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Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Kenneth Kirtley, Program Director, and Tamara Peshlakai (Diné/Navajo), LCSW, Diné Adventist Radio. Carlos Pardeiro, President / C.E.O., SafeTV. Description: This episode explores two inspiring media ministries making a difference across cultures and continents. First, we spotlight Diné Adventist Radio, a program created for the Navajo Nation that nurtures physi...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Jason Horay, Director of Community Outreach and Engagement at the American Cancer Society. Description: Jason Horay, of the American Cancer Society, joins us to share an inspiring new initiative focused on health equity for Indigenous communities. On November 6, 2025, the ACS will launch a virtual Health Equity Ambassador Training, led by Indigenous facilitator...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Jilane Fenner and Joy Kauffman. Description: In this inspiring episode, we begin with an interview highlighting Strong Tower Radio, sharing how their network strengthens communities through resources for better health, family, and relationships. The remaining segments spotlight FARM STEW, an organization teaching simple, practical ways to achieve clean water, n...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guests: Marcella Morton (Cherokee) and Caleb Proctor (United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians); Echota Behavioral Health Description: As a response to a dying friend's wish, Marcella Morton got off the couch and started running. Hear her amazing story and how she continues to use it to motivate Native Youth. For further information: visit Echota Behavioral Health on F...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Dr. Tom Evans, CEO, Child Impact International; Nicole Parker, counselor and best-selling author; Sandra Doran, Ed. D., Curriculum and Creative Director, Three Angels For Kids. Description: Children are deeply valued across Indian Country. How can we not only protect them but also support their healing from trauma? This week’s program offers practical solutions...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Laura Brooks (Osage), Osage Nation Counseling Center; Dr. Chesleigh Keene (Diné/Navajo, Deer Springs Clan), Kauffman and Associates; Christina Martel, American Cancer Society. Description: Dr. DeRose interviews three guests from the venue of the 2025 National Tribal Health Conference. You'll hear about an amazing project that illustrates the impact of cancer in...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Roger Seheult, MD, Faculty at Loma Linda University and UC Riverside, in CA. He is boarded in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine. Description: Noted health authority and popular YouTube health expert Dr. Roger Seheult shares insights into how sunlight can decrease stress, improve blood sugar levels, boost immunity and cardiovascular...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guests: Camie Shaw, CEO, (Lower Muskogee Creek), Perfect Choice Medical Technologies; Connie Tucker, DO, Chief Development Officer, Ascend Healthcare; and Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, (Cherokee), Associate Producer, American Indian and Alaska Native Living Radio Description: Dr. DeRose interviews three individuals who are making a difference in Indian Country from the venue of t...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guest: David Jones, LMFT; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Adjunct Professor at Weimar University. Description: David Jones shares practical insights into overcoming traumatic events that have affected your family of origin. For further info, contact: wisetherapyllc.com

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guest: Jay Sutliffe, PhD, RD Director of the Prandial Lab and Professor of Nutrition and Foods at NAU Description: Join Dr. DeRose as he interviews another expert who sheds additional light on the largely plant-based diets upon which many First Nation peoples thrived prior to European contact. For further information visit: www. NAU.edu

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD, Director of Clinical Research, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Description: Prior to European contact, many Native American tribes thrived on largely plant-based diets. Dr. Hana Kahleova shares cutting-edge research about some of the many benefits of such diets, including weight loss, diabetes reversal, and help for depress...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Fred A. Hernandez, MPH, Specialist in Stress and Pain Management. Description: We all face stressors daily. How we deal with them can make all the difference. Fred Hernandez provides practical pointers. For more information, call: 787-774-8383; or visit: www. VivaSinDolorPR.com (use Google to automatically translate this Spanish website into English).

Title: “Recovering from Grief.” Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Steve and Karen Nicola, Grief Coaches and professional educators. Description: No parents are ever prepared for the death of a young child. But this is exactly what turned the world of Steve and Karen Nicola upside down. Learn how the Nicola’s came to terms with their grief—and channeled their energies into helping others do the...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Brian Mears, DNAP, APRN, PMHNP, CRNA; Founder & CEO, Alleviant Integrated Mental Health. Description: Why would a nurse anesthetist leave a successful medical practice to start a chain of mental health clinics? You’ll be inspired by Dr. Brian Mears’ life story and how it propelled him to work with new diagnostic and treatment techniques to help individuals with...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Adam Schilt; Experienced educator and school principal; Development Director, Weimar University. Description: Emotional intelligence (EI or EQ) has been identified as a key to better interpersonal relationships and job success. It refers to a person’s ability to understand his own emotions and the emotions of those around him and then use that awareness to guide...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guest: David Kanani, PhD; Educator and President of LA ORT. Description: Both Native and non-Native students are presented today with many excellent career opportunities that are dependent on STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Whether your future involves health care in a tribal clinic, working in engineering for a tribe, or hundreds of other o...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Nancy R. Lee, MBA; Author and Affiliate Instructor, University of Washington; Strategic Advisor for social marketing campaigns. Julie Hentz, MPH; Owner of Stages of Change Marketing; Adjunct Professor, George Washington University. Description: Could your tribe, community, or business be underperforming because of a failure to prioritize “social marketing"? Gai...

Host- David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Ashley Balletto, BSN, RN (Big Valley Pomo/Colville) Description- Ashley Balletto, RN, relates her own journey as a first-generation Native college student and health professional. As she works toward her doctorate in Nursing Practice, Ashley draws from the wisdom of her elders as well as medical science. You’ll gain insights into your own health as you hear Ashl...

Host- David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest- Catherine Troisi, PhD, Professor and Infectious Disease Epidemiologist, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, School of Public Health. Description- Understanding infectious hepatitis can make the difference between life and death. In today’s show, you’ll learn about the different types of hepatitis—and how to protect yourself from diseases that c...

Host- David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests- Dr. Norma Kreilein, Board-certified Pediatrician; Mary Hess, President of SWICQL - Southwestern Indiana Citizens for Quality of Life; Rock Emmert, Vice President, SWICQL. Description- Many Native Americans have been affected by sacrifice zones—but what exactly are they, and how do they impact people’s lives? Hear directly from residents of Southwestern Indiana...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Fred A. Hernandez, MPH, Specialist in Stress and Pain Management. Description: Are you looking for pain management help that doesn’t require medications or expensive procedures? Then, Fred Hernandez has answers for you in this week’s show. Fred shares pain-relieving techniques you can implement at home, as drawn from his extensive experience running a clinic in...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guest: Beth K. Schwartz, PhD, RN, PHN, MAT Description: Faith communities are often places of nurture and support. However they can also provide the setting for spiritual trauma. In this week's episode you will gain insights into how to bounce back from adverse spiritual experiences. For Further Information, Visit: bethkschwartz.org

Title: “Innovative Programs for Indigenous Communities” Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guests: Seth Cantu (White Mountain Apache), Pastor, Madras (Oregon) Seventh-day Adventist Church and Doug McGinnis, PeaceHealth Medical Group (Vancouver, WA) Description: Seth Cantu and Doug McGinnis share innovative ways that they are making an impact in Indigenous communities. Their concepts are as diverse as bla...

Host: David, DeRose, MD, MPH; Guest: Brianna Wing, RN, MSN, WHNP-BC, APNP (Mashpee Wampanoag), Wy'east Nursing Pathway; Assistant Director at Oregon Health and Science University. Description: Following the tragic death of her mother from cancer, Brianna discovered her calling to enter a nursing career. The challenges she faced as a first-generation Native student provided Brianna with experience...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Alfred “Roc” Ordman, PhD., Emeritus Professor of Biochemistry, Beloit College. Description: Biochemist and teacher, Dr. Roc Ordman has spent his life distilling the medical research literature on the topic of nutrition. Learn from his insights on this week’s show. For more information, contact ordman@beloit.edu or nutritioninvestigator.org