Best The Lazy Train Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 732 - Drug plans: how a poorly trained agent can cost you big bucks! 32:19

1h ago32:19

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If an agent does not or cannot perform a proper search for the best prescription drug plan, the insured may be forced to waste money all year. In the Medicare Advantage Minute, we learn that in some cases MA members have higher expectations. How top rated insurance companies respond to these expectations. Finally, we encourage victims of IRMAA to d…

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Ep. 739 - Murder in Manhattan: the health insurance biz ain't for sissies!! 34:07

2h ago34:07

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Tales of two mothers: One, age 96, has a daughter that fell victim to Medicare Advantage Zombies; she was duped into offering up her mother as a sacrificial lamb. The other was recently widowed with nobody but her insurance agent to guide her. Fortunately, each story has a happy ending. Finally, in the Medicare Advantage Minute, someone suggests th…

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Holiday Memories of South Florida 11:44

7h ago11:44

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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. The holidays in South Florida might be different than in other parts of the country but they are no less memorable. Join me as I recall the people places and events from those December traditions of yesteryear and today that warm our hearts. From driving around town to enjoy entire neighborhoods aglow wit…

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Ep 738 - Pearl Harbor Day: Last chance to pick a better drug plan for 2025! 30:48

1h ago30:48

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Wake up! Time is running out to select a better drug plan for next year. Did your ANOC predict unpleasant changes for the plan you have? In the Medicare Advantage Minute we learn about one health system's secret to Medicare Advantage success! Medicare enrollment period scams are plentiful this year, including a "smishing" expedition! Finally, enjoy…

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Paan spitting, car door rides, escalator challenges, and christmas light mishaps - ep. 222 37:32

4h ago37:32

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On this, the 222nd episode of the The Darwin Awards podcast, we discuss some of the awe-inspiring ways that people have recently eliminated themselves from the gene pool. These include a guy spitting from a bus, an influencer. riding on a car door, a man performing an escalator challenge, and a christmas lights mishap. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO DA…

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E354 | Am I Lazy Or Just Mentally Drained? 34:28

6h ago34:28

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Lazy. It's one of the most shameful things you can be. And it's largely a title or accusation we make of ourselves. Why do we so frequently feel utterly drained, craving time to unwind and escape reality? Is there a way to not just reclaim that time, but to structure our days more intentionally to prevent fatigue from building and spiraling into a …

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Ep. 737- BABYBOOMER.ORG - Our new home! (well, we have to share it!) 33:06

6h ago33:06

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Hello Baby Boomers, it's great to make your acquaintance! We are very happy to have been invited to join you on: BABYBOOMER.ORG. If anyone needs me, I'll be browsing all of the interesting content over on the very busy site at BABYBOOMER.ORG. In the Medicare Advantage Minute today, we take a peek into the future with an article entitled: "The Great…

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Ep. 736 - What about Plan B? ..or Plan N?...asks a prospective client. 34:23

6h ago34:23

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We deliver cogent reasons to Darrell, explaining that High Deductible Plan G is the greatest! Jim & Jill ask when it would be wise to consider changing Medicare supplement insurance companies. In an article headed by a photo of maniacally grinning ladies at the bowling alley, we get to hear some hints about looking for a new drug plan for next year…

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Ep. 735 - A bad omen for hospitals? Medicare Advantage growth, some say! 34:59

3h ago34:59

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A conservative podcaster's mother is suffering at home with substandard hospice care. Little Joe's Conservative Corner blames "the system" but I wonder if the real problem might be a substandard Medicare Advantage plan. If I find out, I will report back to the audience. Recently widowed Niki wants to know if she has any recommended insurance tasks,…

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Train Station Vol.32 mixed by Aidar (Sound healing version) 1:59:12

2h ago1:59:12

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There are some tracks that i save up for a special occasion like this, tracks which i would not play on the main dancefloor except for the afterhours morning set or a gig somewhere in the wild. And if i would dance to this music i would definitely do it with my eyes closed.By Aidar

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Ep. 734 - Told you so! High Deductible Plan G is the greatest! 30:22

11d ago30:22

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Minnesota client Michael is starting to regret purchasing expensive Plan G for maximum Medicare health insurance protection. As his long-suffering agent predicted. Michael is weary of paying for Cadillac insurance when HDG works so well for so much less! The Medicare Advantage Minute sees Independence BC/BS contending with "Election Anxiety" and us…

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E353 | What to Do If You Feel Like You're Stagnating 22:14

8h ago22:14

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Have you ever felt stuck or stagnant? That restless feeling like you’re spinning your wheels, going nowhere fast, yet knowing deep down that you need to break free. Stagnation isn’t just about a lack of progress; it’s a state of mind that can creep into any part of your life—your career, your relationships, or even your personal growth. But the goo…

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Ep. 733 - Multi-billion $$ scandal: Investigators allow malfeasance to continue. 32:57

1d ago32:57

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Medicare Advantage plans objected to the investigation of their massive overpayments, according to a report. The government just dropped the case without so much as a whimper. In other news, 2025 CPI-boosted changes to Medicare coverage were announced. They could have been worse! New Yorkers rejoice! Globe Life of NY announced 2025 rates, all of wh…

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Episode 65: EP 65. COLLAGEN - Injury, Recovery, Skin, Ligaments, Tendons and it naturally decreases from the late 20's. 18:18

2h ago18:18

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EP 65 Collagen - A big business for a reason. Muscle, Ligaments, Joints, Skin Preservation. Got your attention? This is a non negotiable in our view. My Physio got me onto it when I got injured. Have not looked back. A podcast about why collagen is important as we age, the benefits and understanding, the different types of collagen, including marin…

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Haulover Beach, Hollywood Beach and South Beach 13:56

2d ago13:56

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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. In this episode, Bill Monty takes you on a nostalgic journey through the beaches of South Florida, recounting unforgettable memories from Hollywood Beach, South Beach, and Haulover Beach. He reflects on the simple joys of childhood, like having the taste of salt water on your lips for the first time, hang…

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E352 | Q&A: How to Manage a Talented But Difficult Individual 29:26

2h ago29:26

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When they’re your best player or most productive employee, but ALSO the biggest thorn in your side. We’ve all been there and had to deal with the type. What do you do? This episode transcends the specific context of coaching a high school athlete to tackle a broader, universal challenge faced by leaders, managers, and professionals everywhere. Whet…

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Ep. 731 - A great day for Trump; many great days ahead for America! 31:25

2h ago31:25

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Our main article states "Election outcome could bring big changes to Medicare". Each candidate accuses the other of supporting actions that will cause suffering and damage to the Medicare program. Another article from the other side of the aisle: Trump's Whitehouse return poised to tangle healthcare safety net. The episode begins with a report on t…

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Ep. 730 - Are you sick of Medicare? Let's talk about Social Security! 33:55

18d ago33:55

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Listen to the end for some Social Security talk! We go through a series of Social Security myths assembled by AMAC.org. Also noteworthy: Humana settles a whistleblower suit claiming fraud in billing the government for drug plan administration. The settlement amount: $90,000,000. We have correspondence from clients. One is only worried about getting…

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Ep 729 - Which drug plan would you prefer: $1,500 or $0? How about your agent? 31:53

10h ago31:53

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If your agent doesn't know or doesn't care, you could wind up with a very expensive Part D prescription drug plan. Medicare Advantage Minute: 500,000 Americans are about to lose their plans in 2025. Perplexity.AI has some very nice things to say about Yours Truly as well as Medicare for the Lazy Man 2024! Finally, a valued client and man of the clo…

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Lambo Jumping, Car B**bing, Wedding Stabbing, and Firework Dares - ep. 221 36:25

2d ago36:25

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On this, the 221st episode of the The Darwin Awards podcast, we discuss some of the awe-inspiring ways that people have recently eliminated themselves from the gene pool. These include a guy who tried to jump over a lambo, someone who sabatoged their neighbor's car, a traditional wedding dance gone wrong, and a man sitting on fireworks. CLICK HERE …

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Ep. 728 - Why is Insulin becoming harder to obtain through Part D plans? 31:48

2d ago31:48

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Thanks to the government for squeezing insulin makers to give away their product below cost. Many plans are dropping one or more types. In the Medicare Advantage Minute, we hear that the battles between hospitals and insurance companies are predicted to grow. This episode's visit to the Medicare Wikipedia page will be the last! The subject for this…

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E351 | Kyle Holland: The Accountability Gap & Facing Uncomfortable Growth 1:20:30

3d ago1:20:30

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The knot in your stomach. That flush of unease when you know you’ve fallen short of your own standards. The only way to truly adapt and evolve is through real vulnerability—not the gentle, polished kind from TED talks, but the raw honesty that forces you to confront hard truths about yourself. This isn’t about stepping out of your comfort zone in a…

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Ep. 727 - Deadly diagnosis: what can or should be done about your insurance? 33:42

6d ago33:42

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The short answer: If you can't predict exactly what drugs you are likely to need, picking a better plan will be a shot in the dark. Switch to a more expensive Medicare supplement? That would likely be counterproductive: HDG premium savings offset the out-of-pocket costs and save big bucks during healthier times. Medicare Advantage Minute: hundreds …

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Ep. 726 - $0 or $1,510: which drug plan would your agent suggest? 32:48

22d ago32:48

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Those who don't know about Medicare for the Lazy Man can be duped. If the agent is new or not trained, he won't know how to properly search for the best drug plan for you. Medicare Advantage Minute: One plan in Missouri has been ordered by the government to stop enrolling new clients. Their infraction? Showing too much profit. Welcome to America! "…

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Lazy Grooves Vol.21 mixed by Aidar (October beach edition) 1:57:34

10d ago1:57:34

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One fine October weekend we got out to the lake to close the camping season. I took some silent disco headphones with me so my friends could enjoy music wherever they wanted to, we put my dj equipment on the beach and had a great time dancing and enjoying the nature around us. Music-wise the set got very eclectic, and so was the weather. One of the…

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E350 | The End of Year Goal Audit You Need 19:25

29d ago19:25

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Audit. It’s one of the most unsettling words in the English dictionary, carrying a connotation of fear and unease that makes people shy away from even the slightest hint of it But, like most intimidating things, an audit becomes far less daunting once you look at it more closely. One definition of an audit is simply “a systematic review or assessme…

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Ep. 725 - Premier US cancer center divorced from BC/BS TX networks! 32:25

25d ago32:25

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This might explain why Medicare Advantage plans are losing their support. More former supporters from each side of the aisle are wavering. The Wikipedia entry for Medicare makes the point that the public expresses more support for government programs that are universal than those that are means tested. MD Anderson, in Houston, has failed to come to…

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Episode 51: How to Create a Movement - Lessons from Climate Change Practitioners 55:36

1M ago55:36

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This episode centers on a discussion with Alex Pearson and a group of participants on building and sustaining meaningful communities and social movements. Alex shares insights on creating purpose-driven movements, drawing from examples such as climate action, Black Lives Matter, and mindfulness. Key points include: 1. Commitment to Purpose: A movem…

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Ep. 724 - Stand-alone dental insurance: the best option for Medicare participants! 31:13

1M ago31:13

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In the Medicare Advantage Minute segment, we learn that 23 health systems (as of the publishing date) are refusing to accept MA plans for reimbursement in 2025. The Wikipedia page about Medicare discusses the possibility and ramifications of reforming care for "Dual Eligibles", those who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. Finally, choosin…

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Ellis Rubin: The Psychobabble Lawyer 13:21

21d ago13:21

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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. On this episode of Tales From South Florida we look at attorney extraordinaire, Ellis Rubin, who for a time in the 70's through the 90's dominated the South Florida headlines with what one judge called "Psychobabble Defenses". From the Broward couple filming sex acts in their bedroom closet to the the tee…

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Ep 723 - "More Medicare Advantage trouble ahead" says CVS while bathing in red ink! 36:00

1M ago36:00

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More recently, CVS fired another CEO who they just finished paying $21,000,000. What's wrong with this picture? The Medicare page of Wikipedia describes the Federal government negotiating the prices of prescription drugs. In my opinion the government doesn't negotiate; they dictate! Toni (with an "i") advises a heart patient to dump COBRA ASAP and …

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Tales From South Florida Audio Promo 0:51

23d ago0:51

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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. Join us for all of the fun, history and stories that South Florida has to offer on the podcast Tales From South Florida. For more information or to listen, visit TalesFromSouthFlorida.com Support the show Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE! Share your Memories here: Send a voic…

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E349 | Overcoming the "I've Tried Everything" Mindset 23:11

1M ago23:11

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“I’M DONE.” It’s one of the most frustrating feelings in the world. You’ve tried everything to fix things but just can’t get through to someone. You keep hitting the wall over and over. But what if there’s a way to revisit the problem, to approach it from a different angle, and open their minds (and ours) to new possibilities? In this compact episo…

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Ep 722 - $3000 annual savings after a scientific search for the best Part D plan. 33:36

1M ago33:36

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Many new, naive agents have not been taught the scientific way to save clients a great deal of money by choosing the best Part D drug plan! Medicare Advantage Minute: "Where health systems are going wrong with MA" turns out to be a promotion of the basic, very silly theories behind HMO plans. Wikipedia's Medicare page explores the projected savings…

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Ep. 721 - Advantage plans even harder to collect from, hospital execs say! 36:57

1M ago36:57

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A recent survey of health system CFOs revealed that it is becoming even more difficult to collect reimbursement payments due from patients insured by Medicare Advantage plans. Wikipedia page "Medicare" explores several ideas for procedures that might reduce the burden Medicare places on the US treasury. One of the theories is called the "Premium Su…

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Ep. 720 - Medicare for the Lazy Man again in 2025? You bet your booties, Granny! 33:43

1M ago33:43

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Jones family trips had plenty of room for improvement! Headline encountered in the Medicare Advantage Minute: MA Plans Propose Cuts While Continuing to Maximize Overpayments! The Wikipedia page for Medicare details some of the changes in the program wrought by Obamacare. Tom wrote to ask if there would be an MLM 2025 edition. When he was assured th…

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Sandal Saving, Grate Lifting, Trunk Riding, and Sloth Attacks - ep. 220 43:09

23d ago43:09

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On this, the 220th episode of the The Darwin Awards podcast, we discuss some of the awe-inspiring ways that people have recently eliminated themselves from the gene pool. These include a guy who jumped in a river of death, some guys making a reel, someone riding on the trunk of a car, and a sloth bear attack. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO DARWIN AWARD…

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E348 | Tex McQuilkin: Strategies for Dealing with Poor Coaching and Feedback in Sport 1:07:18

1M ago1:07:18

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Empty Coaching. Words and phrases that lack teeth. “Good job! You’re getting there! I like that.” “We’ve got to get better. C’mon, step it up. That’s not what I’m looking for.” We’ve all been guilty of letting these clichés fly out of our mouths at one point or another. But do they actually help inspire change or simply fill the silence? In today’s…

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Ep. 719 - Medicare Advantage members feel TRAPPED! - according to a study. 34:21

2M ago34:21

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After a short time in MA, almost all of those desiring to escape to Medicare with a supplement must show evidence of good health. If they cannot satisfy the underwriters, they cannot enjoy the freedom of traditional Medicare with a supplement. An esteemed client in Colorado insisted on purchasing Plan G when I advised him to opt for HDG. His Plan G…

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What Happens During Mental Training? 3:59

1M ago3:59

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Welcome to the Sports Psychology Podcast by Dr. Patrick Coach of Peak Performance Sports. Dr. Cohn and Georgia Miller, CMPC discuss the challenges sports parents face with young athletes and how to make sports a better experience. Learn how to spot mental game challenges in athletes, what to say before and after games, and how to improve communicat…

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Ep.718 - Drug plan search results: WellCare at $0 for the year or..... $1760??? 36:30

2M ago36:30

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If your agent doesn't perform a scientific search for the best Part D drug plan for you, don't believe his recommendations! Wellcare plan cost $0 while a Humana plan cost $1,760! Same guy, same generic drug, same little town in Missouri produced dramatically different results: In the Medicare Advantage Minute, some insurance companies say they are …

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Ep. 717 - DARA: Your $4 HDG increase was 12.9%/In Washington it was 0% 35:05

2M ago35:05

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In the Medicare Advantage Minute we learn about a survey: 50% do not know the difference between original Medicare and MA plans. Wikipedia page on "Medicare" addresses legislation and reforms. Next we present a couple of sad stories illustrating the fact that, while the VA can be a valuable health resource, veterans should not avoid enrolling in Me…

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Ep. 716 Expensive medications? Listen for special sources that may help! 35:29

2M ago35:29

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Medicare Advantage Minute article: Changing to a Medicate Advantage plan can be stressful! Medicare Wikipedia page: Hospital accreditation and where the cost of residency training comes from. Finally, enjoy some interesting correspondence and questions submitted by prospects and actual clients. Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com (Most severe critic:…

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Train TikToking, 8 Hour Woman Makover, Lazy Zoo Keepers and Subway Streamers 38:40

1M ago38:40

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On this, the 218th episode of the The Darwin Awards podcast, we discuss some of the awe-inspiring ways that people have recently eliminated themselves from the gene pool. These include A guy on a Train TikToking, A Woman with a Surgery Addiction, A showoff zoo Keeper, and a Woman Streaming in a Subway Station. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO DARWIN AWAR…

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Aidar @ Kumano 11.10.2024 1:54:39

2M ago1:54:39

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Had a great time playing a 2-hour set in Kumano a year laterBy Aidar

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E347 | Dr. Emma Hite: Managing Motherhood, Expectations and Life Transitions 1:06:32

2M ago1:06:32

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Our lives are not the movies. When sudden, unpredictable events like family hardships or natural disasters strike, it can feel like we’re living in one. But more often, the changes in our stories are subtle. The turmoil is internal, and we’re left to wrestle with our challenges quietly, on our own. Today’s guest is no stranger to this real-life pus…

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Ep. 715 - Prescription Drug Plans: pick the absolute best one for you - DIY! 39:31

2M ago39:31

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The entire episode is a discussion of the process for selecting the best Part D prescription drug plan (PDP) for you. Master this skill without any annoying insurance agents pestering you. Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com (Most severe critic: A+) Inspired by: "MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2024; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to…

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Ep. 714 - MA prior authorization rules impose barriers & delays in needed treatment! 35:45

2M ago35:45

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Medicare Advantage Minute consists of an article decrying the increase in prior authorization denials. Of 46 million prior authorization requests, over 3 million (7+%) were denied in 2022. "Medicare" on the Wikipedia page discusses criticisms of Medicare and the principles behind having participants of various ages contribute to the cost of the pro…

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Ep. 713 - Bob has a million questions about his upcoming Medicare enrollment! 32:58

2M ago32:58

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Medicare Advantage Minute: Prior authorization denials have been more numerous in recent years. Only 10% of those denials are formally appealed but of that number, 83% are reversed. According to Wikipedia, only 5% of Medicare claims are audited so there is plenty of opportunity for fraud, waste and abuse. Finally, Bob from Arizona will be turning 6…

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E346 | The Cost of Silence and Not Putting Yourself Out There 31:22

2M ago31:22

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We’ve all heard the motivational phrase, “Failure isn’t an option.” It sounds inspiring, but is it really true? Failure, in reality, is an option—often chosen in the form of inaction, silence, or the unwillingness to engage. How many times have you held back an idea, avoided speaking up, or let a moment pass because of the fear of judgment? Playing…

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