An Arm and a Leg

Health & Wellness Podcasts

A podcast. Because we need to talk about the cost of health care

Episodes

If they're going to take you for $3,000 — for stitches! — why can't they at least tell you the price upfront?

What if this podcast were a musical? Well, here's what it would sound like.

Mom vs. Texas

Hey there! Season 3 is coming November 14. Here’s a preview.

Hey there! Season 3 is coming November 14. Here’s a preview.

A place where they do health care more cheaply and effectively. (And yes, it’s in the U.S.)

An actor walks into a doctor’s office…

Whoa, this medical device is spying on me. In my sleep. So my insurer can deny me coverage.

The insane, surprising history behind insulin’s crazy price (and some hopeful signs in the wild)

Coming next week: The price of insulin

Why are drug prices so random? Meet Mr. PBM

How much for an MRI? Well, that depends…

To get paid, hospitals get creative

We thought we had adulted properly

We’re back! Here’s a taste of Season 2, launching June 4.

Is it ever appropriate to fudge a little? (Season One, episode 8)

Why are ER bills so crazy? With Sarah Kliff of Vox.com. (Season One, episode 7)

Why Health Insurance Actually Sucks (Season One, episode 6)

So, Robin Hood’s got an approach to medical bills. (Season One, episode 5)

Why you (and I) will likely pick the wrong health-insurance plan (Season One, episode 4)