Walk and Talk

Julie Zarifeh is a clinical psychologist with a big interest in positive psychology and wellbeing, more so after experiencing significant adversity in her life. Listen along as Sue and Julie discuss adversity and the strategies we use to make our way through.

Dr Robert Biswas-Diener is the author of Positive Provocation, and in this session, Sue and Robert explore what this term means. Listen along to this fascinating conversation as Robert explains the importance of asking good questions and the impact this can have.

Chris is a property auctioneer, and with his strength of narrator, he shares some of the interesting and wonderful opportunities he has had throughout his career! Listen along as Sue and Chris discuss the importance of adaptability and doing things that bring meaning to our lives.

Michelle McQuaid has been in the holistic positive psychology space for many years, identifying herself as a wellbeing teacher for the last decade and, more recently, identifying as an unrealised artist. Listen along as Sue and Michelle discuss the balance between research and practice and bringing wellbeing into the workplace.

In this episode, Sue reviews a research paper called Emotion in Organizations: Theory and Research by Hillary Elfenbein. Listen along as Sue looks at the detail in the paper, reviewing the science behind emotions and how this translates to the workplace. 

Trudy Bateman has worked in the positive psychology space, particularly in the area of strengths, for many years and has a mission to help everyone to feel comfortable in their own skin and be their authentic self. Listen along to this episode as Sue and Trudy discuss the changes in positive psychology, wellbeing and strengths over the years.

Lord Gus O'Donnell has spent most of his career in the political arena, with a keen interest in wellbeing. Listen along as Sue and Gus discuss wellbeing in politics and what this may look like from a global perspective.

In this episode, Sue speaks about the art (and science) of feeling a little bit better after her previous experiences in Italy. Listen along to the second episode of Sue's thoughts while on her Italian adventure!

Gemma McCaw played for the Black Sticks, New Zealand's women's hockey team, and went to the Olympics - a dream she had since she was little. Listen along as Sue and Gemma discuss changing our perspectives around big goals and the impact this has on our wellbeing.

Meike Bartels researches how wellbeing and happiness are linked to our genetics. Listen along as Sue and Meike discuss how genes and environment are consistently influencing us and how we can use this knowledge.

Pip Henry-Moore's career has been in people culture transformation, with a passion for working with and in teams. Listen along as Sue and Pip discuss the new focus of HR professionals and leaders and what this might look like in the future.

In this episode, Sue and Tania discuss mental health and anxiety in light of Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK. Listen along as Sue and Tania explore science, experience and strategies.

John Helliwell is one of the founders of the World Happiness Report. Listen along to this session to learn about the origin of the World Happiness Report and the impact it has had on the world.

Gudrun Snorradottir has been in the positive psychology space for many years and is currently a leadership coach. Listen along as Sue and Gudrun discuss leadership, coaching and how positive psychology has changed and developed over the last few years.

In this episode, Sue speaks about the art (and science) of feeling useless and being out of one's comfort zone. Listen along to this session as Sue recaps her time in Italy and uses the research to explain her experience.

Dr Jessica Payne's research is focused on sleep, stress, cognition and emotion and how they are linked. Listen along to learn more about how these interact. You can find more information here :

Richard Digby is a Transformation Director at Jaguar Land Rover in the UK. Having always had a passion for cars, Richard describes his career journey and how his family influenced his path. Listen along to this intriguing conversation as Sue and Richard discuss the highlights of his career and how he looks after his wellbeing. 

In the final part of Sue and Tania’s discussions about the World Happiness Summit, they focus on the conversations around the creation of the World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) and wellbeing on an individual level.

Listen along to another session with Sue and Tania as they continue to discuss their thoughts on the World Happiness Summit. In this session, Sue and Tania focus on the conversations and research on benevolence, wellbeing and sustainability.

Listen along to Sue and Tania as they discuss their thoughts on the World Happiness Summit and their other adventures in Italy!! This podcast was recorded outside at Lake Como so you will hear the sounds of Italy on a busy Sunday Morning!

David is passionate about education and psychology and bringing the two together. Listen along as Sue and David discuss what makes a world class teacher and the importance of bringing positive psychology into the classroom.

Sue and Jill worked together in the travel industry and Jill has a passion for travel, particularly experiencing new cultures. Listen along as Sue and Jill discuss the wonders and experiences of travel

Why do we tend to find comfort in teddy bears? Listen along to this interesting and informative session with Sue as she highlights the research behind the psychological function of stuffed toys and the comfort they can provide.

Lynne has a passion for looking at what lights people up and helping women fulfil their true potential. Listen along as Lynne and Sue discuss strengths-based coaching and positive aging.

Dr Robert Quinn is one of the founders of Positive Organisational Scholarship and has focused on positive leadership and change in organisations for the last 35 years. Listen along to this captivating session to learn more about his research and experience and the extraordinary changes he has seen using Positive Organisational Scholarship principles.