December is supposed to be a time of connection and celebration, but for many people, the social side of work - Secret Santa, team lunches, holiday gatherings - can bring up feelings of discomfort, isolation, or even hurt. And when the workplace culture is already a bit strained, this season can really highlight the cracks.  

 To help us make sense of it all, we’re joined by careers coach Angela Burke. Angela specialises in workplace dynamics, confidence-building, and helping people find clarity in their professional lives, especially when things get messy or emotionally challenging at work.