Episode 153: Lou DiPietro

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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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Hello, wrestling fans! It’s time for Episode #153 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon!

This week, Brian welcomes his former WWE colleague Lou DiPietro to the show!

Lou has worn many hats for WWE over the years, but some of the most fascinating stuff he worked on took place in the early years of the WWE Network. If you’ve ever wondered how and why things got uploaded, this is an interesting look at the inner workings of the home of so much classic wrestling footage.

Plus there’s lots of talk on what made ’80s wrestling great, the importance of music, and why The Wrestling Album is STILL a classic.

Shut Up and Wrestle is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network.

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Episode 153: Lou DiPietro

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Hello, wrestling fans! It’s time for Episode #153 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon!

This week, Brian welcomes his former WWE colleague Lou DiPietro to the show!

Plus there’s lots of talk on what made ’80s wrestling great, the importance of music, and why The Wrestling Album is STILL a classic.

Shut Up and Wrestle is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network.

The post Episode 153: Lou DiPietro appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

162 эпизодов

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