Is This Still A Good Time? is the podcast where recruiters finally ask themselves the same question they’ve asked candidates thousands of times: is this still a good time? Hosted by Mike Peditto, each episode digs into the messy, funny, and all-too-real world of recruiting today. From building trust with skeptical hiring managers to surviving counter-offers, recruiter burnout, and the flood of AI tools reshaping the industry, Mike and his guests share candid stories, practical advice, and the occasional recruiting nightmare. Whether you’re a veteran talent pro or just starting out, you’ll find honest conversations about what’s broken in hiring, what actually works, and how community keeps us all going when the job gets tough. Mike Peditto is a seasoned recruiter, writer, and creator whose unfiltered insights have made him a trusted voice in the talent acquisition space. Known for his engaging newsletter and his willingness to challenge convent
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Signup to Generate a PitchIs This Still A Good Time? is the podcast where recruiters finally ask themselves the same question they’ve asked candidates thousands of times: is this still a good time? Hosted by Mike Peditto, each episode digs into the messy, funny, and all-too-real world of recruiting today.
Recent episodes include "#26 - Danny Rojas: AI in Recruitment: Navigating the Adoption Pitfalls" (28 October 2026, 29 minutes), "#25 - Anna Morgan: Building Community and Career Evolution" (21 October 2026, 52 minutes), and "#24 - Andrew Lewis: The Value of Recruiters Today" (14 October 2026, 42 minutes).
Is This Still A Good Time? publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 19 episodes.
Booking probability for Is This Still A Good Time? is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Is This Still A Good Time? requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Is This Still A Good Time?'s contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Is This Still A Good Time? are Staffing & Recruiting and Business & Management Consulting. Is This Still A Good Time? has a business audience.
Is This Still A Good Time? is a business podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Is This Still A Good Time?
In this episode, live from RecFest Day 2, we dive into the evolving world of recruitment technology with Danny Rojas, Senior Principal of Product and Market Insights at ICIMS. Discover the excitement and challenges of...
In this episode of ITSAGT, we dive into the dynamic world of career evolution and community building with Anna Morgan, a former recruiter turned career strategist and event planner. Anna shares her journey from the...
In this episode of ITSAGT, we delve into the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment with Andrew Lewis, a seasoned expert with over a decade of experience in the field. Andrew, currently the head of talent at a Series B...
In this episode of ITSAGT, host Mike welcomes Lori Golden, a seasoned recruiter with over 27 years of experience, to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of the job market and the importance of critical thinking in...
In this episode of ITSAGT, we delve into the evolving landscape of recruitment with seasoned executive recruiter, Mark Toscano. With over 20 years of experience across various industries, Mark shares his insights on the...
Welcome back to ITSAGT, the podcast that delves into the questions recruiters ask daily, but with a twist. In this episode, we are thrilled to host Mark Coleman, the founder and CEO of Unleash, a leading figure in the...
In this engaging episode of ITSAGT, we delve into the intricacies of recruitment with the insightful Adam Posner, host of the popular 'Poscast'. Known for his expertise in building communities and navigating the...
<p>In this episode of ITSAGT, we're thrilled to have industry analyst Kyle Lagunas join us for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of HR and talent acquisition. Kyle, who leads his own research advisory firm, Kyle...
<p>In this episode of ITSAGT, we're joined by Brandon Jeffs, a dynamic force in the recruiting industry and the founder of Building the Talent Machine. Brandon shares his journey from working long hours in high-pressure...
<p>In this insightful episode of ITSAGT, we sit down with Jaylyn Jones, a university recruiter from Duolingo. Jaylyn shares her unique perspective on the challenges and intricacies of campus recruiting in the tech...
<p>In this insightful episode of ITSAGT, we're joined by Emily Mucken, a seasoned recruiter with a rich background in renowned companies like Netflix and Reddit. Emily candidly shares her experiences, from dealing with...
Episode #15
<p>In this thought-provoking episode of 'Is This Still A Good Time?', we sit down with Brian Fink, a well-respected talent advisor with experience at renowned companies like Apple and Twitter. Brian shares his deep...
Episode #14
<p>In this episode of 'Is This Still A Good Time', we sit down with experienced recruiter, Kelli Hrivnak, to discuss the importance of keeping the human element in recruiting. Kelli, who has spent the better part of two...
Episode #13
<p>Use code PEDITTO10 for 10% off Talent Acquisition Week. </p> <p>Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the world of talent acquisition with our special guest, Kara Mignanelli, founder of the TA Week...
<p>In this riveting episode, we dive deep into the world of recruitment with the charismatic and candid Shaun Hervey. As an independent recruiter specializing in the software and tech space, Shaun brings a unique...
<p>Recruiter, author, and LinkedIn fire-starter Richie Lampani joins Mike for a wide-ranging conversation about the real state of recruiting today. From the brutal realities of the 2024 job market to the decline of...
<p>Mike welcomes talent acquisition consultant and friend Laura Gassman, who is well-known for rage-quitting her cushy corporate job two years ago to launch her own fractional TA consulting and RPO business. The...
Is This Still A Good Time?
<p>Recorded live on Day 2 at RecFest 2025, this episode keeps the energy rolling with another round of rapid-fire conversations from the Purple Acorn livestream — mixing laughter, lessons, and the real-life chaos of...
Episode #8
<p>Recorded live on Day 1 at RecFest 2025, brings four rapid-fire conversations that mix heat-wave humor with real talk on burnout, community, AI, and the wildest recruiter stories. Mike Peditto opens each chat with his...
<p>In this episode of Is This Still a Good Time?, Mike Peditto sits down with Erin Riska, a longtime talent acquisition leader and full-time digital nomad who’s spent the last five years traveling the world with her...
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