Beltway Broadcast

Using xAPI to Personalize Content to the Learner with Jeff Batt

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Jeff Batt. Jeff is the Founder and Head Trainer at Learning Dojo and the author of multiple courses. With 10+ years experience in the digital learning and media industry, he is a regular conference speaker on topics related to eLearning technologies. In this episode, Jeff discusses ways to adapt, personalize, and change the content of your course to the specific learner using xAPI. 

If you’d like to learn more about Jeff, checkout his LinkedIn profile.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

Welcome Neurodiversity with Beth McCormack

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Beth McCormack. Beth is the founder and principal coach at REAL Strategies Cooperative and a contract coach for Bravely. She is the author of Welcome Neurodiversity, an ATD TD at Work Guide. In this episode, Beth discusses why employers should include neurodiversity in their diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, and shares tools to help create a strong, productive, and healthy organization. 

If you’d like to learn more about Beth, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

Using a Chatbot for Workflow Learning with Vincent Han

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Vincent Han. Vincent is the founder and CEO of Mobile Coach. He is an industry thought-leader for learning and learning technology with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and chatbot technology. In this episode, Vincent discusses the benefits of using a chatbot to engage learners in the flow of work, explains what technologies are required to develop and deploy a chatbot for learners, and shares best practices in chatbot design. 

If you’d like to learn more about Vincent, visit his company’s website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

Why Did the Trainer Cross the Road? Humor in Training with Bridgett McGowen

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Bridgett McGowen. Bridgett is an award-winning international professional speaker, publisher, and author. She is an Entrepreneur Leadership Network Writer; a former Forbes Coaches Council contributor; a Medium contributor; and is the author of several books. In this episode, Bridgett explains why humor is a requirement for a successful presentation and shares tips on how to add humor to your training.

If you’d like to learn more about Bridgett, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

The Career Toolkit with Mark Herschberg

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Mark Herschberg. Mark is the author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. Educated at MIT, Mark has spent his career launching and fixing new ventures at startups, Fortune 500s, and academia. He helped create the Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program, MIT’s “Career Success Accelerator”, where he has taught for twenty years. In this episode, Mark discusses essential skills for success and provides some advice on what you need to know for your career.

If you’d like to learn more about Mark, visit his website or checkout his LinkedIn profile.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

Troubleshooting for Trainers with Sophie Oberstein

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Sophie Oberstein. Sophie is a coach, adjunct professor, and L&OD consultant helping individuals who are seeking increased effectiveness and satisfaction at work. Her books—Troubleshooting for Trainers, 10 Steps to Successful Coaching, 2nd edition, and Beyond Free Coffee & Donuts: Marketing Training and Development—are available from ATD Press. Sophie is a past president of ATD’s Greater Philadelphia chapter. In this episode, Sophie discusses tips and tricks that every trainer must know. 

If you’d like to learn more about Sophie, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

Master Your Mental Health in the Workplace with Natasha Bowman

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Natasha Bowman. Natasha is a two-time author, TEDx Speaker, Forbes Contributor, media maven, and President of NYC-based leadership development firm, Performance ReNEW. As an acclaimed champion for workplace equity, she has been named a Top 30 Global Guru in management, a Top 200 Voice in Leadership, and a LinkedIn Top Voice for Mental Health. In this episode, Natasha explains the scope of mental health and shares tips on how talent development professionals, managers, and others can begin mental health conversations in the workplace.

If you’d like to learn more about Natasha, checkout her LinkedIn profile.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

The Importance of ROI for Training Programs with Dr. Patti Phillips

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Patti Phillips. ​​Patti is the chief executive officer of ROI Institute, Inc. A leader in measurement and evaluation, she helps organizations implement the ROI Methodology in 70 countries. Her work as an educator, researcher, consultant, and coach supports practitioners as they develop their own expertise in an effort to help organizations and communities thrive. In this episode, Patti introduces the concept of ROI and discusses how to connect your training programs to impact to prove their value. 

If you’d like to learn more about Patti, visit her company’s website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

Immersive Learning with Debbie Richards

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Debbie Richards. Debbie is the president of Creative Interactive Ideas. She is an internal speaker and technologist and the author of Seeing the Possibilities With Augmented Reality, an ATD TD at Work publication. Debbie is the president of the ATD Houston Chapter and a past ATD national adviser for chapters. In this episode, Debbie shares the tools you may need to get started with AR, VR, and MR platforms, and discusses the benefits and ideal use cases for immersive learning. 

If you’d like to learn more about Debbie, checkout her LinkedIn profile.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, and Halyna Hodges

2022: End of the Year Reflections

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your hosts Laëtitia Gnago, Stephanie Hubka, and Christina Eanes share their most memorable moments from 2022 and share their expectations for 2023.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges