Back to Reality

Dear Queer,

#Society #Comedy #Lauren Hogarth #Alena Papayanis #Dear Queer

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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…

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We’re back with Dev and we are chit chatting about our fave subject, reality TV. This week we talk Vanderpump Villa, The Valley, Housewives, The Batchelor, and Traitors. We get into it just enough to confuse you if you aren’t watching and not enough detail if you are. Enjoy!

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Back to Reality

Dear Queer,

published 大约1年之前

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What are you watching!? Tell us @dear.queer.podcast

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SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS!

Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic

Thank YOU!

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#Society #Comedy #Lauren Hogarth #Alena Papayanis #Dear Queer

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Ontario Provincial Elections are today! It is February 27th and it's time to Vote. Head on over to www.elections.on.ca for all the info you could ever need. It's so simple, just grab a piece of ID and look up your voting location. You got this Queers and Allies! See you in two weeks!

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Listener Questions With Nick Rovers Part 2 18:38

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We have Nick Rovers Back on the podcast to answer listener questions. We talk about flirting, coming out in your 40s, and reciprocity with friends. Shout out to https://www.the519.org/ _ _ _ Find us on Instagram @dear.queer.podcast _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic…

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We are looking back at the first year of Dear Queer with an early episode we did on Loneliness. We talk about going home for the holidays, the difference between being alone and lonely as well as some tips to help get you through this holiday season. _ _ _ Find us on Instagram @dear.queer.podcast _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic…

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Robin Lacambra is back on the Podcast to talk about dolphins, Jessica Alba and forgetting that they were bi in their 20s, navigating queer spaces, being bi and poly, and honouring their queerness from within relationships. _ _ _ Check out Robin at GOODBODYFEEL https://www.goodbodyfeel.com/blog/robin-lacambra Find us on Instagram @dear.queer.podcast _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic…

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Self Care with Robin Lacambra 35:43

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In the wake of yesterday’s election results, we know there are a lot of folks hurting today. We see you we love you we will keep fighting alongside you. But also take rest, get in those beautiful bodies, and hopefully find some good practices from the oh-so-smart Robin Lacambra on today’s episode. Robin is a thinker, feeler, speaker, creator and the founder of GOODBODYFEEL Movement Studio and Movement Method. She is an empowered embodiment educator - blending practices like Pilates, yoga and mindfulness and sharing them from anti-oppression, trauma aware and eating disorder informed frameworks. _ _ _ Check out Robin at GOODBODYFEEL https://www.goodbodyfeel.com/blog/robin-lacambra Go Read, Real Self Care by Pooka Lakshmin https://www.poojalakshmin.com/realselfcare Find us on Instagram @dear.queer.podcast _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic…

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On this week's episode of Dear Queer, Alena and Lauren talk about dating, grocery store meetups, and meeting new queers in your neighbourhood. Find us on Instagram @dear.queer.podcast _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic

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Boundaries (Replay) 28:20

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On this weeks Episode of Dear Queer we are talking about Boundaries. Find us on Instagram @dear.queer.podcast _ _ _ A BIG THANK YOU to Calan Brekon and Sam Valentine who helped us get started. Your calls and guidance have been invaluable! Please go check out our friends and biggest supporters Calan Brekon from The Business Gay Podcast CalanBrekon.com And Sam Valentine from One Broke Actress OneBrokeActress.com _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic…

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Bi Visibility with Dr. Mandy Wintink 29:02

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Bisexual people make up about half of the 2SLGBTQIA population, yet are less likely to be out than others in the queer community, often facing stigma and biphobia, even from people within the queer community. We wanted to get some insight into the bi experience and contribute to some bi visibility, and we're doing so today with dear friend of the pod, Dr. Mandy Wintink. Welcome, Mandy. Enjoy! _ _ _ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! Music By: Sean Patrick Brennan @ayeayeayemusic Thank YOU!…

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