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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Beyond the Coasts: Where Careers Are Taking Off in 2025

In this episode Steve discusses some of the top cities in the US for job growth, career prospects, earning potential and more. The data shows that growth is coming from some unexpected places, and that the big cities on the coasts are not the only places offering strong career prospects.

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New Data Shows 77% of American Workers Have Worked Through a Mental Health Crisis

In this episode Steve shares results from a recent survey on mental health in the workplace. New data shows alarming numbers of Gen Z and Millennial workers are struggling with their mental health and are not getting the support they need and often are simply just working through their mental health crises.

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Driving Improved Performance Powered by AI

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour Show, hosts Steve and Trish discuss the transformative impact of AI on HR and talent management with Yvette Cameron from Oracle.

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AI Proficiency is the New Must-Have Skill for Job Security

In this episode Steve discusses how AI proficiency is fast becoming a must-have skill for job seekers and anyone concerned about their performance at work and their long-term job security.

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The Growing Link Between DEI and Merger and Acquisition Approval

In this episode Steve examines how the FCC’s oversight and Merger and Acquisition approval authority is being used as another weapon in the Trump administration’s ongoing war against DEI programs in corporate America.

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H3 LIVE – Can AI Give HR More Time for People?

On this H3 LIVE, Steve Boese interviews Abha Bhaskar, CTO of Experian Employer Services, discussing the intersection of compliance and technology in HR.

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H3 LIVE – Helping HR Teams Stay Compliant

In this H3 LIVE episode recorded at SHRM 2025, the conversation focuses on the challenges HR professionals face regarding compliance, particularly with I-9 forms, E-Verify, ACA reporting, and Work Opportunity Tax Credits.

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The Play by Play: Bad Posts and Best Bets

In this episode of The Play by Play, Jack and Nick discuss significant social media blunders made by major brands, highlighting the consequences of poor marketing decisions in the digital age.

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When AI Writes the Code: The Future of Entry-Level Tech Roles

In this episode Steve discusses how powerful new AI tools, like Goldman Sachs new AI co-worker “Devin”, present a growing threat to entry level tech roles, and raise important questions about human-AI collaboration in the future.

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From Applause to Impact with the Recognition Effect

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour Show, hosts Steve and Trish discuss the critical role of recognition in the workplace with Sarah Whitman, Senior Vice President of E-commerce at Workhuman.

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