In this episode Rachel Wells sits down with Ian Bell, Senior Vice President of Global Talent Management at Sedgwick, to discuss how graduates can stand out in an AI‑shaped job market.

Ian explains:

* Which human skills still matter to employers

* How to tell the story behind your achievements

* And why emotional intelligence and adaptability are now the real competitive advantages.

You’ll hear practical tips for showcasing impact, thriving in ambiguity, and demonstrating confidence — plus a concrete example of how AI is already being used to surface insights in HR.

Tune in for actionable advice for new grads (and anyone changing careers) who want to move beyond polished resumes and show employers the qualities that machines can’t replicate.

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In this urgent, eye‑opening episode of Work 2.0: The Podcast, host Rachel Wells sits down with the father of AGI, Dr. Ben Goertzel (CEO, SingularityNET) to unpack AGI: what it means, how close it really is, and why the next few years could reshape work, wealth, and human purpose.

Ben explains the technical ingredients still needed for human‑level AI, the risks of centralized rollout, and a hopeful—yet realistic—vision of abundance if AGI is built with global participation and compassion.

If you’re worried about job displacement, curious about UBI, or want practical advice on skills that will matter, this conversation provides clear, actionable insight.

Why listen?

* Learn why Ben thinks human‑level AGI could arrive within years — and what that means for jobs.

* Discover the most resilient skills (math, science, human judgment, rapid adaptability).

* Hear a utopian and a cautionary roadmap for rollout, governance, and global equity.

Special episode alert:

Christina Koch, astronaut and self‑described “space plumber,” sits down with Rachel Wells for a wide‑ranging short conversation about her Artemis II mission:

* What it’s really like to work on the far side of the Moon

* The qualities and mantras that enabled her to succeed

* And her mission to inspire the next generation of women in STEM

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Rachel Wells sits down with Trisha Epp, Director of Innovation at Freelancer.com, to unpack one of the most heartwarming and unexpected stories from Artemis II: the Rise plushie floating in zero gravity.

Trisha explains how NASA turned to open innovation to crowdsource a zero-gravity indicator, why the winning design captured the world’s imagination, and how a second-grader’s idea became a historic symbol aboard the spacecraft.

Along the way, she reveals behind-the-scenes details about the NASA–Freelancer.com collaboration.

Beyond the Rise plushie, Trisha shares how Freelancer.com matches niche expertise to high-stakes problems—from spaceflight software updates to genome-editing research—and why prize competitions and crowdsourcing are changing how organizations solve impossible challenges.

Whether you’re curious about Artemis II, dreaming of turning a side hustle into a business, or looking for creative ways to monetize specialized skills, this episode offers practical advice, inspiring stories, and a new perspective on the future of work and innovation.

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What really happens behind the Oscars? Rachel Wells sits down with culinary legend Wolfgang Puck and his son Byron, who reveal how they lead 450 staff and deliver under pressure on Hollywood’s biggest night.

Learn how a team of hundreds, restaurant‑level standards, multiple live stations (from sushi to black‑truffle pasta), and on‑the‑spot problem solving make a flawless night possible.

Wolfgang shares vivid anecdotes — from building kitchens in parking lots to handling a sudden power outage — while Byron reflects on legacy, mentorship, and taking the pressure that builds great hospitality.

Perfect for leaders, founders, and anyone curious about high‑stakes operations and succession planning.

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In this episode Rachel Wells speaks with Dan Bulteel, co‑founder and CEO of an AI calendar startup (Meet-Ting).

We dig into why meetings consume so much of leaders’ time, how better clarity and intelligent scheduling can reclaim that time, and what the future of corporate connection could look like as AI augments our workflows.

Expect practical perspective from an early‑stage founder who’s already live in multiple markets and thinking big about time, people and productivity.

Follow Meet-Ting on Substack: Chief Ting.

Share your thoughts or questions for Dan in the episode comments, and subscribe for more conversations about the future of work, creativity, and AI.

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In this quick-fire episode of Work 2.0, host Rachel Wells sits down with Stacy Martinet, Adobe’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications, and former CMO at Mashable, to explore how AI is reshaping creativity, why visual communication is becoming an essential career skill, and what makes human creativity irreplaceable.

Key takeaways from the conversation:

* AI is accelerating the demand for creativity

* Human creativity is being redefined

* Adobe’s Digital Academy targets upskilling 30 million people with AI + creativity training

* and much more.

Follow Work 2.0 on your preferred podcast platform, share your thoughts or questions for Stacy in the episode comments, and subscribe for more conversations about the future of work, creativity, and AI.

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In this episode, Rachel Wells chats with Dave Treat, CTO/CIO at Pearson, about how AI can truly boost learning and workplace productivity.

Dave talks through:

* Pairing AI with paired with strong skills diagnostics, embedded upskilling, and thoughtful redesign of work

* Why treating AI as an “answer engine” fails

* And the DEEP framework

Plus, listen towards the end for Dave’s take on the most important skill for the next five years.

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Rachel joins Ian Walker, an L&D and business ops exec whose career spans WarnerMedia, Nike, Cisco, and Salesforce, to talk about leadership, coaching at scale, and how AI is reshaping work and coaching.

Ian shares lessons from leading teams of up to 150 people, building coaching cultures, helping leaders coach their managers, and balancing AI tooling with human-to-human coaching.

They cover:

* How to tap into fresh ideas and innovation within your team

* How to create a leadership coaching culture

* What coaching looks like in the age of AI

You can send your questions for Rachel or Ian via the podcast channels and join the conversation next Monday for a new episode.

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Join Rachel Wells for a lively, practical conversation with Marc Cenedella, CEO of Ladders, about how AI is reshaping high‑paying jobs and what professionals must do now to stay relevant.

You’ll learn:

* The single most important career skill for 2026 and beyond.

* Which industries and roles are adopting AI fastest

* How employers are thinking about AI in $100K+ job postings today

* Simple, actionable upskilling micro‑goals you can start this week (Marc’s fun tip: put different AI models in conversation to learn their strengths).

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(Sorry this podcast was recorded as audio-only so no camera today)