If I Could Change One Thing

About the Podcast

Our podcast seeks to explore Health Policy – locally, regionally, nationally and even internationally. There are podcasts for medicine and health, and podcasts for policy. But until this podcast, none have been devoted to discussing solely health policy.

Since the podcast is created at a California public university, it will deal with many issues affecting Californians. But since the work of the faculty and students spans the globe, it will allow for educating the public about the great impact that the School of Public Health has in communities around the world.

Our team hopes to provide clarity to many issues, shed light on decision making and provide timely consideration of key issues affecting not only Californians but any listener.

Meet Our Team

Latest Episode

In this episode, Dr. Brittnie Bloom is joined by two student co-hosts, Christiana Williams and Stacy Wells. They interview Professor Brenda O'Day to unpack the growing popularity of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic and Wegovy, and explore the science, benefits, risks, and misconceptions behind these drugs. From social media hype and weight stigma to medication safety and sustainable lifestyle changes, Brenda reminds us that GLP-1s are neither miracles nor moral failures - they're medical tools that should be used with a focus on long-term health, not just the number on the scale!

Episode 2 of Season 12 - If I Could Change one Thing
Episode on Apple
Episode on Spotify