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Every leader has a story to tell. Join The SAFE Leader with Mark McBride-Wright as we uncover the diversity story behind leading figures championing change to make our world a better place. Hear from business leaders, academics, entrepreneurs, and agents of change as they share their journeys of innovation, resilience and transformation. Together, we explore how they embrace the principles of Sharing, Acting, Feeling, and Empowering to create safer, more inclusive environments for everyone.
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E025: Why Inclusive Leadership Starts With Us with Mark McBride-Wright
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In this special minisode of The SAFE Leader Podcast, host Mark McBride-Wright reflects on the journey so far, sharing personal insights behind the creation of The SAFE Leader framework and the motivations driving his mission. From moving to New York and building new community, to piloting The SAFE Leader Training Course with Rolls-Royce SMR, Mark e…
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E024: Shouting Safety Whispering Health with Mark McBride-Wright and Dame Judith Hackitt
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In this episode of The SAFE Leader Podcast, we explore what it truly means to lead with integrity, empathy, and long-term vision. Our guest, Dame Judith Hackitt, shares a compelling personal journey from growing up in a mining village surrounded by industrial risk to becoming a key voice in national safety reform. We discuss how core values should …
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E023: Radical Humility Is the Leadership Edge We Need with Mark McBride-Wright and Urs Koenig
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What does it really take to lead with strength and humanity? In this episode of The SAFE Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright is joined by Urs Koenig, UN and NATO peacekeeper, ultra-endurance athlete, executive coach, and bestselling author of Radical Humility. Urs shares his powerful philosophy of being tough on results and tender on people, drawin…
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E022: We need more hummingbirds in the world with Mark McBride-Wright and Malcolm Staves
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In this episode of The SAFE Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Malcolm Staves, Global Vice President of Health and Safety at L’Oréal, to explore what it means to lead with purpose, care, and conviction. Malcolm shares the story of the hummingbird, a simple but powerful metaphor that has come to define his approach to leadership and …
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E021: The Power of Speaking Up and Building a Fairer Society with Mark McBride-Wright and Antonio Zappulla
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In this episode of The Safe Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Antonio Zappulla, CEO of the Thomson Reuters Foundation, to explore what it really means to lead with purpose in uncertain times. From his early days in a newsroom during 9/11 to navigating the challenges of running a global organisation through COVID-19, Antonio shares …
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E020: Building Safer Systems by Asking Better Questions with Mark McBride-Wright and Paulo Oliveira
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In this episode of The SAFE Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Paulo Oliveira, Vice President of Process Safety Consulting at DEKRA UK, for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation about the evolving world of safety. From his roots in Portugal to leading international safety initiatives, Paulo shares how his journey was shaped …
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E019: This Is Not a Choice, It’s Who I’m Meant to Be with Mark McBride-Wright and Ayo Sokale
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What happens when a seven-year-old sees injustice and decides to change the world? In this powerful episode, Mark McBride-Wright speaks with Ayo Sokale — civil engineer, children's TV presenter, tech founder, and author — about what it means to live life on purpose. From witnessing flooding in Nigeria to protecting thousands of homes through engine…
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E018: Engineering Fire Safety for Everyone with Mark McBride-Wright and Benjamin Ralph
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In this episode of The Safe Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Benjamin Ralph, Director at Hollis and a leading voice in building safety and fire engineering. From setting fires in the fields of North Devon as a child (for science!) to influencing national building safety policy, Ben shares his deeply personal and professional journ…
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E017: Building Trust in High Risk Environments with Mark McBride-Wright and Mark Wilson
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In this powerful episode of The Safe Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Mark Wilson, HSE and Operations Director at Offshore Energies UK, for an honest and inspiring conversation on leadership, wellbeing, and the ripple effect of positive change. From giving up alcohol and caffeine to rising through the military ranks, from private …
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E016: Pioneering the Future of Safety Engineering with Mark McBride-Wright and Simon Burwood
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In this episode of The SAFE Leader, Mark McBride-Wright speaks with Simon Burwood, Partner at ERM and co-founder of Engineering Safety Consultants. From taking apart his mum’s iron as a curious child to leading cutting-edge safety work across biosafety, renewables, and AI, Simon shares the pivotal moments that shaped his career. He reflects on the …
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E015: Standards in Action with Mark McBride-Wright and Martin Cottam
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In this episode, Mark McBride-Wright is joined by Martin Cottam, Chair of ISO Technical Committee 283, for an in-depth conversation on how international standards can drive cultural change in workplace health and safety. With a career spanning over four decades in nuclear, marine, oil and gas, and major hazard industries, Martin shares how he trans…
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E014: STEM Belongs to Everyone with Mark McBride-Wright and Séverine Trouillet
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In this episode of The SAFE Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright is joined by Séverine Trouillet, CEO of STEM Learning—the UK’s largest provider of STEM education and careers support. With a powerful blend of personal insight and sector expertise, Séverine shares what drives her mission to widen participation in STEM, especially for underrepresented…
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E013: From Farm to Factory and Bold Decisions with Mark McBride-Wright and Emma Knowles
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What happens when a childhood on a dairy farm fuels a career in engineering leadership? In this episode, we dive into an inspiring journey of challenging expectations, making bold career leaps, and driving change in manufacturing. Emma Knowles shares how a background in agriculture shaped her approach to problem-solving, why she took on a £26M fact…
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E012: Breaking Barriers and Taking Risks in Engineering with Mark McBride-Wright and Dame Dawn Childs
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Dame Dawn Childs shares her inspiring engineering journey, from joining the Royal Air Force for sponsored education to leading transformative roles at Gatwick Airport, Merlin Entertainments, and National Grid. She now heads Pure Data Centres Group, building sustainable hyperscale data centres. Dame Dawn Childs discusses the importance of inclusion …
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E011: The Hidden Hazards of Work and the Future of Psychological Safety with Mark McBride-Wright and Dr. I. David Daniels
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Dr. I. David Daniels shares his journey from a career in the Fire Rescue Service to becoming a leader in occupational health and safety, with a focus on psychological safety and psychosocial hazard mitigation. He discusses the challenges he faced witnessing the loss of colleagues, the lack of diversity and inclusion in the industry, and the need to…
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E010: From Spice Girl Dreams to Engineering Leadership with Mark McBride-Wright and Kirstie Langan
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This podcast features an engaging conversation between Mark McBride-Wright and Kirstie Langan, the Global Business Development Director at PDI. Kirstie shares her impressive career journey, from her early aspirations to work in the energy sector after a work experience at BP, to her transition into offshore roles and eventual leadership positions. …
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E009: From Accidental Beginnings to Industry Impact with Mark McBride-Wright and David Jamieson
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David Jamieson, founder of Salus Technical, discusses his journey into process safety engineering, the challenges of starting a business during the pandemic, and the importance of integrating psychological safety and cultural elements into technical safety work. He shares insights on the tools and techniques used at Salus, the role of AI in process…
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E008: Breaking Barriers and Building Careers with Mark McBride-Wright and Sally Walters
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This podcast features an in-depth conversation between Mark McBride-Wright and Sally Walters, a civil and structural engineer with over 22 years of experience in the water industry. They discuss Sally's journey into engineering, the importance of mentorship and community building, the challenges and opportunities in the water sector, the need to ad…
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E007: Rethinking Safety, Leadership, and Workplace Culture with Mark McBride-Wright and Andy Webster
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This podcast features a conversation between Mark McBride-Wright and Andy Webster, a Digital Director at KBR and Gallup Certified Strength Coach. They discuss Andy's career journey in the energy sector, including his work developing a successful safety strategy at Shell. The conversation explores the importance of storytelling and emotional connect…
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E006: Psychological Safety, Workplace Culture, and Thriving Teams with Mark McBride-Wright and Tom Geraghty
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This podcast features a conversation between Mark McBride-Wright and Tom Geraghty, the founder and CEO of Psychological Safety Powered by Iterum. Tom shares his background transitioning from an experimentalist in ecological research to becoming a recognised authority on creating safer, high-performing, and more inclusive workplaces. He discusses hi…
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E005: Grounded Leadership, Resilience, and the Power of Flight with Mark McBride-Wright and Emma Henderson
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Emma Henderson shares her inspiring journey from a childhood fascination with flight to becoming one of fewer than 500 female airline captains worldwide. She recounts her path into aviation, flying celebrities and royalty, and founding the global charity Project Wingman to support NHS staff during the pandemic. Now an in-demand speaker and author, …
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E004: Balancing Leadership, Innovation, and Care with Mark McBride-Wright and Phil Clarke
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Embark on a captivating journey with Mark McBride-Wright as he sits down with Phil Clark, the head of health and safety at Care UK, who shares his remarkable career path from the Intelligence Corps to carving a niche in the dynamic world of environmental health and safety, navigating the balance between operational expertise and academic pursuits, …
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E003: Diversity, Safety, and Human Connection in the Workplace with Mark McBride-Wright and Keith Hanlon Smith
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In this episode, Mark McBride-Wright speaks with Keith Hanlon Smith, the Chief People Officer at the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) in the UK. Keith shares his unexpected career journey into HR, sparked by a retail restructuring experience. He reflects on the lessons he learned about adapting leadership styles and understanding employee mot…
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E002: Saving Lives, Building Trust and Simplifying Solutions with Mark McBride-Wright and Liz Bennett
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In this episode, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Liz Bennett, the Director of Safety in Design, to explore the intersection of design, safety, and inclusion. Liz shares her winding career journey and insights into the evolution of construction safety regulations, particularly the pivotal role of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulatio…
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E001: Safety First in High Hazard Industries with Mark McBride-Wright and Trish Kerin
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In this episode, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Trish Kerin, the Director of the IChemE Safety Centre, to explore the critical intersection of process safety and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Trish shares her personal journey into the world of process safety, recounting pivotal moments that shaped her career. They delve into the challenges …
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