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Talent Development Leader

Hosted by ATD · business · EN · 70 episodes

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Sponsored by Cornerstone, The Association for Talent Development (ATD)'s Talent Development Leader podcast features monthly conversations with the greatest influencers in the talent development field. Tune in for the latest trends, hot topics, and future-focused ideas that current and aspiring TD leaders need to know. Learn more at www.td.org/talent-development-leader-podcast.

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What is Talent Development Leader about?

Sponsored by Cornerstone, The Association for Talent Development (ATD)'s Talent Development Leader podcast features monthly conversations with the greatest influencers in the talent development field. Tune in for the latest trends, hot topics, and future-focused ideas that current and aspiring TD leaders need to know.

Who hosts Talent Development Leader?

Talent Development Leader is hosted by ATD. The show has published 70 episodes to date.

What has Talent Development Leader covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The Great Human Premium: The New Competitive Advantage in the Age of AI" (1 October 2026, 39 minutes), "The Future of Immersive Learning: Why Design Matters More Than Technology" (17 September 2026, 38 minutes), and "Facilitation as a Leadership Practice: Transforming Learning Through the Five Personas" (10 August 2026, 37 minutes).

How often does Talent Development Leader publish?

Talent Development Leader publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 70 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Talent Development Leader?

Booking probability for Talent Development Leader is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talent Development Leader requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talent Development Leader's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Talent Development Leader?

The strongest fits for Talent Development Leader are Business & Professional Training. Talent Development Leader has a business audience.

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ATD hosts Talent Development Leader, a business show with 70 episodes published.

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  • Episode #48

    The Great Human Premium: The New Competitive Advantage in the Age of AI

    Oct 1, 202639 minS1

    AI may be changing the nature of work, but it is also elevating the importance of what technology cannot replace. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, bestselling author and personal branding expert...

  • Episode #47

    The Future of Immersive Learning: Why Design Matters More Than Technology

    Sep 17, 202638 minS1

    As AI dramatically lowers the barriers to creating learning content, organizations have an opportunity to rethink what makes learning truly engaging and effective. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast...

  • Episode #46

    Facilitation as a Leadership Practice: Transforming Learning Through the Five Personas

    Aug 10, 202637 minS1

    In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Moe Poirier, founder of Shift Facilitation and creator of the Five Personas of Facilitation , explains how talent development leaders can elevate facilitation from a...

  • Episode #44

    The Capability Blueprint: Connecting Skills, Performance, and Strategy

    Jun 30, 202642 minS1

    What sits between a company's strategy and the skills of its workforce? According to Ben Satchwell, Head of Capabilities at Acorn PLMS, the answer is capability. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Ben...

  • Episode #43

    Leading from Within: The Power of Personal Vision with Kimberly Currier

    Jun 11, 202641 minS1

    A clear personal vision can be the difference between reacting to life and intentionally leading it. In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader podcast, Kimberly Currier, global talent and leadership development...

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  • Episode #42

    From Cost Center to Strategic Driver: Reframing Talent Development in Tough Times

    May 14, 202634 minS1

    <p>When budgets shrink, talent development leaders must do more than defend their programs—they must demonstrate their value through communication and influence. In this episode of the Talent Development Leader podcast...

  • Episode #41

    The Future CLO: Leading Learning as a Strategic Business Enabler

    Apr 30, 202644 minS1

    <p>The role of the Chief Learning Officer is at an inflection point. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Tracie Cantu, Chief Learning Strategist at Your CLO and author of Running L&D Like a Business...

  • Episode #40

    Preparing Leaders and Learners for Human‑AI Collaboration with Patrick Lynch

    Apr 16, 202642 minS1

    <p>AI is transforming work—but not in the ways many leaders fear. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Patrick D. Lynch, 2026 Thinkers50 Radar thought leader, AI Faculty Lead at Hult International...

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    Stories That Inspire: Leading with Influence, Clarity, and Joy with Julie Lancaster

    Mar 17, 202647 minS1

    <p>Storytelling isn't a soft skill—it's a serious leadership advantage. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Julie Lancaster, CEO of Lancaster Leadership and author of Beyond Words: How Our Stories &...

  • Episode #38

    The Business-Minded TD Leader With Tina Robinson

    Feb 27, 202639 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Tina Robinson, executive coach and author of the ATD Press book, Developing Your Business Leaders, explains why many TD leaders get stuck reacting to requests...

  • Episode #37

    Development for Everyone: AI Coaching in Action with Kirsten Moorefield

    Feb 11, 202640 minS1

    <p>As organizations move beyond high-potential-only development models, AI coaching is emerging as a powerful enabler of personalized growth at scale. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Kirsten...

  • Episode #36

    When Work Becomes Learning: Redesigning the Employee Experience with Samantha Murray

    Jan 29, 202640 minS1

    <p>What if the most powerful learning initiative isn't a program, but the way work itself is designed? In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Sam Murray, Founder and CEO of AlignedCX, challenges...

  • Episode #35

    People First, AI Enabled: Human Sustainability at TELUS

    Nov 19, 202535 minS1

    <p>Human sustainability is no longer a "nice to have"—it's a strategic imperative. In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Allyson McElwain, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer and Director of...

  • Episode #34

    Learning Innovation and Future-Readiness: What's Changing and What Won't with Jonathan Halls

    Oct 10, 202538 minS1

    <p>As AI, reskilling, and shifting workforce expectations reshape organizations, talent development leaders face the unique challenge of balancing innovation with the enduring fundamentals of how people learn. In this...

  • Episode #33

    The Rise of Fractional Leadership: A New Path for Talent Development Leaders

    Sep 17, 202537 minS1

    <p >C-suite leadership is changing as talent development leaders are gaining expanded responsibilities across learning, succession planning, engagement, and more. Many leaders are expected to be experts in talent...

  • Episode #32

    Becoming Better: Transformational Leadership with Ryan Gottfredson

    Jun 18, 202543 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Talent Development Leader podcast, Ryan Gottfredson—bestselling author, professor, and expert in leadership development—describes what it truly means to become better. Drawing from his latest book...

  • Episode #31

    The New Rules of Career Growth: What Talent Leaders Need to Know

    May 15, 202523 minS1

    <p>With an overwhelming abundance of skilling content and the rise of AI in talent development, what does effective employee support look like today—and what should organizations focus on? In this episode of the Talent...

  • Episode #30

    Cracking the Feedback Code: Neuroscience, Leadership & Culture

    Apr 30, 202545 minS1

    <p>In this episode of the Talent Development Leader podcast, explore the power and pitfalls of performance feedback with renowned organizational psychologists Dr. Sandra Mashihi and Dr. Ken Nowack. With decades of...

  • Episode #29

    Embracing Intelligent Failure with Amy C. Edmondson

    Apr 8, 202532 minS1

    <p >Don't miss Amy on the main stage at ATD25. Register now to join us in D.C.: https://www.td.org/pre-checkout/atd25 </p> <p >In this special bonus episode of the Talent Development Leader podcast, we're joined by...

  • Episode #28

    The Agile Edge for Resilient Leaders with Karen Hough

    Mar 31, 202534 minS1

    <p>In a world of constant disruption and rapid change, how can leaders and organizations build resilience, adaptability, and success? In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader, Karen Hough, Founder & CEO of...

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