“Work Trends RU” Podcast with First Lady Tammy Murphy

June 3, 2025

In the latest episode of the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development’s new podcast series, “Work Trends RU,” Tammy Murphy, First Lady of New Jersey, discusses her leadership in maternal and infant health in New Jersey, the impacts of the Nurture NJ and Family Connects NJ initiatives, and how New Jersey is addressing healthcare inequalities, expanding prenatal services, and strengthening community engagement. She also previews the upcoming maternal health and innovation center in Trenton.

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“Work Trends RU,” explores the changing worlds of work, education, social policy, and financial security. The series covers a variety of issues, including the contemporary workforce, economic challenges, artificial intelligence and the future of work, and how public policies and private initiatives are responding to the needs of job seekers, workers, and employers.

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