extensio@work: Recent Episodes
Misti Mukherjee
Every thriving workplace has the same three elements in common: leadership, equity and community.
Join us for the podcast series extensio@work, where we’ll explore each of these topics, in rich and candid conversations with historians, educators, activists, authors and leaders. We’ll unpack the common dynamics of thriving workplaces, how to promote equity and community at work, and how great leaders respond to opportunities to change and grow.
In this Season Finale episode of extensio@work™, we explore the role and responsibilities of corporate Board members, the power of authentic leadership, how Boards are reacting to evolving issues of equity, and the transformative consequence of connection with others. Our guest is the visionary corporate Board Director Herman Bulls, repeatedly listed by Savoy Magazine as one of the Top 100 Blacks in Corporate America and one of the Most Influential Black Directors in Corporate America.
In this episode, we’re discussing ableism, women-owned businesses, entrepreneurship, venture capital, cancer, resilience and courage. Our guest is VC investor turned startup founder Ashley Yesayan, the founder and CEO of One Village, a marketplace connecting cancer patients and their supporters with the content, tools, products, and services they need to make life easier before, during, and after treatment.
In this episode of extensio@work™, we’re discussing inclusive leadership: what it means, why it matters, and how it accelerates productivity, equity and innovation at work. Our guest is General Counsel and DEI executive Stephanie Gilliard. Stephanie describes the behaviors and attributes of inclusive leaders, the perils of code switching, the influence of implicit bias, why inauthenticity defeats progression, and how conflict and dissent can be a catalyst for holistic decision-making.
In this episode of extensio@work™, we explore the relationship between Justice and faith, equity, and morality. Our guest is activist, author, and N Street Village leader Schroeder Stribling. We discuss the elements of our common human condition, what it means to be a white ally in the anti-racism movement, and the significance of vulnerability, love, and community in our shared pursuit of justice.
In this episode, we receive a rare, inside view of how hotel leaders used grit, ingenuity, communication, and teamwork to pull through a national shutdown and lead their teams to resilience, reopening and recovery. Our guest is the incomparable Mary Rogers, award-winning VP and GM of the iconic and legendary Fontainebleau Miami Beach hotel and resort. We learn about the transformational impact of empathetic leadership, the unique collaborative spirit of the hospitality industry (yielding innovation and continuity), and why we need travel, leisure, and hospitality experiences to nourish our souls and connect us with friends and family. This story of endurance, innovation and leadership is a heartwarming testament to the human spirit and an inspiring, hopeful message in a post-pandemic world.
In this episode, we’re learning about the new National Museum of the American Latino, to be erected on the National Mall and commemorating over 500 years of Latino contributions to the building, shaping and defending of America. We discuss the tireless efforts of advocates who spent decades supporting the creation of this museum, and we’re enlightened by stories of the rich history, legacy and impact of Latino culture in the United States. Our guest is Danny Vargas, one of Latino Leaders Magazine’s 2020 Most Influential Latinos and the Chairman Emeritus of the Friends of the National Museum of the American Latino.
During this episode, we’re discussing mental health and the impact of the pandemic on our approach to leadership and team engagement. We talk about order and chaos, the importance of failure as a predicate to innovation, the active listening qualities of effective “cyber leaders” and why agility and compassion are competitive advantages. Learn the 5 self-care activities that bring us happiness. Our guest is organizational and clinical psychologist Dr. Greg Powell.
During this episode, we're discussing joy, music, teamwork, resilience and community. Our guest is Joanie Madden, one of the greatest musicians in the history of Irish music in America and the driving force behind the ground breaking all-female band, Cherish the Ladies.
A transformational conversation with the visionary leader Beth Brooke, named eleven times to the Forbes list of the "World's 100 Most Powerful Women". We discuss the critical importance of humility, how to value difference, mentorship, sponsorship (and the distinction between the two), values-based leadership, “success” vs. “significance”, and how to use your platform to make a difference in the world.
During this episode, we’re discussing the art and science of entrepreneurship, how to develop big ideas to create impact, and the critical importance of purpose and joy. Our guest is Pam Allyn, a world-renowned literacy expert, author and social entrepreneur.
During this episode, we’re discussing civil rights for LGBTQ+ individuals, activism, allyship and the power of building coalitions to create impactful change. Our guests are Eddie Adkins, Rob Falk and Michelle Phillips.
What does it really mean to be a “leader”? In this episode, veterans Scott Buttz and Courtney Lynch explore principles, experience and knowledge taught to leaders for more than two centuries in the United States Marine Corps and applicable to anyone who desires to influence outcomes and inspire others. Whether you are an experienced leader or an emerging one, you will find yourself in this rich and passionate discussion of accountability, service, responsibility, humility, failure, trust, corruption, and the undeniable compass point of … Character.
During this episode, Dr. Courtney L. McCluney of Cornell University helps us to understand how organizations and individuals can resist and change practices that maintain inequalities at work. We review critical concepts of marginalization, professionalism, code-switching, culture and the intentionality required for an organization to foster true inclusion, equity and justice within a diverse workforce.
During this episode, we’re discussing American history, and specifically the impact of slavery on our laws and legal systems. In order to lead in a diverse and inclusive workplace, we must examine and understand our history, and in this episode we review and discuss the different ways in which the legal legacy of slavery impacts how we view race today.
Our guest is Dr. David Reed, Assistant Professor in the Department of History and Government at Bowie State University.
During this episode, we’re discussing resilience and strategic thinking for leaders, and how to optimize agility and innovation, particularly in times of change and uncertainty. Our guest is Barbara White, CEO of The Avoka Group, who has spent decades helping companies, agencies and executives to design and execute transformational change centered on strategy, effectiveness and innovation.
A show about workplace issues, exploring concepts of leadership, equity and community, through intimate and meaningful conversations with thought leaders.