The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast

Welcome to the Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast presented by the Swinburne Professional Staff Network (SPSN) and hosted by Kristy Horne & Nicola Howard. (Previously named: The Podcast Professionals with Kristy & Ash). “The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast with Kristy & Nic” is created and produced by Professional Staff for ALL Swinburne Staff. This podcast is your backstage pass to the incredible staff experiences within our vibrant University. Join us as we dive into inspiring conversations, sharing stories that connect us all. Tune in and be part of the SPSN Podcast experience and thank you for listening!

The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Swinburne University of Technology, with 33 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Swinburne University of Technology hosts The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast, a education show with 33 episodes published.

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  The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast

  Episode 32: SPSN Podcast

  Sep 14, 202623 min

  The latest episode of the Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast is ready to listen to now. This episode is hosted by Nicola Howard, and is the first episode without her Partner in Pod, Kristy Horne, we hope her career break is as wonderful as she hoped it would be. Nicola is joined by Jackie Edin for a thoughtful and practical conversation about what it really takes to create better service experiences, not just by improving processes, but by building trust, reducing friction, and bringing people along as things change. They also unpack what it looks like for EIX to keep growing as a connected, proactive and collaborative partner across Swinburne. A big thank you to Jackie for joining the conversation, to Kirsty for everything she has brought to SPSN, and to the EIX team for making it all happen behind the scenes. Listen now.

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  The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast

  Episode 31: Kristy's Farewell Episode and the Exciting Journey Ahead for the SPSN Podcast

  Jun 3, 202611 min

  In this special final episode of The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast, Kristy & Nic reflect on an incredible journey that began in 2021 during the uncertainty of COVID lockdowns and grew into a much-loved platform for connection, storytelling, and community across Swinburne. As Episode 31 marks Kristy’s final appearance as producer and co-host, they look back on how the podcast evolved from The Podcast Professionals with Kristy & Ash, and how it became a space that helped recreate those everyday conversations and human moments that were missing during remote work. Together they revisit standout guest conversations, memorable moments with colleagues from across Swinburne and Sarawak, and the many stories that have highlighted the warmth, humour, and depth of the Swinburne community. Kristy and Nic also reflect on the impact the podcast has had beyond each episode, from inspiring new staff podcasters to contributing to initiatives like the Swinburne Podcast Showcase and including this podcast on Swinburne Radio. Kristy shares her next chapter as she prepares to leave Swinburne, including her continued passion for podcasting across other projects such as Research for Social Impact, The Killer Storyteller, and Two Cousins One Chat. Nic pays tribute to Kristy’s leadership, creativity, and energy, and shares her commitment to continuing the podcast’s legacy into its next chapter. So stay tuned for more information here! As they sign off, they thank each and every guest and listeners for being part of the journey and for helping shape a podcast built on connection, storytelling, and community. Grab your tissues....yes there are a few tears and lots of laughter too! As always Thank You for listening ❤️ Kristy and Nic

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  The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast

  Episode 30: 2025 End of Year Wrap ️

  Dec 18, 202517 min

  In this special end-of-year episode of The Swinburne Professional Staff Network Podcast, Kristy & Nic celebrate a major milestone, Episode 30 and they take time to reflect on a big year of conversations, connection, and community across Swinburne. Looking back on 2025, they revisit standout moments from the podcast, including powerful discussions on accessibility, international celebrations marking Sarawak’s 25-year anniversary, community stories with Mai and Selena, and a dynamic panel featuring placement students working as professional staff. They also reflect on the evolving purpose of SPSN and the podcast’s role in amplifying professional staff voices while bringing all Swinburne staff together. Kristy shares her personal highlights from the year, from recording the Sarawak celebration episode and Nic reflects on the impact of student-led episodes and the exciting career pathways that have followed for those involved. There’s also BIG NEWS for the podcast, with The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast officially joining Swinburne Radio, thanks to the support of Peter Mercarto, and also a sneak peek at what’s lined up for 2026. As the year comes to a close, we both extend our best wishes to all listeners and invite staff from across the university to get in touch and be part of future episodes. Thank you so much for your ongoing support and for listening, see you in 2026 xo Kristy and Nicola #SwinburneSpirit #ProfessionalStaff #PodcastCommunity Listen now on Apple Podcasts, the Swinburne Commons YouTube channel, the Swinburne Commons site and now on Swinburne Radio!

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  The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast

  Episode 30: 2025 End of Year Wrap ️

  Dec 18, 202517 min

  In this special end-of-year episode of The Swinburne Professional Staff Network Podcast, Kristy & Nic celebrate a major milestone, Episode 30 and they take time to reflect on a big year of conversations, connection, and community across Swinburne. Looking back on 2025, they revisit standout moments from the podcast, including powerful discussions on accessibility, international celebrations marking Sarawak’s 25-year anniversary, community stories with Mai and Selena, and a dynamic panel featuring placement students working as professional staff. They also reflect on the evolving purpose of SPSN and the podcast’s role in amplifying professional staff voices while bringing all Swinburne staff together. Kristy shares her personal highlights from the year, from recording the Sarawak celebration episode and Nic reflects on the impact of student-led episodes and the exciting career pathways that have followed for those involved. There’s also BIG NEWS for the podcast, with The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast officially joining Swinburne Radio, thanks to the support of Peter Mercarto, and also a sneak peek at what’s lined up for 2026. As the year comes to a close, we both extend our best wishes to all listeners and invite staff from across the university to get in touch and be part of future episodes. Thank you so much for your ongoing support and for listening, see you in 2026 xo Kristy and Nicola #SwinburneSpirit #ProfessionalStaff #PodcastCommunity Listen now on Apple Podcasts, the Swinburne Commons YouTube channel, the Swinburne Commons site and now on Swinburne Radio!

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  The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast

  Episode 29: Inside Swinburne: Students as Staff

  Oct 28, 202537 min

  In this special episode of The Swinburne Professional Staff Podcast, hosts Kristy and Nic are joined by a panel of Swinburne students who are also employees or completing professional placements at Swinburne. Tune in to hear their unique stories, experiences and what it’s like for students to be a part of what goes on behind the scenes across the university. Thanks for listening. Created by: Kristy Horne: Host Nicola Howard: Host Rohan Gerrard: Producer Emily Grech: Guest Student, EIX Junior Designer, Producer Charlotte Dyer: Guest Professional Placement Student, Producer Christina Hatzis: Guest Professional Placement Student Tessa Mordue: Guest Professional Placement Student Aaryan Bhati: Guest Professional Placement Student Thaddeus Shu: Guest Professional Placement Student Mia Leang: Guest Professional Placement Student Listen now on Apple Podcasts, the Swinburne Commons YouTube channel, or the Swinburne Commons site.

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