Best Healthworkers Podcasts (2025)

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Practice Makes Perfect: Communication is Key in DPC 19:19

2d ago19:19

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig introduces a new monthly segment, Practice Makes Perfect, featuring Amanda Compton, Client Services Manager at Freedom Healthworks. Amanda brings her on-the-ground insights from managing DPC practices across the country and dives into the crucial role of communication in patient satisf…

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Incarceration's Impact on Children, AI and Copyright, Union Aid Abroad Fundraiser for Timor Leste

11d ago

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7.15am Maia from Yung Prodigy talking about the impact of the prison system on young family members. The love letter mentioned in the show is published on abouttime.org.au.https://yungprodigy.org/ 7.35am The use of copyrighted works to train AI systems remains contested legal territory. AI companies argue their use of copyrighted works for training…

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Cuba, Food Sovereignty, AI Companions

2M ago

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HEADLINES // Palestine and remembering FRELIMO revolutionary Josina Machel 7:15AM // Final part of interview with Sasha Gillies-Lekakis on History of CubaSasha Gillies Lekakis is a familiar voice on 3CR, in addition to co hosting Latin American Update and the Unitarian Half Hour, Sasha is a regular contributor to Tuesday Hometime and a host of othe…

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How Cash Pay Healthcare is Reshaping Medicine 42:00

2M ago42:00

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig talks with Dr. Michael Havig about the rise of cash pay healthcare models. They explore the inefficiencies in traditional healthcare payment systems, the importance of price transparency, and how Dr. Havig’s company, HealthMe, is helping facilitate direct pay solutions for patients and…

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History of Women's Movement in Australia, West Papuan independence, Social media law education project using Instagram, Burma Revolution

3M ago

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Welcome To Country News headlines Segment 1: IWD recording from 2023 on history of women's movement in Australia Segment 2: Cyndi Makabory, a West Papuan-born activist and lawyer from the tribes of Waropen & Biak, currently living in Naarm on West Parpuan independence https://www.instagram.com/freewestpapua.australia/ Segment 3: Recording from Done…

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Australia Vietnam Friendship Society Final, The Soil Podcast, Oxfam Australia on Growing Wealth Inequality

3M ago

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Part 2 of 2 of an Interview with Kim Sampson, the president of the Victorian branch of the Australia-Vietnam Friendship Society. This is the second part of the two-part interview following the series with the Victorian branch of the Australia-China Friendship Society. In this second part we discuss Vietnam politics and economy and end with what's o…

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Australia-Vietnamese Friendship Society | The origins of SARS-CoV-2 | Awesome Black

3M ago

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7.15am Kim Sampson, the president of the Victorian branch of the Australia Vietnam Friendship Society spoke about the AVFS, its beginnings, purpose and heads into discussions of Vietnam politics and economy. 7.45am Julian Cribb an Australian author and science writer about the continuing and emerging debate about whether COVID 19 had its origins in…

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Public Shaming Is My Prior Authorization: Julie Baak’s Viral Fight for Patients 29:09

3M ago29:09

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig speaks with Julie Baak, practice manager at the Arthritis Center in St. Louis, about the challenges of patient access to infusion therapy and the manipulative practices of insurance companies. Julie shares her experiences managing a large number of infusion patients and the burdens imp…

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Advocacy to Action: How Everyday People Can Shape Healthcare Policy 43:48

4M ago43:48

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Indiana Representative Julie McGuire to explore the crucial role state lawmakers play in shaping healthcare policy. They discuss how everyday citizens can influence healthcare reform, the challenges of hospital pricing transparency, and the accountability of nonprofit ho…

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Healthcare’s Trust Crisis: How We Fix It 16:48

4M ago16:48

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig introduces the new season focused on solutions in the American healthcare system, emphasizing the critical role of trust. He discusses the erosion of trust among patients and healthcare providers, the bureaucratic challenges faced, and advocates for direct care models as a viable solution. …

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Radical women manifesto reading group, Pt 3 of Australia China Friendship Society, Uncle Robbie Thorpe delivering an eviction notice at parliament house in recognition of the illegal occupation in this ...

4M ago

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Debbie Brennan from Radical Women spoke about the probability of revolution and the Radical Women Manifesto reading group that starts this Saturday 8 Feb, at Solidarity Salon. To join email [email protected] President of the Australia China Friendship Society Victoria Branch Lev Lafayette discusses the economic history and achievements of the…

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Australia-China Friendship Pt 2, Abolish Austraya event Poetry, Trump's impact on Australian Business, US-Cuba policy backflip

4M ago

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Acknowledgement of CountryNews HeadlinesLev Lafayette, Part 2 of the interview with the president of the Australia China Friendship Society Victoria on the first day of the Lunar New YearRapper Philly performing at the Abolish Australia event held on 25th of January - Language warning for this musical performanceDr. Mariano Heyden - Potential impac…

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Indigenous Social Justice Association, MAPW on the incarceration of Palestinian healthworkers in Gaza, Australia China Friendship Society Part 1, Getting off gas

4M ago

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7.15am Cheryl from the Indigenous Social Justice Association spoke about deaths in custody and the campaigns of ISJA in the context of the upcoming Invasion Day.http://www.isjamelbourne.com/ 7.30am Dr Saffiyah Abbas from the Medical Association for the Prevention of War spoke about the impact of the incarceration of Palestinian healthworkers on Gaz…

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Trans Justice Alliance Victoria on Cops out of Midsumma, Digital Rights under Surveillance Capitalism, Effects of fracking in the Betaloo Basin

4M ago

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Madison Moffat & Sasja Sydek introducing their new collective, Trans Justice Alliance Victoria, and their urgent public letter of demand to VicPol to stop attending Midsumma Festival.You can listen to Madison and Sasja on Queering The Air on 3CR every Sunday from 3-4pm, or head to 3cr.org.au/queeringtheair for all their previous episodes. Kathryn G…

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Syria and Imperialism, People United Against Genocide, Radical Student Histories

5M ago

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Welcome To Country On Marty Caught up with Sara Saleh, writer, poet & People United Against Genocide delegate, spoke about the action in Canberra to implore politicians to do more to stop the genocide in Gaza.On 30 October 2024, Sonia spoke with Tim Breidis researcher into radical student histories spoke about his research and the podcast he co-hos…

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Voices from the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis

5M ago

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Welcome To Country We played the speeches from the Coburg Town Hall Event on 23 November, Voice from the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis. Speakers were: 1. Kirsty Howey, Executive Director of Environment Centre NT2. Aunt Miliwanga Wurrben, Rembarrnga Traditional Owner, healer & artist3. Adam Gaston, Mangarrayi man and advocate for country4. Mililm…

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Uncle Robbie on Human Rights Day Rally, International Campaign Against Nuclear Weapons, Medecins Sans Frontieres on acute malnutrition

6M ago

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Welcome To Country News headlines 7.15 Human Rights Day Rally- segment from the Flagstaff Gardens, with Uncle Robbie Thorpe,Ballardong/ Yuid Nyungah man Uncle Desmond Blurton, and Community member Glen. 7.30 Tilman Ruff spoke about the recent International Campaign Against Nuclear Weapons report on the link between nuclear war, weapons, energy gene…

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Interview with Dr. Richard Fejo, Australia China Friendship Society, Anthropological Approaches to Debt, Power and Desire

6M ago

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Welcome To Country News headlines Lev Lafayette, President of the Australia China Friendship Society -In the first part of this interview, Lev talks about the organisation, when and why it was formed, and the activities and events they put on to promote friendly relations between the two nations. Holly High, Associate professor, Deakin University -…

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Balancing Business and Medicine: Strategies for Patient-Centered Care 39:00

6M ago39:00

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Stephanie Huhn, a Direct Primary Care (DPC) physician, and Sarah Gabriel, a business advisor, to explore the transition from traditional healthcare to DPC. Together, they dive into the challenges and benefits of this innovative model, emphasizing its patient-centered…

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Who Benefits from 340B? Empowering Patients Over Institutions 30:21

6M ago30:21

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig is joined by Dr. Anthony DiGiorgio. Together, they explore the 340B Drug Discount Program, a federal initiative meant to help low-income patients access affordable medications. They reveal how the program has shifted over time to prioritize large healthcare institutions, creating unint…

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Age of Criminal Responsibility in NT, Social Media Bans for Under 16s, Beyond the Bars CD Launch, War-torn Sudan

6M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country// News headlines// Dr Richar Fejo on his decision to step down from his state/territory-funded role in protest to the NT government lowering the criminal age of Responsibility:NT Larrakia and Warramungu elder Dr. Richard Fejo discusses the lowering of the age of criminal responsibility by the Northern Territory government…

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Busting Myths: How DPC Transforms Healthcare Savings 41:03

6M ago41:03

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig is joined by Joe Wilson, Chief Growth Officer at Frontier Direct Care. Together, they discuss the myths surrounding healthcare costs and the potential savings from implementing Direct Primary Care (DPC) in employer benefit programs. They explore the misconceptions held by executives ab…

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Robbie Thorpe and Federal Court Case, National Liberation & Western Marxism, Labour's Bill on Refugees

6M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//News headlines//We listened to a recording of discussions outside of the Federal court following the hearing on Monday 11 Novermber 2024 that was brought forward by Robbie Thorpe to have attorney general Mark Dreyfus added as a defendant to the question: Is our fire at camp sovereignty protected by Australia's constituti…

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Human Connection in Healthcare: How the PACE Model Fights Senior Loneliness 32:16

7M ago32:16

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig speaks with Dr. Matt Patterson, President of WelbeHealth, about the pressing issues of loneliness and mental health among seniors. They discuss the inadequacies of the current volume-driven healthcare system in addressing these challenges. Dr. Patterson explains WelbeHealth’s Program of All…

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Teachers and School Staff for Palestine, Lock the Gate, Australia Cuba Friendship Society

7M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country// News headlines// Justine (Teachers and School Staff for Palestine) speaking at the public sector workers rally, Wednesday, October 30. Laura Sykes, from Lock the Gate, talking about fracking and gas expansion in the Northern Territory. https://www.ecnt.org.au/middle_arm_roadshow Uncle Robbie Thorpe, speaking at last Sun…

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Why Insurance is Breaking Healthcare - and How Direct Care Can Fix It 38:54

7M ago38:54

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig is joined by Dr. Juliette Madrigal. Together, they discuss the detrimental impact of insurance companies on the healthcare system, particularly on the doctor-patient relationship. They explore the commoditization of both patients and physicians, the role of hospitals in prioritizing pr…

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Radost Stanimirova from World Resources Institute, Art for Social Change, Radical Student Histories

7M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//News headlines// 7.15 am Radost Stanimirova geospatial analyst with the World Resources Institute spoke about the loss of forest cover related to mining.https://www.wri.org/insights/how-mining-impacts-forests7.35am Niki Koutouzi, an artist exhibiting at Incinerator Gallery's 'Art for Social Change', spoke about the exhib…

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Holistic Care in Direct Primary Care: Treating Mind, Body, and Spirit 40:02

7M ago40:02

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig speaks with Dr. J. Matthew Andry and Maddie Andry about their journey in the direct care model of healthcare. They discuss the evolution of their practice, the importance of support in making the transition to direct care, and the integration of mental and physical health in patient care. T…

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Housing Precarity, Struggle for Sovereignty, Solutions for Climate, Protests Against the Incinerators

7M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//News Headlines//7.15am Priya Kunjan Thursday brekkie host and post-doctoral research fellow spoke about her research on housing precarity. This segment first aired on Tuesday Breakfast earlier this year. 7.30am Kieran Stewart-Assheton of the Black People's Union was in Canberra and spoke about the struggle for sovereignt…

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Preventing Chronic Diseases with Proper Nutrition 32:58

7M ago32:58

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig speaks with Vanessa Rissetto, CEO and co-founder of Culina Health, about the critical role of nutrition in healthcare. They discuss the importance of medical nutrition therapy, the challenges faced by dietitians, and the need for better nutrition in hospitals. Vanessa emphasizes the im…

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People's Food Sovereignty, Adriana Rivas Extradition, Seeds of Affinity

7M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines// 7.15am Nick Rose from Sustain, to mark the International Day of Action for People's Food Sovereignty and Against Transnational Corporations.https://ipes-food.org/;https://reports.foodbank.org.au/foodbank-hunger-report-2024/;https://sustain.org.au/projects/rebuilding-women-owned-farms-in-gaza/ 7.45am Pilar Ag…

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Understanding the Hospital Employment Trap 39:39

8M ago39:39

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Jude Pierre to explore the unique challenges physicians face today, particularly for young doctors just entering the profession. Dr. Pierre explains why he steers physicians away from corporate healthcare and empowers them to pursue independent practice. The discussi…

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Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance, People United Against Genocide, Vote Climate

8M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines// 7.15 am Ivan Blacket from the Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance spoke about food sovereignty and reforming the food system.www.afsa.org.au 7.35 am Sara Saleh, writer, poet & People United Against Genocide delegate, spoke about the action in Canberra to implore politicians to do more to stop the genocide in…

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Discovering the Freedom of the DPC Model 26:33

8M ago26:33

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Joshua Hottenstein, founder of Eulistic Health. Dr. Hottenstein discusses his journey into healthcare and his innovative approach to blending traditional primary care with integrative medicine. He reflects on the challenges he faced with the fragmented hospital syste…

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Rohingya Refugees in Myanmar and Bangladesh, Upcoming Vigil for Gaza, The Green Institute on Local Democracy.

8M ago

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Wednesday Breakfast 2 October 2024Acknowledgement of Country//News Headlines// Arunn Jegan from Medecins Sans Frontieres spoke about the situation facing Rohingya refugees in Myanmar and Bangladesh// Tasnim Sammak from Free Palestine Coalition Naarm on commemorating the beginning of the current unceasing bombing of Gaza// Tim Hollo executive direct…

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PBMs' Influence on Drug Pricing and the Healthcare Economy 32:04

8M ago32:04

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews the VP of PBM Practice at Xevant, Shane Garduno, an expert in pharmacy benefit management (PBM). They discuss the role of PBMs in the healthcare industry and how they influence drug pricing. Shane explains that PBMs act as pharmacy insurance, handling coverage information, c…

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First Nations and Palestinian Struggles, Elbit Out Of Victoria Campaign, Revolutionary Poetry Accompanied By Oud, Refugee Encampments in Docklands

8M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country// Alternative news headlines// Israel launched a massive attack on Lebanon on Monday killing 492 people, including 35 children, 58 women and two medics in over a thousand separate airstrikes. In the 57th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) held in Geneva on Friday, September 13, China and several other Global M…

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The Importance of State-Level Policy Reform in Healthcare 31:55

8M ago31:55

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews Jonathan Wolfson, the Chief Legal Officer and Policy Director at The Cicero Institute. They discuss the importance of state-level policy reform in healthcare and the need for innovation. They highlight the challenges of accessing healthcare and the high cost of healthcare, a…

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Death of Aboriginal Woman at Dame Phyllis, My Son Told me By Samia Mikhail, Chile History, Memory and Lessons For Organising

8M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines// Alison Thorne: 2021 death of Aboriginal woman at Dame Phyllis//Alison Thorne (ISJA, fSP, retired CPSU Unionist) joined the program to discuss an ongoing inquest into a tragic death in custody. First Nations listeners are advised that this conversation contains names of people who have died. Heather Calgaret,…

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Avoiding Hospitalization in Memory Care 28:24

8M ago28:24

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews David Morgan, president of Senior Home Companions and Story Cottage. Together, they discuss the importance of memory care and the challenges faced by families in caring for loved ones with memory loss. David explains how his company provides personalized and high-quality car…

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Disrupt Land Forces, Flight Free Australia, Reclaim Our Democracy

9M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines//7.05am Cross to Priya & Leila at Disrupt Land Forces 7.15am Mark from Flight Free Australia spoke about the recent government White Paper on aviation and why this pushes us further into dangerous climate territory.flightfreeaustralia.net.au; http://www.no3rdtullarunway.net.au/ 7.30am Cross to Priya at Disrupt …

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Leading Through Change: The Power of Adaptability in Healthcare 26:24

9M ago26:24

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews Laurie Lee Smith, a renowned leadership expert, on the topic of change management leadership. They discuss the challenges of change management in the healthcare setting and the importance of adaptability and human behavior in leading change. They also explore the concept of …

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Rethinking Work-Life Balance in Medicine: Dr. Edward Williams’ Approach 22:25

9M ago22:25

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig welcomes back a familiar and respected guest, Dr. Edward Williams of Foundation Direct Primary Care. As a repeat visitor on the show, Dr. Williams shares his unique perspective on balancing the demands of fatherhood, practicing medicine, and managing a business. Dr. Williams discusses …

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Southern Launch Rocket, Lifestyles Approach, Housing as a Human Right Webinarr

9M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines// 7.10 am Darcie Carruthers nature campaigner, ACF talking about the Southern Launch rocket launching site and its environmental impact, and also about the destruction of forests for beef production for the big supermarkets.www.acf.org.au 7.30am Dr Rachael Wallis researcher at the University of Southern Queensl…

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How Employers Can Navigate the Complex World of Health Plans 28:53

9M ago28:53

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Ben Conner, CEO of Conner Insurance, to discuss health plans and the innovative approaches in Indiana. Ben shares insights into his company's role in spearheading health plan innovation, including their recent involvement in pr…

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Magoh Biosphere Reserve, Pride by Side and Good Data Project, Report on Anti-Palestinian and Anti-Muslim Racism, Transition Mining in Nigeria

9M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines// 7.10am Mutang Yurud from Bruno Manser Fonds spoke about the demand for the Magoh Biosphere Reserve in the East Malaysian state of Sarawak by the Indigenous Penan.www.bmf.ch, https://bmf.ch/upload/Kampagnen/Magoh/Magoh_declaration_2024_signed.pdf 7.30am Lee Crockford (Pride by Side) and Ashish Chopra (Good Dat…

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Navigating Healthcare with Dr. Steelman: The Power of Personalization 37:31

9M ago37:31

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Dr. William Steelman, the visionary founder of Steelman Medical Group in Houston, Texas. Dr. Steelman is a trailblazer in the concierge direct primary care model, emphasizing patient-centered care and transparency in primary he…

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RMIT Students for Palestine, Touching Base and NDIS participant, Sydney Palestine Rally from Sunday 4th Aug, Climate Activist with Blockade Australia

9M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines//Please note that the next interview details sexual experiences and sex work. If you would prefer not to hear this type of content, or have children around, we advise you to tune out for the next 10 minutes. We listened to the second part of interview with Melanie Hawkes - a member of the management committee o…

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Innovative Approaches to Mental Health in Primary Care 31:15

10M ago31:15

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In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, discuss the vital role of primary care providers in mental health with guest Dr. Cynthia Horner, Chief Medical Officer of Amwell. Christopher opens the conversation by highlighting the importance of primary care physicians as the gatekeepers …

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Sharpening of Borders Through Technological Experiments, Corruption and Upcoming Election, Uncle Robbie and Court Case on Genocide

10M ago

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Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines//Petra Molnar is a lawyer and anthropologist specializing in migration and human rights. Her latest book ‘The Walls Have Eyes’ is a global story of the sharpening of borders through technological experiments, reflecting on 6 years of on-the-ground work. Petra joined us and spoke about borders and technological…

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