Best Jaime Klein Podcasts (2025)

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E19 Surviving Placenta Percreta After Three Cesareans with Dawn Baranski 1:16:44

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93% of women pregnant after one or more cesareans are not informed about the risk of placenta accreta spectrum that rises with each subsequent cesarean. Instead, they are assured that a repeat cesarean is safe and a planned VBAC is risky and, as a result, they schedule another cesarean. Dawn Baranski was one of those women. After enduring the bait …

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Your team doesn’t have to hate the workout 9:21

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Are you and your team running on a treadmill that's going nowhere? Modern Mentor Rachel Cooke shares four real-world experiments that helped leaders in her lab ditch the burnout and get stronger results. Learn how small, unconventional shifts—like silent brainstorms and customer-led learning—can deliver better outcomes and a more engaged team. Mode…

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How to learn at work when there’s no time for learning 8:38

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Learning and development at work are essential - for expanding our skills, for being more innovative, and for keeping us engaged. But also, there’s so much work on our plates it can feel impossible to find the time for learning. So let’s talk about some ways to bake it right on into the work itself. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transc…

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Inspired Leadership: HR Leadership for the Modern Workplace 40:20

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Host Jaime Klein welcomes Amy Bouque, Head of HR at Kelly, to share critical skills HR leaders need today—from financial savvy and tech enablement to building psychological safety and belonging. Tune in for actionable insights on leading with empathy, embracing AI, and prioritizing well-being.

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Four steps to fix team conflict at work 8:23

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We’re not all friends at work. And we don’t have to be. But what you do do have to do is work well - effectively - together. In this week’s episode we’ll discuss a simple framework you can use with your team to define ways of working that suit all of your colleagues while driving your results. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript i…

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How work design can reignite tremendous results 9:57

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Too many teams are stuck in a swirl. Unclear on priorities, disconnection from purpose, and lost momentum. But we don’t need org-wide overhauls to fix it. In this episode, I’m sharing four practical shifts leaders are making right now to redesign how work gets done - from the inside out. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is avai…

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Is "quiet cracking" happening to your team? 7:26

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Quiet cracking isn’t burnout, and it’s not disengagement. It’s the early warning signal that something in the work is out of alignment. In this episode, we unpack what quiet cracking looks and feels like, why it matters more than we think, and what anyone, regardless of role, can do to stop it before it spreads. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Co…

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Stop fixing wellness symptoms, fix the work 9:01

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Our approach to wellness at work is wrong and it needs to be fixed. Currently we’re pushing ourselves to the edge and using wellness programs to help us recover. But what if instead of building better wellness programs, we rewired the work to just need them less? Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have…

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Work moves faster with clarity and collaborative context 8:26

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Clarity doesn’t come from top-down communication. It comes from shared context, built through curiosity, trust, and connection. Here’s how to create it. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at [email protected]. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, …

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How the Ladder of Impact helps us achieve success 9:17

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Change and success live on a dial, not a switch. And when we’re only looking for complete overhauls, we miss the signals we’re achieving something new. Missing those signals can cause us to miss out on progress. That’s where the Ladder of Impact comes in. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a quest…

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Inspired Leadership: HR in a 24/7 World 42:40

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Dr. Indirampal Harad, Head of HR at Universal, joins host Jaime Klein to discuss the evolution of HR, leading with heart, digital fluency, and the culture behind one of the most exciting theme park launches to date—Epic Universe.

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How to build a healthier workday, minute by minute, with Dr. Rich Safeer 32:01

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Workplace well-being isn't just a buzzword; it's a critical component of a thriving team. This episode looks at the current state of employee health and well-being with Dr. Rich Safeer, Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Well-being at Johns Hopkins Medicine. We discuss the often-overlooked signs of workplace stress, why integrating well-…

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How to lead through a difficult change 8:08

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Companies are making tough decisions these days that leaders need to help their teams through. Here are some ways to get through even the toughest of changes. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at [email protected]. Find Modern Mentor on Face…

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E18 "I Never Thought a 20-Week Abortion Ban Would Impact Me" with Megan Kling 1:27:11

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Never thought you would have an abortion? That's exactly what Wisconsin mom and maternal health advocate Megan Kling believed until she became pregnant with her third much wanted and planned child. Megan courageously shares her deeply personal story of terminating two pregnancies for medical reasons. She discusses the profound impact of abortion re…

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Workplace wild west: AI, return-to-office, and DEI shifts with Jaime Klein 24:51

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In the final installment of our series of shorter form interviews, Rachel speaks with Jaime Klein, founder and CEO of Inspire HR. They dive into the transformative impact of AI on HR practices, drawing parallels to the early adoption phase of the internet. Jaime shares insights into how companies are integrating AI at various levels, from applicant…

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Implementing a pilot approach to drive organizational change with Brett Underhill 17:48

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In the third installment of our series of shorter form interviews, Rachel sits down with Brett Underhill, who heads up talent acquisition and learning and development at Taboola. They discuss the benefits of using a pilot approach to implement changes and initiatives within an organization. Brett shares insights into setting up a pilot, including c…

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E17 An Attorney's Fight to Challenge Rights Violations & Illegal Maternal Care Practices with Hermine Hayes-Klein 1:02:56

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Confusion and fear over lawsuits drives health care in the US and even more so within obstetrics and midwifery. In the midst of defensive medicine as default, many clinicians miss the one decision that provides ultimate litigation protection. Hermine Hayes-Klein is single handedly changing the landscape relative to litigation within maternal health…

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The feedback fix: Grow your team, grow your career with Mike Jacobson 20:57

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In the second of a series of shorter form interviews, Rachel sits down with Mike Jacobson, VP of People Operations at Steno. They discuss why traditional feedback methods often fall short and how to create a more effective system for career growth. Mike shares insights on building customized learning environments that incentivize genuine engagement…

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Trust and engagement: Alex Salas's HR insights on employee sucess 19:23

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In the first of a series of shorter form interviews we're releasing in June, Rachel sits down with Alex Salas, Assistant Chief People Officer at the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority and head of the NYC SHRM chapter. They discuss key strategies for improving employee experience, the competitive talent landscape, the importance of trust, le…

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E16 "Hospitals Cannot Legally Enforce VBAC Bans" and Other Juicy Advocacy Tidbits with Barbara Stratton plus Next VBAC Facts® Training, Reader Stories, & TikTok Traps 2:15:01

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Want to change hospital policy, VBAC ban, placenta policy, or otherwise? Barbara Stratton is your gal. In this interview, Barbara reflects back on over 20 years of activism and shares her biggest tips to changing hospital policy as well as what first time parents wish they knew. She shares insights on speaking to the media, planning a rally, search…

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Sustaining momentum in the battle against burnout 8:29

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Burnout doesn’t end with one big fix. Here’s how to build real, lasting relief by trading perfection for momentum—one reset, one decision, one human moment at a time. Check out all four episodes in this special series on this Spotify playlist. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Mode…

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Let activation be your burnout antidote 10:07

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You're not "either burned out or not burned out." Healing is a gradual process of chipping away at what drains you. Join Rachel Cooke, your Modern Mentor and founder of Lead Above Noise, in Part 3 of our burnout series. We move beyond simply identifying the problem and begin to rebuild with intention. Discover the Activation framework – Deliver, De…

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E15 A Psychologist's Journey Navigating a Hospital VBAC Ban with Dr. Denise Jaimes-Villanueva PsyD 1:04:33

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What do you do when you are pregnant after a cesarean and the only hospital in your community has a VBAC ban? Come hear the story of Dr. Denise Jaimes-Villanueva PsyD of Santa Barbara, California as she shares everything she endured to avoid compulsory surgery. From the challenges around finding a provider in a community where the influence of the …

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We’ve handed managers an impossible job 9:12

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Managers are burning out—not just from doing too much, but from carrying too many roles that were never meant to be theirs. Let’s name the burden and start letting go of what was never yours to hold. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at modernmentor@quickand…

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Fixing burnout begins with understanding burnout 10:14

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Team 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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E14 An OB Scientist's Caution on the VBAC Calculator and Informed Consent with Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin MD PhD 1:14:38

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Ever use the VBAC calculator? Then you will want to listen to physician scientist and VBAC calculator researcher Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin, MD, PhD, an Associate Professor at UC San Francisco, as he reviews the historical and cultural implications of the VBAC calculator, a tool used to predict vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) odds. The conversation…

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Sustaining progress: Rethinking DEI for the next generation of work with Lily Zheng 44:48

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Rachel 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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Inspired Leadership: HR Leadership through transformation 38:06

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In this episode, host Jaime Klein sits down with Nick Benaquista, SVP of People and Capability at Mastercard, who gives us an insider perspective on leading HR transformation during periods of massive growth —from $15B to $25B and a workforce that more than doubled.

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How to repair fractured relationships at work 9:10

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Some 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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E13 Why This OB/GYN Passionately Supports VBAC Access (And You Should Too) with Dr. Chris Stroud 1:16:28

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Heard no one supports VBAC? Simply not true. Join Dr. Chris Stroud OB/GYN of Fort Wayne, Indiana has he considers his 30 year career and shares why offering VBAC is so important to him, including his reasoning for supporting community midwives who attend home and birth center VBAC. We discuss the concept of "acceptable complications," which may pro…

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Making work more human with Bonnie Davis 35:06

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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. Modern Mentor is …

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How to reignite your motivation when it dips 8:20

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Everyone’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. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at modernmentor@q…

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E12 Jen Kamel's interview on All Things Women's Health with Dr. Chris Stroud 1:16:29

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Why does VBAC access matter and how does the concept of "acceptable risk" influence how some physicians view cesarean versus VBAC complications? Learn that and more when VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel is interviewed on "All Things Women's Health" with Dr. Chris Stroud. She will share the impact of her births on her life, what it was like to experien…

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Inspired Leadership: AI for HR 14:57

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Jaime Klein sits down with Ian O’Keefe of ikona Analytics to discuiss how AI is helping HR leaders boost ROI and streamline everything from onboarding to succession planning.

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So you wanna DIY a team offsite... 9:17

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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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The power of empathy in leadership with Jerry Colonna 43:23

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In 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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E11 A Community’s 10 Year Fight Against a Hospital VBAC Ban with Anastasia Stone 1:00:23

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What do you do when your local hospital bans vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) and leads people to believe that their only option there is a repeat cesarean? What about when they start to withhold pain relief to anyone who "insists" on laboring after a cesarean? When this happened in Santa Barbara, California, local activists and mothers took act…

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How to solve workplace problems by focusing on success 9:06

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Tired 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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Feeling the slump? 7 easy ways to reignite workplace morale 9:49

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Low 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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E10 A Midwife Attended Hospital VBA2C with Gestational Diabetes and Suspected Big Baby with Laura Stimson 43:56

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Less than 3% of people labor after two cesareans in the US. Laura Stimson was one of those people. After having her first cesarean for twins and an elective repeat cesarean during COVID, she really wanted to experience a vaginal birth after two cesareans (VBA2C). A chance conversation with a midwife at a dinner party opened her eyes to what was pos…

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Finding your creative spark: AJ Jacobs on curiosity, gratitude & reinvention 48:05

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Rachel 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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The power of kind leadership with Linda Cohen 32:36

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What 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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E9 Navigating Medical Mistrust with Amber Vayo PhD + Alberta, Canada Hospital VBA2C After CPD 45:38

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What causes someone to distrust the medical system? What impact does that have on public health? Join Dr. Amber Vayo PhD, a maternal health and politics researcher, as she answers those questions and so much more. Dr. Vayo shares insights on the role of trust, the impact of institutional betrayal, and the significance of listening to women's experi…

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How to get your ideas truly heard at work 7:38

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Ever feel like your ideas get ignored while someone else says the same thing and gets immediate buy-in? It’s not about speaking louder—it’s about how you position your idea. Here’s how to get people to listen—and act—on what you have to say. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern…

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Authentic personal branding: How to stand out on LinkedIn with Danielle Hughes 33:35

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Struggling to stand out on LinkedIn? Rachel welcomes Danielle Hughes, Chief Personality Officer, to discuss how to build a genuine personal brand without oversharing. She shares tips on how to showcase your personality professionally, make meaningful connections, and grow your career with confidence. For more information on Danielle's work... check…

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E8 Vaginal Birth After Two Cesareans (VBA2C): Stories, Evidence, and Insights 1:09:51

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If you think VBA2C is dangerous or no one "allows" them, you would be wrong. Join VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel in this discussion of the feasibility and evidence surrounding VBA2C. Drawing from real-life birth stories, Jen emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making and patient autonomy, psychological implications, and the risks associat…

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The 5 skills you need for success in today’s workplace 8:54

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The world of work isn’t slowing down, and success isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter. Here are five essential skills to cultivate for sustained success in today’s workplace. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at modernmentor@quickanddi…

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Inspired Leadership: A hidden barrier to transparency in companies: NDAs and forced arbitration 34:02

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Lift Our Voices, founded by Gretchen Carlson and Julie Roginsky, advocates for workplace safety and inclusion by challenging harmful policies like non-disclosure agreements and forced arbitration. This conversation led by host Jaime Klein, introduces the LOV Where You Work Survey and Index to help companies assess and improve their practices on har…

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Rethinking career progression: Beyond promotions 8:08

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Employee engagement surveys often highlight frustration with career development. Here’s how to shift the conversation and create more satisfaction—without relying on promotions alone. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at [email protected]. F…

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E7 40+ VBAC Myths Busted! Plus Hospital VBA2C After Uterine Defect 57:37

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There are too many myths about VBAC to count. Good thing we give the top 40 a quick smashing in this episode. VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel highlights critical information about VBAC safety, risks, and the support provided by national health organizations. She addresses common misconceptions about uterine rupture, perinatal and maternal mortality, …