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Dear Human Resources:

Dear Human Resources:

Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. 136 episodes Latest Jun 1, 2026

Are you interested in getting an insider’s look at HR? Dear Human Resources takes current HR topics and trends, looks at the research, talks to experts (both practitioners and researchers), and gives listeners a behind-the-scenes’ perspective on HR topics. Our podcasts also explore how other fields such as architecture, social justice, or science influence HR. We conclude our podcasts with one breakthrough idea, which could radically change the field of human resources.

Episodes

Ep. 134 - Levating the virtual meeting experience for remote & hybrid teams - Mark Mallchok Jun 1, 2026 00:34:09 Today’s episode focuses on something we have all experienced virtual and hybrid meetings. Many organizations are still struggling to make virtual meetings feel engaging and worth people’s time. To help us rethink how we design these experiences, I’m delighted to welcome Mark Mallchok, Principal and Chief Event Strategist at Brella Productions. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
Ep. 133 - How AI, Compliance, and High-Skill Independent Workers Will Reshape HR Strategy - Colleen Tiner May 15, 2026 00:22:17 Colleen Tiner, Chief Product Officer at Beeline, leads the company’s AI-related initiatives. She talks about How AI, Compliance, and High-Skill Independent Workers Will Reshape HR Strategy. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis
Ep. 129 - AI’s Role in the Modern HR Function - Joey Price May 1, 2026 00:21:11 In this episode, we’re talking about AI’s Role in the Modern HR Function. Artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations recruit, manage, and support employees — but with these innovations come important questions about ethics, fairness, and the future of work. Joining me today is Joey Price, CEO of Jumpstart HR, TEDx speaker on AI in the workplace, and author of the book The Power of H
Ep. 132 - Parental Leave Policies - Beth Wanner Apr 15, 2026 00:15:30 Today’s conversation sits right at the intersection of people, policy, and performance. We're going to focus on Parental Leave Policies. Our guest is Beth Wanner, the founder of Mother Cover, an agency that provides interim and fractional leadership coverage to help organizations maintain momentum while employees take parental or caregiver leave. Beth brings a rare and powerful dual perspective to
Ep. 131 - Busy Work Is the First Thing AI Should Take - Sharon Gai Apr 1, 2026 00:20:04 Today’s episode is about AI, but not in the usual way. We’re not talking about fear, replacement, or hype. Instead, we’re asking a much more practical question: Busy Work is the First Thing AI Should Take: How to Break Down Your Job Into ‘AI Tasks’ and ‘Human Tasks’—and Why It Matters. And how can we break our jobs into AI tasks and human tasks—in a way that actually gives us back time, energy, an
Ep. 130 - What HR leaders can learn from a fighter pilot cockpit drill - Boo Boucousis Mar 15, 2026 00:19:29 Christian “Boo” Boucousis (“Boo") is a former fighter pilot turned CEO of the company Afterburner., which helps organizations translate high-stakes aviation thinking into business execution. He’s the author of The Afterburner Advantage, an Amazon bestseller in leadership, and he works with Fortune 500 companies—and even NFL teams that went on to win the Super Bowl—to build purpose-driven, high-per
Ep. 128 - Pets at Work Can Increase Productivity - Erika Sinner Feb 15, 2026 00:18:34 Our guest is Erika Sinner, Founder and CEO of Directorie, a $15 million healthcare commercialization company and a two-time Inc. 5000 honoree. She also serves as the Chief Empathy Officer at the nonprofit TinySuperheroes, empowering critically ill children to discover their strength and voice. A passionate advocate for pet-inclusive workplaces and a leading voice on pet bereavement leave, Erika is
Ep. 127 - Why qualified candidates get ghosted - Steph Cartwright Feb 1, 2026 00:18:36 Today’s episode dives into a frustrating but all-too-common experience for job seekers — submitting dozens of resumes and hearing... nothing. Why are qualified candidates getting ghosted? And what exactly are recruiters — and the bots they use — really looking for? To help us unpack this, I’m joined by Steph Cartwright, a Job Search Strategist, Certified Resume Writer, and the solopreneur behind
Ep. 126 - Job Hugging - Hanna Hasl-Kelchner Jan 15, 2026 00:19:00 Our guest is Hanna Hasl-Kelchner, the international award-winning author of Seeking Fairness at Work. She was named one of the Top 9 Impact Authors by the 2024 Goody Business Book Awards. A former business lawyer turned strategist and host of the syndicated podcast Business Confidential Now, Hanna blends legal, social, and practical insight to help leaders build fair and high-performing workplace
Ep. 125 - Cultural Fit and the Future of Hiring in Latin America - Leandro Cartelli Jan 1, 2026 00:26:16 In this episode, we welcome Leandro Cartelli, founder of Lana Talent, a firm dedicated to connecting businesses with exceptional Latin American talent while ensuring both skills alignment and cultural fit. With over 15 years of experience leading Talent Acquisition efforts at companies like Accenture and DeliveryHero, Leandro brings a wealth of knowledge in building scalable, data-driven recruitme
Ep. 124 - How student debt affects employees- Aaron Smith Dec 15, 2025 00:18:29 In this episode, we talk with Aaron Smith, the co-founder of Savi, a platform helping millions navigate student loan repayment. He’s spent over a decade in student loan policy and higher ed tech, working with organizations like AARP and The National Education Association to unlock nearly $5 billion in projected savings for borrowers. Aaron is also the founder of Young Invincibles, an advocacy orga
Ep. 123 - What HR needs to know before sponsoring that next visa - Matthew Hellrung Dec 1, 2025 00:25:02 Matthew Hellrung is co-Founder & Partner at Meltzer Hellrung LLP. He helps companies create scalable and compliant immigration programs that withstand audits and policy changes. With over a decade of experience, he’s a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and HR leaders for his expertise in I-9 compliance, global mobility, and visa sponsorship. In this episode, Matthew talks about “What HR

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