In this episode I speak with Bláthnaid Healy, an award-winning editor and newsroom leader who recently moved back to Ireland from the UK where she worked for BBC News, CNN and Mashable. She is now embarking on a new chapter in Dublin starting a business venture and consulting for media companies. She completed the Flexible Executive MBA in 2024.

Bláthnaid shares what it was like to return to home Ireland after over a decade abroad. What she expected, what surprised her, and how it feels to come “home” when you have changed. From professional identity shifts to unexpected moments of disconnection. She reflects on what it means to re-root in a place you once called home and how the familiar can feel strangely unfamiliar after a life lived elsewhere.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/blathnaidhealy/

In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Marie Thiebaut, a global professional with a rich career spanning multiple countries, including France, Austria, Morocco, the UK, and the US. With a background in mechanical engineering, she has built a career in international business, leading multicultural teams and setting up operations across borders. Her journey began with a bold move to study in Montreal, Canada, and has since evolved into a life of cultural adaptation, leadership, and cross-border collaboration. In this episode, Marie shares her experiences navigating culture shock, leadingdiverse teams, and the invaluable lessons she has learned from living and working across continents.
You can connect with Marie via her LinkedIn profile below.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-thiebaut-96b7a15a/

Mansour Javidan is a Garvin Distinguished Professor at Arizona State University's Thunderbird School of Global Management. Mansour is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Leadership Association. He has been at the forefront of pioneering research on national culture and leadership with the GLOBE Project over the last two decades. He currently serves as the Project Director and Principal Co-Investigator for GLOBE 2020, leading a dedicated team of 426 researchers across 144 countries in an ambitious exploration of culture change, leadership ideals, and trust dynamics. His expertise extends far and wide, earning him advisory roles with globally impactful institutions such as the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program. He has also been recognized by NASA, designating him as an expert in managing diversity, and by the U.S. Army for his research designated him a Senior Research Fellow.

Connect with Mansour on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mansourjavidan/

Having a career spanning more than two decades, Jon Tanner co-established the MitchelLake Group in 2001 during the height of the internet boom. From that point forward, he has played a pivotal role in guiding startup, scale-up, and enterprise clients, providing indispensable knowledge in leadership, executive search, and talent acquisition for digital ventures and projects. However, Jon's narrative extends beyond this. He offers a distinct perspective, cultivated through his experiences of working and residing in various cultures throughout his professional journey. This global outlook has significantly enhanced his expertise and equipped him to navigate the intricate landscape of international business. I have included Jon's LinkedIn below.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitalventures/

In this fascinating episode of 'Culture Shocked with Dr. Eimear Nolan,' I had the honour of chatting with the brilliant Dr. Paula Caligiuri, a leading expert in cultural agility. As a distinguished professor in international business and strategy at Northeastern University, USA, Paula is not only an accomplished academic, psychologist, talent management specialist, author, and entrepreneur, but also a visionary in the world of cultural management.

Join us as we delve into the captivating concept of cultural agility in the realm of business and its paramount importance in today's interconnected world. Paula shares her insights into the future trends she envisions in this ever-evolving field, offering valuable foresight to our listeners.

Get ready to unlock your own cultural agility with the array of free online tools provided by Paula, which are included in the links below.

Paula's LinkedIn Profile

Build your cultural agility for free with myGiide

Join Paula on Instagram @drpaulacaligiuri

Take Paula's free LinkedIn Learning course Managing Globally

In this captivating episode, join me as I engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Mark Cudden, delving into his unique journey as both a self-initiated and conventional expatriate, along with his exceptional leadership experiences in the business world.

Mark's LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-cudden/

Patrick Blute joins the podcast from New York and talks about ESG impact across cultures. Patrick holds the position of Director of Sustainability at a logistics firm based in the United States. With over 10 years of experience, he has successfully led product marketing and implemented global sustainability initiatives, emphasising the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects. He has demonstrated expertise in collaborating across different functions and working with international teams in the digital consulting and product domains. Unfortunately, I was unable to attach his mentioned picture in Times Square during Covid, but I am sure he would be happy to share it with you. Apologies for the sound quality on this recording, turns out recording in your office is not a good idea.

Patrick's LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-blute/

Welcome to this episode! I am thrilled to have Stefanie Bialas, a solution engineer in the tech industry based in London, as my guest. Originally from Germany, Stefanie will share her story of relocating to a new culture, including the challenges she faced and helpful tips for those considering expatriation or managing expats in business. Be sure to check out Stefanie's LinkedIn profile, which I have linked below, to connect with her after the episode.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanie-bialas-b4559a205/

Welcome to this episode of the podcast, where I have the pleasure of being joined by Laura Kidd, who is a seasoned professional in the corporate world. She currently works as an Account Director at LinkedIn, and is a PhD Candidate at Trinity Business School, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, researching the fascinating field of cultural intelligence (CQ). In this episode, Laura shares with us her insights on the concept of CQ and its significance in our interconnected world. She also reflects on her rich experience of working in a global context, offering valuable lessons on navigating cultural differences and fostering successful collaborations. So, let's dive in and explore the fascinating topic of cultural intelligence with Laura Kidd.

Feel free to connect with Laura via LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mslaurakidd/

In this episode of 'Culture Shocked' I am joined by Eoghan Kieran who is a Senior Project Manager of Permitting and works in a truly global setting. 

During the podcast, Eoghan provided us with valuable insights into his encounters with culture shock while working on a global scale. Additionally, he offered practical and effective approaches to managing cultural differences in the realm of business.If you would like to connect with Eoghan, his LinkedIn profile is below.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eoghan-kieran-75581127/