
The Work Dad Podcast
A humorous, multi-generational look at Total Rewards trends with the purpose of helping business leaders support a diverse workforce.
Episodes
26 episodes
Paul, what are your ins and outs?
This week, Paul and Anna talk about their professional and personal ins and outs. Paul discusses his love for legos and Anna gets much needed closure from a colleague.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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20:56

Paul, what do ultra marathon running and executive benefits have to do with each other? Featuring Kurt Snyder
Return guest Kurt Snyder joins Anna and Paul to discuss the parallels between ultra distance trial running and executive benefits…how about that!Follow Kurt on LinkedIN:
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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33:23

Paul, how do small companies weather a bad economy? Featuring Ryan Alsman of Hurdle
In this week's episode, Paul and Anna had the pleasure of sitting down with Hurdle CEO, Ryan Alsman. They focused on how small businesses can weather the storm of a bad economy and when it is the right time to invest in employee health benefits...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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30:43

Paul, why is the president talking about healthcare transparency? Featuring Legal Expert Katy Stowers
This week, Paul and Anna chatted with in house legal expert to talk about the recent Trump executive orders around healthcare transparency. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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32:18

Paul, how do you deal with a bad performance review? Featuring Chelsea of Red Envelope Consulting
It’s annual review season and some people are NOT having a great experience! Anna and Paul connected with Chelsea DuKate (learn more about her firm: https://www.redenvelope.con...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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35:29

Paul, you are invited to RESOLVE 2025!
🎟 Tickets: $149 📍 Lucas Oil Stadium, downtown Indy 📅 May 8 from 8:00am - 5:00pm ET Hoping to sponsor?? Connect with Alli Isaacs to get involvedRegiste...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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2:43

Paul, how are benefits looking for this year?
In this week's episode, Paul and Anna discuss the 2025 NFP US Benefits Trends Report and explore what it means for businesses. They break down the current PBM landscape as well as innovative leave solutions. Check out the report here:
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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31:04

Paul, how do we prepare employees for retirement? Featuring KWP Growth Partners
This week, Anna and Paul sat down with KWP Growth Partners CEO Will Prest and Partner Lisa Kottler to talk about their recently published RetireTech Map. They shared how employers can use these resources to better support employee financial wel...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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38:30

Paul, what are bereavement benefits? Featuring Justin Clifford of Bereave
Today, Anna and Paul talk to Justin Clifford from the company Bereave. He shares about the increasing need to provide bereavement benefits. They wrap up by sharing their greatest holiday gifts of all time.Check out Bereave:
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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35:56

Paul, how about a little recap and are we big in Germany?
This week, Anna and Paul have just a short episode to recap a fantastic 2024 for the Work Dad Pod. We talk podcast progress and what we are excited to do with this thing in 2025!We also encourage you all to check out episode 2 on ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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13:06

Paul, how about a holiday special with a side of AI and wine?
In this episode, we explore the latest Forbes article on workplace trends for 2024, highlighting key insights that will shape the future of work. We also delve into practical tips and strategies to help you stay ahead of the curve. Plus, don't ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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29:07

Paul, what does vulnerability and flexibility look like for leaders? Featuring Lauren Sulkowski
In the latest episode, Anna and Paul introduce Lauren Sulkowski, who has been a mentor of our podcast since its inception. Lauren shares her experiences as the VP of HR at Sanctuary Wealth, discussing the importance of workplace flexibility...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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33:41

Paul, can we not talk about politics?
Today, Paul and Anna have some lively debate over some of the workplaces most lukewarm topics such as:Monitor vs No MonitorSmelliest food to eat in the officeWhat does business casual even mean?Working out...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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28:21

Paul, are they talking about me??
Today, Paul and Anna discuss the recent headlines that companies are regretting their Gen Z hires. They also dish on pickleball drama and America's greatest treat.Here is a link to the study discussed:
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:20

Paul, how do you effectively communicate with employees on complex issues like benefits open enrollment? Featuring Amos Haffner
Employee benefits are expensive, confusing, and personal. If you can help explain these you can explain just about anything internally as an employer!This week we are joined by Amos Haffner, VP of Employee Communication with NFP. Based ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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37:55

Paul, what do I do with this money? Featuring Pete the Planner of Your Money Line!
This week, Anna and Paul are joined by Peter Dunn AKA Pete the Planner to talk about the generational differences in financial planning and about his business 'Your Money Line.'Listen to hear about how to save in your 20s and 50s, how t...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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38:56

Paul, how can I coach and be coachable? Featuring Nick Beaty D1 Tennis Player and Coach
Today, Anna and Paul sat down with Nick Beaty. Nick is an assistant men's tennis coach at UT Austin and played at the University of Michigan for 6 years before coaching there as well. Nick shares his tips on staying coachable and how to coach a...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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36:50

Paul, does wellbeing create real business results? Featuring The Well-being Ninja!
In this week’s episode, Paul and Anna are joined by The Well-being Ninja, Matt Perica.Connect with Matt on LinkedIN:
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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38:05

Paul, what are the people saying?
This week, Paul and Anna took it to the digital streets to hear about what their listeners are thinking about when it comes to company culture, work-life balance, and what they wish they could ask their CEO.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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33:18

Paul, why is everyone talking about FLSA? With guest Katy Stowers and Abby Clegg
Anna and Paul are joined by Katy Stowers and Abby Clegg to discuss all things FLSA. Must know stuff for business leaders.Here is a link to Abby’s recent article on the matter:
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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32:00

Paul, can I tell you what I've learned?
In this episode, Paul and Anna chat about ten things she has learned in the past year post graduation. Listen to hear what your new hires are thinking about and how you can support them best.Just two generations vibing about the...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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34:44

Paul, what's the deal with all of these weight loss drugs? With guest Dr. Johnathan Schmidt
Hottest of hot topics...GLP-1 (Ozempic and Mounjaro) medications for weight loss. Warning...we went longer than normal because there was so much ground to cover with Dr. Schmidt.Speaking of Dr. Schmidt, he has just released his book, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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47:21

Paul, what in the world are executive benefits? With guest Kurt Snyder
In this episode, Paul and Anna are joined by Kurt Snyder. The crew discusses:The business challenges that can be solved with key employee/executive benefits Kurt’s take on becoming a grandfather The great...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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34:12

Paul, How do we engage employees? With guest Sarah Beaty
In this episode, Anna and Paul sit down with Sarah Beaty, employee training, development, and engagement expert. She also happens to be Anna's mom so Paul was on his best behavior.In this episode we hit on:- Developing a training ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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31:59

Paul, is it alright to talk about this?
In this week's episode, Anna and Paul have a candid conversation about their experiences with mental health and how they have learned to work with it. Then they explore how the workforce is dealing with mental health and wellness on the nationa...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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35:50
