Jared Bernstein on Trump’s Big, Bad Bill PodcastJune 12, 2025 Jared Bernstein on Trump’s Big, Bad Bill Jared Bernstein discusses how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act would hurt ordinary Americans to benefit the rich. Jun 12, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Mishka Espey, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Muggs Leone
Rep. Sarah McBride on House Republicans’ Budget Bill PodcastMay 21, 2025 Rep. Sarah McBride on House Republicans’ Budget Bill Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE) discusses how the proposed budget plan will increase costs for Americans. May 21, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Mishka Espey, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Muggs Leone
Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons on Faith and Politics PodcastMay 15, 2025 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons on Faith and Politics The Interfaith Alliance's Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons discusses Pope Leo XIV and the role religion plays in the current political environment. May 15, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Mishka Espey, 2 More Muggs Leone, Kelly McCoy
These 20 Congressional Districts Would See Massive Health Insurance Premium Increases Under Congressional Republicans’ Health Care Plans ArticleApril 30, 2025 These 20 Congressional Districts Would See Massive Health Insurance Premium Increases Under Congressional Republicans’ Health Care Plans Families in 20 key districts will see Affordable Care Act marketplace premiums rise by thousands of dollars each year if congressional Republicans succeed in slashing Medicaid funding and letting the enhanced premium tax credits expire. Apr 30, 2025 Natasha Murphy, Andrea Ducas
Former Gov. Jay Inslee on Earth Day PodcastApril 24, 2025 Former Gov. Jay Inslee on Earth Day Former Gov. Jay Inslee (D) of Washington joins the show to talk about how to protect the Earth. Apr 24, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Mishka Espey, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Muggs Leone
Harris’s plan for ‘Medicare at Home’ would revolutionize care in America In the NewsApril 1, 2025 Harris’s plan for ‘Medicare at Home’ would revolutionize care in America In an op-ed for The Hill, Mia Ives-Rublee and Molly Weston Williamson discuss former Vice President Kamala Harris' plans to provide home care services through Medicare. Apr 1, 2025 The Hill Mia Ives-Rublee, Molly Weston Williamson
Gov. Maura Healey on the Left’s Future and Women’s History Month PodcastMarch 21, 2025 Gov. Maura Healey on the Left’s Future and Women’s History Month Gov. Maura Healey discusses responses to the Trump administration's actions. Mar 21, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Mishka Espey, Kelly McCoy, Muggs Leone
Why Won’t Pennsylvania US Representatives Ryan Mackenzie and Brian Fitzpatrick Protect Medicaid for Their Constituents? Personal StoryMarch 20, 2025 Why Won’t Pennsylvania US Representatives Ryan Mackenzie and Brian Fitzpatrick Protect Medicaid for Their Constituents? Kristin Volchansky, a Pennsylvania woman with a genetic immunodeficiency, shares how Medicaid enabled her to afford treatments that would otherwise have cost her thousands of dollars. She calls upon her local representatives to protect the health of their constituents by fighting against Medicaid cuts. Mar 20, 2025 The Bucks County Beacon Kristin Volchansky
These 15 Congressional Districts Would See Large Medicaid Funding Losses Under Republican House Budget Resolution ArticleFebruary 25, 2025 These 15 Congressional Districts Would See Large Medicaid Funding Losses Under Republican House Budget Resolution The Republican House budget resolution’s potential $880 billion in Medicaid cuts would cost these congressional districts a total of $34 billion, potentially reducing coverage for nearly 730,000 people. Feb 25, 2025 Sara Estep, Natasha Murphy, Andrea Ducas, 2 More Emily Gee, Natalie Baker
Larry Levitt on Protecting Americans’ Health PodcastNovember 21, 2024 Larry Levitt on Protecting Americans’ Health Larry Levitt of KFF joins the show to discuss potential changes to federal health policy and how states should respond. Nov 21, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Opinion: Project 2025 would be a death sentence for patients like me Personal StoryNovember 1, 2024 Opinion: Project 2025 would be a death sentence for patients like me Kat Klawes of Wisconsin shares how the Affordable Care Act saved her life and explains how Project 2025 would threaten health care access for millions of Americans living with preexisting conditions. Nov 1, 2024 UpNorthNews Kat Klawes
Donald Trump Is Lying About Immigrants and Social Security/Medicare ArticleSeptember 9, 2024 Donald Trump Is Lying About Immigrants and Social Security/Medicare Contrary to Donald Trump’s claims, an earned path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants strengthens Social Security and Medicare. Sep 9, 2024 Brendan Duke, Bobby Kogan, Debu Gandhi
Opinion: I’m a diabetic and a retired nurse. One of Biden’s policies changed my life Personal StoryMay 24, 2024 Opinion: I’m a diabetic and a retired nurse. One of Biden’s policies changed my life Steven Lubin, a Type 1 diabetic and retired intensive care unit nurse, writes about how the Inflation Reduction Act is reducing health care costs for individuals on Medicare by capping yearly out-of-pocket costs and monthly copays for insulin. May 24, 2024 The Keystone Steven Lubin
Your view: Why 2024 is such a critical year for Pennsylvania workers Personal StoryMay 2, 2024 Your view: Why 2024 is such a critical year for Pennsylvania workers Buddy Maxwell, an organizer for the United Auto Workers union, writes about the importance of holding elected officials accountable for passing policies that support working people. May 2, 2024 The Morning Call Buddy Maxwell
Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it Personal StoryFebruary 28, 2024 Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it When Milwaukee resident Kat Klawes was diagnosed with cancer on her 26th birthday, she was able to immediately enroll in the Affordable Care Act marketplace, which helped save her thousands of dollars on cancer treatments. Feb 28, 2024 UpNorthNews Kat Klawes
Patrick Gaspard on 20 Years of American Progress PodcastOctober 27, 2023 Patrick Gaspard on 20 Years of American Progress To celebrate American Progress’ 20th anniversary, CAP President and CEO Patrick Gaspard joins the show to discuss the organization's legacy and its lasting impact on all Americans. Oct 27, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 4 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli, Mishka Espey, Patrick Gaspard
Opinion: The Inflation Reduction Act lowered my health care costs. Big Pharma isn’t happy. In the NewsSeptember 28, 2023 Opinion: The Inflation Reduction Act lowered my health care costs. Big Pharma isn’t happy. A cancer survivor and retiree, Susan Robertson, shares how the Inflation Reduction Act helped her save more than $400 in health care costs. A new lawsuit from pharmaceutical companies threatens to reverse the law’s Medicare reforms. Sep 28, 2023 The Michigan Independent Susan Robertson
Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my daughter’s life. We must keep strengthening it for patients like her. Personal StorySeptember 21, 2023 Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my daughter’s life. We must keep strengthening it for patients like her. William Garcia shares his story about how the Affordable Care Act provided his daughter with critical access to health care. William’s story exemplifies the importance of the law and the need to expand it. Sep 21, 2023 The Wisconsin Independent William Garcia
1 Year Without Roe Personal StoryJune 23, 2023 1 Year Without Roe This CAP story collection details the experiences of doctors, doulas, and nurse practitioners since the overturn of Roe v. Wade and their fears in the rapidly evolving legal landscape of abortion care. Jun 23, 2023 the Center for American Progress
Dr. Kellan Baker on Protecting LGBTQI+ Rights and Health PodcastJune 9, 2023 Dr. Kellan Baker on Protecting LGBTQI+ Rights and Health Kellan Baker joins Colin to discuss Pride month, attacks on transgender rights and access to health care, and policy issues that affect broader LGBTQI+ health. Jun 9, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
Sheena Meade on Second Chance Month PodcastApril 13, 2023 Sheena Meade on Second Chance Month CEO of the Clean Slate Initiative Sheena Meade and Daniella discuss reentry for people impacted by the criminal justice system and available options for policymakers to prioritize second chances for Americans. Apr 13, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
The ACA Affords Protections for Young People With Rare Health Conditions Personal StoryMarch 20, 2023 The ACA Affords Protections for Young People With Rare Health Conditions A Wisconsin patient with a rare condition was protected by the ACA’s preexisting condition provision and continuity of care. Mar 20, 2023
Americans on Private Insurance Are Protected by the ACA Personal StoryMarch 20, 2023 Americans on Private Insurance Are Protected by the ACA A cancer patient in Illinois is relieved to have health care protections from the ACA. Mar 20, 2023
Kansans With Diabetes Can Access Affordable and Reliable Health Care Through the ACA Personal StoryMarch 20, 2023 Kansans With Diabetes Can Access Affordable and Reliable Health Care Through the ACA A Kansas state legislator accessed ACA subsidies for affordable and reliable health care. Mar 20, 2023
The ACA Provides Affordable Health Care for Georgians With Preexisting Conditions Personal StoryMarch 20, 2023 The ACA Provides Affordable Health Care for Georgians With Preexisting Conditions A Georgia woman explains how the ACA’s protections have ensured her access to reliable health care. Mar 20, 2023
The ACA Allows Insulin Affordability Advocate To Start Small Business Personal StoryMarch 20, 2023 The ACA Allows Insulin Affordability Advocate To Start Small Business A small-business owner in Minnesota explains how the ACA allowed her the freedom to quit her job and start her business. Mar 20, 2023
13 Years Later: The Affordable Care Act’s Enduring Legacy Personal StoryMarch 20, 2023 13 Years Later: The Affordable Care Act’s Enduring Legacy Americans share how the Affordable Care Act has changed their lives and continues to benefit them. Mar 20, 2023
Biden’s Policies Are Lowering the Costs of and Expanding Access to Health Care ArticleMarch 15, 2023 Biden’s Policies Are Lowering the Costs of and Expanding Access to Health Care Recent legislative victories are making it easier for Americans to obtain health coverage, afford prescription drugs, and live healthier lives. Mar 15, 2023
Opinion: Leave doctors and patients to make reproductive decisions In the NewsJanuary 28, 2023 Opinion: Leave doctors and patients to make reproductive decisions Virginia critical care nurse Cate Weiss writes about how abortion bans criminalize medical care and put medical professionals in legal limbo, which in turn jeopardizes patient care. Jan 28, 2023 The Virginian-Pilot Cate Weiss
Dems took on big Pharma, voters like me noticed In the NewsNovember 18, 2022 Dems took on big Pharma, voters like me noticed Lifelong asthma sufferer Carol Brown is eager to see the prescription drug savings from the Inflation Reduction Act. Beginning in 2025, Brown will save thousands of dollars annually due to the $2,000 copay cap. Nov 18, 2022 the Arizona Capitol Times Carol Brown
MAGA Republicans’ Plan to Force Social Security and Medicare Cuts ArticleOctober 21, 2022 MAGA Republicans’ Plan to Force Social Security and Medicare Cuts A Republican default on the national debt would exacerbate inflation, increase costs, and put Americans’ benefits at risk. Oct 21, 2022 Colin Seeberger, Will Ragland
The MAGA Extremist Agenda Is a Threat to Progress Personal StoryOctober 17, 2022 The MAGA Extremist Agenda Is a Threat to Progress This collection features stories from Americans threatened by the harmful rhetoric and legislative actions of MAGA Republicans. Oct 17, 2022
Threats to Social Security Jeopardize the Economic Security of Older Americans Personal StoryOctober 17, 2022 Threats to Social Security Jeopardize the Economic Security of Older Americans An Arkansas resident who relies on Social Security and Medicare denounces proposals to cut or sunset the programs. Oct 17, 2022
Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act Personal StorySeptember 20, 2022 Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act This collection features stories from people in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and New Hampshire whose lives have been improved by the legislation passed during the Biden administration’s first two years. Sep 20, 2022
Americans in Nevada Not Yet on Medicare Stand To Benefit From the Inflation Reduction Act Personal StorySeptember 20, 2022 Americans in Nevada Not Yet on Medicare Stand To Benefit From the Inflation Reduction Act A Carson City, Nevada, retiree looks forward to having Medicare negotiate on his behalf upon enrollment. Sep 20, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act Helps New Hampshire Older Adults in the Medicare Coverage Gap Personal StorySeptember 20, 2022 The Inflation Reduction Act Helps New Hampshire Older Adults in the Medicare Coverage Gap A New Hampshire retiree hopes the Inflation Reduction Act will allow him to afford his prescription drugs, instead of relying on samples from his doctor. Sep 20, 2022
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Strengthening Health IssueNovember 1, 2021 Strengthening Health We work to strengthen public health systems and improve health care coverage, access, and affordability.