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The Learning & Development Podcast: The #1 L&D Show

David James
Learning and Development
Artificial Intelligence
Learning & Development
Skills-Based Learning
Leadership Development
Employee Engagement
L&D Maturity Model
Aviva
The Aviva Foundry
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Compliance Training
Business Alignment
Generative AI
AI In Learning
Sales Training
Governance In L&D
Career Paths
AI In Learning and Development
Business Impact
Performance Improvement

The Learning & Development Podcast is a fortnightly topical podcast show for L&D professionals hosted by David James and presented by 360Learning. In each episode David discusses and debates topics affecting the profession alongside expert guests. David James is the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and a highly respected voice in the Learning & Development industry. With a focus on harnessin... more

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In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Rob Peacock, Director of Leadership & Learning at Merlin Entertainments, to discuss the transformation journey of the global learning function. They look at the disconnec... more

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Step inside the courtroom of Learning & Development, where long-held beliefs are called to the stand and only evidence, experience, and impact will determine the verdict.

This high-energy, live episode brings together three of L&D’s most respected v... more

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In this episode, David James is joined by Larry Durham, President of St. Charles Consulting Group, and Jonathan Eighteen, Global Head of Consulting and Advisory Services at NIIT, to explore the findings of the 2026 Learning Transformation Benchmark. ... more

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In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Tracie Cantu to discuss her book Running L&D Like a Business. Tracie shares the L&D leadership experience that shaped her perspective and what compelled her to write the ... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Peacock
Global Director of Leadership & Learning at Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments
Episode: Power Skills, Global Academies and Transforming L&D at Merlin with Rob Peacock
Jess Almlie
L&D veteran arguing that training should be problem-solving oriented
Former VP of Learning; author of L&D Order Taker No More
Episode: The Learning & Development Podcast Live: Common L&D Myths on Trial
Kevin M. Yates
L&D detective addressing measurement and impact
L&D practitioner with focus on measurement
Episode: The Learning & Development Podcast Live: Common L&D Myths on Trial
Larry Durham
L&D expert and co-presenter of the report
Episode: Rebuilding L&D for an AI-Driven World with Larry Durham & Jonathan Eighteen
Jonathan Eighteen
L&D expert and co-presenter of the report
Episode: Rebuilding L&D for an AI-Driven World with Larry Durham & Jonathan Eighteen
Tracie Cantu
Author of Running L&D Like a Business
Author, L&D leader at multiple organizations
Episode: Running L&D Like a Business with Tracie Cantu
JD Dillon
Author of The Frontline Enablement Playbook
Author, Frontline playbook advocate
Episode: The Frontline Enablement Playbook: Bridging the Gap for the World’s Most Essential Workforce with JD Dillon
Kevin Black
Author of Strength in Chaos; former Army officer; leadership advisor
Author, Strength in Chaos
Episode: Strength in Chaos: Leadership Development for an Unpredictable World With Kevin Black
Nick Jones
Recruiter and author of insights in the Blue Eskimo Work and Salary Report
Episode: Navigating a Shifting L&D Jobs Market with Nick Jones

Host

David James
Host of The Learning & Development Podcast: The #1 L&D Show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 210 ratings
  • L&D Learner

    As somebody looking to switch careers, I have found The L&D Podcast extremely informative. I have enjoyed gleaning insight from the variety of guests as well as David as the host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraC0312
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing Insights!

    I absolutely love listening to all of David’s Podcast. Each episode I get a ‘take away’, I am continuously filling my L

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicole Therese Hill
    Australia2 years ago
  • Elevating L&D

    A fantastic resource providing inspiration together with pragmatic ‘how can I move the dial’ for my organisation/clients.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AwesomeLondon
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Great resource

    I love this podcast as a resource for advancing learning and development expertise however I do find the presenter too opinionated and quite negative and I can lose interest quickly during the sharing of these opinions. Saying that, I still listen as I love the topics and expertise of the guests that appear on the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Giles Oraya
    United States3 years ago
  • Highly recommend a listen!!!

    This is a great podcast that takes L&D solutions to the next level. It’s not about just delivering training sessions, it’s about solving real business issues with strategic L&D. By far the best podcast I have listened to on the topic. The host and guests provide case studies and applied advice for leaders and L&D professionals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    t.angove85
    Canada3 years ago

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Listeners praise practical, actionable insights and strong guest lineups.
Episodes are a valuable resource for advancing L&D practice with case studies and templates.
Some feedback notes the host can be highly opinionated, though guests and topics remain strong.
The show is seen as essential for professionals seeking to modernize L&D and drive business impact.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#205
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#190
Canada/Business/Careers
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#213
United Kingdom/Business/Careers
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#101
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#243
Germany/Business/Careers
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#13
Denmark/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Power Skills, Global Academies and Transforming L&D at Merlin with Rob Peacock
Q: What are the skills you have leaned on most during the transformation and how have they evolved?
Rob emphasizes leaning into expertise, embracing discomfort, and turning learning into action—leveraging leadership, storytelling, and powerful conversations to drive systemic change across a global organization.
Power Skills, Global Academies and Transforming L&D at Merlin with Rob Peacock
Q: Could you shed some light on your L&D story?
Rob describes his transition from banking and sales into learning and development, driven by a desire to help people grow and apply P&L thinking to people development, and how this background informs his approach to transforming Merlin's L&D.
Running L&D Like a Business with Tracie Cantu
Q: What practical steps should listeners start with?
Start with the intake form as a high-impact move, then assess your largest programs with a customer versus consumer test to gauge alignment with business KPIs and decision-making rationales.
Running L&D Like a Business with Tracie Cantu
Q: How do you define running L&D like a business?
She outlines four components: business alignment, operational efficiency, high customer value, and positive consumer experience, emphasizing that L&D should help the business make or save money and manage risk while maintaining a strong learner experience.
Running L&D Like a Business with Tracie Cantu
Q: What motivated you to write the book and codify these ideas?
Tracie explains that consistent, repeatable problems across industries showed her the need for a business-minded L&D framework; she wanted to prevent others from reinventing the wheel and to shorten ramp-up time by providing templates and a clear operating model.

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

The show centers on practical, strategy-first explorations of Learning & Development in modern organizations. Episodes frequently cover AI's impact on work, operating models for L&D, frontline enablement, governance, measurement of impact, and how to shift from traditional content production to performance-based approaches. Guests range from senior L&D leaders to authors and practitioners who share real-world templates, case studies, and frameworks aimed at making L&D a visible driver of business performance. A recurring strength is translating complex concepts into actionable steps—whether redesigning learning architectures, aligning L&D with business goals, or steering organizational change—making it a valuable resource for professionals ... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Rob Peacock
2. Jess Almlie
3. Kevin M. Yates
4. Larry Durham
5. Jonathan Eighteen
6. Tracie Cantu
7. JD Dillon
8. Kevin Black

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