Work 2.0: The Podcast

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• Who Wins When White-Collar Jobs Get Pushed Below The Algorithm? With Sangeet Paul Choudary, Ep. #31 01.06.2026 30λ

  What actually happens when AI doesn’t just automate tasks, but reorganizes how work is coordinated, who holds power inside organizations, and which roles remain economically defensible? In this episode, Rachel Wells discusses with Sangeet Paul Choudary — author of Reshuffle: Who Wins When AI Stacks the Knowledge Economy — how work is being redesigned and “reshuffled” in the AI era, and who holds ultimate control.You’ll hear:* How AI shifts skill premiums from people into tools and platforms* The “below the algorithm” risk: when expert judgment is absorbed by models* How to capture new value and stay entrepreneurial in a rapidly-evolving AI-centered worldWho should listen* Leaders redesigning orgs and teams* People in knowledge work who are worried about role value and career strategy* Strategists, product managers, and HR/people ops leaders exploring practical AI adoptionOrder Sangeet’s book, Reshuffle: Who Wins When AI Stacks the Knowledge Economy.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Who Keeps Us Safe When AI Writes Its Own Code? With Scott Beale (CEO of ISC2), Ep. #30 28.05.2026 27λ

  In the race to deploy AI, are we skipping the obvious safety measures that would prevent harm? ISC2’s new CEO, Scott Beale, and I map a practical roadmap for leaders: secure‑by‑design, measured AI safety KPIs, and turning “shadow AI” from an organizational embarrassment into a governed advantage.Three quick takeaways* If you can’t measure AI safety, you can’t govern it — safety metrics must sit beside revenue and churn on the dashboard.* Banning AI drives usage underground; certification, role‑based permissions, and monitored adoption create control.* Cyber professionals will shift from rote operations to judgment, governance, and cross‑functional leadership.Who should listen* CEOs and boards deciding on AI adoption and funding* CISOs, security teams, and tech leaders planning workforce reskilling* Policy-makers, nonprofit leaders, and anyone focused on AI ethics and organizational risk🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Tabitha Brown on Building a Business Empire From Authenticity, Ep. #29 25.05.2026 21λ

  In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells interviews Tabitha Brown about the business behind her brand and warmth. Best known for her viral moments and soulful vegan cooking, Tabitha reveals the strategic choices that turned spontaneity into a sustainable brand: closing a restaurant and pivoting into retail, building family-led partnerships, protecting human connection in an AI era, and her plans for a production company focused on supernatural, soul‑centered storytelling.Listen for practical advice on:* How small, consistent actions compound into opportunity* Why in‑the‑moment authenticity is irreplaceable* And how to collaborate with loved ones without blurring boundaries. Warm, candid, and deeply practical, this conversation offers takeaways for creators, leaders, and anyone building something that outlasts AI. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Adecco CEO Denis Machuel Explains The AI Workplace Readiness Gap Crisis, Ep. #28 21.05.2026 24λ

  What does it take to scale AI across an organization? Rachel Wells talks with Denis Machuel, CEO of Adecco Group, about key findings from the newly-released 2026 Business Leaders Report — a survey of 2,000 C‑suite leaders across 13 countries. The conversation reveals a worrying gap: the proportion of “future‑ready” organizations has dropped, and only a minority of leaders have talent strategies that clearly show how AI will create opportunities for workers. Denis argues that successful AI adoption hinges on people‑centered leadership: measuring trust as a business metric, co‑designing job changes with employees, prioritizing upskilling (only 22% of leaders feel confident they’re developing AI skills), and deploying agents where they augment frontline work. He shares real examples from Adecco on how co‑design and focusing agents on client‑facing processes have increased job satisfaction and adoption. A must‑listen for leaders who want to avoid resistance and wasted investment, and instead build an AI‑enabled workforce that works with people, not to replace them.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Leading Artemis II: NASA's Vanessa Wyche on Mission, Teams, and "Grit," Ep. #27 18.05.2026 19λ

  Join Rachel Wells for a conversation with Vanessa Wyche, Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, who led teams on the ground through the Artemis II mission. Vanessa breaks down how mission success is engineered through readiness and systems thinking, and defines “gritty” leadership.She also shares how NASA is bringing AI into everyday work with a “summer of AI” that invited teams to experiment. If you work in high‑stakes decision‑making, building lasting leadership pipelines, or practical AI adoption across functions, this episode is for you.What you’ll learn* How NASA tested Artemis II and built team structures that demand clear judgment * The “summer of AI” approach: treating AI as a tool for every role, from comms to engineers * Vanessa’s leadership framework: vision, readiness, and what “grit” means🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• TikTok, Weddings, Airports: The Weird New Places Companies Recruit, with Dr. Jasmine Escalera (Zety), Ep. #26 11.05.2026 20λ

  What happens when AI makes every resume look perfect? On this episode of Work 2.0 Rachel sits down with Dr. Jasmine Escalera, career expert at Zety, to unpack the rise of “off‑the‑clock” recruiting — hiring that happens in real life, outside job boards and ATS.Highlights you’ll hear:* Shocking hiring hotspots: hiring conversations are happening in restaurants (42%), grocery stores (32%) and even airports (20%).* Why TikTok is now a recruitment channel (it ranked #1 in Zety’s social media research).* Practical advice for candidates and hiring leaders to play the game of offline recruiting fairly to get a win-winWhether you hire, hire for, or are looking for work, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for surprising data, practical tips, and a human‑first take on the future of recruiting.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Coaching for Performance in The Age of AI, With Tiffany Gaskell (CEO, Performance Consultants), Ep. #25 10.05.2026 19λ

  In this episode Rachel speaks with Tiffany Gaskell, CEO of Performance Consultants and co‑author of Coaching for Performance, about how AI is reshaping leadership — for better and worse. The interview unpacks the central tension leaders face today: AI can drive enormous efficiency, but when used as a substitute for presence it can erode trust, psychological safety, and long‑term innovation.Should AI coaches replace human coaches in the professional development and transformation space?Listen to Gaskell’s take and discover what it takes to lead and coach teams in the AI era.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Why Every Founder Needs to Build a Content Engine, With Tyler Denk (beehiiv), Ep. #24 04.05.2026 20λ

  In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells sits down with Tyler Denk, CEO and co‑founder of beehiiv, to explore how creators, founders, and organizations should rethink content in an AI‑enabled world. Tyler — who helped build Morning Brew’s tech and growth engine and launched beehiiv in 2021 — explains why creator-led strategies are becoming essential business infrastructure, how AI can augment (not replace) unique human expertise, and the practical steps creators can take to scale multi‑channel businesses and monetize effectively.What we coverWhy “abundance” and “diversity” are the defining words for the next wave of creators.How founder‑led marketing builds long‑term customer relationships and brand trust.Practical monetization options creators should consider: ads, subscriptions, and digital products.How AI and custom tools (MCP integrations) can automate tedious tasks — from subject‑line testing to advertiser reports — letting creators focus on differentiated, one‑of‑one content.Key takeawaysVisibility is a long‑funnel business asset — content from founders and leaders converts over time.Use AI to augment workflows (editing, testing, reporting), but prioritize lived experience, unique analysis, and personal perspective that AI cannot replicate.Choose platforms that align with your business model and offer portability and monetization options — avoid closed ecosystems that extract revenue or lock you in.Consistency and experimentation are non‑negotiable for building durable audience businesses.Listen, subscribe, and share — full episode and clips available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Work 2.0’s newsletter. Want exclusive clips and behind‑the‑scenes insights? Subscribe via the link in bio. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• What Employers Actually Want From The Class of 2026 (It’s Not What You Think), With Ian Bell, Ep. #23 27.04.2026 15λ

  In this episode Rachel Wells sits down with Ian Bell, Senior Vice President of Global Talent Management at Sedgwick, to discuss how graduates can stand out in an AI‑shaped job market. Ian explains:* Which human skills still matter to employers* How to tell the story behind your achievements* And why emotional intelligence and adaptability are now the real competitive advantages. You’ll hear practical tips for showcasing impact, thriving in ambiguity, and demonstrating confidence — plus a concrete example of how AI is already being used to surface insights in HR.Tune in for actionable advice for new grads (and anyone changing careers) who want to move beyond polished resumes and show employers the qualities that machines can’t replicate.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Human Jobs Obsolete? Inside The Race To AGI, With "Father of AGI" Dr. Ben Goertzel, Ep. #22 20.04.2026 28λ

  In this urgent, eye‑opening episode of Work 2.0: The Podcast, host Rachel Wells sits down with the father of AGI, Dr. Ben Goertzel (CEO, SingularityNET) to unpack AGI: what it means, how close it really is, and why the next few years could reshape work, wealth, and human purpose. Ben explains the technical ingredients still needed for human‑level AI, the risks of centralized rollout, and a hopeful—yet realistic—vision of abundance if AGI is built with global participation and compassion. If you’re worried about job displacement, curious about UBI, or want practical advice on skills that will matter, this conversation provides clear, actionable insight.Why listen?* Learn why Ben thinks human‑level AGI could arrive within years — and what that means for jobs.* Discover the most resilient skills (math, science, human judgment, rapid adaptability).* Hear a utopian and a cautionary roadmap for rollout, governance, and global equity. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Doing What Scares You: Artemis II Astronaut Christina Koch on Risk, Repair, and Legacy, Ep. #21 17.04.2026 6λ

  Special episode alert:Christina Koch, astronaut and self‑described “space plumber,” sits down with Rachel Wells for a wide‑ranging short conversation about her Artemis II mission: * What it’s really like to work on the far side of the Moon* The qualities and mantras that enabled her to succeed* And her mission to inspire the next generation of women in STEM🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• The Story Behind Artemis II’s Plushie That’s Captivating NASA Fans, With Freelancer.com's Director of Innovation Trisha Epp, Ep. #20 14.04.2026 23λ

  Rachel Wells sits down with Trisha Epp, Director of Innovation at Freelancer.com, to unpack one of the most heartwarming and unexpected stories from Artemis II: the Rise plushie floating in zero gravity. Trisha explains how NASA turned to open innovation to crowdsource a zero-gravity indicator, why the winning design captured the world’s imagination, and how a second-grader’s idea became a historic symbol aboard the spacecraft. Along the way, she reveals behind-the-scenes details about the NASA–Freelancer.com collaboration.Beyond the Rise plushie, Trisha shares how Freelancer.com matches niche expertise to high-stakes problems—from spaceflight software updates to genome-editing research—and why prize competitions and crowdsourcing are changing how organizations solve impossible challenges. Whether you’re curious about Artemis II, dreaming of turning a side hustle into a business, or looking for creative ways to monetize specialized skills, this episode offers practical advice, inspiring stories, and a new perspective on the future of work and innovation.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• The Oscars, 450 Staff, And A Power Outage. A Masterclass In High-Stakes Leadership, With Wolfgang & Byron Puck, Ep. #19 30.03.2026 30λ

  What really happens behind the Oscars? Rachel Wells sits down with culinary legend Wolfgang Puck and his son Byron, who reveal how they lead 450 staff and deliver under pressure on Hollywood’s biggest night.Learn how a team of hundreds, restaurant‑level standards, multiple live stations (from sushi to black‑truffle pasta), and on‑the‑spot problem solving make a flawless night possible. Wolfgang shares vivid anecdotes — from building kitchens in parking lots to handling a sudden power outage — while Byron reflects on legacy, mentorship, and taking the pressure that builds great hospitality. Perfect for leaders, founders, and anyone curious about high‑stakes operations and succession planning. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• Busywork Or Meaningful Work? Here's How This Founder Is Redesigning Time With AI, With Meet-Ting CEO Dan Bulteel, Ep. #18 23.03.2026 15λ

  In this episode Rachel Wells speaks with Dan Bulteel, co‑founder and CEO of an AI calendar startup (Meet-Ting). We dig into why meetings consume so much of leaders’ time, how better clarity and intelligent scheduling can reclaim that time, and what the future of corporate connection could look like as AI augments our workflows. Expect practical perspective from an early‑stage founder who’s already live in multiple markets and thinking big about time, people and productivity.Follow Meet-Ting on Substack: Chief Ting. Share your thoughts or questions for Dan in the episode comments, and subscribe for more conversations about the future of work, creativity, and AI.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• AI, The "30-Million" Mission, & The No.1 Creative Skill Leaders Need In 2026, With Adobe VP Stacy Martinet, Ep. #17 13.03.2026 11λ

  In this quick-fire episode of Work 2.0, host Rachel Wells sits down with Stacy Martinet, Adobe’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications, and former CMO at Mashable, to explore how AI is reshaping creativity, why visual communication is becoming an essential career skill, and what makes human creativity irreplaceable. Key takeaways from the conversation:* AI is accelerating the demand for creativity * Human creativity is being redefined* Adobe’s Digital Academy targets upskilling 30 million people with AI + creativity training * and much more.Follow Work 2.0 on your preferred podcast platform, share your thoughts or questions for Stacy in the episode comments, and subscribe for more conversations about the future of work, creativity, and AI.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• AI, Learning Engines, & The DEEP Approach, With Pearson CTO Dave Treat, Ep. #16 02.03.2026 21λ

  In this episode, Rachel Wells chats with Dave Treat, CTO/CIO at Pearson, about how AI can truly boost learning and workplace productivity.Dave talks through:* Pairing AI with paired with strong skills diagnostics, embedded upskilling, and thoughtful redesign of work* Why treating AI as an “answer engine” fails* And the DEEP frameworkPlus, listen towards the end for Dave’s take on the most important skill for the next five years.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• How to Lead Without Command & Embed a "Coaching Culture," With Ex-Salesforce Exec Ian Walker, Ep. #15 02.02.2026 30λ

  Rachel joins Ian Walker, an L&D and business ops exec whose career spans WarnerMedia, Nike, Cisco, and Salesforce, to talk about leadership, coaching at scale, and how AI is reshaping work and coaching. Ian shares lessons from leading teams of up to 150 people, building coaching cultures, helping leaders coach their managers, and balancing AI tooling with human-to-human coaching.They cover:* How to tap into fresh ideas and innovation within your team* How to create a leadership coaching culture* What coaching looks like in the age of AIYou can send your questions for Rachel or Ian via the podcast channels and join the conversation next Monday for a new episode.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• AI Skill Expectations In Job Ads To Jump 50% By 2027, With Ladders CEO Marc Cenedella, Ep. #14 15.12.2025 18λ

  Join Rachel Wells for a lively, practical conversation with Marc Cenedella, CEO of Ladders, about how AI is reshaping high‑paying jobs and what professionals must do now to stay relevant.You’ll learn:* The single most important career skill for 2026 and beyond.* Which industries and roles are adopting AI fastest* How employers are thinking about AI in $100K+ job postings today * Simple, actionable upskilling micro‑goals you can start this week (Marc’s fun tip: put different AI models in conversation to learn their strengths).🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or friend.(Sorry this podcast was recorded as audio-only so no camera today) Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• AI, "Soft" Skills & The Future of Cybersecurity—A Candid Talk with ISC2’s COO, Casey Marks, Ep. #13 24.11.2025 23λ

  In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells sits down with Casey Marks, COO of ISC2—the global certifying body behind the world’s most recognized cybersecurity credentials—to unpack the next decade of work in an AI-driven world.From the power of “soft skills” (spoiler: they’re not soft anymore) to the rise of entry-level cybersecurity pathways that don’t require a degree, Casey pulls back the curtain on how AI is reshaping the job market, and why everyone (not just tech teams) needs to be thinking about security.He also gives a surprising take on whether “cybersecurity” will even be called cybersecurity in ten years’ time.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:* Why every role now includes a cybersecurity dimension, even if you’re in HR or operations.* Why degrees alone are no longer enough to land high-paying tech roles, and what employers actually look for.* The underrated skills that separate successful tech professionals from the rest.* I also ask Casey a cheeky question at the end, so stay until the end to hear his answer!🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode if you’re building a future-ready leadership mindset. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe
• What Does It Really Take To Be A Leader In 2026? With Leadership Coach Jaymie Pottinger, Ep. #12 30.10.2025 22λ

  What does it really take to lead in 2026 and beyond?In this energizing and deeply practical episode of Work 2.0, I sit down with Jamie Pottinger—leadership consultant, speaker, and author of The FACE of Leadership—to unpack the traits, mindsets, and behaviors that define next-generation leadership.We explore:* Why failure is the starting point of true leadership* How AI is forcing leaders to rethink agility, self-awareness, and innovation* The 8-part FACE framework* How to build a culture where feedback (or “feed-forward”) is safe, ongoing, and honest* Why leaders stuck in “the way things have always been done” are holding their organizations backJamie shares hard-earned insights from his research and coaching work, along with real-world frameworks that today’s leaders can apply immediately, especially in AI-disrupted workplaces.If you’re a founder, executive, middle manager, or rising team lead, this episode is a blueprint for resilient, relevant leadership in the new world of work.Grab Jamie’s book The FACE of Leadership on Amazon, Kindle, and Barnes & Noble.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode if you’re building a future-ready leadership mindset. Get full access to Work 2.0 at therealrachelwells.substack.com/subscribe