Omari Richins, MPH of the Public Health Careers podcast talks with Winston Wellington Wright, MPH.

In this conversation, Winston shares his journey as a health equity strategist, consultant, and co-founder of Brothers in Public Health. He reflects on how his experiences in St. Louis shaped his understanding of health disparities and the importance of centering community in public health work. Winston also shares how coaching youth soccer has influenced his leadership style - focused on teamwork, growth, and affirmation.

He breaks down what real health equity work looks like inside health systems, highlighting the role of community voice, data, and navigating institutional challenges. Winston also discusses the impact and growth of Brothers in Public Health, and why representation, mentorship, and visibility are key to driving change.

The episode closes with advice for future public health professionals - embracing creativity, staying grounded, and understanding that public health is a way of life.

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Chapters:
@0:00 Introduction and Background of Winston Wright
@4:21 Public Health Philosophy and Community Engagement
@7:15 Experiences in St. Louis and Health Disparities
@9:52 Coaching Youth Soccer and Life Lessons
@12:58 Career Journey and Health Administration Insights
@15:54 Sickle Cell Program Development and Challenges
@17:35 Patient Family Advisory Council and Community Impact
@20:00 Navigating Bureaucracy in Health Systems
@23:09 Advice for Aspiring Health Administrators
@25:51 Brothers in Public Health: A Collaborative Initiative
@35:56 Community Engagement and Growth
@37:50 The Evolution of Brothers in Public Health
@38:48 Collaborative Impact in Public Health
@40:42 Navigating Gentrification and Community Identity
@47:44 The Importance of Community and Visibility
@49:41 Cultural Shifts in Nashville's Culinary Scene
@59:32 Reflections on Public Health and Personal Growth
@1:02:35 Advice for Future Public Health Professionals

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Public health feels different right now - and if you’ve been questioning your path, you’re not alone.

In this National Public Health Week reflection, I share:
- The current reality of the public health field
- Why this work still matters
- How to stay grounded and move forward

Your Action Steps:
Reflect on your impact
Focus on building one key skill

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Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa, PhD, MPH, APRN, ANP-C, FAAN, FSBM.

In this conversation, Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa shares her journey as a cancer prevention scientist and nurse practitioner, discussing her multiracial identity, the importance of community engagement in public health, and her philosophy of leadership.

She emphasizes the need for a return to one's authentic self rather than reinvention, the impact of stigma in healthcare, and the significance of trust in patient-provider relationships. Dr. Carter-Bawa also highlights her work in cancer prevention research and the integration of behavioral science into public health leadership. In this conversation, Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa shares her journey from nursing to becoming a leader in public health and behavioral science. She discusses the importance of understanding the barriers to health screenings, particularly lung cancer screening, and emphasizes the need for awareness and education in communities.

Dr. Carter-Bawa highlights her commitment to continuous learning and the role of informatics in public health. She reflects on her experiences as a leader in spaces not traditionally designed for her and the importance of community engagement in research. The conversation concludes with insights on the cost of leadership and the importance of self-acceptance.


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Chapters
@0:00 Introduction to Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa
@5:43 Travel Experiences and Cultural Insights
@9:02 Soul to Soul Leadership: A Return to Self
@14:32 Leading a Population Science Institute
@19:09 Community Engagement in Cancer Research
@21:47 Patient-Centered Approaches to Screening
@22:45 Integrating Leadership and Public Health
@23:53 Advice for Emerging Leaders in Public Health
@25:49 Defining Public Health
@26:48 Pathway to Nursing and Patient Care
@29:54 Trust and Power Dynamics in Healthcare
@30:43 Pursuing a PhD and Behavioral Oncology
@31:38 The Journey to Knowledge Creation
@35:07 Understanding Barriers to Health Screenings
@38:22 Raising Awareness for Lung Cancer Screening
@42:09 The Value of Continuous Learning
@45:21 Transforming Public Health Through Informatics
@50:04 Breaking Barriers in Healthcare Leadership
@52:13 Building a Community-Centric Research Institute
@53:21 The Cost of Leadership and Self-Care

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