The Human Cloud Podcast

Iman is the epitome of a Changemaker using technology to transform work. When the crisis in Ukraine broke out, Iman immediately developed Remote Ukraine, a talent marketplace to provide Ukrainian refugees remote jobs. The impact is amazing. Over 30 countries, including large brands and governments posting jobs for Ukrainians and helping with relocation. And what's craziest to us...he built, shipped, and launched this in under an hour. Learn how he did this, what the technology he used was, and how he see's the future of work looking in this riveting episode. Links: https://remoteukraine.org/ https://talentpools.io/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/imanfadaei/

The Matts continue to go deep into Ukraine, economics, inflation, jobs, and the great reshuffling in this update-filled episode. Plus, Old Matt learns who "PG" is.

Some say DAOs will replace companies. Others say DAOs are just another pyramid scheme. But like everything, the truth lies somewhere in between, and there's nobody better to talk to than Jacki Roach, Co-Founder of The Re-Org Ladies Agency (ROLA). ROLA exists to mobilize women’s initiatives in the emerging digital asset class. They help leaders craft web3 experiences, design token roadmaps, and implement new layers of trust and transparency with blockchain business solutions. In this episode we'll discuss: > Jacki's foreshadowing start with journalism's transition from paper to digital > Why should we care about DAOs and web 3? > How DAOs are part of creating the new internet > Can DAOs replace unions? > Use cases for DAOs like city coins

The Matts go deep into politics in this heated episode. Just how much can the government really do to fight our economic problems (Hint: not much). Lots of talk on both sides of the aisle, but the action remains to be seen. Inflation roars despite promises to fight. And $30B for a new Covid strategy. Ouch. And of course, the obligatory tear-down of the Biden-Musk spat.

The Matts sound off on the escalating crises of Ukraine, inflation, and the labor shortage. But hope remains with freelance accessibility and timeless leadership advice. Also, Young Matt shows he is, indeed, mortal, despite reports to the contrary.

How can it be that as we face a talent shortage yet decline in real wages by 1.7%? Simple supply and demand would say one should give, yet we're in a ditch of inflation, a labor shortage, and a great resignation. So what should we do? Let's talk with General Assembly's Cari Perez, whose leading government and workforce partnerships. > How the speed of technology ripped apart traditional on ramps into the middle class > How leaders can provide support for talent beyond their salary > Current government strategy for workforce development

We're pumped to have Matt Coatney back in the co-host seat talking financial wellbeing, return to the office, and if the American dream is nothing but a false promise. Also Matt's skis...are they old enough to be sold as an antique?

Is it really a raise if inflation is higher? What's the difference between a freelancer and temp worker? How does the shifting needs of Gen-Z relate to the rise in freelancing? Enjoy this episode with Emily Leach, 30 year veteran freelancer and founder of our favorite conference FreeCon.

Angela Howard is a former c-level people officer and consultant in the space of workforce transformation, culture, and the future of work. She also hosts her own podcast, Humanly Possible - Future of Work Conversations. We learned a lot from Angela and know you will too. We talked about how HR can be a better business ally, how companies will become elastic talent marketplaces, and how a broader definition of diversity and equity that focuses on incorporating diverse experiences can lead to a more successful and sustainable life for all.

28% Of Americans Think Economy Is Good, Inflation Roaring, Home Depot Turns To Speed Hiring Mixed signals from the economy this week have the Matts asking whether the government and Wall Street are out of touch, but practical solutions are out there for you leaders. Also, Young Matt announces an exciting event coming to sunny Miami in April.