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A podcast by contentgroup, GovComms explores our industry through conversation with industry greats, experts and innovators from around the world. Hosted by our Founder and CEO David Pembroke, we share with you insights from our years of experience and through the vast knowledge of our guests. Whether you’re an industry professional or just starting out, this podcast is a must listen.

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EP#179: Calm in crisis: Rebuilding trust through communication

What happens when your council loses public trust—and you’re the one answering the questions? In this episode of GovComms, host David Pembroke speaks with Chloe Casey, Manager of Communications and Corporate Governance at the City of Casey, about leading through the fallout of the Operation Sandon ...

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EP#178: Leading quietly: The power of introverts at work

What if the best ideas in your team are the ones you never hear? In this episode of GovComms, host David Pembroke speaks with Richard Etienne—internal communications expert, author of The Introvert’s Survival Guide, and founder of The Introvert Space. Together, they explore how introverts can lead, ...

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EP#177: From Jargon to Genuine: Reclaiming Trust in Government Comms

Trust is on life support. People are tuning out. Tech is speeding up. Noise is everywhere. So how can government communicators break through? In this powerhouse episode of GovComms, host David Pembroke is joined by Ros Weadman – strategic communication expert, author, and driving force behind the ...

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EP#176: From Google to AI: The Search Revolution Explained

Is Google still the king of search or has AI changed the game forever? The way people find information is undergoing the biggest shift in decades and government communicators can’t afford to be left behind. In this episode of GovComms, host David Pembroke speaks with Jim Stewart, CEO of Stewart ...

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EP#175: How to Speak with Power & Build Trust: The Gravitas Masterclass

Great communicators aren’t born—they’re made. In this episode of GovComms, David Pembroke chats with Dr. Louise Mahler, an expert in leadership communication, about the art of presence, authenticity, and confidence. With a background in business and opera, Louise brings a unique perspective to what ...

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EP#174: Trust, Humour and Bureaucracy: The Secret Sauce of Gov Social Media

Governments generate endless information, but so much of it goes unseen. So, how do we turn it into content people actually care about? In this episode of GovComms, David Pembroke chats with Heather Lansdowne, a leader in transforming social media in government. As the social media manager at the ...

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EP#173: Public Sector Content: Effective Strategies and Storytelling Tips

Buckle up for an episode packed with creativity, innovation, and a bit of storytelling magic! In this first GovComms Podcast of 2025, David Pembroke sits down with Andrew Parsons, a communication powerhouse with a knack for turning challenges into storytelling gold. From his humble beginnings as a ...

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EP#172: The unmissable moments of 2024

What did 2024 teach us about communicating better? In this special 'Year in Review' episode, David Pembroke takes us through the stories, lessons, and ideas that made this year unforgettable. From LinkedIn storytelling tips with Stanley Henry to tackling climate anxiety with Ruth Dewsbury, this ...

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EP#171: The AI Revolution in Comms

AI is shaking up the world of communications—are you ready? In this episode of GovComms, David Pembroke sits down with PR expert Stephen Waddington to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work. From streamlining tasks to offering new ways to tackle big challenges, Stephen ...

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