On the Fringe
On the Fringe
Podcast Description
This podcast looks at union fringe benefits and all the entities and perspectives surrounding them. Brought to you by EPRLive.
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The podcast centers on topics related to union fringe benefits, industry challenges, and technological advancements, with episodes that explore specific challenges faced by contractors, the importance of relationships in benefit reporting, and insights on labor negotiations and mentorship in the electrical industry.
On the Fringe explores the evolving world of union benefits, workforce development, and leadership in the trades. Hosted by Anne Larson, CEO of Corellian Software, the podcast features thoughtful, conversational interviews with leaders across labor and industry who are navigating growth, change, and responsibility in real time. Brought to you by EPRLive.
Recorded at the 2026 IBEW-NECA Employee Benefits Conference, this episode weaves together insights from leaders across labor and management on healthcare, mental health, rising drug costs, and supporting today’s workforce. From apprenticeships to recovery programs, these rapid-fire perspectives reveal how benefits shape real lives.
Tune in to this episode as we explore:
(00:07) Why benefits must show up on time
(00:55) Defusing conflict and normalising mental health
(03:07) Do younger workers fully understand their benefits?
(04:02) Healthcare costs and the 10-10-10 rule for perspective
(05:23) Should healthcare be for profit?
(06:07) The primary care gap no one talks about
(07:54) Instant benefits verification for contractors
(09:14) Tackling addiction and stigma in the trades
(11:31) The fight for affordable prescriptions
(11:56) Apprenticeships as a career launchpad
Links mentioned in the episode:
IBEW-NECA Employee Benefits Conference
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