This podcast episode features an interview with Greg Brinkley, a former Social Security employee, who provides valuable insights into the inner workings of the disability process. Greg discusses the role of disability claims examiners, the challenges faced by disability claimants, and the reasons behind the lengthy processing times. He also shares his personal career journey at Social Security and his current work as a disability consultant and coach. The episode explores the responsibilities of Social Security employees, the impact of limited resources on processing times, and the perception of fraud in the disability process. It concludes with a discussion on the significant increase in waiting times for Social Security cases and a promotion for a free case evaluation.