Jun 23, 202640 minS4
The UK's driver shortage isn't a new problem — it's a challenge that the transport and logistics industry has been facing for decades. In this episode of Talent Matters, Dave Jenkins sits down with Noz Miah , Founder...
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Talent Matters Podcast
Hosted by Wave · business · EN-GB
About this Podcast:
The Talent Matters Podcast, powered by Wave, brings you real conversations with recruitment industry leaders, uncovering the strategies, trends, and challenges shaping the hiring landscape. Hosted by Dave Jenkins, CEO and Founder of Wave, each episode dives into expert insights, data-driven strategies, and real-world solutions to help recruiters, agency owners, and talent acquisition pros stay ahead.No sales pitches, no fluff. Just candid discussions from the frontlines of recruitment to help you attract top talent and build a stronger hiring strategy.
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What is Talent Matters Podcast about?
The Talent Matters Podcast, powered by Wave, brings you real conversations with recruitment industry leaders, uncovering the strategies, trends, and challenges shaping the hiring landscape. Hosted by Dave Jenkins, CEO and Founder of Wave, each episode dives into expert insights, data-driven strategies, and real-world solutions to help recruiters, agency owners, and talent acquisition pros stay ahead.
Who hosts Talent Matters Podcast?
Talent Matters Podcast is hosted by Wave. The show has published 46 episodes to date.
What has Talent Matters Podcast covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The Long Haul: Solving recruitment's driver shortage W/ Noz Miah" (23 June 2026, 40 minutes), "Betting on Yourself: Launching a recruitment agency after 15 years w/ Nathalie Janger" (10 March 2026, 48 minutes), and "Niche by Design: Scaling a specialist recruitment brand w/ Ian Whitear" (24 February 2026, 49 minutes).
How often does Talent Matters Podcast publish?
Talent Matters Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 48 minutes across 46 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Talent Matters Podcast?
Booking probability for Talent Matters Podcast is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talent Matters Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talent Matters Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Talent Matters Podcast?
The strongest fits for Talent Matters Podcast are Staffing & Recruiting. Talent Matters Podcast has a business audience.
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Wave hosts Talent Matters Podcast, a business podcast with 46 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Mar 10, 202648 minS4<p>Starting a recruitment agency is something many recruiters think about — but far fewer actually do.</p><p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Dave Jenkins sits down with Nathalie Janger, Founder of Crystal Clear...
Feb 24, 202649 minS4<p>Most recruitment agencies claim to be specialists.</p><p>But what does it actually take to build — and scale — a truly niche recruitment brand?</p><p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Dave Jenkins sits down with Ian...
Feb 10, 202652 minS4<p>Most recruitment agencies believe they’re different — but in a crowded market, many still look, sound, and operate the same.</p><p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Dave Jenkins is joined by Ksenia Molodych, Founder...
Jan 27, 202644 minS4<p>Most recruitment agencies are using just a fraction of the tech they’re already paying for—and many are being upsold by MSPs (Managed Service Providers) on tools they don’t need.</p><p>In this episode of Talent...
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Jul 22, 202555 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Rupert McSheehy, Director at RMG Digital, shares how his journey from billing recruiter to agency founder shaped a new way of working — one that prioritises trust, autonomy, and...
Jun 17, 20251h 1mS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Tamar Avakian, Co-Founder – Property & Surveying at Invictus Group, shares how 20 years in real estate recruitment has shaped her approach to building lasting relationships...
Jun 3, 202551 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Heidi Bannister, Founder and Managing Director at Arthur Edward, shares how a deep understanding of the beauty industry has helped her build a trusted recruitment agency that...
Apr 29, 202544 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Mark Cox, Director & Partner at PiC, shares how building strong relationships and adapting to change has helped him grow a trusted recruitment business into a global success...
Apr 15, 202545 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Duncan Seward, Managing Director at IRG Law, shares how niching down into legal recruitment helped him build a high-integrity agency that clients and candidates come back to. Again...
Apr 2, 202542 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Ellie Cree, Managing Director at Savvy Recruitment, shares how her journey from junior recruiter to qualified therapist to MD shaped her people-first approach to...
Mar 18, 202536 minS3<p>Marketing in recruitment isn’t just about making things look good. It’s about driving real business results. </p><p>But what happens when you’re a one-person marketing team managing multiple brands, juggling content...
Mar 4, 202547 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Dave Jenkins sits down with Ashby Jenkins, CEO of Ashby Jenkins Recruitment, to discuss the challenges facing recruiters in 2024. From the pressure to lower fees to the growing role...
Feb 19, 202552 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Dave Jenkins sits down with Suzie Butler, Communications Director at Philosophy Education, to dive into the fast-paced world of education recruitment. Suzie shares her journey from...
Feb 4, 202544 minS3<p>In this episode of Talent Matters, Dave Jenkins sits down with Chris Everitt, co-founder and director of Techfueld, to explore his journey in building a successful recruitment business. Chris shares how he and his...
Episode #307
Are job boards dead? W/ Simon Malpass
Nov 25, 202450 minS3<p>In episode 307, Wave CEO and Founder, Dave Jenkins sits down with Simon Malpass of TRS Media to debate the reoccurring question of, are job boards are dead? The conversation delves deep into the relevance of job...
Nov 12, 202447 minS3<p>In episode 306, Wave CEO and Founder, Dave Jenkins sits down with Richard Caldicott of Caldicott Consulting to discuss the top things that recruitment agencies get wrong about IT. From robust CRM system to the future...
Oct 29, 202452 minS3<p>In Episode 305, host Dave Jenkins sits down with Holly Langley, founder of ReStack and Automation Station, to discuss the complexity of recruitment technology, common pitfalls in tech adoption, the importance of...
Oct 15, 202454 minS3<p>In episode 304, Wave CEO and Founder, Dave Jenkins is joined by Jade from Branded by Aquila, to discuss how recruitment agencies can build and manage effective sub-brands across different sectors. Jade offers...
Episode #3
Recruitment communities, leadership and the power of learning | W/ Simon Lewis & Grant Bristow
Oct 1, 202446 minS3<p>Episode 303 of Wave’s Talent Matters podcast features Wave CEO, Dave Jenkins talking with RecConnect Co-Founders Simon Lewis and Grant Bristow as they dig recruitment community, leadership and the power of...
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Mark Cox
lead researcher and Design Research and Service Design Agency, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island
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Simon Lewis
nursery teacher and head of Early Years at a primary school in south London, Queen Elizabeth II’s former communications secretary
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Dave Jenkins
Vice Principal and Designated Safeguarding Lead, Conservatives for Responsible Stewardship
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Nitin Sharma
Author, orator and motivational speaker, Antler India
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