This week on the FLATLINING Podcast, Matthew and Ron discuss the debt ceiling. Why does the United States have a debt ceiling? What happens if the US defaults on its debt? How will Medicare claims be paid if the government hits the debt ceiling? Subscribe to the FLATLINING Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the iHeartRadio app, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Pandora, TuneIn, and Audible. Articles mentioned in this episode: What is the debt ceiling? Why it's important and how it affects you - CNBC via Microsoft StartFive things to know about the debt ceiling bill passed by House Republicans - The Washington Examiner via Microsoft StartHow Is the 14th Amendment Connected to the Debt Ceiling? - Newsweek This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.flatlining.net