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The Science of Communicating Clearly
Season 2, Episode 4

Dr. Michelle Hutchinson

Lynn Sokler

Dr. Eric Pevzner

Whether you are a scientist, policy or communications professional, communicating science clearly has never been more important than now. Amidst a crowded information landscape, audiences skim information and seek content that is understandable the first time they see or hear it. Clear communication builds trust and saves lives and fortunately there is a scientific basis for how to do it.

This Science of Communicating Clearly podcast helps listeners understand the core principles and practices for clear communication and features a discussion with Dr. Michelle Hutchinson, former CDC Office of Communications health literacy lead, Lynn Sokler, senior communications advisor and lead for CDC Vital Signs, and Dr. Eric Pevzner, chief of CDC’s Epidemiology and Laboratory Workforce Branch and Epidemic Intelligence Service.

Not a Monolith: Empowering Latino Health
Season 2, Episode 3

Not a Monolith: Empowering Latino Health features guest Amelie Ramirez, DrPH, MPH, Director of Institute for Health Promotion Research and Chair of the Department of Population Health Sciences at University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio.

Tune in for this insightful conversation about culture and empowering Latino health including the importance of family, the use of audience centered language, and the importance of faith. Learn about Salud America!, the role of Salud Heroes, and how their efforts are building trust and wellbeing within Latino communities.

How Art Can Build Trust and Lessen Health Disparities in Public Health
Season 2, Episode 2

How Art Can Build Trust and Lessen Health Disparities in Public Health features guest Jill Sonke, PhD, Director of Research Initiatives in the Center for Arts in Medicine at the University of Florida.

This episode takes a deep dive into arts and public health and the link to positive health outcomes.

Tune in to learn about the Arts and Public Health in America Initiative, evidence-based approaches, and how arts participation can build social cohesion and help build healthy communities.

Unraveling the Digital Tapestry: Pitfalls and Potential for Impact
Season 2, Episode 1

Unraveling the Digital Tapestry: Pitfalls and Potential for Impact, kicks off with an interview with Dr. David Lazer, distinguished professor of political science and computer science at Northeastern University.

This episode explores the current socio-technological landscape, and what it means for health communicators trying to influence audiences with their digital health messages and online campaigns.

Listen to this episode to learn about a novel effort, the National Internet Observatory, and what it means for the field of public health communications.

The Psychology and Impact of Digital Influence and Manipulation
Season 1, Episode 2

This podcast explores the concept of influence, the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, and the psychology behind how audiences may fall prey to or be protected from manipulation in this landscape.

Insights from the Past, Preparing for the Future
Season 1, Episode 1

Betsy Mitchell, CDC’s director of the Division of Communications Science and Services, and Scott Ratzan,  distinguished lecturer at City University of New York’s Graduate School of Public Health, discuss health communication: from inception to its future direction.