The 1% Podcast hosted by Shay Dalton

Simon Horton is the founder of Negotiation Mastery, a center of excellence in the world of negotiation. He has taught the subject of negotiation all around the globe, to hostage negotiators, top banks, law firms and many other blue chip global players. He is a Visiting Lecturer at Imperial College and at the Royal College of Art, and has taught at Oxford University, Birkbeck, and the Skolkovo School of Management in Moscow. His long list of famous clients includes Goldman Sachs, Nike, Pepsi and Lloyds amongst many, many others.   His first  book, 'The Leader's Guide to Negotiation' was published in April 2016 by The Financial Times and his most recent book, ‘Change Their Mind: 6 steps to persuade anyone anytime’ won a 'Highly Commended' award at the Business Book Awards 2023.  

Niall Breslin, or ‘Bressie’ to many of us, is one of Ireland’s most formidable and inspiring mental health advocates. Niall holds an MSc in mindfulness-based intervention, bachelor’s degrees in economics and sociology and is an honorary fellow of both the Royal College of Surgeons and the IADT. He is currently undertaking a PhD in psycho/social interventions. He is also a bestselling author, musician, philanthropist and former professional athlete. His work as founder and Creative Director of the mental health advocacy charity A Lust for Life have earned him numerous social entrepreneurship awards including the prestigious Social Entrepreneur Ireland Impact award, The Social Innovation Fund and the Google Impact Award.

That’s a wrap! Season 15 of the One Percent Podcast is now on all podcast platforms.   We pulled together a recap episode for you this week, featuring short clips from some of the great moments in the podcast’s twelfth season. We were fortunate to have incredible leaders from across industries, disciplines, and fields share their stories and perspectives – and we wanted to share them with you as we wrap up Season 15 and look ahead to the next season.   Here are some of the guests featured in this wrap-up episode:   Daniel Davey: Performance Nutritionist BSc MSc and Bestselling Author Dr Colin O’Gara: Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Associate Professor at University College Dublin Jess Remington: Accomplished strategist focused on designing ethical, resilient systems for our future economy Nick Littlehales: sleep coach who has worked with some of the world’s top sports teams including Manchester City and Liverpool FC Lars Schmidt: well-known expert and practitioner in the field of HR and talent acquisition   We’re hard at work planning Season 16, and as always we would love your feedback and perspective.  

Lars Schmidt is a well-known expert and practitioner in the field of HR and talent acquisition. He is the founder of Amplify, a consulting firm that helps organizations build more inclusive and effective workplaces.    Prior to founding Amplify, Lars served in senior HR leadership roles at companies such as Ticketmaster and NPR. He is also the co-founder of the HR Open Source (HROS) movement, which is a global community of HR professionals dedicated to sharing knowledge and resources to advance the practice of HR.    Lars is a regular speaker at conferences and events and has been featured in numerous media outlets, including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and Fast Company. He is the author of ‘Redefining HR’ and host of the Redefining HR podcast and media series.  

Nick Littlehales is a sleep coach who has worked with some of the world's top athletes, including Cristiano Ronaldo and David Beckham. As the former International Sales and Marketing Director of the Slumberland Group and UK Sleep Council Chairman, Nick has spent over 20 years studying the science of sleep and recovery.   His international best-selling book ‘Sleep’ is a game-changer for those looking to achieve marginal gains, manage stress, or sleep better. In this podcast, we dive deep into his revolutionary R90 Recovery Technique and explore how it can be applied to everyday life.   Through his experiences working with Real Madrid, Manchester United, and the England men's national football team, Nick knows what success looks like and what it takes to get there. He puts the power of agency back in your hands by focusing on what you can control, from when you wake up to when you go to bed.   With his holistic approach to sleep, Nick seeks to inspire interconnected ripples concerning recovery, performance, and mood. His philosophies are not just beneficial for world-class athletes but for anyone involved in high-demanding professional fields such as business.   Get ready to be inspired as Nick shares his insights and strategies on how to weaponize sleep as a critical competitive advantage. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the world's leading experts on sleep and recovery.  

It's a pleasure to speak this week with Jess Remington, an accomplished strategist focused on designing ethical, resilient systems for our future economy. Through her unique blend of historical analysis and imaginative experimentation, Jess challenges us to reconsider the way we work and participate in our economic systems.   Jess served as a visiting scholar at Stanford University's Global Project Center, where she co-facilitated the grassroots research initiative known as Beloved Economies. This project sought answers to fundamental questions about her current modes of work and the potential to innovate beyond them.   Engaging over 200 collaborators in a rich seven year discourse, Jess and her team uncovered seven principles to start a practice and commitment to reimagining how we work. The culmination of this deep dive is the acclaimed book, ‘Beloved Economies: Transforming How We Work’.   Jess and her co-research Joanna Levitt Cray have received notable recognition for their work, capturing a fresh and compelling perspective on the evolution of our workplaces and economic structures. Jess is also the driving force behind the Beloved Economy's campaign and movements to reshape narratives around our economy and work systems.   Join us as we delve into this exciting conversation with Jess and explore the possibilities of building economies that we can all love and thrive in.

Content warning: this episode covers the topic of addiction. If you need resources or support, talk to your GP or a relevant health practitioner.   Dr Colin O’Gara is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Associate Professor at University College Dublin. He is a graduate of University College Cork medical school (1999) and has postgraduate qualifications from the Postgraduate Medical Education and Training Board (PMETB, UK) in General Adult Psychiatry and Substance Misuse Psychiatry. He trained within the NHS Maudsley Hospital rotational schemes at registrar and specialist registrar levels (2000-2006), attaining membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in 2003.    During this time he also researched addiction genetics at the Institute of Psychiatry, London. He was awarded a PhD from King's College London in 2010. He is a Consultant Psychiatrist and head of addiction services at Saint John of God Hospital since 2007, leading clinical activities, service development, research and teaching programmes in addiction.    During this time, he has worked with a wide range of talented multidisciplinary clinical and management colleagues, building holistic non-confrontational detoxification and rehabilitation services. His recent academic and service development work has been featured in international journals and medical publications.

Daniel Davey is known for his vast experience with top-tier athletes from Leinster Rugby and the Dublin senior footballers, Daniel has etched his name prominently in the landscape of nutrition and its role in fostering peak performance.   We discussed an array of topics, including Daniels's latest perspectives on nutrition, wellness, longevity, and the complexities of nurturing a fulfilling, healthy holistic lifestyle.   We delved into Daniel's recent book, "Eat Up: The Next Level", unpacking his expertise in crafting personalized nutrition plans aimed at achieving specific lifestyle and performance goals. Our conversation also expanded to explore Daniel's philosophy and approach to life, performance, overcoming setbacks, and how to follow your passions with a sense of curiosity.  

That’s a wrap! Season 14 of the One Percent Podcast is now on all podcast platforms.   We pulled together a recap episode for you this week, featuring short clips from some of the great moments in the podcast’s twelfth season. We were fortunate to have incredible leaders from across industries, disciplines, and fields share their stories and perspectives – and we wanted to share them with you as we wrap up Season 14 and look ahead to the next season.   Here are some of the guests featured in this wrap-up episode:   Scott Shute: a keynote speaker, coach, executive, and author whose work combines the knowledge of  ancient philosophical teaching with the practicality of work Reed Maltbie: ‘Coach Reed’ has set up training programs within various highly successful sporting organisations, including the Gaelic Games Association, US Sailing, USA Swimming, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and the Pro Golf Association of Canada Christian Straka: a mental performance coach and has been working in professional sports for over 30 years Francis Valloor: an author, international speaker and professional trainer who creates and conducts mindfulness and awareness workshops, seminars and courses in Ireland, India, the UK and USA Paul Hughes: an internationally acclaimed artist, former co-founder of the renowned, multi-Cannes-winning creative agency Rothco     We’re hard at work planning Season 15, and as always we would love your feedback and perspective.  

Paul Hughes is an individual whose unconventional life journey has been marked by numerous successes in various fields.    From his early days as a promising young athlete to becoming an entrepreneur and co-founder of the renowned, multi-Cannes-winning creative agency Rothco, which was later acquired by Accenture in 2017, Paul has consistently demonstrated a unique and innovative approach to life. Today, he is an internationally acclaimed artist.     Paul's artwork is characterised by a fusion of the post-World War II New York City abstract art movement and his own uniquely expressive techniques, showcasing his adaptability and creative prowess.   With an ever-growing international reputation and a series of successful exhibitions in cities like London, Hong Kong, and Dublin, Paul is now preparing for his upcoming show in New York. This exciting event promises to be yet another significant milestone in his remarkable artistic journey.