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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.

From the Vault

Thinking like a System with Howard Parry-Husbands (2021)

In this episode of Govcomms ‘From the Vault’, we revisit our insightful conversation with Howard Parry-Husbands, CEO and Founder of Pollinate, one of Australia’s consulting and market research leaders in the world of branding, innovation and communications.

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Communicating the Benefits of Content Marketing with Russell Sparkman (2015)

In this episode of Govcomms ‘From the Vault’, we revisit a conversation between our host David Pembroke and Russell Sparkman, who is one of the pioneers of global content marketing and a believer in its inevitability. As the Co-founder of FusionSpark Media, Inc., Russell brings more than two ...

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Gen Z and the Future of Government Communication with Claire Madden (2018)

In this episode of Govcomms ‘From the Vault’, we revisit our insightful conversation with Claire Madden, author of ‘Hello Gen Z: Engaging the Generation of Post-Millennials’ and social researcher on generational engagement. Along with David Pembroke, Claire explores the technological cultural shift ...

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EP#149 Driving Positive Change with Social Marketing

On this episode of Govcomms, contentgroup CEO David Pembroke is joined once again by the Founding Director of Social Marketing @ Griffith, Professor Sharyn Rundle-Thiele.

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Creating a Digital Experience with Amanda Dennett (2020)

In this episode of Govcomms ‘From the Vault’, we revisit a conversation between our host David Pembroke and Amanda Dennett, a former Head of Digital Experience at the Australian War Memorial, who is now the Senior Manager at creativeXpeople, Synergy Group. Amanda is an experienced communication ...

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The Power of Content Marketing in Government with Shannah Hayley (2016)

In this episode of Govcomms ‘From the Vault’, we revisit our insightful conversation with Shannah Hayley, which took place at the Content Marketing World 2016 conference in Cleveland, Ohio. Shannah is the Director of Communications and Community Outreach for the city of Plano, Texas, with ...

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The science of persuasive communication with Nicole Thomson-Pride (2019)

In this episode of Govcomms ‘From the Vault’, we revisit our insightful conversation with Nicole Thomson-Pride. Nicole is a professional speechwriter and communication coach with experience working across the Australian government, private sector and not-for-profit organisations. Her previous ...

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Harvesting and Hosting Conversations with Ian Andersen (2021)

In this episode of GovComms' 'From the Vault,' we revisit our insightful conversation with Ian Andersen, who dedicated 35 years to improving communication for Europeans at the European Commission. As a passionate Participatory Innovation Adviser, Ian strived to foster genuine engagement and ...

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The Citizen Focus with Martin Schipany (2016)

This week on GovComms ‘From the Vault’, we dip into the archives to a conversation between contentgroup CEO David Pembroke, and Head of ‘City Communications’ for the City of Vienna’s Press and Information Services, Martin Schipany.

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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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Featured

EP#170: Ubuntu and Storytelling: Building Relationships in the Public Service

What if leadership was less about authority and more about connection? Imagine a young boy in rural Zimbabwe, discovering the world through books borrowed from a modest village library. That boy is Alfred Chidembo, whose love for stories sparked a journey from his village to Australia, where he now ...

Read more
Featured

EP#169: Fighting Disinformation in Cities: Insights from the Global Response Playbook

As cities around the world grapple with a wave of disinformation, how can they fight back and restore public trust? In this episode of GovComms, David Pembroke sits down with Ika Trijsburg, leader of the Disinformation in the City project, to tackle this urgent question. Ika unveils the Global ...

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Featured

EP#168: From Disaster to Dialogue: Crisis, Community, and Communication

What happens when disaster strikes? In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, crisis communication expert Michael Player shares his experiences managing some of New Zealand’s most significant crises, including the Rena oil spill and Pike River mining disaster. Michael gives us a behind-the-scenes ...

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Featured

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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, ...

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more

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 ...

Read more

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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).

Read more

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.

Read more
Featured

EP#158: Managing Sports Integrity, Media Transparency and Stakeholder Engagement

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, host David Pembroke interviews Tim Gavel, a veteran sports broadcaster who has transitioned into the role of Media Director at Sport Integrity Australia, an Australian Government agency aimed at promoting safe and fair sports.

Read more
Featured

EP#157: Olympic Communications, Preparing for Paris 2024 and Lessons from Tokyo 2020

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined by Strath Gordon, Head of Public Affairs and Communications at the Australian Olympic Committee.

Read more

EP#156: Mastering Public Communication Strategies, Leadership and Campaigns

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined by Mardi Stewart, the Branch Manager of Campaigns and Strategic Communication at the Department of Social Services.

Read more

EP#155: Part 2 - Managing Crises, Building Media Capability and A.I. in Service Delivery

In this episode of GovComms, we continue our conversation with Bevan Hannan, General Manager of the Communications Division at Services Australia.

Read more

EP#154: Part 1 - Building Relationships, Government Spokespersons and Pandemic Response

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined by Bevan Hannan, General Manager of the Communications Division at Services Australia.

Read more

EP#153: Climate Communication, Empowering Storytellers and Overcoming Misinformation

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined once again by Stephanie Speck, who is now the Head of Communications for the Green Climate Fund, for a conversation focusing on effective climate change communication.

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more
Featured

EP#170: Ubuntu and Storytelling: Building Relationships in the Public Service

What if leadership was less about authority and more about connection? Imagine a young boy in rural Zimbabwe, discovering the world through books borrowed from a modest village library. That boy is Alfred Chidembo, whose love for stories sparked a journey from his village to Australia, where he now ...

Read more
Featured

EP#169: Fighting Disinformation in Cities: Insights from the Global Response Playbook

As cities around the world grapple with a wave of disinformation, how can they fight back and restore public trust? In this episode of GovComms, David Pembroke sits down with Ika Trijsburg, leader of the Disinformation in the City project, to tackle this urgent question. Ika unveils the Global ...

Read more
Featured

EP#168: From Disaster to Dialogue: Crisis, Community, and Communication

What happens when disaster strikes? In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, crisis communication expert Michael Player shares his experiences managing some of New Zealand’s most significant crises, including the Rena oil spill and Pike River mining disaster. Michael gives us a behind-the-scenes ...

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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, ...

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more

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 ...

Read more

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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 ...

Read more
Featured

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).

Read more

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.

Read more
Featured

EP#158: Managing Sports Integrity, Media Transparency and Stakeholder Engagement

In this episode of the GovComms Podcast, host David Pembroke interviews Tim Gavel, a veteran sports broadcaster who has transitioned into the role of Media Director at Sport Integrity Australia, an Australian Government agency aimed at promoting safe and fair sports.

Read more
Featured

EP#157: Olympic Communications, Preparing for Paris 2024 and Lessons from Tokyo 2020

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined by Strath Gordon, Head of Public Affairs and Communications at the Australian Olympic Committee.

Read more

EP#156: Mastering Public Communication Strategies, Leadership and Campaigns

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined by Mardi Stewart, the Branch Manager of Campaigns and Strategic Communication at the Department of Social Services.

Read more

EP#155: Part 2 - Managing Crises, Building Media Capability and A.I. in Service Delivery

In this episode of GovComms, we continue our conversation with Bevan Hannan, General Manager of the Communications Division at Services Australia.

Read more

EP#154: Part 1 - Building Relationships, Government Spokespersons and Pandemic Response

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined by Bevan Hannan, General Manager of the Communications Division at Services Australia.

Read more

EP#153: Climate Communication, Empowering Storytellers and Overcoming Misinformation

In this episode of GovComms, we are joined once again by Stephanie Speck, who is now the Head of Communications for the Green Climate Fund, for a conversation focusing on effective climate change communication.

Read more

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