Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Nation

By Melanie Sona and Erin Liedtke

Erin and Melanie are on a mission to uncover the powerful connection between neighborhoods and health. Did you know your zip code can influence your health more than your genetic code? Each episode, t... more

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May 12, 2025 We're Back!
It’s been a minute… but we’re back! After a break, we're returning with fresh energy, new ideas, and some exciting updates for the podcast. In this comeback episode, we’re catching you up on what we’ve been up to, what’s changing, and what you can expect moving forward—including a brand new schedule: new episodes every other week!
Thanks for sticking with us—we’ve missed you, and we can’t wait to get into what’s next.
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October 28, 2024 Vote! Vote! Vote! With Vot-ER
In this episode, we chat with Marcos Damian-Noyola, Senior Partnerships Manager at Vot-ER, about the organization's impactful nonpartisan initiatives to enhance voter registration and mobilization. Marcos shares insights into how healthcare professionals play a vital role in encouraging civic engagement, alongside the resources Vot-ER provides, such as badges and voting reminders. We also explore community partnerships and important information for voting in the upcoming election on November 5th. Tune in to discover how voting makes healthier neighborhoods! Go Vote!
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Plan to vote
Rideshare to polls
VotER
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September 23, 2024 Season 6 Finale: Recap and Reflections
In this episode of Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Nation, Melanie and Erin look back on the powerful journey of Season 6, where they explored the impactful efforts being made to address health inequities in America. Join them as they dive into the lessons they've learned and the deep insights they've gained, offering a hopeful outlook on the future of health equity. Thank you for sticking with us as we uncover how healthy neighborhoods are truly the foundation of a healthier nation!

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September 09, 2024 Progress in Public Health: A Conversation with Dr. Brian Castrucci
In this episode, we're joined by Brian Castrucci, CEO of the de Beaumont Foundation, to explore what it will take to move public health forward. We dive into key issues such as effective communication, rebuilding trust in public health after the pandemic, and the importance of working at all levels of public health. Brian also shares insights into the initiatives led by the de Beaumont Foundation aimed at improving public health outcomes across the country.

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de Beaumont Foundation

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August 26, 2024 Neighborhood News: Uplifting Health Initiatives from Lindsay Heights to Rural Georgia
Tune in to another exciting episode of Neighborhood News with Melanie and Erin! This week, Melanie takes us to Milwaukee’s Lindsay Heights neighborhood, where inspiring community-driven initiatives are transforming health, wellness, and quality of life for residents. Then, Erin shines a light on the strides being made in Georgia, where Morehouse School is tackling the critical issue of maternal health in rural communities. Have a story to share about impactful efforts in your neighborhood? We’d love to hear from you! Help us continue celebrating the local movements that are shaping a healthier nation.

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National Good Neighbor Day Website

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August 19, 2024 Prescribing Away Infant Poverty With Dr. Mona Hanna
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha to explore her groundbreaking program, Rx Kids, which aims to combat child poverty by providing a universal basic income to Flint's youngest residents. We discuss the wide-ranging implications of this initiative, from reducing financial stress for new mothers to reshaping the future of child health and well-being in Flint and beyond. Join us as we dive into how Rx Kids could be a model for addressing child poverty on a national scale.
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July 29, 2024 Empowering Health Through Clean Energy: Dr. Anna Goldman's Innovative Approach
This week on the Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Nation podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Dr. Anna Goldman, a primary care physician at Boston Medical Center with a passion for serving underserved populations and addressing their healthcare and social needs.

Dr. Goldman introduces us to her brilliant Clean Power Prescription initiative, which aims to alleviate the burden of energy insecurity and the devastating impacts of a warming climate on her patient population through environmentally sustainable means. She shares her experiential insights and strategies to advocate for health by addressing social determinants and reducing health disparities in a unique and impactful way.

Tune in to hear Dr. Goldman's inspiring approach to integrating environmental sustainability into healthcare and learn how innovative solutions can drive positive change in our communities.

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July 22, 2024 Breaking Barriers in Maternal Care with Karie E. Stewart
In this episode of the Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Nation Podcast, we welcome Karie E. Stewart, a dedicated midwife and the founder of Melanated Midwives. Join us for a candid conversation about the pressing inequities in maternal health outcomes and the crucial role midwives play in addressing these disparities.

Karie shares her journey and the mission behind Melanated Midwives, an organization committed to supporting BIPOC student midwives through their training programs, with the aim of diversifying the midwifery workforce. Together, we explore the holistic approach at the heart of midwifery care practices. By placing mothers at the center, this approach offers a powerful framework for improving maternal health outcomes and tackling disparities.

Tune in to learn about the transformative potential of midwifery care and the steps we can take towards a more equitable healthcare system for all mothers.

Episode Link(s):
⁠Karie's Website

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July 15, 2024 Barbershops, Bridges, and Better Health with Dr. Terri Richardson
Join us for a very special episode as we sit down with Dr. Terri Richardson, a prominent physician and mentor to Erin. Dr. Richardson shares the incredible work of the Colorado Black Health Collaborative (CBHC) and their innovative barber shop program, which has significantly impacted community health by meeting people where they are.
Discover the importance of culturally tailored health initiatives and hear about the additional efforts CBHC is spearheading to improve the health of the Black community in Colorado. Dr. Richardson also reflects on her inspiring journey as a physician, offering valuable insights into what can be done to better care for the Black community.
Don't miss this enlightening and heartfelt discussion. Give our episode a listen and be inspired by Dr. Richardson's dedication and vision for a healthier future.
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Barber Shop Program

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July 08, 2024 The Power of Community Voices in Addressing Health Disparities With Dr. Consuelo Wilkins
In the first episode of our Health Disparities Season, we sit down with Dr. Consuelo Wilkins to delve into the world of community-based research. We explore what this approach looks like in practice, its benefits for both research and the community, and the crucial role of trust-building. Dr. Wilkins also sheds light on how community-based research can be a powerful tool in mitigating health disparities. Join us for an insightful discussion on the transformative impact of engaging community voices in health research.
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