From the IWALLK Podcast: Life in the Second Class - An Interview with Alex Wall - Part 3

Episode 4 of the IWALLK Podcast!

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THE IWALLK PODCAST

EPISODE 4 - LIFE IN THE SECOND CLASS

AN INTERVIEW WITH ALEX WALL
PART 3

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Hello! And, welcome to the IWALLK Podcast. I am your host Alex Wall. This program is being broadcast on March 10, 2017. This is Episode 4, titled: "Life in the Second Class - An Interview with Alex Wall - Part 3."

Today we'll listen to the last part in this series, representing an interview and discussion I gave to a University of Southern Maine graduate seminar group about what it is like to have suffered a major medical emergency here in Maine, and what it is like to fall between the cracks of the system. I'd like to thank Faith R. for recording this talk, Tori--for leading the discussion and Deb H. for arranging it all.

Now let's rejoin the conversation, after I finish my thought from last week about my belief that cannabis legalization will help society progress, where we will discuss...

* How I once played Robin Hood at a bank.* Distractions of things in society, like TV.* If Maine's Medicare had been expanded would I have kept insurance?* Why Maine politics is so unique.* How EBT Food Stamps are limited in Maine.* Medical error is the third leading cause of death.* Over-reaction of numbers based medicine.* Problems with trying to sleep in a hospital (very funny).* My assessment of myself and why I left Maine, why I ended up traveling, and how I tried to retain my dignity.* How debt is extended.

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So, there it is. Part 3, and the conclusion of this interview and discussion. 

For now, thank you so much for joining me here today on the IWALLK Podcast.

Until next time... Try to wear your soul on the outside! 

From the IWALLK Podcast: Life in the Second Class - An Interview with Alex Wall - Part 2

Episode 3 of the IWALLK Podcast!

PLEASE have a listen, share these podcasts with friends, click follow at my PodOmatic page (iwallk.podomatic.com), and make a donation if you are able, either through this blog or the PayPal button at the podcast page. I'd love it if you could leave a comment to let me know what you think!

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THE IWALLK PODCAST

EPISODE 3 - LIFE IN THE SECOND CLASS

AN INTERVIEW WITH ALEX WALL
PART 2

Raw Intro...

Hello! And, welcome to the IWALLK Podcast. I am your host Alex Wall. This program is being broadcast on March 2, 2017. This is Episode 3, titled: "Life in the Second Class - An Interview with Alex Wall - Part 2."

Well, we had a better reception to Episode 2. People were a bit divided about the music I use. One person commented that it was distracting to hear during the introduction. I don't really agree, but I tried lowering the music volume a bit for today's episode. 

On the other hand, another listener liked the music so much that she bought the album, which also includes four other ambient pieces. She even chose to pay extra.  A very generous gesture. 

The name of the track that I use on this podcast is, "Luminescence," from the album "Psychoambience." They can be heard and purchased at Bandcamp, one of the sites at which my music is sold. I have provided a link in the program notes this week.

I have no other donors to thank this week. It is, I suppose, appropriate in the context of the subject matter, to remind listeners that the kind donations made to this podcast and my blog IWALLK.blogspot.com, are my only source of income. As things stand now, I have only seven days of medication left, and am at risk of having to go off these life sustaining meds if I can't afford to fill my prescription next week. 

This isn't meant to tug at your heartstrings, but rather to show you the kinds of things that those of us who live in the Second Class struggle with. 

After Part 3, next week's conclusion of the interview and discussion we have been listening to, there will be a program about food insecurity Maine (another issue which has become quite prominent for me lately--as I was just denied EBT foods stamps in February), and also what I call "the circle of catch 22's"--that being, how the deficits of one limitation (say, not having a car) affects and creates other limitations (like not being able to get a job), and then how both situations, prevent - and also are exacerbated by - not having a place to live. I will be moving back out side and having to live in only a month.

So, while trying to simply let you experience these things with me I would also ask that you consider making a contribution if you can to help out, and/or sharing these podcasts with family and friends. Click the "like" and "follow" buttons to show that you support these kinds of programs. As the card board signs of the people on street say "Anything helps! And, God bless!"

Ok, so, with all of that out of the way, let us get on with today's episode, as we continue the recent discussion I had with a University of Southern Maine graduate seminar group about what it is like to be uninsured after a major medical emergency and what it is like to fall between the cracks of the "System."...

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That was Part 3 of an interview and talk I gave recently to a group of University of Southern Maine graduate students. Next week will be Part 3, the final segment of this discussion.

For now, thank you so much for joining me here today on the IWALLK Podcast.

Until next time... Try to wear your soul on the outside!