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MATT CHATS - EPISODE 10: The Human Side of Health Policy with Christen Linke Young

21 min · 21. apr. 2026
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In Episode 10 of Matt Chats, Governor Matt Meyer sits down with Delaware Secretary of Health and Human Services Christen Linke Young to explore her journey from a science-driven upbringing to shaping national health policy — and now leading one of Delaware’s most vital departments. They discuss her work on the Affordable Care Act, what it takes to make policy work in the real world, and how she approaches leadership with empathy, accountability, and a focus on people. From federal decision-making to local impact, this conversation highlights the human side of public service — and the responsibility of building systems that truly work for families and communities.

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MATT CHATS - EPISODE 11: Monisha Henley on Gun Safety, Community Solutions & Delaware’s Role

In this episode of Matt Chats, Governor Matt Meyer sits down with Monisha Henley, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at EVERYTOWN for Gun Safety, for a thoughtful conversation on gun violence prevention and community safety. From her upbringing in Wilmington to her leadership on the national stage, Henley shares how her personal experiences shaped her work in public policy. They also discuss Delaware’s efforts to reduce gun violence, including community-based strategies, the Office of Gun Violence Prevention and Safety, and policies addressing issues like gun trafficking and ghost guns. This conversation explores what it takes to build safer communities — and how Delaware can serve as a model for solutions across the country.

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