In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…
Three Los Angeles playwrights explore heart and home in these exciting works. Join us for a talkback with the writers, cast and special guest Charles Porter of the United Coalition East Prevention Project. Justice? Or Just Me? The Bite: A disenfranchised homeless woman fights the system – and herself – as she finds her way to freedom from an abusive relationship. by Lorinda Hawkins Smith Celebrating Biddy Mason: Three Los Angeles women, one of them a Skid Row resident trying to get back on her feet, find inspiration in the story of an unsung heroine of the city. by Earlean Anthony Second Helpings: A seamstress hopes her childhood friend holds to Truth as she works her way through her difficult marriage. by George Corbin
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Three Los Angeles playwrights explore heart and home in these exciting works. Join us for a talkback with the writers, cast and special guest Charles Porter of the United Coalition East Prevention Project. Justice? Or Just Me? The Bite: A disenfranchised homeless woman fights the system – and herself – as she finds her way to freedom from an abusive relationship. by Lorinda Hawkins Smith Celebrating Biddy Mason: Three Los Angeles women, one of them a Skid Row resident trying to get back on her feet, find inspiration in the story of an unsung heroine of the city. by Earlean Anthony Second Helpings: A seamstress hopes her childhood friend holds to Truth as she works her way through her difficult marriage. by George Corbin
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Dec 17, 2021 06:00 PM in Pacific Time (US and Canada)
On this Malcolm X birthday you must understand why J. Edgar Hoover develop the concept of infiltration and disinformation (COINTELPO) to keep Malcolm and Martin from working together to develop a program for the liberation of the descendants of the chattel slaves of America! Melvin Ishmael Johnson: Host of the Qumran Report; dramastage-qumran.org ; dramastage1@yahoo.com…
The Qumran Report Host - Melvin Ishmael Johnson visit the "Rich Pasido Show" - May 13, 2015 to discuss - "The Communal verses the Competitive Economic System!" Website: dramastage-qumran.org ; email: dramastage1@yahoo.com; phone: 213-908-6495
The Qumran Report Host - Melvin Ishmael Johnson visit the "Rich Pasido Show" - May 31, 2015 to discuss what the Messiah Jesus meant by "Being Born Again". Website: dramastage-qumran; email: dramastage1@yahoo.com; phone: 213-908-6495
On July 9, 2013, Tony Brown, one of the founders of HOLA - Points out the key in setting up a successful "After School Program" . He is interviewed by "Qumran Report" host, Melvin Ishmael Johnson. dramastage-qumran.org ; email: dramastage1@yahoo.com; 213-908-6495
Mississippi is where I learned about the "Meem Factor" and it is now time for you to learn about - Melchizedek and the Meem Factor! “You see this hand. It has five fingers. You know why God gave you five fingers? Because there are five kinds of people. And you don’t want to forget anybody. There are Black people, Brown people, White people, Red people, and Yellow people. That’s very convenient because if you keep your hand with you, and count on your fingers, you will never forget anybody”. From the words of Lizzie W. Coleman, Principal and founder of the historic black high school in Greenville, Mississippi! Melvin Ishmael Johnson - Host of "The Qumran Report; dramastage-qumran.org ; dramastage1@yahoo.com; 213-908-6495…
Lynn Manning - (April 30, 1955 - August 3, 2015) Los Angeles Greatest Playwright who created 19 plays about Los Angeles. He was an American Paralympian, playwright, poet and actor known for his autobiographical work that explores the complexities of life as a blind African-American man. *Lynn Manning's life was turned upside down when he was left blind after being shot in the face in a Hollywood bar in 1978, when he was 23 years old. He made a name for himself as a playwright and actor and is best known for his semi-autobiographical work Weights , which premiered in Los Angeles in 2001. The play won three NAACP Theatre Awards including Best Actor for Manning. Let us remember this creative giant as we celebrate his birthday on April 30th. Please, let us are not forget this brother. You can see last year birthday celebration for Lynn at the website: dramastage-qumran.org (scroll down and hit the link! Melvin Ishmael John, Host: The Qumran Report; email: dramastage1@yahoo.com; phone: 213-908-6495…
Performing artist "Tone Tone" Taylor performs "Cage The Mind" - written by Melvin Ishmael Johnson, the host of "The Qumran Report"; dramastage-qumran.org ; dramastage1@yahoo.com; 213-908-6495
It is time to stop the "Bullying" and listen to what our young people is saying about this serious problem. This is an interview I did at the "Antibully" Fair on the campus of USC at the Peace Center in 2012. Let us care about our young people and see how we can help them become better adults. Melvin Ishmael Johnson - Host of "The Qumran Report"; dramastage-qumran.org ; dramastage1@yahoo.com; 213-908-6495.…
In the year 2015 at one of ICUJP (Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace) Friday's morning meeting, Melvin Ishmael Johnson from Dramastage-Qumran performed - "Extraordinary Rendition and a Letter from the Dark Recess of the Mind" · dramastage-qumran.org ; email: dramastage1@yahoo.com; phone: 213-908-6495. Send me a email or give me a call! Peace be upon you and your family.…
May 2013 - Melvin Ishmael Johnson performs "The First Superstar" and "Nailheads" at the "Last Book Store" in downtown Los Angeles, California. Melvin Ishmael Johnson is the host of the podcast - "The Qumran Report" and the Artistic Director of Dramastage-Qumran Veterans Theater Workshop. Website: dramastage-qumran.org ; phone: 213-908-6495; email: dramastage1@yahoo.com…
Georgiana Williams visit "The Qumran Report" at Skid Row Studios in 2012 discuss and break down the 1992 Rodney King Rebellion. Host: Melvin Ishmael Johnson 213-908-6495 dramastage1@yahoo.com dramastage-qumran.org
A special 90 minute Qumran Report Black History Month event celebrating this iconic poet. This event features an interview with MaryLouise Patterson along with poet and filmmaker Donald Bakeer. It gets better! We'll also have live music from Hylen Burt, and playwright George Corbin will talk about the Robey Theater Company publishing program. THIS IS A FREE ZOOM EVENT. REGISTER EARLY. https://bit.ly/3KNwMQA Dramastage-qumran.org 213-908-6495 dramastage1@yahoo.com…
"Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King" Monday, January 17, 2022 @ 5 pm (PST) Premiere showing of the one hour documentary, "THE EXCHANGE ON THE NICKEL" Featuring "The Rose Gales Quartet", Poets Sunji Ali and Dr. Mongo and many other artist who performed at The Exchange celebrating Dr. King. Special guest George Corbin talking about Dr. King as his fraternity brother. This is a FREE Event and please register early! This is the registration link: https://bit.ly/3HBu1iR…
On January 1, 2022, Qumran Report host Melvin Ishmael Johnson recorded the concluding chapter of his upcoming book, "The MEEM Factor" (February 2022). The conclusion is entitled, "Daniel's Stone" and the identity of the "Stone" that will destroy the final transformation of the Babylonian Empire according to the second chapter of the "Book of Daniel". Check out my website for upcoming information about my book, "The MEEM Factor" coming out February 19, 2022. dramastage-qumran.org ; dramastage1@yahoo.com; 213-908-6495 - Melvin Ishmael Johnson…
Three Los Angeles playwrights explore heart and home in these exciting works. Join us for a talkback with the writers, cast and special guest Charles Porter of the United Coalition East Prevention Project. Justice? Or Just Me? The Bite: A disenfranchised homeless woman fights the system – and herself – as she finds her way to freedom from an abusive relationship. by Lorinda Hawkins Smith Celebrating Biddy Mason: Three Los Angeles women, one of them a Skid Row resident trying to get back on her feet, find inspiration in the story of an unsung heroine of the city. by Earlean Anthony Second Helpings: A seamstress hopes her childhood friend holds to Truth as she works her way through her difficult marriage. by George Corbin Time Dec 17, 2021 06:00 PM in Pacific Time (US and Canada) Update Description…
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