Michelle's Seat at the Table

In this episode of Michelle’s Seat at the Table , I sit down with Dr. Charlotte Jones-Burton —physician-scientist, healthcare executive, venture capital partner, and Founder & President of OneWeReach , a global organization empowering diverse leaders to transform the future of life sciences. Charlotte and I talk about leadership, belonging, authenticity, and the courage to use your voice. She...

In this episode of  Michelle’s Seat at the Table , I sit down with  Azure Antoinette  — commissioned poet, TED Speaker, entrepreneur, actress, technology founder, and CEO of SymbAIo. Azure and I talk about purpose, leadership, resilience, and the courage to leave behind a successful corporate career to pursue the work she knew she was called to do. She shares the powerful story of how one spoken w...

In this episode of Michelle’s Seat at the Table, I sit down with Helene Lerner — entrepreneur, Emmy Award-winning executive producer, speaker, workplace consultant, author, and founder of the WomenWorking brand. Helene and I talk about confidence, courage, and what it truly means to live richly beyond financial success. She shares the remarkable story of leaving a successful corporate career to fo...

Season 2 of Michelle’s Seat at the Table is here. This season is all about honest conversations around leadership, growth, community, and the moments that shape us. I’m returning with powerful stories and meaningful conversations about what it really means to lead — not just from a title or position, but from the heart. Throughout Season 2, my guests and I explore the realities of stepping into ne...

In this episode of Michelle’s Seat at the Table, I sit down with Julie Dinkins, MBA — a healthcare leader, leadership strategist, mentor, and author of The Company Compass: Workplace Truths and Realities You’re Never Told. Julie and I talk about the unspoken rules of the workplace, the importance of career visibility, and why performance alone is not always enough. She shares how being a proud mil...

EP 10 - Season One Finale and Recap, Lessons on Belonging and Leadership Get ready for a powerful recap of season one of Michelle Radney’s podcast, where she shares pivotal insights about readiness, authenticity, courage, and the power of community at the table. Whether you've listened to all episodes or are just catching up, this summary distills key lessons to elevate your leadership journey. Ke...

Join me for this week for PART 2 featuring Marsha Speed, Vice President of Sales at Fisher Scientific Industrial segment directly negotiating contracts and driving strategic initiatives.   In this episode, we explore effective negotiation techniques with a focus on salary discussions, career growth, and financial literacy. Whether you're negotiating a job offer, a raise, or discussing investments,...

Join me for this week’s episode (part 1) featuring Marsha Speed, Vice President of Sales at Fisher Scientific Industrial segment directly negotiating contracts and driving strategic initiatives.   The conversation explores the art of negotiation and financial literacy, highlighting the challenges and strategies for successful negotiation. It also delves into the gender differences in negotiation a...

Join me for this week’s episode featuring Kimberly Hairston-Hicks, an award-winning marketing executive and the current Chief Marketing Officer at Gold Bond. Kimberly shares her inspiring journey through the beauty industry, the importance of mentorship, and her efforts to empower women of color through beauty and wellness. Discover her career insights, mentorship stories, and tips for building me...

The conversation explores the importance of mentorship and sponsorship in career growth, highlighting the impact of sponsorship, peer mentorship, and the role of mentorship as a career GPS. It also addresses the uneven access to mentorship and sponsorship, the timing for seeking mentorship and sponsorship, and provides tips for building strong connections with mentors and sponsors. Takeaways Impor...

Join me for this week's episode, featuring Suezette Yasmin Robotham , visionary tech executive, speaker, coach, thought leader and author of Beyond Titles: Fearlessly Leading as Your Authentic Self. Suzette shares her experiences in writing her book 'Beyond Titles' and the challenges she faced along the way. The discussion also delves into the impact of workplace culture on mental health and the s...

Join me for this week's episode, featuring Michael O’Brien , Executive Coach, Meditation Teacher, Speaker, Avid Cyclist, and Best-selling Author of “Shift: Creating Better Tomorrows”; “My Last Bad Day”, as well as co-author of “The 5 Levels of Male Allyship”. In our discussion, we explore resilience, leadership, personal growth, and the importance of fostering inclusive environments at work and at...

Join me for an inspiring conversation with competitive chef, author, instructor and business owner Angie Shaghaghi! She opens up about her personal journey and the founding of her company Creative Cooks, and writing her first cookbook, Join my Table. Chef Angie shares her exciting experiences in the culinary world, including competing on the Food Network and being judged by Gordon Ramsay. She also...

Authenticity in leadership is a journey of self-discovery and courage. It involves unmasking and embracing one's true self, leading to trust, connection, and psychological safety in the workplace. Michelle Radney shares her personal journey of authenticity and its impact on her leadership. Takeaways Authenticity builds trust and connections Authenticity strengthens relationships and creates psycho...

Michelle Radney shares her journey to leadership, emphasizing the importance of timing, preparation, and the impact of leadership on culture and people. She discusses the challenges, transformation, and the role of guidance and mentorship in leadership, inviting others to join the conversation at the table. Takeaways Timing is key Preparation is important People are watching Leadership is about bu...

There is a seat here for you.  Michelle’s Seat at the Table is a podcast about leadership , community and the conversations that shape us. This is a space for those navigating the complexities of leading teams and building communities. Leadership isn't just about titles and boardrooms; it’s about the heart, the hurdles, and the people we bring along with us.  No matter where you are in your leader...