Human Side Up

Human Side Up

What happens when we stop ticking boxes and start building real change? Hosted by Natasha Nuytten, CEO of CLARA, Human Side Up flips the script on diversity, equity, and inclusion by diving into the raw, authentic stories behind the headlines.

This isn’t about policies or platitudes—it’s about the leaders, changemakers, and innovators rewriting the rules. From CEOs rethinking workplace culture to advocates championing worthy causes, we uncover the strategies and human moments driving true transformation.

With every episode, we go deeper—exploring the processes, breakthroughs, and bold decisions shaping workplaces and communities where everyone belongs. If you’re ready to challenge norms, rethink leadership, and reimagine what’s possible, this is the podcast for you.

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What 42 Years in Baseball Taught Me About Building Teams That Win | Kenneth Williams
What 42 Years in Baseball Taught Me About Building Teams That Win | Kenneth Williams

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What 42 Years in Baseball Taught Me About Building Teams That Win | Kenneth Williams
June 4, 2025

What 42 Years in Baseball Taught Me About Building Teams That Win | Kenneth Williams

Breaking Barriers: Leadership, Bias & the Business of Being Human What does it take to lead with conviction—when the world would rather see you fail? In this episode, Natasha Nuytten sits down with Kenneth Williams, former ML...
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The Power of Workplace Relationships | Jason Lauritsen
May 21, 2025

The Power of Workplace Relationships | Jason Lauritsen

From Metrics to Meaning: Reinventing Leadership Through Connection What if the key to better performance isn’t found in KPIs or dashboards—but in deeper human relationships? In this episode, Natasha Nuytten sits down with Jas...
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Lessons from a Self-Made Billionaire | Liz Elting
May 7, 2025

Lessons from a Self-Made Billionaire | Liz Elting

From Dorm Room to $1B: Power, Purpose, and the Future of Women’s Leadership What does it take to build a billion-dollar company—and still center purpose, people, and progress? In this episode, Natasha sits down with Liz Eltin...
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A Leadership Coach's Perspective | Luis Velasquez
April 23, 2025

A Leadership Coach's Perspective | Luis Velasquez

From Adversity to Empowerment: Resilience, Leadership, and the Human Factor Leadership isn’t just about influence—it’s about overcoming, adapting, and showing up with purpose. In this episode, Natasha sits down with Luis Vela...
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Transforming Women's Soccer | TMJ Co-CEO, Sara Toussaint
April 9, 2025

Transforming Women's Soccer | TMJ Co-CEO, Sara Toussaint

What does it take to break barriers in sports leadership? Sara Toussaint, Co-CEO of TMJ, for an insightful conversation on leadership, diversity in sports, and the future of women’s athletics. From growing up in Chicago’s vib...
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How Empathy Drives Business Success | Union Pacific VP, Tonya Eggspuehler & RISE CEO, Jeremy Bouman
March 26, 2025

How Empathy Drives Business Success | Union Pacific VP, Tonya Eggspuehler & RISE CEO, Jeremy Bouman

Leadership takes many forms—whether it’s driving change within a Fortune 500 company or transforming lives through second chances. In this episode, Natasha sits down with Tonya Eggspuehler, VP of Organizational Development an...
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