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Stop Being the Best Kept Secret (R)
”Stop Being the Best Kept Secret (R)” is a podcast hosted by Dr. Tana M. Session, a world renowned diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) expert. With her extensive experience as a human resources executive and strategic consultant, she provides a unique and one-of-a-kind perspective on h...
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Leading with Empathy and Self-Awareness with Dr. Ron Stotts
Tune into my conversation with Dr. Ron Stotts, an Executive Coach focused on empowering leaders and helping them reach a state of higher consciousness...

The Harm Reduction Approach to Addictions with Dee-Dee Stout
Listen in on my discussion with Dee-Dee Stout, an Author, Professor, Clinician, and Harm Reduction Expert. She has almost 40 years of experience helpi...

The Changing World of HR with Wendy Sellers
Join in on my conversation with Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady®, as we talk all things HR. Like me, Wendy is a veteran of the industry with over 25+ years...

Increasing Black Representation in STEM & Leadership with DeWayne Allen
Join me in this episode as I chat with DeWayne Allen, a Black executive working in the engineering and business space for over 25 years. We talk about...

The Fight for Black Home Ownership with Daniel Smith
Tune into today's podcast episode as I discuss the importance of boosting Black home ownership with Daniel Smith, Founder & CEO of Keepingly, a platfo...

The Importance of Coaching with Aiko Bethea
Tune into today's episode for an incredible conversation about the importance of coaching and leadership development with Aiko Bethea, founder of RARE...

Why Black History Matters with Ernest Crim III
Tune into this incredibly important conversation with Ernest Crim III, a public teacher, speaker, and advocate focusing on cultural empowerment and ed...

How to Care for Yourself Financially and Emotionally During Divorce with Alison Hall
Listen in on this insightful conversation with Alison Hall, a Divorce and Business Coach primarily working with women to help them through divorce, bo...

How White People Can Be Allies with Kim P
Tune into this incredible conversation with Kim P, a passionate Anti-Racism Educator, DEI facilitator, and disruptor. She talks about the importance r...

Why DEIB Work will Always Matter and What it Means for Everyone with Paul Ladipo
Join in on an invigorating discussion with Paul Ladipo, DEIA advocate, LinkedIn content creator, CEO of Critical Conversations Consulting, and profess...

Being a Black Woman in Corporate America with Dr. Thelá R. Thatch
Tune in as I speak with Dr. Thelá R. Thatch, an HR strategist and Equity instigator, about the state of DEIB in the workplace today. So many DEI profe...

Discussing the Franchising Business with Anna Brambilla
Tune in for today's episode as I talk with career ownership coach Anna Brambilla about how people can get help in their career transitions and explore...

The State of Civil Rights in America Today: Part 2 with Joan Trumpauer Mulholland & Loki Mulholland
Please tune into part 2 of my interview with Joan Trumpauer Mulholland & Loki Mulholland. We discuss how things have changed from the 60s to now, how...

The State of Civil Rights in America Today: Part 1 with Joan Trumpauer Mulholland & Loki Mulholland
As we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in January & Black History Month in February, I couldn't think of a better way to observe them than by...

Finding Intention in Your Work with Nicole Durio
Listen in to my conversation with Nicole Michelle Durio, CPA, who has more than 25 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, advisory se...

How to Evolve as a Leader with Tiffany Houser
Join in on my discussion with Tiffany as we talk about imposter syndrome, knowing your worth and value, and how the leadership landscape is shifting. ...

Building a Professional Network with Beth Hilbing & Dianne Gubin
Today we have two special guests, Beth Hilbing and Dianne Gubin, the founders of C-Sweet, the premier global community for female executives. They hav...

How to Navigate the Changing Workforce and Elevate Your Leadership with Sabine Gedeon
Join me as I chat with Sabine Gedeon, Executive Career & Leadership Strategist for Women & Emerging Leaders, about the shifting workforce as we emerge...

How to Become the Best Leader You Can Be with Ulrike Seminati
Welcome to season 3 of Stop Being the Best Kept Secret (R)!
On today's episode, I chat with Ulrike Seminati, a communication and leadership exp...

Advancing Female Leaders with Michelle Harris
It is crucial to help support female leaders on their road to success. Join in as we speak with Michelle Harris, Founder & CEO of Bosstrack, a company...

How to Own Your Power in the Workplace with Lisa L. Baker
As a professional women, we can struggle to unlock our full potential, embrace our talent and advance in the workplace. Listen in as Lisa L. Baker, fo...

The Other Side of Justice with Danae Shell
In this episode we are learning about perspectives of DEIB on an international scale in Scotland. Tune in to Danae Shell, Co-Founder & CEO of Valla, a...

Existing as a Women in the Tech Space with Elena Elkina
It can be challenging to balance being a woman in tech and being a mother. Tune in to Elena Elkina, Co-Founder & Partner at Aleada Consulting, a certi...

Religion as an Aspect of DEIB with Rahimeh Ramezany
Religion is a much less-discussed aspect of DEIB, however it is just as important to discuss it as it is ties into discussions of race, gender and int...

Why Personal Branding is Important with Chellie Phillips
It is important to understand the significance of creating your own personal brand and how this connects to your success in the workplace. Tune in as...

Recruiter Do’s & Don’ts During the Great Reshuffle with Luke Doubler
Is 'diverse' hiring still a priority? Do recruiters need to look proactively? Listen in as Luke Doubler, Founder & President of RecruiterCentral, shar...

Post-Overturn of Roe v Wade & How to Have a 10-Hour Work Week with Veronica Kirin, Serial Entrepreneur & Empire-building Coach
Hear directly from Veronica Kirin, Serial Entrepreneur & Empire-building Coach! As one of the first women in tech, Veronica Kirin's path was not easy....

Diversity after SCOTUS Overturns Roe v Wade with Kellie Wagner, Founder& CEO of Collective – A DEI Lab
With the recent SCOTUS ruling, Dr. Tana M. Session sat down with Founder & CEO of Collective – A DEI Lab, Kellie Wagner, to discuss what comes after t...

”Engineers Can Coach!” with Lindsay Gordon
Bringing an Engineering brain to the question "how do we make our career a good fit for us", Lindsay Gordon shares secrets on how to make your next ca...

Talking Shop with D&I Strategist, Dr. Akilah Cadet
What is the future of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)? In this episode, Dr. Cadet and Dr. Session discuss some of the common anecdotes seen in the...

Grow Your Career with Michelle Diamond
For whatever reason, your current strategy for your personal or career development isn't working! Listen in on how Founder & CEO, Michelle Diamond, of...

My Interview With the Happiness Strategist
We are facing unprecedented times and events will impact each of us differently. Learn the strategies we ALL need to practice daily to help us tap int...


6 Basic Fears
Breaking down the 6 basic fears as described by Napolean Hill in "Think & Grow Rich"



At the end of the day...we are ALL women just trying to succeed
I share my experience in Corporate America when viewed as a "threat" to my non-Latino white female counterparts.



Top 5 Lessons Learned Since 2020 - The Birthday Edition
In honor of my Feb. 18, 2022 birthday tradition, I am sharing my Top 5 Lessons Learned since the pandemic of 2020.