It's not all about the numbers!

This Meeting Could’ve Been an Email: Christen Gilchrist on Burnout, and the Systems Behind it

Chris and Mike are joined by organisational psychologist Christen Gilchrist to unpack why burnout isn’t a personal failing — it’s a systems problem. From NHS bed management to boardroom meetings that cost £56,000 a year, Christen explains how hidden feedback loops, poor information flow, and overloaded leadership habits quietly drain performance. This episode's about fixing the system — not blaming the people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Data: Gavin Freeguard on Fraud & AI

Chris and Mike welcome back Gavin Freeguard to explore fraud, data transparency, policy communities, and why reforming government isn’t about shiny tech — it’s about people, culture, and collaboration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Red Zone Risks: Insider Threats, AI & the NFL with Kam Karaji

Chris and Mike sit down with Kam Karaji, Director of Cybersecurity and Risk Management at the NFL, to unpack why insider risk still causes most breaches — and what leaders can actually do about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hope Is Not a Strategy (But It Helps), with James Cattell

Chris and Mike are joined by James Cattell to explore why communities matter, how safe spaces actually get built, and why a bit of creative chaos can be the most effective leadership tool of all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finance Giving You the Ick? Julie Wong on Turning Numbers Into a Story

Chris and Mike are joined by Julie Wong to explore why so many founders avoid the numbers — and how reframing finance as storytelling (not maths) helps leaders feel more in control and make better decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.