Artificial intelligence is reshaping how companies find and hire talent—but is it the breakthrough recruiters have been waiting for or just the latest buzzword? In this 20-minute episode of HR Baddies, host Katie Garcia, MBA, SHRM-CP, takes you inside the rapidly evolving world of AI-powered recruiting to separate fact from fiction.

Katie breaks down the tools already changing the game—automated résumé screening, chatbots that schedule interviews, and predictive analytics that forecast time-to-hire—and shares real examples of how small and mid-size businesses are using them today. She also digs into the risks: algorithmic bias, privacy concerns, and new regulations in cities and states that require employers to disclose or audit their AI tools.

You’ll learn a three-step action plan to implement AI responsibly: auditing your workflow, selecting transparent vendors, and training managers to keep the human touch. Whether you’re an HR pro exploring new tech or a business owner trying to save time without sacrificing fairness, this episode delivers the insights you need to use AI wisely—and avoid the hype.