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BLKHLTH Podcast
by BLKHLTH
We're creating a space for critical conversations about racism, health, and new ways forward.
Episodes
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Black Voices on the Maternal Health Crisis in Georgia and Beyond
Black birthing people in the U.S. are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than their white counterparts. In this special episode of the BLKHLTH podcast, we confront the devastating disparities in maternal health and amplify the voices that too often go...
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Striving for Healthcare Equity in South Africa ft. Pontsho Pilane
Join us in this episode as we navigate the complexities of the South African healthcare system and uncover root causes of the persistent structural inequities affecting access to quality care based on race, class, gender, and other identities. This exploration sheds light on both the strengths…
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Creating Equity in Fitness (BLKHLTH x Planet Fitness)
Join BLKHLTH co-founders Mercie, Khadijah, and Matthew in this podcast episode in partnership with Planet Fitness for a crucial conversation on "Creating Equity in Fitness." Special guest Teddy Savage, National Lead Trainer at Planet Fitness, talks with the team about the intersection of fitness,...
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#20: In Conversation with Brytanny McClendon for the Advil Pain Equity Project
BLKHLTH has partnered with Advil and Morehouse School of Medicine on the Advil Pain Equity Project, a long-term commitment to champion equitable and accessible pain relief. Through research, education, and collaboration, we are working to illuminate the issue of pain inequity in Black…
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#19: Our Health at the Local, State, and Federal Levels
We're discussing the political determinants of health: how policy and politics impact Black people’s access to health-promoting services, resources, and environments. We dive into specific issues such as the Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative action in college admissions,...
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#18: Sex and Safety with Kim Windvogel
In this episode, Felicity and Mbali of BLKHLTH SA sit down with Kim Windvogel, host of the Showmax docuseries Sex & Pleasure and co-founder of FEMMEPROJECTS, to talk all things sex, health, and ensuring one's physical, emotional, and spiritual safety. In partnership with iQHAWE Magazine. Check…
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#17: Why It Matters that Cancer Rates are on the Rise
Cancer rates are on the rise for people younger than 50. We're talking about why that is and why it matters especially for Black people. Check out ProPublica's Cancer Heatmap here. A video of this episode is also available on the BLKHLTH YouTube page here. Don't forget to follow us on social…
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#16: Climate Change is a Racial Justice Issue!
Hey cousins! In this episode, we discuss what we've been watching lately and then dive into a conversation on environmental racism, touching on topics like: Water crisis in Jackson, MS History of environmental justice movement "Cancer alley" in St. James Parish, LA Global racial implications of...
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#15: We Still Don't Have Renaissance Visuals
Hey family! Khadijah loves her cats, Pinot and Noir, and we're still waiting for Renaissance visuals!!! Beyoncé please! Also we're talking about structural racism in hospital financing - hospitals that serve majority Black populations have lower revenues and profits; and the implications of…
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#14: Intersectionality Matters
Hey y'all! On this episode we're getting into the weeds of the concept of intersectionality and how it relates to health justice. Also we did a video recording of this episode so watch it on our Instagram or Youtube too!
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#13: Less Monkeypox, More Abortions
They can't break our souls! In this ep, we're talking about new music, the overturning of Roe v. Wade and its implications for Black people, and some quick facts about monkeypox. Please find some abortion access and reproductive justice resources below: Aid Access supports people with an unwanted...
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#12: Freedom on Fleek
Happy Juneteenth and Pride Month! In this episode we're discussing gun violence as a racial justice and health equity issue; and the impact of recent legislative attacks on trans rights and abortion access. We also invite you to our Juneteenth UmojaFest on Saturday June 18 in Atlanta! Go to...
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#11: Joe Said We're Broke
Hey family! In this episode we're talking about what the end of federal funding for COVID testing and treatment means for Black folks and what we would do differently if we were in charge. Also we're in Year 2 of the #GoodDownThere colorectal cancer campaign so make sure you stay up to date on…
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#10: Black Health History
Hey y'all! In this episode we're celebrating the end of Black History Month with some Black health history stories. We're giving you the scoop on Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, the Black woman behind Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine; Harriet Tubman's work in healthcare after freeing enslaved people; Dr. Rachel...
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#9: We've Been Busy
Welcome back! It's been a while since we've dropped a podcast episode, but we hope the wait was worth it. We've got a production team and the sound is soooo much better! We hope you feel like you're really a part of the conversation when you listen. In this episode, we are recapping our major...
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How many episodes does BLKHLTH Podcast have?
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We're creating a space for critical conversations about racism, health, and new ways forward.
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