The Talent Development Hot Seat podcast - The #1 podcast for Learning and Development (L&D), HR, Career Development, Organizational Development, and Leadership Development professionals
The Talent Development Hot Seat podcast is a show dedicated to helping you develop the most important part of your organization – the people! Each week, Andy shares interviews with Talent Development professionals, thought leaders, and experts to share best practices, learn about the latest trends and find out what has been successful in the world of talent development. This podcast and community are designed to enable you to be successful in the world of Talent Development. If you work in Learning and Development (L&D) this is the podcast for you Be sure to check out our website and join our membership community to learn more and connect with other exceptional talent development professionals. http://www.talentdevelopmenthotseat.com/
Episodes
Today, Andy Storch welcomes Ingrid Hu Dahl—leadership coach, author, and founder —to the Talent Development Hot Seat Podcast.
With two decades of experience across corporate, media, nonprofit, and social justice sectors, Ingrid shares her powerful journey from creating spaces for identity expression in youth programs to designing inclusive leadership frameworks at scale in global organizations. Her work is rooted in amplifying under...
Today, Andy Storch welcomes Marc Reede, a lecture agent, and author of "The Coffee Code," to the Talent Development Hot Seat Podcast.
Marc shares his unique journey of connecting celebrities and organizations for speaking engagements, providing him with firsthand access to insights from influential figures across sports, business, and literature. Drawing from these experiences and his work with students, Marc offers practical advice...
In this episode, host Andy Storch welcomes Julie Rodda, SVP and Head of Culture and People at iRhythm Technologies, to the Talent Development Hot Seat Podcast. Julie’s career path is a compelling story of curiosity, adaptability, and embracing unexpected opportunities—starting as an organizational psychologist, moving through consulting and internal talent development leadership roles, and ultimately stepping up to lead all of HR a...
In this episode, host Andy Storch sits down with Fabio Sacoman, Vice President of Learning and Development at Expedia Group. Fabio’s journey into the world of learning and talent development is anything but typical—starting as a chemical engineer in Brazil, working at General Electric, and then spending 18 years building a successful consultancy before making the leap to lead L&D at a global powerhouse like Expedia.
Together, An...
Today, we’re exploring a topic that’s front and center for every talent development leader: building a high-performance culture and cultivating genuine community at work.
The pressure to create thriving, connected, results-focused organizations has never been higher—and getting it right goes far beyond slogans or perks. Developing the right mindset, practices, and community is a true differentiator, especially for fast-growing compa...
Today, Andy sits down with Simmer Singh, a seasoned HR leader with extensive experience spanning Fortune 500 companies across the globe.
This episode dives deep into workplace culture and the concept of cultural intelligence.
Simmer shares;
- Her journey of rebuilding her career in a new culture as an immigrant
- Unique insights into diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- The power of cultural intelligence, how it differs fro...
Today we're diving deep into one of our most popular and timeless topics: measuring impact in talent development.
Many organizations still grapple with proving the tangible effects of their learning and training programs, which is crucial for securing funding, gaining support, and becoming strategic partners within companies.
Our guest, Kevin M. Yates, known fondly as the L&D Detective, joins us once again to:
- Share his wisdo...
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte Evans, the Director of Global Customer Advocacy at Coursera for Business.
Charlotte brings a wealth of expertise in the realm of talent development, focusing on how organizations can drive transformation through upskilling and reskilling initiatives.
Together, they explore;
- The burgeoning trend of skills-based learning
- The pivotal role of AI as both a disruptor and an enabler in the wor...
Today, we are diving into an intriguing topic that is at the forefront of many minds in the talent development sphere: AI transformation in the workplace.
Our episode features a keynote session by Charlotte Evans from Coursera, who serves as the Director of Global Customer Advocacy, specializing in workforce transformation through upskilling and reskilling.
In this episode, originally recorded at the Talent Development Think Tank Co...
In this bonus Q&A with Ash Panjwani, she shares:
- Her proudest moment and biggest failure in her career so far
- A trend that she is following in Talent Development right now
- The biggest challenge she sees in Talent Development today
- Books that have made a big impact on her life
- One piece of career advice she has for you
Ash Panjwani's journey began with a clear vision at an unusually young age. At just 16, while immersed ...
Today we're thrilled to feature Ash Panjwani, the Head of Talent Development at Procore.
Ash brings her wealth of experience from companies like Twilio and VMware to share;
- Her transformative approach to leadership development
- Her unique Define, Drive, and Develop framework
- How the framework aligns leadership expectations to build ecosystems that nurture leaders on a large scale
Whether you're a talent development pro, a ...
Today's episode welcomes Arno Pepperkoorn, the Chief Talent Officer at Omnicom Media Group in the Netherlands, for an insightful conversation on constructing a robust learning academy.
With a wealth of experience in media and creative industries, Arno & Andy discuss;
- The challenges and triumphs of building the HUME Academy, a one-year program designed to develop human media and professional skills for new employees.
- How this...
In this episode, Andy dives deep into the realms of mental health, resilience, emotional well-being, and the importance of courage in the workplace with expert Justine Froelker.
Justine brings over 25 years of experience as a licensed professional counsellor and together they dive into;
- The challenges we face in today's fast-paced world
- Practical advice for improving well-being both at home and at work
- Justine's transformative ca...
In today's episode, Andy sits down with Jill Schulman, a former United States Marine Corps officer and acclaimed expert on the science of bravery.
Together, they explore:
- Courage and bravery within the workplace
- Jills extensive background in military service
- Corporate leadership
- Positive psychology to offer actionable insights on how we can unlock individual and team potential through the science of bravery
- Jills academic research...
In this bonus Q&A with Jonathan Hodge, he shares:
- His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so far
- A trend that he is following in Talent Development right now
- The biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development today
- Books that have made a big impact on his life
- One piece of career advice he has for you
Jonathan Hodge offers a compelling journey of growth and transformation, highlighted by an impressive 22-...
Today, we are diving into a crucial conversation about the ethical use of generative AI in the field of learning and development. Our guest is Jonathan Hodge, the CEO and President of Advantage Performance Group, a professional services firm dedicated to creative learning solutions.
Andy and Jonathan discuss;
- Jonathan's insights on the potential challenges and risks associated with AI.
- Four key guidelines for its ethical use.
- How...
In this bonus Q&A with Rashi, she shares:
- Her proudest moment and biggest failure in her career so far
- A trend that she is following in Talent Development right now
- The biggest challenge she sees in Talent Development today
- Books that have made a big impact on her life
- One piece of career advice she has for you
Rashi Kakkar has a career spanning strategy consulting, sports management, design thinking / service design an...
Today we welcome Rashi Kakkar, Global Manager and Portfolio Lead for Leadership Development at McKinsey & Company. Rashi shares her unique journey from strategy consulting, sports management, and digital transformations to her current role in learning and development.
Together, Andy and Rashi delve into a range of compelling topics, including:
- The Brand of learning and development (L&D)
- Digital transformations
- Scaling and...
In this bonus Q&A with Mehmet, he shares:
- His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so far
- A trend that he is following in Talent Development right now
- The biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development today
- Books that have made a big impact on his life
- One piece of career advice he has for you
His full name is Mehmet Baha and everyone calls him Baha. Since his childhood, he has been fascinated by the ques...
Today we delve into an essential topic for anyone in the world of talent development: Psychological Safety. Our guest, Mehmet Baha, is a renowned expert in this field, having started his career with Facebook in Europe and now conducting extensive research and training on creating and fostering psychological safety in organizations.
In this episode, Mehmet will:
- Share his intriguing journey from his impactful time at Facebook to h...
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