Our first guest is Neil Steffens, President of the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare East Region; Neil Steffens. is responsible for leading the growth and overall performance of the entire portfolio of Medicare products. This includes Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and Medicare Part D in the 15 states that comprise the East Region.

Our second guest is Neill Franklin, a 34-year Law Enforcement Veteran of the Maryland State Police and Baltimore Police Department. Today he will discuss the FDA’s proposed ban on menthol cigarettes has prompted serious criminal justice concerns due to its potential to disproportionately impact communities of color. This prohibition-based approach could exacerbate negative interactions with law enforcement, raise incarceration rates, and further burden justice systems in all 50 states. This is a public health issue, not a law enforcement issue.

Our last guest is Michael Jefferies Regional Coordinator for Citizens’ Climate Lobby, will talk about how both Republicans and Democrats need to build on shared values to tackle the climate change crisis.  Climate change denial could alienate young conservatives. Most Republican voters under 35 agree that climate change is having a serious impact and say Republican leaders should stop shying away from serious challenges.

WBRI 1500 AM & 96.7 FM Wilkins Radio- Steffens-Franklin-Jefferies-11-11-2023-Lets Just Talk

Kathryn Raaker hosts a nationally syndicated magazine format radio program on AM/FM, Internet streaming, and on her free iTunes App. The show features topics for today’s audience. Whether it is a guest talking about the newest technology, politics, health, or other topics, it is all about informing her listeners. Kathryn has been in broadcasting for almost 30 years and is featured on the Wilkins Radio Networks, Fairfax Radio Network, W4Cy & W4Vet Networks, and WVFR AM out of Pittsburg. So tune into "Let’s Just Talk! Radio" to be informed and entertained!