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Dan Diamond

Health reporter for The Washington Post, providing expert analysis on healthcare policy and the UnitedHealthcare CEO case.

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Dec 10, 2024 • 29min

The killing of a CEO

Dan Diamond, a health reporter for The Washington Post, joins the discussion on the shocking murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Diamond unpacks the troubling evidence against suspect Luigi Mangione, including chilling admissions and surveillance footage. The conversation delves into public reactions, revealing a surprising mixture of grief and celebration surrounding Thompson's death. The episode also critiques the healthcare industry's accountability and highlights the tension between corporate executives and public sentiment.
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Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 7min

Trump’s Cabinet Keeps Getting Weirder

Dan Diamond, a healthcare reporter for The Washington Post, shares insights into the evolving landscape of health policy under Donald Trump. The conversation dives into the controversial selections for Trump's Cabinet, particularly concerning allegations of sexual misconduct. They also discuss the integration of Christian teachings into Southern education and its implications. Diamond highlights the potential changes to public health policy, especially regarding the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid reforms amidst the administration's chaotic dynamics.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 29min

What Next | Why United Healthcare Is Easy to Hate

Dan Diamond, a national health reporter for The Washington Post, dives into the aftermath of the shocking murder of a UnitedHealthcare CEO and the surge of public outrage that ensued. He examines the deep-rooted frustrations Americans have with the healthcare system, particularly around insurance companies. The discussion highlights the complex challenges and disparities in patient care, the fallout from a significant cyber attack, and the urgent need for accountability and reform in healthcare leadership.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 29min

Why United Healthcare Is Easy to Hate

Dan Diamond, a national health reporter for The Washington Post, explores the public outrage following the tragic murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO. He delves into the company's controversial role in America’s healthcare system, highlighting patient frustrations over claim denials and a recent cybersecurity breach. Diamond emphasizes the systemic flaws and disparities in access within healthcare, while discussing how the CEO's death may influence insurance policies and accountability measures going forward.
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Dec 5, 2024 • 30min

In Good Health: Vaccine Hesitancy, Flu Season, And A Second Trump Presidency

Michael Osterholm, an infectious disease expert from the University of Minnesota, joins health politics reporter Dan Diamond and vaccine specialist Dr. Haley Gans from Stanford. They dive into the troubling low vaccination rates as flu season approaches, discussing the critical need for community efforts. The guests explore the increasing vaccine hesitancy influenced by mixed messages around COVID-19 and potential health policies under the incoming Trump administration, raising concerns over misinformation and public health risks.