#151 - Special on Oprah Today, June 5th

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Filmmaker, Michael Moore, will be featured on Oprah's show today.

As some of you may know, I have been following Mr. Moore's work on his latest documentary, SICKO for over one year now.

Last year I had shared with my readers that he was interviewing people who have been having problems with the US healthcare system.

I had the privilege to preview snippets of SICKO at the Toronto International Film Festival this past autumn and listen to Mr. Moore talk about his work in trying to draw attention to the need for healthcare reform in the US.

He actually had to go undercover to film this documentary.

When the insurance companies caught wind that he was making this film, they denied health insurance coverage to all of his employees! He couldn't go on with the work until he could get coverage for his workers... he mentioned that an anonymous helper was footing the bill.

I know people have some strong opinons about Michael Moore, but just so you know... he doesn't just go tromping in, getting people's stories and then abandon them.

He follows up, makes sure they get the help they need and establishes networks to keep the work going.

And... in person he is VERY SHY.

He is not the same guy you see on film when he is pushing someone who has been abusing their power.

And, he is humble about the work... completely not what I expected.

The guy is truly an advocate... and for those of us so dependent on the healthcare system, he is on our side.

So consider taking a peek at Oprah today to see what his film is about.

Sicko opens to general audiences on June 29th.