HR Happy Hour Network

HR Happy Hour Network

At Work in America, the longest running and top downloaded HR podcast, focuses on human resources, management, leadership, and workforce technology. The show is hosted by Steve Boese, the Co-Chair of the HR Technology Conference and Trish Steed, CEO of H3 HR Advisors.

Episodes

October 17, 2025 17 mins

The Increasing Impact of AI on Job Descriptions and Applications

Host: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Yutaka Takagi, Principal Product Evangelist at isolved

 

In this podcast episode, recorded live at the HR Technology Conference & Expo, Mervyn talks with Yutaka Takagi, principal product evangelist at software development organisation isolved, about the transformative impact of AI on Talent Acquisition and job applications.

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Gen Z and The Power of Nostalgia

Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

 

Summary

In this episode of The Play by Play, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer explore the concept of nostalgia in marketing, particularly how companies are leveraging it to connect with Gen Z. They discuss the psychological effects of nostalgia, its impact on consumer behavior, and the risks associated with nostalgia marketing. The c...

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Revolutionizing Feedback: The Joyous Approach

Hosts: Steve BoeseTrish Steed

Guest: Ruby Kolesky, CEO at Joyous

 

Welcome back to the System of Record!

In this episode, Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Ruby Kolesky, CEO of Joyous, to discuss the innovative approach of Joyous in transforming employee feedback into actionable insights through AI. Ruby shares her unique journey from aspiring comedian to te...

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September 30, 2025 40 mins

Rethinking HR with AI: The Gia Effect

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Laura Maffucci, Head of HR at Globalization Partners (G-P)

 

Summary

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour, Steve Boese and Trish Steed chat with Laura Maffucci, Head of HR at Globalization Partners (G-P), to discuss the transformative role of AI in HR, particularly through G-P's innovative product, Gia. The conversatio...

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September 26, 2025 26 mins

Back to Business: Training Beyond the Manual

Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

 

Summary

In this episode of The Play by Play, hosts Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer discuss the critical role of job training, particularly from the perspective of Gen Z employees. They explore the challenges faced by new graduates in the job market, the importance of mentorship, and how company culture influences trainin...

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September 23, 2025 22 mins

The HR Happy Hour LIVE from HR Tech: Harri

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guests: Tom Horne & Jayson SabaHarri

 

Summary

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour, live from the HR Technology Conference, Steve and Trish met with guests Tom Horne and Jayson Saba to discuss the critical role of frontline workers in the economy and how technology can enhance their experience. Together, they...

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The HR Happy Hour LIVE from HR Tech: Darwinbox

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Samrat Krishna, Head of Marketing, US at Darwinbox

 

Summary

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour, live from the HR Technology Conference, Steve and Trish met with Samrat Krishna, Head of Marketing for Darwinbox, to discuss the evolving landscape of HR technology. They explore the advantages of AI in HR, the import...

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Overcoming Addiction and Supporting Others in Their Healing Journey

Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed

Guest: Bryan Wempen, Author, F**K My Demons

Summary

We’re bringing back an important conversation for National Recovery Month - an encore presentation of last year’s podcast on addiction recovery. The message is just as timely and powerful today.

Today, we met with author Bryan Wempen to talk about addiction,...

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September 5, 2025 28 mins

Creating a New Operating Model for HR

Host: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer of PTHR

 

In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Perry Timms, who has been five times recognised by HR Magazine as one of the Most Influential Thinkers in HR, about his new book - The HR Operating Model.

 

During the conversation they discuss:

  • Why we need a new operating model that aligns wi...
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Upskilling Opportunities Creating Pathways to Success

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Patricia Gill, Director of Workforce Development at NRAEF and Leader of the HOPES Program

 

Summary

In this episode of At Work In America, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Patricia Gill, Director of Workforce Development at the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. They d...

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Creative Approaches to Employee Financial Wellbeing

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Einat Steklov, CEO & Co-founder of Kashable

 

Summary

In this episode of At Work in America, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed sit down with Einat Steklov, CEO and co-founder of Kashable, to discuss financial well-being in the workplace. The conversation explores how employers can support their employees’ ...

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August 22, 2025 43 mins

Back to School… 4 Years Later

Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

Game Time Guest: Carleigh McFarlane

 

Summary

In this episode of The Play by Play, hosts Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer reflect on their college experiences, discussing the transition from high school to college, personal challenges, the importance of friendships and networking, and the surprises they encountered along the way. They...

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The Case for In-Person: The Hidden Limits of Remote and Hybrid Work

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Peter Cappelli, George W. Taylor Professor of Management and Director of Wharton's Center for Human Resources

 

Summary

In this episode of At Work in America, Steve Boese and Trish Steed chat with Peter Cappelli, a renowned expert on management and human resources, to discuss the evolving landscape ...

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How HR Can Unlock the Power of the Multi-Generational Workforce

Host: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Lyndsey Simpson, Founder and CEO of the 55Redefined Group

 

In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Lyndsey Simpson, Founder and CEO of the 55Redefined Group, about workplace diversity and the changing landscape of retirement, with a focus on the value of -and misconceptions surrounding - older workers. She is al...

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Host: Steve Boese, Trish Steed 

Guest: Brad Anderson, President of Products, UX, Engineering & Ecosystem, Qualtrics 

Welcome back to the System of Record!  

In this episode, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed dive into the transformative power of AI in customer and employee experience management with Brad Anderson of Qualtrics. On the show we discuss how AI is revolutionizing the way organizations listen, u...

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Using HR Analytics to Create a Data-Driven HR Culture

Host: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Dr Prerna Tambay, Kingston Business School

In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Dr. Prerna Tambay from Kingston Business School, one of the few academics who has done pioneering work in the area of HR analytics and digital HR.

During the conversation they discuss:

- Defining HR analytics and why it is essential for modern HR teams

- How...

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Workplace Movie Hall of Fame - Still Alice

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

 

Summary

In this episode of the At Work In America show, hosts Steve and Trish explore the film 'Still Alice,' looking its profound themes surrounding Alzheimer's disease, identity, and the challenges of caregiving. They discuss how the film reflects workplace dynamics, the impact of health issues on career identity, and the imp...

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Driving Improved Performance Powered by AI

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Yvette Cameron, SVP Global Cloud HCM Strategy and Marketing at Oracle

 

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In this episode of the HR Happy Hour Show, hosts Steve and Trish discuss the transformative impact of AI on HR and talent management with Yvette Cameron from Oracle. They explore how AI is changing the way organizations approach performance managemen...

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Bad Posts and Best Bets

Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

 

Summary

In this episode of The Play by Play, Jack and Nick discuss significant social media blunders made by major brands, highlighting the consequences of poor marketing decisions in the digital age. They analyze specific cases involving Adidas, Burger King, DiGiorno, and the House of Illuminati, emphasizing the lasting impact of social media...

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From Applause to Impact with the Recognition Effect

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Sarah Whitman, SVP of E-Commerce, Workhuman

 

Summary

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour Show, hosts Steve and Trish discuss the critical role of recognition in the workplace with Sarah Whitman, Senior Vice President of E-commerce at Workhuman. They explore how recognition drives employee engagement, the importance of...

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