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Work 2.0: The Podcast

Work 2.0: The Podcast is your weekly briefing on careers, money, AI, and what’s next, hosted by Rachel Wells, LinkedIn Top Voice, award-winning entrepreneur, and Forbes contributor. Each week, Rachel breaks down the most important stories shaping the future of work, sharing her own insights alongside conversations with trailblazing experts, founders, and thought leaders. Whether you"re building a career, a business, or a portfolio of income streams, this is your go-to show for staying relevant,

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28:09

Human Jobs Obsolete? Inside The Race To AGI, With...

Work 2.0: The Podcast ·

2026/04/20

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

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6:16

Doing What Scares You: Artemis II Astronaut Christina...

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2026/04/17

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🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Don’t forget to rate, review, and share this episode with a co-worker or

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23:43

The Story Behind Artemis II’s Plushie That’s...

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2026/04/14

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

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30:14

The Oscars, 450 Staff, And A Power Outage. A...

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2026/03/30

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

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15:42

Busywork Or Meaningful Work? Here's How This Founder...

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2026/03/23

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

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11:47

AI, The "30-Million" Mission, & The No.1 Creative...

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2026/03/13

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

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21:33

AI, Learning Engines, & The DEEP Approach, With...

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2026/03/02

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 frameworkPlus, listen towards the end for Dave’s take on the most important skill for the next five years.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and

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30:10

How to Lead Without Command & Embed a "Coaching...

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2026/02/02

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*

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18:51

AI Skill Expectations In Job Ads To Jump 50% By 2027,...

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2025/12/15

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

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23:24

AI, "Soft" Skills & The Future of Cybersecurity—A...

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2025/11/24

In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells sits down with Casey Marks, COO of ISC2—the global certifying body behind the world’s most recognized cybersecurity credentials—to unpack the next decade of work in an AI-driven world.From the power of “soft skills” (spoiler: they’re not soft anymore) to the rise of entry-level cybersecurity pathways that don’t require a degree, Casey pulls back the curtain on how AI is reshaping the job market, and why everyone (not just tech teams) needs to be thinking

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22:39

What Does It Really Take To Be A Leader In 2026? With...

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2025/10/30

What does it really take to lead in 2026 and beyond?In this energizing and deeply practical episode of Work 2.0, I sit down with Jamie Pottinger—leadership consultant, speaker, and author of The FACE of Leadership—to unpack the traits, mindsets, and behaviors that define next-generation leadership.We explore:* Why failure is the starting point of true leadership* How AI is forcing leaders to rethink agility, self-awareness, and innovation* The 8-part FACE framework* How to build a culture where

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23:38

Can AI Close the Skills Gap—Or Is It Making It Worse?...

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2025/10/20

In this episode of Work 2.0, Rachel Wells sits down with Erin Gajdalo, CEO of Pluralsight, to unpack the surprising results from Pluralsight’s 2025 Tech Skills Report, and what they reveal about the disconnect between executive priorities and real employee learning support.From AI-powered upskilling to the hidden cost of abandoned projects, this conversation exposes the leadership blind spots holding organizations back, and the high-stakes opportunity ahead.Key topics covered:– How to measure ROI

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21:25

What Skills Will Matter Most In 10 Years? A...

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2025/09/15

What does the CEO of one of the world’s largest online learning platforms think about the future of skills?In this episode, I sit down for an exclusive conversation with Greg Hart, CEO of Coursera, to unpack how the global workforce is being reshaped by automation, AI, and shifting employer demands. We explore the skills that will be in high demand over the next decade, and what learners can do today to stay ahead of the curve.You’ll hear us discuss:* What the data says about the fastest-growing

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17:49

DeVry University Creates Upskilling Opportunities in...

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2025/08/25

What happens when a U.S. university partners with a Caribbean nation to reimagine the future of work?In this episode, I sit down with Scarlett Howery, Vice President of Public Workforce Solutions at DeVry University, to explore their ground-breaking upskilling initiative in St. Lucia. We dive into:* Why DeVry chose St. Lucia as a strategic partner* How upskilling can transform economies* The skills Caribbean professionals need to compete globally* and much more!🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,

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19:59

The Real Truth About AI & Your Job Search, With...

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2025/08/12

I sat down with Glassdoor expert Morgan Sanner and asked the questions every job-seeker wants and needs to know:* How is AI really used in the recruitment process?* How can job-seekers use AI and ChatGPT to optimize their job search strategy and land their dream job?* What's one thing all recruiters and HR managers wish candidates would get, that job-seekers currently aren't getting?Morgan pulled back the lid on HR and recruitment and revealed the good, the bad, and the ugly.If you’re looking for a

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24:14

The Future of Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and AI,...

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2025/08/04

What does it really mean to be an entrepreneur in 2025?In this episode, I sit down with Oliver Yonchev — co-founder of Flight Story alongside Steven Bartlett, and one of the most forward-thinking voices in modern marketing — to unpack the raw truth about freelancing, creativity, AI, and what it takes to build something sustainable in today’s noisy world.We get honest about:* Why freelancing is a business, and why people still get that wrong* The biggest misconceptions about marketing and

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25:49

From $5 to $1 Million--How To Make Money On Fiverr,...

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2025/07/31

In this electrifying episode of Work 2.0, I interview a Fiverr freelancer, Harlan Rappaport, who has made over a million dollars and shares exactly how he reached the top. In this episode, we candidly discuss:* Practical advice on when to leave your day job* Why email marketing is an in-demand skill and a great way to make money online* Essential skills you need as a freelancer🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and more.Listen, follow, rate, and review to help boost Work

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28:22

How This Fiverr Freelancer Became A Millionaire In...

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2025/07/21

In this unfiltered episode of Work 2.0, we sit down with Derrick Morgan, a former student-athlete turned remote IP attorney, who built a seven-figure solo legal practice on Fiverr.Derrick shares:* How he made his first $1 million freelancing as a trademark attorney* Why he finally decided to hire a paralegal (and how that changed his business)* What it’s really like working as a digital nomad lawyer in Mexico City* The systems, habits, and mindset shifts that helped him scale without burnoutWhether

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25:55

The Future of Women In AI & What It's Like Being The...

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2025/07/14

I sat down with Elise Awwad, DeVry University’s first female CEO in its 90+ year history.She’s making waves, headlines, and pushing boundaries as an innovator and thought leader in tech, AI, and education—three areas that consistently shut out women and ethnic minorities and are typically represented by Silicon Valley “tech bros.”The last time Elise and I sat down for a second candid conversation was over a year ago when I wrote a Forbes story based on a report DeVry University released about AI in

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23:59

Work 2.0: The Podcast. How Portfolio Careers Are...

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2025/07/07

The era of one job, one paycheck, and one career path is over.In this episode of Work 2.0: The Podcast, I sit down with Janel Abrahami — Glassdoor’s Career Pivot Strategist — to break down the rise of portfolio careers, the future of work, and why diversifying your income streams is a non-negotiable.A recent survey by Glassdoor found that 67% of professionals say their primary motivation for a side hustle is to boost their income, but portfolio careers are about more than just money. They’re about

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