You Must Be Woking

What is the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation? In this episode of You Must Be Woking , Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards explore this nuanced topic, particularly in the context of increasingly diverse workplaces. They begin by defining cultural appropriation as the act of taking or using elements from a culture, often without permission or understanding, in a way that...

What challenges do organisations face when attempting to integrate inclusive language into their communication practices?  In this episode of You Must Be Woking , hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards explore these intricate dynamics, focusing on the difficulties and apprehensions organisations encounter. A key part of their discussion is the British Red Cross's controversial Inclusive Language Guid...

What are the implications of Donald Trump's return for workplace dynamics? In this bonus episode of You Must Be Woking , hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve into recent news stories, examining them through the lens of equity, inclusion and diversity. They focus particularly on Donald Trump's return to the political stage and discuss how this development might influence workplace dynamics acr...

What is the impact of unconscious bias in the workplace? In this episode of You Must Be Woking , hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards delve deeply into the intricate and multifaceted issue of unconscious bias in the workplace. Over the course of the discussion, they unravel the layers of how unconscious bias subtly yet significantly influences various aspects of professional environments. They also...

In this episode of You Must Be Woking , hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards take a comprehensive look at the intricate issue of workplace banter , a subject that has generated significant discussion and controversy in recent years. They start by exploring the dual nature of banter in professional environments: on the one hand, it can be a powerful tool for fostering camaraderie and enhancing team...

In the inaugural episode of You Must Be Woking , Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards take the opportunity to introduce themselves to their audience, providing a glimpse into their backgrounds and the experiences that have shaped their perspectives on diversity and inclusion (EDI). Dawn , with her extensive experience as an inclusion and culture professional, along with Craig , a seasoned culture, organi...

In this thought-provoking episode of the widely acclaimed podcast You Must Be Woking , hosts Dawn Hurst and Craig Richards embark on an in-depth exploration of the pressing issue of age discrimination in the workplace.  This topic is becoming increasingly relevant and significant in today's diverse and ever-evolving professional environments. The hosts begin their insightful discussion by examinin...