UNBOXING OD: Exploring the Work Behind the Work

By Kenneth Pearson

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Unboxing OD is your guide to making sense of Organizational Development - one thoughtful conversation at a time. Hosted by Kenneth Pearson, seasoned OD practitioner and author of The Flow of Five Tiers, this podcast unpacks the complexity of organizational life with clarity, compassion, and a bit of edge. 


Whether you're an early-career OD professional, a leader trying to navigate change, or simply someone who believes workplaces can be more human, you'll find grounded insights and actionable takeaways here. While most episodes are solo deep dives into the fieldwork and philosophy behind OD, we also feature voices from the field, bringing in experts, newcomers, and those who challenge the status quo. 


No jargon. No endless theory. Just practical wisdom, lived experience, and a steady focus on making organizations better for the people who keep them alive. 


Ready to deepen your OD practice? Connect with Kenneth on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/unboxing-od-podcast or visit the Pearson & Pearson LLC website at www.pearsonpearson.llc.


Episode Date
Episode 36: Creating Joyful Workplaces - Curiosity, Learning, and Growth with Yolanda Fraction
Apr 24, 2026
Episode 35: Strategy, Systems, and Succession - Inside STL-ODN's Growth Story
Mar 05, 2026
Episode 34: Making Change Human Again - A Conversation with Dr. Jason Guttadauria
Jan 16, 2026
Episode 33: The Recruitment System is Broken - Now What?
Jan 09, 2026
Episode 32: The OD Perspective on Wellness - A Conversation with Dr. Katina Sawyer
Oct 29, 2025
Episode 31: Pop Culture, Real Lessons - Teaching Leadership with Dr. Sy Islam
Oct 10, 2025
Episode 30: Hustling With Heart - Jenn Stevens on Presence, Ownership, and Developing Leaders from Any Seat
Sep 26, 2025
Episode 29: Strategic Clarity, Leadership, and AI - Marcus Dudley on Modern Leadership in the Digital Age
Sep 19, 2025
Episode 28: The Invisible Medal - Leading with a Higher Purpose with Chris Richie
Sep 05, 2025
Episode 27: Unspoken Truths, Quiet Legacies - Five Reflections on Work and Self
Aug 25, 2025
Episode 26: The Inner Work of Leadership - A Conversation with Poor Bear Chalepah
Aug 19, 2025
Episode 25: OD Burnout Is Real - Protecting Your Capacity in the Work That Holds So Much
Aug 11, 2025
Episode 24: Change by Design - A Conversation with Melissa Donegan
Aug 07, 2025
Episode 23: Inclusion, Community, & Compassion - Alex Ochoa & The Work of Becoming
Jul 21, 2025
Episode 22: When the Diagnosis Hurts - Telling the Truth in OD
Jul 14, 2025
Episode 21: Navigating the Transition from L&D to OD with Bethany Rios, MPH
Jul 01, 2025
Episode 20: The Silent Partner - Power in Organizations
Jun 26, 2025
Episode 19: Allyship in Action with Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Jun 16, 2025
Episode 18: The Myth of the Quick Fix - Why OD Work Takes Time
Jun 09, 2025
Episode 17: From Idea to Impact - Designing Strategic, Human-Centered Interventions
May 26, 2025
Episode 16: The Power of Storytelling in Organizational Development
May 14, 2025
Episode 15: The Flow of Five Tiers - Seeing the Whole System
Apr 30, 2025
Episode 14: Building Trust & Credibility as an OD Practitioner
Apr 21, 2025
Episode 13: A Day in the Life - The Key Responsibilities of an OD Professional
Apr 13, 2025
Episode 12: Followership - The Unsung Power Behind Great Leadership
Mar 31, 2025
Episode 11: Systems, Ethics, Balance, & Growth - The OD Practitioner Mindset
Mar 16, 2025
Episode 10: What Does an Organizational Development Professional Actually Do?
Mar 04, 2025
Episode 09: Leading with Purpose - The Connection Between Leadership & Management (Bonus Episode)
Feb 26, 2025
Episode 08: From Silence to Strength - How OD Practitioners Encourage Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Feb 10, 2025
Episode 07: Leading the Way - How Leadership Defines the Success of Organizational Development
Feb 03, 2025
Episode 06: More Than Words - Aligning Culture and Strategy for Real Impact
Jan 29, 2025
Episode 05: From Metrics to Meaning - Evaluating OD Success
Jan 16, 2025
Episode 04: The OD Practitioner - Detective, Architect, & Culture Shaper
Dec 30, 2024
Episode 03: Communication - The Heartbeat of Organizational Success
Dec 23, 2024
Episode 02: The Human Side of Change - Keys to Leading Successful Transitions
Dec 16, 2024
Episode 01: Introducing Organizational Development - The Human-Centered Approach
Dec 06, 2024