Grand Dads
For Scott Stevens, a veteran of the semiconductor and PC industry, it’s not just the innovation and technological revolutions that mark the timeline of his journey. More precious are the personal milestones: the births of his three children, Jenny, Will, and Cole. As a dedicated father, he prioritized carving out time during his bustling…
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A Plan for the Future: A Legacy of Love, Giving from a Grand Dad with Ken Bissell
Everyone knows that parenting is not an easy feat, but raising twins takes parenting to another level. Such a journey is one that Ken Bissell had with his wife and now stands to showcase the power of partnership, patience, and resilience in family life. Including his twins, Bissell is a father to a total…
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The Blessings of Being There: Insights from Gerald Hill
Join us on the Grand Dads podcast as we delve into the rich family life and multigenerational lessons of Gerald Hill, a great-grandfather whose life experiences offer invaluable insights into parenting and community engagement. From starting out as young parents in college to navigating careers and community responsibilities, Gerald and his wife have fostered…
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The Bond Between Fatherhood and Education with Ron Stefanski
Setting the Stage for a Rich Educational Experience In a compelling discussion on the Grand Dads podcast, Ron Stefanski shares invaluable insights into the importance of embracing a well-rounded educational experience. As a seasoned Michigan man, Ron highlights the significance of stepping out of one’s comfort zone, especially for students who migrate from familiar…
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How Parenting led to Professional Growth: Thom Singer’s Success Journey
In today’s ever-evolving conversation around gender roles and work-life balance, the idea of stay-at-home fathers is gaining traction. According to Pew Research, the number of stay-at-home dads has doubled in the past two decades. In a society where career often takes precedence over caregiving, more fathers are rethinking their roles in the family….
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The Family That Travels Together Stays Together from Shores to Shores
In the world of business, where success often hinges on relationships, Kelly Shores stands out for his ability to merge professional synergy with personal connections. Over his many years of friendship and collaboration with Tad Druart, Shores has demonstrated that the key to lasting success lies in doing things right and building strong, respectful…
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Bluegrass Bonds and Life Lessons: Fatherhood and Grandparenting with Mark Buerger
In an engaging episode of Grand Dads, host Tad Druart sits down with Mark Buerger, the Director of Communications and External Relations at the Special Olympics Kentucky for an insightful conversation on fatherhood and grandparenting that blends personal anecdotes, life lessons, and reflections on family, friendship, and sports. With warmth and humor, Buerger opens…
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Whole Health Index
Dr. Sam Ambewadikar returns to break down Anthem’s Whole Health Index (WHI)—a powerful tool that distills medical, social, environmental, and behavioral data into a single score (0–100) to identify members most at risk. By surfacing factors like transportation deserts, housing instability, or food insecurity, WHI enables Anthem care managers and advocates to proactively match members…
PCP Attribution Analysis
Dr. Sam Ambewadikar, RVP and Medical Director at Anthem National Accounts, joins Brent to unpack the power of primary care attribution analysis—a tool he helped pioneer to spotlight the clinical and financial impact of members not having an established PCP. Drawing from his background as a practicing pediatrician and claims analytics leader, Dr. Sam shares…
Sydney Health Demo
In this episode, Christina Firouztash, Executive Advisor of Digital Solutions at Anthem, gives a dynamic walkthrough of the Sydney Health app—Anthem’s flagship digital member experience. Christina showcases how Sydney delivers personalized, simple, and equitable navigation across benefits, including virtual care, pharmacy, financial transparency, and social services access. From contextual chatbots and ID card access to…
Pharmacy Part 1
In this episode, Brent chats with Katie Brennan, National Sales Director at CarelonRx, about making pharmacy benefits more accessible, consistent, and member-friendly. Katie spotlights Carelon new advanced home delivery model, which brings the pharmacy counter—and the pharmacist—into the member’s home. With fewer retail pharmacies offering extended hours and many patients lacking reliable transportation, CarelonRx is…
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A Father’s Legacy: Balancing Career and Parenthood in the Tech Industry with Scott Stevens
For Scott Stevens, a veteran of the semiconductor and PC industry, it’s not just the innovation and technological revolutions that mark the timeline of his journey. More precious are the personal milestones: the births of his three children, Jenny, Will, and Cole. As a dedicated father, he prioritized carving out time during his bustling…
A Plan for the Future: A Legacy of Love, Giving from a Grand Dad with Ken Bissell
Everyone knows that parenting is not an easy feat, but raising twins takes parenting to another level. Such a journey is one that Ken Bissell had with his wife and now stands to showcase the power of partnership, patience, and resilience in family life. Including his twins, Bissell is a father to a total…
The Blessings of Being There: Insights from Gerald Hill
Join us on the Grand Dads podcast as we delve into the rich family life and multigenerational lessons of Gerald Hill, a great-grandfather whose life experiences offer invaluable insights into parenting and community engagement. From starting out as young parents in college to navigating careers and community responsibilities, Gerald and his wife have fostered…
The Bond Between Fatherhood and Education with Ron Stefanski
Setting the Stage for a Rich Educational Experience In a compelling discussion on the Grand Dads podcast, Ron Stefanski shares invaluable insights into the importance of embracing a well-rounded educational experience. As a seasoned Michigan man, Ron highlights the significance of stepping out of one’s comfort zone, especially for students who migrate from familiar…
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How Parenting led to Professional Growth: Thom Singer’s Success Journey
In today’s ever-evolving conversation around gender roles and work-life balance, the idea of stay-at-home fathers is gaining traction. According to Pew Research, the number of stay-at-home dads has doubled in the past two decades. In a society where career often takes precedence over caregiving, more fathers are rethinking their roles in the family….
The Family That Travels Together Stays Together from Shores to Shores
In the world of business, where success often hinges on relationships, Kelly Shores stands out for his ability to merge professional synergy with personal connections. Over his many years of friendship and collaboration with Tad Druart, Shores has demonstrated that the key to lasting success lies in doing things right and building strong, respectful…
Bluegrass Bonds and Life Lessons: Fatherhood and Grandparenting with Mark Buerger
In an engaging episode of Grand Dads, host Tad Druart sits down with Mark Buerger, the Director of Communications and External Relations at the Special Olympics Kentucky for an insightful conversation on fatherhood and grandparenting that blends personal anecdotes, life lessons, and reflections on family, friendship, and sports. With warmth and humor, Buerger opens…
Hoops to Hope: A Shared Journey Through Mental Health Challenges and Shattering Stigmas
Given all the mental health challenges that affect people from all walks of life, mental health is topic that has gained increased attention in recent years. According to the World Health Organization, approximately one in eight people globally are living with a mental health disorder. In the world of sports, where mental toughness is…
