The Dr Rodcast
Dr Rodrigo Rodriguez-Fernandez
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About This Podcast
"The Dr Rodcast" with Dr Rodrigo (Rod) Rodriguez-Fernandez is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to discuss Health and Wellbeing through thought provoking conversations and real life stories. With guest that range from Global Medical Directors of fortune 100 companies to world renown experts. Navigating the smoke and mirrors that make up many of today’s Health and Wellbeing related issues, we cut through the noise to look at the science, while having fun. -Views my own
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Recent Episodes
S6E28 Blueprints for a healthier future
I sat down with Dr Giuseppe Murray whose career has taken him from emergency rooms in South Africa to running hospitals in the Congo, Indonesia, China and now Canada.A few gems from the episode...•…
S6E27 From Numbers to Humanity: The Actuarial Art of Wellbeing
Meet Jaqueline Oliveira-Cella whose journey spans Brazil to New York and actuarial tables to the wild frontiers of global health strategy. In the latest episode, Jackie shares how a love for numbers…
S6E26 The Neuroscience of Taste
Did you know about 80% of taste comes from smell, and your eyes can nudge your brain toward “sweet” or “salty” before you even bite?I sit down with Dr. Riccardo Acolla, a world famous neuroscientist…
S6E25 Designing Health: Innovations that Heal
I am excited to share my latest episode featuring the incredible Louise Agersnap, Head of the World Health Organization{s Innovation Hub.In this episode, we dive deep into the world of social…
S5E24 The Science of Mindfulness: Lessons from Harvard’s Frontlines
In the latest episode of The Rodcast Podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Carmen Alvarez, a distinguished leader at Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School. Carmen has spent her…
S5E23 Calculating Life: From Algorithms to Empanadas
In the latest episode of The Dr. Rodcast Podcast, I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Edward Griffor, a mathematician and visionary whose career spans decades, disciplines, and continents. From…
S4E22 Silent Struggles: Pregnancy Loss
In this episode, we dive deep into the complex dynamics of inequality in organizations, focusing on body, gender, race, and sexuality. Professor Boncori's research sheds light on the often overlooked…
S4E21 Brain Health: Never too Early, Never too Late
I'm thrilled to share our latest episode of the The Dr Rodcast, featuring the incredible Dr. Francesca Farina, a pioneering neuroscientist dedicated to early detection of dementia and reducing its…
S3E19 Vindicated
Ever wondered who's behind some of the biggest shifts in global health? From executive Director of the World Health Organisation to leading roles at Yale University and PepsiCo Dr Derek Yach has…
S3E18 Menopause in the Workplace
Joined by the brilliant Professor Jo Brewis, we unravel the tangled web of challenges surrounding menopause in the workplace. Evidence suggests that organizations embracing menopause-friendly…
S3E17 Engineering Hope: Paralysis to Powerhouse
Imagine being paralyzed from the waist down at just 5 years old, due to a misdiagnosed case of cerebral meningitis. Imagine facing the tragic loss of a mother to schizophrenia and enduring the…
S3E16 Tech MD: Dr. Taymans' AI-scapades in Healthcare
"A Renaissance Man in the Digital Age" - That's how we describe our latest podcast guest, Dr. Laurent Taymans, a former emergency medicine expert turned tech visionary. His story is not just a career…
S2E10 Cereal Box Toys for Adults
Mental health shouldn't be shut behind doors," says Dr. Rachel Lewis, and we're ripping those doors off their hinges in our latest episode!Join us as Dr. Lewis, from the esteemed Bikrbeck, University…
S2E9 Bananas are Radioactive
🎙️ For my latest episode of The Dr Rodcast I had the privilege of diving deep into a conversation with the ever-insightful Dr. Bob! From the intriguing analogies between radiation doses and bananas 🍌…
S2E8 The YMCA-We are in the People Potential Business
Dave, CEO of the YMCA's, story is an incredible testament to resilience and personal growth, starting from a troubled childhood and a career onset as a dustman to the leadership of a globally…
S2E7 Fishing for better mental health
Reel Minds isn't just a group, it's a LIFELINE. They're using the serene and captivating world of fishing to combat loneliness, improve mental wellbeing, and build a supportive community. This…
S2E6 The Future of Medicine
Are you still counting calories and tracking steps thinking they're the panacea to your wellness woes? Dive into our discussion as we shatter these myths and explore the realm of preventable chronic…
S2E5 What is the difference between a migrant and an expat?
What is the difference between a migrant and an expat? Ever thought about the health challenges faced by migrants? 🤔Well, we're lifting the lid on this often-overlooked issue. We look at REAL…
S2E4 The Chef Goes to Liberian Jail
From being the private chef to Baron Davies of Leek to being locked up in a foreign country, Master Chef and global director of operations Mark Jackson walks us through his illustrious career dealing…
S2E3 Wellbeing 2.0
Looking to save three workweeks each year? Should you use an "Out of Office" message while at work? Is less more when it comes to Wellbeing? Join me as I interview the anti-wellbeing, wellbeing…
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The Dr Rodcast has published 27 episodes since June 2022, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.
The Dr Rodcast is currently active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 47m.
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