The Chad & Cheese Podcast

By: Evergreen Podcasts
  • Summary

  • Everything Recruiting, Recruitment Marketing, Technology, Talent Management, and Workforce Economics wrapped in brash opinions and loads of snark. Industry veterans Chad Sowash & Joel Cheesman share their experience and opinion on a wide variety of topics and current news stories. Hiring companies, employers, and vendors tune in for insights from practitioners, vendors, startups, and these two knuckleheads.
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Episodes
  • Snagged and Bagged: JobGet's Big Move
    Nov 22 2024
    This week on The Chad and Cheese Podcast: It's a world of layoffs, aliens, and bad burgers as Chad brags about sunny Portugal while Joel freezes in the Midwest. From AI pimps hustling Instagram to job board dinosaurs facing extinction, the duo dives into an Acquisition Palooza that proves even startups can have a midlife crisis. Plus, they tackle the age-old question: How much Shake Shack can you eat at 30,000 feet? Spoiler: Not enough. Strap in for hot takes, cool beers, and the slow but inevitable collapse of humanity—now with a side of influencer drama! Takeaways The hosts share their contrasting experiences of weather and lifestyle. Current events are overwhelming, with a mix of serious and absurd news. Boxing has transformed into a scripted entertainment spectacle. The hosts reminisce about the authenticity of past boxing matches. Industry shout outs highlight the interconnectedness of recruitment platforms. Fantasy football updates reveal competitive dynamics among the hosts. Layoffs in the recruitment industry signal ongoing challenges. LinkUp's acquisition showcases the importance of real-time job data. Adzuna's acquisition aims to enhance social media recruitment capabilities. The conversation reflects on the future of recruitment advertising amidst automation. Adzuna should consider acquiring Flockety to enhance its influencer marketing capabilities. The job board industry is evolving, with a shift towards programmatic advertising and social media engagement. Companies must adapt to the changing landscape of job postings to remain competitive. JobGet's acquisition of Snagajob could revitalize the hourly worker market. Recruiter.com's acquisition of BountyJobs raises questions about the future of recruitment services. AI-driven digital employees are becoming essential in addressing the cybersecurity talent shortage. The proliferation of AI-generated influencers poses significant challenges for genuine content creators. Legislative action is needed to combat the rise of deep fake technology on social media. The recruitment industry is experiencing a wave of consolidation and strategic acquisitions. The conversation highlights the importance of adapting to technological advancements in recruitment and marketing. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Current Events 03:00 - Reflections on Boxing and Entertainment 06:03 - Shout Outs and Industry News 10:03 -Fantasy Football Update 12:01 -Layoffs and Industry Changes 15:58 -Acquisition Palooza: LinkUp and Adzuna 28:32 -The Rise of Influencer-Centric Platforms 29:52 -The Evolution of Job Boards and Programmatic Advertising 33:16 -Adzuna's Strategic Shift and Industry Challenges 34:01 -JobGet Acquires Snagajob: A New Era for Hourly Workers 42:09 -Recruiter.com Acquires BountyJobs: A Strategic Move? 47:04 - AI in Cybersecurity: The Future of Digital Employees 52:00 -The Impact of AI-Generated Influencers on Social Media
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    58 mins
  • Shredded: JobGet, Adzuna, Recruiter.com, LinkUp, BountyJobs, Minu, Snagajob, TalentNeuron, Twine & More
    Nov 21 2024
    The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s getting acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.
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    8 mins
  • Why AI Can't Replace Recruiters (Yet)
    Nov 20 2024
    From the Shaker Green Room at RecFest USA, Dean Da Costa joins Chad & Cheese to share fresh recruitment advice. He urges recruiters to challenge norms, verify AI-generated data, and focus on the human touch. Da Costa emphasizes personal branding, as candidates often research recruiters, and suggests exploring platforms beyond LinkedIn to reach diverse talent. He highlights the irreplaceable value of genuine interactions over automation and advocates for a supportive, knowledge-sharing recruiter community.
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    14 mins

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