This episode features Scott Alexander Ruderman and Rachael Dyer, the filmmakers behind the documentary film, Pay or Die, which is premiering at SXSW 2023 in Austin on March 11. Their time at SXSW will also include a live panel on March 12, Young and Insured: Pay or Die, with Scott, Diabetes Advocate Nichole Smith-Holt, Texas Representative James Talarico, and S. Vincent Rajkumar MD, from the Mayo Clinic.

Rob talks to Scott and Rachael about:

• Inspiration behind the documentary

• The importance of the film in today’s world

• Working with a partner for so long on a creative project

• Teaming up with Hollywood producers

• Creative work while living with Diabetes

Learn more about Pay or Die at https://payordiefilm.com/

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