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At Work in America, the longest running and top downloaded HR podcast, focuses on human resources, management, leadership, and workforce technology. The show is hosted by Steve Boese, the Co-Chair of the HR Technology Conference and Trish Steed, CEO of H3 HR Advisors.

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	917	Founded	17 years ago
Number of Listeners		Category	Business

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Latest Episodes

Seeing the Future: Prediction Markets on the Rise With Gen Z

Hosts: Jack McFarlane and Nicholas Schlemmer

Summary

In this episode of The Play by Play, Jack and Nick break down the growing world of prediction markets and explore why platforms like ... more

21 Aug 2026 • 35 min

Are You Feeding AI the Wrong Data? The Leadership Signals You're Missing

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Tom Libretto, President at Workhuman

Summary

AI is only as powerful as the data behind it. As organizations race to deploy new AI t... more

18 Aug 2026 • 36 min

Workplace Connection: What Drives Motivation, Retention, and Performance

Host: Steve Boese

Guest: Jason Lauritsen, Workplace strategist, Executive advisor, Keynote speaker, and co-author of the Human Connection Study

Summary

In this episode of At... more

11 Aug 2026 • 40 min • Most popular

How Culture Can Make or Break AI Adoption

Hosts: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Nick Holmes, VP of Learning and Culture, and Founder of Culture Nova

Summary

In this episode of HR Means Business, Mervyn Dinnen speaks with Nick Holmes, organizational culture... more

7 Aug 2026 • 38 min

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Jason Lauritsen

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Nick Holmes

PhD researcher in organizational behavior; VP of Learning and Culture; founder of Culture Nova

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Brian Solis

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Episode: How Leaders Can Build AI-Native Organizations

Brian Hancock

Partner at McKinsey

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Episode: AI and the Next Evolution of Performance Management

Ken Ward

Talent acquisition veteran and recent counselor-in-training

Independent recruiter / Former TA leader

Episode: How AI and Assumptions are Shaping Hiring in 2026

David Goldstein

Founder of TeamBonding; author of Beyond Trust Falls

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Episode: Rebuilding Workplace Connection in the Age of AI and Hybrid Work

Jake Fortnite Adams

In-house carpenter, journeyman carpenter

carpenter, journeyman carpenter

Episode: Why Gen Z is Rethinking Careers: The Rise of Skilled Trades

Cris Beswick

Advisor and speaker on leadership and culture, serial entrepreneur, former CEO, and bestselling author of Building a Culture of Innovation

Independent consultant / Author

Episode: Building a Culture of Innovation: What Leaders Get Wrong

Hosts

Steve Boese

Host of the HR-focused network show; long-time HR technology advocate.

Trish Steed

Co-host and HR leadership advisor with emphasis on workplace culture and people operations.

Sabrina Baker

Contributor and host with focus on HR strategy and practical programs.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings

Loved the ep with Jessica!
Hi there Steve and Trish, loved that part about childcare being a ‘curated experience’ for each person in the episode with Jessica Harrah. Left you 5-star ratings and reviews!
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Mav Dallarte
Philippines2 years ago
HR Happy Hour Network hosted by Steve Boese is a standout podcast for business enthusiasts. Steve's insightful interviews and deep understanding of the topic make each episode educational and engaging. He 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!
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Aly_Zenrabbit
2 years ago
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I recently stumbled upon HR Happy Hour and it has quickly become a staple in my weekly routine. Each host’s deep understanding of HR topics, combined with the diverse range of expert guests, makes every episode both informative and engaging. Whether discussing the latest trends in talent management, navigating complex workplace dynamics, or offering practical advice on employee engagement, this show consistently delivers high-quality content. It's an invaluable resource for anyone in the HR worl... more
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Andieo1997
United States3 years ago
Very real approach
I love the way the hosts interview on this show. They take very business forward topics and interview them with a very real, candid, human approach. Every episode has actionable ways to tie back what you’ve learned in your day job. It’s awesome!
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5
Rachelabauer
United States3 years ago
Brilliant
I would highly recommend this podcast to anyone interested in human resources, management, leadership, and workforce technology.
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I value the unique angle
Austria4 years ago

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Hosts ask practical, business-forward questions that translate to real-world results.

Audio quality and pacing sometimes polarize listeners, with occasional critiques of intro/outro volume and episode length.

Guests are consistently strong and bring actionable insights for HR and leadership.

High-quality guest diversity and depth, with valuable perspectives on AI and culture.

A broad, practical resource for HR leaders seeking applicable guidance and leadership ideas.

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How Leaders Can Build AI-Native Organizations

Q: What are some practical ways to make these transformations more manageable for customers and prospects?

Start from the top with culture and leadership, build a trust and feedback loop, empower a Chief Workflow Officer to break sacred cows, and redesign workflows so AI creates space for new value rather than just automating old tasks.

How Leaders Can Build AI-Native Organizations

Q: What would you say is the biggest difference between AI and previous tech revolutions, and what should leaders do differently?

The key difference is that AI amplifies capabilities and requires a shift from asking how to implement AI to asking how the business should be redesigned to run with AI—changing strategies, not just tools.

How Leaders Can Build AI-Native Organizations

Q: We want to talk about how this— Brian, I'll start with you. You've been writing and speaking on these kinds of topics for a long time. How is AI different to you in your mind and require maybe a different response from organizations, to be successful with it, to adapt to it?

AI is not just a new tool; it reshapes the entire operating model. It changes workflows, data governance, and organizational design, so success depends on rethinking how the business is structured around AI, not just adding AI as a plug-in.

Leadership in the AI Era: How Great Managers Create Clarity Through Change

Q: What capabilities should managers focus on to avoid becoming 'heads down' and to navigate a fast-moving AI-driven environment?

Be decisive and directive where appropriate, align the organization on the threats and goals, and develop a clear culture around how work gets done. Build a culture deck, clarify roles and expectations, and ensure feedback readiness so teams can move quickly without losing the coherence of strategy and brand.

Leadership in the AI Era: How Great Managers Create Clarity Through Change

Q: Ben, for folks, I don't know who this would be, but we do get new listeners all the time. It's been maybe about a year since you've been on. Could you give us a quick update on PILOT and what you're focused on now?

We're a leadership and management development firm with a global footprint, about 50+ people, helping organizations align people with strategy through clearer goals, stronger culture, and faster execution. We recently expanded our offerings with a 360 feedback product called Feedback Sprints and are focusing on making feedback more productive and less confrontational, including getting employees to interview their own managers to flip the script.

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What is HR Happy Hour Network about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across episodes, the show consistently covers HR, leadership, and workplace technology with a strong emphasis on AI, performance, and employee experience. Conversations often blend practical HR operations (Hiring, Onboarding, Compliance) with strategic leadership, culture, and workforce design, featuring real-world case studies from large organizations and advisory firms. Noteworthy angles include AI-driven HR transformations, trusted performance reviews, and innovative approaches to leadership development in budget-constrained environments. The format tends to mix data-backed insights with actionable guidance, making it especially useful for HR leaders, talent executives, and managers seeking concrete steps to modernize people programs whi... more

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