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I Know I Belong When...

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Bold voices. Curious stories. Authentic Impact.What does it really mean to belong?Not just to be invited... To be seen. Heard. Needed."I Know I Belong When…" is more than a podcast; it’s a movement. A mirror. A megaphone. It’s where raw truth meets radical hope.Each episode brings you unfiltered conversations with people who’ve wrestled with the question of belonging in the spaces that shape our lives: workplaces, schools, communities, and digital worlds. From the boardroom to the breakroom, from

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33:30

Joy as protest: How leaders create community & safety...

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2026/02/09

Joy is not a distraction from the work of inclusion; joy is the work. In this energizing conversation, Vernon Wall invites leaders to treat joy as protest, community as strategy, and belonging as a practice. From his decades shaping inclusive culture in higher education to real‑time lessons from Semester at Sea, Vernon offers language for belonging that is honest and actionable. Listeners will hear how authentic leadership transforms people’s experience, why storytelling powers human‑centered...

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40:44

Build psychological safety: Humor, trust, and...

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2026/02/02

What if creating belonging in the workplace begins with a laugh—and a promise to learn your name the way you say it? In this episode of I Know I Belong When, Global Head of HR Chris Courneen joins host Christopher Bylone to translate a first-person story into a leadership practice. From stagecraft to strategy, Chris shows how humor, trust, and authentic leadership unlock voice and performance in an inclusive culture. He reveals how learning every name signals dignity, why ‘I know I belong whe...

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36:34

Feedback that feels like care: The feedback playbook...

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2026/01/26

What if feedback felt like care—clear enough to guide, kind enough to grow, and courageous enough to build a sense of belonging at work? In this episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone welcomes Ama Agyapong—the “feedback guru” and “that inclusion lady”—to turn buzzwords into behavior and inclusive culture into daily practice. Through lived experience as an athlete, facilitator, and executive coach, Ama shows how authentic leadership recognizes names, honors stories, and uses ...

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34:20

The pebble that builds trust: Ripple-Effect...

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2026/01/19

When do we feel workplace belonging? When a leader chooses a tiny, intentional moment—offering presence, saying your name with care, cleaning up a misstep—and lets trust ripple through a team. In this episode, host Christopher Bylone sits down with Chris Rollins, creator of Ripple Effect Leadership, to explore how small acts of authentic leadership build an inclusive culture where no one must self-edit. Chris brings the 'pebble' metaphor to life, showing how micro-actions transfer energy and ...

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33:23

Listening that lifts teams: Inclusive leadership in...

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2026/01/12

What does it truly mean to feel seen, heard, and valued at work? In today’s world of rapid change, remote teams, and evolving expectations, the need for belonging in the workplace has never been more urgent—or more complex. In this episode of “I Know I Belong When…,” inclusive leadership expert Simone Morris invites listeners into a deeply personal and practical conversation about building belonging at work, one authentic interaction at a time. Simone’s journey—from searching for her name on ...

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21:33

Radical inclusion: Turning values into action — a...

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2026/01/05

What does it take to move from intention to action—and truly build belonging in any environment? Season 1 of “I Know I Belong When…” proved that belonging is not just a feeling; it is the outcome of radical inclusion, authentic leadership, and everyday choices that shape an inclusive culture. Hosted by Christopher Bylone, Principal Strategist at Innovation Unbiased, this special episode revisits the bold voices and transformative stories that defined our first season. Through first-person nar...

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36:14

Your Voice Matters: Inclusive Leadership in Action...

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2025/12/29

What does it truly mean to belong at work—and how do leaders move from intention to impact? In this episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone welcomes expert Julie Kratz to explore building belonging beyond buzzwords. Having navigated male-dominated industries and experienced being “the only one in the room,” Julie shares how exclusion and allies shaped her mission to foster cultures of belonging. Her work with Next Pivot Point guides leaders from performative statements to aut...

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00:35:12

Scaling with Soul: Culture as the Foundation with...

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2025/12/22

What does it really mean to create belonging in the workplace—and how do you build it at scale, without losing your soul?In this episode of I Know I Belong When, we welcome Christina Luconi, former Chief People Officer at Rapid7 and a trailblazer in people strategy, for a conversation that redefines what it means to lead with authenticity, build inclusive cultures, and champion human-centered innovation. Christina’s story is a masterclass in building belonging at work, especially for those who have

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00:35:13

Curiosity Over Certainty: Authentic Leadership &...

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2025/12/15

What if the fastest path to belonging in the workplace is replacing certainty with curiosity? In this episode of I Know I Belong When, executive coach and longtime DEI/IDEA leader Nancy J. Di Dia invites us into the moments that shaped her leadership—when she stood up in a global town hall, when clinical trial data met human reality, and when a listening culture turned inclusive culture from aspiration into practice. Designed for workplace leaders, HR, DEI teams, and managers, this conversation

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00:37:49

Allyship is a verb: data driven inclusion that...

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2025/12/08

In this energizing episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone and Dr. Victoria Mattingly explore how allyship as a verb turns data-informed people solutions into transformational change. Together, they unpack strategic inclusion, inclusive design, and the Belonging Formula—equity plus diversity, multiplied by inclusion to the power of accessibility—to help forward-thinking organizations build an inclusive culture where diversity sparks innovation and workplace belonging is sustained

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00:35:20

Knife skills & life skills: building community...

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2025/12/01

Discover how organizations can transform lives through human-centered innovation and inclusive practices in "I Know I Belong When.” Host Christopher Bylone welcomes Chason Forehand, founder of HR4U and Transformation Kitchen, for an inspiring talk on building belonging at work and beyond.Chason shares his journey from abuse, addiction, and homelessness to creating transformational change. Transformation Kitchen offers second chances, mentorship, and authentic leadership—empowering marginalized

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00:33:41

Business case for fairness: strategy over sentiment...

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2025/11/24

Discover why fairness is not just a value: it is a strategic advantage. In this episode of “I Know I Belong When,” host Christopher Bylone sits down with Aniela Unguresan, founder of the EDGE Certified Foundation and CEO of EDGE Strategy, to explore how data-driven inclusion transforms organizations and lives.OverviewWhat does it truly mean to belong—and how can fairness become a business imperative? Aniela Unguresan shares her journey from international trade to pioneering the world’s leading

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00:40:19

Kindness is a strategy: practicing the platinum rule...

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2025/11/17

OverviewIn this powerful episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone welcomes culture visionary and kindness catalyst Marissa Andrada—a transformative leader whose career spans iconic brands like Chipotle, Starbucks, and Kate Spade. Now serving as Chief Culture Officer at WUF World, Marissa is redefining leadership by centering equity, inclusion, and belonging as daily practices—not distant goals.“Kindness is a Strategy” is more than a conversation—it is a masterclass in values-driven

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00:38:14

Unedited identity: your name, story, & voice matter...

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2025/11/10

In this compelling episode of “I Know I Belong When,” host Christopher Bylone welcomes John Ferguson, a strategic business executive, former Chief Human Resources Officer at NASCAR, and recognized leader in people strategy and inclusive culture. Together, they delve deeply into the power of unedited identity, exploring how your name, your story, and your authentic voice shape your sense of belonging at work and in life.This episode is more than a conversation—it’s a movement. John Ferguson shares

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00:40:52

Unapologetic humor, energy, & authenticity with...

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2025/11/03

In this debut, hostChristopher BylonewelcomesBrooklyn Dicent, transformational speaker, comedian, and workplace happiness expert, whose work combines positive psychology, neuroscience, and energy leadership into a mix of science, soul, and laughter. They discuss what true belonging looks like when you show up as your authentic self. Brooklyn shares her journey of changing her name and embracing her identity, while introducing thePositive Energy Effectand her Main Character Energy movement. This

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00:01:05

Authenticity in Action: Balancing Roles Without...

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2025/11/02

#IKnowIBelongWhen Authenticity is not one-dimensional—it is dynamic.In this clip from an upcoming episode of the “I Know I Belong When…” podcast, John shares what belonging means to him:“I know I belong when I can show up as my authentic self. But let me be clear—your authentic self has various versions. John as a dad, John as a fraternity brother, John as a co-worker… different hats, same essence.”His message is a reminder: authenticity does not mean being the same in every setting—it means never

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00:01:04

Owning My Name: A Journey of Identity, Culture, and...

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2025/11/01

#IKnowIBelongWhen Your name tells a story—own it proudly.In this clip of an upcoming episode of the “I Know I Belong When…” podcast, Marissa Andrada shares why her name is more than just letters:“My full name is Marissa Jane Andrada… Marissa is very much a Spanish Filipino name. Jane represents Joan of Arc, which I grew up Catholic. Andrada is my dad’s name. Even when I got married, I kept my last name because I am so proud of who I am and where I came from.”Her story reminds us that names carry

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00:01:01

Smart is not the flex: why curiosity and belonging...

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2025/10/31

#IKnowIBelongWhen Smart is not the flex; belonging is the flexBeing the smartest in the room is an ego flex. It signals control, not collaboration.Being the catalyst in the room? That is the leadership flex that actually moves the needle.Nancy Di Dia nails it in this clip: leadership is not about showcasing what you know; it is about creating space for what others can contribute.Curiosity creates belonging. When leaders ask “What else could we do?” or “How will we get there?” instead of “Why did you

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00:00:58

Privilege is not a dirty word—it is a powerful tool...

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2025/10/30

#IKnowIBelongWhen Privilege is not a dirty word—it is a powerful tool for change.In this clip from an upcoming episode of the “I Know I Belong When…” podcast, Dr. V reminds us:“People believe the P-word is a big, bad word and something to be ashamed of. But in reality, if you hold a privileged identity, you can promote inclusion and belonging through your actions as an ally. This must be in partnership with the individual or group you're trying to serve.”Christopher Bylone adds:“Yeah, that’s really

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00:00:51

Breaking Out of the Shadow: From Fed’s Kid to...

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2025/10/29

#IKnowIBelongWhen Breaking Out of the Shadow to Build Your Own LightWhen you’re starting out, it’s easy to feel defined by someone else’s legacy—especially in tight-knit ecosystems. In this powerful moment from the I Know I Belong When podcast (episode 8), Christina Luconi shares what it felt like to be known as “Fred’s kid” in the Boston tech scene and her determination to carve her own path:“I wanted to build my own name… I don’t wanna be known as his kid as much as I respect him.”Years later, the

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