In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners chats with Helen Marshall — Chief Learning Officer at Thrive, founder of WomenIn (the UK’s largest community for women in L&D and HR), and Leader of the Year 2024. Helen shares how curiosity, empathy and courage drive her work, from building thriving communities to redefining leadership. A candid, inspiring conversation about embracing imperfection, challenging convention, and keeping the human at the heart of learning and technology.

Inspire Club Ep #41 - Helen Marshall

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners speaks with Tony Martignetti — leadership coach, bestselling author and Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspired Purpose Partners. Tony shares the story of a leader whose humanity shaped his career, the moment that made him walk out of corporate life and his mission to help others “shine their light.” A powerful conversation about purpose, authenticity and creating a leadership imprint that lasts long after you leave the room

Inspire Club Ep #39 - Tony Martignetti

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners chats with Ali Killaly — founder of WorkPants, career coach and advocate for designing work that truly fits. Ali shares how redundancy and motherhood reshaped her purpose, how humour helps her through stress and why the best leaders are great listeners. A warm, funny, and deeply human conversation about identity, courage, and creating workplaces that work for real life — not just job titles.

Inspire Club Ep #38 - Ali Killaly

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners welcomes Kirsten Davidson — co-founder of Employera, former Head of Employer Brand at Glassdoor and a trailblazer in culture and talent transformation. Kirsten shares lessons from leaders like eBay’s John Donahoe on humility and curiosity, the dangers of “power moves,” and how to align people and purpose in a polarized world. A sharp, thoughtful conversation about listening, learning and leading with time, trust and humanity

Inspire Club Ep #37 - Kirsten Davidson

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners speaks with Janet Hitchen — strategic internal communications leader, trusted advisor and former communications expert at Apple and Nespresso. Janet shares what it feels like to be part of a truly psychologically safe team, why trust and kindness create the best work and the simple power of “keeping your side of the street clean.” A candid, insightful conversation about integrity, respect and listening — the true foundations of leadership.

Inspire Club Ep #36 - Janet Hitchin

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners welcomes Laura Cooke — co-founder of Positive Foundry, expert in positive psychology and champion for well-being at work. Laura shares how a leader who saw her potential changed her career path, why ego is the enemy of growth and how gratitude, meditation and humour keep her grounded in a VUCA world. A conversation full of warmth, wisdom and practical inspiration for flourishing at work and in life.

Inspire Club Ep #35 - Laura Cooke

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners talks with Claire Cathcart — HR leader, founder of Elevate and advocate for empowering the people who empower others. Claire shares how one inspiring manager shaped her career, how micromanagement led her to launch her own business and why flexibility, kindness and treating “people like people” should define the future of work. A refreshing, honest conversation about courage, balance and leading with humanity.

Inspire Club Ep #34 - Claire Cathcart

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners chats with Joanna Parsons — CEO of The Curious Route, author of Innovative Internal Communication and award-winning internal comms leader. Joanna shares lessons from the best and worst leaders she’s worked with, why kindness is a workplace superpower and how “making a nuisance of yourself” became life-changing career advice. A funny, honest conversation about empathy, courage and the importance of listening at work.

Inspire Club Ep #33 - Joanna Parsons

In this episode of the Inspire Club Podcast, host Matt Manners sits down with Rachel Miller, founder of All Things IC, global internal comms expert, author and advocate for wellbeing at work. Rachel shares the story of a boss who believed in her potential beyond a degree, lessons from burnout and the power of listening and trusting your gut. A warm, honest conversation about courage, kindness and building workplaces where people truly thrive.

Inspire Club Ep #32 - Rachel Miller

In this episode of The Inspire Club Podcast, Matt Manners talks with six-time best-selling author and award-winning HR leader Debra Corey about her book Bad Bosses Ruin Lives. They discuss what truly makes a great boss, how vulnerability and authenticity drive trust, and why “showing up” for your people is the heart of leadership. A candid, inspiring, and practical conversation for anyone who wants to lead with humanity and impact.

Inspire Club Ep #31 - Debra Corey

The Inspire Club podcast comes from the world of work with just one rule for each guest. They must share a story of someone who has inspired them along the way. We then explore their career, life away from work, share advice and tips for inside and outside of the workplace and much more. Want to feel good and learn something in half an hour? Join us at The Inspire Club.

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