Learning Matters

with Doug Wooldridge

Your go-to source for learning leaders and consultants passionate about professional growth and making a difference in learning and development!

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Welcome to the

Learning Matters Podcast

with Doug Wooldridge

Our podcast is all about listening in on how today’s L&D leaders are tackling their biggest challenges and growing their strategies. They’re pulling back the curtain and sharing all the juicy details, from navigating obstacles to scaling innovation. Each episode gives you insider access to the conversations that keep learning leaders inspired, focused, and ready to take bold steps forward.

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2025 episodes

EP 45: From Data to Development: How TEKsystems Transformed Talent Strategy

October 9, 2025

EP 44: How L&D Leaders Can Prove ROI and Drive Business Growth

September 25, 2025

EP 43: Growing Leaders with People-First Learning at AdventHealth

September 11, 2025

EP 42: Future of Work: Why L&D Must Shift from Checkbox Training to Business Impact

August 28, 2025

EP 41: From Power to People: How Dr. Darick Bryant is Redefining Leadership and Learning

August 13, 2025

EP 40: Revolutionizing Learning at Kellanova with VR, AI and Strategic Vision

July 31, 2025

EP 39: The Secret to Leadership Success? Grit, Gratitude, and Good Coaching

July 17, 2025

EP 38: How to Align L&D with Business Strategy for Maximum Impact

July 3, 2025

EP 37: From HRBP to L&D Leader: How Nikki Ward Keeps Learning Simple and Strategic

June 19, 2025

WHAT OUR LISTENERS ARE SAYING

Each episode is a treasure trove of insights, blending expert knowledge with practical tips in the field of learning and development. The host has a knack for engaging conversations. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just curious about the latest trends, this podcast is a must-listen. It’s not only informative but also incredibly inspiring, making it easy to see why learning truly matters. Highly recommend tuning in.

Podcast listener

Learning Matters dives deep into a myriad of topics from using personal values to build a high performing team, to the latest approaches in L&D! The personal stories are very relatable and impactful. Its worth a listen.

Podcast listener

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Meet your host

Doug Wooldridge

With 15+ years of experience as an audio engineer, Doug runs a successful recording studio in the scenic Rocky Mountains, crafting addictive audio experiences. Leading a talented team of voice-over artists, he, along with his sidekick, rescue German Shepherd, mixes and masters top-notch audio learning assets for major companies like Amazon, Bank of America, Meta, and Grant Thornton (to name a few!). As the host and producer of the Learning Matters podcast, he blends his technical expertise with his passion for storytelling, inspiring listeners to create learning that makes a difference.