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Your best people aren't lazy. They're burned out. And there's a difference — one that costs you performance, retention, and culture if you can't spot it.

FRIED: The Burnout Podcast is a top 1% global show with over a million downloads, hosted by keynote speaker and burnout expert Cait Donovan. It's the show for leaders, executives, HR professionals, and high-responsibility humans who want to under... more

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Latest Episodes

Employee engagement surveys give us a lot of data. But what does that data actually tell us?

In this first Survey Says episode, I’m looking at two questions from the 2024 U.S. Office of Personnel Management Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey through ... more

I worked with a CEO who was burning out, but here's what made the situation interesting: they were really good at their job. They had a supportive board. They had a supportive staff. The rest of the organization wasn't burning out.

So what the hell ... more

This episode is a reminder that there are people fighting for human leadership, inclusivity, responsible AI and more as we move into the future of work.

FRIED Fam,

In June of this year, I got to work with one of my very favorite clients again (repe... more

What is emotional intelligence?

Cait breaks down what emotional intelligence actually means, tracing the term back to its 1990 origins and Daniel Goleman's four domain model: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship manage... more

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Bhushan Sethi
Partner at PwC US Consulting; expert in Workforce Strategy and AI-led Transformation
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Episode: The $322 Billion Business Case for Employee Wellbeing, with Bhushan Sethi
Owen Fitzpatrick
Social psychologist, keynote speaker and author of Inner Propaganda
Episode: Belief Leadership Starts with Knowing Inner Propaganda with Owen Fitzpatrick
Natalie Nixon
Creativity Whisperer to the C-suite; CEO of Figure Eight Thinking; author of Move Think Rest
Figure Eight Thinking
Episode: Redefining Productivity: Why Rigor Turns Into Burnout, with Dr. Natalie Nixon
Dr. Zarya Rubin
Harvard-educated neurologist and functional physician; host of Outsmart Burnout
Outsmart Burnout Podcast
Episode: Moral Injury Is Costing You Your Best People - a Harvard Trained Neurologist Explains with Dr. Zarya Rubin
Robyn Hatcher
Communication strategist, keynote speaker, author of Standing Ovation Presentations
Robyn Hatcher LLC
Episode: Your Workplace Is a Soap Opera. Here's How to Rewrite the Script with Robyn Hatcher
Leanne Elliott
Chartered Occupational Psychologist and Coach
Truth, Lies, & Work
Episode: Toxic or Just a Bad Fit? How to Tell the Difference at Work with Leanne Elliott of Truth, Lies, & Work
Kristin Scroggin
Researcher on generational conflict; former communications professor
Independent researcher / speaker
Episode: Burned Out and Managing Multiple Generations? What Leaders Get Wrong About Generational Conflict at Work with Kristin Scroggin
Ilana Golan
Founder of LEAP Academy, Silicon Valley veteran in tech leadership and education
LEAP Academy
Episode: The Career Structure That's Actually Burnout-Proof (And Why More Execs Are Moving to It) with Ilana Golan
Aoife O'Brien
Founder of Happier at Work; author and culture/leadership expert
Happier at Work
Episode: Psychological Safety First: The Foundation of Thriving Teams with Aoife O'Brien

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Cait Donovan
Host and burnout expert; keynote speaker; FRIED. The Burnout Podcast founder/lead.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 419 ratings
  • Validated my experience!!

    I am so glad to have discovered this podcast. It has clarified and validated my experience. It feels supportive and informative. It is educational for both individuals and organisations. I like the humour, personal stories and in-depth knowledge of the topic. It has helped me a lot - Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Burnt211
    Australiaa month ago
  • Feeling fried in SC

    I look forward to hearing these podcasts. I am working 60-85 hours a week burnt out and I feel like I have a place I can go and hear about people that are struggling like me. I’m going back and listening to the older episodes I have been listening for a few years now. I listen as I drive to and from work. You are making a difference in my life!

    Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nekomidori73
    United States4 months ago
  • Life Changing

    When I say that this podcast changed the course of my life it is not an understatement. I was so burnt out! Then I got coaching from Cait and kept listing to the pod and I'm in such a better place 7 months later. I'm so thankful for this amazing resource and for Cait for helping me get my life into alignment!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K Scroggin
    United States6 months ago
  • So much gold

    I’m so happy that I came across this podcast. I’ve been a long time listener, but wanted to share a review. the latest episode within two minutes of interviewing, the guest, I was able to put words to a situation that my kid is going through. This podcast is not only a resource for fried or burnt out individuals adults, but also a framework to look at human dynamics. Keep up the good work !!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    meh so far.
    Canada6 months ago
  • Burnout for Everyone!

    I’m a physician, speaker and burnout expert (with my own little burnout podcast!) so truth be told, I don’t always listen to other burnout podcasts - but this one is the exception, because it is SO DARN FABULOUS!!! Cait is no-nonsense, raw, real, whip-smart and echoes so much of my own journey. This podcast will make you think about burnout in different ways, evaluate your own values and quirks and curiosities that make you YOU. More than just a burnout podcast, it’s a window into understanding ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Zarya
    United States7 months ago

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The $322 Billion Business Case for Employee Wellbeing, with Bhushan Sethi
Q: What are the biggest barriers to implementing well-being initiatives on the ground, day-to-day?
Barriers include lack of time and prioritization, insufficient leadership training in people skills, and the challenge of translating abstract well-being concepts into concrete workplace practices and metrics that tie to real business outcomes.
Belief Leadership Starts with Knowing Inner Propaganda with Owen Fitzpatrick
Q: What does Inner Propaganda mean in two sentences?
Inner Propaganda refers to the internal stories we tell ourselves that form our beliefs, shaping how we see the world and act, often more powerfully than conscious logic or external facts.
Moral Injury Is Costing You Your Best People - a Harvard Trained Neurologist Explains with Dr. Zarya Rubin
Q: What did you have to learn after burnout that you didn't learn as a neurologist, and what gaps did you discover?
Post-burnout, Dr. Rubin realized medicine often trains around disease rather than wellness, and emphasized trauma-informed care, nervous-system regulation, and the hormonal and gender-specific factors that influence burnout—areas traditionally underemphasized in medical education.
Why Your Culture Initiatives Keep Failing — And What Actually Works with Chris Pineda
Q: How does transformation begin within an organization when leaders are resistant?
Transformation begins with the leader changing first, creating safety, and modeling vulnerability so others feel safe to follow and take their own steps toward change.
Burnout Doesn't Wait for a Good Time: Building Resilience Into Your Leadership with Dr. Rachel Goldman
Q: What would you tell someone who feels stuck after trying many strategies?
A mindset shift is often needed; zoom out to see the whole picture, check in regularly with yourself on what's working and what isn't, and experiment with small, sustainable tweaks rather than sweeping changes.

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A leading podcast about burnout, leadership, and organizational design, it consistently explores how mismatches between people, roles, expectations, and systems drive disengagement and turnover. Episodes blend neuroscience, psychology, and practical strategies for sustainable high performance, with solo takes and expert interviews aimed at leaders, HR professionals, and managers seeking actionable frameworks to prevent burnout and improve culture. Noteworthy is the emphasis on systemic fixes over individual fixes, accessible science-backed insights, and a practical toolkit spanning emotional intelligence, nervous system regulation, autonomy, and psychosocial safety.

A standout aspect is the host's no-fluff, results-oriented approach, plus ... more

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