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Lee Lewis

English Business Health & Fitness Management

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Episodes 35

Avg. Duration 51m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (17)

Since Jan 2023

Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Monthly

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70%

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About This Podcast

Whether you are the benefits manager or CEO of your organization, one of the biggest drivers of organizational performance, that most get totally wrong, is the health and benefits strategy. We spend billions on benefits, yet healthcare is unaffordable and complicated. More than half of Americans don't even take their paid vacation, yet people are burning out faster than ever and remote work is scrambling company cultures. It doesn't have to be this way! Great benefits can attract and retain top talent, communicate your values, rejuvenate your productivity, move your stock price, and even save lives. Lee knows this because he advised and learned from many Fortune 100 employers on how to create wildly profitable and popular benefits programs that enhance all areas of the business. Lee created this podcast in the hopes that together we can save lives, save dollars, and save our talent. Join us, each episode, on YouTube or your favorite podcasting platform for some great conversation with some of the world's leading experts in this space.

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Recent Episodes

From Accounting to Innovation: A Different Mindset for Better Benefits (Feat: Brian Duclos)

Jun 02, 2026 57m

What happens when you put an auditor in charge of employee benefits?You stop accepting assumptions.In this episode of Broken Benefits, Brian Duclos shares how a non-traditional background in…

No More Excuses: A Hard Look at Healthcare Reform (Feat: Chris Deacon)

May 05, 2026 49m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, we’re joined by Chris Deacon, a leading voice in healthcare reform known for her direct, no-nonsense approach to fixing a system that too often fails the very…

Beyond the Status Quo: Unlocking Opportunity in Benefits & Healthcare (Feat: Milt Ezzard)

Apr 08, 2026 54m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, we sit down with Milt Ezzard, a Global Benefits and Mobility Leader, to explore the untapped opportunity that exists within today’s benefits and healthcare landscap…

Breaking the Trend: How Innovation Kept Healthcare Costs Flat for Decades (Feat: Todd Bisping)

Mar 18, 2026 55m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, Lee Lewis sits down with Todd Bisping, Benefits Industry Innovator, to explore one of the most remarkable stories in employer healthcare strategy.For nearly two…

Creating Value and Visibility For Your Operation (Feat: Jason Dinerman)

Feb 11, 2026 45m

On the latest installment of Broken Benefits, Lee Lewis sits down with Jason Dinerman, VP of Product Development & Global Benefits at Mastercard, to explore what it really takes to create value —…

Cutting Through the Noise in Employer Healthcare Decisions (Feat: Matt Eurey)

Jan 26, 2026 49m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, host Lee Lewis is joined by Matt Eurey, former Benefits Executive at Lowe’s and Time Warner Cable, for a wide-ranging conversation grounded in real-world…

Taking Calculated Risks (Feat: Neil Larson)

Jan 07, 2026 51m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, host Lee Lewis sits down with Neil Larson, Benefits Leader at a Global 500 employer and MIT MBA, for a candid conversation about risk, responsibility, and what it…

The Hidden Burden of Benefits: Why Employers Need a New Playbook (Feat: Thomas Plath)

Dec 10, 2025 58m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, Global CHRO Thomas Plath joins the show to confront one of the most overlooked — yet most consequential — challenges facing employers today: the true complexity of…

Population Health Meets Self-Administration: A New Equation (Feat: Rich Krutsch)

Nov 19, 2025 33m

In this second installment of our two-part conversation, Rich Krutsch returns to Broken Benefits to expand on the evolving relationship between employee health, organizational strategy, and the…

Capitalizing on Robust Data and Analytics (Feat: Rich Krutsch)

Nov 06, 2025 27m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, we’re joined by Rich Krutsch, former VP of People Services at ArcBest, for the first of a two-part conversation that explores how data-driven decision-making can…

Making Positive Change (Feat: Matt Harmon)

Aug 06, 2025 45m

In this powerful episode of Broken Benefits, we sit down with healthcare thought leader Matt Harmon to explore the real potential for innovation and transformation within the American healthcare…

Examining the Management of American Healthcare (Feat: Bill Allen)

Jun 30, 2025 52m

In this compelling episode of Broken Benefits, we sit down with Bill Allen, the former CHRO of Macy’s Inc., to explore the intricate and often flawed systems underpinning the management of healthcare…

Turning Commodities Into Strategic Advantages (Feat: Rich Floersch)

May 05, 2025 45m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, host Lee Lewis is joined by Rich Floersch—former CHRO of McDonald’s, seasoned executive coach, and trusted advisor to HR leaders across the globe. Together, they…

Supporting Employers to Produce Lower Costs and Better Outcomes (Feat: Ryan Olmstead)

Mar 05, 2025 52m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, we sit down with Ryan Olmstead, Director of Member Services at Catalyst for Payment Reform, to discuss how employers can take a more active role in transforming…

Leveraging Data to Focus on What Matters Most (Feat: Deb Caplan)

Jan 13, 2025 55m

In the latest episode of Broken Benefits, we’re joined by Deborah Caplan, former CHRO and EVP of Corporate Benefits at NextEra Energy, to discuss how data-driven insights are revolutionizing the…

Transforming Healthcare: How Visionary CHROs Can Reshape the Industry with Kevin Cox

Oct 28, 2024 54m

In this episode of Broken Benefits, host Lee Lewis welcomes Kevin Cox, the founder of HTA and former Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of General Electric (GE). Kevin brings his vast experience…

Running Benefits For One of The Largest Corporations In The World (Feat. Barbara Wachsman)

Sep 03, 2024 58m

In the latest episode of Broken Benefits, we are honored to welcome Barbara Wachsman, one of the luminaries of the industry who ran benefits at Disney. Responsible for hundreds of thousands of…

The Intersection of CHROs and Healthcare (Ft. Shelly Carlin)

Jul 30, 2024 53m

In the latest episode of Broken Benefits, we are honored to welcome Shelly Carlin, the impactful Executive Vice President of the HR Policy Association and the Center On Executive Compensation. Beyond…

It Ain't All About Spend (Ft. Sheila Savageau)

Jul 03, 2024 53m

In the latest episode of Broken Benefits, we are honored to welcome Sheila Savageau, the dynamic head of Benefits and Compensation at General MotorsFebruary 2022, Sheila Savageau received a package…

Transitioning Industries and Making an Impact (Feat: Elena Bueno-Gonzalez)

May 21, 2024 49m

In the latest episode of Broken Benefits, we are honored to welcome Elena Bueno-Gonzalez, the dynamic Vice President of Energy Marketing & Trading at Florida Power & Light. Elena's incredible…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Broken Benefits have?

Broken Benefits has published 35 episodes since January 2023, covering topics in Business, Health & Fitness.

Is Broken Benefits still active?

Broken Benefits is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 51m.

How do I contact Broken Benefits for sponsorship or guest appearances?