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Innovation Unbiased

English Business Management

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Episodes 20

Avg. Duration 36m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (6)

Since Oct 2025

Latest Episode Dec 2025

Publishing Details

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Weekly

Format

Episodic

Consistency

27%

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About This Podcast

Bold voices. Curious stories. Authentic Impact. What does it really mean to belong? Not just to be invited, though, to be seen. Heard. Needed. I Know I Belong When… is more than a podcast; it’s a movement. A mirror. A megaphone. It’s where raw truth meets radical hope. Each episode brings you unfiltered conversations with people who’ve wrestled with the question of belonging in the spaces that shape our lives: workplaces, schools, communities, and digital worlds. From the boardroom to the breakroom, from the sidewalks to our living rooms, our guests share the exact moment they knew they were in, and the moments they knew they weren’t. This is not about feel-good soundbites. It’s about radical accountability. We explore: ~ Where equity is the foundation, not a divider. ~ The steps it takes to build diverse cultures, not only to survive, though to prosper. ~ Ensure inclusion is not just a checkbox; it is a commitment. ~ Where accessibility is not an afterthought, but the amplification to thrive. At the heart of our conversation is the Belonging Formula: Belonging = (Inclusion × (Diversity + Equity)) ^ Accessibility It’s not just math; it’s a mindset. A blueprint. A challenge to every leader, builder, and changemaker: Are you creating spaces where every identity is not only welcomed, however, is valued and respected? Here’s how we do it: We Say Names Names are not nicknames. They carry legacy, identity, and power. Inspired by #AlwaysChristopher #NeverChris, we explore how honoring someone’s name is the first act of belonging. The Moment of Belonging A defining story. A turning point. The moment our guest knew: I belong here. We unpack how that moment shaped their confidence, creativity, and connection. Navigating Non-Belonging We don’t shy away from the hard stuff. Guests share what it felt like to be excluded, erased, or underestimated, and how they reclaimed their space and voice. Sustaining Belonging What does it take to keep that feeling alive? We explore the systems, rituals, and leadership practices that make belonging a daily reality, not a one-time event. Why it matters: This podcast is for anyone who’s ever asked: Do I really belong here? And for every leader who’s ready to answer: Yes, and here’s how we’ll prove it. Whether you’re building inclusive teams, designing accessible tech, or rethinking your own role in equity work, these stories will challenge you to show up differently. To lead with intention. To listen with humility. To act with courage. Because belonging isn’t a destination, it’s a practice. And it starts with listening.

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Recent Episodes

S1E9 Your Voice Matters: Inclusive Leadership in Action with Julie Kratz

Dec 29, 2025 36m

What does it truly mean to belong at work—and how do leaders move from intention to impact? In this episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone welcomes expert Julie Kratz to explore…

S1E8 Scaling with Soul: Culture as the Foundation with Christina Luconi

Dec 22, 2025 35m

What does it really mean to create belonging in the workplace—and how do you build it at scale, without losing your soul? In this episode of I Know I Belong When, we welcome Christina Luconi, former…

S1E7 Curiosity Over Certainty: Authentic Leadership & Inclusive Culture with Nancy Di Dia

Dec 15, 2025 35m

What if the fastest path to belonging in the workplace is replacing certainty with curiosity? In this episode of I Know I Belong When, executive coach and longtime DEI/IDEA leader Nancy J. Di Dia…

S1E6 Allyship is a verb: data driven inclusion that delivers with Victoria Mattingly

Dec 08, 2025 37m

In this energizing episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone and Dr. Victoria Mattingly explore how allyship as a verb turns data-informed people solutions into transformational…

S1E5 Knife skills & life skills: building community through second chances with Chason Forehand

Dec 01, 2025 35m

Discover how organizations can transform lives through human-centered innovation and inclusive practices in "I Know I Belong When.” Host Christopher Bylone welcomes Chason Forehand, founder of HR4U…

S1E4 Business case for fairness: strategy over sentiment with Aniela Unguresan

Nov 24, 2025 33m

Discover why fairness is not just a value: it is a strategic advantage. In this episode of “I Know I Belong When,” host Christopher Bylone sits down with Aniela Unguresan, founder of the EDGE…

S1E3 Kindness is a strategy: practicing the platinum rule with Marissa Andrada

Nov 17, 2025 40m

OverviewIn this powerful episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone welcomes culture visionary and kindness catalyst Marissa Andrada—a transformative leader whose career spans iconic…

S1E2 Unedited identity: your name, story, & voice matter with John Ferguson

Nov 10, 2025 38m

In this compelling episode of “I Know I Belong When,” host Christopher Bylone welcomes John Ferguson, a strategic business executive, former Chief Human Resources Officer at NASCAR, and recognized…

S1E1 Unapologetic humor, energy, & authenticity with Brooklyn Dicent

Nov 03, 2025 40m

In this debut, host Christopher Bylone welcomes Brooklyn Dicent, transformational speaker, comedian, and workplace happiness expert, whose work combines positive psychology, neuroscience, and energy…

Authenticity in Action: Balancing Roles Without Losing Your True Self with John Ferguson

Nov 02, 2025 1m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen Authenticity is not one-dimensional—it is dynamic. In this clip from an upcoming episode of the “I Know I Belong When…” podcast, John shares what belonging means to him: “I know I…

Owning My Name: A Journey of Identity, Culture, and Belonging with Marissa Jane Andrada

Nov 01, 2025 1m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen Your name tells a story—own it proudly. In this clip of an upcoming episode of the “I Know I Belong When…” podcast, Marissa Andrada shares why her name is more than just…

Smart is not the flex: why curiosity and belonging define authentic leadership with Nancy Di Dia

Oct 31, 2025 1m

#IKnowIBelongWhen Smart is not the flex; belonging is the flex Being the smartest in the room is an ego flex. It signals control, not collaboration. Being the catalyst in the room? That is the…

Privilege is not a dirty word—it is a powerful tool for change with Dr. Victoria Mattingly

Oct 30, 2025 0m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen Privilege is not a dirty word—it is a powerful tool for change. In this clip from an upcoming episode of the “I Know I Belong When…” podcast, Dr. V reminds us: “People believe the…

Breaking Out of the Shadow: From Fed’s Kid to Christina’s Father with Christina Luconi

Oct 29, 2025 0m

#IKnowIBelongWhen Breaking Out of the Shadow to Build Your Own Light When you’re starting out, it’s easy to feel defined by someone else’s legacy—especially in tight-knit ecosystems. In this powerful…

Discretionary energy: the unlock that happens through belonging with Brooklyn Dicent

Oct 28, 2025 1m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen When leaders foster belonging, they unlock something powerful: discretionary energy. As Brooklyn Dicent shares, in an upcoming episode, on the I Know I Belong When podcast, this…

White guys: be part of the solution! Privilege is not a choice — use it for good!

Oct 27, 2025 0m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen White guys: be part of the solution! Privilege is not a choice; though using it for good is. In this candid clip from the I Know I Belong When podcast (episode 9), Christopher…

Mentorship + Accountability: Keys to Growth | #IKnowIBelongWhen Podcast Clip with Aniela Unguresan

Oct 26, 2025 1m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen Mentorship + Accountability = Growth. In this insightful clip from the I Know I Belong When podcast, Aniela Unguresan shares two powerful truths for navigating challenging…

Allyship in Action: Why True Allies Are Intentional, Consistent, and Ongoing with Julie Kratz

Oct 25, 2025 1m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen Allyship isn’t a title—it’s a journey. In this thought-provoking clip from the I Know I Belong When podcast, Julie Kratz reminds us: “I will always be aspiring, striving, hoping to…

Belonging Starts with Listening – A Powerful Moment from Chason Forehand

Oct 24, 2025 1m Bonus

#IKnowIBelongWhen Belonging starts with listening. In this powerful moment from an upcoming episode of I Know I Belong When, Chason Forehand reminds us: “It literally comes down to one thing, and…

Trailer: Raw truth meets radical hope: a podcast on belonging

Oct 22, 2025 14m Trailer

““I Know I Belong When” is a podcast by Innovation Unbiased, hosted by Christopher Bylone. It explores belonging in communities, workplaces, and society through deep conversations with diverse…

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