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Battleground Chats

Battleground Chats

Written by: Craig Goldberg
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 Hear from the Battleground team as they chat to risk and resilience professionals about their journey, views and ideas on all things GRC. With connections around the world, Craig Goldberg interviews passionate risk and resilience colleagues in short 15 minute episodes. The show delves into why people joined the profession, how their background helps them achieve in the industry and advice for those interested in risk and resilience. Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Helen Lipscombe (BCI World 2025)

    Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Helen Lipscombe (BCI World 2025)
    Jan 14 2026
    In this episode of Battleground Chats, I sit down with Helen Lipscombe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-lipscombe-fbci-b14a1621/) live from BCI World Hybrid in London. Helen shares her unique journey from working on oil rigs as a geologist to becoming a leader in business continuity and crisis management. We delve into how her scientific background shaped her structured approach to resilience planning. Helen emphasises the importance of mindset and culture in building effective resilience strategies, advocating for plans that focus on outcomes rather than rigid scenarios. We discuss the significance of engaging leadership and fostering a culture of adaptability and preparedness. Join us for an insightful conversation on navigating uncertainty and building resilient organizations.
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    16 mins
  • 2025 in review with the Battleground Crew

    2025 in review with the Battleground Crew
    Dec 12 2025
    Join me, Craig Goldberg, on Battleground Chats for our special year-end episode, "Battleground Chats - 2025 in Review with the Battleground Crew." I'm joined by Directors Luke Smailes, Joe McDavitt, and Peter Duffy as we delve into the lessons learned from a transformative 2025. We explore the challenges of keeping business continuity plans relevant and the importance of understanding severe but plausible disruptions. Joe highlights the significance of CPS 230 compliance, while Peter discusses moving beyond COVID-era resilience strategies. We also touch on the evolving landscape of risk management, emphasizing the need to address a broader range of threats beyond cyber risks. As we wrap up the year, we reflect on the resilience required to navigate these complexities and look forward to what 2026 may bring. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the state of risk and resilience across industries.
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    18 mins
  • Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Jodie Wentworth

    Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Jodie Wentworth
    Nov 28 2025
    In this episode of Battleground Chats, I sit down with my long-time friend and resilience expert, Jodie Wentworth (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodie-wentworth-12896a33/). We delve into Jodie's journey from her early days in the UK, where she stumbled into the field of business continuity, to her pivotal role at London Underground and then in Australia across consulting, utilities and critical infrastructure. Jodie shares her experiences managing crises, from gas leaks to the 7th of July bombings, and how these events shaped her understanding of resilience. We discuss the challenges of connecting back-office operations with frontline crisis management and the continuous learning required in this field. Jodie also reflects on her consulting career, highlighting the importance of demonstrating value and fostering crisis leadership. Join us for an insightful conversation about resilience, risk management, and the lessons learned from a career dedicated to keeping organisations prepared for the unexpected.
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    16 mins
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