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🎙️ Welcome to ThinkWORKS! 🚀 Get ready to dive into mind-blowing convos that introduce everything from the mysterious to the downright practical for everyone ranging from the curious, the explorer and the business owner/manager. 🌌 Explore the universe's secrets, question life's essence, and geek out over AI and robot rights. We're talking conspiracy theories, time travel, aliens, philosophical inquiries into life, the universe & everything, and all the wild stuff that keeps your brain buzzing. 💡 But hey, we're also keeping it real with tips on crushing time management, team motivation, and business hacks. We're all about the future—how tech's gonna flip our world, from biz to schools, and even our place in the cosmic puzzle. 🔍 We're breaking down crime prevention, championing some cool business practices for the entrepreneurs among us, dissecting education, and using science to level up our dreams. 🎧 Tune in to ThinkWORKS for a mix of brainy vibes and real-world insights that'll leave you inspired and ready to take on the world! © Darren Smithson / ThinkWORKS. Opinions expressed are those of the host.

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September 6, 2026Episode 1281 hr 9 min

128: ThinkWORKS Presents Adventures in Comics- Captain Britain at 50!

ThinkWORKS Presents an Adventures in Comics episode as we look at the life and times of Britain's greatest superhero, Captain Britain, as he turns 50. Listen to Chris and Darren as they explain the origins of Marvel's first UK exclusive Captain Britain Weekly, what transpired next, and then how he burst back on the scene years later. Both presenters tell their views and anecdotes on both the Captain and the history. Happy Birthday Brian Braddock! Join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a9ddce15d4d3f596e683bcf

August 31, 2026Episode 12723 min

127: ThinkWORKS 127 5 Small Habit Changes To Create Enormous Change

We all think change comes from taking huge actions, but even small changes made on a consistent basis can compound into dramatic change over a decade. We talk about 5 small habits that once changed and acted on daily or weekly can create an enormous shift over time. Join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a94336bc4c97ab81d0d112f And note, I'll be doing regular updates on the community post so you can track how these 5 habit changes are working for me!

August 24, 2026Episode 12617 min

126: ThinkWORKS 126 You Don't Need More Information.

We live in a world drowning in information, but starving for meaning. In this episode of ThinkWORKS , Darren explores why consuming more doesn't always make us wiser — and why the real challenge is learning to filter, connect and understand what actually matters. Because sometimes the answer isn't more information. It's making better sense of what you already know. Comment at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a8b6fd9cb9056586e918a51

August 17, 2026Episode 12518 min

125: ThinkWORKS 125 How Do We Know What To Believe?

With my new book out this week, it makes sense to look at why certainty is the enemy of truth., and just why the skill of using scepticism judiciously has never been more important to master. Join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a81dc5638ca505fc78b645c

August 10, 2026Episode 1249 min

124: ThinkWORKS 124 You're Already Selling (you just don't realise it yet).

Based on a chapter from my book You 2.0: Build Yourself Better, we explain why everyone works in sales, even when they don't. Join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a785e34c8ca9f96a6848060

August 3, 2026Episode 12311 min

123: ThinkWORKS 123 The Hidden Systems Running Your Life.

Not everything that shapes your life is by design... the trick is, is to recognise which systems are and which are not, and then manage them accordingly. Join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a6d13f885a525b10c619492

July 27, 2026Episode 12236 min

122: ThinkWORKS 122 Unexplained Mysteries The Great Flood Myths

Continuing from our earlier episode on Atlantis, we look at other flood tales and why they endure in our lore. Comment at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a671d61f41e38d8be416b13

July 20, 2026Episode 1219 min

121: ThinkWORKS 121 Energy Is Not Motivation

Relying on energy alone to 'get things done' is not a reliable methodology, and yet many confuse energy and motivation as being the same thing. We explain why they're not and how to keep motivated even on low-energy days. Join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a5cf4659921951206c12368

July 13, 2026Episode 1201 hr 8 min

120: ThinkWORKS 120 Adventures in Comics The PULPS Part 2

This week, Chris and I conclude our look at the pulp heroes and their importance to everything from Star Wars to Batman to Dune. This episode looks at planetary romance, swords and sorcery and space heroes- Conan, John Carter, Solomon Kane, Flash Gordon, Buck Rogers and many more. So pull up a chair and join us for high adventure! Join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a538abf830b524af9a29572

July 6, 2026Episode 1199 min

119: ThinkWORKS 119 The You 2.0 Pattern (so far)

As we bring Phase 1 in our series of episodes based on You 2.0 to a close, this episode pulls together a series of tools and shows how they fit together. As ever, join in the discussion at https://revolutionradio.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/community/channels/ThinkWORKS----Recent.-6aJNXw/posts/6a49119c2eb852b4672c5b45