(320) Diversity Rocks

(320) Diversity Rocks

Author: Matt Ballantine & Chris Weston January 16, 2025 Duration: 40:08
At a time when a group of rich, white, middle-aged American men seem to be claiming that inclusion has gone too far, Michelle and Julia have a fabulous conversation with diversity consultant Liz Crutchley. You can find out more about Liz’s work at https://diversityrocks.co.uk/

Every week, Matt Ballantine and Chris Weston sit down to untangle the complex and often surprising ways technology reshapes our daily work. Their WB-40 podcast isn't about shiny new gadgets or abstract theories; it's grounded in the practical reality of how tools, platforms, and digital strategies influence leadership, team dynamics, and organizational culture. While they often bring in insightful guests from various fields, the core of the conversation always returns to navigation-figuring out how to steer through the noise and implement change that actually sticks. You'll hear discussions that blend thoughtful analysis with relatable anecdotes, moving seamlessly between big-picture business trends and the granular details of management. This is for anyone who feels caught between the relentless pace of technological promise and the human realities of making things work. Tune in for a candid, nuanced exploration of work's evolving landscape, where the focus is less on having all the answers and more on asking the right questions.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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(309) Just Desserts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:42
On this week’s show Julia and Matt are joined by Mon Dessert’s founder Samina Courtin to talk about her journey from kitchen to supermarket, and the challenges of scaling physical product businesses. You can find out mor…
Good Girl Deprogramming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:02
Michelle’s got a new podcast, and here’s the first episode! If you’d like to hear more, you can find all the details at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-minnikin
(308) Reboot Hiring [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:38
On the first show of the Autumn, Matt and Michelle are joined by recruitment expert Katrina Collier to talk about her new book Reboot Hiring. You can find out more about her book at https://katrinacollier.com/reboot-hiri…
(307) Ask WB-40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:58
For the first time all five regular WB-40 hosts are in the same show! This week Chris, Julia, Lisa, Matt and Michelle answer questions about the IT job market, AI regulation, first jobs and more besides! Here’s the chart…
(306) AI, Empathy and knowing yourself [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:17
On this week’s show Michelle and Lisa are joined by polymath Minter Dial to talk about Artificial Intelligence, human self-awareness and the wonders of Padel tennis.
(305) News Media [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:00
It’s Election Week in the UK, and so Matt and Michelle speak with digital news veteran Kevin Anderson about how the interaction between journalism, technology and news media has changed over recent decades.
(304) Openings [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:10
On this week’s show, Michelle and Chris are joined once again by OpenUK CEO Amanda Brock to talk new agendas for Open with new governments, remote working, diversity and AI in the Open Source world.
(303) Aspirationally Idle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:23
On this week’s show, Michelle and Chris meet with Martin Sadler to talk about his new book about being a CIO –Aspirationally Idle. You can get your own copy at https://aspirationallyidle.sumupstore.com/ Header image Rola…
(302) Multidiscipline [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:40
On this week’s show Matt and Lisa are joined by Ara Higueras to talk about her multidisciplinary background, her coaching and her book And how?