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Talent Acquisition In The Trenches

Matt Rimer, Ryan Affolter

Booking Overview

An interview podcast focused on frontline talent acquisition, recruiting operations, and HR technology, it typically features senior executives and practitioners from recruiting and workforce-technology companies. Agencies could credibly pitch talent acquisition leaders, recruiting-technology founders, and experts in hiring data, artificial intelligence, referrals, background screening, or employer branding; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally hold senior industry roles.

Metrics

Episodes: 62

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

mike@weareironbound.com

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Host

Matt Rimer - Talent acquisition professional focused on frontline recruiting strategy and recruiting operations.

Ryan Affolter - Digital and recruiting innovator at RogueHire with expertise in talent acquisition and recruiting technology.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Senior talent acquisition, recruiting, human resources, or workforce-technology leaders with direct operational expertise and practical insights from leading teams or products.
Required Achievements:  
Executive leadership at recruiting, human resources, or workforce-technology companies, Development or implementation of recruiting technology, data, automation, or talent acquisition strategies

Recent Guest Discussions

Mike Stafiej - Employee Referral Automation, Referral Data, Internal Mobility, Healthcare Recruiting, And Reducing Agency Spend

Jon Bischke - Recruiting Data Quality, Candidate Intelligence, Outbound Recruiting, Artificial Intelligence, And Recruiter Productivity

Devin Martinez - Background Checks, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Continuous Monitoring, And Pre-boarding

Ashley OConnor - Generative Engine Optimization, Employer Brand, Candidate Experience, And Recruitment Marketing

Ariana Moon - Talent Acquisition Strategy, Artificial Intelligence In Hiring, Ghost Jobs, Fair Hiring, And Candidate Intent

Recent Topics

Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Healthcare, Human Resources, Hiring Technology

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Talent Acquisition In The Trenches
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Episode 61: Anil Dharni - Unleashing the Power of Data with Special Guest: Sense

October 10, 2026

If your engagement strategy is a disjointed mess of "black hole" applications and one-way outreach, you aren’t just losing candidates -- you’re eroding the trust required to convert them. Join Sense's Anil Dharni, alongside RogueHire's Matt Rimer and Ryan Affolter for a LIVE episode on unleashing the power of data.We’re challenging the status quo of "automated spam" to explore how an architect’s mindset transforms fragmented silos into hyper-personalized, omnichannel experiences. This isn’t a...

Episode 60: Jeff Ellman - Unleashing the Power of Data with Special Guest: UrbanBound

October 02, 2026

Is your relocation strategy a competitive differentiator or a logistical bottleneck? 2026 healthcare candidates expect a digital-first experience—transparent, guided, and real-time—yet "lump sum" payouts often leave new hires navigating life’s biggest transitions alone. Join Jeff Ellman of UrbanBound, alongside RogueHire's Matt Rimer and Ryan Affolter, for an educational-first LIVE TA in the Trenches episode. We’re moving beyond the "lump sum" status quo to transform recruitment results throu...

Episode 59: Michael Rosenbaum - Unleashing the Power of Data with Special Guest: Arena

September 19, 2026

Healthcare TA has hit "Signal Collapse": AI writes the resumes, candidates game the keywords, and traditional filters are blind to who will actually stay. When turnover is a revolving door, your tech stack is failing to see the human potential right in front of it. Join Arena's Michael Rosenbaum, alongside RogueHire's Matt Rimer and Ryan Affolter, for a LIVE TA in the Trenches episode. We are moving beyond the "gut feel" guessing game to reveal how predictive talent intelligence bridges the g...

Frequently asked questions

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Talent Acquisition In The Trenches
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How do I get in touch with Talent Acquisition In The Trenches?

Talent Acquisition In The Trenches is hosted by Matt Rimer and Ryan Affolter. Its publicly listed email is mike@weareironbound.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 Talent Acquisition In The Trenches?

The publicly listed email for Talent Acquisition In The Trenches: mike@weareironbound.com.

How many listeners does Talent Acquisition In The Trenches have?

Podseeker estimates Talent Acquisition In The Trenches reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Talent Acquisition In The Trenches?

Talent Acquisition In The Trenches typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior talent acquisition, recruiting, human resources, or workforce-technology leaders with direct operational expertise and practical insights from leading teams or products. Common among recent guests: Executive leadership at recruiting, human resources, or workforce-technology companies; Development or implementation of recruiting technology, data, automation, or talent acquisition strategies. Recent guests include Mike Stafiej, Jon Bischke, and Devin Martinez.

How hard is it to get booked on Talent Acquisition In The Trenches?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Talent Acquisition In The Trenches cover?

Recent episodes cover Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Healthcare, Human Resources, and Hiring Technology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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