
Alice Miranda Ollstein
Healthcare reporter for Politico. Breaks down the worrying ripple effects of Kennedy’s healthcare overhaul.
Top 5 podcasts with Alice Miranda Ollstein
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Feb 27, 2025 • 39min
House GOP Plan Targets Medicaid
Alice Miranda Ollstein, a health reporter for Politico, Shefali Luthra from The 19th, and Victoria Knight of Axios unpack the House's budget plan attacking Medicaid funding. They discuss the potential fallout of these cuts, especially with one in five Americans reliant on the program. The conversation then shifts to the political tussle in the Senate and the ongoing judicial battles affecting healthcare policies, from NIH funding to abortion access. The panelists also share must-read health policy stories, rounding out a compelling discussion on healthcare's future.

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Dec 6, 2024 • 2h 32min
The Self-Pity of the Harris Campaign Interview. Future of Pro Choice Movement. Where Do Dems Go From Here? (with Ettingermentum and Alice Ollstein)
Ettingermentum, a keen political analyst, deconstructs the Democratic Party's reliance on a single narrative and the fallout from the Harris campaign's missteps. Alice Miranda Ollstein from Politico dives deep into the future of the pro-choice movement, discussing how recent elections have reshaped strategies and challenges for advocacy groups. Together, they unravel the intricacies of coalition building and messaging, revealing the importance of adapting to a divided political landscape.

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Feb 20, 2025 • 45min
Medicaid in the Crosshairs, Maybe
Alice Miranda Ollstein, a health policy expert from Politico, joins Joanne Kenen of Johns Hopkins and Sarah Karlin-Smith from The Pink Sheet to discuss the uncertain fate of Medicaid amid proposed budget cuts. They explore chaotic federal layoffs at key health agencies like the FDA and their potential impacts on drug approvals. The conversation shifts to the rise of measles outbreaks and the risks of unregulated dietary supplements, sparking concerns about public health and consumer safety. Expect insights on modern health policy challenges that affect us all!

Apr 16, 2025 • 27min
How RFK Jr. Has Already Reshaped Public Health
Alice Miranda Ollstein, a healthcare reporter for Politico, dives deep into the significant changes initiated by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in his short tenure. She discusses the alarming impact of his 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda, particularly the firing of staff and the spreading of debunked theories linking vaccines to autism. The conversation highlights the devastating effects on public health data collection and chronic disease research, raising concerns about mixed messaging in a politically charged environment.

May 30, 2024 • 26min
The Daily Blast: Inside Trump-MAGA’s Secretive Plot to Come After Your Birth Control
Politico reporter Alice Miranda Ollstein discusses Trump's allies' blueprint to restrict birth control through executive action post-election, highlighting the potential consequences under a Trump administration. The podcast explores the interplay between the MAGA movement and the Project 2025 agenda, focusing on fertility and demographics. It also analyzes the implications of Trump's contraception policies on public access and political messaging, revealing the trust dynamics within the MAGA movement.