Best Chad Sowash Podcasts (2024)

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Deel Dominates, Microsoft Dumps & Redbox Dies 49:18

19h ago49:18

49:18

This week, the boys are covering a ton of news. Hackajob impresses, while Axel Springer is considering spinning off its digital classifieds division, which includes StepStone and Aviv Group. Deel keeps winning with its latest acquisition of Hofy, while Lattice's decision to treat AI agents as employees fell flat with Netizens. DEI took a big hit wi…

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Shredded: Deel, Job&Talent, LinkedIn, Stepstone, WorkHero, Doinstruct, Moniti, LegalFly & More 7:14

3h ago7:14

7:14

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Real AI Recruiting Use Cases with Adam Gordon 36:42

3h ago36:42

36:42

Companies are hearing all of the efficiencies they can enjoy by using large language models (LLM) but have no clue where to start. Luckily, Adam Gordon, cofounder at Poetry, can answer some of those questions for TA leaders and recruiters while Chad & Cheese can attest to LLMs integrated into podcasting platforms. If you're new to LLMs, and using s…

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Give People What They Want with Angela Cheng-Cimini 28:05

4h ago28:05

28:05

In this episode, the boys interview Angela Cheng-Cimini, the CHRO at Harvard Business Publishing, about hyper-individualization in the workplace. They discuss the importance of meeting employees where they are and providing a personalized employee experience. They also explore the impact of COVID-19 on workplace flexibility and the shift towards re…

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LinkedIn Ad Performance Face-Off 38:30

1d ago38:30

38:30

In this episode, the boys discuss various topics including LinkedIn ad performance, Google's facial recognition technology, and the rise of AI-powered relationships. They explore the effectiveness of LinkedIn ads compared to other platforms like LinkedIn and X, highlighting the superior targeting, reach, and quality of ads on Meta platforms. Start-…

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AI’s Future in Talent Acquisition from a Rainy Scottish Beach 19:15

3d ago19:15

19:15

In this episode, Chad and Cheese, joined by Matt Alder, brave the typical Scottish weather from the comfort of a van parked on North Berwick Beach. The appalling weather and fog set the scene for a hilariously insightful discussion on the future of talent acquisition. Expect plenty of snark as they navigate topics like AI’s inevitable takeover, the…

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Whiskey and Résumés: A Match Made in Hell 24:49

5d ago24:49

24:49

On this special episode, The Chad & Cheese team up with our pal and fellow podcaster Matt Alder, who, in true Scooby-Doo fashion, rented a camper van for our East Coast tour. First stop? Glenkinchie Distillery in the Scottish Lowlands. Because, of course, in Scotland the best way to start the day is with some whiskey. After the tour we whip out the…

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CareerBuilder Monster Merger 48:14

8d ago48:14

48:14

They boys are talkin' CareerBuilder and Monster merging this week. The deal is expected to close in Q3 and is subject to regulatory approvals. This merger comes as both companies have faced challenges in recent years, with CareerBuilder being sold off in pieces by Apollo and Monster struggling to revive its brand under Randstad's guidance. It remai…

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Shredded: Monster, CareerBuilder, UKG, Phenom, SmartHR, KarmaCheck, HR Path, Collabwork & More 6:35

9d ago6:35

6:35

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Llama Drama: WorkLLama’s AI Revolution 13:31

10d ago13:31

13:31

Yeah, we know. WorkLlama is a dumb name for a company. But Shakespeare said, "A rose by any other name would still smell OK," or something like that (English lit wasn't really our thing), so let's dig into the business with Sugandan Dinakaran, VP of Product at WorkLlama. Turns out, WorkLlama promises to do a lot of the heavy lifting for your recrui…

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The Revolution of Work: FUCK the Patriarchy 41:57

12d ago41:57

41:57

Anessa Fike, author of The Revolution of Work, F!ck the Patriarchy, discusses her book and the need to dismantle the current systems in the workplace. She shares her journey into fractional HR and explains that fractional work allows organizations to have experts on a part-time basis at a fraction of the cost. Anessa talks about her decision to wri…

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Indeed Traffic Woes, TechWolf Howls, & FairNow Impresses 53:32

20d ago53:32

53:32

This week, the boys discuss recent excursions in Asia and Europe, as well as recent industry news. They cover topics such as the decline in job postings, the acquisition of Textkernel by Bullhorn, the rebranding of StepStone, and the funding of TechWolf and FairNow. The conversation also touches on the importance of AI in the recruitment industry a…

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Shredded: TechWolf, FairNow, candidate.fyi, Zoios, Wilya, Human People Solutions & More 6:46

16d ago6:46

6:46

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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StepStone's Rebrand: Fresh Look or Lipstick on a Pig? 36:00

17d ago36:00

36:00

Join Chad and Lieven in this week’s episode as they dive into Europe’s hottest tech news. With Joel savoring Singaporean street food, the duo tackles LinkedIn’s new AI career coaches and the impact of Bullhorn acquiring Text Kernel on the recruitment industry. They explore Revolut’s surprising move into HR tech with Revolut People, discussing poten…

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Firing Squad: Talk’n’Job's Markus Krampe 35:33

21d ago35:33

35:33

Automating the application process is pretty popular these days. From companies like Paradox to Humanly and others, allowing job seekers to submit their information by tapping a screen or talking into a phone is becoming big business. Then along comes Germany-based Talk’n’Job who believe they've built a better mousetrap, and they've even won a comp…

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Bullhorn Strikes Back at Indeed 51:14

24d ago51:14

51:14

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese podcast, Chad and guest Joel Lalgee tackle everything from Euro 2024 and upcoming events to the staffing world being rocked by Indeed. Nvidia is now king of the public companies, and Bullhorn just gobbled up TextKernel. They jabber about AI in recruiting and retail, including McDonald's drive-through robots an…

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UPS Recruitment Revolution with Matt Lavery 36:57

26d ago36:57

36:57

Think the time you've put in at your current employer is impressive? Well, let us introduce you to Matt Lavery, Global Director of Sourcing, Hiring and Onboarding at UPS ... since 1997. That's right, while you were listening to Radiohead's OK Computer, Matt was cutting his teeth in the competitive business of global package delivery. Needless to sa…

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Indeed's Staffing Shakeup 45:11

28d ago45:11

45:11

In this episode, Chad and Lieven dive into the world of tech startups, recruitment platforms, and AI in the workplace, while Joel is busy perfecting his tan in Vietnam. Lieven plays tech guru as he explains the mind-numbingly simple three steps of Carve's AI platform and contemplates shoehorning it into their already cluttered software. Chad and Li…

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Fraud, French AI, and Boring Acquisitions: Joonko, Mistral, and Gem 52:28

1M ago52:28

52:28

In this episode, Chad and guest host Maureen (Mo) Clough dive into the murky waters of AI scandals and industry dynamics, starting with Joonko’s founder facing SEC charges for defrauding investors, highlighting the persistent problem of AI washing. We question ZipRecruiter’s claim of being a “great place to work” amid listener skepticism about thei…

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SmartRecruiters Unplugged with Interim CEO Rebecca Carr 30:08

1M ago30:08

30:08

To say the ATS business is a challenging one these days would be an understatement. Between mergers and acquisitions, slumbering IPO ambitions and figuring out the whole AI Revolution, staying ahead of the game is complex. That's why we invited SmartRecruiters interim CEO and CPO Rebecca Carr to the show. She's an industry veteran with a good story…

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The Unicorn Parade with Jason Corsello 36:58

1M ago36:58

36:58

The world of venture capital is a mystery to most. Who gets funded and why? What's the math around valuations? And why is there so much "betting on the jockey"? So many questions with so few answers. That's why we invited Jason Corsello, founder and general partner at Acadian Ventures, on the podcast. He'll help us better understand the unicorn par…

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Ashby Gets Cash, Seek Pulls Out, and Hockey Hooters 45:47

1M ago45:47

45:47

Get ready for another wild ride with the Chad & Cheese Podcast! Joel Cheesman and Chad Sowash kick things off by gushing over Ronaldo and reminiscing about D-Day, because why not mix soccer and history? Shoutouts abound, from Dennis "Tepperdamis" Tupper's eerie predictions to Sweet Green's robot salad makers. Next up, they dive into Ashby's latest …

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Shredded: Deel, Ashby, Indeed Flex, Dice, Carv, Ph.Creative, ClearanceJobs, HappyDance & More 5:45

1M ago5:45

5:45

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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The Evolution of the Workforce with Janine Yancey 22:30

2M ago22:30

22:30

Recorded LIVE from Transform earlier this year. This episode explores the dynamic changes in the modern workplace including in-depth conversations with Janine Yancey, the CEO and founder of Emtrain. With her rich background as an employment lawyer and her innovative work, Janine provides unique perspectives on transforming HR practices, compliance …

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Gerry Tales from Unleash 43:03

2M ago43:03

43:03

To know industry icon Gerry Crispin is to love Gerry Crispin. And if you missed our Gerry Tales series, do yourself a favor and check it out at https://www.chadcheese.com/gerry-crispin. Then come back for an after-hours interview with Gerry live from Unleash in Las Vegas. It's a walk down Memory Lane, a breath of fresh air for our times, and a sobe…

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Exposed: Indeed Masterplan | Cornerstone'd & SkyHive'd as a Kite 46:56

2M ago46:56

46:56

This week, the boys cover a wide range of topics, including favorite new TV shows, shoutouts, events, and industry news, including a possible meltdown at DailyPay and a day of reckoning for Joonko. They dig into the recent acquisition of Teamable by Humanly and the acquisition of SkyHive Technologies by Cornerstone OnDemand. Plus, the uncover Indee…

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Shredded: Indeed, Cornerstone OnDemand, Humanly, Teamable, DailyPay, 10x.team, Jobtoolz & More 6:42

2M ago6:42

6:42

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Cancel Culture and Respectful Disagreement with Justin Jones-Fosu 41:28

2M ago41:28

41:28

The pendulum goes back-and-forth. In 2021, a survey was published that showed people had never been more afraid to speak their minds (a shocking 9 out of 10 people have felt emotionally or physically unsafe to speak their mind more than once in the past 18 months. Unsurprisingly, the conversation topics that have generated the most fear include pol…

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Indeed's 'Dumb Tax' & Seekout Cuts 39:42

2M ago39:42

39:42

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, the boys discuss their experiences in Scotland, including trying haggis and visiting distilleries. They also give shoutouts to Jobs on Google and Workplace by Facebook. The hosts talk about upcoming events and the differences between Glasgow and Edinburgh. They also share their visit to Glenkinchie di…

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Shredded: Seekout, Meta, Workvivo, LinkedIn, fynk, Code Nation, VEDA & More 6:56

2M ago6:56

6:56

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Talkin' 'Bout a Revolution with Fuel50 Founder & CEO 27:19

2M ago27:19

27:19

On this episode, the boys are chatting with Anne Fulton, founder and CEO of Fuel 50. They dive into the impact of AI on businesses, the revolution in talent management, and the evolution of education in a skills-based economy. Anne emphasizes the importance of employee voice, data-driven change, and branding in today's workforce. Discover the origi…

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What's Next for Tech Talent with Mark Chaffey 37:04

2M ago37:04

37:04

According to Layoffs.fyi, over 200,000 tech industry employees lost their jobs in 2023, and almost 50,000 have already been laid off this year. So what's going on? Well, it's complicated, but - spoiler alert - the world isn't ending for tech pros looking for great opportunities. To help us make sense of it all, we invited Mark Chaffey, CEO at Hacka…

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Indeed Layoffs, ZipRecruiter Cat Turds & Eightfold Smoke and Mirrors 55:16

2M ago55:16

55:16

This week, the boys discuss various topics including Indeed's layoffs, the ban on lab-grown meat in Alabama, Jerry Seinfeld's commencement speech, and the financial struggles of ZipRecruiter. They also dig into the introduction of Eightfold Talent Tracking, and the partnership between Stack Overflow and Indeed. They express their disappointment wit…

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Shredded: Indeed, ZipRecruiter, Upwork, Fiverr, Anthropos, Sona, Worky, Sesame, AimHi Earth & More 9:06

2M ago9:06

9:06

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Firing Squad: HR Geckos' Jay Polaki 35:24

2M ago35:24

35:24

Jay Polaki, CEO and founder of HR Geckos, joins the Chad and Cheese Podcast for a session of Firing Squad. HR Geckos is an HR operations co-pilot that automates key HR processes, connects all HR systems, and provides an AI-powered help desk for HR. Jay shares her personal journey in HR and the inspiration behind starting HR Geckos. The company aims…

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The HR Circus: Juggling Budgets, Boomers, and Blunders 24:15

2M ago24:15

24:15

Strap in for another episode of HR's most irreverent show where we dive headfirst into the HR abyss. The Chad & Cheese sit down with John Baldino, a man who’s been around the HR block longer than our interns have been alive, and dissect everything that's hilariously wrong (and sometimes right) in the world of human resources. Fear Factor: HR Editio…

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UpWork is Blowin' Up, Unleash's 'Magic' Trick 38:48

2M ago38:48

38:48

Live from Unleash in Vegas, the boys are covering the conference and all the wild 'n' wonderful things they've done with sponsors Outhire.ai, Jobpixel and Plum (while looking good in some Montreal Canadiens jerseys from HiringBranch), while also covering some of the hottest news from the week. What's that, you ask? How about Upwork crushing their q…

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Shredded: VONQ, UpWork, iCIMS, Kelly Services, Job&Talent, SonicJobs, OfferUp & More 6:49

2M ago6:49

6:49

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Revving to a HireRoad with Kristen Boyle 24:29

2M ago24:29

24:29

In this episode of HR's Most Dangerous Podcast, co-hosts Chad and Joel are joined by Kristen Boyle, the vibrant VP of Marketing at HireRoad. Recorded live on day two of the Transform conference in Las Vegas, the episode dives deep into Kristen's recent career move, HireRoad's strategic direction, and her insights on the evolving HR technology lands…

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Booze, Gummies, and AI: A No-BS Look at HR Tech & Podcasting 18:17

3M ago18:17

18:17

In this riotous episode, Chad and Joel are joined by Adam Posner, in what can only be described as a collaboration no one asked for but everyone will painfully endure. From discussing the endurance required to survive HR tech conferences without succumbing to the temptations of free booze and dubious gummies, to diving headfirst into the murky wate…

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LinkedIn Plays Games & Hired.com Takes Dirt Nap 39:59

3M ago39:59

39:59

This week, the boys discuss various topics including their upcoming trips, shoutouts to listeners, the NFL draft, AI girlfriends, and the shutdown of Hired.com. They also touch on LinkedIn's revenue growth despite a weaker hiring environment. LinkedIn has launched three in-app games to engage users and potentially monetize through a subscriptions m…

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Shredded: LinkedIn, DailyPay, Greenhouse, Tesla, Job&Talent, Advantage.ai, Grayscale & More 6:50

3M ago6:50

6:50

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Happy Rebels in Recruitment with Rika Coppens 28:41

3M ago28:41

28:41

Welcome to the “HAPPY REBELS,” episode a no-holds-barred journey through the chaotic, snark-filled corridors of human resources with the fearless Rika Coppens at the helm. As CEO of House of HR, Rika tears down conventional walls, sometimes literally, all while her company pulls in cool billions. Want to learn how to balance being a Happy Rebel and…

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Transforming Talent Acquisition into a Revenue Engine with Data 29:49

3M ago29:49

29:49

In this episode, Desiree Goldey, director, talent operations & culture at ZRG Partners, dives into the transformation of talent acquisition (TA) from a cost center to a revenue driver. She underscores the pivotal role of data in showcasing TA's contribution to revenue growth through metrics like cost per hire and quality of hire. Goldey emphasizes …

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Workday A.I. vs EEOC 55:43

3M ago55:43

55:43

This week, Chad & Cheese discuss various topics including the EEOC targeting Workday, non-competes taking a hit, and the acquisition of Pivot CX by Daxtra. They also talk about their upcoming events in Scotland and Vegas, jumping off the Stratosphere, as well as the ban on TikTok. The conversation covers a range of themes including technology, acqu…

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Shredded: Workday, Rippling, Greenhouse, Langdock, Keep Company, ShiftMed & More 7:02

3M ago7:02

7:02

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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Diversity or Diversion? The Blair Fambro Confessions 21:18

3M ago21:18

21:18

Brace yourselves for the roller coaster ride of snark that is the "Chad and Cheese Podcast." It's your audacious dive into the world of HR, where co-hosts Chad Sowash and Joel Cheesman take no prisoners and spare no feelings. Each episode is a concoction of brash opinions, industry insights, and a healthy dose of mockery, aimed at anyone within ear…

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Here's Why Executive Search is Whack! 31:26

3M ago31:26

31:26

In this podcast episode, the boys chat with Kyle Samuels, founder & CEO at Creative Talent Endeavors. The conversation revolves around the intricacies of executive search, focusing on retained executive search and its traditional practices. The discussion highlights the challenges and dynamics of the industry, including high fees, limited diversity…

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Time for ZipRecruiter's CEO to Go? 40:04

3M ago40:04

40:04

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese podcast, the boys discuss various topics including the Paradox' Analyst Day, the exit of Vonq from the US market, and the success of CV Wallet. They also touch on the news of Rippling's potential $13 billion valuation, the rebranding of Broadbean and Pandologic to Veritone Hire, and the acquisition of Cannabis…

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Shredded: ZipRecruiter, LinkedIn, Factorial, Draftboard, CV Wallet, Vangst, Veremark & More 7:29

3M ago7:29

7:29

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who’s raised funds, who’s been acquired and who’s on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.By Evergreen Podcasts

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