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Episodes

Nov. 1, 2022

Acting White [Book Review]

Is there such a thing as Acting White? If so why would anyone want to do that? Find out in this fascinating book. Here are some key messages from this episode: How the 4 Stages of Racial Negotiation are used in the workplac…
Oct. 25, 2022

A Reason Why Leaders Get So Frustrated About Diversity Hiring That Doesn’t Get Discussed

Diversity is such a hassle for leaders who just want to get on with the job Find out the real reason why some of them are so frustrated Here are some key messages from this episode: What Leaders in dominant positions don’t …
Oct. 18, 2022

3 Conditions That Cause Groupthink That No One Has Told You About

Groupthink is not something you want at work Find out how you can recognise the things that normally precede Groupthink. Here are some key messages from this episode: How Psychological Safety influences Groupthink  How Insu…
Oct. 11, 2022

8 Symptoms of Groupthink You Need To Know

Groupthink is a word often used to justify why we need Diversity Find out you can recognise Groupthink where you work. Here are some key messages from this episode: 8 Symptoms of Groupthink you need to know  How peer pressu…
Oct. 4, 2022

ReWire: A Radical Approach To Tackling Diversity and Difference

Mainstream Diversity advice is tepid, weak and ineffective. Find out about a book that presents a more radical approach. Here are some key messages from this episode: Why this book says something no one else says 6 Lenses t…
Sept. 27, 2022

An 8 Step Process To Bridge Your Diversity Management ‘Implementation Gap”

Here’s an 8 step process to Implement Diversity Management Find out how you can put it into practice. Here are some key messages from this episode: The 3 Levels of the 8 Step Process  Why the sequence of this process is cru…
Sept. 20, 2022

3 Things To Consider Before You Implement A Diversity Management Strategy

You’ve decided that Diversity is important Find out what you need to consider before you implement a Diversity Management Strategy Here are some key messages from this episode: How Implementation Gaps emerge The importance …
Sept. 13, 2022

5 Reasons Why This Show Is Part of Your Continuing Professional Development

Being professional means I’m committed to ongoing learning as part of my development. Find out why we’re committed to ongoing learning as part of your development. Here are some key messages from this episode: How this po…
Sept. 6, 2022

4 Reasons Why Diversity & Inclusion Work Is Like a Side Hustle

Hustle Culture is prevalent in the modern workplace.  Find out why organisations treat Diversity & Inclusion work like a Side Hustle Here are some key messages from this episode: Organisations can exploit your desire to be.…
Aug. 30, 2022

The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety

I’ve learned we were wrong about Psychological Safety. Find out the The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety. Here are some key messages from this episode: Why I’m biased about this book Why Psychological Safety is transactiona…
Aug. 23, 2022

5 Types of Diversity Expert You Need To Understand

Lots of people are calling themselves Diversity Experts.  Find out 5 types of Diversity Expert you need to be aware of. Here are some key messages from this episode:  How Passionate Advocates signal privilege in their lan…
Aug. 16, 2022

3 Inclusive Lessons From Stoic Philosophy

People think of Stoicism as a Philosophy, I think of it a practice.   Find out how this informs our approach to Inclusion.   Here are some key messages from this episode:  How to use Stoicism to find actionable answers to.…
Aug. 9, 2022

How Narratives of Racial Progress Create Barriers to Inclusion

Companies want you to believe we’re headed towards racial equity Find out how this narrative can harm Inclusion Here are some key messages from this episode: The American Narrative of Racial Progress can be harmful People o…
Aug. 2, 2022

Why You should Use Your Inclusion Gift Carefully

You’ve got a gift that can be used to build Inclusion. Find out how to use it carefully for your own peace of mind. Here are some key messages from this episode: Why your Inclusion Gift is so important Why you must protect …
July 26, 2022

The Peter Principle [Book Review]

Why are there so many incompetent leaders? Find out the simple explanation from the classic bestseller Here are some key messages from this episode: Why Super Competent people get fired Why the exceptions to the Peter Princ…
July 19, 2022

Is DEI Training a Waste of Time?

Diversity and Inclusion Training is in popular demand. Find out if it’s a waste of your time. Here are some key messages from this episode: Why nearly all DEI training has the same two goals Why so much DEI training appears…
July 12, 2022

4 Signs The DEI Bubble Is About To Burst

Diversity and Inclusion has blown up as industry in recent years. Find out the signs that suggest there may be a Bubble that’s about to burst. Here are some key messages from this episode: Why the DEI industry looks like a …
July 5, 2022

The Fearless Organization [Book Review ]

The use of the term "Psychological Safety” has increased dramatically over the past 20 years. Find out why all of us may have got Psychological Safety all wrong Here are some key messages from this episode: Why Psychologica…
June 28, 2022

4 Types of Religious Discrimination You’ve Probably Ignored

Religion discrimination doesn’t get discussed as much it should. Find out why some us don’t recognise it and others simply don’t want to. Here are some key messages from this episode: Why Religious Discrimination is often i…
June 21, 2022

The Non Obvious Reason Why I’m So Serious On This Podcast

Why am I so serious on this podcast? Find out the non obvious answers to that question. Here are some key messages from this episode: I’m serious for a reason I’m earning your trust I want to make it easy for you Play the …
June 14, 2022

Managing Sexual Orientation At Work: Private Sector vs Public Sector Insights

It’s Pride Month. Find out why some People think it’s great. Some people think it’s tokenism. Here are some key topics covered from this episode: How the Public Sector are pioneers in the Sexual Orientation space How profit…
June 7, 2022

Why You Are The Hero Of Your Inclusion Journey

This is Episode 251 of the Element of Inclusion podcast. Find out why I’ve been thinking about the journey and when it’s time to stop. Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Why your Inclusion Journey is a Hero…
May 31, 2022

Social Identity [Book Review]

When we talk about Diversity and Inclusion, sooner or later we end up talking about identity but not everybody goes deep enough Find out about a book that takes identity to a whole new level Here are some key topics covered …
May 24, 2022

Element of Inclusion 5th Birthday Episode

On May 23rd the Element of Inclusion podcast was 5 years old Find out why I am your number one trusted advisor. Here are some key topics covered from this episode: A Review of the past 5 years Our mission and why it matters…