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SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 37: Luke BusboomIn the final episode of season three of the ‘Public Health: Unscripted’ podcast, we feature second-year Master of Public Health student and CPHSJ Marketing and Communications Graduate Student Worker, Luke Busboom. Luke reflects on his time in the MarComm role and his overall experience at Saint Louis University. He shares highlights including favorite professors, memorable projects, and a few words of advice for the new host, Molly Griffin. Tune in to Luke’s final episode!2025-05-0926 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 36: Health Management & Policy Department Chair, Michael Rozier, S.J., Ph.D.In this episode, listeners get to know Michael Rozier, S.J., Ph.D., Chair of the Health Management and Policy Department. He reflects on his unique career journey, what led him to the priesthood, his impactful work at SLU over the years, and shares a few final thoughts as he prepares for his next chapter at Loyola University Chicago. 2025-04-1628 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 35: MHA student Isabella Cipolla-PruittIn this episode, listeners will get to know first-year MHA student, Izzy-Pruitt! Pruitt shares her experience in leadership roles with Student Government during undergrad that helped motivate her to pursue an MHA. You can also learn more about what an MHA program at SLU is like and specifically, what it is like for a first-year student. Finally, Pruitt and host, Luke Busboom, reminisce about graduating from the same high school and favorite classes!2025-04-0321 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 34: MHA student Lionel GumireddyIn this episode, listeners can learn more about Second-Year MHA student Lionel Gumireddy! Gumireddy shares his educational journey and how he landed here at Saint Louis University. We also get a glimpse into what his internship experience was like and some of his favorite things to do in St. Louis! 2025-03-2425 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 33: Brooke Dedrick, Vector-Borne Disease Prevention SpecialistIn this week’s episode, host Luke Busboom sits down with Vector-Borne Disease Prevention Specialist, Brooke Dedrick. Dedrick, who works with the St. Louis County Department of Public Health, shares why mosquitoes poise such a unique health risk for communities and the ways in which those risks can be minimized through source reduction practices. Listeners will also learn about ticks and how they can help Dedrick in her work through the ‘Tick Watch’ Program. Enjoy an informative episode about mosquitoes, ticks, resistance, and the role of a Vector-Borne Disease Prevention Specialist.”2025-03-0526 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 32: Maggie Callon, MSW, LCSWIn this episode, listeners learn about the CPHSJ Undergraduate Program Advisor, Maggie Callon. Join us as Callon paints a picture of the undergraduate programs within the CPHSJ and as she shares how she writes her famous ‘Friday Mailers!’ 2025-02-1930 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 31: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPICIn this episode we're joined by Infection Preventionist and Co-Host of the APIC '5 Second Rule Podcast,' Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC. Host Luke Busboom sits down with Kelly to talk about the infection prevention field, jobs, myths and how the '5 Second Rule Podcast' is produced. Listeners will learn more about the infection side of public health.2025-02-0529 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 30: MPH student Grace biju ThomasIn our first episode in our new studio at the freshly renovated second floor of the Wool Center at Saint Louis University, host Luke Busboom sits down with MPH student, Grace Biju Thomas! Listeners will learn about the experience of an international student and what global health means. Thomas discusses attending the Forbes Under 30 Summit and how that experience came to be! Enjoy this first episode of the Spring semester!”2025-01-2235 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted: Wool Center Opening Teaser & FAQsThe College for Public Health and Social Justice will open the brand new second floor of the Wool Center for students on Monday, January 13th.In this teaser, listeners will hear useful information from host Luke Busboom as we begin the Spring semester in a new building (the Wool Center)! Additionally, upcoming guests and episodes are teased to get listeners excited about what is to come in the next few months. If you have any recommendations or ideas for the podcast, email them to luke.busboom@slu.edu. Have a great semester!2025-01-1003 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 29: Ph.D. Student Derick SimmonsIn today’s episode, we sit down with Ph.D. student, Derick Simmons and learn more about what getting a Ph.D. is like within SLU’s College for Public Health and Social Justice! Simmons shares his experiences and why he got into health administration and his journey that led him here. We wrap up the episode by learning more about what presenting research looks like at a conference and Simmons offers some advice for prospective Ph.D. students. 2024-12-0433 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 28: Kyle Foerst, M.S.Ever wondered what biosecurity and disaster preparedness might look like? In this episode, we hear from Kyle Foerst, M.S., and learn more about the field as well as what the courses he teaches at SLU look like. Listeners will get a chance to learn about Foerst’s background and the path he took to get him where he is today. Additionally, students will begin to learn about some key concepts, such as intelligence gathering, and challenges, such as misinformation, and how they impact disaster response efforts. Listen for an insightful episode into all things disa...2024-11-1632 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 27: Wool Building Move UpdateIn this episode, we sit down with the Dean of our College, Dr. Leslie McClure, and the Executive Assistant to the Dean, Nicole Lyon, to discuss our big move in January! Listeners will learn more about some of the behind-the-scenes work that has been taking place over the last several years and get some insight into the hard work required for a successful transition. Dean McClure and Nicole share some exciting sneak previews of what we can expect in the new space as well as some of the things they are ready to leave behind in Salus. Listen for...2024-10-3027 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 26: Reueline ArulanandamIn this episode, listeners can learn more about a student within the College for Public Health and Social Justice who has gone above and beyond to advocate for the student-experience at SLU. Undergraduate senior, Reueline Arulanandam shares about her role as President of Student Government Association and explains what Senate looks like and her different duties. Listen to gain a better understanding of the structure and function of the student government association at SLU and what the student-experience is like at SLU. 2024-10-1626 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 25: Journey AmundsonLearn more about what it is like to be both a D1 athlete and an MPH student at SLU on this episode with Journey Amundson! Gain an insight into the student experience within CPHSJ and what it is like to balance school, work and extracurriculars while also practicing self-care. Finally, listeners will learn what a “hustle mindset” means to Amundson and how she puts it into practice to make the most out of her time.2024-10-0226 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 24: Kelly Van EttenIn this episode of the ‘Public Health: Unscripted’ podcast, second-year MPH student, Kelly Van Etten shares her experience completing her APEx internship this summer. Van Etten, who interned at “City MatCH”, shared how she prepared herself for this internship as well as the interview process. She discussed several different projects that she worked on and some of the highlights from her experience. Listen to learn more about Van Etten's public health journey and how she ended up where she is thanks to opportunities that SLU provided for her.2024-09-1827 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 24: Kelly Van EttenIn this episode of the ‘Public Health: Unscripted’ podcast, second-year MPH student, Kelly Van Etten shares her experience completing her APEx internship this summer. Van Etten, who interned at “City MatCH”, shared how she prepared herself for this internship as well as the interview process. She discussed several different projects that she worked on and some of the highlights from her experience. Listen to learn more about Van Etten's public health journey and how she ended up where she is thanks to opportunities that SLU provided for her.2024-09-1827 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 23: Reilly Agmon & Hannah Gross“This episode of the ‘Public Health: Unscripted’ podcast features second-year master of public health students, Reilly Agmon and Hannah Gross. Agmon, who currently serves as the Student Outbreak Response Team President shares his plans and goals for the student organization this semester while also giving us some more insight into who he is. Gross, who serves as the President for the Student Association for Public Health, explains how the organization functions and the different activities that students can expect this semester. Students who are interested in joining can email reilly.agmon@slu.edu and fol...2024-09-0421 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted: Season 3 Sneak PeekThe Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice ‘Public Health: Unscripted’ podcast is back for another season!On this special teaser episode, our host Luke Busboom, invites us in for a sneak peek at the third season of the 'Public Health: Unscripted' podcast. This season we'll interview faculty, staff, alumni, and students that have experiences at and around SLU that are interesting and focused on our mission of pursuing health, well-being, and social justice for and with communities through nationally-renowned teaching and research, practical applications of knowledge, and authentic partnerships inspired by SLU's...2024-08-2801 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 21: CPHSJ Students Erinn Miller and Luke BusboomThis episode of the ‘Public Health: Unscripted’ podcast features second-year master of public health student and CPHSJ marketing and communications student worker, Erinn Miller. Miller reflects on her time as the mar/com student worker and some of the highlights of the role including being the main host for the podcast this season. Miller shares some wisdom with the new host, Luke Busboom, and provides some tips on how to take over the podcast in the coming year. Listeners can sit back and reflect with Miller on a year of podcasting! 2024-04-3032 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 20: Andy BandaThis episode of the 'Public Health: Unscripted' podcast features second year masters of public health student and President of the Student Association for Public Health (SAPH), Andy Banda. Banda discusses the programming done on campus for this year’s National Public Health Week and looks ahead to the future of the week with host, Luke Busboom. In this episode, listeners can learn more about SAPH, public health and its ties to the Jesuit mission, and some of Banda’s favorite spots for coffee in the city!2024-04-1831 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 19: Allison KemnerThis episode of the Public Health: Unscripted podcast features, Senior VP & Chief Research Officer, Allison Kemner. Mrs. Kemner shares her experience as an alum of the SLU MPH program, an adjunct instructor for the BSHE program, and a preceptor to many students around the country, including the host of the podcast, Erinn Miller. Listen now to learn more about Mrs. Kemner, how she became interested in doing research on early childhood intervention, and what students can do to set themselves up for success in life and career during their time in the program.2024-04-0151 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 18: Ph.D. candidate, Jerell DeCailleThe Public Health Unscripted Podcast is joined by fourth year Ph.D. candidate, Jerell DeCaille to talk about his experience as a doctoral student and what it means to choose to continue your advanced education. This episode he highlights his research in optimism and asset-approaches to community health and how these things influence health outcomes for black men and boys, different perspectives on how public health is communicated, and what his favorite tv shows and films, like Boys in the Hood or Sex Education can teach you about public health.2024-03-1952 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedEpisode 6 - Conversations with Leaders in Public Health: Julie GaryDr. Gary’s bio:Dr. Julie J. Gary is currently the inaugural Behavioral Health Bureau Chief for the City of St. Louis Department of Health in St. Louis, Missouri, addressing substance use and mental health challenges in the local community. In her previous role as Epidemiologist, Behavioral Health and Health Equity, Dr. Gary wrote the city’s first behavioral health report focused on the opioid epidemic and authored the city’s first comprehensive health equity plan. In her Bureau's overlap with the City of St. Louis Criminal Justice System, Dr. Gary serves on the Criminal Justice Coordinating Counci...2024-03-0727 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 17: MPH student Liam JohnSecond year MPH student Liam John chats with friend and host of the podcast, Erinn Miller, about his experience with community work and mutual aid in St. Louis, what passion projects he has been working on during his final year as a public health student at SLU, and his plans to move to Chicago and find community in a new city. This episode, listeners can expect to be left with a calling to get involved with community organizing and find a good cup of coffee while they are at it!2024-03-0736 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 16: Sam Biver, M.P.H.St. Louis native and CPHSJ alum Sam Biver joins the 'Public Health: Unscripted Podcast' to talk about his background in physical education and his myriad of research experiences that led him back to becoming a full time instructor at SLU. Biver leaves listeners with an inspiring message to get involved and take on new challenges that will allow you to grow.2024-02-2136 minSLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 15: Ellen K. Barnidge, Ph.D.Dr. Ellen Barnidge, CPHSJ faculty member who served as Interim Dean from February 2022 to November 2023 joins the 'Public Health: Unscripted Podcast' to talk about what a Dean is and her experience in the role, how she has seen the college change since her time being a student, and how she approaches career transitions.Barnidge has been part of the public health family at SLU since 2002, when she began working toward her MPH in behavioral science and epidemiology. She joined the then School of Public Health as a project coordinator in 2005 and joined the faculty in 2010....2024-02-0633 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 14: Dean, Leslie McClure, Ph.D.The College for Public Health and Social Justice's newly appointed Dean, Leslie McClure, Ph.D. joins the 'Public Health: Unscripted Podcast' to introduce herself and give insight into her career in academia, personal interests, and goals for the college in her new leadership role.Saint Louis University appointed Leslie McClure, Ph.D., as the next permanent dean of SLU’s College for Public Health and Social Justice (CPHSJ), effective Nov. 15.A clinical trials biostatistician by training, McClure is a federally funded researcher who has focused on understanding health inequities — particularly racial and geographic — and the role t...2024-01-2331 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedEpisode 5 - Conversations with Leaders in Public Health: Rebecca RoessletDescription:Rebecca Roesslet joins the Heartland Center podcast to discuss the skills and experience that helped her lead as a Public Health Planning Unit Supervisor during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses the various rewarding experiences in public health she’s had over her 20-year career including how she because involved in community engagement. The podcast ends with Roesslet’s predictions for what’s to come in the next 50 years of public health. Interviewee Bio:Rebecca Roesslet is the Assistant Director of the Columbia-Boone County Department of Public Health...2023-12-2022 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 13: Sarah Crosley, Deputy Director - MOCPHESarah Crosley, Deputy Director at the Missouri Center for Public Health Excellence chats with host Erinn Miller about the internship application process and making the most out of the experience, what kind of skills students can work on building before they start the career search. Crosley gives some great advice to listeners about what to look for in their first job after graduating and deciding what kind of work environment to seek, what kind of public health practitioner to be, and what kind of life to build.2023-12-0431 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 12: Dr. Kimberly Enard & MHA student Erika CollinsSLU faculty member Dr. Kimberly Enard and second year MHA student Erika Collins join the Public Health: Unscripted podcast to discuss their experience at the 2023 National Association for Health Services Executives Case Competition, where 31 student teams competed in presenting a solution to a topical health management challenge, network with students and professionals around the nation, and gain invaluable professional development skills.2023-11-1734 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 11: Ricardo J. Wray, Ph.D., M.S.Dr. Ricardo Wray, CPHSJ professor in the Behavioral Science and Health Equity department, talks about how he got involved in public health communicaitons and his recent sabbatical that focused on mosquito prevention through the use of the MosquitoAlert app. Wray discusses how technology and digital media can be used to address some of the world’s biggest health issues that come as a result of climate change, and why community level public health approaches can help address socioeconomic health inequities. Visit the Missouri Botanical Garden's information page to read more about Mosquito Alert STL.2023-11-0846 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 10: Enbal Shacham, Ph.D., M.Ed. SLU Associate Dean of Research, Department of Behavioral Science and Health Equity professor, and United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation Board Member, Dr. Enbal Shacham, joins the Public Health: Unscripted podcast to discuss what geospatial technology is and how it can be used to improve health outcomes in communities across the globe. Shacham gives listeners a first-hand insight into how she got involved in the geospatial industry as a public health researcher and how this technology can be used to help us understand health inequities in the environments where we live, work, and play. Finally, she leaves li...2023-10-2530 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 9: Patrick MurphyPatrick Murphy, second year Masters of Public Health student joint concentrating in Biosecurity and Disaster Preparedness and Epidemiology, joins host Erinn Miller on the Public Health: Unscripted podcast to discuss his summer internship experience. Murphy spent his summer at the Center for Clinical Excellence within BJC working with the Clinical Information and Analytics team to collect and analyze health data and public reporting. Murphy discusses what it was like building on his data-driven skill-set, leveraging his public health education into a hospital management role, and what it was like working for a major hospital system that has such a...2023-10-1018 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 8: Monica Bates, CHESMonica Bates, second year Masters of Public Health student at Saint Louis University College of Public Health and Social Justice joins the Public Health: Unscripted Podcast alongside new host, Erinn Miller.Monica Bates discusses her summer internship with International Help, and her experience providing health education and trainings to members of a small rural community in El Salvador.2023-09-2624 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 7: Catlin Crowley ClemmonsCatlin Crowley Clemmons, second year Masters of Heath Administration student at Saint Louis University College of Public Health and Social Justice joins the Public Health: Unscripted Podcast alongside new host, Erinn Miller, to talk to us about her summer internship experience with Centene for the first episode of our second season.Crowley Clemmons chats with us about gaining leadership and mentorship skills and sharpening her human resource skills as a Human Resource Strategy and Workforce Planning Intern. She also gives some great tips for time management while working remotely, finding a good mentor, and securing your dream...2023-09-1228 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 6: Sharon Skidmore Stern, MSW LCSWSharon has more than 20 years of experience in clinical and administrative work with children and families. As Chief Program Officer at FamilyForward, she is responsible for the administration and oversight of all client programs. Sharon has extensive training in play therapy and is Phase I, II, and III certified in the Neurosequential Model of TherapeuticsTM (NMT). She serves as the NMT Site Coordinator for FamilyForward and is the only individual in Missouri to have achieved Phase III/mentor level certification.2023-08-1031 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedEpisode 4 - Conversations with Leaders in Public Health: Kate Donaldson & Damon BroadusKate Donaldson is the Deputy Director of the St. Louis County Department of Public Health, and Damon Broadus is the department's Director of Health Promotion and Public Health Research. Both Kate and Damon facilitate ongoing development and innovation for the department's administration of public health programs. Including department wide accreditation, strategic planning, and quality improvement efforts. As well as health promotion, public health research, assessment evaluation and policy. Kate, also has a wide range of experience designing and implementing community-based healthy living programs for kids and adults, while Damon is well respected for his ability to build powerful partnerships...2023-07-2524 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 5: Michael Elliott, Ph.D.Dr. Michael Elliott is the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and an Associate Professor of Biostatistics within Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice.He teaches courses such as Applied Data Management, Principles of Biostatistics, Introduction to Statistical Computing, Statistical Programming & Study Planning: SAS, Public Health Capstone, Biostatistics Capstone / Introduction to Data Management, Public Health and Disasters, Biosecurity and Disaster Preparedness Capstone, Introduction to General Linear Models, and also Co-taught Design and Analysis in Public Health.Dr. Elliott's research interests include diabetes inpatient and self management; air pollution and diabetes; maternal and...2023-06-2342 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 4: Jason Newland, MD, Med, FPIDSDr. Newland is a Professor of Pediatrics at Washington University in St. Louis and the Schnuck Family Endowed Chair in Pediatric Infectious Diseases at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. His current research spotlights the use of antimicrobials and the impact of an antimicrobial stewardship program at children’s hospitals. Additionally, he led COVID-19 research efforts evaluating the rate of transmission in schools, the impact of routine school-based SARS-CoV-2 testing, and effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccines for children. 2023-06-2131 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 2: Nancy L. Weaver, Ph.D., M.P.H.Dr. Nancy Weaver is a Professor of Behavioral Science and Health Education in the Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice.In this episode of the 'Public Health Unscripted' podcast, Dr. Weaver joined hosts Casey Allen and Andrew Solsrud to discuss behavioral science and health education within the context of her teaching, improv, trauma, and her work with Support Over Silence for KIDS.Dr. Weaver applies communication sciences, analytics and public health principles to promote positive parenting of young children and adolescents. Whether encouraging nurturing relationships between caregivers and kids or working...2023-06-2139 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 3: Julia López PhD, MPH, LCSWDr. Julia López is an Adjunct Faculty member in the Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice. In this episode of the 'Public Health Unscripted' podcast, Dr. López joined hosts Casey Allen and Andrew Solsrud to discuss social work, public health, and the intersection between the two during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.Dr. López (she/ella) is a public health researcher and licensed clinical social workers who uses her clinical practice skills to further advance the field of sexual health using public health and social work theories and frame...2023-06-2136 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedPublic Health Unscripted, Episode 1: Trailer - Hosts Casey Allen and Andrew SolsrudHosts Casey Allen and Andrew Solsrud will walk you through a brief introduction to the Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice's student led podcast. Casey and Andrew will take the listener on a journey through various topics within the public health landscape with guests that include public health faculty, staff, students, and community partners.Please stay tuned for the inaugural episode of SLU Public Health Unscripted, and additional episodes to follow.2023-06-2105 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedEpisode 3 - Conversations with Leaders in Public Health: Dr. Marvia JonesThe Conversations with Leaders in Public Health podcast is presented by the Heartland Center, located in the College for Public Health and Social Justice on the campus of Saint Louis University.In this episode, the Heartland Centers Director and SLU CPHSJ Master of Health Administration Program Director, Dr. Kimberly Enard, sat down with Dr. Marvia Jones. Dr. Marvia Jones is the Health Director for the City of Kansas City, MO. At the University of Kansas, she earned a Master of Public Health and PhD in Community Behavioral Psychology. She is passionate about creating environments that...2023-06-2023 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedEpisode 2 - Conversations with Leaders in Public Health: Emily GoodinThe Conversations with Leaders in Public Health podcast is presented by the Heartland Center, located in the College for Public Health and Social Justice on the campus of Saint Louis University.In this episode, the Heartland Centers Director and SLU CPHSJ Master of Health Administration Program Director, Dr. Kimberly Enard, sat down with Emily Goodin.Emily Goodin discusses her experience as an administrator of a small county health department during the COVID-19 pandemic. She gives advice to administrators looking to establish emergency preparedness practices and how to overcome challenges with building the infrastructure for emergency...2023-06-0513 min
SLU Public Health UnscriptedEpisode 1 - Conversations with Leaders in Public Health: Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo DavisThe Conversations with Leaders in Public Health podcast is presented by the Heartland Center, located in the College for Public Health and Social Justice on the campus of Saint Louis University.In this episode, the Heartland Centers Director and SLU CPHSJ Master of Health Administration Program Director, Dr. Kimberly Enard, sat down with the Director of Health for the City of St. Louis Matifadza (Mati) Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH.Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis discusses her work to transform the City of St. Louis Department of Health during the COVID-19 pandemic. She describes challenges to community...2023-06-0120 min