It’s Season 2 — and Marcia and Meghan are back with a fresh HR Reset for 2026. From “damp January” and espresso martinis to the serious stuff: what leaders actually need to focus on this year if they want to hit goals, keep great people, and avoid burnout.
They dig into the big themes shaping HR right now: why most HR teams aren’t ready for AI, how culture is getting harder to define (and easier to lose), what “skills-first hiring” really means, and why HR has a huge opportunity to move from checkbox support to true strategic advisor.
If you’re an HR leader, CEO, or people manager trying to make sense of AI, hybrid work, retention, and leadership development—this episode is your 2026 starting line.
In this episode:
- AI in HR: why companies are behind and what to do next
- Skills-first hiring and the “quiet hiring” shift
- Culture, retention, and what hybrid work breaks (and can fix)
- Why leadership development is the real bottleneck
- Transparency, communication, and “the three C’s” CEOs need now
What is HR After Dark With Marcia & Meghan?
In the world of Human Resources, staying updated on the latest insights, trends, and discussions is crucial. But why settle for the ordinary when you can have the extraordinary?
Join Marcia and Meghan as they bring a fresh perspective to the HR landscape, adding a twist to every conversation. Whether you're an HR professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, a business leader seeking innovative HR solutions, or simply curious about the inner workings of the modern workplace, HR After Dark is your go-to destination.
But here's the best part: HR After Dark isn't your typical HR podcast. Prepare for candid discussions, unexpected insights, and maybe even a few laughs along the way. After all, who said HR couldn't be fun?