Real Time with Bill Maher Overtime – Episode #675: David Hogg, Mark Cuban, Joe Scarborough
Oct 22, 2024
David Hogg, a passionate gun control activist, discusses the critical need for stricter gun laws post-Parkland. Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star, shares insights on the evolving landscape of drug pricing and transparency, sparking intriguing debates. The dialogue dives into young men’s political alignment, shedding light on how mental health perceptions shape their viewpoints. They also tackle the complexities of Russian collusion narratives and the impact on political allegiance, creating a thought-provoking conversation about contemporary issues.
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PBM Impact
- Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) control medication pricing, negatively impacting smaller pharmacies.
- PBMs don't fully reimburse pharmacies, causing them to go out of business.
Cost Plus Drugs' Goal
- Cost Plus Drugs aims to lower drug prices by increasing transparency.
- They reveal their cost, markup, and final price, unlike traditional pharmacies.
Betting on Elections
- Some people are betting on the election through platforms like Polymarket.
- Mark Cuban mentions a Wall Street Journal story about someone investing $30 million in crypto through this platform.