# #90 - Why Remote Work (Not AI) is Killing Entry-Level Hiring - Presented by CalendarPA.com

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Podcast: [The Purple Acorn HR Morning Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-purple-acorn-hr-morning-show-7005315)
Published: 2026-06-02T19:05:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.purpleacornnetwork.com/podcasts/the-purple-acorn-hr-morning-show
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Duration seconds: 4122

## Resource

Hosts Mike Peditto and Ron Fish dive deep into the seismic shifts currently reshaping global talent networks. The episode kicks off with a critical look at a landmark Oxford working paper that turns popular AI narratives on their head, proving that remote and hybrid work structures—not automation—are driving the massive collapse in entry-level hiring. The hosts also break down the stark reality of the tech sector's "May Mayhem," exploring how over 28,000 workforce reductions in May 2026 alone point to a deliberate capital shift from traditional headcount to AI-driven infrastructure. The guest lineup brings heavy-hitting tactical strategy to the table. U.S. Marine turned multi-unit operator Justin Henshaw joins the show to discuss his frontline workforce management platform, GAGE, highlighting why traditional corporate ecosystems fail hourly workers. Later, management defense attorney Leah Stiegler joins Ron to untangle a web of high-stakes HR legal landmines. Stiegler delivers expert frameworks on building compliance around multi-jurisdictional "Fair Chance" hiring laws, shifting to active impairment saliva screenings over traditional cannabis testing, and rooting out toxic leadership before it triggers EEOC claims. The show wraps up with a unique look at the talent pipeline, featuring a weather report from Serge on why this summer's teen job market is shaping up to be the toughest in decades. Sponsored by Talent Tech PR and CalendarPA.com, this episode is an absolute must-watch for talent acquisition leaders and HR executives trying to navigate modern recruitment fraud, workplace political friction, and evolving employment laws. Make sure to visit our sponsors, CalendarPA.com and Talent Tech PR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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