It's Mocktails and PBM Mockery!From schadenfreude moments like CVS's stock drop, to the differences between kickbacks and healthcare rebates (there are none), and even a foray into political process - listen in as the PBM Rocks cocktail crew gets real about the status of PBM reform efforts, and why it's so important to get involved.Special Guests: Dave Bagot & Mark BoesenEpisode (Mock)tail Menu:Kentucky MuleCoconut MojitoCoca-Cola (on the rocks)Diet Pepsi (in a can)Local Draft IPAFor this episode's and all PBM on the Rocks' cocktail recipes, visit TruthRx.org/PBM-on-the-RocksPBM on the Rocks music by JuliusHEditing & Production by Shannon Wightman-Girard

From recent federal hearings and impending legislative action, to pharmacy DIR fees, copay accumulators, and whole host of other PBM fraud-based practices - in this special girls' night episode, the women of pharmacy put pharmacy benefit manipulator practices in their rightful place... 6 feet under.with special guests Brandi Chane & Teresa DickinsonEpisode Cocktail Menu:Spiked Ice Cream FloatLime RickeyHurricaneWhite Wine SpritzerFor PBM on the Rocks cocktail recipes, visit TruthRx.org/PBM-on-the-RocksOpening music by JuliusHProduction: Shannon Wightman-Girard

Episode 6: Pharmacy Deserts, Corporate Greed, & a Rob RoyHave you ever wondered why some insurance plans require patients to travel to a pharmacy 20 to 30 minutes away for their prescriptions instead of covering prescriptions at the patient's local nearby pharmacy? Or, why lobbyists publish opinion articles in national news sources claiming that PBMs lower costs and save employers money, yet both prescription costs and premiums seem to be constantly rising?Welcome to this month's cocktail hour. From issues with lobbyists, brokers, & corporate greed; to state & federal politics, PhRMA, & why shopping local includes your neighborhood independent pharmacy - no area of healthcare is safe when it comes to this discussion!Featuring Special Guest John Farina with the AIDS Healthcare FoundationOpening music by JuliusH from Pixabay" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="ql-size-small">JuliusHThis Month's Cocktail Menu:Rob RoyLimoncelloMargarita Hard SeltzerIPAFor cocktail recipes & additional insights, visit our website: TruthRx.org/pbm-on-the-rocks

Episode 5: GPOs, Small Business Economics, & a Sweet TeaDid you know that Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) are PBMs' even more shadowy twin, and they're being formed to add additional layers of complexity into the drug pricing market? Listen in as the PUTT Cocktail Crew welcomes Texas independent pharmacy owner Brandi Chane, and patient advocate Julie Hoffman to the table. From the dangers of GPOs, to copay accumulators, pharmacy deserts, "loss leaders", and their destructive economic effect on small business pharmacies and their patients - it's an illuminating conversation you don't want to miss!Opening music by JuliusH from Pixabay" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="ql-size-small">JuliusHProduction by Shannon Wightman-GirardEpisode Cocktail Menu:ManhattanIrish WhiskeyMimosa SeltzerSweet Tea

The Cinco de Mayo EpisodeThis cocktail hour the gang welcomes nonprofit healthcare foundation CEO Jeffery Lewis and PUTT Vice President Lauren Young, for a conversation that twists and turns through PBM-created issues such as rebate aggregators, patient access, underwater reimbursements, and how ultimately, a small group of determined individuals can make a difference against the vertically-integrated health-no-care machine.Featuring: Monique Whitney, Jeremy Counts, Brian Nyquist, Jeffery Lewis, Lauren Young, & Shannon Wightman-GirardClick the links to learn more about the Legacy Health Endowment, EMC Health Foundation, the National Infusion Center Association, and Pharmacists United for Truth & TransparencyEpisode Cocktail Menu:PalomaMexican MuleSangriaPineapple-Infused WaterBeer (pick your fave)Opening music by JuliusHProduction: Shannon Wightman-Girard

Episode 3: Beating Optum, Bad Marketing, & a Tia MariaFrom fraud allegations, to legal smackdowns and new regulation legislation; public opinion of pharmacy benefit managers and their health insurance parent companies is steadily swirling towards a comedic death spiral. Listen in as the PUTT crew and independent pharmacy legal eagle Mark Cuker and discuss his recent lawsuit wins, legislative language strategies, and pointing out the stupidly obvious in PBM attempts at rebranding. Hosts: Monique Whitney, Jeremy Counts, Shannon Wightman-Girard Special Guests: Mark Cuker, Lauren YoungTo learn more about the PUNCH lawsuit discussed in this episode, email Mark Cuker at Mark@CukerLaw.comEpisode Cocktail Menu:Tia Maria CoffeePalomaEspresso MartiniIced WhiskeyHot Tea ToddyOpening music by JuliusHProduction: Shannon Wightman-Girard

Episode 2: NPI Number Fraud, PBC Problems & BourbonGrab a glass! From re-victimization of pharmacies dealing with the fallout from stolen NPI numbers, to PCMA's new PBM rebranding campaign & the recent Senate hearing on pharmacy benefit manager/company transparency… you never know what might be revealed when pharmacy industry professionals discuss PBM (aka PBC) tactics over drinks.Hosts: PUTT's Monique Whitney, Lord Dr. Jeremy Counts, and Shannon Wightman-GirardSpecial Guests: Texas independent pharmacy owner Leah Allen, PharmD; APRx Senior VP of Sales Ryan Gevara; & APRx General Counsel Miguel RodriguezToday's Cocktail Menu:SidecarMargaritaBourbon (neat)Scotch (on the rocks)the Lord Dr JeremyTwisted EnergyOpening music by JuliusHPodcast Production Team: Shannon Wightman-Girard, Logan Smith

Insiders in the healthcare industry experience the atrocities of pharmacy benefit managers' unethical business practices every day - but many of their middleman shenanigans are hidden from public view.Welcome to our happy hour style, no holds barred conversation! Join hosts Monique Whitney, Brian Nyquist, Jeremy Counts, and show producer Shannon Wightman-Girard as they discuss (over cocktails) the REAL story of PBMs' effect on the U.S. healthcare system. This Episode's Special Guests: PUTT President Deborah Keaveny, & APCI General Counsel Greg ReyboldMusic by JuliusH from Pixabay" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="ql-size-small">JuliusHThe Cocktails:Smoked Old FashionedClassic ManhattanScotch (neat)Alabama Moonshine (in a jar)Peach Blasphemythe King JeremyBeer (pick your fave)brought to you by Pharmacists United for Truth and TransparencyMeq4BrY8qiPQ4Ex2bUAJ