Libby Duke

head of comms for @thrive. email me at [email protected] if you'd like to connect!

[Libby Duke @libbytheduke]

@willyhopps @A24 @osmo_studio Congratulations legend! 👏

[Dr. Vin Gupta @VinGuptaMD]

Obesity is a chronic disease, and Medicaid beneficiaries deserve access to the same evidence-based care as anyone else.

This isn't a choice between medication and healthy habits. For eligible patients, GLP-1 therapies should complement—not replace—nutrition, physical activity, sleep and ongoing clinical care.

The federal BALANCE Model gives states a practical path to deliver that comprehensive care. While the negotiated cost is $245 per patient per month, states pay only a fraction of that because Medicaid is jointly financed by state and federal governments. For most states, the actual cost is approximately $58–$122 per patient per month, depending on their federal matching rate.

At a time when Medicaid budgets are under real pressure, it's especially important to invest in interventions backed by strong evidence and with the potential to improve every aspect of health.

As states weigh whether to participate, the conversation should be grounded in both the evidence and the full financial picture. Patients deserve access to clinically appropriate obesity care regardless of their income or ZIP code. And policymakers deserve an honest accounting of what participation actually costs.

With the July 31 application deadline approaching, raising awareness with @thrive founder and CEO @ariannahuff: 

Governors and Medicaid leaders should give the BALANCE Model careful consideration so that access to evidence-based obesity care is determined by medical need—not income or ZIP code.

[ElevenLabs @ElevenLabs]

Arianna Huffington (@ariannahuff), a globally recognized entrepreneur, author of 15 books, founder and CEO of @thrive, and founder of The Huffington Post, has joined Iconic Voices on @elevenreader.

Her influential newsletter and articles are now available in her own AI-simulated voice, allowing you to experience her insights with the same passion and authenticity that have made her a leading voice in improving health outcomes and productivity.

[Libby Duke @libbytheduke]

@Superhuman @PRcarly It's so fast, I never have to use my mouse, the UX, snippets...I could go on all day! And the onboarding experience is like an email spa!!! Seriously I'm y'all's biggest fan, been a subscriber since 2020!

[Thrive Global @thrive]

Does your bedtime routine include curling up with a good book? Here's why it should: Not only does reading help you disconnect from stress, it can also help you gently ease yourself to sleep.

[Arianna Huffington @ariannahuff]

Elon Musk’s chaotic leadership of Twitter has brought us to a clarifying moment in how we think about work, burnout, human energy and peak performance. More in my @TIME op-ed: https://t.co/y948S6iAdG

[Arianna Huffington @ariannahuff]

Love seeing two amazing @Thrive Challenge Grand Champs featured on @WalmartWorld. Well-being isn’t just a benefit at @Walmart, but part of the daily experience, where associates inspire each other to do things they never thought were possible. https://t.co/DXWAiw56KH

[Arianna Huffington @ariannahuff]

Six years ago we launched @Thrive with the mission to end the stress and burnout epidemic. I love using birthdays, anniversaries and other milestones to reflect — both on the progress we’ve made in the past year and how we can use what we’ve learned for the years ahead.

[Arianna Huffington @ariannahuff]

Angela Lansbury touched our lives on the big screen, in the theater, and on television. My favorite of her roles, Eleanor Iselin in The Manchurian Candidate. What’s yours? Her legacy after 96 years will live on forever. Rest In Peace.

[TODAY @TODAYshow]

We’re tracking what happens during sleep and how rest can impact our memory and more as @SavannahGuthrie puts herself to the test. 💤

[Arianna Huffington @ariannahuff]

Only 5 years too late for covfefe! https://t.co/X08CuTLtDq

[Arianna Huffington @ariannahuff]

When leaders incorporate empathy-driven innovation to improve the employee experience, every business metric improves. Listen to my discussion with @Genesys CEO @Tony_Bates71 and @alansmurray and @ellmcgirt on @FortuneMagazine's podcast here: https://t.co/yIABjhLtpK

[Marina Khidekel @MarinaKhidekel]

So fun being on with @hodakotb @JennaBushHager and @ariannahuff talking about the power of Microsteps and my favorite slightly weird but effective 60-second work break!

[Michelle Obama @MichelleObama]

With her strong and poignant words, @TheAmandaGorman reminds us of the power we each hold in upholding our democracy. Keep shining, Amanda! I can't wait to see what you do next. 💕 #BlackGirlMagic

Photo credit: Rob Carr

[Libby Duke @libbytheduke]

@mattiekahn @ariannahuff @tarablyhonest @Annemsachs THIS MADE MY DAY I TRULY CANNOT BELIEVE THIS STORY!!!! <3 <3 <3

[Arianna Huffington @ariannahuff]

Love this story, especially because the owners of Murray and Leo are both Thrivers, @tarablyhonest and @Annemsachs!

[Noma Nazish @noma_nz]

Thank you @ariannahuff & @MarinaKhidekel for speaking with me. 🙏 I'm sure the readers would benefit immensely from these tips. #wellness #selfcare #healthyhabits #intentionalliving https://t.co/2ZvLLsfjDQ

[BNO News @BNONews]

TRUMP LOCKED OUT
- Twitter: 12 hours (at least)
- Facebook: 24 hours
- Instagram: 24 hours
- Snapchat: Indefinitely

[Slate @Slate]

It’s still a long shot, but it’s the best option we have. https://t.co/jTsSmgypOU