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Latest Episodes
Prioritize Protecting Yourself: Professional Liability Part 1
This week, we are covering the trifecta of legal risks and the disciplinary processes that federal professionals could face each day that could take away their livelihood. FEDtalk will break down why professional liability insurance is more than a nice to
Neurodiversity and National Security: Harnessing the Potential of Unique Cognitive Talents
This week, FEDtalk is discussing Neurodiversity and National Security. It is no secret that our nation needs to harness a wide variety of skills, talents, and abilities to meet growing national security concerns. On this episode, agencies will learn how t
Government Engagement at South by Southwest
This week, we are covering South by Southwest an annual conference centered around technology, film, music, education, and culture. The 10-day event rapped up last week, and FEDtalk sits down with government attendees to learn about what they saw and wh
Advancing Opportunities for Women in the Federal Workplace
FEDtalk is celebrating Womens History Month and International Women's Day with a discussion on women in the federal workplace. Guests will discuss how agencies can create a more inclusive space, elevate intersectionality, and improve the gender diverse l
Professionalizing Federal Human Resources
Professionalizing Federal Human Resources
The State of the Federal Workforce
In honor of the State of the Union this week, the FEDtalk team is hosting a State of the Workforcean open and honest conversation about the state of the executive branch.Regular FEDtalk hosts Jason Briefel and Natalia Castro are sitting down to the po
Turning Around Tech Layoffs: Opportunities for Public Service
In 2022, the technology industry laid off over 150,000 employees. Thus far in 2023, an additional almost 70,000 employees across 210 tech companies have lost their jobs. As the private sector tech industry undergoes a major transition, government can step
Top 10 Cases of 2022 Impacting the Federal Workforce
This week on FEDtalk, host James HeelanSenior Counsel at Shaw Bransford & Rothjoins the program with colleagues Conor Dirks and Michael Sgarlat. Mr. Dirks is a Partner at Shaw Bransford & Roth, and Mr. Sgarlat is an Associate Attorney. The Attorneys aut
Top Programs of 2022
This week, FEDtalk hosts Natalia Castro and Jason Briefel recap on this years programs and discuss their favorite programs to host this year. Castro discusses the honor of hosting Assistant Secretar
Open Season with the Insiders
This week is FEDtalks annual Open Season Special. We sit down with insurance experts to demystify the plan selection process. We will cover whats new in insurance this year, why employees should re-