Michelle breaks down what Medicare covers (and what it doesn’t), what Medicaid covers as a required benefit, and how assisted living coverage depends on the state—because Medicaid assistance with activities of daily living (like bathing, eating, and dressing) is optional at the state level. She also explains how GAO’s work is driven by Congress, how Congress uses the findings, and what future research is focused on—particularly oversight of health and welfare in assisted living when Medicaid is funding care.

He explains the shift from analog to digital habits, why the loss of cursive writing and physical map navigation alters how the human brain processes information, and how the rise of Generative AI poses a massive threat to deep critical thinking. Whether you are a parent trying to navigate screen time, an educator looking to protect classroom integrity, or anyone concerned about the future of human society, this conversation provides practical, intentional strategies to bring back baseline cognitive skills before they disappear entirely.

In this informative interview, administrative law expert and former DOL senior staffer Andrew joins the program to break down the massive 40,000+ public comment docket. He explains the new asset-neutral framework, the potential inclusion of private market assets in target-date funds, how these rules serve as a legal safe harbor against rising ERISA litigation risk, and what this means for the future of 401(k) plans. Whether you're a financial advisor navigating fiduciary duties, a sophisticated investment consultant, a plan sponsor, or anyone focused on institutional retirement planning, this conversation provides practical guidance to help you maximize portfolio diversification while avoiding regulatory pitfalls.

Steak prices are up — why, how long will it last, and can imports help? Economist Dr. David Anderson breaks down the April inflation spike, the drivers behind rising beef costs (smaller cattle herd, higher fuel and production expenses, seasonal demand), what the president’s executive order on tariff-rate quotas would actually do, and how quickly changes in oil supply might affect food and shipping prices. Quick, clear explanations for shoppers and food-industry watchers.