Global Health Pursuit
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Global Health Pursuit

Hetal Baman

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35m
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Apr 15, 2025
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About the Show

Why are infants still dying from preventable causes? How do national security policies impact the health of immigrants and refugees? What is voluntourism and can it harm the communities we intend to serve? The field of global health is vast, and the challenges can feel overwhelming. But learning about it shouldn’t be. Whether you're taking the first steps in the field of global health, a seasoned public health professional, or simply seeking inspiration from the stories of remarkable leaders, this podcast is for you. Discover how inspiring leaders are combating global poverty, bringing clean water to remote villages, expanding healthcare access, and much more. Hosted by engineer turned social impact storyteller, Hetal Baman, Global Health Pursuit tackles these tough questions with a beginner's mindset. Join us every Tuesday for new episodes!

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Regularly hosts outside guests

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17 of recent episodes transcribed

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79 episodes — long track record

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Active Since
Mar 28, 2023
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Recent Episodes

Eye Health and Economic Growth: A Vision Worth Investing In... w/ Jack Hennessy

Apr 15, 2025 47m Transcript

Ever thought about how a quick cataract surgery or a new pair of glasses might change not just someone's life, but an entire community's future? We're diving into that idea today, exploring how the…

76. Why Aren't We Teaching Mindfulness in the Classroom? w/ Annamarie Fernyak

Apr 10, 2025 28m Transcript

In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, where classroom challenges like lockdown drills, information overload, and teacher burnout are increasingly common, one question arises: Why isn't…

75. Humanitarian Engineering and Service Learning: The AQUA-Villanova Connection

Apr 01, 2025 26m Transcript

How does an engineering student shift their career ambitions from big pharma to global health challenges?In this episode of the global health podcast, we learn from Lizzy Loughnane, an engineer who…

74. Feedswap: Narratives of Purpose, "On Eradicating Period Poverty"

Mar 25, 2025 35m Transcript

For our first ever feedswap, I'm excited to bring you episode 63 of "Narratives of Purpose" -   a podcast hosted by a new friend of mine, Claire Murigande, that features global changemakers…

73. Are We Defending Life or Not? Abortion Advocacy Through Data w/Lina López

Mar 18, 2025 42m Transcript

Between 1999 and 2011, 17 Salvadoran women were sentenced to up to 40 years in prison after experiencing miscarriages, which were shockingly classified as aggravated homicide. This episode unpacks…

72. Part 2: Inpatient Psychiatric Care Exposed: The Polarizing Views for Reform w/ Dr. Morgan Shields

Mar 11, 2025 40m Transcript

In the United States., psychiatric healthcare seems to be caught between two extreme ideologies...Dr. Morgan Shields, Assistant Professor at the WashU Brown School in St. Louis, is back for part 2…

71. Inpatient Psychiatric Care Exposed: Are We Healing Or Hurting Patients? w/ Dr. Morgan Shields

Mar 04, 2025 43m Transcript

What if I told you that there are healthcare facilities that can inadvertently worsen your condition? I’m talking about the case of inpatient psychiatric care. In this episode, I feature a special…

70. Podcasting for a Cause: Changing the Game For Charities w/ Jeremie Mani

Feb 25, 2025 34m Transcript

What do charities truly need beyond just cash – a supportive community and ecosystem! Jeremie Mani is rallying podcasters worldwide to join a movement called Podcasthon. The mission? To get as many…

69. Realities for Asylum Seekers at the US-Mexico Border... w/ Erin Hughes

Feb 18, 2025 32m Transcript

*Disclaimer - this episode was produced prior to Trumps inauguration on January 20th, 2025*Asylum seekers and refugees at the U.S.-Mexico border face harrowing conditions, often forced to live in…

68. Can a Podcast Become a Fundraising Machine? (Season 2 Finale)

Nov 19, 2024 5m Transcript

I think yes! In this episode, I reflect on my journey thus far. Listen in for insights on how I've successfully utilized portions of sponsorship funds to impactful charities like the Society for…

67. Menstruation Is Not Just a Women’s Issue. Here’s Why... w/ Danielle Keiser

Nov 12, 2024 51m Transcript

Menstrual health is not just a women’s issue; it’s a vital topic for everyone, and understanding it can significantly enhance gender equality and social justice. Danielle Keiser, a leading menstrual…

66. Challenges of Building a Medical Device Startup for Underserved Populations w/ Sona Shah

Nov 05, 2024 46m Transcript

How does vital signs monitoring address neonatal mortality in low-income countries? What challenges do medical device startups face, especially in regulated healthcare environments? In this…

65. The Secrets of Ayurveda: Ancient Medicine for Modern Health w/ Austin Vantastic

Oct 29, 2024 35m Transcript

Ayurveda, often dismissed as mere "woo woo," might just hold the key to understanding our health in a more holistic way. In this episode, Austin Vantastic shares his transformative journey from a…

64. Behind the Scenes of World Pediatrics: Partnerships that Matter

Oct 22, 2024 56m Transcript

How can we advance global pediatric care to reach children in the most underserved regions? This episode tackles that pressing question while highlighting the vital role of partnerships in overcoming…

63. Rewind: Elevating the Human Condition Through Pediatric Surgery w/ Vafa Akhavan

Oct 15, 2024 41m Transcript

Did you know that only 3% of children in low income countries have access to surgery, while 85% of children in high income countries like the US have access? This means that easily treatable…

62. How Can Schools Better Support Refugee and Migrant Students? w/ Ilana Seff and Jeremy Aldrich

Oct 08, 2024 32m Transcript

What unique challenges do refugee and migrant youth face during resettlement, and how can educational systems best support their integration and mental health? Ilana Seff, a Research Assistant…

61. The Vital Role of Vaginal Microbiome Health: Insights from Dr. Craig Cohen

Oct 01, 2024 41m Transcript

What is the vaginal microbiome, and why is it crucial for women's health? How does bacterial vaginosis (BV) and its treatments impact women's lives? Dr. Craig Cohen, a leading expert in obstetrics,…

60. What If Men Could Take Birth Control? w/ Heather Vahdat

Sep 24, 2024 59m

What if men could share the responsibility for contraception? How could this reshape relationships and economic landscapes globally? Could this reduce global poverty?Heather Vahdat, Executive…

59. Guarding the Planet: Climate Change and National Security w/ Mike Smith

Sep 17, 2024 39m

How do forest fires link to climate change? Why does climate pose a national security threat? How can businesses mitigate their carbon footprints? Mike Smith, co-founder and CEO of Aclymate, joined…

58. Turning Science into Aid: The Fight Against Neglected Global Diseases w/ Dr. Kishor Wasan

Sep 10, 2024 57m

How does a pharmaceutical scientist end up spearheading an initiative to combat neglected global diseases? What drives a tenured professor to shift focus from profitable pharmaceutical ventures to…

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