
Talent Talk Podcast
Discover the latest interviews with industry leaders and experts with “Talent Talk Podcast”, a free community resource from Moraine Park Technical College.

Recent Episodes
Microcredentials & Digital Badges: Shaping the Future of Workforce Skills | Episode 35
In this episode, we explore how microcredentials and digital badges are reshaping workforce training and skill development. Learn how these focused, verifiable credentials differ from traditional degrees, why they’re gaining traction, and how they’re helping individuals and companies stay competitive. We also discuss future trends and how employers can use these tools to boost team skills in today’s evolving job market.
The State of Industry 4.0 in Northeast Wisconsin | Episode 34
Ann Franz, executive director of the Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance (NEWMA), discusses the results of NEWMA’s 2024 Industry 4.0 Talent & Technology Survey. Find out to what extent Northeast Wisconsin manufacturers are using Industry 4.0 digital technologies and what it means for companies’ ability to compete in a global market.
5 Ways to Boost Your Cybersecurity | Episode 33
When it comes to protecting your business from cyber attacks, it’s not a matter of if but when. While you may never avoid a cyber attack, there are steps you can take mitigate fallout of such an attack. Hear from Moraine Park Cybersecurity Instructor Matthew Kelly, who outlines the top five ways to protect your data and your company. He also includes bonus content about cybersecurity insurance.
OSHA: The Latest on Violations, Audits and Updates | Episode 32
Safety Consultant and Trainer Peter Ullmer talked with us on a potpourri of OSHA topics, including discussion of the top safety violations during fiscal year 2023, how to prepare for an OSHA audit, and details on important 2024 updates to the OSHA rules. It’s a podcast, safety leaders won’t want to miss!
Conversations About Poverty: Whisker’s Story | Episode 31
When leaders at Whisker’s Juneau, WI, facility noticed team members were coming in late to work and not caring for themselves, difficult conversations revealed some team members were experiencing financial hardship. Listen to learn how leaders took action and why this company is an innovator in a people-first culture.
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