HRchat Podcast

By: The HR Gazette
  • Summary

  • Listen to the HRchat Podcast by HR Gazette to get insights and tips from HR leaders, influencers and tech experts. Topics covered include HR Tech, HR, AI, Leadership, Talent, Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Recognition, Wellness, DEI, and Company Culture.

    Hosted by Bill Banham, Bob Goodwin, Pauline James, and other HR enthusiasts, the HRchat show publishes interviews with influencers, leaders, analysts, and those in the HR trenches 2-4 times each week.

    The show is approaching 1000 episodes and past guests are from organizations including ADP, SAP, Ceridian, IBM, UPS, Deloitte Consulting LLP, Simon Sinek Inc, NASA, Gartner, SHRM, Government of Canada, Hacking HR, McLean & Company, UPS, Microsoft, Shopify, DisruptHR, McKinsey and Co, Virgin Pulse, Salesforce, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and Coca-Cola Beverages Company.

    Want to be featured on the show? Learn more here.

    Podcast Music Credit"Funky One"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/


    © 2025 The HRchat Podcast and The HR Gazette are the property of Iceni Media Inc.
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Episodes
  • Labor laws and Staying Compliant with Jocelyn King, VirgilHR
    Jan 15 2025

    The guest this time is Jocelyn King, CEO and Founder of VirgilHR, a SaaS solution that empowers HR professionals to make smart, compliant employment and labor law decisions in real time.

    HR has been the passion and focus of Jocelyn’s entire career as she’s supported high-growth technology start-ups and public companies throughout her tenure. She defines herself as a true HR generalist and has touched on all aspects of HR in her senior roles.

    Jocelyn has strong expertise in creating and executing HR strategy, managing employee relations for multi-state and global organizations, developing a diverse and high-performing work culture, owning organization development and change management, and crafting the total reward, talent development, and talent acquisition strategies.

    Questions for Jocelyn include:

    • What unique challenges do HR professionals face when it comes to staying compliant with employment and labor laws, and how does VirgilHR address these issues differently from traditional methods?
    • With the thousands of federal, state, and local laws constantly evolving, how does VirgilHR ensure that its platform remains up-to-date and accurate in real time?
    • Any big compliance changes HR pros in the US can expect in the next 3-6 months?
    • One key area for compliance is leave management and wage and hour laws. In one minute or less, how does VirgilHR support HR teams in navigating these complex areas?
    • 1 in 10 employers is sued every year by their employees and US employers spend over $14B a year on outside legal counsel. How does VirgilHR’s solution reduce risk and liability for organizations, and what kind of feedback have you received from clients regarding reduced legal costs or avoided settlements?
    • What advice would you give to HR leaders who are overwhelmed with compliance challenges?


    We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.


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    The HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score.

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    20 mins
  • How AI is Transforming Human Resources with John Kannapell, CYPHER Learning
    Jan 14 2025

    Discover the transformative power of artificial intelligence in HR as we explore how generative AI is reshaping the workplace.

    The guest this time is John Kannapell, President, COO and Board Member at CYPHER Learning, a company leading the disruption of learning platforms to unleash human potential with modern learning experiences.

    Listen as John discusses the ethical use of AI, emphasizing the significance of transparency, fairness, and accountability in HR practices.

    With a recent survey revealing many employees are using AI without their bosses' knowledge, John stresses the importance of open dialogue and clear policies to guide ethical AI usage, bringing to light the necessity for HR professionals to lead the charge in this new digital age.

    Join us for an energizing discussion on how HR can spearhead green AI strategies, driving environmentally responsible and energy-efficient practices within organizations. John shares insights into Cypher Learning's collaboration with AWS to mitigate environmental impacts and boost employee engagement. We highlight the pivotal role of green learning initiatives and the selection of SaaS solutions that align with sustainability goals, underlining AI's potential to support a healthier bottom line while reducing carbon footprints. The conversation serves as a compelling call to action for HR professionals to champion sustainability.

    Witness the dynamic impact of AI on organizational efficiency, where innovation thrives from the ground up. John recounts remarkable stories of AI enhancing learning and training, such as an education company creating 2,800 courses in just 30 days. We emphasize the responsibility of adopting AI equitably, with tools like AI CrossCheck ensuring alignment with corporate standards. As we wrap up, we're excited to invite you to connect with us for further insights on platforms like LinkedIn and the Cypher Learning website, providing ongoing support for those eager to harness AI's potential responsibly.

    By the way, listeners - if you enjoy this episode, check out HRchat episode 593 from June 2023 featuring CYPHER CEO, Graham Glass.

    We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.

    Support the show

    Feature Your Brand on the HRchat Podcast

    The HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score.

    Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.

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    24 mins
  • AI's Transformation of Talent Acquisition with Serge Boudreau
    Jan 10 2025

    Curious about how AI is reshaping the world of talent acquisition and what that means for aspiring recruiters?

    Tune in as Serge Boudreau, Vice President of Global Agency Partnerships at C Squared Technology, shares his seasoned insights from two decades in the industry. With the rise of AI, discover how traditional roles are transforming and what it takes to thrive in this rapidly evolving field.

    Serge delves into the shifting demand for recruiters, offering a unique perspective on the profession's future and recounting memorable moments from his podcasting venture with Recruitment Flex.

    From streamlining resume screening to the rise of "lazy apply" tools, AI is both a boon and a challenge in talent acquisition. We explore the crucial balance between quantity and quality in recruitment, revealing how companies can navigate the overwhelming influx of applicants to find the perfect match.

    As AI takes on more roles, maintaining a genuine human touch becomes essential. Listen and learn about the value of human interaction and creativity in the recruitment process, and join us in anticipating the innovations on the horizon that promise to redefine how organizations attract and nurture talent.

    We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc.


    Support the show

    Feature Your Brand on the HRchat Podcast

    The HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score.

    Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.

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    31 mins

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