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.
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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.
Welcome to the 292nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. In this episode, I examine the crucial intersection of stress, finances, and mental health, particularly in the workplace.
Following Stress Awareness Day, I explore how financial difficulties affect mental wellbeing and what organisations can do to support employees through strategic stress management and financial wellbeing initiatives.
Welcome to the 291st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. In this episode, I reflect on why Black History Month holds such deep significance for me as a South Asian person.
I explore the historical context of the term "Black" with a capital B, share my personal journey of organising Black History Month events, and much more.
Welcome to the 290th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. In this episode, I explore why Black History Month remains crucial in 2025, with a focus on this year's theme of "Power and Pride."
Welcome to the 289th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. In this episode, I explore how organisations can use future-proofing strategies to build resilience against workplace division.
Welcome to the 288th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! This episode marks the beginning of year seven with a new fortnightly format and a fresh focus on current affairs and their workplace implications. In this timely episode, I address handling division in the workplace. I provide crucial definitions, economic analysis, and reiterate how to support colleagues during these challenging times.
Welcome to the 287th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! This episode marks the beginning of year seven with a new fortnightly format and a fresh focus on current affairs and their workplace implications.
In this timely episode, I address the recent anti-immigrant and fascist protests across the UK, providing crucial definitions, economic analysis, and practical workplace guidance for supporting colleagues during these challenging times.
Welcome to the 285th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! As we celebrate South Asian Heritage Month with this year's theme "Roots to Routes," I explore why we need to stop asking people "where they're really from" and how we can create more inclusive ways to understand someone's heritage and journey.
Welcome to the 284th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! As we celebrate South Asian Heritage Month, with this year's theme "Roots to Routes," I share my favourite cultural resources and explore how our diverse journeys shape our identities.
Welcome to the 283rd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! As we kick off July and prepare for South Asian Heritage Month with the theme "Roots to Roots," I explore the fascinating parallels between biodiversity and human diversity.
Welcome to the 282nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! As part of June for June and Loneliness Awareness Week, I explore the challenging experience of being "the only one in the room" - whether that's being the only female, global majority person, LGBTQ+ person, disabled person, or parent in your workplace.
Welcome to the 281st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, as part of Loneliness Awareness Week, I delve into the profound impact of loneliness in the workplace. I discuss the different types of loneliness, examine research findings on workplace isolation, and provide practical strategies for creating more connected and supportive work environments.
Welcome to the 280th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, I dive into the vital role of community in supporting mental health and wellbeing.
In this episode, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, I explore the theme of "community" and its vital role in supporting mental health in the workplace.
I discuss why community is essential for wellbeing, how recent societal changes have affected our communities, and practical ways organisations can build supportive workplace communities.
Welcome to the 278th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds Podcast! In this episode, as part of Stress Awareness Month, I explore the stress associated with sharing personal data, particularly equal opportunity information in the workplace. I discuss why data collection is important, its challenges, and how organisations can approach it more effectively.
Welcome to the 277th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds Podcast! In this episode, as part of Stress Awareness Month, I dive into why your workplace shouldn't be like a family. I explore how family dynamics in the workplace can create unspoken challenges and how a more professional, accountable work community can enhance workplace wellbeing and productivity.
Welcome to the 276th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I explore how patriarchy in the workplace causes stress during Stress Awareness Month, examining systemic gender inequities and their impact on workplace wellbeing.
Welcome to the 275th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I dive into women's mental load at work during International Women's Month, exploring how invisible labor impacts women in the workplace and contributes to gender inequity.
Welcome to the 274th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, I explore the themes of this year's International Women's Month and International Women's Day (March 8th).
Welcome to the 273rd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, host Leyla delves into the Wheel of Power/Privilege and its role in reshaping workplace equity.
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.
