Winning

What does it take to win in the world of high art? In this episode of Winning, we sit down with Rebecca Salter CBE, the first female President of the Royal Academy of Arts, to discuss a career built on radical choices, creative destruction, and a "masterless" journey through Japan.Rebecca shares the extraordinary story of how she rejected an elite academic path at Oxford University to follow her intuition into art school - a move that caused an "almighty rumpus" at the time. She also reveals the ruthless philosophy behind her process: why she threw her entire degree show into the River Avon and why she believes you must stop being "sentimentally attached" to your work if you want to truly progress.In this episode, you’ll discover:The power of intuition: Why Rebecca defied her school and caused an "almighty rumpus" by choosing art school over Oxford.Creative destruction: The strategy of "losing attachment" to your work, including why she threw her entire degree show into the River Avon.Winning as an "oddity": How her unconventional upbringing as a vicar's daughter taught her to thrive in solitude and independent thinking.The "Masterless Samurai" mindset: Lessons in resilience from navigating the Japanese art world alone after her mentor’s sudden death.(00:00) Early Influences and Artistic Journey(02:55) Navigating Art Education and Career Choices(06:01) Cultural Exploration in Japan(09:03) Developing a Unique Aesthetic(11:54) Challenges and Opportunities in Japan(14:48) Building a Career as an Artist(17:48) Reflections on Artistic Growth and Identity(22:29) The Journey of Selling Art(24:00) Transitioning from Ceramics to Printmaking(25:34) Recognition and Emotional Impact of Art(27:37) Becoming a Royal Academy Academician(28:44) The Role of the Keeper and Leadership(30:12) Navigating the Pandemic's Challenges(35:51) The Summer Exhibition's Historical Significance(42:08) The Dynamics of the Artistic Community

How do you turn a bold idea into a $7 billion global empire? Producer Judy Craymer reveals the high-stakes secrets behind the Mamma Mia! phenomenon and what it truly takes to win in show business.In this episode of Winning, we dive deep with Judy Craymer, the visionary producer who saw the potential in ABBA’s music when no one else did. From her early days as an "impoverished producer" to becoming a creative force in Hollywood, Judy shares the grit, instinct, and strategic moves that defined her career.In this episode, you’ll discover: ·      The power of instinct: Why Judy left a secure job to work for "zero money" on a film set just to be "where the action is". ·      Creative ownership: Lessons on owning your brand and rights globally - a strategy learned from legends like Cameron Mackintosh. ·      Turning "no" into "winning": How the "tough experience" of previous projects like Chess shaped the success of Mamma Mia!. ·      The business of showbiz: What it takes to raise finance, make deals on your feet, and manage massive 86-piece orchestras. (00:00) The Early Influences of Arts and Culture(02:38) Ambition and Networking in the Industry(14:53) The Journey of Chess(18:56) Developing Mamma Mia!(23:36) The Risks of Sharing Ideas(26:45) Single-Mindedness and Determination(30:47) The Success of Mamma Mia!(39:43) Transitioning to Film(46:33) Casting and Collaborations(48:45) Reflections on ABBA and Timelessness

“Get your bottled water, get your tins of beans... we are going down.” In this episode of Winning, we go behind the closed doors of one of the most volatile weeks in British economic history. Sonya Branch, former General Counsel for the Bank of England, reveals the "ludicrous" and "truly brutal" hours spent at the height of the Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng "mini-budget" crisis.She shares the chilling moment she realised the IMF was poised to make a decision that would have been "catastrophic" for London as a global financial centre for a decade - a realisation so stark she felt like taking a megaphone to the streets to warn the public.Beyond the headlines, we explore Sonya's journey from a "non-beautiful" part of the Irish Midland Region to becoming the youngest-ever partner at a magic circle law firm. She candidly discusses surviving extreme corporate misogyny, breastfeeding in a cleaning cupboard during a partner induction, and the "discipline and hard work" required to win at the highest level.Key takeaways:The midnight resolution: The 2:30 a.m. conference call that finally sparked a "punchy" solution to the UK economic crisis.A journey of grit: Sharing a single hotel room with her family of four and taking elocution lessons to lose her Irish accent.Winning against the odds: Navigating a rigorous partnership process while eight months pregnant and facing comments like "one last push" from colleagues.

The grand finale of ‘Winning’ season one is here!Host and Rosenblatt Law founder, Ian Rosenblatt OBE, closes the series with an inspiring conversation with two of opera’s most compelling voices – Ailyn Pérez and Soloman Howard.From Soloman’s gospel roots in Washington D.C. and Ailyn’s Mexican heritage and childhood spent in Chicago, the couple’s journeys are stories of resilience, ambition, and purpose. Together, they talk about what it takes to thrive in a profession defined by relentless competition and constant reinvention.This podcast was produced by SEC Newgate UK’s award-winning Studio team and sponsored by Rosenblatt Law.

In episode 5 of 'Winning', podcast host and founder of Rosenblatt Law, Ian Rosenblatt OBE, speaks with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE, the global leadership coach to CEOs and executive teams, author, and former Chief of Staff for the British Army's largest brigade. Their conversation explores the mindset behind success and significance, drawing on Jonathan’s journey from military command to boardroom transformation.As Jonathan puts it, “Everything in life is possible if you’re prepared to pay the price and live with the consequences. But often the price is so high that you won, but you lost”.This podcast is sponsored by Rosenblatt Law and produced by Studio at SEC Newgate UK.