Policy Prescriptions
A health policy INSIDER podcast. Presented by Healthsperien.
A podcast where policy, politics, and presence come together to unpack how real change happens in health care.
Hosted by Gary Jacobs, longtime policy advocate, lobbyist, and author of The Zen Lobbyist: A Mindful Approach to Transforming Healthcare, this series goes beyond headlines to explore the human dynamics, strategic forces, and unseen influences shaping decisions in Washington. Drawing on decades of experience, Gary brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective to conversations about leadership, influence, and the evolving health policy landscape.
Each episode creates space to step back from the noise, offering insights for policymakers, advocates, and leaders who want to navigate complexity with clarity, intention, and impact.
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About the Host
Gary Jacobs, host of the Policy Prescription Podcast, is a healthcare advocate, entrepreneur, and “Zen lobbyist” based in Washington, D.C., with decades of experience in healthcare entrepreneurship and policy advocacy.
With decades of experience, he has worked in healthcare entrepreneurship and public policy, focusing on primary care, wellness, and preventive practices.
Jacobs’s personal health crisis inspired his shift from business to advocacy, blending mindfulness practices with policy work to drive meaningful healthcare reform. His innovative approach combines strategic expertise with a compassionate focus on well-being, making him a leader in both the healthcare and advocacy spaces. Jacobs continues to push for bipartisan solutions that improve healthcare access and promote preventive care.
Jacobs’ book, The Zen Lobbyist: A Mindful Approach to Transforming Healthcare, follows his journey from entrepreneur to Washington Insider.
The Zen Lobbyist: A Mindful Approach to Transforming Healthcare
The Zen Lobbyist follows Gary Jacobs from entrepreneur to Washington insider, revealing how self-awareness and smart advocacy can drive real change. With firsthand insight and a bipartisan lens, he shows how to fix healthcare from the inside out—starting with primary care, prevention, and leadership that puts people first.