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The L&D Hot Seat

Hosted by Russell Sweep · EN · 46 episodes

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Episodes
46
Last ep.
1y ago
Avg length
39m
Booking Probability™
28
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Listen Score
23
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Virality (30d)
10
Steady cadence.

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About this podcast

Welcome to The L&D Hot Seat! A podcast that focuses on challenging scenarios in the field of learning and development. Every 2 weeks we interview a professional in the field of L&D and present them with 3 challenging scenarios to see how they would solve those problems. Let's see how they handle The Hot Seat! Visit the Show Notes at: https://www.russellsweep.com/hotseat

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About the host

Russell Sweep hosts The L&D Hot Seat, a education show with 46 episodes published.

Recent episodes

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Richard Totten - Where Performance Meets Facilitation

Dec 1, 202434mEp. 15S2

In this episode, Richard and I chat about: - What translates from performing music to leading corporate presentations? - How can we help an audience apply what they learn? - When should you pivot on stage to meet your au

Jill Wade - Always Understand Your Licensing Agreements!

Nov 3, 202435mEp. 14S2

In this episode, Jill and I talk about: - How do you find visual media assets for your project? - What are the pros and cons of free vs. paid resources? - What files should you keep to protect yourself and your employer?

Christy Tucker - How to Advocate for Scenario-Based Learning

Sep 22, 202450mEp. 13S2

In this episode, Christy and I chat about: - When should you change the details in your scenarios? - How to avoid scope creep with your scenarios? - How to advocate for scenario-based learning with stakeholders? Check ou

Nicole Papaioannou Lugara - How to Stress-Test Your Team

Sep 1, 202432mEp. 12S2

In this episode, Nicole and I chat about: - The signs that your team is struggling during crunch time - The parts of a project that can be outsourced to meet a deadline - How you can run your own stress-test with your te

Wheatley Moylan - What to do when your learners confide in you?

Aug 18, 202431mEp. 11S2

In this episode, Wheatley and I discuss: -What do you do with the information you learn while training? - How do you set boundaries for yourself when wanting to help learners? - Should you have a set of emotional baselin

Heather Burright - The Unique Challenges for Non-Profit L&D

Jun 30, 202430mEp. 10S2

In this episode, Heather and I chat about: - How do you navigate developing training while meeting the requirements for Non-profit grants? - What role does project management play in federated organizations? - How import

Joseph Diaz - Bring your previous experience to new endeavors

May 19, 202437mEp. 9S2

In this episode Joseph and I chat about: - Having to adopt new tools when pivoting to a new position - How to stomp down imposter syndrome when facilitating on a topic you're not as familiar with? - How to get more invol

Jolene Jang - Being an Asian American Advocate at Work

May 5, 202450mEp. 8S2

In this episode, Jolene and I discuss: - How do you introduce people to the conversation about race who are uncomfortable and have little experience? - How important is it to advocate for diversification at conferences?

Jonathan Hill - How to balance your passions with your projects

Mar 31, 202435mEp. 7S2

In this episode, Jon and I chat about: - How to keep pop cultural references relevant towards learning - The importance of a community of practice - When and where to mix your passions with your work Follow the show note

Justin Blanchard - Using Artificial Intelligence in L&D

Mar 17, 202442mEp. 6S2

In this episode, Justin and I talk about: -Communicating the realities of AI to your stakeholders -How to use AI for soft skill development -How to train AI to communicate with failure in mind Follow the show notes at: h

Kerry O'Brien - The importance of curiosity for building connections

Mar 3, 202443mEp. 5S2

In this episode, Kerry and I chat about: - How do you disagree with someone but keep the conversation productive? - How can we demonstrate that we value the differences in our teams? - What is effective feedback withing

Heidi Kirby - Top Tips on Supporting Your Network Through LinkedIn

Feb 18, 202451mEp. 4S2

In this episode, Heidi and I outline our top tips for how you can support your network of L&D Professionals on LinkedIn. Every tip has intentionality behind it, so you can implement these tips immediately and foster the

Dr. Robin Sargent - Lessons from Running a Vocational School

Feb 4, 202443mEp. 3S2

In this episode, Robin and I discuss: - The importance of deliberate practice - How we can automate tasks in L&D -What her top tips from running a vocational school, are Follow the show notes at: https://www.russellsweep

Matthew Daniel - Workforce Barriers to Career Pathways and Cultures of Learning

Jan 21, 202456mEp. 2S2

In this episode, Matthew and I discuss: - What skills a beneficial for a learner's next step in development? - How important is telling a story that reflects your knowledge or skill? - What are learner barriers for caree

Tom McDowall - Should you use Youtube to teach others L&D?

Jan 7, 202438mEp. 1S2

In this episode, Tom and I turn up the heat and answer 5 burning questions: -Why use YouTube to teach others about L&D? -How do you ensure your content is engaging and valuable to your audience? -Are there any common mis

Rebecca Cuevas - Course Design Formula

Oct 29, 202333mEp. 28S1

In this episode, I chat with Rebecca on: - How to avoid scoop creep when designing a course? - How to safeguard a learner's cognitive load? - How to convert in-person training to effective eLearning? Follow the show note

Mark Britz - Submitting a Speaker Proposal to a Conference

Oct 15, 202325mEp. 27S1

In this episode, Mark and I chat about: - What speaking at a conference can do for you and your career? - How do you format your submission to have the best possible chance of being accepted? - How important is your Bio

Yvonne Urra-Bazain - Developing Accessible Content with People In Mind

Oct 1, 202337mEp. 26S1

In this episode, Yvonne and I chat about: - How to apply universal design to your work? - How to advocate for accessible standards when a team is rushing on a project? - How does accessibility communicate diversity, incl

Darren Nerland - The future of skills in the workforce

Sep 17, 202340mEp. 25S1

In this episode, Darren and I chat about: - How important is it to adopt skill training in an organization? - What does the future of skills look like for companies? - What inspiration led to the development of his Seatt

Amy Petricek - Navigating career disruption and self-care during a layoff

Sep 3, 202333mEp. 24S1

In this episode, Amy and I talk about: - How do you advocate for your learners when your company is experiencing changes? - How can you show the impact of your L&D team on internal/external audiences? - How to care for y

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Age
25-54
Consumer type
Lifelong learners

Topics covered

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Who is the host of The L&D Hot Seat?

The L&D Hot Seat is hosted by Russell Sweep. The show is categorised under education and has published 46 episodes.

How many episodes does The L&D Hot Seat have?

The L&D Hot Seat has published 46 episodes.

What topics does The L&D Hot Seat cover?

The L&D Hot Seat regularly covers education. It sits in the education category.

Is it hard to get booked on The L&D Hot Seat?

The L&D Hot Seat is accessible for guests with genuine education expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.

Is The L&D Hot Seat currently accepting guest pitches?

The L&D Hot Seat hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.

How long are The L&D Hot Seat episodes?

Episodes of The L&D Hot Seat average 39 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

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