Shapeshifters

In this episode, we dive into the complex, vital, and often overlooked world of the frontline workforce—the 70-80% of the working world that keeps our daily lives running. Our guest is JD Dillon, a leading voice in frontline enablement who began his career managing theme parks and movie theaters before transitioning into corporate L&D. Today, he advises global organizations on performance stra...

In this episode, we explore the messy, beautiful, and deeply human art of building communities of practice. Our guest is Anamaria Dorgo, a Romanian-born, Amsterdam-based community builder, learning experience designer, and facilitator. Anamaria is part of the global L&D team at Adyen, the visionary founder of the massive international community L&D Shakers, host of the Mapping Ties Podcast, and wr...

In this episode, we share a provocative, brilliant masterclass on why releasing control and abandoning rigid goals are the true keys to organizational transformation. Our guest is Rodney Evans, a pioneer in adaptive organization design and the Steward (CEO) of The Ready. Known for her clarity, candor, and precision, Rodney helps leaders shed outdated mental models to build organizations that are c...

In this episode, we dive into the tension between our obsession with efficiency and our desperate need for connection. Our guest is Sonia Clarke, the founder of Clever Manka and a strategist who sits at the intersection of corporate rigour and creative storytelling. Sonia brings a refreshing, human-centric lens to the future of work. She is currently writing a book on collaboration and isn't afrai...

In this episode, we tackle the feeling of being "lost at sea" that so many leaders are facing right now. We look at how to navigate an unknown future without a clear map. Our guest is Laura Overton, an award-winning learning analyst and the founder of Learning Change Makers. For 15 years, she led the "Towards Maturity" program, gathering data from thousands of L&D leaders globally to uncover what...

In this episode, we sit down for a masterclass in language and human connection with the legends who coined the term "Communities of Practice." Our guests are Etienne and Beverly Wenger-Trayner. They are globally recognized thought leaders who have spent decades helping organizations—from the World Bank to global tech giants—understand that learning isn't about transferring data, but...

In this episode, we share a high-energy intervention for L&D teams tired of seeing their content pile up unused. Our guest is Barbara Harvey, the Head of Learning at Growth Faculty. With a background that spans drama teaching and film production, Barbara brings a refreshing, human-centric lens to the corporate world. She is "painfully enthusiastic" about unlocking potential and isn&#...

In this episode, we share a pragmatic, evidence-based guide to navigating the future of L&D without getting lost in content libraries. Our guest is Michelle Ockers, the founder of Learning Uncut and co-author of The L&D Leader. Michelle is a practitioner first, with a unique talent for cutting through industry buzzwords to find what actually works. In this conversation, we explore: 📉 Why...

In this episode, we share a timely and essential reminder of what we're at risk of losing in an AI-driven world: the human side of learning. Our guest is Dave Stevens, Founder of Advanced Learning Strategies. Dave has spent 30 years at the crossroads of learning strategy and caring for people, working for organizations like Prudential and UnitedHealth. He’s also a former Las Vegas poker player—an...

In this episode, we reveal the human-centered principles that power two of the world's most beloved brands: Sesame Street and TED. Our guest is Kayla Nalven, a builder, a connector, and the Founder of TED at Work. With a background shaping social impact initiatives at Sesame Workshop before building a new division at TED, Kayla has a unique perspective on how to create experiences that genuinely c...

In this episode, Dominic Price shares a masterclass in how to lead persuasive, effective change, especially when dealing with skeptical executives. Dom is a work futurist, recovering chartered accountant, and for 12 years, one of the key voices shaping teamwork at Atlassian. Dom is irreverent, mischievous, and as you're going to tell straight away, he really cares about doing great work. In this c...