FedUpward Podcast - Tips for Federal Government Employees
Love Rutledge
The FedUpward Podcast gives federal employees and friends of feds strategies and tips for navigating everyday problems. This is a place for federal employees to...
201. Creating Organic Federal Employee Networks with Iron Butterfly Media
Cadie Hopkins on Amplifying the Stories of Women in the Intel Community Cadie Hopkins, co-founder of Iron Butterfly Media, joins the podcast to discuss their mission to amplify the stories of women in the intelligence community. Cadie shares the journey behind their podcasts, Iron Butterfly and Women in the Arena, as well as an upcoming documentary featuring trailblazing women in public service. Her story reflects a commitment to bring together federal employees to mentor, sponsor and support one another. How could you do the same wherever you work? Tune in to learn about their grassroots efforts, impactful storytelling, and how they’re busting myths about the intelligence community. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about mentorship, community, and the power of authentic voices in public service! For more on Iron Butterfly Media click here: www.ironbutterflymedia.com Helpful Resources: www.fedupwardcoaching.com Subscribe to Iron Butterfly: www.ironbutterflymedia.com/the-iron-butterfly-podcast Subscribe to The Women in the Arena: www.ironbutterflymedia.com/the-women-in-the-arena Donate to support the documentary production:  https://donorbox.org/iron-butterfly-foundation-2024-eoy-fundraising-campaign Connect with Love: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/love-rutledge Instagram: Love (@fedupwardpodcast) Facebook: facebook.com/fedupward
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200. New Year Fed Finance Chat -- TSP Limits; Social Security Fairness Act Passes (CSRS employees/retirees)
Certified financial planner Brian Sigwart joined me on the podcast to discuss the elimination of the windfall provision, whichi limited CSRS employee social security benefits. (If you're a FERS employee, this won't impact you.) He also explains what you should be thinking about as we kick off a new calendar year (update your TSP contributions folks). Catch up contributions for folks of specific ages changed this year. You cna get more details here. A WEP explainer: https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/program-explainers/windfall-elimination-provision.html Biden signed the bill: https://www.psrs-peers.org/About-Us/News/2025/01/06/president-biden-signs-social-security-fairness-act--repeals-wep-and-gpo Brian Sigwart's contact information: Schedule a call with Brian here. Brian Sigwart CFP® , RICP ® CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional Financial Services Representative 11350 McCormick Road, Executive Plaza IV, Suite 200      Hunt Valley, MD 21031 T: (410) 937-9098 Calls & Voicemails only T: (410) 429-1031 Text only F: (410) 785-7655 [email protected] http://www.caafg.com/
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199. Federal Employee Rights, Schedule F and DOGE - An Attorney's Perspective
FEDERAL EMPLOYEE RIGHTS: NOW AND LOOKING AHEAD Kevin Shehan, employment law attorney specializing in federal employee rights and issues, joined me on the podcast to discuss the topics in the news (changes from the VA Accountabilty and Whistleblower Portection Act of 2017, Schedule F and DOGE), as well as your currrent rights as a federal employee. Please note: this episode is not an ad, is not legal advice, and is NOT an endorsement of any political ideology or candidate. The goal here is to ensure you get information to be well-informed about your employment rights. You can find Kevin here. Â
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198. WAEPA - Insurance AND FREE Financial Planning Support
Tony Zerante, Chief Strategy Officer at WAEPA (Worldwide Assurance for Employees of Public Agencies), joins Love to discuss the life and disability insurance benefits exclusively offered to current and former Civilian Federal Employees. Hear the updates on their products, giveback program, and the history behind this legacy non-profit organization. To learn more about WAEPA and its partnership with Ernst & Young, visit the links below. WAEPA Main Site https://www.waepa.org/resources/financial-wellness-for-federal-employees/
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197. Vet S.O.S. - Support for Military Members Transitioning to Civilian Federal Service
Join Love on this episode of the FedUpward podcast as she chats with Shawn Welsh, Founder and Co-Host of the VET S.O.S. podcast. A retired Army veteran with over 20 years of intelligence experience, Shawn shares his journey from military service to content creation and the founding of VET S.O.S. Shawn and his team are dedicated to connecting veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses with critical support organizations and resources. With advanced leadership expertise and a passion for helping others, Shawn’s mission is to empower the veteran community and their families. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation! https://vetsospodcast.com/ Shawn's a prolific LinkedIn poster, so follow him there! https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnwelsh00/
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