She+ Geeks Out Podcast

In this episode of the She+ Geeks Out podcast, we discuss the latest news around SHRM's decision to remove the word "equity" from their DEI language. We’re then joined by Chief Economist at Revelio Labs, Lisa Simon, to discuss a data-driven look at the future of employer and employee trends. Tune in for a lively conversation about current events and the ever-evolving landscape of diversity initiatives and the future of work!

[00:00:56] Felicia and Rachel talk about SHRM's removal of "equity" in DEI.

[00:13:30] Interview with Lisa starts.

[00:17:30] Workforce intelligence at Rebellion Labs.

[00:23:31] Remote work trends post-COVID.

[00:26:27] Employee loyalty and trust.

[00:30:18] Challenges in employer-employee dynamics.

[00:35:54] Generative AI in the workforce.

[00:39:15] AI and Creative Tasks.

[00:45:25] Surprising new gender gap.

[00:49:44] Work activities taxonomy.

[00:51:45] Job titles are meaningless.

[01:00:18] Collecting cliff salt in Spain.

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In this episode, we reflect on our journey from Boston Girl Geek Dinners to She Geeks Out, highlighting how the landscape has completely changed for supporting women in tech. We then talk with Lisa Hannum of Beehive PR about the evolving landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion within executive leadership through the pandemic, social crises, and beyond.

[00:00:19] Girls in tech non-profit closing.

[00:06:32] Sponsorship challenges in tech community.

[00:10:39] Evolution of diversity work.

[00:11:45] DEI work and crisis work.

[00:12:45] Interview with Lisa starts.

[00:15:12] An unexpected career change.

[00:20:10] The power of clarity.

[00:25:43] B Corp certification.

[00:28:55] Mind your own bobber.

[00:35:18] DEI work as organizational identity.

[00:39:10] Crisis communication and DEI work.

[00:43:33] Organizations and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

[00:46:44] Leadership challenges and expectations.

[00:50:09] Speaking Up in Difficult Situations.

[00:54:32] Return to work policies.

[01:00:53] Women in C-suite roles.

[01:03:18] Choices and marginalized communities.

[01:07:22] Where to find Beehive.

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On this episode of the SheGeeksOut podcast, we chat with Dr. Charmain Jackman, founder of InnoPsych, a mental health platform focusing on therapists of color. Dr. Jackman shares insights on challenges in mental health support for BIPOC communities, her journey with InnoPsych, and how emotional well-being practices can translate into the workplace. Tune in for an engaging discussion on promoting diversity and inclusion in mental health services.

[00:01:16] Interview with Dr. Charmain starts.

[00:06:29] Entrepreneurship journey and challenges.

[00:08:24] Overcoming obstacles in therapy.

[00:14:47] Finding the right therapist.

[00:18:04] Workplace well-being.

[00:20:24] National BIPOC Mental Health Awareness.

[00:26:59] Importance of cultural competency

[00:30:49] Lack of cultural competency in therapy.

[00:33:21] Accessibility in finding therapists.

[00:35:30] Decolonized approach to therapy.

[00:42:32] The role of AI in therapy.

[00:44:21] Privacy concerns in therapy industry.

[00:49:31] Self-care and prioritizing health.

[00:53:27] Stepping out of comfort zone.

[00:55:24] Stay updated on all things.

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In this episode, we chat with Katrina Loutzenhiser, Director of Learning and Development at Oncology Nursing Society, about challenges in providing learning and development to a member organization, motivating people to engage in DEI work, and integrating DEI into the workplace. We also discuss our involvement with ONS as clients and share insights from our recent work together.

[00:00:50] Clients as podcast guests.

[00:04:25] Interview with Katrina starts.

[00:06:25] DEI Journey

[00:10:55] Tying bonuses to diversity training.

[00:13:50] Mandatory vs voluntary training.

[00:18:13] Engaging in lunchtime conversations.

[00:21:27] Impact of Five Minute Conversations.

[00:24:06] Importance of post-training work.

[00:28:44] Intersection of L&D and DEI.

[00:32:06] Knowledge checks.

[00:37:10] Future goals and aspirations.

[00:40:44] Meaningful job for women.

Links mentioned:

• Contact Katrina via email at [email protected]
• ONS website

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This week on the She Geeks Out podcast, we chat with Erica Becks, the Confidence Guru, a seasoned leadership and transformative mindset coach. Erica empowers women to break barriers and boost confidence using a personalized and evidence-based approach. With a Master's from UC Berkeley and a Bachelor's from Brown University, Erica's impactful coaching has been featured in major outlets like the Today Show and the Huffington Post. Tune in to gain insights from Erica's wisdom!
 

[00:02:36] Mexico's first woman president.

[00:05:26] Gender parity in Mexico.

[00:08:03] Supreme Court justices controversy.

[00:10:31] Interview with Erica starts.

[00:15:27] Entrepreneurial opportunity at social networking.

[00:19:36] Conquering fear of public speaking.

[00:23:25] The power of confidence.

[00:25:55] Trauma in the workplace.

[00:28:41] Therapeutic background in coaching.

[00:32:38] Internal barriers for women.

[00:38:58] Overcoming self-doubt and building confidence.

[00:39:44] Neuroplasticity in brain science.

[00:43:38] Cultivating Confidence Quickly.

[00:47:25] Meditation and its benefits.

[00:51:33] The power of positive self-talk.

[00:55:26] Positive self-talk app.

[00:58:29] Generational differences in parenting.

[01:02:28] Evolution of leadership mindset coaching.

[01:05:29] Manifesting with the Mindvalley app.

[01:09:07] Stay updated on all things.

Links mentioned:

• Self Talk Plus app
• Mind Valley app
• Follow Erica on LinkedIn

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In our latest episode, we speak with Bo Young Lee, President and Chief Impact Officer of AnitaB.org, discussing her expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Bo's experience at Uber and other major organizations highlights her impact in driving meaningful, positive change. Our conversation covers Bo's origin story, DEI backlash, supporting underrepresented people in the workplace, and insights on the tech industry. Don't miss out on the valuable resources available at www.sgolearning.com to learn more about mitigating bias in various settings.

[00:02:14] Women in tech spaces shutting down.

[00:06:50] The changing tech industry landscape.

[00:08:05] Interview with Bo starts.

[00:08:52] Origin story and resilience.

[00:11:51] Embracing cultural identity in leadership.

[00:16:33] Anita Borg's Impact and Evolution.

[00:19:29] Challenges at Grace Hopper.

[00:24:27] Scarcity mindset in tech companies.

[00:27:15] Ethical considerations in tech industry.

[00:32:36] Leadership and tech ethics.

[00:36:29] Evolution of DEI initiatives.

[00:37:11] Diversity and inclusion initiatives.

[00:41:16] Embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

[00:47:20] Diversity and Perception.

[00:48:45] Diversity and Inclusion

[00:54:05] Organizations in DEI space landscape.

[00:57:43] Creating an alternative version of capitalism.

[00:58:59] Privacy and social media boundaries.

Links mentioned: 

• Blog post about events for women in tech
• Follow Bo Young Lee on LinkedIn

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This week on the She Geeks Out podcast, we chat with Marta Schaaf, Director of the Amnesty International Program on Climate, Economic, and Social Justice. We discuss her awe-inspiring background in advocacy work, her current work on climate change (both locally and globally), and the importance of corporate responsibility. Spoiler alert - corporations can make a heckuva lot more impact on climate action than we can by recycling or quitting plastic straws. Her passion for the work is clear, and we were moved. We bet you will be, too!

[00:02:28] Student demonstrations for divestment.

[00:07:07] Privilege and College Protests.

[00:10:55] Two-state solution debate.

[00:11:39] Toxicity in alumni groups.

[00:13:37] Interview with Marta starts.

[00:18:07] Climate justice.

[00:21:34] Fatal Fuels.

[00:25:55] Plastic straw movement and activism.

[00:29:30] Activism and climate change.

[00:31:03] Access to Power and Hope.

[00:36:11] Getting involved at a local level.

[00:41:26] Political engagement and activism

[00:43:22] Corporate Responsibilities and Regulations.

[00:49:01] Labor leader's impactful statement.

[00:50:33] Colonizing space is a distraction.

[00:54:46] Geeking out about national parks.

[00:57:41] Becoming an abortion activist.

Links mentioned:

• Amnesty International
• Climate Families NYC
• Follow Marta on LinkedIn

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On this week's episode of the She Geeks Out podcast, we chat with Denielle Finkelstein and Thyme Sullivan, cousins and co-founders who also lead their company as Co-CEOs. We explore the unique challenges and rewards of managing a business with family. Our discussion also covers important topics such as access to period products and the challenges of fundraising as women entrepreneurs. Kicking off the episode, we examine the significance of May Day and its impact on workers' rights.

[00:00:45] Co-CEO relationships and family dynamics.

[00:06:36] The 40-hour work week.

[00:08:05] Interview starts.

[00:08:13] Unique name stories

[00:12:40] Impactful female-focused bathroom product.

[00:17:49] Men as allies in innovation.

[00:20:41] Choosing the name "Unicorn."

[00:23:15] Magic in the bathroom.

[00:25:50] Unconventional marketing strategies.

[00:31:33] Upgraded to twin beds.

[00:33:53] Period poverty.

[00:39:25] Workplace health and performance.

[00:42:11] Workplace challenges and perceptions.

[00:44:54] Gender-neutral bathrooms.

[00:50:16] Ownership and Business Decisions.

[00:53:31] Certification challenges and humor.

[00:57:40] Women in professional poker.

[00:59:31] Legacy of period product accessibility.

[01:02:16] Free code for courses.

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In our latest episode, we interview Erin Loos Cutraro, the founder and CEO of She Should Run, a nonprofit dedicated to encouraging women to run for office - it’s so needed! Did you know that women still hold less than 30% of all elected offices across the federal, state, and local level, and the numbers are even lower when looking at women from underrepresented communities? Black women comprise less than 6% of officeholders in Congress, statewide elective executive offices, and state legislatures; only 7.9% of all women state legislators identify as Latina; and, roughly 0.23 percent of U.S elected officials identify as LGBTQIA+. Women are still less likely than men to have thought about running for office or to express interest in running for office in the future. Women are less likely to have opted into leadership roles from a young age. In fact, few of us– less than 2%– grow up with the dream to run for office one day. There’s lots of work to do!

Before the interview, we chat about the movie American Fiction and how the Black American experience is portrayed in media. 

[00:02:22] Felicia and Rachel discuss the movie American Fiction.

[00:10:50] Interview with Erin.

[00:11:15] Origin story and childhood upbringing.

[00:18:34] Challenges for women candidates.

[00:22:42] Running for office aspirations.

[00:23:46] Women in political roles.

[00:29:35] Nonpartisan space and misconceptions.

[00:33:13] Running for public office journey.

[00:36:17] Women's surge after 2016 election.

[00:41:17] A different political climate.

[00:45:35] Overcoming political exhaustion and paralysis.

[00:49:12] Finding women who aren't looking.

[00:53:12] The importance of diverse opinions.

[00:57:28] Future goals and hopes.

[01:00:49] The opportunity in Gen Z.

Links mentioned:

• https://sheshouldrun.org
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinlooscutraro

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In this episode of the She Geeks Out podcast, Felicia and Rachel interview two remarkable scientists who were part of the Homeward Bound expedition to Antarctica. Tiffany Vora is the Vice Chair of Digital Biology at Singularity University and a faculty member at EY Tech University. Dr. Judit Jimenez Sainz is an Assistant Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a PhD in Biotechnology from the University of Valencia and University College London. They discuss their passions for mentorship, diversity, and translating cutting-edge science into practical solutions for societal advancement.

[00:01:09] Women in STEM advancement.

[00:04:36] Subverting the white savior trope.

[00:07:59] The power of fictional characters.

[00:12:23] STEM careers and Mars exploration.

[00:15:31] Technology and healthcare advancements.

[00:21:55] Future of cancer research.

[00:24:07] Genetic testing and preventive surgery.

[00:29:01] Space exploration benefits humanity.

[00:32:45] Space community joy.

[00:35:28] Women in STEM and Antarctica.

[00:39:02] Mars simulation in high Canadian Arctic.

[00:42:22] Women in Antarctica community.

[00:46:49] Climate change and advocacy.

[00:49:37] Transforming Doom and Gloom into Action.

[00:56:09] Future plans and goals.

[00:58:39] Future priorities in science.

[01:01:31] Party and dancing passion.

[01:03:50] New podcast merch available.

Links mentioned:

• https://homewardboundprojects.com.au/
• https://tiffanyvora.com
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyvora/
• https://jimenezsainzlab.com
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/juditjimenezsainz/
• https://www.teepublic.com/user/she-geeks-out

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