Peace of Pod

In the Season 4 finale of Peace of Pod , Sarah isjoined by Tracy Clarke, Operations Director at Guardian Angel Carers, for a funny, warm and deeply engaging conversation about leadership, resilience, and the realities of working in care. Tracy shares her varied career journey from retail tobanking and eventually into the care sector and reflects on the common thread that runs through it all: peopl...

In this episode of Peace of Pod , Sarah is joined byHannah Woollven, Marketing Director at Autism Unlimited, for a thoughtful and compassionate conversation about autism, neurodiversity in the workplace, and the power of understanding. Hannah shares her career journey into the charity sector and explains what drew her to Autism Unlimited, including her own lived experience of autism within her fam...

In this episode of Peace of Pod , Sarah is joined byEd Durrell, Managing Director of Cover Direct Limited, for a thoughtful conversation about insurance, wellbeing, and why protection should be about people, not just policies. Ed shares his career journey from training as a Chartered Accountant at PwC in Jersey, through working in the digital lead-generation space, to founding Cover Direct. Along...

In this episode of Peace of Pod , Sarah is joined by Clare Charles, independent travel expert and Travel Counsellors franchisee, for an honest and inspiring conversation about career reinvention, working motherhood, and building a business that supports the life you actually want to live. Sarah and Clare first met over 20 years ago as colleagues and together became partners in a law firm, working...

In this episode, Sarah is joined by Caroline Roberts, Commercial Director at Occupational Health Consultancy Ltd (OHC), for a practical and eye-opening conversation about occupational health, employer responsibility, and getting meaningful advice when it matters most. Caroline shares her career journey from starting out as a nurse to leading a growing occupational health consultancy. She reflects...

What does it really take for a business to survive and thrive for more than a century? In this first episode of the new season of Peace of Pod , Sarah is joined by Buz Ross, event organiser, video producer and Managing Director of Whitwam Group and Videofrog, for a wide-ranging and refreshingly honest conversationabout business evolution, creativity, and sustainability. They talk about key turning...

In this week’s episode of Peace of Pod, Sarah is joined by her friend, fellow China Chum and retired law firm partner Andrew Chalkley, for a fascinating discussion on career progression, legal milestones, and life beyond work. Andrew’s journey is nothing short of impressive - starting as a generalist before moving into commercial law and becoming a partner in his 20s! He shares insights from his c...

In this week’s episode of Peace of Pod, host Sarah is joined by Rebecca Beard, the other half of Peas in a Pod Consulting, to dive into the essential but often misunderstood world of HR compliance. Rebecca shares the story behind the consultancy’s creation—having experienced first-hand a lack of HR support in a previous role, she spotted a clear gap in the market and set out to change that. Now, s...

In this week’s episode of Peace of Pod, Sarah is joined by Kay Coombes, one half of the duo behind Peas in a Pod Consulting, an HR consultancy that delivers supportive but also straight-talking advice to businesses. Kay shares her unconventional career journey, including dropping out of university - something she has come to be extremely proud of as it helped shape the path she’s on today. She hig...

In this week’s episode of Peace of Pod, Sarah is joined by retail and strategy consultant turned author, Neil Munz-Jones, for a must-listen conversation on networking, mindset, and going independent in business. Neil shares his refreshing take on networking – that proper networking isn’t just about transactions, it’s about real connections. He explains how to build relationships before you need th...

In this week’s episode of Peace of Pod, Sarah is joined by Content Consultant and Copywriter Kate Llewellyn, founder of the Content Club and Consultancy, for a wonderful conversation about personal branding, content strategy, and career evolution. Kate and Sarah discuss the common hesitation many business owners feel when it comes to promoting themselves. We often shy away from shouting about our...

In this week’s episode of Peace of Pod, Sarah is joined by Inclusion Culture Expert Joanne Lockwood for a thought-provoking conversation on building truly inclusive workplaces. Jo shares her expertise on the importance of fair hiring practices - while you can’t hire everyone, every candidate deserves a fair process. They also cover the challenge of creating inclusion without exclusion. True divers...

In this week’s episode of Peace of Pod, Sarah is joined by Chartered Accountant and long-time friend Nick Parker for a fascinating conversation about career growth, the evolution of accountancy, and the lessons learned from global business experiences.    Sarah and Nick reminisce about their iconic China trip, where business leaders from different industries came together to discuss shared challen...

This week, Kate Houldsworth joins Sarah to talk all things employee wellbeing, workplace nutrition, and the role of HR in supporting healthier choices at work. As a former teacher turned certified Nutrition Coach, Kate brings a unique perspective on how education and coaching can transform workplace health. They discuss the practical ways to encourage better nutrition at work, how HR can create a...

This week Sarah is joined by Darren Hughes, a Director of People Strategy with a wealth of experience in the events, operations and HR world. They discuss key topics such as recruitment processes, transitioning into new job roles, fostering a people-centric culture, and the importance of pragmatic legal advice. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of peopl...

This week, Sarah is joined by Liz Blacklock, owner of Lapis Care, to discuss key issues in the care sector and what the Employment Rights Bill means for them. From working as a nurse to owning her own care company, Liz has a real passion for all types of care. Sarah and Liz explore the importance of properly funding primary care, the impact of exploitative zero-hours contracts in the world of care...

🎙️ This week on Peace of Pod, Sarah is joined by the talented Ali Sparkes! Ali shares her career journey, from award-winning author to radio comedy, guest speaking, mentoring, and even judging competitions. Along the way, she’s collaborated with Sarah’s team, helping to shape their events while becoming a cherished friend. Make sure to also follow our socials for more behind the scenes content @wa...

In this week’s episode, Sarah speaks with Christina Dolding, founder of The Colleague Experience Company. Christina shares her journey into the world of workplace engagement and the passion that drives her mission to help businesses thrive by understanding the needs of their colleagues and customers. We look at why focusing on these relationships is critical to business success, Christina’s top ti...

In this week's EXCLUSIVE episode, Sarah welcomes back Cath Dixon to talk through the recently announced 'Employment Rights Bill 2024'. Tune in to find out more about the initial details of how the Government wants to "Make Work Pay," and while it remains to be seen exactly what they will do, Sarah and Cath discuss how it signals transformative changes for businesses and employees alike. Together,...

In this week’s episode, we speak with Dan Thompson, Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer here at Warner Goodman LLP. Dan talks about his path into law, his journey with the firm, and his pivotal role in launching the Warner Goodman Academy —an exciting programme designed to help staff gain new qualifications. We’ll explore what makes Warner Goodman a standout place to work, Dan’s advice for growing...

This week, we’re joined by Karon Walton from our Private Client team to discuss the importance of thinking ahead. Karon shares her journey into law and explains why Powers of Attorney are essential for future planning. We also explore how employers can better support their teams in preparing for the road ahead and offer strategies to help them through life’s challenging moments. Find us on our soc...

In this episode, Roger shares his journey from the travel industry to launching Experience Hampshire, a business dedicated to showcasing the best experiences in the area. He talks about embracing opportunities, the power of career change, and the challenges of starting a business. Want more behind-the-scenes content? Head over to our socials: https://linktr.ee/warnergoodmanllp

This week, the wonderful Shaun Brogan, owner of BeGreen Cleaning, joins Sarah on Peace of Pod. Shaun’s career journey has been extraordinary, from working in a large corporate environment to launching his own eco-friendly cleaning company over the past five years. In this episode, Shaun and Sarah, who met through networking, discuss their shared experiences of business ownership, managing staff, b...

From breaking into the TV industry to building a successful PR agency, this episode of Peace of Pod follows the fantastic story of Lee Peck. Lee has been a friend and collaborator of our host, Sarah, for over 20 years, and in this episode, they take a look into his journey from growing up on a council estate to becoming a prominent figure in PR and broadcasting. They discuss key moments in his car...

Join us this week on Peace of Pod for an engaging conversation with Cath Dixon, as we delve into her remarkable journey from HR professional in the care sector to independent consultant. Hosted by Sarah, Cath shares her compelling story of navigating the complexities of HR in the care sector and transitioning into the dynamic realm of consultancy. From her experiences tackling HR challenges in the...