Latest Office politics Podcast Episodes
Diane Abbott
Toya Talks - April 09, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThe world can be unkind, and for Black Women, the sting of racism and microaggressions is a harsh reality. I share a potent blend of personal stories and societal critique, focusing on my own experience at a swim school that became a battleground for parental rights and racial tensions. The epis...
Always Show A Thankful Heart
Toya Talks - March 12, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsEver felt the weight of expectations tipping the scales against your authentic self? I've wrestled with the same challenge, longing for societal acceptance while yearning to embrace my true identity. In the heartfelt echoes of this episode, I share my personal voyage from the chains of people-pl...
Hot Topics: Ressa Tessa | Wendy Williams and Porsha Williams Gurbodia
Toya Talks - February 27, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsFrom the viral tales of Ressa Tessa on TikTok to the tumultuous life lessons from the Wendy Williams documentary, we take an unflinching look at the importance of recognising red flags and holding true to our values in the quest for love and fulfilment. Navigating the dating world can often fee...
When the Messenger is Monique.
Toya Talks - February 20, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsEver questioned the value of your voice in a world that seems to echo with others' expectations? This episode turns the spotlight on the empowering art of personal branding, and the tenacity required to purge toxic relationships from our lives. Our narrative begins with the importance of inspira...
PEACE. The most underrated most valuable requirement in the workplace.
Toya Talks - January 30, 2024 03:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsBouncing back from a job rejection can feel like an enormous task, especially when you're juggling the complexities of life's many roles. As a full-time mom nursing swollen glands, conjunctivitis and the many hats of motherhood, I've been there, and in this episode, I share my experience to enco...
Assertiveness in the Workplace and the New Era of Flexibility
Toya Talks - January 16, 2024 03:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsI've always believed that embracing your true self is a rebellious act of self-love, especially when the world tries to carve you into something you're not. This belief echoes through today’s conversation, sparked by Laura Matsu's powerful reflections on self-acceptance. I delve into the pivotal...
The 2024 Working Mom: Navigating Success on Your Own Terms
Toya Talks - January 02, 2024 03:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsReady to challenge societal norms and redefine success on your own terms as a working mom? Buckle up as we tackle the complex world of balancing work and motherhood, shedding light on the stereotypes and expectations that often hinder our progress. From my personal experiences returning to work ...
End of Year Wrap Up 2023
Toya Talks - December 31, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsAs the year comes to a close, I find myself in a poignant reflection of the personal and societal transformations that have left an indelible mark on 2023. The landscape of the UK has been one of tumultuous change, from royal family disclosures to political upheaval and an economic maelstrom tha...
DILEMMA Episode : How do I unsign a contract?
Toya Talks - December 12, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThis is a Dilemma Episode. This episode contains x6 dilemmas. As we delve deeper, we share impactful tales of overcoming discrimination and hostility in the workplace. One listener shares her story of triumph in the financial services industry while dealing with uncooperative colleagues and an...
Behind the Mic: An Introspective Look at Black Women in Podcasting.
Toya Talks - November 30, 2023 03:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWhat happens when a key member decides to leave a popular podcast? We had an up-close look at the dynamics of The Receipts Podcast as Milena announced her departure. We shed light on the aftermath of her decision. We're not just talking about The Receipts in this episode; we're also shedding l...
Suella Is Not Brave
Toya Talks - November 14, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsNumber 10 Downing St is the HQ. For us mere mortals it represents organisations we work for. Suella Braverman is an employee. The sacking of Braverman is more than an angry boss letting go of an employee this is the dynamics of a manager, CEO, Line Manager and HR not recruiting well and then dea...
DILEMMA Episode : My manager wants me to cancel my one week course to attend his Team Meeting Away Day.
Toya Talks - October 31, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThis Episode contains x2 dilemmas. My manager wants me to cancel my one week course to attend his Team Meeting Away Day. She disliked me all along - Confrontation? Sponsorships - Email me: [email protected] TikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#ToyaTalksPodcast) Snapchat: @toyawa...
It Is Not Always Paramount
Toya Talks - October 24, 2023 02:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSpot Light Episode: In this episode we will be discussing Tyler Perry and his bid to own BET Network. We take the learning lessons from this discussion into the world of work. Knowing your value and when you are being undervalued or taking advantage of and knowing when it’s time to move on. S...
DILEMMA Episode : Unlawful Deduction of Wages
Toya Talks - October 10, 2023 02:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThis is a dilemma episode covering x2 dilemmas on of which touches on the topic of ‘Unlawful deduction of Wages’. The Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA) protects workers/employees from unauthorised deductions from pay. The rules on unlawful deduction of wages relate to underpayment or non-paymen...
Silent Treatment
Toya Talks - September 19, 2023 02:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn this episode we discuss the abusive and manipulative technique of the 'Silent Treatment' adopted by some managers and colleagues in a position of any scrap of power. This is also a dilemma episode. Sponsorships - Email me: [email protected] TikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#T...
God Is In The Neighbourhood
Toya Talks - September 05, 2023 02:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThe workplace has never been a safe place and is not a safe space for Black Women. Being pregnant places women in a vulnerable position, your hormones are raging, your body is changing and you are growing a whole human. Many of us are also managing underlying health conditions too. In spaces whe...
Battle of the Egos - Dilemma Episode
Toya Talks - August 15, 2023 02:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThis is a dilemma Episode. - An organisation offered this woman a role and from there demonstrated so many red flags that included reducing the salary twice. Sponsorships - Email me: [email protected] TikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#ToyaTalksPodcast) Snapchat: @toyawashingto...
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I Hate My Boss - August 09, 2023 22:44 - 7 seconds ★★★★★ - 450 ratingsTKTK See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Don't Schedule Meetings After 4PM
Toya Talks - August 01, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn this episode we discuss a recent article by Rani Molla ‘Don’t Schedule meetings after 4pm’. https://www.vox.com/technology/23802010/hybrid-work-meetings-flexibility-managers Sponsorships - Email me: [email protected] TikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#ToyaTalksPodcast) Snapc...
The Chase
Toya Talks - July 18, 2023 02:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn this episode I will be adding to the previous financial literacy episode ‘Financial Nakedness’ https://open.spotify.com/episode/3l7O845zB2GEAX9haPozSr?si=1V8ht_96TcGUIDNdnsw09w Sponsorships - Email me: [email protected] TikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#ToyaTalksPodcast) Sna...
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I Hate My Boss - July 10, 2023 17:37 - 2 seconds ★★★★★ - 450 ratingsLink test to season record Link test to series record Link to series - stage: https://wondery.test-app.link/tlqBcCaZABb Link to season - stage: https://wondery.test-app.link/aHBdyi7YABb See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...
Credit Suisse
Toya Talks - July 04, 2023 02:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsFollowing on from the previous episode ' I like Money' I needed to do this episode. We are in a cost of living crisis which I believe is a fancy way of saying 'recession'. Others would define it as... 'a situation where the cost of basic necessities and everyday expenses rises significantly, ou...
I Like Money
Toya Talks - June 18, 2023 17:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWhat happens in politics often happens in life. Despite the disgraceful leadership filled with 'alleged' dishonesty Boris Johnson has now allegedly signed a £1M deal with the Daily Mail as a columnist. It surpasses understanding how anyone would think that he would have anything worth while t...
Fifty
Toya Talks - June 06, 2023 02:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsI am going to preface every episode by saying Baby Brain is real. Having recently given birth I can confirm and agree that now experiencing Baby Brain first hand that it is defined as ….’a state of impaired memory, concentration, or mental agility supposedly experienced by women during pregnan...
With Interest
Toya Talks - May 23, 2023 02:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsBetrayal - I've learnt that the greatest betrayal and need to then forgive is towards ourselves. Not trusting our instincts and second guessing ourselves are all forms of self betrayal. That job interview that you attend and deep down you know something isn't right but you still accept the role...
The Mothership
Toya Talks - May 09, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsFollowing on from a previous episode 'Black Women Deserve To Be Loved In Public (PT1)' https://www.buzzsprout.com/761990/12678087 (Part 2 coming soon) If this episode is now live it means I have given birth. Yes I am now a mother @ 38. I live by what I teach. Despite being shamed about not hav...
DILEMMA: My Boss humiliated me in front of my colleagues in an open office with a pop quiz about my job.' - Is this bullying?
Toya Talks - April 25, 2023 02:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThis is a dilemma episode. Please also refer to the following episodes referenced within this dilemma episode: Episode 75 - 'No Called ID' https://open.spotify.com/episode/4WV3XJTNC5Xhm7q9Ry3BYu?si=WLSieq82RzWqAYkeroSvOQ Episode 77 - 'Closet Racist' (This episode I read my grievance compla...
Black Women Deserve To Be Loved In Public (PT1)
Toya Talks - April 19, 2023 02:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsA recent interview with Esther Falana on Good Morning Britain sparked debate regarding being over 35 years old being too old to be a mother/start a family. This was a topic not covered with care and depth and proved reckless especially with the back handed age shaming without exploring this laye...
How Can You Be A King If You Do Not Have A Kingdom?
Toya Talks - March 28, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsFollowing a interesting conversation at my recent hair dressers it prompted this episode about how we as women package ourselves and the flawed view of labelling men Kings for basic elementary things based of the low value of expectation. You wouldn't clap for a fish for swimming, so why are we ...
Princess Cuts - (Including x2 dilemmas)
Toya Talks - March 14, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe are too grown to not understand and accept that 'princess treatment' is a toxic and dangerous concept. Breeny Lee was dragged on social media for pushing the narrative that if you behave like a 'princess' will and should expect to be treated like one. This doesn't make sense if you don't oper...
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