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SpeakEasy HR
Uncut. Unfiltered. Authentic.
SpeakEasy HR is where raw, uncut, unfiltered conversations meet real-world workplace challenges. It’s HR like you’ve never heard it before—honest, unscripted, and full of practical takeaways. Join me LIVE on LinkedIn and YouTube as we dive into the issues shaping today’s workplace, from the straightforward to the uncomfortable. Nothing is off the table.
Why SpeakEasy HR Stands Out
Each episode features passionate, authentic guests who bring serious expertise and unforgettable stories from the trenches of HR, leadership, and business. Whether you’re an HR pro, a people leader, or just someone who cares about better work cultures, you’ll leave every episode with fresh insights, real strategies, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Our Mission
We’re here to challenge the norm, ask the hard questions, and spark meaningful conversations across the HR and business landscape. SpeakEasy HR is about more than talk—it’s about action. Our goal is to inspire bold thinking, drive real change, and build a community of professionals who are unafraid to lead with purpose, passion, and integrity.
061: Using Free AI Tools for Job Search & Interviews
In this episode, we sit down with Darryl Erby, a data-driven enterprise sales leader with an MBA in Data Analytics and more than a decade of experience helping AI and modern data stack companies drive real revenue growth.Darryl breaks down how job seekers can leverage free AI tools to level up every...
060: Why AI Won’t Fix Your People Problems
AI is everywhere in HR right now—but is it actually solving the problems leaders care about most?In this episode of the SpeakEasy HR Podcast, I’m joined by Ben Eubanks to cut through the hype and get real about where technology helps, where it falls short, and why people challenges still require hum...
059: Building High-Performing Teams with Data
In this episode of Top Shelf Topic, we sit down with Damon Clark, Founder of Talent Optimizers, to explore how organizations can build high-performing teams by leveraging data, behavioral science, and sustainable development strategies.Damon shares his insights on how data-driven approaches can help...
058: Focus Forward - HR’s Human Edge in 2026
In this episode, I’m joined by Christie Engler, a passionate HR leader and champion of people-centric workplace culture, to explore why HR’s greatest advantage in 2026 won’t be technology — it will be humanity.With 20 years of hands-on HR experience across industries like manufacturing, construction...
057: How Organizations & Employees Co-Create Career Growth
We kick off 2026 with a timely conversation on career growth—and why it can no longer be owned by leaders or employees alone.I’m joined by Lisa Fain, CEO of the Center for Mentoring Excellence, keynote speaker, and leadership coach, to explore how mentoring, inclusion, and shared accountability crea...
056: The 2026 TA Forecast - What Leaders Should Expect
Mike Wood from HR.com joins to discuss Talent Acquisition in our Top Shelf Topic: The 2026 TA Forecast: What Leaders Should Expect. Mike provides a forward-looking analysis of the talent acquisition landscape, highlighting emerging trends and the challenges HR leaders will face in 2026.The conversat...
055: Everboarding & Leadership 2.0 - The Future of People Development
In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving world of talent, leadership, and people development with Lilith Christiansen, Chief Consultant and Founder of HumanGenuity. Lilith brings years of expertise helping organizations reimagine how they onboard, engage, and continually grow their people.We ...
054: The Power of Visual Thinking
I’m joined by Todd Cherches, CEO & Co-Founder of Big Blue Gumball, for an eye-opening conversation on the true power of visual thinking. Todd breaks down how visuals, metaphors, and simple sketches can transform the way leaders communicate, engage their teams, and bring complex ideas to life. We exp...
053: Designing Culture That Works — And What to Do When It Doesn’t
In this episode, Jessica Noon joins us for a top-shelf conversation on what it really takes to build a workplace culture that thrives — and what leaders can do when it starts to fall apart. From intentional design to practical recovery strategies, Jessica shares her insights on aligning values, lead...
052: The Culture Advantage - Building Workplaces People Love
SpeakEasy HR Hits the Road — Live from CincySHRM! We broadcasting straight from MadTree Brewing for a special live episode! I was joined by Melanie Booher, Engagement & Experience Officer at Talent Magnet Institute and Amazon Best-Selling Author, as we dive into what it really takes to build workpla...
