The Elephant in the Org
The "Elephant in the Org" podcast is a daring dive into the unspoken challenges and opportunities in organizational development, particularly in the realm of employee experience. Hosted by the team at The Fearless PX, we tackle the "elephants" in the room—those taboo or ignored topics—that are critical for creating psychologically safe and highly effective workplaces.
The Elephant in the Org
Strong, Silent, and Suffering: Miscarriage, Motherhood, and the Workplace with Ashley Kera
Pregnancy loss, infertility, and the challenges of motherhood remain some of the biggest workplace taboos—until now. In this deeply personal and powerful episode, co-hosts Marion, Cacha, and Danny sit down with Ashley Kera to break the silence around miscarriage, the emotional toll of pregnancy in the workplace, and the impossible balancing act so many women face when navigating career and family.
Ashley shares her own journey—one marked by loss, resilience, and tough choices—and unpacks the unspoken pressures that working mothers and aspiring parents experience every day. From outdated policies to workplace shame, we dive into why so many suffer in silence and what organizations (and individuals) can do to change that.
- Why is pregnancy loss still so difficult to talk about at work?
- How do corporate cultures contribute to shame and silence?
- What policies actually support working parents—and which ones just look good on paper?
- How can managers and colleagues show real support?
Whether you've experienced this firsthand, know someone who has, or just want to be a better ally in the workplace, this episode is a must-listen.
Guest Spotlight:
Ashley Kera is the founder of Kera Coaching & Consulting LLC, specializing in talent strategy, people operations, and leadership development. With 13+ years of experience, she helps startups and mid-sized organizations solve complex talent challenges while driving retention and performance. She holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and an Organizational Coaching Certification from Columbia University, bringing a people-first approach to every challenge she tackles.
Connect with Ashley: LinkedIn
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From April 2024, all new episodes of The Elephant In the Org will be posted bi-weekly.
Music Credits:
Opening and closing theme by The Toros.
Production Credits:
Produced by The Fearless PX, Edited by Marion Anderson.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are exclusively those of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect any affiliated organizations’ official policy or position.
