Nadia and Rob get wonky with labor rules for gig workers and get jealous about a great idea from The North Face. Then, Rob hosts Call For Culture CEO Angela R. Howard to talk about how companies can look outside of themselves to see what is coming in workplace culture and how HR should be thinking about its role in cultural transformation. Then, Nadia rants about companies pulling back on paying for employees' weight loss drugs and Rob raves about Wolverine's "Woman-made" campaign. Learn more about the articles mentioned: Businesses escalate fight against Biden rule on gig worker pay | The Wa ..read more

Executive Director of CAIR Massachusetts, Tahirah Amatul-Wadud joins Nadia and Rob to talk about how to make the most of Ramadan accommodations requests, where discrimination and harassment is growing, and how to remind ourselves that we deserve joy. Also, Nadia and Rob are embarrassed for Johns Hopkins Medical's repudiation of their DEI leader's definition of privilege and Goldman comes up short on women's progress in leadership posts. Finally, Rob rants about the irony of the TikTok forced sale and Nadia commends a new astronaut. Learn more about the articles mentioned: Controvers ..read more

Nadia and Rob zoom in on a strange anti-DEI resolution from dermatologists and discuss Google's Gemini AI's racially inaccurate depiction of historical events. Then, an Alabama mayor suggests Black athletes bypass the state over anti-DEI bill. 'Tide and Chanel's CEO is named a Time Woman of the Year. Finally, Nadia calls out all the heavy stuff going on in the world and Rob celebrates a big time score for an African music label. Learn more about the articles mentioned: Inside the DEI Battle in Dermatology | Allure | https://www.allure.com/story/american-academy-of-dermatology-dei-re ..read more

Dr. Fadia Nordtveit joins Inclusive Collective to talk about the link between sustainability and DEIB, how to align DEIB across functions as you develop you business model, and why she leans on data to drive change. Also, Nadia and Rob discuss Disney characters' efforts to unionize (and Rob gives a review of Goofy's Kitchen at Disneyland) and Wisconsin Republicans' constitutional amendment limiting DEI in government. Later, Nadia rants about the Valentine's Day ride-share strike and Rob raves about Princeton's president's defense of diversity on campus. Learn more about the articles mentioned ..read more

Nadia and Rob sort through the big moments from this year's Grammy Awards before circling back to Zoom's DEI layoffs and the results of a study on remote work. Then, they talk about the US Census' backtracking on a proposed change to identifying disability, and companies' efforts to root out child labor in their supply chains. Finally, Rob rants about age bias and Nadia highlights the work of a special music educator. Learn more about the articles mentioned: Zoom laid off its DEI team—and it’s not the only company making such cuts | Fast Company | https://www.fastcompany.com/91025936/zoom-lai ..read more

Nadia and Rob welcome theatre DEI expert DeWanda Smith Soeder to talk about cultural competencies needed to create and run a theatrical production, how cultural issues collide in wigs, wardrobe, and makeup, and lessons for other creative spaces. They also discuss the NFL's New England Patriots' new head coach's take on why "seeing color" is important and Rob takes us back to Utah for more anti-DEI chicanery. Later, they rave about the FAA's new accessibility regulations and rant about a Democratic presidential candidate's cash-inspired change of heart on DEI. Learn more about the articles men ..read more

Nadia and Rob predict (with 100% guaranteed accuracy) what will happen in 2024 with predictions on Generative AI in HR, HR Tech, reverse discrimination lawsuits, quotas, childcare, and religion. They also offer predictions on the election, popular sayings, and the quality of Rob's haircuts. Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley. Produced by Rifelion Media. Contact us: inclusivecollective@rifelion.com Find episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nqh7hCZOp7EQc6SekaYmT2QHqCvjsYdH?usp=sharing For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71u ..read more

Nadia and Rob reflect on memorable guests before discussing another lawsuit claiming reverse discrimination at Hello Alice and a former Facebook DEI staffer's misdeeds. Plus, end-of-year well wishes and a nod to PwC's neurodiversity push. Read the articles: "Hello Alice files motion to dismiss case alleging racial discrimination": https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/news/hello-alice-files-motion-to-dismiss-case-alleging-racial-discrimination/ "Former Facebook diversity strategist pleads guilty to stealing more than $4 million from company": https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/13/former-facebook-di ..read more

Nadia and Rob pass the mic to showcase the premier episode of Rifelion Media's new podcast, FannBoy Friday. Host Shajahan Khan is joined by Pakistani-American screenwriter, producer, musician, and journalist Abdullah Saeed to discuss his comedy TV show “Deli Boys.” Inclusive Collective is hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley. FannBoy Friday is hosted by Shahjehan Khan. Follow Abdullah Saeed @imyourkid on Instagram. Read more about this featured interview at https://createfann.com/fannboy-friday-with-shahjehan-khan-abdullah-saeed-media-mogul-in-the-making/ Learn more at www.createfann.com P ..read more

This week, Nadia and Rob have fashion advice for Alaska Airlines, a former presidential advisor sues Mars Inc. over its DEI aspirations, and we are joined by Harvard Business School’s Director of DEI Alicia Thomas who talks about how HBS prioritizes inclusivity as it develops future business leaders, the mental health support necessary for students, and about her path to the elite institution (apparently there are rabbits there!). Later Nadia supports drag queens at her local library and Rob ends his feud with the British royal family. Hosted by Nadia Butt and Rob Hadley. Produced by Rif ..read more