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Inclusion Catalyst

Mickey Desai
Well-Being
Faith-Based Affordable Housing
United States Federal Budget
Literacy
DEI
Nervous System
Randolph College
Lethal Injection
Death Penalty
School To Prison Pipeline
Diversity In Publishing
Meritocracy
Conflict
Communication
Self-Compassion
White Supremacy Culture
Medicaid
Snap
United States Congress
SB4

Welcome to Inclusion Catalyst, with your host Mickey Desai. We bring diversity leaders to the table to hear about current issues in diversity and inclusion, deconstructing complex social justice issues to showcase the best practices in our workplaces and our communities.

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What’s really at stake when you ignore your nervous system?

In this follow-up episode of Inclusion Catalyst, host Mickey Desai continues his conversation with Dr. Rebecca Eldredge, diving deeper into the real-world consequences of dysregulation—on ... more

What happens when the people working hardest to make the world better begin to lose themselves in the process?

In this episode of Inclusion Catalyst, host Mickey Desai sits down with licensed psychologist Dr. Rebecca Eldredge—founder of @Feel Deepl... more

Host Mickey Desai sits down with Su Joun, principal of Diversity at Workplace Consulting Group, to unpack the realities and misconceptions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Su reframes DEI not as a system of preferential treatment, but ... more

This episode is produced in partnership with the Georgia Interfaith Public Policy Center.

Host Mickey Desai sits down with children’s author and entrepreneur Tiffany Obeng, founder of Sugar Cookie Books, to explore a powerful and often overlooked t... more

In this powerful episode, Inclusion Catalyst sits down with Professor Corinna Lain, legal scholar and author of the forthcoming book Secrets of the Killing State, to examine the realities behind lethal injection in the United States. Lain’s work expo... more

Charles Gibson is the Chief Engagement and Belonging Officer at Randolph College. He visits the Inclusion Catalyst to talk about fostering a culture of belongingness and home for Randolph Students. Key Takeaways

* Engagement and belonging work ai... more

Nadia Mian is the Senior Program Director at the Ralph W. Voorhees Center for Civic Engagement at Rutgers University. She visits the Inclusion Catalyst to discuss a very innovative faith-based housing initiative. Key Takeaways

* Dr. Mian is leadi... more

Theresa Lau, Senior Policy Counsel, Eradicating Poverty at the Southern Poverty Law Center, visits with Mickey again to discuss the proposed federal budget cuts and their potential impacts on social programs and states.

* The budget bill passed b... more

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Recent Guests

Rebecca Eldredge
Psychologist, private practice; focuses on well-being for change makers
Feel Deeply, Live Completely
Episode: The Cost of Caring, with Rebecca Eldridge
Su Joun
Principal, Workplace Consulting Group
Workplace Consulting Group
Episode: Getting in Line: Rethinking DEI, Meritocracy, and Misconceptions
Tiffany Obeng
Author and founder of Sugar Cookie Books; advocate for diverse children's literature
Sugar Cookie Books
Episode: The Literacy Crisis We Can’t Ignore
Corinna Lain
Law professor and author
University of Richmond School of Law
Episode: “Secrets of the Killing State” with Corinna Lain
Charles Gibson III
Chief Engagement and Belonging Officer, Director of the Intercultural Center
Randolph College
Episode: Charles Gibson: Building Belonging on College Campuses
Nadia Mian
Dr., Senior Program Director at the Ralph W. Voorhees Center for Civic Engagement, Rutgers University
Rutgers University
Episode: Nadia Mian: Catalyzing Faith-Based Affordable Housing
Theresa Lau
Executive Director, Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)
Southern Poverty Law Center
Episode: Theresa Lau: Exposing the Harmful Cuts in the 'Big, Beautiful' Budget Bill
Teresa Lau
Senior Policy Counsel on Eradicating Poverty at the Southern Poverty Law Center
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)
Episode: Federal Budget Cuts & Social Program Impact: Teresa Lau

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Mickey Desai
Host of Inclusion Catalyst

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Getting in Line: Rethinking DEI, Meritocracy, and Misconceptions
Q: What is the most common misconception about the work of DEI?
DEI is often mistaken as simply prioritizing individuals for opportunities based on identity. In reality, its core purpose is to remove barriers that prevent people from accessing lines of opportunity, so meritocracy can function more truly and equitably.
You Are the Tool, with Rebecca Eldgredge
Q: What parting information would you share with our audience before we wrap today's episode?
Rebecca emphasizes the central importance of self-compassion and being responsive to one's own suffering as foundational for sustaining impact, alongside practical guidance on staying grounded in tough conversations and maintaining humane, constructive engagement.

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What is Inclusion Catalyst about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on inclusion, diversity, equity, and social impact—often intersecting with workplace culture, education, public policy, and well-being. Episodes feature researchers, practitioners, and advocates who unpack complex issues like DEI misconceptions, meritocracy, literacy as a workforce lever, and the budget decisions shaping safety nets. A notable strength is bringing rigorous, actionable discussions to practical audiences: HR and DEI leaders, educators, nonprofit professionals, and policymakers seeking concrete strategies for inclusive change. The guest roster tends to blend academics, authors, and frontline advocates, highlighting real-world applications of inclusion work and long-form explorations of systemic barriers. List... more

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Recent guests on Inclusion Catalyst include:

1. Rebecca Eldredge
2. Su Joun
3. Tiffany Obeng
4. Corinna Lain
5. Charles Gibson III
6. Nadia Mian
7. Theresa Lau
8. Teresa Lau

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