The Workplace is a podcast by CalChamber that provides expert and entertaining commentary on issues critical to California employers and employees. Episodes include discussions about California employment laws, legislative proposals, and national and state politics.

Commentary on the podcast should not be considered as legal advice.

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Episode 242

Navigating Drug Testing, Substance Use in Today’s Workplace
(April 9, 2026) In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad explore how California employers can navigate drug and alcohol issues in the workplace amid evolving legal standards.

Episode 241

Workplace Violence Prevention Standards: Correcting Misconceptions
(April 2, 2026) In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene discuss California’s workplace violence prevention standards as the two-year anniversary of their implementation approaches. They focus on how employers are navigating these complex and ongoing legal requirements, plus common misconceptions and practical challenges.

Episode 240

What to Consider When Terminating an Employee in California
(March 19, 2026) In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts, CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene walk through the analysis required when employers choose to let someone go or reorganize their workforce.

Episode 239

Frequent Employer Questions About California’s Paid Sick Leave
(March 12, 2026) CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts, CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, and CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene help guide employers through managing paid sick leave and applying its legal requirements to their everyday operations and policies.

Episode 238

What Employers Should Know About Wearable Technologies in the Workplace
(February 5, 2026) In this episode of The Workplace podcast, Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment, welcomes CalChamber Employment Law Expert Sharon Novak for a timely conversation on wearable technology in the workplace.

Episode 237

Employee Handbook: New Year Good Time to Audit/Update Policies
(January 30, 2026) In this episode of The Workplace podcast, Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment, is joined by CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene to discuss why now is the best time to audit, update, and rethink your handbook strategy.