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Gender equality is a moral and a business imperative. But unconscious bias holds us back, and de-biasing people’s minds has proven to be difficult and expensive. Diversity training programs have had limited success, and individual effort alone often invites backlash. Behavioral design offers a new solution. By de-biasing organizations instead of individuals, we can make smart changes that have big impacts.

Three hilarious and nerdy freelance artists break down the best parts of contemporary media, art, and entertainment, but in a fun and positive way that won't make you hate your life.

Mothers and fathers use their time differently, with women spending roughly twice as many hours on family labor as men. But what about the gendered differences in the ways women and men think? What's on Her Mind provides an illuminating look at the cognitive labor that families depend on and reveals why this essential aspect of family life is disproportionately handled by women—even in couples that aspire to practice equality.

An essential resource for any working woman, What Works for Women at Work is a comprehensive and insightful guide for mastering office politics as a woman. Authored by Joan C. Williams, one of the nation's most-cited experts on women and work, and her daughter, writer Rachel Dempsey, this unique audiobook offers a multigenerational perspective into the realities of today's workplace.

A groundbreaking study of the journalism startups that are solving the local news crisis one community at a time A must-read for activists, entrepreneurs, and journalists who want to start local news outlets in their communities Local news is essential to democracy. Meaningful participation in...

Welcome to the What works best for us podcast! A show dedicated to youth mental health and the available resources for adults and kids alike. We're excited to shine a light on such an impoartant topic in all of our lives. What Works Best for us is produced in collaboration with iHeartMedia Lima and Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio!

What Works with Jason Todd is about what's working and not working in business and life from entrepreneurs, business leaders, and other interesting people. Broaden your knowledge base then apply knowledge to become better. Hosted by Jason Todd. Produced by Thinker. Visit TheRealJtodd.com

From Northeastern University's School of Journalism. Local news, the bedrock of democracy, is in crisis. Dan Kennedy of Northeastern University and veteran Boston Globe editor Ellen Clegg talk to journalists, policymakers and entrepreneurs about what's working to keep local news alive.

A personal reflection space where I ask myself and you the hard questions. Am I really doing this for the sake of Allah? What have I learned about myself in the process of working, leading, loving, and letting go? These are unfiltered reflections on womanhood, faith, leadership, and the quiet decisions that shape us. This isn’t about perfection or preaching. It’s about pausing, unpacking, and realigning. Welcome to the journey still in progress.

Here’s a description similar in style for The Daily Flex Podcast: The Daily Flex is a podcast that brings together health, wellness, and cultural insights for professionals on the go. Each episode offers an authentic and engaging conversation where fitness meets the pulse of current events, helping listeners flex their mental and physical muscles. With a mix of expert interviews, trending topics, and actionable tips, it delivers the perfect balance of inspiration, information, and laughter to fuel your day and elevate your grind.

The podcast that dares to think differently about people and business. What if?, from the CIPD's Work. magazine, asks curious and unexpected questions about everything from inclusion to the metaverse. And it brings together world-leading experts, including academics, authors and business leaders, to try and find some answers. If you've ever wondered whether it would be better if we dispensed with charismatic leaders altogether, or if we should all just work from home forever, this is the place to explore ideas and think the previously unthinkable.cipd.co.ukpeoplemanagement.co.uk/voices/...

When does a scientific discovery become accepted fact? Why have scientific facts become easy to deny? And what can we do about it? In The Workshop and the World, philosopher and science historian Robert P. Crease answers these questions by describing the origins of our scientific infrastructure - the “workshop” - and the role of 10 of the world’s greatest thinkers in shaping it. As today’s politicians and government officials increasingly accuse scientists of dishonesty, conspiracy, and even hoaxes, engaged citizens wonder how we got to this level of distrust....

Keith Roads is the host for this episode. Keith is a Suffolk and Norfolk Social Work Teaching Partnership lived experience colleague.World Social Work Day is on Tuesday 21st March 2023 and Keith has invited Mark Harrison, director of Social Action Solutions, academic and social worker, to discuss the theme.Listen to their examination of the theme of 'Respecting diversity through joint social action' and their reflections about their work in social action, influences on social work practice and views on disability.The subject of the power imbalance between people with lived experience and ...

As consumers of art, and especially as fans, we have a host of tricky moral question to navigate: do the moral lives of artists affect the aesthetic quality of their work? In Drawing the Line, Erich Hatala Matthes argues that it doesn't matter whether we can separate the art from the artist, because we shouldn't. Matthes argues both that the lives of artists can play an important role in shaping our moral and aesthetic relationship to the artworks that we love and that these same artworks offer us powerful resources for grappling with the immorality of their creators.

Feeling stuck despite doing “the work”? This is the only podcast for spiritual, self-help-curious midlifers where you can explore hidden blocks, soulful practices, and actionable tools to find clarity, calm, and progress. We interview inspiring guests who share insights to help you move forward, and your host, The Gentle Yoga Warrior, knows what it’s like to be stuck for years — offering guidance, meditations, and practical practices to support your growth.Many episodes include a bonus optional meditation!Formerly Awakened Conscious Conversations, we’ve rebranded with a new title: ...

Global Development Interrupted shares the voices of people whose work was upended when USAID was dismantled and foreign aid was cut, revealing what that loss means for America and for progress worldwide. globaldevinterrupted.substack.com

Rare is the person who can get through a day without feeling as if nothing could have been improved. Perhaps rare is overstating it. It seems everyone has something, often many things, in their life that they wish were better in some way. Sometimes it’s the little things that bother us—like a phone distracting us with beeps, dings, or lighting up while we’re trying to have a face-to-face conversation. At other times, it’s a larger problem, like the inability to resolve a conflict with our partner. And then there are all the things in between, whether that’s wishing we were in better ...

A place where our host Ruby Iong talks about whatever crosses her mind. Grab a drink, take a seat, get comfortable and tune in every now and then.

In this 30-minute episode, Dr. Bobbi and a guest expert delve into real-world workplace challenges, offering expert advice and actionable insights. Whether discussing trends we've uncovered or addressing listener-submitted concerns, each conversation is a candid, authentic exploration of team dynamics. Tune in to gain valuable strategies for enhancing connection and cohesion within your teams. Perfect for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone passionate about improving workplace culture.

Wellbeing goes beyond mental health: it's whether we are thriving as people, communities, and nations. We untangle what wellbeing is; how we measure it; and what it means to protect and improve it. From better government policies to transforming workplaces; from education, to singing, to the effect of air pollution - we look at what wellbeing has to do with it.