The Outdoor Education Podcast With Rob Carmichael

Ep.11 Culture Before Content: Building Brave Spaces with Nick Haywood

• Rob Carmichael • Season 1 • Episode 11

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In this episode of The Outdoor Education Podcast, Rob Carmichael talks with educator, leadership facilitator, and coach Nick Haywood about why relationships and culture must come before curriculum.

Nick shares how his journey from Outdoor Education in Tasmania to international education and leadership work with CHanGe has shaped his belief that trust, connection, and “brave spaces” are the foundation for deep learning and wellbeing. Together we explore practical ways to build culture, balance challenge with psychological safety, and embed routines that help teams and students thrive.

If you’re an outdoor educator or leader looking to strengthen group culture, this episode offers simple, human-centred practices you can use now.

Connect with Nick Haywood:
🌐 https://www.nickhaywood.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-haywood-98071b2b0/