The HR Life Podcast

In this episode the guys tackle breaking news with the Red Seat empty.  Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a special treat.  Weird Al, you're welcome to cover the song.   Learn more about Steven "Big Deal" Smith at https://thehiringtreebook.com/  Learn more about Tony "Two Weeks Notice" Benjamin at https://www.thegrangellc.com/ Lyrics:   He used to be C E O  A brand new CHRO, he was living t...

We'd love your reactions, comments, and ideas for future episodes.  Contact us at thehrlifepodcast@gmail.com.   In this Episode we talk to Priscilla Wadman about her story and how she got into HR, her view of the state of the art, and what it means to really support employees.  Priscilla gives a fantastic roadmap to building an HR career.   With a distinguished career in human resources, Priscilla...

The podcast now has its own email so you can tell us how much you LOVE the podcast.  Contact us at thehrlifepodcast@gmail.com.  In this episode the guys leave the "Red Seat" empty, recapping the first four episodes and introducing themselves to listeners.  Steve shares an incredibly inspirational story of the death of his son and the amazing HR professional that helped him through it.  Tony shares...

Katey Connell is a force for transformation—on stage, in the workplace, and through her podcast, Become Alive. A dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at an advertising agency, Katey is known for doing things differently. She pioneered culture-first screening interviews to protect and elevate company culture, helping hire not just for skills, but for core-values. As a former SeaWorld Dolphin a...

Steve and Tony talk to Jeremie about data and Human Resources, the current state of Human Resources, the Business Partner model of Corporate HR, global views of HR, and when engagement trumps talent.  Jeremie Brecheisen is the managing partner of the Gallup EMEA division. Over the past two years, Jeremie has led the Gallup CHRO Roundtable, which hosts 1,000+ large-company CHROs. He has conducted o...

An interview with Beca Mark, Owner and CEO of MegaStar HR joins the podcast.  In this episode we we discuss the current state of HR, eliminating the conflict with CFO's and finance, The Role of Human Resources, the difference between cutesy and effective, how to install culture, and the move to outside HR consulting agencies.  Learn more about MegaStar HR at https://www.megastarhr.com/ .   Steve S...

In this, our inaugural episode, we talk to Karisa Stahle, VP of Human Resources at Verde, and Chair of Utah's annual Work Elevated Conference, sponsored by Utah SHRM and GBS Benefits.  She is a results driven HR executive with 4+ years facilities industry experience and 15 years experience in HR.  She's also on the Board of Directors for Utah SHRM.  She talks to Tony and Steve about The current st...

A quick introduction to your hosts, Tony Benjamin and Steven Smith.  The first full episode drops on June 17, 2025.