Partners for Advancing Health Equity

Part Two: Live from Montgomery: Conversations with the Men of The Skin You’re In documentary

In part one from our companion podcast series, The Skin You're In [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-skin-you-re-in--5832057],  we heard from the filmmakers and featured participants as they discussed the making of the documentary and the broader forces shaping health disparities in America. In this second installment, the conversation expands beyond the stage. Panelists and audience members offer their own perspectives, highlighting the importance of community dialogue, shared experience, and sustained engagement in advancing better health outcomes for all. Moderator: Dean Meminger [https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/on-air/2017/09/26/dean-meminger], Spectrum News NY1 Anchor   Panelists: Dr. Thomas LaVeist [https://www.tsyi.org/bio/dr-thomas-laveist/], Writer and Director Dr. Wil LaVeist [https://www.tsyi.org/bio/wil-laveist/], Producer Alejandro Orengo [https://www.tsyi.org/bio/alejandro-orengo/], Director of Photography Scheron Bryant, Jr. Tevon Robinson  Transcript [https://files.constantcontact.com/4c2e156f801/6c517c8f-1fbc-4337-9508-f5f4ae32d8af.pdf]

Part One: Live from Montgomery: Conversations with the Men of The Skin You’re In documentary

In part one of this two part episode from our companion podcast series,The Skin You're In [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-skin-you-re-in--5832057], we delve into the critical question: Why do Black Americans face poorer health outcomes and shorter life expectancies? Centered around the documentary, The Skin You’re In [http://www.tsyi.org], this conversation was recorded live, December 2025, at the film's premiere in Montgomery, Alabama—a city steeped in civil rights history. Moderated by Spectrum News NY1 Anchor Dean Meminger [https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/on-air/2017/09/26/dean-meminger], the filmmakers and the men featured in the film share their insights on how history, public policy, and community narratives intertwine to impact health equity in America.   Moderator: Dean Meminger [https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/on-air/2017/09/26/dean-meminger], Spectrum News NY1 Anchor Panelists:  Dr. Thomas LaVeist [https://www.tsyi.org/bio/dr-thomas-laveist/], Writer and Director Dr. Wil LaVeist [https://www.tsyi.org/bio/wil-laveist/], Producer  Alejandro Orengo [https://www.tsyi.org/bio/alejandro-orengo/], Director of Photography Scheron Bryant, Jr. Tevon Robinson  Transcript [https://files.constantcontact.com/4c2e156f801/d497ae8d-62c0-4bad-9c7d-57dc1ca33d65.pdf]

Enduring together: Prioritizing mental and emotional well-being in health equity work

In this episode of the Partners for Advancing Health Equity [https://file///C:/Users/58720/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/9E27QVFR/partners4healthequity.org] Podcast, host Caryn Bell [https://sph.tulane.edu/sbps/caryn-bell-phd] emphasizes the significance of mental and emotional well-being as essential components for sustaining health equity efforts. As advocates face increasing challenges, this episode explores how community care, adaptability, and collective action form the foundation for endurance in this vital work.   Listeners will reflect on past insights from thought leaders who highlight the importance of connection, vulnerability, and mutual support in overcoming adversity. Key themes include building emotional safety, fostering adaptability, and investing in community initiatives. With inspiring quotes and practical resources, this episode calls on listeners to engage actively, support one another, and contribute to a healthier, more equitable future. Join us as we embark on this important journey of learning and growth, and don’t forget to share your thoughts and experiences with us.   Experts highlighted in this episode (in order of appearance): ·         * Brett Ford, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Toronto; Director of the Affective Science & Health Laboratory * Leslie Nolan, Behavioral Health Division Director, Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority * Raquel Martin, Clinical Psychologist; Professor, Tennessee State University * Mayra E. Alvarez, President, The Children’s Partnership * Angela Chalk, Founder and Executive Director, Healthy Community Services * Jennifer Ito, Research Director, USC Equity Research Institute * Cara James, President and CEO, Grantmakers In Health * Reginald Tucker-Seely, Principal and Owner, Health Equity Strategies and Solutions      * Elizabeth Waetzig, Founding Partner and CEO, Change Matrix * Sharrelle Barber, Director, The Ubuntu Center on Racism, Global Movements, and Population Health Equity at the Dornsife School of Public Health * Thomas LaVeist, Dean and Weatherford Chair in Health Equity, Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Tulane University * Natasha Phelps, Equity-Centered Policy Manager, The Center for Black Health & Equity  * Halima Leak Francis, Director & Professor of Practice, Tulane School of Professional Advancement, John Lewis Public Administration Program * Alma C. Stewart Allen, Founder and President, Louisiana Center for Health Equity (LCHE)  * Sinsi Hernandez-Cancio, Vice President, National Partnership for Women & Families * Jonathan Heller, Senior Health Equity Fellow, University of Wisconsin-Madison     Resources - Webinars and activities highlighted in this episode:   * Webinar, June 2024: Mental Health in Times of Crisis [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/responding-mental-health-times-crisis]  * Webinar, March 2025: Leveraging Policy Change to Address Health Disparities [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/leveraging-policy-change-address-health-disparities]  * Webinar, November 2024: Overcoming Threats to Health Equity: Today and Tomorrow [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/overcoming-threats-health-equity-today-and-tomorrow]  * Webinar, September 2024: Better Health for All: The Role of Philanthropy in Advancing Health Equity [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/better-health-all-role-philanthropy-advancing-health-equity]  * Webinar, July 2025: The Importance of Increasing Media Literacy to Build Trust and Advance Truth-telling in Health [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/increasing-media-literacy-build-trust-and-advance-truth-telling-health]  * Webinar, September 2025: Moving to Action: Organizational Change to Advance Health Equity [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/moving-action-organizational-change-advance-health-equity]  * Podcast, June 2023: Episode Two: Next Steps in Advancing Health Equity: Cross-sector Perspectives [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/episode-2-next-steps-advancing-health-equity]  * Podcast, May 2023: Louis Sullivan, M.D.- A Life Devoted to Reducing Health Inequities  [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/skin-youre-life-devoted-reducing-health-inequities-louis-sullivan-md] * Webinar, October 2023: Funding Change: A Conversation on Philanthropy’s Vision for Health Equity [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/resource-library/funding-change-conversation-philanthropys-vision-health-equity]   Interested in sharing and amplifying your own work in health equity? Email us at partners4he@tulane.edu for any of the following opportunities: * Share your expertise: Submit resources [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/contact/submit_resource] to our Library and showcase the projects that matter most to you. * Author a guest blog: Bring your perspective forward and spark meaningful dialogue. * Drive programming: Recommend speakers and topics that reflect emerging priorities and diverse viewpoints. * Becoming a member: Anyone interested and/or working in the field of health equity is welcome to apply to be an active member. [https://www.partners4healthequity.org/sites/default/files/2024-01/P4HE-Collboarative-Membership-508.pdf] There are no member fees of any kind. *  Exploring partnership opportunities: Collaborate with us on programming and initiatives that advance health equity. * For more information on partnering or collaboration opportunities, email us at partners4he@tulane.edu.

Episode 2: Addressing Health Misinformation and Disinformation to Advance Truth-telling

Episode Two   With social media serving as a breeding ground for information inaccuracies, it is important to develop robust media and data literacy skills to distinguish fact from fiction. In this second episode of a two-part series, we continue to explore how misinformation can distort public understanding and reactions to critical health information and we pose essential questions: What are the key characteristics of misinformation and disinformation that we should be looking for? And, how can we empower our communities to distinguish fact from fiction?   Host Caryn Bell, Associate Director, P4HE Collaborative [https://www.spreaker.com/cms/episodes/66821197/edit/wwwpartners4healthequity.org], Assistant Professor, Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine at Tulane University   Guests  Tim Leshan, Chief External Relations and Advocacy Officer, Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) [http://www.aspph.org]   Erin O’Malley, Executive Director, Coalition for Trust in Health & Science [https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrustinhealthandscience.org%2Fabout-the-coalition-for-trust-in-health-science%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ctscuderi%40tulane.edu%7C7c9f228445b84780b1cd08dd8e63b5a0%7C9de9818325d94b139fc34de5489c1f3b%7C0%7C0%7C638823281096803558%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4LvcSXASS8ZKZjD5uNBaRTHwNfqTlbKT%2B4EC84CaneU%3D&reserved=0] (CTHS)     Resources: Coalition for Trust in Health in Science website [https://trustinhealthandscience.org/] Tips for Consumers How to Navigate Trusted Health Information & Identify Misleading And False Content [https://www.spreaker.com/cms/episodes/66821197/edit/%E2%80%A2%09https:/trustinhealthandscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Tips-For-Consumers-Toolkit.pdf]  ASPPH Messaging Guide [https://aspph.org/news/external-relations/aspph-messaging-guide/]   TRANSCRIPT [https://youtu.be/XcTyGYZrVLM?si=G9GGMtINy-7-SLLG] VIDEO VERSION [https://youtu.be/XcTyGYZrVLM?si=G9GGMtINy-7-SLLG]

Episode 1: Addressing Health Misinformation and Disinformation to Advance Truth-telling

Episode One   In this first episode of a two-part series, we explore how misinformation can distort public understanding and reactions to critical health information. With social media serving as a breeding ground for these inaccuracies, it is important to develop robust media and data literacy skills to distinguish fact from fiction.   Here we engage with leading experts who share evidence-based strategies for addressing health misinformation and discuss the crucial role of critical thinking and investigative research in fostering media literacy and empowering individuals and communities to make informed decisions.  We delve into the difference between misinformation and disinformation, examining susceptibility to these falsehoods, and the psychological and social factors that contribute to their spread.   Host: Caryn Bell, Associate Director, P4HE Collaborative [https://www.spreaker.com/cms/episodes/66821197/edit/wwwpartners4healthequity.org], Assistant Professor, Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine at Tulane University   Guests: Tim Leshan, Chief External Relations and Advocacy Officer, Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) [http://www.aspph.org]   Erin O’Malley, Executive Director, Coalition for Trust in Health & Science [https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrustinhealthandscience.org%2Fabout-the-coalition-for-trust-in-health-science%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ctscuderi%40tulane.edu%7C7c9f228445b84780b1cd08dd8e63b5a0%7C9de9818325d94b139fc34de5489c1f3b%7C0%7C0%7C638823281096803558%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4LvcSXASS8ZKZjD5uNBaRTHwNfqTlbKT%2B4EC84CaneU%3D&reserved=0] (CTHS)     Resources: ·         Coalition for Trust in Health in Science website [https://trustinhealthandscience.org/]: ·         Tips for Consumers How to Navigate Trusted Health Information & Identify Misleading And False Content [https://www.spreaker.com/cms/episodes/66821197/edit/%E2%80%A2%09https:/trustinhealthandscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Tips-For-Consumers-Toolkit.pdf]   ASPPH Messaging Guide [https://aspph.org/news/external-relations/aspph-messaging-guide/]   TRANSCRIPT [https://files.constantcontact.com/4c2e156f801/61e379ec-0df8-40f5-9df3-ee40ecd2cee6.pdf] VIDEO VERSION [https://youtu.be/wVBnKHc1fAc?si=YJ9P2YmjYz-sqfeS]