Julie Selesnick on the Lawsuit that Should Terrify Every Employer and Why You Could Be Next (Ep. 10)

Julie Selesnick on the Lawsuit that Should Terrify Every Employer and Why You Could Be Next (Ep. 10)

In this must-watch episode of The Benefit Whisperer, Ralph Weber sits down with ERISA attorney Julie Selesnick to unpack one of the biggest legal stories in employee benefits: the JP Morgan healthcare lawsuit—and why it should matter to every employer and plan sponsor. Julie brings 25+ years of legal experience and explains:✅ What the JP …

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Why “Good Discounts” Are Costing You a Fortune. Inside a Smarter Healthcare Model: Reference-Based Pricing with Adam Russo, Esq. (Ep. 09)

Why “Good Discounts” Are Costing You a Fortune. Inside a Smarter Healthcare Model: Reference-Based Pricing with Adam Russo, Esq. (Ep. 09)

Is your PPO network actually saving you money—or just selling you a myth? In this eye-opening episode of The Benefit Whisperer, host Ralph Weber sits down with Adam Russo, co-founder and CEO of The Phia Group, to expose the broken economics of traditional healthcare pricing. They dive deep into the real story behind Reference-Based Pricing …

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The Billion Dollar Drug Scam (ep. 8)

The Billion Dollar Drug Scam (ep. 8)

Why Are Prescription Drugs So Expensive? The Truth About PBMs, Spread Pricing & What Employers Can Do In this eye-opening episode of The Benefit Whisperer, host Ralph Weber sits down with pharmacist and reform advocate Benjamin Jolley to expose the hidden forces behind America’s skyrocketing prescription drug costs. 💊 From shocking stories of $1,800 bills …

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What Every Business Owner Needs To Know About Level-Funded Plans (Ep. 7)

What Every Business Owner Needs To Know About Level-Funded Plans (Ep. 7)

Are you overpaying for employee benefits without leveraging their full potential? Discover how to make your benefits strategy work smarter, not harder with level-funded plans! Ralph Weber dives into why group benefits shouldn’t just be numbers on a spreadsheet but powerful tools that can attract talent and secure your business’s future. Ralph unravels the advantages …

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Medical Debt Is Bankrupting Americans (Ep. 6)

Medical Debt Is Bankrupting Americans (Ep. 6)

What if the greatest threat to your financial security isn’t a market crash, but a medical bill? In this eye-opening episode, Ralph Weber uncovers the hidden costs of America’s broken healthcare system. Every minute, a family files for bankruptcy due to medical expenses, and employers are spending over $16,000 per employee each year, often more …

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How the Affordable Care Act Changed Health Insurance Forever (Ep. 5)

How the Affordable Care Act Changed Health Insurance Forever (Ep. 5)

What does optimizing your group benefits really mean for your business? This week, Ralph Weber discusses the intricacies of healthcare benefits, focusing on the Affordable Care Act’s impact on health insurance and the workplace. Ralph aims to demystify complex regulations and unveil strategies to help you cut healthcare costs.  Key discussion points in this week’s …

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The Art of Balancing Cost and Care in Employee Benefits (Ep. 4)

The Art of Balancing Cost and Care in Employee Benefits (Ep. 4)

Picking the right employee benefits is a lot like directing air traffic. ✈️ How? Let’s find out! Ralph Weber, founder of Route 3 Insurance and Financial Services, draws an intriguing parallel between his past career as an air traffic controller and his current role in designing custom insurance and benefit plans. Just as air traffic …

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Unlocking the Potential of Your Employee Benefits (Ep. 3)

Unlocking the Potential of Your Employee Benefits (Ep. 3)

How can understanding your employee benefits transform your business’s future? Welcome to The Benefit Whisperer! In this episode, Ralph Weber explores the hidden potential of employee benefits. He explores how you can rethink your approach to healthcare to attract top talent and cut costs. Ralph shares his journey from air traffic control to the world …

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Medical Debt is Bankrupting Families and Crushing Businesses: How CFOs Can Help (Ep. 2)

Medical Debt is Bankrupting Families and Crushing Businesses: How CFOs Can Help (Ep. 2)

What can be done to tackle skyrocketing medical costs that often lead to personal bankruptcies? In this episode, Ralph Weber dives into the complexities of the healthcare system. He shares his insights on reducing costs for employers while providing substantial employee benefits. With personal stories and industry expertise, Ralph discusses how deciphering and managing health …

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Ralph Weber’s Journey: From Personal Tragedy to Healthcare Advocacy (Ep. 1)

Ralph Weber’s Journey: From Personal Tragedy to Healthcare Advocacy (Ep. 1)

What’s the real cost of healthcare, and how can you tackle it? Join us for the inaugural episode of The Benefit Whisperer podcast, where Ralph Weber shares his story and the driving forces that led him to become a leading expert in healthcare benefits and finance. This episode dives into Ralph’s personal experiences, from his …

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