Everybody Hates HR
Two London-based HR professionals dissect wild workplace disputes, employment law, and office politics with a healthy dose of 'seasoning'.
A UK-based chatcast where two experienced HR consultants, Lola Abitogun and Velisa Bowlay-Williams, break down current workplace news and tribunal cases. [ZQYgfabaAvA, Nx7rRmWWInE] Each episode mixes analysis of topics like inclusive language and employee surveillance with personal stories and a distinct South London perspective. [Nx7rRmWWInE, ZQYgfabaAvA] They tackle everything from viral TikToks about being fired to the legal nuances of race discrimination and corporate domestic abuse policies. [sySYV9vrdAs, ZQYgfabaAvA, Nx7rRmWWInE]
“Unlike sanitized corporate HR advice, this show brings a street-smart, 'seasoned' perspective, grounding legal analysis in real, often shocking, tribunal cases and social media drama. [Nx7rRmWWInE, sySYV9vrdAs] The hosts' chemistry and friendly banter make complex employment law feel accessible and entertaining. [1, Nx7rRmWWInE]”
Who hosts this show
Lola Abitogun and Velisa Bowlay-Williams are two experienced UK-based HR professionals on a mission to make workplace content practical and relatable. In their podcast, they respond to listener dilemmas, discuss news affecting employee rights, and share unbelievable HR stories from the front lines. They are also the authors of the upcoming book "Everybody Hates HR", which focuses on providing guidance for young Black and brown professionals in the workplace.
Credentials & credits
- Lola Abitogun: Founder of Alchemy HR consultancy.
- Velisa Bowlay-Williams: Senior/Principal Employee Relations Partner with experience at tech companies like Meta and Workday.
- Velisa Bowlay-Williams: Over a decade of experience in HR, specializing in Employee Relations.
- Lola Abitogun: Previously worked as a tax advisor before moving into HR.
- Authors of the book "Everybody Hates HR" with #Merky Books.
Other ventures
- Alchemy HR (Lola Abitogun's consultancy)
- Haus of HR (Velisa Bowlay-Williams's content platform, formerly Black and HR)
- Adulting by Lola (Lola's content brand)
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Episode 132 - 20 Year In Prison For Trying To Kill Her Manager!Jan 27, 2026 · 52 min
- 02Episode 131 - Happy New Year!Jan 19, 2026 · 48 min
- 03Episode 130 - Government Workers Given A Manual On What They Can't Say AnymoreNov 5, 2025 · 44 min
- 04Episode 129 - Are Employee Surveys Really Anonymous?Oct 29, 2025 · 47 min
- 05Episode 128 - Non-Corporate Corporate Ice-Breakers!Oct 21, 2025 · 47 min
- 06Episode 127 - Employees Are Winning At Tribunal But Not Being Paid!Oct 13, 2025 · 43 min
- 07Episode 126 - Employees Are Job Hugging and Quiet Cracking!Oct 6, 2025 · 40 min
- 08Episode 125 - Is It Really That Wrong To Secretly Work Two Jobs At The Same Time?Sep 30, 2025 · 39 min
Notable episodes
- 01Episode 132 - 20 Year In Prison For Trying To Kill Her Manager!
A deep dive into a shocking unfair dismissal case involving assault, showcasing the show's focus on extreme but real workplace scenarios. [Nx7rRmWWInE]
- 02Episode 130 - Government Workers Given A Manual On What They Can't Say Anymore
Examines the nuances of inclusive language and corporate policy, featuring a memorable anecdote about viewing a CFO's confidential report on a train. [ZQYgfabaAvA]
- 03Episode 129 - Are Employee Surveys Really Anonymous?
Provides a practical HR insider's perspective on common corporate practices like feedback surveys and the risks of posting about work on TikTok. [sySYV9vrdAs]
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a two-host chat show, not an interview format. Episodes typically begin with a personal catch-up before the hosts dive into two or three major workplace stories or legal cases. [nnbNFpShA88, ZQYgfabaAvA] The hosts, Lola and Velisa, introduce themselves with nicknames ('Lols' and 'Vels') and maintain a conversational, often humorous, tone while providing expert HR commentary. [sySYV9vrdAs]
Signature segments
- · Co-host introductions with nicknames ('Lols' and 'Vels')
- · Analyzing recent employment tribunal cases
- · Discussing viral workplace stories from social media
- · Personal catch-up and banter segment
- · Listener dilemma segment
Topics covered repeatedly
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is sponsored by B2B software companies like Teamflect and professional development providers. [ZQYgfabaAvA, sySYV9vrdAs] The hosts also promote their own HR consultancies, Alchemy HR and Haus of HR, directly within the episodes. [Nx7rRmWWInE]
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Everybody Hates HR?
- The hosts are Lola Abitogun, founder of the HR consultancy Alchemy HR, and Velisa Bowlay-Williams, a senior Employee Relations professional.
- What is the format of the podcast?
- It's a co-hosted chat show. Lola and Velisa discuss recent news, legal cases, and trends related to the workplace, offering their expert HR commentary. It is not an interview show.
- Is this podcast still running?
- Yes, the podcast appears to be active, with episodes released into 2026.
- What kind of topics do they cover?
- They cover a wide range of UK-centric workplace topics, including employment law, tribunal cases, discrimination, workplace privacy, corporate culture, and the impact of social media on employment. [Nx7rRmWWInE, ZQYgfabaAvA, sySYV9vrdAs]
- How can I submit a dilemma to the show?
- The show's description invites listeners to email their anonymous work dilemmas to [email — gated].
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- [01]IWD: Meet Lola & Velisa, the women conquering HRitsalifestylehun.com
- [02]#Merky Books snaps up Everybody Hates HR by podcasters Lola Abitogun and Velisa Bowlay-Williamsthebookseller.com
- [03]Velisa Bowlay-Williams - Black Business Experienceukblackbusinessshow.co.uk
- [04]Velisa Bowlay-Williams - Penguin Bookspenguin.co.uk
- [05]Everybody Hates HR Podcast on Podchaserpodchaser.com
- [06]Velisa O BOWLAY WILLIAMS personal appointments - GOV.UKfind-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk
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