EPISODE · Sep 24, 2026 · 1H 7M
Ryan White
from Next Take Podcast
This week on Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka take a closer look at the life and legacy of Ryan White, whose battle against HIV/AIDS stigma became a defining story of the 1980s. They discuss his experiences, the discrimination he faced, and how his story helped challenge public misconceptions and reshape the national conversation around HIV/AIDS. In the 1980s, at the height of fear and misinformation surrounding the AIDS epidemic, Ryan White was a teenager who simply wanted to live a normal life. After contracting HIV through contaminated blood products used to treat his hemophilia, Ryan found himself fighting not only a life-threatening illness but also discrimination and public fear. When his school tried to prevent him from returning to the classroom, Ryan and his family fought back. His story became national news, transforming him into an important voice for HIV/AIDS education and challenging misconceptions about the disease. (Via Source: Health Sources & Services Administration) Streaming Links Spotify: https://shorturl.at/dehuE Apple: https://shorturl.at/fyMNZ Youtube: https://shorturl.at/fuyJQ Social Media: Website: https://solo.to/nexttakepodcast Episode Produced By: Tanyka Uploaded By: Mikel Miles Welcome to the Next Take Podcast—your go-to spot for real conversations about music, art, social issues, pop culture, politics, the economy, and so much more! Hosted by Two Canadians Mikel,Tanyka and Friends, each episode brings fresh takes, bold discussions, and a whole lot of heart. New episodes Monday to Friday -- don’t miss out!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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