Best SOUNDS OF THE IC Podcasts (2024)

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

21d ago39:55

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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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Pastor Walter Sharing About The Body of Christ 35:33

1M ago35:33

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Pastor Walter Henry's opening scripture is taken from 1 Corinthians 12:12 1 Corin 12:12 For as the body is one and has many members, but all the members of that one body, being many, are one body, so also is Christ. 13 For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free—and have all been made to drink…

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

1M ago1:01:56

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

2M ago1:02:10

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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…

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Episode 101 – From complex to clear: Elevate your presentations 1:08:43

2M ago1:08:43

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As internal communicators, empowering leaders to clearly communicate business strategy, important updates and company values is a valued skill. How can we inspire colleagues and leaders alike to make the complex simple?This week’s guest and founder of Present Your Science, Melissa Marshall, has built a career educating scientists, engineers and tec…

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Episode 100 – Meet the super-connector behind #CommsJobs 52:32

3M ago52:32

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After years running an internal communications team, Daniel Mendez emigrated from Chile to the U.S., where he faced a host of barriers to success. A language barrier. A small or non-existent professional community. The difficulty in proving himself. And yet, he emerged as a hugely successful communicator and connector.Daniel is the brains behind th…

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Episode 99 – The communicator’s communicator 53:47

4M ago53:47

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by Linda Zebian. The very first Director of Communications at PR management platform Muck Rack, Linda spent a decade in various comms roles at The New York Times during its transformation from print ad-supported newspaper to the most successful digital subscription busines…

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Exclusive reveal: Katie’s IC masterclass 8:07

4M ago8:07

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Join us for a special episode of The Internal Comms Podcast as host Katie Macaulay announces the imminent launch of her unique on-demand masterclass.With more than three decades at the forefront of internal comms, including leading the world’s first internal comms agency, AB, Katie has developed a masterclass programme that promises to elevate the …

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Episode 98 – How to build a powerful personal brand 52:34

4M ago52:34

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This week on The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by serial entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker and business mentor Chris Ducker. Chris is a renowned expert in building powerful personal brands – taking solo entrepreneurs and leaders to new levels of success and transforming them into the go-to leaders in their respective ind…

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Episode 97 – Leaving the ladder down: helping IC pros step up 1:25:11

5M ago1:25:11

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay welcomes back the show’s first-ever guest, Rachel Miller.Rachel is an internationally recognised internal comms legend, with more than two decades of educating, advising and commenting on the profession under her brand All Things IC. Alongside her podcasting, blogging and consulting…

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Episode 96 – Inclusion in action: Kindness is the keystone 1:07:34

6M ago1:07:34

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This week on The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by Global Belonging, Equity and Impact Consultant, and self-styled ‘human-centric technologist’, Bob Watanabe.Bob has been working in HR technology for over two decades and is a fierce believer in always doing something to make someone’s life better. His human-centred approach b…

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Trusting God In Time of Trouble 52:32

6M ago52:32

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Bro. Hinds is preaching when trouble comes our way and we are afraid of what might happen; this is when we must place our trust in Jesus. Psalm 56:3-4 Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. In God (I will praise His word), In God I have put my trust; I will not fear. What can flesh do to me? Songs Featured: Bigger than All my Problems- Gaither …

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Episode 95 – Mastering your approach to strategic communication 1:01:39

6M ago1:01:39

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This week on The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by award-winning marketing and communications expert Danielle Bond.Recently retired from corporate life, Danielle has held the CMO role at many leading professional services firms throughout her career. Most recently, she led the brand, corporate comms and marketing function for…

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Episode 94 – The stories that shape us 1:00:54

7M ago1:00:54

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In this episode of The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by leadership communications coach and co-founder of Engage Kenya, Agatha Juma.Agatha credits an embarrassing experience as a speaker at a conference for igniting her interest in comms and public speaking. That grew into what Agatha calls a deep passion for developing lead…

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Episode 93 – The sound of success: Why it pays to listen to employees 1:15:47

7M ago1:15:47

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We’re back for Season 11 of The Internal Comms Podcast! And kicking us off with a very special episode, this week host Katie Macaulay is joined by not one, not two, but three guests.Kevin Ruck, Mike Pounsford and Howard Krais are the three authors of a brand-new book called Leading the Listening Organisation: Creating Organisations that Flourish. T…

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Moment 35 – The four Cs of content: How internal communicators can create comms that land 8:24

7M ago8:24

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Looking for tips on creating internal communications that land – and stick? In this Moment from The Internal Comms Podcast, Steve Crescenzo shares a few things you absolutely must keep in mind. He calls them ‘the four Cs’.Creative. Think outside of email and your intranet. As Steve’s son told him, “Young people are not reading their emails and they…

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Moment 63 – Are you listening? The power of questions in leadership: Mike Roe 6:10

8M ago6:10

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“I realised I was probably a pretty crap listener,” Mike Roe tells Katie Macaulay in this Moment from The Internal Comms Podcast.We often go to leaders and start by asking them something entirely different to what we are really there to ask. It’s down to leaders, says Mike, to ask the right questions and really listen to the responses.So, Mike took…

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Moment 57 – Language matters: Building two-way engagement at IKEA 10:26

8M ago10:26

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At IKEA, choosing the right words when communicating with the workforce is everything.Guy Britt, IKEA’s Global Head of Co-worker Comms, tells Katie Macaulay the use of ‘co-worker comms’ instead of internal or employee comms is very deliberate. “It’s based on the fact that those we’re communicating to are people,” he says. The team at IKEA want to a…

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Episode 1: All Shades of The Drum - Compilation Mix S5, EP1 mixed by DJ IC 58:11

8M ago58:11

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All Shades of The Drum - SERIES 5, EPISODE ONE mixed by DJ IC Get ready to groove to the beats of Afro House!! A brand new exclusive compilation of the hottest afro house tracks from our label here at All Shades of The Drum curated by DJ IC. This mix features vibrant rhythms, energetic vocals and contains exclusive content from DJ IC himself that w…

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Episode 92 – Revolution coming: How AI is transforming internal comms 1:01:43

9M ago1:01:43

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If you have ever attended one of Shel Holtz’s presentations, you will know that, more often than not, it’s standing room only. Shel has a remarkable ability to anticipate what's next for internal communication, a knack for seeing what's around the corner and an in-depth understanding of how technology is revolutionising our world of work. Since Cha…

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Moment 61 – Human-centric businesses do better: Victoria Dew 10:37

9M ago10:37

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Does your approach to internal communication have the human touch?It’s essential to the humans you employ, says Victoria Dew, CEO of Dewpoint Communications and an internal comms aficionado. And it’s good for business, too.If you’re relying on people to run your business – and not robots or machines alone – then Victoria says you should be creating…

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Episode 91 – How to build a one-person IC powerhouse 1:05:22

10M ago1:05:22

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Ever feel like, as an internal communicator, you’re fighting an uphill battle all by yourself? This week’s guest on The Internal Comms Podcast has exactly what you need.Host Katie Macaulay welcomes internal communications strategist, author, and certified communication management pro, Emily Hecker.With over a decade of experience under her belt, Em…

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Jesus is Here 44:41

10M ago44:41

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Bro. Hinds is preaching that nothing is too hard when Jesus is here. Gen 18:14 "Is anything too hard for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.” Songs Featured: Promises- Maverick City The Goodness of God- Cece Wynans send us your victory report If you have a prayer request B…

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Episode 90 – A shared vision: ED&I and IC in action 1:03:39

10M ago1:03:39

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This week on The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by Sim Sian, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Mitie, and Yvonne O’Hara, formerly Mitie’s Group Head of Internal Communication and Engagement.Equality, diversity and inclusion, or ED&I, is fast climbing the corporate agenda. Creating an equitable environment that cele…

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Episode 89 – Netflix-style IC: Snackable, on-demand and authentic 58:00

11M ago58:00

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In this episode of the Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by Access Group’s Global Head of Communications and Engagement, Paul Downey. Paul caught Katie’s attention on LinkedIn, where he was discussing his unique approach to internal communications for a global, largely remote audience. With over 6,500 colleagues to engage, Paul …

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Episode 88 – It’s fixable: How to tackle hard problems 1:02:10

11M ago1:02:10

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In this episode of the Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by Anne Morriss.Anne is an entrepreneur, author, public speaker, and the Executive Founder of the Leadership Consortium, an accelerator dedicated to helping leaders thrive. And cutting across it all is Anne’s commitment to fixing things. On Fixable, a podcast she co-hosts …

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Episode 87 – Tracing the legacy of internal comms 50:46

11M ago50:46

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It’s often said we must understand the past to build the future, and that sentiment sits at the very heart of this episode.This week on The Internal Comms Podcast we welcome professors Michael Heller and Joe Chick, of Brunel University. Michael and Joe were recently awarded a considerable grant from the UK government to write an institutional histo…

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Episode 86 – How to crush your next public speaking gig 1:06:48

12M ago1:06:48

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Season 10 of the Internal Comms Podcast kicks off with one of Katie’s most compelling conversations yet. Shil Shanghavi is a public speaking specialist, storyteller and head of speaker coaching for TEDx, Perth. He's gained an international reputation for both his captivating keynote speeches and the way he coaches others to speak. He helps everyone…

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Bro. Barry McPherson Teaching on Psalm 1 1:12:56

12M ago1:12:56

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Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, Nor sits in the seat of the scornful; (NKJV) Brother Barry teaches a lesson on Psalm 1 If you have a prayer request Bro Hinds can be reached at togetherinprayer@live.ca Songs featured: I've Been Touched - Jeff & Sheri Easter Mercy Walked In-…

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Coming soon: Season 10 of The Internal Comms Podcast 3:18

1y ago3:18

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Our summer break is drawing to a close, Katie has dusted off her mic and we’re ready to launch Season 10 of The Internal Comms Podcast! This season, we’ll be welcoming more of the bright lights in the communications industry to the hot seat. Packed with insights from some of the most influential comms leaders from all corners of the globe, this sea…

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Moment 18 – 3% of employees are driving 90% of conversations: Mike Klein 8:23

1y ago8:23

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In this moment, we catch up with Mike Klein, former political consultant, modern-day communications stalwart, and two-time guest on the Internal Comms Podcast. Mike breaks down how organisations can find the four types of influencers that operate within the proverbial ‘walls’ of the business. When segmenting our workforce to find out who we’re actu…

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Moment 17 – How we create meaning: Sue Dewhurst & Liam FitzPatrick 5:19

1y ago5:19

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What’s our one true purpose as internal communicators? It’s the question we’re all seeking the answer to. This moment takes us back to when Katie first welcomed Sue Dewhurst and Liam FitzPatrick, co-authors of Successful Employee Communications: A Practitioner’s Guide to Tools, Models and Best Practice for Internal Communication, and masterminds be…

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Moment 13 – The message must change at each leadership level: Dr Kevin Ruck 6:58

1y ago6:58

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If there’s one thing we’re clear about at AB, it’s that communication should not be a one-way street. And that’s what this moment is about. We head back to Episode 13, where Katie sat down with the ‘Doctor of IC’, Kevin Ruck, to explore exactly how communication needs to shift at each level of an organisation. They discuss the theory that line mana…

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Episode 2: All Shades Of The Drum - S4 EP2 - Mixed by DJ IC 59:46

1y ago59:46

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All Shades Of The Drum - S4 EP2 DJ IC is back with another afro-house compilation mix featuring music from: Prince Kaybee, Atmos Blaq, Thakzin, DJ Jim Mastershine, Rancido, Caiiro, Yanns, Da Capo, Boddhi Satva plus some brand new music from DJ IC himself. Be sure to click the link, listen, like, share, download and enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe …

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Moment 06 – On tolerance, kindness and being enough: Henry Normal 13:00

1y ago13:00

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As communicators, we could often do with slowing things down a little. In this moment, Henry Normal – author and co-founder of production company Baby Cow, which he founded with Steve Coogan – explains to Katie how life with his autistic son Johnny has taught him many valuable lessons about how we communicate with one another. From the problem with…

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Moment 01 – What happens inside is reflected outside: Rachel Miller 6:00

1y ago6:00

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Have you heard of an inside-out approach to communication? It’s no secret that today’s internal comms messages seep into the world outside the office walls. After all, anything you say to your colleagues, bar protected IP and trade secrets, should be fit for external consumption. We’ve seen it time and time again: a leader sends out a poorly advise…

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Episode 85 – Lessons from a trailblazer 43:03

1y ago43:03

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We’re ending Season 9 of the Internal Comms Podcast with a bang this week, as Sally Susman takes to the hot seat for her second appearance. Sally is Executive Vice President and Chief Corporate Affairs Office at Pfizer, and on episode 55 she shared with Katie what it was like being on the company's vaccine development task force and being in the ro…

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Ignoring God is Foolish 1:01:51

1y ago1:01:51

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Bro. Hinds is teaching that people who don’t want to acknowledge God will be in for a rude awakening when the living God appears in His glory. Psa 53:1 Only a fool would say, "There is no God!" People like that are worthless! They are heartless and cruel and never do right. Songs Featured: God's Not Dead- Newsboys Above All/There is None Like You- …

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Episode 84 – Ethics in action: Insights from a global compliance leader 1:01:40

1y ago1:01:40

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In modern business, integrity is non-negotiable. As legislation ramps up in lockstep with colleague and customer demands, operating an ethical business in line with global regulations has never been more important. That’s where Jonathan Satinsky comes in. As Johnson Matthey’s Group Head of Ethics and Compliance, he’s tasked with the challenge of em…

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Episode 83 – ESG: How IC can drive the agenda 57:49

1y ago57:49

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Define ESG… Well, it stands for environment, social and governance. But can you really define what ESG actually is?Put very simply, ESG is a set of criteria used to evaluate a company's impact on people and the planet. It’s not just about ‘operating sustainably’ and it's becoming increasingly important to investors, consumers and employees. But we …

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Episode 1: All Shades of The Drum - Compilation Mix - Series 4 - afro-house 57:41

1y ago57:41

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Welcome to a brand new episode of All Shades of The Drum - a journey of afro-house music. This series features both upcoming and established artists and we hope you enjoy the sounds! Kick-starting this compilation series is our host IC, so press play, share, download and enjoy. Track-list 1) Dancer (feat. Charlene Lai) 2) Thakzin - The Magnificent …

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Episode 82 – The truth about resilience 1:14:58

1+ y ago1:14:58

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It seems everyone’s talking about resilience, the ability to bounce back from misfortune or adversity. But as Bruce Daisley explains to host Katie Macaulay, there’s something wrong with what he calls the ‘resilience orthodoxy’, the idea that it’s not really what happens to you that matters, but your attitude to what’s happened. In this, his second …

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God is Creator of Heaven & Earth 1:06:00

1+ y ago1:06:00

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Bro. Hinds is teaching that we don't have to worry because God is in control of Heaven and Earth, and God does deserve our praise. Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Songs Featured: God of Wonder- Passion How Great Thou Art - Carrie Underwood send us your victory report If you have a prayer request Bro Hinds can be …

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Episode 81 – Unilever: Inside a global success story 1:01:02

1+ y ago1:01:02

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With over 130,000 colleagues, and a 100-year history, Unilever is one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies. And this week on the Internal Comms Podcast, we get a peek behind the curtain at how their IC function keeps them all supported and engaged.Our guest this week is Charlotte Carroll, Unilever’s Global Head of People Communications. …

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Episode 80 – The inside track on comms at Mercedes F1 1:20:24

1+ y ago1:20:24

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“The days we fail are the days our competitors live to regret,” said the late, great Niki Lauda. And that’s what this episode of the Internal Comms Podcast is all about.This week, host Katie Macaulay welcomed Nicole Bearne, Head of Internal Communications for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One team. The F1 team competes at the very pinnacle of m…

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Pastor Marlon Hunte - Heavenly Manna 1:14:09

1+ y ago1:14:09

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2 Chronicles 15:7 But you, be strong and do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded. (NKJV) Pastor Marlon Hunte encourages us that the Word of God builds us up and comforts us in a time of need. Pastor Marlon Hunte is the Pastor at Word of Life Ministries Fort Yates, North Dakota If you have a prayer request Bro Hinds can be rea…

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Episode 79 – Lifting the lid on comms consultancy 1:12:17

1+ y ago1:12:17

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Ever considered what it takes to become an effective communications consultant? Then this week’s episode of The Internal Comms Podcast is for you. Host Katie Macaulay welcomes Simon Monger to the hot seat to discuss internal comms, change, engagement, authenticity and the power of being just that little bit disruptive. Simon has a breadth of experi…

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