Race, Violence & Medicine

Trauma surgeon and author, Arthur Herbert joins us to discuss his debut novel The Cuts That Cure. Arthur was born and raised in small town Texas. He worked on offshore oil rigs, as a bartender, a landscaper at a trailer park, and as a social worker before going to medical school. For the last seventeen years, he's worked as a trauma and burn surgeon, operating on all ages of injured patients, and continues to run a thriving practice in New Orleans, Louisiana. Receiving rave reviews, one NYT bestselling author described The Cuts That Cure as "A tale of intrigue and suspense, with a villain that will keep you awake. A page turner you don't want to miss!" This is a special episode you do not want to miss. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Health justice researcher, Eric Reinhart, discusses the intersection of mass incarceration and public health. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Award-winning journalist Jamie Thompson discusses her book about the July 7, 2016 mass shooting that killed five Dallas police officers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Adam Winkler is a professor of constitutional law at UCLA who joins us to discuss his book “Gun Fight: The Battle Over The Right To Bear Arms In America.” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Dr. Meghan Novisky, assistant professor of criminology at Cleveland State University, discusses the intersection of COVID-19, healthcare access in prisons, and criminal justice reform. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Dr. Alex Piquero, Chair/Professor of the Department Sociology at the University of Miami explains why this watershed moment for racial justice in America should not fail because we let perfection be the enemy of progress. Follow Dr. Piquero on Twitter @DrAexPiquero. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Veteran of the US Marine Corps and Israeli Defense Force, military historian Bryan Mark Rigg discusses his latest book, "Flamethrower: Iwo Jima Medal of Honor Recipient and U.S. Marine Woody Williams and His Controversial Award, Japan's Holocaust and the Pacific War." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

One month after a Minneapolis police officer killed George Floyd, retired NYPD homicide detective and hostage negotiator Alfred S. Titus, Jr. shares his perspective on qualified immunity and defunding the police. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

As a volunteer public servant appointed by the Mayor of Dallas, TX, to Chair the Community Police Oversight and Board, Jesuorobo Enobakhare works to promote public safety through enhanced collaboration between civilians and law enforcement. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Clark Neily, the Vice President for Criminal Justice at the Cato Institute, explains why qualified immunity "Is the cornerstone for our near-zero accountability policy for law enforcement." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

In season 2 we first met physician-activist Dr. Andrew Goldstein (Twitter: @AndrewMakeTweet) in the episode "When Healthcare and Politics Unite." Currently, he is serving at the epicenter of the COVID-19 in New York and explains the importance of physician activism in response to the pandemic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Sgt. Kenny Kissiedu shares his story of growing up in Bronx, NY to become a 20-year veteran of the NYPD. BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Dr. Darrin Porcher is a 20-year veteran of the NYPD, professor of criminal justice at Pace University, and frequent contributor to Fox, CNN, and MSNBC. In this episode, he talks about the intersection of social justice and community policing, and the challenges of gaining trust with disenfranchised communities. Connect with Dr. Porcher on Twitter: @DrDarrinPorcher, and connect with me at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Senior Corporal Terrance Hopkins (b.k.a. T. Hop the Super Cop) explains the unique challenges of being an African-American law enforcement officer in a polarized world. He shares his journey from an impoverished childhood in Oklahoma to become a 29-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department, President of the Black Police Association of Greater Dallas, and host of the weekly radio show Police Talk 101.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Daniel Vaughn, the barbecue editor for the Texas Monthly, shares the untold history of black-owned barbecue joints in Texas and talks about his latest cookbook, Whole Hog BBQ: The Gospel Carolina of Barbecue with Recipes from Skylight Inn and Sam Jones BBQ. You can catch up with Daniel on Instagram and Twitter, where he posts under the handle @BBQSnob. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Rev. Matthew Ruffner is the senior pastor at the Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church in Dallas, Texas, and recognized as one of the top "20 under 40" leaders in the city. He shares his journey that led him past potential careers in politics and business to a seminary school in Atlanta, GA.  Rev. Ruffner's advice on finding purpose in one's life and what it takes to be an effective leader are universal themes to which I know many can relate. You can learn more about Matthew on Instagram @matthewruffnerphpc, and you can catch up with me at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

What is the definition of violence? I thought I knew until Dr. Laurie Punch, an associate professor of trauma and acute care surgery at Washington University in St Louis, expanded my understanding of the concept. Dr. Punch is an accomplished surgeon, TED speaker, and community leader who has been invited to speak before the U.S. Congress. Hear her explain why violence is more than physical injury to a person and what we all can do to reduce it.  Follow Dr. Punch on Twitter @laurie_punch and I invite you to catch up with me at BrianWilliams.MD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Dr. Sylk Sotto is the Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs, Development, and Diversity at Indiana University School of Medicine. She explains her discomfort with labeling people as minorities, and how we can use more inclusive language in academic medicine. Follow Dr. Sotto on Twitter @drssotto. And I invite you to visit my website at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

I am taking a break for the holidays, but I look forward to reconnecting with you in 2020. We have an exciting lineup of guests coming your way starting with a series on criminal justice featuring the Public Defender for the city of Chicago, experts in civilian oversight of police, and several law enforcement officers who will share their perspective on race and policing. A guest from the US Census Bureau will tell us the importance of counting everyone in the upcoming 2020 census, and the ramifications of an inaccurate count. And we'll take a peek behind the curtain of a major trauma center to get the stories of the people who make it happen (hint: it's more than just us trauma surgeons). So here's to you having a rejuvenating holiday and Happy New Year. Back in 2020! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Author and speaker Pete Havel shares his personal story of resilience while giving practical tips on how to navigate toxic work environments. Learn more at PeteHavel.com. Also, I invite you to connect with me at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

What does a Supreme Case about the Sex Offender and Notication Act (SORNA) have to do with the separation of powers detailed in the US Constitution? Clark Neily, Vice President of Criminal Justice at the Cato Institute in Washington DC. explains how SCOTUS is at the center of changing how legislative policy is made and executed in America. And I invite you to connect with me at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Carrie Stewart is an Intercultural Communication Consultant. She explains the work she does to promote constructive dialogue about America's legacy of racism and how to dismantle the structures perpetuating white supremacy. And I invite you to connect with me at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Trauma surgeon Dr. Michaela West shares her courageous story of embracing her identity as a transgender woman. Hear how the transition impacted her career, relationships, and sense of self. And I invite you to connect with me at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Derrich Phillips shares his story from a childhood of extreme poverty and violence, to combat service in the US Army, to his current successes as a speaker, author, and entrepreneur. We discuss his book Poverty Powerball where he shares life lessons on how to "turn adversity into your winning ticket." Do you need a speaker for your next event? I invite you to visit my website, or contact me on Twitter or LinkedIn. Thank you for subscribing to Race, Violence & Medicine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Child psychiatrist Dr. Brian Dixon shares his innovative plan to solve the American healthcare crisis. We discuss his book and learn how you - yes you - are as culpable as the government, insurance companies, hospitals, and more for contributing to the waste within this trillion-dollar industry. And while I had him as a captive audience, I asked Dr. Dixon how I could talk to my daughter about gun violence. She has been having nightmares as a result of the active shooter drills at school, and Dr. Dixon kindly shared his sage expertise. Do you need a speaker for your next event? I invite to visit my website, or contact me on Twitter and LinkedIn. Thank you for subscribing to Race, Violence & Medicine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Beverly Thompson is a diversity and inclusion specialist who explains that diversity is "not just about race." With that mantra we spend the remainder of our conversation talking about... baking cakes. Take a listen and you'll understand why. I invite to follow me on Twitter, LinkedIn, or check out my website at BrianWilliamsMD.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Second-year medical student, and graduate of the elite Hockaday school in Dallas, TX, Lilly Lerer shares her journey from Buddhist monastery to student-activist. Listen to learn what she means by knowing that her "privilege was at play" as she worked to promote healthcare equity on Chicago's South Side. I invite to follow me on Twitter, LinkedIn, or check out my website at BrianWilliamsMD.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

On this episode, my last before moving from Dallas to Chicago, I met Suja John and Steven Vela for happy hour. We shared food, drinks, and heartfelt goodbyes while discussing their proud immigrant heritage and passion for serving the underserved. I invite to follow me on Twitter, LinkedIn, or check out my website at BrianWilliamsMD.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

I took a break during my Sunday morning run along Lake Michigan to record this impromptu episode. Check it out for a preview of what I'm bringing to you in Season 3 of Race, Violence & Medicine. And to stay up to date during our summer hiatus, sign up for my newsletter here, or go to BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

How does a blogger end up alongside major media covering a presidential debate? Shawn Williams, Vice President at Allyn Media, is a published author (Blogging While Black) and community leader improving the lives of African-Americans in Dallas. Hear him break down his life as a blogger, podcaster, and community advocate on the Season 2 closer for Race, Violence & Medicine. I already have a great lineup of guests for new episodes coming in the fall! In the meantime, to be notified about my summer listening series, sign up for my newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

What is it like to read President Obama's mail? Areesa Somani describes her experience doing just that as a White House intern to now working in the One America Movement where she facilitates bridge-building conversations in communities across the country. Follow me at brianwilliamsmd.com or sign up for my newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

For Men's Health Month we visit with Dallas Cowboys veteran Timmy Newsome. One of six kids who grew up on a farm he tells how he had zero aspirations to play in the NFL when he went to college, but an unexpected storied collegiate career landed him with the Dallas Cowboys. I had the opportunity to hear him share words of wisdom with a group of men in South Dallas and convinced him to share his journey with you. Listen to how his life changed course while standing in line to register for classes at college, leading him to where he is now a business owner, public speaker, and men's health advocate. To keep up with me check out BrianWilliamsMD.com or sign up for the newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

What do the right to bear arms, judicial abdication, and the Cato Institute have in common? Clark M. Neily III - author of "Terms of Engagement: How Our Courts Should Enforce The Constitution's Promise Of Limited Government." He explains why protecting your rights is not the same as restricting governmental overreach. Hear why he would grade the Judiciary a C- at best, and learn how his role in District of Columbia v. Heller in 2008 definitively established your right to own firearms. Don't miss a thing! Sign up for my newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Do you know how 'structural' violence combined with 'cultural' violence results in 'direct' violence? We visit with trauma surgeon and public health expert Dr. Tanya Zakrison who shares her expertise. During our interview, she deconstructs these topics and more while taking us on a fascinating journey of social justice in America - one that includes riding shotgun with the Black Panther Party. But I can't write that story as well as she tells it, so hit play and listen. Don't miss a thing! Sign up for my newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

On Episode #3 of our gun violence series we visit with trauma surgeon Dr. Joseph Sakran. He shares how a life-threatening gunshot wound to the neck at age 17 propelled him on a journey to where he is now a national figure advocating to reduce firearm related injuries and death in America. Tune in to learn what Dr. Sakran means when he says his life is about "pursuing purpose over position." Don't miss a thing! Sign up for my newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Documentary photographer Kathy Shorr shares her journey from experiencing a home invasion at gunpoint to photographing 101 survivors of gunshots, most of whom were filmed at the location of their shootings. Join us as we discuss her book "Shot: 101 Survivors of Gun Violence in America." This is Episode #2 in our weeklong series examining gun violence. Don't miss a thing! Sign up for my newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

"Let's talk about the root causes of gun violence, not just the guns themselves." The words of trauma surgeon Dr. Rob Winfield who kicks off our week-long series covering firearm violence. Dr. Winfield describes a unique approach to combatting urban gun violence - actually collaborate with the victims to determine sustainable solutions. Learn how he leverages his role at the University of Kansas Medical Center to do just that. Also, he shares the innovative way the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society - yes, horticulture - reduced violent crime in Philadelphia. Don't miss a thing! Sign up for my newsletter here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

What challenges do women of color face in the profession of marketing? Veleisa Burrell, President of Narrative Evolution, shares her journey from corporate America to founding her own communications company, and her passion for amplifying the voices of women of color. To learn about your host, check out brianwilliamsmd.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Dr. Seema Yasmin is an Emmy-award winning journalist, author, medical doctor and professor. In this episode she discusses her book, "The Impatient Dr. Lange: One Man's Fight to End the Global HIV Epidemic." It chronicles the story of her mentor who was killed on Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, and charts the course of the HIV/AIDS pandemic and the life of a scientist who fought to end the outbreak. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Stereotype bias, imposter syndrome, and authenticity. What does it all really mean? The interplay of social versus self identity informs our daily interactions. Kamilah Collins, an equity and inclusion consultant, explains how malalignment of these two identities can impact you as an individual, and impair organizational dynamics. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

What would you do in the aftermath of a disaster such as a mass shooting? Dr. Josh Bobko, founder of First CARE Provider, describes the work his organization does to equip bystanders with the knowledge to serve as first responders.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

While our group waited for a table for Sunday brunch, Dr. Vania Bright, a sociologist visiting from Minneapolis, MN, had me enthralled discussing her dissertation on human trafficking. Once I learned she had a flight to catch in a few hours, and with time on our hands, we continued our discussion on the record. Listen to Dr. Bright reframe the narrative on human trafficking, and deconstruct stereotypes that are a disservice to the exploited who are suffering in plain sight. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Dr. Simon Fitzgerald is a trauma surgeon in New York City, and hosts of one of my favorite podcasts - "Knife at the Gunfight." Join us as Dr Fitzgerald shares his thoughts about the intersection of the surgery, violence, and culture. You can follow Dr. Fitzgerald on Twitter @SlyFitz. And don't forget to check out the latest at brianwilliamsmd.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

The Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter is senior minister of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas, Texas, and author of the book "Faith For The Unbeliever." I am also a member of his church. On a sunny Sunday afternoon following service, I cornered him to get his thoughts on the role religion can play in the pursuit of social justice. If you want to learn about "radical inclusivity" this episode is for you - whether you are a person of faith or not. Learn more at BrianWilliamsMD.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Michael W. Waters is founding pastor of Joy Tabernacle African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church in Dallas, Texas. As pastor, professor, award-winning author, activist, and social commentator, Waters’ words of hope and empowerment inspire national and international audiences. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Almas Muscatwalla believes that "worshiping God and serving humanity" are the only two purposes of life. She is the Executive Director of Faith Forward Dallas, an active member of the Ismaili Muslim Community, and serves on the board for the Dallas-Fort Worth Muslim Jewish Advisory Council (MJAC). In the middle of a cafe after the lunch rush, Almas shared why she works to strengthen relationships between peoples with diverse perspectives. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

We visit with George Mason, senior pastor for the Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas, TX. He shares his thoughts on the intersection of gun violence and religion, and how to have constructive dialogue with someone who believes in their "god-given right" to own a gun. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Bruce Bond is co-founder of the Common Ground Committee. It is a citizen-led initiative free of a political agenda and financial influences that is committed to “Bringing Light Not Heat To Public Discourse”.  Bruce brings together thought leaders and influencers of opposing opinions to show that people can work together and find common ground on important issues without compromising values. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

David Henderson is a trial lawyer and world champion public speaker. Before his current role as a civil rights attorney, Dave served in the Special Crimes Division of the district attorney’s office. He has tried over 70 jury cases to a verdict, ranging from civil cases to human trafficking to capital murder. In 2010 David won the Toastmasters World Championship competing against over 30,000 contestants from 113 countries. Listen to him describe the emotional toll of litigating sex crime cases, and how public speaking makes him a better attorney. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Rome Madison epitomizes the entrepreneurial spirit. He has scaled the mountain of adversity to become a genomic industry expert, author, public speaker, and more. Listen as he shares his story of tenacity, and breaks down the role precision medicine has in the future of cancer therapy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

Beth A. Griech-Polelle is the Kurt Mayer Chair of Holocaust Studies and Associate Professor of History at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, WA. In her book "Anti-Semitism and the Holocaust" she explains the pivotal importance of the destructive power of discriminatory language in the persecution of Jews, and how easy it was to recruit healthcare professionals to participate in the Holocaust. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message