In this episode, we take a deep dive into Medicaid, the massive joint federal-state program that provides health insurance to over 85 million low-income and disabled Americans. We trace the program’s history from its establishment in 1965 under President Lyndon B. Johnson to its significant expansion under the Affordable Care Act in 2010.

We then break down the major recent overhaul of the system: the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," signed by President Donald Trump on July 4, 2025. We analyze how this new legislation introduces work requirements for able-bodied adults, mandates increased fees for coverage, and imposes stricter verification rules. Listen in to understand the projected impact of these changes, including the Congressional Budget Office's estimate that millions of people may lose their coverage due to red tape and funding cuts.