A health policy expert joins us to look at proposals to improve Medicare. Then, we learn more about the top trends in baby names with an expert who tracks them.
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The future of Medicare
President Joe Biden’s budget proposal includes his plan to extend Medicare’s solvency for the next 25 years. Republicans have their own ideas on maintaining the Medicare system. We talk to a public health policy expert about the different proposals and the future of Medicare.
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What's In A Name, Baby? The Top Naming Trends of 2023 (So Far)
Baby name expert Laura Wattenberg has been tracking trends in naming for years. She shares the most popular names of the last year…along with unique names coming onto the scene, and the rise of four short nicknames for boys. Plus–is Robert due for a comeback?
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Lee Rayburn Producer
- Rob Ferrett Producer
- Tom Oliver Guest
- Laura Wattenberg Guest
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