The Talent Development Hot Seat - The #1 podcast for L&D Professionals

In this episode, Julie Stone shares how she is reinventing learning and development for a 50,000 person workforce as Group Vice President and Chief Learning Officer at TTEC, a global customer experience company operating in 22 countries. With a background in linguistics that shapes how she thinks about the way humans learn, Julie explains why practice, spaced repetition, and real feedback are the...

In this episode, Joshua Remerowski shares how he went from a temp truck driver at FedEx to Vice President of Learning & Development at SRS Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, where his team has built award-winning training for sales performance and innovation. Drawing on his frontline roots, Joshua makes the case that credibility in talent development is earned by doing...

In this solo episode, Andy Storch makes the case for why AI fluency isn't optional — it's the new baseline for employability. While the macro debates around AI (government regulation, ethics, AGI timelines) are worth following, Andy argues that the wave is coming regardless. The real question is: will you be ready? Andy draws a powerful analogy between the early days of listing "proficient in Micr...

In this episode, Tatiana Goldberg shares insights from more than 20 years in HR, talent management, and leadership development. She explores how the employer-employee relationship is evolving, why career growth has become the most important retention factor, and how organizations must rethink talent mobility, leadership development, and performance management in a rapidly changing world. Tatiana a...

Andy Storch sits down with leadership development expert Vic Smith to unpack what truly makes great managers and high-performing workplace cultures. Drawing from leadership development experience at Nike, Google, and Amazon, Vic shares why most leadership training programs fail, how organizations can actually drive behavior change, and why investing in managers is now a business imperative. The co...

Andy Storch sits down with Sanjit Kaur to discuss how modern HR leaders can drive business transformation through culture, leadership development, and intentional employee experience. Sanjit shares her journey from frontline contact center roles into executive HR leadership, emphasizing the importance of understanding the business, speaking the language of leadership, and aligning people strategy...

Andy Storch speaks with Angus Nelson about why many high-performing leaders feel stuck in today’s fast-changing environment, despite having the experience and capability to succeed. They explore how traditional approaches like pushing harder and doing more are no longer effective as pressure, complexity, and expectations continue to rise. Angus explains that the real challenge is not effort, but i...

Andy Storch speaks with Johanna Hummer, VP of Global People Success at Opella, about building a new company culture after its spin-off from Sanofi. They explore the challenges and opportunities of transformation, the importance of leadership and well-being, and how Opella is evolving its talent and learning strategies. Johanna also shares her passion for developing young and female leaders in toda...

In this episode, Andy Storch sits down with Mamie Kanfer Stewart—founder of Meteor and The Modern Manager, executive coach, and author of Momentum . With nearly two decades of experience, she shares practical insights on improving management, meetings, and workplace dynamics. They dive into one of the biggest workplace challenges: meetings—what makes them effective versus time-wasting, and how to...

In this episode of Talent Development Hot Seat , host Andy Storch speaks with Maura Lemon , known as the “Talent Whisperer,” who leads Learning and Development at FDH Aero and serves as president of ATD Los Angeles. With a background that includes Disney and executive recruiting, Maura shares her unique journey into talent development and how she built her personal brand. She introduces her RAD Ta...

Today is March 17, 2026, and I am officially turning 46. I wanted to take a moment to step away from the "hustle" and the constant drive for the next goal to simply say thank you. Thank you for listening,&...

Andy Storch sits down with Allyson Roote, Vice President of Learning and Organizational Development at the Bonadio Group. Allyson Roote shares her inspiring journey from studying psychology and working with an executive coach, to leading a thriving L&D function at a major professional services firm. In this conversation, we dive into how Allyson Roote built Bonadio’s learning and development t...

In this episode Andy Storch explores the rapidly changing world of HR technology with guest Phil Strazzulla, founder of Select Software Reviews. Phil shares his journey from venture capital to HR tech, the story behind SSR, and how the platform helps HR teams confidently choose the right software at no cost. Together, they discuss key trends like platform consolidation, AI’s growing role, and adap...

In this episode, I am talking with my friend, Al Dea, who is an expert on talent development and the future of work. In this conversation, we are doing a deep dive into the latest trends shaping the future of work. Al Dea, known for his research and consulting at Edge of Work and as a LinkedIn Top Voice, brings fresh insights from his recent report, where he interviewed over 40 talent and learning...

Today I'm sharing a short solo episode from my other podcast, The Andy Storch Show , all about the trade-offs between collaborating or working alone. I was reflecting on this beacuse how different it has been working on books on my own vs. with a partner. I wonder if you can relate. You can listen to more episodes on The Andy Storch Show now on Apple or Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts....

Welcome back to The Talent Development Hot Seat! In this episode, host Andy Storch sits down with Dr. David Morelli, co-founder and CEO of Owl Hub, to explore the evolving landscape of coaching in talent development. With decades of experience in organizational psychology and leadership assessment, David Morelli shares his journey from semi-pro volleyball player to executive coach and leadership i...

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Welcome back to the Talent Development Hot Seat podcast! In this episode, I am talking with Siska D'hoore, Head of HR at the National Bank of Belgium. With over 20 years of experience spanning IT, banking, government, and work across three continents, Siska brings a wealth of insight into human resources strategy, talent management, learning and development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. I...

Welcome to the first episode of 2026 on The Talent Development Hot Seat Podcast ! Join host Andy Storch for a solo deep dive into the six (plus a bonus!) biggest trends shaping talent development this year and beyond. In this episode, Andy Storch shares actionable insights and strategies informed by countless conversations with industry leaders—and even some innovative advising from his custom Cha...

In this special “Best Of” rebroadcast, I'm sharing a powerful conversation with legendary leadership thinker Liz Wiseman, bestselling author of Multipliers and Impact Players . Originally recorded around the launch of Impact Players in 2021–2022, this episode explores what truly sets high-impact individual contributors apart and how anyone can elevate their influence and value inside an organizati...

I’m excited to share a special highlight from The Talent Development Hot Seat podcast perfect for anyone passionate about building thriving workplaces, authentic leadership, and truly inclusive cultures. Since this is a holiday week and many of us (myself included) are taking some well-earned downtime, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to revisit the archives and reshare a few of our m...

Welcome back to The Talent Development Hot Seat! In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Villa, a dynamic people development leader and the global head of learning at Edenred, a leading French financial services firm. Elizabeth brings a truly international perspective growing up in Mexico, studying in the United States, and building her career in Paris with a background that’s both inspiring an...

Today, I am talking with Shrikant Pattathil from Harbinger Group, a recognized leader with more than 25 years in the eLearning and HR technology space. In this conversation, Shrikant shares his unique perspective on the evolution of eLearning from the early days of computer-based training to today’s dynamic, AI-powered personalized learning experiences. You'll learn how eLearning has transformed o...

Today, host Andy Storch sits down with Geoffrey Roche, the inaugural North America Director of Workforce Development at Siemens Healthineers. With over 16 years of leadership experience in hospitals and higher education, and a deep passion for advancing talent development in healthcare, Geoffrey Roche brings a wealth of expertise to the conversation. In this episode, you'll discover how learning a...

Welcome to a milestone episode of The Talent Development Hot Seat! In this very special 600th episode, host Andy Storch reflects on the incredible journey of the podcast, which has been igniting conversations in the world of talent and learning development since 2018. Andy Storch takes us behind the scenes, sharing heartfelt gratitude for listeners, guests, sponsors, and the team members who've he...