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Aug 6, 2026

The federal workforce has changed dramatically over the past two years—but what do those changes mean for the people behind the mission?

In this special episode, I join WUSA9's Larry Miller to discuss the human side of today's federal workforce. From navigating career disruptions and identity shifts to finding...


Jul 17, 2026

A proposed rule from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) could significantly reshape how federal agencies handle employee performance, discipline, and removals. But what do these changes actually mean for federal employees and supervisors? You need to know so you can...


Jun 30, 2026

For decades, Bob Tobias has helped shape the federal workforce—from fighting landmark legal battles on behalf of federal employees to founding the renowned Key Executive Leadership Program at American University. In this episode of FedUpward, Bob reflects on his remarkable career, the leadership principles that...


Jun 18, 2026

What does it take to reach the Senior Executive Service (SES) in today's federal workforce?

In this episode of the FedUpward Podcast, I sit down with Kelly Foster, Director of Mentoring for the National Association of Future Federal Executives (NAFFE), to discuss the resources, mentorship, and leadership development...


Jun 2, 2026

What happens when one of the government's leading experts on federal employment law and human capital management steps away from public service—and into advocacy?

Raymond Limon returns to the FedUpward podcast for a timely conversation about the challenges facing today's federal workforce. After more than 30 years in...