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Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo26. Understanding Medical Racism and How It Can Impact All of Us With Dr. Onye NnoromIt's an uncomfortable truth: Canada is not immune from racism, nor is our healthcare system. If you have to interact with the healthcare system, will you get the care you need? Will you get the care you deserve regardless of your age, your race, your gender or the language you speak? Will your elderly parents get the care they need and deserve? Family physician and preventive medicine specialist Dr. Onye Nnorum breaks down systemic racism in medicine and how it can impact all of us. She also discusses solutions to improve the system so that we can all feel...2024-06-271h 15
The Dr. Vibe Show™The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Canada Talking™ "The Well Being Of Refugee Women"Black Canada Talking™ is a live online event that provides Black Canadians opportunity to give their takes and POVs on stories that are of importance to them. Recently, Chenai Kadungure, Executive Director, Black Physicians’ Association of Ontario (BPAO) and Dr. Onye Nnorom, Past President BPAO were guests on Black Canada Talking™. They talked about The Well Being of Refugee Women. Chenai Kadungure has led international economic and community development non-profit programs in Sub-Saharan Africa, the Caribbean and North America. She is the Executive Director of the Black Physicians’ Association of Ontario (BPAO) and is happy to support Blac...2024-01-091h 05
Race, Health & HappinessS04 Bonus Episode - “Black Joy!” Live EventOn Saturday, September 23rd, 2023, The “Race, Health & Happiness” Podcast staged a live event at the Black Creek Community Health Centre in Toronto. The theme was “Black Joy”. Dr. O led the event with special guests, psychologist Natacha Pennycooke and musicologist John Devenish. The programme also featured prerecorded segments by Dance/Movement therapist Maria “Mara” Rivera from New York City.Original RHH intern Jael Joseph was master of ceremonies, and the RHH Team was there to support the event including our showrunner Cam, research coordinator Tamika Latibeaudiere, and technical producers Xavier Oshinowo and D’Andre Dixon.Here’s what it so...2023-12-271h 28
Race, Health & HappinessS04E10 - “Episode: Finale” - Dr. O and Dr. Karl discuss the end of RHH…Unbelievably, this is it! After four seasons of The “Race, Health & Happiness”Podcast, we are shutting off the lights, locking the door, and saying goodbye for the last time. We did our best to share knowledge, uplift people, and make “this racialized world” a little better. But all good things must come to an end, and we know in our souls that now is the time to take a break, and then dream it all up again with some new and exciting ventures.Of the countless reasons we have to be grateful, it’s the many people who supported...2023-12-1328 min
Race, Health & HappinessS04E09 - D’Bi.Young Anitafrika discusses the decolonizing power of art, overcoming the toxicity of classism within Black communities, and how harm and healing can co-exist in real timeIn this episode of “Race Health & Happiness” I speak with d’bi.young anitafrika, a multi-hyphenate, multi-dimensional, award-winning artist, performer, leader and dreamer with over 25 years of experience creating and performing around the world. In our conversation, d'bi shares about their journey as a creative committed to decolonization and liberation. They discuss the impact of classism on Black communities, and how harm and healing can co-exist in real timeListen in for an energizing conversation that celebrates resilience, reclamation and coming home to joy. - Dr. OAccess our Shownotes to uncover additional meaning!(https://bi...2023-11-1555 min
Race, Health & HappinessS04E08 - Marlon Palmer discusses how he overcame ‘digital racism’, the healing power of comedy, and the importance of having a ‘third place’On today's episode I speak with Marlon Palmer, the Jamaican-Canadian comedian, podcaster, and content creator. With a mission to help people forget their problems, Marlon aims to bring joy and laughter to any environment he occupies. He talks about his journey to becoming a voice for Black Toronto culture and how he intends his work to create a ‘third space’, or a place of rest for people to lay down the burdens of home and work. Marlon and I discuss the power of art to push boundaries, and we touch on some of the pay equity disparities he experiences as a...2023-10-1853 min
Race, Health & HappinessRHH On Campus (Series) PT 2: Impact of Substance Abuse on Black Community mental health with Donna AlexanderThis is episode two of a two part series of RHH on Campus. In this episode Xavier Oshinowo interviews Donna Alexander, a Social Worker, Mental Health Clinician, Advocate, and Consultant with 18-plus years of experience and mental health support about the impact of substance abuse on the Black community and the influence SAPPACY has in the Ontario region. Access our Shownotes to uncover additional meaning!Please support us on Patreon at http://www.Patreon.com/RaceHealthHappy[The “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast is produced with the support of Toronto Metropolitan University.] 2023-09-2728 min
Race, Health & HappinessS04E07 - Quinton Redcliffe discusses his role in the struggle against Apartheid, how South Africans are working to dismantle institutionalized racism, and the impact of George Floyd on anti-racism work in Africa and worldwideThis episode of RHH is our third of a 3-part series on South Africa. I speak with Quinton Redcliffe, a skilled facilitator, trainer, and educator from Cape Town, South Africa. He specializes in international education, intercultural communication and leadership training. He has dedicated his career to working to find common ground among diverse populations, from his days working to topple the apartheid regime in the South Africa of his youth, to helping people deal with and overcome the legacy of institutionalized racism in his country and all over the world. More recently Quinton has had the opportunity to expand his...2023-09-2051 min
Race, Health & HappinessRHH On Campus (Series) PT 1: Impact of Gun Violence on Black Community mental health with Gregory LeslieThis is episode one of a two part series of RHH on Campus. In this episode Xavier Oshinowo interviews Gregory Leslie, a Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Consultant with 20-plus years of experience and mental health support about the impact of gun violence on the Black community.Access our Shownotes to uncover additional meaning!Please support us on Patreon at http://www.Patreon.com/RaceHealthHappy[The “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast is produced with the support of Toronto Metropolitan University.]2023-09-1732 min
Race, Health & HappinessS04E06 - Caroline Peters discusses surviving the evils of Apartheid in South Africa, empowering women against sexual violence, and finding her voice through activismThis episode of RHH is our second of a three-part series on South Africa. I speak with Ms. Caroline Peters, a South African feminist and human rights defender and an award-winning activist against gender-based violence. Ms. Peters discusses her life and experiences living and working as a coloured woman in South Africa during the 90's. She tells me about the differences in discrimination between groups during apartheid, and her feelings about how she navigated those chapters in South African history. During our conversation she opens up about how she found, lost, and reclaimed her voice, and the p...2023-08-301h 01
Race, Health & HappinessS04E05 - Nicole Kaniki discusses growing up in South Africa, her journey from being “Coloured” to Black, and the inspiring story of her famous ancestorGet ready to embark on a captivating journey as the Race Health & Happiness podcast continues our international theme with an extraordinary 3-part series that unravels the rich tapestry of South Africa. My exploration led me to the vibrant city of Cape Town, where I had intriguing conversations about race in the South African context. But before I transport you to the heart of the Motherland, we kick off this exhilarating mini-series right here in Canada with an exceptional guest: Dr. Nicole Kaniki.Dr. Kaniki is an esteemed South African Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion professional and the visionary...2023-07-191h 02
Race, Health & HappinessS04E04 - Nam Kiwanuka discusses her rise from refugee to media star, the double-edged sword of colorism, and how her superpower helps her to surthrive in hostile environmentsOn the latest episode of Race Health and Happiness, Dr. O engages in a riveting conversation with esteemed Canadian journalist Nam Kiwanuka. Nam has had an impressive run on the Canadian public television network TVO as the co-host “The Agenda with Steve Paikin”, as the host of TVO's groundbreaking project “The Thread with Nam Kiwanuka”, and as the host of “The Agenda in the Summer”. With that track record plus her years as a music journalist and documentarian, Nam is no stranger to the limelight and has firmly established herself as a Black Canadian media icon.In this inspirin...2023-06-141h 24
Race, Health & HappinessS04E03 - Bamby Salcedo discusses transgender activism, pathologizing identity, and fighting oppression within marginalized groupsBamby Salcedo is known all over the world for her activism as the President and CEO of the TransLatin@ Coalition. In her conversation with Dr. O she talks about the courageous journey she took to live her life authentically and the risks and costs of living out this truth. As a transgender woman who was also an immigrant from Mexico in Los Angeles, she shares about the layered intersections of her experience that helped to develop her into the strong person she is today. The resilience and grit she cultivated over the course of her life helps her...2023-05-1058 min
Race, Health & HappinessS04E02 - Dr. Lulu discusses LGBTQ+ acceptance and affirmation, coming of age in Nigeria as a Queer woman, and youth suicide preventionDr. O’s guest for this episode is Dr. Lulu, aka “The Momatrician”. She is a Nigerian-born, board-certified pediatrician, a former lieutenant colonel and commander in the US Air Force, mother of three children, author of “How to Teach Your Children About Racism” and a two-time TEDx speaker.In this episode Dr. Lulu shares her story of coming of age in Nigeria, and talks about the mistakes that many parents make when they find themselves at a crossroads in their children’s lives, dealing with. childhood trauma, LGBTQ+ acceptance and youth suicide prevention.An engaging and passiona...2023-04-051h 03
Race, Health & HappinessRHH On Campus (Series) P3: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Celina Ceasar-ChavannesOn Part 3 of RHH on Campus, Xavier Oshinowo interviews Senior Advisor, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI) Initiatives in the Faculty of Health Sciences , author of a new book, Can You Hear Me Now? How I Found My Voice and Learned to Live with Passion and Purpose and member of the Black Scientist task force- Celina Caesar-Chavannes- about the impact of Covid 19 on Black Communities.Access our Shownotes to uncover additional meaning!Please support us on Patreon at http://www.Patreon.com/RaceHealthHappy[The “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast is produced with the support of Toronto...2023-03-2523 min
Race, Health & HappinessRHH On Campus (Series) P2: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Dr. Upton AllenOn Part 2. of RHH on Campus, Xavier Oshinowo interviews Head of the Division of Infectious Disease at the Hospital for Sick Children, Professor of Paediatrics at U of T and member of the Black Scientist task force- Dr. Upton Allen- about the impact of Covid 19 on Black Communities.Access our Shownotes to uncover additional meaning!Please support us on Patreon at http://www.Patreon.com/RaceHealthHappy[The “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast is produced with the support of Toronto Metropolitan University.]2023-03-1818 min
Race, Health & HappinessRHH On Campus (Series) P1: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Dr. Candice ToddOn Part 1. of RHH on Campus, Xavier Oshinowo interviews Naturopathic doctor and member of the Black Scientist task force-Dr. Candice Todd. During this episode Xavier and Dr. Todd discuss the impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities.Access our Shownotes to uncover additional meaning!Please support us on Patreon at http://www.Patreon.com/RaceHealthHappy[The “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast is produced with the support of Toronto Metropolitan University.]2023-03-1116 min
Race, Health & HappinessRHH On Campus 01: How are Students Doing After Remote Learning?This is the first episode of “RHH On Campus”, where we pass the mic to Black students!!! In this episode Xavier Oshinowo, who is a Media Production student at Toronto Metropolitan University, interviews his peers. The conversations highlight four students’ transitions from online to in-person schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic.[The “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast is produced with the support of Toronto Metropolitan University.]2023-03-0518 min
Race, Health & HappinessS04E01 - Elizabeth Leiba discusses “Shopping While Black”, becoming a LinkedIn influencer, and answering the call to advocacySeason 4 of RHH is going to be an international journey, and we we start it off in the USA with our amazing sister, Elizabeth Leiba! She is a multimedia journalist of Jamaican descent living and working in Florida, where she has hosted numerous podcasts including “Black Power Moves” on the Ebony Podcast Network. Leiba is also a professor who has spent more than a decade working in higher education, teaching advocacy at the undergraduate and graduate levels. She is the Director of Instructional Design and Innovation at City College in Hollywood, Florida, and the founder and course developer for The B...2023-02-221h 07
Race, Health & HappinessS03E11 - Sur-THRIVING During The Holidays!"I am a HUGE fan of centering Black Joy during the holidays! As an antidote to the materialism, colonial social structures, and more recently the pandemic-related isolation, I think it’s important to celebrate with friends and loved ones, good food, and good music, all grounded in our rich cultural traditions.In this special episode of the “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast I sit down with my Senior Producer Dr. Karl Kabasele to share memories of holidays past, and to discuss how we can all find joy, connection, and rejuvenation during this festive season. However you celebrate, whether you emb...2022-12-2125 min
Race, Health & HappinessS03E10 - Dalton Higgins discusses Black entrepreneurship, tokenism in the media, and the incredible healing power of musicOn this episode I speak with Dalton Higgins, an African-Canadian self-proclaimed multi-hyphenate. He is a PR strategist and publicist, author of six books, festival producer and National Magazine Award winning journalist. Dalton teaches a course called 'Deconstructing Drake, and The Weeknd' as a part of Toronto Metropolitan University’s Professional Music BFA program. Dalton is also the author of the definitive biography of rap icon Drake entitled, 'Far From Over: The Music and Life of Drake', which is part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum collection in the U.S. Dalton ha...2022-11-301h 13
CMAJ PodcastsSpecial Episode: Tackling anti-Black racism in medicineSend us a textEfforts to combat anti-Black racism in Canadian healthcare are underway but much remains to be done to dismantle the ideas, systems and implicit biases that underpin this specific form of discrimination.On this special one-hour episode, Drs Omole and Bigham explore the history of anti-Black racism in Canada’s medical schools, in particular at Queen’s University, where a ban on Black students was only formally lifted in 2018.They also explore solutions, including the development of a curriculum at Q...2022-10-3158 min
Race, Health & HappinessS03E09 - Naki Osutei discusses succeeding as a Black woman in corporate environments, her journey after failure, and using “diplomacy” to disrupt systemic racismDESCRIPTION:My guest for this episode is Naki Osutei, a Ghanian-born Canadian woman, and the Vice President of Strategy, Colleague Experience and Environmental Social Governance at the multinational bank and financial services corporation, TD Canada Trust. Naki has helped to develop the “TD Ready Commitment”, TD’s global citizenship platforms that assist in providing grants to community-based organizations. Additionally, she co-chairs the Black Employee Network and she is a member of the Black Executive Steering Committee at TD. Naki is also the founder of Next Level Presence, a boutique coaching consultancy, which produc...2022-10-261h 10
Race, Health & HappinessS03E08 - Karyn Pugliese discusses anti-Indigenous racism, speaking truth to power and the path to solidarity“My guest for this episode is Karyn Pugliese, who is a Canadian broadcast journalist and communication specialist of Algonquin and Italian descent. Karen is the current Executive Director of the publication “Canada's National Observer”. Previously, she was the managing editor of investigations at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), and the executive director of news and current affairs at the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN). She received the 2022 National Newspaper Award in the “Columns” category for three powerful pieces written after the discovery of unmarked graves on the grounds of the former Kamloops Indian residential school.We talk ab...2022-09-281h 10
Race, Health & HappinessS03E07 - Encore Episode: Kikė Ojo-Thompson discusses anti-African attitudes, “Misogynoir”, and raising resilient Black children“For this episode of the RHH podcast, we are bringing you a throwback, and it’s the very popular episode from Season 2 featuring Kike Ojo-Thompson. The reason we are doing this encore presentation is because we know that so many of you are heading back to the workplace or back into the classroom, and what she has is the ultimate advice on knowing how to succeed and understanding the game board you’re playing on, especially as a Black person. And so we are bringing it back, this gem of an episode with my girl Kike!Kike's mission...2022-08-3157 min
Race, Health & HappinessS03E06 - Jael Joseph discusses her internship with “Race, Health & Happiness”, the challenges of being a Black immigrant student, and the importance of knowing your worthIn this special episode of Race, Health & Happiness, we are profiling one of our star interns, Jael Joseph. And as a super special treat I’ve also got our senior producer Dr. Karl on the mic, since he plays an important role supervising and working with our students.So… as y’all know, our podcast team is comprised of Black and BIPOC volunteer students and paid interns. Our distinguished guest Jael was our first intern, and she did such a wonderful job that a year later she was promoted to Associate Producer! She is so talented and a brigh...2022-07-2758 min
Race, Health & HappinessS03E05 - Dr. O explores how we protect our communities with Nia Centre for the Arts & Roots Community Services This is the second of a two-part series. See S03E04 for Part 1, entitled “Protecting Ourselves” In this episode, we will continue what we started in Episode 4, where I interviewed EDI leader Nouman Ashraf, and we focused on protective factors that can shield us from some of the harms of systemic racism. In that episode we reflected on Nouman’s own journey and how factors like self-love, cultural pride, cultural fluency were protective for him, and I talked about the importance of taking a mindful moment when you are triggered. This episode is about the power of...2022-06-291h 02
Race, Health & HappinessS03E04 - Nouman Ashraf discusses protecting ourselves against systemic racism using cultural fluency and cultural pride, and he inspires Dr. O to create a Mindful MomentIn this episode, Dr. O speaks with Nouman Ashraf, Assistant Professor at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. As a leader in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion space he has spent a lot of his time thinking and teaching about how leadership can be a tool to promote social equity.In this wide-ranging conversation, Nouman discusses what growing up in multiple parts of the world taught him about navigating multi-cultural spaces. He explains how his understanding of diversity has been a protective factor in his life, particularly against systemic racism. And then Dr. O...2022-05-2544 min
Race, Health & HappinessS03E03 - Paul Taylor discusses food security, Black parental advocacy, and the importance of being a role modelIn this episode Dr. O speaks with anti-poverty activist Paul Taylor. He is the Executive Director of FoodShare Toronto, an organization that focuses on the connections between food, social justice and community engagement.Paul opens up about his experience with poverty and how it was critical in his journey. He talks about his mother’s love and resilience that inspired him to do purposeful work in challenging racial settings. Paul and Dr. O analyze institutional discrimination and inequalities in the key determinants of health, education, income, and housing. Paul also talks about how Black and white populations in Ca...2022-04-201h 00
Race, Health & HappinessS03E02 - Camille Dundas discusses anti-Black racism in the media, being a “diversity hire”, and embracing her identityIn this episode I speak with Camille Dundas, the Editor-in-Chief of Canada's largest Black online magazine ByBlacks.com and a diversity, equity and inclusion consultant specializing in anti-racism education.We had an incisive conversation where Camille talks about centering herself in her identity after years of running away from it. She opens up about a traumatizing racist incident that happened to her in broad daylight in Ottawa. She also discusses anti-Black racism in media, and how going to school in the Caribbean taught her about excellence and expecting more from herself.Real talk: Before we sp...2022-03-0953 min
Race, Health & HappinessS03E01 - Trey Anthony discusses being open about mental health challenges, feeling guilty about TV success, and walking in your purposeIn the Season 3 premiere of the “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast, Dr. O is in conversation with Trey Anthony, the award-winning writer, television star, motivational speaker and mentor.In their discussion, Trey opens up about her journey with depression and how she maintains her mental health. She talks about her success in the entertainment business, and why this left her with deep feelings of guilt. She shares how she learned to stop trying to do everything herself and how working with her team helps her to prioritize self-care and wellness. And she speaks about walking in her purpose and how...2022-02-0955 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E08 Special Episode - “Dietary Equity & Inclusion” ft. Tameika Shaw and Gurneet DhamiIn this special episode of “Race, Health & Happiness” we are talking about — FOOD! To complete the menu I’ve got two guests. First I speak with registered dietitian Tameika Shaw, who tells us about how she works with members of communities that are experiencing oppression, and helps them find ways to eat healthy authentic food, with a joyful spirit! After that I speak with graduate student Gurneet Dhami, who tells us about the creative resistance that is happening in the field of dietetics. Both of my guests are thriving in a field that has a history of...2021-12-1531 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E07 Special Episode - “Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Revisited"The last time we featured Celina Caesar-Chavannes on the “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast was way back in 2019, when we were preparing to launch the first season of the show. At the time Celina was an elected Member of Canadian Parliament, and she was fierce and outspoken about who she was, and the issues that she cared about. From the outside, it would have seemed that she was on top of the world. But that just wasn’t the case, the truth was much more nuanced, and even ugly, as you will hear in this episode. Being in the political sphere bro...2021-11-1753 min
CFP PodcastAfrocentric approaches to screening in primary careEditorial Fellow Dr. Sarah Fraser interviews Dr. Onye Nnorom on Afrocentric approaches to screening in primary care. Dr. Nnorom is a family physician and Preventive Medicine Specialist in Toronto, Associate Program Director of the Public Health and Preventive Medicine Residency Program at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Read Dr. Nnorom's article in the November 2021 issue of CFP, Afrocentric screening program for breast, colorectal, and cervical cancer among immigrant patients in Ontario.2021-11-1131 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E06 Special Episode - “Exposing Medical Colonialism” ft. Dr. Samir Shaheen-Hussain"In this special episode I speak to my friend and medical colleague Dr. Samir Shaheen-Hussain. He is the author of the book, “Fighting for A Hand to Hold: Confronting Medical Colonialism against Indigenous Children in Canada”. His book is a powerful example of solidarity and truth telling in medicine. Of note, this episode was recorded before the revelation of the horrific Kamloops residential school burial site, and before the release of the public inquiry into the death of Indigenous patient, woman and mother, Joyce Echaquan. Details of these tragedies are in the ShowNotes, as well as how you c...2021-09-2946 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E05 - Olunike Adeliyi discusses the challenges of being a Black actress in Hollywood, embracing heritage as a form of self-care, and confronting the stereotype of the Angry Black WomanWelcome to Season 2 of The “Race, Health & Happiness” Podcast! This season is about “Game Changers”, people who are dismantling institutional racism in their own fields, teaching us how to do it, or how to support it, while we thrive.In this episode, I speak with Olunike Adeliyi, the Canadian actress, activist and philanthropist that many of you will know from her roles in the TV shows “Workin’ Moms”, “American Gods” and “Coroner”. We really connected as sisters of African and Caribbean heritage during our wide-ranging discussion about self care, Olunike’s experiences navigating the acting world as a Black woman, and dealing...2021-08-2547 min
Solving Healthcare with Dr. Kwadwo KyeremantengCOVID-19: Impact on Racialized Communities, Vaccine Hesitancy & The Power of Community Engagement, with Dr. onye NnoromSOLVINGWELLNESS: An amazing wellness platform for healthcare professionals
SOLVINGWELLNESS.COMKEYNOTE SPEAKINGsolvinghealthcare.ca or kwadcast99@gmail.comBETTERHELPBetterHelp is the largest online counselling platform worldwide. They change the way people get help with facing life's challenges by providing convenient, discreet and affordable access to a licensed therapist. BetterHelp makes professional counselling available anytime, anywhere, through a computer, tablet or smartphone.Sign up today: http://betterhelp.com/solvinghealthcare and use Discount code “solvinghealthcare"Solving Healthcare Seminars & Merchandise.The full conference can be pu...2021-08-241h 19
Prevention Over Prescription with Dr. KCOVID-19: Impact on Racialized Communities, Vaccine Hesitancy & The Power of Community Engagement, with Dr. onye NnoromSOLVINGWELLNESS: An amazing wellness platform for healthcare professionalsSOLVINGWELLNESS.COMKEYNOTE SPEAKINGsolvinghealthcare.ca or kwadcast99@gmail.comBETTERHELPBetterHelp is the largest online counselling platform worldwide. They change the way people get help with facing life's challenges by providing convenient, discreet and affordable access to a licensed therapist. BetterHelp makes professional counselling available anytime, anywhere, through a computer, tablet or smartphone.Sign up today: http://betterhelp.com/solvinghealthcare and use Discount code “solvinghealthcare"Solving Healthcare Seminars & Merchandise.The full conference can be pu...2021-08-241h 19
The Decision CornerHealth Equity for Black Communities with Dr. Onye NnoromIn this episode of the podcast, Brooke is joined by Dr. Onye Nnorom, president of the Black Physicians’ Association of Ontario and an experienced physician who helps people understand how factors of racism impact marginalized groups, especially in the context of health. Also known as “Dr. O” on her podcast “Race, Health, and Happiness,” the two discuss racialized communities’ experiences with the health system, vaccines, strategies to build trust, and optimism for the future. Supported with important real-world examples of systemic shortcomings and effective ways to increase trust within Black communities, the conversation explores COVID-19 through a much-needed racialized lens.
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Race, Health & HappinessS02 E04 - Kern Carter discusses why it's difficult to sell Black characters to publishers, how Black writers are underpaid, and succeeding through self-publishingWelcome to Season 2 of The “Race, Health & Happiness” Podcast! This season is about “Game Changers”, people who are dismantling institutional racism in their own fields, teaching us how to do it, or how to support it, while we thrive.In this episode, I speak with author and "ghostwriter" Kern Carter about the strategies he has used to create his own path in the publishing industry, where institutional racism is alive and well but HE is coming out on top! This episode has great lessons and nourishment for the mind. ⁃ Dr. O***View our ShowNote...2021-07-2844 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E03.5 Special Episode - “Radical Self-Care” ft. Dr. Marcia AndersonIn this bonus episode Dr O. and Dr. Marcia Anderson talk about radical self-care. The conversation with Dr. Anderson about Indigenous health began with RHH S02 E03, which you can listen to here: [https://bit.ly/rhhs02e03]African American poet Audre Lorde taught us about wellness, saying: “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.”Please note that this episode was recorded before the recent traumatizing discovery of hundreds of unmarked Indigenous children’s graves on the grounds of some historical Canadian ‘residential schools’. B...2021-06-3041 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E03 – Dr. Marcia Anderson discusses Indigenous Health, impacts of colonization, and anti-Indigenous racism in health careWelcome to Season 2 of the “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast: GAME CHANGERS. In this episode, I interview my girl and colleague Dr. Marcia Anderson – Indigenous woman, mother, physician, advocate, scholar, FEMME and just PURE FIYA!!We dive into the impacts of colonization and her own experiences of anti-Indigenous racism in healthcare. Although this was recorded before the tragic unearthing of Indigenous children’s remains in Kamloops BC, the approaches to healing she describes here can be applied to overcoming almost any form of racial trauma. So I hope it is helpful to everyone directly and indirectly affected...2021-06-1635 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E02 – Victoria Chan discusses Anti-Asian Hate, and the tensions between Asian and Black communitiesWelcome to Season 2 of the “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast: GAME CHANGERS. In this episode, I’m interviewing Victoria Chan, a journalist who is disrupting and dismantling stereotypes about East-Asian people and communities. In July 2020, I read one of Victoria’s articles which started like this: “In the midst of a pandemic — and perhaps, because of it — Chinese Canadians find themselves on both sides of the racism dynamic: as victims of targeted attacks and perpetrators of anti-Black sentiment. ” YESSSSSSSS….That’s still true and incredibly sticky for me as a Black woman, so I’m hap...2021-05-1247 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E01 - Kikė Ojo-Thompson discusses anti-African attitudes, “Misogynoir”, and raising resilient Black children“Welcome to Season 2 of The “Race, Health & Happiness” Podcast! This season is about “Game Changers”, people who are dismantling institutional racism in their own fields, teaching us how to do it, or how to support it, while we thrive.In this episode I speak with Diversity and Inclusion Consultant Kike Ojo-Thompson, whose mission is to transform institutions and work cultures into more equitable spaces. Our conversation explores the tensions and intersections of Black identity within Black communities. Then we delve into the double discrimination faced by Black women called “Misogynoir”, and finally tips for staying healthy and raising resilient...2021-03-3156 min
Race, Health & HappinessS02 E00 Special Episode - Retro Trailer "2020 Hindsight"In preparation for Season 2 of RaceHealthHappy.com, we decided to revisit Season 1 of the show one last time. Looking back with "2020 Hindsight" at a difficult year we were reminded that the conversations Dr. O had with her guests are still relevant as we continue to explore how to thrive and stay well in a racialized world. You can enjoy all of the episodes of RHH's Season 1 at http://www.RaceHealthHappiness.com or wherever you get your podcasts.And stay tuned for "Race, Health & Happiness Season 2: Game Changers", debuting on March 31st, 2021.2021-03-1705 min
Northern Exposure31. Academic Public Health and Preventative Medicine - Dr. Onye NnoromDr. Onye Nnorom is a Family Doctor and a Public Health & Preventive Medicine specialist. She is the Associate Program Director of the Public Health & Preventive Medicine Residency Program at the University of Toronto, and is the Black Health Theme Lead for the Faculty of Medicine there. Dr. Nnorom completed her medical degree at McGill University, followed by her Masters of Public Health (Epidemiology) and residency training at the University of Toronto. Being of Nigerian and Trinidadian heritage, she is particularly interested in Black community health and wellness, and racism as a social determinant of health. Dr. Nnorom is the...2021-02-1736 min
Race, Health & HappinessS01 E05 Special Episode - Director X discusses how meditation can reduce violence and promote wellness.Dr. O speaks with Director X, internationally acclaimed film and music video director, about the night he got shot, how he wants to use brain science to address gun violence, and why he is not getting support from his friends in the hip-hop community.Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3aTTbdx2020-08-2632 min
Race, Health & HappinessS01 E04 - Professor Akwatu Khenti discusses using optimism as armor, and public health solutions to gun violenceDr. O speaks with researcher and community leader Akwatu Khenti, PhD about how he uses the power of optimism, rooted in his African and Trinidadian heritage, to overcome adversity in his life. Dr. Khenti also talks about the real causes of gun violence in Black communities, including systemic racism and systems of oppression.Show Notes - bit.ly/2D6JxHX2020-08-0149 min
Race, Health & HappinessS01 E03 - Dr. Roberta K. Timothy discusses how connection to her African heritage helps her to resist Anti-Black Racism"Dr. O speaks with professor and Black community advocate Dr. Roberta K. Timothy, about how her connection with her African ancestry helps her to survive and overcome Anti-Black Racism and stay mentally healthy. Dr. Timothy also talks about the impacts of racism on growing minds, the importance of community support and therapy, and why she needs to be surrounded by her people to feel invigorated."Shownotes - bit.ly/2Vm73qv2020-06-221h 00
Small Changes Big ImpactEDI, race, and authenticity in medicine with Dr. Onye NnoromIn studio today, we have Dr. Onye Nnorom. She's the new lead for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Department of Family and Community Medicine. She is the Black health theme lead for the University of Toronto medical school, family doctor and public health specialist, and assistant professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine and the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Today's episode focuses on inclusion and authenticity. This episode was recorded on March 9, 2020, but its release was delayed due to the COVID lockdown. 2020-06-1046 min
The DoseHow does systemic racism predispose people to COVID-19?This month, as we’ve faced a global pandemic, we've also seen an historic movement rise up to protest anti-Black racism. That movement and COVID-19 are coalescing at the same time for a number of reasons, and public health experts are coming to the forefront to explain why. Today on The Dose, Dr. Onye Nnorom the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, in the Department of Family & Community Medicine at University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine joins Dr. Goldman to answer the question "How does systemic racism predispose people to COVID-19? Dr. Nnorum is also the President of the Black Physicians’ Asso...2020-06-1023 min
Race, Health & HappinessS01 E02 - Celina Caesar-Chavannes discusses her professional journey, “showing up” for self and community, and the power of her Inner ChildDr. O speaks with Celina Caesar-Chavannes, mental health advocate and former member of Canadian parliament, about her journey to find her place at the professional table, the importance of “showing up” for herself and her community, and how she learned to tap into the strength of her Inner Child.ShowNotes - bit.ly/2RbjVgURHHE022020-04-0634 min
Race, Health & HappinessS01 E01 — Ritu Bhasin discusses authenticity, belonging, and growing up between culturesDr. O speaks with lawyer, author and inclusion specialist Ritu Bhasin, about finding your authentic self, growing up caught between cultures — and how staying healthy can be a revolutionary act.Please see additional Show Notes.(http://bit.ly/2TXfbvORHH01)2020-02-2535 minRace, Health & HappinessS01 E00 "Episode Zero" - How RHH Was CreatedDr. O and Dr. Karl Kabasele discuss the origins of the podcast.Please see additional Show Notes.(http://bit.ly/3cKtA7eRHHE00)2020-02-2516 min
Moms Sipping SangriaHow to Beat the Winters Blahs: Advice from Family Physician Dr. Onye NnoromAre you, or someone you know, affected by seasonal sadness? We chat with family physician and U of T professor Dr. Onye Nnorom. This expert explains why those affected at this time of year experience varying degrees of seasonal sadness. She also explains when to seek a physician’s help, and shares her BRITE tips to help beat those winter blues.2020-02-1527 min
The DaintyDysh PodcastDyshing on Racism with Dr. Onye NnoromOn this week’s episode I dysh with Dr. Onye about racism and mental health. She reflects on talking about racism at a young age after experiencing it. It was later that Dr. Onye came to the conclusion that racism effects our mental and physical health. She currently teaches medical students the relevance of racism within healthcare. She discusses how social privilege and disadvantages effects racialized populations. Dr. Onye talks about collecting race-based data to understand where racism comes from. Websites and Social Media https://daintydysh.com/ The DaintyDysh Podcast Instagram - @daintydyshpodcast...2019-08-2146 min
Dear MD to BeEpisode 1: The North Star with Dr. Onye NnoromTune in to today’s podcast to hear us speak to Dr. Nnorom about her views as racism as a social determinant of health, her work with the Black community as a clinician and a researcher, and her collaborative efforts with medical students and faculty. We also spoke about her journey through medical school and her current role as the Black Health Theme Lead at the University of Toronto.2019-04-3000 min