Public Health Epidemiology Conversations

Oct 28 2024 395 ep. 27 mins 90
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This podcast explores public health careers, epidemiology, and public health entrepreneurship. The episodes features conversations that encourage you to think creatively and use innovation, while also helping you see public health everywhere.

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PHEC 376: Strengthening Professional Community Ties

Oct 28 2024 7 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Huntley discusses the importance of building trust and genuine relationships with communities, particularly BIPOC communities, through her consulting firm. She shares insights from a previous episode and outlines how her team is actively engaging with attendees at the American Public Health Association's (APHA) annual meeting. The conversation emphasizes the si

PHEC 375: Lessons from a Plumbing Experience

Oct 21 2024 17 mins  
Dr. Huntley shares a personal story about a plumbing issue that leads to insights on trust, confidence, and relationship building in public health. Through the narrative, she emphasizes the importance of establishing strong connections with communities and clients, drawing parallels between her experience with a plumber and the relationships public health professionals should culti

PHEC 374: The Confess Project, With Lorenzo Lewis, MPA

Oct 14 2024 27 mins  
Lorenzo Lewis, founder of the Confess Project of America, discusses his journey in promoting mental health awareness and the impact of his organization. The Confess Project trains barbers, stylists, and frontline workers to be mental health advocates, focusing on marginalized and underserved communities. They have trained over 5,000 individuals in 35 states and 63 cities, impacting

PHEC 373: Unlocking Opportunities Through Networking

Oct 07 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Huntley and Assistant Operations Manager, Laura Hollabaugh discuss networking tips in public health and provide resources for listeners to connect with experts in the field. They emphasize the importance of networking before, during, and after conferences, and share best practices for making meaningful connections. They also highlight five guests from previous

PHEC 372: Suicide Prevention Awareness Conversations With Communities

Sep 30 2024 34 mins  
It’s Suicide Prevention Month and we’re here to play our part in raising awareness. Dr. Huntley is joined by Doctors Linda Gordon and Kristi McClamroch, as well as Public Health Consultant and Speaker Ericka Horne as part of the latest Public Health Roundtable discussion on suicide prevention and awareness. It may be a difficult conversation to have but we don’t shy away from

PHEC 371: Prioritizing The User Experience In Community Engagement

Sep 23 2024 11 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Huntley shares a client story that serves as a reminder about the importance of building relationships with BIPOC communities. She emphasizes the need to approach relationship-building as a long-term commitment and prioritize the user experience. It is crucial to avoid overwhelming the community and instead focus on fostering trust and rapport. Dr. Huntley enco

PHEC 370: The Role Of Public Health In Daily Life, With Karen Mancera-Cuevas, DrPH, MPH

Sep 17 2024 34 mins  
Dr. Karen Mancera-Cuevas, Senior Director of Health Equity at the National Health Council, discusses her career in public health and the importance of addressing health equity. She emphasizes the need for tailored care and support for diverse populations, particularly those affected by chronic diseases. Dr. Mancera Cuevas also highlights the challenges faced by older populations an

PHEC 369: Overcoming Challenges In Projects

Sep 09 2024 14 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Huntley shares lessons learned from a long-term client project and emphasizes the importance of staying focused on the community win. She discusses the challenges faced during the project, such as turnover, communication issues, minimal guidance, data access, and extended timelines. Despite these challenges, Dr. Huntley remains dedicated to her clients and thei

PHEC 368: Tragedy, Grief, And Gratitude

Sep 02 2024 15 mins  
Dr. Huntley expresses her gratitude for the support she has received after the tragic accident that took the life of her stepson. She shares photos and memories of him and discusses the difficulty of processing such a loss. She acknowledges the outpouring of love and support and the importance of accepting it. Dr. Huntley emphasizes the need to prioritize mental health and take thi

PHEC 367: The Power of Listening, A Client Story

Aug 26 2024 16 mins  
If you’re a regular listener of the show, then you know how passionate our company is about serving black, indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) leaders and organizations. Before you can help others, you need to earn their trust and understand their struggles. In this episode, we explore the power of listening, particularly when working with BIPOC organizations. Listening allows yo