The EOB Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Justin Leader and Julie Selesnick
Podcast Overview
<p>Healthcare benefits are broken. Confusing by design. Buried in fine print. Protected by jargon.</p> <p><strong>The EOB Podcast (Explanation of Benefits)</strong> exists to rip the curtain back.</p> <p>Hosted by <strong>Justin Leader</strong>, founder of BenefitsDNA — a known disruptor in the healthcare benefits industry, alongside <strong>Julie Selesnick, </strong>Director, Legal & Compliance at Judi Group and Founder & Principal Attorney at Health Plan Legal Counsel, a<span> non-conflicted resource for fiduciaries sound benefit choices</span>. This podcast breaks down what’s really happening inside health plans, contracts, and EOBs… in plain English.</p> <p>This isn’t theory.<br />This isn’t recycled talking points.<br />And this definitely isn’t fluff.</p> <p>Each episode dives into topics like:</p> <ul> <li> <p>What your EOB actually says (and what it doesn’t)</p> </li> <li> <p>Fiduciary responsibility & plan sponsor accountability</p> </li> <li> <p>Contract language, negotiations, and hidden incentives</p> </li> <li> <p>Why benefits cost what they cost — and how to fix it</p> </li> <li> <p>Real-world wins, failures, and lessons learned from the front lines</p> </li> </ul> <p>The goal is simple: <strong>make healthcare benefits understandable, actionable, and harder to hide behind complexity</strong>.</p> <p>Along the way, Justin and Julie bring in “<strong>Friends with Benefits</strong>” — industry insiders, legal experts, and operators who are actively challenging the status quo and building smarter, more cost-effective benefit plans.</p> <p>If you’re tired of lip service…<br />If you believe benefits don’t have to be this complicated…<br />If you want real education you can actually use…</p> <p>Welcome to <strong>The EOB Podcast</strong> — where we keep it real, challenge the system, and explain benefits the way they should be explained.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 28, 2026
AI Is Here. Hospital Networks Are Shifting. What's Next for Employers?
Artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses operate. Hospital networks are battling over reimbursement rates. Healthcare policy continues to evolve. So what does all of this mean for employers sponsoring health plans? In this episode of The EOB Podcast, Justin Leader and Julie Selesnick break down some of the biggest headlines impacting employer-sponsored healthcare today. They discuss why hospitals and insurance carriers end up in network disputes, how employers can turn those disruptions into opportunities through direct contracting, and why rural hospitals face unique financial challenges. They also dive into the rapid rise of AI, sharing practical advice for employers, consultants, and healthcare professionals on using artificial intelligence responsibly while protecting sensitive data. Whether you're an employer, HR leader, broker, consultant, or simply interested in the future of healthcare, this episode offers practical insights and actionable strategies you can apply today. In this episode:• Hospital network disputes and what they mean for employers• Direct contracting opportunities during network disruptions• Challenges facing rural hospitals• AI best practices for healthcare and employee benefits• HIPAA, data privacy, and AI security• Why AI should be your assistant—not your replacement• Current healthcare policy updates• Action leadership vs. thought leadership 👍 Like this video if you found it helpful.💬 Leave us a comment with your thoughts.🔔 Follow us for more conversations on employer-sponsored healthcare, benefits, compliance, and healthcare policy.
July 14, 2026
Who Watches the Watchers? The Hidden Problem in Employer Healthcare with special guest Darren Fogarty
What does it take to make employer-sponsored healthcare actually work? In this Friends with Benefits episode, Justin Leader and Julie Selesnick welcome Darren Fogarty, Associate Director of Purchaser Value and Policy at Purchaser Business Group on Health (PBGH). The conversation covers fiduciary responsibility, ERISA, healthcare transparency, compensation disclosures, access to claims data, and why meaningful reform requires more than just new legislation—it requires employers to become informed purchasers. Whether you're an employer, consultant, attorney, or healthcare professional, this episode provides valuable insights into where employer-sponsored healthcare is headed and what organizations can do today to better serve their employees.
June 30, 2026
Financial Domination, Prohibited Transactions & The Future of Employee Benefits
In this episode of The EOB Podcast, Justin and Julie break down one of the biggest developments in the employee benefits industry: the growing wave of litigation surrounding voluntary benefits, excessive compensation, and fiduciary responsibility. With a fifth lawsuit now filed against a major employer and consulting firm, the conversation explores what these cases mean for brokers, employers, and anyone responsible for managing employee benefit plans. The discussion dives into ERISA safe harbors, prohibited transactions, compensation disclosures, and why transparency is quickly becoming one of the most important responsibilities in healthcare benefits. Topics include: 🔹 The latest voluntary benefits lawsuits and what they allege 🔹 Why ERISA safe harbor protection is harder to achieve than many believe 🔹 Prohibited transactions and hidden compensation risks 🔹 What employers should expect from their advisors and vendors 🔹 The future of compensation disclosures under CAA 2026 🔹 The growing importance of fiduciary liability insurance 🔹 The Northwestern "financial domination" case and its potential impact on health plan design 🔹 Best practices for transparency, prudence, and fiduciary governance Justin and Julie also share real-world stories from the industry, explain how hidden commissions continue to surface, and discuss why employers should treat healthcare purchasing like every other major business decision: ask questions, demand transparency, and know exactly what you're paying for. If you're an employer, broker, benefits consultant, HR leader, or healthcare fiduciary, this episode is packed with practical guidance on navigating an increasingly complex regulatory and litigation landscape. 🎙️ Subscribe to The EOB Podcast for honest conversations about healthcare benefits, ERISA, fiduciary responsibility, transparency, and the future of employee-sponsored healthcare.
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- What is The EOB Podcast?
<p>Healthcare benefits are broken. Confusing by design. Buried in fine print. Protected by jargon.</p> <p><strong>The EOB Podcast (Explanation of Benefits)</strong> exists to rip the curtain back.</p> <p>Hosted by <strong>Justin Leader</strong>, founder of BenefitsDNA — a known disruptor in the healthcare benefits industry, alongside <strong>Julie Selesnick, </strong>Director, Legal & Compliance at Judi Group and Founder & Principal Attorney at Health Plan Legal Counsel, a<span> non-conflicted resource for fiduciaries sound benefit choices</span>. This podcast breaks down what’s really happening inside health plans, contracts, and EOBs… in plain English.</p> <p>This isn’t theory.<br />This isn’t recycled talking points.<br />And this definitely isn’t fluff.</p> <p>Each episode dives into topics like:</p> <ul> <li> <p>What your EOB actually says (and what it doesn’t)</p> </li> <li> <p>Fiduciary responsibility & plan sponsor accountability</p> </li> <li> <p>Contract language, negotiations, and hidden incentives</p> </li> <li> <p>Why benefits cost what they cost — and how to fix it</p> </li> <li> <p>Real-world wins, failures, and lessons learned from the front lines</p> </li> </ul> <p>The goal is simple: <strong>make healthcare benefits understandable, actionable, and harder to hide behind complexity</strong>.</p> <p>Along the way, Justin and Julie bring in “<strong>Friends with Benefits</strong>” — industry insiders, legal experts, and operators who are actively challenging the status quo and building smarter, more cost-effective benefit plans.</p> <p>If you’re tired of lip service…<br />If you believe benefits don’t have to be this complicated…<br />If you want real education you can actually use…</p> <p>Welcome to <strong>The EOB Podcast</strong> — where we keep it real, challenge the system, and explain benefits the way they should be explained.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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