Greg Smith and Allister Field

Talking not Ranting

Business EN ↓ 252 episodes

“Talking not Ranting” is a management commentary podcast series created and co-hosted by two good friends, Greg Smith and Allister Field, which chronicles their frank and honest conversations around lessons learned during their contrasting management careers through mistakes, learning opportunities and mentors. This podcast series invites the listener to eavesdrop on their discussions and to enter into discussions of their own on how to be a good manager with all the opportunities and challenges that provides through connection, community and safe and brave spaces. Created by: Greg Smith and A...

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Greg Smith and Allister Field

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Business

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Latest episode

Jun 24, 2026

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Episodes

Ep#27 Interview Session: Casey Pugh 01.01.2021

Interview with Casey Pugh on his recent experiences in the workplace and of being a "millennial" or what we all think that might be. Great discussion which helps everyone look at what generational beliefs, ideas and biases we ourselves bring to the table.

Ep#26 the Gift 18.12.2020

Gift of the fresh start. A time of new beginnings, renewal and good relationships.

Ep#25 in Search of Safe Brave Spaces 11.12.2020

Book Launch. Greg is interviewed about his new book "In Search of Safe Brave Spaces: a Guide to Unlocking and Releasing Potential.” Safe Brave Spaces website: www.safebravespaces.com Free Kindle app download - https://www.amazon.ca/gp/digital/fiona/kcp-landing-page/ref=sv_kinc_2 Various Amazon Links to the book: Here is the Canadian URL: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08PDPWCDS And the US: https://www....

Ep#24 Hello is anyone there silence after the interview 04.12.2020

How do we deal with those who apply to our organizations? How do we deal with saying no? Are we keeping an eye to the future?

Ep#23 Whats with the Job Description 27.11.2020

Questions about how well are we being served by longer and more complex job descriptions which seem to contain even the kitchen sink. Is a move to more simplicity in order? Introducing the question: "What's tight and what's loose?"

Ep#22 the Awkward Social 21.11.2020

Working towards a healthy social that benefits everyone. Awkward social to awesome social.

Ep#21 is this the or an issue? 14.11.2020

You are called out for a very minor thing...perhaps in public. Do we think before we speak and is it always necessary to go full on? Pick the battles you need to fight. Discussion on Rumi's three gates: https://daviddanielbooks.com/the-three-gates/

Ep#20 Interview Session: Maggie John 08.11.2020

Maggie John, the producer and host of 'Context Beyond the Headlines', pulls up a chair to the table at the diner and joins the TNR Crew for a discussion about "the Experience of Women in the Professional World." In this episode Maggie discusses which voices are at the table, how do we reflect our communities, and how we move from listening to being an ally to being a co-conspirator to affect chang...

Ep#19 Interview Session: Deputy Chief Shawna Coxon 31.10.2020

Deputy Chief Shawna Coxon O.O.M., PHD pulls up a chair to the table at the diner and joins the TNR Crew for a discussion about "the Experience of Women in the Professional World." In this episode Shawna shares her journey and lessons learned in an honest, vulnerable, optimistic and courageous way.

Ep#18 the Evaluation 25.10.2020

Moving towards a healthier evaluation.....away from a single transaction of anxiety to a more ongoing and better experience.

Ep#17 Micro-Managing 101 18.10.2020

Are you all over everyone....and everything? The beauty is in the blend.

EP#16 the Acting Assignment 11.10.2020

Talking and Listening in all directions when we ask people to step up. Coach-Greg Smith: greg@kgregsmith.com, greg@lighthouse9.ca

Ep#15 the Compliment 04.10.2020

Do we appreciate people's work and let them know in a healthy way? By the way no one was injured in the recording of this podcast.

Ep#14 Mid Series After Party 27.09.2020

the Podcast, the Cast, Covid 19, questions and suggestions.

Ep#13 Ignore it 20.09.2020

Sometimes you have to just manager up on issues.....in the long run its less costly...and healthier.

Ep# 12 the Reaction 13.09.2020

Calm, cool and and collected when dealing with a disconnect?

Ep#11 Trashing The Past 04.09.2020

Whether riding into town to keep it going or to demuck a situation....keeping it honest, genuine and professional.

Ep# 10 put aside some of the things on your plate 30.08.2020

Do we really mean it as bosses when we say some things will have to be put aside to deal with a serious situation or major change in priorities?

Ep#9 Sarcasm 23.08.2020

...a weapon or a tool for connection.

Ep#8 Awkward Exit Stage Left 16.08.2020

Exiting and leaving well?

Ep#7 Swinging for the Fence 09.08.2020

Killjoy or builder upper to people's goals and dreams?

Ep#6 Case Study "250 Hamburgers" 02.08.2020

A foundational story about leadership.........and hamburgers.......through the eyes of a 17 year old.

Ep#5 the Staff or Management Meeting 26.07.2020

The circus is not in town. Moving towards a healthy team meeting where everyone has a place and voice.

Ep#4 the Talk 19.07.2020

How are failings being dealt with in your company? Are we failing at dealing with failing?

Ep#3 the Meeting 12.07.2020

What do your meetings look like? In search of the good meeting.

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