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Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology Podcast

Chris Russell
Recruitment Technology
HR Technology
Talent Acquisition
Recruiting Technology
Candidate Experience
Phenom
Indeed
Artificial Intelligence
Workday
Ziprecruiter
Jobcase
Greenhouse
Upwork
Dalia
AI In Recruitment
AI In Recruiting
Agentic AI
AI In HR
Worktech
Hiring Process

Hosted by Chris Russell, online recruiting's mad scientist, the RecTech podcast covers all aspects of recruiting technology and recruitment marketing including interesting new tools & vendors. You'll also hear how recruiters leverage technology to find talent. A great listen for HR tech vendors, HR professionals and recruiters everywhere. CONTACT: chris@rectechmedia.com

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THIS WEEK IN REC TECH is sponsored by www.dalia.co/

SEATTLE — May 21, 2026 — Humanly, the AI hiring platform for hourly, frontline, and high-volume recruiting, today announced $25 million in Series B funding.

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Ashby, the all-in-one recruiting platform, today announced the upcoming  launch of its AI Interviewer at its annual Ashby One conference. The product builds on the acquisition of Talent Llama late last year, a startup focused on AI-powered interviewi... more

Sharawn Tipton, the new CPO at Greenhouse stops by to share her thoughts on the numbers coming out of the Greenhouse Benchmark Report available here:

www.greenhouse.com/recruiting-benchmarks

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Busy week with 3 acquisitions by Deel, Ohenom and Greenhouse. A new CEO at ICims and Built In launches an AI Search enhancement for employers.

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Recent Guests

Sharawn Tipton
Chief People Officer at Greenhouse
Greenhouse
Episode: The Greenhouse Benchmark Report: Hiring is Harder
Andrew Ganomski
Founder/Analyst focusing on cybersecurity and governance in hiring
Aspen Analytics
Episode: Jobsync Roundtable: Candidate Fraud in Hiring
Jason Roberts
Executive at Cielo Talent, specializing in technology and analytics for recruitment
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Episode: Jobsync Roundtable: Candidate Fraud in Hiring
Caitlin McGregor
CEO of Plum
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Episode: Phenom Buys Plum
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CEO of Nomad Health
Nomad Health
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Ben Moniz
Founder and CEO of Fama
Fama
Episode: Phenom Buys Plum
James Ellison
Employer brand expert
choosable.ai
Episode: The New AI Search Rules for Your Career Site
Kaleem Clarkson
Remote work expert and LinkedIn top voice
Independent consultant
Episode: Social Recruiting Ad Company Acquired
Ben Mones
Founder and CEO of Fama Technologies
Fama Technologies
Episode: Fama CEO talks State of Workplace Misconduct

Host

Chris Russell
Host of Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology Podcast; online recruiting's mad scientist

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Podcast for tech recruiters

    It is fantastic to find a podcast that offers such insightful information about the value of technology in the recruitment process and for recruiters out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    More Than Engineering
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Thanks Chris!

    This host really knows his stuff and gets guest experts to share their experience as well. Quality production, keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joshill:)
    United States5 years ago
  • 10/10 Every Time!

    If you’re waiting for a sign to subscribe, here it is… you gotta subscribe! Chris consistently offers compelling conversations that expertly identify and break down the latest innovations in recruiting technology. This listener highly recommends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States5 years ago
  • Background typing distracting

    I appreciate the content and interview questions in the episode I listened to, but the background typing and mouse clicks were extremely distracting. Luckily, the conversation flowed so I couldn’t tell if it was the host or guest, but best practice may be to encourage no distractions during interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    amo'l
    United States5 years ago
  • Interesting topics

    Enjoy listening and usually get a least one item to do or research from each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RecruiterinOhio
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Early episodes show clear expertise in translating complex tech into hiring improvements
High production quality and engaging guest lineup, with practical takeaways for practitioners
Some reviews note occasional audio in need of tighter production control, but content remains valuable for those invested in recruiting technology
Consistently strong hosting with guests who share actionable insights on recruiting tech and AI
Listeners appreciate the depth on TA tech and industry trends, with many citing takeaways they can apply professionally
Occasional feedback about sound quality distractions during interviews, but overall strong content quality

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Jobsync Roundtable: Candidate Fraud in Hiring
Q: What is candidate fraud, and how do you define it in practice?
Candidate fraud encompasses misrepresentation of identity, location, and experience, as well as deliberate use of disinformation or malinformation to mislead employers, with some cases involving automated resume customization that still must be checked against truthfulness.
Fama CEO talks State of Workplace Misconduct
Q: Where do your clients typically use Fama in the hiring process?
Most clients use Fama toward the final shortlist or as a contingent step before offers, with some re-screening for regulatory or ongoing risk monitoring.
Why This ATS is Making Job Seekers Part of Its Mission
Q: What's the first step here to breaking that cycle without sacrificing the efficiency of what AI provides?
Daniel discussed the need for different kinds of AI that help both job seekers and employers, rather than deteriorating their chances through over-saturation of applications.
Why This ATS is Making Job Seekers Part of Its Mission
Q: What did you mean here by bringing this focus into job seekers here, if you could?
Daniel explained that the job market is broken, with both job seekers feeling hopeless and recruiters overwhelmed by applications, and emphasized the need to address job seeker issues to enhance the hiring system.
WorkTech Predictions from George LaRocque
Q: Is there going to be more AI in 2026?
Yes, AI is continuing to evolve and we are still learning what it does well and what it doesn't do well.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the intersection of recruiting, HR technology, and talent acquisition, with a steady focus on how tools, platforms, and AI are reshaping candidate experience, hiring workflows, and the broader recruitment landscape. Episodes frequently explore recruiting software, ATS trends, market dynamics, and the ethics and practicality of data use in hiring—often featuring founders and executives from Greenhouse, Veroskills, JobSync, and other HR-tech players. A notable edge is the host's penchant for translating complex tech developments into actionable insights for recruiters and HR leaders, making it valuable for vendors and practitioners seeking to stay ahead of the curve. The format tends to combine market updates, vendor news,... more

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