A Dog Called Diversity

Lisa Mulligan

Welcome to A Dog Called diversity. A podcast exploring the themes of diversity, equity and inclusion through sharing stories of personal and powerful lived experiences. Diversity and Inclusion Leader Lisa Mulligan, speaks with fascinating people and uncovers unique experiences with the purpose of building a more inclusive, accepting and kind world.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best A Dog Called Diversity episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to A Dog Called Diversity for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite A Dog Called Diversity episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Using sport to drive equity..........with Jasmine Titmuss

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11/18/21 • 60 min

This is a super fun and sporty episode with Jasmine Titmuss. She was breaking gender barriers from a young age, playing cricket at school (where she received a scholarship for sport and music) and in the community before many girls were doing so. She went on to play cricket professionally for England, before moving to Hong Kong to be Women’s head coach at the Hong Kong Cricket Club.

She strongly believes in the power of sport to bring people together and drive change in the community. She is currently the Ballgames Manager for Gay Games Hong Kong 2022 and was the first ambassador for PrideSports in 2015, after its launch in the UK in 2006. She has also been part of running baseball teams for Helpers and domestic workers and advocated for access and equality in cricket in Hong Kong.

Jasmine joined Credit Suisse in February 2020, helping them to find talent across APAC. In addition she is the Co-Chair of the HK LGBT+ Open Network and a dedicated advocate for LGBT+ inclusion. She recently won the LGBT+ Inclusion Champion Award 2021 as part of the Hong Kong LGBT+ Inclusion Awards run by Community Business.

On top of all that she has some of the best stories that I know you are going to love

The Culture Ministry exists to create inclusive, accessible environments so that people and businesses can thrive.
Combining a big picture, balanced approach with real-world experience, we help organisations understand their diversity and inclusion shortcomings – and identify practical, measurable actions to move them forward.
Go to https://www.thecultureministry.com/ to learn more
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Equity in sport leadership….with Michelle Redfern

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03/30/23 • 50 min

Michelle Redfern is one kick arse super smart kinda woman.
She runs her own business Advancing Women in Business & Sport, is the co-founder of the global online businesswomen’s network A Career that Soars! Is the co host of the Lead to Soar podcast, the co-founder of Culturally Diverse Women and is the host of The Advancing Women in Sport podcast.
As you can see she makes a massive contribution towards a gender-equal world in both the sport and business sectors and she was a complete delight to speak to on A Dog Called Diversity.

So much to learn from this conversation.

Accelerating women....... with Duncan Hewett

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11/16/23 • 52 min

Today we are thrilled to bring you Duncan Hewett, author of the book ‘Accelerating Women’ and the mastermind behind the transformative program Taara, aimed at supporting women re-entering the workforce in India.
This episode is packed with many thought-provoking discussions. It uncovers the significance of having substantial representation in leadership and the impact feedback has on enhancing diversity. Duncan also opens up about creating safe spaces and why understanding minority experiences matters.
He later dives into the power of data in managing diversity and inclusion initiatives, while also covering the influence of profiling women leaders, and how it can provide valuable role models.
In a world where diversity is often seen as a checkbox to tick off, this episode is a refreshing reminder of the genuine value and importance of diversity and inclusion. It encourages listeners to rethink their assumptions, listen to minority experiences, and take concrete steps towards creating a more inclusive professional world.

Making a Career in Diversity & Inclusion with Sudesh T

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05/06/21 • 54 min

Sudesh Thevasenabathy is the Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Asia at Manulife based in Hong Kong. He is a true believer and advocate of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and with customers, and has been actively works and speaks in supporting inclusion of all forms be it disability, race, gender, sexuality and multigenerational employees.

In 2019 he won the Hong Kong LGBT+ Ally Award and then was named as part of the 2019 Global Top 50 OUTstanding Ally Executive Role Models and he only started working in a diversity and inclusion role 6 months ago.

While diversity and inclusion roles have been around for a while, particularly in the United States, there hasn’t been a massive number of people doing these roles in Asia. Now in the wake of Black Lives Matter, George Floyd’s death and Covid-19 we have seen a massive shift towards organisations realising they haven’t done enough and scrambling to employ leadership roles in this space.

Sudesh is a great example of how you can take the leadership and other skills you have learnt throughout your career and apply them to something new that has purpose and meaning. If you too are thinking you would like to work in Diversity and Inclusion, you will learn lots from my conversation with Sudesh.

Equality in Coaching......with Christine Khor

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07/01/21 • 69 min

Christine Khor is a bit of a dynamo. She owns and runs two businesses, Chorus Executive which offers Recruitment, Consulting, Coaching & Branding services and PeeplCoach an on-demand, coaching-led career and leadership development platform all driven around her strong purpose and drive to ensure everyone can have equal access to an experienced coach. She’s also on the Victorian Development Board of The Hunger Project. Whew!

I enjoyed our conversation so much. We talked about the importance of investing in your growth and future, the impact of growing up Chinese Australian, how imposter syndrome doesn’t just affect women, the one thing that women tell themselves that holds us back (its a good one), how there is a place for mentoring and coaching, and how we just need to think bigger.

I was so energised by that conversation and I hope you were too. If you would like to get in contact with Christine and experience her energy and magic, and invest in your development and future, here are the details:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://get.peeplcoach.com

Anne and Her Husband Take Turns in Their Careers

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02/05/21 • 46 min

Anne Rayner and I had a great chat about all sorts of things related to diversity and inclusion that are pushing stereotypes.
She and her husband take turns in their career. Their latest move to Singapore was for Anne’s career so she could accept the role of CEO for Cambodia, Myanmar and Malaysia as well as the Regional Chief Solutions Officer for Kantar.

They have both taken parental leave after the birth of their two girls and both experienced the challenge of what happens when you step back from your career for a period.

We talked about the Urgent case for Diversity and Inclusion in Asia Pacific, a study Kantar and Campaign Asia conducted together which showed some interesting results and finished up on what Anne want’s to achieve in her job in 2021, and what flexible work could look like.

Disability representation in Fashion.....with Michelle Roger

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07/20/23 • 44 min

Get ready to be inspired as we sit down with the immensely talented Michelle Rogers. This creative powerhouse, hailing from Gippsland, Victoria, has not let her chronic illness and disability stifle her passion for fashion.
As a successful model and photographer, Michelle is shattering stereotypes, advocating for diversity, and pushing for the inclusion of more body sizes, ages, and disabilities in the fashion industry.
Check out her instagram page.
Join us as we:

Delve into Michelle's daily battles with complex chronic illness.
Learn about the monumental effort it takes her to perform tasks many of us take for granted, and
How she manages the unpredictability of her condition.

Michelle's tenacity is evident as she discusses the logistics of preparing for major events, like fashion shows, all while dealing with everyday life challenges.

We wrap up our conversation with a thorough discussion on the significance of understanding both visible and invisible disabilities.
Learn from Michelle's personal experience of the emotional toll of having to prove a disability and the importance of shifting policies from requiring proof to understanding individual needs.
This episode serves as a testament to Michelle's resilience and a call to action for increased inclusivity and representation. Tune in as her story unfolds.

Women don't need to be fixed to lead.....with Cathy Burke

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08/17/23 • 39 min

Our guest this episode, Cathy Burke, is a seasoned leader, gaining much of her experience at The Hunger Project, a organisation that helps communities realize their own vision of a future free from hunger and poverty.
In conversation with Lisa Mulligan, Cathy gives us a glimpse into the lives of resilient women she encountered in villages worldwide, who left an indelible mark on her life and leadership vision.
As the discussion deepens Cathy shares on living and leading differently in our personal spaces, organizations, and the world at large. She shares the challenges posed by antiquated mindsets, and the necessity to embrace a new perspective to proactively tackle issues of the magnitude of climate change.
She stresses the need for extending grace towards ourselves and others amidst testing times, and you'll certainly sense her unmistakable passion for women in leadership roles, and why they don't need to be fixed to lead.
Lastly, Cathy enlightens us on how confronting reality can instill resilience, even in the face of adversity. She provides valuable insights on managing a successful business and maintaining optimism despite hurdles.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who aspires to be a better leader and effect a significant change in the world.
Here is Cathy's free Leaders Mindset diagnostic - to do individually and also use with teams.

Cathy's book Lead In: Mindsets to Lead, Live and Work Differently can be found here and this coupon lead-in gives your listeners a 20% discount

Cathy publishes a weekly newsletter on leadership insights. Subscribe via www.cathyburke.com

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work....with Maria Morukian

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08/24/23 • 50 min

Ever wondered why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is crucial for an organization's growth and development? Well, we've got the right person to discuss it.
Meet Maria Morukian - a DEI consultant from Washington D.C. Maria's bicultural and multilingual upbringing, coupled with her family's experience as refugees, fueled her fascination with diverse cultural value systems. Throughout the episode, she unravels her journey to DEI work and shares the evolution of the DEI landscape over the past nine years, and beyond.
Maria talks about:

The challenges leaders often encounter while making changes to their behaviours
The performative approach to DEI, and its hindrances
How altering power dynamics can provide more opportunities for those who have experienced harm
How intergroup dialogue, storytelling, and perspective-taking can be instrumental in creating a harmonious community.

Maria touches upon the emotional labor and the lack of mental downtime in this work, the complexities of DEI and social justice work, as well as the critical role of future DEI practitioners.
Maria also enlightens us on the power of emotional intelligence learned from the most unexpected sources - our children - in creating an understanding community in our multicultural society. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in understanding DEI and its impact on our current social fabric.

Leadership, connections and personal growth.... with Mel Kettle

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03/07/24 • 37 min

Have you ever wondered how to leverage the power of connections for personal and professional growth? This week's podcast guest, Mel Kettle, sheds light on this.
The episode dives into Mel's journey from crafting annual reports to becoming an in-demand speaker, touching on her pivot to social media, her book "The Social Association," and her key insights on creating online communities.
Another central topic discussed just in time for International Womens Day, was the challenges women face in leadership roles, by underlining the profound impact of imposter syndrome on confidence and the pursuit of leadership positions.
Mel then speaks on her program, Thriving Leaders, which aims to help leaders make a lasting impact and find a more fulfilling way of working while also seeking to empower women and help them regain their confidence.
This episode offers a wealth of knowledge and practical advice for anyone seeking to grow personally and professionally. It serves as a reminder of the power of connections, the importance of self-care, and the potential of women in leadership roles.
Follow Mel on LinkedIn and learn about Mel's work, her courses and her books here.

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How many episodes does A Dog Called Diversity have?

A Dog Called Diversity currently has 135 episodes available.

What topics does A Dog Called Diversity cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Equity, Inclusion, Blm, Podcasts, Gender, Business and Diversity.

What is the most popular episode on A Dog Called Diversity?

The episode title 'Fostering culturally diverse leadership….with Karen Loon' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on A Dog Called Diversity?

The average episode length on A Dog Called Diversity is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of A Dog Called Diversity released?

Episodes of A Dog Called Diversity are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of A Dog Called Diversity?

The first episode of A Dog Called Diversity was released on Jan 5, 2021.

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A Dog Called Diversity

Lisa Mulligan

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