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Latest episodes

What Is L&D For? Identity, Impact and Agency with Andrew Jacobs

October 12, 2026 · 46 min

Andrew Jacobs joins the pod to explore what L&D is really for and why the profession's identity has to shift from producing courses to engineering performance. Drawing on a career that spans retail banking, the fire service, retail and…
Writing the AI Playbook in Real Time With Danny Barrow

September 28, 2026 · 39 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Danny Barrow, Lead Learning Program Manager at Ridgeline - an innovative Investment Management company - to explore how AI has reshaped what Danny believes his…
AI for People Professionals with Erica Farmer

September 14, 2026 · 46 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David is joined by Erica Farmer to discuss her new book ‘AI for People Professionals: Understand How to Use Artificial Intelligence in Your HR Role.’ Erica shares the experiences that…
Power Skills, Global Academies and Transforming L&D at Merlin with Rob Peacock

August 31, 2026 · 48 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Rob Peacock, Director of Leadership & Learning at Merlin Entertainments, to discuss the transformation journey of the global learning function. They look at…
The Learning & Development Podcast Live: Common L&D Myths on Trial

August 17, 2026 · 52 min

Step inside the courtroom of Learning & Development, where long-held beliefs are called to the stand and only evidence, experience, and impact will determine the verdict. This high-energy, live episode brings together three of L&D’s most…

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Rebuilding L&D for an AI-Driven World with Larry Durham & Jonathan Eighteen

August 3, 2026 · 52 min

In this episode, David James is joined by Larry Durham, President of St. Charles Consulting Group, and Jonathan Eighteen, Global Head of Consulting and Advisory Services at NIIT, to explore the findings of the 2026 Learning Transformation…
Running L&D Like a Business with Tracie Cantu

July 20, 2026 · 48 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Tracie Cantu to discuss her book Running L&D Like a Business. Tracie shares the L&D leadership experience that shaped her perspective and what compelled her to…
The Frontline Enablement Playbook: Bridging the Gap for the World’s Most Essential Workforce with JD Dillon

July 7, 2026 · 54 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by JD Dillon to celebrate the launch of his new book, The Frontline Enablement Playbook. They explore why the traditional L&D toolkit often fails the deskless…
Beyond Content: Rebuilding L&D Around The Transformation Triangle with Egle Vinauskaite

June 22, 2026 · 45 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Egle Vinauskaite to discuss the launch of her highly anticipated follow-up to the ‘Race for Impact’ report. They explore the core objectives behind this new…
Strength in Chaos: Leadership Development for an Unpredictable World With Kevin Black

June 9, 2026 · 42 min

In this episode, Kevin Black joins David to explore why leadership so often feels chaotic and why most leadership development fails to prepare leaders for that reality. Together, they examine the gap between how leadership is taught and…
Navigating a Shifting L&D Jobs Market with Nick Jones

May 26, 2026 · 46 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Nick Jones of Blue Eskimo to discuss the state of the industry following the launch of the 2026 Blue Eskimo Work & Salary Report. Nick dives into the current…
7 Steps to Better Learning Engagement, A Blueprint for Creating Impactful L&D, Live in NYC with Becky Willis

May 12, 2026 · 60 min

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Becky Willis to break down the essential components of her new book, 7 Steps to Better Learning Engagement: A Blueprint for Creating Impactful L&D. Together…

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About the show

The Learning & Development Podcast is a fortnightly topical podcast show for L&D professionals hosted by David James and presented by 360Learning. In each episode David discusses and debates topics affecting the profession alongside expert guests. David James is the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and a highly respected voice in the Learning & Development industry. With a focus on harnessing technology to drive impactful learning strategies, David is recognised as one of the top global influencers in the L&D space. The Learning & Development Podcast has amassed over 1M downloads and ranks in the top 1% of podcasts globally. With nearly 40,000 LinkedIn followers, David continues to shape the conversation around L&D innovation and best practices, drawing on his deep experience, including his time as Director of Learning, Talent & Organisational Development at The Walt Disney Company. In 2026, David was honoured with the Colin Steed Award for Outstanding Contribution to Learning at The Learning Awards, presented by The LPI (Learning & Performance Institute), recognising his ongoing impact and leadership in advancing the L&D profession. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjameslinkedin/ Website: https://www.360learning.com/