The 25 Top World of Work Podcasts to Follow in 2025
At HR Gazette, we’re passionate about delivering engaging and fresh podcast content. Each week, we release multiple episodes of the HRchat show, reaching tens of thousands of listeners worldwide through platforms like Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
The podcasting landscape has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. As of 2025, there are approximately 4.42 million podcasts available globally, catering to a diverse audience. The number of podcast listeners worldwide is projected to reach around 585 million this year (reflecting a 6.84% increase from the previous year) and 650+ million in 2027!
Podcast listeners are notably affluent and educated, with 56% having an annual household income exceeding $75,000 and 49% holding a college degree (2024). This demographic underscores the value of podcasts as a medium for reaching and educating a discerning audience.
Business-related podcasts, including those focused on Human Resources, have significantly contributed to this surge. There are approximately 375,000 business podcasts available globally, placing “Business” as one of the top genres in the podcasting landscape. Podcasts offer a unique advantage over traditional articles by providing in-depth discussions, diverse perspectives, and the convenience of on-the-go listening. This format allows professionals to absorb complex topics during commutes or while multitasking, enhancing both learning and engagement.
The team at HR Gazette is passionate about creating podcast content. Each week, we publish multiple HRchat podcast episodes and share them with 10,000s of our awesome listeners across Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, and elsewhere all around the globe.
To help you navigate this expanding business podcast landscape, we’ve curated a list of top new and established podcasts for 2025, offering valuable insights into HR, Talent, and Leadership.
There are, of course, lots of awesome HR-related podcasts out there providing news, reviews, interviews, and tips to educate and entertain professionals in and around Human Resources. In fact, the past few years has seen an explosion of new podcasts focused on the #WorldofWork.
The Top 25
So what are the top new and established podcasts in 2025? Here’s this year’s list, in no particular order, of both new and established podcasts that offer valuable insights into HR, Talent, and Leadership.
A Bit of Optimism
Each week Simon Sinek talks with inspiring people who teach us more about life, leadership and general interesting things. The podcast aims to provide listeners with uplifting perspectives and practical advice. As of February 2025, the podcast has released over 160 episodes, featuring a diverse range of guests. Notable recent episodes include discussions with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky on leadership, musician Jacob Collier on creativity, and U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy on combating loneliness.
HRchat
With around 800 episodes (and counting) featuring high-profile guest experts, the HRchat Podcast explores the latest trends in leadership. HR strategy, recruitment, tech, career advancement, motivation, company culture, law, DEI and more! Hosted by Bill Banham, Bob Goodwin, Pauline James and others, the show has received 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for professionals in Human Resources, Tech, Talent, and Leadership and ranks in the top five in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness.
The HR Huddle
This podcast is comprised of three unique mini-shows where we will be: Spilling The Tea On HR Tech with Stacey Harris; discussing diversity and inclusion in with Pam Jeffords; and breaking down the messy stories that everyone in human resources has in HR with Kim Seals.
HR Happy Hour Network
Consisting of multiple shows including HR Happy Hour, Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane and the team talk about human resources, management, leadership, workforce technology and much more. There are 100s of episodes and new shows are published 2-3 times a month.
Exploring Workplace Mental Health
This new podcast with Dr. Bill Howatt is dedicated to empowering employers with the knowledge and tools to protect and promote mental health in the workplace. The Exploring Workplace Mental Health show considers issues relating to capacity building. Tune in as Dr. Bill delves into the why, what, and how of fostering a mentally healthy work environment. Each episode provides employers and decision-makers with actionable insights and strategies to create a supportive culture that empowers employees.
Accidental Trainer by ATD
Accidental Trainer is an ATD podcast featuring bi-monthly interviews with industry experts who share stories and tips about how to grow your training career. Hosted by Alexandria Clapp, ATD Accidental Trainer covers trends, strategies, and actionable information for talent development professionals.
The Chad & Cheese Podcast
The Chad and Cheese show punches the recruiting industry right where it hurts, with breaking news, brash opinion, and loads of snark – HR’s Most Dangerous Podcast. Chad & Cheese, industry analysts with over 40 years of combined experience, bring a unique perspective to HR and recruitment, making this podcast both informative and engaging.
HR in Review
This podcast by HRreview features interviews with leading HR practitioners, covering topics such as HR strategy, technology, recruitment, training, diversity, and employment law. The pod covers a host of HR-related topics and guests share personal experiences and career tips; resulting in a varied and interesting content that provides useful and actionable advice, while also being an enjoyable and stimulating listen.
The Better HR Business
The Better HR Business podcast with Ben Geoghegan is a great resource for HR consultants and HR tech firms looking to grow their businesses. The podcast features interviews with some of the top minds in the industry, discussing everything from business growth strategies to the latest HR technologies. If you’re just getting started in the HR industry or you’re looking for ways to take your business to the next level, the HR Business Marketing Podcast is a great option!
People and Performance
Launched in 2021, the People and Performance Podcast gives insights into the strategic competencies, behaviors, and results needed to increase the performance of employees. From attraction and recruitment through onboarding to succession planning, each episode takes a deep dive into the stages of workforce planning you need to master in order to guarantee long-term success in a rapidly changing world of work. Hosted by Chris Bjorling and others, each interview is around 15-20 minutes and is supported by super impressive guest industry experts.
We’re Only Human
Host Ben Eubanks blends research and practical advice to help HR, talent, and learning leaders improve business outcomes through dynamic and innovative approaches. As of this month, there are over 200 episodes.
Punk Rock HR
The Punk Rock HR Podcast is hosted by the awesome Laurie Ruettimann. This show aims to break away from the traditional constraints of the HR world to bring you candid and compelling conversations with some of the most disruptive and innovative minds in the business. In each episode, Laurie dives into critical topics surrounding the real world of work, exploring the modern workplace’s nuances, and challenging the status quo of HR.
WorkTrends Podcast From TalentCulture
Hosted by Meghan M. Biro, this long-running podcast explores how work is changing, featuring news, insights, and discussions with leading experts and HR tech vendors.
Career Club Live
Career Club Live with Bob Goodwin is a must-listen podcast for professionals aiming to elevate their careers and navigate the ever-changing job market. Hosted by industry expert Bob Goodwin, this show brings you insightful conversations with some of the most influential figures in business and HR.
Nine To Thrive HR
Looking for content to solve your human capital issues but don’t have a full hour? Check out the HCI podcast series to gain access to leading HR practitioners from Fortune 1000 companies, as well thought leaders, authors, and academics. These experts cover everything from talent acquisition and analytics to engagement, retention, and development.
Human Centred Leadership Podcast with Kul Mahay
With over three decades of leadership experience, Kul Mahay works with organizations to develop powerful cultures of high value and performance. As on February 2025, Kul and his team have published over 130 episodes.
Shally’s Alley
Shally’s Alley is your go-to weekly show for cutting-edge insights into talent sourcing, recruiting, and the evolving world of hiring. Hosted by industry pioneer Shally Steckerl, this interactive session dives deep into the latest sourcing strategies, tech innovations, and recruitment best practices. Whether you’re a talent acquisition pro or just looking to sharpen your sourcing skills, Shally’s Alley delivers expert knowledge, live demos, and real-world techniques you can implement immediately. Tune in every Friday and bring your toughest recruiting challenges—Shally’s got answers!
The HR Uprising Podcast
This engaging podcast explores HR ‘hot’ topics and challenges through conversations with relevant experts and real-life HR; O.D. or L&D professionals. HR Uprising is about creating an inclusive forum that enables us to share and learn from experts and everyday professionals. Hosted by Actus CEO Lucinda Carney, there are two types of show format the ‘In focus’ episodes where Lucinda delves into a specialist topic in some depth and the ‘Conversations with’ series where we interview experts and people like you. Our hope is that our shows are both informative and fun.
HR Works by HR Daily Advisor
This Eddie award-winning podcast provides clear, relevant, actionable information on topics that matter to human resources (HR) professionals.
HR Leaders
HR Super Stars
In each episode, host Karina Young, VP of People at 15Five, talks with some of the world’s leading innovators in the HR/People Ops space willing to share their insights and advice to help you in your journey. The pod tackles topics like being a strategic business partner to the rest of the organization, how to have difficult conversations while maintaining empathy, and how to make DEI a part of your cultural DNA instead of just lip service.
Work Wire
SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. and Bob Goodwin, President of Career Club, host a lively conversation on how the latest news impacts all things work-related.
HR Exchange Network
Covering talent management, HR news, corporate learning, employee engagement, recruiting, HR Tech, succession planning, and HR conferences, this podcast features insights from renowned HR executives.
SHRM All Things Work
SHRM’s All Things Work podcast takes you on a deep dive into game-changing topics that are redefining the world of work. Each week, host Anne Sparaco chats with thought leaders and industry experts eager to share their deep insights, research, and advice.
Hacking HR
Honorable Mentions
- CIPD Podcasts
- Recruiting Future
- HR on the Offensive Podcast
- Elevate Your AIQ
- HR and Payroll 2.0
- HBR IdeaCast
- Brightmine Podcast