Certified Diversity Executive Grant Harris, a 3X published autistic author, organizational culture specialist, global public speaker and introvert joins Jeri Bingham on this episode of Hush Loudly.
Grant Harris’s autism diagnosis at the age of 38 has impacted his amazing journey and also supports his testament to the unifying force of neurodiversity. His non-linear thinking and recognition of the power of neuroinclusion in the workplace has made him a highly sought-after presenter and advocate who helps companies implement short- to long-range human capital goals. Harris is the only U.S. panelist tapped to speak at the upcoming Black Introvert Week UK summit on 10/30/25. Learn more at compliancetocommunity.com

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham speaks with practicing attorney, educator and author, Dr. John Igwebuike, who champions the power of effective listening to build interpersonal bridges, cultivate human connection and foster transformational unity. Igwebuike assures us that Individuals can learn to be better listeners at any age. Learn more about it and his Listening Conference in Chicago on 10/25/25. Dr. Igwebuike’s TEDx Talk on Strategies for Active Listening can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nH9hS8vbAfI Please register today –> here. 

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham chats with Introverted airline pilot, astrologer, author, and survivor of ritual abuse, Juliana Rose Teal about her journey. Juliana talks about nature being a place of safety and beauty, noting that it is a place to focus on when other areas of life aren’t so beautiful. Flying taught her self-sufficiency and increased confidence after experiencing years of trauma from childhood to young adulthood. for more information on Juliana go to www.JulianaRoseTeal.com

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham, EdD and Veronica Appleton, PhD have a conversation about introverts, ambiverts and extroverts, as well as the intersectionality of personality type with other identities. Listen in as Dr. Appleton, also an author, keynote facilitator and curriculum designer talks about tapping into the strength and power of listening.

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham speaks with Mike Nellis, former Senior Adviser to 2024 Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris and co-founder of “White Dudes for Harris” about introversion, the fundraiser they co-hosted for former US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and more! Mike shares his story about understanding who he is, and being authentic, which happens to be the name of his digital marketing and fundraising agency (Authentic) that has raised $1B for the democratic party. Mike leads with purpose and is determined to make an impact by supporting powerful voices at the federal, state and local levels. For more information on Mike and his efforts go to https://endlessurgency.com/ and https://authentic.org

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham talks to author and introvert Lisa Hurley about rest being the new success through the soft life. Hurley encourages us to remove our superhero capes, create life-work balance, and oppose society’s hustle culture. Hurley’s book, “Space To Exhale: A Handbook for Curating a Soft, Centered, Serene Life” shows us how to beat burnout and embrace rest. This transformational book is part memoir, part manifesto, part meditation guide, Space To Exhale is a self-help manual that inspires us all to remove our superhero capes, put our masks on first, and create lasting life-work balance. Lisa is also the Founder of The Great Exhale, a serene virtual community focused on sisterhood and soft living, where Black women can relax, lay their burdens down—and exhale. For more information on Lisa and the book go to https://www.spacetoexhalebook.com/

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham chats with Gregory Smith, Chancellor of the San Diego Community College system. Leaning into his innate abilities and introvert-leaning skill sets, Greg Smith’s non-traditional path to chancellorship is a winning formula for his career in higher education leadership and making an impact.

HushLoudly tackles the subject of introversion when intersected with marginalized identities (race, gender, LGBTQ+ status) and the impact it could have based on an expectation rooted in stereotypes and unconscious bias. Dean Marchildon, an introverted gay male shares the misperceptions that sometimes occur when others are expecting more animated behaviors from him. Marchildon talks about how leadership is not monolithic, and that women, introverts and marginalized groups should be able to lead differently and authentically. Host Jeri Bingham and Marchildon also talk about how they met through an introverted leadership professional development class at a prestigious institution, how to recharge and how to lean into an introverted personality type. For more on Dean follow him on Linked In and for more information on the programs highlighted check out https://professional.dce.harvard.edu/programs/introverts-as-leaders-quiet-power-as-a-leadership-strength/ and also https://professional.dce.harvard.edu/programs/lgbtq-leadership-program-leading-with-pride/

Author, advocate and introvert Steve Friedman joins Hush Loudly host Jeri Bingham. Hear as Steve shares the journey that led him to create his community and the inspiration behind his bestselling books, including “The Corporate Introvert” and “The Essential Guide for Families with Down Syndrome”. For more information about Steve and all his projects, be sure to check out his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/steve.friedman.106?mibextid=ZbWKwL

HushLoudly’s Jeri Bingham speaks with Jenn Granneman, co-author of Sensitive, The Secret Lives of Introverts and the founder of Introvert, Dear, the world’s largest community for introverts. Are you considered a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or maybe you aren’t sure? Learn more about this segment of the population, their possible relationship to introverts, and how, as an HSP, you can learn to manage others’ energies while protecting your own. Understand how being an HSP is a gift, and how to manage potential challenges and obstacles. Learn more about Jenn and her books here.