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