Episode 07-2023: Exploring the Impact of Code-Switching and the Workplace

Episode #7 has blown doors open for me, in more ways than I probably express here without writing an essay. LOL

One of the most critical reasons for launching the #ConvergingConversations podcast was to explore topics that are compelling, intriguing and to give space and voice to the stories of others. Story is how we make sense of ourselves in the world, our communities and more…

In this episode, we dig into the concept of #CodeSwitching, and how people are impacted by it.

We explore it through the spaces we occupy: Work, The Military, The Church, and so much more. (Whew!! This was RICH!!)

Our Episode Panel? Well, I'll let their intros speak for them:

Turiya Gray - Turiya is a Human Resources executive with upwards of 20 years’ experience, currently serving as Chief People Officer at Chicago-based tech company, Jellyvision. She is also the co-host of the HR un-confidential podcast.

Antoinette Bunkley - Turiya has spent the last 15 years developing her skills and taking on new experiences in strategic communications and change management for Fortune 500 companies, tech startups and non-profit organizations. Through these experiences, she has honed her craft as a storyteller, cultural curator and trusted advisor to senior leaders.

Dr. L. Lynette Brown - Dr. Brown serves as a consultant, coach, motivational speaker, workshop speaker, and mentor to many. Professionally, Lynette has made an over 30-year impact in the areas of banking, finance, HR, and learning and development. Her passion for empowering others is grounded through her upbringing as a PK, her service in ministry, and her life and career experiences. Lynette earned a doctoral degree in Strategic Leadership from Southeastern University. Her doctoral focus centered on crisis leadership and creating strategies to Reflect, RE-position and RE-present during critical times.

Oshawn Jefferson - Oshawn, is the Chief Vision Officer for Deal Solutions Group, LLC., has more than 10 years of experience as a champion for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). He has provided vision, strategy, and operational execution to fortune 500 companies, the department of defense, academia, non-profits, and community organizations with diversity missions, culture, and goals. He also served over 22 years in the U.S. Air Force.