<![CDATA[The Health Care for All Podcast]]>The movement for universal health care is gaining ground in America — and Oregon is leading the way. The Health Care for All Podcast will help you understand how universal health care works, how it compares to the system we have now, and how Oregon is on track to be the first state to transition to universal health care. Really! It’s the only state with a constitutional amendment guaranteeing health care as a fundamental right and a Governance Board designing a transition plan.

The Health Care for All Podcast, hosted by Health Care for All Oregon, aims to keep you caught up on this next chapter, as the story unfolds. Listen if you want to learn more about universal health care, and how Oregon’s place in this movement can strengthen similar efforts in other states.

Dr. Rebecca Schoon and Collin Stackhouse are members of Health Care for All Oregon, an organization that has been advocating for universal health care for 25 years. Through decades of education, advocacy, coalition-building with unions, businesses, and community groups — plus progress in the legislature — Oregon's example can shed light on the path to realize health care as a human right.

]]>www.hcao.orgRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:07:19 GMTSat, 27 Jun 2026 00:12:25 GMT60Health Care for All Oregon<p>The movement for universal health care is gaining ground in America — and Oregon is leading the way. The Health Care for All Podcast will help you understand how universal health care works, how it compares to the system we have now, and how Oregon is on track to be the first state to transition to universal health care. Really! It’s the only state with a constitutional amendment guaranteeing health care as a fundamental right and a Governance Board designing a transition plan.</p><p></p><p>The Health Care for All Podcast, hosted by Health Care for All Oregon, aims to keep you caught up on this next chapter, as the story unfolds. Listen if you want to learn more about universal health care, and how Oregon’s place in this movement can strengthen similar efforts in other states.</p><p></p><p>Dr. Rebecca Schoon and Collin Stackhouse are members of Health Care for All Oregon, an organization that has been advocating for universal health care for 25 years. Through decades of education, advocacy, coalition-building with unions, businesses, and community groups — plus progress in the legislature — Oregon's example can shed light on the path to realize health care as a human right.</p>episodicHealth Care for All Oregoncollinstackhouse@hcao.orgno<![CDATA[EP6: Deep Dive into the Draft Universal Health Plan || Part 2: How Much Will It Cost?]]>LINK to the draft plan summary >>> https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/about/Documents/uhp-summary-for-2026-focus-groups.pdf

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How much will the plan cost? How will it be paid for? This is the one you've been waiting for. Listen in to this second episode of a 3-part series breaking down the Universal Health Plan Governance Board’s (UHPGB) April 2026 proposal summary, a draft blueprint for Oregon’s possible move toward universal health care. We walk listeners through the estimated cost tables in the proposal summary to make sense of what this could mean for Oregonians.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Everything in the plan is a DRAFT and could change!
  • The Universal Health Plan is projected to save $1-4 billion dollars annually.
  • The plan will be paid for primarily through a payroll tax for employers, a personal income tax, and employer-based tax credits that aim to replace current premium contributions, plus Medicaid and Medicare waivers.
  • The hosts review multiple examples of projected household costs, including for people with employer-sponsored insurance, ACA marketplace coverage, and Medicare, showing where most people would pay less and where some higher earners could pay more.
  • The plan depends on federal waivers for Medicare and Medicaid dollars, and that is an unknown depending on many politically-related variables.

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IN THIS EPISODE

0:00 Important notes for the episode

04:08 Universal health care saves money

05:55 Overall costs of the proposed Universal Health Plan

07:17 Estimated costs for individuals with employer-sponsored insurance

10:39 Estimated costs for families with employer-sponsored insurance

11:50 Estimated costs for individuals with ACA marketplace insurance

15:01 Estimated costs for Medicare beneficiaries

18:12 The funding principles behind the plan

20:26 The "T" word! What's the proposed tax structure?

22:09 Impact of Employer Payroll Tax on employers

24:20 Impact on personal income taxes

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]]>658d4ce3-b071-480f-9b0d-63b8310ffbfeSun, 06 Sep 2026 16:29:38 GMT<p>LINK to the draft plan summary &gt;&gt;&gt; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/about/Documents/uhp-summary-for-2026-focus-groups.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/about/Documents/uhp-summary-for-2026-focus-groups.pdf</a></p><p>***</p><p>How much will the plan cost? How will it be paid for? This is the one you've been waiting for. Listen in to this second episode of a 3-part series breaking down the Universal Health Plan Governance Board’s (UHPGB) April 2026 proposal summary, a draft blueprint for Oregon’s possible move toward universal health care. We walk listeners through the estimated cost tables in the proposal summary to make sense of what this could mean for Oregonians.</p><p> ***</p><p>KEY TAKEAWAYS</p><ul><li>Everything in the plan is a DRAFT and could change!</li><li>The Universal Health Plan is projected to save $1-4 billion dollars annually.</li><li>The plan will be paid for primarily through a payroll tax for employers, a personal income tax, and employer-based tax credits that aim to replace current premium contributions, plus Medicaid and Medicare waivers.</li><li>The hosts review multiple examples of projected household costs, including for people with employer-sponsored insurance, ACA marketplace coverage, and Medicare, showing where most people would pay less and where some higher earners could pay more.</li><li>The plan depends on federal waivers for Medicare and Medicaid dollars, and that is an unknown depending on many politically-related variables.</li></ul><p>***</p><p>IN THIS EPISODE</p><p>0:00 Important notes for the episode</p><p>04:08 Universal health care saves money</p><p>05:55 Overall costs of the proposed Universal Health Plan</p><p>07:17 Estimated costs for individuals with employer-sponsored insurance</p><p>10:39 Estimated costs for families with employer-sponsored insurance</p><p>11:50 Estimated costs for individuals with ACA marketplace insurance</p><p>15:01 Estimated costs for Medicare beneficiaries</p><p>18:12 The funding principles behind the plan</p><p>20:26 The "T" word! What's the proposed tax structure?</p><p>22:09 Impact of Employer Payroll Tax on employers</p><p>24:20 Impact on personal income taxes</p><p>***</p><p>FOLLOW &amp; SUPPORT HCAO &gt;&gt;&gt; www.hcao.org</p>no00:29:456EP6: Deep Dive into the Draft Universal Health Plan || Part 2: How Much Will It Cost?full<![CDATA[EP5: Deep Dive into the Draft Universal Health Plan || Part 1: Who’s Eligible & What’s Covered?]]>This first episode of a three-part series takes a deeper dive into the 18 page draft of the proposed Universal Health Plan — breaking down key questions such as eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits package. 
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KEY TOPICS

  • The values underlying the plan
  • Eligibility, enrollment & coverage under the plan
  • This plan is a draft; share your thoughts directly with the Universal Health Plan Governance Board!

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • The Universal Health Plan aims to cover all Oregon residents.
  • Current Oregon Health Plan (OHP/Medicaid) recipients would be covered under the plan without losing any benefits.
  • The UHPGB meets the 3rd Thursday of every month from 9am-12:30pm; members of the public can watch the meetings and submit testimony.
  • The Community Engagement subcommittee meets the 4th Wednesday of every month. Members of the public can call in between 5-6pm to submit your comments.

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IN THIS EPISODE

  • 00:00 Diving deep into the Universal Health Plan proposal
  • 03:08 Core Principles of the Universal Health Plan
  • 04:40 Who's eligible for the plan?
  • 05:03 Who is not covered?
  • 06:14 What would be the enrollment process?
  • 07:52 What services are covered under the plan?
  • 09:52 What about prescription drug coverage?
  • 12:12 How would this affect OHP/Medicaid recipients?
  • 13:27 No restricted provider networks
  • 13:57 How to share your thoughts with the Governance Board!

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RESOURCES & LINKS

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FOLLOW HCAO >> www.hcao.org

]]>7ff87aed-02cf-44e9-9258-b6d6f4ed85b4Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:17:22 GMT<p>This first episode of a three-part series takes a deeper dive into the 18 page draft of the proposed Universal Health Plan — breaking down key questions such as eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits package. <br />***</p><p><b>KEY TOPICS</b></p><ul><li>The values underlying the plan</li><li>Eligibility, enrollment &amp; coverage under the plan</li><li>This plan is a draft; share your thoughts directly with the Universal Health Plan Governance Board!</li></ul><p>***</p><p><b>KEY TAKEAWAYS</b></p><ul><li>The Universal Health Plan aims to cover all Oregon residents.</li><li>Current Oregon Health Plan (OHP/Medicaid) recipients would be covered under the plan without losing any benefits.</li><li>The UHPGB meets the 3rd Thursday of every month from 9am-12:30pm; members of the public can watch the meetings and submit testimony.</li><li>The Community Engagement subcommittee meets the 4th Wednesday of every month. Members of the public can call in between 5-6pm to submit your comments.</li></ul><p>***</p><p><b>IN THIS EPISODE</b></p><ul><li>00:00 Diving deep into the Universal Health Plan proposal</li><li>03:08 Core Principles of the Universal Health Plan</li><li>04:40 Who's eligible for the plan?</li><li>05:03 Who is not covered?</li><li>06:14 What would be the enrollment process?</li><li>07:52 What services are covered under the plan?</li><li>09:52 What about prescription drug coverage?</li><li>12:12 How would this affect OHP/Medicaid recipients?</li><li>13:27 No restricted provider networks</li><li>13:57 How to share your thoughts with the Governance Board!</li></ul><p>***</p><p><b>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</b></p><ul><li>Summary of the draft Universal Health Plan proposal: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/about/Documents/uhp-summary-for-2026-focus-groups.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/about/Documents/uhp-summary-for-2026-focus-groups.pdf</a></li><li>Universal Health Plan Governance Board website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oregon.gov/UHPGB" target="_blank">Oregon UHPGB</a></li></ul><p>***</p><p><b>FOLLOW HCAO &gt;&gt; </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.hcao.org" target="_blank">www.hcao.org</a></p>no00:15:195EP5: Deep Dive into the Draft Universal Health Plan || Part 1: Who’s Eligible & What’s Covered?full<![CDATA[EP4: What's in the Draft Universal Health Plan? (Short Synopsis)]]>Oregon's Universal Health Plan Governance Board (UHPGB) released a summary of its draft universal health plan proposal in spring 2026, gathering community feedback through focus groups across the state. We give you a tour of their side-by-side comparison of today's health care reality versus what would change under the plan. We touch on the biggest questions you have: what will it cost, what will it cover, and more. A deeper dive will follow in coming episodes! As we note, this is a DRAFT, and the UHPGB may revise it based on ongoing research and public input. The full document is available at hcao.org and on the UHPGB's website (see RESOURCES & LINKS below for the direct link). 

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KEY TOPICS

  • Overview of what's in Oregon's Universal Health Plan draft
  • Impact on taxes and income levels
  • Changes to health care coverage and access
  • Effects on providers and businesses

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IN THIS EPISODE

00:00 Brief summary of the DRAFT proposed Universal Health Plan in Oregon

04:36 How would things be different under the proposed Universal Health Plan?

05:12 Costs

08:01 Experience of care

08:56 Provider access and choice

09:44 Comprehensive coverage for all

11:39 Impact on employers/businesses

15:26 Impact on healthcare providers

17:33 Reducing administrative waste lowers costs

19:08 Consistent coverage

19:45 Simplified quality of care measurements

20:47 The Universal Health Plan Governance Board wants to hear from you!

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RESOURCES & LINKS

Oregon's Universal Health Plan Draft Document (April 2026 version)- https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/Documents/board-meetings/2026/20260416/UHP-summary-2026-focus-groups-intro.pdf

Physicians for a National Health Program - https://pnhp.org

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FOLLOW HEALTH CARE FOR ALL OREGON > https://hcao.org

]]>0c4ce963-84f5-4e7a-a222-51e720292b98Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:08:52 GMT<p>Oregon's Universal Health Plan Governance Board (UHPGB) released a summary of its draft universal health plan proposal in spring 2026, gathering community feedback through focus groups across the state. We give you a tour of their side-by-side comparison of today's health care reality versus what would change under the plan. We touch on the biggest questions you have: what will it cost, what will it cover, and more. A deeper dive will follow in coming episodes! As we note, this is a DRAFT, and the UHPGB may revise it based on ongoing research and public input. The full document is available at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://hcao.org" target="_blank">hcao.org</a> and on the UHPGB's website (see RESOURCES &amp; LINKS below for the direct link). </p><p>***</p><p>KEY TOPICS</p><ul><li>Overview of what's in Oregon's Universal Health Plan draft</li><li>Impact on taxes and income levels</li><li>Changes to health care coverage and access</li><li>Effects on providers and businesses</li></ul><p>***</p><p>IN THIS EPISODE</p><p>00:00 Brief summary of the DRAFT proposed Universal Health Plan in Oregon</p><p>04:36 How would things be different under the proposed Universal Health Plan?</p><p>05:12 Costs</p><p>08:01 Experience of care</p><p>08:56 Provider access and choice</p><p>09:44 Comprehensive coverage for all</p><p>11:39 Impact on employers/businesses</p><p>15:26 Impact on healthcare providers</p><p>17:33 Reducing administrative waste lowers costs</p><p>19:08 Consistent coverage</p><p>19:45 Simplified quality of care measurements</p><p>20:47 The Universal Health Plan Governance Board wants to hear from you!</p><p>***</p><p>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</p><p>Oregon's Universal Health Plan Draft Document (April 2026 version)- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/Documents/board-meetings/2026/20260416/UHP-summary-2026-focus-groups-intro.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/Documents/board-meetings/2026/20260416/UHP-summary-2026-focus-groups-intro.pdf</a></p><p>Physicians for a National Health Program - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pnhp.org" target="_blank">https://pnhp.org</a></p><p>***</p><p>FOLLOW HEALTH CARE FOR ALL OREGON &gt; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hcao.org" target="_blank">https://hcao.org</a></p><p></p>no00:22:14EP4: What's in the Draft Universal Health Plan? (Short Synopsis)full<![CDATA[EP3: Universal Health Care 101 - Defining Universal Health Care]]>What do we really mean when we say "universal health care?" Do some states already have it? And what’s socialized medicine? In this episode, we define what universal health care is, discuss different ways healthcare systems can be designed, and clear up some common misconceptions. Perfect for anyone wanting to understand the specific goals of universal health care and start to explore its different structures. 

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KEY TOPICS

What "universal health care" actually means

Coverage vs. access: what's the difference

Four models of health care systems: Beveridge, Bismarck, NHI, Out-of-Pocket

How financing and delivery differ

Real-world examples: UK, Germany, Canada, Taiwan

Common misconceptions and political debates

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IN THIS EPISODE

00:00 Introduction to Universal Healthcare 101

01:14 Defining Universal Healthcare

08:03 Understanding Coverage vs. Access

12:10 Financing vs. Delivery in Healthcare

16:32 The Beveridge Model Explained

17:25 The Bismarck Model Overview

20:20 National Health Insurance Model

27:03 The Out-of-Pocket Model

28:46 Key Takeaways

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RESOURCES

World Health Organization - Universal Health Coverage - https://www.who.int/health-topics/universal-health-coverage

UK National Health Service (NHS) - https://www.nhs.uk

Bismarck Model - Germany’s Healthcare System - https://www.germany.info/us-en/healthcare

Canada Health Act - https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-care-system/health-care-acts.html

Taiwan National Health Insurance - https://www.nhi.gov.tw/English/Index.aspx

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FOLLOW HCAO > www.hcao.org

]]>e5f52647-7499-4e27-9de7-c9cfc9d6ff32Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:38:50 GMT<p>What do we really mean when we say "universal health care?" Do some states already have it? And what’s socialized medicine? In this episode, we define what universal health care is, discuss different ways healthcare systems can be designed, and clear up some common misconceptions. Perfect for anyone wanting to understand the specific goals of universal health care and start to explore its different structures. </p><p>***</p><p><b>KEY TOPICS</b></p><p>What "universal health care" actually means</p><p>Coverage vs. access: what's the difference</p><p>Four models of health care systems: Beveridge, Bismarck, NHI, Out-of-Pocket</p><p>How financing and delivery differ</p><p>Real-world examples: UK, Germany, Canada, Taiwan</p><p>Common misconceptions and political debates</p><p>***</p><p><b>IN THIS EPISODE</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Universal Healthcare 101</p><p>01:14 Defining Universal Healthcare</p><p>08:03 Understanding Coverage vs. Access</p><p>12:10 Financing vs. Delivery in Healthcare</p><p>16:32 The Beveridge Model Explained</p><p>17:25 The Bismarck Model Overview</p><p>20:20 National Health Insurance Model</p><p>27:03 The Out-of-Pocket Model</p><p>28:46 Key Takeaways</p><p>***</p><p><b>RESOURCES</b></p><p>World Health Organization - Universal Health Coverage - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.who.int/health-topics/universal-health-coverage" target="_blank">https://www.who.int/health-topics/universal-health-coverage</a></p><p>UK National Health Service (NHS) - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nhs.uk" target="_blank">https://www.nhs.uk</a></p><p>Bismarck Model - Germany’s Healthcare System - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.germany.info/us-en/healthcare" target="_blank">https://www.germany.info/us-en/healthcare</a></p><p>Canada Health Act - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-care-system/health-care-acts.html" target="_blank">https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-care-system/health-care-acts.html</a></p><p>Taiwan National Health Insurance - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nhi.gov.tw/English/Index.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.nhi.gov.tw/English/Index.aspx</a></p><p>***</p><p><b>FOLLOW HCAO</b> &gt; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.hcao.org" target="_blank">www.hcao.org</a></p>no00:21:173EP3: Universal Health Care 101 - Defining Universal Health Carefull<![CDATA[EP2: The U.S. vs. Universal Health Care]]>Why does America need universal health care? We break down the biggest failures of our current healthcare system, from skyrocketing costs and administrative waste to unjust gaps in access - and show how universal health care offers proven solutions. We explore how the shift to a universal system can save lives, cut costs, and improve health outcomes.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • The U.S. healthcare system is failing on cost, access, and outcomes; despite spending more than any other country, millions still can't get care.
  • Administrative waste drives high costs. A huge share of healthcare spending goes to billing, paperwork, and insurance overhead rather than actual care.
  • Access to care isn't equal. Where you live, your income, and your job all shape whether you can get timely, affordable treatment.
  • Universal health care isn't untested. Other countries use proven models that cut costs while improving health outcomes.
  • The case for change is about lives, not just economics. A universal system could save lives while reducing what we collectively spend.

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KEY TOPICS

Systemic problems in US health care

Benefits of universal health care

Impact of insurance companies on care

Healthcare costs and administrative waste

Health disparities and access issues

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IN THIS EPISODE

04:45 Higher spending; worse health outcomes

06:53 Delaying care due to costs

09:01 Private insurance interfering in physician decisions

13:04 Healthworker burn-out

14:28 Administrative waste and bloat

16:17 Insurance tied to employment

17:39 Medical bankruptcy: a uniquely American crisis

18:50 Prescription drug prices: a global comparison

20:11 Bulk purchasing power saves money

21:05 The healthcare burden on businesses

22:31 Inequities in access to health care

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LINKS TO CITED DATA

5:06 - 5:31 https://bit.ly/4wkleLl

6:37 https://bit.ly/4hWdZp9; https://bit.ly/4bDBhw7

7:04 https://bit.ly/4bBSnuk

10:08 https://bit.ly/4fXB73T

10:58 https://bit.ly/4wcFMoE

12:30 https://bit.ly/4znVjFl

13:50 https://bit.ly/3RXqExp; https://bit.ly/4fK6Dng

15:50 https://bit.ly/4fLVNxd

18:03 https://bit.ly/4hTu0ft

19:02 https://bit.ly/4g15DKv

22:51 https://bit.ly/4z6y4PO; https://bit.ly/4giHoZj

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LEARN MORE > www.hcao.org

]]>1709941e-034e-46ea-9961-8f76ae7a4d56Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:03:32 GMT<p>Why does America need universal health care? We break down the biggest failures of our current healthcare system, from skyrocketing costs and administrative waste to unjust gaps in access - and show how universal health care offers proven solutions. We explore how the shift to a universal system can save lives, cut costs, and improve health outcomes.</p><p>***</p><p><b>KEY TAKEAWAYS</b></p><ul><li><b>The U.S. healthcare system is failing on cost, access, and outcomes</b>; despite spending more than any other country, millions still can't get care.</li><li><b>Administrative waste drives high costs</b>. A huge share of healthcare spending goes to billing, paperwork, and insurance overhead rather than actual care.</li><li><b>Access to care isn't equal</b>. Where you live, your income, and your job all shape whether you can get timely, affordable treatment.</li><li><b>Universal health care isn't untested</b>. Other countries use proven models that cut costs while improving health outcomes.</li><li><b>The case for change is about lives, not just economics</b>. A universal system could save lives while reducing what we collectively spend.</li></ul><p>***<br /><b>KEY TOPICS</b></p><p>Systemic problems in US health care</p><p>Benefits of universal health care</p><p>Impact of insurance companies on care</p><p>Healthcare costs and administrative waste</p><p>Health disparities and access issues</p><p>***</p><p><b>IN THIS EPISODE</b></p><p>04:45 Higher spending; worse health outcomes</p><p>06:53 Delaying care due to costs</p><p>09:01 Private insurance interfering in physician decisions</p><p>13:04 Healthworker burn-out</p><p>14:28 Administrative waste and bloat</p><p>16:17 Insurance tied to employment</p><p>17:39 Medical bankruptcy: a uniquely American crisis</p><p>18:50 Prescription drug prices: a global comparison</p><p>20:11 Bulk purchasing power saves money</p><p>21:05 The healthcare burden on businesses</p><p>22:31 Inequities in access to health care</p><p>***</p><p><b>LINKS TO CITED DATA</b></p><p><b>5:06 - 5:31</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4wkleLl" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4wkleLl</a></p><p><b>6:37</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4hWdZp9" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4hWdZp9</a>; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4bDBhw7" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4bDBhw7</a></p><p><b>7:04</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4bBSnuk" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4bBSnuk</a></p><p><b>10:08</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4fXB73T" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4fXB73T</a></p><p><b>10:58</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4wcFMoE" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4wcFMoE</a></p><p><b>12:30</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4znVjFl" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4znVjFl</a></p><p><b>13:50</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/3RXqExp" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3RXqExp</a>; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4fK6Dng" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4fK6Dng</a></p><p><b>15:50 </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4fLVNxd" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4fLVNxd</a></p><p><b>18:03</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4hTu0ft" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4hTu0ft</a></p><p><b>19:02 </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4g15DKv" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4g15DKv</a></p><p><b>22:51</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4z6y4PO" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4z6y4PO</a>; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/4giHoZj" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4giHoZj</a></p><p>***</p><p><b>LEARN MORE</b> &gt; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.hcao.org" target="_blank">www.hcao.org</a></p>no00:23:342EP2: The U.S. vs. Universal Health Carefull<![CDATA[EP1: Introducing The Health Care for All Podcast]]>What is universal health care, and how is Oregon on track to become the first state in the country to adopt it? This new podcast, brought to you by the non-profit Health Care for All Oregon, introduces listeners to what universal health care really means, how it compares to America's current system, and how Oregon is working to win it. In this first teaser episode, you'll meet your hosts and get a birds-eye view of what is happening in Oregon and what to expect from future episodes. Whether or not you live in Oregon, this podcast aims to give you a clear understanding of universal health care and how everyday people can get involved in shaping health care reform wherever they live.

It's complicated. Let's talk about it!

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HOST NAMES

Dr. Rebecca Schoon and Collin Stackhouse

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ACTION ITEMS

Visit hcao.org to volunteer or donate

Sign up for the HCAO 101 class

Submit questions for future episodes
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IN THIS EPISODE

00:00 Intro to the Health Care for All Podcast, brought to you by Health Care for All Oregon

01:55 The purpose of the podcast

03:01 Meet your hosts

04:00 Who Is Health Care for All Oregon?

06:10 What is the Universal Health Plan Governance Board?

06:54 Oregon's timeline to universal health care

08:59 What to expect from future episodes

10:14 How to get involved

11:38 Call to action

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RESOURCES & LINKS

Learn about Healthcare for All Oregon (HCAO) - https://hcao.org

Donate to HCAO here - https://www.hcao.org/donate

Learn about the Oregon Universal Health Plan Governance Board - https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/pages/index.aspx

]]>65c3babe-5dc5-4294-8b8b-8a4b556cb784Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:11:22 GMT<p>What is universal health care, and how is Oregon on track to become the first state in the country to adopt it? This new podcast, brought to you by the non-profit Health Care for All Oregon, introduces listeners to what universal health care really means, how it compares to America's current system, and how Oregon is working to win it. In this first teaser episode, you'll meet your hosts and get a birds-eye view of what is happening in Oregon and what to expect from future episodes. Whether or not you live in Oregon, this podcast aims to give you a clear understanding of universal health care and how everyday people can get involved in shaping health care reform wherever they live.</p><p></p><p>It's complicated. Let's talk about it!</p><p></p><p><b>***</b></p><p><b>HOST NAMES</b></p><p>Dr. Rebecca Schoon and Collin Stackhouse</p><p>***</p><p><b>ACTION ITEMS</b></p><p>Visit<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://hcao.org" target="_blank"> hcao.org</a> to volunteer or donate</p><p>Sign up for the HCAO 101 class</p><p>Submit questions for future episodes<br />***</p><p><b>IN THIS EPISODE</b></p><p>00:00 Intro to the Health Care for All Podcast, brought to you by Health Care for All Oregon</p><p>01:55 The purpose of the podcast</p><p>03:01 Meet your hosts</p><p>04:00 Who Is Health Care for All Oregon?</p><p>06:10 What is the Universal Health Plan Governance Board?</p><p>06:54 Oregon's timeline to universal health care</p><p>08:59 What to expect from future episodes</p><p>10:14 How to get involved</p><p>11:38 Call to action</p><p>***</p><p><b>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</b></p><p>Learn about Healthcare for All Oregon (HCAO) -<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hcao.org" target="_blank"> https://hcao.org</a></p><p>Donate to HCAO here -<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hcao.org/donate" target="_blank"> https://www.hcao.org/donate</a></p><p>Learn about the Oregon Universal Health Plan Governance Board -<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/pages/index.aspx" target="_blank"> https://www.oregon.gov/uhpgb/pages/index.aspx</a></p>no00:12:201EP1: Introducing The Health Care for All Podcastfull