BCO launches Workspace Unwired podcast

The Workspace Unwired podcast will delve into everything workspace and work places, from the people that make it happen, the places that it helps create, the planet that we need to protect as we redesign, retrofit and deliver fresh workspaces, to the policies and practices that are impacting the sector today and tomorrow.

By utilising the BCO’s vast and expert membership – and beyond – the new podcast will broadcast the very best voices in the sector.

Workspace Unwired will deliver key insights on the latest policies impacting the commercial real estate sector, dig deep into BCO research and guidance and showcase new and existing leaders across the workplace sector.

Guests will also share invaluable lessons on how to “earn the commute” as occupancy levels continue to stabilise and provide a unique insight into the work of the BCO and how you can unlock the best value from your membership.

Presented by BCO chief executive Samantha McClary, the debut episode features an interview with newly installed BCO president Helen Hare.

Hare, who is director of projects at GPE, shares lessons from decades of experience in the built environment, her journey into real estate and why, if you really want to be successful, picking your team well and being an ace at project management are vital skills to have.

She talks more about the value that comes from the BCO’s unrivalled access to excellence, the importance of talent in the sector, the need to close a growing skills gap, the importance of language, Helen’s responsibility as a visible role model and how the world of workspace and work places needs to be more widely recognised as contributor to growth.

“The launch of this podcast is just the first small step in the evolution of the BCO,” says McClary. “The workplace sector is one of the most fascinating parts of our industry. It is the biggest and most powerful part of the commercial real estate sector and is going through the biggest transformation in its history.”

She added: “At the BCO, we’re committed to supporting that transformation and to challenging the sector to consistently improve so British offices continue to lead when it comes to quality of kit and service.

The Workspace Unwired podcast aims to help our sector do that by sharing stories, advice and real world experiences and lessons in an accessible and easily consumable way. Real estate always has and always will be about people, so what better way to learn than through a good old chat?”

Workspace Unwired is available on all good podcast players including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Podbean and can also be accessed at https://workspaceunwired.podbean.com/

If you enjoyed listening in to Helen Hare’s episode and want to know more about her plans for her year as BCO president, be sure to book your tickets for the debut President’s Party for your exclusive preview of the BCO’s 2026 ambitions. 

If you’d like to get involved with the Workspace Unwired podcast email us at mail@bco.org.uk