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The Paul Spradley Show

The Paul Spradley Show

By Dr. Paul David Spradley

Let's face it, given our social and political climate, maybe all of us need a refresh on how to be in right relationships with each other.

In this show, I'll explore leadership, diversity, and inclusion by pulling authentic stories and practices from my guest.

You'll laugh, think and hopefully respond.
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S1:E8 1Nation Mentoring

The Paul Spradley ShowDec 16, 2019

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#22 Featuring Joel Gray

#22 Featuring Joel Gray

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May 11, 202029:07
S1:E21 John Kent

S1:E21 John Kent

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May 04, 202028:16
S1:E20 Chardo Richardson

S1:E20 Chardo Richardson

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Apr 27, 202029:37
S1:E19 Kori Amos

S1:E19 Kori Amos

My guest on this episode is Kori Amos. Kori is an  HR consultant, former president of the Pittsburg human resources association, media relations director for the Pennsylvania state council for the society of human resource management, and the co-organizer of Disrupt HR Pittsburg.

Growing up a pastor’s kid, many expected Kori to turn out wild, but she instead took pleasure in serving people which largely contributed to her career choice.

In this episode of The Paul Spradley Show, Kori shares why she focuses on helping organizations with talent acquisition and the HR game-changers in the next 5 years. Listen in to learn the importance of having an activity that gives you peace of mind in the middle of life’s chaos.

In this Episode Kori discusses:

· Growing up a pastor’s kid and how it shaped her.

· Finding peace in serving people.

· What she does to get out of depression and other unpleasant feelings.

· The importance of writing and meditating on things you’re grateful for.

· What does she do in HR?

· Kori’s predictions on HR game-changers in the next 5 years.

· Will people be looking for more money or being valued as employees in the coming years?

· The purpose of organizations adapting to the changing employment dynamics.

· How the employment scene is being driven by the change in generations.

Relevant Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/koriamos/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Disrupt-HR-Pittsburgh-2398920176862183/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disrupthrpittsburgh/

Apr 06, 202028:55
S1:E18 Renee Robinson

S1:E18 Renee Robinson

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Mar 30, 202028:13
S1:E17 Mike Hatch

S1:E17 Mike Hatch

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Mar 30, 202030:29
S1:E16 Dr. Cheryl Hall-Russell
Mar 23, 202028:55
S1:E15 Brittany KinderSmith

S1:E15 Brittany KinderSmith

My guest on this episode is Brittany Kindersmith is a local poet and mother of two, who has begun a journey using her privilege to confront bias. 

Examples of care based leadership in practice from this episode include:

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Mar 16, 202029:58
S:1E14 Steven Williams

S:1E14 Steven Williams

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Mar 09, 202028:14
S1:E13 Carol Schoenecker

S1:E13 Carol Schoenecker

Meet Carol Schoenecker, a coach for the Robert Morris University rowing team and a doctoral student at Duquesne University where her research is based on equity and collegiate sports.

In this episode of The Paul Spradley show, Carol shares with the host, Dr. Paul David Spradley her interest behind minoring in African Studies in college and becoming a teacher at Homewood Children’s Village. She also shares some of the efforts that she and her colleagues have put in place to ensure that there is equality in the rowing sport.

Listen in to learn some leadership and life components that you can take away from the rowing sport. You will also learn why staying in your comfort zone, is stopping you from learning.

Examples of care-based leadership in practice from this episode include:

· The leadership components involved in the rowing sport including, why the boat does not move when the team is not in sync.

· How Carol was impacted as a woman by the rowing sport.

· How her ignorance as a White woman, led Carol to study African studies and fall in love with it.

· Because of her continued desire to pursue diversity and moving outside of her comfort zone, Carol served with AmeriCorps at the Homewood Kids’ Village

· Though college sports in general lack diversity, Carol discusses very intentional efforts in place to ensure the rowing sport has put in place a culture that values diversity and inclusion.


You can connect with Carol via email at schoeneckerc@rmu.edu 

Mar 02, 202028:14
S1:E12 Chaz Kellem

S1:E12 Chaz Kellem

My guest this week is, Mr. Chaz Kellem. Chaz is the director of the office of Pittserves- a community service arm of the division of student affairs at the University of Pittsburg. Chaz was born with brittle bone disease and at 36 years old he has broken 43 bones.

In this episode of The Paul Spradley show, I talk with Chaz Kellem as he shares how he turned his disability into ability beyond measures. He shares how his journey has given him a different perspective on life and how grateful he is for his uniqueness.

Listen in to learn the world of difference that Chaz has made, how he overcomes challenges, and his experience working in a higher learning institution.

A lesson from Chaz on why you need to own who you are and work towards the betterment of others no matter your story or position in life.

“Be comfortable in the skin you’re in, to the best of your abilities”. - Chaz Kellem

Examples of Care Based Leadership Include:

· How Chaz’s disability makes him view life differently.

· Why you need to own who you are. Be comfortable in the skin you’re in, to the best of your abilities

· What does it mean to be the voice to the voiceless? Why every group is unique.

· Chaz's explanation of the difference between equity and equality?

· How using diverse inclusion as the catalyst for change in any environment makes an impact that allows everyone to thrive.

· Why creativity was crucial for Chaz as a disabled person to do things in the same capacity as everyone else.

· Why it is important to make an easier path for those who will come after you.

· What are some of the goals that Chaz has for the future?

· Recognizing the value in the journey.


Chaz Kellem’s Socials:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaz-kellem-6769b0b

Twitter: https://twitter.com/chazkellem?lang=en

Feb 24, 202028:34
S1:E11 Ryan Driscoll, Esq

S1:E11 Ryan Driscoll, Esq

Meet Ryan Driscoll, the executive director of the Christian Immigration Advocacy Center in Pittsburg Pennsylvania.  This is a non-profit law firm that specializes in immigration law. Their main objective is to see to refugees and immigrants that are primarily living in Pittsburg and others outside of the city living by limited means.

In this episode of The Paul Spradley show, the host Dr. Paul David Spradley talks with Ryan as he explains what his organization is all about and how they operate. He shares information on why the United States is considered a safe place for immigrants.

Listen in to learn why immigrants and refugees bring with them more economic benefits and should not be a threat to any American citizen.

What you will learn:

· What is the Christian Immigration Advocacy Center, who do they help, and where can they be found?

· Ryan explains what the organization does.

· What is an asylum and how can someone begin to seek asylum?

· What are some of the circumstances that might lead a person to flee their homeland to become a refugee?

· Why the US, Canada, and Australia are considered safe places to get refugee status?

· The desperation that leads people to walk away from their motherland.

· Are there enough resources to share with immigrants in the United States?

· The major economic benefits the immigrants bring with them to the US.

· How does the Christian immigration Advocacy Center navigate through the opposition to its mission?

· What is the removal of the fence?

· Ryan explains how his organization deals with the government, other organizations, and the community.

· Who are some of the organizations that help the same people Ryan’s firm helps?

· Ryan’s future hopes.

Relevant links:

Website: https://www.ciacpgh.org/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/ciacpgh.org/?_rdc=1&_rdr

Jan 20, 202029:31
S1:E10 Kate Lovelace

S1:E10 Kate Lovelace

My guest this episode is an attorney and advocate licensed to practice law in Colorado and Pennsylvania.  Though she is a New York native but calls Pittsburgh her home. Wife, mother of twins and loves to travel. Supervises law students at school of law. Has a background in juvenile delinquency and mental health. public defenders' office.

  • Examples of care based leadership in practice from this episode include:
    • "Having a record is sometimes a consequence of the system and not necessarily a consequence of the behavior."
    • Leaders and decision-makers in the system are desensitized to the process and are even more desensitized when it comes to working with people with disabilities or low income. For this reason, everyday citizens really need to care who their magistrates are.

Connect with Kate at attorneylovelace@gmail.com

Jan 13, 202029:33
S:1E9 Donnie GrayIII (part 2)

S:1E9 Donnie GrayIII (part 2)

My guest on this episode is Mr. Donnie Gray III. Donnie is the Customer Relations Manager for P&W BMW in Pittsburgh. In this episode, Donnie recaps his incredible coming of age story as told in part 1, while exploring new subjects including "banning the box".

Examples of care based leadership in practice from this episode include:

  • Donnie is now an advocate for banning the box, a policy that supports eliminating asking job candidates about their criminal history.   "For me, it's always about someone's character, not their history. It's never about what your past is, it's about what your future is. Who are we to judge one another. It doesn’t build love for one another or the community."  
  • It's important to give people with criminal history options to do something different than what they've done. "When people don't have options, it erases hope. And it erases hope because now, people have to go back to what they know…which oftentimes is just bad stuff and not worth it."
  • Donnie's message to listeners is simple: no matter how life turns out from your past, keep persevering knowing that there is greatness destined for you. You were born with natural gifts and talents... maximize those. And share your story to help others."

Connect with Donnie: donnie.gray@pandwforeigncars.com

Jan 08, 202023:26
S:1E9 Donnie Gray III (part 1)

S:1E9 Donnie Gray III (part 1)

My guest on this episode is Mr. Donnie Gray III. Donnie is the Customer Relations Manager for P&W BMW in Pittsburgh. In this episode, Donnie tells an incredible story about how an arrest at an early age ended up being a pivotal moment in

Examples of care based leadership in practice from this episode include:

  • Through a series of bad choices, Donnie was arrested. However, he describes that as a pivotal moment where he decided to change his mindset about his work and his relationships with people.  
  • His response to being told he would never be employed was to work incredibly hard at even the lowliest jobs
  • Donnie’s advice to someone who has or is currently making poor life choices. “All of us are born with gifts. Sharpen those gifts that you’ve used for evil, and use them for good. Use that energy for something good. Show a person a different way to fish, with a different fishing pole, they can fish anywhere.”


Connect with Donnie:
donnie.gray@pandwforeigncars.com 

Jan 06, 202029:58
S1:E8 1Nation Mentoring
Dec 16, 201928:35
S1.E7- Pam Golden of the Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation
Nov 06, 201928:30
S1:E6 Eric Guy
Oct 18, 201929:38
S1:E5 Dr. Vladamir St. Surin
Oct 01, 201927:27
S1:E4: Dr. Brenda J. Allen
Sep 20, 201928:57
S:1E3 Dr. Soren Fanning
Sep 11, 201928:38
S1:E2 Jessica Spradley
Sep 01, 201928:39
S1:E1- Evans Moore
Aug 02, 201928:20