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#48 - New AI Laws, DEI Shifts, and the 2026 TA Tech Refresh, with Natalie Egan
December 8, 202548 min

#48 - New AI Laws, DEI Shifts, and the 2026 TA Tech Refresh, with Natalie Egan

About This Episode

Matt and Joycelyn dig into the biggest HR and TA stories of the week before welcoming Natalie Egan, the serial entrepreneur behind PeopleLinx, Translator, and now Znario. Natalie shares the lessons she’s learned building mission-driven technology companies, her vision for Znario, and how the platform helps teams navigate moments at work where the “right” answer isn’t always obvious. She opens up about her work in DEIB tech, psychological safety, and how her personal experiences as a parent, athlete, activist, and human-first leader have shaped her approach to building better workplaces. Plus—Matt and Rhona break down new AI state laws, shifting DEI signals from major employers, and why TA teams are refreshing their tech stacks heading into 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices