Embracing Only: Workplace Culture & Career Development for BIPOC Leaders
by Archita Fritz , Olivia Cream and Meha Chiraya
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IM39: Speaking Truth to Power & Surviving Retaliation in the Workplace with Dr. Kim McLear
Sep 19, 2025
12m 22s
IM38: Entrepreneurship, Creativity, and Redefining Education with Priyanka Lugani
Sep 12, 2025
9m 12s
93: The Devil Emails at Midnight: Unmasking Bad Bosses & Broken Systems with Mita Mallick
Sep 5, 2025
44m 29s
IM37: How to Master Self-Selling and Salary Negotiation with Adelle Thompson
Aug 29, 2025
10m 42s
IM36: How to Reclaim Your Power as a Woman of Color in Leadership with Deepa Purushothaman
Aug 22, 2025
16m 48s
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| 9/19/25 | IM39: Speaking Truth to Power & Surviving Retaliation in the Workplace with Dr. Kim McLear | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 34 with guest Dr. Kim McLear. We explore what it means to be a truth-teller, the emotional cost of retaliation, and how choosing courage over fear can break generational cycles of harm. Kim is an author, speaker, and social designer who works at the vibrant intersections of the arts, tech, wellbeing, civic engagement, and justice. She served 20 years of dis... | 12m 22s | ||||||
| 9/12/25 | IM38: Entrepreneurship, Creativity, and Redefining Education with Priyanka Lugani | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 10 with guest Priyanka Lugani. Through intuitive decision-making, self-study, and a deep connection to nature and ancient wisdom, she shares how you can lead with your truth, make peace with mistakes, and reimagine what success looks like on your own terms. Priyanka is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Alma Deli, a plant-based food brand based in London, ... | 9m 12s | ||||||
| 9/5/25 | 93: The Devil Emails at Midnight: Unmasking Bad Bosses & Broken Systems with Mita Mallick | Episode Highlight: In this episode of the Embracing “Only” podcast, we welcome back bestselling author and corporate change-maker Mita Mallick. With her signature candor, Mita shares wisdom from her upcoming book The Devil Emails at Midnight: What Good Leaders Can Learn from Bad Bosses, which explores 13 “devil boss” archetypes, drawing on personal stories and real-life failures turned into lessons in leadership. Mita is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author on a missio... | 44m 29s | ||||||
| 8/29/25 | IM37: How to Master Self-Selling and Salary Negotiation with Adelle Thompson | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 74 with guest Adelle Thompson. If you've ever felt limited by salary bands, imposter syndrome, or undervaluation, this short but potent episode is your call to action. As a certified life coach, with over 12 years of experience in HR and recruitment, Adelle teaches career-driven individuals & early entrepreneurs to build a winning career strategy while workin... | 10m 42s | ||||||
| 8/22/25 | IM36: How to Reclaim Your Power as a Woman of Color in Leadership with Deepa Purushothaman | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 42 with guest Deepa Purushothaman. This is a must-listen for every woman of color navigating the tension between success and self-erasure in systems never built for us. Deepa spent more than 20 years at Deloitte helping clients transform and grow. She was the first Indian-American woman and one of the youngest people to make partner in the firm's history. Deepa i... | 16m 48s | ||||||
| 8/15/25 | 92: The Cost of Loyalty & The Power of Letting Go with Karen Madison | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we delve into the cost of loyalty and the power of letting go with award-winning pharma sales executive Karen Madison. She opens up about the emotional toll of being unseen at work, the illusion of loyalty in corporate spaces, and how she found freedom by choosing herself even when the system didn’t. Karen is a decorated sales leader with accolades like the World Champion Award (top 1% in her field), Circle of Excellence, and... | 45m 59s | ||||||
| 8/8/25 | IM35: How to Transition Strategically with Kezia Israel | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 73 with verbal identity strategist Kezia Israel. From rewriting internal narratives to learning how to evaluate decisions with strategy and grace, this is a masterclass in transitioning strategically. With over eight years of experience in the marketing and advertising industry, Kezia has honed her skills in crafting persuasive copy that not only increases brand ... | 11m 34s | ||||||
| 8/1/25 | 91: How High-Achieving Women Can Break the Trauma Default with Christy Rutherford | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we delve into how high-achieving women can reclaim their power and purpose and break the trauma default with globally recognized strategic advisor Christy Rutherford. Christy challenges cultural norms around endurance, self-sacrifice, and worth, and offers a powerful, data-backed roadmap for recovery, self-worth, and unapologetic earning. As a leadership strategist and burnout recovery expert, Christy’s work has transformed... | 41m 00s | ||||||
| 7/25/25 | IM34: How to Lead Through Fear & Normalize Failure with Minette Norman | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 72 with Minette Norman. If you’ve ever faced fear before a big leap or struggled with failure on your team, Minette offers a powerful reframe. What if failure is the doorway to innovation? Minette is an award-winning author, speaker, leadership consultant, and former Silicon Valley software executive who spent decades leading global teams. She is committed to he... | 9m 26s | ||||||
| 7/18/25 | 90: Microaggressions at Work, Emotional Labor, and How Women of Color Keep Showing Up | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we come together for an emotionally honest conversation about fear, bias, and what it means to be seen as suspicious simply for existing. We explore how microaggressions, implicit bias, and systemic racism continue to shape the lived experience of women of color and what it really means to advocate, to listen, and to lead with courage. Key Discussion Points: 01:10 Real-Life Racial Profiling Experience: Archita shares a mome... | 29m 58s | ||||||
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| 7/11/25 | IM33: How to Disrupt Harmful Leadership Norms with Animah Kosai | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 71 with guest Animah Kosai. This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt pressured to conform, questioned your leadership style, or struggled to stay authentic in high-stakes environments. Animah is a passionate advocate for ethical leadership, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. She founded Speak Up At Work to diagnose the speak up culture in compan... | 14m 03s | ||||||
| 7/4/25 | 89: Boundaries, Bravery, and Building on Purpose with Kim Crowder | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we sit down with Kim Crowder, transformational leadership expert and founder of Courageous Crowd. Kim is known for helping Fortune 500 companies transform crises into catalysts for growth, and she brings both her extensive corporate experience and entrepreneurial wisdom to this conversation. We explore how high-achieving women of color can hold boundaries, navigate toxic environments, and trust their values when stepping into... | 52m 14s | ||||||
| 6/27/25 | IM32: How to Overcome Stereotypes to Advance in Your Career with Monique Ball | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 26 with guest Monique Ball. What does it take to rise above stereotypes and rewrite the narrative? Monique shares how identity, education, and self-belief can become tools for empowerment. Monique is a licensed real estate agent and previously worked in broadcasting and digital advertising. Throughout Monique’s life, she has continued to break societal stereotype... | 10m 31s | ||||||
| 6/20/25 | IM31: Reinventing Yourself at Any Age with Annette Maxberry-Carrara | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 24 with guest Annette Maxberry-Carrara. Feeling behind or unsure if it's too late to pivot? This conversation will remind you that reinvention isn’t about timing; it’s about courage, clarity, and action. Annette is a screenwriter, celebrated author, and political activist. She embodies empathy, compassion, and courage, from saving her Afghan daughter from the Tal... | 12m 13s | ||||||
| 6/13/25 | IM30: How to Align Your Career (and Life) with Your Values with Cindy Gallop | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we spotlight a powerful moment from episode 70 with guest Cindy Gallop. What happens when your values no longer align with your workplace? Cindy shares insight on walking away, speaking up, and building a career rooted in authenticity and impact. Cindy is a bold entrepreneur, brand innovator, and advocate for social change with over 30 years in advertising. Known for her disruptive style, she calls herself the Michael Bay of ... | 13m 15s | ||||||
| 6/6/25 | IM29: How to Dismantle Racism from Inside the System with Sanhita Sen | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 30 with guest Sanhita Sen. How do you stay true to your values in corporate systems that resist change? Sanhita is sharing insight on navigating identity, power, and purpose in corporate environments. Sanhita is an experienced Assistant District Attorney with a demonstrated history of working in the law practice industry. She has a Doctor of Law from the Universi... | 1h 07m 53s | ||||||
| 5/30/25 | IM28: How to Advocate for Yourself in the Workplace with Olivia Grant-Cream | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 28 with Olivia Grant-Cream from before she was a host on the show. Olivia is sharing the exact steps you need to take to advocate for yourself in the workplace. Olivia is a US veteran, born and raised in Jamaica, with over 12 years of experience in HR leadership. She has recently left her corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship full-time, where she helps ambiti... | 8m 35s | ||||||
| 5/23/25 | IM27: How to Build a Culture of Inclusion and Equity in the Workplace with Mary Waweru | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 67 with guest Mary Waweru. We’re diving into creating inclusive workplaces as Mary shares impactful DEI practices and the importance of anti-racism. Mary is an intersectionality, racial equity, decoloniality, and social impact consultant. As the CEO and founder of Crest Impact, she guides organisations to build safe and inclusive cultures, practices, policies, an... | 12m 11s | ||||||
| 5/16/25 | IM26: How to Leverage Negotiation Skills for Career Success with Dorothy Mashburn | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 66 with guest Dorothy Mashburn. Workplace negotiations can be intimidating. Luckily, Dorothy is sharing her tips to help you master them. Dorothy is a leading authority in negotiation and has a fervent mission to champion the underserved in corporate arenas. With a track record of negotiating pivotal deals with global giants and managing international teams, her... | 9m 21s | ||||||
| 5/9/25 | 88: Navigating Transition and Finding Alignment | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we delve into navigating transition and finding alignment. Discover the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and hear personal stories and strategies for finding alignment and maintaining clarity during significant life changes. Olivia also makes a very exciting announcement in this episode. Tune in to find out more. Key Discussion Points: 01:23 The Value of Alignment: The market... | 42m 41s | ||||||
| 5/2/25 | IM25: How to Reclaim Your Power in Corporate with Lisa Hurley | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 65 with guest Lisa Hurley. If you are struggling with boundaries at work, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Lisa is an entrepreneur, writer, podcaster, and Anthem Award-winning activist. Her work centers Black women and encompasses self-care, community care, joy, and rest. She is the founder and CEO of The Great Exhale, a soft virtual space where ... | 11m 57s | ||||||
| 4/25/25 | 87: Redefining Productivity and Thriving Amidst Struggle with Grace Marshall | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we delve into redefining productivity and thriving amidst struggle with Grace Marshall, an award-winning author, speaker, and productivity ninja at Think Productive. She's here today to share how we can redefine success on our own terms and how life's messiest moments can spark growth, creativity, and resilience. Grace is a self-proclaimed, naturally disorganized, chief encourager. She helps people rethink productivity, not a... | 47m 45s | ||||||
| 4/18/25 | IM24: How to Leverage Lived Experience for Corporate Success with Shiva Roofeh | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 64 with guest Shiva Roofeh. Do you value your work experience and education over your lived experience in corporate spaces? Shiva is here to tell you why you shouldn’t. Shiva is a culture creator and learning design specialist. She's worked at all levels of organizations, from director to individual contributor. In her personal life, she has been a refugee,... | 9m 27s | ||||||
| 4/11/25 | 86: Navigating Bias and Embracing Identity in Corporate Spaces with Dr. Delia Grenville | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we delve into navigating bias and embracing identity in corporate spaces with Dr. Delia Grenville, an executive leader, integral coach, and TEDx speaker. Discover how you can take control of your success and find the right environment for growth, all while holding space for those who come after you. Delia is a strategic powerhouse with a PhD in industrial and systems engineering. She's an award-winning technologist and ... | 49m 37s | ||||||
| 4/4/25 | IM23: How to Find Belonging in Unexpected Places with Rupal Patel | Episode Highlight: On this episode of the "Embracing Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 63, with guest Rupal Patel. As an “only” it can be easy to walk into spaces and feel like you don’t belong. In reality, you can find belonging and commonality in the most unexpected places. Rupal is sharing how in this episode. Rupal’s career is notably defined by her remarkable tenure at the CIA where she was recognized by the CIA Director for “superior support... | 8m 31s | ||||||
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