Join Brandi and James as they highlight some of their favorite episodes from this year and explore the themes that connect them. In the second half, they’re joined by colleagues who share what their cross-cultural Christmases have been like in Northern Asia, North Macedonia, and all the way to Papua New Guinea.

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So far in 2026, we’re looking forward to conversations on localization with Dr. Johnstone Ndunde; the impact of individual traumatic stress on organizational health and well-being with Dr. James Covey; caring for workers from the Global South with Diogo Militao; and much more.

Have a Very Merry Christmas!