The Academic Boardroom Podcast

Welcome to The Academic Boardroom, where the world’s most influential scholars, executives, and visionaries meet to bridge the gap between rigorous research and real-world results. Co-hosted by Dr. Janice Gassam Asare and Dr. Eli Joseph, this podcast provides a seat at the table for listeners who want more than just surface-level business advice—they want the data-driven strategies and behavioral insights that power global leadership. From the research labs of our most prestigious universities to the high-pressure environments of global industry, we explore how the most complex systems in our society actually operate. We move beyond the traditional lecture hall to deconstruct the intersection of sports analytics, competitive strategy, and organizational equity with the leaders who shape these fields. Our episodes feature candid, high-stakes conversations with elite guests—distilling their lifetime of expertise into actionable intelligence for the modern professional. We examine how