Episodes

What do people have to do with cybersecurity? A lot. As with other fields of human risk, it’s people that are typically the root cause of problems in the cybersecurity world. Which is where my guest’s expertise in behavioural design comes into play. On this episode, I’m speaking with Sarah Aalborg , a cybersecurity and behavioural design expert who’s on a mission to change how organisations approach IT security. Rather than focusing on firewalls and tech solutions, Sarah examines the human ...

What really happens Behind The Scenes at Human Risk?  📝 Episode Summary In this special ‘takeover’ episode of the show, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my work at Human Risk. Because interviewing myself would be odd, friend of the show Sarah...

What's the most important thing we can all do to be happy? According to my guest on this episode, it's embracing the thing that made us weird as kids.  🎙️ Episode Summary  On this episode, I’m joined once again by the inimitable James Victore —...

Why was there a women’s orchestra in Auschwitz, and what can that help us understand human resilience? In this deeply moving episode of the show, I speak with Anne Sebba — renowned biographer, historian, and journalist — about one of the Holocaust’s...

What makes people want to go to museum? How can they ensure they still remain relevant?  I spend a lot of my time in museums.  They inspire me, inform me and put me into mindsets I wouldn't otherwise be in.  So I wanted to learn more about them....

What if the problem isn’t that you’re not happy enough — but that you’re chasing the wrong kind of happiness altogether? Show Summary On this episode  I’m joined by Dr Mark Fabian, Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Warwick and...

What makes an organisation toxic, and how can we spot the signs before it’s too late? What are the common traits that make seemingly unrelated organisations, ranging from the Catholic Church to corporations, do harm? On this episode, I’m joined once...

How can we prevent violence against women?  And what role do men who don't engage in violence, have to play? This episode tackles a serious, but important topic.  Violence against women affects millions worldwide, yet too often, the focus is placed...

What does tea have to do with human behaviour? A lot more than you might think.  On this epusoed, I'm exploring one of the world's most popular drinks and what we can learn from it. Summary My guest is Giles Oakley, a professional tea taster,...

How do we create systems that encourage whistleblowing without incentivizing malicious reporting? Should we reward whistleblowers financially? Why is closure important, both for whistleblowers and the organisations they are whistleblowing on? ...

What is the edge of possibility and how can storytelling help us to find it?  My guest isn't a storyteller — she's a lawyer, working in compliance — but she's got some fascinating insights to share about how it can help us to effect change.  Or, in...

How does a major global bank keep surviving crises; until it doesn't? Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined by Duncan Mavin, author of Meltdown: Scandal, Sleaze, and the Collapse of Credit Suisse. Duncan’s book dives deep into the bank’s...

What can we learn about a country from its favourite sport?  A lot. Particularly when that country has a history and culture like Germany.  Which is what I'm exploring on this episode. Even if you're not a football fan, this episode — in a year when...

What role does experimentation play in making big life and creative decisions? What lessons can podcasters teach us about effective communication in business? Show Summary  To answer these questions, in this festive episode, I’m thrilled to welcome...

What does a pink puppet called Connie have to do with ethics? More than you might think. On this episode, I'm speaking with a lawyer, whose innovative approach to getting employees to engage in ethics, involved turning to something we all know from...

Can you distill a complex concept into a single sketch? Jono Hey can and on this episode, he joins me to talk about Sketchplanations —a project that explains the world, one sketch at a time. Summary I’ve been a long-time admirer of Jono’s work,...

What makes communicating effectively such a critical skill in today’s world? On this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of communication with Amy Kean, a psychosociologist, educator, and the founder of Good Shout, a company redefining how we...

How does one become a political cartoonist? And what lessons can we learn from their craft? Episode Summary In this episode, I sit down with legendary political cartoonist Steve Bell to explore the artistry and challenges behind his provocative...

How do tiny changes in our surroundings create big impacts on our daily lives?  And what does that have to do with house flies? Episode Summary In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Eva Van Den Broek and Tim Den Heijer to discuss their new...

What if embracing randomness could unlock better decision-making in your work? In this episode, I welcome back Matt Ballantine, a returning guest known for his insightful and playful take on work and life.  This time, Matt dives into the concept of...

What would you do if someone you trusted turned out to be living a double life? Episode Summary On this episode, I speak with Anna Rowe, a brave and resilient advocate for victims of romance fraud. Anna shares her deeply personal story of being...

How can road trips and curiosity shape our perspectives on life? In this episode, I speak with Dr Holly Bell, a former professor, author, and spontaneous traveller.  Holly’s diverse background, which includes teaching economics, writing thrillers,...

What role does creativity play in navigating an unpredictable world? On this episode, I sit down with Carissa Carter and Scott Doorley, both members of the Stanford d.school faculty. Together, they’ve co-authored Assembling Tomorrow, a fascinating...

How can we be better at influencing others? On this episode, I explore the world of influence with behavioural scientist Steve Martin. Steve has made a career out of studying the art and science of persuasion, and in this conversation, we dive deep...