Best Josh Bersin Podcasts (2025)

1
How Japan's Culture Of Business Teaches Us About AI Transformation 16:56

Play Pause

28m ago16:56

16:56

This week I’ve been in Asia and in this podcast I describe how Japan’s economic history teaches us about AI transformation in our careers and our companies. I also describe my experience using Galileo on my 7 hour flight from Japan to Singapore. Takeaways Why has Japan’s economy has stagnated since the mid-80s. The aging population poses significan…

1
354: AI as a Liberating Technology: Josh Bersin on Turning Routine Tasks into Superworkers Driving Trust, Creativity, and Growth 39:20

10d ago39:20

39:20

Josh Bersin is one of the most respected voices in HR and HRTech, known for shaping how organizations think about talent, learning, and the future of work. He began covering the space in 2001 and later sold his firm, Bersin & Associates, to Deloitte in 2012. Today, he leads The Josh Bersin Company, which produces influential research, publishes wid…

1
How AI is Reshaping Learning and Development with Josh Bersin 37:07

15d ago37:07

37:07

IN THIS EPISODE... Josh Bersin, founder and CEO of the Josh Bersin Company, discusses the transformative impact of AI on leadership and organizational development. He highlights the current experimentation phase in AI adoption, emphasizing the need for strategic focus and internal development. Bersin shares insights on leveraging AI to enhance prod…

1
355: Can AI Transform Proposal Writing, Bidding, and RFPs? Sean Williams on AutogenAI’s $40M Journey. 38:55

3d ago38:55

38:55

Sean Williams is the CEO and founder of AutogenAI, the world’s leading AI proposal-writing engine, launched in May 2022. Under his leadership, the company recently closed a nearly $40 million Series B round led by Salesforce Ventures. Prior to AutogenAI, Sean founded Corndel Ltd, where he served as Chief Executive and scaled the business to 350 emp…

1
LH117 AI, Productivity & Humans in Charge with Brian Murphy 52:37

1d ago52:37

52:37

The Human Side of AI at Work Brian Murphy, Global Head of Learning & Development at NTT DATA, shares his perspective on how AI is reshaping work and productivity. Drawing on his experience at Microsoft, AstraZeneca, and Citi, Brian argues for a human-centric coalition between people and machines. He explores how L&D and HR can steer organizations t…

1
Performance Management In Age of AI. Why Culture Matters More Than Ever 19:15

2d ago19:15

19:15

This week I discuss the broad topic of “how do we manage individual performance” while employees become superpowered by AI? Do we need a different or new process? Should we push deliver metrics higher? Or do we change the model? As I explain in this discussion, the big change in work is how everyone is “super-charged,” enabling all of us to get mor…

1
Living In A Continuous Earthquake: Why Supermanagers Matter 20:23

5d ago20:23

20:23

Today, broadcasting from Asia, I discuss the wide range of disrupting change hitting our companies, employees, and leaders and the implications on management. As you’ll hear, AI is only one of many things changing our landscape, and we, as leaders, have to rethink our role. I introduce the idea of a Supermanager, and I explain how in today’s enviro…

1
Julia Stiglitz On The Revolution in Online Learning 24:27

7d ago24:27

24:27

I have had the pleasure of knowing Julia Stiglitz, one of the founders of Coursera, for years. Her latest venture, Uplimit, is an AI-native corporate learning platform and it is one of the revolutionary systems in the market (complimentary to Galileo Learn, by the way). Julia and I had the opportunity to talk about how online learning has changed, …

1
What Happens In Vegas, Stays In Vegas - HR Tech 2025-6 13:59

11d ago13:59

13:59

Here’s my quick recap of HR Technology 2025, which was jam-packed with vendors like never before. The HR traffic was down but the vendor traffic was higher than I’ve seen in years. Why? Well $800 billion has been invested in AI infrastructure this year and many of these software companies are taking advantage of it. There are probably too many tool…

1
Lessons from Leaders: How AI Is Redefining Work and the Human Experience (Labor Day Special Episode) 51:07

12d ago51:07

51:07

In this Labor Day Special Episode of AI and the Future of Work, host Dan Turchin sits down with three leaders for an open conversation about how AI is reshaping the workplace. They discuss both opportunities and challenges. The focus is on building organizations where technology amplifies human potential rather than replacing it. From rethinking th…

1
How Sana Transforms Workday's Learning Platform, And Much More 30:59

15d ago30:59

30:59

Today, only a few weeks after acquiring Paradox and Flowise, Workday announced the acquisition of another AI company: Sana Labs. Sana, the company that we partner with for Galileo and Galileo Learn, is a pioneering AI-native platform designed for learning, knowledge management, and agentic applications. The Sana Agent and Sana Learning platforms gi…

1
353: Can AI Bring Back the Human Side of CRM? Jody Glidden, CEO of Postilize, on Nurturing Relationships 29:13

17d ago29:13

29:13

Jody Glidden is the CEO and founder of Postilize, a company focused on reinventing CRM through AI. Before launching Postilize, he co-founded Introhive and served as CEO until 2022, helping raise over $100 million to build the enterprise relationship management category. A serial entrepreneur, Jody previously founded icGlobal, which was acquired by …

1
LH #116 How L&D Gets Leverage, with Lori Niles-Hoffman 1:12:37

15d ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Systems, skills and the eight levers of learning transformation. Lori Niles-Hoffman, learning strategist and data evangelist, joins John to explore how L&D can escape legacy mindsets and regain strategic impact. Drawing on her new book, Lori outlines the eight key levers for enterprise learning transformation, why ecosystems matter more than platfo…

1
The AI Revolution in Talent Acquisition, and Perspectives On Tech and M&A 27:23

18d ago27:23

27:23

Preview of my big HR Tech keynote! This week I give you in-depth perspectives on the massive AI tech bubble, the massive revolution in talent acquisition systems, and what to expect from M&A in the future. We’re in a whole new world of HR Technology and vendors are scrambling to buy, build, or invest to keep up. I’ll be keynoting many events this F…

1
Podcast 102: Building Culture by Training Professional Drivers 32:32

20d ago32:32

32:32

Road transport is a complex, highly regulated industry. So, training professional drivers can make a big business impact. How? Find out on this episode of the Talented Learning Show!By John Leh

1
352: Can AI Solve the Job Search Problem? Make Hiring Faster and More Human with Anthony Moisant, CIO & CSO at Indeed 34:41

24d ago34:41

34:41

Anthony Moisant is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Indeed, the world’s leading job site with over 610 million job seeker profiles. He joined Indeed nearly five years ago after serving in a similar role at sister company Glassdoor for eight years. As CIO, he leads the teams responsible for the internal technol…

1
The Job Market Crash, Open AI's Job Strategy, And My Experience With Learning Agents 26:24

25d ago26:24

26:24

This week I summarize some massive news about the job market, job creation, and OpenAI’s move to enter the world of AI skills development and talent matching. Please read the detailed article for more details. In addition to diving into these topics, I also tell you my story of “learning agents” and why self-development and AI-powered learning is g…

1
Taylor Stockton, Chief Innovation Officer for US Dept. of Labor 26:21

28d ago26:21

26:21

This week I’m excited to share my interview with Taylor Stockton, Chief Innovation Officer for the US Department of Labor. You will learn about the American AI Action Plan and the detailed America’s Talent Strategy: Building the Workforce for the Golden Age, two strategy documents which describe how the Federal Government is investing in AI technol…

1
Learning, Leading, and Leaping In with Carrie Stokes 32:59

1M ago32:59

32:59

IN THIS EPISODE... Carrie Stokes, CEO and President of Barge Design Solutions, discusses her journey from intern to CEO, emphasizing the importance of advocating for oneself, continuous learning, and strategic decision-making. She highlights Barge's new five-year strategic plan and the need for innovation, particularly in cybersecurity and work pro…

1
351: The End of the Pre-Written Story: Nick Mehta, former Gainsight CEO, on Embracing AI’s Uncertainty 45:13

1M ago45:13

45:13

A few days ago, Nick Mehta announced his transition from CEO to Board Director and Special Advisor at Gainsight. As CEO, he spent more than a decade transforming the company into a global leader in customer success, serving over 20,000 customers and surpassing $100 million in ARR. Before Gainsight, he led LiveOffice through its acquisition by Syman…

1
LH115 Meet Your New Math(s) Teacher: a Robot Dog, with Jan Liphardt 57:55

29d ago57:55

57:55

Stanford professor Jan Liphardt—founder of OpenMind—joins the podcast to explore the future of learning at the intersection of AI, robotics, and human development. He explains why robot dogs might be ideal math tutors, how Socratic dialogue can be scaled through machines, and what AI means for education, healthcare, and daily life. A bold vision of…

1
Labor Day Arrives: How AI Changes Everything For Workers 27:56

1M ago27:56

27:56

US Labor Day is always a time to celebrate workers. Well this year, unlike years before, the entire labor market is changed. Not only are many front-line workers in high demand, white-collar workers are experiencing a hiring slowdown and automation is impacting everyone. And for the first time in my career, the BLS expects very little job growth in…

1
Will AI Obsolete Employee Surveys? Perceptyx Says AI Can Do Much More. 31:33

1M ago31:33

31:33

In this podcast Kathi Enderes interviews Joe Freed, Chief Product officer at Perceptyx, explains the company’s strategy to extend its employee engagement platform to provide nudges, manager tools, and in-depth analysis of employee needs. While the employee survey is not dead yet, you’ll see where things are going. Perceptyx is a well-known survey a…

1
Podcast 101: Inside AI-Native Learning Platforms with Josh Bersin 28:54

1M ago28:54

28:54

What are AI-native learning platforms? How are they revolutionizing enterprise learning? Josh Bersin explains on this episode of the Talented Learning Show!By John Leh

1
Growth Mindset as a Leadership Game Changer with Rhonda Anderson 35:32

1M ago35:32

35:32

IN THIS EPISODE... Dr. Rhonda Anderson discusses her path from being a first-generation college graduate to founding Silver Hawk Coaching and Consulting after years of experience in talent development across various industries. She shares how her personal journey and expertise inspired her to help leaders and organizations grow. She highlights her …

1
350: What Comes After AGI? A Vision for a Freedom-Based Economy with Jad Tarifi, Co-Founder of Integral AI 44:02

1M ago44:02

44:02

Dr. Jad Tarifi is the co-founder of Integral AI, a company he launched in 2021 after holding senior AI roles at Google. He earned his PhD in Computer Science and AI from the University of Florida and completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Waterloo. A returning guest to the podcast, Jad is a leading thinker on world models in AI an…

1
Is Superintelligence Nonsense? Why The AI Market Stumbled. 20:23

1M ago20:23

20:23

The AI market boom took a pause last week when GPT-5 and some new research from MIT appeared. As you’ll hear, the expectations for AI are extraordinarily high and that causes a lot of bubble effects. Today I explain this bubble and where it’s going. I also discuss our latest experiences with AI transformation in business, and why “task automation” …

1
Workday Acquires Paradox, A Bigger Deal Than You Think 22:02

1M ago22:02

22:02

This week I discuss Workday’s acquisition of Paradox, the pioneer in AI-powered conversational recruiting. As I describe in detail, this is a big deal – and it goes beyond Workday’s ability to now offer high-volume, conversational recruitment. Talent Acquisition itself is about to radically change with AI, and this moves Workday into a leading posi…

1
Empowering the Next Generation: Career, Leadership & Resilience Insights (International Youth Day Special Episode) 21:33

1M ago21:33

21:33

To celebrate International Youth Day (August 12), this special compilation episode of AI and the Future of Work brings together inspiring voices with wisdom for both young people starting out and the leaders, parents, and mentors guiding them. In this episode, we revisit key moments from four remarkable guests who share timeless lessons on navigati…

1
Remote Leadership Under Pressure During a Turnaround with Andy Allaway 32:53

1M ago32:53

32:53

IN THIS EPISODE... Karan interviews Andy Allaway, CEO of Empire Flippers, delving into his professional journey, leadership philosophy, and the challenges he faced steering the company through industry changes. Andy shares insights from his early career in IT sales, his transition into online business, and his eventual rise to CEO, highlighting the…

1
349: Can AI Reinvent Healthcare Admin? Cutting $260B in Waste and Optimizing Revenue Cycles with William Chan, CEO of Iodine Software 33:10

2M ago33:10

33:10

William Chan is the co-founder and CEO of Iodine Software, a company he helped launch in 2010 to pioneer the use of AI in helping healthcare providers get paid. A serial entrepreneur, he previously co-founded WhisperWire, acquired by Convergys, and Crimson, acquired by The Advisory Board, and has held product leadership roles at companies including…

1
White Hot AI Dev Tool Market: Workday Acquires Flowise And More 14:06

2M ago14:06

14:06

The new battle for AI supremacy is now moving to the application development space, or IDE (Integrated Development Environments). These companies, like Cursor, Windsurf, Github Copilot, Replit, Google AI Studio, and Microsoft Power tools, are exploding with growth. Why? Because in the world of AI, we’re all application developers! (Listen to “We’re…

1
Podcast 100: How Extended Enterprise LMS Consulting Adds Value 54:44

2M ago54:44

54:44

How does extended enterprise LMS consulting help business software buyers and sellers succeed? Find out on this special 100th episode of the Talented Learning Show!By John Leh

1
The Amazing Story of Workhuman, Recognition Market Leader 37:36

2M ago37:36

37:36

In this podcast I interview Eric Mosley, the Founder and CEO of Workhuman, a $Billion dollar company that pioneered the market for employee recognition. Today Workhuman has more than 7.7 million users and is widely used by many of the largest companies in the world. What does Workhuman do? Well they help you build a corporate wide program for emplo…

1
The Silent Killer of Performance and Profits with Sherry Yellin 35:14

2M ago35:14

35:14

IN THIS EPISODE... Dr. Sherry Yellin, president of The Yellin Group, is the author of several books on leadership and is driven by a passion for understanding how the brain learns and how this knowledge can transform leadership and organizational culture. She shares her journey from academia to entrepreneurship, recounting pivotal moments that shap…

1
348: Will Society Evolve Fast Enough? AI Ethics, Quantum Futures, and Rethinking Humanity with Dr. Mark van Rijmenam 48:32

2M ago48:32

48:32

Dr. Mark van Rijmenam is ranked as the world's best futurists and is known globally for his trademark “Optimistic Dystopian” viewpoint. Recognized by Salesforce as a top voice shaping the future of AI, he’s a sought-after speaker on the relationship between innovation and humanity. He delivered the world’s first TEDx Talk in VR (2020) and introduce…

1
AI Transformation Is Real: Conversation w/ Jacqui Canney from ServiceNow 21:31

2M ago21:31

21:31

This week I have an update on the “real world” of AI transformation, based on some important conversations I’ve had (and these folks will join the podcast soon.) First, I talked with the Department of Labor and also reviewed new research from Goldman Sachs and we do find that “AI is not wiping out jobs.” As you’ll hear, there is a slowdown in hirin…

1
Introducing Galileo™ for Managers, A Leadership Guru At Your Fingertips 5:40

2M ago5:40

5:40

This week we introduce Galileo for Managers, an exciting new part of the Galileo Platform – designed to help business professionals with day-to-day management. As you’ll hear in this podcast, Galileo for Managers brings together the best of AI with 25+ years of research into management, leadership, business, and HR. As I discuss in today’s announce…

1
Using Purpose to Fuel Innovation with Brandon Sawalich 32:23

2M ago32:23

32:23

IN THIS EPISODE... Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO of Starkey, discusses his 31-year journey at the company. He shares insights into his personal and professional journey, describing how he began as an intern and went on to lead the only American-owned hearing technology manufacturer. Brandon explores his leadership philosophy of servant leader…

1
347: Will AI Agents Redefine Automation? Balancing Autonomy and Guardrails with Bhaskar Roy, Chief of AI Products and Solutions at Workato 36:19

2M ago36:19

36:19

Bhaskar Roy is the Chief of AI Products & Solutions at Workato, the workflow automation leader with more than 11,000 customers and a $5.7 billion valuation. He has been with the company for nearly 11 years, previously serving as CMO. A serial head of products, Bhaskar co-founded Qik, which was acquired by Skype in 2011 for $150 million and later by…

1
SAP Acquires SmartRecruiters. Many Implications, Here They Are. 9:40

2M ago9:40

9:40

This week SAP SuccessFactors announced the acquisition of SmartRecruiters, one of the fastest-growing talent acquisition platforms. This is much more than a technology deal: it demonstrates the value of talent and the massive redefinition of “applicant tracking systems” taking place today. While the deal is not final and details are yet to come, I …

1
CEOs Are Proud Of Their Layoffs. Should They Be? 18:11

2M ago18:11

18:11

This week the WSJ highlighted the latest trends. CEOs proudly announcing layoffs and hiring freezes, only to see their stock price go up in celebration. The AI Superworker era has arrived, and companies are now plowing ahead with automation-induced workforce reductions. All this is not as simple as it sounds. AI budgets are skyrocketing (EY survey …

1
Podcast 99: How Can Marketing Improve Enterprise Learning? 31:25

2M ago31:25

31:25

What can marketers teach enterprise learning leaders about how to package, position, and promote training? Find out from a performance marketing expert on this episode of the Talented Learning Show!By John Leh

1
346: Learning and teaching transformed by AI: the Future of Higher Education with Dave Treat, Pearson CTO 39:00

2M ago39:00

39:00

Dave Treat is the Chief Technology Officer of Pearson, the world’s largest education company headquartered in London, with a market cap of $11 billion and over 17,000 employees. Before joining Pearson, he spent several years at Accenture as a Senior Managing Director leading the Innovation Incubation Group. Dave has also served on multiple technolo…

1
Can AI Replace Human Intuition? I Think Not, And Here's Why It Matters. 18:44

2M ago18:44

18:44

After many dozens of conversations with companies and AI vendors about AI transforming work, I’m left with one burning question. If we actually succeed in automating all our work tasks, data analysis, coding, and content generation, are these systems truly able to replace humans? I”m left with a very simple answer: NO. And the reason for this is no…

1
America's AI Action Plan, Quick Perspectives 9:12

2M ago9:12

9:12

Yesterday the White House released The American AI Action Plan, a 28-page policy document which covers many of the most important national (and global issues) we face in the new world of AI. As I briefly discuss today, there are many fantastic policy positions in here (a few odd ones, but they’ll be worked out over time) and the bottom line is that…

1
Lessons from Four Unicorn CEOs Disrupting Massive Markets with AI (Special Episode) 24:16

2M ago24:16

24:16

In this special compilation of AI and the Future of Work, we spotlight four unicorn CEOs who’ve disrupted entire industries using artificial intelligence—while building cultures of urgency, resilience, and relentless innovation. From scrappy beginnings to billion-dollar valuations, each founder shares what it really takes to build and scale in the …

1
Democracy vs. Autocracy In Leadership, Which Way Should You Go? 14:53

2M ago14:53

14:53

One of the most fundamental issues in business is “how we make decisions.” Should top management make all the decisions? Or should we let front-line staff collaborate and weigh in on company strategies. Well in the political sphere, we’re testing these two models out in real time. And as I discuss, the “democratic” model leads to economies with hig…

1
Tackling the AI Confidence Crisis with Kevin Knieriem 33:57

2M ago33:57

33:57

IN THIS EPISODE... Kevin Knieriem, President and Chief Revenue Officer at Clari discusses his career journey, emphasizing his role in driving revenue growth and leveraging AI to enhance sales processes. Knieriem highlights the importance of trust in revenue data, noting that 67% of enterprise leaders lack confidence in their data. He stresses the e…

1
345: Will AI Break or Rebuild Workplace Culture? Trust, Incentives, and the Future of Teams with Alex Buder Shapiro, Chief People Officer at Jasper AI 40:16

2M ago40:16

40:16

Alex Buder Shapiro is the Chief People Officer at Jasper AI, a company with more than 100,000 customers using its AI-first marketing platform and over $125M raised. She is a forward-thinking people leader with a unique perspective on the role of HR and the future of teams, having served in the same position for six years at Flatiron Health and as a…