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For DirectEmployers, it’s all about valuable connections and meaningful conversations. The DE Talk Podcast features an honest and open dialogue between powerhouse industry experts. Tune in to hear a variety of conversations on HR topics ranging from OFCCP compliance advice to emerging recruitment marketing trends, equal employment opportunity initiatives, and insightful solutions that help infuse new life into your HR strategies.
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S7E8 Reworking Recruitment: AI, a Frozen Job Market & the Human Edge
The headlines say unemployment is low. The front lines tell a different story. In this episode of DE Talk, Jeff Gill sits down with Brian Fink, managing partner of The ReWork Group and author of Talk…
S7 Cutting Through the Noise with AI-Powered Recruitment
In this episode of the DE Talk podcast, host Shannon Offord, VP of Partnerships at DirectEmployers, sits down with seasoned executive and strategist Brad Boggs, founder of JobFlow. With over 20 years…
S7E7 Merit, Myths, and Measurement: Navigating the New ROI of Workplace Diversity
What happens to workplace diversity when the regulatory landscape shifts overnight? In this episode, compliance consultant Alicia Wallace and former Fortune 500 Chief Diversity Officer David Casey…
S7 Real or Robot? Navigating Candidate Fraud in the Age of AI
Is the candidate on your screen a real person or a deepfake? It's a question more recruiters are having to ask. In this episode of DE Talk, Shannon Offord sits down with Dwaine Maltais, Chief…
S7E6 2026 Expert Compliance Insights: New Rules, Changed Government Enforcement & How Employers Can Respond
Federal contractor compliance underwent seismic changes in 2025: Executive Order 11246 was revoked, EEOC and the U.S. Department of Justice launched intensive investigations into DEI programs and EEO…
S7 Posting with Purpose: Tapping into the Hidden Job Market with Summer Delaney
What do Katie Couric and modern recruitment have in common? According to Summer Delaney, Founder and CEO of CollabWORK, the answer is the power of authentic networks. In this episode of DE Talk,…
S7E5 TA in Transition: A Year in Retrospect
As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the massive shifts in Talent Acquisition. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of Talent Acquisition with…
S7E4 Translating Military Skills to Corporate Needs
Despite having a true understanding of their value in the workplace, employers often lack the visibility and engagement needed to successfully reach veteran job seekers. In this episode of the DE…
S7E3 Strategies for Disability-Driven Innovation & Growth
How can disability inclusion fuel talent acquisition, employee retention, and long-term organizational growth? In this episode, disability strategist Bob Ludke shares actionable insights for HR…
S7 Your Role in a Disability Inclusive Culture, No Matter Your Title
Develop skills in furthering disability inclusion in the workplace–irrespective of your title or position on an organizational chart. To be an employer of choice for people with disabilities, you…
S7E2 Labor Law Poster Compliance: What Every Employer Must Know
Are your labor law posters in compliance with today’s evolving hybrid and remote workplace requirements? Tune in to the DE Talk podcast as experts Ed Buenaventura and Al Contrera from the Labor Law…
S7E1 Back to School, Forward to Work: AI & Early Talent Hiring Trends with NACE
August marks back-to-school season—and a critical time for recruiters, career services professionals, and emerging talent to prepare for what’s ahead. In this episode of DE Talk, we welcome Shawn…
S6E8 Connecting the Dots: Strengthening Workforce & Employer Partnerships through NASWA & the NLx
Since 2007, DirectEmployers has held an exclusive partnership with the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) to not only bridge the gap between state workforce agencies and…
S6 Aligning Compliance & Recruitment Efforts
Successful teams work hand-in-hand, understanding and supporting their mutual business goals. For human resources, that success starts when the disconnect between OFCCP compliance and recruitment is…
S6 Advancing EEO Through Accessibility & Belonging: A Look at Disability Employment
Creating true equality in the workplace requires accessibility and belonging. Presented initially at DirectEmployers 2024 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAMcon24), experts from Iowa State…
S6E6 Merit is Not the Opposite of Diversity: Removing Barriers to Employment
While employers unpack new regulatory direction regarding DEI efforts, many are left wondering how to lawfully maintain their recruitment activities and stay true to their organizational values. Tune…
S6E5 Striking the Right Chord in Recruitment: How Employers Can Build Talent Pipelines and Engage Top Candidates
In the dynamic realm of talent acquisition, connecting with job seekers mirrors the artistry of music, requiring a nuanced and personalized approach. Join Recruit Rooster’s Elliott Obermaier, Tyler…
S6E4 Board Takeover | The OFCCP Compliance Journey in 2024 & What’s Ahead in 2025
Join us for a special "Board Takeover" episode of the DE Talk podcast as members of the DirectEmployers Board of Directors discuss the evolving compliance landscape for federal contractors. This…
S6 Using Programmatic Job Advertising to Elevate Candidate Quality and Optimize Costs
In today's competitive hiring landscape, simply posting a job and waiting for responses is no longer effective. Companies need innovative, tech-driven approaches to reach and attract top talent. In…
S6E3 Empowering Women Veterans: Navigating the Transition from Service to Civilian Success
Women veterans often face unique and overlooked challenges when transitioning from military service to civilian employment, as many veteran hiring programs are built with men in mind. In this…
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DE Talk has published 70 episodes since September 2019, covering topics in Business, Careers.
DE Talk is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 44m.
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