The Diverse Minds Podcast

Updated: 12 Nov 2024 • 268 episodes

The podcast that talks about race equality and wellbeing for a busy modern world through inspiring stories, interviews and case studies. Brought to you by Leyla Okhai, CEO of Diverse Minds UK and former Head of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Centre at Imperial College London. We provide insights from diverse thought leaders in race equality, wellbeing and mental health to increase your understanding and enable you to make positive changes in your life with ease.

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Welcome to the 266th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I’m tackling a topic that undermines inclusivity in the workplace - gatekeeping. I unpack what gatekeeping truly is, why it’s so difficult to identify, and how it can insidiously overlap with bullying. I also reflect on the impact

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Welcome to the 265th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, we continue celebrating Black History Month 2024 with a focus on challenging narratives. We unpack the concept of the white gaze, exploring how it shapes interactions and influences self-expression.In today’s show on Recentering t

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Welcome to the 264th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In celebration of Black History Month 2024, this month's series will focus on Reclaiming Narratives. This episode explores the concept of the white gaze, its manifestations, the ways it operates, how it compels many to self-censor and more.In toda

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Welcome to the 263rd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In celebration of Black History Month 2024, this episode focuses on this year's theme - Reclaiming Narratives. We’ll delve into the power of storytelling and how narratives shape our thinking and society.In today’s show on Challenging Dominant Nar

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Welcome to the 262nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In today's episode, we’re tackling a topic that affects every workplace: conflict. We'll explore the common causes of workplace conflict, dive into effective strategies for managing it, and discuss the serious consequences when it’s left unresolve

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Welcome to the 261st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! This month, we're focusing on a crucial and timely theme: conflict and how to manage it effectively.In today’s show on What workplaces do now after the racist riots?Why I decided to cover this topic. [00:46]Rachael Twumasi-Corson’s reflections on

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