You Must Be Woking

About You Must Be Woking

Are you tired of the same old, surface-level conversations about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)? Look no further. You Must Be Woking is the podcast cutting through the noise with unfiltered, candid discussions on the real challenges and opportunities in building genuinely inclusive workplaces. Join hosts Craig Richards and Dawn Hurst as they tackle tough topics from cancel culture and unconscious bias to psychological safety and leadership accountability. We're here to challenge norms, bust myths, and provide fresh perspectives that drive real change, not just performative actions. Whether you're an HR professional, a leader, a DEI champion, or simply someone passionate about fostering belonging and equity at work, you'll gain actionable insights and a deeper understanding of what it really takes to create a workplace where everyone thrives. Subscribe to You Must Be Woking and join the conversation that dares to go beyond the buzzwords. It's time to get down to business.

Publisher

Metimur

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Nov 2024

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

34 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Woke News 7 - Opinions, Offices & Outrage

   In this episode, Craig and Dawn explore recent controversies and trends in diversity, inclusion, workplace culture, and societal attitudes, including discussions on racism, ageism, homophobia, and organizational restructuring. They analyze high-profile cases and share insights on how organizations can navigate these complex issues with honesty and integrity.

2. 

   23 Jun 2026

   Woke News 6 - Power, Pride & Policing

   In this episode, we explore recent news stories and societal issues, including police conduct, social media regulation, Pride Month controversies, and leadership challenges in organizations. Join us for honest insights and practical advice on navigating complex topics in today's world.

3. 

   12 May 2026

   Coaching & Mentoring: Leadership Superpowers?

   Coaching vs Mentoring: The Leadership Superpower We’re Still Underusing In this Mentoring May special edition of You Must Be Woking, Dawn and Craig dive into one of the most requested topics from our listeners: the real difference between coaching and mentoring - and why both are becoming essential tools for inclusive, high‑performing organisations. Drawing on lived experience, global research and years of running coaching and mentoring programmes, they explore: The actual difference between coaching and mentoring (and why the language matters) Why nearly half of organisations are now investing in coaching and mentoring The myths that stop leaders from engaging with coaching How empathy, listening and deeper connection unlock performance Why coaching accelerates leadership transitions and prevents derailment The power of structured mentoring programmes - and the retention impact they can create Real‑world examples of coaching and mentoring transforming culture, confidence and capability You’ll also hear powerful reflections from leaders who’ve experienced coaching first‑hand - including how it helped them move from good instincts to strategic instincts, and from navigating complexity to mastering it. Whether you’re a leader, a mentor, a coach, or someone stepping into something new, this episode will reshape how you think about growth, performance and inclusive leadership.

Who has been a guest on You Must Be Woking

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Tim Barber
• John Wilkinson
• Tina Chander
• Kate Nash OBE
• Zoe Trigwell

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

8,267

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

4.2 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 50 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

61

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

32

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