What happens when a seven-year-old sees injustice and decides to change the world? In this powerful episode, Mark McBride-Wright speaks with Ayo Sokale — civil engineer, children's TV presenter, tech founder, and author — about what it means to live life on purpose. From witnessing flooding in Nigeria to protecting thousands of homes through engineering, Ayo shares how personal experience shaped her career and calling. She also opens up about building Get Coached, an AI-powered app making coaching accessible to everyone, not just the C-suite.

The conversation dives deep into purpose, equity, and innovation, exploring how we thrive in systems not built for us, and how storytelling and data can work together to drive real change. Whether you're in STEM, leadership, or simply searching for direction, this episode will leave you inspired to act, reflect, and redefine your impact.

In this episode of The Safe Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Benjamin Ralph, Director at Hollis and a leading voice in building safety and fire engineering. From setting fires in the fields of North Devon as a child (for science!) to influencing national building safety policy, Ben shares his deeply personal and professional journey into fire engineering.

Together, they explore how tragedy, like the Grenfell Tower fire, sparked critical changes in UK legislation, and why inclusive fire safety must become the new standard. With insights on equitable design, the future of building safety, and the next generation of engineers, this conversation challenges us to think differently about who is protected, and who is too often left behind.

In this powerful episode of The Safe Leader Podcast, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Mark Wilson, HSE and Operations Director at Offshore Energies UK, for an honest and inspiring conversation on leadership, wellbeing, and the ripple effect of positive change. From giving up alcohol and caffeine to rising through the military ranks, from private soldier to major, Mark shares how personal choices and professional integrity shaped his journey into the energy sector.

Together, they explore what authentic leadership really looks like, why creating a culture of care matters, and how the power of positivity can transform safety and performance in high-risk environments. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this episode offers practical wisdom and real-world insight into what it means to lead with humility, purpose, and impact.