Welcome to The Benefits Boost, hosted by Airbo co-founders Vlad Gyster and Kate Bernier. We’re here to share simple, practical ways to help employees get more out of their benefits. In each episode we’ll cover tips, stories, and real-life examples to boost engagement and make benefits easier to understand. Join us for a fresh take on improving benefits communication!
Beyond High Costs: A Blueprint for Better Health Benefits
In Episode 10, Vlad Gyster and Kate Bernier sit down with veteran broker Rob Huffaker to unpack why the U.S. health insurance system is failing employees—and how brokers can take real steps to reverse the trend. They explore pharmacy carve-outs, finding top-tier doctors, and the game-changing role of virtual primary care. Plus, they dig into how AI can simplify navigation without replacing the human touch.
Learn more about Airbo at www.airbo.com (http://www.airbo.com/).
29 May 2025
From Ghost Postings to AI Agents: A Wake-Up Call for HR in the Pullback Era
Vlad Gyster and Kate Bernier analyze the implications of a declining U.S. quit rate, examining AI's impact on service teams and the need to refocus on fundamental HR practices; this is an analytical episode.
24 Apr 2025
From Math to Mindset: Rethinking Financial Education at Work
Join Airbo co-founder and CEO Vlad Gyster as he sits down with certified mindful money coach, CPA, and yoga teacher Tammy Schweiger to explore why real financial wellness starts with emotional healing. In Episode 8, we unpack how our earliest money memories shape lifelong habits—and what employers can do to help employees break free from financial stress.
Get access to Airbo's Free Engagement Tools (http://www.airbo.com/free)
4 Apr 2025
The Longevity Doctor: How You (and Your Employees) Can Live Longer
Dr. Mike Stone, founder of Nexus Medicine and Vlad’s personal longevity doctor, joins the podcast to break down what it actually takes to live longer and stay healthier. We explore the five true drivers of health—like sleep, community, and spiritual well-being—and how benefits teams can better support employees before they get sick. We also discuss the role of AI in care and why personalized, relational medicine matters more than ever.
Get access to Airbo's Free Engagement Tools (http://www.airbo.com/free)
7 Mar 2025
AI in HR: A Director of Benefits Shares Real-World Results
AI is rapidly changing the way benefits teams operate—but what does that really mean for HR leaders?
In this episode, Vlad and Kate chat with Stephanie Brazil, Director, Benefits and Workforce Support Services, about how AI is reshaping benefits communication and why personalization is key to employee engagement. They also discuss the impact of benefits confusion on retention, how to tailor messagingfor different employee personas, and the growing need for inclusivity in benefits.
Get access to Airbo's Free Engagement Tools (http://www.airbo.com/free)
Start with why -- how great leaders inspire action | Simon Sinek (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA)
10 Feb 2025
The GLP-1 Debate: A Different Perspective from Barbara Flitsch
After our last episode on GLP-1 drugs, benefits industry veteran Barbara Flitsch reached out with a different take—one shaped by both her personal experience as a GLP-1 recipient and her 35+ years in the field. She joins Vlad for a candid discussion on how these medications are changing lives, why holistic care is key to success, and what employers need to consider in the evolving benefits landscape.
Learn more about Airbo atwww.airbo.com (www.airbo.com)
19 Dec 2024
RFK Jr., GLP-1s, and the Future of Benefits
In Episode 4, Vlad Gyster and Kate Bernier explore Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s potential shake-up of Health and Human Services and what it could mean for employers and benefits. They also dive into surprising health trends, the rise of GLP-1 drugs, and a Thanksgiving side-dish rivalry you won’t want to miss.
Learn more about Airbo at www.airbo.com (http://www.airbo.com)
25 Oct 2024
Lessons from Vegas & Open Enrollment Survival Tips
What can a chaotic experience at HR Tech teach you about resilience and success? In Episode 3, Airbo co-founders Vlad Gyster and Kate Bernier share insights from their time in Vegas and explore tactics to manage the pressures of Open Enrollment, while still driving impactful results.
Learn more about Airbo at www.airbo.com (http://www.airbo.com)
4 Oct 2024
How To Decrease Claim Costs and Improve People’s Lives
Airbo co-founders Vlad Gyster and Kate Bernier explore ways to boost benefits engagement, decrease claim costs, and improve people's lives. In Episode 2, they share practical strategies to make benefits more effective, from targeting
specific health conditions to communications that move the needle.
Learn more about Airbo at www.airbo.com (http://www.airbo.com)
10 Sept 2024
Why Spouses Hold the Key to Benefits Engagement and the Oura Ring Obsession
Join Airbo co-founders Vlad Gyster and Kate Bernier as they share practical tips to help boost benefits engagement and improve communication with employees and their spouses. In Episode 1, discover why reaching spouses is key and hear some fun behind-the-scenes stories—including how Vlad convinced Kate to get an Oura ring!
Learn more about Airbo at www.airbo.com
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