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Episodes

Oct. 17, 2023

The Authority Series: Doc Jana on Subtle Acts of Exclusion

I spend most of my time talking about Inclusion Here I’m speaking with an author who wrote a book about how all of us contribute to exclusion Find out what Dr Tiffany Jana : author of Subtle Acts of Exclusion  has to say abo…
Oct. 10, 2023

How Status Contests Undermine Diversity and Inclusion In The Workplace (Part 2)

So much of Inclusion is hindered by Status games within organisations. Find out about why it’s a huge problem outside of organisations too. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - Why I decided not to play a Stat…
Oct. 3, 2023

The Authority Series: Michael Bach’s Guide to LGBTQ2+ Inclusion

Conversations about gender identity, gender representation and sex are often unclear. Find out what Michael Bach : author of Alphabet Soup has to say about it Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - What this boo…
Sept. 26, 2023

How To Solve Your Pay Equity Problem By Listening To The One Person Everyone Ignores

When it comes to pay equity there is one person in your organisation who holds the key. Find out why you shouldn’t ignore this person Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - My personal experience of pay discrimi…
Sept. 19, 2023

The Authority Series: Minda Harts on Securing A Seat At The Table

Career advice for women often assume all women can follow the same rules to get the same results. Find out what Minda Harts; author of the Memo has to say about it Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - What thi…
Sept. 12, 2023

The Trojan Horse Problem of Diversity And Inclusion

It’s not unusual for people to think Diversity and Inclusion promises one thing and delivers something else.   Find out why people will use this to disengage.   Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:   - Why this …
Sept. 5, 2023

The Blessings and Burdens of Rhetorical Leadership in Diversity and Inclusion

I talk about Rhetoric like it’s a bad thing. Not true Find out why I don’t like it when it’s used against you. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - Why Rhetoric is neither good or bad - How Transformational Le…
Aug. 29, 2023

Breaking the Silence : Dr. Jonathan Answers 3 Unaired Questions

Every week people send me questions about all sorts of things Find out the answers to the questions I don’t normally answer on air Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How my family influences my contribution …
Aug. 22, 2023

The Matthew Effect: How Privilege Shapes Success

The rich get richer and the poor get poorer. Find out how this is predicted using the Matthew Effect Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How a Bible verse predicts inequality - Why you need to reconsider your…
Aug. 15, 2023

From Pages to Progress: Lessons from 30 Books in 30 Weeks

I’ve just finished reading and reviewing 30 books in 30 weeks Find out what I learned Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How my agenda influences my reading - Why I want you to make your own mind up - What I…
Aug. 8, 2023

What Inclusion Research Needs To Do To Stay Relevant To your Needs

Find out why it needs to evolve to stay relevant for you Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How my bias supports you - The future of research - What obligations do organisations have for inequality? Play the…
Aug. 1, 2023

Breaking Through  [Book Review]

If you want to get to the top, you’re engaged in a career tournament. Find out why it’s not the same rules for Minority Executives. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How this book influenced my work - Why t…
July 25, 2023

The Predictable Power of Pilot Projects For Inclusion

Don’t be fooled by big ticket Diversity initiatives and huge investment programmes Find out why it’s smarter to start with a pilot project. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How I use pilot projects with cl…
July 18, 2023

The Illusion of Inclusion: How Diversity Reports Lie To You

Diversity Reports are being used to lie to you. Find out how this is happening! Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How high level data is used to obscure reality - Why you need to really trust the people who…
July 11, 2023

My Hero's Journey in Inclusion: How I Overcame Challenges and Discovered My Purpose

14 years ago, an epic experience transformed my life, placing me on a path that brought me to your attention. Find out why it nearly didn’t happen ! Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How I use a timeless fr…
July 4, 2023

Evidence-Based Management  [Book Review]

I cover a lot of books on this show. Find out about a book that captures a lot of the way I work with clients. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How this book influences my work with clients - The scientifi…
June 27, 2023

Diversity Lies : Understanding the Gap Between Data, Evidence and the Truth

Diversity data, Diversity facts and Diversity evidence are not the same thing as the truth. Find out how some people have been misleading you. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - Why ignoring your epistemolog…
June 20, 2023

Why Evidence Based Inclusion Matters

People misunderstand what I mean when I say Evidence Based Inclusion Find out what I mean by Evidence Based Inclusion and here’s why it really matters to you Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How I was usin…
June 13, 2023

I’m Sorry I Let You Down [Episode 300]

This is episode 300 of the show and I’ve realised I let you down Find out how I’m going to make it up to you. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - The epiphany I had while recording this episode - How you can …
June 6, 2023

DEI Deconstructed [Book Review]

I’ve found a book to help you cut through the nonsense of DEI Find out you can do “DEI right”. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - The benefit of reading books by prolific writers - Why you should be willing …
May 30, 2023

5 Career Tips That Transform My Life Every 6 Months

I have a very satisfying career but it was not always so Find out the 5 career tips that have transformed my life every 6 months. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How I think of a career in a way that’s di…
May 23, 2023

The Element of Inclusion is 6 Years Old

The Element of Inclusion Podcast is 6 years old today. Find out my 6 favourite shows from the past year.    Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - 6 shows that give you an insight into my personality and motivat…
May 16, 2023

The Exam Trick I Use To Help Organisations Become Inclusive

There’s an exam tactic that I use to help students pass exams Find out how I use it to help organisations become Inclusive. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - My incredible track record getting people to pas…
May 10, 2023

Your Inclusion Journey: Insights from My Recent Study About Your Experience

2 weeks ago issued a survey because I wanted to know more about you Find out the 4 questions that revealed insights from your Inclusion Journey. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - The head start I have in un…