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Less Chatter, More Matter: The Communications Podcast

Mel Loy
Change Management
Internal Communications
Employee Engagement
Communication
Leadership
Communication Skills
Artificial Intelligence
Storytelling
Communication Strategies
Change Communication
Organizational Change
Audience Engagement
Effective Communication
Restructures
Stakeholder Engagement
Internal Communication
AI Adoption
Mergers and Acquisitions
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Communications expert, business owner, group fitness instructor...that's your podcast host, Mel Loy! In the Less Chatter, More Matter podcast, Mel shares tips on how to improve your communication skills, and interviews with the experts.In 2020, after almost 20 years in corporate communications, Mel (happily) took a redundancy from her full-time, executive corporate job and went out on her own, fou... more

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Theresa Miller
Director of TM Media; media trainer and presenter
TM Media
Episode: #173 The public speaking and media interview comms skills everyone needs (ft. Theresa Miller)
Bonnie Caver
Founder and CEO of Reputation Lighthouse; change management and reputation consultant
Reputation Lighthouse
Episode: #171 Reputation as a business asset (ft. Bonnie Caver)
Dr. Samantha Rush
Cognitive decision-making specialist
Independent / Samantha Rush
Episode: #169 How psychological safety plays a role in comms (especially change comms) (ft. Dr. Samantha Rush)
Janine Ellison
Change management leader, co-founder of Rethink Change
Rethink Change
Episode: #165 Current and future trends in change and change comms (ft. Janine Ellison)
Rachel Miller
Internationally recognized authority on internal communication; founder of All Things IC
All Things IC
Episode: #164 The evolution of internal communication (ft. Rachel Miller)
Sally Prosser
Voice and public speaking coach, TEDx speaker, author
Voice Prosser / That Voice Podcast
Episode: #163 How to find your public speaking confidence (ft. Sally Prosser)
Dan Sodergren
Futurist, author, and media commentator on AI and the future of work
YourFlock (co-founder)
Episode: #158 AI is here, and this is what internal comms needs to know (and do) (ft. Dan Sodergren)
Prina Shah
Leadership coach, trainer, speaker, author
Ways to Change the Workplace
Episode: #156 Leader Communications - Part 1: Adapting your comms style (ft. Prina Shah)
David Pullen
Expert storyteller and former actor, co-author of books on engagement and email communication.
Episode: #150 Your 2025 episode wrap up

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Mel Loy
Host of Less Chatter, More Matter: The Communications Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Practical short updates

    Each episode has practical tips and advice that you can apply in your everyday role.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DJH-UK
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Less Chatter More matter

    Clear, practical and actionable communications advice for any Comms professional level. Love your work, Mel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Cammcomm
    Australia2 years ago
  • A must-listen to enhance communication prowess

    As a mom who is transitioning back to the workplace and comms industry, Mel's podcast delivers practical insights, which are easy listening. She navigates various topics with clarity and depth, making each episode both informative and engaging. This podcast provides valuable advice for anyone looking to improve their communication skills and is a must-listen for those seeking to enhance their communication prowess.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kim Cloe
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Must listen!

    Mel is fun, engaging, and super knowledgeable. She’s generous with her experience and provides great nuggets of info in bite size episodes. Keep it coming, Mel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJC1611
    Australia3 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    Binge listening to episodes right now! Brilliant for business owners like myself as we expand our team and comms become more complex.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ck.lego
    Australia3 years ago

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Clear, practical and actionable communications advice for any comms professional level
Great mix of expert guests and host delivers with warmth and clarity
Practical, concise episodes with actionable tips for everyday work
Listeners praise bite‑size insights and practical takeaways for leadership and teams

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#173 The public speaking and media interview comms skills everyone needs (ft. Theresa Miller)
Q: What is an unexpected or left-of-field way you learned a valuable lesson about communication?
Always be prepared. Theresa recounted a live radio moment where she froze because she hadn't prepared a response, underscoring the importance of having poster notes with statistics and anecdotes to rely on when the moment arrives.
#169 How psychological safety plays a role in comms (especially change comms) (ft. Dr. Samantha Rush)
Q: What communication techniques could we be using to increase the chances of leadership making a decision among options?
Focus on the emotional frame—understand the audience deeply, build trust, and tailor framing to move them toward the desired action, using content and visible signals like posture and voice as trust markers.
#171 Reputation as a business asset (ft. Bonnie Caver)
Q: If you could wave your magic wand and change one thing about communication at work, what would it be?
She advocates for more emphasis on business acumen within the communication field, urging professionals to understand business goals and disruption as partners to leaders, not just as message executors.
#171 Reputation as a business asset (ft. Bonnie Caver)
Q: What is a book or podcast you love and would recommend to our listeners?
She recommends Matt Domo's Everybody Wins, The Business Leader's Mission Possible Guide to AI Success as essential reading for leaders; it offers practical insights that align with how communicators can influence leadership decisions in an AI-driven world.
#171 Reputation as a business asset (ft. Bonnie Caver)
Q: What is an unexpected or left-of-field way that you've learned a valuable lesson about communication?
Bonnie shares how parenting two boys taught her that you must know your audience and be present with them, adjusting communication to fit different groups, plus the importance of confronting tough questions directly rather than assuming understanding. This extended effort to tailor messages is a foundational lesson for effective, honest communication.

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A concise, practical look at communications, leadership, and change management through short, action‑oriented episodes. The show frequently covers public speaking, media training, internal and change communications, storytelling, governance, and how to navigate AI and uncertainty in business contexts. Guests tend to be seasoned practitioners and consultants who translate complex concepts into actionable frameworks for listeners looking to improve workplace communication, build trust, and drive better outcomes. A standout trait is Mel Loy's practical, no‑nonsense approach paired with concise tips and real‑world anecdotes, making the show valuable for communications professionals, leaders, and teams seeking pragmatic guidance.

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