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Battling with Business

Battling With Business

In this podcast, Gareth Tennant, a former Royal Marines Officer, and Chris Kitchener, a veteran of the software development world, explore ideas and concepts around teams and teamwork, leaders and leadership, and all things in between. It’s a discussion between a former military commander and a business manager, comparing and contrasting their experiences as they attempt to work out what makes teams, leaders, and businesses tick.

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Episode 145 - Re-Release of Episode 126, Leading with...

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2025/11/13

In this the week of remembrance in the UK, we commemorate those who have served and died in conflicts.In a worthy re-release of a previous episode we sat down with Commander Roly Woods, a retired Royal Navy officer with over 46 years of service, to explore the personal and institutional journey of LGBTQ+ inclusion in the British Armed Forces. This week's re-release is particularly relevant as only this week at the National Memorial Arboretum the Fighting with Pride team were invited to attend the

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66:49

Episode 143 - Shifting Ground: Finding Purpose and...

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2025/10/30

Change is inevitable, but how leaders handle transitions, both their own and their team’s, defines long-term success. In this reflective episode, Chris and Gareth explore the many faces of transition: from promotions and career shifts to redundancy, retirement, and identity change.Drawing on Chris’s recent personal experience of redundancy, they unpack how leaders can guide themselves and others through the uncertainty of change with honesty, empathy, and resilience. The discussion ranges from the

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46:00

Episode 142 - Rerelease of Episode 8 - Adaptive teams...

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2025/10/23

In this high-stakes episode, a release of one of our very first episodes, Gareth Tennant shares a gripping real-world account of how a small, well-trained team of Royal Marine Commandos outsmarted a group of Somali pirates, and what it reveals about building truly adaptive teams.Discover how elite military units use repetition, rehearsals, mission command, and common operating procedures to stay agile under pressure. From battlefield coordination to business boardrooms, this episode breaks down the

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62:11

Episode 138 - The Military Planning Combat Estimate -...

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2025/09/18

Unlock the secrets of robust planning and flexible leadership by learning from both the battlefield and the boardroom.In the first episode of our exploration of the British military’s Combat Estimate, Gareth and Chris kick off a two-part deep dive into the UK military's renowned 'Seven Questions' Combat Estimate — a practical, repeatable approach for building resilient teams and effective management strategies. This episode charts how military planning models, built for complexity and clarity, can

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Episode 137 - Influencers #24 - Dwight D. Eisenhower

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2025/09/11

Episode Summary: Dwight D. Eisenhower – Leadership Lessons for Business and BeyondIn this Influencers episode of Battling with Business, Chris and Gareth explore the leadership legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower — Supreme Allied Commander during World War II and later the 34th President of the United States. Known for his calm authority and strategic thinking, Eisenhower shaped the course of history through coalition building, careful planning, and decisive action. The conversation unpacks how

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48:55

Episode 136 - Rerelease of episode 6 - What are...

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2025/09/04

Rerelease: Command, Leadership & ManagementWe’re taking a step back into the archive to revisit one of our most listened-to episodes of Battling with Business: our deep dive into command, leadership, and management. In this conversation, Chris and Gareth unpack the often-confused but vitally important differences between these three concepts. Drawing on both military and business experience, we explore how they overlap, where they diverge, and why understanding the distinctions matters for

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49:35

Episode 132 - Rerelease of episode 2 - Mission,...

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2025/08/07

In this rereleased episode of Battling with Business, hosts Chris and Gareth explore one of the most misunderstood areas of organisational strategy: the difference between mission, purpose, vision, and goals — and how they work together to drive business success.What you’ll learn in this episode: The true meaning of purpose in business and why it matters. How a clear mission statement guides daily operations. What a compelling vision looks like and how it inspires long-term direction. How

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01:04:29

Episode 131 - Inside High Performing Teams - Lisa...

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2025/07/31

In this episode of Battling with Business, Gareth and Chris welcome psychologist and workplace culture expert Lisa Lloyd. Together, they dive deep into the emotional and psychological dynamics that underpin effective leadership and high-performing teams.Lisa brings insights from her work in psychology and behavioural science, exploring the importance of understanding emotional needs, building trust, and creating psychological safety. The conversation debunks leadership myths, discusses how to be

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50:19

Episode 127 - Developing Leaders in the Royal Air...

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2025/07/03

In the first of two episodes of Battling with Business, Chris and Gareth visit the Royal Air Force Tedder Leadership Academy to explore the core themes of leadership, management, and command with: Group Captain Emma Keith and Warrant Officer Mark Willis.Together, they delve into: The distinct but interrelated roles of leadership, management, and command in military and civilian contexts. How the RAF develops and nurtures leaders across all ranks and trades. The importance of self-awareness,

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01:03:55

Episode 126 - Leading with Pride – LGBT+ Inclusion in...

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2025/06/26

In this powerful episode of Battling with Business, we sit down with Commander Roly Woods, a retired Royal Navy officer with over 46 years of service, to explore the personal and institutional journey of LGBTQ+ inclusion in the British Armed Forces. Now the LGBT Armed Forces Community Memorial Officer for the charity Fighting with Pride, Roly reflects on his early motivations to join the Navy, leadership experiences, and the dramatic transformation of military culture since the lifting of the ban on

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01:20:28

Episode 125 - Influencers #21 - Ruth Bader Ginsburg

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2025/06/19

Podcast Summary – Influencers: Ruth Bader GinsburgIn this episode, Chris and Gareth explore the remarkable life and enduring influence of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, examining how her strategic legal work reshaped gender equality in the United States. They discuss her legacy as a pioneering advocate for women’s rights, her resilience in the face of societal and professional obstacles, and her ability to drive lasting change through case law and coalition-building. Using examples like the 20-mph speed

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01:08:26

Episode 124 - Lessons in systems thinking from the...

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2025/06/12

In this episode, Chris and Gareth reflect on their recent research trip to the Ardennes forest, delving into the leadership, innovation, and operational lessons drawn from key World War II battles, particularly the Battle of the Bulge. Through site visits and historical analysis, they explore the contrasting leadership styles of figures like Adolf Hitler, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Joachim Peiper.They discuss how Eisenhower’s decentralized “mission command” approach enabled Allied adaptability,

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01:24:41

Episode 120 - Influencers 21 - Stalin: Influence,...

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2025/05/15

In the second part of our Influencers series on Joseph Stalin, hosts Chris and Gareth dive deep into Stalin's rise to power, his manipulation of leadership dynamics, and his long-lasting impact on global politics. Drawing comparisons to modern influencers like Donald Trump and recent events such as tariff wars, they explore how powerful figures can shift the world order.This episode examines Stalin’s consolidation of power, including the elimination of rivals like Trotsky and Kirov, the Holodomor

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01:08:34

Episode 116 - Clipboard Heroes and Villains - The...

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2025/04/17

In this thought-provoking episode of Battling with Business, Chris and Gareth tackle a topic that’s often the butt of jokes and frustration: bureaucracy. But rather than dismissing it, they make a compelling case for why bureaucracies are essential to the smooth functioning of complex systems—from air travel safety to food distribution and nuclear waste management.They explore how well-designed bureaucracies can drive efficiency, enable innovation, and ensure that large-scale operations don’t

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01:06:40

Episode 115 - Influencers #20 President Donald J...

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2025/04/10

olarising nature of Trump’s policies and whether time—and the benefit of hindsight—is essential in fairly judging his effectiveness as a leader.A major theme in this episode is Trump as a brand. Long before the White House, ‘Trump’ was a household name, and Chris and Gareth dissect how he leveraged that brand for influence and profit while in office. They delve into the moral implications of making money from the presidency, exploring the conflicts of interest this creates, and ask whether the

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Episode 114 - Influencers #20 President Donald J Trump

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2025/04/03

In this first episode of a two-part series, Chris and Gareth take an in-depth look at the leadership, influence, and controversial legacy of Donald J. Trump, the 45th and 47th President of the United States. From his rise as a businessman, his first stint the White House, and his current administration. They examine the key traits that have made him such a powerful and divisive figure. Trying very hard to be objective, they explore the good, the bad and the downright ugly; his charisma,

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01:00:15

Episode 112 - What can we learn about optimising...

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2025/03/20

In the first part of our compelling two-part series of Battling with Business, Chris and Gareth sit down with Dave Anderson, a former sniper and platoon weapons instructor from the Royal Marines, to explore the intricacies of leadership, hierarchy, and information influence. Drawing from military experiences and historical case studies, Dave shares powerful insights into the dynamics that shape decision-making, communication, and innovation within organisations.Key Topics Discussed: 1. The Power

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01:24:28

Episode 111 - Trump, NATO, and the Future of Global...

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2025/03/06

Trump, NATO, and the Future of Global LeadershipIn this special emergency episode of Battling with Business, Gareth and Chris react to the immediate aftermath of the White House meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. They dissect Trump’s erratic and seemingly irrational approach to foreign policy, particularly his dismissive stance on NATO and his failure to stand up to Russian aggression. The discussion highlights how Trump and his Vice President, JD

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01:11:30

Episode 110 - Influencers #110 - The Polish...

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2025/02/27

Battling with Business Podcast: The Untold Story of Elżbieta Zawacka ‘Zo’ – WWII Spy, Resistance Fighter & Special Forces OperativeIn this episode of Battling with Business, Chris is joined by award-winning author and historian Claire Mulley to uncover the extraordinary true story of Elżbieta Zawacka, the legendary WWII resistance fighter, SOE agent, and Special Forces operative known as ‘Zo.’ One of the most remarkable yet overlooked heroes of World War II, Zo was the only woman to travel from

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01:15:08

Episode 109 - Just stop trying to be better

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2025/02/20

Exploring Team Dynamics, DEI Backlash, and Change ManagementIn this episode of Battling with Business, Chris and Gareth explore the complexities of teamwork, leadership, and organisational change. Despite recording over 100 episodes, they acknowledge that the secret to building successful teams and businesses remains elusive. Their discussion is sparked by recent pushback against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, both in the US and the UK, as well as the broader challenges of

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