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TRIGGER WARNING: mentions of miscarriage, sexual assault, abortion, etc. On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by her friend Erin Kreszl. Erin is an MBA, non-profit founder, former investment consultant, and mother to two young girls. Reflecting on the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Jess and Erin share their thoughts on abortion access and its effects on women, their careers, and their lives. Erin shares her story of choosing to carry out a difficult pregnancy, despite learning that her child would have challenging physical and developmental needs. Now, Erin is grateful for her daughter as well as her choice to have her, especially because she was in the right financial position to be her mom. In a country with inadequate paid family leave and little professional security for women, Erin and Jess highlight the importance of bodily autonomy and urge employers to protect the reproductive rights of their female employees. For those seeking access to healthcare or wanting to donate to the care of others, learn more under “Resources” at the bottom of the show notes. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZypXeViECaBLvhn8U5nvnVaqxzjMUotOllnpaJU8DXM/edit (Reproduction Autonomy resource Guide) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WUqUomhhzf1Weub1O-o1-l_R9r_QTxJ9lFkEuPUulqo/edit?usp=sharing (How to Show Up for Abortion Access ) https://abortion.cafe/ - this is a collection of abortion resources shoutyourabortion.com - this is a campaign to normalize abortion https://donations4abortion.com/ - donate to support abortion funds by state https://secure.actblue.com/donate/supportabortionfunds - donate to the national network of abortion funds (donations split between 80+ abortion funds) https://usow.org/repro/volunteer/ - this is a list of abortion clinics across the country that need volunteers https://dontbanequality.com/ - this is language for companies to use to stand against the ruling plancpills.org/ambassadors - here are early abortion access pills you can store in your cabinet https://prochoice.org/ - this is an abortion access hotline https://natalist.com/products/early-pregnancy-test-strips - buy early pregnancy test strips https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control - get info on types of birth control https://choice.crd.co/ - this is a collection of these above links and more. Managed by @starplanes - DM them on twitter to add more https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy/explore/abortion-policy-absence-roe - abortion policy by state as of June 1, 2022 More in-depth version: https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/countries-abortion-legal-illegal-laws-rcna27505 - this is an article showing a map of abortion laws worldwide and their restrictions https://abortoenmipais.ipascam.org/ - mapa interactivo sobre el acceso al aborto en Latinoamérica https://abortion.eu/ - this is an initiative to fund abortion access for Polish people https://www.safeabortionwomensright.org/i-need-an-abortion/abortion-funds/ - this is a list that contains abortion funds from the U.S,. Mexico, Poland, Germany, and the UK https://www.mamamia.com.au/abortion-pill-australia/ - information about accessing abortion pills in Australia, including tele-abortion https://www.nwci.ie/abortionaccess - abortion access campaign options for Ireland, where even after the repeal, accessing abortion is still nearly impossible https://mesaborto.cl/quienes-somos/ - espacio de articulación integrado por diversas organizaciones involucrados en la lucha por los derechos sexuales y reproductivos en Chile https://www.aware.org.sg/information/abortion/ - AWARE Singapore provides information on abortion laws and access as well as a helpline https://www.babes.org.sg/ - Babes is a Singaporean organization to help pregnant teens with information, support,

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by Mark Rickmeier. Together, Jess and Mark share their thoughts on improving the employee experience during the product development stages. Mark is a Chief Executive Officer at TXI, a product innovation company that helps clients generate and develop new ideas to elevate their business. To Mark, the future of work highlights the employee experience because happy employees lead to higher customer satisfaction. Dedicated to bringing out the best in his team, Mark has created various company games that facilitate equitable group dynamics where each person has a voice. As a leader, he strives to find the best ways to foster an inclusive and autonomous work culture that allows his employees to grow. Linked to Mark's company and their innovations mentioned on the show: https://txidigital.com https://kermitcollective.com https://www.walkshop.io https://www.stickynote.game https://www.meetingsdoneright.co Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On each episode of the FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work podcast, we draw on our values of freedom, resourcefulness, empathy, simplicity, and happiness. The pandemic acted as a catalyst for the Great Resignation, which some call the Great Reshuffle, as many have rearranged their jobs or moved locations to gain more freedom and flexibility from alternative work structures. This living reshuffle speaks to our FRESH value of freedom for workers and is fueled by a desire to streamline and simplify our lives. On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny speaks on this Great Reshuffle and how it represents a FRESH take on the future of work. Additionally, she is joined by Shelby Friedman, who decided with her family to join the movement, leave a metro area, and migrate out into the more rural areas of New York. Shelby shares some insights into how she manages her schedule and life as a mom of three young kids living outside of the city and working remotely, and her take on how it may work for her in the future. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by Ron Storn, Chief People Officer at Booster. Jess and Ron share their thoughts on maintaining efficiency in company responses to climate change, exploring work post-pandemic, upskilling staff members, and how freedom and flexibility play into the future of work. Ron is the Chief People Officer at Booster. He has over 20 years of experience leading people teams at fortune 500 companies. He talks about his career path to HR and his responsibility in his current role to maintain a cohesive culture across diverse groups of staff members. Additionally, he explains his values as a leader and his advice for practicing successful people management. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by Cynthia Patterson. Together Jess and Cynthia discuss the importance of empathy and openness to change and challenge within the future of work. Additionally, they share their opinions on how companies should rethink how they operate and take measures to combat burnout, set realistic output goals, and adopt a more employee-centric approach for the future of work. With May being Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are excited to have Cynthia join us to share her background as an Asian American and the work that she has been doing on the people side of business. Cynthia is a progressive people leader, working in industries including retail, health care, and software. She is also a member of the advisory board for Lluna, where she provides her keen insights and passion for people and technology. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by Emily Allen. Together Jess and Emily share their thoughts about the importance of authenticity and simplicity in the future of work. At LeagueSide, Emily leads the end-to-end People Operations priorities: talent acquisition, HR, employee growth and development, culture, and retention of the organization. Emily is a mother of three and has been assisting organizational teams with their HR processes for over 16 years. She has a proven passion for leading people, recruiting staff, and conducting human resource work. With her love of data and passion for helping others, she aims to improve organizations, workplace teams, and the experiences of the people within them. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by Natalie Egan. Jess and Natalie share their thoughts on the balance that working mothers must create between their professional and maternal roles. Additionally, they discuss the need for empathy and equity in the workplace and how technology can provide support for workers with intersectional identities. Natalie is an entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience driving digital change and is the CEO and founder of Translator, a company working to scale empathy and equality through social learning technology. As an openly transgender mom of three, Natalie is familiar with the challenges and importance of balancing intersectional identities. Today she is on a mission with her company to support diversity and equity inclusion in the workplace. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny discusses small businesses in honor of National Small Business Week in the US. Jess speaks on what defines small businesses, their greater impact on the economy, and their current status today during the time of the Great Resignation. The Great Resignation has been a period of reflection for workers within the United States following the COVID-19 pandemic. The country’s workforce has seen changes as a result, which have directly affected small businesses significantly. Jess speaks on the subject and provides her thoughts on how small business leaders can manage their teams to support their missions and successfully navigate the future of work. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by Liz Quarello. Jess and Liz discuss setting boundaries for work-life harmony, balancing flexible work schedules, and how leaders can prepare their teams for the future of work. As the Chief Culture and Operations Officer at Eli Lilly and Company, Liz has plenty of experience with HR and operations leadership in fast-paced corporate settings. Liz is also a mom of two who believes in finding a balance between life and work and is passionate about culture in the workplace and creating a meaningful, positive, and fulfilling employee experience. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny discusses the buzz around the idea of implementing a four-day workweek. Recently, about 38 companies have decided to pilot a four-day workweek, supported by the nonprofit organization “Four Week Global.” Jess explains this initiative and reflects on the history of the five-day workweek. Guest speaker Christine Kondra joins Jess to talk about the change to a four-day workweek for an establishment outside the corporate structure. Christine and her husband own a restaurant, where they maintain a four-day workweek for their staff. She discusses the adjustments and results involved with implementing this schedule. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by members of the Lluna team to provide listeners with a recap of the HR Transform Conference that took place this month in Las Vegas, Nevada. Guest speakers on this episode include professionals at https://hellolluna.com (hellolluna.com), Aaron Kamholtz, CTO, Andrew Sternthal, Head of Business Development, and Jodie Zhou, Data Engineer. Each speaker shares their insights and key takeaways from the human resources conference, which is an event that brings together people-leaders for sessions on Human First, Social Impact, Digital Future, and Workplace Transformation. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)

On today’s episode of FRESH Takes On The Future Of Work, host Jess Podgajny is joined by Jen Paxton. Jess and Jen share their thoughts about the importance of flexibility, proactivity, and empathy in cultivating a successful team culture that can prosper in the future of work. Jen is VP of [email protected], the world's largest loyalty program provider. She is no stranger to work leadership, as throughout her career she has excelled in building HR excellence inside startup organizations, leading workforce teams, and supporting individuals through the entirety of the employee lifecycle. Stay Fresh! Visit us at https://hellolluna.com (https://hellolluna.com) Podcast music composed by Emily Gabriele: https://www.egmusicnyc.com/ (https://www.egmusicnyc.com/)