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Hoosier Health Matters

The Good Trouble Coalition
Indiana
Medicaid
Crisis Pregnancy Centers
Public Health
Good Trouble Coalition
Senate Concurrent Resolution 24
Senate Bill 2
Medical Debt
House Bill 1169
Fentanyl Test Strips
Public Health Funding
Sex Education
Terminated Pregnancy Reports
Indiana General Assembly
Harm Reduction
Flu Vaccine
Legislative Session
Health Care Debt
CDC Guidelines
Healthy Indiana Plan

Hoosier Health Matters focuses on the pressing health policy issues in Indiana and tries to make this stuff not boring. Hosted by Gabriel Bosslet and Tracey Wilkinson, board members of the Good Trouble Coalition, this podcast brings together healthcare and public health stakeholders to discuss, educate, and advocate for patient-centered care, public health, and health equity. It will focus on stat... more

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Hoosier Health Matters

Season 1, Episode 29

Date: 11/14/2025

Title:  Indiana Freezes Childcare Vouchers, Legislators Target Mifepristone, and Why Syringe Exchange Matters

00:00- Intro

2:15- we will not have an episode the week of Thanksgiving- wi... more

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Season 1, Episode 28 

Date: 10/31/2025 

Title:  Indiana’s Medical Debt Shrug, SNAP Shutdown, and all you could want to know about FQHCs

00:00- Intro

3:05- They are going to try and re-gerrymander Indiana. Which is good for ... more

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Season 1, Episode 27 

Date: 10/17/2025 

Title:  Why we stay in Indiana and why the government shutdown over public health is important

00:00- Intro

1:37- CDC director uses his best vibes to call for the separation of the M... more

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Season 1, Episode 26 

Date: 10/3/2025 

Title:  Tylenol, Leucovorin, and Mifepristone—When “Science” Serves Politics, Not Patients

00:00- Intro

02:00- A school board north of Fort Wayne removes 6 books from the shelves, bas... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Shane Avery
An ER physician who fought on the front lines during the outbreak
Episode: Indiana Freezes Childcare Vouchers, Legislators Target Mifepristone, and Why Syringe Exchange Matters
Alan Wichey
CEO of Damien Center, which operates a syringe services program
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Episode: Indiana Freezes Childcare Vouchers, Legislators Target Mifepristone, and Why Syringe Exchange Matters
Staci Walters
Chief Quality and Compliance Officer at a Federally Qualified Health Center.
Episode: Indiana’s Medical Debt Shrug, SNAP Shutdown, and all you could want to know about FQHCs
Veronica Santana-Ufret
OBGYN and resident at IU School of Medicine, committed to practicing in Indiana.
IU School of Medicine
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Debby Holcombe
Mother of Michael, who has cerebral palsy and requires extensive care
Episode: Is gerrymandering a public health issue? (hint: yes) and a family facing cuts to medicaid waivers
Dr. Haley Pritchard
Infectious diseases physician at IU School of Medicine.
IU School of Medicine
Episode: BONUS episode: Questions answered about getting vaccines this fall
Dr. Veronica Vernon
Pharmacy professor at Butler University.
Butler University
Episode: BONUS episode: Questions answered about getting vaccines this fall
Dr. Meg Carlson
Director of Health Services for Indianapolis Public Schools, recognized as Indiana School Nurse Administrator of the Year and National Immunization Champion by the CDC.
Indianapolis Public Schools
Episode: The enshittification of the CDC and (unrelated) all you want to know about school based health centers
Amber Dowd
Mother of son Arlo, diagnosed with hydrocephalus
Episode: Lived experience: an interview on the personal toll of Indiana's reproductive politics

Hosts

Gabriel Bosslet
Pulmonary Critical Care Physician and founding president of Good Trouble, focusing on patient-centered healthcare and advocating for public health issues.
Tracey Wilkinson
Pediatrician and health services researcher, advocating for health equity and community health issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Educate and initiate

    In a world where FACTS matter, this is a fabulous podcast for information. I enjoy learning about the bills and statehouse happenings, but most importantly how to initiate taking actions to make a difference.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NikNak9927
    United States6 months ago
  • New favorite local podcast!!

    Informative and succinct, now a regular part of my commute weekly!! Thank you for creating this podcast. Only for those of us with poor memory for numbers and bills, can you please reiterate what certain bills are when you mention them in the podcast?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    7wkmom
    United States8 months ago
  • Great information

    I really enjoy this quick and informative pod case.

    My only complaint would be it is a little echoey and hard to listen to at times.

    I followed you all through Covid and greatly appreciated your updates

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Whitjanae
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent content

    THANK YOU for these quick, thoughtful, easy to understand updates, I appreciate you so much! I hope you’ll continue providing content even after the legislative session ends, since the world of public health is under continuous assault right now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wonkafonka
    United States8 months ago
  • Great job!

    Really found this well done and informative, first listen 3/9. Live up north where news from Indy is not easy to come by. Will

    spread the word here. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cab453
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many express gratitude towards the hosts' expertise and commitment to educating listeners on public health challenges in Indiana.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging approach, often highlighting the importance of understanding local health policy.
The podcast is recognized for making complex health issues accessible to the general audience, leading to its popularity among people involved in health advocacy.

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Indiana Freezes Childcare Vouchers, Legislators Target Mifepristone, and Why Syringe Exchange Matters
Q: What exactly happened in 2015, and how did you find yourself on the front lines during the Scott County HIV outbreak?
The outbreak started with reuse of syringes among people who inject drugs, leading to a dramatic increase in HIV diagnoses.
Indiana’s Medical Debt Shrug, SNAP Shutdown, and all you could want to know about FQHCs
Q: What are some of the biggest barriers that Hoosiers face when trying to access basic care?
Barriers include costs, transportation, insurance coverage, childcare, and reapplying for insurance.
Indiana’s Medical Debt Shrug, SNAP Shutdown, and all you could want to know about FQHCs
Q: What is an FQHC?
A federally qualified health center is a community-based clinic that provides comprehensive care, integrated care to anyone, regardless of insurance, income or immigration status.
Why we stay in Indiana and why the government shutdown over public health is important
Q: What gives you hope about the future of practicing medicine in Indiana?
Witnessing the commitment and growth of a supportive healthcare community gives hope for a resilient future in Indiana.
Why we stay in Indiana and why the government shutdown over public health is important
Q: Is there any way that we can kind of quantify a significant number of physicians that are leaving?
While some studies suggest fluctuations in physician recruitment in restrictive states, the overall impact on OBGYNs remains mixed, indicating a complicated landscape in healthcare retention.

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Focusing on critical health policy issues in Indiana, the content highlights the intersection of healthcare, public health, and legislative developments. The hosts actively engage with various stakeholders to shed light on significant topics such as medical debt, gerrymandering, reproductive rights, and the implications of recent government decisions impacting public health. Episodes feature expert guests who provide insights and advocate for health equity and patient-centered care, making complex issues more approachable. Unique to this discussion is a strong emphasis on state-level policies and their broader implications for community health, ensuring that listeners are informed and empowered to take action.

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1. Dr. Shane Avery
2. Alan Wichey
3. Staci Walters
4. Veronica Santana-Ufret
5. Debby Holcombe
6. Dr. Haley Pritchard
7. Dr. Veronica Vernon
8. Dr. Meg Carlson

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