Dr. P On The Pod

In observation of Mother’s Day, Dr. P and her guest Sanya Simmons candidly dialogue about the joys and challenges of raising Black sons. Ms. Simmons shares practical tips from her book,  A Single Moms Guide to Raising Black (Gentle) Men.   Sanya Simmons is a mother, author, voice actor, and Reiki Master. She is passionate about the social issues affecting our sons, and believes that we must do eve...

Dr. Annette K. Ansong and Dr. Rachel M. Bond speak with Dr. P about the significant role that cardiovascular disease AND structural racism play in the Black maternal health crisis, as well as what can be done to address this crisis.   The doctors are Co-chairs of the Cardiovascular Disease in Women and Children Committee of the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC). They share updates about ABC...

In observance of Earth Day, Duron Chavis, an urban farming activist, joins Dr. P in a passionate dialogue about urban farming, community gardens, climate change and sustainable infrastructures to address local food securities. Mr. Chavis has won numerous accolades for his work as a community leader, educator and all-around change maker.      

Dr. P and Dr. Chukumerije delve into cardiovascular disease, which is the primary cause of death for African Americans. They discuss risk factors, hidden symptoms, and how our culture and family histories play a role.  Dr. Chukumerije is board certified in Cardiology, Echo, Nuclear and Vascular medicine.  Sports and exercise cardiology is a special focus.  He is team physician and a consultant to...

This week, Dr. P and her long-time friend, Imam Dr. Al-Hajj Talib 'Abdur-Rashid, discuss Ramadan, its purpose, and spiritual mandates.  Imam Dr. Al-Hajj Talib ‘Abdur-Rashid has been the religious and spiritual leader (Imam) of The Mosque of Islamic Brotherhood Inc. since November 1989. Founded in 1967, the mosque , which is located in Harlem, New York City, is the 56-year-old lineal descendan...

As we flow through Holy Week, our beloved Alice Freeman and Dr. P share about Easter, the Blood, and the Resurrection Power of Joy!! Our guest, ALICE FREEMAN is founder of Healthy Heart Plus, LLC (HHP) located in Richmond, VA. She is a registered Naturopath with the American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board, Nutritionist, Certified Nutritional Consultant, Diabetic Educator, Lactation Educa...

Reverend Dr. Danielle L. Brown gives us a glimpse into her powerful gifts as a Servant Leader and Scholar as she and Dr. P discuss the meaning of Passion Week and Easter!  Rev. Brown is the Senior Pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church in Plainfield, NJ. Dr. Brown loves God, God’s Church, and God’s people. She counts it an honor and a privilege to serve.

Dr. P and Dr. Coleman-Robinson enjoy their shared passion of preserving African American history and why it is so very important!  Dr. Vedet Coleman-Robinson is the Executive Director of the Association of African American Museums. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and has a Bachelor of Arts in U.S. History from Virginia State University. Dr. Coleman-Robinson also holds a Master...

Dr. P talks with Andre Amiger, the powerhouse music producer and Amazon Best Selling author who earned the title "Mr. Bounce Back" after surviving three strokes.

In this episode, Dr. P speaks with Leah Szumita, Director of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Clinical Trial Support Center. Leah provides a comprehensive overview of the organization’s proven support infrastructure and its successful pathways to increase clinical trials access and enrollment for people diagnosed with a blood cancer.

After 35 years of praying and educating, Dr. P and Rev. Edwin Sanders, Senior Servant & Founder, Metropolitan Interdenominational Church in Nashville, candidly discuss the trials and tribulations of addressing HIV/AIDS in churches. Through the lens of faith, they take a look at the past, where we are today, and the future of HIV/AIDS.

Dr. P is looking ahead to all of God's blessings in 2023 while she muses on World AIDS Day 2022 and gives thanks for a successful Healthy Churches 2030 Conference.

The 9th Annual Healthy Churches 2030 Conference is about to happen and Dr. P and Tanya Reid are giving you real-talk on why the conference is so life-changing for so many! Tanya Reid is a mental health advocate who founded the SoundsMinds Mental Health Awareness & Solutions Conference—an initiative focused on educating and empowering people to be mental health advocates in their homes, neighbo...

With an explanation mark of prophetic joy and power, Jackie Hendricks brings to the podcast a motivational moment of restoration and birthday wishes to Dr. P! 

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Dr. P and Quannecia, a “Community Queen” in Houston, TX discusses her life with Sickle Cell and her passion for educating her community and raising her two sons, both with the sickle cell trait. 

September is Prostate Awareness Month. Dr. P chats with Dr. Moore, who provides essential, life-saving information for Black men and women about prostate cancer. Be prepared to take notes. You don’t want to miss anything!

On this week's episode of Dr. P on the Pod , Dr. P is joined by Dr. Hansie Mathelier , a cardiologist at Penn Medicine specializing in amyloidosis, cardiomyopathy, and congestive heart failure along with Randy,  a person living with hereditary transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (or ATTR-CM). This podcast episode is sponsored by Pfizer Inc.

Self-care is essential to a person's overall well-being and influences how people go through life. Dr. P and Rev. Aquarius Gilmer explore powerful reflections and key tips during difficult times on this week's Dr. P on the Pod.  Although life can seem to be a never-ending journey of hardships, Dr. P. and Rev. Aquarius Gilmer emphasize the necessity of reconnecting with something larger t...

On this week's episode of Dr. P on the Pod, Dr. P discusses severe mental illness and how greatly it challenges diverse communities. As mental health awareness continues to grow in the United States as a whole, African American communities continue to have trouble getting the right care and resources. Dr. P is joined by Pastor Shirley Wilkins McFarlin and Cassaundra “Cassie” Hayes , who give...

What does joy mean to you? This morning Dr. P woke up with joy on her mind! Being that Joy is the word of the year, Dr. P couldn’t think of anyone better to invite on the podcast, other than her sister-friend Yolanda Reid. During this episode, the discussion will be based around the power of positive thinking and the importance of remaining rooted in joy, despite what the outer world may reflect....

Wanda Edwards  brings ‘real talk’ to the Dr. P on the Pod about the realities of menopause and the need for education with facts! This podcast is brought to you by Astellas Pharma Inc. 

The Honorable Stephen D. Holmes of Galveston, TX, reflects on the history of Juneteenth when Union soldier Major General Gordon Granger landed in Galveston on June 19, 1865, to announce the Confederate army had surrendered and that enslaved Black people in the state were free by executive decree. 

Guest: Tina Thomas, Director of Programs and Services at Alzheimer's Association® This week on Dr. P on the Pod, Dr. P sits down with Dementia Education Master Trainer Tina Thomas to discuss caregiving in Black families and what we can do to raise awareness around dementia in African American and faith communities.

This week, Dr. P chatted with Kalahn Taylor-Clark, PhD, about women, uterine fibroids, period equity, and ways women can advocate for themselves and their bodies. Dr. P also shares her personal journey with fibroids.  This episode is brought to you with support from Myovant Sciences.