Learning Experience Design and other Learning and Development Podcasts

Podcasts are one of the most effective ways for Learning and Development (L&D) professionals to stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and new strategies — with the flexibility to learn anywhere, anytime.

Here’s a curated list of the most popular podcasts across different L&D categories, providing both inspiration and practical tips to help you grow.

Instructional Design & Learning Experience Design Podcasts

For anyone working in instructional design or learning experience design (LXD), staying on top of new methods and tools is essential.

• Instructional Designers in Offices Drinking Coffee (IDIODC) — Hosted by dominKnow’s Brent Schlenker and Chris Van Wingerden, IDIODC was a weekly live eLearning videocast and podcast featuring industry leaders discussing instructional design, learning technologies, and eLearning strategies.

• Instructional Design Tips — Short, actionable episodes that offer quick tips on improving your instructional design projects.

• Instructional Redesign Podcast — Takes a deep dive into how to rethink traditional instructional design methods, covering redesign strategies, learner engagement, and complex design projects.

• The Learning Geeks podcast — Dedicated to those that passionately support the world in experiencing better learning. Hosted by Bob Gerard, Dana Koch, and Jake Gittleson.

• The Learning Experience Lab — A fortnightly podcast by FeedbackFruits featuring in-depth conversations on AI in learning, effective feedback strategies, and timely topics.

• The eLearning Coach Podcast — Hosted by Connie Malamed, this podcast is a favorite among instructional designers for its practical advice on eLearning design and development.

• NovoEDTalks: A podcast for training trailblazers — L&D professionals share real-world strategies. Covers AI’s role in learning, leadership development, gamification, and continuous learning.

Technology in Learning & Artificial Intelligence Podcasts

Exploring how AI, edtech, and emerging tools are reshaping the learning landscape.

• AI in Education — Delves into practical applications of AI in learning, from personalized learning paths to AI-driven assessments.

• EdSurge Podcast — Covering a wide range of edtech topics, exploring how technology is transforming education at all levels.

• Future of Learning Tech — Explores the potential of emerging technologies like VR and AR in education and training.

• The AI Alignment Podcast — In-depth discussions on the ethical and practical implications of AI across industries, including education.

• The Learning Science Podcast — Blends learning science with technology, offering insights into how data and AI are being used to enhance learning outcomes.

Facilitation & Workshop Design Podcasts

For practitioners focused on the art and craft of facilitation and workshop design.

• Facilitating on Purpose — Strategic approach to facilitation, focusing on how to create more meaningful, intentional learning experiences.

• Learning Facilitation Series 3 by Meeting Makers — Packed with insights on how to improve facilitation skills for group learning sessions.

• There is a Workshop for That! — Creative approach to workshop design, covering leadership development to problem-solving.

• Training Unleashed — Practical advice on designing and delivering impactful training programs for corporate trainers.

• Workshops Work — Focusing on the art of workshop facilitation, covering everything from design to execution.

Human Resources & Professional Development Podcasts

Broader career and L&D strategy perspectives for learning professionals working within organizations.

• The Squiggly Careers Podcast — Over 400 episodes helping listeners navigate career development with practical, weekly episodes covering productivity, confidence, and resilience.

• HR Happy Hour Podcast — One of the longest-running HR podcasts covering talent management to leadership development.

• HR Leaders Podcast — Focused on leadership and talent development, exploring how L&D professionals can collaborate with HR teams.

• L&D Disrupt — Links learning and business outcomes, offering insights into how L&D teams can align programs with organizational goals.

• Learning at Work Podcast — Focused on creating a culture of continuous learning in the workplace.

• People & Performance Podcast — Focuses on improving performance through people development, aligning learning programs with business objectives.