Pivot Big Covid Questions, the Nursing Shortage Crisis and a Friend of Pivot on the upcoming Elizabeth Holmes Trial
Aug 24, 2021
Dr. Jeffrey Swisher, Chair of Anesthesiology at California Pacific Medical Center, shares his insights on the implications of full FDA approval for the Pfizer vaccine and the nursing shortage crisis exacerbated by COVID-19. John Carreyrou, award-winning investigative reporter, discusses his new podcast focused on the Elizabeth Holmes trial, exploring the intricacies of fraud allegations tied to Theranos. The conversation highlights the emotional toll on healthcare workers and touches on crucial health policies like drug cost reduction.
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Grindr and the Catholic Church
- The Pillar blog reported on priests using Grindr, leading to Monsignor Jeffrey Burrell's resignation.
- The reports raise concerns about celibacy, privacy violations, and political agendas within the Catholic Church.
Jeopardy! Host Controversy
- Sony named Mike Richards as the new Jeopardy! host, but past sexist and racist comments surfaced.
- He stepped down, and LeVar Burton and Ken Jennings are among the potential replacements.
Lower Drug Costs
- Support Biden's plan to lower prescription drug costs by letting Medicare negotiate prices.
- This will significantly help seniors, a key voting bloc, who heavily rely on medications.
