Coaches On The Couch

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Rachel Birchmore and Louise Rodgers

Coaches On The Couch is the podcast from the coaches behind Step Up (stepuplondon.com) the leadership development programme for architects and built... more

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Gareth Atkinson, Civic “There was a strategic approach but also some happy coincidences, based on exploring who would be a good fit and aligned with our values.”

In this episode Rachel and Louise discuss with three directors of Civic (Gareth Atkinson, Katrina Davis and Rob Harris) how... more

20 Mar 2025 · 34 minutes

Andy Puncher, design director "It was about identifying what I wanted to do and where I wanted to be and there was no role out there on any of the job sites for that, so I had to invent it."

Another in a series of conversations with guests who have moved away from a practice they founded, or co-founded, and... more

27 Feb 2025 · 27 minutes

Aga Szedzianis, DSDHA “Since 2016, the mid-level career or associate salaries dropped by 25%... quite a big drop!”

Rachel and Louise are joined by a couchful of architects from DSDHA, nimtim architects, Morris + Company and Ackroyd Lowrie... more

13 Feb 2025 · 43 minutes

Miranda MacLaren, Director of Orms “When you first arrive, you just have to really listen”

John McRae, Director of Orms, rejoins the virtual couch four years on from his first visit and this time with... more

30 Jan 2025 · 32 minutes

Hari Phillips, co-founder of Bell Phillips Architects. "It doesn't seem like the really big names in the profession want to rock the boat and speak out about these important issues."

A second conversation with a founder who has taken the decision to step away. Hari Phillips discusses his new found... more

19 Dec 2024 · 37 minutes

Nicholas Barrows, Director of Marketing, Trowers & Hamlins “" We can't afford to build a culture that upholds our values unless we are commercially successful."

Rachel and Louise’s guest is Nicholas Barrows, Director of Marketing with law firm Trowers & Hamlins. They talk mental health,neurodiversity... more

12 Dec 2024 · 37 minutes

Christophe Egret, co-founder of Studio Egret West. “I am letting in a little oxygen to allow the hierarchy and dynamics of the studio to develop in a different way.”

A soulful conversation. Louise and Rachel talk to Christophe Egret about his decision to step away from his role as... more

21 Nov 2024 · 27 minutes

Neil Pinder, educator and activist “The power of the word can shatter or enhance someone’s ability to do great things.”

The importance of enthusiasm in leadership. Neil Pinder and Emily Foster explore the role of enthusiasm, in life and in... more

31 Oct 2024 · 43 minutes

Louise Rodgers, “The energy of humiliation is powerful and universal and gives rise to many painful situations in life.”

Rachel and Louise chat about four books that caught their interest over the summer finding links between them and lessons... more

17 Oct 2024 · 37 minutes

Jo Bacon, Allies and Morrison “We have been better at making time to reflect; and to listen, engage and consult with our wider team.”

Another returning guest. This time, Jo Bacon of Allies and Morrison. Rachel and Louise use this time with Jo to... more

25 Jul 2024 · 34 minutes

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Gareth Atkinson, Civic “There was a strategic approach but also some happy coincidences, based on exploring who would be a good fit and aligned with our values.”

Coaches On The Couch