Episodes
261
Latest episode
Oct 2026
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“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 Allister Field. Produced by: Greg Smith and Allister Field. Hosts: Greg Smith and Allister Field. Writer: Allister Field Audio Editor/ Post prod: Allister Field. Art Work: Allister Field. Intro Music: Coreigh Field. Email us at: talkingnotranting@gmail.com
In this episode Greg and Allister have one of their best conversations of this series about their experiences when either they or someone else are crunchie and how that affects the conversation. How do you handle it when you are not your best in a conversation? And what about when someone doesn’t show up at their best. Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410 https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield
In this episode Greg Smith and Allister Field discuss the use of "going for a Coffee" to have discussions in the workplace. Even though Allister doesn't like coffee this is a good conversation about the ups and downs of taking the talk out of the office. This episode really sets out the differing work histories of our hosts. Who are you talking to? Where are you talking? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
In this episode Greg and Allister run through a list of phrases that we sometimes rely upon in conversations with those we work with. They discuss the impact of being vague and sometimes insensitive to the situation. Do you use catch phrases as an easy way to deal with situations? Have you been the recipient to some of those phrases? origin story of the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rosA-touPI Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
In this episode Greg and Allister each bring up a topic off the top of their heads. Great conversation came about how we cope at work and how we approach work or volunteer opportunities when we perhaps have some hang ups with the situation and some of the people involved. Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
In this episode Greg and Allister discuss giving advice. Who do you seek out? How do you give advice? Are you the right person to give advice? This is a great practical discussion on advice giving and receiving. Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
Join Greg Smith and Allister Field as they discuss the role of tension in the workplace and what we take away or contribute to that. Who are you talking to in order to deal with any of your concerns that are causing you tension? How can you help those around you who are dealing with tension? Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
After a brief break so Greg could go on holidays the crew are back at it. Join Greg and Allister as they discuss being and dealing with difficult people. Never happens right! Have you had to deal with difficult people? Have you been one of them? Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
In this summer episode Greg Smith and Allister Field talk about what is going on in their lives professionally and personally. As well our duo talk about how their podcast productions have grown touching on multiple genres. For all our new listeners this will give you some insight into the genesis and philosophy behind the TNR Creative Space stewarded by our hosts. Who are you talking to? Greg's Book: In Search of Safe Brave Spaces (Can be located on Amazon) Allister's new Fictional Styling: the Spy's Veneer. https://open.spotify.com/episode/73lOOycCNaUJ4Y45ygtLKq?si=bMzosS83Sj6nva41UmLU4A https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
In this episode our hosts, Greg and Allister, talk about their thoughts, experiences and questions around "Trust." What are you thoughts around what Trust is and what are your experiences around receiving and loosing trust? This is probably our hosts most insightful discussions of this podcast series. Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
In this episode Greg and Allister talk about their experience, thoughts and questions around having expectations. How do you deal with your expectations? Have you been surprised by someone else's expectations? Have you had both good and challenging experiences in this area? Who are you talking to? https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/
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