You've Got Comms Podcast

In this episode of the You've Got Comms Podcast, Staffbase's Samantha Grandinetti chats with Blake Aviles, Senior Communications Specialist at T-Mobile, about the internal podcast Talking with Trailblazers. Originally a live event series, the program evolved into a powerful internal podcast spotlighting courageous conversations, external thought leaders, and T-Mobile’s own people—wherever they work.

Blake shares how the team makes podcasting inclusive, strategic, and deeply human—plus how to pitch big ideas, build host chemistry, and center employee impact. Whether you’re a comms team of one or building something bold, this episode is full of practical insights and inspiration to bring your...

Why are so many companies launching internal podcasts—and what makes them effective? In this episode of the You’ve Got Comms Podcast, Emma Fischer sits down with Maximilian Conrad, CEO and co-founder of Hypecast, to talk about the role of audio in modern internal communication.

They explore how podcasts help organizations connect with distributed teams, build trust through authentic leadership voices, and turn everyday stories into meaningful content. From repurposing episodes into months of material to making CEOs more human, this conversation is packed with practical advice for communicators—no studio required.

In this episode of the You've Got Comms Podcast, Emma Fischer talks with internal communication expert Monique Zytnik about what it really means to communicate at scale.

From her surprising start as a physiotherapist to leading conversations on AI and ethical persuasion, Monique shares actionable advice for building trust, navigating complex organizations, and coaching comms teams through change.

They explore immersive communication, the line between persuasion and manipulation, and why internal comms is about much more than messages—it's about meaning.

In this episode of the You've Got Comms Podcast, host Emma Fischer is joined by Andrea Holland, Head of North America PR at Staffbase, to unpack the findings of the 2025 Employee Communication Impact Study conducted by Staffbase and YouGov.

With over 3,500 employees surveyed across six countries, the conversation digs into trust gaps, overlooked frontline workers, the rise of workplace loneliness, and what actionable steps internal comms professionals can take right now to build clarity, connection, and community. From mobile-first strategies to manager empowerment, this episode delivers both eye-opening data and practical next steps.