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🎙️ Episode 4 – Brave Enough to Be Coached
This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Vicky Murphy from STEP Scotland – and we go deep.

We talk courage. We talk vulnerability. We talk about the real bravery it takes not just to coach… but to be coached.

From shifting gears to full throttle, to learning when to pause and actually rest – Vicky helps us unpack how to find rhythm in the chaos and energy in the stillness.

This one’s for anyone navigating change, chasing growth, or just trying to figure out when to hit the brakes and when to floor it.

🚦 Get ready for insight, inspiration, and a few unexpected truths about what it really means to lead and be led.

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🎙️ The Coaching Lens – Episode 4: Evolving with the System – A Conversation with Matt Gregory
In this episode, we’re joined by Matt Gregory, a highly experienced coach whose journey spans decades of work across leadership, systems, and transformation. We trace Matt’s path from his early coaching influences through to the models and methods that now underpin his evolving approach.

Matt reflects on how his coaching has adapted to the shifting demands of the system around him, from organisational change to people development and how his ability to “notice” has grown as a core coaching skill. We explore the frameworks that have stuck, the ones he’s left behind, and what he believes coaching needs to be in today’s world.

A thoughtful and grounded conversation, packed with insights on staying relevant, reflective, and impactful as a coach in complex environments.

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Episode 3: Looking for Linda (with Jill Robertson)
Welcome to a special episode of The Coaching Lens—our very first featuring a guest. We’re joined by the thoughtful and inspiring Jill Robertson, a coach whose journey into the profession is shaped by empathy, deep listening, and a belief in the power of creating safe spaces for leaders to truly talk and grow.

In this episode, titled Looking for Linda, we explore Jill’s coaching story—how she got here, what drives her, and what she’s discovered along the way. From navigating the shift from doing to being, to the moments of transformation that come from simply being heard, Jill shares honest reflections and practical insights into what it means to coach with care and curiosity.

Whether you’re a fellow coach, a leader seeking space to reflect, or simply curious about the human side of leadership development, this episode offers warmth, wisdom, and a reminder that sometimes, the greatest impact comes from just showing up and listening.

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"The Coaching Lens" is where experienced coaches Alan Rapley and Nick Pullan dive deeper into the art and science of coaching. Each episode unpacks key models, frameworks, and philosophies that have shaped their thinking, all through the lens of real-world coaching practice. Expect open, honest conversations about the vital importance of rapport-building, why trust is the cornerstone of all effective coaching, and how deeper connections drive performance. Thought-provoking, practical, and always light hearted, this is a must-listen for anyone serious about becoming a better coach or leader.

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Coaching Lens! In this opening conversation, we invite you to step behind the mic and get to know your hosts—Alan Rapley and Nick Pullan. From Olympic pools and headteacher offices to executive boardrooms and coaching spaces, we share the journeys that brought us here and the shared passion that fuels this podcast.

This episode sets the stage for what’s to come: honest, insightful conversations with exceptional executive coaches. You'll hear about why we started The Coaching Lens, what coaching means to us, and what you can expect from future episodes as we explore the philosophies, methods, and human stories behind truly great coaching.

If you're a coach, a leader, or just someone who loves learning about what makes people tick; you're in the right place.

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