Unlocking Cultural Agility with Marco Blankenburgh
Explore the diverse stories of some of the most advanced Intercultural practitioners from around the world with Marco Blankenburgh, who has been equipping people with cultural agility for 25+ years. Along the way, you will gain cultural insights that will help you find relational success in our globally diverse world.
Episodes
32 episodes
Navigating Diversity Initiatives Globally | Part 2 with Linda Berlot
What truly makes diversity initiatives succeed in today's complex global world?Join Marco Blankenburgh and Linda Berlot as they uncover the qualities of courage and cultural learning necessary for engaging in impactful intercultural dia...
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Episode 31
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Enhancing Team Effectiveness Globally | Part 1 with Linda Berlot
Discover the secrets to applying cultural agility successfully on teams with our esteemed guest, Linda Berlot, whose 20 years of living in Dubai and working across various countries have uniquely positioned her to identify and bridge cultural d...
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Episode 30
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Building a Thriving Family Culture with Andrew Doust
How do you create a thriving family culture amidst family tension and succession planning? Join us as we explore this pressing question with Andrew Doust, founder of
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Episode 29
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1:04:46
The Three Colors of Worldview: Applying the Cultural Drivers (part 2)
How can you truly appreciate, honor, and empower diverse perspectives? By understanding and applying the Three Colors of Worldview, you can develop intercultural agility and recognize individual uniqueness. In this 2nd episode of the Th...
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Episode 27
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The Three Colors of Worldview: A Deep Dive into Cultural Drivers (part 1)
What if understanding three simple colors could transform your perspective on intercultural connection? Join us as Shelley Reinhart welcomes Marco, International Director of KnowledgeWorks, to discuss the innovative framework known as the Three...
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Episode 26
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Unlocking the World of HR Through Cultural Agility with Erika Butler
In a world that's rapidly shrinking due to globalization, the role of human resources (HR) is evolving just as quickly. Erika, a seasoned HR professional, sat down with Marco Blankenburgh to share her remarkable journey from Pennsylvania to bec...
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Episode 25
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Coaching Beyond Borders to Unlock Global Potential with Sarah Anthony and Matt Trenchard
When cultures collide within the coaching arena, the game changes entirely. That's why this episode, featuring Matt Trenchard and Sarah Anthony, peels back the layers to expose the intricate dance of intercultural coaching. We uncover how...
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Episode 24
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Counseling Across Cultures with Nancy Wolf
Nancy Wolf captivates us with her experiences of moving from America to Africa, a decision that propelled her family into a whirlwind of cultural discoveries and personal growth. This journey is not just about relocating geographically but also...
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Episode 23
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Navigating Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging with David Myles
We're delighted to introduce our esteemed guest, David Myles, who brings a unique perspective on race and intercultural agility. Born and raised an African-American in a largely white community, David's journey is one that shines a spotlight on...
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Episode 22
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Killer Meetings with Marco Blankenburgh
Are you ready to turn the intricacies of intercultural meetings from minefields into gold mines?Let's embark on this journey together with, Marco Blankenburgh, the International Director of KnowledgeWorkx. We'll interrogate the challenge...
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Episode 21
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Power Across Cultures with Ming-Jinn Tong
"Power tends to corrupt, absolute power corrupts absolutely." Lord Acton made this statement in 1887 and it still informs our view of power today. But is power all bad? Is there any beauty in it? If we have power, what do we do with...
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Episode 20
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Bringing Intercultural Agility into the Classroom
How can teachers create a cultural space in their classrooms where students of all backgrounds can thrive? Listen as Shelley Reinhart, KnowledgeWorkx Director of Education, unpacks this question with educators and Ph.D. students Yasemin...
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Episode 19
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The International Business of Music with Iain Wilson
How did a small team from Northern Ireland create a world-renowned service and build up an international clientele winning multiple national and global awards for their excellence? Find out as Marco talks with Iain Wilson the CEO of IBC...
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Episode 18
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52:35
Global Leadership — How to Become a Culturally Agile Leader
Whether it's leading staff living around the world, navigating different cultural and personal workstyles, or working on teams across borders — leading globally keeps becoming more complex. Global leaders must guide their teams through local an...
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Episode 17
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53:00
Interpersonal Assessments in an Intercultural World with Linda Berlot
Most psychometric tools are created by researchers in the West. These tools are shaped by cultural human beings with Western biases. Are these tools viable in non-Western settings?How do you avoid marginalizing non-western team me...
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Episode 16
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Thriving Intercultural Relationships with Bart and Julie Heiligenberg and Bryce and Thelma Dzirbik
How do you create a thriving intercultural marriage or relationship? The challenges of the last few years have taught us that quality relationships are crucial for success in work and life. Listen to these stories of relational suc...
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Episode 15
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Exploring the Depths of Trust on Teams
What is trust? What causes it to erode? How can a team build a resilient culture of trust? In 2022, Gallup ran a poll and released statistics revealing that up to 70% of employees would leave their job if they could. Much of that dissat...
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Episode 14
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54:00
Managing our Biases - Special Interview from "Cup of Tea Podcast" by European Commission (Bonus Episode)
We'll be back with more episodes of the Cultural Agility Podcast in November. In the meantime, I got to sit down with my good friend and host of the "Cup of Tea
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Episode 13
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36:54
Intercultural Consulting with George Kesselaar
Join George Kesselaar and Marco as they explore the complexities of intercultural consulting and how to successfully facilitate positive behavior change in people in this global world.
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Episode 12
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Creating Belonging in Organizational Culture with Hasan Rafiq
Hasan Rafiq has worked as a senior Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) leader at some of the world's largest companies, including EY (Ernst and Young) and Facebook.Jo...
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Episode 11
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The Story of a Culture Creator; A Special Interview with Marco Blankenburgh
Our 10th episode features an authentic conversation with KnowledgeWorkx’s founder and International Director, Marco Blankenburgh. Shelley Reinhart, KWx's Global Network Liaison, conducts this engaging interview. She asks Marco about his...
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Episode 10
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Building Bridges Across Racial Divides with Ming-Jinn Tong and Andy Gray
Join Ming-Jinn Tong, Andy Gray, and Marco as they unpack how cultural agility is building exciting new bridges in racial equity and diversity and inclusion work in Minneapolis. Ming-Jinn Tong is a
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Episode 9
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Intercultural Communication and Strategy with Nic Labuschagne
Join Nic Labuschagne and Marco as they explore how cultural agility helps you adapt communication to fit audiences from many different cultures. Nic Labuschagne is a senior director of strategy at APCO Worldwide and is based in Dub...
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Episode 8
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Creating Culture through Learning and Development with Kerry Lee
Join, Learning and Development Professional and Certified Intercultural Coach Kerry Lee, as she and Marco explore how we position ourselves and our ideas in a way that connects across cultures.Kerry is a life-long learner with an insati...
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Episode 7
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Building Culturally Agile Schools with Michael Bartlett and Shelley Reinhart
Join Michael and Shelley as they explore the ways teachers, parents, and school administrators can transform their schools and classrooms into culturally inclusive spaces. Michael Bartlett is the Head of School Partnerships at Sura...
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Episode 6
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