People Soup

People Soup
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A podcast exploring work, leadership, and being human through real conversations — grounded in behavioural science and full of practical ideas you can apply straight away.

  1. Why work feels so personal with Gabriella Braun

    1D AGO

    Why work feels so personal with Gabriella Braun

    In this episode of People Soup, Ross is joined by consultant, psychoanalytic thinker, and author Gabriella Braun for a deeply human conversation about why work can feel so personal. Drawing on her remarkable book All That We Are, Gabriella explores what really happens beneath the surface in teams, organisations, and leadership. Together, Ross and Gabriella explore: Why we can’t simply “leave our emotions at home”How Gabriella’s experience as the child of immigrants shaped her ability to observe human systemsThe leadership experience that left her “floundering”… and sparked a lifelong curiosity about organisational lifeWhy so many workplaces are carrying hidden distressWhat leaders learned about vulnerability during COVIDWhy psychoanalytic thinking has so much to offer the workplaceThe deeply personal writing journey behind All That We AreWhy leaders may be helping their organisations choose between constructive and destructive forces every single day And finally… Why love may have a lot more to do with leadership than we often admit. Originally released in 2023. Reimagined and re-edited for the new People Soup format in 2026. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Connect with Gabriella on LinkedInGabriella Braun's website Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    21 min
  2. Quick Spoon: Speak to three people

    4D AGO

    Quick Spoon: Speak to three people

    What do you do when anxiety shows up… right when something matters? A networking event. A room full of strangers. A voice in your head saying: “Your Spanish isn’t good enough.” In this Quick Spoon, I share a very real moment from a networking event for psychologists in Seville—where social anxiety showed up… and so did the urge to run. But instead of waiting to feel confident… I tried something smaller. Something more workable. Speak to three people.That was the goal. Not confidence. Not perfection. Just one small, values-based action. A practical reflection on anxiety, workable goals, and taking action—even when your mind is telling you otherwise. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    1 min
  3. Quick Spoon: If I was at my absolute best...

    6D AGO

    Quick Spoon: If I was at my absolute best...

    What do you do in those moments when emotions are running high? An awkward conversation. A difficult email. A family disagreement. A colleague who’s pushing your buttons. In this Quick Spoon from my conversation with Dr Eric Goodman, we explore one simple question that can create a little more space… and a little more choice: “If I was at my absolute best right now… what would I want to do?”Not… What do I feel like doing? Not… What would be easiest? But… What would my best self choose? A practical reflection on values, choice, and how to respond—rather than simply react—when things get challenging. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Eric's Website Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    1 min
  4. Quick Spoon: Pain is part of being human

    MAY 11

    Quick Spoon: Pain is part of being human

    What if the goal was never to become stress-free? Or anxiety-free. Or grief-free. In this Quick Spoon from my conversation with Dr Eric Goodman, we challenge a myth that many of us still buy into: That difficult emotions are somehow a sign that something’s gone wrong. Eric offers a different perspective: Painful emotions aren’t a design flaw. They’re part of being human. And the real skill may not be fighting what we feel…but learning how to notice it with a little more awareness—and a little more compassion. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Eric's Website Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    2 min
  5. Quick Spoon: Get off autopilot

    MAY 9

    Quick Spoon: Get off autopilot

    Ever noticed how pressure can shrink your options? A difficult conversation. An awkward email. A deadline. A piece of feedback you weren’t expecting. And suddenly… you’re reacting before you’ve even realised it. In this Quick Spoon from my conversation with Dr Eric Goodman, we explore what he describes as one of the most crucial skills in mental health: Getting off autopilot.Taking a pause. Calling a timeout. And choosing a response that’s… Helpful, not harmful.A short practical reflection on choice, self-awareness, and creating a little more space when life gets challenging. Because that space, creates options. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Eric's Website Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    2 min
  6. Quick Spoon: Locked out of the controls

    MAY 7

    Quick Spoon: Locked out of the controls

    Why do we sometimes react in ways that don’t feel like us? Why do we say things we later regret, shut down under pressure, or act against our values? In this Quick Spoon from my conversation with Dr Eric Goodman, we explore a powerful idea: Sometimes, in difficult moments… “We’re locked out of the controls.”And if that’s true… Beating ourselves up probably isn’t the answer. Awareness might be. A practical reflection on self-compassion, threat responses, and how to choose a response that’s guided by your values—not just your emotions. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Eric's Website Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    2 min
  7. Quick Spoon: When the threat system takes over

    MAY 5

    Quick Spoon: When the threat system takes over

    Why do good people sometimes say things they later regret? Why do we shut down, snap, or go into fight mode when pressure rises? In this Quick Spoon from my conversation with Dr Eric Goodman, we explore a powerful idea: Sometimes it’s not weakness. Sometimes your threat system is driving the bus. And when that happens, we can find ourselves reacting in ways that don’t reflect who we want to be. A practical and compassionate reminder that awareness creates choice… especially in difficult moments. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Eric's Website Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    2 min
  8. Quick Spoon: We don't choose who we become

    MAY 3

    Quick Spoon: We don't choose who we become

    Why do some people push our buttons so easily? And what if compassion wasn’t about excusing behaviour… but understanding how people are shaped? In this Quick Spoon from my conversation with Dr Eric Goodman, we explore a powerful idea: None of us chose our genetics. None of us chose our upbringing. None of us chose the experiences that shaped us. But… We do have some say in who we become next. A thought-provoking reflection on compassion, responsibility, and how we respond to difficult people—at work and beyond. People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Eric's Website Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

    1 min
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A podcast exploring work, leadership, and being human through real conversations — grounded in behavioural science and full of practical ideas you can apply straight away.

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  • Creator
    People Soup
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
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