Public Health Epidemiology Conversations
370 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 67 ratingsThis 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 161: Interview With Christina Haswood, MPH, Public Health & State Legislature
September 15, 2020 04:00 - 48 minutes - 39 MBOn this episode you’ll meet Christina Haswood and learn about her journey into public health, from her Navajo heritage and culture to her public health work in policy, research, and politics for the state of Kansas. Christina is a public health professional and a candidate for the Kansas House of Representatives in District 10. If elected, Christina would be just the third Native American in Kansas history to be a state legislature. I found out during the interview that Christina has bee...
PHEC 160: Interview with Derick Chia, MPH, Public Health Epidemiologist
September 08, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 27 MBDerick Chia is a Public Health Epidemiologist for Ottawa County, Michigan where he facilitates the collection, analysis, and interpretation of health-related data. Derick believes achieving health equity is heavily reliant on systematic data tracking and reporting to inform public health practice and policies. Over the years, Derick has acquired a diverse background in public health beginning from his hometown in Cameroon, where he worked as a data manager with the Cameroon HIV Free Projec...
PHEC 159: Interview with Shelby Graves, MPH, Public Health Freelancer
September 01, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 20.1 MBOn this episode you’ll meet Shelby Graves and learn about her journey into public health, as well as the work that she currently does as a public health freelancer. Shelby is a Health Policy Analyst, who had earned a Bachelor of Science in Community and Public Health, as well as a Master of Public Health. Her previous work encompassed comprehensive sexual health education, HIV and mental health services, and global health consulting. She currently engages in community health assessmen...
PHEC 158: Interview with Chris TallBear, Oklahoma Tribal Epidemiology Center
August 25, 2020 04:00 - 39 minutes - 31.4 MBOn this episode, you’ll meet Chris TallBear with the Oklahoma Area Tribal Epidemiology Center, and hear about his amazing journey into public health. He is a talented storyteller and servant leader, providing value to his organization and community. You’ll also learn about the Oklahoma Area Tribal Epidemiology Center, which is just one of 12 partner Tribal Epidemiology Centers funded by the Indian Health Service’s Division of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention to assist in improving the h...
PHEC 157: Interview With Corinna Kelley, MPH, Health Equity Expert
August 18, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 26.8 MBMy guest on this episode is Corinna Kelley, who is a leader and advocate for advancing quality public health practices that address health inequalities and impact change in her local community. Corinna has over 14 years of knowledge and experience working in various Public Health specialties from Infection Control, Emergency Management, Food Safety & Defense, Entomology, Epidemiology, as well as Occupational and Community Health. Tune in to the full episode to hear about Corinna’s public...
PHEC 156: Ask Me Anything, Celebrating 3 Years of Podcasting
August 11, 2020 04:00 - 59 minutes - 47.7 MBIt is official! The Public Health Epidemiology Careers Podcast has released a new episode every single week since it started in August of 2017. This is an amazing milestone! As we celebrate on this episode, I thought it would be fun to have an “Ask Me Anything” episode to address some of your questions. In the process of preparing for this, we received a lot of questions, and narrowed them down to a manageable list that I could answer on one episode. To make it even more fun and interest...
PHEC 155: Top 5 Lessons Learned, 3 Years of Podcasting
August 04, 2020 04:00 - 22 minutes - 18 MBExciting to be approaching the official 3 year anniversary of the podcast, coming up next week. On this episode, I’d like to share my top 5 lessons learned over the last 3 years of podcasting. There’s been a ton, but I narrowed it down to my top 5 to share with you. Thank you all for being a part of this community! I appreciate each and every one of you, and I look forward to all of us continuing on the public health journey together.
PHEC 154: Interview with Tommy Ghost Dog and Celena McCray, Northwest Tribal Epidemiology Center
July 28, 2020 04:00 - 52 minutes - 42.2 MBOn this episode, you’ll meet Tommy Ghost Dog and Celena McCray and hear about their journeys into public health. You’ll also learn about the Northwest Tribal Epidemiology Center, which is just one of 12 partner Tribal Epidemiology Centers funded by the Indian Health Service’s Division of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention to assist in improving the health of American Indians and Alaska Natives throughout the United States.
PHEC 153: Our Public Health Networking Group
July 21, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 11.2 MBDid you know we have a public health networking group for our community? In this episode, I will tell you all about it (including the backstory). We’ve got some exciting new activities coming up, which I will also share with you in this episode.
PHEC 153 Our Public Health Networking Group
July 21, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 11.2 MBDid you know we have a public health networking group for our community? In this episode, I will tell you all about it (including the backstory). We’ve got some exciting new activities coming up, which I will also share with you in this episode.
PHEC 152: Interview with Keosha Bond, EdD, MPH, Behavioral Scientist and Sexual Health Educator
July 14, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 33.6 MBMy guest on this episode is Dr. Keosha Bond, a behavioral scientist and sexual health educator from New York. She and I had such a great time during this interview. Before I started recording, we were chatting about a few different things just getting to know each other before the recording officially started. I often do this with guest and it helps builds rapport and eases their nerves a bit if they’re feeling anxious about the interview. Dr. Bond and I quickly found out that we have ...
PHEC 151: New Public Health Career Advice & Tips eBook
July 07, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this episode, I’m going to share the details of a new eBook that my team and I put together, which is now available as a free gift to all new podcast subscribers. I’m going to tell you all about it and how you can get a copy of it for yourself.
PHEC 150: Interview with Jonathan Davis Arizona, Tribal Epidemiology Center
June 30, 2020 04:00 - 19 minutes - 15.4 MBOn this episode, you’ll meet Jonathan Davis and hear about his journey into public health. You’ll also learn about the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona Tribal Epidemiology Center, which is just one of 12 partner Tribal Epidemiology Centers funded by the Indian Health Service’s Division of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention to assist in improving the health of American Indians and Alaska Natives throughout the United States.
PHEC 149: Racism Really Is A Public Health Crisis
June 23, 2020 04:00 - 19 minutes - 15.4 MBI’ve noticed that many companies have been making public statements regarding systemic racism and bold promises of change. I’ve also noticed several public health organizations making similar statements, saying that racism is a public health crisis. This is the one that has captured my attention, and I’m going to explain why and then what I’d like to do about it.
PHEC148: Beyond Stressed Out In Public Health
June 16, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 20.2 MBLet’s hit the pause button on everything going on around us for a few minutes and focus on ourselves. As a professional group, we are beyond stressed out and if we don’t pause and take better care of ourselves, then we will not be able to advance our mission. In this episode, I’m transparent, vulnerable with you to demonstrate my point and hopefully help you in the process.
PHEC 147: Summer Professional Development Tips and Resources
June 09, 2020 04:00 - 18 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode, I share several resources and tips to help you with your public health career development over the summer.
PHEC 146: Interview with Nicole Vick, MPH, Public Health Advocate
June 02, 2020 04:00 - 29 minutes - 23.6 MBNicole is a seasoned and respected public health professional who has strong relationships with community-based organizations, academia, and other stakeholders. During her 15 years with the local health department she has managed public health programs focused on workforce development, health equity, the social determinants of health, and the impacts of institutionalized racism and other forms of oppression on health outcomes. Her memoir “Pushing Through: Finding the Light in Every Le...
Understanding Injustice Jadon Williams
May 31, 2020 20:56 - 7 minutes - 5.93 MBMy nephew, Jadon Williams explains injustice. Listen to this message, explained through a story written by this 15 year old young man. Warning: It is a very emotional bonus episode.
PHEC 145: Interview with Antoinette Medina, California Tribal Epidemiology Center
May 26, 2020 04:00 - 27 minutes - 21.9 MBOn this episode, you’ll meet Antoinette Medina and hear about her journey into public health. You’ll also learn about the California Tribal Epidemiology Center, which is just one of 12 partner Tribal Epidemiology Centers funded by the Indian Health Service’s Division of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention to assist in improving the health of American Indians and Alaska Natives throughout the United States.
PHEC 144: Get Experience in Public Health Using Online Tools and Technology
May 19, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this podcast episode, you will learn about our newest program, Get Experience in Public Health Using Online Tools and Technology. Most importantly, you’ll hear about this program from those who enrolled early and worked through the program with me while it was in the final stages of development. My guests on this episode are Courtney Dillingham, Leanne Dumeny, and Danielle Shoemake.
Addressing an Old Challenge in a Creative New Way
May 14, 2020 04:00 - 19 minutes - 16 MBThis message is for current students, and graduates who need experience in public health. I am well aware that one of the biggest challenges many students and recent graduates face is lack of experience in public health, and I've created a great solution that addresses this old challenge in a new creative way. In this bonus episode, you'll learn all about it!
PHEC 143: Interview with Quinyatta Mumford, MPH, Mumford and Associates
May 12, 2020 04:00 - 17 minutes - 14.1 MBIn a world of pandemics, epidemics and the unknown where communities experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their health to unravel. Quinyatta Mumford, MPH, CHES, founder of Mumford and Associates, LLC and the heart behind the Curvy Consciousness movement; accepts the call to be the change agent.
PHEC 142: Interview with Brittany Prince Evans, MHA, WellStart Initiatives
May 05, 2020 04:00 - 26 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode, you will meet Brittany Prince Evans, and learn about her journey into public health. She is the founder of WellStart Initiatives, which is dedicated to the development and implementation of strategies that will decrease health disparities. Tune in to hear details about Brittany’s public health career journey, as well as career advice she shares for public health students and graduates.
PHEC 141: Interview with Wyatt Pickner and Crisandra Wilkie, Urban Indian Health Institute
April 28, 2020 04:00 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MBOn this episode, you’ll meet Wyatt Pickner and Crisandra Wilkie and hear about their journeys into public health. You’ll also learn about the Urban Indian Health Institute in Seattle WA, which is just one of 12 partner Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) funded by the Indian Health Service’s Division of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention to assist in improving the health of American Indians and Alaska Natives throughout the United States.
PHEC 140: Interview with Sandra Melstad, MPH, SLM Consulting
April 21, 2020 04:00 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBSandra Melstad of SLM Consulting, works to improve the health of rural and urban communities where people live, work, learn and play.
PHEC 139: Sandra Coker, MD, Founder of Black Girl White Coat
April 14, 2020 04:00 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MB**At the time this episode is published, Sandra is just weeks away from officially being Dr. Sandra J Coker. The title and headings reflect the near future status.** Sandra Coker is an emergency medicine physician-in-training set to begin her career in the summer of 2020. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, one of the most diverse cities in the country, she found herself immersed in multicultural communities from an early age. This upbringing, partnered with her passion to serve the under...
PHEC 138: Interview with Tameka Ivory Walls, PhD, Public Health Strategist
April 07, 2020 04:00 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBDr. Tameka Ivory Walls, is a Mississippi native, currently residing in Greenwood, MS. She received her PhD in Public Health Epidemiology from Walden University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Chemistry and Master of Science in Environmental Science from Mississippi Valley State University. Dr. Walls has an impressive and extensive public health background. She has facilitated alliances and collaborations with churches, barbershops, healthcare systems, community based organizations,...
PHEC 137: Interview with Emily Good Weasel, MPH, Great Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center
March 31, 2020 04:00 - 16 minutes - 13.4 MBYou are in for a treat! This episode is part of a special sponsored series of episodes. Each month, one of the Tribal Epidemiology Centers will be featured, here on the podcast. The purpose is to raise awareness throughout the public health community of the amazing and important public health work that is being done at each of the centers. On this episode, you’ll learn about the Great Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center (GPTEC), which is just one of 12 partner Tribal Epidemiology Centers...
PHEC 136: COVID-19 Tips for Public Health Students and Professionals
March 24, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode, I share a few tips that will help public health students and professionals during these stressful times of the coronavirus pandemic. DrCHHuntley.com
PHEC 135: Interview with Leonore Okwara, MPH, Public Health Consultant
March 17, 2020 04:00 - 30 minutes - 24.4 MBLeonore Okwara is a public health program manager and consultant. She is specifically trained in managing community-based research programs within the nonprofit, academic, and government sectors. Join me on this podcast episode to learn about her public health career journey.
PHEC 134: Public Health Career Resource: The EXPO
March 10, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode, I’m going to share with you 3 MAJOR takeaways from the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO that will demonstrate why this is a great public health career resource. #publichealth
PHEC 133: Interview with William Moore, Certified Perinatal Educator
March 03, 2020 05:00 - 48 minutes - 38.6 MBMy guest in this POWERFUL episode is William Moore, who is a health educator for Ramsey County in Minnesota, and a certified perinatal educator. William is one of the first of two men in the history of the state of Minnesota to become a certified Doula and Lactation Educator. He has used his passion for this work to engage fathers in the community and make them a more integral part of the birth process, prenatal and postpartum. He has earned honors such as the 2019 Sons of Bransford M...
PHEC 132: Interview with Dr. Echo Rivera, Creative Research Communications
February 25, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 29.4 MBMy guest on this episode is Dr. Echo Rivera of Creative Research Communications. I first met her through networking on social media and was instantly drawn to her work. It didn’t take long for us to realize that we shared many common interests, such as business systems, work ethic, passion for our work. She has a delightful sense of humor and has become one of my favorite colleagues to catch up with and discuss business strategies.
PHEC 131: Addressing Racism in College 2020
February 18, 2020 05:00 - 35 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode, I’m going to be vulnerable and transparent about addressing racism on college campuses everywhere. Because we know that racism impacts health, this is a public health topic that I want to address with the public health community. My apologies for the strain in my voice, but this was one of the most difficult episodes for me to record. The topic is personal, sensitive, and important. It represents an issue that so many people deal with every day. Although I will discuss t...
PHEC 130: Public Health Consulting: Commonly Asked Questions
February 11, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode, I will address one of the most commonly asked and difficult to answer questions regarding public health consulting and entrepreneurship. How do I get started? Phrased any number of ways, people want to know how to get started and how to become a consultant. I’m going to answer a few questions that were submitted by members of my community, in response to one of my surveys. Afterwards, I will share some resources that you can follow up with.
PHEC 129: The Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO is Back
February 04, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutes - 8.02 MBThe Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO is an online event where a select panel of public health consultants and entrepreneurs, who are passionate about the needs they address and the populations they serve, come together to share their businesses. I’m excited to announce that the EXPO, our most popular virtual event, is back and better than ever! In this episode, I will tell you all about the expo, when to join live, and how to join on demand. I will start by explaining ...
PHEC 128: Interview with Okey Enyia, MPH, Enyia Strategies Consulting
January 28, 2020 05:00 - 34 minutes - 27.9 MBMy guest on this episode is Okey Enyia. Okey works in the Division of Strategy, Policy, Planning, and Requirements at the Department of Health and Human Services. He is also Founder & CEO of Enyia Strategies, LLC, which is a health policy consulting firm.
PHEC 127: Interview with Amy Moore, Moore Statistics Consulting, LLC
January 21, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 26.1 MBAmy Frances Moore is a creative educator and statistician. Ms. Moore is the owner of Moore Statistics Consulting LLC, a for profit organization which helps doctoral students with the statistical requirements of their doctoral degree. Ms. Moore is also the owner of the Moore Statistics Consulting Foundation Incorporated, a non-profit organization for women doctoral students who cannot afford tutoring services.
PHEC 126: Interview with Liz Simpler, MPH, WMC Public Health Consulting
January 14, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MBLiz (Elizabeth Simpler) from the Working Mama Collective Public Health Consulting (WMC Public Health Consulting) is a public health professional that has worked for over 10 years with clients and populations to improve health, wellness, and create preventative health measures in fitness and nutrition services. She believes in today’s day and age women shouldn’t have to choose between career and children.
PHEC 125: Interview with Giana Vasconcellos, MPH, WMC Public Health Consulting
January 07, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 20.1 MBGiana Vasconcellos from the Working Mama Collective Public Health Consulting (WMC Public Health Consulting) joins us in this episode to share the challenges she faced as a new working mother, and the solutions that she came up with to address these issues. She also shares the consulting services that she has available for other working mothers needing help.
PHEC 124: Preparing for Public Health Careers in 2020
December 31, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 4.33 MBAs we wrap up 2019 and prepare to move into the New Year, are you ready?
PHEC 123: What Is Public Health Career Success?
December 24, 2019 05:00 - 10 minutes - 8.73 MBWhat does public health career success mean to you? This has come up quite often recently. So, let’s take a moment to talk about what public health career success really means. Addressing this now will help you prepare to move forward and progress toward your career goals.
PHEC 122: Public Health Career Planning: 5 Important Steps
December 17, 2019 05:00 - 17 minutes - 14.2 MBThis episode is part three of a free coaching series that will help you prepare for public health career success. During this episode, I will share 5 important steps you should follow in your public health career planning. In case this is the first time you’re tuning in, let me briefly recap what has been covered so far, before moving into discussion of the 5 steps.
PHEC 121: Public Health Careers: 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid
December 10, 2019 05:00 - 30 minutes - 24 MBThis episode is part two of a free coaching series that will help you prepare for public health career success. Let’s now focus our attention on some common public health career mistakes to avoid. As I’ve worked with many clients over the last couple of years, especially this last year, I’ve noticed several patterns. I have narrowed the list down to 5 common mistakes that people often make, and I want to help you avoid them. At the end, I will also share with you an important bonus tip, tha...
PHEC 120: Your Public Health Career Goals Are Important
December 03, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 15.6 MBThis episode is part one of a free coaching series that will help us wrap up this current year and prepare for public health career success in the new year. Let’s focus our attention on why your public health career goals are important. You’d be surprised to know how many people are focused on a title instead of following their heart to serve. Getting clear at this point makes a huge difference in the long run.
PHEC 119: Public Health Career Goals, Planning, and Success
November 26, 2019 05:00 - 14 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, I introduce a free coaching series that will help us wrap up this current year and prepare for public health career success in the new year. Before explaining the upcoming coaching series, I take the time to express thankfulness and gratitude for my community and opportunity to serve in public health.
PHEC 118: Interview with Nianest Maria Alers Barreto, MPH, Epidemiologist and Podcaster
November 19, 2019 05:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBMy guest on this episode is Nianest Maria Alers Berreto, an epidemiologist and podcaster. Nianest is an infectious disease Epidemiologist focusing on vector-borne diseases. She received her bachelor’s degree in Biology with a concentration in biomedical sciences from the University of Puerto Rico, and her Masters of Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology from the University of Texas Health Science Center School of Public Health. After receiving her masters, she completed a 2-ye...
PHEC 117: Interview with Phelesia Foster, PhD, Epidemiologist and Health Coach
November 12, 2019 05:00 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MBDr. Phelesia Foster has a laboratory background as a chemist but currently works as a Safety & Occupational Health Specialist for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). She is also a certified health coach and the founder of 4Ever Wellness. Dr. Foster is passionate about all things related to health and wellness. For the last 15 years, she has been reading, researching, and working with women in Cleveland, MS to promote wellness. She has a strong desire to meet families wit...
PHEC 116: The Power of Collaboration: Navigating the Seasons of Women's Health
November 05, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 15.4 MBThere is so much power in collaborating with colleagues. In this episode, I explain and exciting collaboration and take you behind the scenes and walk you through, from the very beginning ideas and vision. Listen now to hear the exciting full story!