The Super I-O Podcast

In this episode, the Bros tackle one of the most debated trends in workplace psychology and HR: gamification. From hiring assessments that feel like mobile games to training programs built around points, badges, leaderboards, and rewards, organizations are increasingly turning to game-based approaches to engage employees and candidates. But do these systems actually improve outcomes, or are they j...

In this episode, the Bros break down the growing disconnect between earning a degree and actually landing a job in today’s market. We explore why more graduates than ever are struggling to find work, and how factors like AI, oversaturation, and shifting hiring expectations are reshaping what “entry-level” really means. From degree inflation to the reality of competing against hundreds of applicant...

In this episode, the Bros break down what attending SIOP is really like, beyond the expectations of landing a job. We explore how the conference functions as a space for learning, networking, and exposure to the field, rather than a traditional job fair, and why going in with the right mindset matters. From discovering companies and emerging tools to understanding how professionals engage with the...

In this episode, the Bros unpack the idea of the “low performer” in the workplace, and challenge whether that label actually helps anyone improve. We break down what performance really means, why labeling someone too quickly can backfire, and how underperformance is often shaped by clarity, expectations, training, culture, and systems, not just individual effort. We explore the unintended conseque...

In this episode, the Bros unpack feedback in the workplace, and why something meant to support growth often feels uncomfortable, unclear, or even threatening. We break down what feedback is actually supposed to do, why good intent isn’t always enough, and how uncertainty turns feedback into stress instead of learning. We explore the role of clarity, trust, and organizational culture in shaping how...

In this episode, the Bros sit down for a candid conversation about curiosity in the workplace, and why something that’s praised in theory can feel risky in practice. We break down how curiosity shows up at work, why early-career professionals often hesitate to ask questions, and how organizational culture can either support or quietly shut it down. We also discuss how leaders unintentionally disco...

In this episode of The Super I-O Podcast, we sit down with Dane Wagner, I-O psychology practitioner, researcher, and Chief Product Officer at Semeta Behavior Science. We explore how Industrial-Organizational Psychology can be applied at the earliest stages of entrepreneurship, rather than retroactively fixing organizations once problems emerge. We discuss Dane’s path into I-O psychology, the devel...

In this episode, the Bros sit down for a candid conversation about our first year after graduating from an I-O Psychology program. We break down what we wish we knew before starting the program, the skills that proved most valuable on the job, and the areas we felt unprepared for once we entered the workforce. We also discuss what it’s really like navigating today’s competitive job market as early...

In this standalone episode, the Bros sit down for a relaxed, open conversation about AI in the workplace. We break down how AI is boosting productivity, where it’s still falling short, and what organizations should keep in mind to implement it effectively. We also dive into our personal experiences using AI day-to-day, the biggest misconceptions we see, and how leaders can help teams get the most...

In our first episode of The Super I-O Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jose F. Rodriguez, Program Director and Associate Teaching Professor of Psychology at Florida International University. We discuss his journey from higher education to consulting, lessons learned from teaching, and how Industrial-Organizational Psychology continues to evolve in today’s workplace. Topics include career paths, the m...