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Whether you’re just starting out in the HR field or are a seasoned professional, it’s essential to be well-informed. To help, we have compiled a giant list of 121 top podcasts to listen to in 2023.
These are the shows that will help you stay ahead in the ever-changing human resources landscape. Whether you’re just starting out in the HR field or are an experienced professional, when you’re commuting or taking a break at your desk, keep ahead of the curve with these great shows.
Below are our top 60 podcasts for HR professionals. To make it easy for you to access the entire list of 121 podcasts, we’ve put them all in this handy Google Doc which you can download as a Word Doc, PDF or in ePub format.
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How to Be Awesome at Your Job
Get more fun, wins, meaning and money from your job! This show helps grow your skills and impact at any job that requires thinking and collaborating. Each week, host Pete Mockaitis interviews thought-leaders and results-getters to discover specific, actionable insights that boost work performance. Their stories and advice sharpen the universal skills to flourish at work. The show has 20,000,000 downloads and mentions in The New York Times, Forbes, and Linkedin Learning.
The HRchat podcast is a series of interviews with high-profile influencers, leaders, analysts and those in the HR trenches. The show covers the big issues relating to HR, Leadership, Talent, Diversity and Inclusion, Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Performance and Company Culture.
The show has received nearly 300,000 downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for professionals in Human Resources, Talent, and Leadership and ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked by FeedSpot as the Best Canadian HR Podcast.
Ranked in the top 0.1% of podcasts globally and the recipient of the Signal Awards Silver Medal for best Commuter Podcast!
Maximize your personal and organizational potential with the Human Capital Innovations (HCI) Podcast! A great source for personal, professional and organizational growth and development, the podcast shares original research, explores industry trends and interviews executives and thought leaders from across the globe.
HR Director’s Cut is the podcast where 3 HR experts give their insights into listeners’ dilemmas, conundrums and questions.
Victoria, Kate & Lisa give options, insights and guidance by sharing what works, and what they’ve tried and failed at, whilst having some fun along the way. The HR Director’s Cut podcast was in the Top 15% Most Followed Podcasts on Spotify in 2022.
The HR L&D Podcast provides actionable advice, guidance and best practices for HR and learning and development professionals to optimise their workforce and drive company performance. With a focus on leadership, inclusion, well-being, employee engagement and culture development, the podcast features interviews with top HR leaders who are shaping the future of the industry. Through agile, innovative, and strategic insights, this show offers you the capabilities, skills and knowledge necessary to execute your HR goals.
The 21st Century Work Life podcast is Virtual not Distant’s vehicle for advocating for sustainable remote work, both within and outside of organisations. Now in its eighth year running, the show’s hosts and guests talk about leading remote teams, online collaboration and what it’s like to work in a fully distributed organisation.
The What’s Going On episode conversations provide commentary on what is working and what is crashing as organisations implement new ways of working; as well as keeping an eye out on what is going on in the broader world of “remote”.
Guests of the podcast include remote work advocates, who advocate for remote work as a socioeconomic tool, as well as a provider of flexibility and those who are still discovering the potential of helping people work from wherever they work best.
CXOTalk is a prominent online forum that features in-depth conversations with senior business leaders on the digital economy, enterprise AI, leadership, and customer experience. Hosted by Michael Krigsman, CXOTalk provides a platform for executives, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to share their insights and experiences.
By providing a holistic perspective at the intersection of technology and business, CXOTalk offers unique, practical and valuable perspectives on opportunities and challenges in the digital age.
If you want an insider’s look at HR, check out the Dear Human Resources Podcast. Taking current HR topics and trends, looking at the research, talking to experts (both practitioners and researchers) and giving listeners a behind-the-scenes perspective on HR topics.
One thing we really like about Dear Human Resources is the exploratory looks at how other fields influence HR, such as architecture, social justice and science. Each episode concludes with ways in which you, as an HR professional, can improve your practice.
The Future of HR podcast’s mission is to inspire the next generation of HR Leaders. To build a community ready to take the field to the next level and into the future. If you are a next-gen HR leader looking to fast-track your career, this podcast is for you.
In each episode, JP Elliott interviews successful HR executives and thought leaders who share their career journeys, lessons learned, and advice on how to take your career to the next level.
The Tap HR Podcast was created to provide SMEs and HR professionals with an informative listen on topics that affect the world of business and HR. Hosted by Trish Hewitt, the founder of Tap HR, each episode talks through issues that may be topical at the time but also areas that affect businesses time and time again. The podcast aims to be informative and fun with regular episodes published throughout the year.
To make it easy for you to access the entire list of 121 podcasts, we’ve put them all in a handy Google Doc which you can download as a Word Doc, PDF or in ePub format. Just click the button below to download and start exploring!
At The HR Stories Podcast, the stories are the teaching tool. In each episode, John Thalheimer and Chuck Simikian share a story of where a company missed the mark and what went wrong and how to avoid the same fate.
Listen to the stories of those that did not heed the warning signs.
Learn from their mistakes.
Act on best practices shared by the hosts and guests.
The RecTech podcast is all about the intersection of recruiting and technology. It features interviews with industry execs, vendors and recruiters about how they use technology to hire talent. The goal of each show is to inform and educate the modern recruiter.
HR Coffee Time is packed full of ideas and advice to help you have a successful and fulfilling HR career without burning out. It’s a chart-topping (number 5 in the Apple Podcasts UK Careers Chart) weekly show, hosted by Career Coach Fay Wallis who worked in HR and specialises in coaching HR professionals.
The podcast is made up of a mix of solo and guest episodes, with other experts, coaches and HR professionals invited onto the show to share their ideas, experience and expertise.
The Impact Makers podcast, with host Jennifer McClure, is for leaders who are seeking to discover and implement leadership strategies and tactics necessary to inspire their teams to take bold action in the future of work, in order to achieve and maintain competitive advantage.
Let’s Talk HR is a place for HR professionals, business owners and employees to share experiences, talk about what’s working and not and how we can improve best practices so companies can better attract, train and retain all generations of workers.
We know that there has been a huge shift in what people want, generations are coming together more than ever on what’s important, mental health has been brought to the forefront of everyone’s mind. Let’s Talk HR humanises these conversations.
Leighann Lovely is the creator and host of the show, she has a BA in Business with an emphasis in Human Resources. She has 18 years combined experience in Human Resources and Staffing. Leighann puts a huge emphasis on the Human side of HR and supporting the needs of people. She believes that if you are not learning something new every day you are missing out on an opportunity to be great. She started this podcast in hopes of inspiring others to learn how to have the hard conversations and grow into better leaders.
In the podcast series HR Inside Out, host Susan and her guests weave a tapestry of information, insights and guidance around HR, people management and the work processes we could all understand and do better.
Sharing examples both personally and through interviews with others who have walked the path of daring greatly, Susan offers insights for those who wish support on their own journey as they become the best version of themselves and within their organizations.
A wide variety of topics are covered including: Ageism, The Canadian Immigrant Experience, Engaging Gen Z, Strategic HR and the Role of HR Technology and Nourishing Your Wellbeing to Prevent Burnout.
The HR on the Offensive podcast was created in March 2020. Initially, the idea was to discuss and debate the key topics from LACE Partners’ first white paper – HR on the Offensive. The paper featured insights from leading HR practitioners on how the HR function must ‘step out of the shadows’ and change capability, focus and mindset to transform themselves from being a support function to the long-term driver of competitive advantage.
Since the initial launch, however, the podcast has evolved to cover a wealth of different HR and people function topics, from analysing hybrid working, attracting neurodiverse talent, how to deliver an improved culture in performance management and more.
The podcast features senior HR professionals giving their own experiences, as well as a variety of LACErs, giving their opinions on all things HR.
Chris Hoyt, industry expert and president of CareerXroads, connects weekly with talent acquisition leaders, practitioners and influencers to conduct candid conversations about what’s top of mind for each and what they believe warrants the attention of recruiting professionals around the globe.
On HR Unplugged, host Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR and her guests talk freely and openly about the challenges facing HR. This hybrid podcast looks at research, talks with thought leaders and shares actionable insights to help those leading today’s modern HR organizations.
Listening to the podcast is like listening to a supportive mentor. It’s a very entertaining, motivating and action oriented way to stay up to date on the current HR landscape.
Think Fast, Talk Smart is a podcast from Stanford Graduate School of Business that provides concrete tools and techniques to help listeners hone and enhance their communication skills, as well as further their careers.
Topics include giving and receiving feedback, managing speaking anxiety, boosting teams’ creativity, negotiation, social influence, conflict resolution and more.
Host Matt Abrahams who is a GSB Strategic Communication lecturer invites Stanford professors, academics and professionals to share ideas and tips for effective communication. Guests include Andrew Huberman, Robert Cialdini, Phil Zimbardo, Alia Crum, Tina Seelig, BJ Fogg and Jonah Berger. Each conversation is entertaining, yet full of practical guidance.
A series of podcasts from Disruptive HR who aim to change outdated people practices for good! Choose from interviews with leading HR professionals who are making change happen, or discussions between the two founders, Lucy Adams and Karen Moran, as they explore how to disrupt key areas of HR.
Many leaders and managers learn through trial and error and learning from their peers. One great way to do this is by joining Tim and Pilar weekly, for a 20 minute coffee, as they reflect on their own experience of leading others and the joys and challenges of management.
Learn how to cultivate an engaging and productive workplace with Maddie Grant, co-founder of Propel and Sanja Licina, PhD President of QuestionPro Workforce. Hear from inspiring people with unique ideas on how to create a better workplace for employees and employers alike. Tune in and get inspired!
If you are interested in how your HR role is also creating positive social change, delivering ESG results and contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals then How HR Leaders Change the World is for you!
This inspiring podcast is hosted by social enterprise From Babies with Love, who provide HR services, such as their flagship parental leave gift service and donate 100% profits to vulnerable children around the world.
Each week How HR Leaders Change the World features a pioneering #HRChangemaker, such as the CHROs at Danone, Netflix, Philips and many more. By hearing the successes of some of the world’s most inspiring HR Leaders, you can frame your work in the context of positive change, implement brilliant ideas, and feel absolutely wonderful about doing so!
This podcast offers insights on Corporate Leadership, Talent, Learning and HR Technology from The Josh Bersin Company, the global research leader in the ever changing world of work.
The HR Uprising is aimed at forward thinking people professionals and provides practical tips and guidance and inspiring guests. There are almost 200 episodes and Topics range from Change to Diversity, Leadership to Wellbeing and Personal Impact. Hosted by Chartered Psychologist and OD expert Lucinda Carney.
The Leadermorposis podcast features conversations with practitioners, leaders and authors from all over the world who are at the cutting edge of new ways of working, leading and being together. Its host, Lisa Gill, was included on the Thinkers50 Radar list in 2020 for her work with self-managing teams.
For HR professionals, this podcast is a portal into case studies of pioneers who are exploring new, decentralised structures for how we organise, as well as the mindset and skillset shifts needed for next stage leadership. Whether its a bossless health care tech company in the UK, or a self-organising paper manufacturer in India, these stories are signposts in a growing global movement.
The HR Insights podcast by Elliott Scott HR provides listeners with topical, innovative and engaging discussions that are relevant to HR professionals globally. Their four prior series have covered a range of topics including: DEI, Change Management, Talent Management, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Compensation & Benefits, Mental Health and much more.
Stuart Elliott, CEO and owner is the easy-going host of the podcast and holds insightful conversations with guests that will make you smile, reflect, and feel inspired. Series 5 is coming in March.
The world’s most popular interview-based podcast for senior talent acquisition and HR professionals. Guests are thought leaders and practitioners, many of whom have global reputations for innovation.
If you are determined to excel in your career or have received a new assignment and are a little scared, then don’t miss out on this podcast. Expert HR guests share their approach and skills, equipping the audience with the knowledge they need to handle common HR situations.
From practical tips to apply immediately, to thought-provoking strategic insights that will get you thinking, The HR Hub covers all aspects of HR. Some examples of topics include labour relations, job grading, writing a good job ad, restructuring, project management and more. Tuning in will help pave the way for success and career advancement. Check it out.
A weekly 60 minute dose of brilliant conversation about Recruiting & HR. Featuring leading industry practitioners in the fields of DEIB, Assessment, Talent Acquisition, Candidate Experience, Recruitment Automation and Recruitment technology, the Recruiting Brainfood Podcast engages in conversation without fear or favour on the topics of the day. Expect insight, controversy, entertainment and practical value every week in one of the recruiting industry’s leading podcasts.
Human Solutions: Simplifying HR for People who Love HR
What started as a podcast dedicated to Human Resources professionals in Massachusetts quickly blossomed into a show supporting HR pros everywhere. Brought to you by AIM HR Solutions and showcasing a wide range of experienced practitioners and HR experts, Human Solutions elevates the guidance and support listeners in the field can use to better manage the human relationships in their organizations while also understanding the legal and regulatory environments in which they operate. From mindfulness to quiet quitting, summer staffing to FMLA, burnout to savvy social media, Human Solutions is here to share!
Work is broken. Punk Rock HR is here to help fix it. Join host Laurie Ruettimann, the failed HR lady who went on to become one of the world’s top career advisers, as she talks to some of her closest friends and peers about work: the buzzwords, the nerdy, the contrarian.
The podcast will give you the tools you need to fix work, because if change is going to happen, it’s going to start with you.
HR Oxygen is geared towards the over-worked, overwhelmed, overstressed, and under-appreciated HR professional. Borrowing the phrase used by flight attendants, HR needs to put on their own mask before assisting others. Our podcast features authors, speakers, coaches, consultants, athletes, and other professionals who share inspiring messages that energize the audience.
To make it easy for you to access the entire list of 121 podcasts, we’ve put them all in a handy Google Doc which you can download as a Word Doc, PDF or in ePub format. Just click the button below to download and start exploring!
Organizational psychologist Adam Grant takes you inside the minds of some of the world’s most unusual professionals to discover the keys to a better work life and improving your own workplace happiness.
In each episode, Adam delves into a different aspect of work, from the importance of lunch breaks to the perils of multitasking. He interviews a wide range of experts, from social scientists to CEOs, and draws on his own experience as a psychologist and organizational thinker. The result is a funny, enlightening and often surprising look at the world of work.
The Maxwell Leadership Podcast is a great resource for those looking to grow as leaders. Led by Dr. John C. Maxwell, you’ll find value in each episode that you can use in your everyday leadership practice. Listeners have said that the content is inspiring and gives actionable tips they can apply immediately. Learn the principles, practices and process of becoming a transformational leader.
Leading management thinker and best-selling author Whitney Johnson explores her passion for personal disruption through engaging conversations with disruptors. Through these candid interviews with investors, executives, authors and other influential game-changers, Whitney curates and distells distinctive strategies which could help you figure out how to take calculated risks to stand out in the industry.
Whether you’re aiming to move up the corporate ladder or starting a business from scratch, her guests share inspiring stories and obstacles they faced throughout their journey. From honing your leadership skills as an employee to building an innovative product that earns customers’ trust, Whitney emphasizes important lessons gathered from her guests’ experiences.
The Transform Your Workplace Podcast is a powerful resource providing invaluable insight into the efficacy of workplace policies and operational best practices. Every week, host Brandow Laws leads meaningful conversations with leading professionals in HR, communication and culture as well as industry experts, thought-leaders and entrepreneurs.
Listening to this podcast will help you learn to navigate challenges your workplace may face and empower you with the tools you need to nurture a workplace culture that supports productivity, moral and ultimately gains competitive advantage.
The Chartered Institute of Professional Development (CIPD) podcast provides industry-leading insights, resources and channels to help listeners to stay informed about current career-related topics. Through engaging episodes, interviews with leading professionals and content from top experts in the industry, you have access to the latest developments in the field. The podcast is a great way to stay up-to-date on the ever-changing landscape of career development.
The Managing the Future of Work podcast series from Harvard Business School has fast become a must-listen resource for anyone seeking to explore the evolution of corporate culture and business practices.
The in-depth conversations feature diverse voices from all over the world, delving into the changes that are destined to have a profound effect on the economy, jobs and the flow of talent. Want to know how firms will cope with the changes ahead and what steps your organisation needs to take today? Listen to this podcast.
Each episode features faculty from HBS interviewing CEOs, technologists and experts on the bleeding edge discussing how to survive and thrive by managing the future of work.
The New Way We Work podcast, hosted by Fast Company deputy editor Kate Davis is a must-listen for tech professionals. Each episode she takes listeners on a journey through the changing landscape of our work lives and explains what we need to build the future we want.
Keep your finger on the pulse of the current events that matter with the longest running and most downloaded HR podcast. Hosted by Steve Boese and Trish McFarlane, the focus of the show is on HR, management, leadership and workforce technology.
Every episode features compelling guests who share their in-depth knowledge of how to build strong teams, develop employees, leverage technologies, navigate compliance matters and more. You’ll get access to innovative ideas that help create meaningful growth in your organisation.
The HR industry is ever-changing and constantly evolving. Staying up-to-date on the latest HR news and trends can be a challenge. That’s where the HR Works Podcast comes in. Covering a wide range of topics, from inclusion and diversity to employee benefits and wellness, the podcast aims to give listeners clear, relevant, actionable information.
The Gartner Talent Angle podcast is a riveting thought-provoking series for HR and business professionals talking to those on the forefront of HR innovation and exploring the most interesting and cutting edge ideas in the world of HR and people development.
The All About HR podcast talks, unsurprisingly, about “all things HR”. Industry trends, insights and everything in between. The host, Tom Horne interviews HR experts from around the world on a variety of HR topics. Whether you’re a HR professional yourself or just looking to learn more about the field, the All About HR podcast is a great listen.
Heidrick & Struggles’ Leadership Podcast explores the intersections of business, organisational culture and talent through conversations with leading thinkers from around the world. There’s a wealth of information on this podcast and all of it is grounded in years of experience.
A relatively new podcast, Friends with Employee Benefits is gaining popularity among listeners who appreciate its frank discussion of work-related topics. The podcast features two friends, Sarah and Liz, who candidly share their own experiences with workplace issues like sexual harassment, unequal pay and toxic office environments. In addition to entertainment value, the podcast offers listeners a valuable resource for information and support to help you develop an exceptional workplace.
The Ellevate Podcast is from the network of the same name. Ellevate Network is a community of professional women+ committed to helping each other succeed.
On the Podcast, you’ll meet women+ who are having a real impact. Entrepreneurs, authors, business women and other inspiring leaders share their experience and takeaways from their careers. Hosted by Maricella Herrera and Megan Oliver, the interviews are with female leaders and showcase the immense talent these women bring to the table.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a corporate professional, or somewhere in between, you’ll find actionable advice and insights to help you take your career and business to the next level.
The HR Optimization Show Podcast guides listeners on dynamic approaches to doing business and HR as the show explores the future of human talent and how businesses can evolve with it. Definitely a must-listen if you are interested in staying up-to-date on the latest developments in HR.
If you’ve been thinking about making a move into HR consulting, check out this exciting and informative podcast. Host Sarah Hamilton-Gill will guide you along the route to HR consulting success through each episode of Leap into HR Consulting.
The HR{preneur} podcast is centred around helping small businesses gain knowledge in areas such as HR, payroll and hiring, taxes, benefits and insurance. The expert guests give invaluable perspectives to stay ahead of the profession’s evolving needs and address critical workplace issues.
The Science of Personality Podcast is an informative, educational and entertaining podcast exploring the science behind personalities. For listeners seeking in depth knowledge and understanding of their own personality and those of others, this podcast offers invaluable insight into a wide range of related theories, research and applications.
Hosted by knowledgeable professionals, the podcast provides engaging interviews with experts who share valuable insights on how various factors shape who we are and how understanding our personalities can influence our personal growth. With its high quality content for both beginners and experienced learners, The Science of Personality Podcast is sure to pique the interest of anyone looking to gain further understanding of what makes us all unique.
HR Nightmares is a podcast that gives its listeners an inside look into the world of Human Resources. Through candid conversations with real HR professionals, the program provides unique insight into the challenges that arise from commonplace HR tasks, like resolving employee disputes or navigating difficult conversations in the workplace. Ultimately, HR Nightmares helps equip modern-day businesses with the knowledge and resources to pursue successful management outcomes and create positive working environments for all involved.
HR in Review is an exciting podcast that covers a wide range of topics related to human resources and recruiting. In each episode, the host interviews experts in their field to provide valuable insights into best hiring practices, employee relations tips, and more. Moreover, HR professionals also have an opportunity to discover what other businesses are doing successfully and gain insight on current trends.
By listening to the podcast, you can develop new strategies for success within your own organization. If you are a job seeker or looking to make a change, you’ll also find great advice on how to stand out during your career search. With its varied information and highly engaging conversations, HR in Review creates an enriching environment for all listeners regardless of background or experience level.
The Mind Tools L&D Podcast is a great way to stay up to date on the latest industry techniques and best practices in learning and development. Hosted by expert practitioners, each episode features interviews with top thought leaders, bringing their knowledge and experience directly to your ears.
With recent episodes covering topics such as active listening training, digital skills gap assessment, and education technology trends, this podcast is essential listening for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve in the industry.
As an educational resource that continues to grow in relevance, The Mind Tools L&D Podcast provides an invaluable opportunity for learners of all experience levels to access cutting-edge research and ideas about L&D.
If you’re an HR professional looking to stay on the cutting-edge of the industry, then be sure to check out the Jaded HR podcast. Hosted by two veterans of the industry, Joan Divine and Sandra Hyde, this podcast offers insights, strategies, and advice for human resources professionals.
Every episode features insightful interviews with a variety of guests that offer distinct perspectives on timely topics. From maintaining morale during remote work to overcoming bias in hiring processes, Jaded HR is a must-listen for those interested in staying up-to-date on the ever-evolving world of human resources!
The XpertHR Podcast is an invaluable asset for staying up-to-date on the most pressing topics of the HR world. With discussions led by leaders in their field, the podcast offers alluring perspectives on hot items including compliance, employee relations and much more. Whether you’re a casual listener or an avid devotee, there’s something for everyone to learn from the conversations taking place in each episode.
The HR After Hours Podcast is the go-to show for learning about the latest industry trends, exploring HR career paths, and gaining valuable insights into harnessing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Hosted by seasoned HR professionals and featuring guest speakers with diverse backgrounds and expertise in this field, each episode provides invaluable opportunities to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to optimizing your workforce.
With interactive dialogue, early access to upcoming trends, and practical tools to succeed in HR, the podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to excel in this profession.
The HR Hardball podcast is the perfect platform for any HR professional looking to expand their knowledge in the field. Hosted by Paul Geller, a 32-year Human Resources veteran, each week features thought leaders from around the globe sharing their industry insights on best practices and legal topics relating to human resources.
The discussion includes interviews that cover issues such as hiring and onboarding, pay equity, crisis management and leadership. With the capstone of real-life insight from Geller himself signifying his years of expertise, you will have an informative and entertaining listening experience to gain additional tools in your HR toolbox.
HR Scoop is a valuable resource for anyone working in the HR field. It provides guidance on navigating regulations and best practices related to HR. Additionally, HR Scoop offers insights from practitioners who have real-world experiences they share on the platform. By making use of this service, you can stay atop of your work in an ever-evolving industry while receiving hands-on advice. With the knowledge gained through HR Scoop, managers and colleagues alike can benefit from a more efficient workplace where everyone works together harmoniously.
To make it easy for you to access the entire list of 121 podcasts, we’ve put them all in a handy Google Doc which you can download as a Word Doc, PDF or in ePub format. Just click the button below to download and start exploring!