In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…
Noobs, Wannabe Pros, and Completionists. There are a lot of gaming podcasts, but this one is from The Horrorble People's Network. News, Rumors, Reviews, and a whole lot of weirdness. Updated bi-weekly!
Noobs, Wannabe Pros, and Completionists. There are a lot of gaming podcasts, but this one is from The Horrorble People's Network. News, Rumors, Reviews, and a whole lot of weirdness. Updated bi-weekly!
Major pokeleaks, the return of Tony Hawk AGAIN, and so many gaming layoffs... we got a lot to get through. We got a big dive into the latest Playstation State of Play and have our own outlook on the console's future, and we have discovered the next biggest game adaptation... can it top its 90s counterpart? Audio issues aside (It was Fuen), this is a big one to top off February!…
The team has A LOT of news for this one: Xbox Developer Direct review, possible Bloodborne Remaster, the future of EA's Battlefield Franchise, and the totally... expected death of Multi-versus (RIP 2024-2025) Fuen also continues his Sonic journey while Cordova discovers the joys of Hogwarts Legacy. And they BOTH got big takes on the latest listicle: Top 5 Most Stressful Games EVER!…
The Nintendo Switch 2 is officially announced, and with that even more leaks for the new system are LIVE. We go through what Nintendo chose to reveal, leaked software, official specs, and pricing info, and take some time to talk about Assassin's Creed Shadows and more! Can the Switch 2 stack up to the PS5/Xbox Series consoles for this generation? We got takes!…
First episode of the new year and we have LIVE Switch 2 leaks happening in the middle of recording... and our takes on SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3. We also look at some major CES announcements, Microsoft dropping the ball again, and a whole lot more. Hello 2025!
It's awards show season! Yes, we're gonna cover the game awards and some juicy end-of-the-year rumors and announcements BUT... we got our own trophies to give out! What are OUR games of the year? How about the biggest gaming wins and fails of 2024? Oh, we got takes, so listen as we run host the only entertainment awards show that actually counts: The NPC GAME AWARDS SPECTACULAR 2024…
Turns out Black Ops 6 is a gigantic hit, Nintendo has no patience for pirates, and the Mass Effect TV show at Amazon is shaping up to be... interesting. We say so long to the legendary Tony Todd, got a BIG update for Fallout season 2, and another for Donkey Kong Country at Universal... big news week for a November, right?…
One of the biggest leaks of all time (Pokemon), one of the most tumultuous gaming show productions (God of War), and the spookiest Did They Get it Right YET! Plus... yeah like a lot more. Enjoy a little gaming news this Halloween!
What sucks worse than Spectrum Internet while trying to record this episode? Very possibly scalpers and Sony's latest State of Play. The team looks at Ubisoft's financial woes, Nintendo's latest fight with Palworld, a desperate move by Warner Bros gaming division, and Fuen is still really hyped about emulators. Also can California save people from getting ripped off by digital media? Probably not, but let's see em try!…
Sony has had a pretty bad September, with Concord dying, the PS5 Pro turning into a total disappointment, and some controversial comments from a former manager... and we don't hold back. New Switch 2 leaks about, Ubisoft takes a nosedive in more ways than one, and something new from Tony Hawk is brewing— we got a ALOT to talk about. Fuen also discovers the power of emulation and Cordova has his day because of it. GOOD STUFF!…
Deadpool game possibly revived by Microsoft AND Assassin's Creed on the Switch 2? We got A LOT to cover Take a trip with us through the highs of August (Gamescom announcements) and the lows (Last of US 2 superfans are still weird). We even take a long trip down Nostalgia Lane with the Nintendo DS in the 2000s. Trust us, PictoChat made movie premieres amazing. Enjoy!…
Game Informer shuts down, Bungie CEO buys a lot of vintage cars while laying off employees, SAG-AFTRA is ready to strike for gaming actors, and Zazlov about to fatality Warner Bros gaming division? As wild as this is, we also have a Cody Rhodes gaming tier list... it's a fun one!
This week the crew dive into the recent Emmy noms for Fallout, Halos' cancelation, BIG changes to Xbox Game Pass, info on the newest Bioshock, and... of course... Deadpool butt controllers. Gaming was pretty absurd past couple weeks, our takes here along with Cordova's pitch for a Retired Mosher Podcast episode (stay till very end or see thumbnail/post image).…
We're back with your bi-weekly dose of gaming news! This week we find a ton of backward compatibility rumours for Sony and Nintendo (PS3 and GC, anyone?) run through the Dr. Disrespect drama, and look at how Rockstar has avoided Hollywood... for now. We're also playing A LOT of games this week, our thoughts here!…
This week we follow up on Nintendo's June Direct for 2024, and consider us surprised... this one was BIG. We also break down new info on Resident Evil 9, Guerilla Games being a little over-ambitious, and our wins of the month! How did the former E3 season finale go? Our thoughts here!
E3 may be dead, but June is still the time for big game announcements, and we have A LOT to talk about. We break down Summer Game Fest, Xbox's big showcase, and Ubisoft's plans for the next year. Can 2024 follow up the insane gaming year that was 2023? How will titles like Doom: The Dark Ages and Fable shape 2025? We got takes!…
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