The Learning & Development Podcast

David James has quietly built one of the most respected voices in the L&D space, and this fortnightly show is a big reason why. As Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and a LinkedIn presence with nearly 30,000 followers, David brings genuine authority to every conversation. With 185 episodes and over half a million downloads, the show consistently ranks in the top 1% of podcasts globally -- and honestly, it earns that spot. Each episode pairs David with a guest who actually works in the trenches of learning and development. Recent conversations have tackled turning L&D from a reactive service desk into a strategic business driver, skills-based organization models, and how to break free from legacy expectations that hold teams back. The format is conversational but focused -- you get real debate and occasional disagreement, not just polite nodding. What sets this apart from other L&D shows is David's willingness to challenge assumptions. He asks the uncomfortable questions about whether what we are doing actually works. Episodes tend to run 30-45 minutes, long enough to go deep but short enough for a commute. The 4.7-star rating from 43 reviews backs up what regular listeners already know: this is essential listening for anyone who takes workplace learning seriously. If you only subscribe to one L&D podcast, this should probably be it.