Beyond the Script: A Beacon for Health Equity

Episode 10: Blueprints for Change — Monty’s Model for a Healthier Canton Guest: Homaundre “Monty” Pender, Community Leader, ABCD Inc. In this forward-thinking episode of Beyond the Script , we sit down with Homaundre “Monty” Pender, a community leader with ABCD Inc., to explore how intentional design and collaboration can create healthier, more equitable communities. From transportation access to...

Episode 9: From Classroom to Capitol — Dr. Ross on Re-Engineering Education Equity Guest: Dr. Jennifer Ross, Educator & DEI Practitioner In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Script , we sit down with Dr. Jennifer Ross, an educator and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) practitioner, to explore how representation, empathy, and equity in education can serve as a form of preventive health...

Episode 8: Prevention, Power & Public Trust — Amanda Archer on Rebuilding Health Guest: Amanda Archer, Health Commissioner, Canton City Public Health In this forward-looking episode of Beyond the Script , we sit down with Amanda Archer , Health Commissioner of Canton City Public Health, to explore how prevention, trust, and equity form the backbone of strong community health systems. With a le...

Episode 7: Faith, Family & Follow-Through — Mike’s Ministry of Mentorship Guest: Mike Gallina, Community Advocate & Mentor In this heartfelt and energizing episode of Beyond the Script , we sit down with Mike Gallina , a beloved community advocate, mentor, and leader known for his unwavering commitment to shaping lives through faith, family values, and intentional follow-through. Mike has...

Episode 6: Access, Dignity & the Power of Medicine — Dr. LaTrice Snodgrass on Beacon Charitable Pharmacy’s Mission Guest: Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass, Beacon Charitable Pharmacy In this special episode of Beyond the Script , the spotlight turns to our own host, Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass , as she shares the story, mission, and impact of Beacon Charitable Pharmacy —a lifeline for individuals who str...

Episode 5: Home, Hope & Hand-Up Justice — Courtney Brown on Building Equity Brick by Brick Guest: Courtney Brown, Chief, Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Script , we sit down with Courtney Brown , a transformative leader at Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio , to explore the powerful intersection of housing, health, hope, and justice. Courtney...

Episode 4: Mental Health on the Ballot — Aimee Wade’s Blueprint for Systemic Change Guest: Aimee Wade, Executive Director, ADM Board of Summit County In this compelling episode of Beyond the Script , we sit down with Aimee Wade , Executive Director of the Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health (ADM) Board of Summit County and a leading voice in behavioral health reform. With years of experien...

Episode 3: Collective Impact — Dr. Anju Mader’s Prescription for Systemic Unity Guest: Dr. Anju Mader, Chief Integration Officer, Stark County Health Collaborative In this episode of Beyond the Script , we sit down with Dr. Anju Mader , a visionary systems thinker and the Chief Integration Officer at the Stark County Health Collaborative . With a career rooted in building bridges across sectors, D...

Episode 2: The Cost of Care — Patty’s Prescription for Insurance Justice Guest: Patty Dorosky, Medicare & Marketplace Specialist In this powerful episode of Beyond the Script , we dive into the moral math of medicine with insurance expert Patty Dorosky , a seasoned Medicare and Marketplace specialist who has spent her career helping individuals understand their coverage, protect their health,...

What if the hardest chapters of your life were actually preparing you to change the system? In the debut episode of Beyond the Script: A Beacon for Health Equity , Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass opens up about the story behind the work — from navigating poverty as a young mother on Medicaid to leading Beacon Charitable Pharmacy and founding Equity House. She takes us inside the reality that textbooks do...