Best EKG Podcasts (2024)

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Justin Shubow on the Politics of Architecture and How to Make America Beautiful Again 55:22

2d ago55:22

55:22

In this conversation, Joe Grogan and Justin Schubow discuss the recent World War I Memorial in Washington, D.C., exploring its artistic significance, contrasting it with other memorials, and examining the broader implications of architectural design in the city. Schubow emphasizes the importance of classical architecture and critiques modernist des…

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Ge Bai on the IRA, CBO Insights, and Long-Term Care Financial Burdens 41:03

15d ago41:03

41:03

In this conversation, Joe Grogan and Ge Bai discuss the complexities of healthcare finance, focusing on the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its implications for drug pricing and Medicare. They delve into the role of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) in estimating the financial impacts of healthcare policies, highlighting the discrepancies bet…

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Economist Casey Mulligan on How Democrats Secretly Gutted Medicare 52:03

30d ago52:03

52:03

In this episode of DCEKG, hosts Eric Ueland and Joe Grogan engage with economist Casey Mulligan to dissect the implications of the Inflation Reduction Act, the dynamics of Medicare Advantage, and the challenges posed by regulatory overreach. They explore the shortcomings of the Congressional Budget Office in accurately scoring healthcare legislatio…

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Examining the Impoundment Act and Its Impact on Budget Control with Mark Paoletta 55:54

1M ago55:54

55:54

In this episode of DC EKG, we sit down with Mark Paoletta, a Partner at Schaerr Jaffe LLP and Senior Fellow at the Center for Renewing America. Paoletta takes a deep dive into the concept of impoundment—the presidential power to refuse to spend funds allocated by Congress. Drawing from historical examples, Paoletta critiques the Impoundment Control…

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How Pharmacists Can Revolutionize Healthcare with Tim Frost 55:35

1M ago55:35

55:35

In this episode of DC EKG, Tim Frost, Founder and President of 50 Elixir and Senior Fellow at the Cicero Institute, delves into the intersection of healthcare and policy, with a specific focus on the evolving role of pharmacists. Tim highlights the need for healthcare deregulation to spur innovation and improve patient care, particularly in light o…

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Calley Means on Trump, RFK Jr. and the Path to Making America Healthy Again 56:42

2M ago56:42

56:42

Callie Means, CEO of TruMed and co-author of the book Good Energy, discusses the partnership between RFK Jr. and Donald Trump in addressing childhood chronic disease. Means explains how he saw an alignment between Trump and RFK Jr. in their concern for childhood chronic disease and decided to bring them together. He emphasizes the need to address t…

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Yuval Levin on How the Constitution Can Heal a Divided Nation 57:25

2M ago57:25

57:25

In this riveting episode of DC EKG, we sit down with Yuval Levin, a leading voice in American constitutional thought and the author of the newly released book, American Covenant: How the Constitution Unified Our Nation and Could Again. Levin delves deep into the origins and evolution of the U.S. Constitution, offering a fresh perspective on its rol…

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Unveiling National Security Failures: Victoria Coates on Arab-Israeli Relations and Global Geopolitics [DC EKG Rerun] 54:14

3M ago54:14

54:14

In this special DC EKG rerun, Victoria Coates—former advisor to Defense Secretary Don Rumsfeld and coauthor of his memoir Known and Unknown—delivers a critical analysis of the 10/7 terrorist attacks and their impact on Arab-Israeli relations, a dynamic she helped shape during her tenure as Deputy National Security Advisor under President Trump. Coa…

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Dr. Joel Zinberg on Telehealth, AI, and Healthcare Reform – Insights from a Surgeon and Lawyer 55:36

3M ago55:36

55:36

Join host Joe Grogan as he chats with Dr. Joel Zinberg, a senior fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, in this insightful episode. Dr. Zinberg brings a unique perspective with his dual background in medicine and law. He shares his fascinating journey of pursuing both an MD and JD simultaneously, and how he balanced the demands of a surgic…

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Why Government Often Makes the Wrong Decisions with Jonathan Wolfson 50:40

3M ago50:40

50:40

Hosts Joe and Eric chat with Jonathan Wolfson about his policymaking career, focusing on deregulation and workforce development at the Labor Department. They discuss government decision-making challenges and the Cicero Institute's entrepreneurial policy solutions. One notable proposal addresses the U.S. doctor shortage by allowing foreign-trained d…

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Joe Grogan & Eric Ueland on Social Media’s Reaction to Attempted Assassination on Trump + RNC Highlights 50:44

3M ago50:44

50:44

In this riveting episode, hosts Joe and Eric dive into two major political events shaping America's current landscape: the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and key takeaways from the Republican National Convention. Join us for in-depth analysis, expert opinions, and the hosts' reactions to these significant developments…

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What Biden's Debate Means for His Candidacy & a Historic UK Political Shakeup: Joe & Eric React 29:33

4M ago29:33

29:33

In this insightful episode, Joe and Eric begin by delving into the recent historic shakeup in UK politics. They dissect the reasons behind Labour's significant win and the surprising success of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party. The discussion then shifts to the aftermath of the first presidential debate in the US. Joe and Eric analyze its implication…

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Men Without Meaning: Brenda Hafera on the Crisis Facing Boys in America 51:14

4M ago51:14

51:14

In this episode, hosts Joe and Eric discuss Brenda Hafera's impactful report, "Men Without Meaning: The Harmful Effects of Expressive Individualism," from The Heritage Foundation. The report examines the crisis facing American boys and men across mental, physical, economic, academic, and spiritual dimensions. Hafera critiques welfare policies for t…

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Jackson Hammond on the Exploding Costs of U.S. Health Care: Analyzing the 2023 CMS NHE Report 52:02

4M ago52:02

52:02

In this episode of DC EKG, hosts Joe Grogan and Eric Ueland welcome Jackson Hammond, a Senior Policy Analyst at Paragon Health Institute, to explore the future of U.S. health spending. Jackson provides a detailed analysis of the CMS National Health Expenditure report, discussing the projected $7.7 trillion spending by 2032, current expenditure tren…

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Why California's Free Healthcare for Illegal Immigrants Spells Trouble with Sally Pipes 52:15

5M ago52:15

52:15

In this episode of DC EKG, hosts Joe Grogan and Eric Ueland sit down with Sally Pipes, the President and CEO of the Pacific Research Institute, to discuss California's decision to provide free healthcare to illegal immigrants and its implications for taxpayers and the healthcare system. Throughout the discussion, Sally delves into the challenges of…

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Lessons from the Covid Years with Dr. Kevin Bardosh 49:31

5M ago49:31

49:31

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kevin Bardosh to explore the profound impacts of COVID-19 policies on society. From the harms of social distancing and lockdowns to the ethical dilemmas posed by vaccine mandates, Dr. Bardosh provides a comprehensive analysis of the balance between individual rights and public health needs. We also delve into t…

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Dr. Jay Bhattacharya: The War on Academic & Scientific Freedom (Flashback Episode) 1:10:44

5M ago1:10:44

1:10:44

In a special DC EKG flashback episode, we're revisiting one of our favorite conversations with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of Stanford's Center for Demography and Economics of Health and Aging. Jay tells the sad and painful story of how the government, big tech, and academia conspired to suppress voices. Blacklisting at Twitter, ruined caree…

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Dr. Marty Makary on What Medicine Gets Wrong & How it Impacts Our Health 47:54

5M ago47:54

47:54

In this episode of DC EKG, Dr. Marty Makary uncovers the alarming truth behind some of modern medicine's most significant blunders, revealing how medical groupthink has caused widespread harm. From the surge in peanut allergies due to misguided recommendations to the dire consequences of opioid misinformation, he exposes the hubris of the medical e…

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The Economics of Ozempic & Other Weight Loss Drugs: A Deep Dive with Ben Ippolito 45:36

5M ago45:36

45:36

Join hosts Joe Grogan and Eric Ueland on DC EKG as they delve into the complexities of health economics in America with special guest Ben Ippolito. In this episode, they explore the skyrocketing prices of GLP-1 weight loss drugs and discuss the potential for Medicare coverage. Ben Ippolito sheds light on the current prohibition against Medicare cov…

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Exploring Health Savings Accounts with John C. Goodman 35:52

6M ago35:52

35:52

In this episode of DC EKG, hosts Joe Grogan and Eric Ueland sit down with John C. Goodman, renowned as the "father of the health savings account" by The Wall Street Journal. As the President of the Goodman Institute for Public Policy Research and a Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute, Goodman sheds light on the transformative power of Health…

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Ivy-League Anti-Semitism with Tevy Troy 56:04

6M ago56:04

56:04

In this episode of DC EKG, former United States Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services, Tevy Troy, delves into the troubling rise of anti-Semitic and anti-American protests on college campuses. With a keen eye on historical context, Troy offers invaluable insights into the roots of these movements and their implications for the future. Addit…

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Dr. Brian Miller On How AI Can Save Healthcare 49:43

6M ago49:43

49:43

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brian Miller, a Family Medicine Physician and Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins University, to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in addressing burnout within the healthcare industry and streamlining administrative processes. Dr. Miller highlights the regulatory burdens acro…

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Eric Ueland Deciphers AI Healthcare Policy Questions... Generated by AI! 20:39

6M ago20:39

20:39

In this episode of DC EKG, Eric Ueland addresses questions crafted by AI regarding the integration of AI in healthcare, sparked by Nvidia and Hippocratic AI's partnership in developing empathetic health agents. Delving into ethical and regulatory considerations, Eric examines the implications of AI's role in healthcare staffing, patient care, and t…

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The EYE OPENING Reality Of Accessing Life-Changing Medications & FDA Bureaucratic Battles With Judy Stecker 1:03:07

7M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

In this episode of DC EKG, former HHS policy staffer now activist Judy Stecker shares her deeply personal journey advocating for her son Wheeler, who suffers from a rare genetic disease. Peeling back the layers of FDA bureaucracy, Judy exposes the rigid, bureaucratic structure that obstructs access to life-changing medications. We discuss the strin…

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Jeremy Weber on statistics and public policy 54:36

7M ago54:36

54:36

Economist and author Jeremy Weber explains to Joe and Eric how numbers and policy aides can avoid mistakes of their academic training. Former lead economist for White House's Council of Economic Advisors writes the must-read book all econ and policy aides to policymakers: Statistics for Public Policy: A Practical Guide to Being Mostly Right (or at …

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Inside New York's health care politics and policy, part two. 40:12

7M ago40:12

40:12

2020 memoir, honorary Emmy and a scrubbing of deadly nursing home death data all added up to an epic undoing of the New York governor. Scarce Covid tests for his family, public resources used for his book, and mounting sexual harassment allegations all tip the scales against the bullying and ambitious Andrew Cuomo. Joe and Eric divine the facts aro…

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Part One of a Two part Intererview with Bill Hammond of the Empire Center and a journalist of 30 years about health care and Albany politics 51:52

7M ago51:52

51:52

Bill shares his deep, first hand knowledge of America’s second largest Medicaid program. The current governor has departed from the historic efforts to rein in the always bloating health system to runaway growth in the program. This episode sets up the second part of this interview, the rise and fall of then governor Andrew Cuomo. Nursing home deat…

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Healthcare Budget Dissected with Greg D’Angelo 48:53

8M ago48:53

48:53

Joe and Eric geek out over budget and reconciliation details with their guest, Greg D’Angelo; this trifecta of budget experts talk over the $1.8 trillion HHS proposal. If you caught the administration’s Federal Budget news last week, you don’t want to miss these “deep tracks:” HHS delivers their “QFRs” more than a year late (imagine what “single pa…

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DC EKG interviews former deputy "Drug Czar" Art Kleinschmidt, 2024 44:30

8M ago44:30

44:30

Eric and Joe invited Art Kleinschmidt back to the program for his expert viewpoint. Art, who after his own recovery, was awarded several advanced degrees, established a clinical practice, and served as the deputy United States “drug czar”, assessed the current opioid crisis. He shares how overdoses under the previous administration were reduced, wh…

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2024 State of the Union Address: Immigration, Inflation, and Israel, Oh My! 47:46

8M ago47:46

47:46

Joe and Eric offer their unique insight into what does into the address, a breakdown of the issues you can expect to hear about, and even a few takes on what the White House’s staff may work into the remarks to help their own job searches. Thoughts about how gallery guests are used to illustrate points, ideas about how they will pull off the “breat…

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Report from Medicaid's Front Lines: Discussion with a Fmr State Director of Human Services, Chris Jones 56:22

8M ago56:22

56:22

Chris Jones talks with Joe and Eric about the team Gov. Doug Burgum built, the stories of overcoming bureaucracy, and achieving better outcomes for beneficiaries and taxpayers alike. Currently with the think tank Cicero Institute, Chris is sharing how one state was able to deflate cost AND improve health.…

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+Health Care Time Bomb: How IRA price controls guarantee shortages, fewer innovations 46:07

9M ago46:07

46:07

Ge Bai, born and raised in China but a US resident for two decades, applies her Michigan State phD in accounting and time at Johns Hopkins to the American health care landscape in a riveting discussion with Joe and Eric. Ge exposes the exploitation of taxpayers by the so-called non-profit hospital system, explores market and policy failures promisi…

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DC EKG Revisits: Art Kleinschmidt Part 3 20:08

9M ago20:08

20:08

In the third episode of this three-part discussion, Art shares details on his latest effort to help improve substance abuse treatment in the US. He began a nonprofit called the “Recovery Now” foundation. They also review current public policies branded as “harm reduction.” During this administration these measures are normalizing dependency and dru…

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DC EKG Revisits: Art Kleinschmidt Part 2 16:46

9M ago16:46

16:46

In the second part of their three-part discussion, the discussion begins with what Art saw on his trip (August of 2022) to the southern border. Art shares how drug cartels monitor and control the border, use migrants who can’t afford the $6000 fee coyotes charge to smuggle them across the US, and the sophisticated tactics the cartels use to evade U…

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DC EKG Revisits: Art Kleinschmidt Part 1 17:36

9M ago17:36

17:36

This episode tackles one of the most important public policy issues facing the US today. Joe and Eric hold a three-part discussion with their guest Art Kleinschmidt, where they review the current opioid crisis, discuss what public policy and recovery look like, and explore Art’s story of how he lived as a recovering user himself. The following thre…

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Medicaid misinformation abounds. Fiscal discipline, not so much. 46:34

9M ago46:34

46:34

Take a listen to the federal takeover efforts of state Medicaid policy from Minnesota-based policy expert Peter Nelson. Peter is a senior policy fellow at the Center for the American Experiment, based in the Twin Cities, Federalization, attacks on "too much" choice, and state golden handcuffs of continuous coverage requirements leading too many peo…

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DC EKG Revisits: Charley Hooper Part 3 23:12

10M ago23:12

23:12

Joe and Eric continue their discussion with Charley. The conversation explores how drugmakers approach the market and fund new research. They highlight the explicit ways the IRA will undermine the delicate development process for life prolonging and life saving drugs. *This episode aired October 2022*…

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DC EKG Revisits: Charley Hooper Part 2 18:41

10M ago18:41

18:41

Joe and Eric continue their discussion with Charley. The conversation explores how drugmakers approach the market and fund new research. They highlight the explicit ways the IRA will undermine the delicate development process for life prolonging and life saving drugs. *This episode aired October 2022*…

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‘Forecast 24:’ DC EKG previews the year ahead 40:48

11M ago40:48

40:48

Joe and Eric drop invaluable deep takes on how the world will shape up in 2024. From healthcare, to to the elections, to policy, problems, and politics of ‘24 … are all right here. Healthcare fights; possible “curve ball” disruptions; Republican todos January 21, 2025; Biden second term; congressional election prediction. Plus more on our final pro…

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AI: DC Policymakers Face a Crossroads 47:05

11M ago47:05

47:05

Hosts Joe Grogan and Eric Ueland explore the paths forward for policymakers grappling with the limitless possibilities of AI. They are joined by prolific author and 30+ year veteran of Washington’s approach to technology, innovation, and public policy, Adam Thierer. They discuss how global regulators have helped—or harmed—human progress and America…

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DC EKG: Medicare Advantage with Lisa Grabert 51:25

11M ago51:25

51:25

Designed to give seniors more options, the Congress designed MA is ways that be working too well. Highly informative discussion about the wonky details of Medicare, its trust fund, and why MA is in so many cross hairs.By Evergreen Podcasts | Big Whig Media

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DC EKG Revisits: Charley Hooper Part 1 18:36

11M ago18:36

18:36

Joe and Eric speak with Charley Hooper, author of the book Should the FDA Reject Itself? Part one of their discussion explores the likely impact of the Inflation Reduction Act and its drug pricing provisions, which include: overall drug production, the total impact on inflation, as well as the irony of prices actually going up as a result. *Episode…

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DC EKG talks to former Judge Katie Sullivan 56:37

12M ago56:37

56:37

Former Judge Sullivan walks us through her 11 years on the bench and what works for people who struggle with addiction. From presiding over local “problem solving court” to her own experience being in recovery herself for 20+ years, her time in the department of justice in Washington, she helps explain why the hopelessness of addiction is made wors…

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DC EKG: Talks about the 100 year life 58:14

12M ago58:14

58:14

Longer human life doesn’t have to be the gloomy picture demographers have portrayed. Humans have diminished most early childhood diseases, and many middle aged fatalities. We need to live, learn, and work smarter for a longer period of time. We should look at the increasing lifespan as a longer middle age and plan for it. Andrew Scott takes us thro…

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DC EKG: Talks w/ Building and design expert Justin Shubow 56:10

12M ago56:10

56:10

Justin Shubow joins Eric and Joe to share insights and history of the best, worst, and most brutal of government buildings and monuments.By Evergreen Podcasts | Big Whig Media

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DC EKG: Energy and regulation with Mike McKenna 50:30

1y ago50:30

50:30

This week’s program hosts a raw, unpacking of hard truths about: the SPR, nuclear opponents within the NRC, and the conflict between China hawks vs green energy advocates. Join Eric and Joe for their discussion with energy strategist, Mike McKenna for unvarnished jolt of reality.By Evergreen Podcasts | Big Whig Media

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DC EKG National Security expert, Victoria Coates 53:30

1y ago53:30

53:30

Former advisor to former Defense Secretary Don Rumsfeld and coauthor of his book, Known and Unknown. Victoria shares her insights about the 10/7 terrorist attackers and the impact on Arab-Israeli relations. Relations which she played a role in advancing during her time on the Trump White House working as the deputy national seocurity adviser. She e…

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DC EKG: Joe and Eric on Speaker chaos 34:04

1y ago34:04

34:04

Joe gets Eric to provide a tutorial on what is really going on in the House. Don’t miss this discussion around the speaker pro tem, the legislation on hold, and how we got here. Note: congressman Steve Scalise was shot during a practice for a congressional baseball game. It was incorrectly mentioned as “softball”.…

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DC EKG: Talks with the fmr head of Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bill Beach 56:20

1y ago56:20

56:20

By Evergreen Podcasts | Big Whig Media

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DC EKG Revisits: Mark Paoletta Part 3 21:24

1y ago21:24

21:24

This episode explores the enormous historical figure that is Justice Clarence Thomas. Insights on his story are detailed in a discussion about the book Mark co-wrote/edited, Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words, which discusses Justice Thomas’s early life surviving the deepest of challenges of poverty. We also explored Justice Thomas’s e…

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