The Firefighters Podcast
The Firefighters Podcast is a global podcast seeking to develop, inspire, connect, motivate, represent & celebrate the world of our emergency services operators through a series of wide-ranging conversations celebrating those within our emergency services family and encouraging the support of this incredible group of people.
Operational UK firefighter Pete Wakefield speaks with individuals from all walks of life who share a connection with, can add value to, or can develop those who choose this life path.
Our driving purpose is to create a legacy resource for the current and future generations of firefighters & first responders
The Firefighters Podcast
#367 Herding sheep & Finding your Natural Leadership sweet spot with Stu Jackson
Today I’m joined by Stuart Jackson — founder of ICE and a true force when it comes to human-centred leadership and cultural transformation. Stuart’s spent decades helping people, teams, and organisations unlock their potential, working across everything from the NHS to UK fire and rescue services. In this episode, we dive into what leadership really looks like in today’s world — the messy, emotional, deeply human kind. We talk about the power of gut instinct, emotional intelligence, and even what animals (yep, animals!) can teach us about leading others. Spoiler: it’s a lot.
This conversation is packed with golden nuggets for anyone on their leadership journey. Stuart and I explore the importance of vulnerability, the trap of toxic masculinity, and why clarity, compassion, and great listening matter more than ever. We touch on frameworks for handling tough conversations, the need to create safe, open spaces for teams, and why embracing imperfection might just be your leadership superpower. If you're ready to lead with more courage, authenticity, and heart — this one’s for you.
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