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What The HR!

Mike Thul, Jessie Novey, Becky Lauseng, Jay Olson, Lena Scullard

Booking Overview

This is a professional HR interview show focused on modern people practices, organizational development, leadership, talent, and workplace culture, typically featuring HR executives, practitioners, consultants, authors, and business experts. Agencies could credibly pitch senior people leaders, organizational-development specialists, workplace researchers, leadership experts, and HR authors with practical expertise; booking difficulty is medium because the show accepts accessible professionals but also features prominent executives and recognized experts.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 811 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

hello@uptownpodcast.com

info@tcshrm.org

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Host

Mike Thul - Host of What the HR! with the Twin Cities Society for Human Resource Management.

Jessie Novey - Host of What the HR! with the Twin Cities Society for Human Resource Management.

Becky Lauseng - Podcast host associated with the Twin Cities Society for Human Resource Management.

Jay Olson - Director of Global Talent Acquisition at Medtronic and podcast host.

Lena Scullard - Professional speaker, facilitator, program designer, consultant, and podcast host.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
HR executives and practitioners, organizational-development specialists, leadership and influence experts, economists, consultants, authors, and speakers with substantial professional experience and practical insights.
Required Achievements:  
Senior leadership roles in human resources or people operations, Significant experience scaling organizations or leading transformation, Published books, textbooks, articles, or other recognized thought leadership, Professional certifications, advanced degrees, or established subject-matter expertise, Media appearances, speaking experience, or recognized industry accomplishments

Recent Guest Discussions

Amy Jauman - Workplace Bullying, Misconduct, Victim-centered Storytelling, Empathy, And Meaningful Organizational Change.

Susie Heaver - Volunteering, Professional Growth, Contingent Workforce Programs, Recruiting, Training, And Relationship-building.

Ed Kashmarek - Job Searching, Unemployment, Economic Conditions, Career Transitions, And Navigating Unemployment.

Howie Chan - Influence, Branding, Behavior Change, Communication, And Leadership In Hr.

Kristin Dean - Intentional Leadership, Career Acceleration, People Strategy, Organizational Transformation, And Scaling Company Culture.

Recent Topics

Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, Talent Management

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
What The HR!
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Episode 128: Investing in the Stock of you!

October 13, 2026

Being a Wealth Advisor is not just a career for Stacy Kupsky, it’s a deep privilege. Her passion in life is to see families, business owners, executives, and women in leadership win with money. She believes that money is a tool for stability, freedom, and ultimately impact.  Stacy works with clients to articulate their financial priorities, deliver strategies centered in their values, and curate their legacy. Her goal is to empower clients by providing customized planning, well-formulated and...

Episode 127: HR Hot Topics: Let's Dig Into the Hard Stuff

October 01, 2026

Justin Terch is the owner and principal consultant of Terch & Associates Consulting LLC, an independent human resources consulting firm serving employers throughout the upper Midwest and has offices in Duluth and St. Louis Park Minnesota. He is an experienced workplace investigator who conducts independent investigations involving employee misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and other complex employment matters and has extensive experience in partnering with corporate security. In add...

Episode 126: When Speaking Up Is Hard: Tackling Workplace Bullying & Misconduct

September 16, 2026

Dr. Amy Jauman, SHRM-SCP, GPHR, is an HR professional, writer, researcher, and speaker specializing in victim-centered storytelling that fosters empathy, understanding, and meaningful change. As the HR Director for the DNA Doe Project, she applies her background in organizational development to support the volunteers and professionals working to restore names to unidentified individuals. With author Tonia Bales, she co-wrote When You See It: How I Outsmarted and Outlasted Dirty John, a narrat...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
What The HR!
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How do I get in touch with What The HR!?

What The HR! is hosted by Mike Thul and Jessie Novey. Its publicly listed emails are hello@uptownpodcast.com and info@tcshrm.org. 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 What The HR!?

The publicly listed emails for What The HR!: hello@uptownpodcast.com and info@tcshrm.org.

How many listeners does What The HR! have?

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

Who is an ideal guest for What The HR!?

What The HR! typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: HR executives and practitioners, organizational-development specialists, leadership and influence experts, economists, consultants, authors, and speakers with substantial professional experience and practical insights. Common among recent guests: Senior leadership roles in human resources or people operations; Significant experience scaling organizations or leading transformation; Published books, textbooks, articles, or other recognized thought leadership. Recent guests include Amy Jauman, Susie Heaver, and Ed Kashmarek.

How hard is it to get booked on What The HR!?

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

What topics does What The HR! cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, and Talent Management. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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info@tcshrm.org

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