Topic: Medical Profit

2 chapters across the catalog

Maiden America
Episode 1493 2:39:04 - 2:42:35

1493: Maiden America

Planned Parenthood Puberty Blocker Promotion

Planned Parenthood is criticized for distributing educational materials that encourage teenagers to consider puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy. The organization describes these medical interventions as "safe" and a way to "buy time" for gender identity exploration. The hosts argue that Planned Parenthood's involvement is primarily a financial venture, expanding their business model into the lucrative field of pediatric gender medicine.

Shetard
Episode 1374 34:38 - 38:09

1374: Shetard

Nursing Crisis, Hospital Profitability, Patient Satisfaction

An email from a nurse producer outlines the deteriorating conditions in the healthcare system, including the use of incentive pay and the pressure to hide understaffing. The report claims that non-profit hospitals made record profits while prorating staff bonuses based on sick calls. The contributor expresses a desire to leave the profession due to a toxic management environment.