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Is your workplace genuinely supporting working families — or just ticking the box? In this episode of Lessons from Leaders, brewed with Nespresso Professional, we’re joined by Emma Walsh, CEO of Parents At Work, and Kate Furlong, Head of Inclusion & Wellbeing at Deloitte, for an honest and practical conversation about what it really takes to build a family-friendly workplace. We go beyond policies...

Neurodiversity isn’t a leadership problem to solve — it’s a powerful advantage to unlock. In this thought-provoking conversation, strategy coach and neurodivergent leader Laetitia Andrac challenges the most common myths around neurodiversity in leadership and the workplace. From being misunderstood as “too much” or “too difficult,” to being excluded from leadership pathways altogether, Laetitia un...

Want to know the secret to building powerful, lasting connections? In this episode of Lessons from Leaders, brewed with Nespresso Professional, we sit down with Robin Dreeke — former FBI agent, spy recruiter, and author of Unbreakable Alliances — to uncover what it really takes to build trust, influence, and authentic human connection. Robin spent decades recruiting spies and leading elite counter...

What does it take to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and empower the next generation of female leaders? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Bronnie Mackintosh, CEO of Girls on Fire, to explore how representation, mentorship, and hands-on experiences are transforming opportunities for young women in firefighting and other traditionally male-dominated industries. 🔥 In this conver...

What if furniture destined for landfill could instead help women and children rebuild their lives after crisis? In this episode of Moments to Movements, host Luke Cook sits down with Ren Fernando, Co-Founder of ReLove—a charity transforming crisis into hope by helping women and children rebuild safe, dignified homes. Ren, an architect, artist and sustainability advocate, co-founded ReLove during C...

The conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) has never been more complex — or more urgent. In this powerful episode of Pick My Brain, Yemi Penn, JJ Ferrari, and Katriina Tahka come together to unpack what it really means to foster inclusion in a world that feels increasingly polarised. As DE&I becomes a cultural flashpoint, leaders and organisations are grappling with backlash, bur...

What would change if we truly designed today’s decisions for tomorrow’s generations? In this powerful episode of Moments to Movements, host Luke Cook sits down with Taylor Dee Hawkins, a leading voice in the For Our Future movement, to explore how long-term thinking, civic participation, and values-led leadership can help create a fairer, more sustainable future. Taylor brings clarity, urgency, an...

How can we harness technology for good—without sacrificing our digital wellbeing? In this episode of Moments to Movements, host Luke Cook sits down with Yasmin London, a global leader in digital resilience, to explore how families, schools, and communities can navigate the challenges of the digital age with confidence and care. As Global Director of Digital Resilience at Qoria, Yasmin works alongs...

Digital violence is not just happening online — it’s reshaping lives offline. In this 16 Days of Activism episode, we explore the hidden and fast-evolving reality of tech-facilitated gender-based violence, financial abuse, and coercive control. Experts and advocates, Yasmin London, Ren Fernando, Amanda Thompson, and Catherine Fitzpatrick unpack how everyday technology — from phones and bank accoun...

How can women take control of their financial futures—and what role do workplaces, leaders, and society play in supporting them? In this episode of Lessons from Leaders, brewed in partnership with Nespresso Professional, host Yasmin London speaks with Betsy Westcott—financial coach, advocate, and founder of the Inner Money Journey. Together, they explore the real-world challenges women face when b...

What does real women’s empowerment look like in modern workplaces? And how can businesses move beyond good intentions to create genuine equity, inclusion, and belonging? In this episode of Lessons from Leaders, brewed in partnership with Nespresso Professional, host Yasmin London is joined by Sarah Abbott, Global Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Lion. Together, they unpack the bold strateg...

Women’s Safety & Male Allyship | Lessons from Leaders In this powerful episode of Lessons from Leaders, brewed in partnership with Nespresso Professional, host Yasmin London sits down with Rob Caslick, founder of Two Good Co—a social enterprise changing the lives of women escaping domestic violence. Rob shares the remarkable journey of Two Good Co: from a grassroots soup kitchen in Kings Cross to...

n this special live edition of Lessons from Leaders, host Yasmin London sits down with Mitch Wallis, founder of Heart On My Sleeve, and Jim Kelly, Director of Health & Safe Design at SafeWork NSW, for a powerful conversation about the future of workplace mental health. Recorded in front of a live audience at the Nespresso Boutique Sydney, this episode explores the realities of burnout, the importa...

In a world where we’ve never been more connected, many of us have never felt more alone. Despite endless Zoom calls, hybrid schedules, and digital “check-ins,” something fundamental is missing from today’s workplaces: genuine human connection. The result? Leaders are burning out, teams are disengaged, and cultures are fraying under the weight of silence, stress, and constant change. In this powerf...

How do you truly create a mentally healthy workplace—not just a compliant one? Mental health expert, author and psychosocial safety leader Bill Carson unpack what’s really driving stress, burnout, disengagement and conflict at work — and what leaders must do about it. Bill has spent years on the frontlines of mental health — from 650+ hours as a Lifeline crisis supporter to coaching organisations...

What does it take to turn generational tension into generational strength? In today’s workplaces, it’s not just one culture leaders are navigating—it’s five generations, all working side by side, all with wildly different expectations of what “good work” and “good leadership” look like. From Boomers to Zoomers, we’re seeing culture clashes over communication, technology, ambition, loyalty, and wha...

What if purpose isn’t something you find — but something you grow into through small acts of service, connection and courage? In this powerful Pick My Brain conversation, host Luke Cook sits down with Rev. Jon Owen, Pastor and CEO of Wayside Chapel, to explore how everyday actions can help you live your way into purpose. Jon shares honest stories from decades on the frontline, revealing how meanin...

What does real climate leadership look like—and how do we keep hope alive in a world full of political noise and environmental stress? In this energising and heartening conversation, climate communicator and changemaker Jo Taranto sits down with For Our Future host Taylor Dee Hawkins for a frank chat about what’s really going on in our communities, workplaces and homes when it comes to climate act...

What if a single idea could help untrash the planet? In this episode of Moments to Movements, host Luke Cook meets Nik Robinson, a visionary Co-Founder of Good Citizens who, alongside his son Harry, is tackling the world’s plastic crisis—one recycled bottle at a time. Nik’s journey is as dynamic as it is inspiring. From radio broadcaster and creative director to donut maker and lecturer, his passi...

Can a story really rebuild trust in today’s workplace? StorySharing™ expert Nimarta Verma explore why leaders today don’t need more polish — they need more honesty. Nimarta breaks down how real,s imperfect stories create human connection, rebuild trust and help teams feel seen in a world where people are craving authenticity more than ever. Together, they unpack how shifting from storytelling to S...

What if having a baby doesn’t feel like the happiest time of your life — and you don’t know where to turn? The Gidget Foundation Australia exists for that moment. Born from the heartbreaking loss of a young mum known as “Gidget,” it now supports the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents across the country. From free specialist counselling and 39 Gidget Houses to practical resources for...

Yasmin London sits down with Stefan Vermeulen, Managing Director of Nespresso Australia and New Zealand. Stefan shares his journey of transforming Nespresso from a renowned coffee brand into a force for positive change. Learn valuable insights such as: How Nespresso balances business growth with social and environmental impact and how they implement social impact initiatives. The importance of pur...

In our premier episode of Lessons from Leaders brewed with our partners Nespresso Professional, our host Yasmin London sits down with Rhonda Hall, CEO and Founder of mwah. Making Work Absolutely Human. In this valuable episode you will learn: How to create a culture of care Developing a learning and growth mindset How to make people feel Psychologically Safe How to create an environment where peop...

Luke Cook sits down with builder, presenter and modern-day elder Barry Du Bois to explore what leadership truly looks like when life throws its hardest challenges your way. Barry doesn’t speak from theory — he speaks from lived experience. From infertility struggles and grief to a cancer diagnosis that came with a three-month prognosis, he opens up about the moments that tested him, broke him, and...

At just 16 years old, Bastien Treptel hacked into a big four bank — all for the price of a pizza. Today, he’s one of Australia’s leading voices in cybersecurity, AI safety, and digital identity protection. In this Pick My Brain episode, Bastien shares his incredible journey from teenage hacker to purpose-driven tech entrepreneur. Unpack: ➤ How curiosity led to his infamous hacking story and arrest...