FEDTalk

On FEDtalk this week, join host Jason Briefel for a discussion on the first week of the Biden Administration and what federal employee associations have in mind for the new administration and new presidency. The guests will address questions and concerns relating to President Biden’s recent executive actions on covid-19 protocols, Schedule F, and diversity and inclusion. The guests will also discuss top policy issues for the new Congress and what Feds should be on the watch for. The discussion will include Jessica Klement, the Staff Vice President, Policy and Programs at the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE); Randy Erwin, the National President of the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE); and Chad Hooper, the Executive Director of the Professional Managers Association. The show airs live on Friday, January 29, 2021 at 11:00 am ET on Federal News Network. You can stream the show online anytime via the Federal News Network app and listen to the FEDtalk podcast on PodcastOne and Apple Podcasts. FEDtalk is a live talk show produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., a federal employment law firm. Bringing you the insider’s perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993. FEDtalk is sponsored by the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP). The FLTCIP is sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, insured by John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, under a group long term care insurance policy, and administered by Long Term Care Partners, LLC (doing business as FedPoint).

The federal government has a long history of funding top-tier scientific research. This week, join host James Heelan for a discussion with Nobel Laureate Dr. Andrea Ghez to learn about the private-public partnership that earned her the Nobel Prize in Physics. The discussion will feature Dr. Ghez and National Science Foundation Galactic Astronomy Program Director Dr. Glen Langston. The show highlights Dr. Ghez’s work confirming the existence of a black hole at the center of the Milky Way, and her career-long journey funding that research through NSF and other sources. The show airs live on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 11:00 am ET on Federal News Network. You can stream the show online anytime via the Federal News Network app and listen to the FEDtalk podcast on PodcastOne and Apple Podcasts. FEDtalk is a live talk show produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., a federal employment law firm. Bringing you the insider’s perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993. FEDtalk is sponsored by the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP). The FLTCIP is sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, insured by John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, under a group long term care insurance policy, and administered by Long Term Care Partners, LLC (doing business as FedPoint).

Federal employees, like the rest of the country, have had a challenging year. FEDtalk is here to look at the year in review through the lens of some federal employee associations. This week, join host Tony Vergnetti for a discussion on how COVID-19 changed the landscape for federal employee associations and a look ahead on what 2021 may hold. The discussion will feature Abe Brown from the Federal Executive Institute Alumni Association, Dr. Vivian Chen from the Asian American Government Executives Network, and Jason Briefel of the Senior Executives Association to hear their perspective on the year and what’s in store for feds in 2021. The show airs live on Friday, December 18, 2020 at 11:00 am ET on Federal News Network. You can stream the show online anytime via the Federal News Network app and listen to the FEDtalk podcast on PodcastOne and Apple Podcasts. FEDtalk is a live talk show produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., a federal employment law firm. Bringing you the insider’s perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993. FEDtalk is sponsored by the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP). The FLTCIP is sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, insured by John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, under a group long term care insurance policy, and administered by Long Term Care Partners, LLC (doing business as FedPoint).

On FEDtalk this week, join host Jason Briefel for a final sit down with Open Season leaders to review coverage options, changes from previous years, and all the virtual ways feds can learn about their insurance options. The discussion will Jay Fritz from the Open Season Program Office at the US Office of Personnel Management as well as Joan Melanson of FedPoint. These two Open Season veterans will provide tips and tricks for navigating Open Season in 2020. The show airs live on Friday, December 4, 2020 at 11:00 am ET on Federal News Network. You can stream the show online anytime via the Federal News Network app and listen to the FEDtalk podcast on PodcastOne and Apple Podcasts. FEDtalk is a live talk show produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., a federal employment law firm. Bringing you the insider’s perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993. FEDtalk is sponsored by the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP). The FLTCIP is sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, insured by John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, under a group long term care insurance policy, and administered by Long Term Care Partners, LLC (doing business as FedPoint).

On FEDtalk this week, join host Tony Vergnetti for a discussion with the leading players in federal employee insurance. In our second annual Open Season show, the guests will cover life and healthcare insurance options federal employees may be considering this year. The discussion will feature Shane Canfield, CEO of WAEPA, as well as David Yoder, Vice President of Member Care and Management at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, and Bill Breskin, Senior Vice President of Government Programs at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. The show airs live on Friday, November 20, 2020 at 11:00 am ET on Federal News Network. You can stream the show online anytime via the Federal News Network app and listen to the FEDtalk podcast on PodcastOne and Apple Podcasts. FEDtalk is a live talk show produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., a federal employment law firm. Bringing you the insider’s perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993. FEDtalk is sponsored by the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP). The FLTCIP is sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, insured by John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, under a group long term care insurance policy, and administered by Long Term Care Partners, LLC (doing business as FedPoint).

On FEDtalk this week, join host Debra Roth for a discussion with benefits experts on everything Feds need to know about this year’s Open Season. In our first annual Open Season show, the guests will loop feds in on some key insights to make the best insurance coverage choices. Joining host Debra Roth will be Joan Melanson, Director of Education and Outreach at FedPoint USA, and Tammy Flanagan, a Federal Benefits Expert at the NARFE Federal Benefits Institute. The show airs live on Friday, November 6, 2020 at 11:00 am ET on Federal News Network. You can stream the show online anytime via the Federal News Network app and listen to the FEDtalk podcast on PodcastOne and Apple Podcasts. FEDtalk is a live talk show produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., a federal employment law firm. Bringing you the insider’s perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993. FEDtalk is sponsored by the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP). The FLTCIP is sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, insured by John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, under a group long term care insurance policy, and administered by Long Term Care Partners, LLC (doing business as FedPoint).

On FEDtalk this week, join host Natalia Castro for a discussion with the National Academy of Public Administration. The show will update listeners on NAPA’s Grand Challenges with a deep dive into the progress this year and an inside look at the Agile Government Center. The show also discusses considerations for Election 2020 and the upcoming NAPA Fall Meeting.

On FEDtalk this week, join host Jason Briefel for a discussion with global talent management officials from government and the private sector. The show will cover how the pandemic has altered the landscape of pursuing, hiring, developing, and deploying top talent.

On FEDtalk this week, join host James Heelan for a discussion amongst planetary scientists and researchers regarding NASA’s Artemis Program. The show will cover the objectives and pillars of the program, aimed at returning Americans to the moon and bringing them onto mars.

On FedTalk this week, join hosts Jason Briefel and James Heelan as they discusses the evolving trends in customer experience within the healthcare industry and insurance industry.

On FedTalk this week, join host Jason Briefel as he discusses the importance of modernizing Congress and progress made by the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress with members of Congress as well as stakeholders.

On FedTalk this week, join host Debra Roth as she walks through the Women in Federal Law Enforcement’s Annual Leadership Training. While the 2020 Conference was postponed, Roth will discuss how WIFLE has pivoted to continue providing trainings and guidance to members as well as recognize the 2020 Award Winners.

On FedTalk this week, join host Natalia Castro for a conversation regarding how systemic racism and discrimination impact the federal workforce. Guests will be discussing challenges the federal government faces when addressing issues of racial tension and combatting systemic racism, as well as providing insight on how our federal workforce can more forward to become more representative of the people it serves.

On FedTalk this week, join host Tony Vergnetti for an inside look into the home healthcare industry. Guests will be discussing how the coronavirus pandemic has changed the landscape for long term planning and how healthcare workers are responding to ensure patients are kept safe and well cared for.

On FedTalk this week, join host Debra Roth to hear important advice for handling your finances in the midst of the current health and economic crisis. Guests will be discussing how to manage times of financial uncertainty while still planning for your long term health and economic security needs.