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Talent Acquisition Leaders Podcast - Recruiting, Staffing, Human ResourcesBuilding Candidate Pipelines for Long-Term Growth with Candi Thomas of Mattress Firm On this episode, Ryan Dull is joined by Candi Thomas, Director of Talent Acquisition: Field, Corporate and Supply Chain at Mattress Firm. With 22 years of experience, Candi shares her journey from retail management to leading TA teams, unifying processes and building a strong talent acquisition brand.Candi discusses key metrics like time to fill and offer turnaround, as well as initiatives like AI-enabled assessments and active sourcing. She emphasizes the value of honesty in recruiting and fostering autonomy and creativity within teams to drive success.Key Takeaways:(02:31...
2025-01-1418 min
CINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 76: MoonlightThe moving story of Chiron, a young black man growing up in Miami, detailed in 3 defining chapters of his life, Join me as I discuss the 2016 Best Picture Oscar winner: Moonlight
2024-05-1224 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 75: Gone with the WindA classic love triangle set in the backdrop of the old south. Join me as I discuss the 1939 Best Picture Oscar winner: Gone with the Wind
2024-05-0528 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 74: All About EveAn over eager adoring fan isn't anything to worry about ... right? But Eve has big plans and everyone needs to watch their back. Join me as I discuss the 1950 Oscar winner for best picture: All About Eve.
2024-04-2829 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 73: CrashSeveral racially motivated incidents are woven together during a 48 hour period in Los Angeles. Join me as I discuss the controversial 2005 Oscar winner for best picture: Crash
2024-04-2027 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 72: Gentleman's AgreementA journalist goes undercover to write an expose on antisemitism, but learns much more than he bargained for. Join me as I discuss the 1947 Best Picture Oscar Winner: Gentleman's Agreement
2024-04-1429 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 71: OppenheimerHe was the father of the atomic bomb, but he also had some deep regrets and some ruthless enemies. Join me as I discuss the 2024 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Oppenheimer
2024-04-0734 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 70: All Quiet on the Western FrontThe horrors of war become a reality for a group of young German soldiers during WW1. Join me as I discuss the best picture Oscar Winner for 1930: All Quiet on the Western Front
2024-03-3125 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 69: Ben HurFalsely accused and imprisoned for years, Judah Ben Hur returns to exact his revenge. Join me as I discuss the 1959 Best Picture Oscar winner: Ben Hur
2024-03-2427 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 68: Out of AfricaThis 1985 Best Picture Oscar winner tells the epic love story between a married Baroness and a British big game hunter, both living in Africa in the early 1900's .
2024-03-1723 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: A League of Their OwnIt's Women's History Month and no better time to celebrate the All American Girls Professional Baseball League. Join me as I discuss A League of Their Own, the 1992 movie that tells the story of the first women ever inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame.
2024-03-1027 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 67: CODAAs the child of deaf parents, Ruby must choose to either stay and help them run their fishing business or follow her dreams to go to music school. Join me as I discuss the 2022 Oscar winner for Best Picture: CODA
2024-03-0327 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 66: Grand HotelThe lives of 5 strangers are intertwined when they all stay at the same luxury hotel in Berlin. Join me as I discuss the Best Picture Oscar winner from 1932: Grand Hotel
2024-02-2527 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 65: Tom JonesIf Tom is so in love with Sophie, why can't he stay away from other women? Join me as I discuss the 1963 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Tom Jones
2024-02-1826 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 64: Slumdog MillionaireIs it possible that Jamal Malick's difficult childhood in the slums of Mumbai helped prepare him to win Who Wants to be a Millionaire? Join me as I discuss the 2008 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2024-02-1125 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 63: Green BookTwo men from completely different backgrounds learn to accept & respect each other as they embark on an 8 week road-trip through the deep south in 1962. Experiencing racism and degradation, they form a unique bond, and life long friendship. Join me as I discuss the 2018 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Green Book
2024-02-0423 min
The Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 9: The AftermathHenry is gone, but the Tudor dynasty lives on with his children. All those years he spent trading in wives hoping to secure a long line of successful heirs didn't quite pay off the way he wanted it to.
2024-01-2823 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 62: You Can't Take it With YouIt's a clash of cultures when the granddaughter of an eccentric patriarch wants to marry the only son of a rich, snobby businessman. Join me as I discuss the 1938 Oscar winner for Best Picture: You Can't Take it With You
2024-01-2826 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 61: GigiA wealthy man is expected to have a mistress, but what if the one hand-picked for him is the dear friend he thinks of as a little sister? This is going to be awkward. Join me as I discuss the 1958 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Gigi
2024-01-2128 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPIODE 60: The English PatientNo one knows his real identity. Is he a spy who helped the Germans in WWII? Or an honest man willing to do anything for the love of his life? Join me as I discuss the 1996 Oscar winner for Best Picture: The English Patient
2024-01-1429 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 59: PattonHe was a brave military leader with an incredibly strategic mind...too bad he also had a really big mouth. Join me as I discuss the 1970 Best Picture Oscar winner: Patton
2024-01-0729 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 58: Oliver!Please sir, I want some more. Join me as I discuss the 1968 Best Picture Oscar winner, Oliver!
2023-12-3125 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: While You Were SleepingEven if your fake fiancé is in a coma, you can still spend Christmas with his family! Join me as I review the 1995 rom com While You Were Sleeping.
2023-12-2423 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 57: An American in ParisDancing and singing and falling in love in Paris-- what could be better? Join me as I discuss the 1951 best picture Oscar winner: An American in Paris
2023-12-1725 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 8: The SurvivorHenry is ready to marry for the 6th time and he wisely chooses the smart, caring and mature Katherine Parr. She turns out to be exactly what he needs as his own life nears it's inevitable end.
2023-12-1136 minCINEMA SUNDAYREPLAY: Episode 7: SpotlightThere was a time when brave journalists put it all on the line to tell the stories that needed to be told. Still relevant and heartbreaking, this 2015 best picture Oscar winner is worth a replay.
2023-12-1025 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 56: From Here to EternityLove, War and Boxing. This sweeping epic has it all! Join me as I discuss the 1953 Oscar winner for best picture: From Here to Eternity
2023-12-0328 min
The Next Best ThingFrom The Oprah Show to E-Commerce Executive: Candi Carter On Taking Risks and Navigating Career TransitionsCandi Carter had an award winning television career. She was a Senior producer of The Oprah Show and went on to be the show runner at The View and The Tamron Hall Show. After three decades in television she decided is was time for her NEXT. In this episode we discuss the importance of saying 'yes' to opportunities, exploring the world outside our comfort zones, and how to use your skills more strategically in business. Listen as Candi shares her experiences navigating a career transition in her 50’s, taking calculated risks, the importance of networking, and how she’s cr...
2023-11-2634 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 55: MartyThere's nothing wrong with Marty, he just hasn't met the right woman yet. Join me as I discuss the 1955 Oscar winner for best picture: Marty
2023-11-2629 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 54: NomadlandAn honest look at the vandweller culture and the life events that bring this unique group of people together as a community. Join me as I discuss the 2020 best picture Oscar winner: Nomadland
2023-11-1925 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 53: The ApartmentMaybe letting your boss borrow your apartment for his extramarital affairs isn't a good way to get promoted after all. Join me as I discuss the 1960 Oscar winner for Best Picture: The Apartment
2023-11-1227 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 7: Teenage DreamYoung Katherine Howard appears to be a very lucky girl. She has captured the King's heart and is being spoiled with affection and lavish gifts beyond her wildest dreams. It won't be long before it all becomes a tragic nightmare.
2023-11-1245 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 52: BirdmanOnce famous for a big box office superhero franchise, an aging actor tries to revitalize his languishing career by starring on Broadway. Join me as I discuss Birdman, the 2014 Oscar winner for best picture.
2023-11-0528 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 6: Blind AuditionsHenry is looking for wife # 4, but learns a big lesson when the he lets his ego overtake his common sense.
2023-10-3056 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 51: Midnight CowboyAn aspiring male prostitute from Texas navigates the underbelly of NYC with the help of a sleazy local grifter. Join me as I discuss the 1969 Oscar winning best picture: Midnight Cowboy
2023-10-2928 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: Breakfast at Tiffany'sFun, flirty and fashionable... Holly Golightly is all of that and more! Join me as I discuss the 1961 romantic comedy Breakfast at Tiffany's.
2023-10-2228 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 50: Annie HallRomantic comedy at it's finest. Join me as I review the 1977 Best Picture Oscar winner: Annie Hall
2023-10-1526 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 5: Here Comes the SonJane Seymour was kind, gentle and compliant; exactly what the King was looking for in his next wife. He gave her the crown, but she gave him something even better in return.
2023-10-1051 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 49: On the Waterfront"I coulda been a contender!" Join me as I review On the Waterfront, the 1954 Marlon Brando epic & winner of the Oscar for best picture.
2023-10-0830 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 4: The Chickens Have Come HomeHenry gave her everything she ever wanted. Power, fame, a lavish lifestyle, and an endless amount of love and affection. She never imagined he'd take it all away.
2023-10-021h 03CINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 48: American BeautyAnyone care for a heaping dose of midlife crisis? Join me as I discuss the 1999 best picture Oscar winner: American Beauty.
2023-10-0132 minCINEMA SUNDAYREPLAY: Episode 2: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestSo nice, I'm doing it twice! A year into the Cinema Sunday project & this 1975 Oscar winner is emerging as one of the best movies on the list. Join me for a replay of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
2023-09-2423 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: Fiddler on the RoofWhat do you mean you've arranged your own marriage?! Join me as I discuss Fiddler on the Roof, a 1971 best picture Oscar nominee. Shana Tovah!
2023-09-1735 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 3: EnigmaShe was a chameleon of sorts, ever evolving to better adapt to her situation. We think we know the story of Anne Boleyn, but there's so much more.
2023-09-1147 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 47: Ordinary PeopleWow! If you think YOU have family drama, it's nothing like the Jarretts! Join me as I discuss the 1980 Best Picture Oscar winner: Ordinary People
2023-09-1030 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 2: Mildly InconvenientKing Henry has decided it's time to end his marriage to Katherine, but has no idea how difficult it would turn out to be.
2023-09-0656 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 46: How Green Was My ValleyA young boy comes of age in a family of hard working coal miners, and is forced to learn a lot of harsh lessons along the way. Join me as I discuss the 1941 Oscar winner for best picture: How Green Was My Valley
2023-09-0326 minThe Surreal Housewives of Hampton CourtEPISODE 1: The Spanish PrincessWe meet the first of Henry's wives, Katherine of Aragon. A lovely Spanish born Princess who is about to discover the ugly side of the English monarchy.
2023-09-0353 min2023-09-0106 min2023-08-2701 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 45: Everything Everywhere All at OnceA mild mannered, middle aged laundromat owner has to travel throughout the multiverse to battle an evil force and save the world? Yes and she kicks some ass! Join me as I discuss the 2022 Oscar Winner: Everything Everywhere All at Once.
2023-08-2728 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 44: The Best Years of Our LivesThree U.S Servicemen return from WWII and face challenges adjusting to life in their small midwestern town. Join me as I discuss the 1946 Best Picture Oscar Winner: The Best Years of Our Lives.
2023-08-2032 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 43: In the Heat of the Night"They call me Mister Tibbs!" Join me as I discuss the brilliant 1967 Oscar winner: In the Heat of the Night
2023-08-1329 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 42: The Shape of WaterSome relationships are just more unique than others... you can't help who you fall in love with! Join me as I discuss The Shape of Water, the best picture Oscar winner from 2017
2023-08-0629 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 41: Around the World in 80 DaysTrains, Ships & Hot Air Balloons! How far will Phineas Fogg go to win a wager? Join me as I discuss the 1956 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Around the World in 80 Days.
2023-07-3032 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: Norma RaeIn support of the WGA & SAG-AFTRA labor strike, here's a timely BONUS episode! 1979 Oscar Nominee: Norma Rae
2023-07-2329 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 40: AmadeusA jealous rival attempts to bring down Mozart in the 1984 Oscar winner for best picture: Amadeus
2023-07-1631 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 39: The Hurt LockerThis week I discuss the 2009 Oscar winner for Best Picture: The Hurt Locker. It's not your typical war movie-- this one is extra explosive.
2023-07-0929 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 38: The French ConnectionA wildly explosive, action packed ride. Tune it to hear my thoughts on the 1971 Oscar winner: The French Connection
2023-07-0228 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 37: A Beautiful MindA true story based on on the life of Nobel Prize winning mathematician John Nash, who also suffered from a debilitating mental illness. Join me as I discuss the 2001 Oscar winner: A Beautiful Mind
2023-06-2531 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 36: 12 Years a SlaveThe true story of a free man kidnapped and forced into slavery. Join me as I discuss the 2013 Best Picture Oscar Winner: 12 Years a Slave
2023-06-1832 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: Mini Episode- Celebrate 33%We're 1/3 of the way through the list of Oscar winning films! Let's celebrate! Join me for a recap of the top episodes, the biggest surprises and why I love making Cinema Sunday.
2023-06-1115 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 34: Kramer vs.KramerThis tear-jerking custody battle takes a hard look at gender roles, single parenting and work life balance better than any other. Join me as I review the 1979 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Kramer vs Kramer
2023-06-0423 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 33: TitanicIceberg dead ahead! Join me as I review the 1997 Oscar winning film: Titanic
2023-05-2827 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 32: It Happened One Night"the grandest of romantic comedies!" Join me as I discuss the 1934 Best Picture Oscar winner: It Happened One Night
2023-05-2127 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 31: Driving Miss DaisyShe's the ultimate backseat driver! Join me as I discuss the 1989 Oscar winning best picture: Driving Miss Daisy
2023-05-1424 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 30: The King's SpeechIt's coronation time! But what happened last time England had a King? Join me as I review the 2010 best picture Oscar winner: The King's Speech
2023-05-0725 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 29: UnforgivenAn old west revenge story? Yes please! Join me as I discuss the 1993 Oscar winner for best picture: Unforgiven
2023-04-3025 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 28: Chariots of FireAthletic triumph and an unforgettable musical score. Join me as I discuss the 1982 Oscar winner: Chariots of Fire.
2023-04-2325 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 27: Mutiny on the BountyLand Ho! But it's too late for Captain Bligh. Join me as I discuss the 1936 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Mutiny on the Bounty
2023-04-1627 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 26: A Man For All SeasonsDid he really defy his King?? Join me as I discuss the 1966 best picture Oscar winner: A Man For All Seasons
2023-04-0925 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 25: Shakespeare in LoveEven Shakespeare got writer’s block. Join me as I discuss the 1998 Oscar winner for best picture: Shakespeare in Love
2023-04-0229 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 24: RockyYO Adrian! It's time to review the 1976 Best Picture Oscar Winner: Rocky
2023-03-2623 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 23: PlatoonGood morning Vietnam!! Join me as I discuss the 1986 Best Picture Oscar Winner: Platoon
2023-03-1928 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 22: The DepartedSet the trap, it's time to catch a rat! Join me to discuss the 2006 Best Picture Oscar winner: The Departed
2023-03-1230 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 21: ParasiteA reminder to always check references! Join me as I review the 2019 Best Picture Oscar winner: Parasite.
2023-03-0528 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 20: No Country for Old MenJoin me as I discuss the best picture Oscar winner from 2007, the Cohen Brothers' masterpiece: No Country for Old Men
2023-02-2623 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 19: All the King's MenTop notch political drama? YES PLEASE! Join me as I review the 1949 Oscar winner All the King's Men.
2023-02-1928 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: When Harry Met SallyCelebrate Valentines Day with one of the greatest romantic comedies ever! Join me as I review the 1989 classic When Harry Met Sally.
2023-02-1220 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 18: BraveheartFREEDOM!! Come join me as I discuss the best picture Oscar winner from 1995: Braveheart.
2023-02-0524 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 17: West Side StoryJoin me as I discuss the most award winning musical in cinema history! The 1961 Best Picture Oscar winner: West Side Story.
2023-01-2929 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 16: Terms of EndearmentGrab your Kleenex, this ones a tearjerker! Join me as I review the 1983 Oscar winner for best picture: Terms of Endearment
2023-01-2224 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 15: Forrest GumpRun Forrest Run! Join me as I review the 1994 Oscar winner for best picture: Forrest Gump.
2023-01-1531 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 14: ArgoA real life CIA extraction of hostages from Iran? I'm in! Join me as I discuss the 2012 Oscar winner for best picture: Argo
2023-01-0825 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 13: ChicagoReady for some razzle dazzle? Join me as I review the 2002 Oscar winning musical: Chicago.
2023-01-0125 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: Die HardYes.... it is a Christmas movie! Join me for a holiday bonus episode, the 1988 action classic, Die Hard.
2022-12-1828 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 12: The Godfather Part 2The Corleones are back and better than the first time! Join me to discuss the 1974 Best Picture Oscar Winner: The Godfather, Part 2
2022-12-1128 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 11: The GodfatherAn offer you can't refuse! Join me for the review of 1972's Best Picture Oscar Winner: The Godfather
2022-12-0425 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 10: My Fair LadyThis week I review the Oscar winning musical My Fair Lady, the best picture of 1964.
2022-11-2726 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 9: The StingWhat happens when a pair of con men decide to take down a mob boss? Join me as I discuss the 1973 Best Picture Oscar winner: The Sting
2022-11-2024 min2022-11-1324 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 7: SpotlightWhat happens when a group of reporters are assigned to the story of a lifetime? Find out when I review the 2015 best picture Oscar winner: Spotlight.
2022-11-0625 minCINEMA SUNDAYBONUS: The ShiningIt's the spookiest time of the year...time for a scary bonus episode!Tune in to hear my thoughts on the 1980 horror classic The Shining.
2022-10-3019 minCINEMA SUNDAYEpisode 6: The Sound of MusicThe hills are alive with The Sound of Music! Join me as I discuss this 1965 best picture Oscar winning musical.
2022-10-2317 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 5: The Silence of the LambsJoin me as I discuss the twisted psychological thriller The Silence of the Lambs. The first and only horror movie to win an Oscar for best picture.
2022-10-1621 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 4: CasablancaJoin me this week to discuss 1943 best picture Oscar winner Casablanca.
2022-10-0916 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 3: Million Dollar BabyThis week I discuss the 2004 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2022-10-0218 minCINEMA SUNDAYEPISODE 2: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestThis week I talk about the best picture Oscar winner from 1975: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
2022-09-2519 min2022-09-1821 minCINEMA SUNDAYPREVIEW: Who Votes and How?Have you ever wondered how the Oscars are decided? Who gets to say what movie is the best in any given year? I'll answer that question and give you a preview of what to expect on Cinema Sunday.
2022-09-1807 min