Hosted by Joseph Harris, the Global Health Politics podcast features intimate, one-of-a-kind conversations with leading scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and activists working on critical issues in global health.
…
continue reading
Dr. Richard Louis Miller is an American Clinical Psychologist, Founder of Wilbur Hot Springs Health Sanctuary, and broadcaster who hosts the Mind Body Health & Politics talk radio program from Mendocino County, California. Dr. Miller was also Founder and chief clinician of the nationally acclaimed, pioneering, Cokenders Alcohol and Drug Program. Dr. Miller’s new book, Psychedelic Medicine, is based on his interviews with the most acclaimed experts on the topic. Mind Body Health & Politics ra ...
…
continue reading
A weekly podcast on public health and politics. Each week, Kyle and Amanda break down the latest public health news and the political influences that impact the lives of everyday Americans, businesses, and communities. They share their insight and experience from years working on Capitol Hill, HHS, and the CDC with listeners. Before starting their own business in August 2020, Kyle and Amanda served as the Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff at the CDC.
…
continue reading
1
Episode 7: Adia Benton on Military Power and Public Health
1:09:47
1:09:47
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:09:47
Send us a text In this episode of the Global Health Politics Podcast, Joseph Harris sits down with Northwestern University anthropologist Adia Benton. They talk about her book, HIV Exceptionalism, her recent work on the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, the militarization of public health, and efforts to decolonize global health.…
…
continue reading
1
What Every Patient Needs to Know About Cancer Detection - with Dr. Chadi Nabhan
1:05:42
1:05:42
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:05:42
Can a simple ultrasound save your life when mammograms miss the mark? Should you get a colonoscopy every year, or is that too extreme? In my latest interview with distinguished hematologist-oncologist Dr. Chadi Nabhan, author of over 300 medical articles and abstracts, we dive deep into the complex world of cancer screening, prevention, and treatme…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 6: Tim Schwab on the Bill Gates Problem
26:47
26:47
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
26:47
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Tim Schwab, a freelance investigative journalist, whose new book, The Bill Gates Problem: Reckoning with the Myth of a Good Billionaire, critically examines the profound influence of one of global health's biggest players, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.…
…
continue reading
1
From Stock Broker to Wellness Influencer
1:11:27
1:11:27
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:11:27
When I first connected with Ebru Şinik (@ebrusinik) on Instagram, something special resonated. Here was someone halfway across the world speaking the same language of health, persistence, and joy that I've championed for decades. Through her posts and our growing digital friendship, I witnessed her remarkable ability to beam light and positivity wh…
…
continue reading
1
Psychedelic Medicine's Delicate Balance
43:57
43:57
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
43:57
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of psychedelic science with Dr. David Nichols, one of the foremost experts in the field. Dr. Nichols shares his insights on the current state of LSD research, the challenges faced by researchers, and the potential of psychedelics in treating various mental health conditions. We also discuss the recent FD…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 5: Alexandre White on Epidemic Orientalism
1:14:12
1:14:12
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:14:12
Send us a text In this episode of the Global Health Politics Podcast, I sit down with Alexandre (Sasha) White, an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Johns Hopkins University, who is jointly affiliated with the School of Medicine and Department of the History of Medicine. We discuss his new book, Epidemic Orientalism: Race, Capital, and the Governa…
…
continue reading
1
Navigating Boundaries
1:04:29
1:04:29
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:04:29
In this episode of Mind, Body, Health and Politics, Dr. Richard Miller sits down with Rev. Dr. Adam Robersmith to discuss the fascinating concept of "public intimacy." From clergy to sex workers, actors to activists, we explore how different professions navigate the delicate balance between personal authenticity and professional boundaries. Join us…
…
continue reading
1
Mushroom Magic: Nature's Medicine
49:19
49:19
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
49:19
From Shiitake to Psilocybe, Mushrooms are Nature's Healing Powerhouses I was recently joined by the world-renowned mycologist – my friend – Christopher Hobbs, from his new location in Santa Cruz, California. We discussed the vast potential of mushrooms for healing and wellness. Dr. Christopher Hobbs is a fourth generation, internationally known her…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 4: Themrise Khan on White Saviorism in International Development
42:30
42:30
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
42:30
Send us a text In this episode of the Global Health Politics Podcast, Joseph Harris sits down with Themrise Khan, a Pakistan-based development professional. They talk about Khan and her colleague's Kanakulya Dickson and Maike Sondarjee's groundbreaking new edited volume, White Saviorism in International Development: Theories, Practices, and Lived E…
…
continue reading
1
The hidden dangers of long-term psychiatric drugs
56:29
56:29
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
56:29
Dear Friends, With over six decades of experience as a clinical psychologist, I've seen many trends come and go in mental health treatment. But rarely have I encountered information as potentially game-changing as what I'm sharing with you today. In 2010, I interviewed journalist Robert Whitaker about his book Anatomy of an Epidemic on my NPR-affil…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 3: Eduardo J. Gómez on Junk Food Politics
43:02
43:02
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
43:02
Send us a text In this episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Eduardo Gómez, Professor in the Department of Community and Population Health and Director of the Institute of Health Policy and Politics at Lehigh University. A political scientist by training, Professor Gómez' research focuses on the politics of global health policy, with a focus on …
…
continue reading
1
Maddy Dychtwald on Ageless Aging
1:03:53
1:03:53
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:03:53
Dear Friends, How can we age gracefully in a world that seems intent on making us feel obsolete? This week, I spoke with Maddy Dychtwald, co-founder of Age Wave and author of Ageless Aging: A Woman's Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan, about the multifaceted approach to healthy aging. Maddy emphasizes that aging is more than ju…
…
continue reading
1
Sasha Cobra on Reconnecting with Our Natural State of Love and Sexuality
50:03
50:03
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
50:03
Dear Friends, For years, I've observed what I call a "post-traumatic sexual stress disorder" gripping our nation. It's not just about sex – it's about the very fabric of our society. We're a culture living on edge, with 70% of us barely making it paycheck to paycheck. This constant stress, this sword of Damocles hanging over our heads, it's more th…
…
continue reading
1
My blueprint for a long, healthy life.
23:13
23:13
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
23:13
Dear Friends, Each of us has a decision to make: whether we want to put in the time and energy to be healthy, or if we're just going to let the chips fall where they may. Being healthy is a lifestyle choice. You might get lucky and stay healthy for years without effort, but most Americans end up with diabetes, heart disease, cancer, or other health…
…
continue reading
1
Peter Coyote on Buddhism's Practical Wisdom for Modern Life
1:11:39
1:11:39
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:11:39
Dear Friends, How can we find peace and purpose amid the turmoil and distraction of the modern world? Actor, author, and Zen Buddhist priest Peter Coyote believes the answer lies in the timeless wisdom of Buddhism – translated for our modern lives. In my latest interview, Peter and I explore: * The Buddhist concept of "dependent origination" and it…
…
continue reading
1
From conflict to collaboration with Stewart Levine
59:12
59:12
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
59:12
Dear Friends, In a world rife with division, how can we turn conflict into collaboration? Lawyer-turned-“resolutionary” Stewart Levine has spent over 35 years mastering the art of transforming breakdowns into breakthroughs. From feuding business partners to disgruntled employees to divorcing couples, he's been in the trenches of impossible situatio…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 2: Adeola Oni-Orisan on Maternal Death Narratives
32:59
32:59
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
32:59
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Adeola Oni-Orisan. who is an Assistant Professor of Family and Community Medicine at UC-Davis. Dr. Oni-Orisan holds an MD from Harvard Medical School and a PhD in Medical Anthropology from UCSF and is an expert in community-centered research, qualitative research, critical race theory, Black femin…
…
continue reading
Dear Friends, In the early 1980s, as a clinical psychologist, I had a remarkable experience as a patient of Dr. Robert Cantor, the founder of the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology. He legally administered MDMA to me over a period of a year and a half, and the benefits were profound. My heart opened, my empathy increased, and my defenses lowered…
…
continue reading
1
The Right to Die Well with Dr. Sunil Aggarwal
59:54
59:54
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
59:54
What if you were facing a terminal illness, wracked by anxiety and depression, and knew that a safe, promising treatment existed - but was denied to you? This is the heart-wrenching reality for many of Dr. Sunil Aggarwal's patients. A palliative care physician in Seattle, Dr. Aggarwal is fighting a landmark legal case for the right to treat his dyi…
…
continue reading
1
Beating Depression with Exercise
11:21
11:21
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
11:21
Dear Friends, Have you ever felt like giving up when faced with a seemingly insurmountable challenge? I know I have. But what I've learned through my own experiences is that persistence and consistent effort can work wonders. It all started with a devastating motorcycle accident that left me with both legs crushed. As I lay on the highway, I closed…
…
continue reading
1
Dr. Harriet De Wit on Amphetamines, MDMA, and Surprising New Microdosing Results
57:51
57:51
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
57:51
Why is MDMA so effective at treating PTSD? Does microdosing LSD affect depressed individuals differently than those with a more positive outlook? Some of us have been waiting for answers to these kinds of questions about psychedelics for more than 50 years. As a young academic in the 1960s, I had my own life-changing experiences with psychedelics, …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 1: Jallicia Jolly on Transnational Reproductive Justice Organizing
23:08
23:08
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
23:08
Send us a text This week's podcast features a conversation with Dr. Jallicia Jolly. Dr. Jolly is an Assistant Professor of American Studies and Black Studies at Amherst College, and a poet, public scholar, equity practitioner, and reproductive justice organizer. In the podcast, she discusses what led her to focus on the subject of HIV organizing an…
…
continue reading
1
How I ditched my cane at 85
36:04
36:04
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
36:04
In this special monologue episode, Dr. Richard L. Miller shares his secret to a happy life: taking control of your mind. Drawing from his 64 years of experience and personal struggles, Dr. Miller emphasizes the importance of persistent practice in managing thoughts and emotions. He recounts how "mind control" and "Dog Yoga" helped him overcome phys…
…
continue reading
Obi Kaufmann, artist, writer, and conservationist, discusses California's ecology, water management, and biodiversity. Kaufmann challenges conventional environmentalism, questioning the language used to describe nature and the paradox of trading nature to save it. He emphasizes the importance of indigenous-led ecological thought and the resilience …
…
continue reading
1
Starch-Based Solutions for Optimal Health with Dr. John McDougall
53:10
53:10
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
53:10
I sit down with the trailblazing Dr. John McDougall, a leading expert in plant-based nutrition and the author of the groundbreaking book, "The Starch Solution." Dr. McDougall shares his decades of experience as a physician and researcher, revealing the power of a whole-food, starch-based diet in preventing and reversing chronic diseases, promoting …
…
continue reading
1
Cathy Reisenwitz on Authoritarianism and the Psychology of Power
1:00:32
1:00:32
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:00:32
Cathy Reisenwitz is a writer and creator of the Sex and the State substack publication. She has been featured on TV and in various publications such as TechCrunch, The Week, VICE, and Daily Beast. In this podcast episode, Cathy discusses the concept of authoritarianism and its impact on society. She explores the traits of an authoritarian personali…
…
continue reading
1
From Prohibition to Prescription
57:17
57:17
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
57:17
Podcast Episode: David Nutt - Psychedelics and Mental Health Guest: Professor David Nutt Short Bio: David Nutt is a psychiatrist specializing in the effects of drugs on the brain. He has made significant contributions to our understanding of how psychedelics work and their clinical applications. He co-founded the first academic psychedelic research…
…
continue reading
Dr. Robert Strahan, a highly accomplished psychiatrist, shares his insights on the crucial topic of adverse effects in psychedelic medicine. With a diverse background spanning forensic psychiatry, integrative medicine, and leadership roles in prestigious institutions, Dr. Strahan emphasizes the importance of transparency, proper screening, and prep…
…
continue reading
1
Unveiling the Shadows: Jules Evans on Challenging Psychedelic Experiences
1:00:20
1:00:20
Lire Plus Tard
Lire Plus Tard
Des listes
J'aime
Aimé
1:00:20
Jules Evans is an author and researcher with a particular interest in psychedelic medicine and adverse effects. He has personal experience with a challenging trip that led him to explore mental health and philosophy. Jules is dedicated to understanding the risks and harms associated with psychedelics and finding ways to support individuals who have…
…
continue reading