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Chad Sowash The Chad & Cheese Podcast

The Chad & Cheese Podcast brings more than 40 years of combined experience to the podcast industry, Chad & Cheese adds a unique perspective and brash flavor to the generally bland stew of hum-drum “yes-yes” and ass-kiss rhetoric that you normally get from people in recruitment, talent management, Technology, and workforce economics.

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Return To Office Is Bs With Dr. Jessica Kriegel &Raquo; 80318A6Af54E3B4E4C6D89857Bae740E 3
Return to Office is BS with Dr. Jessica Kriegel

In this riotous episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, the boys drag Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Culture Partners’ Chief Strategy Officer, into the clown car of post-COVID work woes. They tackle the ret…

In this riotous epis…

In this riotous episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, the boys drag Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Culture Partners’ Chief Strategy Officer, into the clown car of post-COVID work woes. They tackle the return-to-office (RTO) brouhaha like it’s a bad slapstick routine—is it a heroic charge back to the water cooler, or are we all just pratfalling into 2019 with pants that don’t fit anymore?Dr. Kriegel’s swinging the “adapt or flop” hammer, dubbing RTO a dusty VHS tape in a Streaming world. The gang cackles over how Gen Z’s “work-from-bed” energy is giving Boomer bosses heartburn, wh…

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Decline In Indeed'S Traffic, Jolly Vs. Lumber, Florida Child Labor Laws, Starbucks Emotional Labor &Raquo; Hqdefault 984
Decline in Indeed’s Traffic, Jolly vs. Lumber, Florida Child Labor Laws, Starbucks Emotional Labor

In this episode of The Chad and Cheese Podcast we’re diving into the meaty issues shaking up the world of US labor, AI, and employee engagement, so grab your headphones and get ready for a juicy con…

In this episode of T…

In this episode of The Chad and Cheese Podcast we’re diving into the meaty issues shaking up the world of US labor, AI, and employee engagement, so grab your headphones and get ready for a juicy conversation!Indeed dives Florida's gunna Florida? We’re unpacking the latest in Indeed traffic decline and don’t even get us started on the Florida Child Labor Laws - we’re going there, breaking it down, and making sure you’re up to speed. Is it Elon Musk’s and Trump's impact on the workforce? Will Musk's Tesla Robots Replace Immigrants in US?Oh, and let’s settle this once and for al…

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Indeed Tanks & Starbucks Forces Joy

In the latest episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, hosts Joel Cheesman and Chad Sowash dive into a mix of serious industry shifts and quirky tangents. They unpack Indeed’s traffic decline—do…

In the latest episo…

In the latest episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, hosts Joel Cheesman and Chad Sowash dive into a mix of serious industry shifts and quirky tangents. They unpack Indeed’s traffic decline—down due to a 10% drop in job postings and competition from platforms like LinkedIn—while noting its erratic market moves and a pivot to Online Courses that’s missing the mark with tech candidates. History lesson alert! The duo traces job search evolution from simple boards to AI-driven tools, spotlighting generative AI’s potential to revolutionize applications despite hurdles like registratio…

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Personal Branding For Recruiters With Orlando Haynes &Raquo; 80318A6Af54E3B4E4C6D89857Bae740E 3
Personal Branding for Recruiters with Orlando Haynes

Live from RecFest USA, The Chad & Cheese Podcast welcomes Orlando Haynes, North American talent acquisition lead at Mosaic. Orlando breaks down why personal branding is a game-changer for recruite…

Live from RecFest US…

Live from RecFest USA, The Chad & Cheese Podcast welcomes Orlando Haynes, North American talent acquisition lead at Mosaic. Orlando breaks down why personal branding is a game-changer for recruiters, offering practical tips on leveraging LinkedIn and navigating job searches after layoffs.He also shares how a strong personal brand can transform employees into powerful company ambassadors, boosting recruitment and client attraction.Catch this episode for smart strategies in today’s job market—listen now!

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Rippling Sues Deel Over Corporate Espionage, Nvidia'S Isaac, The Canada-Us Trade War, Klarna Ipo &Raquo; Hqdefault 716
Rippling Sues Deel Over Corporate Espionage, Nvidia’s Isaac, The Canada-US Trade War, Klarna IPO

Welcome to The Chad and Cheese Podcast! In this episode the Guys are Joined by Emi Beredugo, we cover a variety of hot topics, from Randy Rainbow's take on Trump to the latest in the Canada US trade …

Welcome to The Chad …

Welcome to The Chad and Cheese Podcast! In this episode the Guys are Joined by Emi Beredugo, we cover a variety of hot topics, from Randy Rainbow's take on Trump to the latest in the Canada US trade war, and possible PornHub ban in the US. We also dive into the ongoing Rippling lawsuit, where Rippling (allegedly) catches Deel in a corporate espionage honey pot.We discuss the latest ZipRecruiter news, including their commercial, scheduling, and recognition as a most innovative company. Plus, we explore Nvidia's GM, KFC, Taco Bell, Yum Brands collaboration, and the Nvidia Humanoid Robot Isaa…

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Deel & Rippling Spy Games

This week, Chad, Joel, and Emi sink their teeth into a juicy HR tech showdown: Rippling’s suing Deel, alleging an espionage plot. Rippling accused Deel of planting Irishman Keith O’Brien in its Du…

This week, Chad, Joe…

This week, Chad, Joel, and Emi sink their teeth into a juicy HR tech showdown: Rippling’s suing Deel, alleging an espionage plot. Rippling accused Deel of planting Irishman Keith O’Brien in its Dublin office, where he allegedly ran 6,000 Slack searches for trade secrets—busted by a fake “#d-defectors” Slack channel. Things escalated when O’Brien trashed his phone during a court-ordered seizure on March 19. Deel’s firing back, denying it all and pointing to Rippling’s own baggage, like alleged Russian sanctions violations.ZipRecruiter’s in the spotlight—named a Fast Company …

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EUROPE: Regulation, Randstad, and a Tech Rumble

In this episode of The Chad and Cheese Podcast Does Europe, hosts Chad Sowash, Joel Cheesman, and the suavely named Lieven Van Nieuwenhuyze plunge headfirst into Europe’s recruitment jungle with al…

In this episode of …

In this episode of The Chad and Cheese Podcast Does Europe, hosts Chad Sowash, Joel Cheesman, and the suavely named Lieven Van Nieuwenhuyze plunge headfirst into Europe’s recruitment jungle with all the grace of a tipsy tourist. They kick things off with a chuckle-fest intro—because who doesn’t love a podcast that roasts itself?—before Chad regales us with tales of cultural clashes, fresh from his Champions League pilgrimage (think soccer, not superheroes). The trio then pivots faster than a Google algorithm to dissect JobIndex’s legal tango with the tech giant, sparking a spicy deb…

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The Power of Diversity with Paige Elliott

Live from the Shaker Green Room at RecFest USA, The Chad & Cheese Podcast welcomes Paige Elliott, Global Employer Brand Manager at Veeam Software. Paige shares why authentic diversity stories are …

Live from the Shaker…

Live from the Shaker Green Room at RecFest USA, The Chad & Cheese Podcast welcomes Paige Elliott, Global Employer Brand Manager at Veeam Software. Paige shares why authentic diversity stories are critical to employer branding and how aligning internal culture with external messaging attracts talent.She offers practical tips on using video, written content, and audio to amplify diverse voices and build a sense of belonging. The conversation also delves into the growing scrutiny of DE&I commitments, strategic partnerships with organizations like Out & Equal and Women in Tech, and the…

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Donald Trump Buys Tesla? Manus Ai, Icims Layoffs News, Deel New Acquisition, Amazon’s Ai Revolution &Raquo; Hqdefault 465
Donald Trump Buys Tesla? Manus AI, Icims Layoffs News, Deel New Acquisition, Amazon’s AI Revolution

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon M…

In this episode of t…

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon Musk, Tesla, and the broader business world. We also talk about how Amazon is shaking up the competition with Microsoft and Salesforce, plus how Amazon continues to boost AI and revolutionize tech.We touch on the latest tech layoffs: iCIMS layoffs news and reasons, Manus AI launch, Remote aunches Recruit, Deel new acquisition: Safeguard Global. Additionally, we dive into how AI tools are transfor…

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Donald Trump Buys Tesla? Amazon’s AI Revolution, Icims Layoffs News || The Chad And Cheese Podcast

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon M…

In this episode of t…

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon Musk, Tesla, and the broader business world. We also talk about how Amazon is shaking up the competition with Microsoft and Salesforce, plus how Amazon continues to boost AI and revolutionize tech.We touch on the latest iCIMS layoffs news and reasons, Manus Launches AI, Remote Launches Recruit, Deel Acquires Safeguard Global. Additionally, we dive into how AI tools are transforming talent acquisi…

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Donald Trump Buys Tesla? Amazon’s Ai Revolution, Icims Layoffs News || The Chad And Cheese Podcast &Raquo; Hqdefault 465
Donald Trump Buys Tesla? Amazon’s AI Revolution, Icims Layoffs News || The Chad And Cheese Podcast

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon M…

In this episode of t…

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon Musk, Tesla, and the broader business world. We also talk about how Amazon is shaking up the competition with Microsoft and Salesforce, plus how Amazon continues to boost AI and revolutionize tech.We touch on the latest iCIMS layoffs news and reasons, Manus Launches AI, Remote Launches Recruit, Deel Acquires Safeguard Global. Additionally, we dive into how AI tools are transforming talent acquisi…

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Donald Trump Buys Tesla? Amazon’s Ai Revolution, Icims Layoffs News, Deel New Acquisition &Raquo; Hqdefault 465
Donald Trump Buys Tesla? Amazon’s AI Revolution, Icims Layoffs News, Deel New Acquisition

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon M…

In this episode of t…

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, J.T. and the Guys cover the hottest topics in news, tech, and recruitment. We discuss Donald Trump potentially buying Tesla and what it means for Elon Musk, Tesla, and the broader business world. We also talk about how Amazon is shaking up the competition with Microsoft and Salesforce, plus how Amazon continues to boost AI and revolutionize tech.We touch on the latest tech layoffs: iCIMS layoffs news and reasons, Manus Launches AI, Remote Launches Recruit, Deel New Acquisition: Safeguard Global. Additionally, we dive into how AI tools are trans…

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Deel’s Cash Cannon vs. Remote’s Slingshot

In this week’s episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, hosts Joel Cheesman, Chad Sowash, and career expert J.T. O'Donnell unpack a whirlwind of industry news with their signature Wisdom and wit. K…

In this week’s epi…

In this week’s episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, hosts Joel Cheesman, Chad Sowash, and career expert J.T. O'Donnell unpack a whirlwind of industry news with their signature wisdom and wit. Kicking things off, they celebrate all-things Chicken Cock whiskey, Keith Sonderling's confirmation at the DOL, cry a little over layoff stories on TikTok and then dive into Remote’s launch of Recruit, a new hiring tool billed as a breakthrough for sourcing global talent, though some question its lack of features despite the glossy promo video, sparking a debate on its real impact. Next, they tac…

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Immigration Game: Trump 2.0 Insights and Impacts

The Chad & Cheese Podcast looks to tackle immigration now that Trump is back in the Oval Office, roping in Wharton's Dr. Zeke Hernandez and VanHack's Ilya Brodsky for a wild ride through the immig…

The Chad & Chees…

The Chad & Cheese Podcast looks to tackle immigration now that Trump is back in the Oval Office, roping in Wharton's Dr. Zeke Hernandez and VanHack's Ilya Brodsky for a wild ride through the immigration circus at home and abroad. They kick things off with the U.S., where the immigration system’s stuck in a time warp—deportations are up, sure, but it’s the same old song and dance despite politicians flapping their gums like over-caffeinated auctioneers. Globally, tech talent’s hotter than a jalapeño in a microwave, yet countries like Canada are tiptoeing back from their “come one…

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