BaU with Joe Rogers and Patrick Beggs

In this episode, Joe and Patrick resume their convo on intentionality. They unpack the concept of intentionality, discussing how they've consciously incorporated it into every facet of their lives, from personal decisions to professional strategies. Joe highlights how pivotal it is when your intentions turn into reality to understand to let yourself breathe before you commit to the next path. They...

Join BAU as much needed rain lands across Eastern Australia as a late Easter present. The two discuss on how to take deliberate steps in the age of distraction. In this episode, Pat shares his perspective on the importance of pacing yourself, emphasising that recognising the long journey ahead and strategically observing the field is just as crucial as seizing opportunities with quick sprints. Joe...

Join Joe and Pat as they dissect the complex nuances of our current economic landscape and most importantly the nocturnal habits of Koalas. They peel back the layers and get into the nitty-gritty of automation, the state of the economy, and the profound gap between institutional messaging and the lived experiences of individuals. The conversation critiques the retrospective nature of economic...

Join Joe and Pat as they explore into the emergence of "The Age of Answer" and its subsequent impact on how brands will show up into the future. Pat delves into Joe's thoughts and experiences running  The Contenders , highlighting how brand significance is evolving in a world of personalised feeds, information bubbles, and tech products. They discuss the idea that while brands continue to hol...

Join Joe and Pat as they dig into navigating through their experiences of both happiness and unhappiness. They chat through how they approach happiness and delve into their personal strategies for coping with unhappiness. They discuss the impact of external factors like the digital world on their mental health, and explore the intrinsic and extrinsic motivations behind their actions. Through their...

Join Joe and Pat as they navigate the uncharted territories of tomorrow's opportunity landscape. In this defining era, the blueprint of the next generation's moment to shine remains intriguingly TBC (To Be Confirmed). The two delve into the heart of an often heated debate: the generational advantage between baby boomers and the subsequent generations. While opinions may vary, Joe and Pat find comm...

Join Joe and Pat as they dig under the hood of a shifting work environment. With Joe putting forward the case that UBI would go along way to supporting and maybe even reinvigorating an economy that is becoming more scared to take risk. As the spoils continue to go to the big seven as we continue to witnessing a trend where dominant market players merge further concentrating their power, the questi...

Join Joe and Pat as they dive into the digital divide, exploring how significant weather events and shared governance impact our digital landscape. Question the ownership of digital infrastructures, the balance between public and private sectors, and the vital role of digital literacy in ensuring equitable access. Poking holes and trying to find insights on the potential for innovation in digital...

Join Joe and Pat as they take stock of AI and interrogate where value is being created and captured, from what and from whom? Joe comes out swinging in this episode for the hot minute, casting his gaze to the big seven that have been holding up the S&P 500. The two explore how we might break up companies when they become too big and what does it mean for the future if we don't. Hosted on Acast...

Join Joe and Pat as they take a moment to get a pulse check on 2024. With monetary policy tightened and changing the tempo the duo focus to the everyday implications and atmosphere surrounding it. This weeks hot take finds them engaging in arguments on some points and finding common ground on others. They both agree that we are treading water at best in a sea with a strong undercurrent of AI, Pola...

Join Joe and Pat for their 2nd chat of 2024.101 convos in. Join us weekly for a hot take of the week and a deep dive into where it leads us. This week the boys take a swing at whether our institutions are letting us down with their unwillingness to throw away the shackles of expertise and embrace being equal to all.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Joe and Pat as they take their first swing in 2024, with a new format to boot. Leading with a hot take of the week, to which they have affectionately named amateur minute. Where they take a swing at solving some of the world's most pressing issues. With a more traditional deep dive to follow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Joe and Pat as they bit adieu to 23 and welcome in 24 with wary eyes. The two bring out their respective crystal balls and make their predictions for the year ahead and look into the rearview mirror with perspective to summerise the year that's gone. Stay tuned for the refresh of the convo as the two look to explore new premises of intrigue in the year ahead on the pod. Hosted on Acast. See a...

Join Joe and Pat as they dissect the multifaceted concept of accountability and its significance in today's leadership landscape. The convo navigates through the pandemic's impact on accountability, contrasting leadership styles from Texas to California, and the vital role of discipline. It also emphasises the challenges of decision-making in an information-saturated era. They conclude by highligh...

Join Joe and Pat as they continue to delve into the evolving complexities of modern leadership. They explore the shift from traditional hierarchical models to more inclusive and non-hierarchical approaches, emphasising the importance of adaptability and empathy in today's multi-channeled and personalised communication landscape. The episode highlights the enduring qualities of effective leadership...

Join Joe and Pat as they continue the convo on existence in a post-truth era.  In this episode they delve into the evolving nature of societal leadership, questioning what has fundamentally changed in guiding others in these complex times. They argue that modern leadership is increasingly about providing platforms and creating accountability more than ever before. Joe and...

Join Joe and Pat as they continue their ascent out of the valley of digital despair. In this convo, they focus on the role Government should play in restoring the middle ground in our public discourse and economic systems. They delve into how political dialogue and governmental mechanisms have evolved, highlighting the urgent need for a rule book overhaul to reflect our modern era where the curren...

Join Joe and Pat as they chart a way out of the valley of despair live from the top of a hill in Gippsland. The two trade notes from their personal and professional lives on how they maintain an attitude of hope in face of adversity. They explore new ways civil society can break up the tech titans of today who have over colonised our digital lives and landscapes. They close by asking the question...

Tune in as Joe and Pat explore the evolving dynamics of our interactions and transactions in an increasingly polarised world. They grapple with the challenges of holding a middle ground position in a world of algos that encourage a valley of disconnection and despair rather than deeper debate. While Pat embarks on a quest for silver linings, Joe shines a light on the current landscape and the...

Join Joe and Pat as they attempt to dissect the recent events surrounding the Australian referendum, switching focus from the last time they spoke. As Australia held a vote on whether to incorporate Indigenous Australian voices into the parliament through constitutional recognition. In this convo they explore the historical context of this decision and contemplate the potential implications for th...

Join Pat and Joe as they delve deeper into the nuances of productivity. They examine its cause and effect in an era where the share of the spoils going to labor is at a historic low. Together, they assess the current state of affairs and contemplate what is at stake as we navigate through a transformative period. They explore how we are striving to define a "new normal" in the aftermath of changed...

Join Joe and Pat as they look to unpack the productivity problem that has been splashed across many of the worlds economies and arguably non more so than Australia's. The two step outside their fields of expertise and begin to play out possible future scenarios that may be utilised to fix re-design economic models that would free up equity and increase productivity. Join the two next week as they...

Join Joe and Pat as they wrap up their thoughts on the next 'Communicorn' and whether this mythical beast is even possible in an age of continued innovation. The overarching consensus is that a 'Communicorn' can exist in a niche, however, at scale, the Communicorn vanishes, giving way to a true commerce beast where community becomes the product. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Join Pat and Joe as they return to regular scheduled programming and their quest to determine whether a new communicorn is on the horizon. They delve deep into the concept, questioning whether it is a new platform or a aggregator of content such as Apple that will win the game of thrones. While content remains king and businesses strive to grow and differentiate in the digital realm, it's clear th...

Joe and Pat take a moment to pause and reflect on their personal lives in the latest episode of "Business as Unusual." Recognising the challenges of staying connected in our fast-paced world, they use this episode as an opportunity to check in as friends, discussing their current states from a personal rather than professional perspective. It's a valuable moment of reflection and connection, and a...