AI+HI Project
SHRM
SHRM’s The AI+HI Project is the podcast that gives senior leaders and executives the deep insights, actionable strategies, and practical advice they need to harness the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) combined with human intelligence (HI). Each week, visionaries from the worlds of business, tech, and HR join alternating hosts Alex Alonso, SHRM’s chief data and insights officer, and Nichol Bradford, SHRM’s executive-in-residence for AI+HI, for engaging discussions to keep you innovating toward a brighter future.
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Dec 5, 2024 • 33min
‘Reculturing’ for AI Success
Melissa Daimler, chief learning officer at Udemy, joins host Nichol Bradford to discuss the importance of systems thinking, building learning functions, and adapting company culture to embrace AI. Discover how “reculturing” can aid in effectively implementing AI, with a focus on personalized learning and cross-functional collaboration.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Nov 26, 2024 • 32min
Empowering HR and Women to Drive AI Innovation
Host Nichol Bradford chats with Tina Jones, senior vice president of global HR at Cadence Design Systems, on championing diversity in AI. Explore the transformative Fem.AI initiative—emphasizing the importance of highlighting underrepresented voices in the AI workforce—and understand HR’s pivotal role in fostering equity and building inclusive, AI compatible cultures.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Nov 21, 2024 • 37min
Ethical AI for Human-Centered Work
Nichol Bradford sits down with Paula Goldman, chief ethical and humane use officer at Salesforce, to discuss creating AI that upholds human values. Explore how ethical frameworks in AI can enhance workplace interactions, foster trust, and shape a responsible future for tech.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Nov 8, 2024 • 34min
Reshaping Corporate Learning and Talent Development
In this episode, host Nichol Bradford and Karie Willyerd, chief customer strategy officer at GP Strategies, explore the core elements of an AI-enabled corporate learning strategy that keeps humans at the center. Willyerd shares her perspective on how AI will shape traditional competency frameworks and career pathing, impact L&D cohort management and learner support, and change the balance between standardized learning and personalized development.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Nov 1, 2024 • 33min
Emotional Intelligence and Empathetic AI
Nichol Bradford interviews Sean White, CEO of Inflection AI—one of only eight LLM class AIs globally—on creating AI that enhances human capabilities. Learn how to implement empathetic AI solutions that revolutionize workplace collaboration while maintaining authenticity and ethical considerations in an evolving technological landscape.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Oct 28, 2024 • 34min
AI and the Future of Workplace Training
Scott Horn, CEO of ACI Learning, speaks with host Alex Alonso about how AI is helping organizations reshape upskilling, grow talent, and close skill gaps.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Oct 18, 2024 • 31min
The Rise of AI-Powered Talent Acquisition
Host Alex Alonso interviews Adam Jackson, founder and CEO of Braintrust, a company that recently launched an AI-based recruiting platform. Discover how talent acquisition networks powered by AI are poised to revolutionize hiring with the promise of more efficiently and effectively connecting employers with the right candidates for the job.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Oct 9, 2024 • 37min
How Change Management Must Change with Enterprise AI
Host Nichol Bradford sits down with Andy Biladeau, SHRM’s chief transformation officer, to explore how AI is reshaping change management. Discover how organizations must rethink leadership, drive AI-powered transformation, and redefine productivity. Learn why HR’s role in AI initiatives is critical to help organizations shift from efficiency to growth and innovation.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Oct 7, 2024 • 36min
The Intersection of AI and Workplace Culture
Host Nichol Bradford sits down with Hamet Watt, CEO of Share Ventures and Co-Founder of Instill, to discuss how AI-driven culture measurement can redefine leadership, enhance human-centered workplaces, and shape the future of work. Learn why organizations must embrace new metrics and prepare for cultural shifts in an AI-augmented workplace.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Sep 27, 2024 • 28min
AI and the Future of Work: Redefining Leadership and Productivity
Kelly Monahan, managing director of the Research Institute at Upwork, discusses the transformative impact of AI on workplace dynamics with host Nichol Bradford. Explore the disconnect between executive expectations and employee readiness, the crucial role of human-centered leadership, and the need to redefine productivity metrics. Learn why organizations must prioritize learning, adaptability, and ethical considerations to successfully integrate AI in this rapidly evolving landscape.Rate/review AI+HI on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
