Take 10 to Take Down Big Tobacco

Art and Advocacy

Spoken word artist Ryon Everidge and Eric Batch from the American Heart Association dive into how art fuels advocacy. They discuss powerful pieces like "What Would They Say?" and "How Long Will You Target Me" to challenge tobacco industry tactics and uplift community voices. This episode highlights how creative expression can drive public health awareness and inspire policy change.

Public Health Insights and Shifting Strategies of Big Tobacco

In this episode of Take Ten to Take Down Big Tobacco, veteran public health advocate Jim Knox shares powerful insights from decades on the front lines and unpacks how the tobacco industry's tactics continue to evolve. Tune in for a compelling look at the challenges—and opportunities—in the fight for a healthier future.

Shifting the Narrative on Retail Tobacco Sales: Breaking Free from Big Tobacco

In this episode of Take Ten to Take Down Big Tobacco, we sit down with Nathan Subramanian from Alameda County's Tobacco Control Program. Discover how bold, community-driven strategies are setting the stage to end the commercial tobacco epidemic. This is more than just tobacco prevention—it's a movement to reclaim our communities from the grip of Big Tobacco.

Inside the Decision Maker's Mind: Insights from El Monte Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Julia Ruedas

Decision makers have a significant impact on the success of tobacco prevention policies, and it is important to build your coalition skills and keep them engaged. El Monte Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Ruedas shares her experiences and advice that can empower you to take your efforts to the next level.

Meeting with Decision-Makers for I&E Days

In this episode, we discuss how to have effective meetings with decision-makers with Amaya Wooding, Project Coordinator at LGBTQ Minus Tobacco; Shelly Brantley, Project Director at RISE; and Ignacio Burgos, Youth and Young Adult Specialist at the California Youth Advocacy Network. For closed captioning, click here: https://four.libsyn.com/content_edit/index/item_id/31359347 [31359347]