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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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16:42

Know Your Worth - Lesson 5 of 9

Public Health Insight ·

2024/10/15

What is your value to your team, department, division, company, or industry?In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about the importance of knowing the worth you bring to the table, how insufficient compensation can reveal other factors that leave you dissatisfied, and recognizing the elements that are important for you to thrive.Hosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music RoomSubscribe to th...

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28:06

Learning & Professional Development Doesn’t Stop -...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/10/08

Don’t feel like you’re sufficiently prepared after going through a rigorous academic program at school? Well, learning and professional development doesn’t stop.In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about certifications, credentials, courses, and continuing formal education.Hosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music RoomSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to T...

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28:09

Standing Out Where It Matters At Work: Lesson 3 of 9...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/10/01

Whether it's going above and beyond or doing the bare minimum at work, everyone has their reasons.In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about effective ways you can use to stand out by listening, asking questions, understanding high value skills for the specific work environment, and exploring growth opportunities.Hosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music Room...

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18:06

Getting Your First Job Is A Big Step: Lesson 2 of 9...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/09/24

Don’t sleep on the significance of getting your first job post MPH! In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about just how big of a step this may prove to be. Along the way, we share key lessons learned such as not being too picky, spending time to understand competitive job markets based on geography, and how to identify an entry level job.Hosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Ha...

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26:52

Disease Spread Explained Through Novel Data Sources

Public Health Insight ·

2024/09/17

What if public health had more access to data than was previously thought imaginable?Dr. Serina Chang joins this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast to discuss how AI and novel data sources like cell phone mobility data can shed insights on human behaviour at scale, why health disparities exist, and the various ethical considerations that hang in the balance. Guest◼️ Serina Chang, PhDHost ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Producer(s)◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn ...

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22:24

Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing -...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/09/10

Machine learning, natural language processing, rule-based systems, neural networks, deep learning…these are all terms used in the artificial intelligence space. But what does it all mean? Dr. Serina Chang knows a thing or two about this AI stuff and joins the Public Health Insight Podcast for a deep dive into the basics of AI as well as some key concepts to lay the foundational knowledge required to apply computer science in a population health context. Guest◼️ Serina Chang, ...

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32:19

Intersection of Computer Science & Sociology - Part 1...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/09/03

What does a career look like exploring the intersection of AI, public health, and social science?Look no further than Dr. Serina Chang, who is an incoming Assistant Professor at UC Berkeley and she joins the Public Health Insight Podcast to talk about her research to develop AI methods to improve public health, understand human behavior, and guide data-driven policymaking.Guest◼️ Serina Chang, PhDHost & Producer◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x ...

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26:56

Improving Quality Of Life In Pregnancy & Postpartum...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/08/27

Physiotherapy is an integral part of pregnancy care, helping to prevent and manage postpartum conditions. In reality, it remains underutilized as there are barriers to access including lack of time, financial constraints, and lack of awareness. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, a Pelvic and Orthopaedic Physiotherapist joins to discuss how virtual services can increase accessibility as well as the benefits of culturally competent physiotherapy as a preventative and the...

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29:02

Getting Real About Women’s Health in Physiotherapy w/...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/08/20

Misconceptions, cultural and religious norms, and insufficient training for healthcare professionals are a few of many reasons why women don’t always get the care they need in pregnancy, postpartum, and in perimenopause. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Surabhi Veitch about physiotherapy’s role in maternal and sexual health.Guest◼️ Surabhi VeitchReferences◼️ The Passionate PhysioHost(s)◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MScProducer(s)◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®...

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30:09

I Took The Certified In Public Health (CPH) Exam

Public Health Insight ·

2024/08/13

There are many certifications out there for health professionals but is there one specific for public health? We discuss the Certified in Public Health (CPH) eligibility, exam preparation, difficulty level, and what it takes to maintain the certification on this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast.References◼️ NBPHE Strategic Plan◼️ CPH Eligibility RequirementsHosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, CPH, MSc, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Jo...

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28:19

Should There Be A Standard Credential For Public...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/08/06

Like for other disciplines, should there be a standard credential to certify public health professionals working in the field? We discuss standardized testing, a rationale for a unified certification, and more on this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast.References◼️ NBPHE Strategic PlanHosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, CPH, MSc, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music RoomSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to...

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14:27

Are Core Components In Public Health Useful?

Public Health Insight ·

2024/07/30

The Core Competencies for Public Health in Canada were first published in 2008 and recent efforts are underway to modernize and update them to align with the current context. But just how useful are they to public health professionals, policy and decision-makers, educators, researchers, and health-influencing organizations? Hosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®References◼️ 2024 CORE COMPETENCIES FOR PUBLIC HEALTH IN CANADAProduction Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom ...

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29:07

Making The Most Of Your MPH: Lesson 1

Public Health Insight ·

2024/07/23

Are you getting the most out of your MPH degree? After completing their MPH in 2019, the hosts of the Public Health Insight Podcast share 1 of their 9 key lessons they learned since graduating and it applies to aspiring professionals, current students, and graduates. Hosts & Producers◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music RoomSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to The Insight newsletter...

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40:36

Guaranteed Ways To NOT Get A Job

Public Health Insight ·

2024/07/16

There are many reasons why candidates mess up job opportunities. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we cover a few of them, including: ◼️ The importance of remembering job descriptions and company details; ◼️ Mistakes made by both early career professionals and seasoned veterans; ◼️ The impact of poor preparation and generic cover letters; ◼️ The necessity of demonstrating knowledge about the organization; ◼️ Professionalism during virtual intervie...

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19:25

Find More Job Titles & Postings With This Search...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/07/09

Public health job titles and postings are not as standardized as they are in many other fields. Another issue is that many public health organizations use different terms to describe similar roles. So what happens when your search is no longer yielding results?Fortunately, there are simple strategies for finding job opportunities in the public health field beyond the obvious ones. When you’re stuck, try generating specific and general job titles to search for with this formula which includes ...

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32:57

Places To Work In Public Health - Public Health Units

Public Health Insight ·

2024/07/02

There are many places to work in public health. It turns out that Public Health Units (PHUs) are home to a variety of public health professionals, including student placements and internships.In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we cover:◼️ an overview of the role and function of public health units◼️ similarities and differences when compared to community health centres◼️ challenges of the PHU structure◼️ importance of program evaluation◼️ required skills and competencesRefe...

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27:15

Places To Work In Public Health - Community Health...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/06/25

Community Health Centres (CHCs) are an important part of the larger system as they focus primarily on improving the health and well-being of underserved populations who have traditionally faced barriers accessing health services.In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we cover:◼️ the services that CHCs typically offer◼️ the diverse range of roles including health promoters, nutritionists, social workers, and more ◼️ practical advice for professionals on how to make their in...

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20:44

Overdose Prevention & Proliferation of Nicotine...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/06/18

Each year, ASTHO publishes their anticipated top 10 public health policy issues. It is perhaps no surprise that opioids and nicotine products make this list based on the current trends. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, their Chief Medical Officer talks about the chronic nature of addiction and the importance of addressing social determinants of health. The conversation also delves into the successes and challenges in tobacco control, particularly the rise of e-cigar...

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17:34

Workforce Shortages - Part 2 - Public Health Policy...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/06/11

State and local government public health agencies lost nearly half of their employees between 2017 and 2021. This and many other factors have contributed to a shortage in the workforce. The confusing part is that more people are graduating with public health training than ever before but only 17% are landing in government jobs after finishing school.In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Marcus Plescia of ASTHO joins us to help us make sense of this all and to share various...

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50:19

Leadership in Public Health and Medicine - Part 1 -...

Public Health Insight ·

2024/06/04

After initially considering a career in architecture before high-school, Dr. Marcus Plescia went on to pursue a career in medicine and is now the Chief Medical Officer at the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO).In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Plescia shares his experience:◼️ Pursuing a dual degree in medicine and public health;◼️ Working in the Bronx during the HIV epidemic;◼️ Shifting to focus on non-communicable diseases;◼️ Providing leade...

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