Audiobooks Narrated by Michael Roberts

Kaizen: The Path to Continuous Improvement: Applying Japanese Principles for Success

"The Kaizen philosophy and its significant influence on contemporary organizational practices are thoroughly examined in 'Kaizen: The Path to Continuous Improvement: Applying Japanese Principles for Success.' The history of Kaizen is followed in this book back to post-World War II Japan when it became a pillar of the nation's industrial development and economic recovery. Through a thorough analysis of its fundamental ideas, readers can gain a thorough grasp of the fundamental ideas of Kaizen, which include waste removal, standardized labor, and the value of employee involvement. Insightful case studies of Toyota, Boeing, and Nestlé show how Kaizen concepts have been effectively used in a variety of industries to promote ongoing development, raise quality, and increase operational effectiveness. Emphasizing key Lean methods such Value Stream Mapping, 5 Whys, Kanban, and 5S, it provides useful insights and advice on applying Kaizen in various organizational contexts. Business executives, managers, and practitioners looking to foster an operational excellence and continuous improvement culture may find great value in 'Kaizen: The Path to Continuous Improvement: Applying Japanese Principles for Success'. Through adoption of the Kaizen concepts, readers are given a strong foundation for navigating the complexity of the contemporary corporate environment and attaining long-term success."

Michael Roberts (Author), Michael Roberts (Narrator)

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Choose: How to thrive in a risky world

"Do you ignore your own warning signs sometimes, and then pay the price? Ever shut up when you needed to speak up and regretted it for years? Ever had to live with consequences you should have seen coming? Only read this book if you're choosing to grow yourself. Choose spotlights a simple truth: our best selves do not come from being told the answers; they live in the questions we ask of our self, of others and of life itself. In your hands is a simple system for making better decisions so that you thrive in this risky world of the 2020's. Easy to read, it's intended to spark personally challenging questions, like: What's life truly about for you? How can you live a safer, more successful and enjoyable life, starting now? How can you make better choices while having fun and living life to the full? How do you optimise the flow of life - with yourself, your work, your family and loved ones? This book doesn't have all the answers - those are within you, waiting for you to choose wisely. What it contains is a breakthrough way of thinking you can immediately use. We call it a Circle Mindset and it's simple, but not easy. Enjoy."

Michael Roberts (Author), Dave Stokes, Michael Roberts (Narrator)

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Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel: The Complete Series 1-3: A recreation of the Marx Brothers’ lost shows

"A BBC radio recreation of the Marx Brothers’ lost shows, starring Michael Roberts and Frank Lazarus ‘For me this BBC version is a flattering improvement!’ Nat Perrin, co-creator of the original 1932 Marx Brothers Radio series First broadcast on America’s NBC network between 1932-33, Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel charted the exploits of shady lawyer Waldorf T Flywheel (played by Groucho Marx) and his dopey assistant, Emmanuel Ravelli (played by Chico Marx). The original recordings were lost, but the scripts were rediscovered and edited by Michael Barson. These were published as Flywheel, Shyster & Flywheel: The Marx Brothers Lost Radio Show and licensed for a dramatic adaptation by the BBC. Between 1990 – 92, BBC Radio 4 recorded the adaptation in front of a live studio audience. Its fast-paced and quickfire gags proved to be a hit, winning a Gold Medal at the New York International Festival in 1992. In this collection are the three complete radio series, produced by the award-winning Dirk Maggs (The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy) and published together for the very first time. In these eighteen episodes, the duo look after a Rembrandt, try to bamboozle a millionaire, stay in a haunted mansion and join the carnival – along with many other hilarious misadventures. Michael Roberts takes on Groucho’s role as Flywheel, while Frank Lazarus deputises for Chico as Ravelli. Among the regular cast are Lorelei King, Graham Hoadly and Vincent Marzello, with guest stars including Spike Milligan and Dick Vosburgh. Produced by Dirk Maggs A BBC Studios production"

Arthur Sheekman, Nat Perrin (Author), Frank Lazarus, Full Cast, Michael Roberts (Narrator)

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Voyage: A BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation by Dirk Maggs

"An alternative history of the US space programme, dramatised by Dirk Maggs. After the moon, Mars… What if John F. Kennedy survived the assassination attempt and developed the space programme? President Nixon, with the help of former president JFK, has just green-lit NASA’s first manned expedition to Mars. Aboard the expedition is Natalie York, a geologist who risks everything she loves for the chance to go to space; Phil Stone, former X-15 test pilot; and Ralph Gershon, a Vietnam War hero intent on being the first African American to reach another planet. Exploring mankind’s ambitions in space, Voyage chronicles the incredible story of what could have been. Also included is an one-hour bonus programme featuring Dirk Maggs in conversation with Stephen Baxter, 20 years after Voyage was recorded. This wonderful, intimate conversation between the two friends is peppered with memories of the recording, the production process, and what inspired Stephen to pen such a well-loved story. Cast: Natalie York...Laurel Lefkow Mike Conlig...William Dufris Gregory Dana...Michael Roberts Joe Muldoon...Vincent Marzello Chuck Jones...Frank Lazarus Jim Dana...Russell Bentley Ben Priest...William Roberts Ralph Gershon...Mel Taylor Phil Stone...Rolf Saxon Based on the novel by Stephen Baxter Produced and directed by Dirk Maggs Music by Wilfredo Acosta"

Stephen Baxter (Author), Frank Lazarus, Laurel Lefkow, Mel Taylor, Michael Roberts, Rolf Saxon, Russell Bentley, Vincent Marzello, William Dufris, William Roberts (Narrator)

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