🎙️ Road2Wellbeing. Helping HR Leaders Guide Their Workforce to Wellness

Wellness360

Real conversations, clinical depth, and evidence-based insights for HR leaders who are done with wellness programs nobody uses. Whether you're launching a program from scratch, rebuilding one that stalled, or looking for the clinical and strategic frameworks that separate high-performing wellness programs from expensive checkboxes, this is the show for you. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Follow now for new episode alerts. Reach us at info@wellness360.co

Episodes

  1. May 25

    S2-E002: The WHO has decided. Burnout is an occupational phenomenon, not a personal weakness. The Systems Gap Behind Psychological Safety at Work | Road2Wellbeing Podcast by Wellness360

    72% of employees are currently dealing with moderate to very high stress at work, a six-year high, and more than half reported active burnout in the last year alone.An overviewBurnout, as defined by the WHO, is a syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed, presenting across three clinical dimensions: energy depletion and exhaustion, increased psychological distance from one's work or cynicism, and reduced professional efficacy. For years, organizational responses defaulted to individual-level interventions, asking employees to manage their stress, practice more self-care, or attend a yoga class, while leaving untouched the structural conditions generating the crisis. Work overload, cited by 47% of workers as a primary stressor, is compounded by understaffing, poor leadership communication, lack of recognition, and external pressures bleeding in from personal finance and global events. What makes this particularly costly is the silence it produces: 62% of employees who felt uncomfortable disclosing mental health struggles at work reported being actively burned out, and 46% said they feared losing their job if they raised the issue, meaning the populations most at risk are the least likely to signal it. What we discuss Why the World Health Organization officially classifies burnout as an occupational phenomenon, not a personal weakness, and what that reclassification demands of employersWhat the three clinical dimensions of burnout are, and how to use them to distinguish burnout from disengagement before misreading the signal costs you the employeeHow burned-out employees and disengaged employees can look similar behaviorally, and why the response to each needs to be differentWhy work overload and staffing gaps account for the majority of top burnout stressors, and how leaders often fail to see accumulation in real timeWhat psychological safety actually requires beyond stated policy, and why consistent behavior over time is the only mechanism that builds itWhy employees who experience a genuine sense of belonging at work are 23% less likely to burn out, and how belonging is built through small, repeated acts of inclusion rather than programs or mandatesHow fear of professional consequences keeps 46% of employees from disclosing mental health struggles even when support is theoretically availableWhat the gap between manager training and manager readiness looks like when an employee is clearly not okayWhat immediate actions HR leaders can take this week, including anonymous pulse checks, calendar audits for overload, and modeling vulnerability in one-on-ones

    17 min

  2. Apr 30

    S2-E001 : Three Clicks From Ozempic. Miles Behind Real Support. The HR Imperative behind GLP1 Boom | Road2Wellbeing Podcast by Wellness360

    This isn't an anti-GLP-1 episode. It's a pro-support one.Zikea McCurdie and Samantha Levin break down the GLP-1 boom and why HR leaders are completely unprepared for it.One in eight American adults has now used a GLP-1. Most got there through a telehealth form with no clinical guardrails and no lifestyle support attached. The drug suppresses appetite. It doesn't build habits. And without employer-side infrastructure, you're looking at muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies, and a yo-yo cycle that shows up in your claims data.In our in-depth conversation, we discuss: Why GLP-1s have reached mainstream scale and what the public conversation is missingThe clinical risks nobody is talking about — muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies, no guardrailsWhat these drugs actually do to the body beyond the number on the scaleWhy lifestyle habits have to be built alongside medication, not afterWhat lasting support actually looks like — movement, nutrition, behavior changeWhy HR leaders should care and where to startThe business case: today's deficiencies become tomorrow's health claimsHow to actually begin a GLP-1 journey the right way Road2Wellbeing is a podcast for HR leaders providing real conversations, clinical depth, evidence-based insightsSponsored by Wellness360

    20 min

  3. 12/01/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep #10: How Living on Three Continents Shaped Modern Workplace Health

    🌍 Wellness Without Borders: What Global Cultures Can Teach Us Employee wellbeing isn’t one-size-fits-all. In this episode of Road2Wellbeing, host Zikea McCurdie sits down with Alessa Caridi [Woodrey], international wellness expert and Founder of JoBuFit, to explore how different cultures approach health, balance, and movement—and what U.S. organizations can learn from them. 🔎 You’ll discover: How global perspectives can make wellness programs more inclusive Practical habits from around the world that actually stick Lessons U.S. workplaces can adopt to boost engagement and wellbeing If you’re an HR leader, wellness professional, or simply passionate about healthier workplaces, this episode is packed with insights you can put into action.

    30 min

  4. 11/30/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep #9: Building a Culture of Wellness in the Workplace

    How do you turn wellness from a perk into part of your company’s DNA? In this episode of Road2Wellbeing, Wendy Sellers – “The HR Lady” joins host Zikea McCurdie to share honest, practical strategies for building a sustainable culture of well-being. From leadership behaviors and psychological safety to ROI and employee engagement, discover what really works in creating healthier workplaces.

    28 min

  5. 11/01/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep #8: Leading from Within-Emotional Intelligence in Modern Leadership

    What if your greatest leadership strength isn’t what you do, but how you show up? In this episode, Zikea McCurdie sits down with Lena Thompson to explore how emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and presence shape powerful, authentic leadership. Learn why integration matters more than information—and how your triggers might just be your greatest teachers. #Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Road2Wellbeing

    30 min

  6. 10/01/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep #7: From Corporate to Wellness

    ✨ Episode #7 – Road2Wellbeing Podcast | "From Corporate to Wellness" ✨What happens when you walk away from corporate hustle to pursue purpose, balance, and holistic healing? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Sinead Urwin, a Functional Nutritionist, who shares her deeply personal journey of leaving a high-pressure corporate career to heal from chronic stress—and help others do the same. 🎙 Hosted by Zikea McCurdie, Director of Wellness Programs at Wellness360 🎧 Don’t forget to follow us on Spotify to get notified as soon as the episode drops!

    27 min

  7. 08/31/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep #6 : Workplace Mental Health in Uncertain Times

    In an era of constant change, uncertainty, and pressure, mental health is no longer a workplace perk—it’s a necessity. In this timely episode, Sharell Thomas, SHRM-SCP, MBA (Total Rewards Director & Leadership Coach) joins Zikea McCurdie, MSHS, NBC-HWC, CYT (Director of Wellness Programs, Wellness360) to discuss: ✅ The unique mental health challenges employees face in uncertain times✅ How leaders can create psychological safety and emotional support✅ Practical strategies for building a more resilient and supported workforce Whether you're in HR, a manager, or an advocate for employee wellbeing, this episode offers the insights every modern workplace needs. 🎙 Tune in and join the movement to create healthier, more human-centered organizations. #Road2Wellbeing #MentalHealthAtWork #WorkplaceWellbeing #EmployeeExperience #HRLeadership #PsychologicalSafety #PeopleFirst #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureOfWork #Wellness360

    26 min

  8. 07/31/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep 5 : Rethinking Workplace Well-Being for Healthcare Professionals

    In this powerful episode, we’re shining a light on the mental health and wellbeing of those who care for others—our caregivers and healthcare professionals. Join Cecelia Cruz, Physician and Founder of MARPE, LLC, in a heartfelt conversation with Zikea McCurdie, MSHS, NBC-HWC, CYT as they explore: ✅ The emotional toll of caregiving and frontline stress✅ Systemic gaps in caregiver support✅ What compassionate, sustainable environments truly look like✅ How leaders and organizations can better care for their care teams If you lead healthcare teams, design wellness programs, or are passionate about mental health, this episode is for you. 🎙 Tune in to help shift the narrative — from burnout to balance, and from exhaustion to empowerment. #CaregiverSupport #HealthcareHeroes #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellbeing #CorporateWellness #Wellness360 #Road2Wellbeing #PodcastSeries

    30 min

  9. 06/30/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep 4 : The Gen Z Factor: Mental Health Strategies for the Modern Workplace

    In this episode, we’re exploring the evolving expectations and mental health needs of the next generation of the workforce—Gen Z. Join Jessica Morris, MBA, ATC and Zikea McCurdie, MSHS, NBC-HWC, CYT as they discuss: ✅ How to attract, engage, and retain Gen Z talent✅ The business case for prioritizing mental health✅ Evidence-based strategies to support wellbeing at work✅ What Gen Z really wants from their leaders and workplace culture Whether you’re in HR, a team lead, or a Gen Z employee yourself—this conversation offers practical insights to build a more resilient, inclusive, and mentally healthy workplace. 🎙 Tune in now and be part of the journey toward a more future-ready, wellness-driven work culture. #GenZWorkforce #MentalHealthAtWork #WorkplaceWellness #EmployeeWellbeing #CorporateWellness #HRLeadership #Road2Wellbeing #Wellness360 #PodcastSeries

    29 min

  10. 06/19/2025

    Road2Wellbeing | Ep 3 : The Secret to a Healthier Workplace? Nonviolent Communication

    Road2Wellbeing | Episode 3 What if your next team breakthrough wasn’t a strategy—but a sentence? In this episode, we unpack how Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is changing the way teams connect, lead, and grow. 🧠 Bill Belanger (CEO, Healbright) and 💬 Zikea McCurdie (Director of Wellness Programs, Wellness360) break down how empathy-driven communication boosts trust, slashes stress, and creates workplaces people actually want to be in. ✨ Real talk. No fluff. Just tools you can use to: Diffuse tension like a pro Build unshakable team vibes Make wellness more than just a buzzword If you're tired of the same HR scripts and “toxic positivity,” this one’s for you. Hit play — and learn how to talk it out the right way. #WellnessAtWork #RealTalkLeadership #NVCinAction #Road2Wellbeing #WorkCultureReboot #Wellness360

    30 min

  11. 06/06/2025

    Road2Wellbeing Ep #2 : Navigating Workplace Challenges: Retention, Engagement & Well-Being

    🎙️ Episode 2: Navigating Workplace Challenges for Better Well-Being In this insightful episode of the #Road2Wellbeing podcast, Dawn Omalza—HR Consultant, Author, and Speaker—joins Zikea McCurdie, Director of Wellness Programs at Wellness360, for a deep dive into Workplace Wellness Through Problem-Solving. Together, they unpack real-world challenges like communication breakdowns, burnout, toxic environments, and poor work-life balance—and how these issues, if addressed intentionally, can become catalysts for healthier, more engaged workplaces. Tune in to learn: How to turn workplace challenges into opportunities for growth Strategies to resolve conflicts and reduce burnout Practical tools to build a thriving, resilient company culture Whether you're in HR, leadership, or on the front lines—this conversation offers actionable guidance to transform workplace stress into workplace strength. Let’s create environments where people and performance thrive. #WorkplaceWellness #EmployeeEngagement #HRLeadership #WorkplaceResilience #Wellness360 #NavigatingWorkplaceChallenges #PodcastEpisode2

    27 min

  12. 06/06/2025

    Road2Wellbeing Ep #1 : Exploring Trauma-Informed Care, Collective Trauma, and SDOH

    🎙️ Episode 1: Building Resilient Workplaces Through Trauma-Informed Care & SDOH In this powerful debut episode of the #Road2Wellbeing podcast, Diana Bishop, Design and Delivery Consultant IV – Health Education (Southern California Permanente Medical Group), joins Zikea McCurdie, Director of Wellness Programs at Wellness360, to explore how trauma-informed care and social determinants of health (SDOH) are reshaping corporate wellness. Together, they unpack the deep impact of collective trauma in the workplace and share practical strategies to foster healing, resilience, and holistic employee well-being. Whether you're a wellness leader, HR professional, or simply passionate about creating compassionate work environments—this episode is your guide to building a healthier future of work. 🎧 Listen now to: Understand trauma-informed approaches in corporate settings Learn how SDOH affect employee health outcomes Discover tools to promote workplace resilience and wellness Let’s redefine what it means to thrive at work—starting today. #CorporateWellness #EmployeeWellbeing #TraumaInformedCare #WorkplaceResilience #SDOH #Wellness360 #Road2Wellbeing #PodcastLaunch

    28 min
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Real conversations, clinical depth, and evidence-based insights for HR leaders who are done with wellness programs nobody uses. Whether you're launching a program from scratch, rebuilding one that stalled, or looking for the clinical and strategic frameworks that separate high-performing wellness programs from expensive checkboxes, this is the show for you. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Follow now for new episode alerts. Reach us at info@wellness360.co

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