Best Felicia Davis Podcasts (2024)

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S3, E6 - Neha Shah Londono, Director of Clinical Trials, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 37:32

9M ago37:32

37:32

Dr. Summer Dewdney & John McIlwain explore pharmaceutical efforts to increase diversity in clinical trials with Neha Shah Londono, formerly from Seagen, now Pfizer. Ms. Londono emphasized that the pharmaceutical industry is very focused on improving diversity in clinical trials to insure that the data coming out of trials truly reflects the health …

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S3, E5 - Kent Hoskins; University of IL Cancer Center 44:44

10M ago44:44

44:44

Mistrust in our healthcare system or failure to inform patients, what is the cause of lack of diversity in clinical trials in America? Dr. Patricia Robinson and John McIlwain explore this question with Dr. Kent Hoskins from the University of Illinois Cancer Center. Dr. Hoskins has been a key research partner and supporter of Equal Hope from our ear…

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S3, E4 - Cristal Gary, CEO of Meridian Health Plan 30:53

11M ago30:53

30:53

John McIlwain and Shari Runner interview Cristal Gary, the new CEO of Meridian Health Plans. Meridian Health Plan is owned by a Centene, a major healthcare provider. Cristal's role is to manage and oversee the publicly insured program for Meridian/Centene.By Equal Hope

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S3, E3 - Dr. Matthew Notowidigdo, Healthcare Economist from UChicago's Booth School 43:45

12M ago43:45

43:45

Dr. David Ansell & John McIlwain talk to Dr. Matthew Notowidigdo from UChicago's Booth School of Business. Matt is a Healthcare Economist looking at disparities in health outcomes and America's funding mechanism for healthcare. Although Dr. Ansell & Dr. Notowidigdo did not know each other before this recording, as a Social Epidemiologist, Dr. Ansel…

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S3, E2 Harriet Washington 37:23

1y ago37:23

37:23

Harriet Washington, Bio Ethicist from Columbia University in New York City and author on medical ethics quotes Philosopher Alfred North Whitehead saying "The progress of civilization is not a wholly uniform drift towards better things." Some times we need to hit "pause" or go back a few steps to correct things. This statement becomes the backbone o…

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S3, E1 - Eddilisa Martin, M&B Sciences 37:42

1y ago37:42

37:42

Dr. Patricia Robinson and John McIlwain discuss the important issue of Diversity in Clinical Trails with Dr. Eddilisa Martin, owner and founder of M&B Sciences. Diversity in Clinical trials is becoming a more and more important topic as we address the impact of Systemic Racism in our Healthcare System. If trials to identify biomarkers or test new d…

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S2, E9 NorthShore University HealthSystem 31:01

1+ y ago31:01

31:01

John McIlwain and Shari Runner talk with Diana Alvarez, NorthShore University HealthSystem's Community Health Equity Liaison. Diana explains the importance of health equity as a driver of NorthShore's key priorities. In addition, Diana shares personal stories that make the issue of healthcare so important for all of us.…

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S2, E8 - Felicia Davis Blakley, Chicago Foundation for Women 40:24

2y ago40:24

40:24

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson-Lowry talk to Felicia Blakley, the President & CEO of the Chicago Foundation for Women, about the Foundation's beginning, its growth under Felicia's leadership and the challenges and opportunities that it sees ahead.By Equal Hope

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S2, E7 - Yolonda Ross, Actress on the Showtime Series "The Chi" 35:45

2y ago35:45

35:45

John McIlwain and Dr. Paris Thomas talk to Yolonda Ross, actress on the Showtime Series, The Chi, about her research with Equal Hope clients and how her interactions shaped her portrayal of her character on The Chi, Jada Washington.By Equal Hope

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S2, E6: Stephanie Willding, CommunityHealth CEO 42:31

2y ago42:31

42:31

John McIlwain and Shari Runner talk to Steph Willding, the CEO of CommunityHealth, a Free & Charitable Health Clinic. CommunityHealth was established as a disruption to the payor-model healthcare system that we have in America. As a disruptor, CommunityHealth & Equal Hope share a lot in common. Listen how our missions coincide.…

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S2, E5 - Chinyere "Chi Chi" Okwu, CEO of EverThrive IL 39:08

2y ago39:08

39:08

Dr. Robin Jones and John McIlwain discuss women's health in the wake of the Supreme Court's Dobb's Decision and its impact upon women's health across the country.By Equal Hope

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S2, E4 - Ms. Erica Barbosa, Equal Hope Survivor 19:46

2y ago19:46

19:46

Ms. Oreletta Garmon, Equal Hope Healthcare Navigator, joins John McIlwain to interview Ms. Oreletta's client, Erica Barbosa. Erica shares her breast cancer story as Ms. Oreletta helps her navigate the barriers she faced. Erica and Ms. Oreletta share a special bond, and you can hear it in Erica's story.…

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S2, E3: Dr. Melissa Merrick, CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America 39:06

2y ago39:06

39:06

Dr. Pat Robinson & John McIlwain interview Dr. Melissa Merrick, the CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America. Dr. Merrick explains how our childhood stays with us well into our adult lives. Experiences we have as children can dramatically affect our growth and development, even to the point of altering our DNA.…

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S2,E2: Dr. Brandi Jackson, Co-Founder of the Institute for Racial & Cultural Healing 26:48

2y ago26:48

26:48

John McIlwain & Dr. Summer Dewdney discuss healing with Dr. Brandi Jackson, Co-Founder of the Institute for Racial & Cultural Healing. Dr. Jackson speaks passionately about the need for "self-care" in caring for others.By Equal Hope

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S2, E1 - IL Health & Hospital Association 42:23

2y ago42:23

42:23

On this first episode of Season 2 for Disrupting Privilege: Conversations on Race & Health, John McIlwain and Dr. Robin Jones talk to Lisa Harries & Adam Kohlrus from the Illinois Health & Hospital Association about their new focus on health equity. How does a hospital association, as an association of hospitals across a diverse state such as Illin…

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On A Move With Grey 18:26

2+ y ago18:26

18:26

Peace to the people! Today we've got social entrepreneur, musician, and designer of the clothing brand Plant Based Drippin! They discuss music, health, and how Grey uses them in his every day life. Make sure you connect with Grey on his website at plantbaseddrippin.com and over on Instagram @officialgreymusic Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikeafr…

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S1, E 20: Ken Kaufman from Kaufman Hall 35:55

2+ y ago35:55

35:55

Ken Kaufman, one of the founders and current Chairman of Kaufman Hall Healthcare Consultancy firm discuss the public health system across the country. Have you ever wondered if the healthcare system can learn anything from the NFL? Well, Ken discusses a sports analogy that demonstrates we can all learn from one another.…

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On A Move With Karega Bailey 27:09

2+ y ago27:09

27:09

Peace to the people! Today we've got award winning educator, musician, and angel father Karega Bailey! They discuss music, education, and Karega's love for the youth and his students became his first grief mentors. Make sure you connect with Karega over on Instagram @KaregaBailey Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikeafricajrand if you want to suppor…

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S1, E19: Mayor Lori Lightfoot 30:14

2+ y ago30:14

30:14

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson Lowry discuss Chicago's response to the pandemic and its impact on Chicago's public health infrastructure with Chicago's Mayor Lori Lightfoot. In the wake of the most significant health crisis in recent memory, perhaps in our lifetime, Chicago has fared considerably better than many peer municipalities across the c…

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On A Move With Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis 10:41

2+ y ago10:41

10:41

Peace to the People! This week Mike sits down with his parents Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis to reflect on their wedding day and the love they shared for one another on that day. Mike Sr. and Debbie share stories about their love and how amazing they feel still. Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikeafricajr and if you want to support the journey t…

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On A Move With Felicia Bailey 28:40

2+ y ago28:40

28:40

Peace to the people! Today we've got musician and angel mother Felicia Bailey! They discuss music, education, and Felicia's love for the youth and psychology. Make sure you connect with Felicia over on Instagram @fefemonique Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikeafricajrand if you want to support the journey to free Mumia Abu Jamal check out Mike's P…

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On A Move With Ryan Harris 27:51

2+ y ago27:51

27:51

Peace to the people! Today we've got community organizer Ryan Harris! They discuss the youth and Ryan's investments into his community. Make sure you connect with Ryan over on Instagram @asiplantthisseed Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikeafricajrand if you want to support the journey to free Mumia Abu Jamal check out Mike's Patreon ======== Looki…

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S1, E18: Dr. Pamela Khosla, Sinai Chicago 47:26

2+ y ago47:26

47:26

John McIlwain & Mary Richardson Lowry interview Dr. Pamela Khosla, who is the Chair of Sinai Chicago's Cancer Committee and the Chief Hematologist at Chicago's largest safety net hospital. Dr. Khosla reveals how important it is to bond with her patients as she builds trust. The insights she has gained being a female doctor in a male dominated indus…

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On A Move With Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis 22:12

2+ y ago22:12

22:12

Peace to the People! This week Mike sits down with his parents Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis to reflect on the women in their lives. Mike Sr and Debbie share stories about their childhood and how the women around them have influenced their lives today. Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikeafricajr and if you want to support the journey to free Mum…

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On A Move With Movita Johnson Harrell 34:12

2+ y ago34:12

34:12

Peace to the people! We are back on a move here in 2022 and today we've got community organizer Movita Johnson Harrell! They discuss gun violence and disrupting systemic racism. Make sure you connect with Movita over on IG and Twitter Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikeafricajr and if you want to support the journey to free Mumia Abu Jamal check o…

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We Stay On A Move with Kimberly Latrice Jones Part 2 22:49

2+ y ago22:49

22:49

On a Move people! Today Mike Africa Jr. continues to break bread with activist and writer, Kimberly Latrice Jones! The two discuss everything from community, how the government keeps people ignorant, and the importance of teaching children civics in schools. Plus the two pose the question, "What is Next for Black People?" This is a conversation you…

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S1, E17: Gayla Brockman, President & CEO of Michael Reese Health Trust 36:43

2+ y ago36:43

36:43

John McIlwain and Dr. Patricia Robinson talk to Gayla Brockman, the President & CEO of the Michael Reese Health Trust. Gayla has overseen some transformational changes to the private conversion trust to make the Foundation a Public Foundation. Taking advantage of the public platform, the Michael Reese Health Trust became a key player in coordinatin…

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We Stay On a Move with Kimberly Latrice Jones 25:54

2+ y ago25:54

25:54

By Black Love Inc

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On a Move with Dr. Monique Liston 34:06

2+ y ago34:06

34:06

Peace to the people! We are back on a move here in 2022 and today we've got activist and community organizer Dr. Monique Liston! Mike and Dr. Mo chop it up about organizing in the Midwest (yes there are Black people in Milwaukee) what she thinks needs to be done to get more work done, and all the great things she's out doing with Ubuntu Research. M…

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S1, E16: Ed Stellon from Heartland Alliance Health 32:34

2+ y ago32:34

32:34

Dr. Summer Dewdney and John McIlwain interview Ed Stellon, Executive Director of Heartland Alliance Health. Ed brings a particularly unique perspective to Chicago's Health Equity debate. As a healthcare service provider primarily serving the health needs of people experiencing homelessness, Ed brings a powerful perspective on the inequities confron…

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S1, E15: Dr. Nita Lee and Dr. Summer Dewdney on Cervical Cancer in Chicago 29:01

2+ y ago29:01

29:01

Dr. Summer Dewdney, an Obstetrics & Gynecological doctor from Rush University Medical Center and John McIlwain from Equal Hope interview Dr. Nita Lee from UChicago Medicine about efforts in Chicago to reduce cervical cancer diagnoses and deaths. *Correction: John McIlwain correctly mentioned that Rwanda has achieved a very high level of HPV vaccina…

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S1, E14: Shelley Davis, the Coleman Foundation 44:18

3y ago44:18

44:18

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson Lowry talk to Shelley Davis, the new President & CEO of the Coleman Foundation about healthcare in Chicago. Shelley shares several personal stories where loved ones died unnecessarily at an early age because the healthcare system failed them. Listen to Shelley share her personal stories and how the Coleman Foundati…

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One Year On a Move 22:16

3y ago22:16

22:16

Do you know what today is? It's our anniversary! [+1 Tony! Toni! Toné] We've been Ona Move for a whole year now and man has this jawn been a wild ride! In this episode Mike recounts not only the events of this year but the conversations and rooms he's been in that he hasn't shared on the podcast. What stuck out over the year? The good, the bad, the…

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S1, E13: An interview with AMITA Health's CEO Keith Parrott & Chief Advocacy Officer Cristal Gary 38:31

3y ago38:31

38:31

Dr. David Ansell & John McIlwain talk to the AMITA Health's CEO Keith Parrott and Chief Advocacy Officer Cristal Gary about AMITA Health's recent announcement that the merger between Ascension Healthcare and Adventist Midwest Health is separating after seven years. The move to become more nimble and market driven is important to the two faith-based…

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God fix my heart 49:02

3y ago49:02

49:02

Hindering unforgiveness can stop your spiritual growth.Mark 5:43 & Matthew 18:21

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On A Move with Fredrika Newton 33:24

3y ago33:24

33:24

Peace to the people! Today Mike Africa Jr. is back with the one and only Fredrika Newton. Mike made the trip out west (only to be greeted by a torrential downpour) to attend the unveiling of the Dr. Huey P Newton bust! This go around, the two discuss the event and its importance, plus what's on deck for Fredrika and the Dr. Huey P. Newton foundatio…

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The Year of the Placeholder 45:01

3y ago45:01

45:01

Samuel 14:13-14 and Samuel 16:1 There are times in our life that are used for preparation to Take our rightful ordained and anointed places. God will allow a placeholder to hold our positions until our season arrives

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S1, E12, Dr. Jackie Rouse, Advocate Aurora Health 31:50

3y ago31:50

31:50

As a healthcare provider that spans across Illinois and Wisconsin, serving over 3 million patients per year and 75,000 employees, Advocate Aurora Health has a unique and broad perspective on the Social Determinants of Health and on health equity. Dr. Jackie Rouse explains how Advocate Aurora Health defines its sense of "community" by looking at its…

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On A Move with Gratitude 46:04

3y ago46:04

46:04

Peace to the people! Today Mike Africa Jr. sits down with his parents, Mike Sr. and Debbie. They discuss gratitude, family, and reverence for some of their most beloved family members. Mike also talks about the unique journey of preparing to receive a family member after incarceration. If you liked what you heard drop a ✊🏿 over on our socials! Be a…

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On a Move with Russell Shoatz III 42:16

3y ago42:16

42:16

Peace to the people! Today Mike Africa Jr. sits down with his friend and brother in the struggle, Russell Shoatz III. The two discuss the compassionate release of Russell's pops , Russell Maroon Shoatz, the struggle of freeing all political prisoners and how each of them counted on each other while their parents were in prison. Mike and Russell cho…

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S1, E11: Maria Pesqueira, Executive Director of the Healthy Communities Foundation 30:47

3y ago30:47

30:47

John McIlwain and Dr. Summer Dewdney talk to Maria Pesqueira, the Executive Director of the Healthy Communities Foundation about their focus on health disparities. After re-evaluating their funding strategies, the McNeal Health Trust, which later became the Arthur Foundation, rebranded again to become the Healthy Communities Foundation. Given that …

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On a Move about Hope 45:52

3y ago45:52

45:52

Peace to the people! Upon hearing the news that Russell Maroon Shoatz was granted compassionate release from prison, Mike and his parents Mike Sr (aka Big Mike) and Debbie find themselves reflecting on hope. The hope they all experienced while Mike Sr and Debbie were in prison, and the hopes that they have for the future. How did hope keep them goi…

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S1, E10: Drs. Larry Goodman & Omar Lateef 34:13

3y ago34:13

34:13

Dr. Larry Goodman, retired CEO of Rush University Medical Center, and Dr. Omar Lateef explain how Rush re-evaluated the way it defined "community" as the healthcare institution sought to address "Community Health" needs. Dr. Lateef suggested that COVID-19 not only created a stress test for healthcare institutions across the country, it created a st…

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On a Move Again with Kimberly Latrice Jones 46:57

3y ago46:57

46:57

On a Move people! Today Mike Africa Jr. sits down again with activist and writer, Kimberly Latrice Jones. With the release of her latest book with Gilly Segal Why We Fly Mike and Kimberly hold a discussion about athletic activism. The two discuss the sacrifices those individuals chose to make as well as the importance in sharing this history with t…

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On a Move with Fredrika Newton 28:54

3y ago28:54

28:54

Peace to the people! Today Mike is joined by activist, revolutionary, Co-founder of the Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation, former Black Panther Party member, and widow of Dr. Huey P. Newton, Fredrika Newton! Mike and Fredrika go into the persona and person that Huey was, what drew her to him , and what she misses most about him. Plus she tells a funny …

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S1, E9: Dr. Melissa Simon from Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine 32:52

3y ago32:52

32:52

Dr. Melissa Simon discusses her career and her focus on health equity from Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine with John McIlwain and Dr. Patricia Robinson. As a Latina, Dr. Simon brings particularly unique perspective to healthcare in Chicago, experiences that go back to her childhood. While growing up in Detroit, Dr. Simon saw relatives en…

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In Their Words: Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis Part 2 36:35

3y ago36:35

36:35

Peace to the People! This week Mike continues the conversation with his parents Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis to answer some questions that the people have been asking. If you have not heard part 1 of this make sure you pause right here and go back to take a listen. In the second part of this discussion, Mike Sr and Debbie reflect on the decision…

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In Their Words: Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis Part 1 38:51

3y ago38:51

38:51

Peace to the People! This week Mike sits down with his parents Mike Davis Sr. and Debbie Davis to answer some questions that Mike Jr has been wondering the answers to and that the people have been asking him. Mike Sr and Debbie give candid answers about parenting behind bars, times they wished that they made different choices, and what they knew an…

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S1, E8: Fernando De Maio & Maureen Benjamins discuss their new book "Unequal Cities: Structural Racism and the Death Gap in America's Largest Cities" 31:25

3y ago31:25

31:25

John McIlwain and Mary Richardson Lowry talk to authors Fernando De Maio & Maureen Benjamins about their new book, "Unequal Cities: Structural Racism & the Death Gap in America's Largest Cities." The core of their discussion centered on the importance of data in furthering the discussion around structural racism and poor health outcomes. "The disea…

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Remembering Chuck Africa 57:09

3y ago57:09

57:09

Peace to the People! On Monday September 20th, 2021 Mike's uncle, Chuckie Africa, lost his battle with cancer. In this episode, Mike Jr, his pops Mike Sr aka Big Mike, and his mother, Chuck's sister , Debbie remember the life of a life long fighter. They reminisce about the fighting spirit that Chuck had, stories from his childhood, and how they ho…

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