More Than a Lumpy Jumper

Bridge Forster and Bobby Davis
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An affectionate, pre-politically correct term to describe a female soldier. Derived from the wondrous vision of voluptuous thrusting funbags, tightly encased in an issue woolly pully, bouncing across the parade square. WTAF!! Meet Bobby and Bridge who have something to say about this perception of women in the Military and much, much more. These two irreverent, life energised women have known each other for over 30 years and have LOTS to say about their experiences of life, leadership and being led. Come and join their conversations on "Being". Laugh, learn and realise you aren't alone.

  1. 29 JUL

    Being the Emotion in the Room

    Join Bobby and Bridge as they unpack workplace emotions with their usual no-holds-barred frankness. In this season-six finale, they question whether emotions belong in a locked box or if acknowledging them isessential to effective leadership. What happens when your emotional-self shows up at work, intentionally, vulnerably, fully human? Expect a candid, juicy conversation about emotional agility, leadership limits, and the fine line between expressing feeling and being overwhelmed. If you’re curious about how emotions can be a superpower rather than a liability in leadership, this episode is for you. Hit play and let the two Bs guide you through embracing what’s real … no filters, no pretending. Susan David: The gift and power of emotional courage | TED Talk No Hard Feelings | Liz Fosslien & Mollie West Duffy | Books Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change and Thrive in Work and Life | Susan David | Books Inside Out | Pixar | Accepting all Emotions including Sadness is part of your Mental Health   Brene Brown | The Power of Vulnerability | TED Talk Atlas of the Heart | Brene Brown | Amazon

    46 min

  2. 22 JUL

    Being Sharp not Busy

    Urgent. Important. Overdue. All of it… NOW?!If your to-do list is longer than your arm and every task feels like a fire, this episode is for you. Bobby is joined by career and HR coach Faye Wallis, creator of the “Essential HR Planner”, for a conversation about how we untangle the noise and refocus with purpose. They dive into practical tools, productivity myths, people-pleasing traps, and the pressure to keep doing all the things. Spoiler: you don’t have to. This is your permission slip to stop glorifying busy and start leading with clarity instead. Fay Wallis | LinkedIn Eat That Frog! | Brian Tracy | Books Tranquillity By Tuesday | Laura Vanderkam | Books How to gain control of your free time | Laura Vanderkam | TED - YouTube The Four Tendencies | Gretchen Rubin | Books The Four Styles of Self-Motivation with Gretchen Rubin | YouTube The Four Tendencies Quiz | Gretchen Rubin

    49 min

  3. 15 JUL

    Being Moonlit: Leadership Cycles

    What if your most powerful leadership tool wasn’t in your head, but in your rhythm? In this episode, Bobby is joined by wellness educator and inclusion specialist, Samantha Garstin (aka the Period Princess!) to explore what it means to lead in sync with the natural cycles of energy, focus, and capacity, whether those are hormonal, seasonal, emotional, or simply human. The conversation is vast, including talking about the effects of hustle culture, burnout, and the boldness of listening to your body. If you’ve ever found yourself running on empty and wondering what’s wrong with me, this conversation might just be your turning point. It really is a conversation for everyone. Samantha Garstin - Website Samantha Garstin🩸Period Princess 👸 | LinkedIn A Guide to Cyclical Living 4 ways to practise cyclical living when you're overwhelmed Wild Power | Alexandra Pope, Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer | Books Second Spring | Kate Codrington | Books Moon Time: Living in Flow with your Cycle | Lucy Pearce | Books Period Repair Manual | Lara Briden ND | Books Hormone Repair Manual | Lara Briden ND | Books July Full Moon: Spiritual Meaning for the Buck Moon | The Pagan Grimoire

    44 min

  4. 8 JUL

    Being a Parent Leader

    From nappy changes to boardroom changes… what if parenting was the best leadership training you never knew you were in? This week on More Than a Lumpy Jumper, Bobby is joined by Charlie Lyons - coach, HR pro, and mum of two, to explore what happens when the worlds of parenting and leadershipcollide. They will be talking about burnout, overwhelm, micro-moments of sanity, and how learning to lead well often starts at home. If you’ve ever felt like you’re dropping balls in every part of life or wondering why the parenting manual and the leadership books both feel like a lie, this episode will meet you right where you are. Big-hearted, deeply honest, and full of permission to stop pretending we’ve got it all figured out. Charlie Lyons | LinkedIn Parenting Without a Map: A Sto…–Made Possible by Parenthood – Apple Podcasts Motherhood: Facing and Finding Yourself | Lisa Marchiano | Books Time to Think: Listening to Ignite the Human Mind | Nancy Kline | Books

    47 min

  5. 4 JUL

    Being OK Not Knowing

    What if the most powerful thing a leader can say is: “I don’t know”? In this episode, Bobby and Bridge dive into the discomfort, courage, and wisdom of not having all the answers. From military mess-ups to organisational mayhem, we explore what happens when leaders drop the act, make space for others, and lead with honest uncertainty, not panic, not performance. Sometimes not knowing is the start of something braver. Dare to Lead | Brene Brown | Books The Power of Vulnerability | Brené Brown | TED Talk Margaret Heffernan: Dare to disagree | TED Talk Creativity, Inc | Ed Catmull | Books A true leader can say I don't know - St Simon Sinek The power of I don't know

    38 min

  6. 24 JUN

    Being Ourselves Together

    “No More Pencil Skirts and Other Leadership Metaphors” From soufflés to swans, corn beef to cognitive diversity, this episode is a deliciously metaphor-filled conversation with neurodiversity advocate Hayley Brackley. Bobby and Hayley explore why real leadership means shedding the need to be perfect, embracing messiness, and daring to dance (or not) in your comfiest metaphorical harem pants. A must-listen for anyone tired of the one-size-fits-all model of work and ready to design for the edges. Links  Hayley Brackley | LinkedIn

    49 min

  7. 17 JUN

    Being Safe to Speak

    What does it really take to feel safe enough to speak up at work? In this powerful episode of More Than a Lumpy Jumper, we dive into psychological safety - what it is, why it matters, and what happens when it’s missing. Joining Bobby are two brilliant guests: Ali Spooner and Naomi Withers, who bring honesty, humour, and real-life insight from lived experience, psychology, leadership, and loss. From people-pleasing to power dynamics, team trust to trauma triggers, this conversation doesn’t shy away from the messy stuff. If you've ever sat in a meeting biting your tongue, or wondered whether you’re the only one feeling unsafe, this one’s for you. Ali Spooner | LinkedIn Naomi (Ordinary 🚫) Withers | LinkedIn David Rock's SCARF Model: Social Threats in the World of Work - The World of Work Project The Fearless Organization Summary - Amy Edmondson | 12min Blog

    52 min

  8. 10 JUN

    Being in the Weave

    In this episode, Bobby and Bridge are pulling at the threads of what leadership really looks like. Not the glossy, top-floor kind, but the kind that happens in the messy middle. Being in the Weave explores how leadership shows up without titles, how power flows in every direction, and why being quietly influential might just be your superpower. Expect laughs, truths, and a bit of mayhem (including a lost spreadsheet and a quilt metaphor you didn’t know you needed). If you’re a middle-sitter, an edge-walker, or someone who just gets stuff done, this one’s for you. Give and Take | Adam Grant | BooksRebel Ideas | Matthew Syed | Books You Don't Need a Title to Be a Leader | Mark Sanborn | Books Six Ways To Lead Even When You Aren't In A Leadership Position

    39 min
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An affectionate, pre-politically correct term to describe a female soldier. Derived from the wondrous vision of voluptuous thrusting funbags, tightly encased in an issue woolly pully, bouncing across the parade square. WTAF!! Meet Bobby and Bridge who have something to say about this perception of women in the Military and much, much more. These two irreverent, life energised women have known each other for over 30 years and have LOTS to say about their experiences of life, leadership and being led. Come and join their conversations on "Being". Laugh, learn and realise you aren't alone.

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  • Creator
    Bridge Forster and Bobby Davis
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bridge Forster and Bobby Davis
  • Show Website
    More Than a Lumpy Jumper