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The Learning & Development Podcast

The Learning & Development Podcast

David James 194 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

The Learning & Development Podcast is a fortnightly show for L&D professionals hosted by David James and presented by 360Learning. Each episode features discussions and debates on topics affecting the profession alongside expert guests. David James, Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning, is recognized as a top global influencer in L&D. The podcast has over 500,000 downloads and ranks in the top 1% globally.

Episodes

The Learning & Development Podcast Live: Common L&D Myths on Trial
The Learning & Development Podcast Live: Common L&D Myths on Trial Aug 17, 2026 3126 Step inside the courtroom of Learning & Development, where long-held beliefs are called to the stand and only evidence, experience, and impact will determine the verdict. This high-energy, live episode brings together three of L&D’s most respected voices to challenge the myths holding our profession back. David James will play the role of courtroom judge, inviting the audience to be the jury -
Rebuilding L&D for an AI-Driven World with Larry Durham & Jonathan Eighteen
Rebuilding L&D for an AI-Driven World with Larry Durham & Jonathan Eighteen Aug 3, 2026 3149 In this episode, David James is joined by Larry Durham, President of St. Charles Consulting Group, and Jonathan Eighteen, Global Head of Consulting and Advisory Services at NIIT, to explore the findings of the 2026 Learning Transformation Benchmark. Together, they examine why L&D is entering a period of structural rebuild as the environment it was originally designed for ceases to exist. Larry an
Running L&D Like a Business with Tracie Cantu
Running L&D Like a Business with Tracie Cantu Jul 20, 2026 2906 In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Tracie Cantu to discuss her book Running L&D Like a Business. Tracie shares the L&D leadership experience that shaped her perspective and what compelled her to write the book. They explore what it truly means to run L&D like a business and why this mindset is so often missing, before diving into the Learning Operation
The Frontline Enablement Playbook: Bridging the Gap for the World’s Most Essential Workforce with JD Dillon
The Frontline Enablement Playbook: Bridging the Gap for the World’s Most Essential Workforce with JD Dillon Jul 7, 2026 3243 In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by JD Dillon to celebrate the launch of his new book, The Frontline Enablement Playbook. They explore why the traditional L&D toolkit often fails the deskless workforce and how JD’s experience at Disney helped shape a more grounded, practical philosophy for supporting those whose "office" is a shop floor, a hospital wing,
Beyond Content: Rebuilding L&D Around The Transformation Triangle with Egle Vinauskaite
Beyond Content: Rebuilding L&D Around The Transformation Triangle with Egle Vinauskaite Jun 22, 2026 2702 In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Egle Vinauskaite to discuss the launch of her highly anticipated follow-up to the ‘Race for Impact’ report. They explore the core objectives behind this new research and the methodology Egle used to capture the reality of today's learning landscape. Egle reflects on the "Transformation Triangle" - a core concept of th
Strength in Chaos: Leadership Development for an Unpredictable World With Kevin Black
Strength in Chaos: Leadership Development for an Unpredictable World With Kevin Black Jun 9, 2026 2516 In this episode, Kevin Black joins David to explore why leadership so often feels chaotic and why most leadership development fails to prepare leaders for that reality. Together, they examine the gap between how leadership is taught and how it’s experienced, unpacking how leaders respond to pressure, uncertainty, and loss of control and why those responses can either escalate or stabilise chaos.
Navigating a Shifting L&D Jobs Market with Nick Jones
Navigating a Shifting L&D Jobs Market with Nick Jones May 26, 2026 2739 In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Nick Jones of Blue Eskimo to discuss the state of the industry following the launch of the 2026 Blue Eskimo Work & Salary Report. Nick dives into the current market reality, exploring what is actually happening on the ground and how global shifts are impacting the jobs market. The conversation addresses the significan
7 Steps to Better Learning Engagement, A Blueprint for Creating Impactful L&D, Live in NYC with Becky Willis
7 Steps to Better Learning Engagement, A Blueprint for Creating Impactful L&D, Live in NYC with Becky Willis May 12, 2026 3598 In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Becky Willis to break down the essential components of her new book, 7 Steps to Better Learning Engagement: A Blueprint for Creating Impactful L&D. Together, they explore what it truly takes for an organization to shift its attention toward L&D and, more importantly, how to convert that attention into tangible business
Exposing L&D’s Operating Model: Navigating the Most Significant Disruption in L&D History with Tom Kupetis and Brandon Dickens
Exposing L&D’s Operating Model: Navigating the Most Significant Disruption in L&D History with Tom Kupetis and Brandon Dickens Apr 28, 2026 2808 In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Tom Kupetis and Brandon Dickens to explore how AI is revealing deep-seated flaws in the traditional L&D operating model. They discuss why the industry’s long-standing reliance on static content and "one size fits all" curricula is no longer fit for purpose in a world where expertise is now available on tap. Tom and Br
L&D at the AI Table: Shaping Strategy, Not Just Providing the Training with Simon Brown
L&D at the AI Table: Shaping Strategy, Not Just Providing the Training with Simon Brown Apr 14, 2026 2489 In this episode, Simon Brown takes us inside his role as Global Learning & Development Leader at EY, sharing how he sits at the table shaping the organisation’s AI agenda rather than just delivering training. We explore how L&D can move from a support function to a strategic driver in the AI era, the practical ways his team is role-modelling AI, and the benefits of taking an integrated approach ac
Influence, Evidence and Building High-Impact L&D with Hillary Miller
Influence, Evidence and Building High-Impact L&D with Hillary Miller Mar 31, 2026 2898 In this episode, Hillary Miller takes us behind the scenes of scaling L&D across a complex healthcare system. She discusses how she adapted team structures to meet the needs of hospitals, outpatient services, and physician networks, and how she identified what was working and what needed to change. Hillary also explores her approach to influencing senior stakeholders, using evidence over anecdote
Transforming L&D at WM: From Running Legacy L&D to Making Real Business Impact with Brian Jarvis
Transforming L&D at WM: From Running Legacy L&D to Making Real Business Impact with Brian Jarvis Mar 17, 2026 2509 In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Brian Jarvis to explore what it takes to lead an L&D transformation inside a long-established organisation. Brian reflects on stepping into WM, the early signals that learning wasn’t supporting the business in the way it needed and the first moves he made to begin changing direction. He discusses building credibility

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