Across the pond with Barry and Chad
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWelcome to Across the pond, a weekly catch up covering Johannesburg to London and everything in between. This is a space to stay abreast of the world we’re living in and how it’s changing as well as things to strive for to become the best you can be.
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Episodes
Mmhmm...
October 14, 2020 07:00 - 57 minutes - 107 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss the latest postponement of the new James Bond movie, a billionaire who has now gone bankrupt after giving all of his money away, Draco Malfoy’s screentime in the Harry Potter series, new startup Mmhmm and what they are doing for the future of video conferencing and we end off by talking about our plan for losing the lockdown fat. All of this and more on the latest episode of Across the Pond! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify...
Trump and the Social Dilemma
October 07, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 149 MBOn this historic episode of the podcast we interview Daisy the goat before moving onto a range of other topics like Donald Trump’s taxes, debate and COVID results, the highly controversial Netflix documentary ‘The Social Dilemma’, the future of drone security and Nathaniel Drew’s insights for living a creative life. This is one of our best episodes yet so we hope you enjoy it! Switch to video: https://youtu.be/J1RmqI8VVhY Get Daisy on your Zoom: https://www.cronkshawfoldfarm.co.uk/goatson...
Drones, Goats and TikToks
October 01, 2020 07:00 - 59 minutes - 111 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss Oracle’s future purchase of the US TikTok operations, the COVID-19 spike happening in the UK, getting a goat for your Zoom call, Tesco delivering groceries by drones and how we should appreciate our own culture by viewing it through the eyes of others. It’s another jam-packed episode of Across the Pond! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
The Dam, The Cloud and The Dog.
September 24, 2020 20:27 - 56 minutes - 106 MBOn this episode of the podcast we start by discussing the rising popularity of eSports, which is attracting investment from David Beckham of all people. We then chat about Uber’s ambitious goal to be fully electric by 2030, a giant dam in China that changed the Earth’s rotation, Microsoft’s new XCloud gaming platform and what spending quality time with a dog can teach us about being better humans. All of this and more on a jam-packed episode of Across the Pond! --- Send in a voice message:...
Apple Event Debrief (Apple Watch Series 6, Fitness+, New iPads and more!)
September 15, 2020 23:20 - 34 minutes - 63.8 MBApple streamed another sparkling event on September 15th to announce a range of new products and services including the new Apple Watch Series 6 and Series 6 SE, a new generation of iPad and iPad Air, as well as some new subscription services like Fitness+ and Apple One. On this emergency episode of Across the Pond we discuss our initial thoughts on all things Apple! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Neuralink Freaks Us Out
September 12, 2020 06:48 - 1 hour - 123 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss the infamous Clicks advert and the resulting EFF protests, Novak Djokovich schadenfreude at the US Open, David Blaine’s crazy balloon stunt, Neuralink’s vision for the future of brain-machine interfaces, how to be great and why Jordan Peterson’s ideas on responsibility resonate so much in today’s world. All of this and more on another cracking episode of Across the Pond! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-...
Humanity’s Doomsday Potato Vault
September 05, 2020 08:24 - 1 hour - 121 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss Microsoft’s decision to end support for Internet Explorer after 25 years, the Experian data breach that rocked South Africa, the tragic death of ‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman, a fascinating vault of potatoes in the middle of Peru that acts as an insurance policy for the human race and Powerpoint’s new ‘Presenter Coach’ which should help you give better presentations. All this and more on the latest episode of Across the Pond! --- Send in a...
Ready Player One
August 21, 2020 06:38 - 58 minutes - 110 MBOn this episode of the podcasts we talk about a potential vaccine in Russia, the controversial News24 Paywall, Ready Player One, rumours about Apple subscription bundles and some tough love on discipline. We hope you’ll join us for the ride! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Reels, Cameras and Micro-Countries
August 15, 2020 07:42 - 57 minutes - 107 MBOn this episode we discuss the tragic explosion in Beirut, Instagram Reels, Nike’s incredible new advert, a man who started his own tiny country and we answer a question from a listener about getting into photography and videography for the first time. Join us for yet another wide-ranging episode of Across the Pond! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Big Tech Under the Spotlight
August 07, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 142 MBOn this episode, we chat about the brand new Sony A7S III, Big Tech going before Congress, Unclaimed Baggage, Apple’s POS terminals and we dive into what makes the YouTube community so unique. Throw in some brand new sound effects and you’ve got yourself episode number 39! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Writing a Novel in a Month
July 29, 2020 18:09 - 1 hour - 140 MBOn this episode our main focus is Barry’s crazy journey of writing an entire novel in one month back in 2015. We also discuss Spain’s quarantine status, corruption concerns in South Africa and Chad’s brand new short film about love post-virus. All this and more on 38! Barry's writing journey: https://www.facebook.com/PurpleShiver/ Chad's short film: https://youtu.be/4sk5rfRGefo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Twitter's Heist and 365's Hype
July 25, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 136 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we discuss the crazy Twitter hack that happened this past week as well as a potential corona virus vaccine coming out of Oxford, the most controversial movie on Netflix, Kahneman’s ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ and our neverending search for joy. All this and more on number 37! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
From Hamilton to TikTok
July 16, 2020 07:34 - 1 hour - 139 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss TikTok’s rise and its surrounding controversy, Cyril’s scolding, the return of loadshedding, the musical phenomenon ‘Hamilton’, creative insecurity and the demons that we all carry around that no-one else knows about. It’s a goodie, we hope you’ll enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
The Missing Star
July 11, 2020 07:59 - 1 hour - 123 MBOn this episode of the podcast we talk about the future of e-scooters in the UK, Kanye’s presidential bid, a star that disappeared without a trace, AI writing original stories and Roam’s philosophy of networked thought. Join us for the conversation! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Discovering Jacob Collier
July 02, 2020 12:20 - 1 hour - 137 MBOur newly-found respect for musical prodigy Jacob Collier dominates this episode with supporting roles played by Apple’s WWDC, Kanye West’s Yeezy partnership with Gap, Tencent’s entrance into online gaming and a quick breakdown of how to look like Thor! Dig in and enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Robot Dogs and Short Films
June 25, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBOn this jam-packed episode of the podcast we discuss large-scale retrenchments at Edcon, the Gauteng Taxi Strikes, facial recognition ethics, cutting-edge robotics, the future of email, Chad’s new short film and we answer a question from a listener! Chad's Short Film - https://youtu.be/Fj8OilVHyI8 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Deepening Your Relationships
June 20, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBThis one’s a doozy! We start with a very special guest, Simone Poppleton, chatting with us about deepening your relationships both during lockdown and beyond. We then move on to technology updates from Instagram, YouTube and the much talked about Playstation 5. We finish with our thoughts on ‘The Last Dance’, Crowd 1 and a passionate plea for you to stay weird! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Problems with Paywalls
June 12, 2020 08:22 - 56 minutes - 106 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss statues being pulled down in the UK, a devastating oil spill in Russia, Conor McGregor’s retirement, problems with paywalls, the future of online/offline education and a celebration of long-form, balanced and respectful discussion. All this and more on episode 31! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
George Floyd, SpaceX and a Piano’s Solace
June 05, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutes - 112 MBOn this episode of the podcast we share our thoughts on the tragic murder of George Floyd and what it means for the future of our society. We then talk about SpaceX’s historic manned mission, the unexpected solace of a piano, VR for remote working and Chad’s virtual Ironman. We hope you’ll join us! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Tales from the Antarctic
May 28, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBOn this episode of the podcast we start by chatting to Michael Daniel about his recent expedition to the Antarctic. We then move on to discuss South Africa’s move to Level 3, Joe Rogan’s exclusive move to Spotify, Battle Bots, Marble Races and much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
NatChats, Mind Reading and Movies from Space!
May 21, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 150 MBOn this episode of the podcast we are back to video and we start with a milestone moment - our very first guest, professional streamer NatChats! After learning about the world of online streaming we chat about mask-tracking AI, a Tom Cruise movie to be shot in space, Facebook’s purchase of Giphy, a step towards mind-reading and a question from a listener about novels. It’s a jam-packed episode and we hope you’ll join us for the journey! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.sp...
Cloth Masks, Cardboard Cutouts, and Cinema Outbursts
May 12, 2020 19:47 - 1 hour - 120 MBOn this audio-only episode of the podcast we discuss China’s digital currency trials, lockdown easing in the UK, Borussia Dortmund’s cardboard cutouts, the future of cinemas and how to think about the opportunity cost of wasted time. All this and more in episode 27! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Show Trailer
May 10, 2020 09:21 - 1 minute - 3.64 MBWelcome to Across the pond, a weekly catch up covering Johannesburg to London and everything in between. This is a space to stay abreast of the world we’re living in and how it’s changing as well as things to strive for to become the best you can be. This is a snip of what you can expect on our show - based off of our latest episode - Makeup, AI Music and UFOs! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Makeup, AI Music and UFOs
May 08, 2020 07:43 - 1 hour - 129 MBOn this audio-only episode we discuss COVID-19 contact tracing, newly released UFO footage, the impact of AR on makeup, AI-generated music, intellectual humility and we finally settle the great jingle debate! Join us in the pond! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Oil Prices & Lockdown Levels
April 27, 2020 13:26 - 1 hour - 135 MBOn this audio-only episode we discuss the recent oil price crash, the easing of lockdown restrictions in South Africa, drone deliveries in the UK, Descript editing and 10 ways to improve your mood right now! We had a lot of fun with this one and we hope you enjoy listening to it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Why is Alcohol Banned?
April 21, 2020 14:12 - 1 hour - 111 MBOn this audio-only episode we discuss SAA on its last legs, South Africa’s alcohol ban, crazy indoor athletic feats, Facebook bots, to-do apps and we answer a question about memojis. We hope you’ll join us! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
The Play Dough of Life
April 14, 2020 11:06 - 57 minutes - 106 MBOn this audio-only episode we give a brief update on COVID-19 before devoting the rest of the episode to technology, materialism and how ‘things’ affect our psychology. Add in a generous dose of documentary reviews and you’ve got yourself some audio gold for your lockdown! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
World 2.0
April 07, 2020 13:33 - 1 hour - 150 MBWe’re going audio-only for the next few episodes and this episode includes a COVID-19 update, thoughts on reading habits and webcast lessons as well as a rare musical interlude in honour of Bill Withers. Hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Looking for Light
April 01, 2020 11:40 - 1 hour - 136 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we discuss the latest developments of the COVID-19 pandemic, South Africa’s credit rating downgrade, the Zoom v Skype battle. Apple’s new iPad Pro and how we can look forward to the light at the end of the tunnel. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Lockdown.
March 25, 2020 11:49 - 1 hour - 146 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss the latest developments in COVID-19 including escalations in the UK and SA specifically. We also chat about whatsapp encryption, Amazon’s brick and mortar strategy, and we think about how to use this self-isolation to get some valuable introspection under your belt! All this and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Fighting an Invisible Enemy (COVID-19)
March 17, 2020 12:13 - 1 hour - 184 MBWe dedicate this entire episode to the COVID-19 Corona Virus Pandemic playing out across the world. We tackle it region by region, looking at developments in the UK, South Africa, Europe more generally, the USA and Asia. In addition we discuss some advice for how to personally do your part to slow the spread. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
The Economic Impact of COVID-19
March 11, 2020 16:00 - 51 minutes - 94.2 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss the impact of the Corona Virus on travel, stocks and the psychology of everyday people. We also talk about Einstein’s legacy, Google’s new moonshot company and we remind ourselves that the sun will come up tomorrow! From wherever you are currently quarantined, join us! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Big Holes and Small Wins
March 04, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBOn episode 17 of the podcast we discuss Harvey Weinstein’s guilty verdict, Black Rock’s change in investment philosophy, Kimberley’s Big Hole, Fogg’s Small Wins and the raging diet debates. Tuck in and enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Pandemics, Keyboards and Fire Trucks
February 27, 2020 08:12 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn this episode of Across the Pond we discuss the continuing march of the Corona Virus, why our keyboard layout is holding us back, updates from Harry and Meghan as well as talk about the most powerful fire truck known to man. All this and more on episode 16! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
SONA, Meeting Finneas and $10bn for Climate Change
February 19, 2020 17:54 - 1 hour - 141 MBOn episode 15 of the podcast, we do a deep dive into South Africa’s State of the Nation, we hear Chad fan-girling over Finneas and Billie Eilish, we discuss the Bezos Earth Fund and learn how to take better notes! Tune in for a jam-packed journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Accountability, Virtue Signalling and Philanthropy
February 16, 2020 10:38 - 1 hour - 132 MBOn this episode of the podcast we discuss Jacob Zuma’s arrest warrant, converting members of the KKK, the future of philanthropy and whether young people should be going to university? Join us for another wide-ranging conversation from across the pond! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Privacy v Security. Evidence v Placebo. Paper v Screens.
February 06, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 142 MBLucky Episode 13 brings us the privacy v safety debate again, a green shoot of optimism for South African electricity, updates on the Corona Virus, a passionate defence of rational thinking and plenty more good stuff! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
World Leaders Need to Work Together (Corona Virus, WEF, Digital Taxes and more!)
January 30, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 141 MBWe’ve seen a trend towards nationalist populism in the last year, but in this episode we dig into a number of issues that require significant international co-operation. - The Corona Virus continues to cause concern in Asia. - The World Economic Forum is dominated by climate change conversations. - Governments look to tax digital income from large international tech companies. Once we’ve solved those problems, we talk about the history of writing, hypnosis, Toastmasters and the ethics of spo...
VISA new acquisition, lab rats bias and Spotify for pets?
January 24, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBIn this episode we discuss Visa’s acquisition of Plaid, Magnus Carlsen, Dion Wired, Spotify for Pets, SAA, fast fashion, lab rats, cancer, virtual keyboards, Uber Elevate, Apple connectors, Blue Monday, open mic nights and a question from a listener about matric pass rates. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Crisis for the Royal Family and the Ukranian Plane Crash
January 16, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 130 MBIn this episode we discuss the Iran/Ukranian Plane Crash, the trouble in the royal family, Debenhams and the future of retail, load-shedding, Justin Bieber, intellectual conviction, the Sony prototype car, mental health stigma, saying sorry and we answer a question from a listener! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
US Drone Strikes, Australia Fires and the New Year Motivation you need
January 10, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 137 MBIn this episode we discuss the US drone strike on Iran, the ongoing Wildfires in Australia, Sarah Kay, disability awareness, vertical TV’s, David Goggins, thinking bigger, nutrition, notifications and why you should never grow up! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
New Year, New Decade!
January 02, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 151 MBOn our first episode of the new decade we have a packed show! We discuss dating apps, cryptocurrency, new media norms, #MeToo, doxxing, the Proteas beating England, ‘The Organised Mind’, The Rock and Kevin Hart, the water crisis, IoT sensors, Frozen II and the future of smartphones! Dig in and enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Updates on topics we've discussed this year, the annual awards and our 2020 goals!
December 30, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 132 MBIn this episode we look to how some of the topics we've discussed in previous episodes have developed. Also, being the last episode of 2019, we chat through some of our favourite Movies, Books and Artists of the year. Lastly, we wrap up with our goals for 2020. Tune in for this jam packed episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
UK General Election results, Netflix’s Marriage Story and 2020 Tech Predictions
December 21, 2019 10:40 - 1 hour - 122 MBIn this Christmas episode we discuss the UK General Election, the volcano eruption in New Zealand, Pewdiepie, the Blitzbokke, Marriage Story, Winston Churchill, 2020 Tech Predictions, HIIT Training, Real Estate Woes and barefoot running! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
SA electricity woes, Mobile Data price ruling, #ImStaying and the Trolley Problem
December 12, 2019 18:46 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode we discuss data costs in South Africa, misleading advertising, a potential Trump impeachment, Google’s co-founders stepping down, load-shedding, #ImStaying, China’s facial recognition, 1 good - 1 bad analysis, habitual vocabulary and the Trolley Problem! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Fake News, Deep Fakes, Spiritual Redemption and the Centenarian Olympics
December 05, 2019 14:18 - 1 hour - 133 MBIn this episode we discuss fake news in UK Politics, the terrorist attack on London Bridge, deep fakes in the Gabon national election, technochauvinism, Kanye West’s Sunday Service, Bitcoin transaction costs, Apple Pay updates, the Centenarian Olympics and a listener asks us about our thoughts on self-driving cars. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Tesla's Cybertruck, Uber trouble in London, journalling, job interviews and starting triathlon
November 29, 2019 14:45 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn this episode we have a very full show where we discuss the Tesla CyberTruck, Uber’s licence being suspended in London, Twitter’s policy changes, La Reina, Tolkien, Apple’s new gear, journalling, job interviews and a question from a listener! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
WeWork, Da Vinci, The Crown and the Future of Banking
November 22, 2019 08:53 - 1 hour - 118 MBIn this episode of Across the Pond we discuss WeWork burning from the inside, misleading UK politics, the ongoing SAA strike, Leonardo da Vinci, The Crown, tech giants moving into banking, learning to code, the love-hate relationship with social media and we answer a question from a listener! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message
Welcome to the podcast
November 15, 2019 08:42 - 1 hour - 112 MBWelcome to our brand new podcast! In this episode we introduce ourselves, set out the weekly framework and discuss the topics of weekly news (UK General Election and South Africa winning the World Cup), ‘Why we sleep’ - the book by Matthew Walker, artificial intelligence preventing suicide and getting a head start on your 2020 goals. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/across-the-pondcast/message