Shows
HWL TalksFrom Bedside to Boardroom: Rethinking Nursing Workforce StrategyIn this episode of HWL Talks, host Tommy Benner sits down with Nancy Bourg, RN, BSHCA, MBA, Executive Vice President of Insourcing and Chief Clinical Officer at HWL, for a candid conversation on the past, present, and future of the nursing workforce.With decades of experience spanning bedside nursing, agency staffing, and health system leadership, Nancy shares how early efforts to aggregate spend and standardize contracts laid the foundation for today’s MSP, VMS, and internal resource pool models. Together, they unpack the realities facing nursing in 2026—from burnout and bedside shortages to generational shifts, travel nursing evol...
2026-02-1728 min
HWL TalksHigh-Tech, High-Touch: Workforce Strategy, Physician Leadership, and the Future of CareSeason 2 of HWL Talks kicks off with a powerful conversation featuring Kent McMackin, Chief Operating Officer of Syncoro Health LLC, Navy veteran, and healthcare leader with more than four decades of experience spanning clinical care, hospital administration, physician services, and workforce strategy.Kent shares how his early years in clinical medicine and 23-year Navy career shaped his leadership philosophy, grounding it in service, empathy, and accountability. Together with host Tommy Binner, he explores the realities facing healthcare today—from physician shortages and rural hospital closures to chronic disease burden and the evolving role of technology in...
2026-01-1643 min
HWL TalksA Decade of Insight: Jonathan Ward on the Future of Healthcare StaffingAs we close out the year, HWL Talks welcomes a special guest—HWL Co-Founder and President Jonathan Ward—for a candid conversation on the state and future of healthcare staffing.With more than 30 years of industry experience, Jonathan reflects on the biggest workforce challenges healthcare organizations face today, from ongoing staffing shortages and financial pressure to the growing role of AI, data, and transparency in workforce decision-making. He shares how contingent labor models, MSP and VMS adoption, and smarter analytics are reshaping nursing, allied, and physician staffing—and why the next phase of innovation must focus...
2025-12-3041 min
HWL TalksRedefining Bedside Care: Innovation, AI, and the Future of NursingIn this episode of HWL Talks, we sit down with Dr. Akram Boutros, a leader who has spent his career bridging medicine, business, and innovation. Now the founder and CEO of Nexus Bedside, Dr. Boutros is pushing the boundaries of what inpatient care can look like through virtual nursing models and advanced multimodal AI.Dr. Boutros shares why traditional healthcare leadership often stalls innovation, how fearlessness (not recklessness) drives meaningful progress, and why fixing the nursing crisis requires more than staffing—it requires rethinking the entire care environment. He also breaks down real outcomes from Ne...
2025-11-2636 min
HWL TalksNavigating AI, Culture, and Change in Healthcare with Shane JacksonIn Episode 11 of HWL Talks, host Tommy Binner sits down with Shane Jackson—President of Jackson Healthcare, author, philanthropist, and leadership thought leader.Shane shares insights from his new book, This Is the Thing, and opens up about the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare leaders today. From navigating the rapid rise of AI and its impact on healthcare staffing, to fostering cultures that prioritize retention over reaction, Shane delivers candid perspective on what it takes to lead during times of uncertainty.Whether you’re a healthcare executive, workforce strategist, or simply passionate about lead...
2025-10-0238 min
HWL TalksCost, Quality, and the Future of Healthcare: A Conversation with Joane GoodroeIn this episode of HWL Talks, host Tommy Binner sits down with healthcare pioneer Joane Goodroe—a nurse, administrator, entrepreneur, and national thought leader who has testified before Congress on healthcare cost models.Joane shares her remarkable journey from the ICU to shaping Medicare pilot programs, pioneering gainsharing, and challenging the long-held belief that lowering costs means lowering quality. Together, Tommy and Joane explore:Why healthcare costs have skyrocketed from $725 billion in 1990 to $4.9 trillion today—and where they’re headedHow bundled payments and gainsharing created new models for cost savings without sacrificing qualit...
2025-09-0532 min
HWL TalksThe Power of Partnership: Women Leading with Courage, Clarity, and CollaborationOn this episode of HWL Talks, host Amanda Wheeler, VP of Insourcing at HWL, sits down with two powerhouse leaders: Laurie DiMarzio, SVP of Client Services at HWL, and Darlene Souza, SVP & CHRO at South Shore Health. What started as a high-stakes workforce challenge during the height of the pandemic evolved into a true partnership built on trust, transparency, and transformative collaboration.Together, they explore:The “likeability dilemma” women face in leadership—and how to rise above itWhat it really means to be kind (but not necessarily nice) in businessHow vulner...
2025-07-0245 min
HWL TalksNursing Workforce Today: Building Flexibility, Fighting Burnout, and Embracing Generational ShiftsIn this episode of HWL Talks, host Tommy Binner sits down with Amanda Wheeler, RN, BSN, MBA — HWL’s Vice President of InSourcing and a fourth-generation nurse — to unpack the complex state of the nursing workforce.From the lasting impact of burnout to the importance of flexible staffing models, Amanda shares insights drawn from her extensive clinical and executive experience. The conversation explores how healthcare systems can transition from reactive crisis management to proactive, sustainable workforce strategies — with a special focus on the value of internal contingent models, predictive analytics, and Gen Z’s evolving expectations.You’ll h...
2025-06-1743 min
HWL TalksA System-Wide Approach to Physician RecruitmentIn this episode, Jeff Niles, Chief Revenue Officer at HWL, sits down with Sandro Altherr, Vice President of Provider Recruitment at RWJBarnabas Health, to discuss physician recruitment in one of the most competitive healthcare markets in the U.S.Recruiting in a Crowded Market: How RWJBarnabas Health sets itself apart amid dense provider competition in the New York metro area. Culture as a Magnet: The vital role of organizational culture, reputation, and word-of-mouth referrals in attracting top physician talent. Tailored Opportunities: Creating diverse practice environments—from academic to community-based—to m...
2025-05-2709 min
HWL TalksInside AAPPR: Building Resilient Recruitment CommunitiesIn this episode, Trevor Strauss, FACHE, Senior Vice President at HWL, sits down with Carey Goryl, CEO of AAPPR, and Liz Mahan, Director of Professional Development and Solutions at AAPPR, to explore the evolution of physician and provider recruitment and the critical role of professional communities in healthcare.Strengthening Recruitment Networks: How AAPPR fosters a community that empowers recruiters to navigate industry challenges.Leading Through Change: Strategies for adapting to healthcare's evolving landscape, from post-COVID realities to shifting immigration policies.Strategic Storytelling: Why physician recruiters must advocate for their work and build...
2025-04-2426 min
HWL TalksLeading with Purpose: The Youngest Hospital CEO’s JourneyIn this episode, Trevor Strauss, FACHE, Senior Vice President at HWL, sits down with Aidan Hettler, MSHCT, CEO of Sedgwick County Health Center, to discuss his extraordinary journey into healthcare leadership and the challenges of leading a rural hospital.Breaking Barriers: How Aidan became the youngest hospital CEO in the country at just 22 years old.Servant Leadership in Action: His approach to meeting staff where they are and fostering a culture of inclusion.The Power of Relationship-Centered Care: Why patient and provider connections are key to a thriving...
2025-04-0126 min
HWL TalksOvercoming Persistent Healthcare Challenges: What Has and Hasn't ChangedIn this episode, Trevor Strauss, FACHE, Senior Vice President at HWL, sits down with Dr. Josh Hargraves, MD, FACEP, Divisional President at ApolloMD, for an insightful discussion on the challenges and future of emergency medicine.The Reality of Emergency Medicine: Why delivering patient care remains as challenging today as it was 30 years ago.Lessons from the Past: A TIME article from the ‘90s highlights ER struggles that still persist—what’s changed and what hasn’t?The Role of Technology: AI, ambient listening, and other innovations are shaping the future, but can they truly ease pro...
2025-03-1322 min
HWL TalksThe Evolving Role of the Physician Recruiter: Data, AI & StrategyEpisode Description:In this episode of HWL Talks, we sit down with Valerie Myers, Senior Physician Recruiter FL Division at Humana, to explore how physician recruiting is evolving in today’s competitive healthcare landscape. With years of experience in recruitment and workforce strategy, Valerie shares how data, AI, and analytics are transforming the way healthcare organizations attract top talent.Hosted by Trevor Strauss, FACHE, this conversation delves into:The shift from traditional recruiting to becoming a strategic workforce advisor.How data and analytics can enhance recruitment strategies and gain leadership bu...
2025-02-0427 min
HWL TalksLessons from the Operating Room to the C-SuiteIn this insightful episode of HWL Talks, we sit down with Dr. Leigh Hamby, Chief Medical Officer at Piedmont Healthcare, to explore his extraordinary journey from the operating room to the executive boardroom. With decades of experience in healthcare, Dr. Hamby shares his unique perspective on leadership, decision-making, and navigating the challenges of today’s dynamic healthcare environment.Hosted by Trevor Strauss, FACHE, this conversation delves into:The critical lessons learned from practicing medicine that shaped Dr. Hamby’s approach as a healthcare executive.The evolving role of Chief Medical Officers in driving patient outcomes and orga...
2025-01-0719 min
The Hard NineReal G’s Move In Silence Like LasagnaWe discuss the 3 game sweep vs. Pittsburgh, and preview the Blue Jays, to kick off the home stand. Is it a potential MVP year for Goldy? The Memphis Mafia has arrived and we can’t love it enough. Will the Cardinals be looking for rotation help sooner than later, or is our depth enough to keep us rolling? What is Corey Dickersons role moving forward? We also take a look around the MLB, unveil our newest Power Rankings, reveal our Toronto Blue Jays Mt Rushmore, and more. Can Blues still win without Binner and will we have fireworks tonight at th...
2022-05-241h 26
Hyper Reality Radio ShowHyper Reality Radio 124 – feat. XLS & RemnisRemnis provides the guest mix for Episode 124!
| The Hyper Reality Radio show airs on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month on DI.FM/harddance |
Hour 1 - XLS
01. Costa Pantazis - Fearful Symmetry (Latex Zebra Remix)
02. Dave Zee - Zee World (Extended Mix)
03. Sam White - Transcending Realities (Original Mix)
04. Miroslav Vrlik - Heartbeat (Original Mix)
05. Speed DJ - Divination (Extended Mix)
06. Jens - Loops & Tings (Nicholson 2019 Remix)
07. XLS - Mystical (Original Mix)
08. Felix R - Hybrid (Original Mix)
09. DJ Neon - The Force of Melody (Rainer K Meets Glojin Remix) [Track of the Week]
10. Kinetica & Inversed - Amphetamine...
2020-02-132h 00