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The Breakpoint Show

Khalid Abuhakmeh, Maarten Balliauw, Chris Woodruff

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“The Breakpoint Show” is an intriguing, stimulating podcast hosted by Khalid, Maarten, and Woody, three innovative minds immersed in tech and software development. With an eclectic blend of expertise from distinct backgrounds and cultures, the trio dissects and elucidates technology’s intricate and ever-evolving world in their bi-weekly discussions. Whether it’s breaking down the latest industry news, providing informed analysis on new software trends, or diving deep into the world of coding ...
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Nostalgia Interviews with Chris Deacy

Nostalgia Interviews with Chris Deacy

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This is the podcast which accompanies the work I am doing on Nostalgia at the University of Kent. We often know what our colleagues are researching and teaching, but we don’t always know what it is that inspires those interests and passions. What is it that shapes us? What propelled us into persevering with our studies and then to want to impart that knowledge and enthusiasm to subsequent generations of students? How did we end up where we are – not just the books we read and the ones we wan ...
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Do you ever wonder why the top brands are winning? It’s because they provide customers with the one thing that most brands aren’t - simplicity. How can you learn from them and create the same experiences on a smaller budget? The SIMPLE brand podcast will help.Join Matt Lyles, and his guests, as they share tactics, tips and strategies to help your business brand out from the crowd. You’ll learn how to create simple experiences for your customers and your team members through marketing, brandi ...
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Nature and the Nation explores politics, philosophy, psychology, sociology and economics from a naturalistic, paleoconservative perspective, using the format of a book review. I examine books published in a wide array of time periods, with a special emphasis on the early to middle 20th century, the ancient Greeks, and of course the present.
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Swim Coach Mike podcast is here to help support swim coaches in their endeavors to be great coaches, great people, and to lead great lives. We are going to dive into training techniques, stories, and the everyday life of a swim coach. If you’re listening and you take away one nugget of information, or if a story resonates with you then this has been a successful podcast.
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Aidan McCullen. Aidan is a change consultant and executive coach who helps organizational teams improve how they engage and innovate. He’s the host of The Innovation Show podcast. And Aidan’s the bestselling author of Undisruptable: A Mindset of Permanent Reinvention for Individuals, O…
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Welcome to the twenty-eighth episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! In this episode, we’re delving into a crucial and often overlooked aspect of development: data validation. Join us as we explore how developers can validate data in their .NET solutions, which is vital for ensuring accuracy, security, and reliability. From basic input validation to more…
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My guest this week, for my 200th Nostalgia Interview, is Christina Kim. It was terrific to catch up with Christina, who is Senior Lecturer in Linguistics, before I left the University of Kent in July 2024. Christina begins by remembering the visa issues that consumed her time upon arriving at Kent just over a decade ago and how it took a while to w…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Scott Wozniak. Scott is the founder and CEO of Swoz Consulting where he helps startups, family enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies create raving fans of customers and employees. And Scott’s the bestselling author of Make Your Brand Legendary: Create Raving Fans With the Customer Exp…
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Welcome to the twenty-seventh episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! In this episode, we tackle a hot topic in the .NET community: Is .NET and C# evolving too fast? With all these rapid updates, can developers keep up and thoroughly learn the most recent features of .NET and C#? Join our hosts as they dive into the pros and cons of the fast-paced evolut…
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My guest this week is Eleni Kapogianni who I have known for about a decade. Eleni lectures in Linguistics at the University of Kent, and we talk about the big role that film (and film dialogue) plays in her research. Storytelling and fiction is a big hobby for Eleni, and we discuss the permeable nature of the work-life balance and find out about he…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Erica Keswin. Erica is an international keynote speaker, a bestselling author, and a workplace strategist who partners with some of the most well-known companies in the world. She's one of Marshall Goldsmith's Top 100 Coaches. And Erica’s the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of …
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Welcome to the twenty-sixth episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! In this episode, our hosts dive into the fascinating world of Domain Specific Languages (DSLs). Whether you’re already familiar with DSLs or just hearing about them for the first time, this episode promises to be an enlightening exploration of their power and potential in software develo…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Ben Guttmann. Ben’s a marketing and communications expert who’s on a mission to train leaders in effective connection through simplified messaging. Ben’s the former co-founder of Digital Natives Group, a professor at Baruch College, and the best-selling author of Simply Put: Why Clear …
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Welcome to the twenty-fifth episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! We’re thrilled to feature a special guest, Harry Pierson, who joined us to discuss his company, DBOS, and its cutting-edge technology. Conceived by researchers at MIT and Stanford, DBOS is revolutionizing how we approach cloud application development and deployment. Join us as we dive de…
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My guest this week is Gabriel Morris, Video Journalist at KMTV. We begin by talking about our Cardiff connection, and learn that Gabriel, who is originally from Hertfordshire, studied Geography in Liverpool and went into broadcast journalism. We find out where the spark for broadcast journalism came from, having grown up as a child with watching BB…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Blake Morgan. Blake is known as the “Queen of CX.” She is a customer experience futurist and one of the top keynote speakers in the world. She’s the host of The Modern Customer Podcast and the author of three books, including her latest, The 8 Laws of Customer-Focused Leadership: New R…
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Welcome to the twenty-fourth episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! Today, we’re exploring the latest and greatest updates in .NET 9, exploring exciting new features and enhancements that will revolutionize your development experience. Whether you’re a seasoned .NET developer or just getting started, this episode is packed with insights to help you stay…
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Welcome to the twenty-third episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! In this exciting episode, we’re diving into web development to explore the latest technologies and approaches for building new websites and apps. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with David Avrin. David is one of the most popular Customer Experience speakers and consultants in the world. In fact, over the past 25 years, David has shared his lessons on competitive advantage with leaders and teams from thousands of organizations in 26 countries around the world! And D…
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My guest this week is actor and stage combat instructor Duncan Woodruff who did a History degree at the University of Kent about fifteen years ago. We learn that Duncan had a plan from when he was at school to go into acting, and that his work in fight directing was more serendipitous. Duncan used to take part in the Dickens Festival Play every yea…
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Welcome to the twenty-second episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! In this exciting installment, we’re diving into the essential development, productivity, and hardware tools our hosts use daily. Join us as we explore how to optimize your workflow, boost your efficiency, and leverage the best and our favorite tools and hardware to elevate your developm…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with John DiJulius. John is the founder and Chief Revolution Officer of The DiJulius Group, a customer experience consulting firm that helps clients build customer care strategies that lead to happy customers, employees, and shareholders. John has spent decades becoming the authority on bui…
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My guest this week is Sofia Akin, journalist and main anchor at KMTV's Kent Tonight, and (as we learn in the breaking news at the end) who is about to join the BBC as a Broadcast Journalist. We learn that Sofia, who is from West Sussex, started out as a video journalist, and she talks about how no two days are the same. Sofia gives the example of a…
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Welcome to the twenty-first episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! Today, we’re thrilled to have a special guest, Daniel Marbach, join us for an in-depth discussion on .NET software performance. Performance is a crucial aspect of software development, and optimizing the performance of .NET applications is no exception. Join us as we explore the intricac…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Ali Cudby. Ali is the CEO of Alignmint Growth Strategies. With over 15 years advising startups and global companies, Ali’s specialty is transforming customer experience, increasing customer lifetime value, and building customer loyalty. Ali is also the author of the bestselling book, K…
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My guest this week is Andy Richards, Channel Director of KMTV. Born in Guernsey in 1982, Andy reveals what it was like to grow up on a small island. The first film he saw was ET and Andy discusses the importance in those days of Blockbuster Video where he worked when he was 18, and we learn about the migration in that era from VHS to DVD. We talk a…
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Steve Woodruff. Known as the "King of Clarity," Steve's passion is helping companies and individuals communicate clearly and effectively. Steve is the author of two books, including his latest, The Point: How to Win with Clarity-Fueled Communications. Steve and I discuss how the use of…
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Welcome to the twentieth episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! Today, we’re diving into a seemingly paradoxical topic: boring technology. Join us as we explore why embracing boring technology can be a game-changer for software developers. In a world where new frameworks, languages, and tools appear daily, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of…
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My guest this week is Abby Hook, Assistant News Editor, journalist and presenter at KMTV where she has been based for the last two years. Abby talks about the demanding nature of journalism and how you have to love it to do it, and we learn that she grew up regularly doing drama. Journalism wasn’t the route Abby thought she would originally follow,…
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Welcome to the 19th episode of “The Breakpoint Show”! In this episode, we’re diving into the world of career development, offering valuable insights and advice for software professionals navigating the job market. Whether you’re facing the challenge of finding a new job after a layoff or embarking on the exciting journey of landing your first job a…
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My guest this week is Professor Paul Badham who for many years was Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at Lampeter, where he began his career in 1973. His own father had done an English degree there before studying Theology at Oxford and whose own writings were influential on Paul. We find out how Paul got interested in his seminal research…
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My guest this week is Henrik Schoenefeldt, Professor of Sustainable Architecture, who has been at the University of Kent since 2011. He was at Cambridge prior to moving to Kent and we learn about the role of sustainability in architecture from an historical perspective, such as from the Victorian era. Henrik grew up in Germany in a former industria…
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My guest this week is Sabrina Mei-Li Smith who lectures in Creative Writing at De Montfort University in Leicester. Sabrina has written a novel set in the mid-1990s and some of the research behind her novel is heavily connected to the themes of nostalgia and identity. We learn about the way Sabrina examines themes of race and gender within the acce…
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My guest this week is Sally Bernard who was a schoolteacher for many years, currently living in Deal, Kent. She originally wanted to run an antique shop but her father played a key role in the career route that she followed. Sally talks about her involvement with Sure Start, and why she disagreed with the late Glenys Kinnock on reading by osmosis. …
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In this episode I explore another essay in Leo Strauss and Joseph Cropsey's massive History of Political Philosophy 3rd Edition. This time it's David Hume and his so-called skepticism, which I call into question on account of his deference to habit and custom. This episode is the fourth of a series.Oleh Dylan John
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It was a great pleasure for this week’s Nostalgia Interviews podcast to meet Sally Nicholls who was at Lampeter from 1992-95 where she studied Welsh. Originally from Llantrisant, Sally grew up in the countryside, and she talks about her passion for horse riding, which she even accomplished in India. Sally could have gone to university in Bangor, No…
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In this episode I explore another essays in Leo Strauss and Joseph Cropsey's massive History of Political Philosophy 3rd Edition, this time looking at an essay by David Lowenthal that discusses Montesquieu and the various types of regimes, and the English synthesis of them. This episode is the third of a series.…
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