Join writer and researcher Sarah Stein Lubrano as we explore her book 'Don't Talk About Politics (How To Change 21st Century Minds). The book explores how/if we are able to reach people and change perspective using words alone. Discover how Sarah's research led her to believe that they strongest motivator for new ideas & perspectives comes from relationships and new experiences and not the power of political narrative or an impactful political infographic. We discuss how we can fertilise our own perspectives by embracing new, challenges (or gateway actions) that encourage us to truly engage, listen and understand new and different positions (without the need to justify, argue or defend). Finally, we discuss what this means for the world of work; how understanding that words, or arguement alone won't shift employee perspectives or relationships and instead we should focus on empowerment, agency and open curiosity to shift the dial.

In this episode we are joined by Monica McCarthy someone who specializes in the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and the arts to explore the topic of 'Creativity'. Can anyone be 'creative', how do make space, time and build respect for creativity so we can build an environment for creativity to flourish. We'll explore what we role-model as a leader to support our teams to 'be creative' - understand the significance of trust, of positivity, clarity, honesty, safety & belonging in fostering 'creativity'. Discover how to unlock creativity through celebration of messiness, by asking great questions, by borrowing ideas from the world of philosophy and by welcoming-in diverse voices.

In this episode we speak to Christopher Owen, founder of Coliberate who holds a PhD in intersectional systemic oppression to explore the topic of coliberation and intersectionality. Discover what coliberation means, understand the significance of intersectionality in how systems of oppression show-up, and discover the power of social change. Drawing on his own academic research, practical work with organisations and thought leadership this conversation will provide clarity, understanding and empowerment on this crucial topic. Hear Christopher's journey from academia, passion for LGBTQ+ inclusion and system-challenging mission of coliberation through his own organisation, Coliberate.

Join keynote speaker, author and ambassador Kreena Dhiman as we explore and re-purpose the idea of 'being brave'. Through her own incredible story discover understand that bravery isn't the stoic, aggressive, action-man-type characteristics we often associate with meeting life's challenges and misfortunes - it comes from acceptance, vulnerability, falling apart and trust in our ability to rise and rebuild. Hear how Kreena's life changed course and trajectory, from people-pleasing beginnings, where sense of purpose came from materialistic and external 'things', through her journey suffering ill-health, infertility and existential questions, to where she is today, on a mission to empower and support people moving through life with strength, purpose and conviction.

Join the live recording of the inrehearsal podcast with special guest Dr Shereen Daniels. Drawing on Shereen's groundbreaking book The Anti Racist Organization: Dismantling Systemic Racism in the Workplace – the live episode recording provides a unique opportunity hear live questions and insights from Shereen . Explore "The Anti-Racist Organization" — where the book came from, the process, and the journey. What's changed? Four years on from publication, what changes and updates can we share? How organisations are becoming anti-racist — the journey, examples, and case studies.

In this episode we are joined by Dani Saadu, learning, talent & cultural leader and author of "The CAPEX Formula for Learning and Performance: Mega-trends driving the new world of work, learning, skills and HR". Join us as we explore the evolving challenges L&D/HR and Talent teams have in building workplaces that help people thrive & develop, how to work with senior leadership to help achieve key strategic aims and how to use the CAPEX formula to keep your strategy on track. Dani shares his own career journey of working in talent and learning development and the experiences that have helped him shape the knowledge, techniques and ideas shared in the book. We reflect on how the talent & learning landscape has and is changing and how important it is for learning and talent professionals to keep growing and learning in this fast-changing world.

Join coach, write and psychotherapist David Waters as we explore the significance of trust and how it underpins successful, high performing teams. We will tackle the DNA of trust - what it looks like, what behaviours sit behind it, the mindset we need to adopt to promote it. Uncover ideas on how to make space for trust within a team or organisation, how to role-model it and walk the trust walk. Finally, understand what 'trust' unlocks within a team - how trust can give us psychological safety, how it can welcome in diverse thinking and new ideas and how feedback becomes meaningful and shared freely amongst colleagues.

In this episode we join CEO and Founder of Aubilities, Ritu Kiran to explore the topic of Neuro Inclusion. Ritu shares her own story, an how a series of emotionally-charged life events prompted here to direct her passion and expertise towards creating a brighter future for her neurodivergent son. Learn that currently 78% of autistic adults are not in employment and discover how organisations can work towards becoming more neuro-inclusive places of work. Explore how individuals, departments and organisations can adapt their mindsets, practices, culture and physical environments to become positive places of employment for neurodivergent and neurotypical alike.

Join Richard Clarke as we explore the topic of workplace happiness. Hear Richard's story, how he discovered from an early age the importance of 'happiness' at work and how that influenced his career path and his motivation to unlock workplace happiness for everyone. Discover the fundamentals of workplace happiness, what they are, how to define them for your community and how to go about creating workplace happiness. Understand that workplace happiness is different to different people, how the combination of autonomy, safety, community, purpose and learning can build an environment where people can feel contentment.

Talking about finances and financial wellbeing at work used to feel taboo. Now, more and more individuals and organisations are recognising the importance of good financial education and wellbeing - from reducing individually stress to empowering people to achieve their dreams and goals. In this podcast join money mindset coach Laura Ann Moore as we explore financial wellbeing. Understand that financial wellbeing is made up of many things, including your feelings towards budgeting, mindful spending and financial confidence & control. Drawing on her own personal experience and career journey Laura takes us through how the world of financial wellbeing has changed and what individuals and organisations can do to improve the financial wellbeing of their employees.