Join us as we dive into the world of MEWAs with Liz Schneider, MB's Executive Vice President of Emerging Markets, and Matt Appenzeller, President and CEO of the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA). Discover how SOCA, an alliance of 129 Chambers of Commerce, pioneered the largest MEWA in the United States. Learn how their innovative approach is transforming access to health coverage and creating peace of mind for small businesses.

Side Affects Episode 137 | Navigating Group Health Plans: What is a MEWA?

In this episode of Side Affects, host Kenzie McEvily and guest co-host, EVP of MB Columbus, Kevin Grabeman sit down with Dr. David Lee, President of the OhioHealthy Medical Plan, to explore innovative alternatives to traditional health insurance. OhioHealthy, backed by the trusted OhioHealth system, is reshaping the benefits landscape with a focus on simplicity, value-based care and better outcomes for employers and their teams. Dr. Lee shares how OhioHealthy balances affordability with personalized support, coordinated care, and transparent pricing. Tune in to learn how this nontraditional solution could be a game-changer for your organization’s health plan strategy.

Side Affects Episode 145 | Alternatives to Traditional Health Plans: Inside OhioHealthy

Choosing the right benefits broker is one of the most important decisions an employer can make — and we’re breaking it down with MB Chief Growth Officer Anne Marie Singleton. Hosts, Kenzie McEvily and Dave Homan explore why companies go to market, what red flags to watch for and why RFPs might not tell the whole story. Anne Marie shares practical steps for evaluating brokers, the key questions to ask, and how to build lasting, strategic partnerships. Whether you're shopping for a new advisor or evaluating your current one, this episode is packed with expert advice to guide your decision.

Side Affects Episode 146 | Broker Selection Process

They’re the creative minds behind the curtain -- until now. In this episode, host, Kenzie McEvily and CMO, Dave Homan introduce the full Strategy & Innovation (S&I) team at McGohan Brabender. Meet the eight talented individuals who bring benefits to life through clear, engaging and customized communication strategies.

From writing and design to video production and digital tools, this team helps simplify complex healthcare messaging, boost employee engagement and reduce the burden on HR teams. Whether it’s Open Enrollment or year-round communication, they specialize in making benefits not just understandable -- but fun.

Tune in to hear how the S&I team supports both internal teams and clients, and why their work is crucial to a better benefits experience.

Side Affects 147 | Who is the Strategy & Innovation Team?

When employees hear “employee benefits,” they might think of healthcare, perks, wellness programs, PTO, 401(k) plans or disability coverage. But when HR professionals hear “employee benefits,” they’re likely thinking about cost management, compensation strategies, open enrollment, and—most importantly—compliance. Compliance is a cornerstone of today’s insurance landscape. With that in mind, let’s dive into your July 2025 breakdown of Compliance in Motion.

Side Affects 148 | Compliance in Minutes - July 2025

OHKAY steps up for the latest episode of Viper Radio with fresh cuts from Killer Hertz, Grafix & Rova, Sudley, Bensley, Matrix & Futurebound plus many more,  Ruth Royall delivers a fantastic guest mix to wrap up the show.


Tracklist
Killer Hertz - Gigantic
Pirapus - Body Drop (Won’t Stop)
EJ Kitto - Be Honest
Bensley - Pinger
NORTY - Dimensions
Fred Again x Skepta x Plaqueboymax - Victory Lap (Sudley Bootleg)
Grafix & Rova - Let Me Down
Aktive - On My Own
BLVCK CROWZ - Let The Bass Go!
Niall T x OHKAY - On Your Lips
ESKEI83 & Dynamite MC - Number One DJ 
York & Matrix and Futurebound - On The Beach
Modest Intentions - Infinite Void
LICIA & W1RE - State Of Mind (OHKAY’s Future Fire)
Killer Hertz & Mollie Collins ft Elipsa - Love On Me
Sigma & Julia Church - MAGNETIC
Kanine - Bloodstream
REEBZ & Toronto Is Broken - Like Me (streetflicker vs Toronto Is Broken Remix)

Ruth Royall guest mix

OHKAY Presents Viper Radio Episode 051

Disconnect My Mind

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When employees hear “employee benefits,” they might think of healthcare, perks, wellness programs, PTO, 401(k) plans or disability coverage. But when HR professionals hear “employee benefits,” they’re likely thinking about cost management, compensation strategies, open enrollment, and—most importantly—compliance. Compliance is a cornerstone of today’s insurance landscape. With that in mind, let’s dive into your August 2025 breakdown of Compliance in Motion.

Side Affects 149 | Compliance in Minutes - August 2025

This month is all about D&B in Japan with a mix from Yellock + a Land of the Rising Bass EP feature plus new music from Tyr Kohour x Flint & Figure ft. flowanastasia as August's Future's Fire - don't miss it!

Check out all episodes here: https://streamlink.to/ViperRadio

Viper Radio Episode 052 – Tracklist  

 Sound In Noise – Time 

Metrik x Rou Reynolds (Enter Shikari) x Filthy Pig - Hole 

Matrix & Futurebound ft. Miss Trouble – Motivation 

Circadian & Friction – Interstellar 

Delta Heavy  - Vandal 

Sless & Loboski – I Like It 

Skiye – Sound Of The Underground 

Grafix – Don’t Slow Down 

Lexed – i.d 

‘Future’s Fire’: Tyr Kohout * Flint & Figure ft. Flowanastasia - Same Old Story 

Andy C – Richochet 

Sota & Pirapus – No Surrender, No retreat 

Justice - Stress (Dirtyphonics & SampliFire Mix)  

Fred Again, Skepta – Victory Lap (Sudley Booty) 

Sound In Noise – Revelation 

Hoax * PVC - Samurai 

Tantrum Desire – Don’t Look Back 

Ring Noord – Pleasure Model 

Viper Presents ‘Land Of The Rising Bass’ Japan E.P feature. 

Yasuki & MiimiQ – Chase The Light 

Maozon – Escape 

Dj Youth – Without You 

Seventhrun – Bouncey 

Mountain – Warn You 

Azumai – Guilty Of Murder 

Dj Aki & Yellok – Destruction & Rebirth 

‘In The Mix’: Yellok (Tokyo – Japan) 

Sustance – Six Gold Coins ? 

Etherwood – Deep Dive 

S9 * I.C.U – Faster 

Wilkinson, Camo & Krooked, Mefjus - Lose Control 

T95 – Head Rearranger 

1991 Luciana – Yeah Yeah

Futurebound presents Viper Radio Episode 052

The power of data is reshaping how organizations deliver their benefits strategies -- especially through the lens of population health. Historically, only large employers had access to meaningful data insights. But in the last decade, this has changed. Now organizations of all sizes can use data to guide smarter decisions, improve outcomes and control costs.

In this episode, MB Population Health & Data Strategist, Shelly Cherry shares why data is only as valuable as the strategy behind it. She explains how to use data to its full advantage, why organizations must be open to change and how shifting mindsets is just as critical as the numbers themselves.

Side Affects 150 | The Power of Data Guiding Your Benefits Strategy

Can't Resist [TEASER]

Side Affects Producer Kenzie McEvily, joined by her guest hosts, spotlights invited industry experts to discuss their best practices that disrupt the norm of health care, leadership, and business. Side Affects: A podcast that prompts you, as an employer, to think differently about the needs of your people and your company. We encourage you to take action by taking a deep look into benefit strategies that will transform your workforce engagement, i.e., diversity, compliance, mental health, and modern reporting. Kenzie and her guests bring these subjects and more to light to better health and productivity. Tune in and learn more!

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