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

Empowering Employees to Own Their Careers and Brands with Maura Lemon, The Talent Whisperer

By Andy Storch | March 24, 2026

Host Andy Storch talks with Maura Lemon, the “Talent Whisperer,” about her journey into talent development and her RAD Talent framework—Resilient, Adaptable, and Driven. She shares insights on building a learning culture, empowering employees to own their careers, and the future of AI in the workplace.

Building a Thriving L&D Team at Bonadio Group with Allyson Roote

By Andy Storch | March 10, 2026

In this episode Andy Storch talks with Allyson Roote, VP of Learning and Organizational Development at the Bonadio Group, about her journey from studying psychology and working with an executive coach to leading a successful L&D team at a major professional services firm.

How to Evaluate and Implement HR and L&D Software Effectively

By Andy Storch | February 24, 2026

In this episode of The Talent Development Hot Seat, Phil Strazzulla shares insights into current trends in HR software—including consolidation, the rise of adaptive and AI-powered learning platforms, and practical advice for evaluating and implementing new tools—as well as strategies for building the business case and ensuring successful adoption within organizations.