The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast
The Way We Lead (TWWL) is a podcast on a mission to reshape the landscape of thought leadership. Born from a passion for inclusive leadership and allyship, we've evolved to tackle a critical issue: the glaring representation gap in spaces where ideas are shared and amplified.
Hosts Gabriela Acosta and Elizabeth Solomon guide you through inspiring case studies and share practical tips to transform your expertise into impactful content. Whether you're an aspiring speaker or an established leader, TWWL provides the roadmap to elevate your voice and ideas. Join us in redefining thought leadership so that all voices have a chance to be heard.
Episodes
16 episodes
S2E6 Expertise is Overrated: Why Smart Rookies Make Better Leaders with Elizabeth Talerman & Chelsea Carlson
What if everything we've been taught about expertise and leadership is wrong? Brand strategy veterans Elizabeth Talerman and Chelsea Carlson from The Nucleus Group challenge our obsession with expertise, revealing why being a "smart rookie" mig...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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45:08
S2E5 How to Craft A Magnetic Personal Brand Anchored in Values and Purpose
What if the secret to a magnetic personal brand isn't a viral social media strategy, but something deeper and more personal? In this "Mini but Mighty" episode, host Gaby Acosta reveals how to craft a personal brand so compelling it naturally at...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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13:01
S2E4 Social Capital: The Hidden Driver of Wealth And Power With Kerrie Carden
For many historically underrepresented folks, our goals for influence and financial abundance are deeply rooted in concerns about survival. Kerrie Carden challenges this paradigm, urging us to shift our focus from mere survival to thriving – wi...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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41:54
S2E3 Your Story And Expertise Are Enough: The Essence of Thought Leadership
"Who am I to be a thought leader?" It's a question we hear from our highly qualified clients all the time. If you're struggling with self-doubt and impostor syndrome and it's holding you back from telling your story, you'...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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10:34
S2E2 Find Your Unique Flavor: How Lola Adeyemo Leveraged Her Story to Become A TEDx Speaker
Are you hesitant to share your unique perspective in your field? You’re not alone. In this episode we sit down with Lola Adeyemo, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and founder of EQ Mindset and the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate.Lola shares...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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37:25
S2E1 The Representation Gap in Thought Leadership Sucks: It's Time for a Change
Season 2 kicks off with a fresh look, sound, and mission as Gaby Acosta welcomes new co-host Elizabeth Solomon. Together, they're tackling a critical issue: the glaring representation gap in thought leadership. In this eye-opening episode, Gaby...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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25:16
S1E10 Developing Social Justice Curriculum for Schools with Kathy Lebrón
How do we ensure that all students feel seen and affirmed, no matter their identity? Founder of the Radical Maestra, Kathy Lebrón is on a mission to help educators, families, and students use educ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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48:43
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S1E9: Using Bravery as a Tool to Empower Women and Girls with Reshma Saujani
In this week's episode, Gaby and Jenelle meet their shero, Reshma Saujani who is an award-winning Founder and CEO of national nonprofit Girls Who Code and author of the book “
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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35:48
S1E8: Advocating for Minority Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
If we want to be inclusive leaders at work and in our communities, we also need to be allies and advocates for those who experience mental illness.In this episode, we are joined by two guest experts and advocates who are using nontradit...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:04:18
S1E7: Prevent “Diversity Debt” By Weaving Inclusion Into Your Startup Strategy with Kellie Wagner
Many companies wait until their business hits a period of high-growth or experiences a significant retention issue before investing in diversity and inclusion strategies, but startups can’t afford to treat D&I as an afterthought. We’re join...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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50:10
S1E6: Increasing Representation in the Film Industry with Cha Quallis
It’s so important for young people to have diverse role models in every field. This rings true to our most recent guest Charnelle “Cha” Quallis, who joins us to discuss diversifying the film industry, especially in the editor's room. While ther...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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47:57
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S1E5: Building Access To Higher Education with Admissions Community Cultivating Equity and Peace Today (ACCEPT)
People are most effective when they can influence their immediate sphere. This week’s guests, Marie Bigham and Steve Frappier focus on removing barriers in a field they've dedicated their lives to over the last two decades: post-secondary educa...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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59:21
S1E4: How to Create More Inclusive Workplaces With Dalia Katan
Innovation strategist and entrepreneur, Dalia Katan is leading the conversation on how diversity and human connection can unlock untapped growth for organizations. Dal...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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43:38
S1E3: Understanding Intersectionality With Rehana Mohammed
What happens when a member of your family or community is NOT a good ally or worse, completely rejects us for who we are? Our long-time friend and DC Center for the LGBT Community’s Board Co-Chair,
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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53:31
S1E2: Community Ground-rules: Tools for Love, Life and Leadership
We're high school sweethearts who are now married. We're both convinced that our relationship wouldn't have made it through the trials and tribulations of growing up over the last 15 years if it hadn't been for the tools that we learned in an a...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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43:29
S1E1: Creating Change at Our Fingertips: This Is The Way We Lead
If you're anything like us, you might feel overwhelmed by the inequality in the world, but feel unsure of how to take action. We invite you to join us as we take off on a journey to become better allies. Listen in to get to know your host...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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25:50
