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by Dr. Eli Joseph, Dr. Janice Gassam Asare
Welcome to The Academic Boardroom, where the world’s most influential scholars, executives, and visionaries meet to bridge the gap between rigorous research and real-world results. Co-hosted by Dr. Eli Joseph and Dr. Janice Gassam Asare, this podcast provides a seat at the table for listeners who want more than just surface-level business advice—they want the data-driven strategies and behavioral insights that power global leadership.From the research labs of our most prestigious universities to the high-pressure environments of global industry, we explore how the most complex systems in our society actually operate. We move beyond the traditional lecture hall to deconstruct the intersection of sports analytics, competitive strategy, and organizational equity with the leaders who shape these fields. Our episodes feature candid, high-stakes conversations with elite guests—distilling their lifetime of expertise into actionable intelligence for the modern professional.We examine how the
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- Yesterday52 min
The Human Edge: Decision-Making in the Age of AI with Cheryl Strauss Einhorn
What is it like when the solution to a quandary comes perhaps too quickly? In the latest episode of The Academic Boardroom, host Eli Joseph, founder of the nonprofit Decisive, joins journalist and professor Janice Gassam Asare, with their guest Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, the creator of The AREA Method, to discuss her path from journalism to the creation of a framework that promotes evidence-based decision-making. Einhorn, who obtained degrees in History and political science, studied at Columbia's Journalism School after meeting an unidentified person who dropped his wallet, leading her to question the truthfulness of stories. It was this experience that made her want to discover the answers to the vital question: how do I confirm the information provided in my stories? In the course of this dialogue, the New York-based guest talks about the reasons behind many firms’ decision to suspend their activities due to her investigative journalism that resulted in regulatory measures, arrests of wrongdoers, etc. At one point during the discussion, Cheryl underscores a crucial point regarding AI applications in the field of journalism, education, and business. She urges the audience to treat AI-generated output as a conversation topic rather than something to be taken at face value. During the talk, new parents are addressed, and she explains the significance of analyzing information while introspectively and thoughtfully solving tasks and problems. The idea of "visioning success" is broadened, as it also helps to clarify when people are ready to take their next steps. In the end, the speaker discusses how to approach learning, be optimistic, read, and engage in everyday talks with friends and family members. Her key idea is to always remember that so many things can be undone, so taking decisions after thinking is the right way of approaching any issue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- Yesterday2 min
The Boardroom Edge
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- 1 weeks ago49 min
Jeans, Resilience, and Act 3: Diane Gilman on Defying Ageism After 50
Fashion icon Diane Gilman never possessed any form of degree in design or fashion affiliations or a family to assist her on her way. Instead, she simply relied on her unyielding faith in her abilities. On this episode of The Academic Boardroom, Dr. Eli Joseph and Dr. Janice Gassam Asare navigate the fascinating life and career of an entrepreneurial designer who made a name for herself as the Jean Queen over the course of 60 years. In 1945, Diane was born into the family of immigrant parents from Poland and Ukraine and, already at three years old, made the decision to become a designer. Following a short visit to UCLA, she spent some time in London, where she opened her boutique in Los Angeles. Interestingly, it was in this shop where Cher came to buy all of Diane’s products. After moving to New York, Diane was introduced to Bloomingdale’s and equally discovered by QVC and HSN in her late forties. Diane discusses freely the industry she is bidding farewell to. She explains how she sees the future of the fashion industry, the disappearance of department stores, and why the idea of strong personalization and strong personal ideas matters. The podcast gets personal once Diane shares her experience of battling breast cancer at Mount Sinai Hospital and an unexpected meeting with a patient who changed her perspective about life. Following the warnings of the attending physician, Diane retires from the fashion world at 78 and dives into podcast making, starting with her program Too Young to be Old. Together with the hosts, Diane touches upon important topics such as ageism and beauty standards pressured by the media, as well as her choice of silver hair. Her message is that these years are not useless; on the contrary, they can be the most active part of one’s life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago2 min
Too Young to Be Old
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- 2 weeks ago57 min
Inside TIME's Best Inventions 2026: Low-Tech Backlash, AI Anxiety, and the Folding iPhone
The latest edition of TIME's 2026 Best Inventions list is published, and trends emerge from it. This time in her return visit, Emma Barker Bonomo, Senior Editorial Director at TIME, discusses with Dr. Eli Joseph and Dr. Janice Gassam Asare how they have filtered down more than 300 inventions in over 25 categories to create this list. Emma explains a division that is seen in technology and innovation: Workplace technology has been moving toward the direction of AI robots, including Amazon's Proteus warehouse robot, while personal technology has been going its route in the opposite direction—making screen-free, human-centered inventions such as the Brick phone blocker, the Tin Can kid's landline, and the flip phone with texts like Snake. Other topics of discussion include the impact of nostalgia on innovative processes, such as the Denza Z electric sports car and Apple's foldable iPhone, which Emma tested and is evaluating against the price of approximately $2,000. The hosts and Emma talk about what goes on behind the scenes of the vetting process: how it happens that price rarely matters but has to be considered if it is the innovation itself; how wellness products lacking clinical evidence are eliminated; and why those submission application forms are marked for consideration next year if the technology is too new, too crowded, or incapable of making impact. Emma also explains how the Best Inventions list is different from the TIME100 Companies and why a New York City super with a smart toilet shutoff system could be on the list with Apple. For those who want to create something innovative, Emma gives some recommendations on how to present oneself first; last but not least, she explains how one should not worry about their small size and whether publicizing one's idea on Shark Tank can actually get them anywhere. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago2 min
Time to Reinvent
The episode score is like a piece of music that contains the message from the conversation about the innovations. The song starts with the first statement of the interview about the importance of distinguishing real value from hype. In the lyrics, there are words explaining how to judge a luxury thing by looking at its ability to expand and prove its value; these lines also praise the list of 300 items which have high value. The next part of the song discusses the topics presented by Emma Barker Bonomo. A brick that blocks the phone signifies the return to the simpler and less advanced means of communication, whereas machine-assisted solutions take over the businesses and the private life of people becomes more human. Furthermore, the song proceeds to the sincerity of the inventions, and it is stated that children value the genuine inventions more than the fake ones; they say “that’s fake” if something has been made by the A.I. The closing part of the song describes the boardroom where the real speed of evolution can be seen and where all the innovations are included into the final calculations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 weeks ago41 min
From DEI to DIY: Dr. Robert Livingston on the PRESS Model and Allyship as Action
What occurs when a social scientist who follows data-based research realizes that evidence cannot persuade everyone? This episode of The Academic Boardroom features an interview with Dr. Robert Livingston, a lecturer at Harvard University and author of The Conversation and Play the Game, Change the Game, Leave the Game. Livingston describes his journey from living in the predominantly Black community of Lexington, Kentucky, where the Black population comprised teachers, doctors, and neighbors, to working at the predominantly white college called Tulane, which provided him with "armor" and a lifetime study of race. He talks about the evolution of his perspective that was shaped by talking to thousands of people after George Floyd's case. He realized that data and conversations can rarely shift beliefs that are reinforced emotionally. For instance, he compares the belief that a dragon is hiding under one's bed to the belief in white supremacy. At the same time, he argues that he is not an Afro-pessimist and that systemic racism can be resolved. In addition, the interview addresses whether racism is learned or internal, the distinction of individual and systemic changes, and the five pillars of systemic racism, in which economic and legislative aspects are the biggest tools. It also discusses whether Black children thrive in areas where they can feel welcomed, as indicated by Nikole Hannah-Jones. Moreover, Livingston elaborates on the PRESS concept, which stands for problem awareness, root cause analysis, empathy, strategy, and sacrifice. He states that allyship is a verb and that to be an ally is not just an identity. He makes people aware of their powerful influence and the need to act. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 weeks ago2 min
From DEI to DIY
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Welcome to The Academic Boardroom, where the world’s most influential scholars, executives, and visionaries meet to bridge the gap between rigorous research and real-world results. Co-hosted by Dr. Eli Joseph and Dr. Janice Gassam Asare, this podcast provides a seat at the table for listeners who want more than just surface-level business advice—they want the data-driven strategies and behavioral insights that power global leadership.From the research labs of our most prestigious universities to the high-pressure environments of global industry, we explore how the most complex systems in our society actually operate. We move beyond the traditional lecture hall to deconstruct the intersection of sports analytics, competitive strategy, and organizational equity with the leaders who shape these fields. Our episodes feature candid, high-stakes conversations with elite guests—distilling their lifetime of expertise into actionable intelligence for the modern professional.We examine how the
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