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HR Bytes

Jay Polaki

Booking Overview

This interview-led HR and technology show focuses on digital transformation, people analytics, artificial intelligence, and the future of work, featuring external HR leaders and experienced practitioners. PR agencies could credibly pitch CHROs, People Operations leaders, HR technology specialists, and workplace transformation experts with practical implementation experience; booking difficulty is low because guests are established professionals rather than highly prominent public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 54

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 912 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

wrkdefined@gmail.com

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Host

Jay Polaki - Founder and CEO of HR Geckos with more than 25 years of global experience transforming HR functions across diverse industries. Jay also contributes to HR Brew, Forbes, and HRD.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Senior HR, People Operations, recruiting, or HR technology professionals with direct experience implementing digital transformation, artificial intelligence, automation, people analytics, or workplace initiatives.
Required Achievements:  
Leading HR or People Operations functions, Implementing HR technology, automation, or HRIS initiatives, Managing workforce transformation, recruiting, employee experience, or compliance programs, Practical expertise in applying artificial intelligence to HR

Recent Guest Discussions

Njon Sanders - Artificial Intelligence And Llms In HR, Automation, ATS Limitations, Recruiting, DEI, Reskilling, And Maintaining Human Connection In People Operations.

Ann Osten - Practical AI Adoption For HR Teams Of One, HR Automation, Multi-state Leave And Pay Law Compliance, And Preserving The Human Element In Digital Hr.

Mary Williams - The Evolution Of HR Technology, Artificial Intelligence And Automation, Employee Engagement, Burnout, Hybrid Work, And Adapting To Workplace Change.

Jon-Paul Ales-Barnicoat - Artificial Intelligence In Recruiting And Leadership, Career Journeys, Technology-enabled HR, Qualification Versus Disqualification, And Keeping Human Connection Central To Recruiting.

Recent Topics

Business, Human Resources, Hr Technology, People Analytics, Employee Experience

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
HR Bytes
:

Moving HR From Generative To Agentic AI

September 24, 2026

This episode of HR Bytes (S5E6) helps HR leaders understand the practical shift from generative AI to agentic AI at work, and what it means for their careers. A veteran CHRO with 25-plus years in people operations explains where AI already saves time in HR, which tasks are safe to automate first, and how to keep trust and human connection intact while adopting new tools. Listeners deciding whether to start using AI in HR will learn how to begin without being an expert, how to choose tools b...

HR Bytes S5E5: Jay Polaki in conversation with Njon Sanders

June 28, 2026

AI, People Ops & Keeping the Human Touch in HR featuring Njon Sanders About Your Host & Guest Jay Polaki is the Founder and CEO of HR Geckos, bringing 25+ years of global experience transforming HR functions across diverse industries. Jay's mission is to automate HR processes while keeping the human touch — focusing on what matters most: people. A regular contributor to HR Brew, Forbes, and HRD, Jay hosts the HR Bytes podcast and leads the development of HRGeckoBot, HR Geckos' AI copilot fo...

HR Bytes S5E4: Jay Polaki in conversation with Ann Osten

March 31, 2026

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), sits down with Ann Osten, a seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of experience spanning nonprofits, for-profits, education, military environments, and consulting. Currently serving as the sole HR professional at Consortium — an 80-person organization operating across multiple states — Ann brings a grounded, practical perspective on navigating AI, automation, and the evolving world of HR as an HR team of one. Throug...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
HR Bytes
:

How do I get in touch with HR Bytes?

HR Bytes is hosted by Jay Polaki. Its publicly listed email is wrkdefined@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for HR Bytes?

The publicly listed email for HR Bytes: wrkdefined@gmail.com.

How many listeners does HR Bytes have?

Podseeker estimates HR Bytes reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for HR Bytes?

HR Bytes typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Senior HR, People Operations, recruiting, or HR technology professionals with direct experience implementing digital transformation, artificial intelligence, automation, people analytics, or workplace initiatives. Common among recent guests: Leading HR or People Operations functions; Implementing HR technology, automation, or HRIS initiatives; Managing workforce transformation, recruiting, employee experience, or compliance programs. Recent guests include Njon Sanders, Ann Osten, and Mary Williams.

How hard is it to get booked on HR Bytes?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does HR Bytes cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Human Resources, Hr Technology, People Analytics, and Employee Experience. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

wrkdefined@gmail.com

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