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Bring Out the Talent: A Learning and Development Podcast

Maria Melfa & Jocelyn Allen
Artificial Intelligence
Learning and Development
Employee Engagement
Workplace Culture
Leadership Development
Change Management
Organizational Success
Talent Development
Employee Optimization
Performance Improvement
Accountability In Leadership
Values Alignment
Organizational Culture
Mental Health
Leadership
NASA
Zal AI
Decision Making
Generational Dynamics
HR Practices

Tune into The Training Associates (TTA) “Bring Out the Talent” podcast to hear from learning and development talent and partners on their innovative approaches and industry insights. In each episode, TTA’s CEO, Maria Melfa, and Talent Manager, Jocelyn Allen will chat with subject matter experts and bring you casual, yet insightful conversations. Maria and Jocelyn use their unique blend of industry... more

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Every team is made up of people who think differently, communicate differently, solve problems differently, and contribute in very different ways. Yet in many workplaces, there is still an unspoken expectation that everyone should operate the same wa... more

AI is changing the way organizations think about performance, coaching, and day-to-day work. Yet for many teams, the challenge is not simply adopting new technology. It’s understanding how to use AI in a way that feels practical and genuinely useful ... more

In this episode of Bring Out the Talent, we explore The AI Learning Revolution and what it takes to move beyond participation to true proficiency. This conversation introduces a model built on accountability, where AI and human expertise work togethe... more

In this episode of Bring Out the Talent, we’re talking about something that quietly drives almost everything at work but rarely gets measured in a meaningful way: emotion. Most leadership tools focus on what people think, what they do, or how they pe... more

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Ed Lance
Expert AI trainer and practitioner with 25+ years building talent systems for NASA and the US Army
Independent AI training practitioner / NASA and US Army veteran
Episode: The AI Learning Revolution: Moving from Participation to Proficiency
Lynn Turner
Certified AgileBrain trainer; frequent Bring Out the Talent guest
AgileBrain
Episode: The Emotional Side of Leadership: How the 12 Emotional Gifts Shape Teams, Culture, and Performance
John Laverdure
VP of Sales at The Training Associates (TTA)
The Training Associates (TTA)
Episode: A Casual Conversation: Inside TTA Connect
Michael Aguirre
VP of IT at The Training Associates (TTA)
The Training Associates (TTA)
Episode: A Casual Conversation: Inside TTA Connect
Shauna Bona
Learning strategist and organizational development leader
Independent / Consulting
Episode: Revitalize Employee Onboarding: How Agile Thinking Helps Low-Energy Programs Deliver Results
Carrie Quick
Senior human capital operations and business development leader
Various industries
Episode: Change Management: What Do You Do When It Goes Wrong?
Mechelle Roberthon
Nationally recognized HR and organizational development leader; keynote speaker and consultant
Independent/Dr. Rob Consulting
Episode: Setting the Stage for Success: Onboarding and Orientation Strategies
Jason Murphy
President and Chief Consultant of JRM Human Capital, Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Master Facilitator
JRM Human Capital
Episode: Driving Positive Leadership in Today's Workplace
John Rossman
Former Amazon executive and author of Big Bet Leadership
Amazon (former) / Author
Episode: Driving Innovation Through Strategic Leadership

Hosts

Maria Melfa
CEO and host with co-hosts, frequently discussing the intersection of talent and organizational development.
Jocelyn Allen
Talent Manager and co-host, known for candid conversations about L&D, culture, and practical solutions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Role model for how to run a company with kindness, generosity, and inclusivity

    I stumbled upon this podcast several days ago I recognized the name, Maria Melfa, and remembered back to my short stay at Framingham South high school. could this be Maria Melfa that I attended American and English literature classes with? Indeed, this is Maria! She probably doesn’t remember me, but I am very glad to know that she has had what appears to be a very rewarding, fulfilling life/career. It sounds like she has mentored and been exceptionally instrumental not only in building her compa... more

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    Professional trainer
    United States3 years ago
  • Yasssss, Queen!

    Absolutely love listening to this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mscses
    United States4 years ago
  • Very informative

    I enjoyed learning more about the company I have been working for as a contractor for over ten years. Excellent company.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pukatis
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    This is great! I really enjoyed it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StarWars1222
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    I really enjoyed listening to how TTA began & the history behind this great company. The company culture is something that stands out in this podcast from the laughter & discussion that Maria & cohost Jocelyn share & talk about!! Cant wait to listen to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dancingea
    United States5 years ago

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Some listeners feel episodes are highly informative for L&D practitioners, with occasional strong opinions or controversy in niche episodes.
Content is valued for behind-the-scenes access to the L&D industry and TTA's approach.
Guests consistently praised for practical, real-world insights and clear takeaways.
Hosts are described as engaging, candid, and human, with a fun rapport.

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Change Management: What Do You Do When It Goes Wrong?
Q: What practical steps can leaders take to embed lessons learned during a change initiative?
Debriefs should translate into real-time actions, with pulse checks and quick wins communicated across all stakeholders. Treat lessons learned as living, actionable insights rather than a final report, and circulate concise, audience-specific updates to sustain momentum.
The AI Learning Revolution: Moving from Participation to Proficiency
Q: Why is the 80% rule for mastery better for a person's confidence or understanding?
It ensures that labs and learning activities actually lead to working capability, not just certificate attainment, by providing continuous feedback and high-stakes checks that promote genuine competence.
Revitalize Employee Onboarding: How Agile Thinking Helps Low-Energy Programs Deliver Results
Q: How do you measure the success of an onboarding revamp beyond traditional surveys?
Track time-to-competence, productivity milestones, reduced errors and safety incidents, improved customer and stakeholder outcomes, and engagement scores over cohorts; benchmark changes to demonstrate continuous improvement rather than one-off results.
Revitalize Employee Onboarding: How Agile Thinking Helps Low-Energy Programs Deliver Results
Q: What is one starting point organizations can implement to begin revitalizing onboarding today?
Start with making onboarding welcoming and personal, then add a single, concrete improvement such as assigning a go-to mentor, a simple welcome gesture, or a clear first-week pathway; prioritize human connection over exhaustive checklists as the first step.
Revitalize Employee Onboarding: How Agile Thinking Helps Low-Energy Programs Deliver Results
Q: But that word you used, stale, resonates well—how do you know if a program is truly stale and not just well-structured on the surface?
Staleness shows up in diminishing impact over time, with the learner experience feeling flat, lack of real-world application, and missing opportunities for feedback and adjustment; you can detect this by watching for reduced engagement, rising questions, and a lack of alignment with current business needs.

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1. Ed Lance
2. Lynn Turner
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4. Michael Aguirre
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