Episode 26 - Interview with DJ DeLa

Just Keep Spinning

www.mixcloud.com/dela0576

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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…

6 лет назад 1:25:29

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Main Topic: This week we got to check off another guest from our podcast bucketlist! We interviewed one of our favorite valley DJ's, DeLa. DeLa is a transplant from Chicago who is the resident DJ of Musical Pleasures for the Masses hosted at Bikini Lounge. She sheds some light on what drove her behind the tables as well as her mentor, the Chicago house scene, what she feels is missing in Hip Hop today, and what she loves about Arizona. I'm sure there will be a part two in no time. You will see why at the end of the episode.

Instagram: DeLaIzDaName

Facebook: De La / Musical Pleasures for the Masses

Website: www.mp4tm.com

Residency: Every 4th Saturday of the month at Bikini Lounge

Instagram: JustKeepSpinningPodcast

Email Inquiries: JustKeepSpinningPodcast@Gmail.com

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Episode 26 - Interview with DJ DeLa

Just Keep Spinning

published 6 лет назад

MP3•Главная эпизода

Instagram: DeLaIzDaName

Facebook: De La / Musical Pleasures for the Masses

Website: www.mp4tm.com

www.mixcloud.com/dela0576

Residency: Every 4th Saturday of the month at Bikini Lounge

Instagram: JustKeepSpinningPodcast

Email Inquiries: JustKeepSpinningPodcast@Gmail.com

55 эпизодов

#Music #Society #Lifestyle #Audioboom #Just Keep Spinning #Hobbies

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