Collective action is the engine of public health transformation. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Vinu Ilakkuvan shares the tactics that turn community frustration into real-world victories, like Pittsburgh’s fight for public water. The conversation also explores how building coalitions, fostering local connections, and embracing joy can challenge entrenched power and spark lasting change. 

References for Our Discussion

◼️An overview of the commercial determinants of health

◼️Pop Health   

◼️Gaslit Blogs 

Guest

◼️Dr. Vinu Ilakkuvan, DrPH, Founder and Principal Consultant, PoP Health

Host(s)

◼️Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc

Producer(s)

◼️Abhinya Gulasingam

◼️Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®

Production Notes

◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music Room

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