Episodes
Oct. 6, 2023
BONUS: Changing the Conversation: How to Communicate Effectively at Work with Sandara Neuman | S2
I am thrilled to share a conversation with HR expert Sandra Neuman as part of her Changing the Conversation series. The series aims to explore the power of effective communication in bridging gaps, fostering understanding, a…
Aug. 8, 2023
Supporting Executive Leaders of Color: A Conversation with Sean Thomas-Breitfeld | S2, Ep 12
For the final episode of the season, I had the pleasure of interviewing Sean Thomas-Breitfeld, Co-Director of the Building Movement Project. Sean shared his valuable insights on the nonprofit sector, ways to support executiv…
July 25, 2023
Hurry Up Already, Your Equity Work is Moving Too Slowly | S2, Ep 11
This week on the Race in the Workplace podcast, we are delving into the dangers of slow-moving equity work and how it impacts staff in nonprofits. Tuning in, you’ll hear about why moving too slowly is problematic, how listen…
July 11, 2023
Turning the Fire Inward, Part 2 for DEI Professionals | S2, Ep 10
DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is a relatively new field facing many challenges. This week, in Season 2, Ep 10 of the podcast, I discuss the critical role of DEI in the workplace and why it’s so important to direct o…
June 22, 2023
BONUS: Four Strategies for Nonprofits to Retain Black Talent | S2, Ep 9
This episode is based on a recently updated article by Joanna Shoffner Scott. It discusses the issue of staff retention for nonprofit organizations, particularly with regard to Black staff. This episode discusses strategies …
June 6, 2023
Turning the Fire Inward, Part 1 for Progressives | S2, Ep 8
In this week's episode of Race in the Workplace, I talk about what leaders of progressive organizations can do when internal dynamics slow down mission-centered work to the point of ineffectiveness. Despite the gains made fr…
May 16, 2023
The 3 Key Considerations to Make Before Conducting a Racial Equity Audit | S2, Ep 7
In many organizations, there is a disconnect between how leaders view the organization and how staff views their experiences. Differences in power, role, and longevity create this disconnect. In this episode, I discuss equit…
May 2, 2023
Let’s Talk Leadership Transitions with Annie McKay | S2, Ep 6
When an executive leader plans to depart an organization, how should both the team and the leader be supported in the transition? As I continue this season of the podcast focusing on leadership, today I am joined once again …
April 18, 2023
When Fatigue Sets In | S2, Ep 5
Many people working in advocacy and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) professions are currently experiencing feelings of fatigue. In this solo episode, Dr. Joanna Shoffner Scott explores the root of these feelings in th…
March 28, 2023
Let's Talk Racial Equity and Leadership with Sheri Brady | S2, Ep 4
In this week's episode of Race In The Workplace, I am delighted to mix it up with my dear friend, Sheri Brady, Vice President of Strategy and Program at the Children's Defense Fund.
In this episode, Sheri Brady and I talk…
March 14, 2023
Let’s Talk Creating Inclusive Work Cultures with Dr. Michael Baran | S2, Ep 3
Today’s guest, Dr. Michael Baran, joins me to talk about creating inclusive work cultures and the work he is doing through his company Iris Inclusion. With a background in cultural anthropology and cognitive psychology, Dr. …
Feb. 28, 2023
How to Engage Your Board of Directors in Your Racial Equity Journey | S2, Ep 2
How and when should you engage your Board of Directors in your racial equity journey? In this week's episode, I answer the questions I’m most often asked about Board engagement. Tuning in, you’ll hear about what role the boa…
Feb. 14, 2023
Why Organizations Ask for 10 Years of DEI Experience | S2, Ep 1
Why do organizations (of every type) ask for ten years of experience when hiring DEI professionals? I am seeing this experience requirement more often in job descriptions. This episode explores whether that requirement is f…
Feb. 9, 2023
Season 2 Trailer: How to Cultivate a Sustainable Racial Equity Practice | S2 Trailer
"What does it take for an organization to cultivate a sustainable racial equity practice?” This is my guiding question for this season of the podcast.
In Season 2, I will use a mix of solo and guest episodes to explore lea…
Dec. 20, 2022
6 DEI Lessons That Shaped My Year | S1, Ep 12
As 2022 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the lessons I’ve learned, both personally and professionally, and ALL that I’m going to bring forward into the new year. In this final episode of the first season of the …
Dec. 7, 2022
3 Strategies to Create Effective Organizational Learning Spaces that Advance Racial Equity | S1, Ep 11
So many times, a lack of purpose in shared learning experiences results in wasted time and potentially harmful and traumatic experiences for staff. This week’s episode includes three strategies to create effective organizati…
Nov. 22, 2022
Let’s Talk Team Dynamics and Racial Equity Readiness with Annie McKay | S1, Ep 10
When an organization goes through race equity training, people have feelings, reactions, and emotions, but there isn’t always a place to hold them. Today’s guest, Annie McKay, is passionate about supporting organizations and…
Nov. 8, 2022
4 Ways to Confront Resistance to Your Racial Equity Strategy | S1, Ep 9
If you are a DEI practitioner, you are likely to have faced resistance to your racial equity strategy. In this episode, I unpack how resistance often plays out in teams, and I give concrete examples of how to confront it. I…
Oct. 25, 2022
Let’s Talk Race, Place, and Opportunities for DEI Practitioners with Anthony Armstrong | S1, Ep 8
Anthony Armstrong was working towards a career in film and video production when he stumbled upon a book that changed his life. After reading Crabgrass Frontier and learning about the racist and unethical act of redlining, A…
Oct. 11, 2022
Create Your Organizational "Equity Why" | S1, Ep 7
In this episode (007), I’d like to explore the need for a clear, shared equity “why” that anchors your organization’s racial equity approach. Unless people understand the why of racial equity, executing the “how” is incredib…
Sept. 27, 2022
How to Create an Equitable Hiring Process | S1, Ep 6
Hiring is a topic that clients frequently ask about. My starting question this week: Is your hiring process equitable? I will use two framing questions to guide this discussion. First, do candidates in the talent pipeline ha…
Aug. 23, 2022
How to Hire A DEI Consultant | S1, Ep 5
Finding a DEI consultant partner whose perspective and expertise align with your organization’s desired outcomes can be a challenging process. However, many consultants are producing great work. Knowing the right questions c…
Aug. 9, 2022
How to get an organization ready for the next place in its racial equity journey | S1, Ep 4
Each new stage of an organization’s racial equity journey requires a new and different readiness. If you are leading DEI and find yourself constantly frustrated, it could be that your organization has hit a readiness gap.
May 15, 2022
What To Do When Your Organization Declares Itself To Be Anti-Racist Too Soon | S1, Ep 3
Whether your organization is considering declaring itself to be anti-racist in a statement or has already published one, this advice will help you navigate the “how.” If you aren’t living into an anti-racist commitment every…