"Creative Innovators with Gigi Johnson" is a podcast about the people who are changing their worlds. In each episode, host and change agent Gigi Johnson interviews a different changemaker from a wide range of industries, including creative industries, software, education, sciences, and social innovation. The conversation moves from the guest’s personal history in creative work and innovation -- sometimes back into childhood and first creative directions -- and explores different routes and r ...
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Music is changing locally around the world. Enjoy our Community Conversations with music leaders in cities, regions, and countries from 2020 and 2021. And please get inspired from the panel sessions from the Amplify Music 2021 virtual online conference -- also available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@RethinkNextMusic. Amplify Music Communities began as a quick virtual conference in April 2021 to capture stories and challenges of local music early in the pandemic. We gathered 39 sessi ...
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Rachel Cooke is your guide to leadership and communication, helping you craft a workplace environment you can feel good about. She’ll share tips to help you balance your work and personal life, effectively invest your time, and be mindful about where you’re devoting your energy. Let Rachel help you navigate your path to success—however you define it.
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A bi-weekly interview series highlighting the technology that is shaping the future of insurance and exploring how industry leaders are leveraging technology to grow their businesses.
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Balancing careers, caregiving, and personal well-being is no small feat—especially for women who often carry the weight of multiple roles. From supporting aging parents to raising children and managing demanding careers, financial planning can easily take a back seat. But your financial future deserves attention, and we’re here to help you take charge. Welcome to Women's Money Wisdom, the podcast designed to empower women with the knowledge and confidence to build financial security and achi ...
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Episode 270: Spring Clean Your Finances: 20 Ways to Refresh Your Financial Life Right Now
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27:18Spring is the perfect time for more than just a closet refresh—your finances deserve a reset too! In this practical, action-driven episode of Women’s Money Wisdom, Melissa Joy, CFP® shares 20 powerful strategies to reinvigorate your financial life with the same fresh energy that spring cleaning brings to your home. From reviewing your budget in tod…
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Fixing burnout begins with understanding burnout
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10:14Team challenges can feel overwhelming to tackle head-on. Here’s how leaders in a recent Activation Bootcamp found ways to infuse small but meaningful relief into their teams—without trying to fix everything. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at modernmentor@…
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From Help Desk to the Executives Desk with Chris Griffith from American Coastal & Skyway Underwriters
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42:22Hosts James Benham & Rob Galbraith are joined by Chris Griffith from American Coastal and Skyway Underwriters. Chris shares his expertise on going from the help desk to the executives desk. Discover how strong execution, smart frameworks, and leadership drive innovation without compromising …
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Episode 269: RSU's Demystified: How Smart Women Manage Equity Compensation
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22:49💬 Are you leaving money on the table by not understanding your equity compensation? Equity compensation is no longer reserved for top tech execs—it’s becoming a standard part of pay packages across industries. In this empowering and informative episode, Melissa Joy , CFP® breaks down the increasingly common but often misunderstood world of Restrict…
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Sustaining progress: Rethinking DEI for the next generation of work with Lily Zheng
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44:48Rachel sits down with DEI strategist Lily Zheng for a candid conversation on the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. They explore why real progress depends on focusing less on performative programs and more on outcomes that drive lasting change. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecas…
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Episode 268: Mortgage Rates, Market Myths & Smart Home Buying with Erica Powers
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29:48Is now a smart time to buy a home—or just a risky financial move? On this episode of Women's Money Wisdom, host Melissa Joy, CFP® sits down with returning guest and mortgage specialist Erica Powers CMPS®, CDLP®, NMLS#739673. First Merchants Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and a Member FDIC. She unpacks the ever-changing housing market and what it m…
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How to repair fractured relationships at work
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9:10Some work relationships feel easy. And some… don’t. When a relationship feels rocky—even without a big conflict—there’s a path to a more collegial working relationships, even if you never become best friends. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at modernmentor…
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Straight From InsurTech NY: Rethinking Enrollment from the Strategy Seat with Jason Gross from TruStage
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39:27Host James Benham is joined by Jason Gross from TruStage. Jason shares his expertise on rethinking enrollment from the strategy seat. Discover how emerging technologies are reducing friction in the enrollment process, and how those improvements connect to larger goals like access, equity, and long-term customer value. T…
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Episode of 267: Rethinking Retirement: Spending Surprises, Confidence Gaps & Evolving Timelines
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18:25Is your retirement plan based on outdated assumptions—or real-world trends? In this episode of Women’s Money Wisdom, Melissa Joy, CFP®, breaks down how retirement is changing—especially for women and Gen Xers. From unexpected post-retirement spending spikes to the growing trend of phased retirement, Melissa shares insights on what today’s retirees …
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Rachel sits down with Bonnie Davis, co-founder of HuWork, to answer your questions about building more human-centered workplaces. You’ll also hear how Bonnie and her co-founder built HuWork by combining their corporate experience, research, and coaching backgrounds along with why celebrating strengths is key to sustainable change.…
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Episode 266: Tariffs, Crashes, and Bear Markets
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24:36Market volatility can be unsettling—but long-term financial success is rarely built on short-term reactions. In this episode of the Women’s Money Wisdom podcast, Melissa Joy, CFP® addresses the emotional and financial challenges that often arise during market downturns. As markets enter bear territory, many investors may feel inclined to make signi…
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How to reignite your motivation when it dips
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8:20Everyone’s motivation dips sometimes. But when it does, we often default to the wrong solutions. Here’s how to get curious, not critical, and reignite your inner spark in some of the most common situations.By Macmillan Holdings, LLC
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Why Identifying the Right Pain Points is Key to AI Success with Preetha Sekharan from Unum
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38:38Hosts James Benham & Rob Galbraith are joined by Preetha Sekharan from Unum. Preetha shares her expertise on why identifying the right pain points is key to AI success. Discover how to pinpoint the most impactful AI use cases, gain buy-in from stakeholders, and navigate the challenges of imp…
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Episode 265: Navigating Trump's Proposed College Funding Changes With Ann Garcia, CFP®
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32:28Are big changes coming to the way we pay for college? In this episode, host Melissa Joy, CFP®, sits down with Ann Garcia, CFP®, and author of How to Pay for College, to discuss the shifting landscape of higher education. With potential policy changes on the horizon, including modifications to student loans, grants, and university funding, families …
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You want to run an offsite for you team. You're craving the connection, the alignment, the levity and the action plan. You just don't know where to begin. Well, it's here. You begin here. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at [email protected]…
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Episode 264: What’s Up With Women and Money with Author Alison Kosik
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27:00Even as a CNN business correspondent, Alison Kosik struggled with financial imposter syndrome—a reality many successful women face. In this episode, Melissa Joy and Kosik dive into how women can build financial confidence and take control of their money, drawing from Kosik’s new book, What’s Up With Women and Money: How to Do All the Financial Stuf…
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The power of empathy in leadership with Jerry Colonna
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43:23In this insightful conversation, executive coach Jerry Colonna joins The Modern Mentor Podcast to explore the transformative power of empathy in leadership. He shares lessons from his work with top executives, his experiences with Startup Podcast, and his perspective on fostering belonging in the workplace. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. …
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The Intrapreneur’s Playbook: Disrupting Insurance from Within with Bobbie Collies from Coterie Insurance
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43:15Hosts James Benham & Rob Galbraith are joined by Bobbie Collies from Coterie Insurance. Bobbie shares her expertise on intrapreneurship and disrupting insurance from within. Discover how to turn innovation into real change, leverage technology and data, and drive meaningful impact in the fut…
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Episode 263: Talking About Money and Overcoming Financial Stigma with Author Kathleen Burns Kingsbury
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39:30Money is everywhere in our lives, yet talking about it remains one of the biggest taboos. In this episode, we bring together—Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, financial psychologist and author, and Melissa Joy, CFP®, founder of Pearl Planning—to explore why breaking money silence is crucial for financial confidence, wealth-building, and stronger relationsh…
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How to solve workplace problems by focusing on success
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9:06Tired of always fixing what’s broken? What if instead, you focused on what’s working well and built from there? Today, we’re talking about using an Appreciative Inquiry approach to problem-solving in the workplace. Let’s shift from frustration to forward momentum. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Hav…
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Episode 262: Making Space for Moms and Families with Founder Ariel Wan
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33:18How can mothers find the support they truly need in a world that often leaves them feeling isolated? In this inspiring episode, Melissa Joy sits down with Ariel Wan, founder of The Mamas Network, a nonprofit dedicated to creating a safe and empowering space for parents. Ariel shares her journey of building third spaces—welcoming environments where …
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Feeling the slump? 7 easy ways to reignite workplace morale
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9:49Low morale seems to be rampant in the workplace today. So many people are feeling it - without a sense of empowerment (or budget) to change it for the better. But there are plenty of no-cost ways to drive morale in the right direction. Today let’s talk about 7 of my favorites. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Si…
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Episode 261: Shifting Identities for Women Including Career and Motherhood with Hannah Moore, CFP®
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39:42Ever wondered how to balance your career ambitions while thriving as a dedicated mom? In this empowering episode, we’re diving deep into the balancing act of career ambitions and motherhood with an honest, heartfelt conversation about redefining success on your own terms. Melissa Joy, CFP® is joined by the inspiring Hannah Moore, CFP®—a dynamic lea…
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Finding your creative spark: AJ Jacobs on curiosity, gratitude & reinvention
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48:05Rachel welcomes bestselling author AJ Jacobs, known for his immersive "method writing" approach. They discuss how curiosity, gratitude, and risk-taking can reignite creativity and combat workplace burnout. From living biblically for a year to becoming the healthiest person alive, AJ shares how diving deep into new experiences fuels his work and how…
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Episode 260: 5 Year Anniversary and Finding Your Authentic Style with Morgan Wider
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40:55In this special milestone episode, we’re celebrating five years of the podcast and my 50th birthday with an empowering conversation about the transformative power of style! Joining her is Morgan Wider, founder of Wider Style and author of The Worthy Wardrobe, to explore how authentic self-expression through style can elevate confidence, impact succ…
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The power of kind leadership with Linda Cohen
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32:36What does kindness really mean in a business context, and how can it drive retention, culture, and success? Linda Cohen, The Kindness Catalyst, joins the Modern Mentor podcast to explore the tangible impact of kindness in leadership, how it differs from simply being nice, and actionable strategies to create a more engaged and motivated workforce. Y…
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The Unethical Practices Threatening Insurance Claims with Matthew Monson from The Monson Law Firm, LLC
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32:02Hosts James Benham &Rob Galbraith are joined by Matthew Monson from The Monson Law Firm, LLC. Matthew shares his expertise and insights on the unethical practices threatening insurance claims. Discover the emerging legal trends, regulatory challenges, and technological advancements shaping t…
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Episode 259: Family Vision and Values with Business Coach Kelly O'Donnell
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39:29Is Your Family Operating Like a Well-Run Business? In this episode, Melissa Joy, CFP®, explore how families can apply business strategies to create structure and intentionality at home. Our guest, Kelly O'Donnell, an expert in the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), introduces the Vision Traction Organizer (VTO)—a tool that helps families defin…
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