
Inside Out Culture
Cath Bishop and Colin Ellis - two people who have been at the heart of workplace culture for over 3 decades host a regular podcast that offers an insider’s view on culture and provides tangible actions that you can take on the outside.As best-selling authors and consultants who work with cultures around the world, they not only talk about what's happening in the world of work right now, but also provide evidence and commentary to help you change the way you do things too.From kindness to toxicity, from values to high-performance, Cath and Colin discuss a breadth of topics relevant to the way work gets done. Both are keen to help leaders, managers and colleagues gain competence and confidence to contribute more positively and proactively to their workplace environments.Please do send in your questions for Cath and Colin to answer. You can email them at insideoutculture@gmail.com or message them on LinkedIn.Sign up for the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmailInstagram: @insideoutculture
Latest episodes

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May 8, 2025 • 32min
Your Culture Questions Answered
Explore the evolving landscape of leadership as emotional intelligence takes center stage over traditional strength. Discover effective strategies for encouraging team collaboration in the post-pandemic office environment. Learn how to align your organization's vision with daily practices for a more authentic culture. Delve into the challenges of navigating a hybrid workforce and embracing uncertainty, paving the way for creativity and innovation. Get insights on fostering an inspiring workplace that values empathy and connection.

Apr 24, 2025 • 32min
Flow states with Jamie MacPherson
In this episode of the Inside Out Culture podcast we talk to workplace culture consultant Jamie MacPherson about the role of flow states in culture.Key topics covered include:Why clarity is important from productivityHow giving teams agency improves intrinsic motivationWhy learning helps to maintain momentumWhy doing less can lead to more work getting doneFind out more about Jamie:Jamie MacPhersonhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/cultureeq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-macpherson-b48a3b/ ---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail

Apr 10, 2025 • 30min
AI with Bruce Daisley
In this engaging discussion, Bruce Daisley, a workplace culture expert and bestselling author, explores the realities of artificial intelligence in work environments. He tackles the hype versus reality of AI's impact on jobs and encourages organizations to look beyond buzzwords. Bruce emphasizes that emotional intelligence remains crucial amidst automation. He also shares strategies for cultivating a culture of curiosity and collaboration to successfully integrate AI, ultimately empowering employees to thrive in a tech-driven future.

Mar 27, 2025 • 25min
Our favourite Ted Talks
In this episode of the Inside Out Culture podcast we share the Ted Talks that have inspired us and that we share with others in our workshops.They are as follows:How to Start a Movement - Derek SiversForget the Pecking Order at Work - Margaret HeffernanThe Transformative Power of Classical Music - Benjamin ZanderDo Schools Kill Creativity - Ken RobinsonEveryday Leadership - Drew DudleyWhy winning doesn’t always equal success - Valorie Kondos Field---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail

Mar 13, 2025 • 27min
What great cultures do that bad ones don’t
In this episode of the Inside Out Culture podcast we talk through the things that vibrant cultures do, that others don’t. These are the things that ensure that the culture is not only a great one to work in, but that it continually evolves to meet the changing nature of work.Specifically we talk about:Taking the time to agree your cultureWhy human connection is keyThe power of subculturesWhy you have agency over the daily micro-experiences---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail

Feb 27, 2025 • 25min
Back to Culture in 2025
The Inside Out Culture podcast is back. In this week’s episode we talk about the changes that have occurred in the last 3 months including those brought on by changes in government.Specifically we talk about:BurnoutWhat we’ve seen in politicsManagement skillsProductivity---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail

Dec 5, 2024 • 27min
The exercises we use to help organisations build vibrant cultures
We are constantly asked how we do what we do, so in this episode of the Inside Out Culture podcast, we share some of our workshop exercises as well as talking about what a good culture workshop experience looks (and sounds!) like.Specifically we talk about:Personality surveysDeveloping cultural normsArticulating a visionLego Serious Play®---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail

Nov 7, 2024 • 30min
Your Culture Questions Answered
On this episode of the Inside Out Culture podcast we are answering your questions. The issues that people face differ from industry to industry and business to business, so we look at the most pressing issues and provide insights into the things that you can do.Specifically we look at:How you measure belongingWhat employee engagement really meansWhat boards need to do differently with regards to cultureWhat you need to do differently when practising active listening and empathyWhether you need a vision or a purposeDon't forget that you can submit your questions for our next questions episode by using the email address below.---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail

Oct 10, 2024 • 30min
What's behind the persistent cultural issues in the armed forces?
Armed forces around the world have a reputation for combatant, often toxic, cultures. There is often an ‘old fashioned’ view that this is just how the military is.This week on the Inside Out Culture podcast we ask whether that's true or not. We look below the surface of the media stories to determine whether the armed forces are any differently - culturally - than any other organisation.---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail

Sep 19, 2024 • 33min
Catching up on Culture Stories from the Summer
In the first half of the year, we reviewed many stories about culture that appeared in the media and were anxiously watching a summer of sport to see which culture issues showed themselves!In this episode of the Inside Out Culture podcast, we review some of the stories that made the headlines and analyse how much progress - if any! - has been made.---Join us as we reveal strategies to close the gap and craft a workplace where values are not just spoken, but lived and breathed, paving the way for a more authentic and engaging organisational culture.Instagram: @insideoutcultureEmail your questions to: insideoutculture@gmail.comReceive the Culture Leaders Action Sheet: bit.ly/iocpmail