The Human Roll

The Human Roll

HR and Payroll, Unplugged

The Human Roll is where people, process, and payroll come together.


Hosted by Tiana Neal—HRIS expert, payroll strategist, and CEO of Transcenders Consulting Group—this podcast unpacks the real-world challenges and opportunities at the intersection of Human Resources and Payroll. Each episode features candid conversations with industry leaders, practitioners, and innovators who are transforming the way we work, hire, and lead.


From compliance complexities to system integrations, from leadership shifts to emerging tech trends, The Human Roll covers the topics that matter most to modern People Operations teams. Whether you’re an HR leader, payroll professional, or business decision-maker, this podcast offers smart insights and fresh perspectives designed to help you navigate the ever-evolving world of work.


Tune in for honest dialogue, practical takeaways, and a few laughs along the way—because while the work is serious, we don’t always have to be.

Benefits & HR Tech Under Pressure: Inflation & Innovation
The Human RollJuly 16, 202500:23:01

Benefits & HR Tech Under Pressure: Inflation & Innovation

Special Guests Holly Larson, HCM Tech Consultant with USI, joins us to discuss benefit strategies and how companies can plan for rising premiums due to inflation.

Work Visas Verified: Myths, Mistakes, and Must-Knows
The Human RollJuly 01, 202500:25:12

Work Visas Verified: Myths, Mistakes, and Must-Knows

This episode we have special guest Jay Arnold who helps us breakdown the most and least common types of work visas, myths and misconceptions and how HR teams can avoid mistakes.

Global Payroll Consolidation: Is One System Ever Enough?
The Human RollJune 23, 202500:13:58

Global Payroll Consolidation: Is One System Ever Enough?

Mariah Hantis is back again with a special edition! We take a deep dive into whether or not one system is enough and if a global consolidation is realistic.

AI in Payroll: A Partner not Replacement
The Human RollJune 16, 202500:24:19

AI in Payroll: A Partner not Replacement

This episode features Mariah Hantis, a Global People and AI expert! We dive into how AI can work as a partner, not a replacement for HR and Payroll teams and how organizations can successfully implement this across the business.

The TikTok of SOP's
The Human RollJune 05, 202500:24:28

The TikTok of SOP's

Libby DeLucien, Founder & CEO of WootRecruit and author of 1Layer Deep, joins us to talk about her five-step process on micro-playbooks and the problems her solution provides.

Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces
The Human RollMay 28, 202500:17:01

Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces

Season 3 Episode 7 is back with a SPECIAL EDITION! The lovely Kay Sargent, Senior Principal, Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors at HOK, takes time out of her busy schedule to talk about her newest book launch. We get into the origin of the book along with our post new normal reality.

Career Journey
The Human RollMay 23, 202500:25:44

Career Journey

S3 EP6 Features Jenny Araque, Founder of iRise Careers and Career360! We talk a deep dive into professionals and their career growth, AI, Skills-Based hiring and her upcoming launch of the Career360 platform.

The Importance of Payroll Tax
The Human RollMay 12, 202500:20:08

The Importance of Payroll Tax

Season 3, Episode 5 in The Importance of Payroll Tax diving into the Employee, Employer taxation as well as upcoming trends and technologies!

2024 Kick-Off
The Human RollMay 12, 202500:16:55

2024 Kick-Off

The Human Roll S2EP1: 2024 Kick-Off

Global Payroll
The Human RollMay 12, 202500:30:33

Global Payroll

The Human Roll S2 EP2 Global Payroll Discussion with special guest Mariah Hantis, Senior Director, Rewards, Payments, People Ops at Deel!