The H.I.T. Podcast

What happens if I.C.E. shows up at your workplace? Whether you’re running a private business or a public-facing company like a restaurant, it’s critical to know your responsibilities, your rights, and your company’s official policy.

I sat down with Matthew Meltzer, Immigration Attorney and Co-Founder/Partner at Meltzer Hellrung, for an essential conversation on what every employer needs to know about immigration enforcement, deportations, and I-9 compliance in today’s environment.

In this episode, we cover:

• What to do if I.C.E. shows up at your business
• How to prepare and communicate a company policy
• Who should (and shouldn’t) speak with immigration officers
• Updates on I-9s, hiring best practices, and compliance
• Why every employer needs to “put on their employer hat” when it comes to immigration issues

Politics aside, this is about being prepared, protecting your people, and having the right systems in place.

#TheHITPodcast #Immigration #ICE #EmployerCompliance #MatthewMeltzer #BusinessImmigration #I9Compliance #HRLeadership

No Trumps were hurt in the making of this episode

Where else are you going to get PBM lore? After 3 bite-sized episodes with John C. Tackman, Director of Strategic Partnerships at MedOne, we’ve reached the big conclusion of our PBM mini-series!

In Part 1, we broke down what a Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) actually is.

In Part 2, we dove into the fascinating world of formularies.

Now, in Part 3, we tackle the ALL-IMPORTANT conversation on rebates—what they are, how they work, and the impact they have on employers, employees, and the entire benefits ecosystem.

With 15+ years in the pharmacy space, John brings a wealth of knowledge—and we cover:

• The truth about rebates & transparency
• How PBMs differ (and why it matters)
• What employers don’t know they don’t know
• The future of pharmacy benefits

If you’ve ever felt PBMs were opaque or confusing, this series will clear it up—and give you the tools to ask the right questions.

Part 2 of our 3-part mini-series is here! Last time, we broke down what a PBM (Pharmacy Benefit Manager) actually is—now we’re diving into a fascinating conversation about formularies and why they matter so much.

I’m joined in-studio by John Tackman, Director of Strategic Partnerships at MedOne, who brings over 15 years of pharmacy experience to the table.

In this episode, we cover:

• What a formulary is and how it’s built
• Why formularies differ from one PBM to another
• The role formularies play in cost control & access
• The questions you didn’t know you should be asking about your PBM

If you’ve ever wondered how this often-opaque part of the health insurance puzzle works, this series will give you the clarity you’ve been looking for.

About the Show:

The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and company executive.

If you’ve ever been confused (or frustrated) by how Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) work... you're not alone.

I sat down in-studio with John Tackman, Director of Strategic Partnerships at MedOne, for an in-depth, no-fluff breakdown of this complex—but critical—piece of the health insurance puzzle.

With over 15 years in the pharmacy space, John brings a wealth of experience to the table—and we’re breaking our 45-minute conversation into a 3-part, bite-sized series you won’t want to miss.

We dive into:

• What a PBM actually is
• How formularies, rebates, and pricing structures really work
• Why PBMs can vary dramatically (and what to look for)
• Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs model
• Past, present, and future trends in pharmacy benefits

This is the deep-dive your HR, benefits, or broker brain has been waiting for.

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The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and company executive.

I sat down with the brilliant Sherli Frank, employment attorney and investigator, for a high-impact conversation on what it takes to conduct effective workplace investigations—and how to avoid the biggest mistakes.

We cover:

• Does the situation even require an investigation?
• Choosing the right investigator (it matters more than you think)
• Common pitfalls that trip up even experienced HR teams
• Sherli’s top advice after years in the field—distilled into under 20 minutes!

If you’re in HR, compliance, or leadership, this episode will sharpen your understanding and protect your organization.

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The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and company executive.

ICHRA (Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement) might be relatively new to the market—but the complexity, strategy, and opportunity behind it run deep.

In this episode, I’m joined by David Hoxworth, one of the go-to experts on ICHRA, to break down what it is, how it works, and why more employers are paying attention.

We cover:

• What ICHRA actually is (and isn’t)
• Why it matters in today’s benefits landscape
• Common misconceptions and hidden advantages

Whether you’re brand new to the concept or looking to refine your understanding, this episode will leave you saying, “I didn’t know I didn’t know that.”

About the Show:

The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and company executive.

It’s always a privilege to welcome brilliant guests—but even more special when they’re returning friends of the show. In this episode, I sit down once again with the incredible Dr. Brandi Stankovic, Ed.D.—a dynamic leader, speaker, and yes, someone who’s graced the TED stage.

We dive into what DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) looks like today, how organizations can align their strategic planning with their true mission, and what real leadership looks like in action.

Every conversation with Dr. Brandi is insightful, energizing, and packed with takeaways—and this one is no exception.

About the Show:

The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and company executive.

What if—hear me out—work could actually be FUN?

And what if that fun led to higher engagement, more creativity, and even greater profitability?

Yeah… that’d be pretty cool, right?

In this episode, we’re back with Part 2 of my awesome conversation with play expert Jeff Harry. We dig into the real-life power of play at work—and how it can help teams thrive, connect, and actually enjoy what they do.

We talk about:

• Making work suck less
• Why fun isn’t fluff
• How play drives performance

If you missed Part 1, it’s live now—go check it out! And don’t miss this inspiring finale.

About the Show:

The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and company executive.

After over a year of trying to coordinate schedules, I finally got the chance to sit down with the incredible Jeff Harry—and it was worth the wait.

In this episode, Jeff shares his unique journey from building the largest LEGO-based STEM education organization in the U.S. to working with major tech and Fortune 500 companies—helping them rediscover the power of play in the workplace.

We talk about how play isn’t just for kids—it’s a key tool for innovation, connection, and creating workplaces that don’t… well, suck.

This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation you won’t want to miss.

About the Show:

The H.I.T. Podcast (Powered by Montage Insurance Solutions): A thought leader in the space, curating the top news and information to deliver a brief, high impact overview designed specifically for the Human Resources professional, business person, and company executive.