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Honest HR

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Workplace Culture
Employee Engagement
Mental Health
Bad Bosses
Artificial Intelligence
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Political Activities
Diversity and Inclusion
Empathy
Employee Relations
Workplace Romance
Civility In the Workplace
Workplace Management Strategies
Workplace Relationships
Workplace Civility
Leadership
Workplace Equity
Ted Lasso
Loneliness Epidemic
Talent Acquisition

Honest HR is the go-to podcast for aspiring and informed HR professionals intent on transforming workplace challenges into golden opportunities. This podcast brings you insights, trends, and actionable advice through relatable stories from the REAL world of HR.

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When outdated leadership ideas linger, they don’t just slow progress — they shape how people think, act, and connect at work. Alex Haslam, co-author of “Zombie Leadership: Dead Ideas That Still Walk Among Us,” joins host Nicole Belyna, SHRM-SCP, to u... more

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As entry-level roles shrink, internships are filling the gap and reshaping how businesses grow talent. Ranked number one on Yello’s Top 100 Internship Programs of 2025, engineering consulting firm Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., demonstrates how a ... more

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As politics continue to dominate the headlines, HR professionals find themselves on the front lines of free speech at work. Can employees be fired for expressing political opinions — or does the First Amendment protect them? Attorney Tom Spiggle join... more

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The silent threat in today’s workplaces isn’t people “quiet quitting,” or doing the bare minimum in their job. It’s employees who stay but are stuck, burned out, and silently disengaging — a newer phenomenon known as “quiet cracking.” Jared Pope, a b... more

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Recent Guests

Lane Greene
HR professional and expert in developing internship programs
Kimley-Horn Consulting Firm
Episode: The Evolving Role of Internships in a Shrinking Entry-Level Market
Tom Spiggle
Founder and Attorney of Spiggle Law Firm
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Episode: The Legal Tightrope Between Employee Politics and Employer Rights
Jared Pope
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Episode: Quiet Cracking — The Silent Strain That’s Breaking Workplaces
Carlyne Ervin
Vice President of HR at Chrysalis
Chrysalis
Episode: Using Stay Interviews to Spot Red Flags and Boost Retention
Heidi Hartman
An executive coach and leadership consultant with over 20 years of experience.
Episode: Too Much Information? Setting Boundaries for Workplace Gossip and Oversharing
Judge Songhai Armstead
Director of the Los Angeles County Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department
Los Angeles County
Episode: Second-Chance Hiring for People with Incarceration Histories
Isaac Agbeshie-Noye
Program Director for the SHRM Foundation's Widening Pathways to Work Initiative
SHRM Foundation
Episode: Don’t Overlook Older Workers; They’re an Untapped Talent Pool
Dr. Diane Hamilton
Behavioral expert and creator of the Curiosity Code Index
Episode: Curiosity Is Contagious — Does Your HR Team Have It?
John Fay
Director of Product Strategy at Equifax Workforce Solutions and Immigration Attorney
Equifax Workforce Solutions
Episode: Immigration Enforcement Is Ramping Up — Are Your I-9s Ready?

Hosts

Nicole Belyna
Host of Honest HR
Monique Akanbi
Host of Honest HR

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 269 ratings
  • Great Show!

    This is a must listen to podcast for everyone and not just people who work in HR. I look forward to listening to the new episode every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikeyk614
    United States8 months ago
  • Generally, strong and informative episodes though there are some misses. Credit for continuing Ed.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    ba
    10 months ago
  • What Makes A Good Boss

    Being a boss is not the same as being a Leader. Supervisors and Managers should aspire to be Leaders. A boss has the title, a Leader as the people.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zilla06
    United Statesa year ago
  • High Five HR Podcast

    Well done, SHRM. These episodes are timely, relevant, and listening or reading them count toward recertification. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CHRO in Bay Area
    United Statesa year ago
  • Honest HR hosted by Amber Clayton is a standout podcast for business enthusiasts. Amber's insightful interviews and deep understanding of the topic make each episode educational and engaging. She has a knack for making the topic easily digestible and turning it into actionable advice that listeners can apply to their situations. I highly recommend it - this is time well spent!

    Podchaser
    5
    Aly_Zenrabbit
    a year ago

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Overall, the show is seen as an essential tool for HR professionals aiming for professional development.
The podcast is a great resource for actionable HR insights and practical advice.
Listeners appreciate the engaging stories that make complex HR concepts relatable.
The content is often described as timely and relevant for today's workplace challenges.
Some feedback mentions audio quality issues but praises the depth of information provided.

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The Evolving Role of Internships in a Shrinking Entry-Level Market
Q: How can HR leaders tie internship programs directly to long-term talent pipeline goals?
Internship programs should be leveraged as a significant talent pipeline, with organizations filling full-time positions directly from their intern pool, thus expediting the hiring process and ensuring candidates are already integrated into company culture.
Quiet Cracking — The Silent Strain That’s Breaking Workplaces
Q: What's the very first step they should take?
Conduct a pulse check through surveys or one-on-ones to understand employee sentiment and then share findings transparently.
Quiet Cracking — The Silent Strain That’s Breaking Workplaces
Q: When we think about HR, how can we help create a culture that identifies and addresses quiet cracking?
There needs to be a psychological safe space for employees to raise their voice without fear of retaliation or judgment.
Quiet Cracking — The Silent Strain That’s Breaking Workplaces
Q: How can they catch those early warning signs?
By being curious and asking team members if everything is okay, as well as regularly checking in with them.
Second-Chance Hiring for People with Incarceration Histories
Q: What about the normal everyday barriers that they might have?
HR teams should factor in basic needs like transportation and housing stability into their hiring and retention strategies.

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What is Honest HR about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on actionable insights and trends in human resources, this podcast provides aspiring and experienced HR professionals with relatable stories and practical advice for tackling workplace challenges. Key topics covered include innovative hiring practices, the importance of fostering curiosity and inclusion in the workplace, and strategies for employee well-being and retention. Notably, the discussions often feature interviews with industry experts, enhancing the value of the content by integrating expert perspectives and real-world experiences. The emphasis on timely and relevant subject matter, combined with an engaging conversational tone, makes it a significant resource for HR professionals looking to make impactful changes in thei... more

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1. Lane Greene
2. Tom Spiggle
3. Jared Pope
4. Carlyne Ervin
5. Heidi Hartman
6. Judge Songhai Armstead
7. Isaac Agbeshie-Noye
8. Dr. Diane Hamilton

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