March 27, 2025

The Fight for Affordable GLP1s & the Truth About Big Pharma | Dave Knapp

1 hour 29 minutes

On this episode I sit down with my friend Dave Knapp, an independent journalist and community leader in the world of GLP-1 receptor agonists. Living with obesity and type 2 diabetes himself, Dave has built a platform dedicated to connecting and educating people using these life-changing peptides. We break down the latest updates on the FDA’s crackdown on compounding pharmacies and what it could mean for the future of GLP-1 access.

We also dive into the shady role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) in driving up drug prices, the realities of living with obesity, and why traditional approaches to weight loss often fall short. Dave shares insights from his personal journey, including his experiences with keto and the struggles his community has faced.

Topics Discussed:

What is happening with the FDA’s crackdown on compounding pharmacies and GLP-1 medications?

How do Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) drive up drug prices and impact patient access?

What are GLP-1 receptor agonists, and how are they changing the lives of people with obesity and type 2 diabetes?

Why do traditional weight loss methods like “eat less, move more” often fail for people with metabolic disorders?

What is the future of compounded GLP-1 medications, and how can patients stay informed?

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On This Episode We Cover:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:05:17 - Dave’s background

00:11:07 - The Diabetes cycle

00:16:11 - Starting On The Pen

00:21:44 - Compound pharmacies and drug shortages

00:26:23 - Increase in compound drug use

00:29:34 – Better Accessibility

00:34:55 – PBMs & Insurance Kickbacks

00:41:31 – Copays vs. Cash Pay

00:45:29 – GLP-1 & FDA Lawsuits

00:53:14 – MAHA & Compounding Pharmacies

00:55:09 – Pharmacy Types & The Future of Compounding

00:59:47 – Confidence in Providers

01:02:13 – Bias in the MAHA Movement

01:09:19 – Lowering Medication Costs

01:11:39 – Deplatforming & Censorship

01:18:34 – “Eat Less & Move More”

Show Links:

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