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    • Nov 24, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 38 EPISODES


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    Medicare Made Clear

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 30:56


    Medicare is the federal health-insurance program that provides coverage for millions of retired and disabled Americans. While the government has made efforts to make it easy for participants to sign up for Medicare benefits, there are a handful of eligibility hurdles that potential enrollees need to be aware of. Who is eligible for Medicare?Medicare coverage starts at age 65 for everyone who is either a U.S. citizen, or has been a permanent legal resident for at least five years. Beyond that, you need to satisfy at least one of the following two conditions before you will be eligible to receive benefits:Learn moreSupport the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Medicare Part B Premium Increase for 2022 Largest Ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2021 12:01


    Medicare's Part B monthly premium for 2022 will increase by $26.60, the largest dollar increase in the health insurance program's history, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced on Nov, 12. Standard monthly premiums for Part B will cost $170.10 in 2022, up from $148.50 in 2021.Learn moreSupport the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    On Being a Black Man, Guest: Lawrence & Tajh Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 60:48


    Lawrence Jones ,photographer/photojournalists, United States Marine Corps Veteran, retired after 20 yrs; completed 4 combat tours, and a recent graduate of HBCU Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville North Carolina, completing his Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Media Studies with a minor in English & Literature.  Together, Father (Lawrence Jones)  and son ( Tajh Jones)  team up to discuss, celebrate, and laugh a little while doing a deep dive into the narratives of black men navigating life in the 21st century; exploring impactful influences, life lessons, media representation and presentation against the landscape of American culture in an era of Black Lives Matter.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    American Rescue Plan and the Marketplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 16:59


    President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) into law on March 11, 2021. ARP makes major improvements in access to and affordability of health coverage through the Marketplace by increasing eligibility for financial assistance to help pay for Marketplace coverage.The new law will lower premiums for most people who currently have a Marketplace health plan and expand access to financial assistance for more consumers.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)HealthNetCO Insurance Agency Everyone needs effective and affordable health insurance.

    How To Shop & Save On Your Health Plan During Open Enrollment

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 16:17


    Shop & Save on your Health Insurance Premium. Individuals and Families with high premium renewal may be able to take advantage of new healthcare insurance plans with lower premiums. How to video click HEREHealthNetCO Insurance Agency Everyone needs effective and affordable health insurance. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Black Business In America & Covid-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 67:40


    Demetrius Rayden Johnson & Dexter Brooks discuss the effect Covid19 has on Black small Business. Several Black Small Business didn't qualify for PPP funding therefore most are at risk of closing. While states have attempted to provide some limited resources, it up to the people to invest in Black Small Business. HealthNetCO Insurance Agency Everyone needs effective and affordable health insurance. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Talking Chronic Pain Management with Dr. Ajay Vallore

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 47:33


    Dr. Ajay Vellore, M.D., M.S., is double board certified in both Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. Dr. Vellore was fellowship trained in Pain Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Vellore's curiosity in chronic pain was first piqued in residency, where he gained valuable experience with difficult-to-treat conditions, with patients travelling from all over the world to seek care at the Mayo Clinic. HealthNetCO Insurance Agency Everyone needs effective and affordable health insurance. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    After The Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 43:25


    After the debate Donald J. Trump and Joe Biden Americans are still in awe of the chaos seen on National TV. We dig into the last several years regarding the so called "He Didn't Mean That" defense. #politics #healthcare #unemployment #BLM #proudboys #RacismIsAPublicHealthCrisisHealthNetCO Insurance Agency Everyone needs effective and affordable health insurance. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Financial Wakanda Continued: Host Demetrius Rayden Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 55:58


    Demetrius is a licensed financial representative and public speaker continues our conversation on Building Financial Wealth. Key points on does and don't to start the building process. HealthNetCO Insurance Agency Everyone needs effective and affordable health insurance. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Let's Talk Podcast: Guest: Rhonda Y. Williams, MBA, MSN, RN - Recovering Stressed-Out Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 42:03


    Rhonda is the founder of the Dream Life Leadership Academy, LLC. where she coaches, supports and inspires leaders to become members of the R-SOUL club leader. She is also the host of The Coffee with Rhonda Show: Enter the Stress-Free Leadership Zone. Rhonda holds a double master’s degree in nursing and business administration and her professional experience includes senior executive roles as Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Executive Officer.HealthNetCO Insurance Agency Everyone needs effective and affordable health insurance. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Lets Talk Podcast -Financial Wakanda - Host Demetrius Rayden Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 57:28


    Financial Wakanda - building wealth within communities of color. This is a series of discussion on developing financial wealth. Demetrius is a licensed financial representative and public speaker. He frequently conducts presentations on retirement income, as well as national training events for financial professionals on income planning strategies.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Let's Talk Podcast: Building Family Wealth- Host Dexter Brooks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 47:38


    Demetrius expands on building family wealth with the purchase of Life Insurance Policies. Demetrius is a licensed financial representative and public speaker. He's a licensed financial representative and public speaker. He frequently conducts presentations on retirement income, as well as national training events for financial professionalNew: Building Family Wealth in Video format @ hncletstalkpodcast.com Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Let's Talk Podcast: No More Bills! - Guest Host Demetrius Raydan Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 33:34


    Creating Money for Retirement. Demetrius Rayden Johnson joins host Dexter Brooks on HNC Let's Talk Podcast to share strategies on creating an income stream for retirement.Demetrius is a licensed financial representative and public speaker. He frequently conducts presentations on retirement income,Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Let's Talk Podcast: Falling Required Failing Optional, Guest: Stephanie Hastings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 28:56


    Stephanie Hastings is a Certified Bookkeeper, Financial Mindset Coach/Mentor, Speaker, Author, Wife, and Mother. With 19+ years in various Executive Admin roles, her passion grew to make a positive ripple effect by helping others to accomplish their entrepreneurial dreams. Stephanie’s expertise and relatability allow her to “humanize” and transcend the numbers. Money.Growth.Reset Intentional game-changer Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Let's Talk Podcast Life Insurance Creating A Family Legacy: Demetrius Rayden Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 43:54


    Demetrius is a licensed financial representative and public speaker joins HNC Let's Talk Podcast. In this episode we discuss Life Insurance and Family Wealth. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Lets Talks Podcast: CO Host Demetrius Rayden Johnson - Building Financial Wealth - The Defense Insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 59:23


    Demetrius is a licensed financial representative and public speaker joins HNC Let's Talk Podcast. In this episode we discuss Life Insurance and Financial Wealth. Understanding the process of selecting Life Insurance, different plan options and underwriting process. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    HNC Let's Talk Podcast - CO Host: Demetrius Rayden Johnson - IRAs and 401K

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 44:59


    Demetrius Rayden Johnson a licensed financial representative and public speaker. Discuss Money, Money, Money IRAs and 401K. Best options employer and individual investing for your future. Learn the differences between the two, taxes vs no taxes, rollover accounts and more. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Media, Money & Racism - CO Host Demetrius Radyen Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 51:18


    Demetrius is a licensed financial representative and public speaker. In this episode he discuss how the media influences stocks and investments. We also touch base on racism in America. After the death of George Floyd how America has realized little has changed regarding racism, Black Lives Matters. Racism across state lines, the reality check for people of Color.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Guest: Nina Sonovia Brown, MS, LPC - Different Modalities for Building Resilience

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 33:15


    CO Host Jason Shankle with Guest: Nina Sonovia Brown, MS, LPC discuss the different Modalities for building Resilience utilizing Biofeedback and Neurofeedback. Nina Sonovia Brown, MS, LPC Founder and Resilience Strategist of Solonco. Solonco specializes in Employee Assistance Program consulting, and resilience training for aviation, education, and physical and mental health wellness leaders.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Guest: Tavarus Hogans: Podcasting Part 2: What You Know and Don't Know

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 84:52


    Kicking it with Tavarus Hogans. Host: Dexter Brooks and Guest: Tavarus Hogans discuss do's and don't with podcasting. How to obtain guest, troubleshooting unexpected issues prior to going live with your podcast and more.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Podcasting What You Know and Don't Know - Guest: Tavarus Hogans

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 42:49


    Tavarus Hogans entrepreneur discuss launching his first Podcast, best practices "What You Know and Don't Know" Founder of True Seven CBD his company True Seven Life works with individuals and organizations looking to make their employees more comfortable and confident presenters.Listen in to grab the 20% Off Discount Code at True Seven CBDRemember to subscribe to HNC Let's Talk Podcast for our monthly news letter. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    COVID-19 People of Color at Higher Risk & Death - Host: Dexter Brooks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 19:39


    Black people are being infected and dying at higher rates. The reasons for this are the same reasons that African Americans have disproportionately high rates of maternal death, low levels of access to medical care “Its impact is going to be tied to our history and legacy of racial inequities.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Rethinking Your Refund: Guest - Demetrius Rayden Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 45:49


    Demetrius discuss COVID-19 stimulus package and rethinking your refund. Congress passed a critical economic relief package to support the millions of American families now struggling to make ends meet because of the coronavirus. The bill authorized direct cash payments to most American workers to help them get by while much of our economy is shut down. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Coaching and Health with Guest Tavarus Hogans

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 45:11


    Tavarus Hogans founder of True Seven CBD. Studied at Vanderbilt University majored in Communications and was captain of the football team. His company True Seven Life works with individuals and organizations looking to make their employees more comfortable and confident presenters. Currently working on his debut book, “Finding Your Voice - A journey of becoming a better presenter.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    How are you handling your stress? Guest Host Jason Shankle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 32:49


    Social distancing is an effective public health tool for preventing the spread of disease, but it's still important to connect with friends & loved ones. While a large portion of American population are required to stay and home. How are they handling stress while working from home. Jason & Dexter share ideas on ways to reduce stressors. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    What vibe are you going for- Guest: Jason Shankle & Michael Acuna

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 32:09


    Jason Shankle @InnerSelfandWisdom & Mike Acuna aka illse7en chopped it up on philosophy mental health mind set and depression during COVID19. Focusing on depression, self awareness and family. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Have American's been giving the facts on Coronavirus? What we didn't know.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 9:07


    China researchers performed autopsies on deceased coronavirus Researchers have discovered two subtypes of the novel coronavirus with different virulence. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Financial Wealth & Investments during COVID-19 - Demetrius Rayden Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 61:02


    Demetrius is a licensed financial advisor and public speaker. He discuss creating financial wealth during Coronavirus (COVID-19). He frequently conducts presentations on retirement income, as well as national training events for middle class Americans on income planning strategies. Featured on My Brother’s Keeper “Local Spotlight Denver” and The Denver Business Journal Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    What is surprise/balance billing and when does it happen?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2020 8:08


    Protection from ”surprise billing”. This is sometimes called “balance billing” and it may happen when you receive covered services, other than ambulance services, from an out-of-network provider in Colorado. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    The Influence of Social Media and Your Personality / Jason Shankle

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 44:41


    Social media influence our daily activities via media input how we utilize our time and express ourself can have a negative or positive affect on each other. HNC Let's Talk PodcastJason Shankle/ Inner Self and Wisdom LLC Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Family Inherited Trauma w/ Jason Shankle

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 46:09


    Abusive behavior within the family circle. How we adjust and recognize as caregivers we need to have a focus on self awareness. Jason Shankle Inner Self and WisdomSupport the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Inner Self and Wisdom Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 33:16


    Jason Shankle Is a Relationship and Addiction Specialist, He's dedicated to healing, growth, and well-being. He's a Denver Native, has been helping and empowering individuals, families, and communities overcome addictions, depression, and anxiety for over 8 years by increasing self-awareness, confidence and personal growth. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Social Barriers to Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2019 6:28


    Americans want health care providers involved in food, housing, transportation needs. It’s not just medical care anymore. A third of Americans are under so much stress just trying to keep roofs over their heads, food on the table and a reliable means of transport available when they need it that they would welcome their health care providers help.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Is Disability Insurance Truly Important for the Average American?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 5:02


    Most Americans suffer from the delusion that they will not be disabled during their lifetime. Unfortunately, the reality is quite different. Over a quarter of working Americans will be affected by a short or long term disablement during their career. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Healthcare Data Breach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2019 4:52


    Recently, both Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp revealed that they were among the entities whose customers had their data compromised as part of a larger cyber breach. When and where HIPAA comes into play when breaches happen at third parties isn’t always so cut and dry.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    What is reimbursement and how does it affect health benefits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2019 4:00


    Now let us illustrate the concept of reimbursement. Reimbursement are methods utilized by benefit plans to recover money against parties who may have caused, or in some way be responsible for, an injury or loss that resulted in payment.Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    What is subrogation, and how does it affect your health benefit plan?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2019 5:16


    In a nutshell, subrogation and reimbursement are methods utilized by benefit plans to recover money against parties who may have caused, or in some way be responsible for, an injury or loss that resulted in payment by the benefit plan on behalf of a plan beneficiary. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

    Communication about health care benefits is still broken

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 4:44


    If you don’t know about the cost differences between emergency care and urgent care, you’ll spend a $1,000 or more at the ER instead of $150 at urgent care. Support the show (http://hncletstalkpodcast.com)

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