podcast
details
.com
Print
Share
Look for any podcast host, guest or anyone
Search
Showing episodes and shows of
Bframe
Shows
Boss Moves in Benefits
The Risk Takers — How BCS Protects Employers from the Unexpected
In this episode, Ken and Robin welcome Peter Laio from BCS Financial—a company uniquely owned by all Blue Cross Blue Shield plans nationwide—to talk about the unseen but essential world of stop-loss insurance. Peter shares his journey from farm life to finance, revealing how BCS evolved from serving Blue plans to leading the commercial stop-loss market. Alongside Mike Hoffman, the conversation dives into risk pooling, gene therapy claim management, and how BCS’s integrity-driven approach ensures claims are paid quickly and fairly. The team discusses what true partnership looks like in high-stakes healthcare financing—and how collaboration between...
2025-11-20
38 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Building Big Company Benefits for Small Businesses
Meet Lisa Hodson, CEO of Allied National, as she joins Ken, Robin, and Mike to discuss how her company redefined third-party administration for small employers. From her inspiring journey to the C-suite to Allied’s role as a neutral partner focused on relentless value creation, Lisa shares how Allied’s Level Funded Advantage product—built exclusively for Costco members—brings transparency, affordability, and innovation to the small-group market. The group breaks down how level-funded plans merge the advantages of self-funding with predictable costs, premium refunds, and transparent PBM partnerships that eliminate hidden fees.
2025-11-13
31 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Behind the Strategy — How Arizona Benefit Plans Powers Boss Moves
Ken and Robin sit down with industry veteran Mike Hoffman and operations lead Sydney Bogart to unpack how Arizona Benefit Plans bridges the gap between brokers, carriers, and clients. From creative stop-loss strategies to the Costco Health Insurance Marketplace, this episode explores how collaboration, risk management, and decades of experience have shaped innovative small- and large-group products. Learn how CBC and ABP built a marketplace model that saves employers up to 55% compared to ACA rates and delivers ongoing value through data-driven design and low renewal trends.
2025-11-06
25 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Leave Administration That Puts People First – Featuring Sheila Bowers
In this episode of Boss Moves in Benefits, hosts Ken Ball and Robin Ball sit down with Sheila Bowers, Leave of Absence Manager at Control Source. Sheila shares her journey into the world of leave administration, how she built CBC’s leave program from the ground up, and why her people-first approach is transforming the way employers handle FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and beyond. Listeners will hear how Sheila’s team provides a level of empathy and follow-through that’s rare in the industry—from next-day return-to-work monitoring to personalized communication that ensures employees feel supported every step of the w...
2025-10-09
32 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Supporting the Modern Remote Workforce: Benefits That Work Anywhere
Remote and hybrid work are here to stay—but what does that mean for benefits administration and employee support? In this episode of Boss Moves in Benefits, Ken, Robin, and Brooke break down the strategies employers need to engage and support remote teams. From smarter benefit admin processes to innovative communication tools like office hours and text messaging, CBC shares how to deliver real value in today’s dispersed workplace. Contact us for more information: Health Insurance Plans for Businesses and Individuals | Custom Benefit Consultants, Inc
2025-10-02
33 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Boss Moves Spotlight: Lisa Park – The Queen of Small Group Benefits
In this special Boss Moves Spotlight episode, we sit down with longtime CBC colleague Lisa Park, affectionately known as the Queen of Small Group Benefits. With nearly 20 years at CBC, Lisa has seen it all—helping small businesses navigate rising costs, complex regulations, and the challenges of offering meaningful benefits to their employees. From her passion for supporting mom-and-pop shops to her expertise with Costco’s custom health marketplace, Lisa shares why she loves working with employers who are often overlooked, and how her approach makes benefits simple, affordable, and tailored. You’ll hear about her journey to CBC, the ev...
2025-09-24
27 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
ACA 2026: What Employers Need to Know About the Big Changes Ahead
The Affordable Care Act is evolving again—and 2026 brings some of the most significant updates in years. In this episode of Boss Moves in Benefits, Ken and Robin sit down with compliance expert Jaelle Pinilla to unpack the new rules and what they mean for employers and employees. We cover: Rising HSA and FSA contribution limits, including the first major increase to the dependent care FSA since 1986. Updated high-deductible health plan thresholds and embedded deductible requirements. The new affordability percentage (9.96%) and how it impacts employer contributions. Substantial increases in ACA penalties—and how to avoid costly IRS letters. What empl...
2025-09-18
32 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Tackling the Rising Costs of Specialty Drugs
Specialty drugs account for just 1–2% of prescriptions but drive over 50% of total healthcare spend — and costs are climbing every year. In this episode of Boss Moves in Benefits, Ken Bahl sits down with Robin Bahl, CEO of Custom Benefit Consultants, along with Kristin Gray Hamilton and Jonathan Harvin from Navitus, to unpack what’s driving these skyrocketing costs and, more importantly, how to manage them. From understanding what qualifies as a specialty drug, to exploring transparent PBM models, biosimilars, and medical vs. pharmacy benefit strategies, this conversation dives deep into practical, proven approaches that lower costs while protecting outcomes. Whethe...
2025-08-20
17 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
PBM Solutions That Actually Work for Enterprise Employers
Are you a large employer frustrated with your pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) setup? In this episode, we break down real PBM solutions designed specifically for enterprise clients—covering cost control, transparency, contract structures, and better employee outcomes. From negotiating rebates to eliminating hidden fees, we’ll walk through the strategies top employers are using right now to save millions while improving member satisfaction. Whether you’re an HR leader, CFO, or benefits consultant, this conversation will help you identify what’s possible with the right PBM partner and the right plan design. Visit us today...
2025-08-13
16 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Benefits Jackpot! - Benefits Vegas Style
Welcome back, everyone, to another exciting episode of Boss Moves in Benefits! Brooke, Ken, and Robin hold a discussion with Cindy Moehring, the Vice President for Human Resources at The Palms Casino Resort. Cindy’s a powerhouse in the Entertainment and Gaming world, steering the benefits ship for a team that keeps the lights shining and the good times rolling at one of Vegas’s iconic resorts. On Boss Moves in Benefits, we dive deep into what makes employee benefits
2025-07-30
34 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Form 1095-C: Compliance Without the Chaos
Penalties? No thanks. Confusing codes? Pass. In this episode of Boss Moves in Benefits, we break down what every employer needs to know about Form 1095-C compliance—without putting you to sleep. Whether you’re in HR or running a business with 50+ employees, this episode is your go-to guide for: ✅ Understanding the 1095-C and why it matters ✅ Avoiding costly reporting mistakes ✅ Staying compliant with confidence ✅ Real talk, no legal jargon We’re making compliance make sense—and maybe even making it fun. 😉
2025-07-23
26 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Returning Strong: Discover Our Individual Coverage Plans
Join us for a concise dive into our individual insurance products offered by our brokerage, designed to safeguard what matters most to you. In this short podcast, we break down our tailored solutions, for medical, dental, and vision. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand their insurance options and make informed decisions.
2025-07-16
08 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
PBM Contracts Unveiled: Cracking the Code on Pharmacy Trade Secrets!
What's in Your PBM Contract? Do you know what you are sacrificing for lower administration fees? On this episode Ken and Robin dive into one of their favorite contracts. Let us explain the fine print for you so you don't have to! We will talk about your administration fees, couponing programs, and much more!
2025-07-09
15 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Scaling Success: Benefits and Solutions for Multi-Location Employers
Think all employees on benefits are eligible? Think again! This eye-opening segment reveals how favoritism and mismanagement can lead to costly mistakes and compliance risks. A must-listen for employers and HR teams wanting to protect their business and employees. Share to spread awareness!
2025-07-02
18 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
ICHRA Solutions for Small Businesses
Join us today as we discuss ICHRA a competitive solution for small business owners.
2025-06-25
18 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Consolidated Billing: One Invoice to Rule Them All!
Let's unpack our Consolidated Billing product. In this short episode, we chat about the ways we are helping you wave goodbye to billing chaos! One invoice, ALL your carriers, no headaches. We handle the heavy lifting + tailor it to make finance do a happy dance!
2025-06-17
09 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Big Plays for Big Biz - Enterprise Unpacked
Welcome to Boss Moves in Benefits, where we craft benefits solutions like a corporate blueprint—strategic, efficient, and impactful. I’m Brooke, your host. Today, we’re exploring “Big Plays for Big Biz: Enterprise Strategy Unpacked,” CBC’s approach to large enterprise accounts with 51 or more employees. This is a jam packed episode to give you an overview of our approach. We will be doing deep dives in the future into each of these categories. Joining me are my colleagues Jagel, Ken, and Robin for a 30-minute discussion, including our signature speed rounds. Let’s meet the team.
2025-06-11
30 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Meet CBC - We Came to Disrupt
We’re unpacking who Custom Benefit Consultants is, a 27-year trailblazer disrupting insurance with transparent, innovative plans. Join us, Brooke Frame, Robin Bahl, Ken Bahl, and Jagel Pinillo as we dive into self-funded plans, individual coverage, and more.
2025-06-04
24 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Meet CBC - Make the CFO Happy
We are going to help you make the CFO happy all the while having excellent benefits.
2025-05-23
00 min
Boss Moves in Benefits
Meet CBC - Teaser
Episode 1 is on its way! Join us as we rewrite the benefit script.
2025-05-23
00 min
Lopullinen
59. Edmund Creffield
Vuoden 1902 lopulla Edmund Creffield saapui Corvallisin pikkukaupunkiin saarnaten hengellisestä puhdistautumisesta ja täydellisestä omistautumisesta Jumalalle. Edmundin karisma veti erityisesti naisia puoleensa, ja pian hän oli onnistunut kokoamaan ympärilleen pienen mutta omistautuneen joukon seuraajia. Edmundin saarnat sekä rukoushetket alkoivat kuitenkin eskaloitumaan pikkuhiljaa, sillä ihmiset saattoivat kieriä maassa tuntikausien ajan, huutaen ja anoen Jumalalta anteeksiantoa. Näiden erikoisten rituaalien ja äänekkäiden kokoontumisten vuoksi, kaupunkilaiset alkoivat huolestumaan Edmundin seuraajiksi liittyneistä läheisistään. Tilanne kärjistyi entisestään, kun Edmund kielsi seuraajiaan olemasta tekemisissä kultin ulkopuolisten kanssa. Lopulta Corvallisin asukkaat päättivät, että Edmundin toiminta oli pysäytettävä keinolla millä hyvänsä...
2025-02-24
37 min
Ernährung mit Herz und Verstand - und Annalena.
Folge #5: Zucker Teil II - Zuckersucht, Stoffwechsel, Darm und Psyche
Heute gibt es wie versprochen die zweite Folge zum Thema Zucker. Es geht darum, ob Zucker wirklich süchtig wie eine Droge macht, wieso Fruchtsaft die Triglyceride im Blut erhöht und was der Zucker für einen Einfluss auf die Psyche hat. Folgt mir gerne auf Instagram @ernaehrungmitherzundverstand und stellt mir dort auch gerne Fragen. Ich freue mich auch über Lob, Kritik, Anregungen und Ideen für weitere Folgen. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! :) Hier findet ihr die Links zu den Quellen, die ich in der Folge zitiere: Allgemein: * https://www.dge.de/presse/pm/empfehlung-zur-maximalen-zuckerzufuhr-in-deutschland/ * https://www.bioscience.org/2018/v2...
2021-04-29
43 min
Isotopica: The Resonance Series – Isotopica
Pissing On The Fabric Of A Civil Society (Gideon Osbourne)
Todays detour starts at the setting up of the unfunfair at beaconsfield gallery in lambeth, an intervention in the large arch space, a test bed, and a quick show of this years studio works [field name=bframe] Franz Anton Mesmer (May 23, 1734 – March 5, 1815) sometimes incorrectly referred to as Friedrich Anton Mesmer, was a German physician with an interest in astronomy, who theorised that there... Source
2013-06-20
59 min