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The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Geoffrey van der VenGuest: Geoffrey van der VenGeoffrey van der Ven is a spoken word artist and theater maker known for his sharp, critical, and activist voice, particularly within the queer and BIPOC communities. He often focuses on bringing unheard stories to the forefront, especially those related to queer history and identity. He is recognized for his solo performance "Het is niet nieuw" ("It is not new"), which explores the queer history of Africa, and is currently working on a new show called "What's the Difference," which delves into queer shame.Geoffrey has received acc...2025-07-0340 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Jessica BenschGuest: Jessica BenschJessica Bensch is a global advocate for workplace transformation and the founder of Vanguard Voices, a movement dedicated to making psychological safety a non-negotiable standard across all industries. With decades of professional experience across continents and sectors, Jessica has witnessed firsthand that good intentions and isolated efforts are not enough to create meaningful change. True progress, she believes, demands collective responsibility and unwavering accountability from leaders, employees, and organizations alike.Having lived, worked, and traveled in nearly 40 countries, Jessica has developed a deep appreciation for the power of diversity—and...2025-06-0536 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Dr. Nigel PaineGuest: Dr. Nigel PaineDr. Nigel Paine is a change-focused leader with a worldwide reputation and a unique grasp of media, learning and development in the public, private and academic sectors.He has extensive experience in leadership and consultancy with public service broadcasters, SMEs, global industry players, government and education institutions.Nigel focuses on the use of learning technologies, organisational development, leadership and creativity with a spotlight on maximising human potential, innovation and performance in the workplace. Nigel is a strategic thinker, able to motivate, lead and drive organisations forward to...2025-05-0646 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Lenora Billings-HarrisGuest: Lenora Billings-HarrisLenora Billings-Harris, is the founder and CEO of Critical Voices Initiative, a not-for-profit movement that helps people from all walks of life use honest words to open minds that build stronger communities. Before founding that organization, she held leadership positions within two Fortune 100 companies and a major university. Next Lenora worked for over 35 years as a diversity and inclusion strategist and specialized in helping organizations make diversity equity and inclusion a competitive advantage by disrupting bias. She is the author of two books, and numerous articles, and she is included among...2025-04-0347 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Alia SalehGuest: Alia SalehAlia Saleh is a dynamic finance leader whose work extends beyond balance sheets and boardrooms. She draws upon her global experiences in speaking, writing, community building, mentoring, and even theatre to bring a different approach to leadership. Across diverse roles, Alia continually demonstrates that finance is not merely about numbers but about driving impact, fostering ethical behavior, and inspiring positive change.Guided by core principles of integrity and collaboration, she has championed different ways of thinking—both on stage and in the workplace—that emphasize empathy and creativity. Her ability to connect with...2025-03-1138 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Rose CartolariGuest: Rose CartolariSpecialist in Strategic & Inclusive Leadership, Executive Board Director and Successful EntrepreneurRose is a leadership advisor, executive coach and entrepreneur with over 30 years of success in the corporate world. In addition to working for organizations such as American Express and UNICEF, she co-founded and served for many years as COO of Scharper, a European pharmaceuticals company, which she successfully sold in 2011. HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS:KG: Therefore my first question is that in your stellar, impactful career so far, you do...2025-02-0338 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Stella SaliariGuest: Stella SaliariSTELLA SALIARI is a feminist researcher and social justice consultant who works with institutions that strive towards achieving intersectional justice. Throughout her work she applied feminist research practice and an anti-racist lens. She collaborates with both organizations in the Higher Education realm as well as the not-for-profit sector, presenting on topics such as Eurocentrism and knowledge production, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in international education, and the politics of positionality. She curates and moderate events ranging from topics such as Inclusion and Diversity...2024-12-0339 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Y.N. VivekanandaGuest: Y.N. VivekanandaY.N. Vivekananda is a highly experienced Advocate and Senior Standing Counsel for the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs - GST & DRI at the High Court of Andhra Pradesh. Serving in this capacity since 2017, he has been an integral part of the legal landscape, handling significant cases. He was also a Government Pleader attached to the Advocate General, state of Andhra Pradesh from 2019 to 2024 and Special Public Prosecutor AP CID for the Economic Offences Wing-II.With a legal career spanning over two decades...2024-11-0528 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Virginie Martins de NobregaGuest: Virginie Martins de Nobrega Virginie Martins de Nobrega is a practicing Lawyer at the Paris Bar and a Mediator based in Paris and Brussels. She acts as a Senior Advisor or Board Member for international actors (IO, INGO and foundations, Corporations. In 2016, Virginie founded a niche advising firm called CREATIVE RESOLUTION to address the need for innovation when addressing global political, economic, legal, social and cultural challenges. Most recently (EMBA, 2018), she conducted research on the risks and opportunities of Artificial Intelligence (A.I) to leverage the...2024-10-0335 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Kristen AndersonGuest: Kristen Anderson Kristen Anderson, CEO and Board Member of European Women on BoardsFormer Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer of Barilla Group.Kristen is currently the CEO of European Women on Boards (EWOB), a member of the EWOB Board since 2021 and leads the EWOB Executive Committee. EWOB is the European umbrella association for gender equality at decision-making level; a non-profit organisation whose aim is to increase gender diversity in C-Suite and Board roles throughout Europe and beyond.From 2016-2021, Kristen was Chief...2024-09-0320 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation with Prof Nandu NandkishoreGuest: Nandu Nandkishore Nandu Nandkishore (Doreswamy Nandkishore; born 30 September 1958, known as "Nandu") is a business executive, venture capitalist and business school professor. He is the retired Global CEO of Nestlé Nutrition, and retired executive vice president and head of Asia Oceania, Africa of Nestlé S.A, Switzerland. He presently serves as an independent director on the board of several companies, and is a professor of practice at Indian School of Business and a guest lecturer at London Business School. HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS:33:50 - 33:59 “KG: The idea of realizing that we...2024-07-3150 min
The Human Conversation Podcast on Leadership and EthicsThe Human Conversation on Leadership and Ethics: Insights for Leading with PurposeIn this episode of The Human Conversation on Leadership and Ethics, host Kaumudi Goda delves into the complexities of ethical dilemmas faced by today's leaders. Join her as she engages in candid conversations with visionary executives and thought leaders from various fields such as business, government, advocacy, academia, and the arts.Throughout the podcast, Kaumudi explores the intersection of leadership, ethics, and organizational culture, uncovering the guiding principles that shape a leader's approach to ethical challenges. Listeners will gain valuable insights on how to navigate these dilemmas while inspiring teams, creating trust, and ultimately...2024-03-1601 min
The Inclusion Bites PodcastInclusive Conversations Across Borders: Navigating Global Challenges Inclusive Conversations Across Borders: Navigating Global Challenges
In this episode, Joanne Lockwood and guest Kaumudi Goda navigate the complex landscape of global DEIB work, emphasizing the importance of active listening and non-judgmental understanding in promoting diversity and inclusion.
In this episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, host Joanne Lockwood delves into the complex and nuanced world of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with guest Kaumudi Goda (KG), a Leadership Consultant, Executive Coach, and DEIB Strategist.
Kaumudi Goda has always felt like she didn't quite fit in, whether it was as a young...2023-12-211h 10
Salt The PodcastS03 E56 Diversity Work Starts With A MemoryWhat characterizes our path in becoming diversity workers who strive towards achieving diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and intersectional justice in all institutions that make up our society?
It usually starts with a memory, with witnessing an injustice that stays with us forever, and becomes ingrained into who we are.
For Kaumudi Goda it began with a memory about her grandmother who could not step out of the house because she was a widow and people believed encountering a widow first thing in the morning would bring them bad luck.
The memory stayed with h...2023-09-1555 min
The "DEI is:" PodcastDEI is: Too American!Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging. Access. Justice. In our current climate, these words are configured and reconfigured seemingly endlessly, but the throughline for whatever acronym you prefer, is trying to have a positive impact on the way that we work and of course, live with one another. To that end, such efforts are constructed with capital “S” Society in mind—that is, everyone. Or is it?
Most conversations around DEI revolve around one embedded assumption: the context we’re talking about is the USA. So, just HOW diverse, equitable, and inclusive is DEI? Join host Enrico E. Manalo and special guests...2023-05-261h 06
Conversations with my Future SkillsKaumudi Goda on Psychological Safety
Kaumudi Goda
Saskia Listle
Welcome to another conversation with my future skills, the podcast where I talk with interesting people about what skills we have and what skills we need to have to be present in the future.
In this episode I talk to Kaumudi Goda. KG is the Founder of The Human Conversation and is appointed as an Advisor for Human Capital and Sustainability in Business SIGs at the Indian School of Business. As a people and culture strategist, DEI consultant, executive coach, and lawyer, KG has helped transform organisations through serving as a non-executive director...2023-03-231h 11
Message ReceivedS3.E1 Inclusivity in the Workplace with Kaumudi GodaIn this episode Kaumudi Goda an award-winning keynote speaker who was recognised as the ‘Business APAC Influential Women Leader of 2020’ speaks about her background growing up in India, moving to America, gaining a career in law, and then her transition from law to becoming an expert in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and belonging.
In this episode with KG we talk about inclusivity in the workplace. Be prepared for some great takeaways!2021-11-1034 min
The World of Work PodcastCognitive Biases and Sustainability (w Kaumudi Goda)James is joined by Kaumudi Goda from Singapore to talk about the role that cognitive biases play in our lives. The conversation explores what cognitive biases are, how they may appear and how they affect what we do. To bring the subject to live, Kaumudi explores how biases affect our views and actions in relation to climate change and sustainability.2021-11-0151 min
The Rethink Leadership PodcastS03E02: Positively impacting mental health and workforce wellness through an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplaceOur guest today, Kaumudi Goda (or KG) is a trusted business advisor, human capital strategist, executive coach, ‘Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging’ expert and lawyer, who has helped transform Fortune 500 companies and clients across APAC, EMEA and North America. She serves on the executive boards of global organizations and as C-suite advisor. She is the best selling author of ‘International Women of Color Who Boss Up’In addition to an MBA from ISB, Kaumudi has an LLM from the University of Virginia. Kaumudi practiced as an attorney for seven years in the U.S., and is c...2021-09-2034 min
Women With Vision6.6 A trusted business advisor, human capital strategist, and a DEIB expert, with Kaumudi GodaAs a trusted business advisor, human capital strategist, and DEIB expert, Kaumudi has helped transform organizations in APAC, EMEA and North America. She has extensive cross-border experience in client leadership, business development and change management. She serves on the executive boards of global organizations and as a c-suite advisor. Kaumudi speaks on “Bias, Inclusion, Technology and Global Leadership”,
“Navigating Difficult Conversations” and “Business for Good”. She was recognized as the “Business APAC Influential Women Leader of 2020” and is an award-winning public speaker, executive coach, trainer, and facilitator.2021-04-1422 min
KeyNote: Expert VoicesDiversity in the Future of WorkIn this episode, Kaumudi Goda (KG), in conversation with Stacy Bernal, deep dives into the various facets of diversity. As a part of Women's Month celebration, this episode not only discusses the gender equality versus equity debate but also touches upon intersectionality and neurodiversity. KG and Stacy, having faced and overcome various challenges as minorities in their work and cultural environments, and being keynote speakers in the field of diversity and inclusion, feel deeply about this subject. Their personal experiences "fueled their fire to be vocal and really join in this fight" against discrimination. Tune in and do your...2021-03-3024 min
ISB SIG WebinarHuman Capital SIG In Conversation with Prabir JhaHuman Capital SIG is excited to invite you for a conversation with Prabir Jha, Founder & CEO - Prabir Jha People Advisory and Kaumudi Goda, PGP Co ’12, Senior Advisor Human Capital SIG and COO-MetaMind Training on ‘What is intriguing and exciting India's foremost HR Thought Leaders’.
Join us for a candid conversation on leadership, management and the future of work exclusively for ISB alumni with Prabir Jha - LinkedIn Power Profile year on year; TEDx speaker; CHRO of Fortune 500 companies; Former civil servant and the architect of significant large scale transformation at several of India's most famous...2020-09-101h 22
ISB SIG WebinarWebinar on Leading People in the Times of Corona: What can we learn from this crisis"Continuing the highly acclaimed SIG webinar series, Human Capital SIG is proud to present Prof. Chandrasekhar Sripada, Clinical Professor - OB and Strategic Human Capital, Indian School of Business in conversation with Kaumudi Goda, COO - MetaMind Training, PGP Class of 2012, Senior Advisor - Human Capital SIG. Dr. Chandra will share his insights and advice on "Leading People in the Times of Corona: What can we learn from this crisis".
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Dr. Chandrasekhar Sripada is a Clinical Professor - OB and Strategic Human Capital at the Indian School of Business. He is a...2020-03-241h 22
The Tao of Self-Confidence657: Share Your Story With Kaumudi GodaKaumudi Goda is the Co-Chair for KeyNote, the world’s first non-profit online Women Speakers Directory and the Chief Operating Officer of MetaMind Training, a learning and development consulting company. She has helped transform Fortune 500 companies in Asia, Europe and North America as a talent strategist, culture builder and program manager. Kaumudi is a trusted business advisor and has extensive global experience in client leadership, business development and P&L responsibilities. She moved into human capital management after getting an MBA in 2012. Prior to that, she was an attorney in the U.S. with an LLM from the University of Virgi...2019-09-1010 min