Episodes 337
Avg. Duration 1h 5m
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Apple Rating 4.8 (48)
Since May 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Omari Richins, MPH, the Founder of The Public Health Millennial platform, chats with professionals and students to hear their unique and diverse public health career stories with tips and insights to help you along your public health career journey. This show is for anyone interested in public health or related fields. It covers stories, live sessions, and other relevant public health content. It offers insightful stories, career strategies, actionable tips, and resources to assist you in taking the next step in your public health career. You'll learn about the importance of public health, public health issues, and what you can do with your degree in public health. Whether you are a new public health student or professional, this show will surely have helpful stories and tips you won't want to miss.

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Recent Episodes

Navigating Public Health Challenges

Jun 03, 2026 14m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast discusses the current challenges faced in public health, emphasizing the feelings of frustration and burnout among professionals. He highlights the…

263: The PHuncle: Making Public Health Cool, Human, and Relatable with Dorian Johnson, NBC-HWC, MPH

May 26, 2026 1h 14m

Omari Richins, MPH of the Public Health Careers podcast talks with Dorian Johnson, also known as The PHuncle.Dorian is a public health educator, communicator, and content creator focused on making…

Navigating Misinformation in Public Health & What's Going On With Ebola

May 21, 2026 17m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast discusses the pervasive issue of misinformation in public health, emphasizing the need for effective communication strategies to combat it. He…

262: Transforming Public Health Through Community Engagement with Lydia Babcock, MA, MPH, PMP

May 12, 2026 1h 10m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Lydia Babcock, MA, MPH, PMP.Lydia uses participatory action research, ethnography, and mixed methods to help organizations identify root…

Advice for students who feel lost

May 05, 2026 14m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast discusses the common feelings of uncertainty and being lost in the public health field. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity, taking action,…

261: Building Health Equity from the Inside of Health Systems with Winston Wright, MPH

Apr 14, 2026 1h 13m

Omari Richins, MPH of the Public Health Careers podcast talks with Winston Wellington Wright, MPH.In this conversation, Winston shares his journey as a health equity strategist, consultant, and…

Public Health Week: Why This Work Still Matters (Even Now)

Apr 10, 2026 3m

Public health feels different right now - and if you’ve been questioning your path, you’re not alone.In this National Public Health Week reflection, I share:- The current reality of the public health…

260: Advancing Cancer Prevention, Challenging Stigma, and Leading with Purpose with Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa, PhD, MPH, APRN, ANP-C, FAAN, FSBM

Mar 31, 2026 58m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa, PhD, MPH, APRN, ANP-C, FAAN, FSBM. In this conversation, Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa shares her journey as a cancer…

How Student Loan Changes Endanger Public Health

Mar 25, 2026 7m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast explores how recent changes in federal student loan policies threaten the future of public health by making it harder for students to enter the…

259: Health Equity in Practice: Systems Change, Policy, and Community Engagement with Alexander Bonano, MPH

Mar 17, 2026 1h 27m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Alexander Bonano, MPH, a Health Equity in All Policies Project Manager at Boston Public Health Commission.In this episode, Alexander…

Keep Fighting. Keep Dancing. A Message for the Public Health Community

Mar 12, 2026 4m

Public health work can feel heavy right now.In this short reflection, Omari Richins shares a powerful lesson from the AIDS crisis: communities survived not just through protest and advocacy, but…

258: Prevention Over Reaction: Rethinking Violence Through a Public Health Lens with Robert Mahoney

Mar 03, 2026 1h 8m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Robert Mahoney, CEO & Founder of TVTP Solutions.In this conversation, Robert discusses his journey in targeted violence prevention,…

Black History Month Is Public Health Work (Whether You Realize It or Not)

Feb 25, 2026 10m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast explores the deep connections between Black History Month and public health, emphasizing how historical struggles and initiatives within Black…

257: An Arts in Public Health Career Journey with Jennifer Kuo, MPH, CHES

Feb 19, 2026 1h 8m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Jennifer Kuo, MPH, CHES.In this episode, Jennifer Kuo shares her journey at the intersection of arts and public health - and why…

The future of public health is uncertain.

Feb 03, 2026 17m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast discusses the current challenges facing public health, emphasizing the need for community empowerment and the importance of addressing systemic…

Navigating Post-Graduation Pressure in Public Health

Jan 27, 2026 4m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast addresses the pressures faced by graduates as they transition into the public health workforce. He emphasizes the importance of navigating this…

256: Falling Into Public Health: How an Unexpected Path Led to a Global Health Consulting Career with Nadia Tekkal, MSPH, MS

Jan 20, 2026 1h 14m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast welcomes Nadia Tekkal, an independent public health consultant based in Dubai. Nadia shares her unique journey through five countries, highlighting…

Why the U.S. Food Pyramid Is Moving Backwards (While Other Countries Move Forward)

Jan 13, 2026 5m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast critiques the new US dietary guidelines, arguing that they prioritize industry interests over public health. Omari compares these guidelines with…

255: What Anti-Trafficking Work Really Looks Like with Erin Williamson

Jan 06, 2026 1h 6m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Erin Williamson, LCSW, MPA.Erin Williamson is Chief Programs and Strategy Officer at Love 146, discusses her journey in the field of…

What Public Health Achieved in 2025 Despite the Challenges

Dec 30, 2025 10m

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast discusses the significant public health victories of 2025, highlighting the resilience and innovation of health professionals worldwide. Despite…

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How many episodes does Public Health Careers have?

Public Health Careers has published 337 episodes since May 2020, covering topics in Business, Careers.

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Public Health Careers is currently active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 5m.

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