

Learning Uncut
Michelle Ockers
Learning Uncut is about real conversations around real learning solutions and real experiences with real advice from real people.
We're all about keeping it "real."
Here's an overview of our approach:
Strategy and tactics. We want to unpack the strategy and how-to's of creating great learning solutions, frameworks and teams.
CONVERSATIONS, NOT SCRIPTED DISCUSSION
Our podcasts are professional but not so edited and polished that they lose their authenticity. We want our audience to hear real people having real conversations and sharing real examples and advice.
PROGRESSIVE
We want to showcase the "unsung L&D heroes" out there doing great work, being brave and trying new things.
PRACTICAL
We invite our guests to share tips and strategies to help listeners take their solutions to the next level. We aim to provide actionable takeaways for our listeners through show notes, links and downloads wherever possible.
We're all about keeping it "real."
Here's an overview of our approach:
Strategy and tactics. We want to unpack the strategy and how-to's of creating great learning solutions, frameworks and teams.
CONVERSATIONS, NOT SCRIPTED DISCUSSION
Our podcasts are professional but not so edited and polished that they lose their authenticity. We want our audience to hear real people having real conversations and sharing real examples and advice.
PROGRESSIVE
We want to showcase the "unsung L&D heroes" out there doing great work, being brave and trying new things.
PRACTICAL
We invite our guests to share tips and strategies to help listeners take their solutions to the next level. We aim to provide actionable takeaways for our listeners through show notes, links and downloads wherever possible.
Episodes
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Sep 27, 2021 • 57min
88: VR in Palliative Care – Dallas Pounds and Leon Ancliffe
Since 2016 Royal Trinity Hospice has been exploring the use of Virtual Reality in palliative care in partnership with Flix VR. Leon Ancliffe from Flix VR and ex-CEO of Royal Trinity Hospice, Dallas Pounds, describe how they've used VR for a range of purposes from bucket list experiences for people nearing the end of life to giving staff exposure to challenging interpersonal situations as part of supported learning experiences. They share their experiences and tips for both learning professionals and business leaders to make the most of this rapidly maturing technology. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/88/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/ Emergent: Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/?podcast_series=emergent-series

Sep 20, 2021 • 11min
Elevate 12: 5 Moments of Need
How Learning and Development professionals can elevate their practice and impact using the 5 Moments of Need framework from Conrad Gottfredson and Bob Mosher. Host: Michelle Ockers Resources: The 5 Moments of Need website (includes case studies and community) GO TO RESOURCE The 5 Moments of Need YouTube channel GO TO RESOURCE Implementing the 5 Moments of Need Model Using Performance Support (article) GO TO RESOURCE Conrad Gottfredson on Meeting Moments of Learning Needs (article) GO TO RESOURCE Learning Uncut Episode 66: Resource-Led Learning Strategy – Sebastian Tindall GO TO RESOURCE More Episodes & Info: The Learning Uncut Podcast GO TO LANDING PAGE

Sep 13, 2021 • 60min
87: Damien Woods – Learning in an Agile Organisation
About a year ago Damien Woods commenced in a new role at 7-Eleven as a stream lead in an organisational transformation program. In Australia 7-Eleven has shifted to an Agile structure. We explore why this decision was made, how an Agile structure fosters growth and learning, and what it means for learning in the organisation. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/87/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/ Emergent: Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/?podcast_series=emergent-series

Sep 6, 2021 • 25min
Elevate 11: Leverage Live Online
How Learning and Development professionals can elevate their practice and impact by creating transformation engagement in live online sessions. With Cheryl Walker Host: Michelle Ockers Resources: Cheryle Walker LinkedIn profile GO TO RESOURCE Learn Live Online website GO TO RESOURCE Leverage Live Online (book) by Cheryle Walker GO TO RESOURCE More Episodes & Info: The Learning Uncut Podcast GO TO LANDING PAGE

Aug 30, 2021 • 53min
86: L&D Evolves at Cotton On – Beth Hall
We catch up with Beth Hall from Cotton On two years after hearing about their deliberately different approach to L&D in Episode 33. While the philosophy hasn't changed, the approach to continue building and sustaining a strong learning culture across a global team has evolved. In our wide-ranging conversation, Beth talks about some of the key shifts and initiatives they've undertaken in the past two years, and what they're now working on. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/86/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/ Emergent: Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/?podcast_series=emergent-series

Aug 23, 2021 • 29min
Elevate 10: APS Learning Strategy
An example of an organisational learning strategy from the Australian Public Service which illustrates how Learning and Development professionals can elevate their practice and impact by creating a learning strategy. This is a companion episode to Elevate 08: Introduction to Organisational Learning Strategy Host: Michelle Ockers Resources: Australian Public Service Learning and Development Strategy GO TO RESOURCE Australian Public Service Learning and Development Action Plan – GO TO RESOURCE APS Strategy on a page with elements annotated GO TO RESOURCE APS Agencies - GO TO RESOURCE Learning Uncut's L&D Strategy Builder process GO TO RESOURCE Subscribe to be advised when our learning strategy webinars are open for registration (bottom of website page) GO TO RESOURCE Record your L&D Why Story on Storytagger before 6 September 2021 GO TO RESOURCE More Episodes & Info: The Learning Uncut Podcast GO TO LANDING PAGE

Aug 16, 2021 • 1h
85: VR and AR Case Studies for L&D – Jeremy Dalton
Jeremy Dalton, PwC's Head of XR and author of 'Reality Check,' sheds light on the game-changing potential of VR and AR in learning and development. He discusses compelling case studies that showcase these technologies in action, especially in areas like cybersecurity training. Dalton highlights how immersive experiences foster empathy and improve learning outcomes, emphasizing practical strategies for integrating VR and AR into educational frameworks. With insights on volumetric capture and the emotional impact of these tools, he reveals a promising future for enterprise training.

Aug 9, 2021 • 29min
Elevate 09: 2021 L&D Benchmark Report - Gent Ahmetaj
Insights on how how Learning and Development professionals can elevate their practice and impact from the 2021 Annual L&D Benchmark Report. With guest Gent Ahmetaj from Mind Toolsl for Business. Host: Michelle Ockers Resources: Gent Ahmetaj LinkedIn profile GO TO RESOURCE 2021 Annual L&D Performance Benchmark Report GO TO RESOURCE Learning Performance Benchmark by Mind Tools for Business GO TO RESOURCE More Episodes & Info: The Learning Uncut Podcast GO TO LANDING PAGE

Aug 2, 2021 • 1h 1min
84: Defining Training Needs with Business Data – Guy Wilmshurst-Smith
Network Rail operate the British rail network infrastructure. Over the past two years they've radically shifted how they identify training needs for their maintenance and engineering teams. They have figured out how to use data on the operational performance of the network to identify skill requirements. Guy Wilmshurst-Smith discusses how they got started and have continued to evolve and scale their approach. He shares lessons about working with business data that make this an important case study for all L&D professionals who want to create business value. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/84/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/ Emergent: Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/?podcast_series=emergent-series

16 snips
Jul 26, 2021 • 21min
Elevate 08: Introduction to Organisational Learning Strategy
Learn how Learning and Development professionals can elevate their practice and impact by updating their organizational learning strategy. Discover the purpose and importance of a learning strategy, the key elements it should include, and the process of developing one. Gain insights on stakeholder engagement, value proposition, implementation, and sustainability. Access support and resources from Learning Uncut, including their L&D strategy builder and expert mentorship.


