Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The biggest headline in the GLP-1 world just dropped: a deal between the Trump administration and pharma giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk. But is this really a breakthrough for patients… or just political theater?
In this episode of The Weekly Shot, RMZ breaks down what’s actually happening behind the GLP-1 price-cut announcements, the new TrumpRX platform, the Medicare and Medicaid “pilot programs,” and the unanswered questions that raise some serious red flags.
We dig into:
• The $150 GLP-1 pill pricing — and the catch behind it
• Why these meds aren’t FDA-approved yet
• Zepbound’s new direct-to-consumer prices
• What Medicare will really cover (and who will be excluded)
• Why only 10% of Medicare patients may qualify
• What’s missing from Novo’s pricing announcement
• Medicaid’s uncertain future amid massive budget cuts
• The political incentives behind the deal
• Big Pharma acquisitions and what they suggest
• Why this could help some people — but leave many others behind
If you’re trying to understand what this deal really means for affordability, access, and the future of obesity and diabetes treatment, this breakdown will give you the context the headlines aren’t telling you.
About The Weekly Shot
Straight talk. No spin. Breaking down GLP-1 news, obesity care, and metabolic health with clarity and honesty.
If you found this helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support more evidence-based content on GLP-1s and men’s health.
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DISCLAIMER: No information provided here is to be construed as medical advice. Always consult with a licensed medical provider for medical advice.
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The biggest headline in the GLP-1 world just dropped: a deal between the Trump administration and pharma giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk. But is this really a breakthrough for patients… or just political theater?
In this episode of The Weekly Shot, RMZ breaks down what’s actually happening behind the GLP-1 price-cut announcements, the new TrumpRX platform, the Medicare and Medicaid “pilot programs,” and the unanswered questions that raise some serious red flags.
We dig into:
• The $150 GLP-1 pill pricing — and the catch behind it
• Why these meds aren’t FDA-approved yet
• Zepbound’s new direct-to-consumer prices
• What Medicare will really cover (and who will be excluded)
• Why only 10% of Medicare patients may qualify
• What’s missing from Novo’s pricing announcement
• Medicaid’s uncertain future amid massive budget cuts
• The political incentives behind the deal
• Big Pharma acquisitions and what they suggest
• Why this could help some people — but leave many others behind
If you’re trying to understand what this deal really means for affordability, access, and the future of obesity and diabetes treatment, this breakdown will give you the context the headlines aren’t telling you.
About The Weekly Shot
Straight talk. No spin. Breaking down GLP-1 news, obesity care, and metabolic health with clarity and honesty.
If you found this helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support more evidence-based content on GLP-1s and men’s health.
IViM Telehealth (Affiliate Link): ivimhealth.sjv.io/o4XVPE
DISCLAIMER: No information provided here is to be construed as medical advice. Always consult with a licensed medical provider for medical advice.
Social Links
tiktok.com/@roundmoundofzepbound
instagram.com/roundmoundofzepbound
Items that I use on my journey (These are Amazon affiliate links from which I earn a small commission)
Scale:
Eufy P3 Smart Scale:
amzn.to/41JOu0H
Daily Supplements:
Bariatric Choice Once Daily Multivitamin
amzn.to/45LN6Mr
Citracal Calcium Citrate & Calcium Carbonate w/Vitamin D
amzn.to/3RJ384c
LMNT Electrolyte Packs
amzn.to/3L1cILI
Manage Constipation:
Mag07 Natural Colon Cleanse & Detox
amzn.to/3XPvTzI
Garden of Life Raw Organic Fiber Powder (9g)
amzn.to/45tAnQA
Migcopat 10g Fiber Gummies with Probiotics
amzn.to/47llkJw
Amazon ClearLax (MiraLax)
amzn.to/3RLtClu
Ascuoli Pre and Probiotics (300 Billion CFU)
amzn.to/44bnxnA
Protein Goals:
Fairlife 30g Chocolate Protein Shake
amzn.to/4cHYQSn
SEEQ Clear Whey Isolate
amzn.to/4bqzZl0
The Only Bean Roasted Edamame Beans Variety 24 Pack
amzn.to/4bmkSt0
The Only Bean Roasted Edamame Beans Single Flavor 10pk
amzn.to/4ckcyvc
#zepbound #mounjaro #glp1 #weightloss #weightlossjourney #glp #tirzepatide #semaglutide #wegovy #ozempic #menshealth #TheWeeklyShot #HealthyMENtality #glp1news
