In this episode of the Communication and Culture Podcast, I sit down with Aloysius (Al) Carl, leadership and communications expert with decades of experience across startups and global organisations, including Procter & Gamble.

Al shares his fascinating professional journey—from early leadership lessons to managing high-stakes communication in complex, fast-moving environments. We discuss:
📌 Why clarity is the foundation of effective communication in business
📌 Why simple, audience-centred messages create better alignment and faster results
📌 How culture can accelerate—or completely block—organisational change
📌 The emotional side of communication and why logic alone never changes behaviour

Whether you’re leading a team, driving transformation, or simply trying to make your messages land more effectively at work, this episode will help you rethink how you communicate, influence, and build culture in your organisation.

To continue the discussion with Al, connect on LinkedIn or email him at [email protected]

The Power of Storytelling in Business with Kyle Patrick Smith

In this episode of The Communication and Culture Podcast, I sit down with Kyle Patrick Smith, founder and CEO of HR Kyle Services, to explore how storytelling transforms communication in the workplace

Kyle shares his professional journey from HR leadership to helping organisations and individuals find clarity through stories that inspire action.

We discuss:

🎙️ Why every business needs a story that connects purpose with people

🎙️ How storytelling builds trust, strengthens culture, and improves recruitment

🎙️ The difference between telling a story and living it through everyday communication

🎙️ Why personal stories help professionals find alignment and confidence in their careers

Whether you’re a leader shaping company culture or an individual rethinking how you present yourself at work, this episode will help you see storytelling as a powerful tool for connection and growth.

If you want to continue the discussion with Kyle:

• Go to his website
• Follow him on LinkedIn
• Email him at [email protected]

Making Complex Ideas Simple — with Kristen Sweeney

In this episode of the Communication and Culture Podcast, I talk with Kristen Sweeney, writer and content strategist, about how to make complex information easier to understand — without oversimplifying it.

With over 15 years of experience helping organisations in pharma, consulting, healthcare, and education communicate clearly, Christine shares practical insights into finding the right balance between accuracy and clarity.

We discuss:
➡️ Why simplifying your message helps your audience truly understand it
➡️ How to bridge the gap between experts and non-experts
➡️ The “curse of knowledge” and how to overcome it
➡️ Why empathy and preparation are key to good communication
➡️ The limits of AI when it comes to clarity and human connection

If you’ve ever struggled to explain something important — to a client, a colleague, or your team — this episode will help you find your way to clearer, more confident communication.

Listen now and discover how to make your message truly resonate.

To continue the discussion with Kristen, go to:

Her LinkedIn profile

Or her Website

The Power of Inner Communication with Dr. Albert Bramante

In this episode of the Communication and Culture Podcast, I speak with Dr. Albert Bramante, a performance psychologist, talent agent, and mindset expert.

We explore how our inner communication—the way we talk to ourselves—shapes our mindset, performance, and relationships with others.

You’ll learn:

➡️ How language and self-talk influence success and wellbeing

➡️ Why taking action is the key to building momentum and growth

➡️ How the company we keep impacts our mindset and motivation

➡️ The real role of AI in amplifying, not replacing, human communication

➡️ Why “not ready” is a lie—and how to start imperfectly but confidently

This inspiring conversation will help you rethink the way you speak to yourself, your team, and the world around you.

Connect with Dr. Bramante: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/albertbramante/] | [www.bramanteartists.com]

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Above-Script-Confronting-Performing/dp/B0CY1XJMKM

The Power of Photography in Business with Xavier Clark

In this episode of the Communication and Culture Podcast, I sit down with Xavier Clark, branding and documentary photographer, storyteller, and founder of XC Photography UK.

Xavier shares his fascinating journey—from unexpected beginnings to building a photography business that helps brands stand out with powerful, authentic images. We discuss:
📸 Why a single image can shape how people see your brand
📸 How photography balances technical skill with art and human connection
📸 The role of storytelling in creating images that resonate with the right audience
📸 Why collaboration, listening, and understanding are key to impactful business photography

Whether you’re an entrepreneur relying on stock photos or someone curious about how visual storytelling shapes perception, this episode will inspire you to rethink the way you use images in your business.

To continuw the conversation with Xavier, go to his website

In this episode, I receive Bailey Massey, the founder of Bailey Massey Global. She has over 15 years of expertise in speech therapy, speech and communication training, accent and dialect coaching, and corporate communication enhancement.

She has a Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Science and Psychology, and a Master’s in Communication Disorders.

Bailey uses her educational background and hands-on experience across industries to create a personalised and effective coaching approach. She tailors interactive training to meet the unique needs of organisations and professionals, focusing on areas like effective communication, speech clarity, voice control, public speaking, and leadership using neuroscience and research-based methods designed to achieve improvements in communication.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Balanced communication
• Shifting with awareness and active listening
• Reconciling speed and thinking
• Using fake space
• The complexity and diversity of communication

To continue the discussion, contact Bailey via her website; all social media links are at the bottom of each page.

In this episode, I receive Sarah Yandell.

Sarah is a heart led business coach and helps ambitious female business owners who have a proven business idea and are starting to grow. They want to run a successful business, but are becoming overwhelmed and stressed. She guides them on a step by step journey that she has already travelled using her B.U.I.L.D Framework so they can build a business that they love; a business that is right for them and their lifestyle.

She has spent most of her career in the travel industry which has included setting up a business unit for an international travel company which grew to $10m in 5 years with a team of 10 and co founding a specialist tour operator which turned over £500k in the first year and eventually reached $8m sales with a team of 25. Since then she has run a floristry business; a travel franchise and an outsourcing franchise before becoming a business coach.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Where a successful business begins: vision and values
• Assess and research your vision
• Communicate your vision
• Get the right people for the business
• The B.U.I.L.D framework

To continue the discussion with Sarah, reach her:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-yandell/

Website: www.yandellcoaching.com (subscribe to her newsletter while there)

Email: [email protected]

In this episode, I receive Joshua Altman.

Joshua is a creative professional and communications expert with more than 20 years of experience and a background in the public and private sectors and earned his M.A. in Communication, Culture and Technology from Georgetown University. He is the managing director of beltway.media, a D.C.-based creative and communications firm. Prior to launching beltway.media, Joshua worked as a multimedia journalist with The Hill newspaper covering the full scope of federal policy issues and multiple election cycles.

As a consultant, Joshua works with both the public and private sectors including startups at all stages to refine their messaging and connect with their different audiences including customers and investors. At the federal level, Joshua modernized, rebranded, wrote, and relaunched multiple agency websites to optimally engage diverse stakeholders.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The importance of data in communication
• Data and conversations
• What to do with the data
• Trials and errors, also known as A/B testing
• Integrated communication to cater for all users experiences

If you want to continue the conversation with Joshua:

• Email him at [email protected]
• Connect on LinkedIn and follow his company page

In this episode, I receive Kristin Mcilquham. Kristin is an actor. She worked for the BBC, National Theatre, written critically acclaimed one woman show Headcase and the founder of coaching company STUDIO SELF.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Some acting tools can be useful
• Listening is paramount. Listening to yourself too
• Be curious about yourself
• The sheet of paper on the floor
• Value work and the 20 things you like

If you want to continue the discussion with Krissi, reach her on

• Instagram: @studioself.co
• her website

A special episode in French with Alexandre Courtés.

Comment un rêve personnel est devenu une réalité collective.

We discuss how a personal dream became a shared reality.

You can find the English transcript here: https://www.notion.so/English-Transcript-Interview-with-Alexandre-Court-s-22b77a0d829b80dcb6def6e3576ee3d4