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GovComms explores our industry through conversation with industry greats, experts and innovators from around the world.

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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.

EP#167: Comms unlocked: insights on influence, ethics and a lasting career in Government

What does it take to navigate a decades-long career in government communications while navigating ethics, changing media landscapes, and building lasting influence? In this special two-part episode of GovComms, David Pembroke sits down with Michael Player, a communications veteran with nearly five ...

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EP#166: The AGILE approach to digital advocacy: transforming communications

How can digital communication drive real-world social impact? In this episode of GovComms, host David Pembroke sits down with Nicholas Bruneau, a leader in digital advocacy and purpose-driven marketing. Nicholas reflects on how effective digital strategies can rally support and create change, ...

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EP#165: Applying Behavioural Science to Fight Misinformation and Sustain Change

What does it take to change public behaviour and create lasting impact? In this episode of GovComms, David Pembroke explores this question with Sharon Rosenrauch, Principal Behavioural Scientist at the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water. Sharon shares how small ...

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EP#164: Building Trust and Enhancing Government Resilience

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, Adrian Brown, Executive Director of the Centre for Public Impact, shares his insights on the evolving role of government today. The conversation begins with an exploration of how governments are increasingly expected to be agile, responsive, and centered on ...

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EP#163: Managing High-Stakes Events and Data Driven Government Communication

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, host David Pembroke interviews Alison Senti, a strategic communications professional with a career spanning both public and private sectors. Alison shares her journey from hotel management and legal marketing to consulting at KPMG, and various positions ...

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EP#162: Navigating Crises and Pre-bunking Disinformation

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, host David Pembroke sits down with Bob Jensen, an expert in crisis communication with extensive experience managing major US disasters. Jensen shares insights from his personal and professional journey, highlighting how his background in chemical ...

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EP#161: LinkedIn mastery, storytelling secrets and the key to social media success

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, host David Pembroke interviews Stanley Henry, the founder and CEO of The Attention Seeker, a New Zealand-based content creation agency. Stanley shares his journey from growing up in South Auckland, working in hospitality across the globe, to leveraging ...

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EP#160: Climate Science and the Danger of Making Comms Too Simple

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, host David Pembroke interviews Dr. Nathan Borgford-Parnell, the science lead at the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC).

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EP#159: The Evolving Communication Profession and Human-Centred Approach to A.I.

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, host David Pembroke welcomes back Jennifer Muir, a communication professional with over 25 years of experience in the field.

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