Dr. Ed Weir: Social Security & Medicare podcast artwork
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Dr. Ed Weir: Social Security & Medicare

by Dr. Ed Weir
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About the show

I’m Dr. Ed Weir, a former Social Security District Manager. I explain Social Security, Medicare, retirement, disability, and family benefits in plain English so you can understand your options and prepare your next step. Listen to practical explanations and audience Q&As about retirement benefits, SSDI, SSI, spouse and survivor benefits, Medicare coverage, and programs that may help with everyday costs. Free guides and resources: 24Help.org Medicare help from my partner, Chapter: 24Help.org/chapter Help the next person: 24Help.org/support General education, not individual legal, tax, financial, or medical advice. I am not currently affiliated with the Social Security Administration or another federal agency. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. Rules and amounts can change; check each episode’s date and confirm current information before acting.

Latest episodes

  • Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage: Comparing Your Options

    October 5, 2026 · 7 min

    Dr. Ed Weir compares the two main Medicare coverage paths, including networks, referrals, prior authorization and out-of-pocket costs. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/T65. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call…

  • Preparing for a Disability Review: Your CDR Journal

    October 2, 2026 · 8 min

    Dr. Ed Weir explains how to keep a simple record of appointments, medications, symptoms and side effects to prepare for a continuing disability review. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/CDR. For Medicare help, visit…

  • Before You File for Social Security: Where to Start

    September 30, 2026 · 10 min

    Dr. Ed Weir introduces the questions to consider before filing for Social Security, including timing, filing choices and where disability benefits may fit. Request your free retirement guide: 24Help.org/retire. For Medicare help, visit…

  • Medicare 101: The Four Parts and Your Two Main Options

    September 28, 2026 · 6 min

    A plain-language introduction to Medicare Parts A, B, C and D, and the two main ways to receive your Medicare coverage, with Dr. Ed Weir. This audio edition comes from my Medicare Made Simple course. References to the course or anything…

  • Turning 65: Mistakes to Avoid | Dr. Ed Weir

    September 23, 2026 · 19 min

    Turning 65? Listen to Dr. Ed Weir, former Social Security District Manager, in this audio edition of “BIGGEST MISTAKES Turning 65 | Don’t Make These.” Request your free New to Medicare guide: 24Help.org/T65 Want help with Medicare…