Podcasts about vaccine equity

Send us a textSeth Berkley, MD has been at the front lines of the world's biggest battles against infectious disease. As the longtime CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, the cofounder of COVAX, and the founder of the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative, Berkley has helped bring lifesaving vaccines to billions of people.In his new book, FAIR DOSES: An Insider's Story of the Pandemic and the Global Fight for Vaccine Equity, Berkley lays out the hard truths of what went wrong during COVID—and how we can do better next time. From the rise of vaccine nationalism and political roadblocks to the explosion of misinformation, Berkley explains why inequitable vaccine access cost millions of lives and weakened global stability.On this episode of FUTUREPROOF., we discuss:Why the next pandemic is not a question of if, but whenWhat COVID-19 revealed about the politics of global healthHow vaccine nationalism and misinformation threaten our collective safetyLessons from COVAX and how to design faster, fairer systems in the futureWhy global cooperation isn't just moral—it's economic and existentialThis is a candid conversation about science, trust, and survival in a world that will inevitably face future pandemics.

“The amount of chaos that's been introduced into the federal health policy landscape is unprecedented,” says Michelle Mello, professor at Stanford Law School and the Stanford University School of Medicine.That turmoil, she explains, has left major gaps in expertise, trust, and leadership—and states are rushing to fill the void. In this episode of Stanford Legal, host Pamela S. Karlan talks with Mello about what this moment means for the future of science, public health, research, and the law.Mello describes how the hollowing out of career expertise at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has upended vaccine policy and research funding, forcing states into unfamiliar leadership roles. She and Karlan also unpack how shifting scientific guidance during the pandemic eroded public confidence, how politicized grant-making is reshaping the research ecosystem, and state governments' growing role in creating what she calls a “shadow CDC.”Despite the turmoil, Mello points to a few bright spots: state-level experimentation could generate valuable evidence of what works and what does not, and there are reassuring signs from the lower courts, she says, which she believes are capable of separating law from politics.Earlier this year, Mello explored many of these themes in her JAMA Health Forum paper, “The Hard Road Ahead for State Public Health Departments.”Links:Michelle Mello >>> Stanford Law pageJAMA Health Forum paper >>> “The Hard Road Ahead for State Public Health DepartmentsConnect:Episode Transcripts >>> Stanford Legal Podcast WebsiteStanford Legal Podcast >>> LinkedIn PageRich Ford >>>  Twitter/XPam Karlan >>> Stanford Law School PageDiego Zambrano >>> Stanford Law School PageStanford Law School >>> Twitter/XStanford Lawyer Magazine >>> Twitter/X (00:00:00) Health Policy and COVID-19 Vaccines(00:05:10) The Vaccine Rollout Challenges(00:10:25) Public Trust and Recommendations(00:16:40) The Role of the Vaccine Committee(00:23:55) NIH Grant Process Insight(00:29:43) MIT's Stance on NIH Compact Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to the recent CSIS Bipartisan Alliance for Global Health Security book launch of Fair Doses: An Insider's Story of the Pandemic and the Global Fight for Vaccine Equity by Seth Berkley. As the gravity and magnitude of the Covid-19 pandemic became apparent in the first half of 2020, how did the vision for a mechanism to ensure equitable access to new vaccines come together and what role did organizations including Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance; the Center for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI); and the World Health Organization (WHO) play in enabling the COVAX Facility to distribute nearly two billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to people in 146 countries, the majority of which were low-income countries, by the end of  2022? This event featured conversation between Katherine Bliss, Senior Fellow and Director of Immunizations and Health Systems Resilience, CSIS Global Health Policy Center, and Dr. Seth Berkley, author of Fair Doses and CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, from 2011 to 2023  regarding the challenges of vaccine equity and the lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic that can inform preparations for inevitable future health crises.  This event is made possible through the generous support of the Gates Foundation. 

In this episode, Jess and Sarah welcome Dr. Seth Berkley, a leading public health expert, to examine pressing global health security challenges. The scientists explore the concerning resurgence of preventable diseases and the critical role of vaccination programs in protecting populations. Dr. Berkley shares insights on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing persistent issues of vaccine inequity and hesitancy across different communities. The conversation tackles the troubling rise of anti-science legislation and the erosion of public trust in scientific institutions, while also examining the tensions between individual health freedom and collective public health responsibility. Throughout the episode, the experts offer both sobering assessments of current challenges and hopeful perspectives on future advancements in global health and scientific progress. Video available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pv-sFW8--Mo (00:00) Intro and Public Health Update (04:01) What Is A News Item That Caught Your Attention And Why? (08:44) Dr. Berkley's Work During The Covid-19 Pandemic (12:33) How Likely Is It That We Have Another Pandemic Type Situation? (25:17) Vaccine Inequity Vs. Hesitancy (20:50) Vaccine Recommendations And Availability (25:29) The Role Of Sanitation In Disease Control (28:38) The Bigger Picture Of Public Health In America (31:40) Philosophical Perspectives On Health And Freedom (36:04) What Is Giving Hope In Public Health And Science? https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethberkley/ https://www.ucpress.edu/books/fair-doses Fair Doses: An Insider's Story of the Pandemic and the Global Fight for Vaccine Equity on Amazon https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.aea7053 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Interested in advertising with us? Please reach out to advertising@airwavemedia.com, with “Unbiased Science” in the subject line. PLEASE NOTE: The discussion and information provided in this podcast are for general educational, scientific, and informational purposes only and are not intended as, and should not be treated as, medical or other professional advice for any particular individual or individuals. Every person and medical issue is different, and diagnosis and treatment requires consideration of specific facts often unique to the individual. As such, the information contained in this podcast should not be used as a substitute for consultation with and/or treatment by a doctor or other medical professional. If you are experiencing any medical issue or have any medical concern, you should consult with a doctor or other medical professional. Further, due to the inherent limitations of a podcast such as this as well as ongoing scientific developments, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information or analysis provided in this podcast, although, of course we always endeavor to provide comprehensive information and analysis. In no event may Unbiased Science or any of the participants in this podcast be held liable to the listener or anyone else for any decision allegedly made or action allegedly taken or not taken allegedly in reliance on the discussion or information in this podcast or for any damages allegedly resulting from such reliance. The information provided herein do not represent the views of our employers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Ben Plumley catches up with Dr. Seth Berkley, founder of the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative, former CEO of GAVI and amongst other responsibilities, now a senior advisor at Brown University's School of Public Health's Pandemic Center. Seth has recently published a new book “Fair Doses: An Insider's Story of the Pandemic and the Global Fight for Vaccine Equity” and he and Ben discuss the book's topics of vaccine equity, misinformation, and the rapid innovations in vaccine development, particularly the success and future potential of mRNA vaccines. Dr. Berkley highlights the challenges posed by misinformation and the political landscape, as well as the importance of global collaboration in addressing pandemics. They also explore his defining role in Covax's efforts to distribute COVID vaccines, the need for local manufacturing, and the impacts of nationalistic policies on global health. Dr. Berkley stresses the critical role of ongoing innovation and funding in preparing for future health crises and ensuring equitable access to health technologies. And he pulls no punches on the current US administration's failures in supporting global health research and partnerships. https://www.ucpress.edu/books/fair-doses/hardcover 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:05 Current State of Misinformation and Disinformation 03:56 Challenges in Public Health Communication 09:19 Reflections on COVID-19 and Vaccine Equity 12:44 Global Health and Future Pandemics 16:41 Vaccine Nationalism and Local Manufacturing 23:38 Preparedness for Future Health Threats 31:01 The Future of Clinical Research and Innovation 36:03 Seth Berkeley's Current Work and Future Plans 38:13 Conclusion and Closing Remarks Join the Conversation! How do you see the future of global health unfolding? Share your thoughts in the comments! Read Emily Bass' Substack: https://substack.com/@emilysbass Check Out Ben's Substack: https://substack.com/@benplumley1 Subscribe & Stay Updated: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform. Watch on YouTube & subscribe for more in-depth global health.

Seth Berkley used to run the world's largest vaccine funding organization. He and Steve talk about the incredible value of vaccines, the economics of immunizing the developing world, and the current attacks on public health. SOURCES:Seth Berkley, epidemiologist at Brown University School of Public Health. RESOURCES:"Trump Administration Ends Program Critical to Search for an H.I.V. Vaccine," by Apoorva Mandavilli (New York Times, 2025).Fair Doses: An Insider's Story of the Pandemic and the Global Fight for Vaccine Equity, by Seth Berkley (2025)."How a partnership saved millions of children's lives with vaccines," (Gates Foundation).Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. EXTRAS:"Sendhil Mullainathan Thinks Messing Around Is the Best Use of Your Time," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2021)."Moncef Slaoui: 'It's Unfortunate That It Takes a Crisis for This to Happen,'" by People I (Mostly) Admire (2020).

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Native Health Initiative's Associate Director Jules McCabe discusses the organization's important Vaccine Equity efforts. Teeniors are young adults who help others learn technology.Tune in to learn more from founder Trish Lopez! Catch us live every Sunday at 7PM on KUNM!

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Before you vote, take the time to consider the youth perspective! We asked GJ youth members to share their election messages with voters, what issues they want to see addressed, and what their core values are as individuals. We have an obligation to listen to our youth as voters, and be their voice in the electoral process! Stay tuned for Progress Now's Disinformation Digest, a segment that ends the spread of disinformation. Hosted by Joe Cardillo. All of this, our Vaccine Equity segment, and more! Catch us live on Sundays at 7 PM on KUNM 89.9 FM or KUNM.org

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We bring you an interview with Alissa Barnes & Joe Cardillo of ProgressNow New Mexico. The grassroots organization focuses on obtaining justice for systemically excluded groups via community organizing & programs such as the ProgressNow New Mexico Education Fund. Get the latest updates on our weekly Vaccine Equity segment & a special event announcement! Tune in to GJ every Sunday @ 7 PM 89.9 FM KUNM or stream at KUNM.org.

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Geetika Nadkarni, ASTHO's Director of Infectious Diseases, discusses work to increase vaccine acceptance and uptake; Dr. Mikeisha Oldson, Senior Program Associate at NNPHI, previews an upcoming meeting for new public health workers focused on professional development and mentorship; and ASTHO has tools and resources to help you better support your workforce. ASTHO Blog Article: Partnering with Community Action Agencies Can Improve Trust in Vaccines ASTHO Toolkit: Championing Change – A Toolkit for Addressing Vaccine Equity Through Community Mobilization NNPHI Web Page: Open Forum Next Generation NNPHI Web Page: Open Forum – Next Generation (NxGen) ASTHO Web Page: Public Health Workforce  

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Sarah Auer, Program Analyst for the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, tells us about the Applied Epidemiology Competencies toolkit; Lillie Seels, Director of Practice Transformation at the National Community Action Partnership, says ASTHO's vaccine equity toolkit was developed using real-world experience; Jon Junior Calvo, Chief of Staff for the Office of the Governor of Guam, discusses why ASTHO's business process improvement approach has been time well spent; and an ASTHO webinar will focus on state communication campaigns to combat the syphilis epidemic. Applied Epidemiology Competencies Toolkit ASTHO Blog Article: ASTHO Helping Agencies and Providers Advance Vaccine Equity Public Health Review Podcast: Using Business Process Improvement to Address Procurement Challenges in Guam ASTHO Webinar: Combatting the Rise of Syphilis Through State Communication Campaigns  

Generation Justice shares a recording of the panel discussion after Jewish Voice for Peace's screening of “Isrealism”. Hear four special guests talk about their experience as Jews learning about Israel and their reactions to the film “Israelism”. Also-learn how to keep your family safe this summer with our weekly vaccine equity segment

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Edo-Abasi McGee, PharmD, BCPS, joins PPN founder and CEO, Todd Eury, to discuss ways to reduce vaccine hesitancy, specifically in communities of color, and how to navigate a world in which the COVID-19 pandemic is now endemic. Dr. McGee reviews a paper she and her colleagues published, which provides guidance on how to help control public messaging to reduce vaccine hesitancy and promote vaccine equity. Dr. McGee is an associate professor at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Pharmacy. Her practice and research interests include antimicrobial stewardship, antimicrobial allergies, antimicrobial resistance, antimicrobial pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and active learning and teaching. Host, Todd Eury  Guest, Edo-Abasi McGee, PharmD, BCPS

Geetika Nadkarni, ASTHO's Director of Chronic Infectious Disease, shares the award-winning Partnering for Vaccine Equity project which aims to increase vaccinations among diverse communities; Meredith Sussman, Vaccine Equity Project Coordinator for the Palmetto Community Action Partnership, says the vaccine equity project has made new collaboration possible; Kai Tao, Co-founder and Principal of Impact and Innovation for Illinois Contraceptive Access Now; and sign up for ASTHO's Public Health Weekly email newsletters.   ASTHO Webpage: Partnering with Community Action Agencies Can Improve Trust in Vaccines Palmetto Community Action Partnership ASTHO Webpage: Connecting Your Communities to Family Planning Coverage ASTHO Webpage: Public Health Weekly email newsletters