Workplace Theater

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May 2025

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Workplace Theater is a podcast exploring the joy, the pain, the comedy and the tragedy of life in the workplace.

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May 30, 202546 min

Mayor Nathaniel Booker - Mental Health, Connection & Impact

🎭 The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series – Ep. 1: Mayor Nathaniel BookerTopic: Mental Health, Connection & ImpactWhat’s keeping people—especially young people—from feeling connected today?In this episode of *The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series* from the Workplace Theater Podcast, SBE Media Consulting’s Michelle Padula, along with host Julius tMT Spates sits down with sits down with Mayor Nathaniel Booker of Maywood, IL to explore how mental health, leadership, and emotional well-being intersect—and why those conversations matter more than ever.💬 In this episode:✔️ What disconnection looks like across generations✔️ A personal story about leadership and being seen✔️ Why creating emotionally safe spaces is a leadership responsibilityWhether you're in public service or passionate about community care, Mayor Booker's perspective offers insight on leading with empathy, presence, and purpose.📬 Connect with Mayor Bookerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanielbooker/🔔 Subscribe for more interviews:https://www.youtube.com/@workplacetheater🎧 Listen on your favorite platform:Apple | Spotify | Google💌 Join our email list for new drops + leadership insights:https://points.typeform.com/Lggex🌐 Learn more:[GrowExponential.com](https://www.growexponential.com/)

April 11, 202524 min

Rich Diaz - Building Great Teams in a Changing World

🎭 The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series – Ep. 3: Rich DiazTopic: Building Great Teams in a Changing WorldWhat does it take to build teams people love to be part of?In the premiere episode of The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series from the Workplace Theater Podcast, Grow Exponential’s Chief Connector Chris Thomas sits down with Rich Diaz to explore the evolving world of leadership—and how to keep teams engaged, aligned, and inspired to thrive.💬 In this episode:✔️ The value of Trust✔️ Being Authentic ✔️ Taking care of YourselfWhether you’re leading a team or dreaming of building one, Kimberly’s insights will help you lead with clarity, humanity, and purpose.📬 Connect with Rich Diaz:https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiaz/🔔 Subscribe for more interviews:https://www.youtube.com/@workplacetheater🎧 Listen on your favorite platform:Apple | Spotify | Google💌 Join our email list for new drops + leadership insights:https://points.typeform.com/Lggex🌐 Learn more:GrowExponential.com

April 4, 202530 min

Sarah Glavin - Building Great Teams in a Changing World

🎭 The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series – Ep. 2: Sarah GlavinTopic: Building Great Teams in a Changing WorldWhat does it take to build teams people love to be part of?In the premiere episode of The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series from the Workplace Theater Podcast, Grow Exponential’s Chief Connector Chris Thomas sits down with Sarah Glavin to explore the evolving world of leadership—and how to keep teams engaged, aligned, and inspired to thrive.💬 In this episode:✔️ Competing Priorities✔️ Considering Stakeholders✔️ The benefits of check-insWhether you’re leading a team or dreaming of building one, Kimberly’s insights will help you lead with clarity, humanity, and purpose.📬 Connect with Sarah Glavin: / sarah-glavin 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews: / @workplacetheater 🎧 Listen on your favorite platform:Apple | Spotify | Google💌 Join our email list for new drops + leadership insights:https://points.typeform.com/Lggex🌐 Learn more:GrowExponential.com

March 28, 2025Episode 111 min

Kimberly Hall - Building Great Teams in a Changing World

🎭 The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series – Ep. 1: Kimberly HallTopic: Building Great Teams in a Changing WorldWhat does it take to build teams people love to be part of?In the premiere episode of The Leadership Perspectives Interview Series from the Workplace Theater Podcast, Grow Exponential’s Chief Connector Chris Thomas sits down with Kimberly Hall to explore the evolving world of leadership—and how to keep teams engaged, aligned, and inspired to thrive.💬 In this episode:✔️ How to keep teams engaged in 2025✔️ Leadership trends that actually matter✔️ The mindset shifts reshaping great workplacesWhether you’re leading a team or dreaming of building one, Kimberly’s insights will help you lead with clarity, humanity, and purpose.📬 Connect with Kimberly Hall:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyh...🔔 Subscribe for more interviews:https://www.youtube.com/@workplacethe...🎧 Listen on your favorite platform:Apple | Spotify | Google💌 Join our email list for new drops + leadership insights:https://points.typeform.com/Lggex🌐 Learn more:GrowExponential.com

March 20, 20241 hr 23 min

Work Culture - Volcue Walters

Welcome to another powerful episode of Workplace Theater (WPT)! In this episode, our guest Voc Walters explores the impact of a positive work culture, and the role transparency plays in the process. Our hosts Chris, Michelle, Joe, and Julius, share their insights while offering practical advice on navigating workplace culture.

February 14, 20241 hr 4 min

Mental Wellness - Yara Artis

Welcome to another powerful episode of Workplace Theater (WPT)! In this episode, our guest Yara Artis explores her unique perspective on mental health in the workplace and ways to address the stigmas that surround it. Our hosts Chris, Michelle, Joe, and Julius, share their insights while offering practical advice on navigating workplace culture.

February 14, 2024Episode 81 hr 19 min

Social Media - Salvatore Camarda

Welcome to another powerful episode of Workplace Theater (WPT)! In this episode, our guest Sal Camarda explores the impact of Social Media on Workplace Culture and whether Social media is an overall net positive or net negative. Our hosts Chris, Michelle, Joe, and Julius, share their insights while offering practical advice on navigating workplace culture.

February 13, 2024Episode 71 hr 11 min

Generational Leadership - Jade Hutchinson

Welcome to another captivating episode of Workplace Theater (WPT)! In this episode, our guest Jade Hutchinson explores generational leadership and the advantages of building teams with a human-centered approach. Our hosts Chris, Michelle, Joe, and Julius, share their insights and experiences while offering practical advice on navigating workplace culture.

February 13, 2024Episode 61 hr 9 min

Privacy vs Security - Jeff Cole

Welcome to another insightful episode of Workplace Theater (WPT)! In this episode, our guest Jeff Cole explores the impact and the fine line between security, privacy, and the fear of surveillance in the workplace. Our hosts Chris, Michelle, Joe, and Julius, share their insights while offering practical advice on navigating workplace culture.

February 13, 2024Episode 51 hr 23 min

Breaking Through The Status Quo In Hiring Practices - Shelly McAdoo

Welcome back to the Workplace Theater podcast! In this episode, our guest Shelly McAdoo explores the future of diversity in the workplace and underutilized metrics to consider. Our hosts Chris, Michelle, Joe, and Julius, share their insights while offering practical advice on navigating workplace culture.