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HR Leaders

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

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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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Khadija Ben Hammada, Member of the Executive Board and Chief People Officer at Merck Group, to unpack how HR can lead through AI transformation without losing the human heart of the organiza... more

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In this episode of our On The Road series, we sit down with Amy Coleman, Executive Vice President, Chief People Officer at Microsoft, to explore how leaders can scale AI transformation without losing the human connection at the center of work.

Amy r... more

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In this episode of our On The Road series, we sit down with Laura Mattimore and Lucia Suarez from Procter & Gamble to explore how one of the world’s most iconic companies is redesigning talent for the AI era.

Laura leads global talent across P&G’s e... more

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In this episode of our On The Road series, we sit down with Kalifa Oliver, Ph.D. Senior Director of Technology - People Analytics at Lowe's Companies, Inc. to explore why HR needs to stop chasing AI tools and start solving the right business problems... more

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Recent Guests

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
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Episode: Why Your Culture Doesn’t Feel Safe Yet (and what leaders get wrong)
Frederic Patitucci
Head of PNC for Philip Morris International
Philip Morris International
Episode: Why Continuous Learning Is the Only Way to Stay Relevant in 2026
Kristen Pressner
Global Human Resources Executive at a large multinational company
Episode: How to Create a Neurodiversity-Friendly Workplace
Jon Levy
Behavioral scientist, author, and expert in human behavior.
Episode: Stop Hiring “Superstars” - They Might Be Office Vampires 🧛‍♂️
Anoop Gupta
Co-founder and CEO at SeekOut, expert in AI and talent acquisition
SeekOut
Episode: How AI Will Transform Recruiting by 2026
Unnamed Guest
Global head of talent acquisition
Hilti Group
Episode: How to Hire 55,000 People in 6 Years (And Not Break Your Company)
Will Leahy
VP of People at Greenhouse
Greenhouse
Episode: How AI Makes Coaching Accessible Beyond the C-Suite
Mickey Droxler
Former CEO at Gap, influential in shaping Jamie's career path.
Alex Mill
Episode: How to Turn People Strategy Into Profit Strategy

Host

Chris Rainey
Host of HR Leaders

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 224 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 States2 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
    Spain2 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

Listeners Say

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Guests deliver deep, real-world insights that are relevant to leaders managing culture and AI initiatives.
Audience notes the discussions are timely and broad, covering global perspectives in HR.
Some episodes are seen as too host-centric by a minority of listeners.
The host offers engaging, conversational interviews and thoughtful questions.
Listeners praise practical, actionable advice from diverse HR experts.
The show is consistently valuable for HR pros seeking strategic guidance and leadership lessons.

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How to Turn Recognition Into Real Business Data (and reduce turnover)
Q: Tell everyone a little bit about your background and your role.
Jennifer explains her background as an HR practitioner who led total rewards at a high-tech company and her transition to Workhuman, where she focuses on frontline recognition and the data that drives culture at scale.
Why AI Will Change How People Get Paid (and what HR must fix first)
Q: What is the biggest challenge in converting recognition from a nice-to-have to a driver of performance?
The challenge is linking recognition to measurable outcomes and ensuring recognition nudges and processes are integrated into daily work in a way that meaningfully boosts performance and engagement rather than being seen as token gestures.
Why AI Will Change How People Get Paid (and what HR must fix first)
Q: How do you maintain a human-centric approach to rewards as AI changes job responsibilities?
Keep a focus on outcomes and ensure rewards reflect contributed value, with AI handling data-heavy analysis while humans interpret insights and drive strategic decisions to align compensation with performance and growth.
Why AI Will Change How People Get Paid (and what HR must fix first)
Q: What are the intended outcomes for AI adoption in the organization and how should teams be brought along?
The intended outcomes should be clearly defined, including whether the goal is to scale the workforce, change delivery methods, or improve efficiency, and teams should be gradually guided through the process with regular check-ins to maintain alignment and manage change.
Why Your Culture Doesn’t Feel Safe Yet (and what leaders get wrong)
Q: Before we jump in, tell us a bit more about your background and how you arrived at studying psychological safety.
The guest describes a nonlinear path from performing arts to clinical neurology, working on inclusion and safety on sets, and eventually focusing on the brain's role in workplace dynamics, with a current role at CHOP exploring organizational culture and trauma-informed care.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HR Leaders

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

Across recent episodes, the focus centers on practical HR leadership in the era of AI, data-driven people strategy, and culture under pressure from rapid change. Guests share experiences implementing AI-enabled coaching, recognition programs, frontline workforce engagement, and leadership development at scale, with attention to psychological safety, trust, and measurable business impact. Noteworthy angles include turning recognition data into leadership signals, balancing tech with human-centric work design, and managing culture during rapid growth across global organizations. This show often features CHRO-level perspectives from global brands, offering actionable frameworks for transforming talent, culture, and reward systems while keeping... more

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1. Dr. Kalifa
2. Peter Andrew Danzig
3. Frederic Patitucci
4. Kristen Pressner
5. Jon Levy
6. Anoop Gupta
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8. Will Leahy

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