Leadership and Innovation Unlocked

By Inclusive Collective

The Leadership and Innovation Unlocked podcast with Inclusive Collective is a conversation with and for leaders driving performance and innovation through inclusive leadership. Our guests consist o

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The podcast currently has 104 episodes available.

Leadership and Innovation Unlocked episodes:

November 18, 2025 The AI leadership vacuum, an NBA exec gets canned, and how to make your employee engagement survey meaningful with Dr. Nicole Boyko
Employee Experience expert Dr. Nicole Boyko joins Nadia and Rob to share how companies are working to understand belonging now, how she helps leaders see themselves in survey results, and why companies have to listen to employees continuously. Nadia and Rob also break down a Mercer report on how leaders are missing the mark in AI communications and highlight an NBA executive's risky move that ended in disaster. Later, Nadia rants about the darker side of the rhetoric around Zohran Mamdani's election victory, and Rob sends Veteran's Day best wishes.

Articles referenced in the show:
https://www.hrdive.com/news/leadership-vacuum-prompts-ai-anxiety-at-work/805113/
https://www.wsj.com/sports/basketball/nico-harrison-dallas-mavericks-fired-luka-doncic-trade-ea81e8e7?mod=sports_lead_pos2

Find season 5 episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bP3N6QYBG0UkzdRm5GwiFfoQLvGtIRrK?usp=sharing

Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven inclusive strategy.
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November 04, 2025 SHRM gets raw and human-centered leadership with Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi
Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi joins Nadia and Rob to talk about why trust is the new ROI, the importance of listening, and why command leadership can't drive innovation. Also, Nadia and Rob break down SHRM's "Listening Across Lines" DEI debate between Van Jones and Robby Starbuck. Plus Rob rants about and Nadia raves about...
Learn more about the topics discussed in the episode today:
SHRM Conversation: https://www.linkedin.com/events/shrmblueprint-leadingacrossline7386401327033102336/

Connect with Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi:https://golnazgolnaraghi.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ggolnaraghi/Learn more about Accelerate Her Future:https://accelerateherfuture.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/accelerate-her-future/

Find season 5 episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bP3N6QYBG0UkzdRm5GwiFfoQLvGtIRrK?usp=sharing

Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven inclusive strategy.

Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at [email protected]

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/inclusivecollective/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inclusivecollectivepodcast
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Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadianazbutt/
Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hadley-utah/
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October 21, 2025 Season Premiere: We’re Back! Exploring the Workplace in 2025 with Rob & Nadia
The Inclusive Collective team returns to bring you Season 5: Leadership & Innovation Unlocked! ⁠Dr. Nadia Butt⁠ and ⁠Rob Hadley⁠ are back with fresh takes on what’s shaping the modern workplace. This week, ⁠Google tightens remote work policies⁠ and ⁠Toyota brings childcare to rural Iowa⁠. They'll also answer listener questions about generational divides at work, navigating uncertainty, and how to assess and drive accountability.

Find season 5 episode transcripts here

Connect with us: Visit www.nazconsultants.com to learn more about Dr. Nadia Butt’s work in leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness, and check out http://www.tekanoconsulting.com/ to explore Rob Hadley’s approach to data-driven inclusive strategy.

Send us your thoughts or topic ideas at [email protected]

Follow Inclusive Collective: ⁠LinkedIn⁠, ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and ⁠Facebook⁠

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36min
October 09, 2025 Inclusive Collective Is Back: Leadership and Innovation Unlocked
Check out the 5th season of Leadership and Innovation Unlocked with Inclusive Collective
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June 04, 2024Inclusive Collective Podcast - The 100th Episode
Inclusive Collective Podcast turns 100 as Nadia and Rob reflect on their favorite guests, changes in DEI, what is next for the show, and how to pick the best podcast co-host.
Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.
Produced by Rifelion Media.
Contact us: [email protected]
Find episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nqh7hCZOp7EQc6SekaYmT2QHqCvjsYdH?usp=sharing
For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective

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May 22, 2024Diversity in drug development, New York's governor demeans Bronx kids, and leadership expert Paul MacLoughlin, Phd
Paul MacLoughlin, Phd. stops by to break down what leadership is, why it's so hard, and what drives him to help others get better at it. Nadia and Rob also discuss gaps in diversity in clinical trials and some insensitive comments from New York's governor. Finally, Rob raves about a different kind of culture conference and Nadia finds a Supreme Court justice's ethics lacking.
Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.
Produced by Rifelion Media.
Contact us: [email protected]
Find episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nqh7hCZOp7EQc6SekaYmT2QHqCvjsYdH?usp=sharing
For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective

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43min
May 07, 2024Adidas troubles beyond Ye, a massive AAPI media opportunity, and Dr. Amanda Carroll
Dr. Amanda Carroll stops by to talk about the "Island of Training", why a human element in learning and development is vital, and how to integrate DEI with leadership learning. Also, Nadia and Rob discuss Adidas' DEI troubles beyond Kanye and a trio of McKinsey studies on underrepresentation in media. Later, Rob lightly rants about his latest conference observations, and Nadia raves about faculty support for anti-war protesters.
Check out France Frei's Ted Talk.
Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.
Produced by Rifelion Media.
Contact us: [email protected]
Find episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nqh7hCZOp7EQc6SekaYmT2QHqCvjsYdH?usp=sharing
For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective

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46min
April 23, 2024MLS's bold plan to fix Diversity and Guest Grace Yung Foster
Grace Yung Foster, Founder and CEO of The Inclusion Initiative, joins Nadia & Rob this week to discuss the barriers transracial adoptees and foster alumni professionals often face and the preliminary findings of a study her organization conducted for this community. Also, Nadia and Rob chat about Major League Soccer's (MLS) latest endeavors to increase diversity and Google's recent firings. Finally, Nadia rants about a University's request to silence their valedictorian and Rob raves about Trump's Truth Social's Commitment to DEI
Website: https://www.theinclusioninitiative.com
Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.
Produced by Rifelion Media.
Contact us: [email protected]
Find episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nqh7hCZOp7EQc6SekaYmT2QHqCvjsYdH?usp=sharing
For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective

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42min
April 09, 2024Congress Quits DEI, a Census Race Change, and Guest Lina Cañon of Nur Group
Lina Cañon of Nur Group joins Nadia and Rob to talk about the lack of lived experience in non-profit leadership, gaps in philanthropy and venture capital systems, and why we all need to get together (in person) in community to solve societal problems. Also, Nadia and Rob discuss Congress shutting down a DEI office and changes to how the US Census collects race data. Later, Rob rants about SHRM endorsing an anti-DEI politician and Nadia raves about all of the great things happening in women's college basketball.

Learn more about the articles mentioned:
Congressional staff are still not representative of the people they serve — so why did Congress close its Office of Diversity and Inclusion? | The Hill | https://thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/4567773-our-lawmakers-are-still-not-representative-of-the-people-they-serve-so-why-did-congress-close-its-office-of-diversity-and-inclusion/
US government changing how it asks about people’s race and ethnicity | 7NEWS | https://whdh.com/news/us-government-changing-how-it-asks-about-peoples-race-and-ethnicity/
Hijab-wearing players in women’s NCAA Tournament hope to inspire others | Western Mass News | https://www.westernmassnews.com/2024/04/01/hijab-wearing-players-womens-ncaa-tournament-hope-inspire-others/
Learn more about Nur Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-nur-group/people/
Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.
To learn more about Ramadan America visit https://www.ramadanamerica.com/
Produced by Rifelion Media.
Contact us: [email protected]
Find episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nqh7hCZOp7EQc6SekaYmT2QHqCvjsYdH?usp=sharing
For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective

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45min
March 26, 2024Ramadan America Film Debut Recap and Biden Pushes Disability Care
Rob interviews Nadia about her experience attending the "Ramadan America" film debut. Nadia then discusses the Biden push for disability care expansion and Rob talks about American workers' rights to disconnect from their devices after work hours. Later, they rant about Iowa going backward on gender parity in government and rave about Dermatologists' pushback against anti-DEI pushback.

Learn more about the articles mentioned:
In the US, companies may lead the ‘right to disconnect’ movement, leaders say | HR Drive | https://www.hrdive.com/news/us-companies-right-to-disconnect-movement/
Biden Calls For Investment In Disability Services | Disability Scoop | https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2024/03/12/biden-calls-for-investment-in-disability-services/30778/
Iowa poised to end gender parity rule for governing bodies as diversity policies targeted nationwide | Independent | https://www.independent.co.uk/news/iowa-ap-des-moines-supreme-court-republican-b2508850.html
Find or book a screening of Ramadan America here: https://www.ramadanamerica.com/screenings
Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley.
To learn more about Ramadan America visit https://www.ramadanamerica.com/
Produced by Rifelion Media.
Contact us: [email protected]
Find episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nqh7hCZOp7EQc6SekaYmT2QHqCvjsYdH?usp=sharing
For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective
If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/InclusiveCollective

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FAQs about Leadership and Innovation Unlocked:

How many episodes does Leadership and Innovation Unlocked have?

The podcast currently has 104 episodes available.