Join Michael Lester as he sits down with Dr. Greg Jericho, chief economist at the Australia Institute and Walkley award-winning journalist, to explore the growing trend of Australians withdrawing from private health insurance. In this episode, they discuss the impact of rising premiums, restricted coverage, and increased out-of-pocket expenses. Despite government incentives like tax rebates and public funding reaching $15 billion, the conversation delves into how these measures support significant profits for major insurers. Tune in for an insightful analysis from a long-time observer of the health insurance landscape.