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Sep 25, 2026

When was the last time you reviewed your life insurance coverage?

In this episode of the FedUpward Podcast, Love welcomes back Tony Zerante, Chief Strategy Officer at WAEPA, to talk about why federal employees should regularly reevaluate their coverage—especially as their families, careers, incomes, and financial...


Sep 13, 2026

What does it actually take to remove a federal employee for serious performance or conduct issues—and can the process be improved without sacrificing due process?

We welcome Maureen Klovers of We the Doers back to the FedUpward Podcast to discuss the organization’s new report, “Fast but Fair Federal Firing,”...


Sep 3, 2026

Federal service builds a unique set of skills—but figuring out how those skills translate to your next opportunity isn’t always easy.

Karen Lee, founder of FedsForward, joins the podcast to discuss how federal employees can navigate career transitions without leaving their public service identity behind.

Karen...