Straight Talk Podcast
Listen to Mike tell it Straight! Our Straight Talk podcast series brings you the latest information and updates on healthcare reform, costs & quality.
Episode 1: Straight Talk Goes Audio
Mike explains why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana created Straight Talk, and he breaks down the keys to creating a stable individual insurance risk pool:
If you are like me, you get really irritated when somebody makes a choice for you that you feel perfectly capable of making for yourself. Guess I was just raised and wired to research, contemplate and act on my own choices. Read more
Among the older relatives I grew up with, including my parents and their siblings, a common saying they used has resonated with me over the years. And even now, as a person charged with forecasting our entire Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana membership numbers one, three or even five years into the future, this saying rings true:
“Don’t borrow trouble.” Read more
The Louisiana legislative session started a couple of weeks ago, so we thought it would be a good time to give you the Straight Talk on how Blue Cross is involved with the legislative process to help protect your health and your premium dollar.
Thank you Mr. Bertaut and BCBS for helping me better understand the ever so confusing world of healthcare and insurance. I always look forward to getting your updates and any new posts. Straight Talk is very much appreciated!
How can I listen to the podcast?
Sorry about that Collin. The podcast is here: https://soundcloud.com/user-458600740/straight-talk-episode-1. And we’ll get the post updated with the link ASAP.