Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #725: Ezekiel Emanuel, Douglas Murray, Paul Rieckhoff
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Apr 11, 2026 
Ezekiel Emanuel, health policy expert and author, offers quick takes on Obamacare and healthy living. Douglas Murray, author and commentator, debates Iran policy and defends tough stances on migration. Paul Rieckhoff, veteran and national security analyst, warns about endless war and erosion of U.S. values. They spar over Iran strikes, nuclear objectives, alliances, and the costs of toppling regimes.
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Six Simple Rules For A Long Healthy Life
- Do prioritize six simple health rules: socialize, keep mentally sharp, eat well, exercise, avoid stupid risks, and maintain friendships.
- Ezekiel Emanuel bases this on data and frames them as practical, evidence-backed habits from his book Eat Your Ice Cream.
Remove Deductibles For Necessary Care
- Avoid high deductibles for necessary medical care; patients with real illnesses shouldn't face cost barriers for essential treatments.
- Emanuel argues cancer patients shouldn't decide on chemo based on deductible payments because clinicians decide care.
Skip Exotic Biohacks And Trackers
- Ignore fad biohacks and focus on straightforward, evidence-based habits instead of tracking gadgets that increase anxiety.
- Emanuel recommends common-sense practices over devices like sleep rings or trendy therapies that often conflict.