Powering Potential with Robert Walters

Hosted by Robert Walters

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May 2026

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Powering potential with Robert Walters is our global podcast series bringing together business leaders, recruitment experts and career growth specialists to share their insights and views on the latest hiring and career growth trends. So whether you’re an industry leader, people manager or job seeker, our podcast series has something for you.

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June 15, 2026Episode 851 min

AI in Action: E8 Nicki Auret - AI and the impact on your talent pipeline

Welcome to the 8th episode of the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, in this episode, Nicki Auret, Chief People Officer at ICBC Standard Bank, shares expert insights on navigating the intersection of AI, ethics, and workforce strategy.Nicki delves into how organisations can harness AI-driven innovation while maintaining a human-centric approach, covering topics like upskilling employees, fostering ethical decision-making, and adapting to rapid change. This session, offers actionable strategies for building resilient teams and rethinking traditional workforce models.Listen to the full episode now to gain valuable insights into shaping the future of work in an AI-powered world.

May 12, 2026Episode 739 min

AI in Action: E7 Richard Brown - Blockchain, technology, and the future of work

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode examines how blockchain and decentralised finance are transforming the financial sector.Joining them is Richard Brown, CEO at R3 Labs, who shares R3’s journey from a blockchain consultancy to a pioneer in bridging traditional finance with decentralised finance. Richard discusses tokenising real-world assets, engaging crypto-native investors, and harnessing emerging technologies like AI to drive innovation and workforce transformation.Tune in to discover how Richard is helping organisations tackle challenges such as regulation and security while enabling teams to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.

April 17, 2026Episode 640 min

AI in Action: E6 AI and Learning & Development

Welcome to Episode 6 of the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode explores how AI is transforming learning and development in the workplace. Together, they discuss how organisations can adapt to rapid technological change while fostering creativity and psychological safety.Joining Tom and Faye is Kelsey Kates, a trailblazer in corporate learning who spent over a decade at Google designing award-winning programmes that impacted more than 20,000 Googlers globally. Known for her innovative approach to learning, centred on playfulness and joy, Kelsey shares her thoughts on how AI can automate repetitive tasks while enabling humans to focus on connection, curiosity, and authentic communication.Listen now to discover how businesses can embrace AI as a tool for empowerment while unlocking their workforce’s full potential.

March 18, 2026Episode 536 min

AI in Action: E5 Future-Proof: What AI really means for early careers

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode delves into how AI is reshaping the future of early careers and talent acquisition.Tom and Faye are joined by Stephen Isherwood, Joint Chief Executive of the Institute of Student Employers (ISE), who shares his expert insights on the evolving landscape of early careers recruitment. From addressing the challenges of declining graduate vacancies to exploring how AI is being used by both employers and candidates, Stephen provides a data-driven perspective on what lies ahead for students and businesses alike.Listen now to discover how organisations can future-proof their talent pipelines, embrace innovation responsibly, and navigate the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to early careers in today’s competitive market.

March 3, 2026Episode 439 min

AI in Action: E4 The Workforce Rewrite: What AI is really changing

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode explores how AI is reshaping the future of work and enterprise innovation.Tom and Faye are joined by Joe Baguley, Chief Technology Officer at Broadcom, who shares his expert insights on the real-world applications of AI in enterprises. From augmenting human capabilities to navigating private AI solutions, Joe discusses how organisations can unlock value from AI while addressing challenges like security, productivity, and workforce transformation.Listen now to discover how businesses can embrace AI as a tool for empowerment and growth in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.

January 22, 2026Episode 338 min

AI in Action: E3 Breaking bias: How AI can drive fairer recruitment

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the ‘Powering Potential with Robert Walters’ podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode delves into how organisations can address bias and algorithmic discrimination in recruitment processes.Tom and Faye are joined by Birgit Neu, a Senior DEI Advisor specialising in inclusion, AI, and the future of work. Formerly the Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at HSBC and named Head of Diversity of the Year at the European Diversity Awards, Birgit shares her expert insights on identifying vulnerable recruitment processes and practical strategies to mitigate bias.Listen now to gain actionable advice on fostering fairness, inclusion, and trust in an AI-driven hiring landscape.

December 10, 2025Episode 247 min

AI in Action: E2 Ethical AI and the future of hiring

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the ‘Powering Potential with Robert Walters’ podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation, this episode explores how ethical AI is reshaping recruitment and talent acquisition.Tom and Faye are joined by Martyn Redstone, a leading voice in ethical AI who dives into key topics like governance, bias mitigation, transparency, and the critical role of human expertise in an AI-powered future. Gain actionable insights to implement AI responsibly while fostering trust, compliance, and innovation within your organization.Listen now and discover how to implement AI responsibly.

December 10, 2025Episode 143 min

AI in Action: E1 The human advantage in Talent Acquisition

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the 'Powering Potential' with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation, this episode explores how AI is reshaping talent acquisition.Tom and Faye are joined by Matt Hesketh, Head of Talent for the Middle East and UAE at HSBC, who shares his expertise on balancing automation with human connection in recruitment. Together, they discuss ethical AI use, improving candidate experiences, and leveraging data-driven insights to refine hiring strategies.Listen now to uncover how AI is transforming recruitment.

February 17, 2025Episode 126 min

Cryptocurrency Universe - E1 - Courtnay Guimarães, Head of Digital Assets – Bradesco

Courtnay Guimarães é Head of Digital Assets do Bradesco e compartilha conosco sua experiência na área de Criptomoedas.Neste podcast, ele aborda assunto como os desafios deste segmento atualmente, estratégias do mercado, além de dicas e conselhos para quem quer ingressar neste campo.

October 25, 2024Episode 55 min

Prepárate para tu entrevista de trabajo

En este episodio te contamos cómo prepararte para una entrevista de trabajo. La entrevista de trabajo suele ser la primera toma de contacto con el personal de selección, por lo que necesitas haberla preparado adecuadamente para así aumentar tus posibilidades de éxito y mejorar tu imagen como candidato.