As a French learner who speaks six languages, I share honest reflections, stories, and conversations about language, culture, and personal growth. From learning French while living in England to exploring what languages teach us about courage, identity, and connection — this podcast invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and rediscover the beauty of communication. For learners, francophiles, and curious minds who believe languages aren’t just tools, but windows to who we are. 🌍💬
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Multicultural Storytelling Podcasts
Liminal Space dives deep into the messy beauty of living between cultures, identities, and ideologies—especially at the crossroads between China and the West. Hosted by Susan Su and Matthew Lu, two Third-Culture kids in China, we bring you "the good, bad, and the weird" with an insider’s nuance. Each episode, we feature guests navigating their own cultural in-betweenness. Tune in for fresh perspectives and honest dialogue that reveals what lies hidden in life's edges and overlaps. This podca ...
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An intersection of art, culture, and creativity transcending geographical boundaries, highlighting the richness that comes from multicultural influences and experiences.
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Rudy Rupak is a serial (or surreal) entrepreneur who has straddled both the tech and creative sides of media and content development.
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Getting to the nitty gritty of living inter-culturally. Exploring new pathways for intentionally opening our faith communities (and ourselves) to folk who not only look and sound different but also think and act in ways we might not expect. A safe space where we can both accept our chronic clumsiness and overcome our unavoidable fears as our brains and hearts encounter the unexpected. The podcasts provide a practical, hands-on approach to helping people who want to open themselves to form ne ...
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Emmy-nominated writer/performer Kimberly Ming, explores conversations about mixed-race identity and multiculturalism with the mission to bridge cultural gaps and advance our worldwide community. Ming grew up in Colorado as an 'only' being a Chinese and Puerto Rican woman. She forges relationships across color and cultural lines with the mission to bridge cultural gaps and create a space for belonging. Follow this podcast on instagram @mixdgen + Kimberly Ming @kimberly.ming Email: kimberlesa@ ...
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The podcast exploring between “belonging” and carving your own path. “How long will it take to be successful?” “Don’t you think you should…” “When does this whole thing get easier?” “So you… don’t know what you’re doing?” Existential questions that plague our every day, especially as multicultural, hyphenated-folx who are between belonging and carving our own paths. I’m lost, so what? podcast shares bi-weekly episodes to explore the nuance and gray areas of life, culture, identity, work, and ...
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The New Mainstream podcast features real conversations about the cultural nuances impacting multicultural communities in the U.S. and its influence on brand marketing and the importance of DEI in strategic marketing conversations.
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Welcome to Space by Stansons. Listen to raw, thought-provoking conversations with key players in the interiors industry, as we challenge conventional thinking towards aesthetics and sustainability. Most importantly our objective is to inspire designers to think holistically, creating spaces where people of today and the future, truly flourish.
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Welcome to "Urban Whispers: The LaCie Knight Chronicles", where the reality and nuances of street love and interracial love meet the power of storytelling. Host LaCie Knight takes you straight to the heart of things, where romance isn’t just a fairytale but a vital part of life’s struggles and triumphs. We’re more than just a podcast; we’re a community diving into deep conversations with authors who portray the essence of love, engaging with readers who’ve lived these realities, and deliveri ...
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Communicating through language, images, maps, and tools
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Record of Service, a podcast presented by The Memory Project. In this series, we bring you interviews with Canada’s veterans—their stories of life, loss and service. A new episode every week until November 11. The Memory Project Speakers Bureau and archive connects veterans and Canadian Forces members with school and community groups from coast to coast. A program of Historica Canada, the Memory Project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada. Go to thememoryproject.com to ...
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My Warm Table is an independent podcast amplifying the passion and purpose of smart, generous and civic minded Western Australians who are making our communities better. We gather around a warm table of good conversation, acceptance, positivity and curiosity (in Italian we call this a Tavola Calda - a warm table). We'll talk politics, religion, science, sustainability, wellness, inclusion, social impact ... in fact no topic is off limits - but good table manners will rule!
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Advancing Health Equity Through Authentic Storytelling in Multicultural Marketing with Nikki Hopewell
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38:21Storytelling has long been recognized as a powerful way to bridge differences and build empathy across communities. To advance health equity, stories that transform complex medical terms and statistics into human experiences can break down barriers and even save lives. When people hear from survivors or caregivers who share their culture, language,…
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Bridging Culture and Commerce in Multicultural Marketing with Liz Pedraza
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39:55Walk through any major city in the U.S. and you’ll see it. Consumer demographics are shifting. From local shops to national brands, multicultural communities are driving commerce and key economic trends. Yet, while consumers are evolving, many marketing strategies are not. Too often, multicultural audiences remain an afterthought rather than the ce…
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Rudy Rupak Talks About Blending Languages Through Songwriting and Composition
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3:06In this episode, Rudy Rupak talks about how blending languages in songwriting creates deeper emotional connections. He shares how English, Hindi, Spanish, and other languages shape his creative process, and how music transcends borders to tell universal stories of identity and emotion.By Rudy Rupak
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Being Maori & Multicultural: How Heritage Drives Design with Antonia Walmsley
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50:09Can a multicultural approach to design elevate design philosophy for the better? In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Antonia Walmsley, Head of Strategy and Design at Unispace Global, to explore how cultural heritage shapes workplace design philosophy, the evolution from traditional architecture to innovative design…
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How I Improved My French Speaking While Living in England
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8:43You don’t need to live in France to speak French with confidence. In this first episode, I share how I improved my French speaking while living in England — from daily habits and mindset shifts to overcoming the fear of making mistakes. Whether you’re learning French or any language, this episode will remind you that fluency begins with courage, no…
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Rudy Rupak Talk About How Music Connects Different Cultures
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3:24Rudy Rupak shares how music serves as a universal bridge between cultures. He talks about blending global sounds, collaborating across traditions, and how rhythm and melody transcend language barriers to connect hearts worldwide.By Rudy Rupak
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Rudy Rupak Talks About How Cultures Blend in Modern Music
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3:33In this episode, Rudy Rupak explores how cultures blend in modern music, creating a global sound that unites people across borders. He discusses how technology, collaboration, and respect for tradition are reshaping today’s musical landscape into a universal language of creativity and connection.By Rudy Rupak
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First Look! 👀 Being Maori & Multicultural: How Heritage Drives Design with Antonia Walmsley
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From Chinese Rock Star to Cross-Cultural Storyteller: Henry Kong on Music, Identity, and Cultural Exchange
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1:20:15What does it mean to grow up with music, and then grow into it? In this episode of Liminal Space, we speak with Henry Kong—festival organizer, music promoter, and 75th descendant of Confucius—about his journey from teenage rock star to cultural bridge-builder. Henry reflects on his first bands, the vibrant indie scene in Beijing, and the challenges…
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[Greatest Hits] The Power of Storytelling in Workplace Design with Abigail Reynolds, Project Designer at Modus
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50:05In this episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Abigail Reynolds, a Project Designer at Modus, a leading design-build firm specialising in innovative workplace solutions with a strong reputation for creating functional and aesthetically driven office spaces. They discuss the evolving role of workplace design and how storytelli…
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[Greatest Hits] First Look! 👀 The Power of Storytelling in Workplace Design with Abigail Reynolds, Project Designer at Modus
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6:07In this episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Abigail Reynolds, a Project Designer at Modus, a leading design-build firm specialising in innovative workplace solutions with a strong reputation for creating functional and aesthetically driven office spaces. They discuss the evolving role of workplace design and how storytelli…
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Storytelling as the Secret Weapon in Workplace Design: The Jordy Dent Approach
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37:36For Jordy Dent, every successful design starts with a story. Experience shows that it’s the designers who question the brief, dig deeper, and uncover the story behind the space who create work worth remembering. And, we’re talkin’ in the latest episode of Space by Stansons. Tune in as host Guy Stanley welcomes Jordy Dent, Creative Director at B Cor…
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From Texas to Jiangyin: A Naval Engineer’s Journey in China w/ Julia Meyn
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1:20:31What does it mean to build something massive, precise, and powerful—while rebuilding your own sense of belonging? In this episode of Liminal Space, host Susan Su and co-host Matt Lu talk with Julia Meyn, a naval engineer from Texas now working in Jiangyin, China. Julia shares her journey into the world of shipbuilding, from feeling like an outsider…
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Building Responsible AI With Innovation, Ethics and Inclusion with Norman Valdez
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47:09Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping society, but with its transformative power comes pressing ethical, cultural, and social questions. The conversation around AI often centers on new capabilities, but equally important are the implications for equity, transparency, and human values. A key concern is the concentration of AI development…
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First Look! 👀 Storytelling as the Secret Weapon in Workplace Design: The Jordy Dent Approach
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8:42For Jordy Dent, every successful design starts with a story. Experience shows that it’s the designers who question the brief, dig deeper, and uncover the story behind the space who create work worth remembering. And, we’re talkin’ in the latest episode of Space by Stansons. Tune in as host Guy Stanley welcomes Jordy Dent, Creative Director at B Cor…
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Rudy Rupak: Composer, Storyteller, and Filmmaker
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4:06In this episode, we dive into the world of Rudy Rupak, a visionary composer, storyteller, and filmmaker who has mastered the art of weaving emotion into every medium he touches. From powerful soundscapes to compelling narratives on screen, Rudy shares how music and storytelling can transcend borders and connect us all.…
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Trust, Tech, and the New Financial Playbook: Navigating the Generational Divide with Aijaz Hussain Shaik
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39:16Money habits aren’t formed in a vacuum. They’re shaped by the crises we live through, the culture we’re raised in, and the tools we trust to manage our future. Today’s financial landscape is being redefined by generational shifts, cultural influences, and emerging technologies, like artificial intelligence, each impacting how people save, spend, an…
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Built for Movement: Inside Sweaty Betty’s New Flexible HQ with Craig White
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38:21There’s power in rejecting the traditional. Just ask the Whiteroom Agency and Sweaty Betty. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Craig White, Founder and Creative Director of Whiteroom Agency, for an immersive conversation (and walkthrough) on the transformational nature of designing the HQ for Sweaty Betty in the h…
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How Rudy Rupak Bridges Film, Music, and Multicultural Influence
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4:08In this episode, we uncover the artistry of Rudy Rupak, a creative force who brings together the worlds of film, music, and multicultural influence. Through his passion for storytelling, Rudy creates projects that combine powerful visuals with multilingual soundscapes, offering a rich and inclusive experience for audiences. We talk about his vision…
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First Look! 👀 Built for Movement: Inside Sweaty Betty’s New Flexible HQ with Craig White
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17:58There’s power in rejecting the traditional. Just ask the Whiteroom Agency and Sweaty Betty. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Craig White, Founder and Creative Director of Whiteroom Agency, for an immersive conversation (and walkthrough) on the transformational nature of designing the HQ for Sweaty Betty in the h…
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How Inclusive Workplaces Turn Military Experience into Business Advantage with Ari Friedman
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49:08Veterans are undoubtedly our nation’s heroes. They bring with them a set of skills honed through years of service, skills that, if clearly communicated, can achieve the same success in business that they achieved on missions. The key to transferring these skills to civilian roles is breakingdown what was done in a military context into terms that s…
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Building London's Fastest-Growing Design Studio: The Whitepaper Story with Victoria Dixon
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40:28History teaches us that it’s the people who embrace discomfort, follow their instincts and create their own blueprint that does something worth talking about. And, we’re talkin’ in the latest episode of Space by Stansons. Tune in as host Guy Stanley welcomes Victoria Dixon, Head of Creative at Whitepaper, for a riveting chat on all things passion-f…
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Rudy Rupak: The Global Voice Behind Multilingual Melodies
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3:41In this episode, we dive into the world of Rudy Rupak, a global music innovator whose multilingual melodies transcend borders. As the creative force behind emotionally rich compositions in English, Hindi, Bengali, and Farsi, Rudy shares how his diverse influences and cinematic style come together to tell powerful stories through sound. From cultura…
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First Look! 👀 Building London's Fastest-Growing Design Studio: The Whitepaper Story with Victoria Dixon
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6:00History teaches us that it’s the people who embrace discomfort, follow their instincts and create their own blueprint that does something worth talking about. And, we’re talkin’ in the latest episode of Space by Stansons. Tune in as host Guy Stanley welcomes Victoria Dixon, Head of Creative at Whitepaper, for a riveting chat on all things passion-f…
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Why Internal Messaging Fails and How Inclusive Communication Fixes It with Jenna Marston
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39:34As the workforce becomes increasingly diverse—not just in terms of race and ethnicity, but also in education, language, and lived experiences—brands must rethink how they communicate internally. It's not enough to craft a compellingmessage if it isn’t understood, or worse, if no one cares. For communication to be effective, it must be accessible, r…
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The Untapped Design Secret to 10x Employee Performance with Kay Sargent
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43:33Neurodivergence diagnoses are more common than ever, and yet our workplaces struggle to keep up with the needs of the very people who inhabit those spaces. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Kay Sargent, Senior Principal and Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors at HOK for a deep dive into the quickly evolving…
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From Chi-Town to China: Navigating Identity, Supply Chain, and the China Dream with Joshua Charles Woodard
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1:07:57What does it really mean to live in-between—cultures, dreams, identities? Joshua Charles Woodard, entrepreneur, engineer, artist, and nightlife maestro, has spent his life exploring this very question. In our first episode, Josh (affectionately known as "Jashy") shares the incredible journey that took him from Chicago's South Side to Beijing’s pres…
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First Look! 👀 The Untapped Design Secret to 10x Employee Performance with Kay Sargent
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8:23Neurodivergence diagnoses are more common than ever, and yet our workplaces struggle to keep up with the needs of the very people who inhabit those spaces. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Kay Sargent, Senior Principal and Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors at HOK for a deep dive into the quickly evolving…
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What Brands Get Wrong About the New America, Navigating Cultural Nuance with Julia Glidden & Ruth Moss
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42:04People make assumptions. While that may seem like a common character flaw, it can have serious implications on brand perception. When marketers rely on outdated stereotypes and beliefs about the American public, they are ignoring the complex reality in which consumers live. Today’s consumer is far more nuanced than the binary labels imposed upon th…
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The Secret Sauce Behind the World’s Best Workspaces
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38:13Successful design is an offering that’s made to every one of our senses - an attempt to create an experience that evokes feeling. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Susan Bold, Design Director at Echospace, for an exploration into the fascinating intersection of design, culture and psychology in the interior desig…
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First Look! 👀 The Secret Sauce Behind the World’s Best Workspaces
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5:47Successful design is an offering that’s made to every one of our senses - an attempt to create an experience that evokes feeling. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Susan Bold, Design Director at Echospace, for an exploration into the fascinating intersection of design, culture and psychology in the interior desig…
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Rudy Rupak: The Creative Composer Bringing Cultures Together
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4:36In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary journey of Rudy Rupak, the creative composer who is breaking barriers and bringing cultures together through the universal language of music. From a childhood passion kept hidden due to family expectations to his bold decision to pursue music later in life, Rudy’s story is a powerful testament to the …
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Latino Entrepreneurs, Mexico, and the Market Opportunity Brands Can’t Ignore with Israel Serna
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40:22For many entrepreneurs, success isn’t just about top-line growth. It’s seizing opportunities to break barriers and shape their identities as cultural and economic drivers. That’s especially true within the Latino community, where small businesses continue to power economic growth in both the U.S. and Mexico. But thriving in today’s marketplace requ…
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The Art of Designing with Intention with Michelle Carr
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50:45What if workplace design could transform both company culture and employee well-being? In this episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Michelle Carr, Creative Director at Habit Action, to explore the need for a shift in workspace design - from the purely aesthetic to being deeply human-centred. What You’ll Learn The "Four F's"…
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Advocacy, access, equity, and support for students and faculty, as AI is adopted in a multicultural urban college.
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1:46:41A conversation with Chris Weidenbach, an English professor at Laney College in Oakland, California, and the longtime chair of the English department. We are joined by professors Tom Haymes and Bryan Alexander to discuss our experiences teaching, learning and using “AI.” Our conversation started with Chris’s lifelong engagement with human rights adv…
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First Look! 👀 The Art of Designing with Intention with Michelle Carr
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4:54What if workplace design could transform both company culture and employee well-being? In this episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley sits down with Michelle Carr, Creative Director at Habit Action, to explore the need for a shift in workspace design - from the purely aesthetic to being deeply human-centred. What You’ll Learn The "Four F's"…
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Speaking Their Language: The ROI of Inclusive Marketing with Crystal Marie McDaniels
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36:33Inclusive marketing isn't just about doing the right thing—it’s about doing what works. When companies fail to speak the cultural language of their audiences, they risk more than lost market share. Brands lose trust, relevance, and relationships. But when inclusion is rooted in strategy rather than performative gestures, it becomes a powerful busin…
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Asking is The Only Way to Get What You Want: A Playbook for Junior Designers by Ezgi Elitok
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37:59Being a wide-eyed, hopeful junior designer on the lookout for a dream job sounds lovely, but the truth about entry-level jobs in design is - unpaid internships, the Catch 22 conundrum of “lack of experience” and a serious test of perseverance. In this eye-opening episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Ezgi Elitok to the podcast as …
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First Look! 👀 Asking is The Only Way to Get What You Want: A Playbook for Junior Designers by Ezgi Elitok
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6:57Being a wide-eyed, hopeful junior designer on the lookout for a dream job sounds lovely, but the truth about entry-level jobs in design is - unpaid internships, the Catch 22 conundrum of “lack of experience” and a serious test of perseverance. In this eye-opening episode of Space by Stansons, host Guy Stanley welcomes Ezgi Elitok to the podcast as …
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Inside the Science of Building Brand Trust Through Storytelling with Kate Smiley
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43:56Trust is at the heart of effective communication today, particularly when it comes to science and healthcare. In a time when mistrust of institutions is growing, communicators must prioritize building authentic connections rather thanrelying solely on facts and figures. It’s not just about relaying information. Brands must understand audience conce…
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