Podcast artwork thumbnail for Inclusion Catalyst

Inclusion Catalyst

Mickey Desai

Booking Overview

Inclusion Catalyst is a DEI-focused interview series where the host speaks with diversity leaders and practitioners about real workplace and community inclusion challenges. It’s a strong pitch for experts who can translate social justice topics into practical, workplace-ready best practices and measurable action.

Metrics

Episodes: 72

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

spicecake68@hotmail.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

Host

Mickey Desai - Host of Inclusion Catalyst. The description states they bring diversity leaders to the table to discuss current issues in diversity and inclusion and deconstruct complex social justice topics to hi...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
DEI and diversity practitioners (e.g., diversity consultants/principals), licensed mental health professionals working with social justice/workforce well-being, and authors/entrepreneurs addressing literacy and representation through books or related programs.
Required Achievements:  
Professional leadership in DEI or workplace consulting, Clinical or psychological expertise related to burnout/well-being in advocacy, Authorship/public-facing work with representation in children’s literature

Recent Guest Discussions

Rebecca Eldredge - Burnout And Compassion Fatigue In Advocacy/leadership; Well-being As Sustainable Inner Resilience; Nervous System Regulation; Sustaining Engagement While Confronting Injustice

Su Joun - Rethinking DEI, Meritocracy, And Misconceptions; Removing Barriers; Equity Vs. Equality; Psychological Safety And Belonging; Micro-aggressions And Bias; Individual Advocacy Steps

Tiffany Obeng - Literacy As An Early Workforce/talent Pipeline Issue; Representation In Children's Books; School-to-prison Pipeline; Book Deserts And Book Bans; Practical Actions For Supporting Inclusive Literacy

Recent Topics

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, Workplace

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Inclusion Catalyst
:

Self-Advocacy Is a Skill

September 08, 2026

In this second conversation with Shailvi Wakhlu, The Inclusion Catalyst explores a critical but often overlooked dimension of workplace inclusion: what happens after people are invited to the table? Shailvi argues that inclusion cannot stop at representation or opportunity. Organizations have a responsibility to create opportunities for people to participate, but individuals also need the skills to make their voices heard, communicate their value, and take advantage of those opportunities. Th...

When Good Work Isn’t Enough

August 31, 2026

What happens when you do excellent work, but nobody notices? In this episode of The Inclusion Catalyst, host Mickey Desai talks with technology leader, consultant, and self-advocacy author Shailvi Wakhlu about the often-overlooked forces that shape who gets recognized, promoted, heard, and trusted at work. Shailvi challenges the idea that merit alone determines career success. Great work matters, but so do visibility, communication, relationships, and the ability to articulate your own impact...

You Are the Tool, with Rebecca Eldgredge

June 02, 2026

What’s really at stake when you ignore your nervous system? In this follow-up episode of Inclusion Catalyst, host Mickey Desai continues his conversation with Dr. Rebecca Eldredge, diving deeper into the real-world consequences of dysregulation—on our relationships, our communication, and our ability to lead meaningful change. From subtle shifts in tone and perception to breakdowns in connection and trust, Dr. Eldredge explains how an unregulated nervous system quietly reshapes the way we exp...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Inclusion Catalyst
:

How do I get in touch with Inclusion Catalyst?

Inclusion Catalyst is hosted by Mickey Desai. Its publicly listed email is spicecake68@hotmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Inclusion Catalyst?

The publicly listed email for Inclusion Catalyst: spicecake68@hotmail.com.

How many listeners does Inclusion Catalyst have?

Podseeker estimates Inclusion Catalyst reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Inclusion Catalyst?

Inclusion Catalyst typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: DEI and diversity practitioners (e.g., diversity consultants/principals), licensed mental health professionals working with social justice/workforce well-being, and authors/entrepreneurs addressing literacy and representation through books or related programs. Common among recent guests: Professional leadership in DEI or workplace consulting; Clinical or psychological expertise related to burnout/well-being in advocacy; Authorship/public-facing work with representation in children’s literature. Recent guests include Rebecca Eldredge, Su Joun, and Tiffany Obeng.

How hard is it to get booked on Inclusion Catalyst?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Inclusion Catalyst cover?

Recent episodes cover Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, and Workplace. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

spicecake68@hotmail.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

Get your clients booked on top podcasts

Try us risk free with a FREE 3 days trial.

Start Your Free Trial

Join hundreds of PR teams using Podseeker to pitch and land bookings