The LDA Podcast

If you think the L&D industry needs more evidence and less intuition, The LDA Podcast is made for you. Hosted by Matt Richter and Clark Quinn from the Learning Development Accelerator, this show takes a deliberately research-driven approach to learning and development. With 58 episodes and a 4.6-star rating, it is more focused than prolific -- and that is by design. The show covers validated tools and resources, debunked learning models, and genuine controversies in the industry. Recent episodes have explored self-determination theory, desirable difficulties, generative learning principles, and critical thinking research. There is also a monthly AI series hosted by expert Markus Bernhardt that examines large language models and their implications for learning professionals. What makes this podcast special is its commitment to intellectual honesty. Matt and Clark are not trying to sell you anything. They want to help you develop a more critical, evidence-informed approach to your work. The show originally started with Will Thalheimer and Matt Richter, and it has maintained that academic rigor throughout. Episodes are thoughtful and well-prepared, typically featuring researchers or practitioners who bring actual data to their claims. For L&D professionals who are tired of trend-chasing and want to ground their practice in what the research actually says, this is essential listening. It will make you a sharper thinker about learning design.