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The Heart of Healthcare | A Digital Health Podcast

Massively Better Healthcare
Mental Health
Healthcare Innovation
Generative AI
Digital Health
Stress Management
Abridge
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Value-Based Care
Patient-Led Healthcare
Eating Disorders
Women's Health
Resilience
Work-Life Balance
AI In Healthcare
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Social Media
Rebel Health Movement
Peer-To-Peer Healthcare
Cityblock Health
Health Equity

šŸ† #1 podcast in the Top 100 Health Tech All-time charts

Join us every Monday for conversations with the biggest names in digital health. Hosted by digital health veterans Halle Tecco, Michael Esquivel, and Steve Kraus.

Learn more and submit your ideas for the show at the Heart of Healthcare website.

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Latest Episodes

This week, Steve sits down with Ankit Jain, co-founder and CEO of Infinitus Systems, to talk about why voice-based AI has become one of the most rapidly adopted tools in healthcare operations, what’s actually working in the field, and where the hype ... more

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Is 2026 the year that changes everything in healthcare?

Steve and Halle sit down with legendary healthcare VC Annie Lamont for their annual predictions episode to dive into 2026 predictions and trends that founders and operators should pay attention... more

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For our first episode of 2026, Dr. Ezekiel ā€œZekeā€ Emanuel, oncologist, bioethicist, architect of the Affordable Care Act, and author of Eat Your Ice Cream joins us to share why he believes the longevity movement is overblown and how real health comes... more

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We’re closing out the year with a candid conversation about where America is headed.

For our final episode of 2025, Halle and Steve sit down with entrepreneur and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang to talk plainly about the forces reshaping A... more

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Recent Guests

Ankit Jain
Co-founder and CEO of Infinitus Systems
Infinitus Systems
Episode: Is Healthcare the Ultimate Test for AI? | Ankit Jain
Annie Lamont
Legendary VC known for her insights on healthcare investments
VC Firm
Episode: šŸ”® 2026 Digital Health Predictions | Annie Lamont
Ezekiel Emanuel
Prominent American oncologist, bioethicist, and healthcare policy advisor
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: The Antidote to the ā€œIndustrial Wellness Complexā€ | Zeke Emanuel
Andrew Yang
Entrepreneur and former presidential candidate
Venture for America
Episode: Former Presidential Candidate Gets Real About America's Future | Andrew Yang 🧢
Hemant Taneja
CEO of General Catalyst and author of The Transformation Principles, advocating for innovation in healthcare.
General Catalyst
Episode: Soul-Driven Healthcare Investing | General Catalyst CEO Hemant Taneja
Emily Melton
Co-founder of Threshold Ventures
Threshold Ventures
Episode: The Haves & Have-Nots Of 2025 | Threshold Ventures Co-founder Emily Melton
Dr. Jennifer Schneider
Co-founder and CEO of Homeward, focuses on healthcare delivery in rural America
Homeward
Episode: Fixing Rural Healthcare Before It Collapses | Homeward Co-founder & CEO Dr. Jennifer Schneider
Zackary Ziegler
Co-founder and CTO of OpenEvidence
OpenEvidence
Episode: How a Small Team Built the Fastest-Growing Clinician App Ever | OpenEvidence Co-founder & CTO Zack Ziegler
Tyler Shultz
The whistleblower who helped bring down Theranos and advocate for ethical practices in startups.
Episode: Truth, Power, and the Cost of Speaking Up | Theranos Whistleblower Tyler Shultz

Hosts

Halle Tecco
Host with a strong background in digital health, advocating for innovative approaches and ethical practices in the healthcare sector.
Michael Esquivel
Co-host with expertise in healthcare investing and innovation, contributing valuable insights during discussions.
Steve Kraus
Co-host with a deep understanding of healthcare trends and investment strategies, actively engaging in dialogue with guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 298 ratings
  • This podcast should be required listening!

    This is the best podcast for anyone serious about the future of healthcare. It should be required listening for anyone building a health tech company, investing in one or those trying to understand where healthcare is headed over the next decade.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph Cartin
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hemant Making Big Swings on Healthcare

    Fascinating stuff on General Catalyst's healthcare bets. Hemant's whole "health assurance" framework actually makes sense. Loved "just because you hit a billion in revenue in healthcare doesn't mean you've solved anything real."

    The Summa Health story was fascinating -- GC buying a hospital to prove portfolio companies can work at scale.

    Best part was his take on AI in healthcare. While everyone's freaking out about resistance to AI, he points out hospitals are adopting it FASTER than anyone be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drjrik
    United Statesa month ago
  • My go-to podcast for all things healthcare

    I’ve been a long-time listener of The Heart of Healthcare and continue to be impressed by the caliber of guests and depth of conversation. The hosts bring on respected leaders and influential voices from across the healthcare ecosystem to unpack where the industry is today and where it’s going. I always look forward to their monthly digital health download episodes too - smart, digestible roundups of the biggest news and trends shaping healthcare. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to stay gr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonogramLove
    United States2 months ago
  • Favorite Healthcare podcast

    Truly my favorite healthcare podcast! It is insightful, engaging, and even inspiring. The hosts have a way of making healthcare approachable, that is hard to replicate. They cover so many topics within digital health and have phenomenal guests that also reflect that range. I recommend it to all of my friends that are interested in the space. It’s the best one stop shop to stay up to date on what is happening in digital health.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cdy123cdy
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Really outstanding guests, clearly communicated, engaging, and insightful. An excellent podcast :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jabracaglia
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for featuring outstanding guests and providing insightful, engaging discussions.
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Reviewers highlight the informative nature of episodes, emphasizing the combination of expert interviews and current relevance in healthcare topics.
The show is regarded as a go-to resource for understanding healthcare innovation, delivering content that balances depth and accessibility.

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Talking Points

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The Antidote to the ā€œIndustrial Wellness Complexā€ | Zeke Emanuel
Q: What do you think could drastically improve the healthcare system by 2040?
We need to redesign our system to achieve universal coverage, reasonable costs, high-quality care, and satisfaction among patients and providers.
The Antidote to the ā€œIndustrial Wellness Complexā€ | Zeke Emanuel
Q: What do you think the biggest issue in healthcare is right now?
The public dissatisfaction with the complexity and cost of the healthcare system is growing rapidly.
šŸ”® 2026 Digital Health Predictions | Annie Lamont
Q: How would you summarize 2025 for the healthcare industry?
Annie describes 2025 as a particularly brutal year for health plans, citing significant challenges faced by the payer side of the industry.
Former Presidential Candidate Gets Real About America's Future | Andrew Yang 🧢
Q: How do you think the ACA debate shapes up and what will its impact be on the 2026 election?
The picture does not look good right now for some kind of action by year end, leading to millions seeing premium spikes.
Former Presidential Candidate Gets Real About America's Future | Andrew Yang 🧢
Q: Do you think that we are in a different place now in terms of coming together on healthcare costs going too far than we were when you ran?
Yes, public sentiment has shifted even more toward recognizing the need to deal with rising healthcare costs.

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A dynamic exploration of the ever-evolving landscape of digital health, featuring engaging discussions with prominent figures across the healthcare and technology sectors. The content frequently revolves around topics such as healthcare innovation, venture capital, and the intersection of technology with patient care. Noteworthy episodes highlight responsible capitalism, the challenges of rural healthcare delivery, and the rise of AI in healthcare, providing listeners with valuable insights into both current trends and substantial forward-looking discussions. With a focus on actionable solutions rather than mere criticism, the conversations are likely to resonate with anyone interested in the future of healthcare.

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1. Ankit Jain
2. Annie Lamont
3. Ezekiel Emanuel
4. Andrew Yang
5. Hemant Taneja
6. Emily Melton
7. Dr. Jennifer Schneider
8. Zackary Ziegler

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