Best EmPowHering Podcasts (2025)

In this timely episode, the host of "What is Public Health" podcast, Dr. Kee Chan unpacks the recent changes to the CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine recommendations—particularly the shift from a strong recommendation to a more neutral “may get vaccinated” stance for healthy children and pregnant women. But what’s raising eyebrows is that this shift was publi…

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Here’s How to Strength Train with Just Your Body Weight

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Tips on Strength Training with Body Weight.By HER

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Is Your Smoothie Gaslighting You? The Public Health Truth Behind Brain Food 9:57

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From brain berries to mushroom powders, today’s smoothie comes packed with promises: sharper focus, better memory, and even protection against dementia. But are these claims backed by science—or just wellness marketing with a green glow? In this episode, the host, Dr. Kee Chan breaks down the most talked-about “brain foods” like MCT oil, turmeric, …

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How GLP-1 medications change the way we think about—and treat—obesity

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How GLP-1 medications change our perceptions on Obesity Treatment.By HER

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Supporting Kids Through Music: The Impact of the Music for Childhood Well-Being Initiative (MCWI) 53:05

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In this episode, we explore the power of music as a tool for emotional healing and developmental support in childhood. I’m joined by two remarkable guests: Dr. Nicole St. Jean and Dr. Sarah Bartolome, who are co-leading of the Music for Childhood Well-Being Initiative (MCWI) at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Together, they bri…

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A Top Expert Explains How Connecting with Others is Life Saving

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The Importance of Building Connections with Others.By HER

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Design Thinking in Public and Population Health: A Framework from My New Textbook 10:37

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In this solo episode, the podcast host, Dr. Kee Chan shares the inspiration, framework, and real-world applications behind her new textbook, Public and Population Health: Perspectives for Health Systems Management, published by the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). Drawing from years of teaching public health management at the Unive…

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How Healthy is Your Social Biome?

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Health of your Social Interactions and Relationships.By HER

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Reimagining Maternal Mental Health with Nicole Hurd, Founder of the EmpowHer App 39:13

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In this powerful episode of What is Public Health Podcast, we sit down with Nicole Hurd, a passionate advocate and entrepreneur who created the EmpowHer app after her own experience navigating the emotional challenges of postpartum life. We explore how the app is addressing a long-overlooked public health crisis: the maternal mental health gap. Fro…

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Lost your Job? Here’s How It’s Impacting Your Health!

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How losing your job impacts your own health and well-being.By HER

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When the Baby is Not Okay: Dr. Jennifer Brown on Parenting Through the Unexpected 55:56

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What happens when a routine newborn screening turns into life-changing news? In this episode of "What is Public Health" podcast , I talk with Dr. Jennifer Brown — scientist, mom, and author of When the Baby is Not Okay: Hope’s Genes. We dive into her personal story of navigating the emotional rollercoaster that followed her daughter’s unexpected sc…

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The Truth About What Happens When We Use the Silent Treatment

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Exploring the Effects of Silent Treatment on Relationships.By HER

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Navigating the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Landscape: A Conversation with Dr. Janine Hill 1:22:53

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As federal funded programs, public institutions, and universities roll back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies, we are losing critical support for equity-centered initiatives. Now, public health leaders are faced with the question: How do we continue the work of advancing health equity in a time when DEI itself is under attack? In this…

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Why Women Should Be Using Creatine for Brain and Muscle

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The Importance of Creatine for Women's Brain and MuscleBy HER

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Preparing for the Future: Financial Planning for Families Navigating Autism 38:50

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In this episode of "What is Public Health" podcast, I'm your host, Dr. Kee Chan. April is the Autism Awareness month, and joining me in this special episode is Michael Pereira, founder of The Autism Voyage. Michael’s personal experience as a father navigating his son’s autism diagnosis led him to create The Autism Voyage—a platform offering compass…

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How to Know When it’s Time to Pivot and Change Directions in Your Life

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The Right Timing of Redirecting Your Life.By HER

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 7: Aligning Public Health and Population Health: A Strategic Vision for the Future 10:05

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On this episode on What is Public Health Podcast, during National Public Health Week, for this special series on "How we built healthier communities , on Day 7, I explore what’s ahead for our field — and what’s at risk if we fail to act. From climate change to AI, from big data to precision medicine, public health is being shaped by forces that dem…

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 6: Ready or Not: Public Health Emergency Preparedness in Times of Crisis 7:08

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When disaster strikes — whether it’s a wildfire, a pandemic, or a hurricane — public health systems are often the first line of defense and the last to leave. In this episode of What is Public Health Podcast, during National Public Health Week, April 7-13, 2025, on Day 6, I examine how emergency preparedness has evolved in public health, from early…

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 5: Reproductive and Maternal Health – The Foundation of a Healthier Future 8:59

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In today’s What is Public Health Podcast episode, during National Public Health Week April 7-13, 2025, on Day 5, we explore how maternal health has shaped public health — and why it’s still a critical issue today. We look at the history of maternal health programs, major breakthroughs in care and policy, and what’s at risk if we don’t protect fundi…

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 4: Breathe Easy: The Clean Air Breakthrough That Saved Lives 14:01

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What we breathe affects every part of our health — from our lungs and hearts to our brains and unborn children. In this episode of "What is Public Health", in celebration of National Public Health Week, April 7-13, 2025, we have a special series called "How we built healthier communities ". On Day 4, we explore the history and impact of clean air l…

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Meditate: Your Life Depends Upon Daily Transcendence

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The Importance of Transcendental Meditation.By HER

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 3: Public Health Made Water Safe: John Snow & Epidemiology 11:29

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Clean water is one of the greatest public health achievements of all time — but it wasn’t always guaranteed. In this episode of What is Public Health, in this special series "How we built healthier communities", I explore how contaminated water once fueled deadly epidemics, how Dr. John Snow’s cholera investigation in 1854 laid the foundation for m…

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 2: A Simple Blood Test: Newborn Screening Saves Lives 7:23

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What if a single test, done just days after birth, could prevent a lifetime of illness or even save a life? That’s the power of newborn screening — a public health breakthrough that quietly protects millions of babies each year. In this episode of What is Public Health, during National Public Health Week April 7-13, 2025, we have a special series "…

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National Public Health Week 2025 Day 1: The Vaccine Revolution – How Shots Saved Millions 7:25

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It's National Public Health Week (NPHW) from April 7-13, 2025. We will host a special series everyday during NPHW - "How We Built a Healthier Communities ". From smallpox to COVID-19, vaccines have changed the course of history — saving millions of lives, eradicating deadly diseases, and transforming global health. In this kickoff episode of What i…

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Yes, Please Go Ahead and Defy!

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Defying a World That Demands Yes.By HER

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ABC’s of Kid’s Yoga: Building Strong Minds and Calm Hearts: A Conversation with Teresa Power 1:00:56

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In this fun and inspiring episode on "What is Public Health" podcast, we explore how yoga and mindfulness can help kids build focus, emotional resilience, and lifelong healthy habits. Our guest is Teresa Anne Power, a former lawyer turned international kids’ yoga expert, bestselling author of The ABCs of Yoga for Kids book series and flashcards, an…

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AI in Public Health, Innovation and Ethics - A Conversation with Dr. Julie Cakici 1:07:18

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In this episode of What is Public Health, Dr. Julie Cakici, a leading expert in public health, precision medicine, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies, joins us to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare. From disease prediction and personalized medicine to tackling health disparities and improving heal…

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Introducing New Revolutionary Non-Drug Treatment for Low Bone Density

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Treatment for Low Bone Density: Osteoboost.By HER

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How Advocacy is Reshaping Healthcare: A Conversation with Sharon Terry, President and CEO of Genetic Alliance 1:06:59

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In this powerful episode of What is Public Health, I sit down with Sharon Terry, the President and CEO of Genetic Alliance, to explore how advocacy is transforming healthcare and empowering patients and families. Sharon’s journey into health advocacy began when her children were diagnosed with a rare genetic condition — a moment that led her to co-…

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Let Food Be Thy Medicine: How the Ancients Ate

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How the Ancients Ate.By HER

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The Gut Truth: Why Colon Cancer Screening Matters 10:20

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In this powerful episode of What is Public Health?, we dive into the critical importance of colorectal cancer screening. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and this topic is personal—my father’s early diagnosis and successful treatment underscore the life-saving power of early detection. - We explore the different types of screenings, thei…

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Why Public Health Careers Still Matter: Navigating Layoffs & New Opportunities 10:52

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Is public health still a smart career choice? With layoffs, funding cuts, and public service jobs under pressure, it’s easy to feel discouraged. But here’s the truth: Public health isn’t dying—it’s evolving. In this episode of What is Public Health, host Dr. Kee Chan—a public health professor and advisor with 20+ years of experience—dives into the …

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Rare Disease Awareness Day & The Power of Newborn Screening 9:41

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Did you know that 1 in 10 people worldwide live with a rare disease? Many of these conditions go undiagnosed for years, leaving families searching for answers. But thanks to newborn screening, early detection is saving lives before symptoms even appear. In this special episode on Rare Disease Awareness Day (which occurs on the last day of February …

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The Importance of Courage in a Woman's Life

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How Being Courageous Helps in Women's Lives.By HER

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Reimagining Research Funding: Navigating the 15% Indirect Cost Cut in NIH Funding 30:13

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Reimagining Research Funding: Navigating the 15% Indirect Cost Cut in NIH Funding with Dr. Giovanni Filardo Public health research is facing a major funding shift—but what does the 15% indirect cost cut mean for researchers, and how can we adapt? In this episode, with Dr. Giovanni Filardo, a leading epidemiologist, health services researcher, and N…

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The HER Podcast’s 500th Episode Celebration

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Celebrating the HER Podcast's 500th Episode.By HER

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Generation M: Living Well through Perimenopause and Menopause

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Living through Perimenopause and Menopause.By HER

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Women and Alcohol: The New News

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Gray Area Drinking in Women.By HER

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A USAID Insider’s Perspective on the Future of Global Health 40:10

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In this episode of "A USAID Insider’s Perspective on the Future of Global Health" on the What Is Public Health Podcast, we will dive deep into the shocking dismantling of U.S. Agency of International Development (USAID)—a move that is reshaping the future of public health. Joined by Dr. Gretchen De Silva, former Senior Policy Advisor at USAID, we u…

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Heart Health Hacks: Making Prevention Easier for Busy Lives 16:32

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Heart disease is still the #1 killer—but let’s be real, making heart-healthy choices isn’t as easy as doctors make it sound. Why is fast food cheaper than a salad? Who has time for the gym when life is already packed? And what’s actually new in heart health research? In this episode, we break down the latest science on inflammation, the polypill, a…

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