Public Health Epidemiology Conversations

PHEC 257: Be the Change You Want to See

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are underway with our mini-series of episodes that are dedicated to you, our PHEC community, for you to better understand the why and purpose of th...

PHEC 256: Looking Back, Why I Started This Podcast

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's been five incredible years of the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations podcast and today we take a look back at how it all began. Our host, D...

PHEC 255: Mid-Year Review, Goal Evaluation, and Summer Fun

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the first half and second quarter of the year come to an end, it is important to look back and acknowledge our triumphs and downfalls. In this new...

PHEC 254: A Family Unites to Triumph Over COVID: A Case Study

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The global pandemic has caused many families to live in a state of constant panic and fear. But, with the right tools, you and your family can turn a ...

PHEC 253: Mindset And Entrepreneurship In Public Health, With Shannon Salentine, MPH

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Leaving your job to become a coach or a consultant, or to start your own business can be daunting. It can also be incredibly rewarding. In this episod...

PHEC 252: Business Tips, Highlights, And Takeaways From Five Years In Business

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As an entrepreneur, you have the power to decide how you run your business, and that freedom is to be enjoyed! Today on the Public Health Epidemiolog...

PHEC 251: Let's Talk About Offers & Sales

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is packed with tips and guidance that every public health entrepreneur can use. You'll want to grab a notebook and pen or open a fresh go...

PHEC 250: From Kinesiology To Public Health, with LaRita Laktonen-Ward, MPH

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest on Public Health Epidemiology Conversations is LaRita Laktonen-Ward, the Program Manager for the Coordinating Center at Good Health and...

PHEC 249: Healthcare And Community Engagement, With Nikita Boston-Fisher, MPH

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode's guest became interested in public health at a younger age than most. She is a public health consultant, certified health education spe...

PHEC 248: Addressing Healthcare Inequities, With Bryan O. Buckley, DrPH, MPH

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Be hungry, be curious, and be humble" is Dr. Bryan Buckley's mantra, and this mantra is what guides him in his work as a public health professional....

PHEC 247: Black Health Is Black Wealth, With Dr. Zenobia Bryant

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest is passionate about health equity, diversity equity, and inclusion, and has focused her career accordingly. Dr. Zenobia Bryant is the Founde...

PHEC 246: The Importance Of Indigenous People In Public Health, With Dyani Bingham, MPH

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Data is a necessity when understanding the issues facing indigenous communities, and indigenous perspectives on this data and how to implement change...

BONUS Takeaways From The Atlanta Workshop

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus episode, Dr. Huntley recaps the Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants that was recently held in Atlanta, GA. She shar...

PHEC 245: Crafting Your Elevator Pitch, Public Health Consultants

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When someone asks you what you do, what is your response? Are you too technical, too complicated, or too vague? How do you introduce yourself for maxi...

PHEC 244: Program Evaluation Consulting, With Brad Krueger, MPH

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The road into a public health career is rarely a direct one. Often students who want to study medicine are introduced to the topic during their studi...

PHEC 243: Public Health Recruitment with Brooke Mootry, MSW, CHES

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

During the 2019 Public Health Expo, Brooke Mootry discovered her passion: matching public health professionals with careers that suit them! She went o...

PHEC 242: Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you are a public health consultant who has started your own business and who is looking for some guidance to take it to the next level, this episod...

PHEC 241: Everyday Public Health, With Jordyn Fink

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations playlist! We're glad you joined us. Our guest on this episode is Jordyn Fink, public hea...

PHEC 240: Public Health and Social Media with Kristy Schirmer, MPH

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Coming to us from the future, all the way from Adelaide, Australia, is the inspirational Kristy Schirmer. Kristy has 20 years of experience working in...

PHEC 239: Podcast Fans, We Need Your Help

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Public Health Epidemiology Conversations Podcast has a loyal audience of listeners, and we appreciate all of you! A lot of work goes into producin...

PHEC 238: Workplace Bias, Burnout, and Entrepreneurship, With Glennae Davis

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our honored guest on this episode is Glennae Davis, author of Yet Here I Stand: My Journey From Bondage to Liberty and Bias and Burnout: 10 Power Mov...

PHEC 237: How and Why You Should Celebrate Your Wins, Big and Small

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are often so quick to focus on our disappointments rather than our successes or the lessons we've learned, and that's simply not on. Here at Publi...

PHEC 236: HIV Prevention and Epidemiology, With Courtney Allen, MPH

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to our series on Tribal Epidemiology Centers and Public Health!   In this episode, you'll meet Courtney Allen, MPH, CHES, whose prima...

PHEC 235: Public Health Issues Meet Technology And Innovation, With Dr. Harsh Vathsangam

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have a particularly inspiring episode as we discuss a new, innovative way to address an old public health problem. Joining us to share his g...

PHEC 234: What Does A Public Health Consultant Do?

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"What does a public health consultant actually do?" We get this question quite often, which is why, in today's episode, we take a deep dive into the...

PHEC 233: 3 Productivity Tips for Public Health Entrepreneurs in 2022

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Entering the new year feels different for everyone! Some of us are fresh and ready to tackle whatever comes our way, and others are feeling worn out a...

PHEC 232: Holistic View Of Public Health And Tribal Communities, With Lucinda Cowboy, MS

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations is one in a series of special sponsored episodes where we learn about Tribal Epidemiology Ce...

PHEC 231: Public Health And Healthcare Thought Leadership, With Dr. Errol Pierre

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our childhood experiences shape how we see the world and our areas of interest. Today's guest's journey is no different. Dr. Errol Pierre was first e...

PHEC 230: Public Health Research And Practice, With Nakeitra Burse, DrPH

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode of Public Health and Epidemiology Careers. In conversation with us today is Dr. Nakeitra Burse, CEO of the public hea...

PHEC 229: Public Health Consulting And Entrepreneurship EXPO, 2022

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most exciting things about 2022 is the upcoming Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship EXPO! During this episode, you'll get insig...

PHEC 228: A Grassroots Approach To Public Health In Native Communities, With Dr. Julianna Reece, MD, MBA, MPH

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest is an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation and a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician with more than 20 years' experience in ...

PHEC 227: Wrapping Up 2021, Resting, Preparing For 2022

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a long exhausting year! This episode is about taking time to rest and relax, before preparing for 2022. Dr. Huntley shares her experience of...

PHEC 226: Fan Favorites, "Own Your Journey"

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is devoted to you, the fans and regular listeners of this podcast. Today we decided to do things differently and create a fan-favorite e...

PHEC 225: Supporting Public Health Professionals, Next Steps

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's show focuses on the most pressing issues public health professionals are facing right now, how to resolve them, and how our host is stepping u...

PHEC 224: Decolonizing Data With Dr. Rosalina James, Urban Indian Health Institute

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Public health spans all communities and cultures. However, smaller populations are being overlooked due to historical discrimination. Today we talk t...

PHEC 223: Public Health Consulting, Communication, and TEDx, with Vinu Ilakkuvan, PhD

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming an entrepreneur in the public health industry is a daunting prospect. Join us today as we hear why Dr. Vinu Ilakkuvan chose to found her pub...

PHEC 222: Three Challenges Of Public Health Entrepreneurs

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone is interested in diversifying their income these days, and more and more folks in public health are actively exploring various creative opti...

PHEC 221: The Power Of Podcasting In Public Health

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lately, Dr. Huntley has been getting a lot of questions about podcasting, with listeners asking things like, "Is it a good idea to do it for my busin...

PHEC 220: Creative Public Health Career Resources, With Zoila Reyna

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zoila Reyna had an unusual introduction to public health. Her first job out of college, which she found on Craigslist, involved recruiting youth to b...

PHEC 219: Public Health Communication And Improving Data Access, With Joshua Smith

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Navigating your prospective career options can sometimes feel like trying to find something in a fog. You're stumbling around, doing your best to reac...

PHEC 218: Nutrition Policy And Public Health Consulting, With Stephanie Hodges, MS, MPH, RDN

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Since the start of the COVID 19 pandemic, the demand for public health entrepreneurs has skyrocketed. For today's show, Dr. Huntley hosts a conversat...

PHEC 217: A Human Level Approach To Addressing Burnout, with Dr. Jacqueline Kerr

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The world of public health has many avenues and much potential for learning beyond its own confines. In this episode, Dr. Huntley has a conversation w...

PHEC 216: Healthcare Consulting and Public Health, With Nicole Denham, MHA, RN

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Huntley is joined by Nicole Denim, MHA, RN. Nicole is focused on helping to tighten up emergency preparedness and optimize clinical operations for...

PHEC 215: Administrative Support At Alaska Native Epidemiology Center, With Annie Okpealuk

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest has learned a great deal about public health through her administrative support role within a public health organization. She joins us ...

PHEC 214: From Public Health Pharmacy To Health Content Strategy, With Megan Freeland, PharmD

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You are about to hear an incredible conversation about the intentional journey of an entrepreneur from a public health pharmacist to a health content ...

PHEC 213: The Intersection Of The Practice of Law And Public Health, With Aila Hoss, JD

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a massively inspiring one. We are lucky enough to welcome Aila Hoss, JD to the show to talk about the intersection of public health, ...

PHEC 212: The Downstream Impact Of Burnout, With Sumana Jeddy, MPH

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Burnout can manifest in many ways, starting subtly and suddenly leading to memory loss and other issues. Our guest today is passionate about burnout ...

PHEC 211: Filling The Gap Between Clinical Health Care & Public Health With Dr. Meghan O'Connell, Great Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a clinical doctor and a public health practitioner, who is working towards bridging the gap between these two somewhat disconnected ...

PHEC 210: Training Front-Line Health Workers, With Quisha Umemba, MPH, BSN

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode is Quisha Umemba, CEO and founder of Umemba Health, LLC. Quisha is a Bachelors prepared Registered Nurse with a Masters deg...

PHEC 209: Podcast Title Shifts from "Careers" to "Conversations"

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you've listened to the last two episodes, you'll know that there are some changes to the podcast that I have been working on in the background. Tod...

PHEC 208: The Courage To Change, Pivot, and Grow

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our episode today picks up where episode 207 left off. Last week Dr. Huntley outlined some of the challenges facing graduates in the public health ind...

PHEC 207: 4 Years Consulting, 4 Years Podcasting & A Pandemic

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Four years of consulting, four years of podcasting, and one long year of COVID-19; your host, Dr. Charlotte Hughes Huntley, thinks it's time to change...

PHEC 206: Child Health and Wellness with Denny MedicineBird, Oklahoma Tribal Epidemiology Center

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Denny is the program coordinator of the Child Health and Wellness Program initiated by the Oklahoma Area Tribal Epidemiology Center. Join us for today...

PHEC 205: The Marriage Of Nutrition And Public Health, With Bernadette Paul, PhD, MPH

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When Dr. Bernadette Paul's mother was first diagnosed with high blood pressure, she became very aware of some of the health problems in her community...

PHEC 204: Redefining Self-Care For Community Health Workers, With Tasha Whitaker

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this podcast episode is Tasha Whitaker, a national speaker, author, educator, trainer, and owner of CREW Wellness, LLC., a health educat...

PHEC 203: Online Exposure And Public Health, With Omari Richins, MPH

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Omari Richins, founder of The Public Health Millennial, joins us on this episode to share his public health journey. Omari currently holds the positi...

PHEC 202: For the Community, By the Community, Interview with Alejandra Cabrera, MPH

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

American Indian and Alaska Native tribes have a history of trauma, and to this day are still marginalized in a multitude of ways in the United States...

PHEC 201: Public Health in a Post-Pandemic World, Interview with Nebraska DHHS CEO Dannette Smith

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Public health is no longer a silent partner, but a major one. Following the pandemic, we've all realized that everything must be filtered through a p...

Why The Best Time To Start Public Health Consulting Is Right NOW!

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I'm going to talk about why right now is the best time to start your public health consulting business.

PHEC 200: What I Love About Podcasting, After 200 Episodes

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we celebrate our 200th episode of the Public Health in Epidemiology Careers podcast, I wanted to use this opportunity to share my seven favorite t...

How To Narrow Down Your Public Health Ideas and Start Your Business with Confidence!

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus episode, we are going to focus on how to sort through your public health ideas and build your business with confidence!

PHEC 199: Top Five Public Health Career Tips and Advice

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The doorstep of our 200th episode is a good time to pause and reflect. As we look back on the last 198 episodes, it has been all about sharing career ...

Work Full-time and Run Your Consulting Business, Like a BOSS!

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is taken from a LinkedIn Live recording where I share three helpful tips for working full time and running a consulting business.

PHEC 198: Faith Based Health Promotion Opportunities, with Tonya Nash, MPH

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When there is no clear path, make your own. Our guest on this episode had been faced with what could be considered challenges, but which she instead ...

PHEC 197: Thinking Creatively About Public Health, With Dr. April Moreno

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. April Moreno knows how it feels to live with an autoimmune condition, and her diagnosis is what drove her to help others with this type of diseas...

You Will Be Upset If You Miss This

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The last day to enroll in the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO 2021 is May 31st. Public Health Entrepreneurs Summer Camp starts on Jun...

PHEC 196: Empowering Underserved Communities, With Tamara Mason, MPH

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Consultant, advocate, professional, entrepreneur; our guest today holds all of these titles, and works across numerous public health silos with a pass...

PHEC 195: Doughnuts and Data, Interview with Sitara Weerakoon, MPH & Mee-A Keeton, MPH

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The guests featured on this podcast often find creative and fun ways to introduce their community to the world of epidemiology, and today's guests are...

PHEC 194: Public Health Veterinary Epidemiology, Interview With Dr. Millicent Eidson

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we take a special journey exploring the intersection of public health, veterinary medicine, and epidemiology, welcoming Dr. Millicent Eidson to...

Updates About the Podcast, Upcoming Webinars, and Summer Camp

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus episode, I'm sharing three important updates for our public health community. The updates include the podcast, upcoming webinars, and su...

PHEC 193: Pricing And Promoting Your New Consulting Services, Coaching Call With Kaitlyn

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you are new to the public health space or you have been in the game for years, pricing your services can be one of the most challenging aspect...

PHEC 192: Intersection of Health and Politics, Interview with Anna Ryu

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare yourself to be inspired and amazed by this episode! Anna, a current student at Tulane University, walks us through her fascinating journey and...

PHEC 191: Public Health Freelancer, Interview With Melanie Padgett Powers

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Melanie Padgett Powers is a freelance writer, magazine managing editor, copy editor and proofreader in the Washington, D.C., area. She has a backgroun...

Grateful, Honored & Encouraged

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The first quarter of the year has already passed by, and has left me feeling grateful, honored, and encouraged. I've taken time to pause and reflect a...

PHEC 190: Sorting Through Consulting Ideas, Coaching Call With Meagan

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I'm sharing another Q&A coaching session with one of the members of the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO group. Meaga...

PHEC 189: Public Health Career & Business Resources

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you interested in a public health career? Are you interested in public health consulting or entrepreneurship? The Public Health Epidemiology Caree...

PHEC 188: 7 Online Networking Tips For Public Health Professionals

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is your networking strategy online? What is your favorite social media platform? How do you reach out to request new connections to add to your n...

PHEC 187: Easy Public Health Networking, With Chambraia

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I'm connecting the recording from the LinkedIn live from this week because I want you to hear the conversation. My guest during this ...

Public Health Inspiration, What Others Are Saying

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The best way for me to share it is by sharing the feedback from others who have experienced it and who are experiencing it for themselves. I'm so pass...

PHEC 186: From Mechanical Engineering & Aerospace To Public Health, With Vicki Hart, PhD, MS

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When she left aerospace, she originally planned to pursue a MS in statistics. In her first year, she took an epidemiology course as an elective and wa...

PHEC 185: Where Do I Start, Coaching Call With Sueny

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I'm sharing a conversation from a Q&A coaching session with one of the members of the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXP...

PHEC 184: United South and Eastern Tribes, Tribal Epidemiology Center, with Imani Ransby, MPH

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You're about to meet Imani Ransby, with the United South and Eastern Tribes, Tribal Epidemiology Center. The United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) is...

PHEC 183: How Do I Narrow Down My Ideas For Consulting, Coaching Call With LaQuasha

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I'm sharing another Q&A coaching session with one of the members of the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO group. Dr. L...

PHEC 182: Learn About The CDC Global Health Fellowship Program, With Christine Caraballo

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Many public health students and graduates desire to work with the CDC, but don't know how to connect with the organization or don't know much about th...

I Wish I Had This When I Was Working On My MPH

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Several people have already told me how much they wish they had a community like our EXPO group when they were working on their degree in public healt...

PHEC 181: How Do I Determine My Niche, Coaching Call With Saran

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I thought it would be helpful to share my coaching session with one of the first coaching giveaway winners, Saran, of the Public Heal...

PHEC 180: Alaska Native Epidemiology Center, with Audrey Juliussen & Jordan Skan

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You're about to meet Audrey Juliussen and Jordan Skan, with the Alaska Native Epidemiology Center. The Alaska Native Epidemiology Center (ANEC) is jus...

PHEC 179: Public Health Executive Leadership, With Brittany Marshall, DrPH, MPH

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, you'll meet Dr. Brittany Marshall and learn about her public health career journey. Here are just a few things that really stood out ...

PHEC 178: Public Health Passion For The Latinx Community, With Paulina Sosa, MPH

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Paulina Sosa, Chair of Latinx COVID-19 Task Force & Doctoral student at Johns Hopkins Public health informatics program. She is also the founde...

PHEC 177: Creatively Advancing Public Health

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to a brand new year! The year 2020 was filled with ups and downs for me, as I know it was for many of ...

New Years Announcement

01 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, I will share a couple of important announcements, as well as officially wish you a Happy New Year.

PHEC 176: Interview With Forrest Lester & Delores Becenti, Navajo Epidemiology Center

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You're about to meet Forrest Lester and Delores Becenti, with the Navajo Epidemiology Center. The Navajo Epidemiology Center (NEC) was established in ...

PHEC 175: What is the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO?

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this brand new episode of the podcast, I'm going to explain to you exactly what the upcoming 2021 Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO...

PHEC 174: The 10 Most Popular Interviews of 2020

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this brand new episode of the podcast, I'm going to share the 10 most popular interview episodes of 2020, as well as a couple of episodes that dese...

PHEC 173: Five Strategies To Help You Wrap Up The Year

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Learn five strategies that public health students and professionals can use to help wrap up the year and prepare to move forward. Be sure to listen to...

PHEC 172: Interview With Kristi McClamroch, PhD, MPH, Public Health Connected

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Dr. Kristi McClamroch, infectious disease epidemiologist and founder of Public Health Connected. On this episode, you'll have the opportunity to ...

PHEC 171: Interview With Dr. Amruta Dixit, Albuquerque Area Southwest Tribal Epidemiology Center

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, you'll meet Dr. Amruta Dixit with the Albuquerque Area Southwest Tribal Epidemiology Center, and hear about her journey into public ...

PHEC 170: Take Time To Pause & Reflect

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We can certainly all agree that this year has been more than stressful. I think it is important to take time to pause and reflect.  Reflect on what y...

PHEC 169: Black Public Health Student Network With Alexis Hooper and Toni Junious

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This particular episode will be a little different than my typical interviews, because it is more student-focused rather than from the perspective of...

PHEC 168: Interview With Ivan Juzang, Founder Of MEE Productions

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you are a regular listener of the podcast, then you've likely heard a recent special promotional announcement from one of our sponsors, MEE Product...