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The Mindtools L&D Podcast

Mind Tools Ltd
Learning and Development
Artificial Intelligence
Employee Engagement
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
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E-Learning
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Training Effectiveness
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Instructional Design
Hybrid Work
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Digital Learning
Organizational Culture
Management Development
Public Speaking
Workplace Culture
Employee Training
Learning Design

The Mindtools L&D Podcast is a must-listen for anyone involved in Learning and Development or Human Resources. The weekly show features regular appearances from the Mind Tools team plus special guests to get right to the heart of issues affecting the L&D and HR communities. From learning needs analysis and evidence-based practice through to the impact of technology on work and hot topics at indust... more

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Most advice on burnout focuses on workload, stress and work-life balance. But what if the real cause is the act we put on at work? And if it is, what does that mean for an industry built on improving performance?

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AI can build a course in minutes. That should be the best news our industry has had in years. Instead, a lot of teams are skipping what really matters: working out what the problem is, and checking whether anything changed.

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Recent Guests

Rabih El Khodr
Keynote speaker and author of The Way Out of Burnout
Episode: 515 — Is performance the real cause of burnout?
Tim Slade
Founder of the eLearning Designers Academy, learning designer, speaker and author
eLearning Designers Academy
Episode: 514 — Learning design was never about building courses
Brent O'Bryan
Senior Vice President, Global Training and Talent Development
Allied Universal
Episode: 511 — L&D at scale: How do you support 750,000 people?
Anisha Sridhar
Learning Experience Designer at Google
Google
Episode: 508 — What will compliance training look like in the age of AI?
Rich Durham
Co-founder and lead game designer at Tentacular Games; also associated with Wonder Tree Studios
Tentacular Games / Wonder Tree Studios
Episode: 507 — Do learning games still have a place?
Emily Valencia
Senior Learning Experience Designer at Intuit
Intuit
Episode: 506 — Is your AI companion a colleague or rival?
Ross Dickie
Colleague and co-host referenced in discussion
Mind Tools / Mindtools Kineo
Episode: 505 — Are your managers killing your AI strategy?
Koreen Pagano
CEO of Talent Rewire; Globally Recognized Executive in skills strategy, AI transformation, analytics, learning technology
Talent Rewire; Globally Recognized Executive
Episode: 504 — Becoming a skills-based organization
Donald H. Taylor
Author of the Global Sentiment Survey and AI expert
Mind Tools / Global Sentiment Survey
Episode: 503 — The Eras Tour: Part 4 (AI takes over)

Hosts

Ross Dickie
Host of The Mindtools L&D Podcast; frequent co-host facilitating discussions on AI in L&D and leadership.
Ross Garner
Co-host and episode contributor; involved in discussions on AI in management, governance, and L&D strategy.
Gemma Towersey
Long-time host/participant; covers personal perspectives on play, learning, and adult education.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Fascinating topics and guests

    I really enjoy your The Mind Tools L&D Podcast, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in special guests to get right to the heart of issues affecting the L&D and HR communities. I just listened to the episode about the science writer David Robson and the brain that responds to and interprets reality based on what we expect. Thank you for the invaluable takeaways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria4 years ago
  • Such a wealth of knowledge! đź§ 

    This is one of the most insightful podcasts that I have ever come across! The entire Mind Tools team does such a great job of sharing their wisdom and I love how they lead meaningful conversations with guests who bring so much actionable L

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States4 years ago
  • Interesting, informative and thought-provoking

    An interesting, informative and thought-provoking podcast- future focused, progressive and always one step ahead! Really helpful for me as an HR Generalist to keep up with the latest trends and developments in L&D.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ing1973
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Definitely a must-listen for everyone in HR

    The Emerald Works team and their guests offer incredible perspectives and advice on the show. I particularly enjoyed the interview with Bruce Daisley about company culture, awesome episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark Colgan
    United States6 years ago
  • Brilliantly hosted

    I really enjoy this podcast, I think it’s really well hosted by natural presenters and love to hear the rapport and humour between them and the guests.It’s intelligent thought-provoking and entertaining keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Purpleluce
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Guests bring diverse perspectives from tech, academia, and practice.
Hosts balance expertise with engaging, accessible discussions.
Energetic hosts and clear, practical takeaways keep me coming back.
Thought-provoking conversations with actionable insights for HR and L&D.

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515 — Is performance the real cause of burnout?
Q: What advice do you have for L&D professionals, managing their own sense of burnout?
Acknowledge the susceptibility of people-facing roles to survival scripts, focus on upsteam factors in the B2B continuum, and design learning that addresses beliefs and emotions with psychological safety to prevent burnout from taking hold.
514 — Learning design was never about building courses
Q: How should newcomers approach a career in learning design given the AI revolution?
New entrants should embrace a full-stack approach, focusing on performance problems, business context, and a mix of modalities beyond just eLearning. They should demonstrate judgment, capability to work with stakeholders, and the ability to communicate impact rather than just tool proficiency.
514 — Learning design was never about building courses
Q: What are the big changes you see happening in learning design, and is your book out of date yet?
Tim explains that the field is broadening beyond tech and courses; AI accelerates delivery but increases the importance of performance consulting, human insight, and aligning learning with business outcomes. His book emphasizes the human, problem-solving aspects rather than solely tools, and is meant to guide practitioners through this shift.
510 — You don't have to talk to add value (Rebroadcast)
Q: Can you describe a concrete exercise to build listening muscle in a team?
Begin with low-risk experiments that reduce self-talk, such as two-minute conversations where one party only asks questions, then gradually reintroduce input to rebuild a fuller listening cycle.
510 — You don't have to talk to add value (Rebroadcast)
Q: What role does structure play in online meetings to ensure everyone is heard?
Implementing deliberate structure—breaking into smaller groups, appointing spokespeople, and allowing spokesperson reports—helps include more voices and reduces the chaos of virtual discussions.

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The show consistently tackles how learning and development intersects with technology, governance, and workplace culture. Recent episodes explore AI's impact on compliance training, game-based and experiential learning, leadership and upskilling, and the shift toward skills-based organizations. Guests range from practitioners in Google and Harvard to designers and authors shaping AI-enabled learning, with a balance between practical design challenges and strategic, evidence-based thinking. A distinctive angle is the integration of practical governance, measurement, and ethics in AI-driven L&D, along with a recurring emphasis on human judgment, inclusivity, and real-world applicability.

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1. Rabih El Khodr
2. Tim Slade
3. Brent O'Bryan
4. Anisha Sridhar
5. Rich Durham
6. Emily Valencia
7. Ross Dickie
8. Koreen Pagano

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