The Professional Empathy Podcast with Leanne Butterworth

On this episode of The Empathy Podcast we discuss empathy and firefighters. We are delighted to have retired firefighter and now professional speaker Graeme Thom and current firefighter Stephen Lee share with us their experience and knowledge. Some of the discussions on this episode include mental health of firefighters, empathy skills needed in a firefighter and what firefighters can do to mental...

On this episode of The Empathy Podcast, we speak to Helen Black on her experiences working in prisons and helping prisoners to gain skills they otherwise may not have had the chance to explore. She talks about supporting adult mental health, taking risks and working with fearless employers that are willing to display compassion and empathy and give prisoners a chance to come out of their sentence...

In today's chat with Veterinarian Dr Evan Shaw we explore what it's like to be a vet - the joys, the stresses, pressures and challenges as well as the mental health benefits of having pets. The bottom line is - we love our pets and they are extraordinarily beneficial for our mental health and vets are an incredibly loving, passionate group of people who deserve our kindness and respect. Thank you...

How do you grow your business? How do you communicate your vision to your potential customers? How do you emotionally engage them in your brand and your mission? With storytelling. And you cannot tell a good story without empathy. To truly engage your audience you must first understand them. In this episode I speak with Megan Davis about how empathy is vital for good storytelling and the success o...

Ok - so quick warning - we cover some pretty heavy topics in this episode such as suicide, drug use and abuse. But what a fascinating discussion I had with Lachie about his experience of Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) work and how he now uses that experience to now help men be better. You can find Lachie (and his amazing body of work) at https://www.lachiesamuel.com

I love this podcast so much. It is called empathy in sales but we learn that empathetic sales skills are applicable to a wide range of professions - startups, social enterprises, fundraising and teaching. Cian and I discuss empathy and relationships in the sales process as well the importance of self care and how to maintain your mental health to live your best possible life and achieve your goals...

In today's episode we explore what it's like to be a tradie with Ed Ross from Trademutt. We talk about the financial, relationship and culture pressures that contribute to poor mental health in the industry and how Dan & Ed are using loud workwear to stimulate conversations around mental health and make it ok for guys to speak up. Quick note - the sound at the beginning is a bit screwy and the...

That was a huge discussion. AJ Roberts, a 15 year distinguished British Forces veteran and I discussed everything from mental health and suicide in veterans, to the power of purpose and camaraderie to what we can all learn about routine and goal setting while in isolation. It was a jam packed discussion. We do mention some heavy topics so please be aware and if you need support, please contact you...

Oh boy. Empathy and mental health in emergency nursing is a hot topic right now. With the world in chaos due to Covid-19, our emergency medical personnel are under more pressure than ever. We're expecting a lot from them. Join me as I speak with James Page about the pressures of working in a busy ED and the importance of team and culture in creating a mentally healthy workplace.

What a wonderful and unexpected discussion about empathy in law. Katie Richards and I discuss a new way of practicing law that shows empathy and respect for the public while preserving and honouring the mental health of her staff. What a joy it was. I used the words LOVING and LAW in the same sentence!!! Find Katie at https://lawonearth.com.au/

How much do you know about the world of a paramedic? What they do, how they cope and how we can better support those who deal with life and death situations on a daily basis. Join Tammie Bullard and me as we discuss all things empathy and mental health in a world full of emergencies, stress and ultimate kindness. Find Tammie at https://twitter.com/gbuparamedic

What an absolute privilege it was to discuss empathy in the Arts with Will Centurion. He shares his experience of joy and sadness in his stellar career as a singer, actor and dancer. I learned so much from our chat including the joy of playing a rhinoceros' butt (in The Lion King) and that the Arts are really struggling with their mental health and we all play a part in alleviating it. What a lovi...

Today listen at the orange door to Senior Sergeant Kelly McAuliffe about empathy in Policing and the Qld Police Service. We learn about what the QPS are doing to take care of and enhance the mental health health of their members and their families as well as create greater engagement with the public. It was a beautiful, inspiring chat and I hope you enjoy.

In this episode of The Professional Empathy Podcast we chat to Katie Fletcher about the role of empathy in engineering. Learn about why it's a vital skill for the industry, for businesses, for the engineers and for the public who benefit from empathetic design. I learnt a lot! Thank you Katie!

Why is empathy a vital component of leadership? We talk to Mark Bray to learn the three qualities of good leaders and where empathy can have benefits for your team and for your business! In this episode of The Professional Empathy Podcast, Leanne welcomes Mark Bray to discuss empathy in leadership. Together, they analyze the meaning of empathy, and Mark shares strategies on ways to implement it in...

In this episode we chat with Ky Lives and explore all things empathy, boundaries and love. We discuss Leanne's recent trip to Iowa and include a few clips from folks who attended the mental health literacy workshops in May. This episode lays the foundation for the Empathy Podcast