The Diverse Minds Podcast
Leyla Okhai
Show overview
The Diverse Minds Podcast has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 322 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 120 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 14 min and 28 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 25 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Leyla Okhai.
From the publisher
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.
Latest Episodes
View all 322 episodes#315: The Pay Transparency Panic: Moving from reporting on Pay Gaps to Action
#314 The Reward Disconnect: Why do the same people always get the recognition?
#313 Don't ignore your staff surveys: How employee voice helps you shape a better business.
SUMMER SHORTS 5: Heather Hester Taking a Stand in Tough Times
SUMMER SHORTS 4: Suzy Sanders on Mindful Moments
SUMMER SHORTS 3: Christian F Nunes on challenging work in challenging times
SUMMER SHORTS 2: Jenny Chen on navigating identity and culture
SUMMER SHORTS 1: Kate Gaskell on making change for social mobility
#312 Stop the Toxic Positivity Trap: Why You Need to Let Your Employees Complain
#311 AI in HR: Are We Automating Bias Into HR Processes?
#310 Are You Using Data or Spying? The Dangerous Misuse of People Analytics
#309 From Rockstar to Risk: Managing the Fallout of Unchecked Egos
#308 Stop Using Non-disclosure Agreements: Why Your Company Fails at Resolving Conflict
#307 The Empathy Trap: Are You an HR Manager or a Therapist?
#306 Yoga Mats Won't Fix Burnout: The Real Root Causes of Employee Exhaustion
#305 Your D&I Strategy is a PR Stunt: Here’s how to fix it
#304 Stop Blaming "Cultural Fit": The Truth About Systemic Bias in HR
#303 Why Professional Courage is Dead. Standing up for what's right at work.
Ep 302#302 Why do HR Leaders Stay Silent When Things Get Toxic?
Welcome to the 302nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I'm exploring toxic workplace culture after attending a darkly comedic show about HR dysfunction. From redundancies out of nowhere to poor management and increased bullying, traditional workplaces have become akin to the Wild West. Discover what truly defines toxic culture, why HR leaders often stay silent, and the radical preventative and investigative measures needed to create real change. Listen to the episode If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from. In today’s show on Why Do HR Leaders Stay Silent When Things Get Toxic? 00:37 - Comedy meets HR: reflections on "You Are All Resources A Work In Progress" by Emma Davies. 01:12 - What toxic workplace culture actually looks like. 03:08 - Current pressures faced by employees in the workplace. 08:04 - Alarming stress statistics and their impact in the workplace. 08:42 - Why HR leaders stay silent in toxic environments. 10:52 - How HR leaders can fix toxic cultures. Quotes on Why do HR Leaders Stay Silent When Things Get Toxic? Traditional workplaces have become very much akin to the Wild West. We can read something, but that doesn't mean we can absorb deep tacit knowledge from one piece of information. Senior leaders are not God. They are not a higher being. They are mere mortals like the rest of us. It's very easy to say we have a zero-tolerance policy. Again, like the word toxic, what does it actually mean? The problem is that if people bring in money, if they are good at collaborating, if they are big hitters in some way, they are exempt. And we see this all the time. .stk-4da79ac {margin-bottom:8px !important;} Resources for Why do HR Leaders Stay Silent When Things Get Toxic? Read Monaco Solicitors' definition of toxic workplace culture Read my blog post: Speaking Out About Workplace Bullying Check out Shavonne O'Reilly's blog: 10 Tips: How to Survive a Toxic Workplace Explore Rad HR - radical approaches to workplace culture and HR practices Episode 300: 5 Things I learned from Careless People by Sarah Wynn Williams Episode 245: What is Psychological Safety at Work? Episode 63: Anti-Bullying Initiatives That Work Episode 267: How to Handle Gatekeepers Episode 11: Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace: What You Can Do About It Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe .stk-ec55c3e {margin-bottom:0px !important;} Work with me Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1 Power Hour Sessions for Organisations Complete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489 Check out my coaching FAQs or learn more about how 1:1 coaching can support your wellbeing. Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from. If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion.
Ep 301#301 Why we need the Alphabet of Happiness by Klaudia Mitura
Welcome to the 301st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! It's March and Women's History Month, and this year's UN theme is "Rights, Justice, Action for All Women and Girls." In this episode, I'm reviewing a completely different kind of book: The Alphabet of Happiness by female author Klaudia Mitura. Discover why cultivating joy and happiness isn't toxic positivity—it's essential fortification for making positive change in the world. In today’s show on Why We Need the Alphabet of Happiness 01:31 - Why this happiness book matters now and how it differs from toxic positivity 02:08 - Klaudia's moving story behind the book and podcast, plus links to previous episodes together 03:41 - Current happiness data and context: why UK wellbeing is at a national mood slump 05:33 - The clever A-to-Z book structure and thematic approach, and how to use it your way 09:11 - My final takeaways on everyday joy as resistance and how to connect with Klaudia Quotes on Why We Need the Alphabet of Happiness We do really need a place and space for happiness and joy to fortify ourselves, to keep going, to make positive change. Finding our happiness and everyday joy is a form of resistance. The language isn't patronising. It doesn't make you feel bad. It is very much optional, and it gives you lots of ideas that work for your life and where you are. Over a quarter of adults in the UK report they are unhappier than they were 18 months prior. This stagnation in wellbeing is heavily influenced by financial pressures, chronic health issues, and a sense of post-pandemic stagnation. .stk-4da79ac {margin-bottom:8px !important;} Resources for Why We Need the Alphabet of Happiness Check out Klaudia's website: thehappinesschallenge.co.uk My appearances on The Happiness Challenge podcast: Episode #43: Identity and Happiness Episode #101, Hack 19: Give Yourself a Break with Gratitude Episode #161: Happiness and Personal Development with Klaudia Mitura Episode #186: Celebrating the International Day of Happiness Download my 10-Step Stress Resource Access the Podcast Episode Guide with clickable links Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe .stk-ec55c3e {margin-bottom:0px !important;} Work with me Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC One-hour focused Sessions £250 1-2-1 Power Hour Sessions for Organisations Complete the form to discuss your training needs: https://forms.gle/hgnYtmTu33Zeem489 Check out my coaching FAQs or learn more about how 1:1 coaching can support your wellbeing. Subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from. If you enjoyed it, why not leave a review? You can also connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Remember to tune in next week, where I’ll bring you more insights on mental health and inclusion.