Inspiring Working Lives

Inspiring Working Lives is the podcast that dives into the real stories behind the job titles. Each episode features honest conversations with inspiring leaders across the public and not-for-profit sectors — exploring how they got to where they are, the challenges they've faced, the advice they’d give to others, and their take on the future of work. Whether you're climbing the ladder, changing direction or simply curious about the people shaping our workplaces, Inspiring Working Lives offers insight, inspiration and a reminder that no two career journeys are the same.

Inspiring Working Lives is a business podcast hosted by Morgan Hunt, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Morgan Hunt hosts Inspiring Working Lives, a business show with 20 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  S03 E07 | From Finance to Further Education: Ian Pryce on Leadership and Social Mobility

  Aug 18, 20261h 1mS3

  What happens when the career you planned isn’t the career you end up having? Ian Pryce never expected to work in further education. After starting out in finance, his career took him into college leadership, where he spent 26 years as Principal and Chief Executive of Bedford College and later the Bedford College Group. In the final episode of Season 3 of Inspiring Working Lives , Ian looks back on the twists and turns that shaped his career, from his working-class upbringing and first-generation university experience to his journey into leadership. He also shares why education and social mobility have remained such important parts of his work, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way.

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  Episode #6

  S03 E06 | More Than Clutter: Megan Karnes on Understanding Hoarding and Changing Lives

  Jul 28, 202633 minS3

  In this episode of Inspiring Working Lives, Dan Taylor sits down with Megan Karnes, founder of Hoard UK, to explore the realities of hoarding, mental health and the power of turning lived experience into meaningful change. Megan shares her journey from volunteering in the mental health sector to establishing Hoard UK from her living room, building a national organisation dedicated to supporting individuals affected by hoarding behaviours and challenging common misconceptions along the way. Tune in to hear: • How a career in mental health led Megan to found Hoard UK • Why hoarding is about far more than clutter • The challenges of changing perceptions and reducing stigma • The importance of compassion, understanding and support • Lessons from building an organisation with purpose and impact

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  Episode #5

  S03 E05 | Start Small, Think Big: Hayden Taylor on Building Unlock

  Jul 14, 202639 minS3

  In this episode of Inspiring Working Lives , we speak with Hayden Taylor, Co-Founder and CEO of Unlock, about building a social enterprise dedicated to helping young people access opportunities, develop confidence, and achieve their potential. Hayden shares how a youth programme inspired him to launch Unlock at just 16, the lessons he's learned leading a growing organisation, and why mentorship, social mobility, and real-world experience are so important for the next generation.

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  Episode #4

  S02 E04 | Everyone Deserves to Be Heard: John Wheeler's Leadership Journey

  Jul 7, 202649 minS3

  What does it really take to make sure someone’s voice is heard? In this episode of Inspiring Working Lives, Dan Taylor sits down with John Wheeler, CEO of Advocacy for All, for a conversation about leadership, but more importantly, people. John talks through his journey in a very down-to-earth way — from growing up in the Cotswolds, to travelling, working in community roles, and slowly finding his way into advocacy and leadership without ever really having a straight plan. Along the way, he shares the moments that shaped him, the mistakes he’s learned from, and why curiosity has played such a big part in how he leads today. They also get into what advocacy really means in practice — supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, navigating complex systems, and why listening properly is often harder (and more important) than it sounds. At the heart of it, this is a conversation about trust, responsibility, and the idea that good leadership isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about making space for other people’s voices.

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  Episode #3

  S03 E03 | Community at the Heart of Change: David Sollis on Mental Health and Leadership

  Jun 30, 202654 minS3

  In this episode of Inspiring Working Lives , we speak with David Sollis, Chief Executive Officer of South East and Central Essex Mind , about community-led approaches to mental health and what effective leadership looks like in the charity sector. David shares his career journey across the public and third sector, including senior leadership roles in health, youth services, and mental health organisations. He also discusses the challenges facing mental health services today, and why stronger community connections are key to improving support and outcomes for people. Tune in to hear a thoughtful and practical conversation on mental health services, leadership, and the power of community to change lives.

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