# The Meritocracy Paradox with Emilio J. Castilla

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Published: 2026-07-02T15:31:57+00:00
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## Resource

What if the very systems designed to reward talent and hard work are actually creating unfair outcomes—and most organizations don't even realize it? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Emilio J. Castilla on his Nautilus award-winning new book The Meritocracy Paradox: Where Talent Management Strategies Go Wrong and How to Fix Them. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.com Emilio J. Castilla is Professor of Management and Professor of Work and Organization Studies at the MIT Sloan School of Management. A globally recognized scholar, author, and speaker, he studies how organizations shape careers, workplace outcomes, and organizational success. His work challenges conventional thinking about merit, fairness, opportunity, and performance, helping leaders build more effective and equitable organizations. https://emiliojcastilla.org Order on Amazon: https://a.co/d/03kVE7MP Discover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and changemakers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit https://www.mariannepestana.com Explore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: https://www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/ Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne

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