In this podcast episode, Wes Hallam, the host, talks to John Cockburn-Evans, the founder of Team Coaching Boutique and the author of Coaching for Cultural Transformation, about academia, coaching, cultural transformation, and resilience of students. They discuss the changes in tertiary education over the years, especially the rise of hybrid learning and how it impacts students' socialization and problem-solving skills. John emphasizes the importance of early work experience in shaping individuals and teams. He also touches upon some of the current challenges faced by universities, such as the need for psychological safety and the dangers of becoming echo chambers. He stresses the importance of open dialogue and asking the right questions to overcome these challenges.