HR Collection Playlist

Euro Extravaganza '22

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This show has it all. European predictions for 2022 (Oh boy, Monster's not going to like this). LinkedIn news (Clubhouse isn't going to like this ei...

#MyDisabledLifeIsWorthy

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

CDC Director says WHAT?!? This week Julie and Torin catch up on vaccine mandates, ADHD at the car the dealership, and why the CDC Director is under fi...

Happy New Year with Inclusive AF

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jackye and Katee are back in the mix and having some conversations on what we hope this new year brings for us and for you! Welcome to 2022!! If you ...

CodeSignal CEO Tigran Sloyan on Raising Money for Growth

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talk with CodeSignal CEO Tigran Sloyan about raising venture money, then putting it to work.

Jan. 10: Court Goes Against Canvas; LinkedIn Launches Events Platform

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's news roundup: Canvas ordered to give up domain; LinkedIn launches an event platform and more. 

Front-Line Technology in the Age of Covid

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the challenges of serving deskless workers, as well as the impact of Covid on front-line technology solutions.

Predictions 2022 w/ Sackadomus

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year again: Predictions! Where'd we get it right and (mostly) wrong in 2021? And what are the bold guesses we're making for 2022 for...

Who Needs Recruiters?? Everyone!

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The world seems a bit smaller when Shelley visits Europe for Christmas and sees first hand the staffing shortage exists there too.  Recruitment Insi...

2022 We Back!!

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

2022 and Julie and Torin are back behind the mics. Ready to bring more realness, more truth and more humanity to every aspect of our lives and yours! ...

Software, Analytics and Compliance

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How software helps businesses reduce their risks, maximize opportunities and keep up with constantly changing regulatory requirements.

Firing Squad: Grayscale's Ty Abernethy

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You're probably texting right now, aren't you? And if you're not texting now, you will be soon. That's why text recruiting remains such a hot solution...

Ep. 20: Suzanne Lucas - The Great January Exodus

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When Suzanne Lucas‘s post, If You Think The Great Resignation Is Bad, Just Wait Until January, popped up in my feed, I knew I had to invite her on...

Jan. 3: Skillsoft Picks Up Codeacademy; HR Tech Spending Rises

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Skillsoft picks up Codeacademy, HR technology spending increased during 2021, and more.

What Women Want w/ Romy Newman

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the best companies to work for if you're a woman in 2021? Female-focused employee review site Fairygodboss is a good place to start. Co-found...

Paradox Unicorns while Randstad Face Plants

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Turns out, recording this podcast was the only thing standing between Chad & Cheese and a bottomless bottle of Blanton's to ring in the New Year ... s...

The CATK Interview: Plantation Theory Author, John Graham, Part Two

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Torin and Julie in welcoming HBCU grad, author, and employer brand guru, John Graham to the show in part one of a two part interview you will not...

The CATK Interview: Plantation Theory Author, John Graham, Part One

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Torin and Julie in welcoming HBCU grad, author, and employer brand guru, John Graham to the show in part one of a two part interview you will not...

The CATK Interview: Joann Lockwood and Jennings Wynn

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Torin and Julie in welcoming LGBTQ+ leaders, Joann and Jennings as our end of year interview series wraps us up with some of the brightest and mo...

The CATK Interview: Joann Lublin

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Joann S. Lublin was management news editor for The Wall Street Journal, working with reporters in the U.S. and abroad, until she retired in April 2018...

Dec. 20: Zoom Invests in Clovers; New Fountain Tools

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week: Zoom's Apps Fund invests in Clovers AI, Fountain launches new products, and more in this week's roundup.

Crystal Ball Gazing for 2022

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Allie Knull, Founder of ResumeFree joins as co-host with Serge and Shelley. Grinch for hire - the only time getting a 1 star rating is the point. Whe...

Making Moves

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Chad is reenergized and back after another stint in Europe, Joel is drinking Corona's on a beach in Mexico, and Mr. ATS (Peter Gold) slides into the g...

Ep 400: Future Forces

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When I launched this podcast almost six years ago, I had an expectation that I was in it for the long haul, but I couldn't have imagined that 400 epis...

Getting Inclusive AF with Joshua Gilbert

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this episode, Jackye and Katee talk to Joshua Gilbert. Joshua Gilbert, CEO, and Founder, Circle Search, LLC. He has championed over 19 years in...

The Great Awakening w/ Andrew Flowers

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The pandemic, labor shortages, and a supply chain debacle have opened our eyes to many subjects like immigration, wages, retirement, remote work, work...

Talking Strategy With Cornerstone's Heidi Spirgi

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cornerstone’s acquisition by Clearlake Capital, the pandemic’s impact on the company’s approach and its commitment to content.

Best of 2021 - Joel's Picks

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The year that was 2021 didn't turn out exactly as expected. Business travel didn't come back, the Delta variant threw a big monkey wrench in the party...

Bunch of Dumb Dolphins

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Smaller markets are so underserved yet such a delight to do business with. Serge and Shelley do a road trip to visit a great organization who are sinc...

HelloTeam CEO Tanya Bakalov on Covid and the Importance of Culture

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're thinking that entire employee experience encompasses so much more, and the pressure is that much higher on all of us.

Getting Inclusive AF with Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jackye and Katee speak with Dr. Olomara Uwedimo. Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo is an empowerment coach, business development & growth ...

TextKernel Catches a Whopper!

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Chad is too busy building his Portuguese real estate empire, we've brought on industry Brainfooder Hung Lee to the show to join Cheese and Lieven in t...

Canada meets Australia - Tapod joins The Recruitment Flex

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

TaPod of Australian fame joins The Recruitment Flex for a world view on talent acquisition. With Harvey the office dog riding shotgun, we see the worl...

Dec. 6: LinkedIn Launches Integrations

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week: LinkedIn launches new ATS integrations, Dice introduces 'Unbiased Sourcing Mode' and more.

Diversity Hiring Report 2021

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you read SmartRecruiters' "Diversity Hiring Report"? aka The path to Hell is paved with good intentions... Ya' should, even if it is a little dep...

Clovers AI's CEO Doug Leonard on How Tech Improves Hiring

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Managers often pursue ineffective lines of questioning that push a search off-track.

Ep 396: Talent Acquisition Revolution

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We often talk about evolution in talent acquisition. That has always seemed appropriate in an area where the pace of change has been relatively slow c...

Best of 2021 - Chad's Picks

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Chad and Cheese have been podcasting since March of 2017 and have published nearly 800 episodes! During that time they have never pulled together ...

Are you Happy at Work?

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Super Dad to the Rescue, when you’re little ones are sick and mom is under the weather, you do what you gotta for and clean up puke. Benefits beyon...

The CATK Interview: Plantation Theory Author, John Graham, Part One

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Torin and Julie in welcoming HBCU grad, author, and employer brand guru, John Graham to the show in part one of a two part interview you will not...

Firing Squad: Turazo's Pete Cipollone

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Video remains one of the hottest technologies around when it comes to recruiting, and one company, Turazo, approaches it in a whole new way, bringing ...

Ep 395: The Challenges Of Recruiting Recruiters

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We've been talking continuously about challenging talent markets on this podcast since March. However, we've not so far mentioned the one specific ski...

Ep 394: Lessons From Startups

28 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Although I've tended to work with very large enterprise businesses as a consultant, I've always been fascinated by startups and the lessons larger, mo...

Ep 393: Hiring From Marginalised Groups

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For many years I've been reading about the work UK retailer Timpson does to hire ex-offenders and other marginalised groups. What they do is a win win...

Pornhub on my Mind

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome guest co-host Michelle Berg and we realize the dangers of mixing alcohol and MC’ing an HR event, this is your cautionary tale. ...

Thankful Turkeys

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It ain’t cool being a jive turkey so close to Thanksgiving, but it's definitely cool listening to the Thanksgiving Day episode of The Chad & Cheese ...

Aaron Smith, ADP's SVP of Product Development

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Patterns are changing, especially when so many workers feel empowered to jump from their current jobs.

Aaron Smith, ADP's SVP of Product Development

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Patterns are changing, especially when so many workers feel empowered to jump from their current jobs.

Indeed? Where we're going, we don't need Indeed.

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tiger King is back on Netflix, which makes the fact there's even an episode this week pretty amazing, but as much as we're junkies for Joe Exotic, we'...

Getting Inclusive AF with Jes and Jessica

18 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Katee and Jackye speak to Jes and Jessica, co-founders of the Rise Journey, a DEI Consultancy. They share their thoughts on a number ...

The CATK Interview: Baltimore Artist Kim Rice

18 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Torin and Julie in welcoming creator of Being White, Redlining, and The Inheritance on a must listen interview. Kim Rice creates large-scale work...

cube 19 Feels Horny

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you hugged a veteran today? As we record on Veterans Day, Drill Sergeant Sowash breaks down ways to go beyond "Thank you for your service" and pe...

Where's my Money!?

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Shelley came bearing gifts for Serge’s sweet little girls and they got to meet IRL over the weekend! Plus Shelley’s oldest son, Chandler crossed t...

The Death of Engracia Figueroa, United Airlines, and All Wheels Up

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Torin and Julie discuss United Airlines ableism and the death of Engracia Figueroa and joined by special guests CEO, Michele Irwin, and Fou...

Getting Inclusive AF with Tara Robertson and Alexandra Samuel

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jackye and Katee had more fun with Tara Robertson and she brought a friend! Alexandra Samuel and Tara recently published an article in the Harvard Bus...

Licking Our Wounds

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Allyn & Tracey break down the emotions behind navigating moments when transformation programs fails. The spawn for this article is based on Allyn's pe...

Licking Our Wounds

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Allyn & Tracey break down the emotions behind navigating moments when transformation programs fails. The spawn for this article is based on Allyn's pe...

Licking Our Wounds

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Allyn & Tracey break down the emotions behind navigating moments when transformation programs fails. The spawn for this article is based on Allyn's pe...

Rare Breed w/ Sunny Bonnell

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Every company is looking to discover rare breeds, whether they be in the company already, or roaming the pastures of commerce externally. But the HOW ...

Ep 388: Candidates In Control

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Challenging talent markets and the increasing adoption of AI-driven technology are driving a revolution in recruiting. We now see recruiting automatio...

Ep 387: Assessment Innovation

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last couple of years, I've become fascinated by the innovation in the tools available to assess candidates in the recruiting process. While t...

Indeed Tomfuckery

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The industry remains as hot as ever, which is good because there's some Halloween weight I'm trying to burn. Anyway, Indeed leads off the show with th...

Ep. 19: Girish Jain & Josh Goldstien - Hiring The People You Really Want

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When the fabulous Ed Han suggests you interview two of his favourite hiring managers, you know it'll be a brilliant conversation! And it would seem I ...

Calvin Ridley, Black CDO Fired, and Hospitality Woes

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

.Calvin Ridley leaves the NFL for his metal well-being. Was the response different from a female athlete's focus on mental health? Memorial Hermann He...

Workforce Revolution: Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere!

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're usually pretty skeptical about company-sponsored surveys. Not surprisingly, the data usually turns out to be a self-serving pile of hot garbage ...

Inclusive AF Live!

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

 Join us as we celebrate the 50th episode of Inclusive AF and share some of our memories!

Chats with Smart People - Coby Schneider, Workforce Strategy Intel Corporation

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Allyn & Tracey have a fascinating conversation with Coby Schneider from Intel. Coby has a an intriguing career path from TA operations and recruitment...

Click Here!

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week is a bit different as we will be airing our 100th episode, so for this 99th episode we decided to do our weekly recruitment insight episode....

Ep 385: Aligning Talent Acquisition & Talent Management

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As external talent markets get ever more challenging, internal mobility is becoming a more significant issue. Unsurprisingly then, one of the major th...

It's the Serge Show...

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kim Wilkinson teams up with Serge to try to sell Shelley on getting a French Bulldog! We also tackle some recruitment topics. Should compan...

LinkedIn Slices Fiverr

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What's scarier than ghosts and goblins on Halloween? How about LinkedIn looking to slice up Fiverr and Upwork, The Great Resignation heads to a Denv...

Citigroup Racial Audit, Texas AGAIN, and the NDEAM 10

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Citigroup agrees to conduct a racial equity audit, perhaps to some of their executives chagrin. Texas Legislature continues attacks on it's citizenry ...

Ep 384: Diversity In Action

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There is a lot of talk about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in talent acquisition, but when you dig below the surface, the amount of practical action...

EEOC Talks A.I. w/ Commissioner Keith Sonderling

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Technology has been a great thing for recruiting, but there's a dark side. Namely, artificial intelligence. A.I. has made companies more efficient and...

"Lest We Forget" CSN Maryland Printing Hate, Buttigieg Parental Leave and Opposing the Holocaust

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Print media's history of Printing Hate exposed. Do gay parents Pete and Chasten "deserve" parental leave? And Texas makes the show again with their ne...

Ep 383: Recruitonomics

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Talent markets are crazy, recruiting is tough, and it can be challenging to get any sort of perspective on what is going on. So how can we make sense ...

Free(Lance)dom

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Shelley was a cat person, I know surprising right?? but now she has decided it's time for a dog so we're looking for recommendations on breeds that sh...

BetterUp Lands A Great Deel

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stop me if you've heard this one before: HR tech company gets buckets of money. Well, the song remains the same this week, as companies like BetterUp,...

Ep. 18: David Allen Moss - Evergreen Is Not On Mute!

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After The Chad, introduced me to the fabulous people at Evergreen Podcasts, who now host this very podcast, and we got chatting about hiring disasters...

Ep 382: HR's Impact On Talent Brand

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With everything that is going on in the market, it is more important than ever to understand the factors that make people feel positive enough to want...

Getting Inclusive AF with Amanda Young

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda Young has just authorized an amazing children's book and she is here to share what drove her to write the book, "Jumo the Unicorn". Amanda is s...

Euro Unicorns & Facebook Bribes?

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know bathing in beer is taking Europe by storm? Yeah, that's the kind of show you can expect as you push Play. Volonte CEO and founder Daniel ...

Trakstar's Julie Rieken on Experience and the Great Resignation

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about candidates, employees and their behavior during the Great Resignation.

LinkedIn Unplugged

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're numb over unicorns, well, get over it. This week, the boys highlight two more newly minted members of the Billion Dollar Valuation Club. Yup...

What Recruiters Want

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a time that recruiters have leverage when it comes to picking the right role with the right company at the right price. We offer our insights ...

Getting Inclusive AF with Joseph Ifiegbu

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jackye and Katee chat with Joseph Ifiegbu about futbol, dream jobs and the tool he co-founded that can help HR teams by analyzing the...

Ep 381: People First Automation

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Recruiting automation via conversational AI is proving to be an effective way to help solve some of the unique challenges in today's talent markets. ...

Canceling Chapelle, NC LT Gov's "Filth" and a Raiders' Superfan

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our reaction to Dave Chapelle's most recent Netflix Special and the hypocrisy of cancel culture. NC LT Gov doubles down calling LGBTQ individuals "fil...

Ep 380: Transformational Hiring

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Digital transformation is currently one of the fundamental drivers of talent strategy for many organizations. Ensuring your company has the right bala...

Strivr CEO Derek Belch on How VR Learning is Becoming Real

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Strivr CEO Derek Belch discusses how VR learning works and where it’s going.

CareerBuilder is Sinking

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The weather is getting cooler in America, but we can lucky still stay warm with the hot embers of the ongoing CareerBuilder dumpster fire. This time, ...

Ep 379: The Right To Remain Human

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As our working lives become ever more focused on digital screens and devices, how can employers ensure that they support their employees' mental welln...

It's Raining Men

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Serge drops that he will be retiring from recruitment to run for city council next election in 2025. Will the things he's said on this podcast hurt hi...

Ep 378: Values Driven Retention and Recruiting

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping employees is as difficult as attracting employees at the moment, and, as ever, it is particularly tough in the tech sector. The relationship b...

Bruce's Beach is Bruce's Again

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

LA County has returned stolen land in Manhattan Beach to the Bruce Family. This week, California Gov Newsom signs legislation to return $75MM worth o...

Will Freelancers Save Europe?

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Germany's new chancellor is named Olaf, which is also the name of the snowman from Frozen. Where are we going with this? No clue, but this episode of ...

Hiring Events vs. Career Fairs

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we bring one of our favourite person in recruitment Allie Knull. Allie shares some exciting personal news and brings the fire! We deep dive...

Ep 377: Strategic AI

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Talent Acquisition is uniquely challenging at the moment. Impossible talent markets, virtual recruiting, and evolving EVPs are just a small selection ...

Double Unicorn

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Love unicorns? This episode of your favorite podcast has two, baby! That's right, Gem and Andela have joined the ranks of the $1 billion club. And by ...

The CATK Interview: Gerard Charlot

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Gerard Charlot is passionate about helping the BIPOC community by addressing systemic challenges in the health care system by educating people of colo...

3 Canaries that Survived the Coal Mine

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kim joins Shelley & Serge as our special co-host. After we get all the nicitiest out of the way, it gets pretty dicey. You can hear Serge blushing a...