Honest HR is the go-to podcast for aspiring and informed HR professionals intent on transforming workplace challenges into golden opportunities. This podcast brings you insights, trends, and actionable advice through relatable stories from the REAL world of HR.

C-Suite Radio™ Podcast
Honest HR
Honest HR is the go-to podcast for aspiring and informed HR professionals intent on transforming workplace challenges into golden opportunities. This podcast brings you insights, trends, and actionable advice through relatable stories from the REAL world of HR.
Episodes

Nov 10, 2026
Your Benefits Data Tell a Story. Employees are Listening.
From rising investments in paid parental leave to the growing popularity of employer-paid AI subscriptions, employee benefits are changing. Addy Weaver, Ph.D., a researcher on SHRM's Thought Leadership team, explores what SHRM's latest Employee Benefits Survey reveals about employer priorities…

Oct 27, 2026
Why HR and People Managers Need to Work Better Together
HR and people managers share a goal: building stronger teams. But when they work in silos, organizations can miss opportunities to develop talent, close skills gaps, and help employees grow. Host Nicole Belyna joins All Things Work host Anne Sparaco…

Oct 13, 2026
The Early Lessons Gen Alpha Is Teaching HR
As Gen Alpha begins to enter the workforce, their expectations around learning, technology, communication, career growth and workplace culture could challenge some long-standing assumptions about how organizations develop talent. James Harrell, former chief of Human Capital Management at the San…

Sep 29, 2026
Getting Value from Pharmacy Benefits in a High-Cost Era
As pharmacy costs continue to rise, employers need a clearer understanding of what’s driving their prescription drug spending – and where there may be opportunities to manage costs more effectively. Eric Papp, vice president of employee benefits consulting, M.E. Wilson…

Sep 15, 2026
Your Offboarding Process Could Be Costing You
An employee’s experience doesn’t end on their last day Sarah Rodehorst, CEO and co-founder of Onwards HR, discusses how thoughtful offboarding can strengthen trust, reduce compliance risks, and reinforce an organization’s values — even during difficult departures. Subscribe to Honest…

Sep 1, 2026
Talent Tug-of-War: The Pull Between Acquisition vs. Development
Hiring can fill immediate skills gaps, but developing talent builds for the future. SHRM26 speakers Amy Jauman, HR director for the DNA Doe Project, and Amber Watts, chief everboarding officer at Radical GrowthWorks, explore how HR professionals can balance talent…

Aug 18, 2026
Money Problems Don’t Stay at Home
Nearly three-quarters of U.S. workers experience financial stress, from worrying about unexpected expenses to navigating major life decisions — and those concerns don’t disappear during the workday. Explore new SHRM research on the state of employee financial wellness with Ragan…

Aug 4, 2026
No Script Required: How Improv Builds Better HR Leaders
HR rarely happens exactly as planned. From difficult conversations to organizational change, leaders need to think on their feet. Dave Collins, founder and CEO of Oak & Reeds, a training company that combines improv techniques with proven learning strategies to…

Jul 21, 2026
How AI Can Improve Onboarding Without Losing the Human Touch
New hires don’t need more portals; they need clarity, support, and time to breathe. Hannah Toney, consultant at Serendipity Sellers and author, discusses how HR professionals can use AI to streamline onboarding, define meaningful milestones, deliver personalized support, and establish…

Jul 7, 2026
The Power of Influence: Elevating Your Impact at Work
HR leaders are expected to influence business decisions, but gaining executive buy-in requires more than great ideas. In this live recording of Honest HR, Bruce Waller, vice president of corporate relocation at the Armstrong Company and bestselling author, shares practical…
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