Pull Up, Speak Up: Who Holds the Power? Healthcare, Diversity, Democracy, and the 14th Amendment
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In this Pull Up, Speak Up episode, host Tony Tidbit convenes a powerhouse panel featuring Les Frye, Lauren Burke, and Wayne Edwards to tackle some of our time's most urgent and polarizing issues. The discussion dives into the skyrocketing cost of healthcare, the retreat of DEI initiatives in a post-George Floyd era, and the contentious debates surrounding the 14th Amendment and birthright citizenship. The panel also confronts the unsettling assassination of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, exploring its broader implications for corporate leadership and public trust. Adding another layer of complexity, the conversation examines corporate America's evolving stance on political contributions and its impact on democracy. The episode concludes with bold predictions for 2025 and a powerful framework—LESS—that equips listeners with actionable tools to dismantle discrimination in everyday life.
▶︎ In This Episode
00:00: Introduction to Healthcare and GDP
00:35: Welcome to Pull Up, Speak Up
01:56: Meet the Panelists
02:50: Personal Backgrounds and Inspirations
07:20: Ground Rules for Discussion
09:33: Reflecting on January 6th
16:14: Corporate America's Shift in Support
28:57: The Evolution and Pushback of DEI
40:58: Personal Background and Hard Work
41:16: Misconceptions About Race and Privilege
42:27: Media Influence and Generational Bias
43:01: Affirmative Action and College Admissions
48:15: Healthcare System and Corporate America
01:03:27: 14th Amendment and Birthright Citizenship
01:11:02: Predictions for 2025
01:14:04: Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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