It's Probably Fine - from DecidR.Live

About It's Probably Fine - from DecidR.Live

Every business owner has said it. "It'll probably be fine." It's usually not fine. It's Probably Fine is a podcast about real crisis stories from leaders and business owners. What actually went wrong? How decisions got made under pressure with incomplete information and no time to think? And what they'd tell their past self? Honest conversation about what leadership and decision-making actually look like when the unexpected happens. Hosted by Lucy Smith and Jemma Davis and co-founders of Decidr Live - a decision-making and crisis resilience platform built for exactly these moments. Visit decidr.live or https://inclusivechange.co.uk/services-decidr-intro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Sandbox Broadcasting

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Jun 2026

Latest episode

1 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Nov 2026

   It's Probably Fine: When the AI Hits the Fan

   What happens when the AI bubble bursts? And what happens to the next generation of talent if we stop giving people the opportunity to learn? Jemma and Lucy are back, and this time they’re questioning whether our growing reliance on artificial intelligence is creating problems we’re not prepared for. From businesses replacing entry-level jobs with AI to the long-term consequences for succession planning and future leadership, they explore what happens when organisations stop investing in the people who would ordinarily become their next generation of experts. But it’s not just about jobs. Are we experiencing cognitive surrender? Are we losing skills we once took for granted? And what happens when the AI tools we’ve become dependent on suddenly become too expensive or unavailable? There’s also a surprisingly personal conversation about what AI thinks of us, a disagreement about AI-generated design, and a question every business should be asking: do we need an AI continuity plan? It’s a conversation about technology, people, decision-making and the unintended consequences of progress. When the AI hits the fan, will it really be probably fine? It's Probably Fine is Sponsored by Decidr.live https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   26 Jul 2026

   What would Captain Kirk do?

   CEO and podcaster Ellen Daniels joins It's Probably Fine to explore what Star Trek, Star Wars and the Avengers can teach us about leadership, decision-making and mentoring under pressure. Ellen became a CEO at 29 and now runs the Leadership Multiverse podcast, analysing the leadership styles of science fiction characters and superheroes — from Captain Kirk and Spock to Darth Vader, the Mandalorian and Iron Man. In this episode she and Lucy talk about: Why "what would Captain Kirk do?" is a genuinely useful leadership question The Kobayashi Maru "no-win scenario" and how to make decisions without deciding from fear Why the Avengers are a masterclass in how not to mentor young talent (sorry, Spider-Man) Leading through crisis, from Brexit to becoming a CEO in the middle of the pandemic Why leadership can be lonely at the top, and how to build a network that helps More from Ellen Daniels: Leadership Multiverse podcast and consultancy: https://leadershipmultiverse.com (https://leadershipmultiverse.com) Email: ellen@leadershipmultiverse.com (mailto:ellen@leadershipmultiverse.com) LinkedIn: search "Ellen Daniels" More from It's Probably Fine: Decid:R — decision-making training and experiences: https://decidr.live (https://decidr.live) More episodes: https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page (https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   18 Jul 2026

   It's Probably Fine - Featuring Stuart Barker from Professional Guest Speakers

   Crisis Leadership: From Battlefield to Boardroom Every business owner we've ever met has said it: it's probably fine. It's usually not fine. This episode, Lucy and Jemma sit down with Stuart Barker, a former military intelligence and law enforcement operator turned keynote speaker and corporate director — for a masterclass in decision-making under real pressure. Stuart takes us inside a 2010 raid on a Taliban compound in Helmand province that should have been a clean win, until a corrupt government official tried to walk off with the evidence in front of his team. What happens in the sixty seconds between a celebration and a crisis? Stuart breaks down the models he leaned on in that moment - and the ones he now uses to run a logistics company through Brexit and COVID, including his own "3 Rs" (regulate, reflect, respond), why "clarity beats certainty" when the pressure's on, and the worst decision he's ever made, and why. Along the way: the sociology of trust, why "weak ties" matter more than hierarchy in a crisis, and what most organisations get wrong about who's really making their decisions. A conversation about leadership, ethics, and what actually happens when the plan meets reality. Stuart Barker is represented by Professional Guest Speakers. https://www.professionalguestspeakers.co.uk/stuart-barker It's Probably Fine is a podcast from Decidr Live, hosted by Lucy and Jemma. https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page (https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

4. 

   14 Jul 2026

   Episode Three - It's Probably Fine Without the Guest

   ‘It’s Probably Fine’ Without the Guest: Pride Weekend Travel Chaos, Scam Hotels, and Decid:R in Action Lucy and Jemma (founders of Decider Live) record an episode without their guest, who is pulled into a crisis, and discuss how they prepare differently for speaking and decision-making. They share real-life “probably fine” moments: Lucy recalls teaching the wrong module to students due to last-minute prep, while Jemma describes a London trip disrupted by Pride closures, a desperate search for toilets, and arriving at a Booking.com-linked scam listing where the hotel’s website appeared compromised; she eventually finds alternate accommodation via a hotel chain membership. They also compare approaches to note-taking, travel safety, deposits, and passports in hotels. The episode ends with Lucy explaining how she ran a Decid:R crisis simulation for a Gloucestershire VCSE Alliance Future Leaders program using the CLEAR decision-making model, with participants tackling a sensitive data breach scenario in a hybrid session. 00:00 Probably Fine Intro 00:53 Guest Crisis Setup 01:45 Prep vs Wing It 04:35 Wrong Lesson Story 07:42 Panel Chaos Tales 13:42 Notes and Evidence 16:33 Jemma Crisis Begins 18:41 Pride Travel Detours 25:33 Hotel Booking Scam 29:26 Hotel Booking Chaos 30:54 Soho Pride Night Out 35:53 Sketchy Past Stays 39:46 Deposits and Passport Safety 44:08 Lost at the Zoo 46:21 Doors Lifts and Takeaway Rules 49:10 DecidR Crisis Simulation 58:43 Wrap Up and Sign Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

5. 

   30 Jun 2026

   Episode Two - It Started With a Heatwave… and Got Surprisingly Deep | It’s Probably Fine

   It Started With a Heatwave… and Got Surprisingly Deep What began as a conversation about heatwaves, swollen train lines and school closures quickly became something much bigger. In this episode of It’s Probably Fine, Lucy and Jemma explore how seemingly simple decisions often have unexpected consequences. From the proposed UK social media ban and digital wellbeing to safeguarding, domestic abuse, digital identity and the responsibilities of employers, this is an honest conversation about the complexity of risk in today’s world. Along the way we discuss: Why schools really close during extreme weather The proposed UK social media ban for under-16s Whether banning social media tackles the real problem Digital wellbeing, digital literacy and parenting in an online world Digital identity, privacy and trust The hidden decisions leaders make every day The links between major sporting events and domestic abuse Safeguarding responsibilities for organisations and employers Why good decision-making is about people, not just policies Content warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, domestic abuse, child safeguarding and mental health. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know has been affected by any of the issues discussed, support is available: • Samaritans – Free, confidential support 24 hours a day for anyone struggling or in emotional distress. Call 116 123 or visit https://www.samaritans.org • Refuge – Support for women experiencing domestic abuse, including the National Domestic Abuse Helpline. Call 0808 2000 247 or visit https://www.refuge.org.uk • Papyrus HOPELINE247 – Suicide prevention support for children, young people under 35 and those worried about them. Call 0800 068 4141, text 88247, or visit https://www.papyrus-uk.org • Childline – Free, confidential support for anyone under 19. Call 0800 1111 or visit https://www.childline.org.uk • YoungMinds – Information and support for young people’s mental health and advice for parents and carers. Visit https://www.youngminds.org.uk • NSPCC – Advice on online safety, safeguarding and protecting children. Visit https://www.nspcc.org.uk • The Mix – Free support for under-25s covering mental health, relationships, work, housing and more. Visit https://www.themix.org.uk If someone is in immediate danger or you believe a child or vulnerable adult is at immediate risk of serious harm, call 999. It’s Probably Fine is the podcast where business leaders, experts and consultants share what really happens when things go wrong - and what we can all learn from the decisions made under pressure. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations about leadership, resilience and navigating an increasingly complex world. visit https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page to apply to be a guest visit decidr.live to find out more about Decid:R Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

6. 

   12 Jun 2026

   Episode One - The Origin Story

   Episode 1: “It’s Probably Fine” — The Decid:R Origin Story Lucy and Jemma, founders of Decider Live, introduce their new podcast “It’s Probably Fine,” where business leaders and consultants share what happened when crises hit and decisions mattered. They discuss their backgrounds—Jemma’s work running Culture Gem in cybersecurity and her experience during the 2017 WannaCry outbreak, and Lucy’s change-management focus through Inclusive Change with expertise in neurodiversity plus many years in law enforcement, including customs and the National Crime Agency. They explain how Decid:R, a crisis resilience and decision-making simulation platform, grew from their early conversations and a first meeting marked by de-escalating an incident involving a homeless man and trainee hairdressers. They explore decision-making under uncertainty and reflect on fight/flight/freeze responses, and invite listeners to get in touch to share crisis stories, directing them to Decid:R Live for more information. To apply to be a guest visit: https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page (https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page) 00:00 It’s Probably Fine Intro 00:50 Meet The Hosts 01:43 Lucy Loves Podcasting 03:14 Back To Episode One 04:27 Who Are You Really 06:11 Jemma Cybersecurity Journey 09:33 Lucy Change And Law 16:25 Why Start This Podcast 18:10 DecidR Origin Story 19:46 Harborside Haircut Crisis 24:01 Nicknames And Sausage Lady 27:40 Sausage Lady Nickname 28:29 Why Its Probably Fine 29:49 2020 Shop Opens Fast 32:58 Pandemic Decisions Evidence 35:33 Early Remote Work Prep 37:09 Toilet Roll Therapy Detour 38:48 Sales Pitch Or Stories 42:11 Fears Fight Flight Freeze 44:18 Personal Crisis Reactions 49:17 DecidR Team Dynamics 52:51 Wrap Up And Get In Touch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

7. 

   7 Jun 2026

   Trailer - It's probably fine

   H Every business owner has said it. "It'll probably be fine." It's usually not fine. Probably Fine is a podcast about real crisis stories from business owners and leaders. What actually went wrong. How decisions got made under pressure with incomplete information and no time to think. And what they'd tell their past self. No frameworks. No polished hindsight. Just honest conversation about what leadership and decision-making actually look like when the unexpected happens. Hosted by Lucy and Jemma, co-founders of Decidr Live - a decision-making and crisis resilience platform built for exactly these moments. Find out more about DecidR at decidr.live Apply to join us as a guest - https://inclusivechange.co.uk/probably-fine-podcast-page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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