Best Greater National Advocates Podcasts (2024)

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A Belated Comment on the Budget – With Eva Cox 4:58

1h ago4:58

4:58

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox criticises the Labor government’s 2024 Budget for prioritising economic concerns over addressing pressing social issues. Eva laments the budget’s lack of impact on social improvement and its failure to instill optimism in its citizens for a fairer society. Eva advocates again for a shift towards priori…

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An Imagined Australia – With Julie Macken 5:09

1h ago5:09

5:09

This week on The Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken deep dives into Irish sociologist Benedict Anderson’s most famous theories – that nations are imagined political communities. This idea reminds us to take the role of imagination in nation building seriously, because it is what makes this country what it is, for better or worse. So, in this editio…

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Simplifying the Complex Healthcare System featuring Nan Wetherhorn 30:01

12d ago30:01

30:01

On this episode, we talk with Nan Wetherhorn, a South Florida Independent Patient Advocate and nurse since 1976, who learned the importance of advocacy during her mom’s battle with cancer. Nan’s mom was a pharmacist and was more than capable of understanding her diagnosis and her treatment options. But patients can rarely effectively advocate for t…

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From Marketing Executive to Patient Safety Leader featuring Karen Curtiss 28:13

14d ago28:13

28:13

Listen in as we sit down with Karen Curtiss, a Board-Certified Patient Advocate whose journey into patient advocacy started with her quest for a lung transplant to save her dad's life. Karen was working in advertising and marketing at the time, but she dropped everything to advocate for her dad who was near death from pulmonary fibrosis and beyond …

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Grievance and Scarcity – With Michael Walker 4:56

4h ago4:56

4:56

In Ronald Inglehart and Christian Welzel’s influential work ‘Modernisation, Cultural Change, and Democracy’ it’s noted that increasing a society’s affluence leads to increasing tolerance - as societies become more affluent and self-confident, their citizens will become more open and tolerant. This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker hi…

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A National Emergency – With Eva Cox 5:03

7d ago5:03

5:03

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Eva Cox reflects on the impactful events of this past weekend when around the country thousands gathered to end men’s violence against women, calling upon the government to declare this epidemic a national emergency. As a long standing and prominent figure in the feminist movement, Eva reflects on the current s…

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How Do They Get Away With It? - With Julie Macken 5:09

13d ago5:09

5:09

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Julie Macken dives deeper into AUKUS agreement and criticises the government’s questionable prioritisation of defence spending over citizen and community welfare. Julie highlights the failings of the two-party system, calling out their failures to offer meaningful policy differences with both Labor and the Coal…

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Behind the Bills: A Crusade For Clarity and Simplicity 29:05

26d ago29:05

29:05

In this episode of Patient Advocacy Now, we speak with Nicole Broadhurst, the founder of Tennessee Health Advocates. Nicole's practice is focused on medical billing, and she provides her clients with the tools needed to decode their healthcare charges, empowering them to take charge of their medical expenses and enhance their quality of life. Join …

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From Nursing to Wellness Advocacy 24:10

23d ago24:10

24:10

This week, we’re joined by Rajitha Bommakanti, an Independent Patient Advocate and lifestyle coach. Raji was a practicing nurse for more than 30 years, and she now combines her clinical skills with holistic coaching to help change habits and achieve lifestyle goals. During our conversation, Rajitha delves into her utilization of evidence-based prac…

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Unpacking the AUKUS Submarine Deal – With Michael Walker 4:40

1M ago4:40

4:40

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Michael Walker tackles the AUKUS submarine deal, highlighting its exorbitant cost of $368 billion, which he argues could be better spent on uplifting the quality of life for millions of Australia through options like public housing, electric vehicles, or high-speed rail. Michael suggests that this deal is an ex…

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Why Is No-one Accountable In Healthcare? 19:00

1M ago19:00

19:00

What to expect in this episode: Accountability Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Website - www.hughesadvocacy.com Instagram - @hughes.advocacy LinkedIn - Hughes Advocacy Facebook - Hughes Advocacy Health care absent in 2024. If voters care, why don't Biden and Trump? Topics YOU would be interested in learning more about - Please fill out the for…

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Balancing Social and Financial Values in Society - With Eva Cox 5:00

1M ago5:00

5:00

In this five-minute advocate episode, Eva Cox urges a rethink of our societal priorities. She argues that our obsession with GDP and neoliberal ideals overlooks the importance of social bonds and unpaid contributions. Cox emphasizes the need to value care, fairness, and empathy alongside financial success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Both Sides of the Stethoscope featuring Alan Feren MD, FACS 45:28

2M ago45:28

45:28

Dr. Alan Feren is a former MD who is now practicing as an Independent Patient Advocate. In this episode, Dr. Feren shares his long and impressive journey of perseverance, integrity, and advocacy. As a general surgeon, Dr. Feren was always an advocate for his patients. He took on the tough cases that nobody else wanted to touch. His approach from da…

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When Friends Become Advocates: It’s Working in Omaha 29:46

2M ago29:46

29:46

For so many independent patient advocates, it can be a scary proposition to go it alone. In this episode, we hear from two good friends from Omaha, Nebraska who joined forces and combined their unique individual skills to create a rewarding, impactful, and fun patient advocacy practice. Nicky Wik has a long history working on the administrative sid…

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Beyond This Point There Be Dragons - With Julie Macken 4:58

2M ago4:58

4:58

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken expresses deep concern over the Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill 2024 that was brought before Parliament last week and criticises the Albanese government’s failure to uphold humane immigration policies. Julie condemns the bill for its potential to criminalise non-cooperation w…

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Trust and Community Involvement – With Michael Walker 4:47

2M ago4:47

4:47

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker discusses the findings from the 2022 Edelman Trust Barometer which in short found that whilst Australian’s distrust of both traditional media and our politicians is on the rise, so too is our trust in civil society organisations. Despite this, in a post covid world we are becoming less involved …

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Cancer Misdiagnosis 11:07

2M ago11:07

11:07

What to expect in this episode: Episode 6: What to expect in this episode: In this episode, I will discuss being misdiagnosed with cancer and how it was all preventable. As always, I will answer the question, "What would you do to make your voice matter?" Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Topics YOU would be interested in learning more about - P…

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Redefining Equality – With Eva Cox 5:01

2M ago5:01

5:01

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox reflects on International Women’s Day and expresses her disillusionment with where we are at today in our progress towards true gender equality. Eva calls for us to demand an equality that goes beyond simply emulating men’s roles and rights but equality for those in women dominated industries, the area…

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Where Pharmacy Meets Health featuring Claudia Cometa 26:17

2M ago26:17

26:17

Claudia is a clinical pharmacist by training and patient advocate by passion. After over a decade of working inside the healthcare system, she faced her father's cancer diagnosis and later passing. This experience provided her with a deeper understanding of how difficult it is to navigate our modern healthcare system. She decided to do for others w…

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Smartphone Dependency – With Michael Walker 4:59

2M ago4:59

4:59

With Facebook’s withdrawal from Australian news-sharing agreements, this week on the Five Minute Advocate, Michael Walker takes this opportunity to remind us of the implicit dangers that come with a population riddled by smartphone dependency. While technology offers unprecedented access to information, it also contributes to social isolation, decr…

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Sepsis 16:20

2M ago16:20

16:20

What to expect in this episode: Episode 5 - What to expect in this episode: In this episode, I will discuss what sepsis is, symptoms to look for, who is at risk, diagnosis, and treatment. As always, I will answer the question, "What would you do to make your voice matter?" Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Sepsis and... | Sepsis Alliance - Sepsi…

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The Impossible Made Possible – With Julie Macken 5:41

3M ago5:41

5:41

This week on the Five Minute Advocate Julie Macken reflects on the inherently fluid nature of what we deem impossible, drawing parallels between the acceptance of LGBTQ+ rights at Mardi Gras and the unsettling acceptance of war and violence. Julie advocates for imagining a nation capable of fostering peace, citing the Oasis of Peace—a community uni…

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Healthcare or Optimal Healthcare? There's a Difference featuring Sandra L. Washington 33:18

3M ago33:18

33:18

In this episode of the Patient Advocacy Now podcast, we sit down with Sandra L. Washington, founder of the C.H.L.M.S. Medi-Helpz Foundation, an organization committed to patient advocacy and empowerment. Sandra L., with a background in public policy and healthcare administration, shares her journey and the impetus behind her advocacy work. Motivate…

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Born Into Pharmacy: A Prescription For Advocacy featuring Nancy A. Taylor 36:25

3M ago36:25

36:25

In this episode, Dr. Nancy Taylor discusses her journey into patient advocacy, stemming from her background as a pharmacist with a passion for personalized healthcare. Dr. Taylor emphasizes the importance of pharmacists as patient advocates and highlights her transition from behind the pharmacy counter to independent patient advocacy, driven by a d…

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A Return To Trust – With Eva Cox 5:25

3M ago5:25

5:25

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Eva advocates for a return to the principles of post-World War II welfare democracy, emphasizing the importance of government ensuring citizens' well-being through programs like public housing and social services. Eva elaborates on the need for a return to viewing ourselves as citizens rather than customers an…

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The Basics Of Healthcare - Part 2, What Is A Diagnostic Error? 10:41

3M ago10:41

10:41

What to expect in this episode: This is part 2 of a 2-part series that I am doing to educate, empower, and inform you as the patient. As I stated in Part 1, this may be boring. But knowing this foundational information is instrumental in saving your life. In this episode, I will focus on diagnostic errors. They are on the rise at an alarming rate. …

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The Basics Of Healthcare - Part 1, What is Patient Safety? 10:38

3M ago10:38

10:38

What to expect in this episode: This episode is part 1 of a 2-part series discussing the "basics" of health care. It might seem boring, but it is foundational. Why? Knowledge is power. You don't know what you don't know. In this episode, I will explain what a preventable medical error is. What is a "never" event? And what is patient safety? I will …

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Know Your Limits - With Dr Michael Walker 4:50

3M ago4:50

4:50

In this week’s episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Dr Michael Walker highlights the importance of prioritising our advocacy efforts wisely – imploring us to look locally as opposed to globally where we can in order to optimise our impact and make greater positive change to our local communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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What Is A Patient Advocate? Do I Need One? 12:30

4M ago12:30

12:30

What to expect in this episode: I will discuss what a patient advocate is. And do you need one? Most people have never heard of a patient advocate. Or if they have, do not know what they do or what that means for you, the patient. In this episode, I will discuss the different kinds of advocates, what we do, and ask you questions to know if you need…

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A Genuine Democracy – With Eva Cox 4:56

4M ago4:56

4:56

In this week’s edition of The Five Minute Advocate, Eva Cox expresses concern about the decline of genuine democracy and societal values, emphasising the need to rebuild trust with our government, to prioritise citzens’ needs over market interests and to work towards a society that celebrates differences and social cohesion. See omnystudio.com/list…

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My Personal Testimony 7:10

4M ago7:10

7:10

What to expect in this episode: I will share how I was personally affected by a preventable medical error, which led to me starting my company, Hughes Advocacy, and becoming a Board-Certified Patient Advocate. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Website - www.hughesadvocacy.com Instagram - @hughes.advocacy LinkedIn - Hughes Advocacy Facebook - Hug…

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Words Really Matter – With Julie Macken 5:35

4M ago5:35

5:35

In the first Five Minute Advocate of 2024, Julie Macken emphasises the importance and the effect of language used by the media, by our politicians and the wider community. In a time where the war in Gaza is expanding, the cost of living is still rising and there is a palpable tension in the air; Julie calls for us to demand honest language and thin…

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Trailer 4:57

4M ago4:57

4:57

Welcome to The Patient's Voice, Does It Matter? I am thrilled you are here! This is a place where your voice will always matter to me! I am excited to welcome you along. My hope is that you will learn to be a proactive patient in preventing a medical error from happening to you or your loved one in any healthcare setting. Resources For This Episode…

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Season 2 Preview 5:06

4M ago5:06

5:06

In this short preview we share some snippets of the exciting interviews we have in store for Season 2 of the Patient Advocacy Now PodcastBy Greater National Advocates

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Season 1 Recap 56:52

5M ago56:52

56:52

In this episode we take a look back at some of our most memorable moments from our inaugural season of the podcast and even get a bit of a sneak peak of what's to come in season 2.By Greater National Advocates

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2023: A Year of Optimism in Global Progress - With Dr. Michael Walker 4:57

5M ago4:57

4:57

Dr. Michael Walker's final "5 Minute Advocate" for 2023 is a positive reflection on global developments. A shift is noted towards peaceful diplomacy, an accelerated move to renewable energy, and decreasing support for fossil fuels. China's proactive stance in renewable projects is highlighted, and optimism is expressed regarding changing perspectiv…

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From Lyme Disease To Root Cause Advocacy featuring Sylvia Reisman 31:31

5M ago31:31

31:31

In this episode, we talk with Sylvia Reisman, whose passion for patient advocacy began in 1998 when she was researching treatment options for her father who was a five year survivor of stage III pancreatic cancer. In 2006, she became mysteriously ill and ran from doctor to doctor, consulting with a long list of specialists in multiple states befor…

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Caring For The Displaced: Advocacy For Refugee Communities featuring Emily Bernstein 23:48

5M ago23:48

23:48

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Emily Bernstein, who shares her journey into patient advocacy. Emily's advocacy work began when her mother was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2019. Her mother's challenging path to diagnosis and treatment inspired Emily to get involved in helping others navigate the complex healthcare system. Emily's experi…

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Ilene Corina: A “Take-Charge” Leader and the Pulse of Patient Safety 40:24

5M ago40:24

40:24

In this Season 1 finale, we speak with Ilene Corina, a patient advocate with over 25 years of experience. Ilene shares her personal journey, which began with the tragic loss of her three-year-old son after a tonsillectomy due to medical errors. This heartbreaking experience motivated her to become an advocate for patient safety. She also highlights…

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There’s a Tiger Behind That Smile: How Cathy Bond Became an Accidental Advocate featuring Cathy Bond 23:26

5M ago23:26

23:26

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The Road to Advocacy: From RV Parks to Healthcare Reform featuring Terry McLellan 45:26

5M ago45:26

45:26

In this episode of the Patient Advocacy Now Podcast, Terry McLellan, a seasoned patient advocate, shares her journey from nursing to becoming an independent patient advocate. Her transition was fueled by her experiences as a travel home health nurse, where she identified a significant need for patient advocacy, particularly among older individuals …

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Shifting Human Rights Advocacy with Dr. Michael Walker 4:54

6M ago4:54

4:54

In this weeks Five Minute Advocate Dr. Michael Walker notes a change in human rights advocacy, prioritizing practical results in laws rather than strict moral alignment. He cites examples like shifts in occupational health laws and responses to the gig economy. This signals a broader trend toward crafting laws that actively address real-world chall…

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From Health Policy to Bedside Nursing and Beyond featuring Adriane Carrier 35:16

6M ago35:16

35:16

Adriane Carrier is an advocate for social justice and health equality with a diverse background in healthcare. In this episode, we discuss her journey from activism during the HIV AIDS crisis in the 1980s to working as a registered nurse and eventually pivoting to becoming a private, independent patient advocate. Adriane highlights her experiences …

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From Physician Associate to Amputee Advocate an Inspiring Odyssey featuring Tina Hurley 30:54

6M ago30:54

30:54

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Tina Hurley, a board-certified physician associate with extensive experience in vascular surgery, acute care medicine, and wound care. Tina’s medical career involved treating diabetic patients and performing amputations, until she herself became an amputee. This exciting interview reveals Tina’s journey fro…

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A Royal Commission into Immigration Detention - With Julie Macken 4:40

6M ago4:40

4:40

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken reports from Parliament House in Canberra as the campaign kicks off for a royal commission into immigration detention in Australia. Julie explores the recent High Court ruling against indefinite detention and calls out the reaction of the major parties, criticising their continued support of the p…

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A Call for a Compassionate Society - With Eva Cox 5:00

6M ago5:00

5:00

In todays episode of the Five Minute Advocate Eva reflects on the perplexities of the present world, expressing concern over the erosion of democratic values and the increasing influence of artificial intelligence. She nostalgically recalls a post-World War II vision of a socially competent world and questions the current focus on economics over so…

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TikTok Health Literacy: A Multi-Faceted Approach to Health Education and Advocacy featuring Morgan Kelly 29:56

6M ago29:56

29:56

Meet Morgan Kelley, a patient advocate based in Chicago who uses social media to educate people about healthcare and health insurance issues. Morgan discusses how she leverages platforms like TikTok to reach a wide audience and provide education on health insurance terminology and how health insurance works in practice. She shares personal stories …

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From Silicon Valley to Patient Advocacy: Navigating Transgender Health Equity featuring Molly Crowther 30:16

6M ago30:16

30:16

In this conversation with Molly Crowther, a board-certified independent patient advocate based in Berkeley, California, we trace Molly’s unconventional background in the software industry, where she worked on large systems, into the field of independent patient advocacy. Molly goes over her unique journey from the software industry, explaining her …

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The Key Is a Guarantee – With Dr. Michael Walker 4:46

6M ago4:46

4:46

This week on the Five Minute Advocate, Dr. Michael Walker explores the housing crisis Australia finds itself in, attributing the situation to the government’s lack of meaningful action and its hands-off approach. Michael calls for a universal housing guarantee and emphasizes the necessity for non-market solutions for affordability and a fair go. Se…

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Navigating Truth and Love in a World of Propaganda - With Julie Macken 5:00

7M ago5:00

5:00

In this installment of the Five Minute Advocate, Julie Macken delves into the consequences of propaganda, lies, and misinformation in the backdrop of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict and the result of the recent voice to parliament referendum. Julie acknowledges the challenge of combatting misinformation directly and emphasizes that nurturing a mor…

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