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Human Resource Development Masterclass

Human Resource Development Masterclass

By: Academy of Human Resource Development
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Human Resource Development Masterclass is a podcast series from the Academy of Human Resource Development, the organization that leads HRD through research. Each 60-90 minute episode features leading authors, scholars and researchers in conversation on the fundamentals of HRD and how those are changing in the workplace of the 2020s. The series is hosted by Darren Short who has 30 years of HRD experience in Europe and North America and who was President of the Academy of Human Resource Development in 2012-2014. To find out more about the series and how you can access bonus materials not included in the podcast, visit hrdmasterclass.com. Subscribe today to ensure you don’t miss any episodes.© 2025 Academy of Human Resource Development Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • How To Rethink HRD
    May 19 2025

    In this third episode of Season 5, guests Dr. Laura Bierema, Dr. Jamie Callahan, and Dr. Tomika Greer discuss how to rethink HRD by exploring questions:

    • What does it mean to rethink HRD?
    • What do you see in organizations that makes you want to rethink HRD?
    • What makes the timing right to rethink HRD?
    • Does rethinking HRD mean an evolution or a transformation?
    • Do we already have alternative ways of thinking about HRD?
    • Does transformation happen top-down or bottom-up?
    • Where does someone start who wants to transform HRD?
    • and much more.


    For full details on the HRD Masterclass series, visit hrdmasterclass.com, and for the bios of the guest scholars visit allbypodcast.com/rethinking.


    For more information on the Academy of Human Resource Development, visit ahrd.org.

    This episode is sponsored by: The University of Georgia, Gwinnett Campus and Mary Frances Early College of Education, Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy, Program of Adult Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development. For full information, check out their website.

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    54 mins
  • HRD: How To Respond To AI
    May 12 2025

    In this second episode of Season 5, guests Dr. Margaret Driscoll, Dr. Saul Carliner, and Dr. Yvonne Thayer discuss how HRD can respond to AI by exploring:

    • What do we mean by the term AI?
    • What do we know about how AI is changing the workplace and workforce?
    • What examples do we have of how AI is already impacting HRD?
    • How do we see the impact of AI on HRD changing over the next few years?
    • What are the practical implications for HRD professionals?
    • How can HRD professionals prepare themselves for the changes happening?
    • and much more.


    For full details on the HRD Masterclass series, visit hrdmasterclass.com, and for the bios of the guest scholars visit allbypodcast.com/airesponse.

    The following file contains recommended resources that support listeners as they reflect on the implications of AI raised during the episode: https://www.allbypodcast.com/s/Sites-Worth-Visiting2docx.pdf

    For more information on the Academy of Human Resource Development, visit ahrd.org.

    This episode is sponsored by Concordia University Wisconsin, Earn your Doctorate in Business Administration online. Unlock new career opportunities with a PhD or Doctor of Business Administration from Concordia University Wisconsin. Our flexible, online programs are designed for ambitious professionals seeking to lead, innovate, and drive meaningful change in their industries. With expert faculty, research-driven coursework, and specializations in Financial & Economic Management and Organizational Performance & Change, you'll gain the skills to excel in executive leadership, consulting, or academia. Take the next step in advancing your career—visit earnyourdoctorateonline.cuw.edu today!

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • HRD: How To Support Veterans
    May 6 2025

    In this first episode of Season 5, guests Dr. Alaina Doyle (Flourish Coaching & Consulting), Dr. Michael Kirchner (Purdue University - Fort Wayne), and Dr. Sarah E. Minnis (Western Carolina University) discuss how HRD can support veterans in the workplace, including questions on:

    • What do we mean by the term Veterans?
    • Why is the topic of Veterans in the workforce such an important one for organizations broadly and also for HRD as a profession?
    • What are the main challenges that Veterans face in the workforce outside of the military, and what can organizations be doing to address those challenges?
    • What advice do you have for HRD professionals who are looking to do more to support Veterans in their organization?
    • and much more.


    For full details on the HRD Masterclass series, visit hrdmasterclass.com, and for the bios of the guest scholars visit allbypodcast.com/veterans.

    For more information on the Academy of Human Resource Development, visit ahrd.org.

    This episode is sponsored by Concordia University Wisconsin, Earn your Doctorate in Business Administration online. Unlock new career opportunities with a PhD or Doctor of Business Administration from Concordia University Wisconsin. Our flexible, online programs are designed for ambitious professionals seeking to lead, innovate, and drive meaningful change in their industries. With expert faculty, research-driven coursework, and specializations in Financial & Economic Management and Organizational Performance & Change, you'll gain the skills to excel in executive leadership, consulting, or academia. Take the next step in advancing your career—visit earnyourdoctorateonline.cuw.edu today!

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    52 mins
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