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Public Health Insight

The Public Health Insight Podcast is a weekly podcast ranked in the top 5% of all podcasts globally. The podcast covers all things public health and global health, from the sustainable development goals to the social determinants of health, as well as interesting dialogues about the diverse career opportunities that exist in the fields. Since its launch in March 2020, the podcast has featured more than 40 high-profile guests and has built an audience in more than 5,000 cities in over 190

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26:32

The Aftermath of USAID Funding Cuts & a $150 Million...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/06/10

One morning in February 2025, EngenderHealth received the kind of email every global health leader dreads—three major USAID grants were gone. No warning. No appeal. Just: “not in the national interest.” In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we unpack the real-world consequences: canceled surgeries, programs being stretched to their limit, and the ripple effects that reach far beyond borders. EngenderHealth’s CEO, Traci Baird, returns to share how her team acted fast—redirectin...

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32:33

Redefining Quality of Care in Sexual and Reproductive...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/06/03

The path to global reproductive rights often begins in the most local of places—a single clinic, a single conversation, a single patient. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, host Purva Mehta explores how Traci Baird’s career unfolded from counselling women in a North Carolina clinic to scaling abortion access across five continents. Along the way, she redefined what quality care looks like, led bold expansions into medication abortion, and championed inclusive sexual health ...

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33:52

The Many Lives of the 13th Surgeon General

Public Health Insight ·

2025/05/27

By 1981, the U.S. Surgeon General’s office was a shadow of its former self—no ships, no quarantine stations, barely a dozen staff, and one statutory duty: publish the annual smoking report. Yet the Reagan White House still saw an opportunity. They tapped Dr. C. Everett Koop, a pediatric surgery legend whose outspoken pro-life views looked perfect for them in shoring up the administration’s social-conservative base. In the final chapter of this three-part mini-series on the Public Health Insig...

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22:44

The Birth of Pediatric Surgery

Public Health Insight ·

2025/05/20

Pediatric surgery as a specialty hasn’t been around for as long as you might think. Before 1946, it wasn’t even a line item in most hospitals—children simply waited for whichever general surgeon happened to be on call. In the second chapter of this three-part mini-series on the Public Health Insight Podcast, host Gordon Thane continues his conversation with biographer Nigel M. de S. Cameron to trace the journey of a young Dr. C. Everett Koop—from his first day at Children’s Hospital of Philad...

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21:54

The Writing of a Biography on a Historical Figure in...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/05/13

Dr. C. Everett Koop was one of the most iconic figures in U.S. public health—instantly recognizable by his beard and bow tie, but much less known for the deeper convictions that guided his work. Despite his groundbreaking contributions to pediatric surgery, tobacco control, and AIDS education, his full story has remained largely untold—until now. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Dr. Nigel S. Cameron, the author of the first full biography of Dr. Koop. Drawin...

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19:03

A Public Health Mentorship Program Shaking Things Up...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/05/06

It started with an eye condition, a laptop, and a growing sense that public health professionals deserved more support. What came next? A mentorship model shaking things up across Canada. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Carly La Berge shares the story behind the Canadian Public Health Hub, including its triad mentorship model, how she’s keeping it inclusive and burnout-free, and why she believes mentorship should be accessible, flexible, and community-driven. She also re...

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43:24

When One of the World's Pickiest Eaters Becomes A...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/04/29

Carly La Berge never planned to work in public health. After years of pursuing a career in medicine, rejection letters, and frustrations in healthcare clinics sent her down an unexpected path — one fueled by advocacy, system change, and a lot of detours. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Carly shares how working as a medical office assistant opened her eyes to deeper health inequities, why she pursued an MPH in Social Policy, and how policy writing became a tool for accoun...

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31:42

Telling Patient Stories The Right Way To Drive Change

Public Health Insight ·

2025/04/22

When public health stories are told right, they don’t just inform—they move people. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast with Alexson Calahan, Founder of Small Adventures Communications, we dive deep into the ‘how’ of public relations in public health and explore tangible takeaways to do it better. From building trust with patients to crafting campaigns that change behavior, Alexson shares the tools, strategies, and lessons she’s learned across two decades in the field, includ...

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30:09

How Marketing, Communications, & PR Can Boost Public...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/04/15

What does public health have to gain from public relations? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Alexson Calahan—Founder of Small Adventures Communications and a seasoned public relations expert with nearly 20 years of experience about her unconventional journey from selling classified ads to how she turned a data inquiry from the Today Show into a $100K gift for congenital heart defect research. Whether you're in public health, comms, or curious about how stori...

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34:53

How A Pandemic Treaty Protects Global Health Security

Public Health Insight ·

2025/04/08

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the world’s vulnerabilities—and reignited global conversations about how to prepare for the next one. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Garry Aslanyan returns to unpack the proposed WHO Pandemic Treaty and how it builds on existing tools like the International Health Regulations. We explore what makes this treaty different, the debates shaping its negotiation, and what it could mean for countries like Canada. From vaccine equity to intell...

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35:44

Inside the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control: A...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/04/01

The Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) might not make headlines today, but it was the first treaty negotiated under the World Health Organization—and it changed the global public health landscape forever. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Garry Aslanyan returns to unpack the story behind this groundbreaking treaty. We explore how the FCTC was negotiated in an era before Zoom calls and WhatsApp, the political and economic tensions that shaped its development...

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18:28

The World Health Organization Explained & Why Global...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/03/25

You’ve heard of the World Health Organization (WHO), but do you know how it actually works and why it matters in your everyday life? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Garry Aslanyan, Manager of Partnerships and Global Engagement at the WHO’s TDR programme in Geneva, Switzerland. We dive into the fascinating origins of the WHO, explore how it's structured and funded, and unpack how its global decisions directly impact local public health efforts.&n...

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34:46

Deconstructing Community Violence With Big Data &...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/03/18

Gun violence is now a leading cause of death in many demographics but how do you intervene when many of the underlying causes don’t have anything to do with guns in the first place? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Lori Toscano, Director of Justice Technical Assistance at WestEd, discusses using data analytics and machine learning to identify and address risk and protective factors for community violence. The conversation covers a new framework, the Violence Prevent...

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39:03

A Meticulous Career In Criminal Justice & Violence...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/03/11

What does a meticulous career in criminal justice and violence prevention look like? Look no further than Lori Toscano. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Lori joins to share her initial ambition to become a grade 5 teacher to now a devoted career in community violence intervention. The conversation dives into the importance of data, community involvement, and the challenges Lori faced while trying to balance enforcement and support. The episode concludes with insight...

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39:29

Is Burnout The Price To Pay When Working In Public...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/03/04

It’s understandable why many might think that burnout is inevitable when working in the field of public health? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Marissa McCool, The Public Health Burnout Coach, joins to shatter those misconceptions. She discusses the signs, causes, and impacts of burnout, particularly within the public health field. The conversation explores how burnout can manifest in various aspects of life, including work, relationships, and health. Maris...

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31:29

Doing Your Bachelor's and Master’s In Public Health,...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/02/25

A career in public health can twist and turn in almost limitless directions. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Marissa McKool shares insights from her educational journey, her persistence in networking, and her time working at government institutions. The discussion includes her unexpected shifts due to personal and political events, her work at UC Berkeley, and her eventual burnout. The conversation provides valuable lessons on the importance of professional persist...

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19:25

Revolutionizing Patient Engagement In Healthcare with...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/02/18

The potential of blockchain and AI in revolutionizing healthcare is immense. In this episode of the Public Health Podcast, social change futurist Sheila Phicil discusses how these technologies empower patients with data ownership and control. Introducing her startup 'Phicil-Itate Change,' she explains her mission to guide healthcare organizations in developing patient-centered solutions. The conversation highlights the need for innovation in the healthcare system, the importance of social lis...

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24:11

Financial Economics, Healthcare Administration, &...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/02/11

Who is a social change futurist? Whether you’re aspiring to make an impact in public health or curious about the intersection of finance, healthcare administration, and project management, Sheila’s career journey offers valuable insights into the future of social change in health. Learn more in this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast. References for Our Discussion ◼️ Phicil-Itate Change Guest ◼️ Sheila Phicil, MPH, MS, PMP, FACHE Host(s) & Producer(s) ◼️ Gord...

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26:09

Can A Sick Care System Address Inequities & The...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/02/04

Why are hospitals closing and what is their role in addressing health disparities? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Sheila Phicil, a social change futurist, joins to talk about the complexities and challenges faced by the U.S. healthcare system in addressing social determinants of health. The discussion begins with defining health equity in simple terms then delves into framing healthcare as a 'sick care' system. The conversation shifts to unpacking the dispro...

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37:00

Is It OK To Make Money In Public Health? A Story of...

Public Health Insight ·

2025/01/28

“There are consultants for healthcare and public health making more than $1,200 an hour...""Why does Quisha make more than some of the on-call docs?” "Close your business or be terminated.” “Nobody becomes an entrepreneur to live paycheck to paycheck”Tune into this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, where Quisha Umemba, CEO of Umemba Health, recounts her transition from a nurse facing an ultimatum to a successful public health consultant. She details overcoming initi...

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