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© 2025 Robin S. Broughton, PhD & Isaac Agbeshie-Noye, EdD
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The Real Work Chat is your biweekly sanctuary for honest conversations about workplace dynamics and the chaos that can arise from institutional change. Join us on Wednesdays as we “name workplace nonsense one story at a time,” offering validation, humor, and hope for professionals navigating today's rapidly changing world of work.
Whether you're dealing with ineffective leadership, toxic productivity culture, or institutional upheaval, you're not alone. Each episode uses candid discussions to help you maintain your sense of reality while imagining and declaring better possibilities for your professional life.
Tune in during your commute, workout, or household tasks for a mix of validation, levity, and transformative insights that will help you discover your relationship with well-being in the workplace.
Whether you're dealing with ineffective leadership, toxic productivity culture, or institutional upheaval, you're not alone. Each episode uses candid discussions to help you maintain your sense of reality while imagining and declaring better possibilities for your professional life.
Tune in during your commute, workout, or household tasks for a mix of validation, levity, and transformative insights that will help you discover your relationship with well-being in the workplace.
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In this final episode of Season 1 of The Real Work Chat, Isaac and Robin reflect on their journey throughout the season, discussing key insights, the importance of community, personal growth, and the power of declarations. They emphasize the significance of storytelling in understanding work dynamics and express excitement for the upcoming season, inviting listeners to continue exploring what a healthy workplace looks like. Season 2 returns in Spring 2026!
In this episode of The Real Work Chat, hosts Isaac and Robin drop the second part of their conversation with Dr. Grace Johnson, exploring themes of self-care, identity, and the impact of high achievement on mental and physical health. We discuss the importance of community support, the challenges of navigating the holiday season, and the lessons learned from our personal experiences with stress. We emphasize the need for mindfulness and balance in both personal and professional lives, highlighting the vital role of intuition in decision-making.
In this episode of The Real Work Chat, hosts Isaac and Robin engage with Dr. Laurence Boitet, whose work focuses on trainee wellness in biomedical research. We discuss the challenges of work-life integration, the unique distress drivers faced by biomedical trainees, and the importance of tailored leadership approaches in fostering workplace wellbeing. Dr. Boitet emphasizes the need for organizations to create supportive cultures, teach essential soft skills, and prioritize employee mental health. We also touch on the significance of rest, setting boundaries, and the interconnectedness of meaning and work in achieving personal and professional fulfillment.
This week's episode explores themes of leadership, community, and personal growth with their guest, Tristine Harris. We discuss the importance of work-life balance, the role of care in leadership, and the evolving workplace culture. Tristine shares her journey of self-discovery, her commitment to supporting others, and the challenges of navigating work and parenting. Our conversation emphasizes the significance of building relationships, resolving conflicts, and maintaining personal resilience in an ever-changing world.
In this engaging conversation, hosts Isaac and Robin check in with each other before introducing their guest, Grace Johnson. The discussion explores themes of identity beyond work, the importance of community, and the role of intuition in decision-making. Grace shares her experiences in academia, the impact of cultural context on value systems, and the significance of grounding oneself in nature. Their conversation culminates in a declaration of freedom to play, emphasizing the need for creativity and innovation in our lives.
In this episode of the Real Work Chat podcast, hosts Isaac and Robin connect with guest Makeda Richardson, co-owner and COO of Fight Into Fitness, about the complexities of workplace culture, identity, and empathy. They explore Makeda's deep experience in both nonprofit and corporate environments, discussing the challenges of accountability, the importance of community, and the role of fear in the workplace. Makeda reminds us about the importance of compassion and connection at work, as well as the significance of personal declarations for growth and change.
In this episode of The Real Work Chat, Isaac and Robin engage in a deep conversation with Dr. Shawn Bediako about the evolving landscape of work, mental health, and the importance of trust and fairness in the workplace. They explore personal histories with work, the distinction between employment and meaningful work, and the significance of authenticity and autonomy. The discussion also touches on the challenges of leadership, the role of fear and faith, and the necessity of community and diversity in fostering a healthy work environment. Dr. Bediako emphasizes the need for genuine relationships and the importance of declaring commitments for personal growth and well-being in the workplace.
In this episode of The Real Work Podcast, hosts Robin and Isaac engage in a deep conversation about workplace wellbeing, emphasizing the importance of rest, reflection, and the need for a supportive work environment. They explore the Workplace Mental Health and Well-being Framework (2022) from the US Surgeon General for mental health in the workplace, discussing five essential elements: protection from harm, connection and community, work-life harmony, mattering at work, and opportunities for growth. This conversation highlights the significance of psychological safety, the mind-body connection, and the shared responsibility between employers and employees in fostering a healthy workplace culture.
Robin and Isaac introduce the podcast, talk about what brought them to this space together, and outline how they hope to learn and grow through exploring wellness and nonsense at work.
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