In this conversation, Tom Bosna and Lisa Saunders delve into the complexities of perimenopause and menopause, discussing the hormonal changes women experience and the impact on their lives, particularly in the workplace. They explore the various symptoms associated with perimenopause, the importance of understanding these changes, and how both women and men can navigate this life stage with empathy and support. Lisa emphasises the need for women to advocate for themselves and the importance of w...
Jun 09, 2025•31 min•Season 10Ep. 10
In this eposide, Dr. Raghav Murali-Ganesh, CEO of Osara Health discusses the challenges faced by cancer patients and the innovative solutions his company provides. He emphasises the importance of holistic care, including exercise, nutrition, and emotional support, in improving patient outcomes. Dr Raghav shares insights from his journey in medicine to technology, the role of human connection in healthcare, and the impact of cancer on the workplace. He also highlights the success stories and clin...
May 26, 2025•34 min•Season 10Ep. 9
In this conversation, Tom chats with Karen Eley, CEO and Founder of Women Talking Finance. They discuss the concept of financial wellbeing, exploring its definition, importance and the psychological aspects that influence our relationship with money. They dive into personal money memories, common financial behaviours and the role of financial wellbeing in the workplace. Karen emphasises the need for financial education and the importance of setting financial goals, while also highlighting the em...
May 12, 2025•32 min•Season 10Ep. 8
In this conversation, Tom and Melissa discuss the importance of workplace engagement and the role of office design in fostering a productive environment. They explore employee engagement statistics in Australia, the implications of return-to-office mandates and the evolution of office spaces post-pandemic. Melissa shares insights on placemaking, measuring success in workplace strategy, and navigating hybrid work dynamics. The discussion also touches on the significance of rituals and ceremonies ...
Apr 28, 2025•36 min•Season 10Ep. 7
In this conversation, Tom Bosna and Neala Fulia discuss the complexities of chronic pain, particularly focusing on fibromyalgia and the innovative approach of MoreGoodDays. Nel shares her journey from management consulting to founding MoreGoodDays, emphasising the need for accessible, evidence-based solutions for chronic pain management. The discussion covers the importance of understanding pain as a multifaceted experience that includes physical, psychological, and social elements. They explore...
Apr 14, 2025•29 min•Season 10Ep. 6
In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, host Tom Bosna is joined by Ray Good, a former world-class DJ turned mindfulness and meditation expert. Ray shares his fascinating journey from being a top DJ to becoming an accredited mindfulness coach. They discuss the significance of mental fitness in an AI-driven world, practical mindfulness strategies and the science behind mindfulness. Tune in to learn about micro practices, stress management, and the importance of mental fitness for high per...
Mar 31, 2025•37 min•Season 10Ep. 4
In this conversation, Tom Bosna interviews Arthur, a psychologist and CEO of AP Psychology, discussing the evolution of mental health awareness in the workplace, the importance of leadership training, and the need for a systemic approach to addressing psychosocial risks. Arthur shares his journey from forensic psychology to organisational psychology, highlighting the changes in workplace culture and the growing recognition of mental health issues. The discussion emphasises the importance of unde...
Mar 17, 2025•35 min•Season 10Ep. 4
In this conversation, Tom Bosna and Dr. Michelle McQuaid explore the evolution of workplace wellbeing, focusing on the shift from compliance to commitment. They discuss the societal expectations placed on women, particularly the 'good girl conditioning' that affects their wellbeing and career choices. The conversation also touches on the pressures faced by men to conform to the 'tough guy' mentality, the impact of social media, and practical steps for individuals to break free from these conditi...
Mar 03, 2025•34 min•Season 10Ep. 3
In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, host Tom Bosna reconnects with Kathryn Elliott to discuss her journey to alcohol-free living, the benefits of quitting alcohol and the importance of reflecting on one's relationship with alcohol. Kathryn shares insights from her six years of sobriety, emphasising the need for mindfulness and self-awareness in understanding alcohol's role in our lives. They also explore the coaching process for individuals seeking to change their drinking habits and...
Feb 17, 2025•27 min•Season 10Ep. 2
In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, host Tom Bosna delves into women's health with Dr. Ariella Heffernan Marks, founder of the FemTech start-up Ovum. She shares her inspiring journey from studying reproductive biology to launching Ovum. They discuss the McKinsey Gender Health Gap Report, highlighting the economic impact of health disparities, and the challenges women face in healthcare. Dr. Heffernan Marks also explains how Ovum centralises women's health data, empowers users with pe...
Feb 05, 2025•35 min•Season 10Ep. 1
In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, hosted by Tom Bosna, special guest Poppy Griffiths, founder of UnlimitU, and an expert in high performance coaching, discusses the challenges faced by working parents and carers. The discussion centres on the findings of the National Working Families Survey 2024, conducted by surveying 6,000 working parents across Australia. Key topics include the persistent high stress levels among working parents, the need for more support in workplaces, gender-n...
Nov 25, 2024•33 min•Season 10Ep. 2
In this episode of Well Workplaces Podcast, host Tom Bosna interviews Andrew McLaren, also known as AMc, from Medibank's ventures team. They discuss the corporate health and wellbeing landscape in Australia, focusing on how start-ups and small businesses can proactively approach exits and partnerships. The conversation delves into Medibank's evolution from a passive insurer to an active health services provider, the integration of Pinnacle Health Group, and the future directions of corporate hea...
Nov 07, 2024•31 min•Season 10Ep. 1
In this episode, Tom welcomes Anna Feringa, an expert in the field of psychosocial safety in workplaces. They discuss the importance of human connection in the age of hybrid and remote work, and the necessity of creating psychologically safe environments. Anna shares her extensive experience in occupational behaviour, shedding light on mental health issues in workplaces, trends over the last decade, and recent regulatory changes. They delve into the impact of inadequate work design on mental hea...
Jul 15, 2024•39 min
In this episode, we welcome Sarah Rusbatch from Perth to discuss her new book 'Beyond Booze' and the significance of re-evaluating our relationship with alcohol. Sarah shares her personal journey of becoming alcohol-free and the benefits she has experienced. She explains the concept of 'grey area drinking' and how it impacts people's lives. The conversation addresses the negative effects of alcohol, especially on women, highlighting the need for better public awareness and healthier alternatives...
Jul 01, 2024•33 min
In this podcast episode, Tom welcomes Jeff Wetzler , who joins us from New York. Jeff introduces his book 'Ask', which centres around enhancing relationships and learning from peers through the art of asking questions. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his book, emphasising the pervasive and painful problem of disconnection he aims to address. He outlines the ask approach, a set of five practices based on scientific research and practical testing designed to improve learning and relationships b...
Jun 17, 2024•39 min
In this episode, Tom has an insightful conversation with Sharon Darmody, marking her 20 years at Strive Occupational Rehab. They explore the evolution of workplace challenges, highlighting three main epidemics affecting today's work environments: mental health, technology, and loneliness. Sharon shares insights from her book ' Work Your Magic ' on creating healthier workplaces through early intervention and preventive measures. They delve into the importance of fostering connection, authenticity...
Jun 03, 2024•32 min
In today's episode, Tom chats with Olly Bridge, a visionary leader in athletic and corporate health sectors, and co-founder of Essentio Health. They discuss the importance of treating employees as 'corporate athletes' and the necessity of a holistic approach to wellness, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health. Olly highlights his methodology that combines the latest in health assessments, including DNA testing, sleep analysis, and functional movement screenings to create personalise...
May 20, 2024•38 min•Season 9Ep. 125
Today's episode features a conversation with Lucy Piper, a corporate climate expert and director at WorkforClimate. Lucy shares her journey from experiencing climate anxiety to taking action by leveraging her professional skills for climate solutions. WorkforClimate aims to educate and empower employees to drive stronger climate action within their companies. The discussion covers the importance of individual and collective action in the workplace for climate activism, the concept of corporate s...
May 06, 2024•29 min
Today's episode features Dr. Michelle Lim, a leading scientific expert on loneliness and a practicing clinical psychologist. Dr. Michelle Lim discusses her personal experiences with loneliness and the importance of addressing social needs in healthcare and workplaces. The conversation dives into the consequences of loneliness on health, including mental health issues and physical conditions such as heart disease. Dr. Lim also addresses the stigma and misconceptions surrounding loneliness, highli...
Apr 22, 2024•24 min•Season 9Ep. 125
In today's episode, Tom discusses the challenges of time management and maintaining mental wellbeing in high-stress environments, particularly in start-ups, with guest Andrew Hartman, who shares his personal journey from education to the start-up world. Andrew talks about the overwhelming nature of working in a marketing technology agency and the physical and mental toll of stress, leading to a significant health scare. Andrew's experience sparked a journey towards finding better ways to manage ...
Apr 08, 2024•37 min
Today, Tom Bosna, interviews Emmy Award-winning guest Topaz Adizes , the founder of the experience design studio called The Skin Deep. Topaz shares his journey from a traumatic childhood with arguing parents to finding solace in filmmaking and experiencing a turning point in Melbourne, Australia. They discuss the importance of daily self-questioning and deep, meaningful conversation in the context of personal relationships and in the workplace. Topaz provides insights on learning to listen with ...
Mar 25, 2024•48 min•Season 9Ep. 121
In this conversation, Trier Bryant and Tom discuss the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Trier explains the difference between these three aspects and how they contribute to workplace culture. Using practical examples, she emphasises respect for DEI as a discipline, similar to revenue generation or marketing, and suggests starting with small, manageable goals rather than attempting to overhaul an entire organisation. Trier also addresses the issue of tokenism...
Mar 12, 2024•29 min•Season 9Ep. 120
In today's episode, host, Tom Bosna and guest, Dr. Natalie Flatt, CEO and founder of Connect, Psych Services, discuss Superfriend's annual thriving indicators of workplace report. Superfriend conducts the largest survey for workplace mental health and the report provides valuable insights into the state of workplace mental health across different industries. They discuss the importance of leadership roles and work design, while pointing out the worrying underuse of mental health support resource...
Feb 27, 2024•25 min•Season 9Ep. 119
Welcome back to our latest episode. Joining us from Texas is Bjorn Billhardt, the CEO and founder of Abilitie, a global leadership development company. Bjorn is a pioneer in e-learning and business simulations, co-founded Inspire Learning in 2001. With degrees from the University of Texas and Harvard Business School, he's the brains behind "The 12 Week MBA," a book distilling essential skills from Ability's renowned program. Bjorn shares insights from his book, offering a practical guide to cruc...
Feb 12, 2024•30 min
Welcome back to the Well Workplaces Podcast! Today's episode is a special one as we kick off FebFast . Joining Tom is Kathryn Elliott, Australia's leading specialist alcohol and binge drinking coach for high-functioning professionals. A returning guest from last year, Kathryn's expertise is regularly featured in lifestyle, health, business, and women's media nationally. As one of two certified senior "This Naked Mind" specialist alcohol coaches in Australia, Kathryn shares her journey of living ...
Feb 03, 2024•32 min
We've got a special episode lined up to kick off 2024, where we'll be talking about the key skill of situational leadership. Today's guest joins Tom all the way from Sweden. Her name is Jessica Hill Holm and she's a leadership and executive coach and the founder of Hill Holm Coaching and Consulting . Now with over two decades of experience, she specialises in helping leaders and teams unlock their true potential. Jessica incorporates the principles of Swedish excellence and combining her experie...
Jan 30, 2024•34 min
Welcome back to the Well Workplaces Podcast! Today's guest is Rhiannon Puddy , Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Manager at Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust in Melbourne. We explore Rhiannon's career path and discover what led her to health, safety, and wellbeing, uncovering the passion driving her commitment to creating healthy workplaces. She also talks us through the challenges of health and wellbeing at work. Rhiannon shares insights on creating and facilitating wellbeing and safety, offer...
Dec 11, 2023•38 min•Season 8Ep. 115
In this episode, we're joined by Derin McMains, the Director of Mental Performance at ReliaQuest and a former professional baseball player and manager. With over a decade of experience, McMains brings a unique perspective on achieving peak performance that extends beyond sports to impact various aspects of life. Derin McMains, a seasoned mental performance expert, has crafted programs for renowned entities such as the San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and the University of Notre Dame. His ...
Nov 27, 2023•44 min
It can be a real challenge in workplaces to know what to assess, which wellbeing initiatives to run, and which of those need to be prioritised in order to reduce the overall health risks for your employees. Many wellbeing leaders struggle with the notion that many of their wellbeing program engagements throughout the year are only engaged in by the “healthiest” employees, or those that arguably may be already proactively looking after their own health and wellbeing. In Australia and New Zealand,...
Nov 20, 2023•30 min
Today, we're joined by Jess Ekserdjian and Sophie Curtis, clinical psychologists and co-founders of Enso Workplace Wellbeing . Their extensive experience in public mental health and private practice has honed their focus on workplace wellbeing and resilience. Resilience, for Jess and Sophie, is not just about bouncing back from adversity but thriving during stability. They emphasise the pivotal role of mindset, employing psychological frameworks like CBT and self-compassion. Their workshops empo...
Oct 30, 2023•39 min•Season 8Ep. 112
