This episode of, "Fun with HR," features a discussion between Rosandra and Jeff about three significant workplace issues. First, they analyze the cancellation of Stephen Colbert's show by CBS, exploring whether it constitutes retaliation for his critical comments about the network's payout to the U.S. President, while also considering the show's low viewership. Second, they dissect a "kiss cam" incident at a Cold Play concert, where the HR person and CEO's intimate moment led to the event planner's termination, raising questions of harassment and corporate responsibility. Finally, they address the tragic death of a 19-year-old in a meat grinder incident, emphasizing the critical importance of workplace safety protocols like lockout/tagout procedures. The show also included a segment with Kevin Brannon from "The Real Guppy Outdoors" where we discussed the trip to iCast with the Reel Guppy Outdoors team and a discussion about the Oceans of opportunity program.

The show concluded with a detailed conversation about mental health in the workplace, advocating for open communication, empathy from leaders, and accessible resources to break down associated stigmas.

On today's show, Rosandra and Jeff discussed the impact of current events, like immigration enforcement, on the workplace, stressing the importance of empathy and understanding the ripple effect on employees.

Rosandra and Jeff also explored HR compliance in depth, covering topics such as recruiting, hiring, employee classification, compensation, benefits, and workplace safety, emphasizing the layered nature of regulations from federal to local levels and the crucial need for fairness in all policies.

Rosandra & Jeff began the show by recapping the 4th of July celebration, highlighting the non-motorized "Push-em Pull-em Parade" and an associated street fair. The hosts discuss the importance of community events and local businesses, like Lemon y Sal. a restaurant that caters to diverse dietary needs. Carlos Ortiz the owner of Limon y Sal was in to talk about events planned for the month of July. These events included Mariachi Mondays, In Stone live and Karaoke on Sundays. For more information, go to their Instagram limonysalventura.

The conversation then shifts to a serious discussion about workplace violence, emphasizing the necessity of prevention plans, open communication, and trust within organizations. Finally, the segment addresses common employee rights and employer challenges regarding minimum wage, sick leave, and harassment, stressing the importance of understanding regulations and responsible conduct.