The Diversity Dude Podcast

Is It Offensive to Offer Help

Offering help is generally a good thing…but sometimes it might not come across the way you hope. There are times when the assumption of someone needing help could be unwelcomed or even offensive. Listen in to hear all about it.

Appreciating Cultural History

Recently, libraries have come under target for government cuts, among many other public resources being targeted. In this episode, Lamber’s talks about how beneficial it is to learn about both your own and other’s cultural history, and how libraries are an excellent resource in this endeavor.

Honoring Women’s History Month Everyday

March is Women’s History Month—a time to intentionally acknowledge and celebrate the contributions and progress made by women throughout history. In this episode, Lambers discusses several recommendations on how to do just that. Listen in to hear all about it.

The Case for Joining Consumer Boycotts

In recent months, with the cancellation of DEI initiatives, many have been wrestled with whether to participate or not in consumer boycotts. In this episode Lambers digs into the decision-making process behind these two perspectives.

How to Respond When Others are “Too” Culturally Sensitive

Lamber’s has been hearing a lot recently, “Why is everyone so sensitive?” His response to this question is unpacked in this episode. Listen in to hear all about it.

Cultural Awareness Vs. Cultural Ignorance

As Black History Month draws to a close, Lambers looks back at the month while also looking ahead at the next “Awareness Month” and wonders about the recent initiatives to end cultural awareness in favor of cultural ignorance. There’s lots to unpack within this topic, so listen in to hear all about it.

What Part of DEI Don’t You Like

If you oppose DEI, what part of it specifically don’t you like? When speaking out against DEI, use the full title. You don’t like Diversity? You don’t like Equity? You don’t like Inclusion? When you break down the acronym, you must think specifically about each of these words, and you might find that it’s the acronym and not what it stands for. Listen in to hear Lambers unpack all this further.

The Dangers of Executive Bias

Recently, President Trump blamed a plane crash that claimed multiple lives on DEI. When asked for clarification from the reporter, the POTUS simply said, “…because it’s common sense,” a clear indicator of bias from the speaker. Listen in to hear Lamber’s perspective on these biases and how they might affect executive decision-making over the next four years.

DEI is About Special Treatment

As the recent wave of elimination of DEI programs continues, the reasoning has often been that DEI creates exclusivity through special treatment. In this episode, Lamber’s talks about how DEI is about special treatment—for everybody. Diversity, equity, and inclusion…for all. Listen in to hear all about it.

Presidential Hopes and Fears

Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States yesterday. In this episode Lambers talks about potential hopes and fears regarding the next four years.