PRIDE with April Ajoy and Beecher

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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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It's the second week of PRIDE and we've got your 2nd favorite redhead--April Ajoy--and her non-binary spouse Beecher.

We hear their story from Christian fundamentalists to Beecher coming to terms with being non-binary--all while April realizes she is bi-sexual. And their marriage works!

Caution little ears (why are you here anyway?), we discuss sex, toys, and other adventures.

PLEASE preorder April's book: Star Spangled Jesus! Let's beat Joel Osteen's book numbers.

You can find Beecher's feature film, shorts, and other works on their website.

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PRIDE with April Ajoy and Beecher

Deconversion Therapy

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published год назад

MP3•Главная эпизода

It's the second week of PRIDE and we've got your 2nd favorite redhead--April Ajoy--and her non-binary spouse Beecher.

We hear their story from Christian fundamentalists to Beecher coming to terms with being non-binary--all while April realizes she is bi-sexual. And their marriage works!

Caution little ears (why are you here anyway?), we discuss sex, toys, and other adventures.

PLEASE preorder April's book: Star Spangled Jesus! Let's beat Joel Osteen's book numbers.

You can find Beecher's feature film, shorts, and other works on their website.

Keep in Touch or support us with our free and paid versions of our newsletter.

Episode tithes and offerings can be dropped here. ❤️

Please Rate and Review. It means so much! Thank you.

We have a P.O. Box!

Deconversion Therapy

188 Front St. STE 116-79

Franklin, TN 37064

Find us on Instagram, TikTok, and our secret den on Facebook.

And, finally, send us your true, funny stories for us to read on the podcast.

255 эпизодов

#deconversiontherapy #Religion #Society #Comedy #Documentaries #Satanic Panic

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