Best IOSH Magazine Podcasts (2026)

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Voices of Leadership: in conversation with IOSH chair Ruth Boumphrey 45:42

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We sit down with Ruth Boumphrey, IOSH's chair of the board of trustees (IOSH), to explore her vision for the future of workplace health and safety. With a distinguished career spanning science, engineering and leadership – including her role as chief executive of Lloyd’s Register Foundation – Ruth brings a unique, evidence-based perspective to shap…

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Future Leaders: our journeys into OSH 31:27

2M ago31:27

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IOSH Future Leaders Julianne Shine and Tom Goddard tell us about their personal journeys into OSH: the challenges, surprises, and the opportunities for anyone thinking about working in this field.By IOSH

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Lessons from the World Expo in Japan 30:45

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Dr Chris Davis, IOSH's thought leadership manager, shares his insights from the World Expo on Safety, Health, and Wellbeing in Osaka – exploring global perspectives, the rapid rise of technology, the future of OSH metrics, and IOSH’s role on the world stage.By IOSH

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Ask Me Anything: Episode 5 - What it takes to be an IOSH president 13:59

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Join IOSH’s president Kelly Nicoll in her final episode of our Ask Me Anything series, as she shares candid reflections on leadership, legacy, and leveraging AI in health and safety. From pushing for fewer workplace fatalities to championing women in the profession, Kelly dives into the value of Chartered Fellowship, how she juggles high-level comm…

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Ask Me Anything: Episode 4 - OSH issues and trends 52:54

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The Building Safety Act, offshore environments, the use of AI in safety – IOSH president Kelly Nicoll answers your questions on OSH issues and trends.By IOSH

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Ask Me Anything: Episode 3 - IOSH and its operations 47:29

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In this episode, IOSH president Kelly Nicoll answers questions from members about the organisation's operations and governance, and addresses concerns about negative and disruptive behaviour on social media platforms.By IOSH

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Ask Me Anything: Episode 2 - Learning and CPD 29:38

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From AI’s impact on training to maintaining professional growth, don’t miss the second episode of our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series where Kelly Nicoll tackles YOUR questions on learning and CPD.By IOSH

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Ask Me Anything: new series with IOSH president Kelly Nicoll 1:05:56

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In the first episode of our new series, 'Ask Me Anything', IOSH president Kelly Nicoll tackles YOUR questions on membership and qualifications. From recognising the value of real-world experience to recognition of certain qualifications, this episode is packed with honest answers, membership insight, and forward-looking views.…

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The importance of respect and curiosity in leadership 24:58

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Kellie Williams hosts this episode discussing the professional development of future OSH leaders, featuring Ross Douglas and Nick Spencer. Ross, initially in construction, joined IOSH for professional growth, while Nick transitioned from research chemistry. Both emphasise the importance of continuous learning and adapting to new industries, as well…

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The skills behind safety: competence in a changing world 37:34

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In this thought-provoking discussion, IOSH's Dr Chris Davis explores the rapidly evolving skills landscape of the OSH profession: generational skills gaps, the growing importance of a well-rounded skill set combining technical expertise with personal and soft skills and the transformative role of technology to meet the complex demands of modern wor…

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Stories and strategies for OSH careers 40:58

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Kellie Williams hosts IOSH future leaders Danielle Thorburn and Jessica Edwards. Danielle, with a background in veterinary science, transitioned into bio safety management at the Crick Institute, where she stayed for nine years. Jessica, initially in health and safety by chance, emphasises the importance of soft skills such as listening and empathy…

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What is employee engagement? (and how to boost it) 39:27

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In the second episode of this new series on thought leadership, IOSH's Dr Chris Davis discusses the concept of worker engagement, its relationship with burnout, and the importance of fostering a positive work environment. He explores the theoretical background of engagement, its organisational benefits, and the challenges of measuring it, especiall…

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IOSH president Kelly Nicoll Part 2: A vibrant career in OSH 25:45

11M ago25:45

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In the final part of our interview, new IOSH president Kelly Nicoll explains why she's passionate about telling the story of the true value of OSH and why the profession makes for an excellent career choice.By IOSH

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IOSH president Kelly Nicoll Part 1: influences and priorities for the year ahead 23:27

12M ago23:27

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In part 1 of our interview, new IOSH president Kelly Nicoll sits down with us to discuss why her presidential year will be deeply influenced by her personal experiences, which have shaped her priorities for the OSH profession.By IOSH

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The World of Wellbeing: advice for OSH practitioners 35:54

1y ago35:54

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In this episode, Dr Chris Davis discusses the multifaceted concept of workplace wellbeing, emphasising its importance in creating a supportive work environment. He explores the definition of wellbeing, the significance of psychosocial risks, insights from the OECD forum, challenges in measuring wellbeing, and the ethical considerations surrounding …

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Future Leaders: Can anyone enter OSH? 13:16

1y ago13:16

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In this episode of the IOSH Podcast, two members of the IOSH Future Leaders Steering Group, Debbie Linzell and Abhijith Jose, discuss their career transitions into occupational health and safety. Debbie, originally a dancer, shifted to OSH after an injury and now holds a NEBOSH certificate and is pursuing a Level 7 apprenticeship. Abhijith, a mecha…

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Trailblazer Talks: OSH's role in social sustainability 34:04

1+ y ago34:04

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What does it mean to be socially sustainable in the the world of OSH? What role do OSH professionals play when creating a work culture where social sustainability is at its core? Hear from Kelly Nicoll, IOSH President-Elect, and Richard Bate, IOSH Vice President on their experiences around social sustainability.…

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Trailblazer Talks: the growth in climate-related risk 20:50

1+ y ago20:50

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Undoubtedly, adapting to climate change is becoming an increasingly critical factor within the realm of occupational safety and health (OSH). Inevitably, as our environment undergoes changes, it will have consequences for the safety and health of workers, which will result in new hazards or increased risks. Ruth Wilkinson, head of policy and public…

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Trailblazer Talks: 50 years of the Health and Safety at Work Act – the good, the bad and the ugly 29:32

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Former chief inspector Kevin Myers and staunch campaigner Janet Newsham debate the usefulness of the Health and Safety at Work Act as it reaches its 50th anniversary. Reflecting on the impact this legislation has had, we question its relevance and impact on today’s constantly evolving work environment.…

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Future Leaders: the benefits of mentoring 31:03

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In this episode, IOSH’s Future Leaders Alanah Campbell and Carly Hughes share their experience of mentoring, discussing the benefits and the pitfalls to look out for.By IOSH

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Trailblazer Talks: unlocking the potential of workers with ADHD 33:26

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Professor James Brown, co-founder of ADHDAdultUK, stops by the IOSH Podcast booth at the Health and Safety Event in Birmingham to explain how employers can unlock the potential of workers with ADHD.By IOSH

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Trailblazer Talks: AI for worker management 31:30

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Algorithmic management is a technology that can be utilised to manage workers, but what effect does this have on work culture, especially where employees may see it as a threat to their psychological safety and autonomy? Special guests Andrew Mawson (EVCargo) and Tess Buckley (TechUK) explore the risks and opportunities of AI for worker management …

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Trailblazer Talks: professional ethics 50:45

1+ y ago50:45

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This interview explores the distinction between simple ethics and applied and professional ethics and how this can empower the profession to fulfil our ethical responsibilities. Featuring Leeds University's Jim Baxter and Simon Cassin from Ouch Learning and Development.By IOSH

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Trailblazer Talks: the future world of work 28:35

1+ y ago28:35

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Special guests James Pomeroy and Bridget Leathley join us to discuss the challenges and opportunities the future world of work holds, and what this could mean for the OSH profession and the workforces it looks after.By IOSH

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Trailblazer Talks: tech trends in OSH 28:54

1+ y ago28:54

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Renowned technology expert Cameron Stevens visits the IOSH Podcast booth to tell us about the latest trends took look out for.By IOSH

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Trailblazer Talks: the shifting workforce paradigm 28:40

1+ y ago28:40

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In this new series, recorded live at the 2024 Health & Safety Event in Birmingham, we speak to HSE specialist and IOSH future leader Fiona Fullerton and Phillip Muston, head of careers at recruitment firm Shirley Parsons, about maintaining workforce behaviours in a shifting workforce paradigm.By IOSH

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CEO Series | Katy Dowding, Skanska 37:45

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CEO series hosted by Stuart Hughes with special guest Katy Dowding, Skanska Skanska CEO Katy Dowding talks to IOSH president Stuart Hughes about her long and varied career in the construction industry, and how important health and safety legislation is to her and her organisation.By IOSH

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CEO Series | Will Metcalfe, CBRE 40:52

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CEO series hosted by Stuart Hughes with special guest Will Metcalfe, CBRE IOSH president Stuart Hughes sits down with CBRE GWS UK’s vice president, Will Metcalfe, to discuss how the commercial real estate services and investment firm views the health and safety of its people.By IOSH

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CEO Series | Léann Hearne, Livv Housing Group 39:09

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CEO series hosted by Stuart Hughes with special guest Léann Hearne, LIVV Housing Group Livv Housing group CEO Léann Hearne talks to IOSH president Stuart Hughes about turning the business around to keep both staff and customers happier and healthier.By IOSH

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CEO Series | Carl Ennis, CEO, Siemens 48:07

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CEO series hosted by Stuart Hughes with special guest Carl Ennis, Siemens Siemens' chief executive, Carl Ennis, gives us an insight into how the technology giant looks after the health and safety of its 320,000 employees globally.By IOSH

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CEO series | Gareth Rogers, Farnborough International 48:38

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CEO series hosted by Stuart Hughes with special guest Gareth Rogers, Farnborough International Farnborough International’s CEO Gareth Rogers shares his views on health and safety, in conversation with IOSH President Stuart Hughes.By IOSH

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CEO Series | Alex Vaughan, Costain 43:49

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CEO series hosted by Stuart Hughes with special guest Alex Vaughan, Costain Costain’s CEO Alex Vaughan gives his take on safety and wellbeing at the construction giant.By IOSH

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Salary survey 2024: the results 47:57

1+ y ago47:57

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Neil Carberry, CEO of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, discusses the latest OSH pay figures and gives us an insight into the health and safety jobs market.By IOSH

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World Congress: Rita Zhang on building safer futures 27:57

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Construction remains one of the industries with the highest risks for worker health and safety. In discussion with Rita Zhang, Associate Professor at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, we unpack the broad issues in the industry, safeguarding for young and future construction workers, and approaches to international benchmarking. Trigger w…

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World Congress: Emily McGuill on returning to work with a psychological injury 18:41

2y ago18:41

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iCare's Emily McGuill provides an understanding of the basic challenges faced by all parties when an individual is returning to work after injury, the nuances for individuals dealing with psychological injury, and the practical steps that need to be made to get the best for all involved.By IOSH

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World Congress: Yogindra Samant on the future state of occupational health, now 36:35

2y ago36:35

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Occupational health is a matter as much controlled by businesses themselves as it is by the geopolitical, social, economic, and cultural influences around them. In discussion with Dr Yogindra Samant, chief medical officer at the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority, we look at how the world of work is changing through the lens of working groups li…

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World Congress: Martyn Hill on safety in the Australian outback 24:50

2y ago24:50

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Martyn Hill, Founder of Outback Safety, unpacks the challenges of policy for high-risk work that fits outside the norm, digs into some stories that show off his unique Australian workplace experience, and explains how his learnings can be applied in a global setting.By IOSH

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World Congress: Chia-Chia Chang on evidence-based wellbeing 35:54

2y ago35:54

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Chia-Chia sat down with podcast host Kellie Williams to discuss how to define wellbeing from an evidence-based approach and where are we are seeing movement to create effective behaviour change.By IOSH

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World Congress: Marcelo Abi-Ramia Caetano on making social security available to all 30:28

2y ago30:28

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The state of Social Security globally is troubled; only 50% of the global population has access to some form of social security. ISSA is dedicated to improving this statistic with a goal to make social security for all a reality. In discussion with Marcelo Abi-Ramia Caetano, Secretary General, International Social Security Association, we dig into …

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World Congress: Thuthula Balfour on women, mining and leadership 27:00

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Thuthula Balfour, head of health at the Minerals Council South Africa, provides some nuggets on how South Africa’s mining industry has achieved a dramatic drop in occupational diseases – and what more can be done.By IOSH

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Future Leaders: Navigating difficult situations 51:19

2y ago51:19

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IOSH Future Leaders Nishma Mistry, Charles Fidler and Tor Bennett-WilliamsBy IOSH

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World Congress: Siong Hin Ho on OSH reform in Singapore 33:13

2y ago33:13

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During this conversation with the Ministry of Manpower's Siong Hin Ho, we dig into the ways in which Singapore has changed its approaches to worker health and safety, and tease out how it can be applied in other contexts.By IOSH

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World Congress: Ockert Dupper on Vision Zero 37:51

2y ago37:51

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In conversation with Ockert Dupper, global programme manager of the International Labour Organisation's (ILO) Vision Zero Fund, we unpack the challenges of global supply chains, explore how the ILO aims to improve the lives of many workers, and dig into stories that best depict the need for OSH measures at every step of the way.…

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Interview with IOSH president Stuart Hughes Part 2 24:17

2y ago24:17

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In part 2 of our interview, IOSH president Stuart Hughes discusses the biggest challenges OSH faces, the regulations he thinks should be amended, and his new series interviewing CEOs on safety culture in large organisations.By IOSH

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Interview with IOSH president Stuart Hughes Part 1 26:43

2y ago26:43

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New IOSH president Stuart Hughes tells us how he landed a job at Mercedes AMG, what his plans are for his presidency, and how he'll be marking the 50th anniversary of the Health and Safety at Work Act.By IOSH

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Sir Cary Cooper: Workplace wellbeing for today and tomorrow 39:09

2y ago39:09

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We speak to Sir Cary Cooper about how OSH professionals can positively influence wellbeing in the post-pandemic workplace.By IOSH

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World Congress: Dr Andreas Flouris on climate change – a working issue 24:58

2y ago24:58

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In this special series, recorded live from the 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work 2023 in Sydney, Australia, we interview experts from around the globe to cover some of the biggest challenges and trends in occupational health and safety. In our next exclusive episode, hear from guest Dr Andreas Flouris from the University of Thessaly …

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World Congress: Samantha Connell on the globalisation of occupational hygiene 16:56

2y ago16:56

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In this special series, recorded live from the 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work 2023 in Sydney, Australia, we interview experts from around the globe to cover some of the biggest challenges and trends in occupational health and safety. In this episode, Kellie Williams sits down with Samantha Connell, President-Elect of the Internati…

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World Congress: Dr Susan Peters on the importance of thriving workers 27:49

2y ago27:49

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In this special series, recorded live from the 23rd World Congress on Safety & Health at Work 2023 in Sydney, Australia, we interview experts from around the globe to cover some of the biggest challenges and trends in occupational health and safety. In this episode, Kellie Williams speaks to guest Dr Susan Peters, a research scientist from Harvard'…

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Future Leaders on leading safely with intent 21:19

2y ago21:19

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In this episode, we speak to two IOSH Future Leaders about leading safely with intent – what it is, why it's important, and how it can benefit you and your organisation.By IOSH magazine