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'Sh**’s wild': Scaling up, doubling down, and buckling in
We check back in with charity-care nonprofit Dollar For
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January 15, 2026
The Big Picture
December 29, 2025
Our favorite project of 2025 levels up — and you can help
Behind-the-scenes on a volunteer project to help people get care and avoid debt.
December 11, 2025
Some more things that didn’t suck in 2025
How state lawmakers took on new fights and won
November 20, 2025
How to pick health insurance — in the worst year ever
Why it's worth looking beyond the premium and reading the fine print -- even when everything sucks.
November 6, 2025
Some things that didn’t suck in 2025 (really)
In states like Nebraska and Virginia, new laws could help a ton of people.
October 23, 2025
This health economist wants your medical bills
Health economist Vivian Ho identified a strategy for addressing high insurance premiums – one based on a real-life success story.
October 9, 2025
We love this listener’s project — and your response
A med student kicked off a collaborative project to help people avoid medical debt — inspired by the show.
Reporting on why health care costs so freaking much, and what we can maybe do about it.
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January 9, 2026
Knock out your check-ups early in the year — seriously
Especially if you have a high deductible.
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December 29, 2025
Our favorite 2025 project levels up
You can help it keep growing.
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December 18, 2025
What we loved this year (not health care related)
It’s time to share some comfort and joy.
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Our Starter Packs are full of useful information and actionable advice on all things health care. If you don't know where to start or are just getting to know us, we recommend you start here.
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How to wipe out your medical bill with charity care
Most hospitals are required by law to provide financial assistance (AKA “charity care”) to a portion of their patients. And more people qualify than know about it.
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How do I shop for health insurance?
Picking a health insurance plan can be overwhelming. Here’s our best advice.
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Help! I’m stuck with a gigantic medical bill.
Don’t freak out. We’ve created a guide to help you manage.