Episode 31! Debra and Peter are back, tackling some hefty themes with their usual wit and wisdom.Peter kicks off with a fascinating dive into "The Art of Delivery", a new book exploring the real-world messiness of turning strategy into impact. From Prime Ministerial promises to classroom outcomes, and even drones in Ukraine, the duo reflect on what it really takes to get things done.That messiness also shows up in charity work, whether it’s launching a governance app or campaigning for change. They celebrate the power of persistence and share behind-the-scenes stories that prove successful delivery is as much about culture as it is about planning.Then it’s onto Volunteers Week. What do volunteers really need? How do you keep them motivated, and when does their goodwill become hard to manage? Expect honest takes and plenty of praise for the unsung heroes of the sector.Finally, they dig into the government’s latest Dormant Assets announcement. Good news for funding if it gets distributed wisely. Will Peter survive the democracy of cricket? The vote is in! Plus: memories of pocket money, cheques and the disappearing art of going to the bank.Subscribe and don’t miss the next episode!The Art of Delivery: https://www.bitebackpublishing.com/books/the-art-of-delivery The Governance App: https://thegovernanceapp.org.uk/YouTube Subscribe: https://YouTube.com/@DSCOnlineMore Debra Allcock Tyler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-allcock-tyler-8013214/More Peter Wanless: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sir-peter-wanless-b43aa372/Produced by: Directory of Social Change https://www.dsc.org.ukPodcast Producer: José Blazquez

Episode 30! That’s over 15 hours of Debra and Peter unpacking complex ideas and challenging assumptions!This week, Debra and Peter dive into some of the most complex issues in the charity sector. First up: political activity. Why are charities legally restricted from engaging in political campaigning, while businesses are free to openly support parties and candidates? They talk about the implications of this regulatory double standard and ask whether it's time for a serious rethink.Then, the spotlight turns to think tanks. Debra and Peter discuss the controversy surrounding the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) and question what qualifies an organisation to claim charitable status. From opaque funding sources to ideological influence, they explore what real transparency should look like—and whether certain groups may be stretching the definition of 'education' just a bit too far.Are these just isolated cases, or signs of deeper cracks in the sector’s regulatory foundation? Tune in for a lively, thoughtful discussion—and don’t forget to join the debate. Comment below or email us with your thoughts!YouTube Subscribe: YouTube.com/@DSCOnlineMore Debra Allcock TylerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-allcock-tyler-8013214/ More Peter WanlessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sir-peter-wanless-b43aa372/Produced by: Directory of Social Change https://www.dsc.org.ukPodcast Producer: José Blázquez

This week's episode brings us a cracking mix of topics:

Ever forgotten your passport before an international flight, or are you the one who turns up four hours early?

Debra and Peter chat about the latest Sentencing Review and the absolutely vital role of criminal charities within it. They also share their views on the current political landscape, with the latest local elections and the rising prominence of Reform UK.

And discuss the news about an asylum seeker bringing his dog to the UK by small boat, and how some media have sensationalised the story negatively.

Plus, they delve into an initiative Debra was working on to make rented homes more pet-friendly (even if it's an indoor donkey!).

All this and more, in Episode 29 of Debra and Peter are Doing a Podcast!

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Debra and Peter have an interesting debate about immigration, prompted by Keir Starmer's recent speech on immigration in the UK and his comment: 'The UK risks becoming an island of strangers without strong rules on immigration and integration.'They also discuss Artificial Intelligence, commenting on the recent Neighbourly report that states that 80% of small charities are not using AI.The Charity AI Conference - https://www.dsc.org.uk/event/the-charity-ai-conference-setting-yourself-up-for-success/ 5 Rights Foundation: Children & AI Design Code - https://5rightsfoundation.com/children-and-ai-code-of-conduct/ Send your questions to jblazquez@dsc.org.uk or comment below for the next episode!YouTube Subscribe: YouTube.com/@DSCOnline More Debra Allcock TylerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-allcock-tyler-8013214/ More Peter WanlessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sir-peter-wanless-b43aa372/ Produced by: Directory of Social Change https://www.dsc.org.uk Podcast Producer: José Blázquez

Tune in to Episode 27 of 'Debra and Peter are doing a Podcast' for an insightful discussion on leadership, change management, and navigating complex issues in the charity sector. Debra and Peter explore the power of positive framing, and DSC's values of Excellence and Empathy. They also tackle the complexities of navigating controversial issues, including whether organizations should publicly share their opinions. Plus, Peter shares an inspiring motto to live by: Be brave, be kind, and be the best version of yourself.Send your questions to jblazquez@dsc.org.uk or comment below for the next episode!YouTube Subscribe: YouTube.com/@DSCOnline More Debra Allcock TylerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-allcock-tyler-8013214/ More Peter WanlessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sir-peter-wanless-b43aa372/ Produced by: Directory of Social Change https://www.dsc.org.uk Podcast Producer: José Blázquez

After a week's break for Easter to recharge our batteries (unlike Peter's car), we are back with a new episode, where Debra and Peter discuss health and the importance of sharing information (especially between Trustees, Chairs, and Executives) as well as the value of asking challenging questions.

As the cricket season progresses and Peter's team is unfortunately underperforming, Peter asks Debra how to approach these leadership situations and how to find the balance between challenge and support and Debra provides a key recommendation: LEARN, ADAPT, and EVOLVE.

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Special episode number 25 where Debra and Peter answer the questions you've sent us during the week! What's one of your career highlights? Favourite campaign you've been involved in? Best advice would you give to someone starting a career in the charity sector?...and more! Send your questions to jblazquez@dsc.org.uk or comment below for the next episode!YouTube Subscribe: YouTube.com/@DSCOnline More Debra Allcock TylerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-allcock-tyler-8013214/ Twitter: https://x.com/DebAllcockTyler More Peter WanlessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sir-peter-wanless-b43aa372/ Twitter: https://x.com/peterwanless Produced by: Directory of Social Change https://www.dsc.org.uk Podcast Producer: José Blázquez

In today's episode, Debra and Peter discuss about this topic, which came up in a meeting they both attended in person. In connection with OXFAM's announcement about jobs at risk to save £10m, our presenters talk about the message left by the article when mentioning the 'efficiency of charities'. And on a more positive note, they both commented on the news about The Henry Smith Charity giving its grant holders a one-off payment later this year to cover the remainder of their current grant!And to celebrate next week's episode 25, we are asking our listeners to send us questions for Debra and Peter as the next episode will be a Q&A with them!Send your questions to jblazquez@dsc.org.uk or comment below for the next episode!YouTube Subscribe: YouTube.com/@DSCOnline More Debra Allcock TylerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-allcock-tyler-8013214/ Twitter: https://x.com/DebAllcockTyler More Peter WanlessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sir-peter-wanless-b43aa372/ Twitter: https://x.com/peterwanless Produced by: Directory of Social Change https://www.dsc.org.uk Podcast Producer: José Blázquez