The Corporate Governance Podcast
The Corporate Governance Podcast, produced by The Corporate Governance Institute, explores corporate boards, ESG, ethical practices, and governance. Hosted by Dan Bryne, it features interviews and case studies aimed at executives, board members, and investors. The podcast bridges theory and practice in corporate governance.
Episodes
The secrets of good boardroom leadership
Dan hosts leadership counsel Dawn Stallwood, author of Beautiful Leadership: Your personal framework for authentic impact. The chat zeroes on on those critical qualities modern directors need to be good leaders. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why boardroom communication is crucial
Dan chats with communications expert Davina Stanley about the common issues of boardroom communication and how to solve them.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Modern boardroom blind spots
A new report from TCGI has revealed an alarming paradox in how prepared directors feel they are to take on modern boardroom challenges. Dan discusses this, and much more, with Anthony Quigley and David Duffy.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The latest trends in governance and proxy voting
Dan and special guest Ryan Wade of Broadridge Financial Services unpack the latest ProxyPulse Report (2025), shining a light on shareholder mood, areas of focus, and levels of proposal support. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keeping your business future-fit
Dan chats with change management expert Frisk Wirya about the importance - and difficulties - in making modern organisations future-fitTo explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The crucial role of whistleblowers
Dan hosts Noreen Metcalf for an in-depth discussion on what it means to be a whistleblower: the challenges and the lessons learned from Noreen's own whistleblowing experience. Whistleblowers are often crucial links in the chain of corporate transparency and accountability, but the journey can often be tough, fuelled by animosity, despite the many calls for them to be protected. To explore your cor
Navigating the AI legal landscape
The latest episode dives deep into the complex world of AI governance and compliance. What is expected of directors as AI responsibilities rapidly evolve around them?To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Let's talk about succession planning
Dan hosts Brian Stafford, CEO of Diligent Corporation, who brings new data about the level of confidence boards have in their succession-planning processes. It's a crucial governance responsibility, but are directors giving it enough attention? To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m
What's going on with DExit?
The latest episode of the Corporate Governance Podcast deals with an emerging trend in US governance. Walker Newell is the guest speaker, and expert in governance and legal affairs, who explains it all. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What's the future of DEI?
Dan and Margot Slattery get to the bottom of what's next for DEI. The movement has taken a battering in recent months as conservative politics increasingly target it. What is the situation on the ground, and what does the future look like?To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in
AI in the boardroom
Dan speaks with AI expert Jamie Bykov Brett on the realities of how AI is transforming boardrooms and governance responsibilities. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is it time to ditch the word 'fiduciary'?
Is it time to ditch the word 'fiduciary'? Dan's latest guest, Marc Steinberg, thinks that the term doesn't apply to modern directors' roles. Marc has recently authored a new book titled "Corporate Director and Officer Liability — “Discretionaries” Not Fiduciaries" about this very subject. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today.
The essential governance playbook
The latest edition of the corporate governance podcast stresses why it’s important to have a good game plan in the modern boardroom. Dan hosts Jonathan Foster for an in-depth discussionTo explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why lifelong learning is crucial
Dan hosts Nancy Spears and David Duffy for an in-depth look at the value of lifelong learningTo explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Boardroom Psychology
Dive into the essentials of boardroom psychology and see how much issues like bias, appetite for change and communication affect boardroom decision-making. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Where is ESG going next?
Is ESG dying or just evolving? Dan and Niall Collins of the Institute of Sustainability Studies discuss what's next for the movement plagued by strong pushback from right-wing governments and companies who can't cope with the red tape. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor
A new governance code
In this episode, Dan Byrne speaks with Níall Fitzgerald of Chartered Accountants Ireland about the new Irish Corporate Governance Code and how closely it overlaps with the UK's code... despite the differences Brexit has carved between both nations. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f
Politics and governance
In this episode, Dan speaks with Dr Thomas Fewer of the NobleReach Foundation in the United States about the presence of polarised politics in modern governance.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Getting started on AI governance
Dan and Paul Stark discuss AI in the boardroom and how to get start with this huge shift in corporate leadershipTo explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to tackle CSRD
Dan and Mark Kane discuss the EU's new sustainability reporting rulebook - the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), and taking the fear out of new responsibilities.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
AI and corporate governance
Dan sits down with Sharmla Chetty, CEO of Duke Corporate Education, on the sweeping changes AI is set to bring to corporate governance. They explore both the potential and the risks, and how directors can address them.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to be a good chair
In this episode, Dan Byrne speaks with David Duffy - co-founder and chief innovation officer at the Corporate Governance Institute - about the crucial role of chair of the board, how it has changed through the years, and what modern chairs need to do to make their role a success. To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hos
The importance of diversity, equity and inclusion
In this episode, Dan speaks with John Chrimes, programme director, NED, and governance advisor about how diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is evolving, and how boards navigate the challenge amid fierce debate on the concept worldwide.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf
Governance is changing
In this episode, Dan speaks with Ruth Odih, assistant company secretary at Centrica Plc, about the dramatic shifts we’re seeing in corporate governance and the skillsets directors will need to adapt.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportunities today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Governance across borders and cultures
In this episode, Dan speaks with Stefan Steinhardt, an experienced CEO who has worked with businesses across the European continent and navigated a wealth of corporate structures and cultures. Dan and Stefan discuss the most crucial elements of governing a modern, cross-border company and perfecting the important tasks of communication and compliance.To explore your corporate leadership opportunit
Crossing the chasm
In this episode, Dan speaks with Tom Cullen, Deputy Director General at SIMI about overseeing ESG transitions in the motor industry. ESG transitions are often faced with a challenge known as “crossing the chasm”. Dan and Tom will get to the bottom of what this means and how to navigate a business through itTo explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opp
Governance in a non-profit
In this episode, Dan speaks with Muddy Ramrakha, an impact investor based in Nairobi, Kenya, who has many years of experience in corporate leadership. Dan and Muddy sit down to discuss the ins and outs of serving on a non-profit board and how the typical pressing issues of governance today - like ESG and AI adaption - impact the NGO world.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check o
The Duty of Foresight
In this episode, Dan speaks with expert governance consultant Jeff De Cagna about the “duty of foresight” in corporate governance. If you’re not familiar with the term, don’t worry. You’ll get expert insights into what it means and why it’s so crucial for boards to consider as part of a sustainable strategy.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership op
The Future of Working
In this episode, Dan dives into the future of corporate governance with Dr. Marianne Roux, an expert in leadership and organisational strategy. They explore how evolving business landscapes and new technologies are reshaping governance, leadership, and the workplace. Join them for insights on navigating these changes, staying ahead of trends, and what it all means for the future of work.To explore
The Corporate Governance Podcast Trailer
This new series of audio insights will feature guest speakers with proven industry experience who understand today's changing governance landscape and responsibilities. Dive into expert advice, innovative strategies and the latest trends shaping the future of corporate leadership and accountability.To explore your corporate leadership opportunities, check out our courses and membership opportuniti
