Public Health Epidemiology Conversations

In this engaging roundtable discussion, public health professionals share their insights and priorities for 2025, focusing on community engagement, health equity, and personal well-being. Each panelist reflects on their experiences and aspirations, emphasizing the importance of relationships, alignment, and self-care in their work. The conversation highlights the need for collaboration and prepara...

In this episode, Dr. Huntley explores the concept of public health, particularly in relation to BIPOC communities. She discusses the challenges of explaining public health in layman's terms, shares insights from leading public health institutions, and provides practical conversation starters to help others understand the importance and scope of public health. The episode emphasizes the need for pu...

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Huntley talks with Jennier Mandelbaum who shares her journey from a public health scientist to a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives. She discusses her background in public health, her current role at Athena Health, and her advocacy work. The conversation delves into the importance of bipartisanship in politics, civic engagement, and how individu...

In this conversation, Dr. Huntley and Kandis Draw discuss the vital role of community health workers, particularly in the context of hospice and palliative care. Kandis shares her journey into public health, the challenges faced in engaging communities, and the importance of advocacy and policy in improving health outcomes. They explore the distinctions between hospice and palliative care, the cur...

In this engaging roundtable discussion, public health professionals reflect on their wins and lessons learned throughout 2024. They share personal growth experiences, the importance of community engagement, and the power of storytelling in public health. The conversation emphasizes the need for intentionality in business, the significance of vulnerability, and the value of collaboration in overcom...

Dr. Huntley reflects on the past year, sharing insights from podcast analytics and expressing excitement for the future. She emphasizes the importance of community and connection, highlighting the global reach of the podcast with listeners from over 142 countries. Dr. Huntley also celebrates the most popular episodes of the year, encouraging listeners to engage with the content and look forward to...

In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Huntley reflects on the complexities of the holiday season, particularly in light of personal grief and family dynamics. She shares her experiences of navigating the holidays while coping with the loss of her son, emphasizing the importance of feeling emotions and seeking support. Dr. Huntley expresses gratitude for the community's support and highlights the resilien...

Dr. Huntley reflects on the past year and shares exciting updates for the podcast as she prepares for 2025. She emphasizes the importance of community feedback and introduces new categories and playlists designed to enhance the listener experience. The episode outlines the new playlists, including Journey Junction, Roundtable Discussions, and Impactful Perspectives, aimed at making the podcast mor...

In this episode, Dr. Huntley discusses the desire to create a community for podcast listeners, reflecting on past attempts and the challenges faced. The conversation highlights the importance of engagement, networking, and feedback from listeners to enhance the podcast experience. Dr. Huntley invites listeners to  share your thoughts to let us know what type of community you would like to create....

This conversation focuses on diabetes awareness, emphasizing the importance of community engagement, personal experiences, and culturally responsive health education. Guests share their insights on how to effectively communicate health information, the role of community health workers, and the power of storytelling in fostering understanding and connection within communities. The discussion highli...

In this episode, Dr. Huntley emphasizes the importance of gratitude, especially during challenging times. She discusses how expressing gratitude can improve mental well-being, strengthen relationships, and create a positive feedback loop. Dr. Huntley introduces the concept of a Stakeholder Appreciation System, encouraging listeners to regularly express gratitude to team members and community partn...

In this episode, Dr. Huntley discusses the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness in public health. She shares three key action steps for professionals: rest, reflect, and reset, encouraging listeners to take time for self-care and thoughtful consideration of their roles moving forward. Dr. Huntley also shares a personal story, which served as a mome...

Dr. Huntley and Laura Hollabaugh reflect on their experiences at the American Public Health Association's annual meeting. They discuss the importance of setting clear goals for networking, the unexpected takeaways from the conference, and strategies for effective follow-up with new contacts. The conversation also highlights the challenges they faced, such as running out of business cards, and offe...

In this episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations, we are revisiting a recent conversation from our Public Health Roundtable Live about breast cancer awareness. Tuning in, you'll hear from our incredible guests: Jessi Hekmati, LaShonda Richardson, and Ericka Horne. We delve into how our guests facilitate discussions about breast cancer awareness with their communities before discussing t...

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 significance of in...

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 cultivate. The conver...

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 up to 5 million...

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 podcast episodes...

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 difficult and importa...

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 encourages organizat...

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 and rural communit...

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 their mission, showi...

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 things one step at...

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 you to truly unders...

We are always excited about the upcoming opportunity to meet you in person. Throughout the year, we often set up booths at different conferences. There is an upcoming one in particular we are looking forward to: The American Public Health Association Annual Meeting & Expo. On this special episode, Dr. Huntley shares details surrounding the conference, where listeners should go to keep updated, and...