Hello Public Health Insiders! Happy Holidays! We’ve heard through the grapevine that many people in our community are looking for tips on graduate school applications and securing practicum positions as part of their program. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we have assembled an awesome team who will be sharing their lessons learned so you can put your best foot forward. Some topics covered include:◼️ Picking the right postgraduate program for you◼️ Crafting the story for your personal statement◼️ How to reach out to organizations for practicum placements locally and globally◼️ Differences between practicums and internshipsPodcast Host◼️ Bindra Shah, BMSc, MPH◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc◼️ Jawairia Mohammed, HBSc◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Have you been trying traditional ways of job searching for a while and things aren’t working out the way you had hoped? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we share our knowledge to inspire job seekers to be more creative in their job search, with a focus on:◼️ Entry-Level Jobs To Search For◼️ Thinking Outside-the-Box to Find Jobs Using LinkedIn and Vertical Search Engines◼️ Networking Inside and Outside of Your Organization To Discover Opportunities◼️ Closing the Deal In Your Interview and Securing Job Opportunities◼️ Pinpointing Salary Expectations & Ways To Approach Salary Negotiations◼️ Moving Forward After RejectionNote: This podcast is based on a Live Q&A that was initially recorded in March 2022. The full video can be found on our YouTube Channel. Podcast Hosts◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Sajjad Fazel, PharmD, MPHVertical Job Search Engines◼️ https://elute.ca/◼️ https://ca.indeed.com/◼️ https://wowjobs.ca/ Interview ResourcesCareerVidz YouTube Channel by Richard McMunnSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Have you been trying traditional ways of job searching for a while and things aren’t working out the way you had hoped? This can be a challenge for seasoned public health professionals with many years of experience, new graduates, and professionals looking to relocate to a different country. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we share our responses to questions submitted by more than 150 public health job seekers looking to have more success in their job search, covering the following:◼️ Availability of remote jobs◼️ Graduate degrees that give you an edge in the job market◼️ Essential competencies and soft skills to showcase in your job search◼️ How to frame your job applications with little or ‘no’ experience and highlight your strengths◼️ Determining an appropriate salary for a position◼️ The best time to start applying for jobs in your graduate programNote: This podcast is based on a Live Q&A that was initially recorded in March 2022. The full video can be found on our YouTube Channel. Podcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Sajjad Fazel, PharmD, MPHSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Are you or someone you know planning to submit an MPH program application for the upcoming admission cycle? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we share our responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs) from more than 150 prospective MPH students about the application and admission process, with a focus on:◼️ What You Should Consider Before Applying to MPH Programs◼️ Choosing the Right MPH Program for You◼️ What to Avoid on Your MPH Application◼️ How to Stand Out on Your MPH ApplicationNote: This podcast is based on a Live Q&A that was initially recorded in January 2022. The full video can be found on our YouTube Channel. Podcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Bindra Shah, BMSc, MPH◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Formal education isn’t the only way to take the next steps in your career and that’s why in this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we share 3 certifications or credentials that you can pursue to either level up in the public health job market or to get your next promotion.Podcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Resources for Our Discussion◼️ Credentialed Evaluator (CE) by the Canadian Evaluation Society◼️ Public Health Administrator by The Public Health Practitioner Certification Board, Inc◼️ Certified Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (PAPHS) by The American College of Sports Medicine, in collaboration with the National Physical Activity Society◼️ Top 5 Certifications You Should Pursue to Advance Your Public Health CareerSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Episode 143: Master’s Degrees That Can Get You Into Public Health WorkWe need to be the MOST interdisciplinary field to truly advance the health of populations, which means that a Master of Public Health (MPH) isn't the only way to go. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about some other Masters' degrees that can land you a career in public health and where that expertise can make an impact.Podcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Resources for Our Discussion◼️ List of Master’s Degrees◼️ List of Bachelor’s DegreesSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

You’ve finished up your formal education and yet you find yourself continually wanting to learn and improve. Look no further because in this episode, we will be presenting you with 3 more FREE courses that you can take to enhance your knowledge and how to use them to stand out in your public health job applications.Add The Podcast Hosts On LinkedIn◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Three Free Courses◼️ Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health◼️ Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Approach◼️ Summary Statistics in Public HealthSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Have you ever considered a career in public health, but were unsure if it was the right fit for you? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we discuss 5 key reasons why you need to be pursuing a public health career.Podcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Resources for Our Discussion◼️ Why Work In Public Health◼️ 5 Reasons To Study Public Health◼️ 5 Reasons NOT To Go Into Public HealthSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Pursuing a postgraduate level education may not be an option for some people in the current phase of their career but does this mean that there are no pathways to make a meaningful contribution to public health? In this episode, we will be talking about some:◼️ Bachelor’s degrees that can get one foot in the door of public health; and◼️ Strategies you can use to get experience with your current level of education.Podcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Resources for Our Discussion◼️ 7 Core Competencies You Need to Excel in Public Health◼️ Areas Where You Can Work In Public Health & Job Titles To Search ForSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

There are countless positions out there in public health where you can make an impact. Luckily, we have you covered, one career at a time, in our “What They Really Do” series. Tune into this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast as Aaron Borrelli joins us to talk about:◼️ What public health advisors and public health analysts do;◼️ Typical educational requirements and years of experience needed;◼️ Which organizations tend to hire public health advisors and analysts;◼️ Core competencies and skills needed for public health advisors;◼️ What day-to-day work looks like in the role and in the federal government; and◼️ Most challenging and surprising parts of the rolePodcast Guest◼️ Aaron Borrelli, BSc, MHMS, MPHPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Public Health is the BEST career path to choose if you're interested in the health of populations. While public health offers many fields to work to learn, grow, and contribute, the challenge becomes what positions to put in your job search. In this episode, we share:◼️ Areas of public health that you can work in; ◼️ Organizations that hire public health professionals; and ◼️ What job titles to look for in your job search.Podcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Resources for Our Discussion◼️ List of Job Titles To Search For In Public HealthSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

The marginalized groups experiencing health inequities globally are often the same ones who get discriminated against while working in global health to address the issues. The global health infrastructure needs as much “fixing” as the health inequities themselves.After stepping away from a career in global health in 2020, Lazenya Weekes-Richemond joins the Public Health Insight Podcast to talk about:◼️ The emotional toll of working in global health for over a decade;◼️ How global health can more meaningfully include voices from low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs);◼️ What changes she would need to see in global health practice before stepping back firmly into the field; and◼️ Considerations aspiring professionals should be aware of before pursuing a career in global healthPodcast Guest◼️ Lazenya Weekes-Richemond, MScPodcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ Why I Left My Career In Global Health◼️ How global are global health boards?◼️ Dear White Women In International Development◼️ The unidirectional nature of Global HealthOffice HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Lazenya Weekes-Richemond worked in global health for 14 years managing large-scale projects across several regions, until she ultimately decided to leave in 2020. In this episode of the Public Health Insight, we talk to Lazenya to learn about:◼️ Her experience working in global health;◼️ The reasons she stepped away from the field; and◼️ How a lack of leadership diversity influences program decisions and deliveryPodcast Guest◼️ Lazenya Weekes-Richemond, MScPodcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ Why I Left My Career In Global Health◼️ How global are global health boards?◼️ Dear White Women In International DevelopmentOffice HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Over the last several years, there have been a variety of circumstances that allowed people to consider public health as a career path. Public health is quite a broad field but generally speaking, there are things people can expect when working in this field. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about five things you should consider before pursuing a career in public health.Podcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Learn More◼️ Why Work In Public Health◼️ 5 Reasons To Study Public HealthSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Global health and local health have never been more interrelated than now. However, working collaboratively in the global health space can present many unique challenges. The good news is that these complexities can be navigated through effective global health practice. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Garry Aslanyan, Manager of Partnerships and Governance at the WHO TDR, remains to continue the discussion on the:◼️ Importance of pragmatism when working within the complexity of global health;◼️ Key traits of global health leaders;◼️ Most enjoyable components of working at the WHO TDR;◼️ Ongoing strategic work to shape Canada’s future role in global health; and◼️ Global health Matters Podcast produced by TDR.Podcast Guest◼️Dr. Garry Aslanyan, DMD, MPH, FRCD(C): Twitter | LinkedInPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ Special Programme on Research and Training on Tropical Diseases (TDR)◼️ Global Health Matters Podcast◼️ Executive Course on Global Health Diplomacy at the University of Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public HealthOffice HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

What happens in one part of the world will undoubtedly impact somewhere else. Global health governance and diplomacy are essential in ensuring health is considered in foreign national security, trade policies, and geopolitical relationships. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Garry Aslanyan, Manager of Partnerships and Governance at the WHO TDR, joins to discuss:◼️ The best analogy for why dentists are a good fit in global health and public health;◼️ An overview of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Special Programme on Research and Training on Tropical Diseases (TDR);◼️ The practice of global health diplomacy◼️ The art of negotiation being a key competency in global health; and◼️ Executive Course in Global Health Diplomacy at the University of Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public Health;Podcast Guest◼️ Dr. Garry Aslanyan, DMD, MPH, FRCD(C): Twitter | LinkedInPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ Special Programme on Research and Training on Tropical Diseases (TDR)◼️ Global Health Matters Podcast◼️ Executive Course on Global Health Diplomacy at the University of Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public HealthOffice HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Many people spend only a brief moment skimming job postings but this is most likely doing you more harm than you realize. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we tell you why you need to spend more time analyzing public health job postings in detail and how to do it effectively. Specifically, we cover:◼️ The purpose of a job posting;◼️ The components of traditional job postings and how to analyze them;◼️ Using word clouds to help you to analyze job postings and preparing applications;◼️ The importance of referring to the job posting throughout the application, interview, and onboarding process.Podcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Learn More◼️ How to Decipher a Job Advertisement◼️ Before You Apply, Spend More Time and Analyze The Job Posting◼️ How to Analyze a Job Description to Boost Your Job Search◼️ Word Cloud WebsiteSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Once upon a time the boundaries between work and home may have been fairly clear. These days, maintaining a work-life balance is no simple task as work is more likely to invade your personal life. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about the importance of mastering the balancing act, how we know when there is an imbalance, and steps we take to achieve more harmony between our work and personal life.Podcast Host◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

What if there was a way to get world-class public health and global health education from top universities and organizations around the world for free? Would you believe or would you think it was a scam? The reality is that there are a myriad of online learning platforms that provide an avenue for you to expand your knowledge in a field or to learn something new. In this episode, we share 3 high-quality courses that you can take to upskill for career and job opportunities in public health and global health. Podcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Learn More◼️ Health Promotion Foundations by Public Health Ontario◼️ Essential Epidemiologic Tools for Public Health Practice by Johns Hopkins University (Taught by Dr. Aruna Chandran)◼️ Essentials of Global Health by Yale University (Taught by Richard Skolnik)Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to our newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Project management is increasingly being demanded for public health and global health positions. In previous episodes, we’ve talked about some of the reasons for that but in this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will share how you can level up for your next job by covering:◼️ Why you should get certified;◼️ Two popular project management certifications offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI);◼️ How to start the application process;◼️ What you should know when preparing for the exam; and◼️ Maintaining your certification and putting it to usePodcast Host◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Learn More◼️ Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)◼️ Project Management Professional (PMP)Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

“Epidemiologists are the eyes and ears of public health…the folks that help let the world know what’s going on and where we’re going. It can be an intense field. It’s a really fun and rewarding field. I have never in one day of my life regretted being an epidemiologist and with the constant supply of health problems, you will never be bored as an epidemiologist.”In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Dr. Annette Regan, an Assistant Professor and the Faculty Lead for the MPH Program at the University of San Francisco Orange County Campus, about:◼️ Minimum educational requirements to be an epidemiologist in the U.S.;◼️ University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions’ Orange County Campus MPH program with a concentration in applied epidemiology;◼️ Tips to develop your skills outside the classroom; ◼️ Recommended statistical software and program languages;◼️ What is being doing to address the shortage of epidemiologists; and◼️ Specialties that will be in demand in the futureAbout Our SponsorsThis episode was brought to you by the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions, which is leading the charge in educating professionals who can apply methodological training in epidemiology, biostatistics, and research methods through a social justice lens with a focus on reducing health disparities, promoting health equity, and improving population health, especially among historically and systemically disadvantaged communities.Learn more about the MPH programs at the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions’ Orange County Campus:◼️ MPH in Applied Epidemiology and Population Health Methods, Orange County Campus◼️ MPH in Community & Public Health Practice, Orange County CampusConnect with the Podcast Guest◼️ Dr. Annette Regan, MPH, PhDPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

There is currently a shortage of epidemiologists in the U.S., and according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for epidemiologists is projected to increase by 30% through 2030 - but why is that the case and what does this mean? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Annette Regan, Assistant Professor and Faculty Lead for the MPH Program at the University of San Francisco Orange County Campus, joins us to talk about why public health needs more epidemiologists, while exploring the following:◼️ What is epidemiology;◼️ Core competencies of epidemiologists;◼️ Differences between epidemiologists and biostatisticians;◼️ The various organizations that employ epidemiologists;◼️ Career opportunities to work with data; and◼️ Tips for international students or professionals to work as epidemiologists in the U.S.About Our SponsorsThis episode was brought to you by the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions, which is leading the charge in educating professionals who can apply methodological training in epidemiology, biostatistics, and research methods through a social justice lens with a focus on reducing health disparities, promoting health equity, and improving population health, especially among historically and systemically disadvantaged communities.Learn more about the MPH programs at the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions’ Orange County Campus:◼️ MPH in Applied Epidemiology and Population Health Methods, Orange County Campus◼️ MPH in Community & Public Health Practice, Orange County CampusConnect with the Podcast Guest◼️ Dr. Annette Regan, MPH, PhD.Podcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Starting a new job can be both exciting and terrifying. On the one hand, you can’t wait to apply your knowledge and skills to have a positive impact in your new work environment. On the other hand, you’re wondering if you have what it takes to succeed in this new position and why you were chosen amongst the other qualified candidates. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we try to help you simplify things by talking about some steps you can take to get up to speed during the first few days in your new role.Podcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MScSubscribe to the Newsletter◼️ The Insight - a weekly newsletter by Public Health Insight◼️ What’s Up Public Health - a monthly newsletter by Leshawn BenedictLeave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

In the words of Adam Grant, "Impostor syndrome is a paradox. Others believe in you. You don't believe in yourself. Yet you believe yourself instead of them. If you doubt yourself, shouldn't you also doubt your judgment of yourself? When multiple people believe in you, it might be time to believe them." In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we chat about:◼️ Our understanding of impostor syndrome with some examples, ;◼️ Factors that increase the likelihood of experiencing impostor syndrome;◼️ Distinction between self-esteem and (in)security; and◼️ Things you can do to overcome or harness impostor syndromePodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

The Global Health: Annual Review (GHAR) is an open-access peer-reviewed journal from the Global Health Office at McMaster University. GHAR serves as a platform to share insights and research written by global health students and researchers from around the world. The journal covers topics in public health, environmental health, child and maternal health, globalization, health equity and much more. In this episode,  Alyssa Adamo joins us to talk about:◼️What is GHAR?◼️The importance of open-access journals◼️Why it is important for there to be options for a wide array of submission types in global health journals ◼️Why you should consider submitting work to GHAR for publicationPodcast Guest◼️ Alyssa AdamoPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ Sign up for the workshop series here◼️ Global Health Annual ReviewOffice HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Meeting management is the process of organizing a meeting and facilitating it in such a way that desired results are achieved. While this sounds like common knowledge, the reality is that many meetings can still feel like a waste of time, with no clear purpose or sense of direction. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we discuss what to do before the meeting, during the meeting, and after the meeting to ensure you get the most of the experience. More specifically, we cover:◼️ How to you know if you need a meeting in the first place;◼️Best practices for creating an agenda, setting meeting goals, and assigning specific roles;◼️Importance of effective meeting facilitation; and◼️ Disseminating minutes and fostering accountability through following up on action itemsPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Confucius once said, “Choose a job you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.” While this may not be entirely true in some cases, finding the right career for you can be quite fulfilling and gives you a sense of purpose in both your personal and professional life. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Sujani Sivanantharajah, Founder of PH Spot, remains with us to share:◼️ What it means to build your ‘dream’ public health career; ◼️ Four components of your career compass and how they change overtime;◼️ How to assess your strengths; and◼️ About PH Spot’s intensive Career ProgramPodcast Guest◼️ Sujani Sivanantharajah, HBSc, MPHReferences for Our Discussion◼️ PH Spot Career Program (join the waitlist)◼️ Sujani's Book Recommendation Podcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

While entrepreneurship in public health has come a long way, there is still more room for innovation and growth. Despite these vast opportunities to add value to the field, many people remain reluctant to venture into the world of public health entrepreneurship. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Sujani Sivanantharajah, Founder of PH SPOT, joins us to talk about:◼️ Her journey into public health; ◼️The importance of innovation and entrepreneurship in public health;◼️ Whether entrepreneurship and business management should be a core part of the standard public health curriculum◼️ The mindset of a public health entrepreneur; and◼️ Lessons learned from starting her own company, PH SPOTPodcast Guest◼️ Sujani Sivanantharajah, HBSc, MPHReferences for Our Discussion◼️ PH Spot◼️ Burnout and the Public Health WorkforcePodcast Host◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here. Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Stakeholder engagement is a very important process used in public health and global health to proactively ensure the needs and desires of those who have a stake in a project, program or intervention are taken into consideration. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will touch on the art and science of stakeholder engagement and some tools we can use in practice. We will cover:◼️ What stakeholder engagement is◼️ Four key processes of stakeholder engagement ◼️ Tools and techniques to assist you in stakeholder engagement (stakeholder engagement matrix, Power Vs Interests Grid, Root Cause Analysis etc.)◼️ The relationship between project management and public healthPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Dr. Michael J. Strong is the President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), an organization pursuing equitable health outcomes for Canadians powered by excellence in research. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Strong sits down with us to chat about:◼️ Demystifying scientists;◼️ Important traits for leadership in health research;◼️ Shifting health research priorities during the pandemic;◼️ Importance of learning health systems; and ◼️ Knowledge mobilization integrated into the research processPodcast Guest◼️ Dr. Michael J. Strong, MD, FRCPC, FAAN, FCAHS Podcast Hosts◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ Canadian Institutes of Health Research◼️ On the Mic with Mike PodcastSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Teaching MaterialsIf you are an educator interested in using any of our podcast material in your teaching material, feel free to do so or reach out through at [email protected]. We’d also be happy to connect regarding any guest lecture opportunities. Learn more about our previous collaborations.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is Canada's federal funding agency for health research, collaborating with partners and researchers to support the discoveries and innovations that improve our health and strengthen our health care system. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Dr. Michael Strong about:◼️ How he became President of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research;◼️ Why he was initially hesitant to take on the role;◼️ How CIHR informs evidence-informed policy making in the Canadian Government◼️ How the $1.3 billion funding is allocated annually; and◼️ What equitable funding in health research looks like in practicePodcast Guest◼️ Dr. Michael J. Strong, MD, FRCPC, FAAN, FCAHS Podcast Hosts◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ Canadian Institutes of Health ResearchSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Teaching MaterialsIf you are an educator interested in using any of our podcast material in your teaching material, feel free to do so or reach out through at [email protected]. We’d also be happy to connect regarding any guest lecture opportunities. Learn more about our previous collaborations. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Project management is increasingly being demanded for public health and global health positions, but why is that the case? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will go over all the reasons why a working knowledge of project management methodologies can help you become a better practitioner in the field. We will cover:◼️ What are projects and what is project management?◼️ The value of project management in public health and global health◼️ Why are projects initiated and why do projects fail?◼️ Factors that might influence the success of a projectPodcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

We often hear the term “community of practice” in public health and global health, but what are they and how do they work? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Gordon sits down with Leshawn Benedict, a Community Manager for a Global Health Community of Practice, to pick his brain about: ◼️ The purpose of communities of practices;◼️ Traits of an effective community of practice◼️ How to successfully engage interdisciplinary teams spread across the globe◼️ Alternative job titles for a community manager; and◼️ Salary expectationsPodcast Guest◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Podcast Host◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

It might seem like there are endless job opportunities to make an impact in public health, but one of the core pillars of a strong workforce in the field are its Health Promoters. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Leshawn interviews Gordon Thane, 2021 recipient of the Lori Chow Memorial Award from Health Promotion Ontario, to find out about: ◼️ The field of health promotion;◼️ What health promoters do in their job;◼️ Core competencies of an effective health promoter;◼️ Alternative job titles for a health promoter; and◼️ Salary expectationsPodcast Guest◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Podcast Hosts◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

You’re coming to the end of your graduate degree in your public health or global health program, you’ve already secured a practicum that you’re really excited about, and now you might be considering whether to rest on your laurels. The reality is that this is only the beginning of your journey and in this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will share 3 things you absolutely should do while your program is coming to a close that will set you up for success as you start your career.Podcast Hosts◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute session by booking a one-on-one appointment here: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehours. Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

What should you do when you finally start to get interviews from your stellar job applications, but you aren’t receiving any job offers? In this episode, we’ll be talking about:◼️ The main reasons you’re not getting any job offers, ◼️ How to answer some interview questions◼️ The importance of confidence in your interview performance◼️ How to select the most appropriate references, and◼️ What other things you can do to increase your chances of being offered the position.Podcast Hosts◼️ Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®References for Our Discussion◼️ LinkedIn Job Interview PrepSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some support and guidance for the next steps in your education or to grow your career? Feel free to schedule a free 30-minute one-on-one appointment by visiting: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/contact/#officehoursSend us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Set against the backdrop of the opioid epidemic in the United States and Canada, a Biology professor, a single-mom, and an undercover FBI agent find themselves at the crossroads of the Opioid crisis as Big Pharma brings a new product to the market and drug trafficking runs rampant. This story is depicted in the fictional film, Crisis (2021), and in this episode, we will use the movie as a scaffold to discuss the drivers of the opioid epidemic in North America and the broader public health concerns for our society.Podcast HostsPurva Mehta, BMSc, MScGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Bindra Shah, BMSc, MPHSpoiler Alert: This episode contains spoilers and will almost certainly ruin the movie for you, so come back to this after you’ve had a chance to watch it. If you’ve heard of the movie and haven’t yet been convinced to watch, keep listening. It will be worth your while. For those who’ve already watched it, enjoy the ride.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Teaching MaterialsIf you are an educator interested in using any of our podcast material in your teaching material, feel free to do so or reach out through at [email protected]. We’d also be happy to connect regarding any guest lecture opportunities. Learn more about our previous collaborations. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

After reaching the two-year anniversary since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020, we are once again left with more questions than answers about what the future might look like. But, in order to look at the future, we must first examine the past and the present. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Lisa Doggett, Senior Medical Director at HGS AxisPoint Health, joins us to talk about lessons learned from:What public health got right during the COVID-19 response and some shortcomings;The importance of public health communication in times of scientific uncertainty;Determining the point at which COVID-19 transitions from a pandemic to endemic; andThe impact of the pandemic on public health programming such as other immunization campaigns, and cancer prevention and treatment servicesPodcast GuestLisa Doggett, MD, MPH, FAAFP Podcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®References for Our DiscussionHGS AxisPoint HealthAmerican Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Vaccine Science FellowshipWhen will the COVID-19 pandemic end?Subscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Teaching MaterialsIf you are an educator interested in using any of our podcast material in your teaching material, feel free to do so or reach out through at [email protected]. We’d also be happy to connect regarding any guest lecture opportunities. Learn more about our previous collaborations. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Tired of sending out countless job applications and haven't received any interviews? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about some of the main reasons job applicants don't get any interviews and an exciting upcoming event featuring a career coach who will share some insider information on what employers are actually looking for in your resume cover letter and job interview (link below).Registration for the 'Why You’re Not Getting Interviews & Job Offers' Live Q&A EventRegister for the Live Q&A on Thursday, April 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/why-youre-not-getting-interviews-and-job-offers-tickets-302292845037Podcast HostsLeshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the latest news, live events, jobs, professional development, and learning opportunities here.Leave Us a RatingBe 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.Teaching MaterialsIf you are an educator interested in using any of our podcast material in your teaching material, feel free to do so or reach out at [email protected]. We’d also be happy to connect regarding any guest lecture opportunities. Learn more about our previous collaborations. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

There is an infectious disease affecting people all around the world and was responsible for more than 1 million deaths globally in 2020. If you had to guess, maybe you would think it was COVID-19. Think again, because it's a disease that was first discovered in the 1800s, called Tuberculosis (TB). In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we’ll be speaking with two guests from Stop TB Canada about:The history of TB in Canada and the current burden of disease;How the TB programs at Toronto Public Health and the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority (NITHA) typically operate;The impact of COVID-19 on patients and services; andThe urgent need to prioritize programs targeted to the prevention, control, and elimination of this disease.Podcast GuestTina Campbell, BSN, RN Dr. Elizabeth Rea, MDPodcast HostsLeshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®References for Our DiscussionSTOP TB CanadaNorthern Inter-Tribal Health Authority (NITHA)Toronto Public HealthSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Teaching MaterialsIf you are an educator interested in using any of our podcast material in your teaching material, feel free to do so or reach out through at [email protected]. We’d also be happy to connect regarding any guest lecture opportunities. Learn more about our previous collaborations. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

If public health is a population-based field of science for preventing diseases and promoting health, what can a corporate defense attorney possibly do to positively influence the health of millions of people? Discovering the impacts of toxic chemicals on a community and holding chemical companies accountable for their actions is a good place to start. Understanding the intersection of science, regulatory processes, and law is of critical importance to ensuring an environment that preserves the health of humans and animals.In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we spoke to Rob Bilott, Partner and internationally-recognized Attorney at Taft Law Firm, about his work in uncovering the public health impact of forever chemicals, advocating for environmental justice through the practice of law, and his book, Exposure, which was adapted into a film called Dark Waters.Podcast GuestRob BilottPodcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Purva Mehta, BMSc, MScBindra Shah, BMSc, MPHReferences for Our Discussion[Book] Exposure: Poisoned Water, Corporate Greed, and One Lawyer's Twenty-Year Battle against DuPont[Movie] Dark Waters[Documentary] The Devil We KnowSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Digital technology has the potential to transform life as we know it - from automating daily tasks, to essentially allowing us to carry around pocket-sized computers. Whatever the case, we are fully immersed in this digital age for better or for worse. Global targets have been set to ensure health for all by 2030, and while health systems around the world face challenges in achieving these targets, African health systems in particular are at a critical point of digital transformation. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Njide Ndili, Country Director for PharmAccess, about what needs to happen for us to achieve universal health coverage under UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SD3).Podcast GuestNjide Ndili, MBAPodcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Linda Holdbrook, BSc, MPHReferences for Our DiscussionGoverning Health Futures 2030The Lancet and Financial Times Commission on governing health futures 2030: growing up in a digital worldSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Navigating the public health and global health space as a student and early career professional can be difficult. Understanding that so many people face similar challenges, we identified a need to do things differently. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will be talking about some of the key lessons we learned from actively engaging with hundreds of aspiring public health professionals through our free service, Office Hours.Podcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Other Episodes You Should Check Out67: Continuing Education in Public Health and Global Health: What You Need to Know About Doing a PhD, DrPH, and an MPH68: Finding Job Opportunities After Completing Your Public Health Program: How to Get Experience Without Experience100: Top 5 Certifications You Should Pursue to Advance Your Public Health Career102: 7 Core Competencies You Need to Excel in Public Health105: Frequently Asked Questions About Pursuing Public Health Education, Jobs, & CareersSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursIf you are a student, recent graduate, or looking to make a career change towards public health, and you need some additional support and guidance, check out our previous podcast episodes and feel free to reach out to us by sending us an email to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Office Hours’.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

A career in public health can be fulfilling but it's more of a journey than a destination, and along that journey, we're often faced with questions like what should I do after finishing my Bachelor's Degree, is an undergrad sufficient to get me the job I want, and how will the MPH help me achieve my career goals? In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we answer these questions and some other frequently asked questions, such as how to get job opportunities after graduation with little experience and stay tuned until the end where we share some pro tips if you want to go one step further to stand out in the job market.Podcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Other Episodes You Should Check Out67: Continuing Education in Public Health and Global Health: What You Need to Know About Doing a PhD, DrPH, and an MPH68: Finding Job Opportunities After Completing Your Public Health Program: How to Get Experience Without Experience96: What You Should Consider Before Applying to MPH Programs97: What You Might Be Doing Wrong On Your MPH Applications100: Top 5 Certifications You Should Pursue to Advance Your Public Health Career102: 7 Core Competencies You Need to Excel in Public HealthSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Office HoursLooking for some additional support and guidance? Check out our previous podcast episodes and feel free to reach out to us by sending us an email to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Office Hours’.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Tobacco use is currently the leading cause of preventable death, responsible for more than eight million deaths worldwide each year. Given this reality, healthcare companies still committed to smoking cessation can play a pivotal role in addressing this escalating smoking and nicotine addiction epidemic. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we speak with Dr. Cindy Jacobs, President and Chief Medical Officer of Achieve Life Sciences, about new therapeutic modalities designed to make it easier for individuals trying to quit smoking.Podcast HostsDr. Cindy Jacobs, Ph.D, MDPodcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®William Wang, BA, MPH, PMP®References for Our DiscussionAchieve Life SciencesWorld Health Organization: TobaccoYahoo News: Achieve Life Sciences Appointment Announcements Subscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

What happens when scientists try to advise policymakers and decision-makers about a significant threat to public health and they fail to act? What if you then found out that not only did these decision-makers fail to act, but instead chose to exploit the situation for economic gain? While this sounds like an all too familiar present-day scenario, this story is captured in the fictional Netflix film titled, “Don’t Look Up”, where two astronomers identify a catastrophic comet heading towards earth and the fate of humanity is left in the hands of politicians and some of the world’s richest people. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we explore some key questions:Do scientists and public health professionals need communication or media training as part of their education?How important is the credibility of the messenger in science communication for the general public?Should astronomers, physicists, and other disciplines have a more prominent role in public health?Will the fate of the planet be determined by corporate/political greed or a failure of science?Spoiler Alert: This episode contains spoilers and will almost certainly ruin the movie for you, so come back to this after you’ve had a chance to watch it. If you’ve heard of the movie and haven’t yet been convinced to watch, keep listening. It will be worth your while. For those who’ve already watched it, enjoy the ride.Podcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Purva Mehta, BMSc, MScHassan Shaban, HBASBindra Shah, BMSc, MPHSubscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Whether you’re an aspiring public health professional who is unsure about how to get noticed by a potential employer or you’ve already been working in the public health field for a period of time, there are skills we must continually work to develop to allow us to excel in an evolving public health landscape. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will be talking about seven core competencies that are crucial for the effective practice of public health.Podcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities. Subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Nominate a Community StarPublic Health Insight Community Stars aims to highlight the diversity of individuals working to create change for lasting positive impacts in our communities, through the application of public health and global health practice. If you want to nominate our next star, please send the nominee’s contact details to [email protected] or through any of our social media platforms. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

One of the things we always hear from our community of people - some aspiring to go into the field of public health and others having some work experience in other fields - is what is considered as public health experience. In order to answer the question, we must first understand what public health is. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we talk about:Standard definitions from the WHO, PHAC, CDC, APHA, and CPHA;Our current understanding of public health and how it changed since first pursuing public health;What public health means to our community stars;Some careers that exist in the public health field; andWhat things are not considered to be public healthPodcast HostsGordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®Subscribe to the NewsletterWhat if there was an easy way to receive timely information about public health and global health right to your inbox? Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop about the latest news, live events, jobs, and professional development opportunities: https://thepublichealthinsight.com/subscribe/.Leave Us a RatingIf 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.Nominate a Community StarPublic Health Insight Community Stars aims to highlight the diversity of individuals working to create change for lasting positive impacts in our communities, through the application of public health and global health practice. If you want to nominate our next star, please send the nominee’s contact details to [email protected] or through any of our social media platforms. Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.