
UNBOXING OD: From Curiosity to Capability in Organizational Development
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/in/kenneth-pearson or visit the Pearson & Pearson LLC website at www.pearsonpearson.llc.
Episodes
Episode 22: When the Diagnosis Hurts - Telling the Truth in OD

Episode 21: Navigating the Transition from L&D to OD with Bethany Rios, MPH

Episode 20: The Silent Partner - Power in Organizations

Episode 19: Allyship in Action with Dr. Victoria Mattingly

Episode 18: The Myth of the Quick Fix - Why OD Work Takes Time

Episode 17: From Idea to Impact - Designing Strategic, Human-Centered Interventions

Episode 16: The Power of Storytelling in Organizational Development

Episode 15: The Flow of Five Tiers - Seeing the Whole System

Episode 14: Building Trust & Credibility as an OD Practitioner

Episode 13: A Day in the Life - The Key Responsibilities of an OD Professional

Episode 12: Followership - The Unsung Power Behind Great Leadership

Episode 11: Systems, Ethics, Balance, & Growth - The OD Practitioner Mindset

Episode 10: What Does an Organizational Development Professional Actually Do?

Episode 09: Leading with Purpose - The Connection Between Leadership & Management (Bonus Episode)

Episode 08: From Silence to Strength - How OD Practitioners Encourage Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Episode 07: Leading the Way - How Leadership Defines the Success of Organizational Development

Episode 06: More Than Words - Aligning Culture and Strategy for Real Impact

Episode 05: From Metrics to Meaning - Evaluating OD Success

Episode 04: The OD Practitioner - Detective, Architect, & Culture Shaper

Episode 03: Communication - The Heartbeat of Organizational Success

Episode 02: The Human Side of Change - Keys to Leading Successful Transitions

Episode 01: Introducing Organizational Development - The Human-Centered Approach
