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Social Responsibility at Work

Social Responsibility at Work

Angela R. Howard 125 Episodes Apr 20, 2026

A podcast about building human-centered workplaces where companies prioritize employee experience alongside customer experience. Host Angela R. Howard explores how the future of work can be shaped so that people go home happy and create positive impact in their communities. Episodes feature experts and change makers who are developing practical solutions for more socially responsible organizations. The show offers a framework listeners can adapt to their own workplaces and community efforts.

Episodes

Cultivating Empathy at Work with Liesel Merte⁠s
Cultivating Empathy at Work with Liesel Merte⁠s Apr 20, 2026 00:32:39 In this episode, we explore the vital role of empathy in organizational success and workplace well-being. Liesel Mertes, a workplace empathy consultant and keynote speaker, shares practical strategies for democratizing empathy skills, creating human-centric workplaces, and nurturing personal and team resilience amid current societal challenges. Key topics:The science and importance of empathy in h
Embracing Transformation: From Transactional Leadership to Lasting Impact with Chris Pineda
Embracing Transformation: From Transactional Leadership to Lasting Impact with Chris Pineda Apr 6, 2026 00:49:56 In this episode, Chris Pineda shares powerful insights on authentic transformation rooted in indigenous customs, symbolism, and human connection. Discover how honoring the past, present, and future can revolutionize leadership, community work, and organizational culture.Main Topics:- The difference between change and transformation and why transformation is an emergent, human-centered process- The
Integrating Heart & Performance in the Workplace with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX
Integrating Heart & Performance in the Workplace with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX Feb 26, 2026 00:36:17 In this engaging conversation, Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, shares insights on integrating heart and performance in the workplace, fostering emotional intelligence, and creating a culture of belonging and authenticity. Discover practical strategies for leaders to cultivate empathy, trust, and human connection to drive better performance and well-being.Chapters00:00Introduction an
Play as a Strategy for Change with Jeff Harry
Play as a Strategy for Change with Jeff Harry Feb 10, 2026 00:36:28 In this conversation, Jeff Harry discusses the significance of joy and play in the workplace and social movements. He emphasizes that play is essential for creativity, psychological safety, and effective protest. The discussion also touches on the broken nature of work, generational struggles for dignity, and the need for organizations to foster a culture of joy. Jeff argues that true change requi
Generational Shifts: Redefining Workplace Wellness and Expectations
Generational Shifts: Redefining Workplace Wellness and Expectations Jul 5, 2025 00:34:33 In this conversation, ⁠Angela R. Howard⁠ and ⁠Alex Cartmill ⁠discuss the evolving landscape of workplace wellness, emphasizing the importance of integrating mental and physical health initiatives into organizational culture. They explore the current state of wellness programs, the need for sustainable practices, and the impact of generational shifts on employee expectations. The discussion highlig
Creating Healthy Workplaces: A Conversation with LEAD3ER
Creating Healthy Workplaces: A Conversation with LEAD3ER Jun 12, 2025 00:43:16 In this episode of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast, Angela Howard engages with Jenna Cohen and Leesa Hill from LEAD3ER to discuss the critical themes of workplace wellness, the role of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and the pressing issue of burnout. They explore how organizations can create healthier environments for employees, the importance of team dynamics, and the nece
Micro Moments of Service: Simple Acts with Big Impact with Shefali Trivedi
Micro Moments of Service: Simple Acts with Big Impact with Shefali Trivedi May 27, 2025 00:35:41 In this engaging conversation, Angela R. Howard and Shefali Trivedi explore the importance of philanthropy and community engagement in the workplace. They discuss how organizations can integrate giving back into their culture, the significance of micro moments of service, and the challenges faced by younger generations in volunteerism. The dialogue emphasizes the need for intergenerational support
From Retooling to Rewilding with June 'Jumakae' Kaewsith
From Retooling to Rewilding with June 'Jumakae' Kaewsith Apr 22, 2025 00:33:06 In this episode of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast, Angela R. Howard speaks with June 'Jumakae' Kaewsith (2025 Culture Impact Lab Speaker) about the importance of community building, ancestral wisdom, and the need for a shift in organizational culture. They explore the concepts of decolonization, rewilding, and the significance of creating beloved communities that prioritize conn
Navigating Mental Health in the Workplace with Anthony Sartori
Navigating Mental Health in the Workplace with Anthony Sartori Mar 21, 2025 00:41:29 In this episode of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast, Angela Howard and Anthony Sartori (Culture Impact Lab Speaker and Executive Director/Founder at Evolving Minds) discuss the critical importance of mental health in the workplace, especially in the wake of the pandemic. They explore generational differences in attitudes towards mental health, the need for supportive work environments, an
Adaptive Leadership in Times of Change with Dav Rauch and Andrea Robb
Adaptive Leadership in Times of Change with Dav Rauch and Andrea Robb Mar 7, 2025 00:49:45 In this episode of Social Responsibility at Work, I'm joined by Dav Rauch and Andrea Robb to discuss the evolving landscape of organizational culture and the importance of designing workplaces that prioritize the human experience (from the inside out and the outside in).We explore the interplay between external and internal cultural dynamics, the necessity of adapting tools and systems for mod
Workplace Allyship in Action: A Coming Out Story with Geoffrey Roche
Workplace Allyship in Action: A Coming Out Story with Geoffrey Roche Feb 21, 2025 00:26:46 In this episode of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast,Angela R. Howard and Geoffrey Roche (Director of Workforce Development (North America at Siemens Healthineers) discuss the importance of allyship, belonging and intentional equitable design in the workplace, focusing on Geoffrey's heart-felt recent personal journey of self-acceptance while coming out as a gay man and the support he r
Navigating the DEI Landscape and Anchoring on Culture with Michel Fabode
Navigating the DEI Landscape and Anchoring on Culture with Michel Fabode Feb 7, 2025 00:44:36 SUMMARY: In this episode of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast, I chat with Michel Fabode (Head of People & Culture at Next Street and Author of CULTŪRA) to discuss the current landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. We explore the tension surrounding DEI, the backlash against it, and the importance of embedding culture within organizations. The conversati

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