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Navigating Post-Graduation Pressure in Public Health
27 Jan 2026
00:04:09
Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast addresses the pressures faced by graduates as they transition into the public health workforce. He emphasizes the importance of navigating this phase with intention rather than rushing into job applications.
Omari encourages listeners to define their personal anchors, choose guiding themes for their career journey, and focus on commitments that shape their actions. He advocates for a sustainable job search strategy and highlights the value of mentorship and support during this critical time.
256: Falling Into Public Health: How an Unexpected Path Led to a Global Health Consulting Career with Nadia Tekkal, MSPH, MS
20 Jan 2026
01:14:16
Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast welcomes Nadia Tekkal, an independent public health consultant based in Dubai.
Nadia shares her unique journey through five countries, highlighting how her diverse experiences have shaped her understanding of public health. She emphasizes the importance of cultural context in health, noting that health is influenced by more than just access to services; it encompasses the environment and societal norms. Nadia also discusses her transition to freelancing, motivated by a desire for flexibility to balance her professional and personal life, especially as a mother. She reflects on the challenges and rewards of consulting, including the importance of networking and building trust with clients.
Chapters: @0:00 Introduction to Nadia Tekkal and Her Journey @5:33 Cultural Insights from Global Living @8:42 The Transition to Freelance Consulting @11:26 Exploring Project Interests in Public Health @14:31 Skills for Success in Global Health Consulting @17:40 Misconceptions in Global Health Consulting @20:42 Equity-Centered Design in Health Projects @23:25 Identifying Your Niche as a Consultant @38:15 Finding Your Motivation in Public Health @39:42 Understanding Public Health: A Personal Perspective @41:35 The Journey to Public Health: From English to Health @43:32 Career Transitions: From Teaching to Conference Production @48:23 First Encounter with Public Health: A Project Manager's Role @52:45 The Importance of Experience in Public Health @53:42 Pursuing Further Education: The Master's Journey @57:28 Consulting in Health Infrastructure Development @1:00:30 Challenges of Freelancing in Public Health @1:02:47 Advice for Aspiring Public Health Professionals @1:04:14 Starting a Consulting Career: Key Insights @1:07:54 Resources for Public Health Professionals @1:12:42 Trusting Your Unconventional Path
251: Mindset, Mentorship, and Making Impact: Thriving in Public Health with Brittaney Jenkins, BS, CHES
11 Nov 2025
00:57:54
Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Brittaney Jenkins, BS, CHES.
In this episode, Public Health Consultant and CEO of Jenkins Public Health Consulting, Brittaney Jenkins, BS, CHES, shares her 20-year journey from local health educator to entrepreneur.
She dives into the importance of chronic disease prevention, how mindset and mentorship shape career growth, and why nonprofits can offer stable, impactful opportunities. Brittaney also opens up about balancing motherhood, leadership, and purpose-driven work.
Tune in for actionable advice on career advancement, consulting, and creating meaningful impact in public health.
Chapters: @0:00 Introduction to Public Health Consulting @7:50 The Five-Step Community Impact Framework @11:02 Challenges in Nonprofit Organizations @13:54 Sustainability and Impact in Consulting @17:08 Chronic Disease Prevention and Its Importance @20:14 The Role of a Mompreneur @23:01 Mentorship and Workforce Development @24:21 Public Health Perspectives and Academic Pathway @28:43 Career Beginnings and Growth in Public Health @31:02 Networking and Building Relationships @33:44 Skills Development and Certifications @35:37 Transitioning to Leadership Roles @37:33 Overcoming Educational Barriers @39:37 The Value of Nonprofit Work @40:57 The Courage to Start a Business @42:44 Daily Life as a CEO @45:56 Rewards and Challenges in Public Health @48:28 Advice for Aspiring Consultants @51:14 Unexpected Lessons in Public Health @51:58 Furious Five: Quickfire Questions
Climate change is the most pressing threat to human health that our world faces today. Some groups of people, including communities of color and low-income neighborhoods, are disproportionately impacted by climate change. They face decades of limited investment in their health and increased pollution in their neighborhoods. We need swift action to lessen the health impacts of climate change. Now is the time to act. Actions should come from and with communities.
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We know that where we live – where we eat, sleep, work, play, learn and pray – can have a huge effect on our health. But what makes a neighborhood healthy? Having safe places to live, without hazards or pollution. Having safe ways for everyone to be active, like sidewalks, and safe places to bike. Having easy access to fresh, affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate food. When our neighborhoods are healthy, we have the building blocks for healthy lives.
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About: The Public Health Millennial supports students and professionals in learning, navigating, and transforming their public health careers. We share online resources through our Public Health Careers podcast, blog articles, social media content, and community support.
Civic engagement, the actions that we and our communities take to identify and address problems, shapes our opportunities to be healthy. By taking actions to get more civically engaged, like voting, we exercise our right to make decisions about our communities, like whether our neighborhoods have walkable sidewalks, how much funding goes to reproductive health clinics in our states and how prepared the nation’s infrastructure is for future pandemics and disasters.
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About: The Public Health Millennial supports students and professionals in learning, navigating, and transforming their public health careers. We share online resources through our Public Health Careers podcast, blog articles, social media content, and community support.
191: Promoting Health Education & Literacy for Historically Marginalized Communities with Nia Smart, BS
01 Apr 2024
01:15:35
Public Health Careers podcast episode with Nia Smart 🎯 Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned: Full Shownotes 🧠 Join our public health community at: ➡ Join
Nia Smart is Founder & CEO of Smart Public Health Consulting where they are Increasing Health Education and Health Literacy in Underserved and Underrepresented Communities.
She also works as Collaborator + Consultant at WE Public Health LLC.
Nia is driven by her passion for promoting health equity for historically marginalized communities and is a seasoned public health professional with a proven track record of collaborating with federal, state, and local partners to address critical health disparities.
She conferred a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Pre-occupational Therapy Studies at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.
In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about... 1. How Nia created a business to address health literacy and education for historically marginalized communities 2. Navigating her public health career with a bachelors in health sciences 3. How the CDC Public Health Associate Program helped build her network, resume, and interest in public health 4. How COVID gaps led her to start her consulting business, Smart Public Health Consulting
And much much more!
Chapters: @0:00 Trailer @2:37 How do you identify & tell us a little about your personal background? @4:32 increasing health education and literacy in historically marginalized communities @8:41 What does public health mean to you? @10:41 AD BMCH @11:43 AD Join Community @12:27 B.S in Health Sciences, Pre-occupation Therapy Studies at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University @14:58 Certified Nursing Assistant at Heritage Care & Rehab & Hopewell Senior Care @16:45 Any undergrad takeaway(s)? @20:29 Certified Nursing Assistant (PRN_ AT Interim Home Health and Hospice Texas) @22:13 Public Health Associate at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention @34:48 Adolescent and Adult Immunization Coordinator at New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services @44:40 [promotion] to Immunization Outreach & Contract Coordinator @50:09 Vaccine Program Manager at CDC Foundation @52:48 [promotion] to Access and Inclusion Project Manager @55:47 Founder & CEO of Smart Public Health Consulting @1:08:30 Where can people connect with you and where would you like to see yourself in the future?
190: Journey to Equity and Public Health Consultant | Desiree Strickland, DrPH, MPH
26 Mar 2024
01:36:52
Public Health Careers podcast episode with Desiree Strickland, DrPH, MPH 🎯 Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned: Full Shownotes Sign up for the 2024 Black Maternal Health Conference: Click Here
Dr. Desiree Strickland, DrPH, MPH is Founder and CEO of Strickland Health Consulting, LLC and Young Black and Professional. She is also Adjunct Faculty at South University.
She is an entrepreneur and experienced public health practitioner with 10+ years of experience administering and developing public health programs and activities on the community, state, and federal level.
She conferred a Bachelor Degree in exercise science and another in Family & Child Sciences at Florida State University. Then a Master of Public Health at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. Then a Doctor of Public Health at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.
In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about... 1. How she became an expert consultant and tips for you to navigate consulting 2. Talks about the pros and cons of dual enrollment in high school and why she pursued a double major in her undergrad 3. Highlights the importance of professional development for young colored professionals to find success 4. The difference in experience studying going from a PWI to a HBCU
And much more!
Chapters: @0:00 Trailer @3:54 How do you identify & tell us a little about your personal background? @5:12 What are some of the main challenges and solutions while working with Black Professionals? @10:13 Talk about health equity focused trainings and workforce development @14:49 Public Health Club? @22:53 What does public health mean to you? @24:40 Bachelor Degree in exercise science and another Family & Child Sciences at Florida State University 10-14 @33:47 Any undergrad takeaway(s)? @40:26 Medical Assistant at Magnolia Family Medicine @47:38 Doctor of Public Health at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University @54:56 Various Job Positions During Doctorate Studies @1:01:56 DrPH Takeaways @1:04:51 Health Policy Analyst II at CDC @1:12:49 Project Manager - managing health equity focused CDC projects @1:17:05 Founder and CEO of Young Black and Professional @1:22:40 Adjunct Professor at South University @1:25:47 Where can people connect with you and where would you like to see yourself in the future? @1:28:11 The Furious Five
189: Collectivism For Health & Bridging Health Equity Gaps | Wanji Banda, MPH
19 Mar 2024
01:17:59
Public Health Careers podcast episode with Wanji Banda, MPH 🎯 Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned: Full Episode Sign up for the 2024 Black Maternal Health Conference: Click Here
Wanji is a Program and Outreach Manager at Elevated Co, a Healthcare Manager at Hollymead Rehab, and a Chapter Chair with Sisters in Public Health.
She is a motivated and result-oriented public health professional with a background in Biomedical sciences, Healthcare finance management, and Nonprofit partnership development.
Born and raised in Zambia, Wanji’s passion stems from growing up in a healthcare system that has been unable to provide high-quality, culturally appropriate healthcare services. And now she is committed to implementing change and bridging health equity and inequality gaps.
In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about
How she navigated success in her career switching from pre-med to public health as an immigrant to the US
An immigrant’s perspective on public health and health systems
How she was able to leverage an internship with SIPH to become a chapter chair
How education looks different in the US vs Zambia and the individualism vs collectivism experienced
How being a medical scribe shifted her mind on wanting to pursue public health
And much more
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@0:00 Trailer @2:39 How do you identify & tell us a little about your personal background? @9:17 Talk about the Black Mothers Stories initiative @13:24 Collectivism culture in the US and in Zambia? @15:38 What does public health mean to you? @16:23 AD 2024 Black Maternal Health Conference @17:31 Associates Degree in Biology at Alvin Community College @22:25 Bachelor's degree at Sam Houston State University (14-17) @24:57 Any undergrad takeaway(s)? @27:00 Medical Scribe Trainer at Houston Methodist @34:01 Master of Public Health at Baylor University (19-22) @39:20 Intern at Sisters in Public Health @43:30 Assistant Healthcare Manager - Finance at Hollymead Rehab @49:53 Takeaways? @51:28 Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter Chair at Sisters in Public Health @57:02 Program and Outreach Manager at Elevated Co @1:01:16 Global Health Corps Fellow @1:04:28 Where can people connect with you and where would you like to see yourself in the future? @1:07:43 The Furious Five
188: Intersection of Emergency Services, Public health, and Climate Change | Ajay Persaud, MPH, CPH
12 Mar 2024
01:20:34
Public Health Careers podcast episode with Ajay Persaud, MPH, CPH 🎯 Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned: Full Shownotes 🧠 Join our public health community at: ➡ Join Community
Ajay is a Climate & Crisis Preparedness Senior Program Associate at the National Network of Public Health Institutes.
He seeks to advance public health disaster preparedness and climate change resiliency in underserved communities across the United States. Having a background in Exercise Science and Emergency Services before focusing more on environmental health and the intersection with public health.
He conferred a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science at The George Washington University. Then a Master of Public Health in Environmental and Occupational Health at The George Washington University.
1. In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about 2. The intersection of emergency services, public health, and climate change 3. Why diversity of experience and hearing ‘no’s are important 4. Journey from working as an EMT to focusing on prevention and populations through public health
And much much more!
Chapters: @0:00 Trailer @2:42 How do you identify & tell us a little about your personal background? @5:46 Volunteer in the hospital during high school @8:10 Talk more about the intersection of emergence services and public health? @14:24 Takeaways from EMT @23: 44 What does public health mean to you? @26:01 BS in Kinesiology and Exercise Science at The George Washington University (minor in Emergency Health Services) 15-19 @33:26 Jobs & Internships during undergrad @43:44 Any undergrad takeaway(s)? @46:23 MPH in Environmental and Occupational Health at The George Washington University 19-21 @59:50 Importance of Intersection of PH & Climate Change @1:04:57 Takeaways? @1:07:26 Climate & Crisis Preparedness Senior Program Associate at National Network of Public Health Institutes @1:09:42 Biggest Learning Curve & How did you Overcome them @1:12:54 Where can people connect with you and where would you like to see yourself in the future? @1:14:29 The Furious Five
187: Journey of Impact from Field Organizer to Senior Manager at Epilepsy Foundation with Alison Kukla, MPH
05 Mar 2024
01:11:30
Public Health Careers podcast episode with Alison Kukla 🎯 Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned: Full Shownotes
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Alison is the Senior Manager for Programs and Partnerships at the Epilepsy Foundation of America.
She is a result-oriented and accomplished manager with demonstrated success in managing projects, teams, events, building and maintaining relationships, and interacting with executives, leaders, and external partners.
She conferred a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, in Public Health at Youngstown State University. A Master of Public Health in Prevention Science at Emory University.
In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about 1. Building the organizing skillset going from a Field Organizer to a Campaign Manager 2. Working at the various roles at the White House leading her to realize her work resonated most with the Office of Public Engagement 3. How she uses her story of Epilepsy to help others and drive forward her professional role 4. Getting a grief recovery certificate to better support families in bereavement or suffering from grief
And much much more!
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Trailer @2:52 Identity and personal background @5:37 Impact of Organizing work @10:16 What was your favorite memory or story? @13:37 Motivation and main takeaways for the Grief Recovery Method Specialist certificate from The Grief Recovery Institute @16:47 What does public health mean to you? @18:20 Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, in Public Health at Youngstown State University 07-10 @24:03 Seizure during spring spring break, what was that like for you? @28:06 Intern and Campaign Manager Experience @33:24 Transition from being an intern to a campaign manager? @35:50 Any undergrad takeaway(s)? @37:12 The White House @43:45 US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) @46:52 Master of Public Health in Prevention Science at Emory University (16-18) @47:58 Population Health Coordinator at Virginia Department of Health @51:33 Takeaways? @53:17 Experience with Biden-Harris Transition Team @55:31 Program Manager at Epilepsy Foundation @57:02 Senior Manager, Programs and Partnerships @1:01:48 What does advocacy in the Epilepsy Foundation look like? @1:06:30 Where can people connect with you and where would you like to see yourself in the future? @1:07:52 The Furious Five
186: Accelerating Health Initiatives Through Design and Public Health with Meaghan Kennedy, MPH
27 Feb 2024
01:29:14
Meaghan Kennedy is a Founder of Orange Sparkle Ball Inc where they are an innovation and impact consultancy that accelerates initiatives in the private and public sector and works with both domestic and global partners.
Meaghan’s experiences intersect innovation, public health, and social entrepreneurship. After an epidemiology research career at CDC, she founded Orange Sparkle Ball.
She conferred a Bachelors of physiology at Alma College. A Master of Public Health at Emory University.
In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about 1. Innovation, social entrepreneurship, and public health 2. Why the conflict between public health and industrial design leads innovative and impactful work 3. The importance of design thinking for quick, directional, and iterative work 4. Transitioning from an Epidemiologist at CDC to starting her own social entrepreneurship firm
Chapters @0:00 Episode Trailer @1:59 Identity and personal background @9:09 Intersection of innovation and social entrepreneurship @15:44 Judge and Mentor for Global Social Venture Competition @19:33 What is public health mean? @20:42 Bachelor of Psychology at Alma College @25:59 Masters of Public Health at Emory University @27:00 Any internships or pivotal experiences? @35:37 Epidemiologist at CDC @43:41 Founded Orange Sparkle Ball, Inc after the CDC @49:05 What does design feedback look like? @56:11 What did services look like when you started? @1:00:53 What has the progression of the org look like from them to now? @1:06:03 Tips on visual communication @1:12:27 Founder of Spark Corps @1:19:25 What do you enjoy the most about being the founder @1:22:50 The Furious Five
S2E2: Pediatric Care Inequities and Electronic Health Records Inequities | Health Equity Monday
26 Feb 2024
00:24:37
On Season 2, Episode 2 of Health Equity Mondays, we talk about: - Pediatric care and health inequities - Electronic health records and health inequities
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Chapters: @0:00 Episode Intro @0:14 Episode Topics @0:28 Check-ins @4:22 Pediatric and Health Inequities @8:42 Promo break @9:46 Electronic health records and health inequities @19:53 Health Equity in Action
The conversation focuses on the critical impact of the government shutdown on SNAP benefits, highlighting the struggles faced by millions of Americans relying on food assistance. It discusses the severe cuts to SNAP, the implications for families and local economies, and emphasizes the importance of community action and support for food justice initiatives. Resources for assistance and upcoming community events are also shared to encourage engagement and advocacy.
Chapters: @0:00 The Impact of Government Shutdown on SNAP Benefits @1:42 The Consequences of SNAP Cuts on Families @4:22 Community Support and Resources for Food Assistance @6:27 Taking Care of Yourself and Public Health Initiatives
185: Helping Organizations Give A Damn About Employee Mental Wellbeing with Jennice Chewlin, MPH, CHES
20 Feb 2024
01:17:24
Jennice Chewlin, MPH, CHES is Founder and CEO of Chewlin Group. She helps companies who give a damn about the health + well-being of their workforce reduce stress, prevent burnout, and return to joy.
They designed an innovative model for workplace mental well-being by leveraging public health principles and positive psychology models.
She conferred a Bachelor of Psychology at Florida Atlantic University then conferred her Master of Public Health at Barry University.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Trailer @1:43 Jennice Chewlin, MPH, CHES Introduction @3:22 Identify and Personal Background @4:44 Helping Organizations Give A Damn About Employee Mental Wellbeing @9:25 Innovative Workplace Model @12:18 Why We Must Amplify Joy @15:50 Working with Values Aligned Organizations @17:58 What is Public Health? @20:05 Bachelors of Psychology at Florida Atlantic University @21:32 Office Manager at Family Physician Services, Inc @23:20 Learning about public health @25:00 Undergraduate Takeaways @27:37 Master of Public Health at Barry University @33:34 Creating your own vision for you life and career @35:30 Join Our Community @36:05 Internship Internship, Directors of Health Promotion and Education, Broward County Health Department @38:10 American Public Health Association Conference @39:25 Finding her field in public health and learning where to get into public health @42:45 Program Manager at American Lung Association @46:50 Senior Health Educator at Broward County Health Department @50:55 Program Consultant at Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands @58:20 Sandy Hook Presenter at Sandy Hook Promise @1:01:42 Health Educator at Large Insurance Company @1:04:05 Advice to be More Effective Health Educators @1:06:35 Chewlin Group @1:09:45 Connect & Future Prediction @1:10:38 The Furious Five @1:16:42 Episode Outro
184: Building Collaborative Community-Based Implementation Strategies with Stephanie Moxley, MPH
13 Feb 2024
01:28:49
Stephanie is the CEO and Founder at Moxley Public Health where they work with hospitals, health departments and other organizations to collect and transform data into actionable results.
She is a mom of 4 daughters. She is a public health professional passionate about understanding communities and facilitating the improvement of that community's health.
She conferred a Bachelors in Sociology from Hunter College. Worked as a Co-coordinator & health educator at Bronx AIDS Services before getting her Master of Public Health degree at Boston University.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Trailer @6:02 Personal Identify and Story @7:34 Being a mom and public health entrepreneurship @8:50 Starting Moxley Public Health @10:18 Jamaican Blue Mountains Project @16:20 Community Health Needs Assessment in JA @25:51 AD: Join Community Waitlist To Be A Founder @26:36 What is Public Health? @28:39 Bachelors of Arts at Hunter College @32:50 Religion Minor @34:50 Undergrad takeaways @36:01 Co-coordinator & Health Educator at Bronx AIDS Services @41:13 Choosing public health and MPH at Boston University @46:54 Experiences during Boston University @49:30 Finding out what to do after MPH @53:50 MPH Takeaways @55:20 Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Consultant at Logan County @56:56 Grant Review Panelist at Office of Women’s Health, Department of Health and Human Services @59:28 Public Health Consultant at John Snow Inc @1:01:42 AD: Join Community Waitlist To Be A Founder @1:02:56 Founding Moxley Public Health @1:10:50 Growth of Moxley Public Heath @1:31:35 Enjoy most about consulting @1:17:56 Future of Moxley Public Health @1:19:34 The Furious Five @1:28:15 Signing out
Parasol Health Consulting aims to create better health and public health programs under the umbrella of science and strategy. They cover public health needs through design, education, strategy, training, speaking engagements, and partnership development.
Dr. Ranelle Brew has a combined 25+ years of higher education, management, online teaching, research, training, and public health practice experience.
Diana Yassanye began practicing public health 29 years ago. She thrives when providing organizational leadership and partnership coordination.
Chapters @0:00 Episode Trailer @1:38 Introductions @4:01 Welcome Guest @4:44 Identify and personal backgrounds @5:45 Centering family while working @8:13 Preparing the next generation of public health professionals @10:23 Leading the federal retail pharmacy program at CDC @13:22 Founding Parasol Health Consulting @23:30 Building the partnerships @27:00 What is public health? @29:50 Community Waitlist @30:58 Dr. Ranelle Brews Career Journey @37:02 President of two association organization @40:52 Progression of roles in academia @46:00 Diana Yassanye Career Journey @52:39 Advice for navigating CDC @54:10 Government Ethics @56:55 Growing Parasol Health Consulting @59:31 Opportunities in consulting going forward @1:02:43 Community waitlist @1:03:24 Lessons from consulting @1:07:36 The Furious Five @1:12:22 Housekeeping items & thank you
182: Practice Based Evidence & Implementation Science with Dr. Jasel Martin, DrPH, MS, MBA, CHES
30 Jan 2024
01:19:45
Dr. Jasel Martin, DrPH, MS, MBA, CHES is an Implementation Science Research Program Manager at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
She is an author, 3x entrepreneur, health promotion, health disparities & policy lecturer, Black wellness content creator, health diversity & community health expert, clinical nutritionist, and clinical exercise physiologist.
She conferred a Bachelor of Biology at Oakwood University, A Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration at University of Phoenix. Then pursued a Master of Science in Exercise Science at Georgia State University, Clinical Internship in Clinical Exercise Physiology at Emory University. And lastly got her Doctor of Public Health at Loma Linda University.
Chapters @0:00 Episode Teaser @1:46 Dr. Jasel Martin, DrPH, MS, MBA, CHES Introduction @3:24 Episode highlights @3:55 Welcome guest @4:35 Identify and personal background @5:28 Bridge gap to real world health challenges @8:33 Fundamental of theory in practice @11:01 Practice Based Evidence @14:20 Moving health equity forward @19:27 Blue Zones and public health @27:20 What is public health? @29:26 Bachelors in Biology at Oakwood University @32:45 Undergrad takeaways @35:00 Dental School not being right choice @37:50 Making decision to pursue MBA at University of Phoenix @39:10 Medical Services Specialist at Georgia Department of Humans @41:49 MBA Takeaways @42:43 Master of Science in Fitness and Health Promotion at Georgia State University @46:15 Health Scientist at CDC @48:55 Deciding to get a DrPH at Loma Linda University @51:50 DrPH vs PhD perspective @53:00 Several roles at Andrews University 54:25 Postdoc at University of Maryland @56:55 Roles after Postdoctoral @1:00:02 Executive Program Director at Colorado Technical University @1:02:43 Implementation Science Program Manger at UT Southwestern Medical Center @1:06:40 Connect with Dr. Jasel Martin, DrPH, MS, MBA, CHES @1:07:30 The importance of wellness in life @1:10:00 VIV Wellness Academy @1:11:25 The Furious Five @1:19:07 Housekeeping
181: Positive Frameworks for Black Women’s Sexual Health & Wellbeing with Shemeka Thorpe, Ph.D
23 Jan 2024
01:03:00
Shemeka Thorpe, Ph.D is Assistant Professor in Health Promotion at University of Kentucky. She is an award winning sex educator, researcher, and trained public health practitioner. She focuses her research on Black women’s sexual wellbeing using sex positive frameworks.
She is also the Co-Founder of The Minority Sex Report where their mission is to provide representation of Black and Native American people within sexuality education.
She conferred a Bachelor Human Development and Family Studies at University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Masters of Science in Family and Child Sciences at Florida State University. And a PhD in Community Health Education at University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode teaser @0:51 welcome to Public Health Careers @1:23 Dr. Shemeka Thorpe, PhD, MS @2:45 Welcome to the show @3:00 Identify and personal background @3:43 Black women wellbeing x sex positive frameworks @6:31 Thought process for career @8:00 How to research taboo public health topics @8:50 #HotGirlScience @11:30 Building a community online @13:49 #MakeResearchRelevant @14:33 Community Invite @15:14 What is public health? @16:00 Bachelors of Human Development & Family Studies at UNCG @18:10 Triad Child Study @20:25 Undergraduate takeaways @23:34 Master of Sciences in Family and Child Sciences at FSU @26:05 Advice for looking at research @29:40 Master program takeaways @30:35 PhD thought process @33:20 Learning about public health @35:37 MS Family & Child Science vs MPH @35:20 PhD in Community Health Education at UNCG @36:47 Career path for MS Family & Child Sciences programs @37:30 Experiences during PhD @38:35 Co-Founding The Minority Sex Report @43:50 PhD takeaways @45:46 Post-doc Research Fellowship at University of Kentucky @51:40 Assistant Professor at University of Kentucky @56:05 Advice to share insights on social media @57:20 Connection + future predictions @58:47 Join our Community @59:28 The Furious Five @1:02:45 Checking out
180: Public Health AmeriCorps: Addressing the Nation’s Public Health Workforce Crisis with AJ Pearlman, JD
16 Jan 2024
01:13:48
AJ Pearlman, JD is Director, Public Health AmeriCorps.
They are addressing the public health needs of our nation by advancing more equitable health outcomes for underserved communities, and gain onsite experience for future careers in health and medicine
She’s a results-driven health care policy and management professional with a proven ability to strategically set and achieve organizational goals and solve problems as they arise. Passionate about improving access to health care for all people, including children and youth, and developing future leaders to serve in social justice movements.
AJ joined the AmeriCorps from the Department of Health and Human Services, where she served as the chief of staff for COVID-19 response, leading efforts across the department to address and respond to the pandemic. And before this she served as the health lead for the personnel appointments team in support of the Biden-Harris Presidential transition.
She conferred a Bachelor in Psychology at University of California, Los Angeles and her Juris Doctor at Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.
Chapters @0:00 Episode Teaser @1:31 AJ Pearlman Introduction @4:19 Identify and personal background @5:00 Successes for Public Health AmeriCorp @9:05 What are the benefits of Public Health AmeriCorp? @13:30 Challenges with public health workforce @15:30 Making connection between policy and health @22:20 How can we advocate for more policy solutions? @23:39 Promo: Join Community Waitlist @24:21 What is public health? @25:32 Bachelors in Psychology at University of California @30:22 Undergraduate takeaways @31:13 Pursuing a law degree at @33:22 Internships during law degree @37:24 Roles after law school @40:42 Perspective on shifting to new career opportunities @42:22 Let’s Move at Office of the First Lady, The White House @45:27 4 Positions at Department at Health and Human Services @49:57 Director of City partnerships at KABOOM! @53:49 Health Lead for Biden and Harris Transition Team @56:22 Chief of Staff to Covid-19 Response Team DHHS @59:27 Promo: Community Waitlist @1:00:00 Navigating Public Health Career @1:02:35 Director of Public Health AmeriCorp @1:08:30 Connect and Future Predictions @1:09:40 The Furious Five
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Intro @2:45 The health disparities behind popular weight loss drugs @11:48 Promo Break @14:05 Survey on Racism, Discrimination, and Health Survey @27:48 Winner of Health Equity in Action @29:09 Health Equity In Action @32:45 Happy New Year
179: Leading Mobile Testing Efforts for COVID-19 In Philadelphia with Rabiah Asif, MPH
28 Nov 2023
01:02:07
Rabiah Asif, MPH is a Mobile Testing Supervisor at City of Philadelphia - Department of Public Health.
She has over five years of experience as a prevention practitioner and is a health equity advocate, a data driven innovator. She was awarded the 2022, top 25 Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health alumni.
She conferred a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Rutgers University with an additional health administration certificate and then got her Master of Public Health in Community Health and Prevention at Drexel University.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Teaser @1:30 Rabiah Asif, MPH @3:40 Identify and personal background @5:03 Contact Tracing During Covid19, a Systemic Public Health Failures @13:40 What is public health? @15:00 Bachelors in Public Health at Rutgers University @18:44 Mental health toll @21:45 Undergrad experiences @29:02 School Choice as first generation student @30:15 Undergrad takeaways @30:55 Project Assistant at Mathematica @32:33 Master of Public Health At Drexel University @34:13 MPH experiences @38:04 MPH Takeaways @40:45 Health Educator with Lawrence Township Health Department @44:00 Covid19 Response & Contact Tracing Coordinator at City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health @47:48 Mobile Testing Supervisor at City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health @50:10 Mobile Testing Presenting at APHA @55:56 Future predictions & connect @57:13 The Furious Five @1:01:45 Share, Like, Support
250: From Broadcast Journalism to Suicide Prevention Leader with Dr. Walker Tisdale III
28 Oct 2025
01:26:14
Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Dr. Walker Tisdale III.
In this episode, Dr. Walker Tisdale III—nationally recognized leader in suicide prevention and Director of Outreach at Johns Hopkins University—shares his powerful journey from broadcast journalism to public health leadership.
We dive into the evolving field of suicide prevention, the role of diversity and equity in mental health, and why community support and education are essential for saving lives. Dr. Tisdale also opens up about the importance of self-care for professionals, breaks down common misconceptions around suicide prevention, and offers practical advice for students and early-career public health professionals.
If you’re exploring a career in public health—or simply want to better understand how we can address mental health through public health frameworks—this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
Chapters: @0:00 Introduction to Dr. Walker Tisdale III @5:07 Journey into Suicide Prevention @7:52 The Importance of Diversity in Suicide Prevention @10:39 Understanding Suicide Prevention Techniques @13:48 Current State of Suicide Prevention in the US @16:41 Misconceptions About Suicide Prevention @19:21 The Role of Public Health in Suicide Prevention @22:09 Dr. Tisdale's Academic Journey @25:01 Experiences During the HIV/AIDS Epidemic @47:31 The Impact of Policy on Public Health @49:11 Innovative Approaches in Public Health Interventions @50:49 Navigating Public Health During the COVID Era @52:57 The Value of Ground-Level Expertise @58:06 Building a Statewide Suicide Prevention Strategy @1:02:37 Pursuing Advanced Education in Health Professions @1:08:42 Current Role and Responsibilities at Johns Hopkins @1:14:49 Creating a Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Framework @1:19:02 Self-Care and Motivation in Public Health Work @1:21:19 Advice for Aspiring Public Health Professionals
First US Infant Mortality Rise In 2 Decades & Wellness Industry Grows To $5.6+ Trillion | #HealthEquityMonday11
27 Nov 2023
00:34:06
In this month's episode of Health Equity Mondays (HEM), with co-hosts Jasmine Leonard aka Health Equity Jazz, MPH and Omari Richins, MPH, we talk about:
- First US Infant Mortality Rise In 2 Decades - Wellness Industry Grown To $5.6+ Trillion
The Global Wellness Industry is now worth $5.6 Trillion Global Wellness Economy Monitor: https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/the-2023-global-wellness-economy-monitor/ Global Wellness Blog: https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/global-wellness-institute-blog/2020/08/06/qa-dr-nicola-finley/
178: Preventing Drug Problems Using Policy and Strategic Planning with Dr. Annette Padilla, PhD, MPH, sMBA
21 Nov 2023
01:13:07
Dr. Annette Padilla, PhD, MPH, sMBA currently works as an Associate at Interim Public Management, Chair, Grants Committee US Dept Health & Human Services, Family and Youth Services Bureau, and a Substitute Teacher Pre-School & K-12 at Mesa Public Schools.
She is a drug problem prevention expert using policy and strategic planning to drive forward social justice.She is a Evaluator, Director, Leader, Federal, State, & Local Government Manager & Consultant, a Policy Scientist & Expert Strategic Planner. She conferred a Bachelor in health education then a Master of Public Health at San Diego State University. She got her PhD in Public Policy and Administration, Nonprofit Management and Leadership at Walden University.
Chapters: @0:00 episode teaser @1:56 Dr. Annette Padilla, PhD, MPH, sMBA Introduction @3:54 How you identify and personal background @5:02 Drug Policy Expertise @8:00 Insights working with diverse students @11:25 Strategic Planning tips @14:34 What is public health? @16:40 Bachelors in Health Education at San Diego State @20:35 Experiences during undergrad @22:50 Undergrad takeaways @25:40 Master of Public Health at San Diego State University @30:18 Experiences during MPH @32:45 Advice for working with elected officials @33:18 MPH takeaways @35:00 Director at YMCA of Orange County @39:30 Program Coordinator/Student Prevention Coordinator at California State University @41:31 Grassroots Organizer LA County @43:05 Training and technical assistance consultant at IPS @45:51 Data management specialist at SDSU Foundation @49:16 Shifting to consulting work @52:31 PhD in public policy & administration & nonprofit management at Walden University @56:58 Experiences during PhD @58:40 Teaching Business and English overseas @1:04:10 Current roles @1:06:10 Future predictions @1:07:58 The Furious Five @1:12:53 Support The Public Health Millennial
177: Navigating Empowering The Future of Public Health with Dr. Jan K. Carney, MD, MPH, MACP
14 Nov 2023
01:11:05
Dr. Jan K. Carney, MD, MPH, MACP is the Master of Public Health Program Director and is Associate Dean for Public Health and Health Policy and Professor of Medicine at the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont.
Dr. Carney is active in public health practice, research, education, and service. She served as Vermont’s Commissioner of Health under three gubernatorial administrations, championing improvements in children’s health insurance, preventing teen smoking, and improving cancer screening. She received the Vermont Public Health Association “Public Health Champion” Award in 2018 and was recently awarded the UVM President’s Distinguished University Citizenship and Service Award for her innovative teaching, creative leadership, and service to the UVM community.
She earned a BA from Middlebury College, MD from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and Master of Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode teaser @1:37 Dr. Jan Carney, MD, MPH, MACP Intro @3:36 Personal Background @4:45 A History of Public Health: From past to present @14:25 Intersection of medicine and public health @20:00 What is public health? @20:41 Bachelors in biology, French and premedical science in Middlebury College @22:30 Key takeaways @24:00 Mental shifts throughout her career @26:20 Doctor of Medicine at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine @29:10 Health inequities in health care setting @32:00 Learning about public health & MPH at Harvard @40:22 State of Vermont, Commissioner of Health for 14 years @47:09 Working at University of Vermont @49:45 Increase access to public health education via online learning @53:08 MPH Program Director @58:56 What should research goals look like? @1:02:00 What do you enjoy most about your role? @1:05:18 The Furious Five
176: Bridging Social Drivers in Healthcare Towards Health Equity with Fernanda Ortega, MPH
07 Nov 2023
01:13:35
Fernanda Ortega, MPH is a Program Manager for Bridges to Moms at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
She is passionate about bringing people together and developing programs that support community excellence.
Fernanda conferred a Bachelor in Biomedical Science at Toronto Metropolitan University then got her Master of Public Health in Healthcare Management at Boston University School of Public Health.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Teaser @1:39 Fernanda Ortega, MPH Introduction @3:35 Identify & Personal Background @5:53 Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity @10:05 Real world experience Social Dertimmnants of Health @13:05 What is Public Health? @14:25 Bachelor in Biomedical Science at Toronto Metropolitan University @17:15 How to communicate health information @19:40 Legal Assistant at Canada Immigration Consulting Ltd @24:00 Gap year after Bachelors degree @31:49 Master of Public Health at Boston University School of Public Health @37:00 MPH in Healthcare Management @40:45 Experiences during Master of Public Health @48:16 Transitioning from Canada to USA @50:57 Advice for first generation graduate students @53:50 Moving to USA for MPH during pandemic @55:18 Master of Public Health Takeaways @58:09 Program Manager at Brigham and Women’s Hospital @1:08:25 Future Predictions + Connect with Fernanda @1:09:43 The Furious Five @1:13:16 Support us
175: Building Your Personal & Professional Brand while Navigating Public Health with Mickal Lewis, MPH, CHW
31 Oct 2023
01:06:53
Mickal Lewis, MPH, CHW is a Regional Community Engagement Specialist VII at Texas Department of State Health Services.
She’s a multifaceted population health professional with 8+ years of experience in maternal & child health, public and community health, and emergency management. She got her Bachelors in Public Health at Sam Houston State University.
She then got her Master of Public Health at the American Public University System. She is currently a Regional Community Engagement Specialist VII at Texas Department of State Health Services and works as an Independent Consultant.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Teaser @00:42 Mickal Lewis, MPH, CHW Introduction @2:47 Identify and Personal Background @3:34 Key strategies for effectively engaging with underserved communities @5:26 Personal Brand Building on LinkedIn @9:38 What is public health? @11:31 Bachelors of Public Health at Sam Houston State University @13:59 Experiences during Undergraduate @15:57 Army National Guard to pay for school @18:18 Intern at United Way of the Brazos Valley @20:42 Undergrad Takeaways @22:11 Master of Public Health at The American Public University System @23:34 Mentorship Advice @27:14 Experiences at United Way of Brazos Valley @29:10 Advice asking for professional development at job @31:25 Master of Public Health Takeaways @32:40 Population Health Coordinator at BVCAA dba HealthPoint @36:02 Community Engagement Navigator at The Rose @42:20 Senior Program Manager (contract) at Partnership for Southern Equity + The BLK+Cross @48:55 Public Affairs Manager at harris county toll road authority @51:14 Director of Community Health & Safety East Harris County Empowerment Council @53:25 Importance of Job Hopping @57:00 Regional Community Engagement Specialist VII at Texas Department of State Health Service @58:52 Independent Consulting @1:01:00 Connect with Me + Future Predictions @1:02:00 Thoughts on Doctorate @1:03:30 The Furious Five @1:06:25 Check Out and Support Us
Health Care "Pink Tax" & The School To Prison Pipeline | #HealthEquityMonday10
30 Oct 2023
00:37:43
In this episode of Health Equity Mondays, we talk about: - Financial Disparities in Health Care Cost Between Men and Women - The School to Prison Pipeline
Chapters: @0:00 Intro @0:28 Check In @4:55 Financial Disparities in Health Care Cost Between Men and Women @12:33 Promos @14:47 School to Prison Pipeline @32:53 Healthy Equity In Action
174: Empowering Communities with CHES Education & Communication with Nakia Bolden, MPH, CHES
24 Oct 2023
00:57:24
Nakia Bolden, MPH, CHES, is an Adjunct Professor at University of Indianapolis, Executive Director of I AM Health Education, and is a Doctor of Health Science at University of Indianapolis.
She is committed to empowering individuals through education and promoting equitable access to health resources. With a strong dedication to making a positive impact in professional, academic, and community settings.
She conferred an Associates Degree in General Studies at Ivy Tech Community College then continued into Bachelors in Health Sciences and Health Promotion at Indiana University South Bend.
She then conferred a Master of Public Health at Indiana State University. She recently started her Doctor of Health Science at University of Indianapolis and currently works as an Associate Director of Community Partnerships while also being Executive Director of I AM Health Education.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Intro @1:18 Pre-episode chat @2:14 Welcome to the show @3:13 Identify & personal background @3:45 Inspiration behind I Am Health Education @5:27 what is public health? @7:17 Donor Center Technician and Phlebotomist @9:19 Associate degree at Ivy Tech Community College @10:50 Bachelors at Indiana University @13:03 Experiences during undergrad @16:10 Undergrad takeaways @17:17 Roles between bachelors and masters @20:45 Certified Health Education Specialist @22:49 Master of Public Health at Indiana University @25:15 Starting I AM Health Education @28:00 CHES Study Tips @32:25 Experiences during MPH @35:32 MPH Takeaways @41:01 Doctor of Health Science at University of Indianapolis @46:13 Adjunct Associate Professor at University of Indianapolis @49:20 Importance of Health Communication @51:50 Connect and Future Predictions @53:04 The Furious Five @56:42 Connect
Dr. Quinyatta Mumford, DrPH, MPH, CHES, is the MPH Program Director and Assistant Professor at New York Institute of Technology. She is also the CEO of Mumford and Associates and works as Chief Informatics Officer at the CDC Foundation. She believes to enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one's family, to bring peace to all, one must first discipline and control one's own mind. Quinyatta conferred her Bachelors of Biology at The University of Alabama Huntsville then went on to get her Master of Public Health in Community Health and Prevention Medicine at Walden University. She conferred her Doctor of Public Health at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
Chapters: 0:00 Episode start 1:24 Episode Intro 2:21 Guest intro 3:27 Identify & Personal background 3:50 Control mind to have health and happiness 6:55 Academia and real world practice 8:33 What is public health? 10:26 Bachelors in Biology at University of Alabama Huntsville 12:47 Experience in public health 13:33 Undergrad Takeaways 14:40 MPH at Walden University 17:22 Experiences during MPH 20:40 Lead Based Paint Epidemiologist 24:04 Roles at Arkansas Department of Health 28:47 Shift to Director 29:40 CEO of Mumford & Associates 36:34 Increasing credibility of Mumford & Associates 37:36 Advice for social impact orgs 38:19 Why a Doctor of Public Health 39:44 DrPH takeaways 42:01 Advice for DrPH 44:00 Adjunct professor positions 46:42 Advice for professors 47:30 Chief Informatics Officer at CDC Foundation 48:36 Data Visualization Importance 51:07 MPH Program Director & Assistant Professor at NY Institute of Technology 53:16 Keys from hey journey 54:00 Connect and Future predictions 55:17 The Furious Five 58:48 Support us
4 lessons I learnt from Dr. Camara Jones, a public health powerhouse. These skills that I learnt from interacting can be used to better your life and professional career.
Chapters: @0:00 Introduction @0:28 Dr. Camara Jones @1:48 Soft skills are hard to gain @2:26 Learn people’s names @4:02 Enthusiastic Curiosity @6:23 Make people feel seen @8:55 Emotional intelligence @10:17 Recap @11:50 Final thought @12:37 Support Us
172: Intentionally Connecting Health Care Leaders with Lydie Marc, MPH, CHES
10 Oct 2023
01:24:46
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Lydie Marc, MPH, CHES, is Senior Director, Fellows and Content Strategy at Nashville Health Care Council and is also host of the Access with Lydie podcast. She is a passionate, innovative, and strategic executive with over 15 years of healthcare industry experience. Her one professional goal is improving access to health for everyone. She conferred a Bachelors in Health Science, Community Health at Georgia Southern University. She then went on to get a Master of Public Health in Health Services Policy & Management at University of South Carolina.
Shownotes: https://www.thephmillennial.com/episode172 Connect with Lydie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydiemarc/
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Start @1:30 Lydie Marc, MPH, CHES Intro @3:57 Identify & personal background @5:54 Challenges for access to care @8:06 Mentorship and sponsorship @14:20 What is public health? @16:37 Bachelors @22:07 Moving Massachusetts for South @24:00 Undergrad experiences @28:09 Undergrad takeaways @30:19 Positions between bachelors and masters @37:02 Master of Public Health @40:47 Experiences during Master of Public Health @46:33 Master Takeaways @52:15 Program Manager at Empowerment Resource Center @56:43 Consulting roles @1:02:31 Senior Director, Fellows and Content Strategy at the Nashville Health Care Council @11:40 Host of Access with Lydia Podcast @1:14:33 Connect & Future Predictions @1:17:40 The Furious Five @1:24:16 Connect with us
You Chose Public Health for a Reason (Here’s How to Keep Going When It Feels Heavy)
21 Oct 2025
00:09:07
In this conversation, Omari Richins, MPH Host of Public Health Careers discusses the challenges faced by public health professionals, emphasizing the importance of resilience, purpose, and community support. He addresses the weight of current issues in public health, including burnout and job competition, while encouraging listeners to reconnect with their motivations and take actionable steps to navigate their careers effectively.
Chapters: @0:00 The Weight of Public Health @1:59 Navigating Challenges in Public Health @3:51 Reconnecting with Your Purpose @4:09 Four Anchors for Resilience @6:23 Taking Grounded Steps Forward @8:11 Embracing the Journey of Public Health
Use these 5 transferable public health skills to take support your career development. The 5 transferable skills I share are: qualitative research skills, presentation skills, grant research & writing skills, critical thinking skills, and project management skills.
Araba Assan, MPH, CHES is a Program Coordinator at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. She is a passionate public health researcher, evaluator, educator, health equity advocate and consultant with five years of experience working in higher education institutions and non-profit organizations. She received a Bachelor Degree in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health at Montclair State University. She then got her Master of Public Health at Montclair State University in Community Health Education. She also is a Certified Health Education Specialist.
Shownotes: https://www.thephmillennial.com/episode171 Connect with Araba: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arabaassan-a67b7b85/
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Start @1:41 Episode overview @2:33 Araba Assan, MPH, CHES Intro @4:04 Identify & Personal Background @9:05 Maternal and Child Health @16:13 Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) @24:00 What is Public Health? @25:14 Bachelors in Public Health at Montclair State University @33:05 Research Assistant at Montclair University @35:33 Health Program Specialist at Burlington County Health Department @40:10 Undergrad takeaways @44:31 Master of Public Health at Montclair State University @49:40 Benefit of CHES @57:49 Roles during MPH @1:11:30 Mindset of unemployment after MPH @1:16:20 Research Assistant at Public Health Management Corporation @1:29:15 Program Coordinator at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey @1:37:05 Where to connect & future predictions? @1:39:48 The Furious Five @1:47:00 Support us
Benefits of Asking Questions on LinkedIn | LinkedIn Tips | Public Health Chat 6
29 Sep 2023
00:07:43
Are you struggling to know what to post on LinkedIn? Well start with asking questions. Asking questions are a great way to get more comfortable and confident in speaking to your LinkedIn network.
YouTube (Video Version): https://youtu.be/xAIYFSwq-WY Submit your question, topic, feedback: https://forms.gle/GbMZXVhnU8Ln5yF46 Join 800+ people in our email blasts: https://thephmillennial.com/signup Connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omari-richins-mph/
Chapters: @0:00 Introduction @0:43 Benefit of asking questions on LinkedIn @1:35 The power of asking questions on LinkedIn example @3:19 How you can ask a question @5:23 Resharing the question you asked @6:37 Be consistent with asking questions @7:08 Recap and support us
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170: Chief Health Strategist Improving Community Wellbeing with Maudra Brown, MPH, CHES, APM, PAHM
26 Sep 2023
01:38:17
Maudra Brown, MPH, CHES, APM, PAHM is Chief Health Strategist at MRB Public Health Consulting. She has over 16 years of public health experience championing Innovation in public health, focusing on non traditional partnerships and incorporating best practices with independent thought leadership.
She conferred a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance at College of Charleston. She then pursued a Master of Public Health in International Health and Sustainable Development at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Teaser @1:36 Maudra Brown, MPH, CHES, APM, PAHM Intro @3:16 Identify and personal background @6:00 Education can’t teach you community work @13:45 Integrating public health into businesses @20:00 What is Public Health? @23:50 Bachelors of Science in Health and Human Performance at College of Charleston @29:00 Undergrad experiences @33:35 Master of Public Health at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine @36:15 Experiences during Tulane @45:40 MPH Takeaways @49:57 Pediatric Injury Previously at Medical University of South Carolina @54:30 Health Policy Analyst @58:30 Steps to advancing in her role @1:07:30 Clinical Quality Director @1:11:47 Chief Health Strategist at MRB Consulting @1:23:10 Advice for independent consultants in public health @1:28:47 Connection & Future Predictions @1:32:52 The Furious Five @1:37:53 Support Us
US Childhood Poverty Rate Doubles & Vaccine Rollouts #HealthEquityMonday9
25 Sep 2023
00:27:35
In this month's episode of Health Equity Mondays (HEM), with co-hosts Jasmine Leonard aka Health Equity Jazz, MPH and Omari Richins, MPH, we talk about:
- Vaccine Rollouts - Childhood poverty more than doubled from its 2021 low
Childhood Poverty Rates Double from 2021 Low - NPR: https://www.npr.org/2023/09/12/1198923453/child-poverty-child-tax-credi-pandemic-aid-census-data - American Progress: https://www.americanprogress.org/article/basic-facts-children-poverty/ - ChildTrends: https://www.childtrends.org/publications/5-ways-poverty-harms-children
Health Equity in Action (Physician to Nurse Practitioner ratio) - Health Affairs: https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/decade-data-update-primary-care-and-mental-health-nurse-practitioner-and-physician
When To Start Applying To Jobs Before Graduation? | Chat 5
22 Sep 2023
00:06:26
When Do I Start Applying To Jobs Before Graduation? Knowing when to start applying for jobs before graduation is incredibly helpful. Use this 3 Phase framework to think through applying to jobs before graduation.
169: Advocacy, Policy, Research for Micronesian Islander Community with Jackie Leung PhDc, JD, MS
19 Sep 2023
01:32:42
Jackie Leung, PhDc, JD, MS is the Executive Director of the Micronesian Islander Community as well as being a PhD candidate in Public Health at Oregon State University. She has an interest in global health and public health, particularly healthcare access, utilization, and policy research. She has a background in human rights and immigration law and nonprofit leadership. She conferred a Bachelor English at California State University, Los Angeles. She then got her Masters in Community and Behavioral health at University of Iowa. then went on to get her Juris Doctor (JD) in Law at Willamette University College of Law. She currently works as the Executive Director of the statewide nonprofit, Micronesian Islander Community and is an Assistant Professor at Linfield University.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Start @2:51 Jackie Leung, PhDc, JD, MS Introduction @4:00 Identity & background @5:16 Human rights, law, and public health @9:10 Public health law and nonprofit leadership @14:19 What is public health? @15:12 Bachelors in English at California State University @17:41 Undergrad takeaways @20:15 Masters Degree in Community & Behavioral Health at University of Iowa @28:49 Community Engagement with invisible and voiceless community @33:55 JD, Law at Willamette University College of Law @37:40 Experiences during JD @41:40 Fellowships after JD @44:00 Not passing the bar @47:37 Writer in Residence at Ms. JD @49:17 Advice for people going through Domestic Violence @52:12 Project Manager at Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon @1:02:08 City Councilperson at City of Salem @1:07:30 Advice on running for city council @1:16:06 Executive Director at Micronesian @1:23:30 Assistant Professor at Linfield University @1:25:08 PhD in Public Health @1:26:09 Connect with guest @1:26:56 The Furious Five @1:32:02 Support us
Black Health Bill of Rights & Showing Up Consistently | Chat 4
15 Sep 2023
00:12:17
Hear about my experience at the Council on Black Health conference. I discuss Black Health Bill of Rights, some of my takeaways from the conference, and being consistent.
168: Championing Multilayered Wellness & Diversity in Clinical Trials with Dr. Nadine Spring, PhD, MPH, MS
12 Sep 2023
01:07:37
Dr. Nadine Spring, PhD is Founder and Director of Operations at SpringWell360. She is an enthusiastic and results-driven clinical research, public health, and wellness professional with a proven record of orchestrating health and wellness programs, community health initiatives, clinical trials, and research projects. She conferred a Bachelor of Biology at the University of Bridgeport, then went on to get a Master of Public Health and a Master of Science in Clinical Research at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She later got her PhD in Public Health from Walden University.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Teaser @1:40 Dr. Nadine Spring, PhD Intro @4:00 Identify & personal background @6:20 Integrate wellness into public health @8:00 Research & Community Engagement @11:20 What is public health? @12:00 Health in Trinidad to USA @15:30 Bachelors in Biology at University of Bridgeport @18:50 Experiences during undergrad @26:10 Master of Public Health at Mount Sinai School of Medicine @28:30 Experiences during MPH @31:00 Work after MPH @36:30 Master of Clinical Research at Mount Sinai School of Medicine @37:22 How to get more Black people into clinical trials @41:00 Director of Clinical Research Services at Emory University @45:20 Project Director Research Centers in Minority Institutions at Morehouse @48:00 PhD in Public Health at Walden University @55:40 Experiences during MPH @58:30 Founder SpringWell360 LLC @1:01:45 Future Predictions & Connect @1:03:20 Future Predictions @1:07:20 Support The Public Health Millennial
5 Transferable Skills in Public Health (For Public Health Students) | Chat 3
08 Sep 2023
00:07:03
5 transferable skills that you can use as a public health student or professional. Developing these transferable skills will allow you to become a more competent public health professional.
249: From Public Health Communications to Founding South Asian Care with Nishat Uddin, MPH
14 Oct 2025
01:01:58
Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Nishat Uddin, MPH.
She shares her journey from moving to the West Coast from Florida, to founding South Asian Care, an organization aimed at addressing healthcare disparities within the South Asian community. She discusses the importance of culturally sensitive health communications, the challenges of public health messaging, and the significance of storytelling in advocacy.
Nishat emphasizes the need for community-driven approaches in healthcare and shares insights from her academic and professional experiences in public health. She also highlights the importance of self-care and maintaining motivation as a leader in the nonprofit sector.
@0:00 Cultural Transitions: From Florida to the West Coast @6:21 Bridging Gaps in Public Health: The Birth of South Asian Care @9:13 Health Communications: Meeting Communities Where They Are @12:23 Addressing Stigma: Mental Health in South Asian Communities @15:24 Designing Culturally Sensitive Health Systems @18:21 The Power of Storytelling in Health Advocacy @21:11 Public Health: A Bridge to Equity and Access @24:21 Academic Pathways: From Undergrad to MPH @26:21 Building Community: Support Systems in Education @29:19 The Journey to South Asian Care: Ideation and Experience @31:52 Navigating Career Transitions @34:35 Building Communication Strategies in Healthcare @37:04 Job Search Strategies for Public Health Graduates @41:05 Roles and Responsibilities in Health Communications @45:14 Founding South Asian Care: A Journey of Passion @49:20 Strategic Growth and Community Impact @52:00 Future Vision for South Asian Care @53:21 Balancing Provider and Community Needs @56:49 Self-Care and Motivation in Leadership @58:58 The Furious Five: Insights and Advice
167: Diabetes Expert & Public Health Contracting Tips with Sarah Grant, MPH, CHES, CDCES
05 Sep 2023
01:06:49
Sarah Grant, MPH, CHES, CDCES, is a Consultant Program Manager at Unstukk Ltd. She is an experienced public health professional, contractor, and diabetes expert. She was conferred a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences at Oakwood University and her Master of Public Health at Northern Illinois University.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Start @2:16 Sarah Grant, MPH, CHES, CDCES Intro @2:57 Identify & Personal Background @4:22 Getting contracting roles @7:03 Approach to disease prevention @8:40 What is public health? @10:24 Bachelors in Biomedical Sciences at Oakwood University @12:17 Undergrad experiences @14:29 Undergrad takeaways @17:04 Post grad: pharmacy school, pharmacy tech & then MPH @21:56 Mindset of not completing pharmacy school @22:53 Master of Public Health at Northern Illinois @24:11 MPH Experiences @25:41 Diabetes Prevention @27:40 MPH Takeaways @30:43 Working at Four Corners Primary Care Center @36:25 Freelance Health Education & Resource Development Officer at Black Beetle Health @40:19 Volunteer Grant Writer at Genuine Academy @43:10 Diabetes Educator & Lifestyle Coach at Diabetes You Can Win Foundation @45:57 Balancing multiple roles @48:08 Thought process for finding your timeline at organization @50:05 PT Diabetes Educator at GNR Public Health @51:34 Moving into chronic disease program manager @53:20 Program Manager at Unstukk Consultancy @57:58 Overcoming challenges of chronic diseases @1:00:50 Future Predictions @1:02:00 Where connect with you? @1:02:53 The Furious Five @1:06:25 Support us!
@0:00 Episode Intro @0:41 Access to world of knowledge @1:12 Use research and books @1:43 Connecting made easy @2:42 Continue learning about the field @3:12 Get certifications @3:50 Prioritize learning
166: Growing Expertise in Health Policy As A Consultant with Simay Okyay McNutt, MPH
29 Aug 2023
01:14:19
Simay Okyay McNutt, MPH is a Health Policy and Reimbursement Consultant. She manages device and medtech clients and consults them on coding, coverage, and payment issues, with specialization in Medicare. She conferred a Bachelor in Biological Chemistry and Bachelor in Women, Gender, & Sexuality at the University of Virginia. She then worked as a certified medical assistant before getting her Master of Public Health at The George Washington University - Milken Institute School of Public Health.
Chapters: @0:00 Episode Start @2:12 Simay Okyay McNutt, MPH Intro @2:50 Identify and personal background @5:30 Importance of Health Policy in Public Health context @8:26 What is public health? @11:57 Bachelors in Biological Chemistry & Women, Gender, & Sexuality at University of Virginia @15:40 Experiences during Undergrad + Takeaways @21:48 Certified Medical Assistant at Clifton Care @26:45 Board positions @32:57 Master of Public Health at The George Washington University in health policy @38:25 Experiences during MPH @42:54 Getting full time Health Policy Associate position @45:28 Master of Public Health takeaways @47:37 Senior Health Policy Associate and then Manager at Applied Policy @49:50 Getting good at your hob @58:40 Developing med technology expertise @1:02:55 Connect & Future Predictions @1:04:49 The Furious Five