In this deeply personal episode of Health Futures, Bob Roth sits down with author and Caltech professor Cindy Weinstein to discuss her father’s battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s and the loss of language that reshaped their relationship. Together, they explore memory, caregiving, identity, and the ways love and connection endure even when words begin to fade.

Bob Roth welcomes Rep. David Schweikert, who is running for governor of Arizona, for a wide-ranging conversation on healthcare, innovation, and the state’s future. Schweikert discusses his work on Medicare, fiscal policy, healthcare technology, aging in place, Medicaid reform, and why he believes Arizona can become a national leader in health innovation. The episode also explores his Arizona roots, public service journey, and vision for helping people live longer, healthier, and more independent lives.

Jasmine Bhatti, CEO of Navi Nurses, joins Health Futures to discuss her journey from bedside nurse to healthcare entrepreneur. Inspired by her experience as a family caregiver, she built a model focused on improving the transition from hospital to home. Bhatti shares insights on nurse burnout, gaps in post-discharge care, and why more healthcare is moving into the home. She also reflects on building a fast-growing company and the future of nursing.