Podcast appearances and mentions of David Edwards

Steve and Charlie listened to Kellen Moore's media availability after the Saints' second OTA practice. The guys evaluated David Edwards, the Saints' new left guard. The guys also heard from Victor Wembanyama and Jalen Brunson before Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals.

Former Saints offensive lineman, Super Bowl XLIV champion, and Georgia Bulldogs radio analyst John Stinchcomb joins the show! Mario Jerez and Erin Summers sit down with a member of the Saints' golden era to discuss both the current state of the franchise and some of the most memorable moments in team history. Saints Topics Stinchcomb's evaluation of Georgia products Oscar Delp and Christian Williams and how their skills could translate to the next level. What it's like to transition to a new coaching staff, drawing comparisons between the arrival of Sean Payton in 2006 and the beginning of the Kellen Moore era. How much growth typically occurs between Year 1 and Year 2 under a new coaching staff. Why quarterback leadership matters and how playing alongside Drew Brees helped shape the Saints' culture. Whether Tyler Shough is already showing the leadership traits needed to become the face of the franchise. How veteran offensive lineman David Edwards can strengthen the Saints' offensive line and running game. The offensive versatility New Orleans could display in 2026, including multiple tight-end formations, an improved rushing attack, and expanded receiving options. ️ Reliving 2006 & 2009 Stinchcomb's favorite memories from the unforgettable 2006 Saints season. Behind-the-scenes stories from the historic Monday Night Football opener against Atlanta and the atmosphere leading up to kickoff. Underrated moments from that season that Saints fans may not remember as often. Twenty years later, what New Orleans meant to the players who helped revive football in the city. Lessons the current Saints can learn from the franchise's first Super Bowl-winning roster. The closest locker room Stinchcomb was ever a part of and what made it special. The most underrated player from the Super Bowl team. ️ Rapid Fire Loudest stadium he ever played in. The sack he felt most guilty about allowing. Favorite SEC road-game destination. And more stories from a Saints legend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Davids are back in their movie chairs and this week David Edwards is reviewing Devil Wears Prada 2 and the randomly chosen movie Bullet Train. David Edwards loves talking about films. David Earl loves listening to David Edwards talk. In this podcast they both get to do what they enjoy. If you would like to receive this podcast earlier or listen along to a movie with us then pop over to patreon.com/davidearl Thank you!David Edwards loves talking about films. David Earl loves listening to David Edwards talk. In this podcast they both get to do what they enjoy. If you would like to receive this podcast earlier or listen along to a movie with us then pop over to patreon.com/davidearl Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, David Edwards, Chief Technology Officer, Relatient, shares how improving connectivity is unlocking innovation, where AI is delivering measurable value today, and why voice AI is transforming patient access and operational efficiency. He also discusses responsible AI adoption in healthcare and the importance of aligning technology with real business problems.This episode is sponsored by Relatient.

The Davids are back after a tiny break and this week David Edwards is reviewing the new Michael Jackson film and the randomly chosen movie Fried Green Tomatoes. David Edwards loves talking about films. David Earl loves listening to David Edwards talk. In this podcast they both get to do what they enjoy. If you would like to receive this podcast earlier or listen along to a movie with us then pop over to patreon.com/davidearl Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Rob & DT are joined by Rob's Twitter buddy, Tom Ames, host of Bills Mafia Inn on X, to breakdown all 10 draft picks for our Buffalo Bills and what their impact could be on the team this year and beyond.Rob & DT admit that Rd2 of the draft picks for the Bills confused them at first, but in time, made more sense. T.J. Parker is a high end talent with power and a relentless motor. Davison Igbinosun is a physical and fast press Man CB who adds needed depth to the secondary in Jim Leonhard's new defense.Jude Bowry is adding more depth to the offensive line after the losses of David Edwards and swing T Ryan Van DeMark.Skyler Bell is Rob's favorite Bills pick of the draft while DT preferred a bigger WR. Kaleb Elarms-Orr could compete for immediate playing time at LB while defensive back Jalon Kilgore is an unanimous Bills Mafia favorite.Beane drafts Zane Durant to fill the need at DT, but Tom is concerned about his lack of prototypical size for the position. Our Bills drafted a punter in Tommy Dorman, so we all know what that means for the P battle in camp this summer.NICKEL CITY CREW TAILGATE REPORTSponsored by: Queen City VintageThe fellas highlight their respective weekends ahead of Sabres G6. Rob is kind of nervous while DT is as cool as a hockey puck.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nickel-city-crew-podcast--5347543/support.

In this episode, Rob & DT are joined by Rob's Twitter buddy, Tom Ames, host of Bills Mafia Inn on X, to breakdown all 10 draft picks for our Buffalo Bills and what their impact could be on the team this year and beyond.Rob & DT admit that Rd2 of the draft picks for the Bills confused them at first, but in time, made more sense. T.J. Parker is a high end talent with power and a relentless motor. Davison Igbinosun is a physical and fast press Man CB who adds needed depth to the secondary in Jim Leonhard's new defense.Jude Bowry is adding more depth to the offensive line after the losses of David Edwards and swing T Ryan Van DeMark.Skyler Bell is Rob's favorite Bills pick of the draft while DT preferred a bigger WR. Kaleb Elarms-Orr could compete for immediate playing time at LB while defensive back Jalon Kilgore is an unanimous Bills Mafia favorite. Beane drafts Zane Durant to fill the need at DT, but Tom is concerned about his lack of prototypical size for the position. Our Bills drafted a punter in Tommy Dorman, so we all know what that means for the P battle in camp this summer. NICKEL CITY CREW TAILGATE REPORTSponsored by: Queen City VintageThe fellas highlight their respective weekends ahead of Sabres G6. Rob is kind of nervous while DT is as cool as a hockey puck.

One David is away so we've opened the movie chest and pulled out another DEEP DIVE. This week is The Running Man from 1987. Little bit of Arnie. If you would like to receive this podcast earlier, get longer episodes as well watch the show recorded LIVE every Saturday - then head over to patreon.com/davidearl David Edwards loves talking about films. David Earl loves listening to David Edwards talk. In this podcast they both get to do what they enjoy. If you would like to receive this podcast earlier or listen along to a movie with us then pop over to patreon.com/davidearl Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Davids kick off their cinema shoes and chat about David Edwards experience of working in blockbusters in the 90s. If you would like to receive this podcast earlier, get longer episodes as well watch the show recorded LIVE every Saturday - then head over to patreon.com/davidearl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight on the C3 Panthers Podcast, we are diving deep into the pre-draft process as the Carolina Panthers host their crucial Top 30 visits. From intriguing quarterback prospects like Diego Pavia and Haynes King to bolstering the trenches with Travis Burke, we break down what these visits signal for the #19 overall pick.Plus, we're joined by Bob Rose from Canal Street Chronicles to go behind enemy lines. The New Orleans Saints have been aggressive, landing big names like Travis Etienne and David Edwards, but what does it mean for their cap and their future under Kellen Moore?In this episode, we discuss:Panthers Top 30 Tracker: Breaking down visits from Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt), Haynes King (Georgia Tech), and Max Iheanachor (Arizona State).Draft Strategy: Why the Panthers are spending so much time on potential backup QBs and offensive line depth.Saints Free Agency: Bob Rose gives us the lowdown on the Travis Etienne signing and the departure of franchise staples like Demario Davis.NFC South Arms Race: How the divisional landscape has shifted after the first waves of free agency.Follow our Guest:Bob Rose: Canal Street Chronicles

The dust has finally settled on the first waves of NFL Free Agency. From the Saints' massive splash for David Edwards and Travis Etienne to the Panthers' defensive overhaul with Jaelan Phillips and Devin Lloyd, we're ranking all four NFC South teams. Can the Falcons move forward with new Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa? Are The Bucs regressing? A new age in the NFC South.

The New Orleans Saints are being ranked among the NFL's BEST free agency classes, and Big Q breaks down why ESPN's Ben Solak has New Orleans ranked No. 4 overall. Key additions like guard David Edwards, running back Travis Etienne Jr., and linebacker Kaden Elliss are drawing major praise for improving the roster on both sides of the ball. We also dive into: The importance of Saints “30 Visits” and draft strategy What losing players like Jonathan Bullard means The looming decision on Bryan Bresee's fifth-year option Are the Saints quietly building a contender? #Saints #NFLFreeAgency #WhoDat #SaintsNews #NFL #SaintsRoster #BigQ Saints free agency 2026 Saints ESPN ranking Saints offseason moves David Edwards Saints Travis Etienne Saints Kaden Elliss Saints Saints roster analysis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Davids are back and yesterday it was David Earl's birthday and David Edwards has bought him a present! And they review The Bride and The Shorts. If you would like to receive this podcast earlier, get longer episodes as well watch the show recorded LIVE every Saturday - then head over to patreon.com/davidearl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buffalo Bills 2026 Free Agency Week 1 Recap: DJ Moore Trade, CJ Gardner-Johnson Signing & Draft Needs In this episode of Circling the Wagons, we recap the Buffalo Bills' first week of 2026 free agency, grading key moves and updating the team's draft needs. They review releases of Taylor Rapp, Dane Jackson, and Curtis Samuel, then discuss trading for Bears WR DJ Moore (Bills send a second-round pick and receive Moore plus a fifth), which they feel upgrades the receiver room despite the cost. They like the one-year signing of S CJ Gardner-Johnson, re-signing C Connor McGovern, and discuss trading Taron Johnson to the Raiders for a pick swap while debating replacement CB Dee Alford. They give mixed reactions to signing edge Bradley Chubb, adding depth with S Geno Stone, and bringing back QB Kyle Allen, then note departures including David Edwards and Reggie Gilliam to the Patriots. They identify top draft needs as linebacker and nose tackle, followed by corner, wide receiver, and safety, while discussing concerns about switching to a 3-4 scheme. 00:00 Free Agency Recap Kickoff 01:04 Podcast Intro and Welcome 01:52 Fan Poll and Early Reactions 03:52 Roster Cuts and Cap Moves 05:15 Trade for DJ Moore 10:00 Keon Coleman Press Conference Talk 13:56 Drafting Track Record Debate 17:04 CJ Gardner-Johnson Signing 19:16 Re-Signing Connor McGovern 21:55 Taron Johnson Trade Fallout 24:02 Bradley Chubb Signing and Sack Trivia 28:58 Ed Oliver Sack Trivia 30:45 Grading Bradley Chubb 32:46 Geno Stone Safety Grade 33:31 Kyle Allen Backup Debate 34:57 Punter Signing Revisited 35:50 Departures and Losses 39:35 Big Board Needs Reset 41:59 Nose Tackle Snap Reality 45:55 Tiering Needs by Position 56:25 Scheme Fit Concerns 57:56 Final Sign Off If you like our show, tell a friend and spread the word! Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe! #BillsMafia #BuffaloBills #GoBills #Buffalo #JoshAllen Email us questions, comments, or Bills stories: ctwpod@gmail.com Follow us on X/Twitter: @CTWpod Like us on Facebook: Circling the Wagons: A Buffalo Bills Podcast Follow us on Instagram: CTWpod Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @CTWpod Check out our low-priced Bills T-Shirts, Socks, Hoodies, Mugs & More: Circling the Wagons TeePublic Store

Pour ce premier épisode de la saison 4 du French Quarter Podcast, nous avons le plaisir de vous apporter deux belles nouvelles et de débriefer une Free Agency active !

With the signings of Travis Etienne, David Edwards, Kaden Elliss, Noah Fant and Ryan Wright, how do we grade the New Orleans Saints moves in NFL free agency thus far? It's time to ask the audience on a Mano E Monday edition of Dattitude (Ep. 484) presented by Evangeline Securities. We also talk LSU baseball, the NCAA brackets and (ugh) the Savannah Bananas weekend in New Orleans.

Mike and Charlie listened to Saints head coach Kellen Moore's media availability. The guys interviewed Tony Gerdeman, the lead beat writer for Buckeye Huddle, and LSU men's basketball color analyst John Brady. Gerdeman broke down the top Ohio State prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft: S Caleb Downs, WR Carnell Tate, LB Arvel Reese, and LB Sonny Styles. Coach Brady recapped the Tigers' disappointing 2026 campaign, explaining that LSU struggled in close games.

Mike and Charlie listened to Saints left guard David Edwards' media availability. The guys reported on Kyler Murray's decision to sign with the Vikings. Mike and Charlie heard WWL's exclusive interview with new Saints TE Noah Fant. Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

Mike and Charlie listened to Saints head coach Kellen Moore and left guard David Edwards' media availability. The guys interviewed Tony Gerdeman, the lead beat writer for Buckeye Huddle, and LSU men's basketball color analyst John Brady. Mike, Steve, and Charlie heard WWL's exclusive interviews with Saints TE Noah Fant, LG David Edwards, P Ryan Wright, LB Kaden Elliss, and Coach Moore.

Steve and Charlie heard WWL's exclusive interviews with Saints LG David Edwards, P Ryan Wright, and LB Kaden Elliss.

Steve and Charlie listened to WWL's exclusive interview with Saints head coach Kellen Moore. Coach Moore discussed the team's veteran free agent additions, evaluating David Edwards, Noah Fant, and Kaden Elliss. Mark Etheridge, an SEC writer for D1Baseball.com, joined Sports Talk. Etheridge shared his thoughts on LSU baseball's recent skid after an excellent start. He also broke down the Tigers' SEC series against Vanderbilt.

Steve and Charlie listened to WWL's exclusive interview with Saints head coach Kellen Moore. Coach Moore discussed the team's veteran free agent additions, evaluating David Edwards, Noah Fant, and Kaden Elliss.

Steve and Charlie listened to WWL's exclusive interview with Saints head coach Kellen Moore. Coach Moore discussed the team's veteran free agent additions, evaluating David Edwards, Noah Fant, and Kaden Elliss.

10:30am - Sal Capaccio is joined by Eric Wood on the Bills resigning Connor McGovern, David Edwards getting a pay day and the current center market

Saints color analyst Deuce McAllister joined Sports Talk. Deuce shared his thoughts on Travis Etienne, Alvin Kamara, David Edwards, Demario Davis, Alontae Taylor, Ryan Wright, and Cam Jordan.

Mike and Charlie discussed the NFC South's initial moves in free agency, praising the Saints and Panthers and criticizing the Falcons and Buccaneers. The guys responded to WWL listeners about the NFL Draft. Saints color analyst Deuce McAllister joined Sports Talk. Deuce shared his thoughts on Travis Etienne, Alvin Kamara, David Edwards, Demario Davis, Alontae Taylor, Ryan Wright, and Cam Jordan.

Saints color analyst Deuce McAllister joined Sports Talk. Deuce shared his thoughts on Travis Etienne, Alvin Kamara, David Edwards, Demario Davis, Alontae Taylor, Ryan Wright, and Cam Jordan.

Bobby and Mike broke down the Saints' early free agent additions of Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards, Ryan Wright, and Noah Fant. Bobby emphasized the importance of playing for your hometown team with Etienne coming back to New Orleans. The guys also reviewed the departure of Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor. Mike and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' options in the NFL Draft. Former LSU pitcher Ronnie Rantz, the president of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Foundation, joined Sports Talk. Steve and Charlie interviewed Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Will Guillory, a Pelicans reporter for The Athletic.

Demario Davis is heading back to the Jets, and the Saints signed punter Ryan Wright of the Vikings. THINGS ARE HAPPENING!Mickey Loomis spent over 125 million before lunch. David Edwards, Travis Etienne, a a Tulane punter! We had breaking news DURING breaking news!Become a patron and get access to our patron extra breaking news pod!Saints Happy Hour is brought to you by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey and Chilton County Peach Whiskey!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bobby and Mike broke down the Saints' early free agent additions of Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards, and Ryan Wright. Bobby emphasized the importance of playing for your hometown team with Etienne coming back to New Orleans. The guys also reviewed the departure of Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor.

Bobby and Mike discussed the Saints' moves early in free agency. Mike evaluated new punter Ryan Wright. Bobby gave stats to explain why Tyler Shough is going to "love" new left guard David Edwards.

Bobby and Mike broke down the Saints' early free agent additions of Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards, Ryan Wright, and Noah Fant. Bobby emphasized the importance of playing for your hometown team with Etienne coming back to New Orleans. The guys also reviewed the departure of Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor.

Mike Schopp and The Bulldog are joined By Sal Capaccio on the first day of the NFL Legal Tampering window opens up and lots of moves are already being made. Sal shares his thoughts on the Bills losing Reggie Gilliam and how much of a lost he is to the run game, Sal Capaccio on the Bills signing Dee Alford and what this could mean for Tre White, Sal Capaccio on the Bills losing David Edwards and what the Bills next plan at guard could be. Were we surprised the Bills got McGovern back? Did the Bills miss Mac Hollins and when we can expect more moves made by the Bills!

Bobby and Mike discussed the Saints' moves early in free agency. Mike evaluated new punter Ryan Wright. Bobby gave stats to explain why Tyler Shough is going to "love" new left guard David Edwards. The guys also discussed the loss of Demario Davis.

Bobby and Mike broke down the Saints' early free agent additions of Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards, Ryan Wright, and Noah Fant. Bobby emphasized the importance of playing for your hometown team with Etienne coming back to New Orleans. The guys also reviewed the departure of Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor.

Bobby and Mike broke down the Saints' early free agent additions of Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards, and Ryan Wright. Bobby emphasized the importance of playing for your hometown team with Etienne coming back to New Orleans. The guys also reviewed the departure of Demario Davis and Alontae Taylor.

BREAKING: #Saints agree to deals with RB Travis Etienne (4-year, $52M deal) and G David Edwards (4-year, $61M). This, after losing Demario Davis to the Jets. We talk about all the Monday morning live NFL free agency news on Dattitude (Ep. 481) presented by Evangeline Securities.

With NFL legal tampering underway, Gene analyzes Reggie Gilliam to the patriots & Connor McGovern. Who will the Bills add? David Edwards signs in New Orleans. Maxx Crosby to Ravens. Kenneth Walker to KC Chiefs. Jaelan Phillips joins the Carolina Panthers. Kaleb Lawrence loaned to the Amerks. the NFL QB Carousel & Taron Johnson traded to Vegas.

Mike Evans signs with the San Francisco 49ers. Latest Bills news. Reggie Gilliam joins the Patriots. Who should the Sabres want to face in the playoffs. Syracuse Orange Basketball in crisis & Adrian Autry. The RIT Tigers hockey season ends.

Gene recaps the top stories & news from today's show. The Syracuse Orange & Adrian Autry. Reggie Gilliam & Mike Evans News & More.

Full show broadcast. 1st place Sabres top Tampa Bay 8-7. Reggie Gilliam signs with the Patriots. Derek Kramer joins the show to talk Bills & Sabres. NFL "Legal Tampering" Free Agents. Terrible Take Timmy & Much More.

Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene talks everything Bills & Sabres. Reggie Gilliam & NFL free agency.

Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve highlighted the 15 LSU players named to MLB Spring Breakout rosters. Charlie reviewed the historic tanking from the teams at the bottom of the NBA standings. Mike evaluated Buffalo OG David Edwards, who could be a free agent fit for the Saints.

What does it actually take to secure a payments company in an era of sophisticated, well-funded cybercriminals? In this first episode of The Trust Advantage Series, brought to you by Payroc, host Greg Myers sits down with David Edwards, Payroc's Senior Vice President of Information Security, for a candid and eye-opening conversation about modern cybersecurity in the payments industry.With 30 years in technology — spanning private banking, retail, and payments — David brings hard-won perspective to the questions keeping payments executives up at night. Sparked by a real-world ransomware attack on a payments company, this episode cuts through the compliance checkbox mentality to explore what genuine, operational security actually looks like.David and Greg cover a wide range of critical topics: why passing audits doesn't equal being secure, how AI has radically changed the phishing threat landscape, the three pillars of identity and vulnerability management, and why resilience — not prevention — is the new gold standard. David also breaks down Payroc's layered approach to ransomware defense, how the company integrates acquired platforms without creating security gaps, and the right questions ISVs, ISOs, banks, and merchants should be asking their payment partners.Whether you're a developer, a risk officer, or a business owner processing transactions, this episode delivers a masterclass in why security isn't just an IT issue — it's everyone's job.

Strategic workforce planning is back, and not in a nostalgic “this trend is back around” kind of way. It is back because the old staffing model, react late, hire fast, hope the market delivers, is failing more often than it works. The biggest misunderstanding is still the same one: strategic workforce planning is not long-term headcount forecasting. It is not a spreadsheet exercise dressed up with better visuals. It is a business discipline that exists for one reason, to stop leaders from committing to strategies the workforce cannot deliver.In this episode of Workplace Stories, David Edwards, author of The Strategic Workforce Planning Handbook, lays out a definition of SWP that is refreshingly usable. Strategic workforce planning is workforce planning for the strategic things in the organization, not an attempt to plan the entire workforce. That single shift makes SWP more approachable, more realistic, and far more effective.If you have not listened yet, this is one of those episodes worth hearing end-to-end. The conversation is practical, occasionally blunt, and full of the kind of “this is what actually happens inside companies” detail that most workforce planning content avoids.You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[00:00] A clearer, more usable definition of strategic workforce planning.[00:43] Why SWP is back right now.[03:20] How SWP supports scenario thinking without false precision.[09:50] The questions SWP must answer to be useful.[11:40] Uncertainty, talent scarcity, and skills half-life as drivers.[14:30] Why SWP is an exercise in ambiguity, not certainty.[17:20] Why SWP works best as a business process, not an HR project.[20:05] What HR should do if it is not included in strategy conversations.[22:00] How to define “strategic” beyond leadership roles.[25:10] Why tasks matter more than skills for future work.[28:00] The contextual data missing from most workforce planning.[31:15] How AI forces better workforce planning questions.[41:20] What happens when SWP forces leaders to narrow priorities.[45:30] What to do when the business will not listen.[46:45] Why this work matters at the human level.Strategic Workforce Planning Starts With One Uncomfortable QuestionStrategic workforce planning becomes useful the moment it stops pretending it can predict the future. The real starting point is simple: Is the workforce fit for the organization's future business purpose? That framing does two things immediately. First, it moves SWP out of the “HR process” bucket and into the “business execution” bucket. Second, it forces the conversation away from false certainty and toward risk, trade-offs, and feasibility.One of the most helpful parts of this episode is how clearly the conversation draws a line between strategic and long-term. Strategic does not automatically mean five years out. In some organizations, planning 15 months ahead is strategic compared to how they have historically operated. If you want the cleanest definition of SWP in the most human language possible, it is worth listening to the early part of the conversation where this is unpacked in real time.Why Workforce Planning Has ReturnedWorkforce planning always comes and goes. It resurfaces when the world feels unstable, and it fades when leaders believe they can hire their way out of problems.Right now, hiring your way out of problems is not working.There is too much uncertainty, and it is coming from too many directions at once. Geopolitical instability affects where work can happen. Talent shortages continue to constrain hiring. Skills decay faster than most organizations can reskill. Generational shifts are changing expectations around mobility and development. And technology is changing the shape of work itself.The point is not that leaders suddenly became more disciplined. The point is that the environment is forcing discipline.Strategic workforce planning is the response to that reality. Not because it gives certainty, but because it gives options. It gives a way to talk about what might happen without having to pretend anyone knows exactly what will happen.Strategic Workforce Planning Works When It Stops Being “HR's Thing”A lot of SWP efforts fail for a predictable reason. They are treated like an HR deliverable. A report. A deck. A spreadsheet. A set of numbers handed over to leadership. Strategic workforce planning is not a deliverable. It is a business process. It is a feasibility process. It is a risk conversation. One of the strongest through-lines in this episode is the idea that HR must initiate this conversation, not because HR owns strategy, but because HR holds the missing information. HR knows things about recruiting realities, workforce behavior, retention patterns, internal mobility, and capability development that business leaders often overlook.But knowledge is not enough. The shift HR has to make is from reporting to synthesis. People analytics without business context is just numbers. When workforce data is layered onto business strategy, a story emerges. A small function may be revenue-critical. A demographic cliff may be coming. The external market may not supply replacements. The timeline may be unrealistic.This is where SWP becomes sharp.Strategic Does Not Mean Leadership OnlyMany organizations quietly turn strategic workforce planning into succession planning. They define strategic as director and above, focus on leadership roles, and build plans around titles. That is leadership continuity planning. It is not strategic workforce planning. Strategic workforce planning is about what is material. Sometimes the most strategic workforce segment is a small team of individual contributors with rare expertise and direct revenue impact. They may never appear in succession planning decks. They may not have high-profile titles. But losing them becomes a board-level issue the moment revenue drops or delivery fails. Skills Are Not the Answer, Tasks Are the Missing MiddleSkills still matter, but the skills conversation has gotten out ahead of itself. The problem is not that skills are irrelevant. The problem is that skills are being treated as the answer to a question they cannot solve. Skills describe people. Work is made of tasks. People use skills to perform tasks. That middle layer is what connects workforce planning to reality. This becomes especially obvious when AI enters the picture. AI does not simply change which skills people need. It changes which tasks exist, how tasks are performed, and which tasks no longer require a human at all. If an organization cannot describe how work is changing at the task level, the skills conversation stays abstract. It becomes a taxonomy exercise instead of a planning exercise .This is one of the most useful reframes in the conversation, and if you are wrestling with the skills-versus-tasks debate inside your organization, it is worth hearing how this is discussed in context.Workforce Planning Has to Include the Person, Not Just the SkillA skill taxonomy can tell an organization that someone has a skill. It cannot tell the organization whether that person wants to use it. Whether they have demonstrated it in real execution. Whether they are willing to take on leadership. Whether they just moved into a role and are still ramping. Strategic workforce planning becomes more realistic when it includes contextual data, not just skill labels. This is where SWP becomes less about classification and more about decision-making. It stops treating people like skill containers and starts treating them like human beings with preferences, histories, and constraints.HR Influence Requires Persistence, Risk Language, and Political SkillEven when HR gets the analysis right, many organizations still do not listen. That is not paranoia. It is often true. In environments where HR has historically been transactional, leaders do not expect HR to challenge strategy feasibility. They do not expect HR to raise uncomfortable risks. They do not expect HR to show up with options. Strategic workforce planning forces HR into a different posture. It requires HR to speak in the language of risk, to persist, and to get political when necessary. If one group will not listen, find another that will. Engage operational risk. Borrow credibility. Use the channels that the organization already respects. This is one of those episodes where the advice is not theoretical. It is practical, and it is the kind of thing HR leaders often need to hear said out loud.Connect With David EdwardsDavid Edwards on LinkedinConnect With RedThread ResearchWebsite: Red Thread ResearchOn LinkedInOn FacebookOn Twitter

The Buffalo Bills and the rest of the NFL have descended upon Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine. Kevin Carroll and Andy Young talk about the big takeaways from Brandon Beane and Joe Brady, including a re-worked contract for Spencer Brown, contract talks with Connor McGovern and David Edwards, what can Keon Coleman do to improve in Year 3, the hiring of John Fox as a senior assistant, the salary cap, the NFL Draft and more.

Mike Schopp and Bulldog open the show talking about the Bills heading into the offseason with 23 UFAs they have to deal with. What moves do we expect to make if they were to lose guys like Connor McGovern or David Edwards, how many new additions will we see to the Bills defense. Which UFA will the Bills try to bring back, who do we want them to bring back?

If you find FreshEd a valuable education resource, please consider becoming a member by visiting freshedpodcast.com/support. -- Today we explore some of the big issues teachers are facing around the world, particularly in conflict areas. My guest is David Edwards, the general secretary of Education International, the global federation of teacher unions representing more than 33 million teachers. David is also a board member of FreshEd. https://freshedpodcast.com/edwards-2/ -- Get in touch! LinkedIn: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

AI is changing tasks. Skills strategies are evolving. And yet visibility into capability, cost, and risk across the workforce often remains fragmented. So how do organisations move from reacting to workforce change, to planning for it in a way that actually shapes business outcomes? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by David Edwards, strategic workforce planning practitioner, advisor, and author of The Strategic Workforce Planning Handbook, to explore what it really takes to make strategic workforce planning work in practice. Join this conversation as they discuss: Why workforce planning can feel “deceptively threatening” inside an organisation What changes when leaders shift from thinking about headcount to thinking about capability, capacity, cost, and risk over time What goes wrong when people analytics and workforce planning operate in parallel Why looking beyond permanent employees reveals hidden workforce risk How AI is forcing organisations to rethink work design, not just skills strategies The stakeholders' strategic workforce planning really needs This episode is sponsored by Worklytics. How productive is your organisation, really? Worklytics makes it clear - with privacy-first insights from everyday work data. See how meeting volume, manager effectiveness, collaboration health, and AI adoption are impacting your team's focus, efficiency, and outcomes - so you can make smarter decisions, faster. No surveys. No assumptions. Just clear insight into work. Right now, Worklytics is offering podcast listeners a free 30-day trial of their productivity analytics dashboard. Learn more at worklytics.co/productivity . Link to resources: The Strategic Workforce Planning Handbook David Edwards' Dark Artistry Newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What impact did the Tudors have on Ireland, not just in the councils of kings and earls, but in the rhythms of ordinary life? What were the consequences for ordinary citizens when English power was asserted through martial law, low-level coercion and the constant threat of punishment?Professor Suzannah Lipscomb is joined by Dr David Edwards to discuss how communities were reshaped from the ground up.MORE:Ireland's Witchcraft TrialsListen on AppleListen on SpotifyTudor Conquest of IrelandListen on AppleListen on SpotifyPresented by Professor Suzannah Lipscomb. The researcher is Max Wintle, audio editor is Amy Haddow and the producer is Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Not Just the Tudors is a History Hit podcastSign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.