Under the Rug at Work
by Nicole Turnbull | Chief Courage Officer | Neon Shed
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work with Nicole Turnbull from Neon Shed where I shine light on workplace problems that are normally swept under the rugComing to you from Worimi Country on the Mid North Coast of NSW AustraliaFind out more at www.neonshed.com.au
Episodes
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Unnecessary Suffering with Kate McNeill
Some suffering at work is part of being challenged, learning and growing. But how much of it is actually necessary? In this episode, we look at the friction, expectations and ways of working that can contribute to burnout and ask what could change if workplaces took the time to understand what’s...
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Difficult Conversations with Jennifer Bicknell
Avoiding a difficult conversation may feel easier, but workplace issues rarely resolve themselves. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull, chats with…
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The Wellness Paradox with Amy Green
The wellness industry is booming, yet burnout, stress and exhaustion continue to rise. So what if we've been focusing on the wrong solution? Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. In this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage...
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Why change fails with Lata Hamilton
Change doesn't fail because people resist it. More often, it fails because people are left out of the process. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. In this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull, chats...
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When Safety Lands in Court with Tony Morris
When safety failures end up in court, the consequences extend far beyond legal penalties. Investigations, leadership scrutiny, personal liability and years of disruption can have a lasting impact on organisations and the people within them. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light…
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Just apologise with Jo Tarnawsky
Sometimes the harm isn’t the original issue - it’s what happens after someone speaks up. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull, chats with Jo Tarnawsky…
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Grief at Work with Sally Healey and Jessie Williams
Grief at work is often avoided, rushed or handed off, but the way we respond can shape whether someone feels supported or alone. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer…
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Autoimmune disease at work with Fay Calderone
Autoimmune disease is often invisible at work, but its impact on workers, teams and leadership decisions is anything but. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer, Nicole...
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The Unspoken Layer of Leadership with Ros Cardinal
Leadership is never just about strategy, titles or decision-making on paper. It is also about navigating the hidden dynamics, quiet tensions and power plays that shape what really happens at work. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under…
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Play isn't frivolous with Dara Simkin and Tané Hunter
Play is not a distraction from work - it helps people think clearly, connect with others and adapt when things feel high pressure. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer,...
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Feeling Unsafe To Speak Up with David Morgan
When workers don’t feel safe to speak up, problems don’t disappear - they escalate. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull, chats with David Morgan about…
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Why We Avoid Hard Conversations with Amy Jacobson
Hard conversations shape culture, safety and performance, yet most of us avoid them until the damage is done. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull chats...
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Stigma is a cop out with Craig Semple
Stigma keeps people silent and unsafe at work. This episode looks at why it’s a cop out and what needs to change. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. On this episode, our Founder and Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull,...
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Real Conversations with Mitch Wallis
Talking is not the same as connecting. If leaders don’t learn the difference, psychological safety falls through the cracks. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. I’m your host, Nicole Turnbull, and today I’m chatting with…
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Your Inner Critic with Mark Jones
When your inner critic takes the wheel, it can derail your confidence, cloud your decisions and fuel burnout. It shapes how we think, lead and show up at work, often without us even realising it. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under…
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Stop Powering Through with Lizzie Williamson
Pushing through might look productive, but it’s draining our energy and fuelling burnout. It’s a habit so many of us fall into, thinking it proves our dedication, yet it’s one of the biggest barriers to sustainable performance and wellbeing. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light…
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When Inclusion Leaves You Out with Cameron Carr
Inclusion is meant to bring people in, yet too often it leaves the very people it’s designed to support feeling invisible. This conversation looks at why that happens and what leaders can do differently. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept...
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The Cost of Narcissistic Leadership with Jane Phipps
Narcissistic leadership leaves a trail of hidden costs - to people, culture and performance. This episode explores what it looks like, how it harms, and how leaders can choose courage over control. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under...
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Alcohol, safety and work with Sarah Connelly
Alcohol is often woven into workplace culture, from casual drinks after hours to formal events and celebrations. While it can feel like a way to connect or unwind, the reality is that regular drinking has hidden impacts on safety, wellbeing and performance at work. By looking more closely at how...
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The Silent Cost of Menopause with Deidre Lekas
Menopause is a normal stage of life, yet it continues to be misunderstood and overlooked in workplaces. The lack of awareness, support, and empathy has a real cost that affects women, their teammates, managers, and the business itself. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the...
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Before The Alarm Sounds with David Laarhoven
Most workplaces treat emergency planning as a compliance task. They run a yearly fire drill, appoint a few fire wardens, and tick the box. But when a real emergency happens, that ticked box is not enough to keep people safe. Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things…
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AI: Panic vs Power with Leanne Shelton
AI is here but are we using it the right way? From lifeless emails to generic marketing, workplaces are jumping on AI to save time. But without a human-first approach, we risk losing trust, connection and credibility. In this episode of Under the Rug at Work, host Nicole Turnbull sits down with...
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Return To Work Mandates with Lisa George
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull speaks with Lisa George, the Remote Team Queen and CEO of Momentum Rehab, about why return-to-work mandates often fail and what leaders should be doing...
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Proactive interventions with Ruth Kent
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. I’m your host, Nicole Turnbull, and today I’m chatting with Ruth Kent about proactive interventions. Ruth Kent is a workplace wellbeing consultant, trainer, and executive wellbeing and...
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Outdated Hierarchies with Cherie Mylordis
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. I’m your host, Nicole Turnbull, and today I’m chatting with Cherie Mylordis about conscious unbossing - a bold approach to leadership that challenges outdated hierarchies and reimagines how...
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Managing Psychosocial Risk
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the things that are normally swept under the rug. I’m your host, Nicole Turnbull, and today I’m chatting with Dr Caroline Howe about the biggest problem employers face when managing psychosocial risk. Caroline is the founder of Create…
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Addressing Sexual Harassment - Part 2
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine a light on issues that are often ignored in the workplace. In part two of this important conversation, host Nicole Turnbull continues her discussion with Dr Skye Charry, sex discrimination law expert, Associate Professor and Chief Consultant at SAC...
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Sexual Harassment Part 1: Regulations and Legislation
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine a light on issues that are often ignored in the workplace. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull speaks with Dr Skye Charry – sex discrimination law expert, Associate Professor, and Chief Consultant at SAC Consulting – about how sexual harassment…
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Running on Empty: Why Fatigue Isn’t Just a Shift Worker Problem
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine a light on issues that are often ignored in the workplace. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull speaks with Tammy Howell, ICU nurse turned workplace health consultant, about the hidden risks of fatigue. From undiagnosed illness and poor sleep to...
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Co-Founder Conflict with Devika Dey
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine a light on issues that are often ignored in the workplace. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull speaks with Devika Dey, a Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor who provides mental health support for small businesses, about the root causes of...
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Why Modesty is Dangerous
Welcome to Under the Rug, where we shine a light on issues that are often swept under the rug. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull speaks with communications and marketing expert Brook McCarthy about the hidden dangers of modesty in professional spaces. 🔎In this episode, we discuss: ✔️How...
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The Science of Happiness at Work
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine a light on issues that are often ignored in the workplace. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull chats with Declan Edwards, founder of BU Happiness College and TEDx speaker, to explore why workplace happiness matters more than ever. Declan shares…
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The Barriers Women Face: Shining Light on Systemic Inequality
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on issues that are often swept under the rug. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull sits down with Samantha Sutherland, a DEI and Gender Equity Consultant, to unpack the real barriers that women face in the workplace.Samantha recounts her...
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From Crisis to Awakening: Navigating Midlife Work Woes
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work, where we shine light on the issues that are often swept under the rug. In this episode, host Nicole Turnbull sits down with Frances Scadden , a Women's Empowerment Coach, Speaker and Mentor, to explore Midlife Work Woes. Frances challenges the conventional notion...
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From Boss to Mentor: How Heart-Led Leadership Transforms Workplace Culture
In this episode of Under the Rug at Work, Chief Courage Officer Nicole Turnbull chats with Amy Christopherson, Founder of Grounded HR and HR Business Partner, who specialises in people-first practices. They explore what it means to shift from a traditional, task-focused boss to a nurturing,...
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Under the Rug at Work Podcast Reintroduction with Nicole Turnbull
🎙️ Reintroducing Under the Rug at Work for 2025! Hi, I’m Nicole Turnbull, Founder and Chief Courage Officer at Neon Shed. If this is your first time tuning in - welcome! Under the Rug at Work is a podcast dedicated to shedding light on the uncomfortable, often ignored workplace issues that…
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Unconscious Bias with Clare Edwards
Unconscious bias doesn’t just influence our thoughts - it shapes our workplaces too. In this episode of Under the Rug at Work, Chief Courage Officer Nicole Turnbull sits down with Clare Edwards to shine a light on this critical topic. We explore: How unconscious bias impacts decision-making,...
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The impact of Divorce with Sallyanne Hartnell
Divorce and relationship breakdowns don’t just stay at home - they show up at work too. In this episode of Under the Rug at Work, Chief Courage Officer Nicole Turnbull chats with Relationship and Divorce Coach Sallyanne Hartnell, founder of Reflect Coaching. We explore: How divorce impacts...
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State of Burnout with Sally Clarke
Chief Courage Officer Nicole Turnbull sheds light on the State of Burnout with Sally Clarke. Sally is an author, Senior Consultant at Infinite Potential and the Co-Host of We Are Human Leaders. For the last 4 years, Infinite potential has developed the State of Burnout Report. Sally shares the...
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2024 Psychosocial Safety Summit Special
🎙️ Welcome to a Special Episode of Under the Rug at Work! In this episode, join Founder and Chief Courage Officer Nicole Turnbull as she recaps the 2024 Psychosocial Safety Summit held this October in Brisbane. She dives into the highlights from the 2 powerful days, including insights from the...
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Family and Domestic Violence at Work with Penelope Twemlow
In this episode of Under the Rug at Work, Chief Courage Officer Nicole Turnbull talks to Penelope Twemlow about family and domestic violence at work. Penelope is a Director at Ashurst Risk Advisory, a Management Executive in the Royal Australian Navy, and Chairwoman of the not for profit, Women…
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Psychosocial Hazards with Peter Barron, SafeWork NSW Inspector
Chief Courage Officer Nicole Turnbull talks to SafeWork NSW Assistant State Inspector Peter Barron about Psychosocial Hazards on Under the Rug at Work. We chat about the best way to assess psychosocial risks, what inspectors expect to see if the Safety Regulator comes to your workplace and tips…
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Sense of Safety with Dr Johanna Lynch
Nicole Turnbull talks to Dr Johanna Lynch about the Sense of Safety experience. We chat about what happens to us when we don't feel safe, why it's important to have a whole person approach to wellbeing and how to develop a sense of safety in your team. Johanna is a GP, advisor to, and the past...
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2024 Psychosocial Safety Summit and Women in Safety Awards
This is a crossover episode where Nicole Turnbull was a guest on the Women in Safety podcast with Alanna Ball, talking about the incredible 2024 Psychosocial Safety Summit in October. Nicole and Alanna cover the critical topics that will be front and centre at the Summit—things like managing...
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Everything is Interconnected with Jess Price
Nicole Turnbull lifts the rug on how everything is interconnected with Jess Price, Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Paradigm Makers. This is Jess’ second time on the podcast. 12 months ago Jess shared her story of psychological injury at work. Listen here...
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Injury Prevention with Megan Smith
Nicole Turnbull lifts the rug on injury prevention with Megan Smith on this episode of Under the Rug at Work. We chat about the benefits, best practice and what happens if someone does get injured.. Megan is a WHS specialist with over a decade’s experience across a number of industries and you…
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Human Leadership with Alexis Zahner
Nicole Turnbull sheds light on Human Leadership with Alexis Zahner CoFounder and Director at We Are Human Leaders. We chat about how human leadership helps to improve psychological safety, and how to intentionally create a health culture. Connect with Alexis on LinkedIn...
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Attention Management with John Toomey
Our Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull, sheds light on Attention Management with John Toomey. John is the Founder of Wide Awake Wellness, the Global Chair of the Workplace Wellbeing Initiative at the Global Wellness Institute in Miami, the host of the podcast Good Bloke Not Woke, and the…
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The Hero's Journey with Dr Liz Crawford Spencer
Our Chief Courage Officer, Nicole Turnbull, sheds light on the Hero's Journey with Dr Liz Crawford Spencer Liz is a lawyer and has a PhD in planning, law and business. Liz is the author of numerous books and articles. We chat about her latest book Happy at Work: a practical guide to overcoming...
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Racial diversity with Trang Nova
Nicole Turnbull chats about the benefits of ethnic and cultural diversity in the workplace with Trang Nova, TEDx Speaker and a mentor for those who know they’re made for more. Trang shares the challenges ethnic minorities have when it comes to applying for roles and what employers and leaders can...
About this show
Welcome to Under the Rug at Work with Nicole Turnbull from Neon Shed where I shine light on workplace problems that are normally swept under the rugComing to you from Worimi Country on the Mid North Coast of NSW AustraliaFind out more at www.neonshed.com.au
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Nicole Turnbull | Chief Courage Officer | Neon Shed
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