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Talent Talks

TalentLMS
Artificial Intelligence
Learning and Development
L&D
Onboarding
Knowledge Mapping
Employee Engagement
Quiet Cracking
Organizational Change
Company Culture
Worktango
Talentlms
Social Learning
Hybrid Work
Learning Debt
Subtraction Strategy
Artificial Intelligence In L&D
Skills Visibility
Preboarding
Internal Mobility
AI In Learning

The world of work is changing fast. From AI to people-first mindsets, L&D is evolving. And so are the challenges. Talent Talks is your go-to space to pause, learn, and sometimes unlearn what L&D can look like today. Hear from the experts shaping the now - and the next - of L&D, HR, and everything in between. Talent Talks is brought to you by TalentLMS. For the full transcript and related resources... more

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What if the biggest problem in L&D right now isn't a lack of learning but too much of it? In this episode we chat to Lavinia Mehedintu, co-founder of Offbeat, to explore why more content doesn't always lead to better performance. From challenging the... more

In this episode, we sit down with self-described "L&D Detective" Kevin M. Yates to uncover what it really takes to prove the impact of learning. We explore why traditional L&D metrics only tell part of the story, how to design training around busines... more

In this episode, we talk to Donald Taylor, one of the most influential voices in global L&D and a long-time authority at the intersection of learning and technology. From the dangers of the "AI efficiency trap" to why L&D teams need to move beyond be... more

As work continues to transform, L&D in 2026 is being forced to rethink how it supports people on the job. In this episode, we sit down with David Kelly - longtime industry analyst and influential L&D thinker - to dig into our Annual TalentLMS Benchma... more

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Recent Guests

Lavinia Mehedintu
Co-founder of Offbeat, focusing on fresh learning experiences that drive performance
Offbeat
Episode: The L&D subtraction strategy: Why simplification wins with Lavinia Mehedintu
Kevin Yates
Self-described L&D detective, author of The L&D Detective Kit for Solving Impact Mysteries
Independent/Author (kevinmyeates.com)
Episode: 32. Solving the Training Impact Mystery with "L&D Detective" Kevin M. Yates
Donald Taylor
Industry authority in edtech; extensive experience at the intersection of technology and learning
Unknown (guest)
Episode: 31. AI in L&D: Beyond the Buzzwords and Gimmicks with Donald Taylor
David Kelly
Long-time L&D leader and industry analyst
Episode: 30. L&D in 2026: Learning Debt, AI, and Transformation with David Kelly
Lia Garvin
Coach focused on developing future leaders and middle management
TalentLMS / New Manager Playbook
Episode: 29. Quiet Cracking: The Hidden Crisis in the Workplace with Lia Garvin
Julia Phelan
Learning scientist and co-founder of 2.11
2.11
Episode: 28. Knowledge mapping: Surfacing employee strengths with Julia Phelan
Michelle Parry-Slater
L&D consultant and author; guest on the show
Episode: 27. Lean L&D: Maximum Impact, Minimum Resources with Michelle Parry-Slater
Amin Fard
Co-author of The Onboarding Playbook; CEO of Preppio
Preppio
Episode: 26. Onboarding Beyond Compliance: Designing Moments That Matter with Amin Fard
Michelle Parry Slater
Learning and development expert focused on SMBs and scaling L&D
Independent consultant / author
Episode: 25. Why We Don't Learn at Work: The Psychology Behind Great Training with Julie Dirksen

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29. Quiet Cracking: The Hidden Crisis in the Workplace with Lia Garvin
Q: Why is upskilling managers essential in navigating this moment of work culture stress?
Because managers are the first line of defense for team wellbeing; without skills and support, they retreat, leading to higher burnout and disengagement, so structured training helps managers handle uncertainty, foster communication, and keep teams productive.
29. Quiet Cracking: The Hidden Crisis in the Workplace with Lia Garvin
Q: What would your advice be to managers in spotting signs of quiet cracking?
Focus on observable changes in behavior and engagement, check in regularly, and provide managers with practical frameworks and training to address uncertainty, discuss workload, and recognize high performers to sustain motivation.
31. AI in L&D: Beyond the Buzzwords and Gimmicks with Donald Taylor
Q: What are the biggest mistakes companies make when delivering AI in learning, and how can they avoid them?
The core mistake is assuming merely adopting tools is enough. Instead, focus on business problems, involve the right people, start with easy wins like translation and localization, and pilot strategically before scaling; ensure you have internal advocates and clear proof of impact.

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A practical, practitioner-focused exploration of how learning and development shapes performance in modern workplaces. Episodes frequently center on moving beyond traditional training metrics toward performance-centric thinking, integrating AI thoughtfully, and designing learning that fits into real work flows. Guests include L&D leaders, researchers, and practitioners who share frameworks for measuring impact, improving onboarding and knowledge sharing, and guiding transformation through engaging, scalable approaches. Notable throughlines include the shift from one-off training to ongoing performance support, the value of manager and peer-led approaches, and the importance of aligning learning with business outcomes in SMBs and larger orga... more

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