People Unfiltered

Evelyn Espinal
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Welcome to People Unfiltered, the DEI podcast powered by IDEAS Global. I'm your host, Evelyn Espinal. I sit down with leaders and practitioners in the field for honest conversations about inclusion, leadership, and the future of work. No scripts. No buzzwords. Just what's really working, and what isn't. To explore what today's conversation could mean for your organization, book a complimentary Discover Design session at Ideas-Global.com. New episodes come out the second Tuesday of every month. Until next time, stay curious, stay courageous, and stay unfiltered.

  1. Oct 13

    A Practitioner's Tale

    Kathrine Glahn, Global DEI Practitioner, joins us on the podcast to share her insights on the work of DEI as someone who has been leading this important work from within corporations with a global reach. Kathrine joins us from Copenhagen and we're excited to share her perspectives from an international vantage point as well as her career trajectory from across industries. Get to know Kathrine, hear about how her early experiences shaped her and brought her to this work. Hear, as well, her observations on what companies truly committed to DEI can and should do be doing,, what has worked and what hasn't.

  2. Sep 8

    Academia Under Attack

    Heather McCambly, Associate Professor of Critical Higher Education Policy at the University of Pittsburgh joins the podcast. Heather shares her personal story and her work in researching the ways in which the institutions of academia throughout the country are under attack by the current administration. These attacks that are leveraging the federal funding, research dollars and school accreditations for loyalty pledges to the administration are threatening the very autonomy and first amendment rights of institutes of higher learning. Heather explains how such actions by the federal government are the very definition of fascism and how they lay the groundwork for future generations.

  3. Aug 11

    A New Hope

    Joining the podcast today is Zackarie Lemelle, President & CEO of New Hope Coaching & Consulting. Hear his extraordinary story of rising from the Jim Crow era South to receiving the 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award signed by both President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. His 40 years of experience includes working in companies, ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies to not-for-profit organizations. Zack worked for Johnson & Johnson for 18 years, during which time he held the positions of Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Ortho-McNeil (now Janssen Pharmaceutical), Ethicon, and the corporate headquarters. He credits his incredible success to his faith and to his mother who, with only a 9th grade education, managed to raise 6 children on her own, in a Jim Crow environment.

  4. Jul 14

    The Human in the Loop

    Dr. Jaison Williams, joins us on People Unilfitered to share his personal and professional journey. Jaison also shares his deep insights into AI and its integration into workforces through his seasoned DEI lens. As AI transforms workplaces throughout the country, what do we need to know? How can AI be structured for equity from the start? How do we keep humans in the loop? Watch and let us know your thoughts!

  5. Jun 9

    Foundation in Faith

    People Unfiltered welcomes author Anthony P. Carter who shares with you his story and the legacy that he's built across industries. He retired in 2015 as Chief Diversity Officer at Johnson & Johnson; he is recognized as a public relations legend by the New York City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America; he's currently an Executive Committee Member of the Board of Trustees for Fordham University, his alma mater; and he's the author of “This I know: Principles for a Life of Faith and Optimism”. Starting from the tragic loss of his parents very early in life, Anthony centered his life around God and the Catholic Church, embodying a deep love for humanity as God's children. This core belief carried him throughout his life and career. His 40 year career included serving as press secretary for New York's first Black Mayor, David Dinkins for whom he shares a deep personal affection and respect.

  6. May 12

    The Company That Keeps You

    Carol Frazer Haynesworth joins us this month on People Unfiltered to share her extraordinary story. Born and raised in Honduras as the daughter of a mining executive, Carol's formative years were spent living in the mining camps along with families from all over the world. That unique experience shaped her perspective and informs her worldview on the commonalities that unite us all. Carol is a Honduran, afro Latina, Garifuna guided by her faith and her relentless pursuit of excellence. We are honored to share her inspiring story and words with you.

  7. Apr 14

    Translate Your Why

    Matilde Roman is the Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer for Westchester Medical Center. In addition she is a lawyer and Adjunct Assistant Professor for Public Health at New York Medical College. With a deep-rooted passion for equity and a seasoned legal background, she leads Westchester Medical Center's efforts to integrate equity, inclusion and diversity into core values. At the forefront of developing innovative frameworks, her approach is instrumental in redefining industry best practices and enhancing operational effectiveness. Her team collaborates effectively to translate visionary strategies into actions, with a focus on creating a healthcare environment that respects and celebrates the rich tapestry of human diversity.

  8. Apr 6

    Shattering the concrete ceiling

    For over 15 years Sulma Arzu-Brown has been working professionally as a champion for Diversity and Inclusion; well before the term became a trending topic. Sulma is a proud Garifuna, Afro-Latina born in Honduras and raised in the South Bronx. She’s the award-winning author of children’s book "Bad Hair Does Not Exist/Pelo Malo No Existe", and "My Hair Comes With Me- Shifting the Paradigm of What Success Looks Like". She is a mentor for Scholastic series Rising Voices: Elevating Latino Stories along side Dr. Maria Armstrong and John Liguezamo. Her most recent history making endeavors include being the Co-founder and Executive Director of Storyland - The Bronx Book Haven.

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Welcome to People Unfiltered, the DEI podcast powered by IDEAS Global. I'm your host, Evelyn Espinal. I sit down with leaders and practitioners in the field for honest conversations about inclusion, leadership, and the future of work. No scripts. No buzzwords. Just what's really working, and what isn't. To explore what today's conversation could mean for your organization, book a complimentary Discover Design session at Ideas-Global.com. New episodes come out the second Tuesday of every month. Until next time, stay curious, stay courageous, and stay unfiltered.

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  • Creator
    Evelyn Espinal
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Evelyn Espinal
  • Show Website
    People Unfiltered