In this episode of Alooba’s Objective Hiring Show, Tim interviews Shaun and discusses the challenges and biases in traditional hiring practices. They explore the need for a scientific approach to hiring, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decisions over subjective judgments like 'gut feel' and informal interviews. Sean highlights the role of competition and regulatory pressure in driving more objective hiring practices, and the significant gap in many talent acquisition teams' understanding of the scientific method. The conversation touches on the potential of AI and metrics to improve the hiring process, while cautioning against the dehumanization of candidates. The episode concludes with reflections on the slow adoption of innovative hiring solutions in larger enterprises and the psychological barriers to embracing new technologies.