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September 30, 2025
Thank you for creating this content!
I've been listening to your podcast for the past few weeks. Thank you for creating this content! It's been highly informative.
I'm using the podcast to educate myself as I switch from graduate medical education to healthcare. I've enjoyed learning and finding other like-minded people through your podcast and other similar podcasts and online groups.
Again, thank you for creating such great content!
—Jennifer Nash, PMP
September 4, 2025
Your show has been instrumental
Your show has been instrumental in helping me to learn as a new advisor. It’s given me insight into the industry, what misaligned incentives exist and ideas on how to build ethical and sustainable benefits programs.
—Cameron
August 5, 2024
Stacey Richter will speak at RosettaFest 2024
On Thursday, September 12, from 9:10 to 9:55 am on the Main Stage in the Grand Ballroom, Stacey will join with four visionary leaders at the session “Voices of Change.” These leaders are “changing the footprint of US healthcare”: Marilyn Bartlett, Cynthia Fisher, Chris Deacon, and Jessica Brooks Woods. RosettaFest 2024 is September 11-13 at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC. For more information and to register, click here.
June 19, 2024
Marshall Allen and “The Healers Have Lost Control”
Back in February, Marshall Allen interviewed Stacey Richter for the Allen Health Academy newsletter article titled "The Healers Have Lost Control". In the interview Marshall and Stacey cover how she got started with the Relentless Health Value podcast and goes on to discuss who her audience is and the ideal guest.
In the interview, Stacey highlights the financial burdens on working Americans and employers, pointing out that financial interests often drive health care decisions. She stresses the importance of education and proactive measures, recommending resources like Allen Health Academy and her podcast.
Stacey is honored that a pro like Marshall took the time to write about her and the work she does with the Relentless Health Value podcast. In an upcoming episode, Stacey honors the loss of Marshall Allen who recently passed away. Marshall was a frequent guest on the RHV podcast most recently in Episode 425.
May 13, 2024
Stacey Richter will moderate at thINc360, May 2024
At thINc360, Stacey Richter will moderate a Mainstage Keynote Conversation, Primary Care: A Catalyst for Healthcare Transformation and Meeting the Needs of Underserved Populations, May 29 from 4:15 to 5:00 pm. She will also moderate the “track session” Revolutionizing Pharmacy Benefits: Moving Away From the Norm and Embracing New Models, May 30 from 11:00 to 11:45 am. The conference will be held at The Westin Washington, DC Downtown, May 29-31, 2024. This organization assembles leaders from across the healthcare continuum to convene, learn, network, and collaborate for meaningful progress toward enhancing the access, delivery, and quality of healthcare.
February 7, 2024
A must-listen podcast
“This podcast is required listening for anyone interested in fixing the US healthcare system. Stacey shares her in-depth, thoughtful, always spot-on insights with her audience. She’s an excellent interviewer who discusses actionable practical approaches to improving the system with her roster of expert guests.”
—Nina Lathia, RPh, MSc, PhDJanuary 30, 2024
Truly amazing, thoughtful show
“This podcast takes nothing for granted and carefully examines healthcare piece by piece. Every episode is a focused deep dive into one particular aspect of the system and what’s working and what isn’t. The show covers an hour’s worth of material in about 30 min. Really the best use of your healthcare podcast time.”
January 26, 2024
Thought provoking but fair
“This podcast brings breaks down the many barriers in the healthcare system and the actions that all the players can have to influence change to bring more value to the consumer. Well worth your time, every time.”
May 24, 2023
The Relentless Health Value Team Proudly Congratulates Host Stacey Richter for Being Named Validation Institute’s 2023 Healthcare Influencer of the Year
Stacey Richter will be moderating a session at thINc360, The Healthcare Innovation Congress, in Washington, DC, on June 21, 2023. Stacey is co-president of Aventria Health Group, a consultancy and specialized marketing agency, and co-president of QC-Health, Inc., a cause-driven benefit corporation.
November 7, 2022
“Stacey, I just wanted to give my own special personal thanks for making this [EP 385] sound really excellent! You are a very thoughtful interviewer and have a great command of the content. It was really a pleasure.”
—Dan Mendelson, CEO of Morgan Health at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
October 31, 2022
“Stacey, I love your most recent podcast episode (EP384) @RelentlessHealth. Just wanted to give you a shout-out. So concise and powerful.”
—Aaron Cohen
June 8, 2022
Congratulations to Stacey Richter, host of Relentless Health Value podcasts, for her participation at the “Moving to Value Alliance” symposium.
In an article about the symposium by the Hartford Business Journal, Richter was quoted saying, “There must be collaboration between all stakeholders in order to achieve better healthcare outcomes. Collaboration is essential to provide affordable care. Patients are skipping their medical care because they are worried about the costs.”
More information about the symposium and additional comments from Stacey can be read here.
March 16, 2022
Congratulations to the Relentless Health Value Podcast team for receiving top billing on advisory.com: “The 10 podcasts to listen to right now, according to Advisory Board experts.”
Aventria® Health Group is proud to support Relentless Health Value’s continued success at helping to transform healthcare by fostering collaboration and breaking down silos.
February 24, 2021
“Stacey, just your annual reminder that your podcast @RelentlessHealth is amazing. I seriously love it—you are my go-to anytime I am walking or traveling anywhere. Particularly enjoyed the most recent episode with Mark Fendrick (EP308).” —Corey Feldman
December 11, 2020
“Love the podcast @RelentlessHealth, Stacey. You and your guests are a bright light in a dark night these days. Keep up the great work.” —Evan Gallagher, director, Medicare and Medicaid strategy, at Kaiser Permanente, Greater Los Angeles Area
November 30, 2020
300th Episode Buzz
Relentless Health Value aired its 300th episode on November 12, 2020, and generated a great deal of response!
Below are some of our favorites:
- “Stacey, it’s not just your timely topics and top-tier guests but the way you ask all the questions your audience wants/needs to hear. (Bonus: Your podcast is responsible for keeping me on my bike for much longer rides—so thanks for that as well!) Looking forward to the next 300!” —Patrick Long, Middle Market Self-Insurance Solutions
- “Amazing string of great content. My, what you have learned and what we have tried to learn with you.” —Andrew Weniger, general manager at Firstview LLC
- “Staple in my week. Thanks, Stacey, for talking about the issues through different ecosystem lenses but grounded in common sense and consumer/patient interest.” —Joris Prikken, strategist
- “You are a treasure to all of us that work to change health care.” —Eric Bricker, MD
- “Congratulations, Stacey! You’re one of the best podcasters out there, and I’d like you to help drive high-quality content with a shift to health B2B content.” —Todd S. Eury, influential voice of change within the profession of pharmacy
- “Congrats, Stacey!!! Great insights and perspectives. Keep up the good work!” —Michael Motto, market access at Intouch Solutions
- “And everyone has been priceless, Stacey. Here’s to 300 more!” —Steve Schutzer, MD, physician executive at Trinity Health of New England
- “Great discussion on ‘fire extinguisher’ and subscription models to pay for novel antibiotics (22:45). Thanks, Stacey Richter and Bruce Rector, MD.” —James Haven, PhD
- “Congratulations, Stacey Richter, on this important milestone! I am a big fan of the show and appreciate all that you do to advance knowledge in the health care industry. Here’s to you and your team … looking forward to hundreds more episodes!” —Eric Weaver, DHA, MHA, value-based care
- “Fab! Stacey, the value you provide is extraordinary!” —Linda Kennyhertz, managing director at Strategic Change Associates
November 19, 2020
“Thank you for all you are doing in helping to bring change to how we deliver and pay for health care. Your podcasts @RelentlessHealth are forcing stakeholders to think differently about health care delivery!” —Peter Hayes from Purchasing Alliance of Maine
October 19, 2020
“Moment of gratitude … your podcast [Relentless Health Value] is one of my all-time favorites! Thank you for your focus on system transformation. The speakers are excellent, and your questions are provocative. Wanted you to know your hard work is wildly appreciated.” —Tanya L. Stewart, MD, MBA
September 17, 2020
“I can’t emphasize enough how insightful, well prepared, and high quality @RelentlessHealth is, if you want to better understand the US health care system. With 200+ episodes, it is an expert show I could not recommend more for those in health care.” —Tjasa Zajc
July 31, 2020
“It was a real honor to be part of this podcast [EP 285] … Stacey Richter is a real pro with an outstanding capability of breaking down this complex health care system we all work in. I highly recommend you follow Stacey [Relentless Health Value] and sign up for these podcasts. You will not be disappointed as this authentic intelligent expert … tells it like it is. You rock, Stacey.” —Dawn Cornelis
“Always a pleasure listening to your curated conversations! Highly recommend this [Relentless Health Value] to anyone who really cares about #patientexperience.” —Liliana Petrova
June 29, 2020
Relentless Health Value is listed in Health IT Connect’s More Podcast Recommendations—Going Beyond HIT
“If you want the big picture on health care and not just IT, add this one to your list. And … Stacey has a special COVID-19 series as well.” —Sue Schade
June 26, 2020
“I absolutely love this podcast [Relentless Health Value]. It is must listening for all my pharmacy students who come on rotation with me!” —Mike Daly from Drake University
June 22, 2020
Relentless Health Value is featured in Kevin’s Weekly Health Tech Reads of 6/7
“This podcast (EP279) does an excellent job laying bare the challenging economics of health care in this country today and the role that employers, health systems, and insurers will all need to play in solving the challenges ahead. If you’re confused about the dynamics of how health systems can be facing financial challenges in the midst of a pandemic—this podcast is for you. It’s one of the most digestible breakdowns of health system financial models I’ve heard. The points made about the health systems’ lack of understanding of their own costs and the challenges that presents are particularly worthwhile. Worth a listen.” —Kevin O’Leary
May 4, 2020
Limited-run COVID-19 Series
To help health care stakeholders prepare for the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, Relentless Health Value (RHV) host Stacey Richter has launched a series of podcast episodes with key thought leaders in the health care industry.
This COVID-19 podcast series is targeted at health care providers, payers, pharma, and employers who want to stay ahead of the potential consequences on health care of this pandemic, both negative and potentially positive. She and her esteemed guests discuss what action steps successful health care stakeholders must take right now, and in the coming months.
April 27, 2020
“Thank You for Your Podcast (Stacey Richter @RelentlesHealth). Wanted to let you know how much I have been enjoying your podcasts. They are part of my Friday morning ritual now. Your last several have been especially outstanding. I had listened to some sporadically in the past but am now more devoted. I am going to go back and listen to some others (including the one with the Treasurer of NC—EP 249). Thank you for doing these!” —Doug Moore
March 6, 2020
“Stacey Richter @RelentlessHealth produces one of the best #healthcare #podcasts out there. I’m flabbergasted at the quality of her guests, extent of supporting content (transcripts, etc) & frequency of production!” —Steve Sisko @Shimcode
“I just listened to the latest podcast with Brian and Rishab (EP262). Holy cow that was a great interview and a must listen for investors, entrepreneurs, and health system decision makers.” —Cyrus Peyrovian
“Relentless Health Value, Stacey Richter, is my favorite.” —Patrick Long
“Love that one as well. Stacey Richter rocks!” —Dr. Josh Luke
February 12, 2020
Paul Wilson, editor-in-chief, BenefitsPRO, asked the following to his readers: “The volume of information available to us these days is amazing, but it can also be overwhelming. So please help us create a best-of list that will serve as a resource for benefits professionals who are looking for great content.”
Thank you, Derek Winn, president of Distilled Concepts and consultant at Business Benefits Group, for your response:
Relentless Health Value Podcast “offers deep dives into specific health care supply chain conversations.”
January 21, 2020
Relentless Health Value has been listed in the Top 10 Health Podcasts & Healthcare Influencers to Follow in 2020.
According to Dr. Josh Luke, “Stacey Richter at Relentless Health Value podcast has astounding insights for patients, providers, insurance carriers, and especially employers. She breaks down various twists and tricks in the medical field to help lower costs for both individuals and businesses.
"The show connects patient and provider experiences with efficient cost management. Rather than individual parts of the health care system dealing with individual parts of the person, Stacey Richter shows us how to combine all the elements and move towards a collaboration that truly gets to the heart of being healthy. For people looking to navigate the growing regulations from the government and insurance industries, this is the podcast to listen to.”
December 10, 2019
Relentless Health Value by Stacey Richter was awarded the Edward R. Murrow for podcasters award in the 2019 Not The Deplorables Awards.
“Podcasts are the new way of reaching people, and exposing ‘pry, poke and prod’ programs seems to be a popular topic.” The article listing this award and other award winners can be found in Announcing the 2019 Not the Deplorables Awards.
November 21, 2019
Use our promo code: RELENTLESS20 for 20% off your registration at the 2019 NODE.Health Digital Medicine Conference
November 19, 2019
Standing Up to Rising Healthcare Costs, the Crisis of Appropriateness, and the Fate of Community Pharmacies
Relentless Health Value highlights three timely and relevant podcasts that discuss ways patients and organizations are fighting rising healthcare costs, the crisis of appropriateness in medical care and billing, and how pharmacy benefit managers are threatening community pharmacies. How do these issues impact you?
October 22, 2019
Really enjoy the @Relentless Health podcasts by Stacey Richter.
“Stacey is a gifted interviewer and has an unusual knack for a pithy summary of complex ideas. Really fun!” —Mark Blum, America’s Agenda
October 9, 2019
Dr. Eric Bricker on ahealthcarez.com recognized a recent Relentless Health Value podcast, Episode 242: The Price We Pay: What Broke American Health Care—and How to Fix It, With Marty Makary, MD. Dr. Bricker in his video summarizes the podcast and states: “It is an awesome podcast and an awesome interview. … It is fantastic, and I highly encourage you to listen to it.”
—Source: ahealthcarez.com
September 30, 2019
Really enjoy the podcasts. I am an independent RPh in SW Missouri. It is nice to find a well done source of information with excellent guests. Your podcast is an excellent learning tool and very well done. Thank you!” — J.C., Rogersville Pharmacy
September 19, 2019
Drug Pricing Oversight, Employers Seeking Healthcare Value, Population Health’s Impact on Prescribing.
Relentless Health Value highlights three timely and relevant podcasts that discuss how proposed drug pricing initiatives may impact pharmaceutical strategies, the increasing numbers of employers looking for value, and how population health initiatives may impact prescribing. How do these issues impact you?
June 14, 2019
Relentless Health Value Named a Top 5!
examworks.com on the 50 Best Podcasts for Claim Adjusters
Relentless Health Value is a podcast for business leaders working for payer/insurance carrier and provider organizations as well as pharmaceutical, medical device, patient advocacy, and other health care organizations. The podcast brings together a panel of expert guests that discuss ways to improve population health while managing costs and enabling accurate revenue intake (…)December 6, 2018