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The Internal Comms Podcast

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Internal Communications
Employee Engagement
Internal Communication
Creativity
Storytelling
Communication Strategies
Leadership
Microsoft 365
Bupa
Digital Workplace
Inner Game
Communication Strategy
Digital Technology
Stakeholder Engagement
Viva Engage
Leadership Development
Brand Identity
Artificial Intelligence
Career Growth
Resilience

Call it a shift. Call it a revolution. Whatever name you give it, it’s clear internal communications is no longer the poor cousin in the media family tree. At a time when your organisation’s products and services can seemingly be replicated at the touch of a button, the one thing that is hardest to copy – your organisation’s collective wisdom – is fast becoming its most important asset. In one of ... more

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In this special episode of the Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay looks through 15 seasons of the podcast and pulls together some of her favourite conversations about the craft, the science and the power of storytelling in internal communica... more

This episode is for everyone. The Internal Comms Podcast is on the road, at the IABC 2026 conference in Toronto, where host Katie Macaulay sat down with comms consultants Lisa Riemers and Matisse Hamel-Nelis to discuss their new book, Accessible Comm... more

For decades, organisations have obsessed over employee engagement. But what if we've been measuring the wrong thing? What if engagement isn't the key to organisational performance after all? In this episode, Katie sits down with happiness researcher,... more

Where’s internal communication heading? Colin Archer has a pretty good idea. In this episode of the Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie talks to the Spirax Group’s head of communications about an initiative Katie describes as ‘one of the boldest, brav... more

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Recent Guests

Jeremy Connell-Waite
IBM's chief storyteller (interviewee in episode 113)
IBM
Episode: Best of: Why stories matter in internal communications
Sean Langston Jr.
Head of Internal Communications at Reddit
Reddit
Episode: Best of: Why stories matter in internal communications
Gabrielle Dolan
Global thought leader on authentic leadership and business storytelling
Author/Consultant
Episode: Best of: Why stories matter in internal communications
Jo Hudson
Group Director of Internal Communication at Bupa
Bupa
Episode: Best of: Why stories matter in internal communications
Agatha Juma
Co-founder of Kenya Engage, Africa's premier storytelling platform
Kenya Engage
Episode: Best of: Why stories matter in internal communications
Shane Hatton
Culture expert and storytelling advocate
Episode: Best of: Why stories matter in internal communications
Matisse Hamel-Nelis
Author of Accessible Communications
Episode: Communication that works for everyone – Lisa Riemers & Matisse Hamel-Nelis (#137)
Lisa Riemers
Co-author of Accessible Communications
Episode: Communication that works for everyone – Lisa Riemers & Matisse Hamel-Nelis (#137)
Nic Marks
Statistician, researcher, speaker, and author
Episode: Stop measuring engagement, start measuring happiness - with Nic Marks (#136)

Host

Katie Macaulay
Host of internal communications thought-leadership discussions, guiding conversations from concept through implementation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • So well done!

    A must listen for any communication professionals! You’ll be inspired, validated, and excited about your career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lauren 9900
    United Statesa year ago
  • Really insightful episodes

    So many brilliant guests sharing their experiences and advice. After each episode I’m inspired and excited to put their ways of working to the test. Really appreciate the variety of guests and the knowledge they bring! Fantastic podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Conor ;)
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this show

    As an internal communication practioner, you get useful, inspirational and applicable knowledge, advice and tips from Katie and her guests. Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Historieelskeren
    Denmark3 years ago
  • Great resource for IC pros

    The two episodes with Sue Dewhurst and Liam Fitzpatrick are fantastic! Chock full of tips, frameworks, case studies, and delightful British humor. (I’m in the US.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yrogerg77
    United States4 years ago
  • The Best Comms Podcast!

    Ah, thank goodness, it's back! Great to have Katie back with another series. There are several comms podcasts out there but this is hands down the best. Often find myself going back to listen to episodes 2 or even 3 times. Great source of inspiration for comms practitioners!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D A Norris
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners describe the show as the definitive resource for IC professionals, offering practical advice and credible frameworks.
Guests are consistently seasoned, credible experts delivering real-world insights that can be applied immediately.
The host brings warmth, clarity, and strong facilitation, making complex topics approachable for both newcomers and veterans.

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Stop measuring engagement, start measuring happiness - with Nic Marks (#136)
Q: How do you design surveys to truly capture happiness without overcomplicating them?
Use a single, clear outcome measure for happiness, complemented by qualitative prompts to explore why; avoid overly long scales and double-barreled questions; maintain an odd number scale (e.g., five) to include a middle point that reflects ambivalence without skewing data.
How Coca-Cola builds belonging with Shanna Wendt (#129)
Q: What do you wish every CEO understood about internal communication?
Internal communication is a discipline that should be integral to developing the strategy and consistently part of the journey.
Creativity and belonging with Lemn Sissay (#128)
Q: What has most contributed to your success?
Determination not to believe the negative signs around you and having a core of self-belief.
Creativity and belonging with Lemn Sissay (#128)
Q: What does belonging mean to you?
Belonging means being in a place where you can express your true self without fear of being told you shouldn't be there.
Cracking the frontline code – with Victoria Dew (#126)
Q: What does it look like when an organization has cracked the front line code in terms of communications?
It involves innovative roles within a cross-functional team that integrate communication seamlessly into business operations and strategy.

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A thoughtful exploration of internal communications, leadership influence, and workforce engagement across a range of high-stakes environments. Episodes frequently examine how culture, belonging, and transparent leadership shape employee trust, with practical frameworks for change management, frontline engagement, and ethical use of AI in communication. Notable strengths include a strong focus on people-first approaches, real-world case studies from global organizations, and practical tools for measuring impact. A recurring sponsor integration suggests a blend of strategic guidance with accessible, platform-agnostic solutions for employee communication at scale.

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