HR Scoop

How can HR build truly inclusive cultures for neurodiverse talent—beyond basic accommodations? Christine welcomes Mike Lamm, Chief People Officer at RethinkFirst, to unpack practical ways organizations can support neurodivergent employees and the caregivers who stand beside them. From structured hiring to manager playbooks and on-demand behavioral support, Mike shows how neuro-affirming practices...

How can employers support women through hormonal transitions without losing top talent? Christine welcomes Brianne Flaherty, Health Coach at LifeSpeak, to spotlight the mental-health side of perimenopause, menopause, and postpartum—and how stigma, silence, and burnout push women out at the peak of their careers. From manager training to peer networks and flexible policies, this episode turns aware...

Christine Muldoon speaks with executive coach Kristen Sharkey, founder of Emboldify, about how improv techniques can reshape leadership development and team culture. From embracing failure to cultivating presence, Kristen shares how applying principles from improv theater helps leaders build trust, psychological safety, and resilience—especially in high-pressure environments. "Perfectionism is exh...

How can employers rein in rising Musculoskeletal Pain (MSK) costs while giving people faster, easier relief? Christine welcomes Gemma Wenstrom, COO at Kaia Health, to unpack why musculoskeletal pain drives outsized spend—and how digital, multimodal care (motion tracking, education, coaching) empowers employees to self-manage earlier, avoid unnecessary surgery, and sustain results. “For most people...

Christine Muldoon sits down with April Haberman, CEO and Co-Founder of MiDOViA, to discuss why menopause must be part of every workplace wellbeing strategy. From tackling stigma to building inclusive policies and sustainable culture change, this conversation reframes how HR can better support women through all life stages—not just the childbearing years. "Workplaces have made space for pregnancy a...

How can HR truly harness AI without losing the human touch? Christine welcomes Matt Burns, Co-Founder of Atlas Copilot, to break down how AI is transforming HR from the trenches—not the ivory tower. From eliminating administrative burden to empowering people leaders with smarter tools, this episode dives deep into practical, people-first innovation. "AI is here. It's fast. But if we use it right,...

In this episode of the HR Scoop, Andrea interviews Dorie Clark, a top business thinker and communication coach, known for her work as a keynote speaker and bestselling author of The Long Game , Reinventing You , and Stand Out . Dorie shares her insights on effective communication in organizations, the significance of being strategic employee recognition, and the importance of career lattices over...

In this episode of The HR Scoop , Andrea interviews Eugene and Marina Borukhovich, co-founders of YourCoach. Health. They discuss how their personal experiences, especially Marina’s battle with breast cancer, led to the creation of their health coaching platform. The conversation highlights the role of health coaching in both personal and corporate wellness, emphasizing the importance of individua...

In this episode of the HR Scoop podcast, Andrea interviews Jyoti Sharma (and now Grace ShriRam), the CEO and founder of TaraCares, a London-based AI health tech startup addressing menopause. Jyoti highlights the need for employers to go beyond awareness sessions and address menopause with strategic, evidence-based policies that view employee health as a long-term investment.  Hear more about the i...

On this episode of The HR Scoop , Andrea dives into an enlightening conversation with Katina Sawyer and Patricia Grabarek, co-founders of WorkrBeeing and authors of the upcoming book Leading for Wellness .  Learn about their "Leading for Wellness" framework, the concept of "generator leaders," and how tailored, authentic leadership can revolutionize workplace wellness. From bridging research gaps...

In this episode of The HR Scoop, Andrea welcomes Phil Chun, founder and principal consultant at Polaris Leadership Consulting. Phil shares his journey from being a senior HR professional in a toxic workplace to starting his own consulting firm. They discuss the challenges HR professionals face, the importance of a person-centered approach in building company culture, and why burnout may not be pre...

In the Season 7 premiere of the HR Scoop Podcast, Andrea welcomes Christine Muldoon, Senior VP of Marketing and Strategy, and Erin Severson, head of the Center for Research, to explore the top workplace well-being trends for 2025. This insightful episode dives into key topics such as addressing employee burnout, supporting women’s health across all life stages, leveraging AI to enhance workplace w...

In this season six HR Scoop finale episode, Andrea talks with Jason Lauritsen, an author and leadership trainer, about improving workplace relationships. Jason highlights the importance of in-person interactions for building trust and collaboration. Jason also stresses the need for clear expectations in virtual meetings and as technology evolves, he shares his beliefs on maintaining human connecti...

In this episode of the HR Scoop, Andrea interviews Dr. Andy Garrett, a former private psychology clinician who now works in the business world. They discuss Dr. Garrett's journey, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, resilience, and core values in leadership and organizational success. Dr. Garrett shares insights on how aligning personal and organizational values can lead to better outcomes...

In this HR Scoop episode, Andrea talks with Dr. John White, WebMD's Chief Medical Officer, about the role of AI in employee health. Dr. White highlights the benefits of personalized health data from wearables and "nearables" for continuous monitoring and better health outcomes. They discuss top-of-mind privacy concerns and the potential of augmented intelligence in healthcare.  

In this HR Scoop episode, Andrea interviews Cindy Bjorkquist, Director of Wellbeing for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about their Blue Cross Virtual Wellbeing program. Cindy explains how the program is uniquely accessible to everyone and its commitment to offer engaging weekly shows on various health topics. She discusses its mission to improve community health, the importance of authentic c...

In this HR Scoop episode, Andrea talks with Sara King, an HR consultant, about the growing trend of fractional CHROs and HR consultants. Sara shares her extensive background, including a 21-year tenure at VIPS, where she built the HR department and navigated multiple acquisitions.  Sara also discusses a successful virtual article club she started during the pandemic and the importance of adopting...

In the season six debut of the HR Scoop Podcast, Andrea Herron returns to the mic to interview Bridget Hallman from Paychex. Bridget shares her journey in the health and wellness arena and leading employee well-being strategy at Paychex. She discusses the adoption of Gallup's five elements of well-being at Paychex and highlights the importance of leadership support, practical implementation strate...

On the Season 5 finale of the HR Scoop, Andrea hosts a panel of talent acquisition professionals to discuss the current state of recruitment. From social media best practices to a game of “candidate stop/start/continue” to tips for HR professionals as candidates, you won’t want to miss this timely conversation.

As season 5 of the HR Scoop rolls on, Andrea pivots from the traditional corporate guests and talks with Mike Nieto, a modern leader in the construction industry and nonprofit founder. Discover why culture is equally important for labor industries, the ways he’s breaking the stereotypes of construction companies and hear success stories from his mental health nonprofit.

The HR Scoop is so pleased to welcome Cheryl Kish, CEO of HOA Brands (Hooters), for a candid conversation about their internal career development programs. From the cultural benefits to employee retention, this episode features all the advice you’ll ever need to improve your own organizations career development opportunities. And you won’t want to miss hearing about Cheryl’s own inspiring journey.

Jessica Kim, CEO of IANACare (I Am Not Alone), joins Andrea on this thoughtful episode of the HR Scoop to talk about one of the hottest topics in the HR Benefits’ space­: Caregiving. You’ll learn about the myths and truths of caregiving while hearing touching examples of caregiving stories. Plus, find out why texting “no need to reply” might be the most supportive thing you can do for a caretaker...

This episode of the HR Scoop features, Aaron Hurst, CEO of Imperative, a peer coaching provider. Andrea and Aaron start by defining the “purpose economy” before doing a deep dive into how peer coaching humanizes colleagues and creates meaningful relationships. Lastly, learn why Aaron is forever linked to the sport of baseball.

On the Season 5 premiere of the HR Scoop, Andrea sits down with Diane Schwartz, CEO of Ragan Communications to talk about the intersection of communications and HR. Discover the importance of storytelling and writing skills, learn why recognition is important for company culture and hear about an exciting experience from the Australian Outback.

Season 4 of the HR Scoop wraps up with advice about putting a little TLC on your career. Kevin Campbell, Employee Experience Scientist at Qualtrics, joins Andrea to discuss trends in employee turnover, better ways to teach the “soft” skills and why storytelling is the next great trait of HR leaders.