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The Women’s Health Playbook

by Priya Bathija

Health

Navigating the U.S. healthcare system is like playing a game. Except, you don't know the rules, and the stakes are your life. The Women's Health Playbook is here to change that. In each episode, our host Priya Bathija joins leading experts to give you the plays you've never had, moving beyond general advice to deliver actionable tactics and strategies you can use to take control of your health and healthcare journey.

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Episodes

  1. Pre-Game: What to Consider Before Deciding to Have a Baby

    EPISODE 1 — Whether you want to have a baby, are committed to living childfree, or are sitting firmly on the fence, deciding whether to grow a family is one of the biggest choices you'll ever make. In this Season 2 opener of The Women's Health Playbook, host Priya Bathija kicks off our…

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  2. Pregnancy: Decision, Delivery and Beyond

    Being a woman of childbearing age in America comes with relentless noise—from societal pressure to family expectations and government policy. In Season 2 of The Women’s Health Playbook, host Priya Bathija cuts through the clutter to deliver the real, unfiltered truth about the biggest decisions...

  3. Closing "The Pain Gap" in Healthcare with Author Anushay Hossain

    SPECIAL EPISODE 2 — When host Priya Bathija first read The Pain Gap: How Sexism and Racism in Healthcare Kill Women by Anushay Hossain during a holiday break, she found herself highlighting the jaw-dropping stats on page after page. In this powerful special episode of Priya's Picks, Priya sits…

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  4. The New Rules of Women's Health with Meghan Rabbitt: Changing the Game

    SPECIAL EPISODE 1 — When you pick up The New Rules of Women's Health, you immediately realize it isn't a book you read cover-to-cover in one sitting—it’s a 700-page comprehensive encyclopaedia for your entire life. In this special bonus episode of Priya's Picks, host Priya Bathija sits down with...

  5. The Bottom Line: Making Sense of the Bill

    EPISODE 6 — In this episode, Dr. Jared Dashevsky, an internal medicine resident and founder of Healthcare Huddle, acts as our financial coach. Jared breaks down the absolute “need-to-know” essentials of medical insurance, the hidden purpose of the Explanation of Benefits (EOB), and why your…

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  6. The Post-Game Analysis: What Comes Next?

    EPISODE 5 — You did the thing. You saw your doctor, asked your questions, and maybe got some answers. But as you walk out to your car, that familiar cloud of confusion and anxiety starts to set in. What did they say the next step was? Was I supposed to get a blood test or an X-ray first? Did I...

  7. Game Day: Navigating the Appointment

    EPISODE 4 — If you are nervous, scared to ask the hard questions, or have a history of shutting down in the exam room, you are not alone. This is an experience many women dread, but it is one we can take control of. In this episode, Amanda Berk, co-founder of the patient advocacy startup LIORA...

  8. Beyond the Clipboard: Mastering the Paperwork

    EPISODE 3 — In the U.S. healthcare system, we are often plagued by forms… sometimes filling out the exact same information for the same company at two different locations. It’s easy to feel buried in paperwork, but these documents aren’t just throwaway sheets; they are the legal and clinical...

  9. The Pre-Game Prep: Setting the Agenda

    EPISODE 2 — What does your doctor actually need from you to provide the best care? In this episode, Celina Gorre, CEO of WomenHeart, acts as our coach. Celina takes us through an essential drill to prepare for that doctor’s visit, walking us through the five crucial elements to bring, why your...

  10. Scouting the Field - Finding the Right Doctor

    EPISODE 1 — Finding a doctor shouldn’t feel like a full-contact sport, but for women in the U.S. healthcare system, it often does. In this episode, Rebecca Bloom (attorney, advocate, and author of “When Women Get Sick”) helps us break down how to choose the right doctor, what “in-network” really...

  11. Healthcare Is a Game Where You Don’t Know the Rules… Until Now

    Navigating the U.S. healthcare system sometimes feels like playing a game. Host Priya Bathija introduces a new kind of health resource: The Women’s Health Playbook. After 22 years of working inside the healthcare industry, Priya is stepping out from behind…2:43 Chapters (00:00:01) - The Women's...

About this show

Navigating the U.S. healthcare system is like playing a game. Except, you don't know the rules, and the stakes are your life. The Women's Health Playbook is here to change that. In each episode, our host Priya Bathija joins leading experts to give you the plays you've never had, moving beyond general advice to deliver actionable tactics and strategies you can use to take control of your health and healthcare journey.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Women’s Health Playbook have?

The Women’s Health Playbook has 11 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 23, 2026.

What is The Women’s Health Playbook about?

Navigating the U.S. healthcare system is like playing a game. Except, you don't know the rules, and the stakes are your life. The Women's Health Playbook is here to change that. In each episode, our host Priya Bathija joins leading experts to give you the plays you've never had, moving beyond...

How often does The Women’s Health Playbook release new episodes?

The Women’s Health Playbook publishes every two weeks, based on its 11 episodes since April 2026.

Who hosts The Women’s Health Playbook?

The Women’s Health Playbook is created and hosted by Priya Bathija.
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