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Episode 20 | September 21st, 2026

$0 Premiums vs MOOP: Why the Monthly Price Tag Isn't the Whole Story

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 19 | September 14, 2026

Helping a Parent With Medicare: HIPAA, Power of Attorney & Why Family Status Isn't Enough

Presenter: Kylie Miller | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 18 | September 7th, 2026

AEP 2027: Don't Set and Forget - ANOC, Drugs, Doctors & Getting it Done Before Dec. 7

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 17 | August 31st, 2026

Your ANOC Letter: Annual Notice of Change Before AEP

Presenter: Holden Houston | District Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 16 | August 24th, 2026

Does Medicare Travel With You? Coverage at Home, Out of State & Overseas

Presenter: Bradley Birdsell | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 15 | August 17th, 2026

C-SNP vs D-SNP: Special Needs Plans for Chronic Conditions and Dual Eligibility

Presenter: Diondre Williams | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 14 | August 10th, 2026

Medicare Drug Cost "Smoothing": Spreading High Pharmacy Bills Across the Year

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 13 | August 3rd, 2026

Medicare's New GLP-1 Bridge Program: Who Qualifies & the $50 Copay

Presenter: Kylie Miller | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 12 | July 27th, 2026

IRMAA Explained: How Income Can Raise your Medicare Premiums

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 11 | July 20th, 2026

Medicare Phone Scams, Red Flags & What to Do If You Get That Call

Presenter: Kylie Miller | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 10 | July 13th, 2026

Skilled Nursing vs. Custodial Care, the 3-Day Rule & How to Cover What Medicare Doesn't

Presenter: Bradley Birdsell | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 9 | July 6th, 2026

How Social Security Affects Your Medicare Premiums & Enrollment Timing | Central Illinois

Presenter: Diondre Williams | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 8 | June 29th, 2026

Medicare Enrollment & Common Mistakes to Avoid | Central Illinois

Presenter: Diondre Williams | Trusted Insurance Advisor at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 7 | June 22nd, 2026

Medicare Advantage VS Medicare Supplement: What's the Difference? | Central Illinois

Presenter: Holden Houston | District Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 6 | June 15th, 2026

Why Central Illinois Medicare Supplement Premiums Vary & How to Choose the Right Plan

Presenter: Holden Houston | District Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 5 | June 8th, 2026

Prescription Drugs, the 20% Gap & Medigap Supplements Explained for Central Illinois

Presenters:

Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

Holden Houston | District Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 4 | June 1st, 2026

What is Original Medicare? Parts A & B Explained for Seniors in Central Illinois

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 3 | May 25th, 2026

FSA, HRA & HSA Rules When Enrolling in Medicare in Central Illinois

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 2 | May 18th, 2026

Senior Celebration Event at Illinois State Fairgrounds

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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Episode 1 | May 11th, 2026

Turning 65: How To Apply for Medicare & What Happens if You're on a Spouse's Health Plan in Central Illinois

Presenter: Mitch Hudson | Agency Manager at American Republic Insurance Services

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