Episodes
April 28, 2026
When Your ‘Perfect Hire’ Isn’t Real
Candidate fraud has entered the big leagues. Teddy Chestnut of Bright Hire breaks down deepfakes, state-sponsored schemes, and what TA can do now.
April 21, 2026
Where You Work Matters
What if employer ratings were built on real outcomes—not surveys? Rajiv Chandrasekaran unpacks data on 12M workers across 1,750 companies.
April 14, 2026
What’s Driving Hiring in 2026
Hiring slowed in 2025—but costs went up. Appcast's Chief Economist and CPO break down why, with new full-funnel benchmarks and salary transparency data.
April 7, 2026
Using AI Responsibly at the Top of the Funnel
Can AI screening be both efficient and fair? Ritu Mohanka, CEO of VONQ, breaks down what responsible AI at the top of the funnel actually looks like.
March 31, 2026
How Can Employer Brand Stay Human in the Age of AI?
Can AI scale your employer brand without killing what makes it real? Alicia O'Brien of Wilson shares how to stay distinctive — and why governance is the word of 2026.
March 18, 2026
Solutions Spotlight on SparcStart
AI is changing how candidates research employers. Maury Hanigan explains why career sites are being skipped—and how employers can show up in AI answers.
March 17, 2026
The New Talent Frontier: Policy, People & the Workforce Ahead
How are AI and automation reshaping recruiting leadership? Dani Monaghan of Expedia Group explores intelligent leadership, AI adoption, and the future of talent acquisition.
March 10, 2026
Rethinking TA: Myths, Misalignment, and the AI Reality Check
Is entry-level hiring disappearing—or simply changing? This episode explores AI’s impact on recruiting, early careers strategy, and the growing noise in hiring pipelines.
March 3, 2026
The Global Recruiting Puzzle: Influence, Credibility & Complexity
Global recruiting isn’t broken—it’s complex. Shelia Gray shares how trust, flexibility, and influence drive success across borders.
Feb. 17, 2026
How Curiosity Shaped a Career in TA: Carmen Hudson’s Career Crossroads
Carmen Hudson reflects on her winding career in talent acquisition, the choices behind each move, and the lessons learned from trying what came next.
Feb. 3, 2026
Proving TA’s Value: Sourcing’s Role in Revenue Growth
How is AI changing sourcing without replacing sourcers? Sam Bulley of ICF explains how his team is evolving with tech—and why adaptability is everything.
Jan. 27, 2026
Talent Chooses You: Reframing the Role of TA in Driving Growth
Is TA just a cost center? James Ellis challenges recruiters to reclaim influence and rethink employer branding in this episode of the CXR Recruiting Community Podcast.
Jan. 20, 2026
Inside the Cox Career Site Redesign: Data, AI & Candidate Experience
How did Cox Enterprises reimagine their career site using data, AI, and social-first content? Adam Glassman shares lessons from their ground-up rebuild.
Jan. 13, 2026
Vietnam TA/HR Delegation Recap
What happens when global TA leaders visit Vietnam? This episode dives into the culture, hiring practices, and surprising insights uncovered on a nine-day delegation.
Dec. 30, 2025
Scaling Talent Acquisition Globally at Danone
How do you scale talent acquisition across 90,000 employees? Danone’s Koos Wurzer shares how TA Week drives global engagement—and why candidate experience starts with hiring managers.
Dec. 23, 2025
Embedding Mobility and Mentorship at Enterprise
How does Enterprise Mobility turn entry-level roles into long-term careers? Ashley Hever shares how mentorship, mobility, and values drive retention and growth.
Dec. 16, 2025
Transforming High-Volume Hiring at 7-Eleven
How does 7-Eleven navigate high-volume hiring post-acquisition? Rachel Allen shares insights on transforming TA, AI’s impact, and the importance of leading with empathy.
Dec. 12, 2025
From Early Childhood to Talent Tech: Allyn Bailey’s Career Crossroads
What happens when an expert in infant development rewires recruiting? Allyn Bailey shares her career journey and the systems thinking reshaping TA.
Dec. 9, 2025
In Praise of the Office
How do hybrid models affect productivity, inclusion, and career growth? Authors Peter Cappelli and Ranya Nehmeh reveal the surprising organizational costs of remote work.
Dec. 5, 2025
From Operations to Coaching: Brian Fink’s Career Crossroads
What do fraternity rush, software sales, and Twitter have in common? For Brian Fink, they were stepping stones in a recruiting career built on bold moves and real impact.
Dec. 2, 2025
Mapping Durable Skills Across North America
How do regional strengths in durable skills impact hiring? Caitlin MacGregor joins to discuss Plum’s new index and why it matters for future-ready talent strategies.
Nov. 25, 2025
Secrets of Meaningful Productivity
How do you stay productive in an unpredictable world? Robbie Swale shares his six-pillar framework for leaders navigating complexity and burnout.
Nov. 21, 2025
From Sports Agent to TA Leader: Steve White’s Career Crossroads
From NFL dreams to TA leadership, Steve White shares how mentorship, mindset, and business partnership shaped his career in recruiting.
Nov. 18, 2025
Navigating TA Leadership at Land O’Lakes
From dot-com busts to AI disruption, Renee Robideau shares how Land O’Lakes is building a resilient, strategic TA function—one business challenge at a time.