<![CDATA[Typically Atypical]]>Typically Atypical is a podcast for leaders who are tired of box ticking, jargon, and safe advice. Hosted by two governance, risk, and strategy professionals who have spent years working inside the system, it takes a more candid and practical view on how organisations actually operate. The focus is on what works in the real world rather than what looks good on paper.

Each episode explores governance, risk, and strategy through honest conversation and informed challenge. The aim is to move beyond frameworks and best practice and get to the substance of decision making, accountability, and leadership. This is not about theory or polished narratives. It is about clear thinking, real experience, and calling out what others tend to avoid.

If you are looking for conventional advice, this will not be it. If you want direct, experience driven insight that reflects the complexity of modern organisations, you are in the right place.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:13:48 GMTThu, 23 Apr 2026 21:27:52 GMT60Eoghan Kenny & Lee Bristow<p>Typically Atypical is a podcast for leaders who are tired of box ticking, jargon, and safe advice. Hosted by two governance, risk, and strategy professionals who have spent years working inside the system, it takes a more candid and practical view on how organisations actually operate. The focus is on what works in the real world rather than what looks good on paper.<br /><br />Each episode explores governance, risk, and strategy through honest conversation and informed challenge. The aim is to move beyond frameworks and best practice and get to the substance of decision making, accountability, and leadership. This is not about theory or polished narratives. It is about clear thinking, real experience, and calling out what others tend to avoid.<br /><br />If you are looking for conventional advice, this will not be it. If you want direct, experience driven insight that reflects the complexity of modern organisations, you are in the right place.</p>episodicEoghan Kenny & Lee Bristowekenny@thecompliance.teamyes<![CDATA[Energy - May the 4th be with you]]>What better day to talk about the force that is Energy than May 4th!

The conversation explores the critical role of energy in business, infrastructure, and economic prosperity. It delves into the impact of energy supply on business investment, infrastructure planning, and the potential for economic growth. The discussion also touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by renewable energy, AI, and infrastructure development. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to energy, AI, and local community empowerment. It explores the integration of open source local models, the impact of AI on energy consumption, and the potential for self-sufficiency in energy generation. The discussion also delves into the role of government ambition in shaping energy policies and the need for strategic planning in energy infrastructure development.

Takeaways

  • Energy is a fundamental enabler and barrier to doing good business
  • Infrastructure planning and energy supply are crucial for economic prosperity AI integration and energy consumption
  • Local community empowerment through self-sufficiency in energy generation

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Significance of Energy
  • 07:33 Challenges in Planning and Permission
  • 13:21 Impact of Unreliable Power on Business
  • 20:02 Investment in Infrastructure and Energy
  • 25:12 AI Impact on Energy Consumption and Self-Sufficiency
  • 33:41 Local Community Empowerment and Energy Strategy
  • 42:24 Government Ambition and Energy Policy
]]>04f472a2-17d8-4273-a963-a8924787761fTue, 05 May 2026 13:53:39 GMT<p>What better day to talk about the force that is Energy than May 4th!<br /><br />The conversation explores the critical role of energy in business, infrastructure, and economic prosperity. It delves into the impact of energy supply on business investment, infrastructure planning, and the potential for economic growth. The discussion also touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by renewable energy, AI, and infrastructure development. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to energy, AI, and local community empowerment. It explores the integration of open source local models, the impact of AI on energy consumption, and the potential for self-sufficiency in energy generation. The discussion also delves into the role of government ambition in shaping energy policies and the need for strategic planning in energy infrastructure development.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Energy is a fundamental enabler and barrier to doing good business</li><li>Infrastructure planning and energy supply are crucial for economic prosperity AI integration and energy consumption</li><li>Local community empowerment through self-sufficiency in energy generation</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Significance of Energy</li><li>07:33 Challenges in Planning and Permission</li><li>13:21 Impact of Unreliable Power on Business</li><li>20:02 Investment in Infrastructure and Energy</li><li>25:12 AI Impact on Energy Consumption and Self-Sufficiency</li><li>33:41 Local Community Empowerment and Energy Strategy</li><li>42:24 Government Ambition and Energy Policy</li></ul>no00:45:3011Energy - May the 4th be with youfull