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Workplace Relationships
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The WhyWork Podcast is an organisational strategy session and legal dissection of workplace events that are laced with humour. Your bloggers, Alan, Trajce, and Sara, explore the contemporary and uncomfortable realities of work and the boundaries that are tested. Alan and Trajce dismantle case law and Sara pushes all to consider how to redesign the world of work so that business objectives are real... more

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WARNING: This episode refers to sexual harassment and prejudicial treatment at work – we advise listener discretion.

Alan presents an extract from a complicated UK case—he is focussed on a particular passing comment rather than a binding ruling. In ... more

Season 10 Special-Release Bonus 6: Kidney Bean Reflection Series: The Conclusion

O–100 km/h in 3.5 Seconds. But Did You Die?

WARNING: This episode includes discussion about the confronting topic of live organ donation.

Trajce, CJ, and Sara use thi... more

Season 10 Special-Release Bonus 5: Kidney Bean Reflection Series

O–100 km/h in 3.5 Seconds. But Did You Die?

WARNING: This episode includes discussion about the confronting topic of live organ donation.

This episode discusses the gamification of k... more

Season 10 Special-Release Bonus 4: Kidney Bean Reflection Series

O–100 km/h in 3.5 Seconds. But Did You Die?

Kidney x 3. Friendship x Infinity. Perspective x 1000

WARNING: This episode includes discussion about the confronting topic of live organ ... more

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Recent Guests

Clinton John Harding
QRC Exceptional Indigenous Award Winner, Biennial Award Winner (2025)
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Episode: S10: Special-Release Bonus 2: How Far Would You Go For a Workmate?
CJ Harding
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Episode: S10: Bonus Trailer 03: How Far Would You Go For a Workmate?

Hosts

Sara Pazell
Co-host and host focusing on human factors in work design and real-world workplace discussions.
Alan Girl
Co-host exploring workplace events, legal issues, and organizational design.
Trajce Svetkovsky
Co-host focusing on legal dissections of workplace events and governance.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Kidney Donation Story

    Amazing act of kindness but also interesting to hear Sara’s story about the support or lack thereof in Aussie systems. How does one measure this gift of life? Great listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom Durnin
    Australia4 months ago
  • Compulsory listening

    They take serious subjects, often critical in a work context, and deliver searing insight

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BGB Sydney
    Australia4 months ago
  • Must Listen

    This is hilarious. The crew make light of serious work events in just the right way. This makes learning palatable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Villy1212
    Australia2 years ago
  • Review

    So fun to listen to!! OMG, LMAO, office politics and work trauma laughs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chanel0222
    Australia2 years ago
  • Very interesting and informing

    A great podcast… full of useful strategies and wisdom. Highly recommended to anyone in the field of “working”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Original Needy1
    Australia2 years ago

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Excellent blend of case law and practical work design advice.
The hosts balance serious topics with humor, making tough topics more approachable.
High-quality insights into workplace culture and policy design.
Engaging trio with real-world stories that stay memorable.
Smart, insightful analysis of workplace issues; actionable for listeners.

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S07 Bonus 04: Mock Podcast: "Diamonds were her best friend... until carats became complaints" - Part 2
Q: What does she do, guys, girls?
Lucy feels pressured to remain polite to Charlie due to his position as her boss, even if she's uncomfortable.
S07 Bonus 05: Mock Podcast: "Diamonds were her best friend... until carats became complaints - Part 3
Q: Do you have to declare gifts and benefits?
It's common practice to reward staff with products from our jewelry collection as a form of recognition.
S07 Bonus 05: Mock Podcast: "Diamonds were her best friend... until carats became complaints - Part 3
Q: Do you have a procedure on bullying and harassment?
We don't explicitly have a policy on harassment, but we feel strongly that we maintain a respectful workplace.
S09: Bonus Encore S01 E01 on Replay - Bubbles of Trouble
Q: What was the end result in the hairdresser case?
The claimant was successful in her case, leading to workers' compensation coverage for her injury.
S09: Bonus Encore S01 E01 on Replay - Bubbles of Trouble
Q: How is that related to hair and beauty?
The event was a Christmas party for a hair and beauty business, which was framed as a work event, establishing a connection to the employer's responsibilities.

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The show combines sharp workplace storytelling with rigorous legal and design analysis, delivered through humor and candor. Across recent episodes, topics span workplace safety, employment law, ethical dilemmas, and the real-world design of work—often anchored by case studies, listener questions, and personal experiences. A standout throughline is how organizational design and policy intersect with human factors, culture, and everyday work life, with a notably practical angle on governance, risk, and employee experience. The tone is playful yet probing, making complex topics accessible for managers, HR professionals, and policy-minded listeners who want actionable takeaways for safer, fairer, and more effective workplaces.

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