In this insightful episode of 'Empathy Unbound, Embrace Your Superpower,' host Andrew Phipps interviews Dr. Nicole DeKay, a multidisciplinary data scientist and expert in industrial organizational psychology.

Dr. Nicole DeKay is the founder and principal consultant of Humanalysts, a consulting firm dedicated to helping small and medium-sized companies grow in ways that are safe and secure for employees, by using valid data and assessments.

Humanalysts provides digital support for businesses to build in ethical human and environmental practices in the early stages of workplace development. She has her PhD in Industrial Organizational Psychology where she specializes in psychometrics (the quantification of human emotions).

She is an advocate for employee rights and has been involved in work aimed at passing laws in the US that protect employees from psychological harm. After a career in aerospace marketing and sales analytics where she led the launch of a multi-billion-dollar new business development program, she went back to get her doctorate to study adversity and trauma in the workplace.

Since then she has worked as a management consultant and HR strategy analyst.

In her spare time, she takes care of her two young boys, runs a free pantry in Seattle, enjoys spending time with her husband, and spends most of her limited free time gardening.

The episode delves into Dr. DeKay's unique career journey, starting from her work in mental health to her experiences in corporate settings.

Diagnosed with PTSD triggered by workplace conditions, Dr. DeKay's story sheds light on the toxic dynamics often present in competitive work environments. The conversation explores the importance of empathy, the impact of organizational behavior on mental health, and the evolving nature of workplaces in the age of AI.

Dr. DeKay also shares her passion project focused on democratizing employee experience data to improve workplace wellness. This episode offers valuable perspectives on balancing profit, people, and planet within corporate strategies and emphasizes the critical role of empathy and soft skills in leadership.

00:00 Introduction

00:16 Exploring Toxic Workplaces and Industrial Organizational Psychology

01:16 Guest Introduction: Dr. Nicole Decay

02:21 Dr. Decay's Career Journey and Early Challenges

03:37 Transition to Industrial Organizational Psychology

04:03 Experiences at Boeing and Learning Corporate Behavior

07:00 Impact of Toxic Work Environments on Mental Health

09:01 Pursuing a PhD and the Influence of COVID

11:38 Defining Empathy and Its Importance in the Workplace

14:18 Understanding and Addressing Toxic Workplaces

16:16 The Role of Leadership and Environment in Workplace Behavior

19:50 Adversarial Politics and Its Impact on Workplace Culture

27:36 The Validity of Myers-Briggs

28:00 The Role of Managers

30:28 AI and the Future of Work

36:38 The Importance of Self-Care

43:57 The Future of Workplaces

46:26 The Unique Responsibility of Aerospace

50:29 Nicole's Next Steps

53:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Empathy Unbound, Andrew Phipps is joined by Rebecca Egger Alley, CEO and founder of NeuroInclusion Hub.

Rebecca shares her journey from undiagnosed autism to becoming an advocate for neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the importance of workplace accommodations, the diverse experiences within the autism spectrum, and Rebecca's personal struggles and triumphs.

The conversation highlights the need for empathy, awareness, and the reframing of workplace policies to unlock talent and productivity. Rebecca also talks about the role of empathy, self-care practices, and the challenges of living with multiple diagnoses.

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00:00 Introduction and Personal Background

00:20 Challenges and Triumphs in the Workplace

01:20 Meet Rebecca Egger Alley

01:53 Rebecca's Journey to Diagnosis

04:23 Empathy and Late Diagnosis

06:22 Navigating Life with Neurodivergence

09:48 The Role of Empathy in Rebecca's Life

14:15 Disclosing Diagnosis in the Workplace

18:40 Tools and Strategies for Daily Life

22:12 The Path to Diagnosis and Advocacy

25:45 The Media's Role in Neurodivergence Representation

26:48 Employment and Representation of Autistic Individuals

27:53 Challenges Faced by Profoundly Autistic Individuals

29:46 Personal Experiences and Career Development

33:18 The Importance of Empathy and Understanding

38:16 Workplace Accommodations and Leadership

42:58 Self-Care and Personal Well-being

45:13 Living with Autism: Personal Reflections

49:15 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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In this engaging episode of 'Empathy Unbound,' host Andrew Phipps interviews Elise Talgorn, a multidisciplinary researcher, designer, PhdD in applied physics, scientist and artist.

Elise explores the complex intersections of anxiety in younger generations, the unparalleled power of storytelling in books, and the vital role of empathy in design and communication.

Sharing her unique journey from applied physics to emotional storytelling through art, Elise delves into system thinking, the significance of narrative transportation, and the impact of artificial intelligence on creativity.

She emphasizes the importance of authentic storytelling to foster emotional connections and drive social change.

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00:00 The Paradox of Modern Youth

00:28 The Power of Books and Mental Imagery

00:56 Emotional Connection Through Art

01:48 Introduction to Elise Talgorn

03:03 Elise's Multidisciplinary Journey

04:05 Balancing Science and Art

06:53 Challenges of Modern Education

14:10 The Concept of Empathy

25:09 The Challenge of Finishing Films and Books

25:55 Exploring System Thinking

28:02 The Power of Storytelling

28:51 Empathy and Diverse Perspectives

31:30 Behavior Change and Non-Human Characters

35:31 Optimism and the Green Bubble

40:14 Artificial Intelligence: Savior or Destroyer?

43:32 The Future of Technology and Personal Narratives

45:52 The Pursuit of Great Beauty

49:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Elise's website: https://www.elisetalgorn.com/

In this episode of the Empathy Unbound podcast, host Andrew Phipps converses with Dr. Judith Orloff, MD, about her latest book, 'The Genius of Empathy.'

Judith Orloff MD is a psychiatrist and a NY Times bestselling author. Dr. Orloff's new book is "The Genius of Empathy" with a forward by His Holiness The Dalai Lama.

She passionately believes that empathy is the medicine the world needs. It is essential for good relationships and successful communication in business, home and the world. Dr. Orloff is on the UCLA Department of Psychiatry Clinical Faculty and has a private practice specializing in empathy and intuition via Zoom More information at www.drjudithorloff.com

Dr. Orloff discusses the concept of empathy, its various levels, and how it integrates with intuition and energy healing. She highlights the importance of self-empathy, managing empathy in professional settings, and offers insights into the challenges faced by empaths.

The episode delves into her personal journey, her methods for maintaining self-care, and the key principles from her book aimed at fostering empathy across different aspects of life.

00:00 Introduction to Empathy and Nature's Replenishment

00:38 Daily Life and Work Philosophy

01:20 Guest Introduction: Dr. Judith Orloff

03:09 Judith's Background and Empath Journey

07:10 The Role of Intuition in Psychiatry

10:14 Understanding Different Levels of Empathy

21:10 Self-Empathy and Healing

27:37 Empathy in Everyday Situations

30:24 The Healing Power of Nature

32:13 Empathy in Healthcare

34:31 Empathy in Business Leadership

38:01 Challenges of Empathy in a Divided Society

40:27 Understanding Empathy Deficient Disorders

44:22 Personal Reflections on Empathy

49:16 Future Projects and Final Thoughts

- The book, "The Genius Of Empathy": https://bit.ly/3U6uCRk

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judith.orloff.md

- Website: https://drjudithorloff.com

In this enlightening episode of 'Empathy Unbound,' host Andrew Phipps engages in a conversation with Professor Jodi Halpern, MD, PhD.

Jodi Halpern MD, PhD, Chancellor’s Chair and Professor of Bioethics at UC Berkeley, is an international leader on empathy in healthcare and the ethics of innovative technologies including AI, gene editing and neurotechnology.

Halpern’s book, From Detached Concern to Empathy: Humanizing Medical Practice catalyzed a wave of change in medicine. Her book, Remaking the Self in the Wake of Illness (expected 2024) illuminates post-traumatic growth. Her newest project Engineering Empathy examines AI and therapeutic relationships. Halpern co-founded and co-directs the Kavli Center for Ethics, Science and the Public and the Berkeley Group on the Ethics and Regulation of Innovative Technologies.

Halpern advises NGOs, companies, and governments. She speaks in settings ranging from the Davos World Economic Forum to NPR to CBS News. Halpern received the Guggenheim 2022 Award in Medicine and Health.

The conversation delves into the crucial role of empathy in healthcare, especially for family caregivers and medical professionals grappling with burnout.

Professor Halpern emphasizes 'empathic curiosity' as a transformative approach for understanding patient and clinician experiences, offering insights from her groundbreaking research. The dialogue extends to the ethical implications of AI in healthcare, its potential benefits, and the importance of preserving human empathy in increasingly digital interactions.

Personal anecdotes, societal observations, and future book previews enrich this episode, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intersection of empathy, ethics, and technology.

00:00 Introduction to Empathy and Burnout

00:15 Empathic Curiosity: Exploring Patient and Clinician Worlds

00:43 Concerns About AI and Empathy

00:57 Meet Professor Jodi Halpern

02:21 Professor Halpern's Background and Early Influences

04:38 Defining Empathy and Its Importance in Healthcare

07:13 Challenges in Medical Practice and Burnout

10:52 The Story of Ms. G: A Case Study in Empathy

15:21 Empathic Curiosity in Medical Practice

16:53 Personal Reflections on Empathy and Burnout

19:48 Upcoming Book: Remaking the Self in the Wake of Illness

26:45 A Journey of Independence and Vulnerability

27:27 The Life-Changing Support Dog

28:42 Embracing Interdependence and Empathy

29:31 The Power of Empathy in Action

30:32 The Fascinating World of AI

32:17 AI's Role in Healthcare and Society

34:51 The Ethics and Risks of AI

35:50 Addressing the Loneliness Crisis with AI

37:03 The Need for Human Connection

41:55 Regulating AI for Ethical Use

47:35 Empathy in Politics and Society

49:54 Lessons from Social Reconciliation

54:05 The Superpower of Empathy

56:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Dr. Jodi Halpern Biography

https://www.jodihalpern.com/ Consultant, speaker and researcher on empathy and leadership, AI ethics and bioethics, and mental health.

Jodi's publications

Navigating the Intersection of Stress, Workspaces, and Human Connection with Elizabeth Nelson

In this episode of 'Empathy Inbound,' host Andrew Phipps is joined by Elizabeth Nelson.

The author of The Healthy Office Revolution, Elizabeth C. Nelson is a researcher, writer, and keynote speaker. She stands on the review board for academic publications including Nature's Digital Medicine, Journal of Medical Internet Research (JMIR), and PLOS One.

Her PhD in biomedical engineering focuses on our complex relationship with technology and a better way of living and working. Her daring yet applicable research has been conducted with such companies as CBRE and GSK and helped design such buildings as the Booking.com Campus and Edge Olympic.

Her unconventional keynotes discuss everything from sex and drugs to happy hormones and designing spaces for each unique individual.

http://learnadaptbuild.com/keynote/Her interview series Real Rebellious Research invites other rebellious researchers to discuss their findings.

Elizabeth shares her insights on stress, the role of social media in our mental health, and the importance of designing workspaces that cater to diverse needs. They discuss the generational shift towards a more connected yet digitally-dependent society, the impact of stress on productivity and well-being, and the potential benefits of smart buildings.

They also touch on the challenges of balancing professional and personal life, especially for parents, and the importance of fostering empathy and understanding in the workplace.

00:00 The Power of Stress and Social Media

00:58 Introducing Elizabeth Nelson

02:03 Elizabeth's Journey and Research

03:27 Cultural Influences on Work-Life Balance

04:38 The Impact of Stress in Modern Workplaces

05:31 Founding the Smart Building Collective

10:30 Designing for Neurodiversity and Introverted Spaces

17:40 Empathy in Workspace Design

27:50 Understanding Neurodiversity in the Workplace

28:41 Creating Inclusive Work Environments

30:00 Flexible Work Schedules and Productivity

30:58 Balancing Work and Personal Life

31:58 Challenges of Remote Work Mandates

32:59 Supporting Women in the Workplace

38:55 The Importance of Community in Workspaces

44:13 The Role of Nature and Environment in Well-being

46:24 The Impact of Sleep on Productivity

52:04 Social Media vs. Real-Life Connections

57:20 Future Plans and Aspirations

59:34 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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The Healthy Office Revolution Book

The Healthy Office Revolution on YouTube

Real Rebellious Research from the Smart Building Collective

Empathy and Cultural Nuances: An In-Depth Discussion with Dr. Paria Jami In this episode of 'Empathy Unbound, Embrace Your Superpower,'

Host Andrew Phipps engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Paria Jami, a research scientist at the University of Birmingham, Alabama.

Dr. Jami discusses the multidimensional aspects of empathy, emphasizing the affective and cognitive processes involved. The conversation delves into her journey from studying computer science to cognitive science, highlighting her interest in empathy and its cultural influences.

Dr. Jami shares her personal experiences with grief and how they fueled her research on psychological pain and empathic behavior. The episode explores various theories on the development of empathy over the lifespan, cultural impacts, and the significant differences between individualistic and collectivist societies.

Additionally, it touches upon the role of AI in empathy and the unique challenges and values brought by immigrants and biculturals.

This episode is a comprehensive exploration of empathy's complexity and its implications for human interaction and cultural sensitivity.

00:00 Introduction to Empathy 00:59

Meet Dr. Paria Jami

02:14 Journey from Computer Science to Empathy Research

05:30 Understanding Psychological Pain

07:29 Empathy and Grieving

15:41 Developmental Trajectory of Empathy

20:02 Cultural Influences on Empathy

34:12 The Challenge of Empathy in a Globalized World

34:43 The Impact of Media on Empathy

35:16 Motivation and Empathy 37:29 Innovative Ways to Foster Empathy

38:32 Desensitization and Empathy

40:40 Techniques to Enhance Empathy

47:33 Understanding Bicultural Empathy

52:56 Empathy in Historical Contexts

57:08 The Role of AI in Empathy

01:00:58 Future Research and Final Thoughts

Paria Yaghoubi Jami

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Understanding Emotions with Machine Learning: A Conversation with Hannes Demerling

In this episode of Empathy Unbound, host Andrew Phipps is joined by Hannes Demerling, a pre-doctoral fellow at the Center for Lifespan Psychology at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development.

The discussion delves into Hannes's work on using machine learning to recognize emotions from audio recordings, a field with significant potential applications in healthcare and AI development.

Hannes also shares personal insights into what shaped his interest in emotional research and elaborates on his current projects, including emotion recognition from video material and developing more nuanced emotional descriptions using advanced machine learning models.

The conversation highlights the growing intersection of AI and emotional intelligence, exploring both the challenges and opportunities in the field.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:00 Hannes' Background and Early Influences

03:35 Understanding Empathy in Machine Learning

04:53 Research Methodology and Findings

09:55 Practical Applications of Emotion-Recognizing AI

15:05 Future of Emotion-Recognizing AI

19:53 Current and Future Research Directions

37:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Exploring Vulnerability and Empathy in Education with Dr. Rachel Romero

In this episode of Empathy Unbound, host Andrew Phipps speaks with Dr. Rachel Romero, a sociologist and educator from Texas State University.

They discuss the challenges and importance of vulnerability, particularly in educational settings, and Romero's innovative teaching methods that foster empathy and self-awareness through autoethnography and arts-based approaches.

Drawing from her experiences and extensive academic background, Romero explains how her personal history and family influences shape her research and teaching philosophy. The conversation delves into the nuances of storytelling, the power of empathy, and the significance of creating safe environments for open dialogue.

00:00 The Challenge of Vulnerability

01:13 Introducing Dr. Rachel Romero 02:20 Exploring Autoethnography

03:16 Rachel's Personal Journey

05:33 The Power of Storytelling

06:23 Defining Key Concepts: Self-Awareness, Empathy, and Vulnerability

07:53 Student Reflections on Autoethnography

09:37 Vulnerability in the Classroom

15:18 The Role of Social Media in Storytelling

18:50 The Importance of Personal Stories

26:32 Art-Based Methods in Research and Teaching

31:07 Understanding the Power of Drama in Education

31:44 Exploring Empathy Through Unique Perspectives

34:13 Challenges in Discussing Sensitive Topics

36:58 The Importance of Empathy in Education

45:23 Innovative Teaching Methods for Large Classrooms

48:42 The Future of Empathy and Sustainability

52:12 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Rachel's Faculty Profile

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Empathy, AI, and the Effort Paradox with Professor Michael Inzlicht

In this episode of 'Empathy Unbound,' host Andrew Phipps engages in a profound conversation with Professor Michael Inzlicht from the University of Toronto.

They explore the complexities of empathy, the potential of empathic AI, and how humans often avoid empathy due to its mentally demanding nature. The discussion also delves into the intriguing 'effort paradox,' where effort is both avoided and valued, and how chronic cannabis use and social media impact human behaviour and well-being.

This episode offers a deep dive into modern psychological science, AI ethics, and the dynamic interplay between work, effort, and leisure.

00:00 Introduction to AI and Empathy

01:27 Welcome to Empathy Unbound

01:33 Meet Professor Michael Inzlicht

05:31 Defining Empathy

11:32 Exploring Empathic AI

27:03 The Effort Paradox

36:20 The Effort Paradox

36:43 Empathy in Parenting

37:34 The Value of Struggle

39:17 Exercise as a Miracle Pill

40:43 The Effort Paradox in Daily Life

45:12 Social Media's Impact on Wellbeing

50:14 Exploring Cannabis Use

56:28 Future Research Directions

01:00:10 AI in Medicine and Governance

01:06:54 Final Thoughts and Reflections