The Women Talking About Learning Podcast

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The Women Talking About Learning Podcast

The Women Talk About Learning Podcast is, well, women talking about learning and development. Underrepresented in senior roles in the learning function, this podcast amplifies women’s voices talking about all things learning and development related.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    The Resilience One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com We’re on Twitter @WTAL_Podcast You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com   Episode Links: Being Intentional: 6 Ways to Be Intentional Every Day Bamboo scaffolding in Hong Kong Workplace Learning: Main Themes & Perspectives The psychological benefits of free writing River of Life exercise The Masculinity Trap Why Can’t A Woman Be More Like A Man? Accelerate your career with Lean In Circles I was a Sheryl Sandberg superfan. Then her “Lean In” advice failed me. The 'filter' of resilience vs. the reality of being an entrepreneur Leadership Tips: Don’t (S)mother Your Staff Leaders: Put Your Own Oxygen Mask On First On the Language I Left Behind Never say no or yes, say yes if I followed the advice that tells women to stop saying sorry : it made my life worse Embracing resilience: developing a growth mindset Feb 6 How to be more resilient: 8 ways to build your resilience Managing stress and building resilience 120 seconds (shipping vs. rushing) Afraid to fall? You’re not alone An introduction to female mountain biking for 40+ women Falling With ‘Style’ Vaulting The Female Quotient’s Study Highlights Women’s Resilience Married Women's Property Acts in the United States Facts About Small Business: Women Ownership Statistics 2024 The Relentlessly Helpful Approach: Susan Baier on Success through Generosity This week’s guests are Karley Cunningham. A Creative Strategist & Growth Accelerator Karley Cunningham develops brand leaders by taking businesses from overcrowded, competitive spaces into blue ocean territory, where they can confidently stand out and thrive. Her international client base benefits from accelerated growth, profit and stability as her innovative Surefire Method™ provides them with an infallible business strategy and brand toolkit to stand out in the sea of sameness, attract the people their business needs to thrive, and become a brand leader in their industry.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karleycunningham/Website: bigboldbrand.com   Lisa Bodell, a global leader on simplification, collaboration, and innovation, helps organisations transform performance by reimagining the work. By trading complexity for simplicity, organisations find new ways to unleash creativity and spark the energy so essential to innovate and compete. It also lifts morale, increases engagement, and improves employee well-being and retention. Lisa is the author of two groundbreaking books, Why Simple Wins  and  Kill the Company. She ranks on  the “Top 50 Speakers Worldwide” list and captivates audiences with her insights, energy, and humour. Lisa inspires them to question the status quo and make small changes that have profound impact – giving them time and energy to focus on the work that matters most.    After earning her business degree from University of Michigan, Lisa launched her career at Leo Burnett in Chicago, where she discovered a gift for uniting strategically-driven ideas with forward-thinking themes. She went on to build two successful businesses before moving to New York and focusing on the simplification and innovation space with FutureThink. Founded in 2003, FutureThink works with leading brands worldwide and has become one of the largest sources for simplification and innovation research, tools, and training in the world.    Lisa brings a compelling perspective to the sought-after topics of simplification and innovation to thousands of people each year. A thought leader and serial entrepreneur, her transformational message has inspired executives at top-ranked organisations such as Google, SAP, Citigroup, and the Department of National Intelligence to lead change in their organisations.   Lisa has contributed her expertise to a wide variety of media. She is a monthly contributor to  Forbes  and has frequently appeared in other media inclu

    40 min

  2. 12/17/2024

    The 100th One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com We’re on Twitter @WTAL_Podcast You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com

    28 min

  3. 12/10/2024

    The Impact One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com   Episode Links: Find Your Confidence 12 Things to become famous for Oliver Burkeman | Four Thousand Weeks: Time and How to Use It | Talks at Google Four Thousand Weeks CIPD Student Mmbership Model the behaviour you want to see more of (suitable from birth) Cultural Impact 'We caught the zeitgeist': how the Spice Girls revolutionised pop What Went Wrong And How Can I Learn From It? Confused Prospects Never Buy You Can't Be Everything for Everybody, So Stop Trying Don’t work with everyone! Know You Worth and Where You Belong I Brené Brown Brené with Adam Grant on the Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know How and When to Say No Learn When to Say No Accountability: The Secret Key to Motivation in Tough Economic Times The Psychology of Accountability: Motivation and Responsibility Motivation Theories of motivation: A comprehensive analysis of human behavior drivers Using Your Purpose To Empower Your Life Knowing Your Purpose Is Key To Being Fulfilled And Happy At Work—Here’s How To Find It In Just A Few Steps The Science Of Manifestation: The Power Of Positive Thinking Don’t Underestimate the Power of Self-Reflection The Triangle of Trust: Intention, Action, Impact Don’t Underestimate Your Influence at Work   This week’s guests are Raeanne Lacatena is a Certified Professional Coach who helps busy professionals and entrepreneurs actualize their highest selves and most fulfilling lives. She achieves this by leveraging her expertise as a Reiki Master, Licensed Registered Mental Health Counselor, and Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner, complemented by her acute empathic abilities and communication skills.  Her blend of business management, strategic planning, and a knack for unlocking an individual’s potential have equipped her to guide clients past hurdles and toward success and contentment in various aspects of life, including relationships, finances, communication, health, and wellness. https://raeannelacatena.com/ Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram Connect on Facebook   Natalie Ellis is Managing Director and founder of Rebox HR – a Virtual HR consultancy for UK based SMEs to resolve their employment queries. Natalie launched Rebox HR in February 2020. Natalie has significant commercial experience and worked for a number of high-profile companies including Woolworths Group, ASOS.com, Associated British Foods and Forterra PLC. With over 15 years experience in HR, Natalie is fully CIPD qualified to a Level 7 and holds Chartered Fellow CIPD status.  Rebox HR has been nominated for several awards since it launched including a Woman Who award for Best New Start Up, The Small Awards for the New Kid on the Block and was awarded Best Virtual HR Consultancy 2020 by SME News. Natalie published the book ‘Launch Your HR Career’ in January 2021. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalieellishrEmail: hello@reboxhr.co.uk   Dahlia Stroud’s experience extends across roles in both retailers and within the food supply base. As a commercial leader, Dahlia has played an active role in developing commercial strategies to deploy across retail, wholesale and digital channels and understands how to target customers to deliver commercial performance. Her focus has included managing and developing retailer/supplier relationships and developing product propositions in both new and emerging markets. As a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Dahlia is accredited as a Chartered Manager recognised as having exceptional leadership and management skills and demonstrating a dedication to continuous learning and development. This focus on learning and development is supported by her approach to coaching and developing both individuals and teams. Dahlia has conducted extensive research on how to create an organisational cul

    43 min

  4. 11/26/2024

    The Prejudice One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com   Women Talking ABout Learning is produced by Llarn Learning ©Llarn Learning   Episode Links: We are all leaders whether we know it or not Flexible Family Leave is Lousy Feminism Culture Framework Bridging Perspectives, Unlocking Potential Accent Bias in Britain Accent Bias: How Can We Minimize Discrimination In The Workplace? Stereotyping and prejudice Why white people urgently need to get better at talking about race Putting an End to Conferences Dominated by White Men Why are the Dutch so tall? Understanding stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination Feminist Perspectives on Objectification Fishbowl technique The double-edged sword of labels The Problem with Labels Greenwashing Unconscious bias and prejudice in the workplace ¿A Difference that Makes a Difference? The US and Europe on Values and Culture 20 Differences Between the U.S. and Europe 5 ways Americans and Europeans are different The American-Western European Values Gap Intersectionality Prejudgment Prejudice This week’s guests are Ornela Cianciarelli is an entrepreneur, Walking and Nature Coach, and Psychological Safety Practitioner passionate about fostering inclusive spaces for personal and professional growth. Through her company, SoftPace, Ornela offers tailored coaching that combines the principles of psychological safety with the grounding power of nature, helping individuals and teams find balance and connection. With a background in Agile Transformation and Stakeholder Management, and fluency in Dutch, Spanish, and English, Ornela brings a unique perspective to her work, supporting clients in discovering their potential in a reflective, non-judgmental environment.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ornelacianciarelli/   Camille Graux is a seasoned Learning and Development professional with a decade of experience in global talent strategies, leadership training, and performance development. Currently a Senior Manager at Dataiku, she develops talent management practices and learning experiences with diverse humans in mind. Having worked and lived in four countries and travelled to over sixty, she brings a mindset of openness, curiosity, and a strong inclination for tech and innovation.   My profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillegraux/     Isis Fabian is a speaker, facilitator, and coach with a decade-long foundation of educating corporate audiences on identity-based topics like unconscious bias and conducting global research in Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI), corporate culture, and effective leadership. Being agender and neurodivergent, they specialise in gender and neurodiversity, and encourage others to tap into their own lived experiences to build shared understanding and co-create expansive cultural practices that enable everyone to reach their unique potential.    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isis-fabian/ Website: www.isisfabian.com

    48 min

  5. 11/12/2024

    The Ethics One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com We’re on Twitter @WTAL_Podcast You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com   Episode Links: Supporting Women: A Guide for Men | LinkedIn Business Success: Definition, Types, and Examples the future of business: ethical value creation Notebook LM: A threat to the Podcasting World Free AI Audio Tools You Won't Believe Exist Where is the ethical knowledge in the knowledge economy? EU GDPR Ensuring the ethical use of big data: lessons from secure data access The dilemma and countermeasures of educational data ethics in the age of intelligence Ethical practice and the role of people professionals Learning styles Kolb’s Learning Styles and Experiential Learning Cycle Five moral maxims on emojis Can Emojis be Unethical? The Ethics of Emojis in Digital Communication [CASE STUDY] The Ethics of Teaching Online The ethics of learning UK must step up to ensure access to digital learning is ethical, innovative and inclusive This week’s guests are Loren Sanders is an author and visionary leader with over 20 years of experience in Healthcare, Human Resources, and Personal Development. Known as a “Professional Synergist,” she specialises in organisational effectiveness, talent acquisition, and leadership development. Her book, Empathy is Not a Weakness, has received numerous accolades. Loren is dedicated to eradicating toxic leadership and fostering inclusivity in workplaces through innovative talent development initiatives. An active speaker and consultant, she aligns individual talents with organisational goals. Loren holds a degree from the University of Illinois and an MBA from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management.    Website Roxlocoaching.com     LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/services/page/b1420532675733997a Yvonne Urra-Bazain is an e-Learning Developer for Briljent with a passion for creating learning solutions and optimising processes. As an advocate for accessible design, she has led a workshop at DevLearn, hosted virtual empathy labs, and contributed to the book Design for All Learners being published February 2025. Yvonne is a digital nomad based in the United States who travels with her family full-time in a Recreational Vehicle.    https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonneurrabazain/   Lisa Murphy FCIPD – CEO of Limelite HR & Learning Following an award-winning career as a senior leader in the education, charity and private sectors, with a strong focus on social justice, Lisa now runs the multi award-winning HR and training consultancy, Limelite HR & Learning, which supports SME organisations with values led, sustainable and inclusive HR practices.  Lisa is a Fellow member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development, DiSC Psychometric Facilitator, qualified trainer, Mental Health First Aider and Coach. She has been a Trustee, Governor and Chair of various organisations and is passionate about supporting start-up and scaling businesses. As someone with a passion for inclusive cultures, leadership development, diversity and inclusion and employee led HR practices, Lisa regularly speaks on these topics for many prestigious organisations including the CIPD, Irwin Mitchell and the Association of Colleges. hwww.limelitehr.com ttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-murphy-fcipd/

    49 min

  6. 10/29/2024

    The Bias One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com The recording room for 1st December is this link. We’re on Twitter @WTAL_Podcast You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com   Episode Links: Andy Murray corrects journalist for overlooking female players – video | An Paternity leave: The hidden barriers keeping men at work - BBC Worklife New EU Law on Pay Transparency We're at a gender equality crossroads: which path will the government take? The gender biases that shape our brains Gender Bias And How To Recognize And Navigate Warning Signs The Unconscious Bias Women Have Against Women Gender Equality and Educational Opportunities: Can Gender Shape Your Career? The Underpensioned: Defining the Gender Pension Gap International Equal Pay Day 18 September Gender bias in academia: a lifetime problem that needs solutions Gender Bias Faced By Girls and What We Can Do: £513bn increase in UK Gender Investment Gap in a year Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men The World is Designed for Men The deadly truth about a world built for men – from stab vests to car crashes Lean In Neural Correlates of Gender Differences in Reputation Building Tall poppy syndrome 75% Of Women Executives Experience Imposter Syndrome In The Workplace Tox Report 65. The toaster theory of sexual debasement Enough platitudes and excuses: here is the truth about this week of sexism The state of gender inequality in Latin America   This week’s guests are Mariana Horrisberger is an English, Spanish and Portuguese translator with over 10 years of experience in the e-learning localisation field. Born and raised in Argentina, she has travelled and moved around plenty in her career. Over the last 5 years, she has specialised in high-profile learning programs in the Corporate Training and Higher Education localisation realms. She believes firmly in uplifting others, so she strives to give back and be a force of good in the L&D community. She is currently co-leading the Global Learning and Development Community, a networking space for people in Learning and Development.    links: https://linktr.ee/marianahorrisberger  https://www.linkedin.com/in/horrisbergermariana/  https://mygldc.com/   Yasmine Alani - Director of Transformation Yasmine is a multi-award winning professional, recognised for being a Top 100 Future Leader, Culture Pioneer of Learning, and The LPI's Learning Professional of the Year.  She has a wealth of experience driving transformational change programmes across global organisations, including The Times, DLG, Ministry of Justice, HSBC, Rolls Royce, ASOS, and talkSPORT.    She has a passion for putting people at the centre of transformation, and has achieved meaningful change in the Culture space, from working with our legal system to tackle unconscious bias in domestic abuse cases in courtrooms, to designing bespoke leadership sessions to challenge c-suite executives to commit to true allyship.    LINKS https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmine-alani/

    48 min

  7. 10/15/2024

    The Adventurous One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com We’re on Twitter @WTAL_Podcast You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com   Episode Links: Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office: 101 Unconscious Mistakes Women Make That Sabotage Their Careers Famous Failures: 23 Stories to Inspire You to Succeed Get Comfortable with Feeling Uncomfortable How to Lead Yourself: Being Comfortable Being Uncomfortable Women in the workplace: taking centre stage To Succeed in Tech, Women Need More Visibility 7 Employee Training Expectations in 2024 Expectations Building Trust with Your Customers Through Delivery The Effectiveness of a Poster Intervention on Hand Hygiene Practice and Compliance When Using Public Restrooms in a University Setting Requiem for an Innovation: What We Can Learn from the Sad Story of Laundroid, the Laundry-Folding Robot Innovation as a Balancing Act Get Excited: Reappraising Pre-Performance Anxiety as Excitement Discomfort Zone: How to Master the Universe The Death of Printing Non-governmental organization Leaving Chalkboards in the Dust THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN USING PAPER DICTIONARY AND E-DICTIONARY EFFECTS IN MEMORIZING NEW WORDS How Was Life Before The Internet – What Did People Do?   This week’s guests are Liz Naylor. She is a Senior Consultant with NIIT where they serve global clients on learning transformation projects, including learning to enable AI adoption. A self-confessed AI enthusiast with a career in HR, Talent Management and now in L&D for almost two decades. Having lived and worked in 3 different countries, Liz thrives on exploring the unknown and brings a unique blend of expertise and excitement whatever she is working on.  linkedin.com/in/liznaylor   Kate Jackson is a strategic learning consultant at NIIT with over two decades of global experience, working across industries to drive impactful people development. From the jungle Burmese-Thai border to the industrial zones of Asia and the rural landscapes of Guinea, and West Africa, Kate has worked with Fortune 500 companies, NGOs and SMEs alike. As co-author of the 2023 NIIT St Charles Skills Transformation Report and founder of several businesses in Southeast Asia, she blends adventure with expertise. Kate’s journey is all about transforming learning for all.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-jackson-52260658/   Candice Mitchel has been through various stages of the L&D journey, from starting at the administrative level, where she handled every logistical detail, to leading nationwide projects for thousands. Candice had the opportunity to lead an L&D team as a Director, understanding firsthand the effort it takes to build a high-performing team. She now runs her own consultancy, navigating the challenges of securing clients and executing projects, sometimes with a small team or freelancers. Her experience spans the full spectrum, and knows what it takes to get things done at every level of L&D. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicemitchelltdnerd/ Website: www.talentdevelopmentnerds.com

    41 min

  8. 10/01/2024

    The Intergenerational One

    You can contact Women Talking About Learning through our website, womentalkingaboutlearning.com We’re on Twitter @WTAL_Podcast You can buy us a coffee to support Women Talking About Learning via Ko-Fi. Or you can email us via hello@llarn.com Episode Links: Learning Styles - The Models, Myths and Misconceptions – and What They Mean How to Ask Someone to Be Your Mentor The Seasons of a Woman's Life: A Fascinating Exploration of the Events, Thoughts, and Life Experiences That All Women Share The Toxic Effects of Branding Your Workplace a “Family” Making work better: creating a family-friendly workplace Menopause-in-the-Workplace What is Snapchat? UK Mobile Phone Statistics 2024 - Stats Report Generational tensions linked to lower workplace productivity in the UK and US Tomi Ayodeji’s Post Fax The Evolution of Music Listening The challenges of managing Generation Z in the workplace Is there a minimum amount of time you need to stay at a job? 6-ways-the-workplace-will-change-in-the-next-10-years How the workplace has changed in the past 20 years 6 ways the world of work is changing Do younger workers lack office etiquette? Gen Z is setting the record straight Managers, Set Ground Rules With Young Employees my younger employee doesn’t know professional norms Knowledge Sharing Across Generations Knowledge sharing between different generations of employees: an example from Slovenia Validate User What The Generations Want From Work: New Data Offers Surprises The ‘Boomer remover’: Intergenerational discounting, the coronavirus and climate change The long term societal effects of Covid-19 Bridging Generational Divides in Your Workplace This week’s guests are Tomi Ayodeji. Tomi is an multi-generational workforce coach with over 15 years of experience in the finance, non-profit, and IT sectors. Specialising in helping senior leaders and middle managers engage and retainage-diverse talent, Tomi’s expertise lies in fostering inclusive environments that bridge generational gaps. With a deep understanding of the dynamic values and behaviours across different age groups, she offers tailored solutions to help organisations build cohesive, productive teams. Passionate about driving change, Tomi empowers leaders to create workplaces where all generations can thrive, ensuring sustainable growth and reduced attrition rates across the workforce. To book a lunch and learn workshop on generational differences: www.tomiayodeji.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tomiayodeji   Sharmila Nigam is a business leader from a Sindhi entrepreneurial family, inspired by her parents who immigrated to the U.S. over 40 years ago. Sharmila is a Business Operations Manager at a privately held company and serves as Co-Chair for Marketing for Suffolk County Scouting America. With prior roles at Carta and LexisNexis, she’s worked with Fortune 1000 and pre-IPO companies. A Business Coach, Reiki Master, and certified Mental Performance Coach, Sharmila is also essential oil certified and passionate about wellness. As a widowed parent of two, she balances family life with community service and continuous learning. https://www.linkedin.com/in/humansuccess/

    51 min
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The Women Talk About Learning Podcast is, well, women talking about learning and development. Underrepresented in senior roles in the learning function, this podcast amplifies women’s voices talking about all things learning and development related.

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