Talent Development Hot Seat Podcast
The Talent Development Hot Seat podcast is a show dedicated to helping you develop the most important part of your organization – the people! Each week, Andy shares interviews with Talent Development professionals, thought leaders, and experts to share best practices, learn about the latest trends and find out what has been successful in the world of talent development. This podcast and community are designed to enable you to be successful in the world of Talent Development.

Latest Podcast Episodes
The New Employee Contract: Why Career Growth and Transparency Matter More Than Ever with Tatiana G
Tatiana Goldberg reflects on 20+ years in HR and leadership development, explaining how the employer-employee relationship is changing. She highlights career growth as the key driver of retention and argues organizations must rethink talent mobility, leadership development, and performance management. The conversation also explores AI’s impact on early-career talent and why strong performance systems shape organizational culture and business success.
Leadership Development Lessons from Nike, Google, and Amazon with Vic Smith
Andy Storch sits down with leadership expert Vic Smith to discuss what separates great managers from average ones. Drawing from experience at Nike, Google, and Amazon, Vic shares insights on leadership development, workplace culture, coaching, AI, and employee engagement.
How Sanjit Kaur is Transforming HR Through Culture, Leadership & Employee Experience at Cox Automotive UK
Andy Storch speaks with Sanjit Kaur about transforming HR through culture, leadership development, and employee experience at Cox Automotive. Sanjit shares insights on HR transformation, inclusive people strategies, leadership programs, learning and development, and preparing organizations for the future of work and AI.