Episodes 125
Avg. Duration 21m
Activity Highly Active
Since Dec 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Frustrated & Exhausted explores the realities of leadership inside modern organisations. Hosted by Ruth Wood, the podcast looks beyond individual capability to the conditions that shape how work really happens - from decision-making and team dynamics to trust, challenge and organisational culture. Through solo episodes and conversations with senior leaders, it offers a thoughtful, practical perspective on what helps people and teams perform at their best - and what quietly gets in the way.”

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The Conditions That Make Change Possible with Kathryn Eade

Jun 09, 2026 38m

In this episode, Ruth is joined by Kathryn Eade, Head of Strategic Change at the University of Salford and founder of the Female Leadership Collective. With over 20 years' experience in leading…

The Leadership Conditions Nobody Talks About: What Actually Drives Performance

Jun 02, 2026 12m

In this episode, Ruth explores the hidden drivers behind team and organizational performance that are rarely discussed—conditions and systems rather than just individual leadership strengths. Rather…

When To Push & When To Walk Away – How Leaders Decide Between Persistence & Pivoting with Tina Munglani

May 26, 2026 34m

In this episode, Ruth is joined by Tina Muglani Siddiqui, whose dynamic career has spanned the aviation, hospitality, and construction industries, as well as her current role in fintech and her…

When Smart People Stop Speaking – Psychological Safety In Teams

May 19, 2026 9m

In this episode, Ruth unpacks the subtle dynamics that emerge when highly capable people in organizations become hesitant to speak up in team settings. Drawing from a recent experience observing a…

Why Good People Feel Exhausted At Work

May 12, 2026 10m

In this episode, Ruth dives into a pervasive issue she’s observed in high-performing organizations: why even the most capable, committed people end up feeling exhausted at work. Drawing on real-life…

A Quiet Shift For Frustrated & Exhausted

May 05, 2026 6m

In this episode of "Frustrated and Exhausted," Ruth returns after a brief pause to reflect on what’s really at the root of burnout, frustration, and stagnation—especially for women in leadership.…

When Leaders Mean Well

Feb 10, 2026 10m

In this episode I explore a tough but hopeful topic: why trust can erode in organizations even when leaders have the best intentions. Drawing from real conversations and coaching experiences with…

Too Nice to Trust?

Feb 03, 2026 10m

Welcome to Frustrated and Exhausted, In this episode, we dig into an important leadership topic: the difference between genuine trust and simply being “nice” within senior teams. Why do so many…

Why Leaders Avoid Clarity

Jan 27, 2026 11m

Welcome back to another episode of Frustrated and Exhausted. In this episode, I dive deep into the reasons why leaders often shy away from clarity—and the real costs this can have on teams and…

Pointless Leadership Conversations

Jan 20, 2026 11m

Welcome back to Frustrated and Exhausted! In this insightful episode, I dive into the reality behind those endlessly repetitive leadership conversations that never seem to spark real change. If…

Belonging Is A Performance Issue

Jan 13, 2026 11m

In this episode, I explore the often-overlooked connection between belonging and performance at work. Rather than framing belonging as something "nice" or optional, I make the case that real…

Living With The Cost Of Unreliable Leadership

Jan 06, 2026 11m

In this episode of Frustrated and Exhausted, Speaker I dive into the powerful topic of how unreliable leadership impacts women, their well-being, and their performance at work. Instead of focusing on…

The Year We Carried

Dec 30, 2025 10m

In this reflective year-end episode, I take listeners on a gentle pause to sit with the reality of the year they've just carried. It's not the polished, social-media version of the year, but an…

The Permission Slip

Dec 23, 2025 7m

Welcome to "Frustrated and Exhausted, a podcast dedicated to empowering women in their careers and leadership journeys without compromising well-being or sanity.In this heartfelt holiday…

The Inclusion Edit

Dec 16, 2025 32m

Welcome to another episode of "Frustrated and Exhausted," where we talk all things women, career, and leadership without sacrificing well-being. This episode, “The Inclusion Edit,” is a special…

The Purpose Edit

Dec 09, 2025 25m

Welcome to the two-year anniversary of Frustrated and Exhausted! In this special “Purpose Edit” episode, we’re taking a grounded look at what purpose really means for women’s careers and…

The Resilience Edit

Dec 02, 2025 22m

Welcome to a special two-year anniversary compilation episode of "Frustrated and Exhausted." This week, the focus is on resilience—but not in the “just carry on” sense. The conversation centers on…

The Unfinished Year

Nov 25, 2025 15m

In this thoughtful episode, I explore the familiar pressure to “finish strong” as the year winds down. I unpacks the sense of collective urgency that builds in workplaces and homes as December…

Mirror Mirror - Leadership and Self-Delusion

Nov 18, 2025 10m

In this insightful episode, I dive deep into the theme of self-reflection and authenticity in leadership. I explore how leaders can become distanced from their true selves, often falling for a…

Authenticity In Action

Nov 11, 2025 42m

In this inspiring conversation, Lucy Barnes shares her personal journey from growing up in the care system to her current role as a pupil barrister and founder of Lawyers who Care—the UK’s first…

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How many episodes does Frustrated And Exhausted have?

Frustrated And Exhausted has published 125 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is Frustrated And Exhausted still active?

Frustrated And Exhausted is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 21m.

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