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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New Research Shows that Flexibility Is Still the Ultimate Talent Strategy

In this episode Steve shares key findings about the state of hybrid working from the Cisco Global Hybrid Work Study 2025, a comprehensive look at hybrid work – what is working, what isn’t, and what HR and business leaders should be doing to maximize employee wellbeing, retention, and productivity.

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How Gen Z is Redefining Home Ownership and a Sustainable Future

In this episode of The Play by Play, Jack and Nick discuss the evolving landscape of home buying for Gen Z.

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Work Patterns are Changing – Despite Crabby Baby Boomers’ Complaints

In this episode Steve discusses how the Four-day workweek is increasing in popularity, provides myriad benefits to workers, and has drawn the ire of some old-school leaders who don’t believe Work/Life Balance is even a thing.

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Speak Up. Stand Out. Be Remembered.

On this episode of At Work in America, Steve and Trish sit down with Bill McGowan, founder of Clarity Media Group and author of Speak Memorably, to uncover the secrets to powerful communication and unforgettable presentations.

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Pride and Pullback: Why Some Corporations Are Retreating from Pride Month

In this episode Steve discusses how with Pride Month underway, many large corporations are withdrawing support for local Pride events and Pride parades – citing a combination of political pressure, economic uncertainty, and potential consumer backlash.

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Can Manufacturing Revive America’s Heartland?

In this episode Steve continues the discussion about reviving manufacturing in America. Today we examine whether manufacturing is the key to helping declining cities in the heartland or if we should be thinking beyond manufacturing to create more opportunity for workers without college degrees.

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AI’s Impact on HR and Hiring

In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Felix Wetzel, VP of Product Management at HR Services company Cielo, about how AI can help HR and talent acquisition teams shift from process-driven to more consultative, human-centric approaches.

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The Class of 2025 is Facing the Most Complicated Job Market in Years

In this episode Steve discusses the job market conditions and prospects for the Class of 2025 college graduates. The new crop of grads are facing a labor market that is changing rapidly – with AI technology making many companies reconsider their hiring plans.

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The Evolution of AI: Past, Present, and Future

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour Show, Steve Boese interviews Miranda Nash, Group VP of Applications Development Strategy at Oracle, discussing the transformative impact of AI in enterprise applications.

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Southwest Airlines Changes Could Add up to $4 Billion in Passenger Costs

In this episode Steve continues coverage of the changes at Southwest Airlines. With new bag fees already here, and assigned and premium seating coming soon – can Southwest survive alienating existing customers and fans while chasing new customers to the brand?

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