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HR Leaders

Chris Rainey
Artificial Intelligence
Employee Engagement
Human Resources
Leadership
Leadership Development
Employee Experience
Mental Health
Talent Acquisition
People Analytics
AI In HR
Generative AI
HR Technology
Workplace Culture
Change Management
Culture
Company Culture
Employee Well-Being
Psychological Safety
Learning and Development
Employee Development

Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether ... more

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The CHRO’s real test isn’t getting a seat at the table, it’s whether the CEO would make the decision without them.

In this special episode, Lewis Brown, Jr. - MA and Josh Klein of From Here Collective join Rich Jennings, Executive Advisor to Comcast... more

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AI is moving faster than most organisations can redesign themselves, so how do you stop transformation becoming a series of disconnected technology fixes?

Every leader says they want a high-performing team. But what happens when poor performance, mi... more

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AI is moving faster than most organisations can redesign themselves, so how do you stop transformation becoming a series of disconnected technology fixes?

In the most recent HR Leaders Podcast episode, I had an insightful conversation with Judith Wi... more

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What if AI isn't replacing jobs, but quietly redesigning the tasks inside them?

In the most recent HR Leaders Podcast episode, I had an important conversation with Sultan Murad Saidov, Former CEO / Founder and Investor at Beamery. He explains why ta... more

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Recent Guests

Maharukh Dalal
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Episode: How High Performers Beat Imposter Syndrome at Work
Josh Newman
VP of Skills and Talent Readiness at ServiceNow
ServiceNow
Episode: How to Get Your Team to Actually Use AI at Work
Ty Beasley
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Episode: Why Traditional Performance Reviews Fail (And What to Do Instead)
Chris Bruce
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Origin Benefits
Episode: Why Benefits Remain One of HR’s Biggest Data Blind Spots
Jacob Morgan
Author and HR thinker discussing employee experience and AI
Future Organization / The Eight Laws of Employee Experience
Episode: How to Stay Ahead in the AI Era
Mechelle Monroe
Chief People Client Officer for WPP Open X
WPP Open X
Episode: How to Lead Under Pressure Without Losing Yourself
Ciara Harrington
Executive from Skillsoft
Skillsoft
Episode: How to Build a Skills Strategy That Survives the AI Era
Dr. Kalifa
Senior Director of Technology and Human Analytics (guest)
Undisclosed at time of recording
Episode: How to Make AI Actually Useful in HR
Peter Andrew Danzig
Trauma therapist, clinician, and researcher focusing on psychological safety
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Episode: Why Your Culture Doesn’t Feel Safe Yet (and what leaders get wrong)

Host

Chris Rainey
Host of HR Leaders Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 225 ratings
  • Loved that ep with Scott!

    Hi Chris, that conversation with Scott was gold. The stat you mentioned was alarming - that only 50% of managers feel confident to have a ‘wellbeing’ conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mav Dallarte
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast on HR!

    If you’re in workplace management, this podcast is a no brainer and a must listen! Chris and his guests provide practical and valuable advice and cover so many topics from inclusivity to workplace communication to vulnerability in leadership. Chris is consistently thought provoking and insightful. Don’t think about it - subscribe now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooke Strauss
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Informative and easy to listen to conversations with diverse guests which are so engaging for anyone working in and with teams.

    Let’s hope that so many of the forward-thinking ideas are implemented by as many companies as possible - as soon as possible.

    Thank you and up the great work, Chris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidJJo
    Spain3 years ago
  • Do not miss this if you are a HR pro!

    I love the way Chris conducts his interviews- they feel like conversations between friends, that just so happen to be about workplace topics and issues that correlate directly to the work that I do. He’s so approachable to listen to and gives great, actionable takeaways for professionals at all levels. Don’t miss this one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachelabauer
    United States3 years ago
  • Listen and lead!

    HR professionals - meet your new favorite podcast! Chris has created an incredible resource for you with HR Leaders. Hear from industry experts as they discuss challenges, present solutions, and share their insights into what’s next in HR.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise actionable, practical HR guidance and diverse guest perspectives.
Audience notes the show covers a broad range of timely topics from culture to AI, with strong guest quality.
The host is described as thoughtful and engaging, with conversations that feel accessible and relevant to HR pro roles.

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How to Build Trust with Employees in Times of Chaos
Q: Before we go any further, tell everyone a little bit about your role, and maybe a bit about the organization for people that aren't aware of it.
The guest discusses leading HR at Globalization Partners, focusing on internal workforce management, benefits for a large global team and thousands of EOR professionals, and contributing to product development (GIA) to support HR professionals with global employment and compliance.
How to Get Your Team to Actually Use AI at Work
Q: What does embedding AI in the flow of work actually look like in practice at ServiceNow?
It means AI-native products, real-time coaching, simulations, and a talent signature data layer that captures signals across functional, AI, and human skills to guide development and readiness.
How to Prepare Your Workforce for Jobs That Do Not Exist Yet
Q: Who's leading the effort to overhaul workforce infrastructure and what are the biggest challenges?
The guest describes a coalition approach, involving employers, learning institutions, and government, with proof points and cross-sector collaboration as essential to overcoming scale and fragmentation.
Why 80% of HR Teams Are Doing Strategic Work Wrong
Q: Could you share some practical examples of the changes you've identified and implemented during the HR transformation?
The shift to a centralized service center with a case-first approach, building knowledge articles for self-service, and reorganizing HR roles to separate strategic and transactional work were key examples; onboarding journey mapping and a focus on the employee experience driven many improvements.
Why Traditional Performance Reviews Fail (And What to Do Instead)
Q: What was your view on talent and HR perception coming in versus what you know now?
HR needed to shift from being transaction-focused to becoming strategic advisors who understand the business, its money flows, and the partners they support; this required experiential learning with the client and a deeper business literacy.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HR Leaders

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

This show centers on strategic HR leadership, exploring how HR functions evolve from administrative to business-critical, with a strong focus on culture, leadership, and the integration of AI and technology into people operations. Episodes frequently feature CHROs, Chief People Officers, and senior HR thinkers from a mix of sectors (tech, manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare) discussing talent strategy, performance, burnout, and scalable people programs. Noteworthy angles include remote-work culture, AI-enabled HR tooling, and practical playbooks for leadership development, culture shaping, and workforce planning that aim to drive measurable business outcomes. The format tends to blend practical case studies with forward-looking conversat... more

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1. Maharukh Dalal
2. Josh Newman
3. Ty Beasley
4. Chris Bruce
5. Jacob Morgan
6. Mechelle Monroe
7. Ciara Harrington
8. Dr. Kalifa

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