EP. 202: 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:

→ GLP1s Uncovered FREE 4 Part Video Series 

→ Find A Doc

Check Out Dave: 

→ Instagram

→ https://www.onthepen.com/

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