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Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs. Welcome to 'The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast'; the podcast series from EdLogics where we talk with business, HR, health, and community leaders and explore unique, data-driven, and effective behavior-changing solutions that can help improve people’s health literacy and increase their engagement with health and wellness programs. For show notes and bonus resources, visit www.EdLogics.com/podcast.
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In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner welcomes obesity medicine expert Dr. Laure DeMattia to unpack the complexities of obesity treatment, GLP-1 medications, and the evolving landscape of health literacy. With over two decades of experience in obesity medicine, Laure DeMattia brings both personal and professional insight to the conversation. Having lived with obesity herself, she was drawn to the field early, before it became a board-certified specialty. Her cu...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner welcomes Dr. Archelle Georgiou – a physician, acclaimed health journalist, and patient empowerment advocate – to unpack the critical role of health literacy in navigating today's complex healthcare ecosystem. With an impressive background that spans clinical care, health insurance leadership, media, and education, Archelle Georgiou is dedicated to equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to speak up ...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner welcomes Eric Zimmerman, Chief Market Solutions Officer at CredibleMind, for a compelling conversation about advancing mental health literacy and proactive behavioral health solutions in the workforce and beyond. Eric Zimmerman brings decades of experience at the intersection of behavioral science, public health, and health IT, with a passion for population health and empowering individuals to engage with their own well-bei...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner welcomes Jesse Gavin, Well-Being Officer at Baylor College of Medicine, to talk about building thriving, prevention-oriented cultures and the critical role of health literacy in organizational well-being strategies. Dr. Jesse Gavin shares his unique career journey - beginning with aspirations in veterinary medicine, pivoting to health promotion, and ultimately pioneering employee well-being at Baylor College of Medicine. Wi...
In the latest episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner welcomes Maddison Bezdicek, VP of Strategic Vendor Services at Captive Resources, for a deep dive into the evolving challenges - and opportunities - employers face in workforce health literacy, cost control, and benefit strategy. Maddison brings a decade-plus of experience in health strategy leadership across insurance brokerage, carrier consulting, and now the captive space, where groups of employers join forces to m...
In the latest episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner welcomes Wolf Kirsten - global health consultant, workplace wellness expert, and co-director of the Global Center for Healthy Workplaces - to discuss the evolving landscape of workforce health and well-being across multinational organizations. Wolf shares his rich journey from student athlete in the US to renowned health promotion leader bridging global cultures, markets, and strategies. As founder of International He...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner welcomes Ellen Kelsay, President and CEO of the Business Group on Health, for a timely conversation on the findings of the 2026 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey and what they signal for employers heading into the next phase of workforce health strategy. The survey offers one of the clearest snapshots available of how large employers are responding to accelerating health care costs, mounting pharmacy pressure, and growin...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner welcomes Janis Davis-Street—nutritionist, educator, public health leader, and global wellness strategist—to unpack the complexities of workforce health literacy and share lessons from her impressive career. Janis brings a unique blend of frontline experience and academic depth to the conversation, with roots in nutrition and health education, a doctorate, and advanced certifications in organizational leadership and informatics. ...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner welcomes Blair Durham, co-founder and CEO of Black BRAND, to discuss the intersection of workforce health literacy, economic empowerment, and community development, with a special focus on narrowing the racial wealth gap in Hampton Roads. Blair Durham is a dynamic leader who has spent the past decade building Black BRAND - Hampton Roads’ Regional Black Chamber of Commerce - into a powerhouse for business and professional develop...
Employer healthcare cost inflation in the US is accelerating - yet Americans live nearly five years less than people in other developed nations. Many families now face out-of-pocket expenses that exceed their available cash, even with employer-sponsored coverage. Garner Health analyzes roughly 75% of all claims nationwide, allowing it to evaluate virtually every doctor in the country. Their data shows that low-performing physicians can have four times the complication rates and are five times...
In this special episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner swaps seats with Tom Chamberlain for an engaging exploration of the intersection between health literacy, wellbeing, and practical daily habits - guided by Seth's new book, “The Wellbeing Effect: Bite-Sized Practices for Busy People to Lead Happier, Healthier Lives”. Seth Serxner, Chief Health Officer at EdLogics, is a nationally recognized expert in health promotion and workplace wellbeing. With advanced degrees in...
In the latest episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, host Seth Serxner sits down with Nia Pommerenke, Founder of SeaBright Culture Solutions, to talk about what it really takes to build a workplace culture that champions health, wellbeing, and lasting success. Nia shares how clear values, strong leadership, and an engaged environment drive not only retention and productivity but also health literacy and trust. The big takeaway? Defining and living your culture from the top down isn’t opt...
Success, as traditionally defined through wealth, titles, accolades, and the perfect life, is often seen as the pinnacle. But what happens when you get there and feel suffocated instead of fulfilled? For Joe Gagnon, CEO of RaYnmaker, entrepreneur, adventurer, and author, that moment came at age 39. Despite a career packed with highlights - partner at Ernst & Young, IPOs, acquisition by IBM, and leading a billion-dollar division, he found himself in what he called “the greatest rut of my l...
Many fully insured employers are seeing sharp increases in healthcare premiums - some reporting hikes of 15%, 20%, even 30%. A major driver behind these rising costs? Overpriced and specialty medications continue to strain benefit budgets and impact long-term sustainability. In the latest episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Doug Roehm, President and Lead Strategic Consultant at Strategic Services Group, shares strategies to address this challenge. He highlights innovative ways to enga...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Michael Perlmutter, Senior Director at WTW, for an insightful discussion on the evolution of workforce health literacy and the challenges employers face in integrating emerging health solutions. Michael shares how virtual and digital healthcare solutions are reshaping patient navigation, integrating care experiences, and leveraging AI and predictive analytics to manage costs. Seth and Michael also discuss: ☑️ Point ...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Paul Fronstin, Director of Health Benefits Research at the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI), to discuss how employers can enhance health benefit strategies and workforce health literacy. Health literacy is essential for enabling employees to navigate their health plans with confidence and ease. Clear communication and accessible resources from employers are crucial in simplifying health benefits, as a lac...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Laura Putnam, CEO and founder of Motion Infusion, talk about how mental health can be championed within the workplace through strategic leadership and innovative well-being programs. Laura Putnam, MA, is a global well-being leader, author of the bestselling book “Workplace Wellness That Works”, and the CEO and founder of Motion Infusion, a prominent well-being consultancy. Renowned for her dynamic keynote presentat...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Brian Hughes to talk about integrating spiritual care within healthcare settings, particularly for clinicians facing burnout and moral distress. Brian Hughes is a board-certified chaplain with 22 years of experience in acute care across various states. Brian initially worked on a pilot program to screen Medicaid recipients for spiritual distress, leading to the development of a telephonic chaplaincy servi...
The interplay between our genetics, environment, and lifestyle is increasingly recognized as a crucial factor in shaping our health outcomes. Understanding how these elements interact can pave the way for a transformative shift in healthcare practices. In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner and Dr. Kenneth R. Pelletier, PhD, MD, Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of California School of Medicine (UCSF) in San Francisco, talk about how our environment an...
In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Shubhi Rao, founder and CEO of Uplevyl, a platform dedicated to using AI and technology to support and uplift women in the workforce while also supporting holistic health and wellness. Shubhi Rao is a distinguished executive who began her career as an engineer, holding dual degrees in Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering. After five years in engineering, she transitioned into leadership roles at companies li...
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