Episode Details

Every major ATS vendor now markets "AI-powered hiring" — but what does that actually mean? In this episode, we break down what iCIMS Copilot, Greenhouse Real Talent AI, and Workday's AI stack really do under the hood. Spoiler: most of it faces the recruiter, not the candidate. We look at who's writing job descriptions for you, who's scoring applicants, and who — if anyone — is actually having a structured conversation with candidates before they reach a human interviewer. We also cover where OVI fits into this picture. OVI isn't an ATS — it's a purpose-built audio screening layer that sits on top of any ATS you already run. Candidates complete a structured audio chat, the AI captures a full transcript with evaluation notes, and the recruiter reviews it before deciding who moves forward. No video, no app download, no account creation. And pricing starts at $99 a month — not five figures. If you're evaluating AI hiring tools in 2026 and trying to figure out what's real versus marketing, this episode gives you the framework to ask the right questions. What does the AI actually do? Who does it talk to — recruiter or candidate? What does it cost, and is that pricing even published? Tune in for a clear-eyed breakdown of four platforms, one comparison table's worth of insights, and a simple decision framework for matching your org to the right approach.