Best Medicaid Asset Protection Podcasts (2025)

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Medicaid and Long-Term Care Planning: Protecting Assets from Nursing Home Costs 11:24

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Rose Harper, a leading attorney at Rose Harper Law, delves into the intricacies of Medicaid and long term care planning. She clarifies the disparities between Medicaid and Medicare coverage for long term care, outlines the services Medicaid can offer, and sheds light on common misconceptions surrounding asset prote…

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The Future of Healthcare Payments: CMS Chief of Staff Stephanie Carlton 26:53

4d ago26:53

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A labor and delivery nurse who ran Senate healthcare policy now manages $1.7 trillion in federal health spending—and she runs her team like a startup. Steph Carlton, Chief of Staff and Deputy Administrator at CMS, reveals the OKRs driving Medicare and Medicaid, why they're killing social determinants funding while building consumer health apps at s…

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Estate Planning Myths Exposed 44:09

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In this eye-opening episode of the Smart Legacy Podcast, attorneys Glenn Stockton and Sophia Kandt tackle the most common and dangerous myths about estate planning, from the belief that "wills avoid probate" to the misconception that estate planning is only for the wealthy. Drawing from years of real-world experience, they explain why relying on Go…

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Maryland State Senator Will Smith - The Forgotten Graves of Black Youth in Cheltenham 16:56

8d ago16:56

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Maryland State Senator Will Smith enlightens us about past history of forgotten black youth in Maryland's juvenile centers. Much history is shared about the age of deceased youth who were placed in unmarked graves. Some descendants have been found. And new legislation is in the works. State Senator Smith chairs the Senate Judicial Proceedings Commi…

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How to Build This Generation's Big Pharma Company 41:04

11d ago41:04

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Drug discovery has doubled the flow of candidates, but approvals remain roughly flat. The constraint is development, not discovery. In this episode, a16z General Partner, Jorge Conde talks with Formation Bio cofounder and CEO Ben Liu about building a modern pharma company around clinical execution. They discuss Formation Bio’s hub-and-spoke model f…

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CVS Health: Building Healthcare’s Consumer Platform 27:53

18d ago27:53

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Josh Weiner left Meta to return to CVS Health with two painful realizations: consumers don't manage their health—they expect it, and the healthcare market fundamentally violates every principle of economics. In this conversation with a16z's Julie Yoo, the CVS Senior VP explains why 50% of Americans can't afford a healthcare emergency, how CVS is be…

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Dyno Therapeutics: Empowering Patients with Genetic Agency 47:28

21d ago47:28

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For the first time in human history, we can diagnose thousands of genetic diseases—often for under $1,000—but we still can't treat most of them. The problem isn't understanding what's broken; it's delivering the fix to the right cells. Eric Kelsic, CEO of Dyno Therapeutics, joins a16z's Jorge Conde to explain how AI-designed protein shells are solv…

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Estate Planning & Tax Strategies After the 2025 Tax Law Changes 42:55

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Wondering how the 2025 tax law changes will affect your estate plan and legacy? In this episode of the Smart Legacy Podcast, attorneys Glenn Stockton and Sophia Kandt break down what the new tax bill means for you and your family. Discover actionable tax-saving strategies, including Roth IRA conversions, effective gifting, and how to avoid costly m…

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Planning for Real Estate and Vacation Homes in Your Estate 14:43

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Episode Summary In this episode of Leaving a Legacy: Navigating Estate Planning with Rose Harper Law, attorney Rose Harper explains the unique challenges of passing down real estate and vacation homes through estate planning. She shares how ownership structures, probate, and family dynamics complicate inheritance, and highlights effective tools suc…

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What Happens to Your Kids If the Unthinkable Happens? Estate Planning Essentials for Young Families 40:43

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Are you a parent of young children? Have you ever wondered what would happen to your kids if something happened to you? In this eye-opening episode of the Smart Legacy Podcast, attorneys Glenn Stockton and Sophia Kandt tackle the number one risk facing young families: not having a plan in place for your children's care and financial security. Join …

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Charitable Giving in Estate Planning: How to Leave a Legacy Beyond Your Family 14:30

1M ago14:30

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Episode Summary: In this episode of Leaving a Legacy, Navigating Estate Planning with Rose Harper Law, Rose Harper, founding attorney of Rose Harper Law, discusses how individuals can leave a meaningful legacy through charitable giving. Rose explains the emotional and financial benefits of incorporating charitable gifts into an estate plan, the mos…

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The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program; Guest Shay Cook 21:20

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The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program is covered in detail. Our guest, Mrs. Shay Cook gives us insider details of what the program is like and why small businesses should jump onboard and learn more about the benefits of networking with thousands of small business owners. Mrs. Shay Cook is the owner of Crusaders4Change, a financial wellne…

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Redefining Senior Living: The Evergreen Community Experience 40:27

2M ago40:27

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Discover how Evergreen Community is transforming senior care in Johnson County, Kansas, with a nonprofit, resident-driven approach that emphasizes dignity, vibrant living, and community connection. Host Glenn Stockton speaks with Belinda Vierthaler, Evergreen's Chief Development Officer, about their award-winning culture, upcoming campus with all-p…

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Value-Based Oncology at Scale: Inside Thyme Care 41:16

2M ago41:16

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Cancer care in the U.S. costs over $250 billion each year, and nearly 2 million Americans receive a new diagnosis annually, yet too often the journey begins with silence: no call, no plan, no guide. In this episode, a16z’s Vineeta Agarwala and Jay Rughani talk with Thyme Care leaders Robin Shah (cofounder and CEO), Bobby Green, MD (president and CM…

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Unlocking Hope: Alzheimer's Awareness, Resources & Real Stories You Need to Hear 42:25

2M ago42:25

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Are you or a loved one facing the challenges of Alzheimer's or dementia? In this episode of The Smart Legacy Podcast, host Glenn Stockton sits down with Michelle King, Community Program Manager for the Alzheimer's Association Heart of America Chapter, and Carrie Stracy, Director of Community Outreach at Stockton and Kandt and dedicated volunteer. T…

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Guardianship and Conservatorship: Protecting Loved Ones When They Can’t Decide for Themselves 22:49

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Summary: In this episode, Rose Harper, founding attorney of Rose Harper Law, discusses the critical topics of guardianship and conservatorship. She explains the differences between these legal roles, when a court may appoint a guardian or conservator, red flags families should watch for, and how estate planning documents like powers of attorney and…

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Elder Care & Medicaid: Catholic Community Health and Villa St. Francis 41:07

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On this episode of the Smart Legacy Podcast, attorney Glenn Stockton is joined by leaders from Catholic Community Health, Brad Hedrick and Tiffany Claire, to discuss what sets Villa St. Francis apart as one of Kansas' largest and highest-rated Medicaid-approved long-term care facilities. Discover how Villa St. Francis and Catholic Community Health …

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The Hidden Cost of Long-Term Care 43:27

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Long-term care costs are skyrocketing, with averages as high as $10,000 to $15,000 per month, and 70% of people over 65 will need care at some point. Without proper planning, these expenses can deplete your savings and leave your family struggling to pick up the pieces. This episode dives into the importance of pre-planning, Medicaid strategies, an…

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The Cost of No Plan 42:04

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Failing to plan your estate doesn't just leave your family with emotional stress—it creates financial chaos. Without a plan, your loved ones face expensive probate, legal battles, and even losing access to critical information during emergencies. Learn how simple steps like creating a trust, signing power of attorney documents, or updating benefici…

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Special Needs Estate Planning: Essential Guide to Protecting Your Loved One's Future 14:18

4M ago14:18

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Episode Summary: In this episode of "Leaving a Legacy," host Kevin Rosenquist and estate planning attorney Rose Harper discuss the crucial aspects of special needs planning. They explore the importance of special needs trusts, protecting government benefits, and choosing trustees for vulnerable loved ones. Rose provides valuable insights on how pro…

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Dr. K. Shaird: "To Be A Veternarian" 24:14

3M ago24:14

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Veterinarian Dr. Kim Shaird is our special guest to discuss how to properly care for your pets and what's in the world of being a veterinarian. Topics covered include knowing when or if your pet is diabetic and understanding pet care. Being Well Informed airs regularly on most major podcast platforms and on You Tube. #blackyouth #juvenileinjustice …

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The Consumer Becomes the Payor: How ICHRA Unlocks a New Era in Healthcare 28:05

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In this episode, Julie Yoo and Jay Rughani are joined by Thatch cofounders Chris Ellis and Adam Stevenson to explore why ICHRA—a more recent policy innovation—might quietly revolutionize employer-sponsored health benefits. Unpacking the surprising history of how U.S. healthcare became entangled with employment, they make the case for a defined-cont…

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Special Needs Planning: Protecting Benefits and Securing the Future 19:03

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Episode Summary: Kimbro Stephens and Shane Cox dive deep into special needs planning, exploring how families can protect benefits and secure the future for loved ones with disabilities. They discuss different types of special needs trusts, government benefits, and crucial considerations for long-term care planning. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduct…

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Smart Legacy: Building Your Future, Protecting What Matters 41:06

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In the debut episode of The Smart Legacy Podcast, father-daughter attorneys Glenn Stockton and Sophia Kandt share heartfelt stories and invaluable advice about estate planning, elder law, and leaving a legacy. From navigating probate to avoiding common planning pitfalls, they explore how to protect your assets, maintain family harmony, and ensure p…

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The Great Debate: Trusts or Wills for Your Arkansas Estate Plan? 18:15

4M ago18:15

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Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of the Juris Law Podcast, attorneys Kimbro Stephens and Shane Cox dive deep into the great debate of Trusts vs. Wills for Arkansas estate planning. They explore the key differences, benefits, and common misconceptions surrounding these essential legal tools, offering valuable guidance for anyone consideri…

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Engaging the Unengaged at Home with Max Cohen and Cameron Behar 22:32

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In this episode, Sprinter Health co-founders Max Cohen and Cameron Behar sit down with Julie Yoo to unpack how their home-based care model reaches underserved populations and reintegrates “the unengaged” into the healthcare system. From starting with blood draws in living rooms to scaling a high-complexity, tech-enabled logistics platform, they sha…

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Essential Guide: Estate Planning for Aging Parents Key Considerations and Expert Advice 17:32

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Episode Summary: In this episode of "Leaving a Legacy," host Kevin Rosenquist and estate planning attorney Rose Harper discuss the crucial aspects of estate planning for aging parents. They explore when and how to start these sensitive conversations, essential legal documents needed, and strategies to avoid family conflicts. Rose provides valuable …

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Elder Law: Having the Conversation With Your Parents 18:24

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Episode Summary: Kimbro Stephens and Shane Cox from Jurist Law Group dive deep into navigating difficult conversations with aging parents about long-term care planning. They share invaluable insights on approaching sensitive topics like estate protection, Medicaid planning, and maintaining dignity in elder care decisions. ⏱️ Key Timestamps: 00:00 -…

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Digital Assets In Modern Estate Planning: A Comprehensive Guide to Protecting Your Online Legacy 16:18

5M ago16:18

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Episode Summary: In this episode of "Leaving a Legacy," host Kevin Rosenquist and estate planning attorney Rose Harper discuss the crucial role of digital assets in modern estate planning. They explore what constitutes digital assets, their importance, and how to properly include them in estate plans to protect both financial and sentimental value …

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Navigating Adult Guardianship in Arkansas 19:16

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Episode Summary: Kimbro Stephens and Shane Cox from Jurist Law Group dive deep into adult guardianship in Arkansas, covering essential aspects from legal proceedings to practical responsibilities. This comprehensive discussion explores the complexities of guardianship, Medicaid considerations, and alternatives for families facing these challenging …

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Streamlining the Patient Referrals Chain with Trey Holterman 19:53

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In this episode, Tennr cofounder and CEO Trey Holterman sits down with a16z’s David Haber and Jay Rughani to unpack one of healthcare’s most overlooked pain points: patient referral logistics. When a patient is referred to a specialist and told that the specialist will follow up with them, what happens next? A convoluted system sometimes involving …

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Debunking Probate: Separating Myth from Reality 14:12

6M ago14:12

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Episode Summary: In this episode of "Leaving a Legacy: Navigating Estate Planning with Rose Harper Law," host Sophia Morales and estate planning attorney Rose Harper discuss common misconceptions about probate and strategies to navigate or avoid the probate process. They explore the complexities of probate in New York, essential documentation requi…

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From Chaos to Clarity in Data with Malinka Walaliyadde 23:23

6M ago23:23

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What if one of healthcare’s most complex administrative challenges—revenue cycle management—was reframed as a data science problem? In this episode, Malinka Walaliyadde, cofounder and CEO of AKASA, joins Julie Yoo to unpack how large language models have the potential to transform hospital revenue by automating highly nuanced coding and billing wor…

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Superaging with Eric Topol 42:42

6M ago42:42

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What if we stopped trying to cure disease and started preventing it instead? In this episode, Eric Topol, founder and director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and a cardiologist, scientist, and author, joins a16z general partner Vijay Pande to unpack the future of aging, prevention, and precision health—as explored in Eric's new boo…

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Blended Families, Unique Challenges: Navigating Estate Planning 17:36

6M ago17:36

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Episode Summary: In this episode, host Sophia Morales and estate planning attorney Rose Harper discuss the unique challenges and considerations for blended families in estate planning. Rose shares personal insights from her own blended family experience and provides practical advice on protecting assets, avoiding conflicts, and ensuring equitable t…

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Fueling Innovation with Data with Arif Nathoo 24:46

7M ago24:46

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Arif Nathoo, cofounder and CEO of Komodo Health, joins Jorge Conde and Jay Rughani to explore the transformative potential of healthcare data in reshaping biotech and healthcare innovation. Arif reflects on a decade-long journey of unlocking the power of fragmented healthcare data, delving into Komodo Health’s “full-stack thesis” — a strategy that …

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Business and Beyond: The Critical Need for Estate Planning 13:32

7M ago13:32

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Episode Summary: In this episode of "Leaving a Legacy," host Sophia Morales and estate planning expert Rose Harper discuss the critical importance of estate planning for business owners. They explore common mistakes, essential documents, and practical steps for protecting both business and personal assets. Rose provides valuable insights on wills, …

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The Paradox of U.S. Healthcare with Marc Andreessen 33:32

7M ago33:32

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Join a16z general partners Marc Andreessen, Julie Yoo, and Vijay Pande for an incisive exploration of what's driving—and stalling—transformation in healthcare. With the industry now consuming nearly 20% of U.S. GDP yet delivering poor outcomes relative to other developed countries, is technology the remedy or a red herring? This episode, cross-post…

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The (Epic) Arc of a Patient Journey with Seth Hain 26:00

8M ago26:00

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Seth Hain, SVP of R&D at Epic, joins a16z Bio + Health general partner Julie Yoo to explore technology in healthcare. Reflecting on over two decades of industry shifts, Seth shares how Epic has transitioned from enabling integrated systems within health systems to driving cross-ecosystem collaboration and rapid innovations like generative AI. They …

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Every Library - Guest Patrick Sweeney 23:19

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Are books for the blind being banned? Why? How have things changed in 2025 for libraries across the country? These and many more questions are addressed in today's episode of Being Well Informed with founder of everylibrary.org, Patrick Sweeney. Being Well Informed is an educational podcast aired regularly on most available podcast platforms such a…

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Understanding Wills vs. Trusts: Key Differences and What’s Right for Your Estate Plan 16:30

8M ago16:30

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Episode Summary In this episode of Leaving a Legacy, estate planning attorney Rose Harper breaks down the key differences between wills and trusts, helping you determine which option best suits your needs. Rose explains how probate can impact your estate, the advantages of trusts for business owners and parents, and why having a comprehensive estat…

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Building for the Healthcare Consumer with Elliot Cohen 26:01

8M ago26:01

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Elliot Cohen, cofounder of PillPack, joins Julie Yoo, a16z Bio + Health general partner. Together, they discuss Elliot's experience designing and building a consumer-first pharmacy alongside TJ Parker. Elliot's journey with PillPack began when he noticed his father struggling with a mail-order pharmacy that couldn’t get the simplest thing right: th…

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Estate Planning for Parents: Protecting Your Children at Every Age 16:27

8M ago16:27

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Episode Summary In this episode of Leaving a Legacy: Navigating Estate Planning with Rose Harper Law, sits down with estate planning attorney Rose Harper to discuss the crucial steps parents should take to protect their children at every stage of life. They explore why estate planning is essential for parents of minor children, the importance of na…

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Scaling Mental Health Access through AI with Neil Parikh and Daniel Cahn 25:40

9M ago25:40

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In this episode, Slingshot AI cofounders Daniel Cahn and Neil Parikh join a16z Bio + Health general partner Julie Yoo to explore how their mission to transform mental health care with AI took shape. Drawing from their unique journeys—Daniel as the son of a psychologist and Neil as a former medical student-turned-entrepreneur—they discuss the challe…

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Are There Still Health Disparities in 2025? Guest: Dr. L. E. Gomez 38:57

9M ago38:57

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We unpack the issues of health disparities in the United States in 2025. Our guest, Dr. L. E. Gomez discusses what improvements can be made to health care, and is it a myth that blacks experience less health care as a matter of individual choices made. Dr. Gomez is an ER physician and consultant. Dr. Gomez is also a social activist who has a new ro…

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Estate Planning 101: Why Everyone Needs A Plan No Matter Their Net Worth 15:24

9M ago15:24

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Episode Summary In this episode of Leaving a Legacy: Navigating Estate Planning with Rose Harper Law, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with estate planning attorney Rose Harper to discuss Estate Planning 101. They break down common misconceptions, why estate planning is for everyone (not just the wealthy), and the key documents everyone should have …

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An Ironman Suit for Doctors with Muthu Alagappan 23:33

9M ago23:33

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Dr. Muthu Alagappan, MD, founder and CEO of Counsel Health, joins Julie Yoo, a16z Bio + Health general partner, to dive deep into the company's vision for revolutionizing healthcare through AI-powered asynchronous care. Together, they unpack how Counsel enables on-demand access to real doctors for instant medical guidance, lessening patient relianc…

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Voice AI: Solving Healthcare's Workforce Challenges with Ankit Jain 30:03

10M ago30:03

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Ankit Jain, CEO and cofounder of Infinitus Systems, Inc, joins Julie Yoo, a16z Bio + Health general partner, to discuss Infinitus's work in solving one of healthcare's most pressing challenges: workforce shortages. Leveraging LLMs and AI voice agents, Infinitus automates repetitive tasks, such as benefits verification and prior authorization, freei…

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Transforming Clinical Trials with Alexander Saint-Amand 24:53

10M ago24:53

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Alexander Saint-Amand, cofounder and CEO of Topography, reflects on his journey from leading Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG), a pioneer in expert networks, to tackling systemic barriers in clinical trials at his current company, Topography. Inspired by personal experiences, Alexander’s mission centers on democratizing access to clinical research by tran…

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Steve Brigham, Author of Level the Playing Field 20:37

10M ago20:37

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When you think of sports, you think of the game played on the same field. The rules are known and abided by. Why is this not the case when considering disparities in our society. We will discuss 8 racial myths. Today's episode discusses the first myth, America provides an equal playing field for all. Steve Brigham, author of Level the Playing Field…