We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text This episode is brought to you by Petty Professor | Cozy Rebellion in Session™ A fearless career leap, a devastating family loss, and a mission to change how brands listen—Dawn V. Carr brings all of it to the table with clarity and heart. We welcome the founder and CEO of Mahogany Insights to explore why so many products miss the mark for Black consumers and how better research—not louder marketing—solves the real problem. Da...
Dec 21, 2025
58 min
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text Word of the day: "fair-chance hiring" and "person" Resource of the day: Young, Nicole & Powell, Gary. (2015). Hiring ex-offenders: A theoretical model. Human Resource Management Review. 25. 298-312. 10.1016/j.hrmr.2014.11.001. In a powerful conversation with Dr. Nicole C Jones-Young, we explore the complex challenges facing individuals with criminal histories as they seek to rebuild their lives through meaningful work...
Jun 11, 2025
45 min
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text *Word of the Day: "Healthcare Deserts" *Link to Nurse Ty's Research, "The Effect of Ethical Leadership on Nurse Bullying, Burnout, and Turnover Intentions" published in the Journal of Nursing Management. When Thanayi "Nurse Ty" Lambert moved from Chicago's North Side to its South Side at 16, she discovered more than a new neighborhood—she found her calling. The stark disparities in educational resources and healthcare access we...
Apr 1, 2025
48 min
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text Political perceptions in leadership impact workplace dynamics—especially for Black employees. Our latest 5 Minute Insights segment unpacks groundbreaking research from Dr. Darryl Rice & team, revealing how managers perceived as Trump supporters create more challenging work environments for Black professionals. 🔹 Key Takeaways: Perceived Political Affiliation Matters – Managers viewed as Trump-supporting were rated lower on ...
Mar 14, 2025
5 min
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text IMPORTANT LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: Information about Ohio anti-DEI bill Information about Texas Senate Bill 17 Dr. Rice's publications President Donald Trump's 2025 Executive Orders Words of the Day: Cultural Screens; Sustained Excellence Question of the Day: Who did Dr. Rice rank as his top athlete? Unlock the transformative power of diversity, equity, and inclusion with insights from our esteemed guest, Dr. Darryl B. Rice, aff...
Feb 19, 2025
1 hr 7 min
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text Welcome to Top 5 DEI, the podcast that explores the world of diversity, equity, and inclusion like never before. Join your hosts as they delve deep into the world of DEI by interviewing a diverse array of professionals who manage, practice, teach, research, or publish anything related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In each episode, your host will ask their guests five thought-provoking questions, giving listeners an insid...
Feb 17, 2025
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We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text In this enlightening episode of 'Top 5 DEI,' Dr. J engages in a profound dialogue on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice with esteemed guest Aaron Ireland, a distinguished educator and founder of a not-for-profit organization offering educational workshops and tutoring to Chicago's youth. Aaron brings his wealth of experience to the discussion, shedding light on the intricate intersection of race, equity, and education wh...
Feb 22, 2024
1 hr 4 min
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text In this insightful episode of the Top 5 DEI Podcast, Dr. J sits down for a compelling interview with Taylor Coward, a dedicated Chicago teacher, diversity advocate, and co-host of the 'When Magic Happens' podcast by WBEZ Chicago. Taylor takes listeners on a journey through her path into social justice and activism, drawing from her experiences as a substitute teacher in both public and private schools in Chicago. The conversati...
Jan 16, 2024
1 hr
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text In this episode of Top 5 DEI podcast, Dr. Jason Lambert, aka Dr. J, engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Joseph Scott Gladstone, an assistant professor of management at Washington State University's Everett campus. Dr. Gladstone's research delves into culturally relevant management education, with a focus on the synergy between Western management science and Native American and Indigenous Peoples cultures. With a back...
Sep 30, 2023
55 min
We hope you enjoy today's podcast and feel free to send us a text In this compelling episode of the Top 5 DEI podcast, Dr. Jason Lambert, aka Dr. J, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jonathan L. Johnson, a highly accomplished Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) executive consultant. Dr. Johnson's extensive background and expertise are nothing short of impressive, and his passion for driving DEI initiatives to create lasting organizational change shines through. Dr. John...
Sep 15, 2023
41 min
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