Welcome to the Learning Matters podcast — your go-to source for learning leaders and consultants passionate about professional growth and making a difference in learning and development! Our exclusive content is designed to elevate your expertise in the most innovative ways. Join us for weekly insights on instructional design trends, leadership in L&D, essential training tools, and game-changing staffing strategies. We're here to keep you ahead of the curve and empower you with the knowledge you need to level up your leadership and grow your business!
Blending real-life case studies, compelling stories and invaluable insights from industry thought leaders and front-line innovators. Through behind-the-scenes glimpses and interactive Q&A sessions, we curate a dynamic experience that goes beyond inspiration. Get ready for actionable guidance that empowers your team and expands your freelance learning business. We're not just here to inspire; we're your source for practical advice and career-boosting tips, ensuring you create truly impactful learning experiences.
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EP 49: Reinventing L&D: Why Learning Teams Must Think Like a Business in 2025
🎙️ In this episode of Learning Matters, Doug sits down with Dr. Eli Bendet-Taicher, Head of Global Learning & Talent Development at Wix, for a powerful conversation about the future of Learning & Development.
Eli shares why L&D teams must think like a business, how to prove ROI beyond smile sheets, and what it really takes to earn a seat at the table. From data-driven decision making to leveraging AI to cut production time in half, Eli offers a blueprint for building a high-impact learning function that drives performance, behavior change, and real business value.
You’ll learn:
• Why L&D must operate like a “boutique business” inside the business
• How to use data and storytelling to influence leaders and secure budget
• What metrics truly matter (and why completion rates aren’t enough)
• How Wix’s internal learning team predicts and solves skill gaps fast
• The role of AI in scaling learning experiences and boosting efficiency
• Why proactive L&D teams will lead the next industry revolution
• Eli’s career journey — from nuclear physics to award-winning L&D leader
Whether you’re an L&D professional, HR leader, instructional designer, or someone passionate about learning strategy, this episode is packed with practical insights you can use right away.
🔗 Connect with Dr. Eli Bendet-Taicher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-eli-bendet-taicher/
At ttcInnovations, we help businesses create lasting change with immersive learning experiences. Through instructional strategy, design, and content development we empower employee confidence, performance, and results.
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20 Nov 2025
EP 48: The Future of Learning in Home Care: Interactive, Personalized, and AI-Enhanced
In this episode of Learning Matters, we sit down with Marla Franklin, Director of Learning & Development at a major home care provider, to discuss the strategies reshaping training in 2025.
Marla shares powerful insights on:
✔ Customized and interactive learning design
✔ Training across 420+ agency locations
✔ Building scalable leadership models (including her Pieces Model)
✔ Transitioning from live to virtual training in healthcare
✔ Using AI as a first-draft partner in L&D
✔ Creating community and reducing learner isolation
✔ Saving organizations hundreds of thousands through better program design
Whether you’re in home care, corporate learning, or leadership development, this episode delivers practical tips you can use right away.
📌 Connect with Marla Franklin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlafranklin/
At ttcInnovations, we help businesses create lasting change with immersive learning experiences. Through instructional strategy, design, and content development we empower employee confidence, performance, and results.
💡 Looking for custom learning experiences without licensing fees? Contact us for a free consultation! https://bit.ly/4aOhPKq
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6 Nov 2025
EP 47: Putting People First: A Human-Centered Approach to Learning in a Digital World
In this episode of Learning Matters, host Doug Wooldridge sits down with Dr. Katie Campbell, Senior Director of Learning and Talent Management at a Fortune 1000 data and financial services company.
Dr. Campbell shares how she’s reimagining leadership development—moving beyond the traditional Nine Box model to create a values-driven, data-informed approach that actually builds stronger leaders.
From embracing AI with a human touch to designing learning experiences that truly align with business goals, Katie offers practical strategies for anyone shaping the future of work and learning.
You’ll hear about:
✅ Rethinking succession planning and leadership pipelines
✅ How to make learning programs more human-centered
✅ Practical ways to drive AI adoption in the workplace
✅ Why values-based assessment beats one-size-fits-all models
✅ Katie’s personal journey—and the advice she’d give her younger self
Whether you’re a learning leader, HR professional, or simply passionate about talent development, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about the role of learning in a rapidly changing world.
🔗 Connect with Dr. Katie Campbell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkatiecampbell/
At ttcInnovations, we help businesses create lasting change with immersive learning experiences. Through instructional strategy, design, and content development we empower employee confidence, performance, and results.
💡 Looking for custom learning experiences without licensing fees? Contact us for a free consultation! https://bit.ly/4aOhPKq
🤝 Need extra hands fast? Try staff augmentation! Click here to get matched with experts in 48 hours - no job posting needed. https://bit.ly/3RiEfLT
🚀 Simplify outsourcing with our subscription plans - predictable pricing and limitless innovation. Book a meeting for your free first week! https://bit.ly/3RiEfLT
🎯 Boost results with serious games for optimal retention and results. Contact our Sales team to learn more: https://bit.ly/3RiEfLT
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