Best Know Nothing Nerds Podcasts (2025)

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AI Models, Psylocke, G4 & cosplay is STILL CONSENT. 2:52:06

1d ago2:52:06

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In this Month's Episode, We Talk about the Danger of AI profiles, and show off a test run with AI systems. The Fact that Cosplay Is Content still needs to be address after the B.S. from Dreamcon, and also Show off some gems from Colossalcon this year! also talk about a Little Rant on the New Marvel Fighter game and G4TV revival Drama!…

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Building the Future of Hiring with Adam Jackson, Co-Founder Braintrust, AI Hiring and Talent Platform 41:25

3d ago41:25

41:25

Try Braintrust to use AI to turbocharge your hiring process or sign up to their talent network (and earn $$ referring and helping others). Get on the HRISCareers.com email newsletter with 3,000 of your new HRIS friends! Troy welcomes Adam Jackson, Co-founder of Braintrust, the first user-controlled talent network built on Web3 principles. Adam shar…

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CRAMPED is back: Season 1.5 2:29

5d ago2:29

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CRAMPED is back with new episodes - but we need your help! Subscribe to our Patreon to make our work possible at www.patreon.com/cramped See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Not For Educational Purposes: Cats, Drugs, and Dr. Doolittle (Episode 43) 59:11

6d ago59:11

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Welcome to Not For Educational Purposes, a How Did We Get Here Productions production, a podcast where two friends look stuff up on the internet and may or may not learn things. On this weeks episode of Not for Educational Purposes, we are back in the present with plenty of present questions to answer. Such as, what is it like for cats to be on cat…

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INFINITY GAUNTLET 51:59

8d ago51:59

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Thanos might have the tism. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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You Might Like: Sex Ed with DB 50:31

19d ago50:31

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While we're on a break from releasing new CRAMPED episodes, we're recommending some other fantastic podcasts to check out. Today we're featuring an episode of Sex Ed with DB, a feminist podcast all the sex ed you never got, centering LGBTQ+ and BIOPOC experts, hosted by Danielle Bezalel (aka “DB”), MPH. This episode, "The Ultimate Period Episode wi…

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Not For Educational Purposes: NERD! The Podcast! (Episode 42) 1:05:12

20d ago1:05:12

1:05:12

Welcome to Not For Educational Purposes, a How Did We Get Here Productions production, a podcast where two friends look stuff up on the internet and may or may not learn things. Welcome to Nerd’s birthday episode! From last September… We know it’s been a while but don’t worry we have not found our sanity yet! On this episode we talk all about Nerd,…

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Exploring Batman: The Animated Series' Cultural Impact and Storytelling Brilliance in Modern Pop Culture 51:54

23d ago51:54

51:54

What if I told you that a groundbreaking animated series not only redefined a beloved superhero but also left an indelible mark on pop culture? Join hosts Troy, Brent, and Slater in this thrilling episode of Secret Identity as they embark on an exhilarating journey through the iconic world of Batman: The Animated Series (BTAS). Debuting in 1992, BT…

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CFO Whisperer CJ Gustafson On Critical HR Metrics and Getting Your HRIS Project Funded 50:57

27d ago50:57

50:57

In this episode, we sits down with CJ Gustafson — former Chief Financial Officer (CFO), creator of the Mostly Metrics newsletter, and host of the Run The Numbers podcast. CJ shares his path from finance student at Boston College to CFO of a successful SaaS company, culminating in a high-stakes exit. He also dives into how he started building an aud…

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The Stock Market Is Down But Storage Investing Is Strong With Bree Hartman 46:25

28d ago46:25

46:25

Investing in self-storage facilities is booming, but navigating the market in today's economy takes a seasoned pro – and that's exactly who Stacy Rossetti chats with in this episode! Dive deep into the world of self-storage investing with Bree Hartman, founder of Self Storage School, as they candidly discuss the current state of the market. Bree sh…

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The Devil WE Know: Push Karrion Kross 45:58

29d ago45:58

45:58

in this Episode I Discuss About The recent Viral Push of WWE star Karrion Kross fka Killer Kross. his Viral Pipebomb at Wrestlemania, his Documentary "The Killer" and His Frustration not being on the Wrestlemania Card in his hometown of Las Vegas, and even My Frustration of Why WWE is Not Pushing him and his Wife WWE star Scarlet Bordeaux?…

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Bone Recap (Books 1-4) 35:09

1M ago35:09

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Listen as Fone Bond, Phoney Bonebaum, and Smiley Harrison discuss the first four books of Jeff Smith's iconic series, Bone Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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INVINCIBLE FULL RECAP (SEASONS 1-3) 1:33:06

1M ago1:33:06

1:33:06

On this episode of Secret Identity, we break down the greatest hero with the least imaginative name since "The Lizard"... Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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Daredevil: Born Again (TV Series) Season 1 1:08:09

1M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

You've embarrassed me in front of Vanessa... Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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Compensation Principles All HRIS Pros Must Know With Scott Trumpolt GRP 55:26

2M ago55:26

55:26

In this episode https://hriscareers.com/blog/scott-trumpolt, compensation consultant Scott Trumpolt, G.R.P. shares how he transitioned into compensation, highlights the importance of HRIS systems in pay analytics, and breaks down certifications like the GRP and CCP. With 30 years of experience, Scott offers a global perspective on pay structure des…

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You Might Like: The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women 25:41

2M ago25:41

25:41

While we're on a break from releasing new CRAMPED episodes, we're recommending some other fantastic podcasts to check out. Today we're featuring an episode of The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women, from Foreign Policy and Good Trouble Productions. According to the World Bank, as many as 500 million people every month lack access to menstrual pro…

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Why Employees Smuggle AI Into Work 8:53

2M ago8:53

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Why Do Employees Smuggle AI Into Work? https://hriscareers.com/podcast BBC article that inspired the idea. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7rx05xg2go If you are willing to come on to talk about this topic email [email protected] Send us a text If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. If you ar…

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Why Do We Even Get Periods? 32:43

2M ago32:43

32:43

In season 1's final episode, Kate calls up biological anthropologist Kate Clancy to find out why we're even in this pain to begin with. Then Kate throws a period party, and gives the details on how she's been treating her period pain and endometriosis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co…

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Why Doesn't Media Talk About Period Pain? 42:21

3M ago42:21

42:21

If 51% of the population has a uterus, and 91% of menstruating people experience period pain, why do we literally never hear about it in the media we consume?? Whether its TV, film, podcasts (aside from this one), or social media, it's practically impossible to find stories of periods and period pain. Why?? And how does this lack of visibility affe…

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Solving Start Up HRIS and Payroll With Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld (Pearl Jam) 37:12

3M ago37:12

37:12

In this episode, Troy interviews Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, founder and CEO of RetainHR https://www.retainhr.com/, a fractional HR consultancy helping startups scale their people operations. Lisa shares her unconventional entry into HR — from a degree in Religious Studies to becoming a recruiter, then ultimately leading HR at startups and Fortune 500 c…

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What Happened to Feminism and Body Literacy? 35:19

3M ago35:19

35:19

Kate talks to her mom about joining the Boston Women's Health Movement in the 1970s. Why was body literacy such a big part of feminism in the 70s, but when Kate became an active feminist in Boston in the 2000s, she didn't get information about body literacy? To learn more, Kate talks to Laura Prieto, program director of Our Bodies, Ourselves. See P…

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Ye Sucks 1:03:47

3M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

In this episode, We talk about The latest Stupid Stunt pulled off By Kanye, charles hamilton, also More idiocy associated with the Cosplay Community.

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Do I Have Medical Trauma? 41:49

3M ago41:49

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Kate checks in with comedian and recent hysterectomy patient Max Gross, as well as therapist Suzanne Garrison to figure out - what is medical trauma, and do we have it? How does undiagnosed and untreated pain affect mental health? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-…

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Scott Galloway's (Prof G) #1 Tip To Grow Your HRIS Career 7:34

3M ago7:34

7:34

Simple yet powerful career tip inspired by Scott Galloway (Prof G). In this solo episode of HRIS Careers, host Troy Wallace shares a simple yet powerful career tip and reflects on a personal experience where overhearing a negative comment changed his perspective on workplace relationships. Full Show Notes: https://hriscareers.com/blog/say-something…

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SECRET WARS (2015) 47:56

3M ago47:56

47:56

What happens when one of Marvel's most iconic villains takes center stage in a universe-spanning conflict? Join hosts Troy Bond, Brent Birnbaum, and Slater Harrison as they unravel the intricacies of Marvel's 'Secret Wars' storyline, particularly the groundbreaking 2015 series crafted by Jonathan Hickman. This episode of Secret Identity is not just…

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I Got a Diagnosis. Now What? 38:14

3M ago38:14

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Kate sees a specialist and finally gets a diagnosis for the condition causing her severe period pain. But instead of relief and a clear treatment plan, she just has more questions. She interviews her doctor, Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch, and influencer Emma Maxwell. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a…

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How Stacy Went From Owning 0 To 15 Self-Storage Facilities Without Using Her Own Money 1:28:17

3M ago1:28:17

1:28:17

In this episode, Stacy Rossetti shares her incredible journey from knowing nothing about self-storage facilities to owning 15—all without using her own money. She opens up about her early days in real estate, flipping houses during the downturn, and learning the art of raising capital and structuring creative deals. Stacy reveals how a life-changin…

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From Skepticism to Praise: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman RECAP 1:00:41

3M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

With great power comes great responsibility to admit this show was peak. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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How Do I Balance My Hormones? 44:41

3M ago44:41

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Kate gets sucked down a rabbit hole of "hormone balancing" content on TikTok, and wonders...this whole time, have her cramps just been due to a hormone imbalance? She talks with Alex Sujong Laughlin (Normal Gossip, Defector) about her experience trying to balance her hormones with info from TikTok, and then gets real answers from Dr. Thara Vayali o…

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Ugh! You Have To Migrate Your Cloud ATS To Another Cloud Platform (What You Need To Know) 50:37

4M ago50:37

50:37

Ugh! You Have To Migrate Your Cloud ATS To Another Cloud Platform (What You Need To Know) Send us a text If you have HRIS roles to fill you can post your job to HRISCareers.com for free. If you are an HRIS professional submit your profile and sign up for Job Alerts at HRISCareers.com. If you want to be on the podcast fill out the form at https://hr…

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Who’s Researching New Treatments for Period Pain? 36:27

4M ago36:27

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Kate takes a field trip to Evanston, Illinois to visit the Gynecology Research Laboratory, where a team of doctors and researchers are doing groundbreaking studies to understand period pain and find new treatments. What can they tell us about what causes severe dysmenorrhea, and is there hope for relief? Episode transcript and citations: https://ww…

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Love, Betrayal, and Heroism: A Deep Dive into Tom King's Human Target and Its Complex Character Relationships 56:57

4M ago56:57

56:57

What happens when a master of disguise finds himself in a deadly game of survival? Join hosts Troy Bond, Brent Birnbaum, and Slater Harrison as they unravel the gripping tale of Tom King's "Human Target" in this captivating episode of Secret Identity. Follow Christopher Chance, a character whose very essence is rooted in deception, as he faces an i…

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How Many People Have Severe Period Pain? 39:47

4M ago39:47

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It seems like a simple question, right? How many other people out there are experiencing "death cramps"? It turns out...not so much. Kate brings on her sister Maeve, who also gets death cramps, to figure out why they never talked about the horrible pain they were both in. They look at a meta-study of the prevalence of severe period pain, and bring …

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The ER: Why Isn't Period Pain Treated Like Other Kinds of Pain? 40:47

4M ago40:47

40:47

When you're in severe pain and can't figure out how to make it go away, you might seek help at an ER or Urgent Care. But if you're experiencing severe PERIOD pain, you may not get what you need. Kate and guest Sydney Battle trade stories of ER visits gone wrong, then Kate brings their questions to ER doctor and Good Morning America medical correspo…

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ALERT: Workday Lays Off 1,750! Now What Do You Do? 10:37

4M ago10:37

10:37

Visit hriscareers.com to get the full show notes and the leaked internal letter. ALERT: Workday Lays Off 1,750! Now What Do You Do? Listen on: Apple Spotify 🚨 Workday just announced 1,750 job cuts—about 8.5% of its workforce. What does this mean for HRIS professionals, the HR tech industry, and the future of AI-driven work? In this episode, we brea…

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Death Cramps: Is This Normal? 41:39

4M ago41:39

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Just how bad are Kate's "really bad cramps"? And what could be causing them? In the first of ten episodes, host Kate Helen Downey describes what happens when "death cramps" strike at work. Gynecologist and author Dr. Karen Tang explains what she looks for when a patient has severe period pain, and why someone might spend years in diagnosis limbo. T…

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From Page to Screen: Unpacking the Heartfelt Storytelling of 'The Crow' and Its Cultural Significance 43:49

4M ago43:49

43:49

What happens when love transcends death? Join us in this emotionally charged episode of Secret Identity as hosts Brent Birnbaum, Troy Bond, and Slater Harrison unravel the haunting narrative behind 'The Crow,' a graphic novel and film adaptation that has captivated audiences for decades. Delving into the profound emotional weight of the story, they…

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A Preview of Period Pain Answers 5:43

5M ago5:43

5:43

A sneak peek at what's to come in the 10 episodes of CRAMPED - first episode dropping Tuesday February 4th, with new episodes weekly for 10 weeks. See more info at https://www.katehelendowney.com/cramped See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Nightwing: Leaping into the Light - Unpacking Identity, Allies, and the Villain Heartless in DC Comics 46:58

5M ago46:58

46:58

What does it truly mean to be a hero in a city plagued by crime and homelessness? Join hosts Slater Harrison, Brent Birnbaum, and Troy Bond in this exciting episode of Secret Identity as they dive deep into the pages of "Nightwing: Leap into the Light," masterfully penned by Tom Taylor. With a perfect blend of playful banter and insightful analysis…

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The Cultural Impact of Superman: The Animated Series on DC's Superhero Genre and Animation Evolution 42:05

5M ago42:05

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Look up. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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2024 Best of HRIS Careers New Year Spectacular 35:24

5M ago35:24

35:24

2024 Best of HRIS Careers New Year Spectacular. In this special episode of HRIS Careers, host Troy Wallace takes listeners on a journey through the best moments from 2024. Featuring insightful clips from 11 top-notch guests, this compilation episode showcases key highlights from discussions on HR technology, implementation strategies, change manage…

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Kraven the Disappointment 19:44

6M ago19:44

19:44

What happens when a beloved comic book villain gets a cinematic makeover that misses the mark? Your grandmother dies and you never see her again. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood BREAKDOWN 1:10:54

6M ago1:10:54

1:10:54

We watch the anime Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood, you watch our breakdown. This is the law of equivalent exchange. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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Student Showcase: How Mark Syndicated His First Storage Deal 53:38

6M ago53:38

53:38

Mark Ameerali, a student of Stacy Rossetti's Storage Nerds program, shares the incredible story of how he found and acquired his first self storage deal. He dives deep into the challenges he faced, the importance of finding the right partner, and the strategies he used to analyze the deal and uncover hidden value. Discover how Mark doubled the prop…

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Mark Williams Changed My LinkedIn Life With This One Small Hack 59:52

6M ago59:52

59:52

We sit down with Mark Williams, LinkedIn expert, coach, and host of the Informed podcast, which covers everything you need to maximize LinkedIn for recruitment, job searches, business, and personal branding. Get the full show notes and here. Key Takeaways: How to optimize your LinkedIn profile to be FOUND 🎯 Why activity (commenting!) is the secret …

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The Evolution of Spider-Man: Life Story Unpacked—Relationships, Sacrifice, and the Impact on Generations of Fans 47:39

6M ago47:39

47:39

What if Spider-Man could age in real time, experiencing life’s trials and tribulations alongside the world around him? Join hosts Brent Birnbaum, Troy Bond, Slater Harrison, and Harrison in this captivating episode of Secret Identity, where they dive deep into the groundbreaking comic series "Spider-Man: Life Story" by Chip Zdarsky and Mark Bagley.…

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IMM0RTAL IRON FIST 1:08:49

6M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

in this episode, your hosts Troy Bond, Brent Birnbaum, and Slater Harrison dive into the fascinating world of Marvel’s Immortal Iron Fist. They explore the intricate legacy and the dynamic evolution of the Iron Fist persona, discussing characters like the enigmatic Orson Randall and Danny Rand's journey into understanding his true power. With the b…

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You Must Do This Before Choosing an Implementation Partner With Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intelligence 38:01

7M ago38:01

38:01

In this episode of HRIS Careers podcast, we interview Bonnie Tinder, the visionary Founder and CEO of Raven Intelligence, a peer-review platform designed to provide transparency in selecting implementation partners through unbiased peer reviews.. Bonnie is also recognized as a Top 100 Influencer in HR Technology. There was a slight delay in the rec…

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THE DARK KNIGHT Live! | Secret identity Podcast 45:51

7M ago45:51

45:51

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Troy Bond Brent Birnbaum Slater Harrison

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Can HR Data Predict Violent Workforce Behavior? With Retired FBI Agent Doug Hart 1:04:27

7M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

In this episode of the HRIS Careers Podcast, Troy Wallace interviews Doug Hart, a retired FBI Special Agent with 27 years of experience and founder of ThreatZero Solutions. Doug shares his expertise in assessing and preventing workplace threats, helping organizations implement proactive security measures. This conversation highlights actionable ins…

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