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The Bloody Pit180 - CONQUEST (1983)I am joined by Troy Guinn and Jeff Nelson to talk about a Lucio Fulci movie once again! This time we swipe away the fog and try to get a clear look at CONQUEST (1983). This was the director’s one entry in the brief 80’s resurgence of the sword & sorcery genre inspired by the success of CONAN THE BARBARIAN (1982) and THE BEASTMASTER (1982) and it has many more detractors than defenders. Where do you think we fall?
We talk about the history of bad VHS prints of the film and make a defense of the foggy, misty visua...
2023-09-171h 55
Risky BenefitsOE is over! Or is it? Risky Benefits explores what’s next • Risky Benefits S3, Ep. #1With the frantic race to open enrollment behind us, it’s time to catch your breath and reflect with Risky Benefits.This week’s episode is dedicated to examining past experiences while they are fresh and using them to transform the future.Here to help us is our guest Misty Guinn, Director of Customer Advocacy at Benefitfocus, a benefits technology platform that simplifies benefits administration for employers, health plans and brokers.Misty shares her secret weapon you can use to help make next year’s enrollment season more of a walk in the park.
2022-01-0341 min
Becoming UnshakableLeaders with Heart Ask the Right QuestionsIn this episode, Heather sits down with Misty Guinn, Director of Customer Advocacy at Benefitfocus, a data-driven, cloud-based software solutions for health care and benefits administration. Their mission is to improve lives with benefits that focus on people and culture. Misty believes that leaders can learn exactly what their people need by asking the right questions. After all, it all starts with listening. During her interview with Heather, Misty talks about her leadership journey, why she describes herself as a "recovering perfectionist," and more. Take a listen.
2021-12-2831 min
Dear Human Resources:Ep. 021 - Are You "Benefits Literate"? - Misty GuinnIn this episode, Misty Guinn, Director of Customer Advocacy at Benefitfocus talks about the meaning and the importance for employers and their employees to be what she calls, “benefits literate”.
Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D.
Host: Kelly Minnis
2021-09-0116 min
Rebel HR Podcast: Life and Work on Your TermsEpisode 56: Building Benefits Literacy with Misty GuinnSend us a textJoin Kyle as he speaks with MISTY GUINN, Director of Customer Advocacy at Benefitfocus (NASDAQ: BNFT). The pandemic has pushed workers to evaluate what their employment will look like down the road. This isn’t just about whether they’ll be working in an office or on their couch. Workers also need to know where they stand with their benefits today and in the future. But they can’t do so without understanding how their benefits work and the value that they’re getting from these benefits.I...
2021-08-0443 min
The Employee Cycle Podcast for HR Leaders“Why employers and employees need to become benefits literate” with Misty GuinnLet's give a warm welcome to Misty Guinn to the podcast! We discuss why employers and employees need to become benefits literate.
2021-07-2323 min
HR Happy Hour NetworkHR Happy Hour 487 - The State of Employee BenefitsHR Happy Hour 487 - The State of Employee Benefits
Hosts: Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane
Guest: Misty Guinn, Benefitfocus
This episode of The HR Happy Hour Show is made possible by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes. More than half of business owners with 10-500 employees say the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine is causing them to start, or start planning, their return to the workplace. If you're thinking about instituting a vaccination policy, download Paychex's latest e-book, "Managing COVID-19 Vaccinations and the Return to Work," to learn about ke...
2021-06-1534 min
True North Short-Cuts2021 Consumer Driven Health Accounts Transition Timeline for Customer #1This podcast session provides a detailed overview of our consumer driven health accounts transition from Wex Health (Benefitfocus Account Services) to our new partner ConnectYourCare in 2021. Our Benefits Navigator, Abby Brolley, walks us through the different scenarios and important dates of our transition.
2020-12-1023 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Fair Interview with Windwood Family ServicesWindwood Farm Home for Children has a heritage of offering help, hope and healing to young boys that have experienced abuse and trauma. Their highly skilled staff lead programs and evidenced-based therapeutic interventions to give these children the opportunity to acquire skills to regulate behaviors and emotions while overcoming past traumas. The Windwood Farm Home for Children is an 110-acre residential campus along the Wando RIver in Awendaw, South Carolina. During this interview with Charlotte, their development director, we explore the many different ways you can opt in to support their amazing work and support these boys in their...
2020-11-1811 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Fair with Junior Achievement of Greater South CarolinaJunior Achievement's purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. Their programs focus on work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy, with the objective to ignite the spark in young people to experience and realize the opportunities and realities of work and life in the 21st century. During this interview with Bette Bronson we explore all of the different ways you can opt in to help the youth in your communities dream big and make plans for the future. For more information about this organization visit greatersc.ja.org
2020-11-1810 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Interview with Reading PartnersThe mission of Reading Partners is to help children become lifelong readers by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction with measurable results. During this interview with Kelsey and Rebecca from Reading Partners in South Carolina we explore the wide variety of ways you can still get involved in this virtual world and help cultivate the love of reading with the children in your communities. For more information about this organization you can visit readingpartners.org or check out the opportunities in our BenefitfocusCares portal!
2020-11-1813 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Fair Interview with Coastal Community FoundationBenefitfocus partners with the Coastal Community Foundation in many different ways and it is through the partnership that we administer our charitable matching program with BenefitfocusCares! During this interview with Lara Leroy we explore all of the different ways the Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina is creating vibrant communities and bringing together resources to address the challenges facing the South Carolina region. Remember to access our BenefitfocusCares program click on the heart icon in our Benefitfocus Access Panel!
2020-11-1808 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Fair Interview with Habitat for HumanityThe mission at Habitat for Humanity is seeking to put God's love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. In the podcast session we interview Maria Davis, the Volunteer Coordinator and Assistant Construction Manager at the East Cooper Habitat for Humanity to learn about all the different ways you can help support their work in your local communities. From volunteering your hands to help build someone's home to donating or shopping at one of the Habitat for Humanity Home Stores - you can make a difference in this new world. For more information about...
2020-11-1109 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Fair Interview with the Salvation ArmyThe mission of the Salvation Army exists to meet human need wherever, whenever and however they can and as we approach the holiday season in 2020, we are reminded that the need has always been there - this year, it happens to be even greater. During this podcast session we interview Captain Michels with the Charleston Salvation Army to find out all of the ways you and your family can help to "Rescue Christmas" this year! Benefitfocus will be adopting some of the virtual "Angel Trees" offered by the Salvation Army to continue our annual tradition, but there are so...
2020-11-1116 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Fair Interview with Meals on WheelsThe mission of Meals on Wheels America is to empower local community programs to improve the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one is left hungry or isolated. In this podcast session, we interview Rachel and Kelly with the East Cooper Meals on Wheels organization to explore the many different ways you and your family can opt in to make a difference in your community. From writing motivational cards to hosting pet food drives in your neighborhood, there are so many ways for us to give back this holiday season and throughout...
2020-11-1112 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Virtual Volunteer Fair Interview with the American Red CrossThe mission of the American Red Cross is to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Did you know the 90% of the Red Cross workforce are volunteers! During this podcast, we speak with Kate Lily at the American Red Cross to learn about the many different ways you can opt in to help and make a difference in your communities. From supporting disaster relief to becoming a Blood Donor Ambassador, the need for volunteers is at a critical state this year. Benefitfocus is proud to...
2020-11-1121 minTrue North Short-CutsFall Meditation with Bill - Session 1 - Introduction to MindfulnessIn this session, our very own Bill Gada, shares his journey with mindfulness and explains the importance of taking the time to be present in the moment. #BeMoreLikeBill
2020-10-2726 minTrue North Short-Cuts2020 Maintain Don't Gain Holiday Wellness Challenge HightlightsThis podcast is a quick interview with Tirzah Walrath, our culture and wellness specialist, about our 2020 Holiday Wellness Challenge known as Maintain Don't Gain! She walks us through the steps of how to subscribe to the 12-week self-care campaign and join our challenges to move more and eat healthier this holiday season!
2020-10-2210 min
RecruitingDaily PodcastBenefitfocus - The Role Benefits Play in the Future of Work with Misty GuinnListen & Subscribe on your favorite platformApple | Spotify | Google | AmazonVisit us at RecruitingDaily for all of your recruiting, sourcing, and HR content.Follow on Twitter @RecruitingDaily Attend one of our #HRTX Events
2020-09-3035 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina Medical Insurance with Navigation TipsLearn more about our PPO and HDHP medical benefits offering with Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina through our interview with Frances Hylton, our Senior Marketing Representative, and immediately following our conversation with Alex are some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-2422 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Brightdime Financial Wellness Program with Navigation TipsLearn more about our voluntary financial wellness program with Brightdime through interview with Bernadette Joy, the Head of Marketing and Client Engagement, and immediately following our conversation with Bernadette, stay tuned for some navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1615 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Commonbond Refinancing Benefit with Navigation TipsLearn more about our special offer with student loan refinancing with Commonbond through our interview with Angelica, their Senior Manager on Partnership Success, and navigation Tips from Abby Brolley - our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1614 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Pet Benefit SolutionsLearn more about our voluntary Pet Benefit Solutions programs through our interview with Diane Page, the Vice President of Pent Benefit Solutions!
2020-09-1613 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: SAVVI Financial Wellness with Navigation TipsLearn more about our company-sponsored financial wellness program with SAVVI Financial through our interview with Chris Moran, the Director of Client Services, and immediately following our conversation with Chris, we have some navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator.
2020-09-1615 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Gradvisor College Savings Program with Navigation TipsLearn more about our voluntary college savings program with Gradvisor through our interview with Matt Toner, Director of Business Development, and immediately following the interview with Matt are some navigation tips from Abby, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1618 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: GoodRx Gold Prescription SavingsLearn more about our prescription savings program with GoodRx Gold through our interview with Dave Seed, the National Account Executive, and immediately following our conversation with Dave we have some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1515 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Natalist Fertility Support with Navigation TipsLearn more about our fertility support benefits with Natalist through our interview with Halle Tecco , the CEO of Natalist, and immediately following our conversation with Halle we have some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1513 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: LifeLock Identity Theft ProtectionLearn more about our identity theft protection and restoration services with LifeLock through our interview with Laura Bryan, Business Development Executive and take advantage of the peace-of-mind that comes with knowing you are protected.
2020-09-1513 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Aflac Product Offerings with Navigation TipsLearn more about our multiple product offerings of Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity with Aflac through our interview with Matthew Middlebrooks, a Broker Sales Professional, and immediately following our interview with Matthew are some navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1517 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Health Advocate with Navigation TipsLearn more about our company-sponsored health advocacy and wellness benefits with Health Advocate through our interview with Carley Frick, our Wellness Program Consultant, and Kyle Montegary, our Account Manager, plus immediately following our conversation with Alex are some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1524 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: MetLife Life, Disability and EAP with Navigation TipsLearn more about our company-sponsored and voluntary benefits with MetLife through our interview with Anthony Guarcello, our Account Executive, and immediately following our conversation with Anthony are some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1516 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Kashable Short-Term Loans with Navigation TipsLearn more about our short-term loan benefits with Kashable through our interview with Katie O'Book, our Business Development Officer, and immediately following our conversation with Katie are some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1512 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: MetLife Dental and Vision Plans with Navigation TipsLearn more about our dental and vision benefits with MetLife through our interview with Anthony Guarcello, our Account Executive, and immediately following our conversation with Anthony are some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1513 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Nationwide Pet Insurance with Navigation TipsLearn more about our Nationwide Pet benefits through our interview with Nicole Toscano, the National Account Executive, and immediately following our conversation with Nicole we have some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1517 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: Cariloop Caregiver Support with Navigation TipsLearn more about our company-sponsored caregiver support benefits with Cariloop through our interview with Alex Yoss, our Engagement Manager, and immediately following our conversation with Alex are some quick navigation tips from Abby Brolley, our Benefits Navigator!
2020-09-1522 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: InfoArmor Identity TheftLearn more about our voluntary identity theft protection products with InfoArmor through our interview with Kate Judson, our Account Manager, and discover ways to foster peace of mind and hear about their new digital footprint application!
2020-09-1515 minTrue North Short-CutsCustomer #1: MetLife Legal Plan with Navigation TipsLearn more about our voluntary MetLife Legal Plan benefit by tuning in to our interview with Dave Seed - the Director of Marketing and Sales at MetLife Legal - and stay tuned near the end for Customer #1 navigation tips from Abby!
2020-09-1516 minTrue North Short-CutsYour Place Series: How People Leaders Can Best Support Their Teams Through ConversationsGuest Speaker: Corey Towe, senior director of talent development
2020-09-0428 minTrue North Short-CutsYour Place: Back-to-School and COVID-19 - Leaning On Cariloop and CommunityThe evidence of how the coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our lives and routines has never been more apparent than now with working parents trying to figure out a back-to-school plan that no one has ever experienced before! Listen in to hear Misty and Abby talk about the concerns and challenges parents are facing right now and what resources are being made available to support our Customer #1 - our Benefitfocus Associates.
2020-09-0322 minTrue North Short-CutsYour Place: Back-to-School and COVID-19: What About My Dependent Care FSA?No one could have predicted one year ago the emotional roller coaster that 2020 would be and how we would have to adapt to makeshift home offices, childcare centers and kitchen table classrooms. Many working parents take advantage of a dependent care FSA (DC-FSA) when preparing to pay for childcare throughout the year, however, when a global pandemic strikes and childcare centers close and schools move to remote learning, you may be left asking yourself an important question - what about my DC-FSA? This quick podcast answers many of those questions and lets you know where to go for even...
2020-09-0315 minTrue North Short-CutsYour Place Series: Network Navigation Tips to Maximize Your ConnectionsIt is not just our emotional bandwidth that is being tested as we navigate this year’s back-to-school experience. Tune in for a collection of tips and tricks to help maximize your Wi-Fi bandwidth so that when you are in a meeting and the kid’s class is in session, your connection is A+! If you continue to experience network issues, we are taking our support to the next level by launching a program called Network Navigation Consultations with our very own Helpdesk experts! To schedule a one-on-one consultation please file a JIRA and complete the Network Health checklist!
2020-09-0337 minTrue North Short-CutsYour Place Series: Back-to-School - Using Your Voice to Set Yourself Up For SuccessThis episode features our very own Ebony Henderson, a Platform Solution Specialist, Full-Time Mom, Full-Time Wife, Full-Time Virtual Teacher and shining example of how to use your voice to speak up and let your manager know what you need to be successful in your personal and professional relationship. Thank you Ebony for opting in to share your story and a big shout-out to your manager, Lauren Pecora, for starting the conversation and helping Ebony shift from surviving to thriving in this new world!
2020-08-2722 min
SoulsortsThe Wednesday Wind Down Zone on Starpoint RadioThe Wednesday Wind Down Zone on Starpoint RadioInitially broadcast Wednesday 26th February 2020My turn in the seat every final Wednesday of the month, this time out three hours of mid 80s quality mellow soulTeddy Pendergrass – You're My Choice Tonight (LP: Love Language) 1984Bryan Loren – Take All of Me (LP: Lollipop Luv) 1984Dazz Band – Heartbeat (LP: Jukebox) 1984Terri Wells – Falling Leaves (LP: Just Like Dreamin') 1984Starpoint – Always On My Mind (LP: It's All Yours) 1984Rene & Angela – You Don't Have To Cry (LP: Street Called Desi...
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