Podcasts about vulnerable populations

What's Causing More Frequent And Severe Wildfires? Wildfires are becoming harder to contain as hotter, drier conditions make fire seasons longer and more destructive. And the impact doesn't stop at the fire line anymore. Smoke can travel thousands of miles, exposing people far from the flames to serious health risks. We look at what's driving this scary increase and why controlled burns may be part of the solution. Guests: Victoria Donovan, assistant professor, forest management, University of Florida Hanna Payne, climate resilience manager, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions Host: Marty Peterson Producers: Amirah Zaveri and Grace Galante Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Argument Beneath The Argument: Why Conflict Hardens From couples to politics to global conflict, the same patterns can push people further apart. Psychotherapist Scott Gibbs explains what happens when fear, defensiveness and the need to be right takes over. Guest: Scott Gibbs, psychotherapist, marriage therapist, author, Toward the Turning: Rethinking the Meaning of 9/11, the Clash of Civilizations, and a Postmodern World What's Causing More Frequent And Severe Wildfires? Wildfires are becoming harder to contain as hotter, drier conditions make fire seasons longer and more destructive. And the impact doesn't stop at the fire line anymore. Smoke can travel thousands of miles, exposing people far from the flames to serious health risks. We look at what's driving this scary increase and why controlled burns may be part of the solution. Guests: Victoria Donovan, assistant professor, forest management, University of Florida Hanna Payne, climate resilience manager, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Dish on Health IT, Tony Schueth, CEO of Point-of-Care Partners (POCP), welcomes Angel Ballew, Head of Pharmacy Clinical Programs & Services at Centene Corporation, along with Seth Joseph, Managing Director of Summit Health Advisors, and Jason Reed, Senior Consultant at Point-of-Care Partners, for a discussion about what it will take to scale pharmacist-delivered clinical services. The conversation builds on findings from the NCPDP Foundation-funded white paper, A Business Model Framework to Scale Pharmacy-Delivered Clinical Services, developed with contributions from Point-of-Care Partners and Summit Health Advisors. The research starts from an important premise: there is already significant evidence that pharmacist-delivered clinical services can improve patient outcomes. The harder question is how to make those services operationally and financially sustainable at scale. Tony begins by asking Angel about the role pharmacists can play in closing care gaps, particularly for vulnerable and rural populations. Angel notes that Centene serves approximately 3.5 million people living in rural communities, but emphasizes that access challenges extend beyond geography to transportation, housing, food insecurity, and other social determinants of health. Against that backdrop, pharmacists can be among the most accessible healthcare professionals in a community and may interact with patients more frequently than physicians or other providers. Angel describes opportunities for pharmacists to reinforce medication adherence, identify medication-related concerns, provide immunizations, support test-and-treat services, conduct screenings, and perform other clinical services. As states continue expanding pharmacists' scope of practice and provider recognition, she sees opportunities to further integrate pharmacists into the healthcare team, particularly in communities with limited provider access. Seth and Jason broaden the discussion by sharing what emerged from the stakeholder interviews and industry research behind the white paper. Pharmacist-delivered services are already being piloted or implemented across areas including gaps-in-care counseling, test-and-treat programs, medication counseling and medication therapy management, immunizations and preventive screenings, and chronic disease management. Jason notes that pharmacists can play an important role between physician visits for patients managing conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. The conversation then turns to one of the biggest obstacles to scale: reimbursement and credentialing. Angel describes the tension between generating enough patient volume to make participation worthwhile for pharmacies and demonstrating enough outcomes and value to justify health plan investment. She discusses Centene's work to make credentialing requirements clearer for pharmacy partners, including the internal education required to bring pharmacy into processes traditionally designed around other healthcare providers. Tony asks Seth what the research suggests needs to change. Seth explains that the findings pointed strongly toward health plans and pharmacies working together to lead the development of sustainable models. Pharmacy benefit managers remain important participants with established relationships, networks, technology, and processes, but Seth describes the difficulty an innovative program champion within a PBM can face when they must first secure a client and then assemble participating pharmacies. Health plans may have greater ability to initiate programs and bring the necessary parties together, although their different lines of business and geographic markets add their own complexity. Angel shares how some of this has played out at Centene. The organization has worked directly with pharmacy communities and industry partners, often state by state because of differences in pharmacist scope-of-practice requirements. At the same time, Centene has developed a national program with consistent quality measures and an infrastructure that can support additional pharmacy service opportunities. That experience provides a real-world look at what scaling can require. Angel describes participation approaching 73 percent nationally and nearly 30,000 pharmacies contracted to participate in the program, including growth of more than 10,000 pharmacies over the past several years. She points to consistency as an important part of building participation. Rather than continually replacing programs with something new, Centene has gathered feedback and iterated, helping pharmacy partners gain confidence that the opportunity is stable enough to warrant their investment. The discussion then returns to a central finding of the white paper: the “cold start,” or chicken-and-egg, problem. Pharmacies may hesitate to invest in technology, staffing, workflow redesign, and clinical capabilities until sufficient patient volume exists, while health plans want sufficient pharmacy participation before investing in programs and measuring outcomes. Meanwhile, differences in credentialing, enrollment, reimbursement, contracting, and reporting continue to create practical barriers. Tony introduces the concept of regional Pharmacy Health Alliances for Reimbursable Medical Services, or PHARMS, as one potential approach to addressing the cold-start problem by bringing health plans and pharmacies together within a geographic market. Angel agrees that the concept begins with the right problem. The industry does not lack evidence that pharmacists can improve outcomes or help address gaps created by provider shortages. What remains less aligned is the business model. She cautions, however, that health plan operations vary considerably across lines of business, patient populations, benefit designs, quality priorities, and state Medicaid requirements. A regional model therefore needs enough flexibility to account for those differences. Seth explains that this variation is precisely why the research pointed toward regional collaboration rather than attempting to solve every issue nationally at once. The goal is not necessarily complete standardization, but identifying enough commonality among health plans and lines of business to prioritize a smaller number of services and begin building the infrastructure needed to support them. Angel views those complexities as design considerations rather than reasons not to pursue regional collaboration. She also sees the potential for lessons and common approaches developed regionally to eventually contribute to greater standardization nationally, particularly within individual product lines. Jason brings the discussion back to the pharmacy perspective. Pharmacies need confidence that services will be reimbursed before they can reasonably invest in technology, redesign workflows, train staff, and begin documenting clinical care differently. Regional collaboration among multiple payers could give pharmacies greater confidence that those investments will support sufficient patient volume while creating value for patients, pharmacies, and payers. From there, the conversation moves to another critical requirement for advanced pharmacy practice: data interoperability. Tony points out that pharmacists cannot effectively close care gaps if relevant clinical information remains siloed. Angel agrees that pharmacists need timely, actionable clinical information and enough context beyond the dispensing system to intervene effectively. At the same time, she cautions against overwhelming pharmacists with more information than they can realistically use within their workflows. She also challenges the idea that interoperability must be an all-or-nothing proposition. While the industry continues working toward a more ideal interoperability environment, imperfect data exchange should not prevent health plans and pharmacies from making progress today. Jason expands on the interoperability challenge by discussing the emerging concept of a pharmacy EHR. Pharmacy management systems are highly effective at supporting medication dispensing and claims transactions, but advanced clinical services require additional information. He argues that the answer is not simply to deliver the entire EHR to the pharmacist. Instead, the industry needs to identify the minimum actionable clinical information pharmacists need to make better decisions and perform specific services. Just as importantly, Jason emphasizes that pharmacy interoperability must be bidirectional. Pharmacists increasingly generate clinically valuable information through patient interactions, and that information also needs to reach providers and other members of the care team. Angel notes that Centene already receives some information back from pharmacies, including through programs involving social determinants of health, although the more seamless bidirectional infrastructure envisioned by the group is still developing. Looking ahead five years, Seth describes himself as a “data-driven optimist.” He points to momentum across private-sector organizations, national and independent pharmacies, state governments, and policy initiatives. While significant reimbursement, policy, and infrastructure challenges remain, he believes many of the pieces needed to overcome the cold-start problem are beginning to come together. Angel shares that optimism. Her hope is that pharmacists become a much more integrated and visible part of frontline healthcare delivery. The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated how accessible and valuable pharmacists can be when the healthcare system needs them, and she sees an opportunity to continue moving the profession beyond its traditional dispensing role. Jason adds that demographic pressures, including an aging population and primary care capacity challenges, will continue creating demand for pharmacists to practice at the top of their licenses. He expects states to continue expanding pharmacist prescribing authority and clinical roles while technology, interoperability, and potentially AI help pharmacies operate more efficiently and support broader clinical services. Tony closes with the question asked of every guest on The Dish on Health IT: what is one habit or perception healthcare stakeholders should change or revisit starting tomorrow? Angel challenges listeners to think about pharmacists as more than medication experts. They are also access experts. In a healthcare system facing provider shortages, increasing complexity, barriers to care, and pressure to improve quality, she encourages healthcare leaders to ask how they can better leverage one of the most accessible healthcare professionals available in nearly every community. Rather than focusing only on what pharmacists dispense, Angel leaves listeners with a broader question: What can pharmacists prevent or help solve? The episode closes, as always, with the reminder that Health IT is a dish best served hot. Prefer video? Catch episodes on the POCP YouTube channel

When Workplace Mistreatment Disappears On Paper A workplace can post strong safety numbers while behind the scenes employees deal with unstable hours, stressful conditions, hidden injuries and pressure not to speak up. We examine how corporate efficiency can shift risk onto workers and why the official record often captures only part of what the job costs on a human level. Guests:  Jessica Martinez, executive director, National Council for Occupational Safety and Health Benjamin Lorr, writer, author, The Secret Life of Groceries Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When Workplace Mistreatment Disappears On Paper A workplace can post strong safety numbers while behind the scenes employees deal with unstable hours, stressful conditions, hidden injuries and pressure not to speak up. We examine how corporate efficiency can shift risk onto workers and why the official record often captures only part of what the job costs on a human level. Guests:  Jessica Martinez, executive director, National Council for Occupational Safety and Health Benjamin Lorr, writer, author, The Secret Life of Groceries Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri   Looksmaxxing: The Online Trend Changing How Young Men See Themselves Looksmaxxing sells young men the idea that a better face or body can unlock confidence and success. We speak with two experts to understand how the trend has become a dangerous and addictive path into damaging comparisons, risky procedures and online communities that treat insecurity as a problem to be endlessly optimized. Guests:  Mike Nicholson, founder, director, Progressive Masculinity Valerie Adams-Bass, psychologist, University of Virginia's Youth-Nex Center Host: Marty Peterson Producers: Grace Galante and Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do you lead 16 agencies and serve 8.2 million people without losing sight of the individual? NYC's Deputy Mayor of Health and Human Services Helen Arteaga shows what happens when a leader moves beyond the binary of efficiency vs. compassion, using data and local insights to get both right. In this episode, you'll learn: Why a structured system for serving people from birth through end-of-life means better, consistent care. How to use neighborhood-level data and geographic targeting to serve people before they hit crisis. How to get the right processes in place before feeding data to an AI. The importance of early intervention with babies and children. Why ensuring equal access to good care is so personal for DM Arteaga, and how she honors her father's legacy by doing so. Guest: New York City's Deputy Mayor of Health and Human Services Helen Arteaga Listener Survey: bit.ly/datasmartpod Music credit: Summer-Man by Ketsa About Data-Smart City Solutions Data-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and follow us on LinkedIn.

The New Capital Punishment Pt 2: Proactive Solutions For Public Safety With at least five people dying in state custody each day, relying on police to handle every non-violent crisis often leads to tragic, avoidable outcomes instead of care. Our experts advocate for a fundamental shift in emergency response, exploring how dispatching mental health and healthcare professionals to non-violent crises can save lives and redefine what it means to feel safe. Guest: Terence Keel, professor of human biology & society, professor of African American studies, UCLA, author, The Coroner's Silence, Founding Director, Lab for BioCritical Studies Host and Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New Capital Punishment: Exposing The Hidden Victims Of Police Violence When an individual enters law enforcement custody, the state becomes legally responsible for their life, yet unexplained fatalities happen during these interactions every single day. Our expert exposes a deeply flawed and biased system of death investigations, detailing the gaps in how in-custody deaths are documented and reveals why the truth about police-related fatalities is so often buried. Guest:  Terence Keel, professor of human biology & society, professor of African American studies, UCLA, author, The Coroner's Silence, Founding Director, Lab for BioCritical Studies   Behind Closed Doors Pt.2: The Legal Nightmare Of Male Abuse Survivors Male victims of intimate partner violence frequently face rejection from the very support systems meant to protect them. This systemic failure often traps them in abusive cycles for years, afraid of the threat of legal retaliation and weaponized custody battles once they finally try to leave. Our experts reveal the grueling journey of breaking free from a silent nightmare and highlight the true keys to recovery. Guests:  Dr. Denise Hines, Elizabeth Shirley Enochs Endowed Professor of Social Work, George Mason University College of Public Health Aaron Ellis, survivor & advocate Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New Capital Punishment: Exposing The Hidden Victims Of Police Violence When an individual enters law enforcement custody, the state becomes legally responsible for their life, yet unexplained fatalities happen during these interactions every single day. Our expert exposes a deeply flawed and biased system of death investigations, detailing the gaps in how in-custody deaths are documented and reveals why the truth about police-related fatalities is so often buried. Guest: Terence Keel, professor of human biology & society, professor of African American studies, UCLA, author, The Coroner's Silence, Founding Director, Lab for BioCritical Studies.   Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Behind Closed Doors Pt.2: The Legal Nightmare Of Male Abuse Survivors Male victims of intimate partner violence frequently face rejection from the very support systems meant to protect them. This systemic failure often traps them in abusive cycles for years, afraid of the threat of legal retaliation and weaponized custody battles once they finally try to leave. Our experts reveal the grueling journey of breaking free from a silent nightmare and highlight the true keys to recovery. Guests:  Dr. Denise Hines, Elizabeth Shirley Enochs Endowed Professor of Social Work, George Mason University College of Public Health Aaron Ellis, survivor & advocate Host: Greg Johnson Producer: Kristen Farrah   Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Behind Closed Doors: Male Victims Of Intimate Partner Violence Men make up nearly half of the victims of intimate partner violence, so why do so many survivor programs focus only on women? Our experts shed light on this frequently overlooked crisis, exploring the heavy realities of male victims of intimate partner violence and challenging the gender stereotypes that surround domestic abuse. Guests:  Dr. Denise Hines, Elizabeth Shirley Enochs Endowed Professor of Social Work, George Mason University College of Public Health Aaron Ellis, survivor & advocate Host and producer: Kristen Farrah   A World Of Silence Pt.2: Is Early Intervention Safe For Infant Hearing Loss? The FDA recently lowered the age criteria for children to receive cochlear implants to just seven months old, a shift that promises better developmental outcomes but leaves many parents deeply hesitant. Our experts this week demystifies the procedure – including why the actual surgical recovery might be far easier than families expect. Guests:  Dr. Nancy Young, medical director of Audiology and Cochlear Implant Programs, The Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Lillian S. Wells professor in pediatric otolaryngology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Doug and Eva Tweedy, parents Host: Greg Johnson Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Men make up nearly half of the victims of intimate partner violence, so why do so many survivor programs focus only on women? Our experts shed light on this frequently overlooked crisis, exploring the heavy realities of male victims of intimate partner violence and challenging the gender stereotypes that surround domestic abuse. Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

**Sponsored by EasyDNS** Move your domain or web hosting to EasyDNS and support Not On Record: https://easydns.com/NotOnRecord Use promo code: **notonrecord** In Episode 220 of Not On Record, criminal defence lawyers Michael Bury and Nick discuss Canada's new Bail and Sentencing Reform Act (Bill C-14), a sweeping piece of legislation introducing more than 80 changes to Canada's bail and sentencing laws. The discussion examines the government's stated goal of addressing public concerns over repeat offenders, violent crime, auto theft, home invasions, human trafficking, and organized criminal activity. Michael and Nick break down the most significant reforms, including expanded reverse onus provisions, restrictions on sureties, changes to the ladder principle, new sentencing aggravating factors, and the elimination of conditional sentence orders for certain offences. The episode also explores the potential unintended consequences of these reforms, including increased pre-trial detention, overcrowded jails, longer bail delays, additional pressure on courts, and the impact on accused persons who remain presumed innocent while awaiting trial. The hosts discuss concerns raised by defence lawyers, civil liberties advocates, and organizations that question whether tougher bail laws will meaningfully reduce crime or simply place greater strain on an already overburdened justice system. Topics include reverse onus bail hearings, human trafficking offences, auto theft, home invasions, conditional sentences, prison overcrowding, mental health concerns, rehabilitation, GPS monitoring programs, and the broader debate between public safety and civil liberties. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Bill C-14 * 03:15 Overview of Bail and Sentencing Reform Act * 07:30 Reverse Onus Expansion Explained * 12:40 Changes to Sureties and the Ladder Principle * 18:45 Human Trafficking, Auto Theft and Home Invasions * 24:20 Presumption of Innocence vs Public Safety * 31:10 Bail Court Delays and System Strain * 38:00 Conditions Inside Ontario Jails * 45:30 Impact on Defence Preparation and Fair Trials * 52:15 Conditional Sentences and House Arrest Changes * 58:40 Indigenous and Vulnerable Populations * 1:04:20 Mental Health, Addiction and Recidivism * 1:10:10 GPS Monitoring and Alternative Approaches * 1:15:30 Final Thoughts on Bill C-14

In this episode, Dr. Ken Cohen, Chief Medical Officer at Optum Health, discusses new research on Medicare Advantage, social vulnerability, and how full-risk care models can improve quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes. He also shares insights on the infrastructure, technology, and strategies needed to advance value-based care.

In this episode, Dr. Ken Cohen, Chief Medical Officer at Optum Health, discusses new research on Medicare Advantage, social vulnerability, and how full-risk care models can improve quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes. He also shares insights on the infrastructure, technology, and strategies needed to advance value-based care.

In today's episode, we spoke with Martin Schoen, MD, and Andrew W. Hahn, MD. Dr Schoen is a hematologist/oncologist and hospitalist at St. Louis Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Saint Louis University. Hahn is an assistant professor in the Department of Genitourinary Medical Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.In our exclusive interview, Drs Schoen and Hahn discussed the clinical evidence for androgen receptor pathway inhibitors (ARPIs), including enzalutamide, in patients with de novo metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (mCSPC) who are elderly, frail, or have a high comorbidity burden. They also highlighted findings from a subgroup analysis the Veterans Affairs dataset evaluating outcomes with androgen deprivation therapy plus ARPIs in high-comorbidity, frail, and elderly patients with high-volume mCSPC.

In this episode, Robin Henry, Chief Operating Officer, Solvera Health, discusses how FQHCs can extend behavioral health and substance use disorder services for underserved populations through integrated care models, strategic partnerships, telehealth, and innovative workforce solutions that improve access while maintaining quality and continuity of care.This episode is sponsored by Precise Behavioral Health.

This Is Not About Running: Highlighting Abuse In Youth Sports When youth running prodigy Mary Cain was scouted by top universities in the eighth grade, she thought she was chasing her athletic dreams – but the reality of the elite sports pipeline would cost her far more than she ever imagined. This week she pulls back the curtain on the toxic culture of high-stakes youth athletics, detailing how top-tier programs often exploit young prodigies. Guest:  Mary Cain, author, This Is Not About Running   Before The World Forgot: A Look At The Women Who've Advanced Society Throughout history, the female trailblazers who have made monumental achievements in science, literature, and innovation have been systemically minimized or forgotten. Our guests this week discuss how societal biases erased women's intellectual contributions and why recognizing these female geniuses is essential to completing our understanding of human progress. Guests:  Janice Kaplan, author, The Genius of Women Catherine Whitlock, author, Ten Women Who Changed Science and the World Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Is Not About Running: Highlighting Abuse In Youth Sports When youth running prodigy Mary Cain was scouted by top universities in the eighth grade, she thought she was chasing her athletic dreams – but the reality of the elite sports pipeline would cost her far more than she ever imagined. This week she pulls back the curtain on the toxic culture of high-stakes youth athletics, detailing how top-tier programs often exploit young prodigies. Guests: Mary Cain, author, This Is Not About Running Host: Kristen Farrah Producer: Polly Hansen   Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Starve the Beast The world is crazy - full of poop reports, studies on how governments can save money by killing citizens, and sky-high valuations in the stock market. It's wonderful to hear good news in times like this, where there is someone willing to sue Google and US Government for censorship and defamation or where Rep Anna Paulina Luna is trying to prevent more lobbying for foreign governments' best interests. Today we talk about the positive and negative stories happening around the world. The beast that wants to control us believes they will never be held accountable for their actions. The pentagon has failed its 8th consecutive audit, but there is no punishment for them. Those from the Epstein list that hurt children have not been punished yet. If we don't like the actions of the beast, the best thing we can do is to starve the beast. Government Economics of Expanding Canada's Medical Assistance in Dying to Vulnerable Populations and the Ethical Implications of Allowing the State to Control Death Abolish Property Taxes in Ohio: www.AxOHTax.com  Get more information about abolishing all property taxes in Ohio. https://citizensforpropertytaxreform.org/ Our Links: www.RealPowerFamily.com Info@RealPowerFamily.com

Astrology: Can This Ancient Practice Impact Your Life? Astrology is an ancient practice that's been in and out of popularity for centuries. Believers use this pseudoscience as a way to find structure and purpose in the chaos of life. Our experts explain how astrology has lasted the test of time and how it could advise your life in different areas, such as love and success. Guests: Neda Farr, celebrity astrologer, creator, Starcrossed App Steven Vanden Broecke, Ph.D., professor of history of science, Ghent University   Q-Tips, Ear Candling, And Everything You Need To Know About Earwax All of that time you spend digging earwax out of your ear isn't just a waste of time, but can be damaging your health. Earwax is a self-cleaning substance that protects our ears from infection and debris. Dr. Andrew Tagg explains the wax's various roles and when to know when you truly need a cleaning. Guest: Dr. Andrew Tagg, pediatric emergency physician, associate professor, University of Melbourne, co-founder, Don't Forget The Bubbles Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Q-Tips, Ear Candling, And Everything You Need To Know About Earwax All of that time you spend digging earwax out of your ear isn't just a waste of time, but can be damaging your health. Earwax is a self-cleaning substance that protects our ears from infection and debris. Our expert this week explains the wax's various roles and when to know when you truly need a cleaning. Guest: Dr. Andrew Tagg, pediatric emergency physician, associate professor, University of Melbourne, co-founder, Don't Forget The Bubbles Host: Greg Johnson Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Henry Miller criticizes the anti-vaccine stances of cabinet officials, calling it "statistical murder." He argues for maintaining mandates to ensure herd immunity and protect vulnerable populations against diseases like COVID. (13/16)1918

A Lasting Legacy: How Brain Donation Is Advancing Autism Research While organ donation can help save a life, brain donation can help save thousands. Specifically for autism, brain donations are helping researchers uncover the biological causes of the disorder to improve the quality of life for future generations. Our experts highlight the critical need for donation awareness and participation. Guests:  Dr. David Amaral, scientific director, Autism BrainNet, Director of Research, UC Davis MIND Institute Kathy Stein, donor's loved one   Fighting The Status Quo: The Rebels Who Changed Public Health Forever Prevention is built into so many aspects of our lives, from coffee cup lids to seatbelts. However, many of these life-saving innovations were historically met with extreme public and professional resistance. Our expert explores "preventioneers" – the people who defied taboo and skepticism to transform how we protect ourselves from disease and disaster. Guest: Dr. Barry Davis, professor emeritus, University of Texas School of Public Health, author, The Preventioneers Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I WAS THINKING: A Tour of Thousands of Places Your CCA Money is Going // "Overburdened Communities" with "Vulnerable Populations" In Washington State To Get Billions To Reduce Carbon Emissions -- Or Just To Line Their Pockets? // Aaron Granillo - Checking in on the M's at the Quarter Season Mark // Cal Raleigh placed on injured list for the first time in his career // The most beautiful sounding words in the english language 

I WAS THINKING: A Tour of Thousands of Places Your CCA Money is Going // "Overburdened Communities" with "Vulnerable Populations" In Washington State To Get Billions To Reduce Carbon Emissions -- Or Just To Line Their Pockets? // Aaron Granillo - Checking in on the M's at the Quarter Season Mark // Cal Raleigh placed on injured list for the first time in his career // The most beautiful sounding words in the english language 

Fighting The Status Quo: The Rebels Who Changed Public Health Forever Prevention is built into so many aspects of our lives, from coffee cup lids to seatbelts. However, many of these life-saving innovations were historically met with extreme public and professional resistance. Our expert explores "preventioneers" – the people who defied taboo and skepticism to transform how we protect ourselves from disease and disaster. Guest: Dr. Barry Davis, professor emeritus, University of Texas School of Public Health, author, The Preventioneers Host: Greg Johnson Producer: Kristen Farrah  Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You always know an interview is special when it gives you the chills as you listen to the stories.  That was my experience when I met with 86Borders at the recent HIMSS conference.  86Borders counsels people in vulnerable populations who disproportionately suffer from chronic health conditions. These people face multiple barriers, such as in cost, transportation, and time commitments. Furthermore, they often have an "inherent distrust of the health care system," according to Co-Founder and CEO Dan McDonald.A vivid example of the impact 86Borders can have was offered by VP of Quality Lauren Barca, who summed up their approach as "empathy first." A 51-year-old woman had missed her mammograms for nine years, burdened by working multiple jobs and taking care of children and grandchildren. An 86Borders care coordinator engaged with her, explained the importance of mamm0grams, and set her up to take one that turned up a treatable cancer. 86Borders then helped her navigate the health care system and go into remission.Learn more about 86Borders: https://www.86borders.com/Healthcare IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

Childhood Sexual Abuse Pt.2: The Role Of Mothers In The Healing Journey Psychologist Dr. Frank Putnam continues to detail the physical and mental impact of childhood sexual abuse. He also discusses his personal experience uncovering a child trafficking ring led by a coworker at the National Institutes of Health. Guests: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, author, Old Before Their Time   The Lead Legacy: How Toxic Metal Is Sneaking Into Your Life Despite its historical prevalence in everything from ancient plumbing to 20th-century gasoline, lead is a highly dangerous metal that can accumulate in the human body over a lifetime. Researchers have been analyzing strands of hair to track long-term lead exposure and evaluate the impact of the EPA's environmental regulations.   Guests: Thure E. Cerling, distinguished professor of geology & geophysics, The University of Utah   Medical Notes: How To Heal Faster After A Heart Attack, How Sleep Deprivation Distorts Legal Evidence, And Is Keto Good For Your Brain? Is ‘Keto' the key to a more resilient brain? The hidden weight of a brain tumor may be doing more damage than the cancer itself. Can an injection repair a broken heart? The difference between a true confession and a false one may simply be a good night's rest. Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Childhood Sexual Abuse Pt.2: The Role Of Mothers In The Healing Journey Psychologist Dr. Frank Putnam continues to detail the physical and mental impact of childhood sexual abuse. He also discusses his personal experience uncovering a child trafficking ring led by a coworker at the National Institutes of Health. Guest: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, author, Old Before Their Time Host & Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: How To Heal Faster After A Heart Attack, How Sleep Deprivation Distorts Legal Evidence, And Is Keto Good For Your Brain? Is ‘Keto' the key to a more resilient brain? The hidden weight of a brain tumor may be doing more damage than the cancer itself. Can an injection repair a broken heart? The difference between a true confession and a false one may simply be a good night's rest. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt  Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Death Doula: A Guide For Transitioning Into The Afterlife Death is never an easy topic to talk about. To help manage this difficult transition, many are turning to death doulas. They provide compassionate guidance for the dying, like how birth doulas support new mothers. Our experts discuss how to foster curiosity rather than fear, navigate the art of a peaceful end, and find meaning in the time that's left. Guests:  Darnell Lamont Walker, death doula, author, Never Can Say Goodbye Barbara Hansen, mother David Hansen, brother Host: Elizabeth Westfield   Producer: Polly Hansen     Will Hypnosis Fix Your Gut Issues?   The gut-brain connection is very real – and could be the reason behind your stomach issues. When your irritable bowel syndrome is caused by mental stress, medication may not be the best treatment option. Our expert explains how hypnotherapy can help patients heal that mental connection and eliminate symptoms. Guests: Dr. Megan Riehl, GI psychologist, author, Mind Your Gut Host: Greg Johnson   Producers: Kristen Farrah     Medical Notes: Needle-Free Injections, The Benefits Of A Forgotten Skeletal Tissue, And The Importance Of Demographic Inclusiveness In Science The ongoing war on antibiotic resistance. Science has rediscovered a "forgotten" skeletal tissue that could be the future of facial reconstruction. A common bedtime habit might be preventing your brain from performing its nightly "deep clean."  Building public trust in science may rely on appearances. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt   Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your Guide To Living With Adhd: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy Living with ADHD often means struggling with essential executive functions like focus and organization. Because symptoms manifest differently in each person, many people lack the specific systems and structures needed to manage their unique challenges. Our guest offers advice on various coping strategies and what to do when those structures fail. Guest: Cate Osborn, online mental health advocate, co-author, The ADHD Field Guide for Adults Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah.     From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah's life took a turn when a routine medical screening became anything but. Despite her professional expertise, she still had to navigate the frightening transition from provider to patient. Owusu-Ansah explains how she's using her story to show others how to self-advocate when navigating the healthcare system. Guest: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, pediatric emergency medicine physician, assistant professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, cancer patient Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah  Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah's life took a turn when a routine medical screening became anything but. Despite her professional expertise, she still had to navigate the frightening transition from provider to patient. Owusu-Ansah explains how she's using her story to show others how to self-advocate when navigating the healthcare system. Guest: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, pediatric emergency medicine physician, assistant professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, cancer patient Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah   Links for information:Owusu-Ansah profileOwusu-Ansah InstagramOwusu-Ansah Website    Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your Guide To Living With Adhd: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy Living with ADHD often means struggling with essential executive functions like focus and organization. Because symptoms manifest differently in each person, many people lack the specific systems and structures needed to manage their unique challenges. Our guest offers advice on various coping strategies and what to do when those structures fail. Guest: Cate Osborn, online mental health advocate, co-author, The ADHD Field Guide for Adults Host: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah Links for information: Osborn InstagramOsborn WebsiteADHD Book  Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Modern life is increasingly dependent on the internet, but with dependence comes vulnerability. Popular websites enable fraud, disinformation, and harassment. Although anyone on the internet can be at risk, particular age demographics, including children and the elderly, are exposed to threats ranging from social media risks to online harassment to much worse. Federal efforts to legislate solutions have met with mixed success. State governments have begun to address these questions on their own terms, with some enacting age verification laws and others bringing lawsuits against internet companies. How then should we think about public safety in the present internet ecosystem, particularly for vulnerable populations like children and the elderly? Is legislation desirable or even possible? And what does the future hold? Join our panelists, all advocates on the front lines, as they discuss these issues. Featuring: India McKinney, Director of Federal Affairs, Electronic Frontier FoundationClare Morell, Fellow, Ethics and Public Policy CenterSpence Purnell, Resident Senior Fellow, Technology and Innovation, R Street InstituteBrandon J. Smith, Partner, Holtzman Vogel Baran Torchinsky & Josefiak PLLC(Moderator) Prof. Paul G. Cassell, Ronald N. Boyce Presidential Professor of Criminal Law and University Distinguished Professor of Law, The University of Utah College of Law

From chronic disease to vulnerable populations, the panel unpacks how endocrine disruptors and pesticides silently accumulate and undermine health. #InvisibleToxins #ChronicIllness #EnvironmentalRisks #HealthTalks

Inside The Ambulance: Saving Lives While Overworked And Underpaid   Despite what Hollywood shows us, the daily life of a paramedic rarely includes life or death emergencies. In reality, resources are thin, burnout runs high, and medics often face issues that would be better handled by social workers and lawyers. This week, Joanna Sokol details her experience on the job and why the field is desperate for better worker rights.   Guests: Joanna Sokol, author, A Real Emergency Host: Elizabeth Westfield  Producer: Kristen Farrah     Are AI Chatbots Causing Psychosis?   AI chatbots have become a helpful tool, but for some vulnerable people, interacting with these programs can be dangerous. The constant validation these chatbots provide can feed into users' delusions and cause psychosis. Our expert this week digs into what's causing this psychosis, who's most at risk, and how clinicians can intervene.   Guests: Dr. Alexandre Hudon, psychiatrist, assistant clinical professor, University of Montreal Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah     Medical Notes: The Ticking Clock On Male Fertility, Why FDA Research Needs To Be More Inclusive, And The Shocking Effects A Specific Diet Has On Breast Milk FDA drug trials may not be getting enough information. Is there a ticking clock on male fertility? Building public trust in science may rely on appearances. How a woman's diet majorly affects her breast milk.  Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are AI Chatbots Causing Psychosis?   AI chatbots have become a helpful tool, but for some vulnerable people, interacting with these programs can be dangerous. The constant validation these chatbots provide can feed into users' delusions and cause psychosis. Dr. Alexandre Hudon digs into what's causing this psychosis, who's most at risk, and how clinicians can intervene.   Guests: Dr. Alexandre Hudon, psychiatrist, assistant clinical professor, University of Montreal Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Kelsi Sheren delves into the controversial topic of euthanasia and the organization Dying with Dignity. She discusses the conflicts of interest within the organization, highlighting financial ties and ethical concerns surrounding their operations. Kelsi provides a detailed financial analysis of Dying with Dignity, revealing their substantial assets and advertising expenditures aimed at promoting assisted death. She emphasizes the impact of these policies on vulnerable populations, urging listeners to question the motives behind such advocacy and to consider alternatives to euthanasia.00:00 Introduction and Personal Insights02:15 Conflicts of Interest in Dying with Dignity07:17 Financial Analysis of Dying with Dignity12:10 Advertising Strategies and Ethical Concerns17:23 Vulnerable Populations and Euthanasia Policies - - - - - - - - - - - -One Time Donation! - Paypal - https://paypal.me/brassandunityBuy me a coffee! - https://buymeacoffee.com/kelsisherenLet's connect!Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekelsisherenperspectiveInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/thekelsisherenperspective?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3DX: https://x.com/KelsiBurnsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelsie_sheren/Substack:  https://substack.com/@kelsisherenSUPPORT OUR PEOPLE - - - - - - - - - - - -MasterPeace - 10% off with code KELSI - https://www.MasterPeace.Health/KelsiKetone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin - 20% off with code KELSI - https://www.itsgoodlivin.com/?ref=KELSIBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY  - http://brassandunity.com

Are Psychopaths As Dangerous As The Legal System Believes?  For decades, judicial systems in North America have been using formal assessments to identify these psychopathic individuals. Scoring high on these tests can lead to harsher sentencing and exclusion from rehabilitation programs based on the controversial belief that such inmates cannot be changed. However, our expert pushes back against these procedures and discusses what modern research is revealing about psychopathy.  Guest: Rasmus Larsen, forensic epistemologist & assistant professor, University of Toronto, author, Psychopathy UnmaskedHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducer: Kristen Farrah Male Menopause: How To Combat Your Natural Decline In Testosterone  While menopause is a well-known milestone for women, men experience a similar age-related decline in testosterone often referred to as ‘andropause'. This process typically begins around age 40 and is influenced by both natural aging and various lifestyle factors. Our expert explains the numerous signs of low testosterone and how to effectively treat this condition.  Guests: Lisa Fasone, physician assistant, Northwestern MedicineHost: Greg JohnsonProducers: Kristen Farrah Medical Notes: A New Form Of Primary Care, The Hidden Risk Of Suicide, And How To Maintain Muscle StrengthHost: Maayan Voss de BettancourtProducer: Kristen Farrah Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Male Menopause: How To Combat Your Natural Decline In TestosteroneWhile menopause is a well-known milestone for women, men experience a similar age-related decline in testosterone often referred to as ‘andropause'. This process typically begins around age 40 and is influenced by both natural aging and various lifestyle factors. Our expert explains the numerous signs of low testosterone and how to effectively treat this condition.Guests: Lisa Fasone, physician assistant, Northwestern MedicineHost: Greg JohnsonProducers: Kristen Farrah Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Predator's Playbook: How To Identify And Prevent Child Sexual AbuseChild abuse is a sobering reality often perpetrated by trusted individuals rather than strangers. To successfully exploit a child, predators rely on a specific playbook to gain access, trust, and secrecy. Our expert this week explains how parents can help dismantle these opportunities without needing to resort to overprotective parenting styles.Guests: Dr. Bronwen Carroll, pediatric emergency medicine physician, Boston Medical Center, assistant professor of pediatrics, Boston UniversityHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducer: Polly Hansen  Why Are Kidney Stones Skyrocketing In Young Girls?Kidney stones, historically associated with middle-aged men, are now being diagnosed at an increasing rate in young girls. Though stones can remain undetected for years, they often cause extreme pain and nausea once they move into the ureter. Our expert discusses treatment options and possible reasons we're seeing more cases in younger patients.  Guests: Dr. Greg Tasain, attending pediatric urologist, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, professor of surgery, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine  Host: Greg JohnsonProducers: Kristen Farrah Medical Notes: The Shocking Veteran Suicide Trends, The Best Time To Induce Labor, And The Mental Health Of College StudentsThe tides may finally be turning on veteran suicide. A new treatment for seizures may soon be possible without the need for invasive brain surgery. When it comes to inducing labor, success may be all in the timing. The stigma surrounding mental health on campus is fading. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 The Predator's Playbook: How To Identify And Prevent Child Sexual AbuseChild abuse is a sobering reality often perpetrated by trusted individuals rather than strangers. To successfully exploit a child, predators rely on a specific playbook to gain access, trust, and secrecy. Our expert this week explains how parents can help dismantle these opportunities without needing to resort to overprotective parenting styles.Guests: Dr. Bronwen Carroll, pediatric emergency medicine physician, Boston Medical Center, assistant professor of pediatrics, Boston UniversityHost: Elizabeth Westfield.Producer: Polly Hansen.      Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Has Modern Technology Killed Evolution?  Modern advancements allow us to live in extreme environments and survive conditions that would've once  been fatal. Do these technological leaps mean our species has finally bypassed the ancient laws of biological evolution? Our expert explains how our unique development might actually be working in harmony with these environmental pressures rather than against them.Guest: Steve Reilly, PhD, assistant professor of genetics, Yale School of Medicine The Schizophrenia Spectrum: Early Warning Signs And Vague Symptoms  While Hollywood often portrays schizophrenia in its most extreme form, the actual progression of the disorder is much different than what we see on screen. This week, our expert explains why these symptoms are frequently misdiagnosed, how they can affect anyone under the right neurological conditions, and why identifying early warning signs is the most effective way to change the long-term outlook for patients.Guest: Dr. Christopher Correll, professor of psychiatry, Zucker School of Medicine, chief medical officer, MedLin Medical Notes: How Cancer Hijacks Our Internal Clock, The Dangers Of Dirt, And Is Alcohol Ever Good For You?  How cancer hijacks our internal clock. Why we should be wary of dirt. Science may have found a cure for nightmares. Is alcohol ever good for you? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Has Modern Technology Killed Evolution?  Modern advancements allow us to live in extreme environments and survive conditions that would've once  been fatal. Do these technological leaps mean our species has finally bypassed the ancient laws of biological evolution? Our expert explains how our unique development might actually be working in harmony with these environmental pressures rather than against them.Guests: Steve Reilly, PhD, assistant professor of genetics, Yale School of MedicineHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducer: Kristen Farrah Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Iron Culture, Eric Helms and Eric Trexler discuss the recent changes to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) and the implications of these updates. They begin by addressing the shift in their podcast schedule, emphasizing the importance of mental health and balance in their work. The conversation then transitions into a detailed analysis of the new dietary guidelines, highlighting the complexities of the process behind their formulation. Helms critiques the influence of corporate interests and the political landscape on the DGAs, while also acknowledging the positive aspects of the new recommendations, particularly the increased emphasis on protein intake. The hosts explore the historical context of dietary guidelines, the evolution of public health messaging, and the challenges of effectively communicating nutritional advice to the public. In this episode, Eric Helms and MASS Research delve into the complexities of the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs), discussing the implications of the visual representation of food groups and the recommendations for protein, fats, and processed foods. They critique the new guidelines for their lack of clarity and potential confusion, particularly regarding the emphasis on whole foods versus processed foods. The conversation highlights the disconnect between the written guidelines and their visual representation, which may mislead the public about healthy eating patterns. They also explore the political influences on these guidelines and how they may affect vulnerable populations, particularly in school lunch programs and social assistance programs. If you're in the market for some lifting gear or apparel, be sure to check out EliteFTS.com (and use our code "MRR10" for a 10% discount) Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Schedule Changes 07:15 The Dietary Guidelines Controversy 20:56 Understanding the Formation of Dietary Guidelines 32:30 The Influence of Food Industries on Guidelines 33:38 The Role of the Second Committee 43:49 Changes in Protein Recommendations 44:19 The Inverted Pyramid and Dietary Miscommunication 59:55 Understanding Fats in the New Guidelines 01:09:17 The Role of Full-Fat Dairy in Heart Health 01:15:06 Alcohol Consumption: New Guidelines Explained 01:21:52 Processed Foods and Public Health Implications 01:25:03 The Impact of Dietary Guidelines on Vulnerable Populations 01:30:34 Conclusions and Future Directions in Nutrition Guidelines

As 2025 draws to a close, millions of Americans stand at the edge of a healthcare cliff. Sister Mary Haddad, President and CEO of the Catholic Health Association, returns to The Healthy Project to sound the alarm on an urgent policy crisis that threatens to undermine healthcare access for working families nationwide.Following the passage of major Medicaid cuts in July that will affect 10 million people, enhanced premium tax credits under the Affordable Care Act are set to expire at the end of the year. The result? An estimated 4.2 million more Americans are losing coverage, with millions facing dramatic cost increases. For rural communities already struggling with limited resources, the impact could be devastating.This episode examines the intersection of healthcare policy, economic justice, and human dignity. Sister Mary draws on Catholic social teaching to frame healthcare access not merely as a policy preference but as a moral imperative rooted in the inherent worth of every person. She offers a clear-eyed assessment of how hospital closures, emergency department overcrowding, and the loss of telehealth flexibilities create a perfect storm threatening the most vulnerable among us.Beyond diagnosis, this conversation explores solutions. What must Congress do immediately? How can healthcare systems balance mission-driven care with financial sustainability? What role should everyday citizens play in advocacy? And perhaps most importantly: what does hope look like when systems are breaking down?In This Episode:The Immediate CrisisUnderstanding the connection between July's Medicaid cuts and expiring tax creditsWhy 4.2 million working Americans face losing coverageThe "sticker shock" families are experiencing during open enrollmentCongressional gridlock and the December deadlineRural Healthcare Under PressureLower median incomes meeting higher insurance costsThe competitive disadvantage of rural insurance marketsHospital closures and service reductions on the horizonThe hidden costs: hotel stays and hours-long drives for basic careEmergency Departments as Safety NetWhy ERs become primary care when coverage disappearsThe economic burden of treating delayed, acute conditionsFederal mandates and the impossible position of hospitalsTriage challenges when systems are overwhelmedThe Telehealth QuestionHow COVID revealed telehealth's essential roleTemporary extensions vs. permanent policy solutionsAccess equity and the digital divideReal stories from rural South DakotaMoral Framework & AdvocacyHealthcare as inseparable from human dignityOperating as a "ministry that functions as a business"The responsibility of citizens to engage with the governmentMoving from despair to concrete actionLooking ForwardStrengthening existing coverage systemsThe critical need for primary care investmentAcknowledging that U.S. healthcare is "broken"Building coalitions across providers, payers, and governmentSister Mary's perspective is particularly vital for those interested in the social determinants of health, healthcare economics, policy advocacy, and faith-based approaches to social justice. Her framing of hope as "concrete actions" rather than abstract aspiration offers a powerful counter-narrative to policy fatalism.Guest: Sister Mary Haddad, RSM, President & CEO, Catholic Health Association of the United StatesResources: Learn more and take action: www.chausa.orgShow Notes:July 2025: "One Big Beautiful Bill" passes with major Medicaid cuts affecting 10M peoplePremium tax credits expiring December 31, 20254.2 million Americans projected to lose coverage without extensionRural areas particularly vulnerable due to limited market competitionTelehealth flexibilities extended only through January 31, 2026Emergency departments face increased burden as primary care access shrinksCatholic social teaching emphasizes healthcare access as fundamental human rightRelated Episodes: June 2025 - Medicaid at a Crossroads: A Conversation with Sr. Mary Haddad (Part 1)About The Healthy Project: The Healthy Project explores the systems, policies, and people shaping health and healthcare in America. Host Corey Dion Lewis brings thoughtful conversations about how we can build a healthier, more equitable future. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of The Smart Human Podcast, host Aly welcomes Dr. Robin Mesnage, a toxicologist and research fellow at King's College London, to discuss the toxicology and pharmacology of glyphosate, commonly known as Roundup. The conversation delves into the effects of glyphosate on the microbiome and cellular health, vulnerable periods of exposure, and ways to reduce exposure. Dr. Mesnage also shares insights from a significant 2025 rat study highlighting the carcinogenicity of glyphosate. The discussion extends to the broader implications of pesticide use on human health, food safety, and agricultural practices. Practical tips for reducing exposure to glyphosate and other chemicals at home are also provided. 00:00 Introduction to the Smart Human Podcast 00:50 Meet Dr. Robin Mesnage: Toxicologist and Research Fellow 01:31 Groundbreaking Glyphosate Study 02:27 Study Design and Findings 03:36 Implications of Glyphosate on Human Health 10:20 Glyphosate in Agriculture and Its Widespread Use 17:04 Glyphosate's Impact on the Gut Microbiome 20:58 Daily Exposure to Glyphosate 24:06 Protecting Vulnerable Populations 26:21 Environmental and Airborne Exposure 29:33 The Glyphosate Controversy: Legal Battles and Health Concerns 32:34 The Impact of Glyphosate on Agriculture and Sustainability 36:24 Organic Farming and Certification Standards 39:14 Practical Tips to Reduce Glyphosate Exposure 51:59 The Importance of Healthy Lifestyle and Vulnerable Populations 53:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This episode explores how technology and healthcare intersect. We talk with Jhonatan Bringas Dimitriades, MD, CEO of Lapsi Health, about Keikku, the first FDA-cleared smart stethoscope with an AI scribe. You will hear how this tool impacts clinical workflows, patient communication, and the broader healthcare system.Key points covered • How clinicians use AI during real-world visits • Measurable time savings in documentation • Data privacy and HIPAA/GDPR compliance • Effects on clinician burnout and emotional fatigue • Future applications of AI in public health and care settings • Skills health professionals need as tech advancesWhy it matters • You see how AI tools shape medical decision-making and patient engagement • You get insight into how tech adoption fits into social systems and workplace culture • You hear practical examples that support ongoing conversations in public health and social scienceThink about this • How does technology influence trust in the patient-provider relationship? • What skills will workers need as AI expands in healthcare? • What policies should protect patients and providers as these tools grow?Listen and reflect on how innovation, behavior, culture, and care systems interact.Resources Mentioned:Website: https://www.keikku.health/Connect with Jhonatan: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/XPhysician burnout researchStay Connected & Support the Show:Want to keep up with conversations like this that challenge the status quo and center community voices? Sign up for The Healthy Project newsletter at www.healthyproject.co for exclusive insights, resources, and updates you won't want to miss.Love what you're hearing? Support independent podcasting that prioritizes truth over trends. Join THP+ for just $5/month and get bonus content, early access to episodes, and the satisfaction of knowing you're fueling more conversations that matter.Visit www.healthyproject.co to subscribe and support today. ★ Support this podcast ★