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The ASHHRA Podcast
Robert "Bo" Brabo and Luke Carignan
195 episodes
22 hours ago
In this week’s Monday News Drop, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan dive into one of healthcare’s most persistent and pressing issues — the national nursing shortage. But this time, they go deeper than headlines to ask the hard question: Is it really a “trend,” or just a long-term problem we keep failing to solve? Bo and Luke trace the roots of the shortage through decades of reports and research, revealing that the so-called “hot topic” isn’t new — it’s been part of America’s healthcare con...
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In this week’s Monday News Drop, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan dive into one of healthcare’s most persistent and pressing issues — the national nursing shortage. But this time, they go deeper than headlines to ask the hard question: Is it really a “trend,” or just a long-term problem we keep failing to solve? Bo and Luke trace the roots of the shortage through decades of reports and research, revealing that the so-called “hot topic” isn’t new — it’s been part of America’s healthcare con...
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The ASHHRA Podcast
#195 - Long-Term Trends or Unsolved Problems?
In this week’s Monday News Drop, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan dive into one of healthcare’s most persistent and pressing issues — the national nursing shortage. But this time, they go deeper than headlines to ask the hard question: Is it really a “trend,” or just a long-term problem we keep failing to solve? Bo and Luke trace the roots of the shortage through decades of reports and research, revealing that the so-called “hot topic” isn’t new — it’s been part of America’s healthcare con...
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22 hours ago
27 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#194 - AI, Simulation Theory, and Healthcare’s Next Evolution
We're thrilled to share the highlights from a mind-expanding episode featuring Cliff Jurkiewicz, VP of Global Strategy at Phenom, alongside our hosts Luke and Bo. Dive Into Reality: Are We Living in a Simulation? The episode kicks off with a wild question: What if there’s a 50% chance we’re living in a simulation, according to Columbia astronomer David Kipping? Cliff explores quantum physics, simulation theory, and how particles defy our ability to understand reality—making us ponder hu...
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3 days ago
58 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#193 - RxB Reboot: Insider Strategies for Pharmacy Benefits
Welcome to The ASHHRA Podcast! In this episode, hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Keith Sorgius, a dedicated hospital advisor at RxBenefits, to dive deep into the world of pharmacy benefits and cost management for hospitals and health systems. With a rich background in pharmacy analytics, PBM consulting, and 340B in-house pharmacy management, Keith Sorgius shares his practical insights on using data-driven strategies to identify savings opportunities and maximize the value of in-...
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5 days ago
32 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#192 - Monday News Drop: Motivating HR Teams with Data-Driven Insights
In this week’s Monday News Drop, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan get real about the future of HR — and why the next evolution of workforce planning is already here. From predictive analytics and skills ontologies to workplace flexibility and AI, Bo and Luke dig into what every HR leader should be thinking about as technology reshapes hiring, training, and team performance. This episode isn’t just theory — it’s a candid conversation about how data can help HR move from reacting to predicti...
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1 week ago
30 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#191 - Creative Solutions for Healthcare Worker Shortages
In this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Darlene Stone, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Bayhealth, for a powerful conversation about the past, present, and future of healthcare HR. Darlene has seen it all, from the days of typewriters and paper timecards to today’s AI-driven workflows. With over 30 years in healthcare, she’s done every job in HR and brings a uniquely grounded perspective on what truly matters: people. ...
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1 week ago
34 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#190 - Veterans Day 2025: How We Serve
🎙️ Episode 190 – Veterans Day Special: Honoring Service, Saving Lives, and Building Pathways for Veterans In this special Veterans Day episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan pause to honor those who’ve served — and to spotlight a powerful mission that could change the future for Veterans and the healthcare industry alike. This episode is filled with reflection, laughter, and a deep sense of purpose as Bo shares stories from his Army career and the lessons that cont...
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1 week ago
40 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#189 - HR Innovations for Happiness, Safety, and Retention
In this week’s Monday News Drop, co-hosts Luke Carignan and Jeremy Sadlier dig into a treasure trove of 2025 healthcare HR data points, unpacking what’s really happening across the industry and what the numbers mean for the people on the front lines. From anxiety and depression among nurses to workplace violence and the growing shortage of support staff, this episode shines a light on the challenges healthcare HR professionals must confront head-on. Luke and Jeremy keep it real with practical...
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2 weeks ago
31 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#188 - Demystifying PBMs and Transparent Pharmacy Benefits
In this eye-opening episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan welcome Kinjal Patel and Brady Heiner from RxBenefits to demystify the complex world of pharmacy benefit management (PBMs). As costs skyrocket, driven by specialty drugs accounting for 50% of spend from just 2% of prescriptions, HR leaders face fiduciary risks, hidden contract clauses, and potential class-action lawsuits. Kinjal and Brady reveal how transparent PBMs differ from traditional models, why "transpa...
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2 weeks ago
48 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#187 - Unpacking Wage Compression, Remote Work, and Innovation
Hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Heather Zarzycki, Director of Total Rewards at Adventist Health, for a candid conversation about what’s really changing in healthcare compensation, why transparency isn’t the enemy, and how HR leaders can adapt to the realities of wage compression, remote work, and AI. 💡 In This Episode You’ll Learn: 1️. Transparency Is the New Trust Heather shares how public pay scales, wage laws, and cultural shifts are dismantling the old taboo around “t...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 2 minutes

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#186 - Navigating Total Rewards and Communication in Healthcare
In this lively and thought-provoking episode, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Elizabeth Babb, System Director of Human Resources at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, for a conversation that blends humor, heart, and hard-hitting insights about modern HR leadership. Elizabeth, a lifelong Spartanburg native and self-proclaimed “hilarious dog mom,” brings her infectious energy and wealth of experience across industries to the table as she dives into the art and science of ...
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3 weeks ago
42 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#185 - Are We Seeing Trends Yet?
Monday News Drop: Education Reform, Pharmacy Savings & The Future of Healthcare Workforce This week on The ASHHRA Podcast, co-hosts Bo Brabo, Luke Carignan, and Jeremy Sadlier tackle three headlines shaking up healthcare HR and workforce strategy: education pipelines, rising benefit costs, and how leadership can get ahead of both. 💡 Inside This Episode: 1️. Healthcare Education Reimagined With healthcare staffing shortages projected into 2030, the hosts explore how health systems can tak...
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3 weeks ago
38 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#184 - Growth Opportunities... The Future of Total Rewards
In Episode 184 of The ASHHRA Podcast, host Luke Carignan sits down with Amanda Ellis, Vice President of Total Rewards at SSM Health, for an inspiring conversation about her dynamic HR journey and innovative approach to total rewards. Amanda shares her story, from her Florida Gator roots to marrying her high school sweetheart and raising a family while climbing the HR ladder. Starting with an internship in Gainesville, she navigated talent acquisition, benefits, and compensation, leading...
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3 weeks ago
23 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#183 - The Unique World of Vail Health
We’re excited to bring you the latest episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, where host Luke Carignan sits down with Jennifer Law, CHRO of Vail Health, for a truly heartfelt conversation about the realities—and rewards—of working in healthcare HR nestled in the picturesque mountains of Colorado. Here’s what you’ll find inside this episode: Life & Work in “Paradise” Jen kicks off by sharing what it’s really like working in Vail, Colorado—beyond the stunning views and outdoor perks. From the logist...
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3 weeks ago
33 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#182 - How To Build Stronger Healthcare Teams
Recorded live at the 2025 ASHHRA Executive Summit in Savannah, host Luke Carignan (sans traveling co-host Bo Brabo) sits down with Jaclyn Thomson, Director of Employee & Labor Relations at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Jaclyn shares her unique journey from psychology and counseling to HR mastery, blending empathy with strategic ER. Amid talent shortages and operational challenges, she offers practical wisdom on investigations, union avoidance, and fostering positi...
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4 weeks ago
18 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#181 - Adapting to the New HR Landscape
We’re excited to bring you highlights from this week’s “Monday News Drop” episode of The ASHHRA Podcast! Co-hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo were back in the studio to tackle two of the hottest topics shaping healthcare HR today: a shakeup in leadership expectations and the non-stop momentum of AI. Episode Highlights 1. No One Wants to Lead! Luke and Bo dove into an eye-opening article on “Conscious Unbossing” – a rising Gen Z trend where employees are opting out of formal leadership roles in...
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4 weeks ago
33 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#180 - Beyond Perks: Engagement, Recognition, and Innovation
In this engaging solo-hosted episode (Bo's out traveling!), Luke Carignan chats with Erica Samalis, Director of HR Business Partners at Tufts Medicine. Erica shares her pivot from pre-med to HR via business school, her 12 years at Children's National in DC, and her return to New England roots. Amid talent shortages and industry shifts, she discusses elevating HRBPs to strategic roles, workforce development, AI's potential, and fostering engagement in a changing healthcare landscape. Key takea...
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1 month ago
34 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#179 - Healthcare HR in High-Stakes Las Vegas
In this lively episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo welcome Michelle Nicholl, CHRO in Las Vegas, NV. With a diverse career spanning call centers, hospitality, banking, and 15 years in healthcare, Michelle shares her unscripted journey—from building and dismantling an HR department during an FDIC closure to tackling talent shortages in Vegas' competitive market. Amid casino perks and nursing gaps, she discusses innovative strategies for recruitment, retention, and em...
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1 month ago
32 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#178 - Rethinking Talent Acquisition and Team Productivity
In this dynamic episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo chat with Suzanne Kercher-Liedke, Director of Talent Acquisition at Hoag Health System in Orange County, CA. From her unexpected start in recruiting (post-agricultural business major) to scaling Hoag from 2,700 to 10,000 employees, Suzanne shares her 22-year journey and forward-thinking approaches to talent challenges amid shortages and competition. Explore Hoag's evolution into a fully integrated system, emphasiz...
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1 month ago
36 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#177 - Monday News Drop: Building the Future of Healthcare, Staffing Smarter, and Retaining Leaders
In this week’s Monday News Drop, co-host Bo Brabo is joined by Jeremy Sadlier for a deep dive into three powerful stories shaping the future of healthcare HR. From building tomorrow’s workforce to protecting today’s talent, this episode connects the dots between education, staffing, and leadership sustainability. 💡 Here’s What You’ll Learn: Healthcare Systems Are Building High Schools. Bloomberg Philanthropies just announced earlier this year a $250 million national initiative to partner wit...
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1 month ago
35 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
#176 - How TA Operations Drives Success
In this insightful episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo welcome Cyann Peterson, Recruiting Operations Lead at Tenet Healthcare. With a unique journey from agriculture and NASCAR roots to agency recruiting at Apex Systems, Ascension, HCA, and now Tenet, Cyann shares her evolution into TA Ops. She dives into optimizing processes, tech stacks, and team enablement in large-scale healthcare recruiting—drawing from experiences like boosting Ascension's career site to mill...
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1 month ago
49 minutes

The ASHHRA Podcast
In this week’s Monday News Drop, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan dive into one of healthcare’s most persistent and pressing issues — the national nursing shortage. But this time, they go deeper than headlines to ask the hard question: Is it really a “trend,” or just a long-term problem we keep failing to solve? Bo and Luke trace the roots of the shortage through decades of reports and research, revealing that the so-called “hot topic” isn’t new — it’s been part of America’s healthcare con...