renowned restauranteur, broadcaster, novelist, presenter, cookery writer, and from time to time works on fabulous clothing collections. To try to align her with a specific career path seems impossible! Prue discusses her journey through education, how she found her love for food and cooking in France, and the proudest moments of her career. Both Freddie and I had a fabulous

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41:39

Kate Adie CBE - Journalist

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2024/09/30

In this episode Freddie and I have the pleasure of speaking to a LEGEND in the world of Journalism and War Correspondence. Kate Adie CBE, former Chief News Correspondent for the BBC has reported in some of the most dangerous warzones across the world, her ability to tell a story is truly mesmerising, and her insights into her career in journalism are invaluable. From studying Swedish and Icelandic Studies at University to reporting on the Troubles and the Tiananmen Square Protests, Kate's career is

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4:22

Kate Mosse CBE talks books! (BONUS)

Talking to the Top ·

2024/08/31

Here’s a sneaky bonus extra from our interview with Bestselling Author Kate Mosse CBE! If you like this clip, be sure to check out the full interview with her on your preferred streaming platform…Please feel free to contact us on Instagram @talkingtothetop or send us an email at hosts@talkingtothetop.com

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47:56

Kate Mosse CBE - Bestselling Author and Founder of...

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2024/06/30

In this episode Freddie and I speak to the fabulous Kate Mosse CBE. Kate is not only a bestselling author, with her books being translated into over 37 languages, but is also the Founder of the Women's Prize for both Fiction and Non-Fiction. Kate discusses her experience of the education system, how she knew she wanted to be an author, and the importance of feminism and equality when celebrating writers and their achievements. Kate was absolutely fascinating to speak to and both Freddie and I loved

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58:04

The Lord Mark Sedwill GCMG - Former Cabinet Secretary...

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2024/05/31

This episode is a bit different, its a very special one! Earlier this month we hosted our very first Talking to the Top: Live event! For this event, Freddie and I were lucky enough to speak with the former Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Home Civil Service, The Lord Sedwill KCMG. We discuss his time working with Boris Johnson, Theresa May, and many other leaders, speaking about his time as the United Kingdoms National Security Advisor and his work with NATO. Mark speaks about the various

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40:25

Val Garland - Britains Best Makeup Artist

Talking to the Top ·

2024/04/30

In this episode Freddie and I have the privilege of speaking to Val Garland. From working as Global Makeup Director for L’Oréal Paris, to being Judge on the BBC’s hit show, ‘Glow Up’, Val is certainly not short of a few stories to tell. Val has worked with some legends, from Alexander McQueen to Kate Moss, clearly, she has an impressive set of contacts! We discuss her journey through education, uncovering how she went from hair to makeup, and even hear about how she inspired Lady Gaga to wear the

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2:51

A Very Special Announcement...

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2024/03/19

In this bonus episode we finally get the chance to tell you all about a VERY exciting live event we are hosting in May. We are interviewing The Lord Mark Sedwill. Lord Sedwill is a British Diplomat and Senior Civil Servant who served as Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Home Civil Service to Prime Ministers Theresa May and Boris Johnson. Lord Sedwill was also the United Kingdom's National Security Advisor from 2017 to 2020. The Live Event is taking place of the 7th of May 2024 in The Digby Hall,

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39:34

Theo Paphitis - Entrepreneur (Dragons Den, Ryman, And...

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2024/01/31

In this episode Freddie and I speak to the incredible Theo Paphitis. Theo discusses his own journey through education, how dyslexia has enabled him to see the world in new ways, and the lessons he has learnt along the way. Both Freddie and I found this interview eye opening, so we hope you do too. Please feel free to connect with us on Instagram @talkingtothetop or why not send us an email at: hosts@talkingtothetop.com Happy Listening! 🎧

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13:48

New Year Reflections

Talking to the Top ·

2024/01/01

In this special bonus episode Freddie and I discuss our key takeaways from the season so far. We want to wish you a VERY happy New Year and, as New Year is all about reflecting and thinking about the future, we thought we would share our lessons learned from Season One. We also have an EXTREMELY exciting announcement ant the end of the episode so be sure to keep listening and follow us on @talkingtothetop for updates…

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46:32

Preet Chandi MBE - Polar Explorer

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2023/12/15

In this episode, Freddie and I had the incredible privilege of speaking with the AMAZING Preet Chandi MBE. She discusses breaking not one, but two world records for the Longest Solo Unsupported Polar Ski Journey ever and being the First Woman of Colour to achieve this feat. Preet delves into her educational journey, unveiling the invaluable lessons she learned during her expeditions. We explore the profound impact of these ventures on her mental well-being and discuss the pressures and expectations

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33:46

James Palmer - Bank of America, Managing Director &...

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2023/11/24

In this episode, Freddie and I speak to James Palmer, Managing Director and Head of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa Equity Capital Markets for the Bank of America. James shares his experience of moving from a degree in History to a career in finance. He discusses his advice for the next generation, how he deals with rejection, and the highs and lows of his career. From receiving death threats in the New York Stock Exchange to being driven around Italian race tracks, James is not short of a few

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43:12

Rebecca Salter - Artist (President of the Royal...

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2023/10/02

In this episode, Freddie and I speak to the President of the Royal Academy of Arts, Rebecca Salter, uncovering what fundamentally shaped who she is now and the career she went on to follow. As the President of an Academy with a rich history spanning 254 years, Rebecca shares her perspective on the pressures and expectations of being the first Female President and the challenges the Academy faced through the pandemic. Rebecca discusses the importance of young people in contemporary society, speaking

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45:57

Eddie Hamilton ACE - Film Editor

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2023/07/22

In this episode, Freddie and I speak to film editor, Eddie Hamilton ACE, uncovering how he became one of the most succesful film editors of today, working on hit films such as Top Gun: Maverick, Mission Impossible, Kingsman, X-Men, and many more. We discover how he knew he wanted to be an editor and the difficulties he faced when trying to accomplish this. Eddie talks passionately about his career and we learn more about how his journey through education led to the amazing point he is at now. He

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33:57

Hugh Bonneville - Actor

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2023/06/05

Hello and welcome to Talking to the Top, the podcast where we chat to extremely successful individuals as they uncover the steps to success and share their journeys through education and into the working world. In this episode Freddie and I chat with Hugh Bonneville about how he decided what career to go into, how he came to this decision, and what his journey as an actor has been like so far. We discover the highs and lows of his career, exploring what fuels his passion for acting and how he made

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