Podcasts about healthcare policy

Risa Arin doesn't just talk about health literacy. She built the damn platform. As founder and CEO of XpertPatient.com (yes, expert with no E), Risa's taking a wrecking ball to how cancer education is delivered. A Cornell alum, cancer caregiver, and ex-agency insider who once sold Doritos to teens, she now applies that same marketing muscle to helping patients actually understand the garbage fire that is our healthcare system. We talk about why she left the “complacent social safety” of agency life, how her mom unknowingly used her own site during treatment, what it's like to pitch cancer education after someone pitches warm cookies, and why healthcare should come with a map, a translator, and a refund policy. Risa brings data, chutzpah, and Murphy Brown energy to the conversation—and you'll leave smarter, angrier, and maybe even a little more hopeful.RELATED LINKS• XpertPatient.com• Risa Arin on LinkedIn• XpertPatient & Antidote Partnership• XpertPatient Featured on KTLA• 2024 Health Award BioFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Lisa Goldman Rosas is an authority on public health who says that food insecurity goes deeper than hunger and can lead to chronic diabetes, heart disease, and even anxiety and depression. Rosas champions a concept she calls “nutrition security,” which focuses on food's health value over mere calories. She discusses her work with “Recipe4Health,” an Alameda County-led program that issues produce prescriptions, offers health coaching, and integrates electronic health records to improve diets and well-being. Food is medicine, Rosas tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering's The Future of Everything podcast.Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your question. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu.Episode Reference Links:Stanford Profile: Lisa Goldman RosasRecipe4HealthConnect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / FacebookChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionRuss Altman introduces Lisa Goldman Rosas, a professor of epidemiology and population health, medicine and pediatrics at Stanford University.(00:03:56) Journey Into Food & HealthLisa's path from environmental science to food security and medicine.(00:05:54) Food Insecurity vs. Nutrition SecurityDistinguishing between food insecurity and nutrition security.(00:07:12) Food Choices Under PressureFactors that contribute to food insecurity in families.(00:09:03) Health Impacts of Food InsecurityLinks between food insecurity, chronic illness and mental health issues.(00:12:04) Government & Policy SupportHow programs like SNAP and WIC support food access.(00:14:15) Food as MedicineA growing movement connecting healthcare with nutrition support.(00:17:34) Trial Periods & Lasting ImpactWhy short-term programs can help families discover healthier habits.(00:21:27) What is Recipe4Health?An outline of a clinic-based produce and behavior prescription program.(00:24:07) When Disease Causes Food InsecurityHow expensive chronic disease can push people into food insecurity.(00:24:23) Medicaid Waivers for Food PrescriptionsThe state level policy shifts that allow food as a reimbursable health expense.(00:26:27) Private Sector's Role in Food InsecurityHow companies are getting involved in promoting healthy foods.(00:27:34) Simple Tips for Eating BetterStrategies to make small but impactful changes for eating healthier.(00:30:39) Conclusion Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook

Dr. Jamie Wells is back—and this time, she brought a book. We cover everything from biomedical design screwups to the glorified billing software known as the EHR. Jamie's new book, A Clinical Lens on Pediatric Engineering, is a masterclass in what happens when you stop treating kids like small, drunk adults and start designing medicine around actual human factors. We talk about AI in pediatric radiology, why drug repurposing might save lives faster than biotech IPOs, and the absurdity of thinking one-size-fits-all in healthcare still works.Jamie's a former physician, a health policy disruptor, a bioethicist, an MIT director, and a recovering adjunct professor. She's also a unicorn. We dig into the wonk, throw shade at bad design, and channel our inner Lisa Simpsons. This one's for anyone who ever wondered why kids' hospitals feel like hell and why “make it taste like bubblegum” might be the most important clinical innovation of all time. You'll laugh, you'll learn, and you might get angry enough to fix something.RELATED LINKSJamie Wells on LinkedInBook: A Clinical Lens on Pediatric Engineering (Amazon)Book on SpringerDrexel BioMed ProfileGlobal Blockchain Business CouncilJamie's HuffPost ArticlesFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Erica Campbell walked away from corporate life, took a hard left from the British Embassy, and found her calling writing checks for families nobody else sees. As Executive Director of Pinky Swear Foundation, she doesn't waste time on fluff. Her team pays rent, fills gas tanks, and gives sick kids' parents the one thing they don't have—time. Then, breast cancer hit her. She became the patient. Wrote a book about it. Didn't sugarcoat a damn thing. We talk about parking fees, grief, nonprofit burnout, and how the hell you decide which families get help and which don't. Also: AOL handles, John Hughes, and letters from strangers that make you cry. Erica is part Punky Brewster, part Rosie the Robot, and part Lisa Simpson—with just enough GenX Long Island sarcasm to make it all land. This one sticks.RELATED LINKSPinky Swear FoundationThe Mastectomy I Always Wanted (Book)Erica on LinkedInThink & Link: Erica Campbell“Like the Tale of a Starfish” - Blog Post“Cancer Diagnosis, Messy Life, Financial Support” - Blog PostFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're dusting off a fan favorite this week—because some stories are just too ridiculous not to re-air.This episode takes you from graduation pride in Austin to jaw-dropping public policies in San Francisco, where vodka is now a taxpayer-funded coping mechanism for the homeless (yes, really). Oregon jumps into the mix with a name change that makes “physician assistant” sound more like a business partner. Meanwhile, Tim deep-dives into the satisfying horror of sinus irrigation and pink jail cells, and May teaches us that even your paint color might be screwing with your brain.It's absurd. It's hilarious. It's a wild ride through medicine, mockery, and the madness we've all come to expect—and somehow, still can't believe.If you missed it the first time, welcome to the show. If you're back for round two… you already know what's coming. Buckle up.Our Advice!Everything in this podcast is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine and we are not providing medical advice. No Physician-patient relationship is formed and anything discussed in this podcast does not represent the views of our employers. The Fine Print!All opinions expressed by the hosts or  guests in this episode are solely their opinion and are not to be used as specific medical advice.  The hosts,  May and Tim Hindmarsh MD, BS Free MD LLC, or any affiliates thereof are not under any obligation to update or correct any information provided in this episode. The guest's statements and opinions are subject to change without notice.Thanks for joining us! You are the reason we are here.  If you have questions, reach out to us at doc@bsfreemd.com or find Tim and I on Facebook and IG.Please check out our every growing website as well at  bsfreemd.com (no www) GET SOCIAL WITH US!We're everywhere here: @bsfreemd 

Send us a textWhat if your medications are working against you?Jim Wallace, former CEO of DecisionRx and Author of "Precision Medicine: AI and the Science of Personalized Healthcare," joins CareTalk to expose the massive issue of medication misfires and how pharmacogenomics can help fix it.From his time at SpaceX to leading innovation in personalized medicine, Jim explains why your DNA holds the key to safer, more effective care—and why you might not want to wait for your doctor or insurer to catch up.

Allyson with a Y. Ocean with two Ls. And zero chill when it comes to changing the face of cancer care. Dr. Allyson Ocean has been quietly—loudly—at the center of every major cancer breakthrough, nonprofit board, and science-backed gut punch you didn't know you needed to hear. In this episode, she joins me in-studio for a conversation two decades in the making. We talk twin life, genetics, mitochondrial disease, and why she skipped the Doublemint Twins commercial but still ended up as one of the most recognizable forces in oncology. We cover her nonprofit hits, from Michael's Mission to Let's Win Pancreatic Cancer to launching the American Jewish Medical Association—yes, that's a thing now. We get personal about compassion in medicine, burnout, bad food science, and microplastics in your blood. She also drops the kind of wisdom only someone with her résumé and sarcasm can. It's raw. It's real. It's the kind of conversation we should've had 20 years ago—but better late than never.RELATED LINKS:– Dr. Allyson Ocean on LinkedIn– Let's Win Pancreatic Cancer– NovoCure Leadership Page– Michael's Mission– American Jewish Medical Association– The POLG Foundation– Cancer Buddy App (Bone Marrow and Cancer Foundation)– Dr. Ocean at OncLiveFEEDBACK:Like this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sponsored by Invivyd, Inc.Nobody wants to hear about COVID-19 anymore. Especially not cancer patients. But if you've got a suppressed immune system thanks to chemo, radiation, stem cell transplants—or any of the other alphabet soup in your chart—then no, it's not over. It never was. While everyone else is getting sweaty at music festivals, you're still dodging a virus that could knock you flat.In this episode, Matthew Zachary and Matt Toresco say the quiet part out loud: many immunocompromised people may not even know they have options beyond vaccines. Why? Because the system doesn't bother to tell them. So we're doing it instead. We teamed up with Invivyd to help get the word out about tools other than vaccines that can help prevent COVID-19. We break down the why, the what, and the WTF of COVID-19 risk for cancer patients and why every oncologist should be talking about this.No fear-mongering. No sugarcoating. Just two guys with mics who've been through it and want to make sure you don't get blindsided. It's fast, funny, and furious—with actual facts. You've got more power than you think. Time to use it.RELATED LINKSExpand Their OptionsInvivydMatt Toresco on LinkedInOut of Patients podcastFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textEmployers struggle with rising healthcare costs, and their usual approach is to work with a bevy of vendors, including insurers, provider networks, point solution providers, and HR supply chain vendors. But these vendors are awfully hard to optimize and costs seem to keep on climbing.In this episode of the HealthBiz Podcast, David Neikrug, CEO of Optimatum Solutions, joins host, David E. Williams, to explain how poor vendor management fuels rising employer healthcare costs and what to do about it.

Guest InformationJaya Pokuri - Co-founder, Bonfire AnalyticsVinay Nagaraj - Co-founder, Bonfire AnalyticsKey Topics DiscussedHealthcare data analytics and go-to-market strategyMachine learning applications in health tech salesProcessing prescription claims and medical dataMoving beyond volume-driven provider targetingHealthcare policy challenges and data accessCompanies and Products MentionedBonfire Analytics - Healthcare data analytics platformPoint Designs - Prosthetics device company (case study)Key Statistics3x increase in sales efficiency for Point DesignsFounded Bonfire Analytics in late 2022Target market: SMB to mid-market health tech companiesResourcesBonfire Analytics Website: https://www.bonfireanalytics.com/Using Provider Data to Sharpen Your GLP-1 GTM StrategyConnect with guests on LinkedIn: Jaya Pokuri and Vinay Nagaraj Product in Healthtech is community for healthtech product leaders, by product leaders. For more information, and to sign up for our free webinars, visit www.productinhealthtech.com.

EPISODE DESCRIPTIONLisa Shufro is the storyteller's storyteller. A musician turned innovation strategist, TEDMed curator, and unapologetic truth-teller, Lisa doesn't just craft narratives—she engineers constellations out of chaos. We go way back to the early TEDMed days, where she taught doctors, scientists, and technocrats how not to bore an audience to death. In this episode, we talk about how storytelling in healthcare has been weaponized, misunderstood, misused, and still holds the power to change lives—if done right. Lisa challenges the idea that storytelling should be persuasive and instead argues it should be connective. We get into AI, the myth of objectivity, musical scars, Richard Simmons, the Vegas healthcare experiment, and the real reason your startup pitch is still trash. If you've ever been told to “just tell your story,” this episode is the permission slip to do it your way. With a bow, not a violin.RELATED LINKSLisa Shufro's WebsiteLinkedInSuper Curious ArchiveEight Principles for Storytelling in InnovationStoryCorps InterviewCoursera Instructor ProfileWhatMatters ProjectFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Send us a textWhat if better care starts with more trust and understanding?In this episode of CareTalk, Violet CEO Gaurang Choksi joins John Driscoll to explore why care can't be one-size-fits-all and what happens when providers actually understand the identities and experiences of the people they treat. Drawing from his journey as a gay immigrant and early leader at Oscar Health, Gaurang shares how culturally competent care leads to stronger relationships and better outcomes for the patients who've long felt unseen.

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil discusses several pressing issues in California politics, including the recently passed 'One Big Beautiful Bill' and its implications for tax cuts and spending. He also delves into the controversy surrounding LA Mayor Karen Bass and her deletion of text messages during the LA wildfire crisis, highlighting the legal ramifications of such actions. Additionally, the podcast covers the financial strain of California's healthcare system for undocumented citizens and the potential for new taxes to support these initiatives. Phil emphasizes the importance of accountability and transparency in government, while also exploring the future of California politics and the challenges ahead for both parties.Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can't talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast, the most trusted podcast on all things California politics.Original air date  5.22.25Chapters00:00 Introduction to California Politics Podcast02:43 The One Big Beautiful Bill: Overview and Implications15:31 Karen Bass and the Text Message Controversy30:51 California's Healthcare for Undocumented Citizens: A Financial Crisis33:28 California's Budget Crisis and Political Accountability42:52 Healthcare Policy and Its Implications49:48 The Role of Taxes in California's Budget56:25 Democrats' Choice of How to Pass New Taxes01:00:55 Political Ammo for California Republicans?*The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.liveCheck out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground to get 10% off your orderFollow California Underground on Social Media  Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergoundTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/ 

What happens when you blend the soul of Mr. Rogers, the boldness of RuPaul, and just a pinch of Carrie Bradshaw? You get Sally Wolf.She's a Harvard and Stanford powerhouse who ditched corporate media to help people actually flourish at work and in life—because cancer kicked her ass and she kicked it back, with a pole dance routine on Netflix for good measure.In this episode, we unpack what it means to live (really live) with metastatic breast cancer. We talk about the toxic PR machine behind "pink ribbon" cancer, how the healthcare system gaslights survivors when treatment ends, and why spreadsheets and dance classes saved her sanity. Sally doesn't just survive. She rewrites the script, calls out the BS, and shows up in full color.If you've ever asked “Why me?”—or refused to—this one's for you.RELATED LINKS:Sally Wolf's WebsiteLinkedInInstagramCosmopolitan Essay: "What It's Like to Have the 'Good' Cancer"Oprah Daily Article: "Five Things I Wish Everyone Understood About My Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis"Allure Photo ShootThe Story of Our Trauma PodcastFEEDBACK:Like this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Friday, May 16th, 2025Today, the Supreme Court hears arguments on birthright citizenship and whether district judges can issue nationwide injunctions; turns out Kristi Noem wants her own plane too; Walmart announced it will start raising prices because of tariffs; Colorado air traffic controllers lost contact with planes for six minutes Monday; Missouri Republicans have repealed sick leave and wage law that voters approved just months before; RFK Jr wants to reverse Covid vaccine recommendations for kids; Tulsi Gabbard fires two top intelligence officials; the Trump administration is considering bans on abortion drugs after dropping their lawsuit; DOGE fixes some of its math by removing resurrected contracts from it's list of cancellations; and Pam Bondi sold a million in Trump stocks right before the tariffs were announced; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, BCDistilleryUse promo code DAILYBEANS at CBDistillery.com for 25% off your purchase.  Specific product availability depends on individual state regulations.Thank You, Fast Growing TreesGet 15% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/dailybeansThank you to our thousands and thousands of sustaining members, and please join us and support independent media at patreon.com/muellershewrote for as little as $3 a month.MSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueGuest: John FugelsangTell Me Everything — John FugelsangThe John Fugelsang PodcastSiriusXM ProgressJohn Fugelsang (@johnfugelsang.bsky.social) — BlueskyPre-order Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds by John FugelsangGuest: Jon ‘Bowzer' Bauman - Social Security WorksDNC Seniors Council@jonbowzerbauman - Bluesy; @JonBowzerBauman - twitterStories:Supreme Court justices appear divided in birthright citizenship arguments | NPRRFK Jr orders mifepristone review as anti-abortion groups push for ban | US news | The GuardianFed chief Jerome Powell warns that U.S. could face "supply shocks" | CBS NewsMissouri legislature repeals sick leave law that voters approved just months before | KCUR - Kansas City news and NPRTrump wants a new plane. Now, so does Homeland Security Secretary Noem. | The Washington PostPam Bondi Sold Trump Media Stock the Day Trump Announced Tariffs | ProPublicaColorado Air Traffic Control Facility Lost Contact With Some Pilots | The New York TimesGabbard fires leaders of intelligence group that wrote Venezuela assessment | The Washington PostDOGE Removes Dozens of Resurrected Contracts From Its List of Savings | The New York TimesGood Trouble: RFK Jr. eyes reversing CDC's Covid-19 vaccine recommendation for children - POLITICO - There is one week left to submit comments on RFK Jr trying to pull the covid vaccines from the list of recommended vaccines for children.Make your voices heard about KEEPING the vaccine on the list using this link: www.regulations.gov/commenton/FDA-2025-N-1146-0001Find Upcoming Demonstrations And Actions:50501 MovementJune 14th Nationwide Demonstrations - NoKings.orgIndivisible.orgShare your Good News or Good Trouble:dailybeanspod.com/goodFrom The Good NewsWorld Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development | United Nations]@catsonacouchhttps://www.facebook.com/amandaelizabethmarcotteRun For Somethingfriendsofbigbearvalley.orgFederal Register :: Rescinding the Definition of “Harm” Under the Endangered Species ActMenstruation Health Week | Beltrami HistoryReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote , Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote,Dana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Today on Health Lab, we're exploring Medicaid: What it is, what it does, and 10 things that U-M researchers have learned about Medicaid and its impact. Visit our website to read the full article.Episode TranscriptMore on Medicaid research from the University of Michigan Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation (IHPI):Research on Medicaid by U-M faculty who belong to IHPIIHPI's evaluation of Michigan's Medicaid expansionFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating nearly 14 years broadcasting on the internet. On Thursday's show, we discuss inappropriate materials in public schools, and the stalled legislative process in Tallahassee with Co-Founder of the Florida Citizens Alliance Pastor Rick Stevens. We visit with Cato Institute Director of Healthcare Policy … The post The Importance of the Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Case appeared first on Bob Harden Show.

9-9:30am Dennis Hull, Americans for Tax Reform, rejoins the show to update listeners on the federal tax bill renewal process and when Americans can expect more certainty on taxes 9:30-10am Representative Alissandra Murray (D-NH) informs listeners about New Hampshire's efforts to lower housing costs by putting partisanship aside and working together to make meaningful change and how Vermont should follow the same model 10-10:30am Honorable Timothy Egan, Professor at Northern Vermont University and Chair of the Board of the NH Cannabis Association, joins the program to discuss the potential impact of tariffs on the film industry and updates listeners on changes in cannabis policy 10:30-11am Sofia Hamilton, Policy Analyst for Americans for Prosperity, breaks through the noise in healthcare policy. What actually reduces prices and efforts to reform healthcare nationally. 

This week on CodeWACK! How is America doing on sexual and reproductive health nearly three years after the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade? What are the real-life human rights consequences of abortion bans now sweeping across many states? To unpack the fallout, we spoke with Jennie Wetter, Director of the rePROs Fight Back initiative at The Population Institute, where she champions sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice every day. Jennie also hosts the rePros Fight Back Podcast, offering deep dives into abortion access, birth control, sex ed, LGBTQ+ rights, and more. This is part one of a powerful two-part series with Jennie. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation at heal-ca.org/donate.   

Send us a textEntrepreneurs are addressing problems in US healthcare like access to primary care, but they need mentors and investors to scale up and make a real impact. Private equity has some bad connotations, especially in healthcare delivery. Why is that and what are investors doing to prove their worth?Ariez Dustoor, Partner at NB Group Investors, joins us to talk about what thoughtful, long-term health care investing actually looks like—from scaling prevention-first primary care to avoiding the pitfalls that have plagued bigger players.

ASHA's fingerprints are all over a sneaky new Texas bill—and the receipts are here. This episode exposes how ASHA is quietly pushing policies that keep SLPs trapped in their CCC web, fueling fear and gatekeeping in the profession.Dr. Jeanette Benigas, SLP, and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, break down Texas SB 905, revealing the hidden clause that inflates ASHA's influence (and profits) and perpetuates its gatekeeping at the state level. The discussion unpacks what's really at stake for SLPs nationwide and issues a clear call to action to fight back. Whether in Texas or any other state, listeners will learn why this bill matters—and why Fix SLP won't back down.Want to earn some PDHs or CEUs? Get affordable, expert-led continuing education with Med SLP Gap! Use code FixSLP for 10% off every course—every time.Use code FIXSLP10 for a $10 discount coupon off the Professional level subscription at Speech Therapy PD (and set up a FREE account to begin using the CU tracker while you are there).Learn from Jeanette on Medbridge and use code BENIGAS to get over $100 off. Want to lead or join your state team? Email your name and state to states@fixslp.com.Become a sustaining partner to support our work.Follow us on Instagram.Find all our information at fixslp.com and sign up for our email list to be alerted to new episodes and content.Email us at team@fixslp.com.Leave a message on our Minivan Meltdown line! ★ Support this podcast ★

BrainStorm wants to hear from you! Send us a text.in this episode of the "BrainStorm" by UsAgainstAlzheimer's, George Vradenburg, Co-founder and Chairman of UsAgainstAlzheimer's, and Russ Paulsen, the organization's Chief Operating Officer, discuss the impact of the Trump administration's policies on Alzheimer's research with host Meryl Comer. The conversation highlights the systematic dismantling of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other critical agencies, which threatens to undermine Alzheimer's research and public health. Vradenburg and Paulsen express concerns about the lack of transparency in the reorganization and the potential negative effects on drug reviews and approvals due to significant cuts at the FDA. They highlight the importance of protecting key programs that support seniors and the potential global impact of these policy changes. Despite the challenges, both Paulsen and Vradenburg are optimism about scientific advances in diagnosing and treating Alzheimer's, including the development of blood tests and new treatments. Hear the call to action for listeners to advocate for continued support for Alzheimer's research and to contact their members of Congress to ensure that funding remains a priority. This is a must listen episode!  This episode is sponsored by Genentech.Support the show

Send us a textHealth coaching is often overlooked in healthcare, but could it be the key to improving behavior change, supporting chronic care, and filling gaps left by clinical shortages? In this episode of CareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered., Eugene Borukhovich, COO & Co-Founder of YourCoach, joins John Driscoll to discuss why coaching is gaining traction, how YourCoach is helping scale it, and why embracing health coaches could be critical to building a stronger, more sustainable healthcare system.

In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo chats with attorney Maxwell McGhee to unpack this provocative question: Who are the “Medicaid Millionaires”? They dive into how wealthy individuals legally shield assets to qualify for government benefits meant for the needy—using savvy trusts, real estate loopholes, and strategic planning. Jack and Maxwell challenge the morality and legality of these tactics, exploring how the system gets gamed and what reforms could level the playing field. It's a sharp, eye-opening conversation about law, ethics, and the surprising ways wealth and welfare can intersect.   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Send us a textMedicaid spending is almost certain to get cut significantly under the emerging Congressional reconciliation bill. But what is Medicaid anyway and what will happen if spending drops?

In this bonus edition of Andrew and Jerry Save the World, Andrew kicks things off with a recent radio interview featuring co-host Jerry Rogers. The two dive into key healthcare and policy issues, including why tariffs on pharmaceuticals won't raise prices in the short term, the importance of fixing the "pill penalty" embedded in the Inflation Reduction Act, and how Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) continue to inflate drug costs. They also take on the growing push from some conservatives to restrict SNAP benefits in the name of nutrition—warning that it's a slippery slope toward surveillance and government overreach.Later in the episode, Andrew digs into the controversial Kilman-Abrego-Garcia case with guests Tim Head (Unified.US) and Will Chamberlain (Article III Project). They break down the facts, the legal realities of deportation policy, and whether Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen may have violated the Logan Act in his advocacy abroad. It's a wide-ranging, punchy episode that delivers facts, context, and a healthy dose of common sense.

Send us a textChronic pain affects more Americans than cancer, heart disease, and diabetes combined, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and poorly managed health conditions.In this episode of the CareTalk Podcast, John Driscoll sits down with Jennie Shulkin, Founder of Override Health, to discuss how her personal experience with chronic pain led to building a virtual, team-based care model that can revolutionize pain management as we know it.

John Maytham speaks with Kwena Manamela, General Secretary of the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa, about the glaring disparities in the country’s latest healthcare staffing plan. While the National Health Council has approved the recruitment of one thousand two hundred new doctors, only two hundred nurses have been given the green light for appointment. This decision has sparked outrage from nursing professionals across the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Healthy Project, host Corey Dion Lewis sits down with Brian Foster to explore how community health workers are transforming diabetes care—especially in underserved communities. Brian shares his personal journey with type 1 diabetes and his work with the American Diabetes Association. They discuss the connection between diabetes and heart disease, health equity, patient trust, and why community-based care is critical for improving outcomes.Topics: type 1 diabetes, diabetes education, community health workers, healthcare access, health equity, social determinants of health, American Diabetes Association, chronic disease management, public health policy, Black health equity, Healthy Project Podcast ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of DC EKG, host Joe Grogan speaks with Kelly Cleary, a partner at Akin Law, about her career in healthcare regulatory law and her experience at HHS. They discuss the recent repeal of the Richardson waiver, its historical significance, and implications for healthcare policy and regulation. The conversation also touches on the end of Chevron deference and its potential impact on agency regulations, as well as personal reflections on the value of government service in shaping legal practice.

Do you know your “remnant cholesterol”? It could be better than LDL for predicting your risk of having a heart attack or stroke; Vagal nerve stimulation for seizures—could adding a keto diet help? Exoskeletons that help runners, hikers, and cyclists have hit the consumer marketplace for recreational athletes; RFK Jr's HHS launches program to improve infant formulas; Insurers bilk taxpayers for billions by double-charging Medicaid.

CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a national nonprofit dedicated to creating an oral health care system that is accessible, equitable, and integrated. Learn more about how their advocacy, philanthropy, research, and education are creating a better oral health system at carequest.org/turnonthelights Curious about how we can fix the inefficiencies of the U.S. health care system and ensure better care for all? In this episode, Michael Chernew, the Leonard D. Schaeffer Professor of Health Care Policy at the Department of Health Care Policy at Harvard Medical School, discussed the challenges and reforms in the American health care system. He emphasized the concept of value-based insurance design, which aims to reduce cost-sharing for high-value services to ensure patients receive necessary care. Chernew highlighted the inefficiencies of the fee-for-service system and the importance of payment reforms, particularly within Medicare Advantage, to improve care quality and control costs. He also explained the complexities of the U.S. health care system, influenced by the balance between market forces and government regulation, leading to opaque pricing and administrative burdens. While acknowledging the potential lessons from other countries' health care systems, he noted that adopting foreign models directly may not work due to the unique economic and social landscape of the U.S. Tune in as Professor Michael Chernew unpacks innovative solutions, such as value-based insurance design and payment reforms, that could reshape the future of health care! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thursday, March 27th, 2025Today, Jeffrey Goldberg from the Atlantic has released the entire Signal chat except for the name of the CIA agent; the Republican Chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee Wicker and the ranking member Jack Reed have called for an investigation into the Signal chat; a Democrat has won a Pennsylvania State Senate seat for the first time in history; the Supreme Court has upheld Biden's ghost gun limits; an anti-vaxxer has been hired to head a study on vaccines; the Trump administration has responded to Judge Boasberg's order to show cause why they're not in contempt of court for refusing to turn the planes around; Judge Boasberg draws the American Oversight lawsuit against the cabinet members on the Signal chat; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Guest: Mark CubanCost Plus DrugsCost Plus Drugs for BusinessesMark Cuban (@mcuban.bsky.social) — BlueskyThank You, Naked WinesTo get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to nakedwines.com/DAILYBEANS and use code DAILYBEANS for both the code and password.Stories:Atlantic releases transcript of Trump team's Signal chat | The Washington PostVaccine skeptic hired to head federal study of immunizations and autism | The Washington PostDemocrat James Andrew Malone scores an upset win in a Pennsylvania Senate special election | WHTM ABC27Supreme Court Upholds Biden Administration's Limits on ‘Ghost Guns' | The New York TimesGood Trouble: Let's all call and remind our senators who voted for Pete Hegseth that they voted for an unqualified candidate with a questionable background. They put Americans' safety in the hands of an amateur who inexcusably invited a journalist to join an unsecured chat about a foreign military operation. Ask your members of congress to draw up articles of impeachment, and to call on Hegseth, Gabbard, and Ratcliffe to resign immediately. Contacting U.S. Senators | senate.govhttps://5calls.orgTrump and Musk are attempting an illegal power grab is a crisis we must stop. HandsOff2025.comTeslaTakedown — Join the March 29 GLOBAL DAY OF ACTIONFederal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/From The Good NewsLanugo | WikipediaCreation Entertainment's Salute to the Women of Sci-Fi:A Creation Charity Event Give me liberty or give me death! | WikipediaPasadena HumaneTennesseeWilliams.net - HAROLD AND ST. CLAUDETennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

In this episode of Nurse Converse, Rebeca Leon shares her experiences and insights from the Hispanic Health Policy Summit. She emphasizes the importance of advocacy in nursing, the role of media in amplifying nurses' voices, and the systemic issues affecting healthcare, particularly in Hispanic communities. The conversation covers various topics, including health disparities, obesity, prescription drug legislation, and the impact of climate change on health.  Don't miss this insightful conversation on how nurses can be powerful advocates for change in healthcare!>>How Nurses Are Shaping Healthcare Policy from the Front LinesJump Ahead to Listen:[01:19] Nurses Advocating for Change.[06:34] Nurses as essential storytellers.[10:10] Addressing obesity and healthcare disparities.[14:44] Healthcare equity for vulnerable patients.[22:12] Health care as a right.[24:11] Diversity, equity, and inclusion.[30:23] Nurses as advocates for change.[33:54] Nursing as a movement.Connect with Rebeca on Social Media:Instagram: @EnfermeraMami.RNFor more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

In this episode of the EMJ Podcast, Jonathan Sackier speaks with Rachel Rubin, a urologist and sexual medicine specialist, about the need for patient-centred care, the importance of multidisciplinary approaches, and breaking the stigma around sexual health. Rubin also shares insights into improving medical education and advancing healthcare policies to better support sexual medicine.  Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction  02:51 - Importance of patient-centred care in sexual medicine  06:05 - Benefits of a multidisciplinary approach to sexual health  11:45 - Gaps in sexual medicine education and training  15:20 - Addressing stigma in sexual health  23:21 - Reframing menopause in clinical practice  29:15 - Training in male and female sexual medicine  38:35 - Gender reassignment and gender-affirming care  47:45 - Three wishes for the future of sexual healthcare 

This week, we're sharing a special clip from a recent episode of a podcast we love, rePROs Fight Back, where Madeline Morcelle, Senior Attorney at the National Health Law Program, breaks down why Medicaid is essential to sexual and reproductive healthcare—and what's at stake with proposed funding cuts. Medicaid currently insures over 72 million people, covering critical reproductive health services like family planning, pregnancy-related care, and abortion (within Hyde Amendment exceptions). But with massive budget cuts on the table, millions of low-income individuals—especially Black, Indigenous, and other people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and young people—could see their access to care drastically reduced. Listen to the full episode Listen to rePROs Fight Back CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbTwitter: @sexedwithdb Threads: @sexedwithdbpodcast YouTube: Sex Ed with DB ROM-COM VOM SEASON 11 SPONSORS: Lion's Den, Uberlube, Magic Wand, & Arya. Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our newsletter for behind-the-scenes content and answers to your sexual health questions! FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. SEASON 11 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Producer: Sadie Lidji Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen Logo Design: Evie Plumb (@cliterallythebest)  

CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a national nonprofit dedicated to creating an oral health care system that is accessible, equitable, and integrated. Learn more about how their advocacy, philanthropy, research, and education are creating a better oral health system at carequest.org/turnonthelights The U.S. health care system is complex, costly, and often frustrating, but what if we could reimagine it to work better for everyone? In this episode, Andrea Ducas, Vice President of Health Policy at the Center for American Progress, shares how her personal experiences shaped her commitment to creating a more equitable system, criticizing the current model as overly complex, costly, and dependent on employment and insurance status. She explains the historical development of employer-based insurance and government programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act (ACA), highlighting CAP's role in shaping policy and advising lawmakers. CAP is currently focused on defending Medicaid from budget cuts while also exploring long-term reforms to simplify and improve health care access. Ducas emphasizes the importance of preparing bold, progressive policy solutions so they are ready for implementation when political opportunities arise. Tune in to learn about the challenges of health care policy, the fight to protect Medicaid, and bold ideas for a more equitable future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Trump administration has made no secret it intends to aggressively enforce immigration laws, made evident by the recent arrest of a Columbia University grad student and green card holder on Columbia's campus. Since the White House has repeatedly stated it intends to deport roughly all 12 million undocumented immigrants, this presents an immediate problem for healthcare providers who, in part, have legal and ethical obligations to all their patients. This is particularly true ironically for HHS-regulated Federal Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) who serve 32 million largely racial/ethnic minorities who, because they are largely poor and medically disenfranchised, are disproportionately in need of healthcare. One day after assuming office in January the acting Department of Homeland Security rescinded decades of prior policy that essentially stated the federal government would not take immigration enforcement action in “protected areas” that included healthcare facilities - and schools like Columbia University. Ms. Smith's most recent writing on the topic, “ICE in your Healthcare Facility? No Need to Freeze,” is at: https://www.dorseyhealthlaw.com/ice-in-your-healthcare-facility-no-need-to-freeze/. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thehealthcarepolicypodcast.com

In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker's Healthcare, joins the podcast to break down key healthcare developments under the new administration. She discusses potential Medicaid cuts, the "Make America Healthy Again" coalition, and renewed efforts on price transparency—offering insights on how these policies could impact hospitals, health systems, and patient care.

In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker's Healthcare, joins the podcast to break down key healthcare developments under the new administration. She discusses potential Medicaid cuts, the "Make America Healthy Again" coalition, and renewed efforts on price transparency—offering insights on how these policies could impact hospitals, health systems, and patient care.

Health Affairs' Jeff Byers invites Victor Dzau of the National Academy of Medicine to the program to discuss the 2025 Vital Directions paper package and what major takeaways could be found to inform the incoming administration for the future of health care.Join a live recording of A Health Podyssey on March 12 featuring Rob Lott and Yashaswini Singh discussing her recent paper on the effect of private equity on physician turnover.  Register for the live taping here.Related Links:Podcast: Don Berwick on How to Fix US Health Care (A Health Podyssey)Vital Directions for Health & Health Care: Priorities for 2025 Webinar (National Academy of Medicine)Vital Directions For Health And Health Care: Priorities For 2025 (Health Affairs)Updating US Public Health For Healthier Communities (Health Affairs)Artificial Intelligence In Health And Health Care: Priorities For Action (Health Affairs)

We're ​diving ​into ​the ​world ​of ​policy, ​legislation ​and ​regulation ​with ​Nick Blanck, MSN, CRNA, APN-Anesthesia, who is the Executive Director of Legislative Affairs in New Jersey. Along with guest host Tracy Castleman, DNP, CRNA, APN-A, FAANA, we're going to learn more about Nick's pivotal role in ensuring ​consistency ​and ​clarity ​in ​the ​ever-evolving ​landscape ​of ​healthcare ​policy ​in ​this ​state. His unique approach is shaping the CRNA industry in New Jersey and we want to find ways that states can implement similar models for improved advocacy. Here's some of what we discuss in this episode: Crafting the right message is all about having versatile, long-term, consistent messaging. What advantage does consistent visibility have with political advocacy? Why a CRNA and a lobbyist have driven his advocacy campaign? What are some of the biggest lessons he's learned from success? What does he envision for the future of the healthcare landscape for CRNAs in your region?   About our guest: Currently serving the New Jersey Association of Nurse Anesthetists and it members as the Executive Director of Legislative Affairs; and Chairman of their Government Relations Committee. In this capacity he tirelessly advances legislation aimed at removing restrictive barriers to profession of Nurse Anesthesiology. Nicholas spends a tremendous amount of time working with various stakeholder groups, both in New Jersey and across the county, aimed at building a consensus about how best to understand the overall value CRNA's have in healthcare markets. To decision makers and lawmakers in New Jersey, Nicholas is a well-established authority on the scope of practice of New Jersey CRNA's, and well as the regulatory and compliance processes surrounding these professionals.   Join our upcoming webinar ‘Navigating the 1099 CRNA Landscape in 2025: Insights and Strategies for Success' - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k3i11leGQFOwvixEHUS9Cg?utm_campaign=1099%20CRNA%20Institute&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_nw-WeZT9JBDErnfLekoQnV3lNLRwCdk2IDvoFeMTd90oHNdmqoXo-4nptpTScKkQT_ql6#/registration Visit us online: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ The 1099 CRNA Institute: https://aana.com/1099 Get the CE Certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf Help us grow by leaving a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-mask-innovation-opportunities-for-crnas/id1440309246 Donate to Our Heart Your Hands here: https://www.ourheartsyourhands.org/donate  Support Team Emma Kate: https://grouprev.com/haloswalk2024-shannon-shannon-brekken  

 In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker's Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to break down key developments in the payer world. They discuss CVS Health's stock surge, the impact of Medicaid policy changes, and UnitedHealth's aggressive reputation management.

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Indiana Representative Julie McGuire to explore the crucial role state lawmakers play in shaping healthcare policy. They discuss how everyday citizens can influence healthcare reform, the challenges of hospital pricing transparency, and the accountability of nonprofit hospitals.McGuire highlights the need for greater transparency in healthcare ownership and examines the growing impact of private equity on local medical practices. She also delves into key legislative efforts in Indiana, including regulating Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), increasing transparency in pharmaceutical pricing, and supporting independent medical practices.Throughout the conversation, they discuss the obstacles lawmakers face when passing healthcare reforms and why engaging with constituents is essential to creating real change. Tune in to learn how state-level initiatives can help improve healthcare affordability and accessibility.More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDocSubscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/More on Indiana State Representative Julie McGuireFollow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN

MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the deluge of healthcare news updates from the first few weeks of the second Trump presidency. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by

In this episode, Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, breaks down RFK Jr.’s confirmation, Dr. Oz's expected role at CMS, executive orders impacting healthcare, potential Medicaid cuts, and what investors and operators should be watching closely in this evolving landscape.

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