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Mintz On Air: A podcast bringing you insights on the intersection between business, innovation, and the law.

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August 25, 2026Episode 11224 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Truth Telling Builds Trust

Honest workplace conversations are rarely easy, but avoiding them can create bigger challenges over time. In this episode of Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, host Jen Rubin speaks with Celia Eckert , General Counsel at Xencor, about how candid feedback, curiosity, and empathy can strengthen workplace trust. Their conversation explores: How feedback timing promotes receptivity How curiosity improves performance conversations and builds workplace trust How to focus on positive aspects of performance while still encouraging improvement Do you advise on, manage, or lead sensitive workplace conversations? This episode offers practical guidance on addressing issues directly while building trust.

August 18, 2026Episode 11115 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — The Risks of AI Prompt Injections in the Workplace

Could AI dictate your next hiring decision through invisible instructions hidden inside a resume? As employers adopt AI tools for hiring and recruiting, they also face a new challenge: AI prompt injections, which are hidden directions designed to deceive AI into advancing an uncredentialed candidate. In the latest episode of Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, host Jen Rubin is joined by Mintz Associate and employment attorney Kevin Kim to discuss: How AI prompt injections can manipulate AI-driven hiring and recruiting processes Practical strategies for strengthening workplace safeguards against deceptive AI tools Why businesses must be vigilant about security and confidentiality risks associated with unauthorized AI use Why keeping humans in the loop remains essential when using AI to support hiring and employment decisions Whether you’re an HR professional, in-house counsel, or a business leader, this conversation offers practical tips to understanding the risks AI poses in the workplace.

July 29, 2026Episode 11023 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Taking Your Candidates to the Vet

AI-generated applications, deepfakes, and new background check requirements are changing how employers vet candidates, but the stakes remain the same: identifying qualified hires while managing legal and business risk. In this episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, host Jen Rubin is joined by Mintz Associate and employment attorney Joyce Dos Santos to discuss: Common vetting mistakes, from failing to verify credentials to misusing criminal history information Compliance considerations under the FCRA, EEOC guidance, and state and local laws How inadequate or inconsistent screening can create unnecessary enterprise risk Why it’s important to tailor background checks to each position, but at same time ensure individualized assessment of employment candidates Whether you’re an HR professional, in-house counsel, business leader, or board member, this episode offers practical guidance for understanding and implementing effective background check processes and managing legal risk arising from candidate vetting.

July 14, 2026Episode 10927 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Take a Human to Work Day

The secret to a thriving AI-assisted workplace might be surprisingly human. In this episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, host Jen Rubin is joined by Corbin Carter , a Mintz employment attorney and counselor who advises employers on workforce management, compliance, and employment disputes. Together, they explore the growing role of AI in workplace decision-making, including: The importance of human accountability for decision-making in the workplace How a human in the loop is not only necessary to implement and enhance AI, but is critical to hiring, performance, and employee relations decisions How human interaction builds communication skills, collaboration, and culture and reduce legal risk in the workplace This episode offers practical insights for HR professionals, people managers, business leaders, and in-house counsel navigating the evolving role of AI in the workplace.

June 30, 2026Episode 10826 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Litigating in the AI Age

AI is already shaping the litigation process. And while it can benefit that process, it also introduces new risks. In the latest Mintz On Air: Practical Policies episode, host Jen Rubin and Member Mathilda McGee‑Tubb explain where AI helps and where it creates exposure, and how litigators should approach both. They cover: How AI is reshaping and opening up court access, and the impact on the litigation process Where AI can benefit lawyers and litigants, and some of its complications How AI is influencing strategy, evidence, and case narratives and helping the storytelling process Why AI is a starting point — not an ending point — in the litigation process, and why human judgment remains critical For in-house counsel, business leaders, and litigation professionals, this episode explains how AI helps streamline the litigation process, how it helps derisk litigation, and how to do so without sacrificing credibility or good human judgment.

June 9, 2026Episode 10727 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Crisis Management: A First Hours Focus

An anonymous hotline complaint comes in. The allegations are serious. The clock is ticking. What should you do first? In this episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, host Jen Rubin is joined by Mintz Member Marc Axelbaum for a practical conversation on navigating the critical first hours of a crisis investigation. Together, Jen and Marc explore key factors organizations should keep in mind when a corporate crisis arises, including: How to determine who the “client” is and who should lead the investigation When and how to engage outside counsel while preserving attorney-client privilege How to quickly build the right internal and external team (IT, HR, PR, and more) Common early mistakes, from mishandling communications to overlooking press strategy Why thoughtful planning, documentation decisions, and legal hold notices matter from the outset The role of empathy and human judgment in managing high-stakes, high-pressure situations Designed for in-house counsel, board members, and corporate leaders, this episode offers practical guidance on responding decisively in the earliest moments of a crisis, while protecting credibility, maintaining control of the narrative, and supporting the people involved.

May 19, 2026Episode 10525 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Real vs. Robot: Bots in the Boardroom

What happens when AI has a seat in the boardroom? In the latest episode of Mintz On Air: Practical Policies, Real vs. Robot: Bots in the Boardroom, host Jen Rubin is joined by Member Melanie Levy for an unscripted conversation on AI’s evolving role in corporate governance. They explore many key questions boards face today with AI’s rapid escalation and widespread adoption — how to discharge fiduciary duties that apply to humans who use AI tools, the risks to confidentiality, technology adoption without appropriate policies, and the potential for diminishing the protection of the business judgment rule. They also discuss whether banning AI in the boardroom or requiring fluency tests for board members is realistic, and why AI can enhance decision-making but not replace human judgment. A practical listen for board members, in-house counsel, and governance professionals navigating AI with accountability and oversight.

May 5, 2026Episode 10427 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — Empathy Meets Employment: Practical Strategies for Managing Employee Stress

Employee stress is at an all-time high, and navigating the line between empathy and accountability has never been more challenging. In the latest episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, Jen Rubin is joined by fellow Mintz employment attorneys Natalie Groot and Nikki Rivers to discuss what empathetic management looks like today and how to practice it without creating legal risk. This episode takes on key challenges employers face, including: Effectively managing the rise of an “escalation first” workplace Using empathetic listening as part of workplace therapy, while still emphasizing workplace performance and accountability Best practices for supporting stressed and anxious employees using active listening and effective and honest communication Identifying internal resources to support employees, and the importance of building workplace trust Designed for managers, HR professionals, and in-house legal teams, this conversation offers actionable guidance on balancing compassion with accountability, while still managing effectively. Listen for actionable strategies to help navigate employee stress, workplace conflict, and evolving expectations.

April 10, 2026Episode 10322 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — The Only Easy Workday Was Yesterday: The Impact of Special Ops Veterans in the Workplace

In the latest episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policiespodcast, Jen Rubin is joined by Dave Lagasse for an unscripted conversation about the transition of special operations forces veterans into the private-sector workplace, and the valuable skills and perspectives they can bring to employers. This episode is part of a series of conversations designed to help employers navigate workplace changes and understand general legal considerations. Together, Jen and Dave explore: The meaning of the Navy SEAL motto “The only easy day was yesterday” and its relevance to working in complex, high-pressure business environments Five truths about special operations forces and how they relate to the private sector, including the critical role of support functions, and how trust and collaboration drive mission and business success The need for proactive training and preparation before a crisis, rather than reactive decision-making Listen for insights on how the unique leadership mindsets and team-oriented approach developed through special ops experience can be a huge asset to employers in the private sector.

March 2, 2026Episode 10228 min

Mintz On Air: Practical Policies — California vs. Canada: A Conversation About Cross-Border Employment Quirks

In the latest episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policies podcast, Jen Rubin is joined by Brad Tartick , an Employment Partner in Mintz’s Toronto office, for an unscripted conversation about key similarities in California and Canadian employment law — and some important differences. Together, Jen and Brad discuss commonalities and differences relating to important employment concepts concerning: Non-competes Independent contractor classification Vacation and PTO Parental leave Severance pay and packages Reductions in force Health care benefits Listen for insights on how these aspects of employment law in California and Canada have notable overlaps and differences — important considerations for anybody with operations in Canada and in the US. This episode is part of a series of conversations designed to help employers navigate workplace changes and understand general legal considerations.