What makes a truly great leader, and what’s HR’s role in getting them there? Felix Mitchell chats with Lewis Morgan, SVP at Atrium Underwriting and shadow board member at City HR, about developing leadership talent, building a people-first culture, and why coaching is more than just a buzzword.

In today’s episode, Felix Mitchell chats with Richard Album, Director of Development and Culture at Watson Farley & Williams. They explore why culture is much more than ping-pong tables, how L&D and culture intersect, and why businesses that truly listen to their people will win the long game.

In this episode, Felix Mitchell chats with Pete Cooper – author of Better Human Blueprint and finalist at the Business Book Awards 2025 – about why traditional hiring is broken, how cognitive diversity beats cultural fit, and what truly fair recruitment looks like.

In this episode, we’re joined by Derrick Perkins, HR Manager at Harvest Sherwood and former leader at Amazon and Delta, to explore the bright side of working in HR. From the power of empathy to lessons in leadership and the importance of humanity in tough decisions, we dive into the real heart of the people profession.

Interviews are broken – and candidates are beating the system with AI. In this episode of We Need To Talk About HR, host Felix Mitchell is joined by Robert Newry, CEO of Arctic Shores, to explore how psychometrics and task-based assessments can help uncover true potential beyond the CV.

In this episode of We Need to Talk About HR, Felix Mitchell sits down with Carol Paddison, co-founder of Fractional Human Resources, to discuss why HR needs to move beyond one-size-fits-all policies. From the power of personalisation to the role of AI in creating bespoke employee experiences, Carol shares insights on how businesses can truly support their people – and why it matters.

Since 2020, we've seen companies pledge millions to DEI initiatives, only to now watch them backpedal at record speed. What's really going on? In this episode, Felix Mitchell sits down with DEI expert Rocki Howard to unpack the corporate retreat from diversity commitments, the role of political shifts, and why some organisations are quietly doubling down while others cut and run.

Is the secret to workplace inclusion less about policies and tech and more about genuine human connection? In this episode, Felix Mitchell speaks with belonging and engagement specialist Jackie Handy. They explore why inclusion efforts often miss the mark, the role of storytelling in building connections, and how leaders can create environments where people truly feel they belong

In this episode of We Need To Talk About HR, Felix Mitchell is joined by facilitator and advisor Steve Weiner to explore why conversations at work so often go wrong - and what we can do about it. From the neuroscience of conversations to practical ways to lead with intention, Steve shares thought-provoking insights and tools to help us navigate the everyday interactions that shape workplace culture.

Burnout is a growing challenge, but how can organisations truly support their people? In this episode, Felix and Kelly discuss what burnout looks like, its impact on businesses, and the importance of proactive mental health support.