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Talking not Ranting

Talking not Ranting

Written by: Greg Smith and Allister Field
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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.comGreg Smith and Allister Field Economics
Episodes
  • Ep#239 Keeping Good People

    Ep#239 Keeping Good People
    Feb 19 2026

    In this episode Greg and Allister dig into the topic of "Keeping Good People." This idea keeps coming up in various episodes so it is time to talk about it dead on.

    Have you been in a good healthy environment where you feel seen, heard and part of something good?


    Have you felt like being on the outs and can't wait to make an exit?


    https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/


    talkingnotranting@gmail.com
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    39 mins
  • Ep#238 Imposter Syndrome

    Ep#238 Imposter Syndrome
    Feb 10 2026

    In this episode, Greg and Allister talk about the subject of feeling like an imposter. Great discussion from our hosts about their thoughts and experiences.

    Have you had Imposter Syndrome?

    How did you work through it?

    What can you tell others about the experience?

    Who are you talking to?

    Safe Brave Stories:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/4psUFKTPSRJ9MphDpxvttQ?si=0ff6934e9c4d41c3


    https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

    talkingnotranting@gmail.com
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    35 mins
  • Ep# 237 Insecure

    Ep# 237 Insecure
    Jan 28 2026

    What is it like when you work for, with, or you yourself are insecure? How do you deal with it? How can you deal with these situations and what is the fallout if you don't?

    Who are you talking to?


    https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

    allister.field@gmail.com

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

    greg@kgregsmith.com
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    39 mins
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