Talent Talks
Episodes
32. Solving the Training Impact Mystery with "L&D Detective" Kevin M. Yates
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with self-described "L&D Detective" Kevin M. Yates to uncover what it really takes to prove the impact of learning. We ex...
31. AI in L&D: Beyond the Buzzwords and Gimmicks with Donald Taylor
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Donald Taylor, one of the most influential voices in global L&D and a long-time authority at the intersection of learning ...
30. L&D in 2026: Learning Debt, AI, and Transformation with David Kelly
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As work continues to transform, L&D in 2026 is being forced to rethink how it supports people on the job. In this episode, we sit down with David Kell...
29. Quiet Cracking: The Hidden Crisis in the Workplace with Lia Garvin
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You've heard of Quiet Quitting—but what about Quiet Cracking? We talk to leadership expert Lia Garvin about the growing number of employees who are ...
28. Knowledge mapping: Surfacing employee strengths with Julia Phelan
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your team's most valuable skills aren't written down and the people who have them don't even realize it? In this episode, learning strategist ...
27. Lean L&D: Maximum Impact, Minimum Resources with Michelle Parry-Slater
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When resources are tight but the demand for learning is high, strategy matters more than spend. In this episode, we're joined by Michelle Parry-Slater...
26. Onboarding Beyond Compliance: Designing Moments That Matter with Amin Fard
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most onboarding processes focus on paperwork over people. Amin Fard, CEO at Preppio and co-author of The Onboarding Playbook, explains how to design b...
25. Why We Don't Learn at Work: The Psychology Behind Great Training with Julie Dirksen
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do so many workplace training programs fail to drive real change? In this episode, we sit down with Julie Dirksen, Learning and Design Consultant ...
24. Turning Change Into Opportunity: Keeping Employees Engaged, with Rob Catalano of WorkTango
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you keep employees engaged when everything's in flux? Rob Catalano, Co-Founder and Chief Engagement Officer at WorkTango, joins us to unpack th...
23. The future of workplace training in 2025, with human capital management strategist, Brent Skinner
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The future of workplace training is here — so how can L&D pros prep for new challenges on the horizon? Brent Skinner, future of work expert, joins u...
22. What most leaders get wrong—and how to do it right, with Neena Newberry
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the secret that separates an accidental manager from an inspiring leader who uplifts the workplace? We sit down with trailblazing former Deloit...
21. L&D Stories from the Field with Training Trailblazers Kim Bellini and Randy Schumacher
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Excessive employee turnover, looming deadlines, and tight budgets. Common business challenges that great L&D programs can tame. In this special episod...
20. Supercharging your workplace learning culture with Andy Lancaster, Chief Learning Officer and author.
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A strong learning culture fuels knowledge sharing and personal development. But how? Andy Lancaster, CLO of Reimagine People Development and award-win...
19. The building blocks of reskilling employees, with Boston Consulting Group MD, Sagar Goel
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is reskilling the solution to the rapid decline in skill longevity? If so, how can both organizations and employees flip negative mindsets to ones of ...
18. Mastering a growth mindset and cultivating it in your workforce, with Nikhil Arora
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can we escape the fear of failure and celebrate experimentation rather than just the result? In this episode, Nikhil Arora, shares his tips on how...
17. Training in the world of the hybrid workplace with Gary Cookson
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are we witnessing the end of in-person training in real time? And why is the best learning content similar to the conversations we have with our frien...
16. The benefits of a multigenerational workforce, with Dr. Eliza Filby
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is the secret to embracing business change an all-age workforce? And what are the skills that Gen Z need to outpace AI? We get the answers with genera...
15. Making L&D a business priority with Dr. Keith Keating
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can L&D overcome the 3 biggest challenges facing companies today? Why is L&D failing to get approval from the C-suite? Dr. Keith Keating, the awar...
14. Hiring from within: The abundant talent that's under your nose with HR expert, Edie Goldberg
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the number one strategy to tap into existing skills—without spending on outside help? And are you overlooking internal talent? Edie Goldberg,...
13. Hitting the mark: How to create top-tier training with L&D consultant, Dr. Heidi Kirby
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the 5 key elements of relevant training? And what's the 1 training metric that could lose L&D pros their jobs? In this episode we invite L&D ...
12. The evolution of eLearning with AI strategist, Stella Lee
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does the surge of generative AI mean for the future of L&D? And how will the roles of L&D pros be reimagined in response? Season two of 'Keep it ...
11. Unlocking Gen Z's full potential in the workplace with generational expert, Mark Perna
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the biggest truths and misconceptions about Gen Z in the workforce? How can managers adapt their leadership style to play to the strengths an...
10. The Power Skills to Future-proof Your Teams with Dr. Michelle Weise
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the three power skills every professional needs for the future? How do the human skills employees build in their personal lives benefit the w...
9. Defining and Decoding Company Culture with Dr. André Martin
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is company culture? Is it ping-pong tables and perks? Is it the values we talk about internally? Or is it the way the company works "on a random ...
8. Reclaiming Control of Our Digital Lives with Digital Wellness Expert, Amy Blankson
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can we get smarter with the devices we always have with us? And, do workplaces have the responsibility to help their employees become more intentional...
7. Empathy and Inclusivity in the Workplace with Dr. Poornima Luthra
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean for an organization to be truly inclusive? How can you confront biases and become an active ally without causing conflict? We sit do...
6. Preparing for the AI-powered workplace with OpenDialog AI co-founder, Ronald Ashri
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's on the horizon beyond ChatGPT? How can you prepare for AI-led digital transformation? We sit down with Ronald Ashri to discuss everything from ...
5. Navigating non-linear career paths with veteran Talent Exec, Rusty Rueff
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What can a jack of many trades bring to the table? Join us as we explore why 'squiggly line' careers are great news for both employees and employers. ...
4. Design Thinking in the Workplace with Innovation Strategist Karen Hold
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can Design Thinking open the gateway to workplace innovation? Is empathy the thread that unravels the tangle of creative problem-solving? And can visu...
3. Power Up Training: Interactive Content Design with Gamification Guru Karl Kapp
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can we make sure employees are active and engaged during training? It's time to elevate our learning game. We talk with Karl Kapp, Gamification an...
2. Squads, Scrums & Spotify with Agile Coach Henrik Kniberg
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can autonomous squads and agile principles unleash the potential of our teams and help businesses scale? We chat to Henrik Kniberg, the coder-turn...
1. Defying Distance Using Distributed Teams with the "Oracle of Remote Work" Darren Murph
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can managers make sure their remote teams don't just survive, but thrive? We sit down with Darren Murph who's been preaching the benefits of borde...