Public Health Insight

From Harvard University's insights on combating the health effects of climate change - to Boston University's project management tools that can elevate your public health toolkit - and a change management course for public health, this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast has you covered. Listen in as we break down these 3 courses and provide some practical examples that allow you to gain essential knowledge and discover the real-world applications that can make a difference in the lives of communities. Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® References In Our Discussion ◼️ Harvard University: The Health Effects of Climate Change ◼️ Project Management Tools ◼️ Change Management for Public Health Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

From confronting the heartbreaking reality in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan where despair is gripping women - to phage therapy to combat the rising threat of superbugs - and exploring what happens when political opinion trumps public health evidence; stay with us in this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast as we navigate these pressing public health challenges and have discussions about solutions that can make a difference. Articles Covered ◼️ ‘Despair is settling in’: female suicides on rise in Taliban’s Afghanistan (The Guardian) ◼️ Superbugs are overpowering antibiotics. We should fight them with phage therapy (MacLean’s) ◼️ Let evidence, not opinion, guide harm reduction policy and practice in Canada’s drug poisoning crisis (The Conversation) Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, jobs, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating (☆☆☆☆☆) If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

You've now decided what Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) programs you'd like to pursue, but is there a way to make sure your application gives you the best shot at getting in? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, our guests offer valuable insights for aspiring Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) candidates to get into their program of choice. They stress the significance of tailoring your personal statement, adhering to application instructions, and aligning your experiences with program goals. They also highlight the diverse career opportunities a DrPH can bring and the need for diverse practitioners. Podcast Guest ◼️Lauren Junge-Maughan, MPH, PMP ◼️Dr. Marissa Robinson, DrPH, MPH, RPCV References In Our Discussion ◼️ DrPH Coalition Podcast Hosts ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Podcast Producers: ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

It would be a mistake to choose a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) program from the many available thinking that they are all the same. In this episode of Public Health Insight Podcast, our guests emphasize the importance of choosing the right program, considering factors like the program's leadership, alignment with your career goals, connections with fellow students, and funding options. They also share incredibly in-depth insights on seeking advice, negotiating salaries, and evaluating the unique opportunities each program offers. Podcast Guest ◼️Lauren Junge-Maughan, MPH, PMP ◼️Dr. Marissa Robinson, DrPH, MPH, RPCV References In Our Discussion ◼️ DrPH Coalition Podcast Hosts & Producers ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

The rich history and modern landscape, unique leadership focus, multifaceted curriculum, and the profound impact of the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree warrants further exploration. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we delve into the distinctive realm of the DrPH and compare it to the PhD degree. With insights into candidacy exams, work experience requirements, and the broader public health landscape, the President and Vice President of the DrPH Coalition join this episode to provide invaluable guidance for those considering this transformative educational path. Podcast Guest ◼️Lauren Junge-Maughan, MPH, PMP ◼️Dr. Marissa Robinson, DrPH, MPH, RPCV References In Our Discussion ◼️ DrPH Coalition Podcast Hosts ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Podcast Producers: ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

The Doctor of Public Health, DrPH, is the most advanced professional degree in public health, and despite being around for over 100 years, it is not well known to the general public, or even to public health professionals. The DrPH is considered a terminal professional degree in the field of public health it takes a step further in depth, complexity, and leadership preparation relative to an MPH degree. In the next few episodes of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will take a deep dive to learn more about this degree. In this episode, we will learn about the professional journeys of two individuals, one who is currently pursuing a DrPH and one who has already completed the degree. You will also learn more about the DrPH Coalition and its mission, vision, and goals. Podcast Guest ◼️Lauren Junge-Maughan, MPH, PMP ◼️Dr. Marissa Robinson, DrPH, MPH, RPCV References In Our Discussion ◼️ DrPH Coalition Podcast Hosts ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Podcast Producers: ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

Despite the gains we've made globally, young women account for one in four new HIV infections in Sub-Saharan Africa, while comprising just 10% of the population. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Oluwakemi Gbadamosi from the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) joins us to explore innovative solutions that address the root causes driving the epidemic. Podcast Guest ◼️ Oluwakemi Gbadamosi, MA. EGID, MA. Comm, B.L –Law, LL.B –Law References In Our Discussion ◼️ AIDS Healthcare Foundation ◼️ AHFter Hours Podcast: Serving Women ◼️ Girls Act Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Bindra Shah, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Podcast Producers: ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

Once upon a time, in the depths of human history, a silent enemy emerged. It crept from the shadows, infiltrating communities, and leaving devastation in its wake. This enemy had no face, no discernible form, but its impact was felt far and wide. This was the beginning of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, a chapter that forever changed the course of human history. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Oluwakemi Gbadamosi from the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) joins us to talk about the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa. Podcast Guest ◼️ Oluwakemi Gbadamosi, MA. EGID, MA. Comm, B.L –Law, LL.B –Law References In Our Discussion ◼️ AIDS Healthcare Foundation ◼️ AHFter Hours Podcast: Serving Women ◼️ Girls Act Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Bindra Shah, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

There are core competencies for general public health practice but how will you know what specifically to work towards to become an effective practitioner specializing in policy? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, a Scientific Advisor from the National Collaborating Centre for Healthy Public Policy (NCCHPP) joins us to talk about the 8 public policy core competency domains for public health that were identified in a recent scoping review. Podcast Guest ◼️ Val Morrison References In Our Discussion ◼️ Webinar Video: Public Policy Competencies for Public Health ◼️ Webinar Presentation Slide Deck: Public Policy Competencies for Public Health ◼️ 2022 Poster Public Policy Competencies for Public Health A Scoping Review Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

What are public policies? What do they have to do with health? And most importantly, what do we as public health professionals need to know about the policy-making process? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Val Morrison from the National Collaborating Centre for Healthy Public Policy (NCCHPP) to help answer these questions. Podcast Guest ◼️ Val Morrison References In Our Discussion ◼️ Webinar Video: Public Policy Competencies for Public Health ◼️ Webinar Presentation Slide Deck: Public Policy Competencies for Public Health ◼️ 2022 Poster Public Policy Competencies for Public Health A Scoping Review Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

How many career pathways are there in public health? Tune into this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, where we share a list of 50+ job titles that you can look for in your next job search. Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

Traditional careers like epidemiologists and public health nurses often come to mind when thinking about public health, but these are just the tip of the iceberg. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we share a list of 50+ job titles and careers that you can search for in public health. Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

Public health values a variety of skills and experiences but is there a standard to measure yourself against as a practitioner? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we finish our discussion on public health competencies from the Public Health Foundation that you can use to assess if you’re good at public health and how to develop those core skills. Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® References In Our Discussion ◼️Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

You're passionate about working in public health to address some of the most difficult health challenges of our time. But how do you know if you're good at public health? Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® References In Our Discussion ◼️ Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

Trending Topics In Public Health ◼️ Australia recently decided to ban recreational vaping in an effort to crack down on e-cigarettes. ◼️ Can a public health approach prevent firearm violence at its core? ◼️ Is being lonely as bad for society as everyone smoking 15 cigarettes per day? Let’s talk about it. Tune into this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast where we delve into the latest news and trends shaping the way we think about public health and the world around us. Articles Covered ◼️ Australia to ban recreational vaping in e-cigarette crackdown (Reuters) by Renju Jose ◼️ A Public Health Approach to Reducing and Preventing Firearm Violence (ASTHO) by Caitlin Langhorne Griffith and Tanya Baker ◼️ America has a loneliness epidemic. Here are 6 steps to address it (NPR) by Juana Summers Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

It’s never too early or late to sharpen up your interviewing skills. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, the team continues their breakdown of common interview questions and how you can answer them like a pro. Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® ◼️ Bindra Shah, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

In order to effectively answer interview questions, you need to know why those questions are being asked in the first place. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, the team breaks down: ◼️ What interviewers are looking for in the most common questions; ◼️ Alternative ways the questions could get asked; and ◼️ What makes a good response to the interview questions. Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® ◼️ Bindra Shah, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

Why do we use so much jargon in public health? Have you ever had to read public health content multiple times to understand it? Plain language might just be the solution to all of this… In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we breakdown an easy-to-follow resource created by the Public Health Communications Collaborative, which covers how to: ◼️ Prepare your communications ◼️ Develop and organize your communications ◼️ Review and test your communications References In Our Discussion ◼️ Plain Language for Public Health by the Public Health Communications Collaborative Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with the Director of Research for missINFORMED, a Canadian youth-led non-profit that seeks to promote health literacy and sexual and reproductive rights for women and gender-diverse folks across the nation, as well as a Clinic Finder Program which will help young people in Ontario find routine gynaecological care near them. Podcast Guest ◼️ Roma Dhamanaskar, Director of Research for missINFORMED References In Our Discussion ◼️ Accessing gynaecological care in Canada ◼️ Help! My vagina smells like a vagina ◼️ Clinic Finder Podcast Hosts ◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.

Ensuring that there is adequate representation in clinical trials is important for a whole host of reasons, but achieving diversity is easier said than done. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak to a leader of a company that is finding unique ways to leverage data and engage populations often excluded from clinical trials. Podcast Guest ◼️ Eddilisa Martin, PharmD, Founder & CEO of M&B Sciences Inc. References In Our Discussion ◼️ FDA Says Diversity Now Required In Clinical Trials ◼️ Why Representation Matters In Clinical Trials ◼️ Importance Of Diverse Populations In Clinical Trials Podcast Hosts ◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP® ◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP® Subscribe to the Newsletter Subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here. Leave Us A Five Star Rating If you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people.