Podcast
EP 23: Stories from the Field: The Skills Economy: Training at the Speed of Workforce Demand
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Alexis Franks and Jason Aubrey explore how Skilltrade is strengthening connections between education, workforce development, and employers through accessible, skills-based training programs that create pathways into high-demand careers.
EP 22: Stories from the Field: Lessons from Great Jobs KC
Monday, May 18, 2026
In this episode of Workforce on the Mic, Earl Martin Phalen shares how Great Jobs KC is transforming workforce development through collaborative partnerships, wraparound support services, and outcome-driven strategies that…
EP 21: Stories from the Field: The Mental Health Factor in Workforce Success
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026
This episode examines how mental health, trauma, and deeply held beliefs shape career success, arguing that workforce development must move beyond skills alone to an inside-out approach that builds resilience…
EP 20: Stories from the Field: Thrive at Work- The Power of Mental Health and Personal Growth
Thursday, Apr 09, 2026
Minister Jesus' “Zeus” Kimbrow and Shannon Johnson, MBA, CWDP, MHFA, discuss how mental health, personal growth, and meaningful support systems are shaping long-term career success. The conversation highlights practical ways…
EP 19: Workforce in the Age of AI: What Comes Next?
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
In this episode, Corey Jones explains how AI is creating a critical window of opportunity for workforce professionals to proactively address job displacement risks while leveraging innovation, data insights, and…
EP 18: The Wellness-to-Work Approach: Supporting Job Seekers and Staff
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026
This episode of Workforce on the Mic explores how integrating mental health and holistic wellness into workforce development helps job seekers overcome complex barriers, equips staff with practical support strategies,…
EP 17: A BIG STEP Forward: Preparing Talent for Apprenticeship Success
Thursday, Jan 22, 2026
Lindsay Blumer, President and CEO of WRTP | BIG STEP, shares why apprenticeship readiness matters now, highlighting how earn-and-learn models create equitable, industry-led pathways while strengthening talent pipelines for both…
EP 16: Workforce Reflections: Inside a Year of Growth, Change, and Shared Purpose at NAWDP
Thursday, Dec 18, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, Workforce on the Mic – Presented by NAWDP reflects on a year of growth and shared purpose. In Episode 16, Melissa Robbins, CEO of…
EP 15: From Classroom to Career: District C’s Blueprint for Real-World Problem Solving
Friday, Nov 21, 2025
This episode explores how District C’s Teamship model and educator Coaching Institute equip students with real-world problem-solving and collaborative skills through scalable school–industry partnerships that prepare diverse learners for the…
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