
Transform Work
The Transform Work podcast, hosted by John Winsor and presented by Open Assembly, is your front-row seat to the revolution reshaping how work gets done. Each episode features candid conversations with leading thinkers, bold organizational leaders, innovative platforms, and forward-thinking academics—all united by a shared mission: to advance the practical application of open talent strategies.Guided by John’s vision and experience at the forefront of the open work movement, this podcast offers more than just ideas—it’s a collaborative space for fresh insights, real-world stories, and powerful connections that are redefining the future of work.
Latest episodes

Jul 1, 2025 • 56min
Transform Work with Rem Koning , Associate Professor at Harvard Business School
In this episode of the Transform Work podcast, host John Winsor sits down with Rem Koning, associate professor at Harvard Business School and co-director of the Tech for All Lab at the Digital, Data, and Design Institute. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping entrepreneurship, reducing bias, expanding opportunity, and changing how founders and markets learn. If you're curious about the intersection of AI, innovation, and inclusive economic growth, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Rem KoningHarvard Business School Digital, Data, and Design Institut at Harvard

Jun 27, 2025 • 5min
Transform Work Audio Article with John Winsor: The Quiet Revolution Reshaping Work
Now available as a mini podcast episode, listen to John Winsor's article “The Quiet Revolution Reshaping Work” published on Forbes.com on June 11, 2025. You can read this and more articles by John Winsor here.Show Notes:Research: Reinventing Talent Acquisition: How Open Talent Is Transforming the WorkforceTorcRandstad DigitalStaffing Industry Analysts

Jun 24, 2025 • 47min
Transform Work with Graig Paglieri, Chief Executive of Randstad Digital and Mike Morris, Co-founder and CEO of Torc
In this episode, John Winsor sits down with two key leaders shaping the future of talent and technology.Graig Paglieri, Chief Executive of Randstad Digital, leads the global technology arm of Randstad, overseeing markets across Europe, Asia Pacific, India, LATAM, and North America. Under his leadership, Randstad Digital is becoming an essential partner in digital transformation for talent.Joining him is Mike Morris, Co-founder and CEO of Torc. Following Torc’s acquisition by Randstad Digital in May 2024, Mike now leads both Torc and Randstad Digital Recruiting. Together, they’re redefining how AI-powered platforms connect skilled tech professionals with meaningful career opportunities at speed and scale.Tune in for a forward-looking conversation on innovation, global hiring, and the evolving role of AI in talent strategy.

Jun 11, 2025 • 5min
Transform Work Audio Article with John Winsor: Brilliance Is Everywhere, But We’re Still Wasting It
Now available as a mini podcast episode, listen to John Winsor's article “Brilliance Is Everywhere, But We’re Still Wasting It” published on Forbes.com on June 4, 2025. You can read this and more articles by John Winsor here.Show Notes:Andela

Jun 3, 2025 • 4min
Transform Work Audio Article with John Winsor: Why Every Staffing Company Needs an Operating System
Now available as a mini podcast episode, listen to John Winsor's article “Why Every Staffing Company Needs an Operating System” published on Forbes.com on May 28, 2025. Discover how the right operating system can transform how staffing firms scale, compete, and innovate in today’s platform-driven economy. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts.Show Notes:GraphiteOSBullhornWolf.xyzOpen AssemblyTalent Innovator 25

Apr 22, 2025 • 51min
Transform Work with Diane Gherson, Former Chief People Officer at IBM and Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management Practice at London Business School
On this episode of the Transform Work podcast by Open Assembly, host John Winsor sits down with two influential voices shaping the future of work: Diane Gherson and Lynda Gratton.Diane, former Chief People Officer at IBM and current Senior Advisor at BCG, brings deep expertise from the boardrooms of Kraft Heinz and top venture firms. Lynda, a renowned London Business School professor and best-selling author, has helped organizations worldwide navigate the evolving workplace through her work at HSM Advisory and the Future of Work Consortium.This conversation explores how leaders can embrace change, rethink workforce strategy, and build organizations ready for the future.

Mar 6, 2025 • 38min
Transform Work with Miles Everson, Business Builder and Author, Free Birds Revolution: The Future of Work & the Independent Mind
In this episode of the Transform Work Podcast, we welcome Miles Everson, CEO of MBO Partners, and business builder and author of Free Birds Revolution: The Future of Work & the Independent Mind.Miles’ book is a must-read for anyone navigating today’s rapidly evolving workforce. It explores the rise of independent professionals and provides leaders with essential strategies to become the ‘client of choice’ for top talent. Whether you're a solopreneur or a corporate executive, his insights offer a fresh perspective on the future of work.Since 2019, Miles has been at the helm of MBO Partners, the industry leader in empowering the independent economy and enhancing the well-being of professionals and businesses. In this episode, we dive into the profound shift toward independent work, what it means for companies, and how leaders can adapt to thrive in this new landscape.

Nov 15, 2024 • 42min
Transform Work with Jeff Nugent, Co-Founder of Independently
This episode of the Transform Work podcast features Jeff Nugent, the Co-Founder and CEO of Independently, as well as the Co-founder of the Contingent Workforce Institute. Independently is a compliance-as-a-service platform that leverages AI to deliver rigorous, unbiased evaluations and guaranteed compliance for independent contractors worldwide.It empowers businesses and staffing agencies to engage on-demand talent confidently and in line with complex regulatory standards.Jeff is a distinguished leader in the contingent workforce industry and continues to drive innovation in independent contractor compliance solutions for the open talent economy and staffing industries worldwide.Jeff NugentIndependently.aiContingent Workforce Institute

Aug 29, 2024 • 49min
Transform Work with Raphael Ouzan, Founder & CEO of A.Team
This episode of the Open Assembly Transform Work podcast welcomes Raphael Ouzan, the Founder & CEO of A.Team.A.Team is a platform that connects companies with highly skilled freelance product builders, engineers, and designers to create elite, on-demand teams for mission-critical projects.Raphael Ouzan A.Team

Aug 16, 2024 • 33min
Transform Work with Shib Mathew, Founder YunoJuno and Freedom Unscripted
This episode of the Transform Work podcast welcomes Shib Mathew. Shib is the founder of YunoJuno, a platform that revolutionizes the way businesses source and manage their highly-skilled freelancers. After successfully exiting YunoJuno in 2023, after reaching $2bn in freelancer bookings, Shib now dedicates his expertise to advising companies on crafting effective freelance strategies and leveraging contingent labor for competitive advantage. Recently, he launched Freedom Unscripted Films, a short film series celebrating the freelancer economy and his belief that freelancing is the future of work. To watch more of Shib Mathew's short film series on freelance life, subscribe to 'Freedom Unscripted' on YouTube.Shib MathewFreedom Unscripted FilmsFreedom Unscripted on YouTubeYunoJuno