HealthCare UnTold

Barbara Ann Garcia, Gerado Sandoval, Jasmine Najera
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HealthCare Untold is a Podcast dedicated to giving voice to everyday heroes and their untold health stories that can improve health to our most vulnerable communities

  1. Pam Cusick, Senior Vice President of Rare Patient Voice (RPV): Advancing Health Together — Patients, Caregivers, and Researchers

    MAR 5

    Pam Cusick, Senior Vice President of Rare Patient Voice (RPV): Advancing Health Together — Patients, Caregivers, and Researchers

    Our guest today is Pam Cusick Senior Vice President of Rare Patient Voice. Rare Patient Voice is a national community that connects patients and caregivers with researchers who genuinely want to learn from their lived experiences. Through this work, RPV ensures that people living with rare and chronic conditions have a direct voice in shaping studies, treatments, and health innovations. Their model is built on trust, respect, and fair compensation, creating a space where stories become data that can drive meaningful change. Pam Cusick is a leader in patient engagement with more than three decades of experience in research design, implementation, and advocacy. As Senior Vice President of Rare Patient Voice (RPV), she works to ensure that patient and caregiver experiences help shape the future of medical research. Beyond RPV, Pam contributes to the advancement of women in healthcare through her work with Women in Research (WIRe), the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA), and the International Society for Patient Engagement Professionals (ISPEP). She continues to mentor emerging leaders who share her dedication to connecting patient advocacy with meaningful scientific progress.

    18 min
  2. Mireya Gomez‑Contreras, Executive Director of Esperanza Community Farms: Building a Just Food System

    JAN 29

    Mireya Gomez‑Contreras, Executive Director of Esperanza Community Farms: Building a Just Food System

    Our guest today is Mireya Gomez-Contreras, the Executive Director of Esperanza Community Farms. Mireya reflects on her personal journey, the leadership lessons learned from working alongside immigrant and Indigenous farmers, and the deep collaboration required to build sustainable food systems. She highlights the farm’s commitment to economic opportunity, climate‑resilient agriculture, and honoring the lived expertise of local families who have long nourished California’s fields. #FoodJustice #CommunityLeadership #EsperanzaCommunityFarms.org #MireyaGomezContreras #HealthCareUnTold

    36 min
  3. Hector L. Torres‑Diaz: Building Bridges for Civil Rights and Community Empowerment

    12/22/2025

    Hector L. Torres‑Diaz: Building Bridges for Civil Rights and Community Empowerment

    Our guest today is Hector L. Torres‑Diaz, the Civil Rights Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Human Rights Commission. He is also a law student specializing in immigration law, public policy, community engagement, and the ongoing movement for Puerto Rico’s sovereignty. As a leader in public service, Hector is dedicated to being a bridge builder amongst multi-ethnic communities to strengthen and expand their access to community involvement. #HectorLTorresDiaz #CivilRightsAdvocate #PennsyvaniaHumanRightsCommission #CommunityEngagement #PublicServiceLeadership #LatinoLeadership #EquityAndJustice

    22 min
  4. George Carillo: Co-Founder & CEO of the Hispanic Construction Council – Supporting Latino Construction Businesses and Workers

    10/23/2025

    George Carillo: Co-Founder & CEO of the Hispanic Construction Council – Supporting Latino Construction Businesses and Workers

    Our guest today is the Co-Founder and CEO of the Hispanic Construction Council. The Hispanic Construction Council is a national dual nonprofit organization, classified as both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6), that addresses critical gaps in the construction industry. As a think tank, they utilize their board members and media presence to raise awareness and provide solutions for significant economic challenges and opportunities affecting the construction industry and its workers. #GeorgeCarillo #HispanicConstructionCouncil,com #Latino Construction Leadership Protect Construction Workers#LatinoBuilders #HealthCareUnTold

    38 min
  5. Jill Mather, Founder of Volunteers Cleaning Communities — “Cleaning the Streets of Los Angeles”

    10/07/2025

    Jill Mather, Founder of Volunteers Cleaning Communities — “Cleaning the Streets of Los Angeles”

    Our guest today is Jill Mather the Founder of Volunteers Cleaning Communities. This grassroots movement is transforming Southern California’s streets one cleanup at a time. Jill shares how her passion for environmental stewardship evolved into a thriving volunteer network that removes thousands of pounds of litter annually—without government funding. From organizing neighborhood cleanups to empowering youth and seniors alike, Jill’s story is a testament to the power of civic action and community pride. Tune in to hear how small acts of care can ripple into lasting change. #VolunteersCleaningCommunities #LitterFreeLA #CleanUpCrew #CommunityPower #EnvironmentalJustice #EcoActivism #GrassrootsMovement #UrbanSustainability

    23 min
  6. Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of Latinos in Heritage Conservation- "Endangered Latinx Landmarks 2025"

    09/22/2025

    Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of Latinos in Heritage Conservation- "Endangered Latinx Landmarks 2025"

    Our guest today is Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of the Latinos In Heritage Conservation. With deep roots in historic preservation and community advocacy, Sehila shares her inspiring journey from grassroots organizing to leading a national movement that centers Latinx stories, sites, and cultural memory. Under her leadership, the Conservancy recently unveiled the first-ever national list of Endangered Latinx Landmarks—a groundbreaking initiative that shines a spotlight on 13 culturally significant sites across the U.S. and Puerto Rico that are under threat from gentrification, neglect, demolition, and climate change. This campaign marks a pivotal moment in cultural preservation, and Sehila’s voice and the work of her small but mighty team is front and center in amplifying these stories and mobilizing communities to protect them. Explore the full list and learn more about the initiative on Latinos in Heritage Conservation’s official website: https://www.latinoheritage.us #LatinosInHeritageConservation #LatinxHeritageMatters #EndangeredLatinxLandmarks #PreserveOurStories #HealthCareUnToldPodcast

    26 min
  7. Dr. Gena Castro Rodriguez: Healing Through Equity and Community

    08/19/2025

    Dr. Gena Castro Rodriguez: Healing Through Equity and Community

    Our guest today is Dr. Gena Castro Rodriguez, a licensed marriage and family therapist, educator, and nationally recognized thought leader with over three decades of experience in mental health, trauma-informed care, and community wellness. Based in San Francisco, Dr. Castro Rodriguez has spent her career expanding access to culturally responsive services and building resilience in underserved communities. Her leadership spans roles such as Executive Director of the National Alliance for Trauma Recovery Centers at UCSF, Chief of Victim Services for the SF District Attorney’s Office, and Co-Founder of the Youth Justice Institute. Today, she continues her mission as an Associate Professor at the University of San Francisco, where she helps shape the next generation of counselors and advances the work of the Center for Community Counseling and Wellness. Dr. Castro Rodriguez shares insights on the trauma facing our immigrant communities, trauma recovery, restorative justice, and the intersection of mental health and social justice—offering a powerful vision for healing that centers on equity, dignity, and community voice. #Drgenacastrorodriguez #Genacastrorodriguez.com #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealthEquity #RestorativeJustice #CommunityHealing #CulturallyResponsive #Mentalhealthfirstaid

    18 min
  8. Kwamane Liddell, Founder and CEO of Thrive Link: Improving Access to Health and Services by Leveraging Telephonic AI.

    06/23/2025

    Kwamane Liddell, Founder and CEO of Thrive Link: Improving Access to Health and Services by Leveraging Telephonic AI.

    Our guest today is Kwamane Liddell, JD, MHA, BSN, the visionary CEO of ThriveLink—a healthcare technology company revolutionizing access to social safety-net programs and health services through telephonic AI. With a unique background as a trauma nurse, attorney, and health administrator, Kwamane brings a rare, multidimensional perspective to the healthcare space. Through ThriveLink, he has pioneered the use of telephonic AI to empower human service organizations and healthcare providers with always-available bots that assist individuals in completing applications for essential benefits like insurance and food assistance—anytime, day or night. Kwamane is dedicating his career to one powerful mission: ensuring that safety-net communities can access the services they need to live healthier, more secure lives. #KwamaneLiddell #ThriveLink #HealthEquity #TelephonicAI

    16 min
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HealthCare Untold is a Podcast dedicated to giving voice to everyday heroes and their untold health stories that can improve health to our most vulnerable communities

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  • Creator
    Barbara Ann Garcia, Gerado Sandoval, Jasmine Najera
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    238
  • Rating
    Clean
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