The Assembly: Where L&D Minds Assemble
The future of workplace learning doesn’t live in theory — it lives in lived experience, fresh research, and honest conversations.
That’s what The Assembly delivers.
Hosted by Adam Lacey, Co-Founder of Assemble You and digital learning veteran, and Brigid McCormack, a newcomer to the world of L&D, this is your go-to space for rich, real talk on what’s driving L&D forward.
In each episode, you’ll find:
Richer insights that go beyond surface-level tips to unpack what really works in learning today
Expert perspectives from leaders shaping the L&D landscape
Access to new research on tech, methods, and innovations defining tomorrow’s learning culture
Practical strategies you can use right now to build essential skills like leadership, communication, and adaptability
Whether you’re designing programs, shaping strategy, or driving culture change — if learning is your thing, this is your podcast.
Formally known as L&D Challenges.
In this excellent interview, Adam sits down with Pooja Shemar.
Pooja is a senior L&D leader and passionate mental health advocate with over 20 years of experience, including 17 years driving transform…
In this excellent interview, Brigid sits down with Jayne Mather.
Jayne is an author, consultant, and expert in technology adoption, focusing on digital transformation and intelligent automation. She i…
In this excellent interview, Adam sits down with Dwayne Britton of DayWon.
Dwayne is a seasoned expert in learning, brand, and culture with over 15 years of experience at iconic, people-first companie…
In this excellent interview, Brigid sits down with Barry Ryan of Thirst.
Barry is a seasoned marketer turned L&D advocate and is the Head of Marketing at Thirst, the learning platform built for SMEs. …
In this excellent interview, Adam sits down with Sarah Clayton Jones.
Sarah is the Founder and CEO of Read to Lead, an organisation that delivers book-inspired peer learning experiences to develop hum…
In this episode of The Assembly, host Brigid sits down with Susi Miller, an internationally recognised expert in e-learning accessibility and the award-winning author of Designing Accessible Learning…
In this interview, Adam sits down with Will Thalheimer, a world-renowned expert in learning science, learning evaluation, and evidence-based practice in L&D.
Will is the founder of Work-Learning Resea…
In this episode of L&D 101, host Brigid McCormack sits down with renowned senior learning strategist Lori Niles-Hofmann to demystify the big shifts shaping Learning and Development today. With over 2…
In this excellent interview, Adam sits down with Jez Light of Ground Control.
Jez is an award-winning learning leader, known for his transformational approach to L&D. He is Head of Learning and a memb…
In this debut episode of L&D 101, host Brigid McCormack welcomes the inimitable John Helmer—podcast host, writer, and long-time learning industry figure—for a no-nonsense exploration of how the world…
In this excellent interview, Adam sits down with Ross Garner and Paul Buller of Mind Tools to explore one of the most pressing topics in L&D today: the role of AI in content creation and the future o…
Welcome to the very first episode of The Assembly – the new voice of Assemble You. Formerly known as L&D Challenges, our rebranded podcast reflects a more inclusive, optimistic, and forward-thinking …
Remember 'performance support'? Amid all the talk of AI, adaptive learning, and skills, it's kind of been forgotten.
But not by us! Or by respondents to Don Taylor's Global Sentiment Survey, who ranke…
In this excellent interview, Adam chats with Director of Learning, Leadership, & Inclusion at Marston's, a leading UK pub operator with over 1,300 pubs and over 10,000 workers.
With over 20 years of …
In this fantastic interview, Adam chats with the Head of Learning Experience at Greene King Pub Company, Simon Cox.
Si is a dynamic leader specialising in employee engagement and learning innovation, …
In this exciting interview, Adam speaks with Natalie Newton the Early Careers Lead at Together Money.
Beginning her career in recruitment advertising, Natalie developed a passion for talent developme…
In this insightful interview, Adam chats with the digital learning partner at River Island, Cameo Bondy.
Cameo is a passionate Learning and Development specialist with a strong track record in design…
Using Skill Sprints to Drive Individual-Lead Learning with Russell Woods
In this excellent interview, Adam sits down with Russel Woods from Aster Group UK.
Russell is the Learning and Development Partn…
This episode features former professional athlete and mental health coach Aaron Ridley of Tribox & OPTIEDGE. Aaron is a former professional athlete who has spent years learning, improving, and gainin…
In this fantastic interview, Adam chats with Learning Manager at River Island Tom Kirk. Tom has nearly 15 years of experience in various learning formats, including sports and business coaching, and …