UK Goes Degree-less, Ukraine Claps Back, and Lazy Belgians

In this snark-filled episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, Joel, Chad, and Lieven serve up their usual blend of sharp wit and sharp analysis, dissecting everything from Ukraine's military maneuvers to the UK’s job market makeover. No European stereotype is safe, and no topic is too serious (or ridiculous) for the boys to tackle. Ukrainian Military Offensive UK's Move Towards Degree-less Hiring StepStone's New Ad Campaign: Buy or Sell with: Impact Pool, AlgoJob, and ViaCurrent. The "Lazy" Belgian Lie This snark-filled synopsis captures the irreverent tone of the podcast while summarizing the key points with a healthy dose of sarcasm. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Overview 01:30 - The Conflict in Ukraine and the Offensive Against Russia 11:35 - The Changing Job Market in the UK: Rise of Degree-Less Jobs 12:22 -The Importance of Certifications in the Tech Industry 15:23 - The Impact of Brexit on Immigration and Hiring 20:05 -Skills-Based Hiring and the Shift in Recruitment 23:50 -The Value of Blue-Collar Jobs and Skilled Workers 25:17 -Buy or Sell: Impact Pool 26:45 -Investing in Niche Businesses 33:39 -AlgoJob: AI-Driven Interview Tool 38:24 -Viacurrent: Early Wage Access App 47:11 -Working Hours in Europe Keywords Ukraine, job market, degree-less jobs, certifications, Brexit, immigration, skills-based hiring, inclusivity, diversity, HR, recruiting, buy or sell, companies, working hours, Europeans, jokes

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Everything people and workforce—recruiting, marketing, technology, talent management, and workforce economics—delivered with biting sarcasm and unapologetic snark. Industry misfits Chad Sowash and Joel Cheesman bring their no-holds-barred opinions to dissect news, trends, and the occasional dumpster fire. If you’re a hiring company, staffing firm, or vendor looking for insights (and a thick skin), these two won’t just tell you what’s happening—they’ll tell you why you’re probably doing it wrong. Buckle up, buttercup.