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The Next GenCast

Nish Manek
NHS
The Purpose Pursuit
Seasons
Jason Leitch
Covid-19
Homelessness
London
Risk-Critical Decision-Making
Newport, United Kingdom
Fire Service
Psychological Safety
NHS Scotland
Imposter Syndrome
Linkedin
Strengthsfinder
Public Service Leadership
NHS England
Artificial Intelligence
Data and Digital Transformation In Healthcare
Leadership In Healthcare

The NextGen Cast is a podcast from Next Generation GP, a free national leadership programme for GPs at the start of their careers. In this podcast, we go backstage with some of our favourite speakers..and get to know the real people behind the titles.

You'll hear candid interviews with some amazing leaders from the NHS and beyond, as they share their stories of leading through challenges, the le... more

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Latest Episodes

It was an absolute pleasure to record this conversation live at NHS Confed Expo 2026 with one of the NHS's most respected leaders.

In this special live episode of Next GenCast, I sat down with Dame Caroline Clarke, Regional Director for NHS England ... more

What really happens behind the scenes when NHS policy is made?

In this episode, Nish speaks with Dr Amanda Doyle OBE, National Director for Primary Care and Community Services for NHSE, to unpack how national decisions are actually negotiated, chall... more

In this rare and candid conversation, Dr Nish Manek speaks with Jim Mackey, CEO of NHS England, about leadership at the very top of the NHS.

Jim reflects on his journey from a working-class upbringing to leading one of the largest healthcare systems... more

From sleeping rough at 15 to becoming one of the UK’s youngest female Chief Fire Officers, Sabrina Cohen-Hatton’s story is extraordinary- but this episode goes far beyond inspiration.

This is a masterclass in high-stakes leadership, cognitive bias, ... more

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Recent Guests

Dame Caroline Clarke
Regional Director for NHS England in London
NHS England, London
Episode: Episode 55: Backstage with Dame Caroline Clarke
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton
Chief Fire Officer, psychologist, risk-critical decision-making researcher
London Fire Brigade / Cardiff University (research group)
Episode: Episode 52: Backstage with Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Chief Fire Officer
Paul Corrigan
Strategic adviser with extensive NHS reform experience
Department of Health and Social Care (advisor roles)
Episode: Episode 51: Backstage with Paul Corrigan, strategic adviser at the Department of Health and Social Care.
Hannah Miller
Author and coach behind The Purpose Pursuit
The Purpose Pursuit (book and coaching program)
Episode: Episode 50: Backstage with Hannah Miller (author and coach)
Jonathan Van-Tam
Deputy Chief Medical Officer during the pandemic
Public health leadership, NHS
Episode: Episode 49: Backstage with Prof Sir Jonathan Van-Tam
Don Berwick
Pediatrician, former CMS Administrator, founder of IHI
Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)
Episode: RE-RELEASE- Episode with Don Berwick
Jason Leitch
Former National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government
Scottish Government
Episode: Episode 48: Backstage with Prof Jason Leitch, former National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government

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Nish Manek
Host of The Next Gen Cast / Next Generation GP leadership programme, engaged in guiding early-career GPs and leaders.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • These keep me motivated

    Love these so much Nish. You are an amazing presenter and bring out amazing revelations in people and they are fascinating. Especially loved the Timpsons boss, Rachel Steen of course and dido Harding. Please can you interview Michael west? Found his next gen sesh invaluable and would be useful to be able to share his insights with colleagues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lydiamariaf
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Absolutely love these podcasts

    Nish is a natural interviewer who manages to make a podcast with really big players in the health field, sound like you’re dropping in on a wonderfully inspiring chat in a cosy cafe. Would highly recommend! I never listen without learning something useful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Devkay2020
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • These keep me motivated

    Love these so much Nish. You are an amazing presenter and bring out amazing revelations in people and they are fascinating. Especially loved the Timpsons boss, Rachel Steen of course and dido Harding.

    Please can you interview Michael west? Found his next gen sesh invaluable and would be useful to be able to share his insights with colleagues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lydiamariaf
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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High-quality guests and practical leadership takeaways for healthcare professionals
Feels like a candid, intimate chat rather than a formal interview
Genuine, insightful conversations with big-name health leaders

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Episode 50: Backstage with Hannah Miller (author and coach)
Q: Could you briefly explain the four seasons framework and how recognizing the season we're in helps with compassion and strategy?
Spring is growth and new beginnings, summer is expansion and confidence, autumn is harvest and reflection signaling transition, and winter is letting go; recognizing these allows people to tailor actions with self-kindness and plan for the next season.
Episode 52: Backstage with Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Chief Fire Officer
Q: What turned the tide from being on the streets to becoming a firefighter and later a leader?
She describes one step at a time, maintaining focus on immediate actions, leveraging the support of inspirational figures, and pursuing opportunities in the fire service while keeping the bigger goal of helping others in view.
Episode 53: Backstage with Jim Mackey, CEO of the NHS
Q: How do you handle imposter feelings in such high-profile roles?
Imposter feelings persist, especially in the realm of public service; you need a personal system of checks and support—from mentors, colleagues, and a trusted leadership team—to keep you grounded and remind you of your purpose.
Episode 53: Backstage with Jim Mackey, CEO of the NHS
Q: What was the moment you first realized you might be able to lead at the top level, given your background?
My sense of duty and late recognition that leadership comes from merit and perseverance rather than pedigree. Psychometric feedback echoed a public servant who cares about the NHS, and that sense of responsibility convinced me to step up when needed, even though it was uncomfortable.
RE-RELEASE- Episode with Don Berwick
Q: What single piece of advice would you give a young Don Berwick starting out?
Find a mentor, get out of your comfort zone, and don't trust a rigid plan—be open to accidents and new opportunities that lead to unexpected rooms of opportunity.

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What is The Next GenCast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful leadership-focused show featuring candid conversations with senior NHS and public service leaders. Episodes center on real-world challenges in health systems, public leadership, and policy, with practical takeaways on resilience, organizational change, and purpose-driven leadership. Notable strengths include in-depth personal journeys, frank discussions of imposter syndrome, media scrutiny, and the balance between public duty and private life, often anchored in healthcare delivery and system reform. The format consistently blends storytelling with actionable leadership lessons, making it valuable for current and aspiring health and public-sector leaders, clinicians moving into management, and policy-minded executives seeking pr... more

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Recent guests on The Next GenCast include:

1. Dame Caroline Clarke
2. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton
3. Paul Corrigan
4. Hannah Miller
5. Jonathan Van-Tam
6. Don Berwick
7. Jason Leitch

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