The Uprising Show

TopHealth Media

Welcome to The Uprising Show where we delve into the minds of the game changers, the innovators, the visionaries, and the pioneers of the healthcare industry. The Uprising Show is hosted by Vivek Nanda, Founder of TopHealth. TopHealth is a media network focused exclusively on Thought Leadership in Healthcare. Vivek has a track record of taking several companies in B2B, SAAS, and Health-tech from zero to millions in dollars of revenue as a Marketing and Go-To-Market Leader. Join us as we speak with the people who are revolutionizing the way we think and approach healthcare. Bringing you insights and inspiration from the most impactful voices in healthcare today.

  1. Aug 12

    Why Self-Funded Health Plans Are Still Broken and How Employers Can Take Control

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Uprising Show, we sit down with Jonathan Baran, Co-Founder and CEO of Self Fund Health, to explore the evolving landscape of self-funded healthcare plans for employers. Jonathan shares his journey from identifying Wisconsin’s persistent healthcare cost crisis to launching Self Fund Health, a company focused on empowering employers to take control of their health plan expenses. We dive deep into the chaos of the current system, the misaligned incentives at play, and the cultural and mindset shifts employers need to make, moving from simply purchasing insurance to actively buying and managing healthcare. Jonathan candidly discusses the education gaps facing employers, the obstacles posed by industry intermediaries, and why true transformation requires ownership and culture change, not just new point solutions. Whether you’re an HR leader, business owner, or healthcare professional, this conversation will give you an inside look at the challenges and opportunities awaiting those brave enough to challenge the status quo and reclaim control over healthcare costs. Timestamps: 00:00 Explaining health plan models 05:47 Buying Affordable Healthcare Strategies 07:40 Understanding employer challenges in healthcare costs 13:02 Managing Healthcare Costs Like Steel 14:59 Understanding Self-Funding in Healthcare 19:09 Focus on movement, not sales The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  2. Aug 6

    Changing Healthcare One Step at a Time with Madeline Smith

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Uprising Show! In this episode, we sit down with Madeline Smith, founder and CEO of MADDRS LLC, Making a Difference, Directing Real Strategy, to explore the transformative power of collective action within the healthcare industry. Madeline describes the organized chaos behind industry summits, the importance of creating a collaborative, sales-free space for innovation, and her hopes for the movement’s growth over the next few years. She shares her vision for democratizing information, bringing in voices from the legal and regulatory side, and motivating attendees to enact real change. Madeline also discusses her three-part book series, designed to educate employers, empower patients, and guide industry insiders, all aiming to arm individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to challenge the status quo in healthcare. Stay tuned as we unpack frustration into motivation and discover how small changes by many can reshape an entire industry. Timestamps: 00:00 Balancing healthcare and event planning 04:55 Writing book to guide industry Buy Madeline's Book - Saltytxk - https://www.saltytxk.com/product-page/mofo Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Lotta-this-MoFo-Navigating-ebook/dp/B0BLDMZ3NF The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  3. Aug 3

    How Self-Funded Plans Can Revolutionize Healthcare: Adam McCall’s Vision for Employers and Families

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Uprising Show! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Adam McCall, a family physician from Northwest Arkansas, owner of Advanced Primary Care, and co-founder of OneStone Physician Advisory Group. Dr. McCall shares his journey from aspiring general surgeon to becoming a passionate advocate for family medicine and advanced primary care. We explore why he believes the current healthcare landscape is in a state of chaos, how employers hold the power to drive real change through self-funded health plans, and what challenges and opportunities exist for companies seeking to provide better care for their employees. Tune in for an insightful discussion on quality, cost, and the future of healthcare as Dr. McCall emphasizes the importance of community, transparency, and truly understanding the needs of both patients and employers. Timestamps: 00:00 Discovering a passion for obstetrics 04:44 Rethinking Healthcare with Self-Funded Plans 06:47 Understanding Employee Healthcare Costs 12:02 Importance of broker relationships 13:11 Impact of health benefits on employees 17:19 Attending Self Fund Summit The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  4. Jul 24

    How Solstice Health Is Transforming Wellness and Direct Primary Care

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Uprising Show, we sit down with Dr. Tim Murray, M.D., founder and CEO of Solstice Health in Milwaukee. With experience ranging from surgery to anesthesia and urgent care, Dr. Murray offers a unique insider’s perspective on the catastrophic issues plaguing the American healthcare system. He pulls back the curtain on murky hospital pricing, the failures of conventional wellness programs, and the dangers of trendy pharmaceuticals like GLP-1s. Dr. Murray shares the pivotal moments that inspired him to focus on true wellness and deprescribing at Solstice Health, championing a more holistic, prevention-driven approach. We dive deep into how fragmented employer health plan designs are shortchanging both patients and outcomes, why direct primary care may hold the key to real reform, and what employers should rethink if they want better results for their teams. Plus, Dr. Murray reveals the philosophy and ecosystem behind Solstice Health’s rapid growth, uniting primary care, ambulatory surgery, and progressive therapies under one roof for dramatically lower costs and improved outcomes. If you care about the future of healthcare, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Timestamps: 00:00 Career journey and medical experience 06:10 Risks and consequences of weight loss drugs 08:34 Nutritional keto for weight loss 14:12 Emergence of direct primary care 15:06 Employer influence on health outcomes 18:38 Expanding Solstice Health services The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  5. Jul 21

    Why Most Employers Fail at Health Plan Compliance with Jennifer Stanley

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Uprising Show, we sit down with Jennifer Stanley, founder and president of StanleyKup Legal & Compliance. From her unexpected leap into entrepreneurship to navigating the convoluted world of healthcare compliance, Jennifer shares her candid insights on why employers remain dangerously unaware of the financial traps lurking in their healthcare contracts. She pulls back the curtain on the real impact of the No Surprises Act, exposing how loopholes and opportunistic vendors are creating chaos rather than clarity. Jennifer offers practical advice for employers on protecting their plans, reveals the most common compliance gaps, and doesn’t hold back on the overhyped worries plaguing the industry. Tune in for a frank conversation about the real risks in healthcare compliance and why it might be time for leaders to wake up and take charge. Timestamps: 00:00 First year of XDC reporting 05:34 Issues with employer-sponsored health plans 08:09 Portal issues and registration debate 10:28 Reading and understanding contracts 14:50 Understanding Employer Health Plan Choices 16:48 Discussing compliance challenges 20:48 AI and legal practice concerns The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  6. Jul 16

    Direct Primary Care and Lifestyle Medicine: Alex Sommers’ Prescription for Employer Health Plans

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Uprising Show, we sit down with Dr. Alex Sommers, Founder, President, and Medical Director of Astia Health and a former ER physician, for an unfiltered look at why the U.S. healthcare system is so complicated and who benefits from that complexity. Dr. Sommers shares his personal journey from feeling “complicit in the wrongdoing” inside hospital systems to building a new care model centered on advanced primary care, trust, and whole-person health. We discuss the chronic disease crisis, why patients and employers lose faith in the system, and how misaligned incentives drive up costs without improving outcomes. Dr. Sommers reveals how his team is helping employers rethink benefits, move upstream to prevent disease, and invest in healthier workforces, not just lower costs. He challenges common solutions, names the most overhyped trends, and explains why real change starts with rebuilding relationships between patients and care teams. If you’re searching for new ways to cut through the noise and make healthcare work, this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 Deciding to leave healthcare industry 04:46 Moving to a Membership Model 06:49 Focus on prevention and lifestyle medicine 11:35 Optimism for future healthcare relationships 15:21 Addressing Chronic Disease in Healthcare The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  7. Jul 2

    How Crystal Smith Builds Wealth and Confidence for First Generation Entrepreneurs

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Uprising Show, we welcome Crystal Smith, entrepreneur, business consultant, author, and business broker, to share her insights on building, scaling, and exiting businesses, especially in the care industry. From her roots as a single mother and caregiver to becoming a mentor and advocate for ambitious founders, particularly women and first-generation entrepreneurs, Crystal Smith highlights the critical value of mentorship, the hidden costs of going it alone, and the legacy-building opportunities in turning businesses into valuable, sellable assets. Tune in as we explore why soft skills from caregiving translate into elite business leadership, the shifting landscape for small healthcare operators, and the empowering mindset of becoming “the industry” in your own right. If you’re looking to gain confidence, build systems, and create generational wealth, this conversation is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 Crystal's journey to entrepreneurship 05:11 Helping CEOs Value Their Business 07:32 Helping sellers find buyers 12:03 Finding the right mentor 13:32 Importance of seeking guidance 18:06 Skills gained as a caregiver 20:29 Empowering women in the industry 23:02 Embracing broader mentorship opportunities 29:05 Importance of Showing Up 31:44 Ending the interview with gratitude The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  8. Jan 29

    Unlocking Healthcare Lending: Sharmeen Aqeel on Building a Fintech Platform for Clinics

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of The Uprising Show! In this episode, host Vivek sits down with Sharmeen Aqeel, the founder of Lyyvora, a healthcare-focused lending platform based in Calgary, Canada. Sharmeen Aqeel shares her inspiring journey from her international upbringing - Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, France, and finally Canada - to her leap from a secure product design career into the world of entrepreneurship. Together, they dive deep into the unique challenges healthcare clinics face when securing funding, why traditional banks often miss the mark, and how alternative lending platforms like Lyyvora are disrupting the space by prioritizing vision and growth over risk aversion. Sharmeen Aqeel opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship, balancing business with family life, her drive to build stakeholder-centered products, and the importance of trust, transparency, and continuous feedback in building a successful company. Whether you’re a founder, a healthcare professional, or just curious about the intersection of fintech and healthcare, this candid conversation offers valuable lessons on building, scaling, and evolving a mission-driven business. Tune in and get inspired to take your own uprising! Timestamps: 00:00 "Alternative Lending Overcomes Bank Risk" 06:12 "Challenges of Starting Entrepreneurship" 09:00 "Empathy and Problem-Solving in Design" 12:20 "Flawed Funding Application Processes" 14:50 "Building a Healthcare Lending Network" 17:24 Healthcare Financial Operations Challenges 20:45 "Stakeholder-Centered Entrepreneurship" 26:23 Client Outreach and Consistent Engagement 29:01 "Prioritize Morning Productivity" 31:37 "Importance of Timely Feedback" 34:05 "Mastering Healthcare Funding Vertical" 37:59 Building Healthcare's Marketing Channel 40:23 "B2B Social Media Growth Potential" 44:27 "Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship" 48:48 "Trust Yourself and Your Pace" 50:52 "Thanks, Sharmeen - Partner Info" The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

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Welcome to The Uprising Show where we delve into the minds of the game changers, the innovators, the visionaries, and the pioneers of the healthcare industry. The Uprising Show is hosted by Vivek Nanda, Founder of TopHealth. TopHealth is a media network focused exclusively on Thought Leadership in Healthcare. Vivek has a track record of taking several companies in B2B, SAAS, and Health-tech from zero to millions in dollars of revenue as a Marketing and Go-To-Market Leader. Join us as we speak with the people who are revolutionizing the way we think and approach healthcare. Bringing you insights and inspiration from the most impactful voices in healthcare today.

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    TopHealth Media
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
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