Friends with Employee Benefits

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The podcast that tackles trending topics in the employee benefits and HR world… and hopefully entertains along the way. Tune in biweekly to stay informed of the latest trends and industry insights to help you develop an exceptional workplace.

Recent Episodes
  • Beyond Symptoms: A Doctor's Perspective on Healthcare in America
    Apr 15, 2025 – 34:08
  • Introducing Season 4: Rethinking Healthcare, Together
    Apr 14, 2025 – 01:29
  • Navigating the Skilled Labor Market: Insights from Jim Bologa, President and CEO at Porter & Chester Institute
    Sep 10, 2024 – 25:01
  • Building a Culture Around Purpose & Trust with Jessica Rich, co-CEO of The Walker Group
    Aug 27, 2024 – 30:03
  • A Deep Dive into AI in the Workplace with Vinay Gidwaney, Chief Product Officer at OneDigital
    Aug 6, 2024 – 48:24
  • A Conversation Around Employee Engagement, Mental Health & Wellbeing with Lisa Harris & Jody Breault at VEIC
    Sep 12, 2023 – 34:47
  • Lifestyle Spending Accounts: What Are They & How Are They Keeping Employees Engaged with Lisa Jacobi, CHRO at COCC, Ryan Burns + Megan Burns from Forma
    Jul 11, 2023 – 39:04
  • SECURE 2.0 in 20 Minutes: What This Legislation Means For Your Organization with Sean Patton, SVP, Retirement Services at OneDigital
    Jun 20, 2023 – 23:44
  • Retaining Your People is Not the Answer to Your Workforce Strategy with Travis Dommert, SVP of Talent at OneDigital
    Mar 7, 2023 – 41:51
  • A Conversation with Paul LaVoie, Chief Manufacturing Officer for the State of Connecticut
    Feb 7, 2023 – 42:13
  • Starting the Year off with Conscious Accountability (Part 2) with David Tate, Co-Author, Executive Coach & Professor at Yale
    Jan 24, 2023 – 28:01
  • Starting the Year off with Conscious Accountability (Part 1) with David Tate, Co-Author, Executive Coach & Professor at Yale
    Jan 10, 2023 – 32:11
  • How Connecticut PFML is Going for Employers with Kate Pikul, HR Director at Avid Marketing
    Dec 6, 2022 – 41:32
  • How to Have Fun at Work with Rachel Waldmann, Sr. Manager of Employee Experience at Privy
    May 17, 2022 – 30:26
  • A Conversation with an Executive Trauma Coach for Mental Health Awareness Month
    May 3, 2022 – 29:35
  • Best Practices for Managing Poor Performance in the Workplace with Karen Casey, Head of People & Culture at Canidae Pet
    Apr 19, 2022 – 36:09
  • How to Help Employees Thrive at Work & Retire on Time with Gordon Oliver, Cambridge Credit Counseling
    Apr 5, 2022 – 31:06
  • How the Physical Workplace Can Aid in Getting Your Workforce Back to the Office with Rebecca Sarkosi, QA+M Architecture
    Mar 22, 2022 – 22:24
  • Hiring for a Diverse Workforce: Where to Start with Stephanie Johnson, Training Consultant
    Feb 8, 2022 – 29:21
  • Getting to the Root Cause of the Great Resignation with Sara Martin, CEO at WELCOA
    Dec 3, 2021 – 30:32
  • The Great Resignation or the Great Shift? Talking Employee Wellbeing with Patrick Yam, CEO & Co-Founder at Somnology
    Oct 29, 2021 – 27:10
  • Connecticut Paid Leave: Short-Term Disability Impact, Claims Process, Anticipated Utilization & More with Principal
    Oct 8, 2021 – 40:14
  • Telemedicine After COVID-19: Continuing the Momentum & Understanding its Impact with Dr. Mary Mulcare, CMO at Summus Global
    Sep 24, 2021 – 28:13
  • Vaccine Mandates, Surcharges & Incentives: Best Practices for Employers
    Sep 10, 2021 – 28:23
  • Leveraging Coaching, Feedback & Continuous Learning to Create an Intentional 'Culture' with Maureen Gallo, Executive VP at Beekley Corporation
    Jun 25, 2021 – 49:49
  • A Conversation with State Senator Kevin Kelly on Healthcare in CT
    Jun 18, 2021 – 42:21
  • Getting the Most Out of Your EAP's to Build a Mentally Healthy Workplace with Meghan Stokes, VP Clinical Services at BHS
    May 28, 2021 – 26:38
  • Answering Your COBRA Subsidy & Tax Credit Questions with Bob Radecki, Senior Reg. & Public Policy Analyst
    May 21, 2021 – 25:30
  • Returning to People, Maintaining Culture & Leaders vs. Bosses with Jon Pace, Chief People Officer at CompassMSP (IT Direct)
    May 14, 2021 – 34:00
  • Q&A Round-Up: American Rescue Plan Act, Vaccinations & Returning to the Workplace
    Apr 30, 2021 – 50:43
  • How Workplace Culture Influences Productivity & Performance with Becca Jacobs, HR Manager at Instrumart
    Mar 26, 2021 – 28:06
  • Answering Your Connecticut Paid Leave Questions
    Mar 12, 2021 – 34:06
  • Virtual Open Enrollment: Takeaways & Best Practices with Katelyn Ayala, Benefits & HRIS Specialist at Paradigm Precision
    Feb 26, 2021 – 23:34
  • The New Focus on Human Experience
    Feb 12, 2021 – 39:34
  • Your Vaccine Questions Answered
    Jan 29, 2021 – 50:51
  • What We've Learned from 2020 & What to Expect in 2021
    Dec 18, 2020 – 33:34
  • A Conversation with U.S. Senator Chris Murphy on Healthcare
    Dec 11, 2020 – 19:52
  • Navigate, Pivot or Stay the Course? Helping Employee's Thrive in Uncertain Times
    Nov 20, 2020 – 31:47
  • Green Puppy, Hidden Chocolate & An Incredible Discovery: Some Good News You Might Have Missed
    Nov 6, 2020 – 29:51
  • A Discussion Around The Election, Prescription Drugs & Lowering Costs
    Oct 23, 2020 – 33:45
  • Empowering & Engaging Employees with Jason Lauristen
    Oct 9, 2020 – 41:35
  • Connecticut Paid Family Leave Update
    Sep 25, 2020 – 40:39
  • Move to Value: Episodic Bundles (Part 2)
    Sep 11, 2020 – 38:45
  • Achieving Low Turnover, Creating Intentional Culture & Doing Business in CT
    Jul 24, 2020 – 01:01:30
  • Move to Value: What Is It & Why Employers Should Care (Part 1)
    Jul 10, 2020 – 55:16
  • CarrierChat: ConnectiCare's Focus on Mental Health, Customer Support and Market Trends
    Jun 26, 2020 – 01:00:00
  • Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace
    Jun 12, 2020 – 52:34
  • CarrierChat: Aetna's Focus on Member Experience & Controlling Pharmacy Costs
    May 29, 2020 – 01:09:12
  • Some Good News (Part 2)
    May 22, 2020 – 01:36:53
  • Some Good News (Part 1)
    May 15, 2020 – 01:01:37
Recent Reviews
  • msimmons81
    Frank Mengert does it again!
    I’ve worked with Frank. He’s a class act and knows benefits technology better than anyone I’ve met. Excellent choice for a guest.
  • Danielyoung1794
    Awesome Job Frank
    Technology Regret. So true. Having seen this myself, I never knew this term was a thing.
  • mmandez19
    The name of this show is perfect
    Checked out the episode with Frank Mengert on technology. He was amazing
  • Drew Hulburt
    Great show!!
    Episode one of season two with Frank was very informative. Keep them coming!
  • Anthony A15
    OneDigital Team on Point
    Great job OneDigital Team! Very informative and fun. Great to see you all on this platform.
  • SpinachSquad
    You had me at kegerator....
    Great discussion challenging traditional approaches to attracting, retaining, and motivating great employees!
  • benefitsguru
    Awesome and relevant content for employers
    Love this. Thanks for providing such relevant information in a fun format. Keep them coming!
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