WorkCompCollege.com just made a big move — and in this episode, you'll hear all about it straight from the people who made it happen. Bob Wilson and Mark Pew sit down with internationally renowned impairment rating expert Dr. Chris Brigham and his colleague Dr. Waqas Buttar to unpack WorkCompCollege's acquisition of the AMA Guides training assets from Brigham & Associates. But this isn't just a business announcement — it's a…
In this episode Ariane Camille, a licensed therapist and case manager, shares her insights on how to motivate injured workers who have delayed recovery because of any number of sources. Being direct, clear, and kind while asking open ended questions is a great way to build trust and then empower them to do their part on a consistent basis. Ariane also provided her thoughts on some of the system obstacles to…
In this episode, Danielle (Dani) Main of MWCIA joins hosts Mark Pew and Bob Wilson to highlight the various ways in which someone who wants to make a difference can do so in the workers' compensation industry. Old and young, introverts and extraverts, empathetic or data-oriented, there are many pathways for a purpose-driven person to help drive positive outcomes for both injured workers and their employers. This wide-ranging discussion provides…
This episode of Straight Outta Workers' Comp takes a look at the role of brokers and brokerages in our industry, as well as some humorous and interesting anecdotes from an expert in the sector. Joining hosts Bob Wilson and Mark Pew is Vincent Capaldi, Jr., President of Bay Oaks Wholesale Brokerage. Vince talks about what may keep brokers and agents less involved in the nuances of comp than professionals from…
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 @ 1:00 PM Eastern Seats are limited -Register Today!! Presenters: This podcast has concluded, but you can still watch it here! A First in Workers' Comp - Live AI Powered Avatar Guests! In an industry first, Bob Wilson, BA, WRP, AIWC and Mark 'RxProfessor' Pew, AIWC will host this LIVE Straight Outta Workers' Comp Podcast, with AI Powered Interactive Avatars as their scheduled guests. Alistair Ienstein, the "Academic…
This episode Melissa Steger joins hosts Mark Pew and Bob Wilson to demonstrate the dramatic financial results of following an advocacy-based workers' recovery model. Steger, who today is a partner and Executive VP for Business Development at WorkCompCollege.com, lays out the stunning results of a positive recovery centric comp program at her former employer, the University of Texas System. https://vimeo.com/1114004210/cefa3f5b28
Guest(s): Alex O’Neal (Arbicare) Description: In this live podcast from the WCI conference in Orlando on August 19, Mark was joined by Alex O’Neal (Arbicare). He discussed what it’s like from advancing from someone brand new to the industry in 2010 to now being an entrepreneur, subject matter expert, and the facilitator of other people’s aspirations. Alex provided advice to people early in their career to develop confidence and expertise,…
Guest(s): Barbara Curd (PCSI) Description: In this live podcast from the WCI conference in Orlando on August 19, Mark was joined by Barbara Curd (PCSI). Her mindset of “fit the job to the person” is a game-changer paradigm in recovery, especially for military veterans and individuals with significant disabilities. Empowering people to grow into resilience and adaptability will help optimize outcomes. Barbara believes the industry is trending in the right…
Guest(s): Debra Livingston (ReEmployability), Greg Hamlin (Berkley Industrial Comp (a Berkley Company)), Dr. Les Kertay (Ascellus) Description: In this live podcast from the WCI conference in Orlando on August 19, Mark and Bob were joined by Debra Livingston (ReEmployability), Greg Hamlin (Berkley Industrial Comp (a Berkley Company)), Dr. Les Kertay (Ascellus). They had just finished their session in the Return-to-Work Breakout entitled “The 3 D’s (Deconditioned, Disengaged, and Disinformation) and…
Guest(s): Gloria Fagan (Shepherd Center) Description: In this live podcast from the WCI conference in Orlando on August 19, Mark was joined by Gloria Fagan (Shepherd Center). She shared the important difference between “inter” disciplinary and “multi” disciplinary and how that patient-centered, team-oriented approach is the best way to help someone embrace the new normal from a catastrophic injury. Gloria also shared Shepherd Center’s origin story, 50 years ago, and…
