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Bias Check-In

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What biases do we carry in our daily lives, classrooms, and careers? A podcast hosted by IO psychologists and international students Susana Gómez Ornelas & Claudia Della Pona.

Episodes

Holiday Gift List: Performance Review Edition

It's officially the holliest jolliest time... performance review season! Join us as we explore how our #lovelanguages (the O.G. 5 and beyond) relate to corporate feedback, why performance management is the way to go, and more. Let's Check-In!

Dec 06, 202123 minEp. 54

Thanks(giving) For The Memo

It’s officially Turkey week in the US , and the opening of the holiday party season! Join us for a quick class of office party do’s and don’ts - some might surprise you! Let’s Check-In!

Nov 22, 202131 minEp. 53

"Early November" & the EU travel ban feat. @BringUsHome

Join us this week as we chat with @BringUsHome's creators, Bruna, Francesca and Federica about the now lifted #EuropeanTravelBan, its unintended consequences, community building efforts for foreign professionals, Las Vegas and more! Let's Check-In!

Nov 15, 202141 minEp. 52

Skilling Up & Skipping Down Memory Lane

We met up with friends close and far last week, took a trip down memory lane and counted all the things that have changed since - careers, skills and more. Tag along as we channel our inner Paul Rudd and think: look at us now! Who would have thought? Let's Check-In!

Nov 08, 202129 minEp. 51

Are You Shy Or Introverted?

Do you think that being a shy extrovert is an oxymoron? Join us this week as we fall into some research about introversion and it's interchangeable terms. Let's Check-In!

Nov 01, 202136 minEp. 50

Two Hearts, One Desk feat. Mr. Sam Jeremenko

What happens when you put a loudmouth high school teacher and his significant other in the same room for 20 months? In Claudia and Sam's case, they elope! Join us as we revisit the highs and lows of WFH, sharing spaces, job crafting and teaching post-pandemic. Let's Check-In!

Oct 25, 202138 minEp. 49

Falling Forward

Where did fall go already? Do you know what you are doing for NYE yet? While it's relatable to want to be in a rush to be done with 2021 already - let's not fast forward ourselves into burnout. Let's Check-In!

Oct 18, 202131 minEp. 48

Midterm Evaluations feat. Nicholas Baldwin

Would you go back to college or grad school? What if you were the teacher? On the mic with us is Nic Baldwin, program director, podcaster & movie aficionado - to give Claudia teaching tips and to make #IOPsych more accessible, little by little. Let's Check-In!

Oct 11, 202145 minEp. 47

Creeping It Real

It's officially the spookiest season of all! Join us as we ring in Halloween-month, reminisce on our favorite costumes, before breaking down #SundayScaries and how to avoid them. Let's Check-In!

Oct 04, 202128 minEp. 46

Well That's A First (Year)

Hey everyone, we recorded a little something of a season recap for our first trip around the sun! From the very start to today, it’s been a long and busy 12 months. Let’s Check-In!

Sep 28, 202128 min

The Future Of Work feat. Dr. Eric Sydell

Join us this week as we explore our final #SmarterWorkplace trend; the changing nature of work and as we answer the most important question of all, what is the future of work? with Eric Sydell, PhD. Let's Check-In!

Sep 27, 202132 minEp. 45

“The I In Team” feat. Dr. Gordon Curphy

We continue the #SmarterWorkplace series with a fundamental #WFH question: what makes a good team? How do we contribute to it? Joining us this week to answer this and more, Gordon Curphy, PhD. Let’s Check-In!

Sep 20, 202127 minEp. 44

Strategic Sam & Skilling For The Future feat. Dr. Stacey Boyle

Join us this week as we explore #SmarterWorkplace's #10 Trend; virtual learning. In the episode we are talking about skilling, strategic thinking, and more with author and Learning & Development expert for #SIOP, Stacey Boyle, PhD. Let's Check-In!

Sep 13, 202128 minEp. 43

What is SWAM? feat. Dr. Jaclyn Jensen

SIOP goes on the air for Smarter Workplace Awareness Month! Join us this week on the mic with Dr. Jaclyn Jensen, Dean of Student Success and SIOP Visibility and Media sub-committee member to discuss SWAM, 2021 Workplace trends, and more as we enter fall, Let's Check-In!

Sep 06, 202134 minEp. 42

Mind Your Expectations

Last week was a rollercoaster of the good, the ugly, and the exciting - join us as we discuss how to manage expectations, rebounce from not-so-micro aggressions, and get a sneak peek of what we have in store for September 👀, Let’s Check-In!

Aug 30, 202136 minEp. 41

Employer Health Mandates

Can I be fired if I don’t want the vaccine? Can I stay home forever? Is it a matter of individual freedoms or employer rights? Join us this week as we look at what companies already require proof of vaccination, and which ones don’t - and exactly how do personal choice, public safety and the workplace intersect with getting back to the office. Let’s Check-In!

Aug 23, 202120 minEp. 40

Brave New Hybrid World

Are you team #BackToNormal or #WFHForLife? As workers return to the office (or not), join us this week as we debate which option is better for whom, and how to avoid the commute culture shock. Let’s Check-In!

Aug 16, 202129 minEp. 39

Tilting The Scales

Welcome back from summer break, and straight onto a little 2021 Q3 check-in! Join us this week as we look at gender pay gaps, and just how many jobs one might have to work to tip the scales in their favor. From Black Women's Equal Pay Day on August 3rd, to slash workers and the gig economy - just what does it take to make a living? Let's Check-In!

Aug 02, 202129 minEp. 38

(Doom)Scrolling Time Away

Is your phone in your hand first thing in the morning and the last thing you see before sleep? Join us this week as we reminisce on the simpler times of T9, break down some numbers on screentime, its impact on our brains and mental health. Let's Check-In!

Jul 19, 202134 minEp. 37

Money Matters 101 - Savings feat. Susana Ornelas

Join us this week as we chat with former international student & equity analyst, now a financial expert and mom-in-charge Susana Ornelas! We break down where to start when building a personal budget, why it’s fundamental and urgent, and how to make it less scary. Let’s Check-In!

Jul 12, 202141 minEp. 36

Out Of Office... I think?

Is it possible to have FOMO... from work? Join us as we break down some office vocab and study how PTO, vacation, and wellness days fit into our work calendars. Let’s Check-In!

Jul 05, 202129 minEp. 35

The Generational Gap feat. Dr. Cooper & Dr. Lindsay

Join us this week as we chat with Drs. Colin Cooper and Preston Lindsay as we try to answer the age old question: are there age differences in the workplace and across teams? Let’s Check-In!

Jun 28, 202153 minEp. 34

Suiting Up With Pride feat. Emilio Puertas

Sugar, Salt, or Baking Soda? Join us this week as we chat with Emilio Puertas, hear of his work establishing a LGBTQ+ ERG at his workplace, Pride, labels and more. Let’s Check-In, and Happy Pride!

Jun 21, 202138 minEp. 33

More Money At The End Of Your Month

They say money can’t buy happiness, but it sure doesn’t hurt to have our finances in order and good health! This week we look back at a 1950’s program that encourages investment, and we share our experiences trying to create wealth while in the US. Let’s Check-In!

Jun 14, 202119 minEp. 32

What Is The 'Bamboo Ceiling'? feat. Alen Chao & Vin Pineda

Welcoming back our favorite return-guest Alen Chao and our new friend Vin Pineda to talk about their experiences with NAAAP, AAPI history and pride, bamboo ceilings, allyship and how it all goes well beyond AAPI Heritage Month, Let's Check-In!

Jun 07, 202136 minEp. 31

Smoke Breaks

Today is World No Tobacco Day - and we wanted to disect the social aspect of smoke breaks, including how they may affect the culture of your workplace. Let's Check-In!

May 31, 202133 minEp. 30

Mental Health Matters

May is mental health awareness month - but is it really as straightforward as it seems? In this week’s episode we wrestle with access to mental health, identity, and some common misconceptions about it all. Let’s Check-In!

May 24, 202130 minEp. 29

Run (It) Like A Girl feat. Mia Hammermann

"Whenever people say ‘women’s soccer,’ I want to correct them to say ‘soccer.’ Every girl has had their sport diminished because they’re girls.” - Alex Morgan, US Women’s National Team. This week we tackle collegiate and post-uni sport with our guest, and share our takeaways from Women’s Health Week - Let’s Check-In!

May 17, 202139 minEp. 28

We’re All Winging It, Confidently

Rome wasn’t built in one day, and neither are careers - so why do we keep expecting them to? Confidence tips, updates on imposter syndrome, and IO STEM: Let’s Check-In!

May 10, 202124 minEp. 27

"Super Extra High - Priority"

The feeling of loss of control over what to do and when to do it is enough to drive all of us over the edge, and if that doesn’t get you, the wreckage of unfinished tasks will surely catch up. Join us for this episode on setting your priorities and learning how to say no before you burnout. Lets Check-In!

May 03, 202127 minEp. 26