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Responsible Leaders - Healthy Cultures

Tobias Sturesson, Heart Management
Leadership
Organizational Culture
Cultural Health
Ethics
Culture
Integrity
Oatly
Trust
Organizational Change
Human Resources
Compliance
Employee Engagement
Get Humble
Organizational Growth
Ethical Culture
Psychological Safety
Hypergrowth
Brave Leadership
One-On-One Meetings
Pharmaceutical Industry

Formerly Leading Transformational Change. Dysfunctional culture doesn't just hurt performance. In high-stakes industries, it destroys trust and derails mission. Sometimes it destroys lives. This podcast exists to equip you - through deliberate practice - to lead with integrity when the pressure is greatest. Featuring raw and practical conversations with leaders and researchers. Make your commitmen... more

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Tobias Sturesson sits down with Mwana Lugogo – veteran Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer at global pharmaceutical company Takeda – to explore the hidden gap between knowing the right thing to do and actually being able to do it.

This first episode... more

Why do so many organizations struggle with cultural dysfunction despite having strong values statements and well-intentioned leaders? Tobias Sturesson and Andreas Almlöf reveal the launch of a movement designed to bridge the gap between leadership in... more

Caterina Bulgarella joins Tobias Sturesson and Andreas Almlöf to unpack the big lessons from 2025 and what’s ahead for companies navigating rapid change. Together, they dive into how organisations can cut through performative culture work, truly prio... more

Stephen Nguyen-Duc is Chief Compliance Officer at GE Healthcare and a veteran leader who has built ethics and compliance programs for global healthcare powerhouses like Eli Lilly, AbbVie, and Medday. Across more than two decades, Stephen has seen com... more

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Recent Guests

Mwana Lugogo
Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer (former Takeda)
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company
Episode: 112. You Only Know Your Values When You're Willing to Lose Something: With Global Pharma Executive Mwana Lugogo
Caterina Bulgarella
Social scientist and expert in culture transformation
Episode: 107. Caterina Bulgarella: Why Your Culture Data Isn't Telling You What You Need to Know and How to Fix It
Jen Gennai
Pioneer in responsible AI and founder of the Responsible Innovation Team at Google; an advisor on AI risk management and ethics
T3
Episode: 105. Jen Gennai: The Quest for Responsible AI
Alicia DeFreitas
Global Head of People and Culture at BDO Global
BDO Global
Episode: 104. Alicia DeFreitas: Cultivating Diversity and Psychological Safety in a Global Organization
Bob Langert
Former VP of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability at McDonald's
McDonald's
Episode: 103. Take Ownership and Action: Bob Langert and Jay Barney on Embracing Criticism and Taking Radical Action
Bruno Roche
Former chief economist at Mars Corporation, co-founder of Economics and Mutuality, and founder of ONEsociety, dedicated to systemic change in the impact economy.
Mars Corporation, ONEsociety
Episode: 102. Bruno Roche: Responsible Business in a Time of Disruption
Lenny Wong
Retired research professor at the US Army War College
Episode: 101. Embrace Vulnerability: Insights from Ann Tenbrunsel and Lenny Wong on Avoiding Blind Spots and Navigating Human Fallibility
Ann Tenbrunsel
Renowned ethics professor
Episode: 101. Embrace Vulnerability: Insights from Ann Tenbrunsel and Lenny Wong on Avoiding Blind Spots and Navigating Human Fallibility
Klaus Moosmeyer
Executive Vice President at Novartis
Novartis
Episode: 099. Get Humble: Harnessing the Power to Build Trust, Uphold Integrity, and Prevent Crises

Host

Tobias Sturesson
Host of Leading Transformational Change Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Great culture podcast

    This is a well organised podcast for anyone with an interest in the much misunderstood culture animal. It features great guests with interesting and articulate answers to the tough questions on how to successfully intersect culture. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Change Cat
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Valuable insights for change management

    Valuable podcast with practical advice for change management. Insightful human and warm in tone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elke Kora
    Australia2 years ago
  • Empowering Insights on Compassionate Candor with Kim Scott

    The 'Leading Transformational Change' episode with Kim Scott was a deep dive into building a culture of trust and transparency. Discussing 'radical candor' and its practical application, Kim offered invaluable advice for fostering ethical decision-making and effective feedback within organizations. Her experience as a leader and coach at top tech companies added a layer of depth to the conversation, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in inclusive and honest leadership practices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria2 years ago
  • Fabulous podcast!

    Tobias' podcast is incredible - his interviews with leaders who truly understand ethics and how to incorporate them into our workplaces is what everyone needs to hear. It is possible! Listen to Tobias' podcast and get ready to learn some fantastic stories (both cautionary and worthy to look at in depth to replicate) to help make our workplaces so much better. Thanks for bringing this to the world, Tobias!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TanyaHewitt
    Canada4 years ago
  • Great insights from extremely qualified speakers

    Get pen and paper, these talks are full of valuable insights from extremely qualified speakers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    monica munoz mora
    Belgium5 years ago

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Listeners praise the thoughtful, practical discussions on culture and ethics with strong guest lineups.
The show provides practical change-management insights with a warm, engaging tone.

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112. You Only Know Your Values When You're Willing to Lose Something: With Global Pharma Executive Mwana Lugogo
Q: How do leaders balance long-term integrity with short-term commercial pressures in pharma?
Anchor decisions in enduring principles, embrace a multi-stakeholder view, and acknowledge the trade-offs, ensuring that the pursuit of profit does not undermine trust and patient welfare; communicate transparently about difficult choices.
112. You Only Know Your Values When You're Willing to Lose Something: With Global Pharma Executive Mwana Lugogo
Q: What role does environment play in ethical decision-making beyond individual training?
Environment matters as much as training; you need systems that support ethical choices, role models, and an ecosystem where courage is encouraged and not overly burdensome on individuals.
112. You Only Know Your Values When You're Willing to Lose Something: With Global Pharma Executive Mwana Lugogo
Q: How do you ensure organizations don't fall prey to blind spots or the health illusion?
cultivate humility, invite diverse perspectives, and implement processes that require asking the right questions and listening to those who know little about the topic to reveal different viewpoints; embed dialogue and a robust decision-making process.
109. Focus on Cultural Health, not Compliance Culture
Q: What responsibility do you think that organizations have in shaping that context?
Stephen emphasizes that organizations must transpose ethical values into real actions and daily behaviors, making compliance a habit rather than a theoretical concept.
109. Focus on Cultural Health, not Compliance Culture
Q: Could you share a defining moment early in your career that shaped how you think about the role of ethics and compliance in shaping organizational culture?
Stephen reflects on his years in the pharmaceutical industry, noting the evolution of the compliance landscape has led him to understand the importance of integrating ethics at the core of organizational culture.

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A thoughtful show focused on culture, ethics, and transformational leadership in organizations. Across episodes, listeners hear from researchers, practitioners, and leaders about building healthy cultures, handling ethical dilemmas, and integrating values with strategy. Notable strengths include deep dives into culture data, practical leadership guidance, and candid discussions about trust, integrity, and responsible AI. The format often centers on real-world challenges, actionable takeaways, and balanced perspectives from seasoned guests and researchers, making it valuable for HR, ethics professionals, and senior leaders evaluating cultural health in their organizations.

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2. Caterina Bulgarella
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7. Lenny Wong
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