# Dr. Peter Michalos | 04-18-26

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Podcast: [The James Golden AKA Bo Snerdley Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-james-golden-aka-bo-snerdley-show-5585987)
Published: 2026-04-18T13:26:00+00:00
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## Resource

James Golden speaks with Dr. Peter Michalos regarding the systemic failures of American healthcare and the search for viable alternatives to the current model. Dr. Michalos argues that Obamacare and corporate consolidation have damaged the physician-patient relationship by introducing high deductibles, excessive administrative burdens, and middleman interference. To address these issues, he advocates for transparency in pricing, the expansion of private health-sharing programs, and a return to primary care to reduce long-term costs. The conversation also touches on the management of the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting that a lack of early antiviral treatments and a focus on mandate-driven policies contributed to current public health challenges and medical distrust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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