Episodes - HR Happy Hour

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The HR Happy Hour podcast network is made up of a range of shows
The HR Happy Hour Show, as well as HR Market Watch, Radical Research, Inclusion Crusade, The HR Happy Hour on Alexa Show, and The HR Happy Hour WORK BREAK.

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AI and Cultural Values: A Unique Blend

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed speak with Kamwin Story from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. The conversation explores the transformative impact of AI on business operations, highlighting the integration of AI tools like Grow and Dynamic Skills into existing systems.

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The American Jobs Outlook for 2026: Lessons from a Slowing Labor Market

In this episode Steve recaps the state of the U.S. Labor Market in 2025, and how the labor market trends in employment, participation, and even in company adoption of new technology will shape the Labor Market in the New Year.

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Rethinking Rewards: How Amtrak Redirected Executive Bonuses to Employees

In this episode Steve shares the news of the recent decision at Amtrak to redirect executive and leader end-of-year bonuses to fund bonuses for more than 18,000 frontline workers. What does this decision suggest about how rewards and bonuses should be allocated in organizations more generally?

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Human-Centered Development in a Data-Driven World

In this episode of the At Work in America show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed speak with Matthew Daniel from Guild to discuss the evolving landscape of learning and development in the workplace.

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The Real Story of Women’s Experiences at Work in 2025

In this episode Steve shares key findings from the 2025 Women in the Workplace Report from McKinsey and LeanIn. The 2025 report shows that in many key measures, progress for women at work has stalled and women still hold only 29% of C-suite roles. We discuss the report and steps that HR and business leaders can take to make work more fair and more inclusive.

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2025 Year in Review

In this episode, we reflect on the significant events of 2025, covering top news stories, political highlights, sports achievements, and the most streamed music and movies.

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The Potential Expiration of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit

In this episode Steve discusses the potential expiration of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Over two decades the WOTC has expanded access to the job market to many underserved groups, and given employers a valuable tool to invest in hiring and training these workers. But with the WOTC slated to expire soon, HR leaders need to be prepared and to advocate for its extension.

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More U.S. Workers Feeling the Financial Strain of Their Kids’ College Expenses

In this episode Steve discusses recent polling data from NBC News showing that more Americans are doubting the value of the four-year college degree, citing increasing costs, rising debt levels, and an uncertain job market. We break down what this means for HR and Talent pros moving forward.

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Who’s Really Moving the Needle? How Recognition Data Reveals Hidden Talent

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed engage with Kevin Heinzelman from Workhuman to discuss the significance of recognition in the workplace.

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Workplace Spotlight: Why the Wienermobile Might Be the Best First Job Ever

In this episode Steve shares details about one of the most unique job opportunities in the U.S. – a role as a “Hotdogger” – these are the Oscar Meyer brand ambassadors and drivers of the company’s iconic “Wienermobile”. We cover the nature of the role, who might be a good fit, and encourage you to dream of life on the road behind the wheel of a giant hot dog on wheels.

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