Best Adam Barger Podcasts (2025)

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The Power of the Recruitment Community: Live @ RecFest USA 2025 29:33

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Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Chapter Breakdown 00:00 – Welcome to RecFest Nashville 2025 Adam sets the scene at the Juicebox.ai booth and kicks off #thePOZcast live from the field. 00:28 – Guest 1: Omar Khateeb – The Power of Authe…

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Jay Williams: Building a Brand with Soul: The Freebird Story 45:15

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Transforming Workplace Culture: Insights from Mita Mallick, Author of The Devil Emails at Midnight: Leadership Lessons from Bad Bosses 39:11

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In this engaging conversation, Lori Adams-Brown interviews Mita Mallick about her book "The Devil Emails at Midnight: What Good Leaders Can Learn from Bad Bosses." Mita shares personal stories and insights on leadership, workplace culture, and the impact of bad bosses on mental health. The discussion covers the importance of self-awareness, setting…

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From Amazon to Custom Ink: Real Talk on Recruiting, AI & Career Pivots- LIVE from RecFest 2025 51:03

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Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Intro / RecFest Kick-off 00:30 – Guest #1 – Tijal Rives (Amazon) 00:40 The power of speaking your truth & dealing with trolls 01:45 Career path – from recruiting → product at Amazon 02:45 Curiosity as a superpower (“the red-button” story) 03:40 Inside Amazon’s hiring process & the Bar Raiser 05:50 Making the move from …

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TA on the Front Lines: Panda, 7-Eleven, Champions Group & CoverGenius - LIVE from RecFest 2025 53:53

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Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Chapters / Timestamps Joey Lee — Panda Restaurant Group 00:40 – Joey Lee joins: falling into TA & purpose of helping people 02:36 – Scale at Panda: ~3,000 store openings; ~100 corporate roles 03:20 – Or…

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Everyone Has Their Price: AI and Integrity with Tricia Bertram Gallant and David Rettinger 48:32

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What does it mean to teach for integrity when artificial intelligence changes how we work, write, and learn? In this episode of Centering Centers, we talk with Tricia Bertram Gallant and David Rettinger about their new book, The Opposite of Cheating: Teaching for Integrity in the Age of AI. They share how conversations about cheating and honesty ar…

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Claude Silver: Be Yourself at Work: A New Era 46:22

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LIVE from RecFestUS: David Paffenholz: CEO @ JuiceBox- the AI Recruiting platform 15:44

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Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Chapters 00:00 – Intro from Nashville 00:45 – Shoutout to Juicebox.ai & why Adam actually uses it 01:40 – The Origin Story: From failed recruiting agency to AI powerhouse 03:45 – Empowering, not replaci…

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Ways Awe and Wonder Can Transform Your Life: Lessons from Bestselling Author Laura Munson 44:12

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So, what if the “messy middle” moments in your life—the stuff you’d rather sweep under the rug—are actually secret doorways to real creativity? Laura Munson, bestselling author and founder of Haven writing retreats, has wandered from Montana’s wild woods to ancient stones in Ireland, and she’s convinced that wonder isn’t something you stumble acros…

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Dave Vu: Harnessing AI for Smarter Hiring 39:19

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The Price of Nice: Why Comfort Keeps Us Stuck and Growing up in Guam with Amira Barger 45:59

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Ever wondered if being “nice” at work could actually be making everything worse? Picture this: a leader so shielded by everyone’s politeness that a single, cringeworthy comment in the halls of Congress nearly tanks a $9 million deal—while everyone else sits silent, protecting comfort over honesty. Turns out, our obsession with not rocking the boat …

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PodBites Episode 2: Building a Bigger Tent 9:45

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In this second bite-sized episode of PodBites, Adam Barger talks with Betsy Barre from Wake Forest University about how educational developers can “build a bigger tent.” In just a few minutes, Betsy offers five thoughtful and practical insights, from avoiding the word “training” to designing for disagreement, that invite educators to reimagine how …

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Allison Baum Gates: The Disruptor's Journey: From Trading Floor to VC 41:58

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The True Cost of Attrition: Why Investing in Talent Development is Your Organization’s Competitive Edge with Lori Adams-Brown 16:40

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What if the real reason your best people are leaving isn’t about paychecks or perks, but something way bigger, something you might not even be measuring yet? There’s a quiet shift happening in the workforce that’s turning traditional retention strategies upside down. And here’s the kicker: companies that embrace it aren’t just keeping their talent.…

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Mike & Kass Lazerow: Shoveling $hit: The Messy Path to Success 55:35

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Unlocking Soul-Aligned Leadership: How Neuroscience and Mindfulness Are Redefining Success with Dr. Nona Djavid 50:10

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Ever heard these myths floating around about leadership and work-life balance? Myth #1: True leaders have to hustle nonstop to be successful. Myth #2: Burnout just means you’re not cut out for the job. Myth #3: Neuroplasticity is only for scientists—not something leaders can actually use. I’m about to spill the truth on how to flip these old storie…

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"Why Not Be Kind?" with Cate Denial 40:55

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"Why not be kind?" In this episode of Centering Centers, we talk with Cate Denial from Knox College about how kindness shows up in teaching, leadership, and everyday interactions, and how it can shape the ways we respond to challenges and change. She reflects on kindness not only as a pedagogy, but also as a practice and a discipline, and reminds u…

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Amira Barger: The Price of Nice: A Call to Action 46:00

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Leading the AI Revolution: Essential Strategies for Human-Centered, Ethical Leadership with Lori Adams-Brown 25:47

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Does this sound familiar? You’ve been told that “just learning every new AI tool” is the secret to staying relevant and leading your team into the future. But after hours tinkering with the latest apps and features, you’re still feeling overwhelmed and wondering if you’re actually making any real progress—or just adding more noise to your workflow.…

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BEST OF: Tucker Max: From Fratire King to Self Publishing Empire- 4x NY Times Best Selling Author 40:16

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Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com This Episode’s Heavy Hitters: - The price for being a lawyer is your soul. This comes from Tucker’s personal experience. - The two years he spent in Hollywood were the “worst two years” of his life; and…

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Fighting the Right Fight: Aleks Svetsky on Bitcoin, Entrepreneurship & Personal Growth 45:11

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From Fear-Based to Fearless: Practical Steps for Aligning Values and Leadership in Uncertain Times with Kristen Kavanaugh and Mike Randolph 53:21

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Ever wondered what really happens behind closed boardroom doors when leaders are faced with uncomfortable truths, especially when speaking up could cost them their job? This conversation isn’t just about corporate buzzwords or performative change. It’s an unfiltered look at how fear quietly shapes decisions, and how a handful of micro-courage momen…

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PodBites Episode 1: Creatively Engaging Faculty Members 7:38

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In this first bite-sized installment of PodBites, Adam Barger chats with Mike Blum from William & Mary about practical strategies for engaging faculty. In under five minutes, Mike shares five quick, creative approaches, ranging from consistent, personal communication to partnering with faculty and valuing their expertise, that can help educational …

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Salad Dressing Success: The Greg Vetter Story 46:20

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From Pipeline to Powerhouse: 5 Ways to Transform Succession Planning for Global, Distributed, High-Performing Teams with Lori Adams-Brown 15:22

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What if I told you that the biggest risk in your leadership pipeline isn’t a lack of talent—it’s the way you’re thinking about it? Turns out, the next generation of global leaders aren’t just waiting to be tapped on the shoulder. They’re quietly crossing borders, blending cultures, and navigating AI-fueled change while most organizations are still …

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The Devil Emails at Midnight: Lessons from Bad Bosses: Mita Mallick 42:59

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How to Spot Red Flags Before Accepting Your Next Role: Insider Interview Strategies with Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett 49:16

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What if the one thing that could save your sanity at work isn’t learning to “tough it out”—but actually doing the exact opposite? Dr. Laura Hamley Lovett spent 25 years studying toxic bosses and she’s not just got the research, she’s got the receipts from her own career. In this episode, she uncovers survival tactics you’ve probably never considere…

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BEST OF: Steve Robinson: Former Chick-fil-A CMO Shares The Special Sauce 53:53

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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/thepozcast Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and YouTube@ Youtube.com/thePOZcastBy Adam Posner

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A Curious Conversation with Bethany Lisi 41:19

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What does it mean to bring curiosity back into the classroom? In this episode of Centering Centers, we talk with Bethany Lisi from the University of Massachusetts Amherst about her upcoming book on curiosity in higher education. She shares why curiosity matters now more than ever, the variables that spark it (novelty, surprise, complexity, and ambi…

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Chris Kline: Bitcoin IRA: Pioneering the Future of Retirement 47:00

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Empowering Vulnerable Youth: A Conversation with Dr. Pamela Donnelly 44:35

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Pamela Donnelly, founder of the American Access Institute, as she shares her mission to support vulnerable teens, including those aging out of foster care. Discover how the Catapult platform is transforming lives through trauma-informed care, AI mentorship, and innovative partnerships. Key Highlights: …

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Transforming Work Culture with Jamal Marshall 57:04

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Dr. Holly Berkley Fletcher From Kenya to Washington DC: Lessons from Missionary Kids on History, Identity, and Evangelical America 56:31

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Ever wondered how growing up between worlds can actually make you see your own culture more clearly? This conversation with Dr. Holly Berkley Fletcher flips the script on what it means to be a missionary kid—not just as someone with wild stories or an identity crisis, but as a kind of secret decoder for understanding white evangelicalism’s grip on …

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The Power of Sharing: Insights from POD Perspectives Conference Reporters 49:31

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Centering Centers, Episode 71 In this episode of Centering Centers, we talk with Anna Santucci (University of Virginia), Barbara Bird (Ohio Wesleyan University), and Jayln Parker (Colorado Technical University) about their roles in launching and leading the new POD Perspectives Conference Reporters initiative. Anna, who guided the transition from P…

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Charlotte Dales: Revolutionizing Workplace Inclusion with Inclusively 38:00

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Unleashing Perceptive Leadership: 7 Hidden Strengths of Highly Sensitive and Neurodivergent Professionals with Rachel Radway 51:01

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Does this sound familiar? You keep hearing that the only way to thrive as a highly sensitive or neurodivergent leader is to just “toughen up” and push through—so you try to fit into that mold, but end up feeling exhausted, misunderstood, and on the edge of burnout. It’s frustrating, right? You’re told your sensitivity holds you back, but all that’s…

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BEST OF: Kat Cole: Don’t Let Whatever Was Yesterday Define You- CEO @ AG1 51:00

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Chapters: 1:40 - Legacy of Fudgy 3:24 - The Dark Side of Humility 6:50 - Right decision at the right time 7:14 - Need of a Male figure in Life 9:23 - Be a Go-getter 12:20 - First lessons learned the hard way 15:06 - Cultural simulation in a new country 18:59 - Brand research and insights 21:58 - Entry of Cinnabon 28:25 - Cinnabon smell in the malls…

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Navigating the Global Performance Crisis with Gabriella Rosen Kellerman 46:48

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90-Day Wins: Operationalizing Talent Management for Scalable, Aligned Leadership with Yvonne Jackson 47:16

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Ever wondered if your people strategy is actually holding your business back? Yvonne Jackson—who’s helped companies like Apple untangle their most stubborn people challenges—just dropped a truth bomb that might surprise you: equity isn’t a culture problem, it’s a process problem. And the fix? It’s way less complicated (and a lot quicker) than most …

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Five Years, 137,000 Listens: The Unexpected Ways Podcasting Builds Inclusive Global Communities 16:20

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Ever wondered what really happens when you bring together people from over a hundred countries—all tuning in for one simple reason: to embrace their differences and actually change the world? Five years ago, Lori was just longing for connection during lockdown, learning podcasting on the fly. Now, this community has quietly become a global experien…

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Teaching with AI (INED 2024) 32:57

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This episode of Centering Centers explores how educational developers are responding to the rise of generative AI in higher education. The conversation touches on faculty creativity, student learning, ethical tensions, and the importance of building AI literacy across disciplines. It’s a thoughtful look at how AI is reshaping teaching, learning, an…

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Julie Sexton: A Career Innovating HR Practices at Land O'Lakes 40:21

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Josh Newman: Revolutionizing Workforce Design: Global Head of People and Strategy @ WPP 1:05:28

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From Burnout to Bold: How to Lead a Limitless Life Aligned with Your Values with Dr. Esther Zeledón (Re-release) 58:28

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Does this sound familiar? You’ve been told to just keep grinding it out in your current job until the “right” opportunity magically appears, but all that’s gotten you is more stress, second-guessing, and the nagging feeling you’re wasting your potential. It sucks watching your energy drain away while your values get sidelined and you wonder if you’…

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Joelle Emerson: The Paradigm Shift: Rethinking Workplace Culture with 51:43

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Epstein Files and the CEO & CPO Scandal at the Coldplay Concert: The Integrity Imperative 14:01

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Does this sound familiar? You’ve been told to just slap some “core values” up on the wall and trust that your executive team will magically become models of integrity. But all that’s done is leave you frustrated, watching the same old drama play out—burnout, trust issues, and a culture that feels more performative than authentic. If you’re tired of…

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Transforming Employee Benefits with Overalls CEO & Founder Jon Cooper 46:43

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Elaine Lin Hering: The Surprising Reason Staying Silent Damages Careers (Re-release) 50:01

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You won't believe how silence impacts leadership and team dynamics in the workplace. The unexpected truth about unlearning silence will leave you in awe. From cultural differences to the power dynamics, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew. Get ready to dive into a world of difference and discover the transformative powe…

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From Start Up Burnout to Finding Balance: Ben Lee's Journey 56:37

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Becoming a Trauma-Informed, Cross-Culturally Fluent Leader in Times of Crisis with Lori Adams-Brown 19:33

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Unexpectedly, trauma-informed leadership skills are not just for disaster relief workers, they're crucial for leaders in any workplace. Dive into this podcast to uncover the surprising stories from a world-renowned trauma therapist who translated pain into understanding and despair into dignity. Hear how trauma manifests in the body and why creatin…