The Learning Edge Podcast

The Learning Edge Podcast - Episode 7 - feat. Dr. Nigel Paine, Author, Entrepreneur and former CLO of the BBC

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:11:12 +0000

In this episode I interview Dr. Nigel Paine, author, entrepreneur and former CLO of the BBC. Nigel shares his insights on organizational learning, the importance of trust, feedback, and fostering a growth mindset in organizations. Discover how learning culture can transform workplaces and empower individuals.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Learning and Development

03:06 The Journey into Learning

05:57 Challenging Learning Myths

08:57 The Importance of Trust in Learning

12:02 Creating a Learning Culture

14:58 Feedback as a Tool for Growth

17:50 Exploring Workplace Learning

21:04 The Great Reset and Organizational Learning

28:25 Building a Skills-Based Organization

30:11 Generative vs. Productive Learning

32:31 The Importance of Critical Thinking

34:52 Field Work in Organizational Learning

38:45 The Evolving Role of the CLO

40:19 People-Centric Approaches in Learning

43:01 Learning and Happiness Connection

46:16 Auditing Happiness in the Workplace

47:58 Motto for a Positive Work Environment

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The Learning Edge Podcast - Episode 6 - feat. Dr. Wendy Tan, Author and Founder of the Flame Center

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:51:34 +0000

Dr. Wendy Tan shares her journey into learning and development, her insights on human learning, and the impact of AI on our capabilities. Learn more about her books, Learning Agility and Smarter, and discover her innovative concepts like chambers of skills and the Flame Center's approach to developing human potential in an AI-driven world.

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The Learning Edge Podcast - Episode 5 - feat. Paula Castañeda, UN Refugee Agency

Tue, 26 May 2026 19:20:31 +0000

This interview with Paula Castañeda, Learning and Talent Development Officer at UNHCR, explores the organization's mission, the challenges of humanitarian work, and how learning and development strategies can be tailored to complex, high-risk environments. Discover insights on training, workforce agility, and the power of peer learning in the humanitarian sector.

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The Learning Edge Podcast - Episode 4 - feat. Adilson Borges, Dean, Rennes School of Business

Sun, 03 May 2026 19:24:05 +0000

In this episode, Adilson Borges, Dean of the Rennes School of Business and former CLO of Carrefour shares his journey from marketing to CLO to academia, emphasizing the importance of a test-and-learn mindset, L&D departments as agents of transformation, and the evolving role of corporate and higher education in fostering innovation and performance.

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The Learning Edge Podcast - Episode 3 - feat. Frédéric Hebert, Rise Up

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:24:52 +0000

In this episode, I talk with Frédéric Hebert, Chief Learning Officer at Rise up about staying curious, microwaves, and what corporate learning teams can learn from the IT world.

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The Learning Edge Podcast - Episode 2 - feat. Annie Peshkam, INSEAD

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:50:32 +0000

In this conversation, Eric Halvorsen interviews Annie, a professor and executive coach at INSEAD, about her journey in learning and development. They discuss the foundations of learning science, the importance of unlearning, and the role of curiosity in teaching and leadership. Annie shares insights from her experiences in executive education, the iLite program, and her research on learning in organizations. The conversation also touches on the future of learning in the context of AI and the importance of human connection in education and coaching.

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The Learning Edge Podcast - Episode 1 - feat. Nils Romier, Group Head of Learning at AXA

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:11:06 +0000

In this inaugural episode of The Learning Edge, Eric Halvorsen interviews Nils Romier, Group Head of Learning at AXA. Nils shares his journey through various roles in the learning space, including consulting, entrepreneurship, and his current position at AXA. He reflects on his early professional experiences, when he first engaged with training and change management, and how his passion for learning has been a constant throughout his career. Nils emphasizes the importance of being at the intersection of people development, organizational change, and technology.

Nils also elaborates on the multifaceted role of a CLO, highlighting the necessity of being a business partner who understands company strategies and workforce evolution. He discusses the strategic impact of learning initiatives on both individual and organizational levels, particularly during times of change.

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