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What I've Been Listening to This Week: Podcast Edition


On a short week with the Fourth of July holiday, I found myself on the road and away from my desk.  As I noted last year when I dedicated a post to podcasts, I recognize that many readers of the blog spend time away from their desk, computer, office, etc. and often drive or fly for work (or fun.)  As a result, some readers might not have the time to read through some of the articles I highlight.  To make things a bit easier for these readers (or those just looking for a change of pace), I invite you to give a few of the podcasts I have highlighted a listen.  Most of the below podcasts can be listened to on the linked website or on your podcast app of choice.

As always, below are a couple podcasts that caught my ear this week.


2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang, Automation, & The Future Workforce

Pod Save America interviewed 2020 Democratic Presidential candidate Andrew Yang a few weeks ago.  For those unfamiliar with this candidate, Yang has several progressive policy proposals he is pushing (including his proposal for a universal basic income), although I highlight this particular podcast to give readers a sense of how Yang would seek to help Americans cope with an increasingly automated workforce.  Worth a listen for those interested on the topic.


Sexual Harassment & Lessons that Can Be Learned From Recent Cases

This particular podcast discusses a range of employment and HR related topics, stretching from sexual harassment and whistle blowing all the way to conducting internal investigations and utilizing restrictive covenants.  While there are many episodes to choose from, this particular episode utilizes recent cases on sexual harassment matters as a way to illustrate what lessons can be learned to avoid similar issues going forward.



Alison Colley is host of The Employment Law & HR Podcast which addresses a particular employment or HR related matter and walks listeners through the topic while providing a bit of guidance on how to navigate the issue.  Of course, every case is different and no two situations are factually identical...but at a minimum, Colley has some interesting thoughts on each topic that she addresses.

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