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TLDCast Podcast
by The Training, Learning, and Development Community
This podcast is the audio-only version of TLDCast, a livestreamed broadcast for instructional designers, learning experience designers, educational technologists, or anyone involved in workplace learning. Some of the audio content is edited for brevity. Learn more at www.TLDC.us.
Episodes
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Perspectives: Grounding L&D in a Fast-Moving World
Welcome to the inaugural episode of TLDC Perspectives! Host Luis Malbas sits down with Kathy LaMee, co-founder of CK Digital Learning Solutions, to kick off a new series of conversations aimed at finding solid ground in a rapidly evolving L&D landscape. Together, they explore how the shift toward...
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Coaching and Mentoring in L&D Gathering - Notebook LM summary
I'm doing a little experiment here. I uploaded the transcripts for all of the sessions at The Coaching and Mentoring in L&D Gathering virtual event into Google's Notebook LM and requested an audio overview of the event. This is the result. What do you think?
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Beyond the Buzz: Danielle Wallace on Practical AI in Learning & Development
In this episode, Danielle Wallace, Chief Learning Strategist of Beyond the Sky Custom Learning, shares her perspective on the practical application of AI in L&D. We chatted about the evolving use of AI in L&D, the importance of staying updated with AI advancements, and practical tips for...
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Community Discussion - Beyond the Badge: DevLearn 2023 Wrap Up with guest Rebecca Prejean
Today, we're thrilled to have the extraordinary Rebecca Prejean joining us. Rebecca is a seasoned freelance instructional designer with over 12 years of experience. And not just an ID and learning strategist but also a passionate advocate for neurodivergent learners, helping companies create...
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Community Member Showcase - Leigh Ann Morgan
Today, we're excited to have Leigh Ann Morgan joining us in a new Member Showcase - her second as a TLDC Member. Leigh Ann is a dynamic, "wear many hats" instructional design professional, bringing a unique blend of expertise from her diverse backgrounds in nutrition, dietetics, and cosmetology....
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Community Member Showcase - Cyndi Nagel
You know, there are some people you feel you've known forever, even if it's only been a short while. Cyndi Nagel is one of those for me. Her vibrant presence in the community and her consistently insightful contributions to TLDC conversations have always stood out. Today, I'm thrilled to share…
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Community Member Showcase - Vanessa Alzate
I was surprised to see that the last time we'd spoken to Vanessa Alzate was back in 2019. Back then, I knew Vanessa more as a freelancer and Youtuber, doing things differently than what's typical in L&D. And now in 2023, Vanessa has a booming L&D Agency with a fantastic team, AND also recently...
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Community Member Showcase - Parker Grant and Andrea Dottling of IDLance
I feel like the Founders of IDLance, Parker Grant and Andrea Dottling, have many similar approaches to how they nurture their community as I do here with TLDC. And it's probably why I enjoy talking with them so much. Just one look at their website at idlance.com gives you a sense of their witty…
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Community Member Showcase - Chris Paxton McMillin
With over 30 years experience in L&D, and 20 years of that focused on distance learning, Chris Paxton McMillin is the perfect modern day instructional designer. There isn't much she hasn't seen in this industry, and she's at a point where sharing her knowledge is how she wants to give back. Chris...
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The Spamming of Certification with Bobbi Losee Vernon
The Spamming of Certification. Sounds like a big problem, right? Absolutely. But there's a tremendous opportunity for L&D here and we were lucky enough to have Bobbi Losee Vernon in this TLDCast to break down this concept and help us understand why this is such an important topic. As the…
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Community Member Showcase: Theresa Francomacaro
Theresa Francomacaro is always wonderful to talk with. She's had a few guest appearances on TLDC in the past, and like those episodes, Theresa again offers valuable advice to instructional designers and L&D professionals. Think Story is important to your career? Definitely. Is Story important to...
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Community Member Showcase - Terry Godfrey
What an honor it was to talk to Terry Godfrey in our latest Showcase episode. Terry's been an L&D professional for over thirty years and has been a trainer in diverse sectors such as chemicals, distribution, bio-diesel fuels, natural gas, and fertilizers. So needless to say, he's seen a lot. And...
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Community Member Showcase - Taylor Akioka
In this Community Member Showcase, we talked with Taylor Akioka, an Instructional Designer working at Allstate Insurance. What stands out the most about this conversation with Taylor was how much she loves her job and her team. As a lifetime learner and passionate educator, finding L&D as a…
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Community Member Showcase: Sylvia Cherry
In this episode I talked to Sylvia Cherry, Founder of Cherry Learning Coach, LLC and an L&D veteran of over twenty years. We had a surprisingly lengthy conversation that didn't feel long at all; the time went by quick. Maybe it was the quality of her responses or how insightful Sylvia was, but…
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Community Member Showcase - Danielle Gines
Danielle Gines is an experienced L&D professional in the nonprofit world, and in this Member Showcase, she shared insights about her career and the challenges of that sector. We haven't had many guests that work in nonprofits, so it was interesting exploring some of the challenges Danielle...
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Community Member Showcase: Melissa Shoemate
Melissa Shoemate is an up and coming Instructional Designer, currently working as a clinical trainer and wrapping up her Bachelor's degree. I really loved listening to Melissa's story and admire the passion and ambition she has for achieving her career goals. The conversation reminded me that…
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20230609 Community Member Showcase: Skye Suttie
Skye Suttie was a super fun conversation. I can understand why she's the "go to" person in her organization for anything facilitation and instructional design, but I can imagine she's probably pulled in to lots of projects because of her charisma. Learn more about Skye in this episode, she's sure...
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Community Member Showcase: Jennifer Grimes
One of THE most consistent challenges I've seen ID's face is tackling graphic design. But that's definitely not the case with our latest guest, Jennifer Grimes. Jennifer is a graphic designer turned instructional designer, with her own agency, Nektar Design. She also serves as adjunct faculty in...
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Community Member Showcase: Heather Herstine
Dr Heather Herstine is a long time participant in online learning, both as a learner and instructor. And in her journey, she's managed to create a career that she really enjoys, now working as an instructional designer and producer at Cinecraft, one of L&D's most innovative and creative…
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Community Discussion: Is ATD ICE the Right L&D Conference For You?
ATD ICE (Association for Talent Development International Conference & Exposition) is one of the premier events in the instructional design and training world. It gathers professionals from across the globe to share insights, best practices, and the latest innovations in the field. But does it...
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Community Member Showcase: Tristia Hennesey
Tristia Hennessey is an award-winning eLearning developer from the Pacific Northwest and has a passion for immersive learning, VR, and AR. And interestingly enough, that love for immersive learning stems from her love of travel; she studied abroad for a number of years and learned first hand the...
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Community Member Showcase - Maisha L Cannon
We had a great conversation with Maisha L Cannon in this episode. It's not often we get to chat with recruiters or sourcers in our showcases, so this one has a unique flavor to it. And not just that, Maisha is dynamic, has a compelling background, definitely a lifelong learner, and endlessly...
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Community Member Showcase - Liz Stefan
In this showcase, Liz Stefan, co-founder and CEO of Nifty Learning, shares her journey in the learning and development field. Liz discusses how she got started and the inspiration behind the name of her company. Liz also highlights key traits and priorities for L&D professionals, and details how...
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Why Training Teams Are A Waste! with Ian Crook
In this episode, we talked with Ian Crook, an experienced L&D professional based in Bristow, VA. Ian knowingly wanted to use the click baitey title "Why Training Teams Are A Waste!" because he knows this audience and has a great sense of humor. But all joking aside, talking with him reveals his...
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Community Member Showcase - Amanda Davison
In this episode, we talked with Amanda Davison in our latest Community Member Showcase. Amanda went from Anthropology and Archaelogy to a Masters in Education, which ultimately led her to corporate training. Previously in the construction industry, she is now working in the travel space as a...
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Survival and Success Strategies for New Learning Leaders with Laurel Schulert
Laurel will share her lived experiences in leadership challenges and successes at a major tech company. She will also share strategies for female leaders on how to define a team vision, build and lead a diverse, inclusive team, and successfully coach and retain team members. She will focus on...
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Knowing Your Worth with Kassy LaBorie and Betty Dannewitz
Eleanor Roosevelt said, “No one can make you feel inferior with your consent.” What about you? Are you consenting to feel inferior? Do you truly know your own worth – personally and professionally? Kassy LaBorie and Betty Dannewitz candidly share their own journeys to finding their worth, to work...
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Panel: Overcoming Barriers to Entry: How To Break Into Leadership Roles hosted by Mallori Steele
In this panel, host Mallori Steele and guests Carolyn Dumont, Courtney Teague, and Nora Pykkonnen share their stories of how they overcame barriers to entry to become L&D leaders. From inspiration to doubt, finding mentorship and networking, nurturing growth, learning, and self-reflection…
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Panel: Navigating Feminine Politeness Norms in Professional Settings hosted by Mallori Steele
This presentation explores how feminine politeness norms impact women's communication styles, career advancement, and job satisfaction in the workplace. Attendees will learn about the cultural roots of these norms and how they intersect with race, class, and identity. Strategies for navigating...
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Get Paid What You're Worth with Christy Tucker
How do you get paid what you're worth? It starts by knowing the benchmarks and understanding what others are paid for similar roles. In this session, we'll review some data from multiple sources on pay in the learning and development field, for employees and freelancers. We'll talk about the...
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Rethinking Time and Calendar Management with Christina Archer
The pandemic redefined how we work and where it can be done. Between that and being a new mom recovering from mental illness, I opted for the work-from-home, mostly contract work environment. I enjoy the freedom of making my own schedule, but I realized that my time management strategy needed to...
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Avoiding Stereotypes of Muslim Women in E-Learning Solutions with Saeide Mirzaei
From The Women of Learning and Development Conference 2023 In this session, I will talk about stereotyping Muslim women in e-learning content and provide practical strategies for avoiding common pitfalls. I'll discuss the negative impact of stereotyping Muslim women and offer tips for conducting...
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Mentorship Matters: Empowering Women to Reach Their Full Potential hosted by Kayleen Holt
From The Women of Learning and Development Conference 2023 Having a mentor can be a valuable asset for women in L&D, helping them to grow professionally, build their networks, and achieve their goals. Join this panel where we'll discuss the importance of mentorship and share stories of how others...
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“No Thank You”: Setting Healthy Boundaries as a Woman with Bela Gaytan
From The Women of Learning and Development Conference 2023 Let’s be real: boundaries for men and women are viewed very differently by society. When men set boundaries, they are heralded as strong, logical, or confident. Why is it that when women do the same, they are labeled as difficult,...
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Community Member Showcase: Alison Sollars
I've been lucky enough to talk with Alison Sollars a couple of times now, and I'm consistently impressed by her journey to L&D and her path ahead. With a truly diverse background, it's no surprise that she's found herself in our world of instructional design and is making the most of it. So in…
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DEI – Beyond Traditional Learning and Development with Kim "Kimfer" Flanery-Rye and Terry Rice
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference DEI has to be focused on systems change to combat systemic challenges beyond the professional development space. It's a parallel path to personal learning journey but it cannot be done by traditional…
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Inclusive Assessment Design with Devin Torres
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference We know data tells us a story, but do we know if we’re getting the whole picture? By incorporating inclusive design principles into our assessment structure, content, and concepts, we stand a better chance…
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The Uncanny Understanding to DEI with Sudeep Mohandas
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference *Note: There were videos broadcast during this session and one of them is in the Italian language. In our rapidly changing world, the topic of DEI has shifted over the past decade. While DEI is continuously...
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Social Identities Impact on the Learner with Erin Huffman-Richard
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference Social identities impact how you see and experience the world. In this session, we will explore how your social identities and unconscious bias influence the training you create and its impact on the…
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The Inclusive Learning Pledge: L&D's role in DEIAB with Kayleen Holt
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference Everyone deserves equitable access to learning experiences and work environments where they feel represented, included, and valued. Developing a culture of inclusion requires a conscious commitment, and L&D...
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Examining Unconscious Bias and How It Affects What We Create with Bridget K Brown
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference Unconscious or implicit bias is part of the human condition. But these, of course, are the biases that we don’t know we have, which can cause harm to others--even when it was not our intention. How did these...
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The Future is Evolutionary with Liza Wisner
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference It’s no secret that the most diverse companies are outperforming less diverse ones on all measures. Learning how to craft a future focused Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) plan is centered around...
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Allyship in Action with Julie Kratz
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference In this engaging and actionable talk, inclusive leadership speaker and trainer, Julie Kratz will share stories, ideas, and research from her book, Allyship in Action: 10 Practices for Living Inclusively. As…
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Understanding the Differences Between Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging with Bela Gaytan
From IDEAL22: The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility for Learning Conference Let's face it: all of the acronyms can be confusing. There's DEI, DEIB, DIB, DEIA, IDEA... but what do they all mean? It's often a trendy phrase used in workplaces with no real plan is in place to improve…
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How Microlearning is Revolutionizing the L&D Space with Ali Siddiqui
Ali Siddiqui is a former Teacher and Instructional Designer, now working with Coursera as a Senior Product Consultant in the R&D space. Ali helps teams translate multitudes of learner feedback to design cutting-edge learning products for entry-level learners, companies, and sometimes entire...
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Host Jo Cook Announces the 2022 Virtual and Hybrid Learning Research Report
So it's been a couple of weeks since I've released a podcast episode, but in case you didn't know, all of the episodes are streamed on Crowdcast, and I also post them to YouTube. So the last few episodes were visual; last week's episode was based on icebreakers using slides, and before that, I...
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Goal vs Approach: Global Differences and Similarities in Instructional Design featuring Cara North & Tom McDowall
In this episode we talked with Tom McDowall and Cara North about Global Differences and Similarities in Instructional Design. Since Instructional Design originated in the US in the 1940s, how has it evolved globally? Which brings up more interesting questions, including how technology has…
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Community Discussion - TLDCast and IDEAL 2022 Call
So are you interested in helping us build out some of our weekly and upcoming events? Take a listen to this episode and learn more about how you can be a part of The Training, Learning, and Development Community's upcoming programming. I'm doing a little bit of catching up in this one, and quite...
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Tips for Working Productively with SMEs with guest Bridget Manley
Bridget Manley's background as a journalist has helped her find ways to productively work with SMEs. It makes sense; journalism and instructional design have lots of similarities. So check this episode out and learn from Bridget's experience, as well as the very rich discussion that was happening...
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Success Stories: Teacher to Trainer with guest Stephanie Diggins
Our newest Success Stories episode featured Stephanie Diggins, a teacher turned instructional designer just last year. Stephanie actually reached out to me late last year asking if I could produce a virtual event on freelancing. Since becoming an instructional designer, she's decided to go the...
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This podcast is the audio-only version of TLDCast, a livestreamed broadcast for instructional designers, learning experience designers, educational technologists, or anyone involved in workplace learning. Some of the audio content is edited for brevity. Learn more at www.TLDC.us.
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