Primal HR Podcast

By Terry Smith & Leslie Lulham

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Primal HR is a bold, no-BS podcast about the real human side of work.

Hosted by longtime HR leader Terry Smith and people strategist Leslie Lulham, Primal HR cuts through corporate jargon to tackle what’s actually happening in today’s workplaces — from return-to-office mandates and toxic culture to leadership failures, employee burnout, and the future of work.

Each episode blends sharp insight, real stories, and practical advice for HR professionals, managers, and employees who care about building workplaces that actually work for people. No fluff. No performative HR. Just honest conversations about leadership, culture, and the decisions that shape our working lives.

If you’re tired of sanitized corporate talk and want real perspectives on HR, leadership, and workplace culture — this is your podcast.


Episode Date
HR Unfiltered: Workplace Pet Peeves & Rapid Fire Questions
Apr 10, 2026
Workday AI Hiring Bias and ATS Risks: A Primal HR HOT TAKE
Apr 09, 2026
Fractional vs In-House HR: What You Need to Know
Apr 09, 2026
What HR Really Does With Exit Surveys
Apr 08, 2026
Is HR the Villain? The Truth About HR’s Role in the Workplace
Apr 07, 2026
AI in HR: Guardrails, Bias, and the Risks We Can’t Ignore
Feb 17, 2026
AI in HR: Smart Uses, Real Risks
Feb 17, 2026
The Loneliness Epidemic at Work: Why “Squishy HR” Is a Business Imperative
Feb 17, 2026
Networking Without the Ick: How to Connect With People
Feb 17, 2026
Job Hunting in 2026: Why Referrals Beat Resumes
Feb 17, 2026
SHRM’s $11.5M Lawsuit: A Primal HR Hot Take
Jan 27, 2026
Return to Office: What Actually Works
Jan 27, 2026
Return to Office: Why It’s Failing (and What HR Isn’t Saying Out Loud)
Jan 27, 2026
Welcome to Primal HR: Real People, Real Talk, Real HR
Jan 27, 2026