In this episode, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman welcome culture strategist and author Dr. Jessica Kriegel for a conversation on how leaders can use AI thoughtfully to enhance, not replace, the human side of work. In this lively discussion, Jessica unpacks what’s really happening inside organizations as AI, culture, and change management collide ... Show More
Nov 20
AI at Work: Fear, Facts, Forward with Dr. Mary Hayes
<p>Want a real-world look at how AI is reshaping work without the hype? Dr. Mary Hayes joins us to explore what employees actually feel about AI, why optimism varies across countries and roles, and how leaders can turn uncertainty into momentum through honest, practical communica ... Show More
18m 26s
Nov 18
From Operations To Strategy: HR’s Pivot To Project-Led Transformation with Karla Eidem
<p>Strategy beats panic when work changes this fast. We sit down with Karla Eidem, North American Regional Managing Director at the <a href='https://www.pmi.org/'>Project Management Institute</a>, to explore how HR can turn AI disruption into a springboard for skills, execution, ... Show More
25m 3s
Nov 10
Why Personalization Turns Employee Benefits into Business Results with David Duckworth, Ben
<p>How much of your benefits budget actually helps people live and work better?<br/><br/>In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, host Bill Banham sits down with <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidduck/'><b>David Duckworth</b></a>, Co-Founder and COO at <b>Ben</b>, to explor ... Show More
18m 46s
May 2025
Elad Gil: How to Spot a Billion-Dollar Startup Before the Rest of the World
What if the world’s most connected tech investor handed you his mental playbook? Elad Gil, an investor behind Airbnb, Stripe, Coinbase and Anduril, flips conventional wisdom on its head and prioritizes market opportunities over founders. Elad decodes why innovation has clustered ... Show More
1h 36m
Aug 4
Throwback: Shaping the Future of Leadership with Praxis Lab’s Elise Smith
We’ll be back soon with a new episode. In the meantime, enjoy this throwback conversation with Elise Smith, Co-founder and CEO of Praxis Labs. Earlier this month, Praxis Labs was acquired—marking a major milestone in the company’s journey. This episode offers a look at the vision ... Show More
26m 21s
Jun 2025
3 C's for CHRO Success, with SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
In this milestone 100th episode of People and Strategy with special guest Johnny C. Taylor Jr., CEO of SHRM, we dive into the intersection of technology and human capital, exploring how AI is reshaping HR practices and the workplace. Taylor reflects on his leadership philosophy, ... Show More
40m 48s
Oct 16
1006. Insights: AI in banking - What it really means for the customer
About this episode: AI is everywhere-your newsfeed, your boardroom, your LinkedIn inbox. But when it comes to real, customer-facing use cases in finance… there’s not much to see. Why isn’t AI transforming the customer experience yet? What’s working behind the scenes, and what’s j ... Show More
48m 27s
Sep 4
994. Insights: The future of partnerships in fintech
About this episode: We’re all looking for the perfect partner- whether in life or business. And in today’s fast-moving fintech world, the right partnership can make or break your product. In 2025, digital innovation is reshaping how companies collaborate. According to Deloitte, o ... Show More
48m 20s