Modernizing HR Without Losing Trust with John Kennedy
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, Bill Badham talks with John Kennedy, HR organisational development leader at Irish Rail, about modernising legacy HR systems, navigating change in unionised environments, and building trust with stakeholders. Kennedy shares lessons from implementing Oracle Cloud HCM, emphasizing the need to dismantle entrenched processes, communicate transparently, and involve people early to gain buy‑in. He also discusses the evolving role of HR—being on the shop floor, understanding the business, and delivering tangible value—and highlights the significance of Irish Rail becoming a CIPD People Development Partner. Throughout, Kennedy’s humble, people‑first leadership style shines through, offering practical guidance for HR leaders looking ahead to 2026.
Adaptability Is the New Currency of Work with Dallas Counts
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, Bill Banham talks with Dallas Counts, COO of VendorMint, about the escalating pressures on retail suppliers—from tariffs, chargebacks, and e‑commerce complexities—to manage their P&L, and how those financial strains cascade into HR...
Modern Leaders Build Trust By Managing Themselves with Russell Robinson
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, leadership strategist Russell Robinson argues that modern leaders must first master self‑leadership—understanding their values, mental health, and personal "currency"—to effectively guide others. He highlights how Gen Z and Millennials expect emotionally intelligent,...
Gen Z and Mental Health with Dr. Mary Collins
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, host Bill Banham talks with Dr. Mary Collins, a chartered psychologist and senior leadership coach, about the unique challenges and strengths of Gen Z in the workplace. They discuss how AI is...
Workplace Bullying Risk with Mary Cullen
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, host Bill Bannam talks with Mary Cullen, founder of Insight HR, about the newly released Irish Workplace Bullying Report 2026. The discussion reveals that 85% of HR leaders have handled at least...
Why Your Job Title Is Not Your Identity with Jennifer Outlaw
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, leadership strategist and licensed clinical social worker Jennifer Outlaw discusses why a job title should not define one's identity. She shares how her motivations have shifted from seeking formal leadership to becoming...
What If Wellbeing Is A Work Design Problem with Jo Yarker
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, Professor Jo Yarker, an occupational psychologist, explains that many organizations treat wellbeing as a tick‑box exercise rather than a work‑design issue, leading to superficial interventions that aren’t measured for impact. She introduces...
From HRIS Sprawl To A Clear Tech Roadmap with Matthew Hamilton
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, Bill Bannam talks with Matthew Hamilton, VP of People Analytics and HRIS at Protective Life, about developing a clear HR technology roadmap. Hamilton explains how his team moved from a fragmented HRIS...
Redirection After 50 with Dr. Suzanne Cook
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, Dr. Suzanne Cook explains her concept of “redirection,” a career stage in later life where individuals shift into new paid or volunteer roles that align with their passions and skills. Drawing on her...
A 90-Day Blueprint For Building High-Performing Offshore Teams with Ingo Piroth
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, Bill Barnum talks with Ingo Pirroff, CRO of MAPTA, about building high‑performing offshore teams using a 90‑day blueprint. Ingo emphasizes the importance of clear roles, a minimum viable workflow, and embedded leadership...
Everyone’s a Cyborg Now: Talking Culture with Bryan Adams
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, host Bill Bannam talks with Bryan Adams, CEO of Happy Dance, about the evolving role of employer branding and AI in talent acquisition. Adams explains how Happy Dance is innovating career sites...
Design the Future of Work Before It Designs You with Tom McCarty
In this episode of the HR Chat Show, host Bill Bannam talks with Tom McCarty, CEO of OrgChart, about the urgent need for organizations to build a solid, centralized people data foundation before attempting AI‑driven workforce redesign. McCarty highlights current...
Neuroscience Tips To Thrive In Later-Career Work with Dr. David Rock
In this episode, Dr. David Rock explains that the brain remains highly plastic well into the 80s and 90s, so learning capacity does not diminish with age, though motivation often does. He highlights the mutual benefits of engaging later‑career employees...
HR in Constant Change with Perry Timms
In this episode of HRchat, host Bill Banham and HR thought‑leader Perry Timms discuss a new HR operating model built on product thinking, systems design, and behavioural science, urging HR leaders to design for constant change. They illustrate how treating...