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Highlights and Key Learnings in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Season 2

With seven episodes published in season two, hosts Barabra and Belinda take a moment to look back at the season so far. The focus for Today’s Workplace Season 2 is diversity, equity, and inclusion and the guests so far have given us a lot to unpack. Join our hosts for a look back at the guests and their topics as well as the key learnings from the first seven episodes of season two. We’ll...

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The Evolution of Diversity in the Entertainment Industry with Sean Joell Johnson

The corporate world has had to move quickly to respond to the current demand for social justice sweeping across the country. The entertainment industry is no exception to that. In this episode, Barbara and Belinda take a rare look at the world behind the camera and examine how the industry is handling diversity in the workplace in response to the current movement for social justice. Our guest Sean Joell Johnson, Head of Business &...

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Analytics and Diversity Metrics w/ Jon Geier and David Cohen of DCI Consultants

The entire corporate world is in flux regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion because of the increased demand for social justice and transparency. Independent pressure groups like employees' unions and societies at large are pushing corporate entities to be more transparent about their efforts and results to be more equitable, inclusive, and diverse. Our guests Jon Geier and David Cohen of DCI Consultants discuss the impact of data analytics on DE&I projects and how you...

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Diverse & Inclusive Workplace: A spotlight on the LGBTQ Experience with Rob Falk

The United States has greatly expanded the civil rights that apply to the LGBTQ community. In 2020, the United States Supreme Court extended Title VII protections to LGBTQ employees, a protection that was already available under many state employment laws. It has become increasingly important to understand the LGBTQ experience and the challenges this community faces in the workplace. Our guest Rob Falk is the former General Counsel of the Human Rights...

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The Shift in Diversity and Inclusion Priorities after Me Too and Black Lives Matter with Grace Speights and Chai Feldblum

The second epidemic impacted our communities last summer, after the murder of George Floyd and the period of social justice and racial reconciliation that followed. Join us as we will discuss the history and evolution of workplace discrimination and DE&I efforts employed by corporations, a year after the Me Too movement and Black Lives Matter protests with our guests Grace Speights and Chai Feldblum on Today’s Workplace. Learn what changes have taken place over...

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Diversity in Law Firms with Don Prophete

George Floyd’s murder and other instances of police brutality last year triggered an outrage that has forced corporate America to examine its role in institutional racism. Employers are reevaluating their company cultures with a sense of renewed sense of urgency. Join us now as we discuss how HR leaders within two organizations respond to the issues of inequality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace with our guests Ashley Ridgeway-Washington and Donna Hughes on...

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Creating a Culture of Belonging with Tammy Bennett and J.T. Wilson

The murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis triggered a civil rights moment that has forced businesses to evaluate their company culture. Join us now as we discuss how HR managers within these organizations respond to the issues of inequality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace with our guests Ashley Ridgeway-Washington and Donna Hughes on Today’s Workplace.

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Corporate response to the death of George Floyd—two organization’s studies with Ashley Ridgeway-Washington and Donna Hughes

George Floyd’s murder and other instances of police brutality last year triggered an outrage that has forced corporate America to examine its role in institutional racism. Employers are reevaluating their company cultures with a sense of renewed sense of urgency. Join us now as we discuss how HR leaders within two organizations respond to the issues of inequality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace with our guests Ashley Ridgeway-Washington and Donna Hughes on...

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The Evolution of Workplace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Era of Social Justice, Part Two

The need for diversity and inclusion is an ongoing issue in the current workplace. Join us for the second season of Today’s Workplace, as we tackle the strategies and approaches that companies can take to deal with this problem.

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The Evolution of Workplace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Era of Social Justice, Part One

Companies are now recognizing the importance of incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and this change has only become more evident after the untimely death of George Floyd. Join us for season two of Today’s Workplace as we discuss the ways companies attempt to incorporate a sense of inclusion in their work environment.

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2020 Recap with Barbara Johnson, Belinda Reed Shannon and Vinnie Potestivo

As the first season of Today’s Workplace comes to a close, our co hosts review the topics and issues discussed in the year 2020. Join us now as we reflect on the numerous subject matters and guests that have made it on the show, with your hosts Barbara Johnson and Belinda Reed Shannon, and special guest Vinnie Potestivo.

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The Future of Recruitment after COVID-19 with Michelle Campbell & Robert Spencer

Companies have been forced to make several adjustments to their work dynamic. This includes how to go about recruiting their workers during COVID. Join us today with our guests Michelle Campbell and Robert Spencer as we discuss the changes within the recruitment spaces and the process of hiring in a Pre-COVID work environment.

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The impact of the pandemic on essential workers with Donna Hughes and Ashley Ridgeway Washington

At the beginning of the pandemic, healthcare workers were on the frontline when it came to dealing with COVID-19 patients. Join us now as we discuss how HR executives within healthcare organizations have dealt with concerns for employee safety and return to work protocols with our guests Ashley Ridgeway-Washington and Donna Hughes on Today’s Workplace.

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OSHA on the Move with Courtney Malveaux

Since early March, safety standards on COVID have been constantly evolving for people in the workplace. Join us today with our guest, Courtney Malveaux as we talk about OSHA standards, cause for citation, and what employers can do to keep up with the changes.

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Improving employee relations during the pandemic with Chrissy Roussell

As the lockdown orders are slowly being lifted, companies are now figuring out new ways to implement rules that promote social distancing. Tune in for our discussion with Chrissy Roussell as she shares how companies encourage and work to improve employee relations on Today's Workplace, with hosts Barbara Johnson and Belinda Reed Shannon.

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Protecting Workers From Coronavirus with Courtney Malveaux

As the workplace slowly starts to open back up, employees will now have to consider the risk of exposure to COVID 19. Join us now as we discuss with our guest Courtney Malveaux how organizations such as OSHA set guidelines to ensure the occupational safety of workers and how employers must take the initiative to maintain safety in the workplace on Today’s Workplace

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What we should know about the pandemic (Part 3) with Dr. H. Westley Clark

What we know about the COVID-19 virus since its appearance in March has changed the way we go about applying safety measures for those in the workplaces and other areas of business. However, COVID-19 cases are still on the rise as the world looks to scientists for the vaccine. Join us today as we discuss the changes, with our guest Dr. H. Westley Clark.

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What we should know about the pandemic (Part 2) with Dr. H. Westley Clark

How does a country effectively fight against a disease that we know little about? Tune in for our discussion with Dr. H. Westley Clark as he provides us with the science and strategies one should use to keep COVID-19 at bay on Today's Workplace, with hosts Barbara Johnson and Belinda Reed Shannon.

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What we should know about the pandemic (Part 1) with Dr. H. Westley Clark

COVID-19 did the impossible; it stopped the world. Tune in for our discussion with Dr. H. Westley Clark as he provides us with information and perspective on what we know today as COVID-19 on Today's Workplace, with hosts Barbara Johnson and Belinda Reed Shannon.

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