The BARF

The workplace is shifting fast—Deloitte is linking office attendance to performance reviews, Gen Z is scrolling their phones mid-interview, and AI is creeping further into HR. Meanwhile, Microsoft is retiring Skype, Walmart is hiring gig workers for deliveries, and the EEOC is tackling anti-Semitism...

The evolving landscape of HR and recruitment is undergoing a massive transformation with AI at the forefront. From tackling the gender pay gap to leveraging AI tools for freelancers, this episode dives into how technology is reshaping talent acquisition and employee training. In this episode, we loo...

Amazon is ditching layers of management, AI is cutting IT jobs, and government buyouts are on the rise. Meanwhile, HR tech is consolidating, employee retention is shifting, and the EEOC’s latest gender identity rulings could have major legal consequences. Oh, and let’s not forget—71% of meetings are...

The Super Bowl isn’t just about football—it’s a reflection of generational shifts, corporate strategies, and even workplace politics. In this episode, we dive into the evolving work ethic across different age groups, Workday’s latest AI-driven skills intelligence, and why ICE raids have HR leaders r...

Employee engagement is anything but one-size-fits-all. Burnout is rising, workplace discrimination cases keep making headlines, and companies are doubling down on corporate accountability (or avoiding it altogether). Meanwhile, job mobility is skyrocketing as workers chase better pay, and remote wor...

Summary: In this episode, we delve into the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in today's workforce, examining its intersection with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and the broader workplace trends shaping the future. We discuss how AI is influencing company cultu...

California’s job policies are breaking barriers, AI is transforming the way businesses operate, and workplace flexibility is redefining employee loyalty. This episode dives into workplace challenges like mansplaining, shifting parental leave norms, and the ongoing wave of industry acquisitions shapi...

BARF is back, and we’re diving headfirst into AI’s growing role in the workplace, the ethical landmines of corporate policies, and the future of workforce automation. This week’s stories uncover the harsh realities of workplace culture, from harassment allegations to AI-driven layoffs—and the hidden...

In this episode, we tackle workplace power plays, leadership under fire, the rise of union battles, and how AI is reshaping hiring strategies. From housing market chaos to healthcare headaches, we’re breaking down the trends redefining HR and the future of work. Key Takeaways Family dynamics and fin...

In this episode, we tackle key topics shaping work and HR, including meditation, sex discrimination lawsuits, layoffs, Amazon’s remote work policies, telehealth innovations, child labor violations, job postings, and AI’s role in gamifying training. Plus, we unpack career aspirations from a youth per...