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What does it take to truly collaborate? How can leaders create environments where diverse perspectives are valued, trust is nurtured, and meaningful conversations drive innovation? Finding Your Collaborative Edge™ is a podcast for leaders, teams, and professionals who want to unlock the full potential of collaboration in their organisations and lives. Hosted by Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd, co-founders of Collaboration Equation™, this show explores the essential elements of psychological safety, inclusive dialogue, and diversity of thought and feeling—helping you cultivate a mindset of curiosity, care, and courage. Each episode delves into real-world leadership challenges, expert insights, and powerful stories from those who are finding their collaborative edge. Whether you’re a senior leader, team manager, or someone passionate about creating human-centred workplaces, this podcast will inspire you to build connections, embrace difference, and lead with authenticity. Join the conversation and start your journey towards more impactful, collaborative leadership. 🔗 Find out more at: www.collaborationequation.com 🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn: Collaboration Equation

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Episode thumbnail for Whose Book is it Anyway? A conversation with Karen Dobres, author of Pitch Invasion, and Trevor Davies, Commissioning Editor and Publisher

March 4, 2026

Whose Book is it Anyway? A conversation with Karen Dobres, author of Pitch Invasion, and Trevor Davies, Commissioning Editor and Publisher

<p>What does it take to truly collaborate?</p><p>How can leaders create environments where diverse perspectives are valued, trust is nurtured, and meaningful conversations drive innovation?</p><p>Finding Your Collaborative Edge™ is a podcast for leaders, teams, and professionals who want to grow their capacity for genuine, human-centred collaboration in their organisations and lives.</p><p>Hosted by Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd, co-founders of Collaboration Equation™, this show explores the essential elements of psychological safety, inclusive dialogue, and diversity of thought and feeling, helping you cultivate a mindset of curiosity, care, and courage.</p><p>Each episode delves into real-world leadership challenges, expert insights, and powerful stories from those who are finding their Collaborative Edge™. Whether you’re a senior leader, team manager, or someone passionate about creating human-centred workplaces, this podcast will inspire you to build connections, embrace difference, and lead with authenticity.</p><p>Join the conversation and start your journey towards more impactful, collaborative leadership.</p><p>Find out more at: <u><a href="http://www.collaborationequation.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.collaborationequation.com</a></u></p><p>Follow us on LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/collaborationequation/?viewAsMember=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Collaboration Equation</a></u></p><h1>ABOUT THIS EPISODE:</h1><h2>From the Pitch to the Page</h2><p>Karen Dobres didn't set out to write a book. She set out to change a football club. Pitch Invasion is the story of how she became a board director at Lewes Football Club, and what she discovered about leadership, belonging and collective ambition along the way.</p><p>In this episode, Karen joins us alongside Trevor Davies, the Commissioning Editor and Publisher, who helped shape her story into the book it became. Together, we explore the partnership and collaboration behind the writing itself: the conversations, the trust, the decisions about what to include and what to leave out.</p><p>What does it take to truly collaborate - not just in a boardroom or on a pitch, but in the creative process of making something together? And what can the story of one woman, one football club, and one book teach us about the conditions that allow diverse perspectives to be heard, valued and turned into something lasting?</p><h2>Together they explore:</h2><p><strong>The art of the pitch</strong> Karen and Trevor each had to pitch to the other before this book existed. That mutual act of persuasion - making the case, being heard, being believed - became the foundation of their trust and shared ownership of the project. It's a quietly powerful echo of the title Pitch Invasion itself: collaboration, it turns out, starts with someone being brave enough to make the ask.</p><p><strong>Balancing authentic storytelling with commercial value</strong> How do you honour a deeply personal story and shape it for the widest possible audience? Karen and Trevor explore the creative tension at the heart of their partnership, and how a shared sense of purpose helped them navigate it - together.</p><p><strong>Mission as fuel</strong> Having a clear why - giving voice to underrepresented women in football, championing gender equality - provided energy, focus, commitment and courage when the work got hard. Purpose isn't just motivating. It's directional.</p><p><strong>Outsider value and gentle activism</strong> Karen didn't come from the football world. That outsider perspective became one of her greatest assets at Lewes FC - asking the questions others had stopped asking, disrupting accepted norms with care and persistence. Positive disruption, done with respect, is how cultures change.</p><p><strong>Football as community - and what gets lost</strong> Football creates genuine communities of belonging. This episode explores what happens when that gets forgotten, and what it looks like when a club chooses unity over division - and means it.</p><p><strong>The power of real listening</strong> Not just listening to each other's stories, but to your own reactions. Paying attention to your own process and the impact you're having on others. Karen and Trevor both spoke about this - and it shows in the book.</p><p><strong>Collaboration builds confidence</strong> Mutual respect and genuine support grow courage in both directions. When someone really listens to you, you find you have more to say than you thought.</p><h2><strong>Three Encouragements from Karen and Trevor:</strong></h2><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><strong>Respect where each other are coming from</strong> - collaboration doesn't require agreement, it requires genuine regard for each other's perspective and experience.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><strong>Really listen - to others, and to yourself</strong> - pay attention to your own reactions. They're telling you something.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><strong>Enjoy it</strong> - when collaboration works, it's genuinely energising. Let yourself feel that.</li></ol><br/><h2><strong>More about Karen Dobres:</strong></h2><p>Karen Dobres is the author of Pitch Invasion and a former board director at Lewes Football Club. A passionate advocate for gender equality in sport, she speaks regularly on equity and inclusion and is one of the UK's leading voices in women's football.</p><h2>Connect with Karen:</h2><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-dobres-07a54b176/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></u></li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/karendobres/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></u></li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><u><a href="https://lewesfc.com/about-us/our-ethos/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://lewesfc.com/about-us/our-ethos/</a></u></li></ol><br/><h2><strong>More about Trevor Davies:</strong></h2><p>Trevor Davies is Commissioning Editor and Publisher at Cassell/Octopus Books. Cassell seeks to break new ground in publishing voices who entertain and enlighten, from high-impact sports narratives to humour and TV treasures.</p><h2>Connect with Trevor:</h2><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-davies-193b9913/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></u></li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><u><a href="https://www.octopusbooks.co.uk/imprint/octopus/cassell/page/cassell/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.octopusbooks.co.uk/imprint/octopus/cassell/page/cassell/</a></u></li></ol><br/><h2><strong>Thank you for listening</strong></h2><p>Finding Your Collaborative Edge™ is produced by Brown Bear Studios, with marketing support from SHMOGUS Media and Penny Writing.</p><p>Please share, rate, and subscribe - and continue exploring how curiosity, care and courage can lead us to more creative, collaborative leadership.</p><p>Explore more at <u><a href="https://www.collaborationequation.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.collaborationequation.com</a></u></p><p>Follow us on LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/collaboration-equation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Collaboration Equation</a></u></p>

Episode thumbnail for What if Creativity and Collaboration Could Save Lives? A conversation with Ali Mapletoft, Artist, Creative Consultant and Founder of Creative Oxygen™

January 7, 2026

What if Creativity and Collaboration Could Save Lives? A conversation with Ali Mapletoft, Artist, Creative Consultant and Founder of Creative Oxygen™

<p>What does it take to truly collaborate?</p><p>How can leaders create environments where diverse perspectives are valued, trust is nurtured, and meaningful conversations drive innovation?</p><p>Finding Your Collaborative Edge™ is a podcast for leaders, teams, and professionals who want to unlock the full potential of collaboration in their organisations and lives.</p><p>Hosted by Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd, co-founders of Collaboration Equation™, this show explores the essential elements of psychological safety, inclusive dialogue, and diversity of thought and feeling, helping you cultivate a mindset of curiosity, care, and courage.</p><p>Each episode delves into real-world leadership challenges, expert insights, and powerful stories from those who are finding their Collaborative Edge™. Whether you’re a senior leader, team manager, or someone passionate about creating human-centred workplaces, this podcast will inspire you to build connections, embrace difference, and lead with authenticity.</p><p>Join the conversation and start your journey towards more impactful, collaborative leadership.</p><p>Find out more at: <u><a href="http://www.collaborationequation.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.collaborationequation.com</a></u></p><p>Follow us on LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/collaborationequation/?viewAsMember=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Collaboration Equation</a></u></p><h1>ABOUT THIS EPISODE:</h1><h2>Exploring Creativity with Curiosity, Care and Courage</h2><p>In this episode of Finding Your Collaborative Edge™, Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd are in conversation with Ali Mapletoft - Artist, creative consultant, and founder of Creative Oxygen™ - whose work supports leaders and teams to reimagine how we work, relate and innovate together. Together, they explore why creativity is not just a “nice to have” in leadership and life, but a vital force with the power to save lives. From quick decision-making in A&amp;E to the role of self-expression in mental health and recovery, Ali, Lucy and Anni make the case for creativity as essential - not just for innovation, but for creating cultures of connection..</p><p>Through their lens of Curiosity, Care and Courage, Anni and Lucy invite Ali to share how she works with leaders and teams to reimagine what’s possible. They discuss her belief that creativity is magic, and that this magic is essential. Not separate from strategy or systems, but central to how we create the conditions for collaboration and find our Collaborative Edge™.</p><h2>In conversation with Anni and Lucy, Ali reflects on:</h2><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The role of creativity as a human capacity - not just a talent for the few</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Creative Oxygen Wheel: a practical framework for understanding how we access and apply creativity</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why it’s time to shift from “quality over quantity” for collaboration to thrive</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How leaders can build simple, creative rituals into daily working life to create space for reflection and open conversation</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The impact of collective creative energy to spark change across systems and cultures</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>And why choosing both logic and magic helps us find new ways of leading, collaborating and creating together</li></ol><br/><h2>Ali also shares three creative invitations for your own leadership practice:</h2><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Believe in your own creative capacity - trust that it’s there</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui"...

Episode thumbnail for The Power of Human Connection - building trust, empathy and courage. A conversation with Kat Parsons, Group Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Centrica

November 12, 2025

The Power of Human Connection - building trust, empathy and courage. A conversation with Kat Parsons, Group Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Centrica

Hosts Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd interview Kat Parsons, Group Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Centrica, about building trust and empathy to foster inclusive environments that drive innovation through human connection.

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What is Finding Your Collaborative Edge?

What does it take to truly collaborate?

How can leaders create environments where diverse perspectives are valued, trust is nurtured, and meaningful conversations drive innovation? Finding Your Collaborative Edge™ is a podcast for leaders, teams, and professionals who want to unlock the full potential of collaboration in their organisations and lives.

Hosted by Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd, co-founders of Collaboration Equation™, this show explores the essential elements of psychological safety, inclusive dialogue, and diversity of thought and feeling—helping you cultivate a mindset of curiosity, care, and courage.

Each episode delves into real-world leadership challenges, expert insights, and powerful stories from those who are finding their collaborative edge. Whether you’re a senior leader, team manager, or someone passionate about creating human-centred workplaces, this podcast will inspire you to build connections, embrace difference, and lead with authenticity.

Join the conversation and start your journey towards more impactful, collaborative leadership.

🔗 Find out more at: www.collaborationequation.com 🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn: Collaboration Equation

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