24 Top World of Work Podcasts in 2024

2024 is in full swing and the team at The HR Gazette is starting the year with new HRchat episodes featuring Kevin W. Grossman , Christopher Bjorling , Chapelle Ryon , Sam Caplan , Maisha L. Cannon , Keirsten Greggs , Nick Steiert , Dr Ali Raza Nemati (CMgr FCMI, CHRP, CTP, CMBE CSHCM, CLDP, CPPAP, CTCL ,CIFE, CPOH) and more.

As you can probably tell... our team is passionate about creating podcast content! We expect to publish over 100 HRchat episodes this year plus dozens more on the People and Performance and HRreview feeds!

There are lots of awesome HR-related podcasts out there providing news, reviews, interviews, and tips to educate and entertain professionals in and around Human Resources. The past couple of years have seen an explosion of new podcasts focused on the world of work so here's our latest list of top pods to check out.

Our Pick of the Best HR Podcasts in 2024

We've curated a list, in no particular order, of both new and established podcasts that offer valuable insights into HR, Talent, and Leadership.

HR Happy Hour

The HR Happy Hour podcast produces heaps of super-helpful and entertaining content. There are 100s of episodes and new shows are published 2-3 times a month. Listen as Steve Boese and Trish McFarlane tackle topics related to human resources, management and leadership, and workforce technology.

HRchat Podcast

With around 700 episodes (and counting) featuring high-profile guest experts, the HRchat Podcast explores the latest trends in leadership. HR strategy, recruitment, tech, career advancement, motivation, company culture, law, DEI, and more! The show has received?100,000s of downloads and?ranks in Feedspot 's top five HR pods in the world?based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority, and freshness.

HR’s Most Dangerous Podcast with Chad & Cheese

Chad & Cheese, industry analysts with over 40 years of combined experience, bring a unique perspective to HR and recruitment, making this podcast both informative and engaging. It's engaging and worth a listen!

HR in Review Podcast

This podcast by HRreview features interviews with leading HR practitioners, covering topics such as HR strategy, technology, recruitment, training, diversity, and employment law.

The pod covers a host of HR-related topics and guests share personal experiences and career tips; resulting in varied and interesting content that provides useful and actionable advice, while also being an enjoyable and stimulating listen.

People and Performance Podcast

This show gives insights into the strategic competencies, behaviors, and results needed to increase the performance of employees. Each episode takes a deep dive into the stages of workforce planning needed to master long-term success in a rapidly changing world of work. Hosted by Chris Bjorling and others, each interview is around 15-20 minutes and is supported by super impressive guest industry experts.

We're Only Human

Host Ben Eubanks blends research and practical advice to help HR, talent, and learning leaders improve business outcomes through dynamic and innovative approaches.

While We Were Working

Hosts Joey Price and Sommer Ketron share their perspectives and years of experience, focusing on employee engagement, workplace culture, and HR law for the modern workplace.

Punk Rock HR

Host Laurie Ruettimann , a top career adviser, explores the broken aspects of work, discussing buzzwords, the nerdy, and the contrarian.

DriveThruHR

A captivating and occasionally irreverent lunchtime discourse hosted by industry experts, covering various HR topics relevant to professionals in just 30 minutes.

WorkTrends Podcast From TalentCulture

Hosted by Meghan M. Biro , this long-running and entertaining podcast explores how work is changing, featuring news, insights, and discussions with leading experts and HR tech vendors.

The Jim Stroud Podcast

Jim Stroud is a thought leader, HR Influencer, and public speaker on the future of work. I was recently a guest on his pod and can tell you that it's one of the best futurist shows out there! The podcast looks at discoveries and trends impacting the world of work.

Nine To Thrive HR

This long-running show gives listeners access to leading HR practitioners, authors, academics, and thought leaders in under an hour, covering a range of human capital issues.

Human Centred Leadership Podcast

With over three decades of leadership experience, Kul Mahay works with organizations to develop powerful cultures of high value and performance.

Thinking Inside the Box

HRchat guest host Matt Burns leads this awesome pod focused on sharing innovative ways organizations, and their leaders overcome complex issues at work.

The CandEs Shop Talk Podcast

The Business of Recruiting and Candidate Experience: a podcast about the business impact of HR, talent acquisition, recruiting technology and improving the candidate experience. HR and recruiting industry influencer, and ERE analyst Kevin W. Grossman, talks shop with CandE winners, talent acquisition leaders, industry influencers, and technology providers.

HBR IdeaCast

Produced by Harvard Business Review , this podcast features interviews with influential thinkers in the business and management field, sharing insights on building a better workplace.

The HR Uprising Podcast

Hosted by business psychologist Lucinda Carney, this podcast delves into in-depth issues in HR and conducts interviews with specialists and HR/L&D practitioners.

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast

HR professionals Jon Thurmond and Wendy Dailey host this podcast, discussing how to connect, give back, and expand HR networks.

HR Daily Advisor

A twice-monthly podcast providing clear, relevant, and actionable information on important HR themes for professionals managing organizations.

HR Leaders

Christopher Rainey interviews industry experts and HR leaders, discussing building strong HR functions, challenges, and opportunities within renowned global brands. The episodes are well-produced and super entertaining!

CIPD Podcasts

The CIPD podcasts offer up-to-date insights on the latest HR news and trends, featuring information and interviews with leading experts in the field.

XpertHR Podcast

From the creators of Brightmine , this weekly/monthly podcast provides essential employment law advice and HR best practices for HR professionals and business owners.

The Better HR Business

The Better HR Business podcast with my friend Ben Geoghegan is a great resource for HR consultants and HR tech firms looking to grow their businesses. The podcast features interviews with some of the top minds in the industry, discussing everything from business growth strategies to the latest HR technologies. If you’re just getting started in the HR industry or you’re looking for ways to take your business to the next level, the HR Business Marketing Podcast is a great option!

HR Exchange Network

Covering talent management, HR news, corporate learning, employee engagement, recruiting, HR Tech, succession planning, and HR conferences, the HR Exchange Network podcast features insights from renowned HR executives.

Honorable Mentions

Redefining HR

Workology

All about HR

The HR Sound Off Podcast

Talking HR Trends with Natal and Tom

Modern People Leader

The RecTech Podcast

SHRM Podcasts

HR Coffee Time

The Learning & Development Podcast