This week on The Chad and Cheese Podcast: It's a world of layoffs, aliens, and bad burgers as Chad brags about sunny Portugal while Joel freezes in the Midwest. From AI pimps hustling Instagram to job board dinosaurs facing extinction, the duo dives into an Acquisition Palooza that proves even startups can have a midlife crisis. Plus, they tackle the age-old question: How much Shake Shack can you eat at 30,000 feet? Spoiler: Not enough. Strap in for hot takes, cool beers, and the slow but inevitable collapse of humanity—now with a side of influencer drama!

Takeaways

• The hosts share their contrasting experiences of weather and lifestyle.


• Current events are overwhelming, with a mix of serious and absurd news.


• Boxing has transformed into a scripted entertainment spectacle.


• The hosts reminisce about the authenticity of past boxing matches.


• Industry shout outs highlight the interconnectedness of recruitment platforms.


• Fantasy football updates reveal competitive dynamics among the hosts.


• Layoffs in the recruitment industry signal ongoing challenges.


• LinkUp's acquisition showcases the importance of real-time job data.


• Adzuna's acquisition aims to enhance social media recruitment capabilities.


• The conversation reflects on the future of recruitment advertising amidst automation. Adzuna should consider acquiring Flockety to enhance its influencer marketing capabilities.


• The job board industry is evolving, with a shift towards programmatic advertising and social media engagement.


• Companies must adapt to the changing landscape of job postings to remain competitive.


• JobGet's acquisition of Snagajob could revitalize the hourly worker market.


• Recruiter.com's acquisition of BountyJobs raises questions about the future of recruitment services.


• AI-driven digital employees are becoming essential in addressing the cybersecurity talent shortage.


• The proliferation of AI-generated influencers poses significant challenges for genuine content creators.


• Legislative action is needed to combat the rise of deep fake technology on social media.


• The recruitment industry is experiencing a wave of consolidation and strategic acquisitions.


• The conversation highlights the importance of adapting to technological advancements in recruitment and marketing.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Current Events

03:00 - Reflections on Boxing and Entertainment

06:03 - Shout Outs and Industry News

10:03 -Fantasy Football Update

12:01 -Layoffs and Industry Changes

15:58 -Acquisition Palooza: LinkUp and Adzuna

28:32 -The Rise of Influencer-Centric Platforms

29:52 -The Evolution of Job Boards and Programmatic Advertising

33:16 -Adzuna's Strategic Shift and Industry Challenges

34:01 -JobGet Acquires Snagajob: A New Era for Hourly Workers

42:09 -Recruiter.com Acquires BountyJobs: A Strategic Move?

47:04 - AI in Cybersecurity: The Future of Digital Employees

52:00 -The Impact of AI-Generated Influencers on Social Media