Topic: Insurance Cancellation

2 chapters across the catalog

Dadgum
Episode 1783 1:33:24 - 1:40:11

1783: Dadgum

Steve Miller Band, Climate Change Tour Cancellation

The Steve Miller Band canceled a 31-concert North American tour, citing extreme weather risks including heatwaves and flooding. CNN's Bill Weir reported that rising insurance costs for outdoor festivals are making tours prohibitive. Critics suggest poor ticket sales may be the actual cause. The hosts mention Miller's membership in the Bohemian Grove and a recent wage theft lawsuit filed by workers at the exclusive club.

Hornet's Nest
Episode 560 39:34 - 45:11

560: Hornet's Nest

Affordable Care Act Insurance Cancellations, Sticker Shock

Reports indicate that hundreds of thousands of Americans are receiving insurance cancellation notices because their existing plans do not meet Affordable Care Act standards. The resulting "sticker shock" involves higher premiums and significantly increased deductibles, contradicting previous presidential promises regarding plan retention.