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S2 - Episode 6: What gets in the way of Radical Respect?
S2 - Episode 6: What gets in the way of Radical Respect?
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Length:
32 minutes
Released:
May 30, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Wesley and Kim talk with guest Laura Holmes about how bias, prejudice and bullying get in the way of Radical Respect. Laura shares a story about the fact that people use the "private note to manager" feature in 360 products to submit non-transparent feedback about Black women much more often than they use it for other employees.Laura Holmes is a dedicated software product builder, mother, and advocate for inclusion and equity. With experience in creating innovative solutions, she served as the first Product Manager on Google Fi and Google Tag Manager. Drawing from that experience, Laura founded Grasshopper, an innovative and inclusive platform designed to teach coding to individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. Before departing from Google, she led the development of multiple products within Google's Education portfolio. Passionate about building teams and making complex products user-friendly, Laura has now ventured into the realm of Artificial Intelligence.Laura's latest project, Anansi, is an AI-powered interactive story platform designed for children aged 3-7. With the tagline "magical adventures for curious children," Anansi aims to engage young minds, nurture curiosity, and build confidence through the power of story. By combining her expertise in technology and her commitment to inclusivity, Laura strives to make a lasting and positive impact on the lives of others.
Released:
May 30, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (35)
S1 - Episode 1: Kim and Ernest share experiences around bias, prejudice and bullying: Ernest and Kim talk about the definitions of bias, prejudice and bullying proposed in Just Work, and share some stories from their lives and careers. by Radical Respect a book by Kim Scott