Best Sync N Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 121 – The story behind Bupa's elephant 49:18

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, Katie Macaulay is joined by Jo Hudson, Group Director of Internal Communication at Bupa.Jo has spent the past 16 years at Bupa, one of the world’s largest healthcare organisations. She’s worked across internal and external comms, PR, media relations, brand and engagement. Now, she’s leading IC in a com…

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Rethinking 'Creepy' Technology with Nassim Parvin and Neda Atanasoski 27:09

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In this episode we talk to Nassim Parvin and Neda Atanasoski, the editors of the book Technocreep. We discuss what makes a technology creepy and the rise of so-called creepy technologies during COVID-19. Neda and Nassim argue that creepiness is associated with surveillance and that privacy is posited as the solution to so-called creepy tech. Howeve…

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Episode 120 – Walk the line – how to stay in sync 1:05:39

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay sits down with alignment strategist and leadership coach Zora Artis to explore a crucial question: how can internal comms teams unite people around what matters most?It’s no easy task, but Zora brings three decades of in-the-trenches experience. As CEO of Artis Advisory, co-founder …

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Symbiosis From Bacteria to AI with N. Katherine Hayles 35:38

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In this episode, we talk to N. Katherine Hayles who's the distinguished research professor at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and the James B. Duke Professor Emerita from Duke University. Her prolific research focuses on the relationship between science, literature and technology in the 20th and 21st centuries. We explore her newest…

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Episode 119 – The suite spot – Microsoft minus the mayhem 1:09:37

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If the platforms you use at work were built by Microsoft, this episode is essential listening.Katie is joined by Alex Graves, Chief Visionary Officer at Silicon Reef — the people-first Microsoft experts — for a fast-paced, plain-speaking conversation on making technology work for people.Alex shares practical strategies for rolling out new digital c…

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Episode 118 – Satirising the spin – a bullsh*t investigation 40:01

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If you have ever found yourself circling back, touching base, breaking down silos or leveraging strategic synergies — then these guests are speaking your language.Charles Firth and James Schloeffel are the Australian comedy duo behind Wankernomics. Their brilliantly sharp satire holds a mirror up to the strange, slippery and often nonsensical langu…

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Transhumanist Fantasies with Alexander Thomas 36:02

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In this episode, Eleanor talks to Alexander Thomas, a filmmaker and academic who leads the BA in Media Production at the University of East London. They discuss his new book about transhumanism, a philosophical movement that aims to improve human capabilities through technology and whose followers includes Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Larry Page, and als…

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Episode 117 – From humanising a prime minister to empowering the quietest voices 52:55

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What does it take to make one of the most scrutinised leaders in the world feel relatable? And how do we build internal comms that truly include everyone — especially the quieter voices?In this episode, Katie Macaulay is joined by personal brand expert, storytelling strategist and award-winning filmmaker Richard Etienne. Richard shares the remarkab…

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Data Bodies and Arab Futurisms with Laila Shereen Sakr 25:56

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In this episode, we talk to digital media theorist and artist Laila Shereen Sakr, who also performs under the name VJ Um Amel. We discuss her work making data about the outer world both visible and emotional. We explore what Laila calls the "surveyed and targeted Arab data body" and the incredible work she does creating Arab futuristic video games …

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Episode 116 – How to build a remarkable career without a plan 44:03

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Fred Cook’s career proves success doesn’t require a straight line. Now Chairman Emeritus of global PR agency Golin, Fred has spent 35+ years advising world-famous brands – Amazon, McDonald’s, Disney – and visionary CEOs like Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs.But his journey began far from the boardroom. Fred’s early resumé includes being a pool hustler, ca…

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Managing the Body through Food Law and Policy with Kyla Wazana Tompkins 38:11

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In this episode we talk to Kyla Wazana Tompkins, chair of the Department of Global Gender and Sexuality studies at the University of Buffalo. She gives incredible insight into the relationship between the history of science and the history of food law and policy. We look at legislation like the 1906 Food and Drug Act to examine how food policy shap…

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Episode 115 – Curiosity, creativity & the imposter myth 1:05:59

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Inspiration is everywhere when you stay curious. That’s the thread running through this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, where Katie Macaulay welcomes communication, creativity and leadership consultant Beth Collier. The author of the brilliant Substack newsletter Curious Minds, Beth takes Katie on a journey from her early days working in Hol…

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Episode 114 – The credibility code: Become the leader your team deserves 52:42

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What does it mean to be a credible leader? And just how important is that credibility to your team? In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay welcomes back leadership and internal communication expert Jenni Field to unpack all this and more.Jenni is the author of Nobody Believes You: Become a Leader People Will Follow, and …

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Re-imagining Voice Assistants with Stina Hasse Jørgensen and Frederik Juutilainen 33:46

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To develop voice assistants like Siri and Alexa, companies spend years investigating what sounds like a human voice and what doesn't. But what we've ended up with is just one possibility of the kinds of voices that we could be interacting with. In this episode, we talked to sound engineer Frederik Juutilainen, and Assistant Professor at the Univers…

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Episode 113 – Soft skill? Think again: The hard truth about storytelling 1:05:05

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay welcomes Jeremy Connell-Waite, Global Communications Designer for IBM, an acclaimed speechwriter and storyteller, and a performance coach for senior executives.In this fascinating conversation, which will challenge everything you thought you knew about storytelling, Jeremy guides Ka…

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Episode 112 – From intent to impact: take charge of your career 52:36

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We’re back for season 13 of The Internal Comms Podcast and to kick things off, host Katie Macaulay is joined by Eduvie Martin. Eduvie is Group Communications and Engagement Manager at British American Tobacco, President of the IABC’s UK and Ireland Chapter and Executive Director of Marketing and Communications at Comic Republic – a creative media c…

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Period Pain, Hormones & Reproductive Autonomy with OBGYN Dr. Margo Harrison 28:16

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Understanding your cycle is key to reproductive autonomy. In this episode, OBGYN Dr. Margo Harrison breaks down the impact of period pain, why women’s health is still overlooked in research, and how education + better products can change the narrative. She also shares how her company, Wave Bye, is helping women take back control of their cycles. Le…

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Critiquing Tech through Comedy with Laura Allcorn 32:47

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In this episode, we go shopping with artist and performer, Laura Allcorn. We enter into her practice, which is called the Institute for Comedic Inquiry, to learn how she pairs humour and entertainment with participatory public engagement methods to raise awareness about bizarre and dangerous uses of AI. Laura uses comedy to skewer all manner of et…

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Surfing the Web in Sync with the Sun with Anne Pasek 28:45

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In this episode, we talk to Anne Pasek, the Canada Research Chair in Media Culture and the Environment, and an Associate Professor between the Department of Cultural Studies and the School of the Environment at Trent University. We love Anne for lots of reasons, not least because she has a 50 watt solar panel, a little Raspberry Pi computer, and an…

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Own Your Magic: How to Handle Shame Around Your Own Emotions with Jamie Lee 25:56

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Tune in to this episode to learn practical tools for stepping into your most confident, empowered self. Jamie Lee is an accomplished coach and hypnotist, dedicated to helping women and marginalized folks reclaim their power and grow their confidence. Learn what it means to be the expert of your own body, how to handle shame around your emotions and…

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Using Feminist Chatbots to Fight Trolls With Sarah Ciston 27:11

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In this episode, we talk to Sarah Ciston, an artist, coder, writer, and critical AI scholar. We asked Sarah to talk about this badass chatbot they created called Ladymouth, which responds to trolls and incels on hate forums. We discussed the difficult labor of content moderation and the long lasting effects of trying to do feminist work online. We …

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Syncing Your Cycle to the Moon’s Rhythms, with Randee Godfrey 26:22

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Tune in for an insightful conversation with Randee Godfrey, a bodybuilding champion, cycle educator & hormone empowerment coach. This episode is a must listen for gaining an understanding of how aligning with nature's rhythms and your own cycles, can impact and strengthen your physical health. You’ll learn about the dangers of overtraining, and her…

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Resisting Mental Health Ward Surveillance with Stop Oxevision 30:46

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In this episode we talk to two activists, Hat and Nell, from the organisation Stop Oxevision, who are fighting against the rollout of surveillance technologies used on mental health wards in the United Kingdom (UK). We explore how surveillance on mental health wards affects patients who never know exactly when they're being watched, and how surveil…

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Train Smart, Recover Strong: Advice for College Runners with Bella Racette 22:54

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Dive into a powerful discussion with Bella Racette, a college runner and physical therapist student, as she opens up about her journey in college athletics. In this episode, Bella shares her strategies for overcoming injuries, the importance of rest and recovery, and how to maintain balance amidst the pressures of competitive sports. Discover how p…

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Season 12 – 2024 Christmas Special: nine gifts from the archive 49:39

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In this episode, we mark a big milestone with a gift-wrapped edition of the Internal Comms Podcast.It’s six years since the show launched and, in this Christmas special, host Katie Macaulay shares some of her favourite moments.From Professor William Kahn’s take on the meaning of engagement, to Seth Godin on creating the right conditions for people …

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Lithium Extraction in the Atacama with Sebastián Lehuedé 31:51

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In this episode, we talk to Sebastián Lehuedé, a Lecturer in Ethics, AI, and Society at King's College London. We talk about data activism in Chile, how water-intensive lithium extraction affects people living in the Atacama desert, the importance of reflexive research ethics, and an accidental Sunday afternoon shot of tequila.…

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Episode 111 – A creative leader's blueprint for brilliance 49:03

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This week on The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by a very special guest – AB's creative director, Joel O’Connor. Joel has been with AB for well over a decade, and has seen our agency and the wider internal comms space change beyond recognition.In this rare look behind the curtains of a communications agency, the episode explo…

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Machine Vision with Jill Walker Rettberg 23:13

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In this episode, we talked to Jill Walker Rettberg, Professor of Digital Culture at the University of Bergen in Norway. In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about machine vision's origins in polished volcanic glass, whether or not we'll actually have self-driving cars, and that famous photo-shopped Mother's Day Photo released by Kate Middleto…

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Episode 110 – Navigating the shifting digital landscape 51:01

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This week on The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by co-founder of Local Wisdom, tech expert and comms leader Pinaki Kathiari. With his rare passion for both the sciences and the arts, Pinaki has built a company that advises organisations large and small on how to launch and scale their comms platforms.Internal comms technology…

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Art, Technology and Justice with Yasmine Boudiaf 31:12

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In this episode, we talk to Yasmine Boudiaf, a researcher, artist and creative technologist who uses technology in beautiful and interesting ways to challenge and redefine what we think of as 'good'. We discuss her wide-ranging art projects, from using AI to create a library of Mediterranean hand gestures through to her project Ways of Machine Seei…

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Episode 109 – The business of belonging: A new approach to DEI 1:21:01

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We all deserve the opportunity to thrive at work. We deserve equal opportunity. We deserve to feel valued and included. That’s what diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is all about and as polarising as it may have become, it’s here to stay.In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, DEI educator, author and comms leader Kim Clark joins Katie M…

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Gut Feminism and Feminist Approaches to Biology with Elizabeth Wilson 35:38

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In this episode we talk to Elizabeth Wilson, a professor of gender, sexuality and women's studies at Emory University, a leading scholar on the intersections between feminism and biology, and the author of Gut Feminism. We talk about everything from what feminism can learn from biology to TERFs (trans exclusionary radical feminists), penises, Freud…

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Episode 108 – Seth Godin rewrites the rules of internal communication 49:59

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In this episode, Katie Macaulay is joined by author and influential blogger, Seth Godin.Seth was top of Katie’s guest wish list when The Internal Comms Podcast launched five years ago. As the author of 22 international bestsellers and as one the world’s most respected marketers, Seth has changed the way millions of people think about marketing, cre…

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Janneke Parrish on Worker Solidarity and Why Tech Unions Matter 33:00

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In this episode, we speak to Janneke Parrish, who's one of the co founders of Apple Together, a solidarity union at Apple. Apple fired Parrish on the 14th of October 2021. Since she's written an incredible book, continues to be an advisor to Apple together, and is now studying law. We talk about how Apple's culture of silence underlies its aim to s…

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Episode 107 – Beyond words: A blueprint for more impactful, immersive IC 1:12:05

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay welcomes international internal comms consultant and strategist Monique Zytnik to the hot seat. Monique is the author of Internal Communication in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. She has two decades of experience shaping strategies and crafting personalised, more meaningful comm…

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Hot Take: Does AI Know How You Feel? 25:59

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In this episode, we chat about coming back from summer break, and discuss a research paper recently published by Kerry and the AI ethicist and researcher Os Keyes called "The Infopolitics of Feeling: How race and disability are configured in Emotion Recognition Technology". We discuss why AI tools that promise to be able to read our emotions from o…

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Cycle Syncing for Productivity and Energy with Renae Fieck 27:08

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Join us as we delve into the world of cyclical living with Renae Fieck, an occupational therapist who helps women harness their cycle to boost productivity and energy. Discover the transformative "slingshot" approach, uncover profound insights hidden in everyday moments, and learn from Renae's personal journey of growth after shedding the "yes pers…

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Episode 106 – School of thought: Inside Matt Tidwell’s comms curriculum 1:01:44

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay welcomes Matt Tidwell to the hot seat. Matt is a consultant, communicator and educator, and has led comms agencies, built brands, advised CEOs and nurtured the next comms greats at the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Kansas. As y…

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The EU AI Act Part 2, with Amba Kak and Sarah Myers West from AI NOW 31:33

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In this episode, we talk to Amba Kak and Sarah Myers West of the AI Now Institute, who are the co directors of this leading policy think tank. In the episode, which is the second installment of our EU AI Act series, Amba and Sarah explore why different tech policy narratives matter, the difference between the US and the EU regulatory landscape, why…

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Episode 105 – Reaching the peak of success: IC at Iron Mountain 44:40

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We’re back for Season 12 of The Internal Comms Podcast, and in this first episode, host Katie Macaulay is joined by Senior Director of Corporate Communication at Iron Mountain, Neil Jenkins. Neil has led internal comms at British Telecom, Coca Cola, Vodafone and Siemens, and has more than a few tales to tell when it comes to engaging that hard-to-r…

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The EU AI Act Part 1, with Caterina and Daniel from Access Now 36:32

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In this episode, we talk to Daniel Leufer and Caterina Rodelli from Access Now, a global advocacy organization that focuses on the impact of the digital on human rights. As leaders in this field, they've been working hard to ensure that the European Union's AI Act doesn't undermine human rights or indeed fundamental democratic values. They share wi…

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Pelvic Health for Athletes: Leakage Isn't Normal with Dr. Wolfson 24:12

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Discover the often-overlooked world of pelvic health with Dr. Caroline Wolfson, a doctor of physical therapy specializing in pelvic health. Learn about common (but not normal!) conditions, how PT can help, and when to seek a specialist. She emphasizes the need for inclusive fitness classes that cater to individuals with conditions like endometriosi…

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Episode 104 – Communications excellence in times of rapid change 39:55

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McKinsey & Company is one of the world’s most renowned strategic management consultancies. With a mission of striving for “change that changes everything”, its global team of change and strategy consultants has delivered some of the most complex and challenging change programmes in the world. Join Katie Macaulay as she goes under the hood and find …

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Bridging the Gap in Women’s Health Research with Sophia Williams 22:54

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Uncover the lack of research in fitness and nutrition on women’s bodies with Sophia Williams, PhD candidate in exercise physiology. Dive into Sophia's personal experiences as a college athlete and the misconceptions around menstrual cycles in sports. Learn what she discovered during her marathon training about honoring her body's needs and tips on …

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Let That Sync N: Fitness that Flows with Your Cycle 4:38

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Let That Sync N is your go-to podcast for all things women's health and fitness aligned with the female cycle. Hosted by Lizzy Palmer, founder and CEO of Sync N, this podcast is your wellness partner, making your journey fun, informative, and empowering. Let’s celebrate your body and invite you to "Let That Sync N." Let’s Vibe: You can follow Sync …

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Elevate Body Appreciation with Yoga Aligned to Your Menstrual Cycle with Crystal Morelli 24:24

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Yoga facilitator Crystal Morelli reveals how syncing your practice with your menstrual cycle can boost body love and self-acceptance. From cheerleading to yoga, Crystal’s journey shows how understanding your cycle can make you your own best friend. Don’t miss her tips on how to align your workouts and embrace every phase of your cycle for ultimate …

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FECTALK Podcast Episode 78 - Rick N Morty Review 9:25

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Review of the Rick N Morty Pusher by LAI Games

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Episode 103 – Say the thing now: Candid conversations at Reddit 1:01:56

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On a platform where the candid and the curious are king, how do you make sure what’s inside reflects what’s on the outside? Meet Sean Langston, Jr., Head of Internal Communication at Reddit, to find out.Sean turned to internal communication following a formative experience at college, in which he realised that there was real value in helping organi…

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What on Earth Is Ethical Maths? with Maurice Chiodo 38:42

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We often think that maths is neutral or can't be harmful, because after all, what could numbers do to hurt us? In this episode, we talk to Dr. Maurice Chiodo, a mathematician at the University of Cambridge, who's now based at the Center for Existential Risk. He tells us why maths can actually throw out big ethical issues. Take the atomic bomb or th…

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Episode 102 – The sound of success: IC at Spotify, Mastercard and beyond 1:02:10

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Ever been curious about how some of the biggest brands in the world tackle their internal communication challenges? Well look (or listen) no further. Kerri Warner, this week’s guest on The Internal Comms Podcast, held the reins at both Spotify and MasterCard.Kerri has a huge range of IC experience spanning the consulting, agency and corporate world…