Is the push for diversity broadening our horizons or stifling us? Insight delves into this question with guests including Osama, who was told he could only ever play a security guard in TV because of his race. Monique runs a diversity modelling agency for "all people" except overweight individuals, and those who are gender-diverse or trans. Corey lost work and contacts due to the "woke" film industry. Jahin believes in workplace diversity that reflects client needs. Professor Andrew emphasises that diversity of thought is crucial and should be prioritised in businesses. Faheem changed his name to something more Anglo and suddenly received responses to his job applications. Abbir got her start in media through a diversity placement program. Verity participated in a blind hiring experiment by the ABS. Maggie wanted to diversify her friendship group by finding more male friends. Karan, who is blind and Indian, is passionate about diversity, especially within the disability space. Nathanial posted a job ad valuing diversity of thought over "woke" ideals. Sheetal supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion if the focus is on inclusion.
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