UK Goes Degree-less, Ukraine Claps Back, and Lazy Belgians

In this snark-filled episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, Joel, Chad, and Lieven serve up their usual blend of sharp wit and sharp analysis, dissecting everything from Ukraine's military maneuvers to the UK’s job market makeover. No European stereotype is safe, and no topic is too serious (or ridiculous) for the boys to tackle.

• Ukrainian Military Offensive
• UK's Move Towards Degree-less Hiring
• StepStone's New Ad Campaign:
• Buy or Sell with:
• Impact Pool, AlgoJob, and ViaCurrent.
• The "Lazy" Belgian Lie

This snark-filled synopsis captures the irreverent tone of the podcast while summarizing the key points with a healthy dose of sarcasm.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Overview

01:30 - The Conflict in Ukraine and the Offensive Against Russia

11:35 - The Changing Job Market in the UK: Rise of Degree-Less Jobs

12:22 -The Importance of Certifications in the Tech Industry

15:23 - The Impact of Brexit on Immigration and Hiring

20:05 -Skills-Based Hiring and the Shift in Recruitment

23:50 -The Value of Blue-Collar Jobs and Skilled Workers

25:17 -Buy or Sell: Impact Pool

26:45 -Investing in Niche Businesses

33:39 -AlgoJob: AI-Driven Interview Tool

38:24 -Viacurrent: Early Wage Access App

47:11 -Working Hours in Europe

Keywords

Ukraine, job market, degree-less jobs, certifications, Brexit, immigration, skills-based hiring, inclusivity, diversity, HR, recruiting, buy or sell, companies, working hours, Europeans, jokes