PHTRI Podcast

lee Pinkerton

A podcast series for the Public Health Tackling Racism and Inequality Programme

Episodes

  1. 06/25/2025

    Introducing the Race Equity Maturity Index (REMI) with Dr. Amanda Simon and Tracey Bignall

    Dr. Amanda Simon and Tracey Bignall discuss the Race Equity Maturity Index (REMI) Introducing the REMI: A Tool for Advancing Race Equity in Public Health In this episode of the Public Health Tackling Racism and Inequality podcast, host Adeola Agbebiyi explores the Race Equity Maturity Index (REMI) alongside guests Dr. Amanda Simon and Tracey Bignall. Dr. Simon and Bignall detail the origins and development of REMI, emphasizing its role as a self-assessment tool designed to help organizations in the public health sector achieve sustainable race equity. They discuss the six stages of the REMI framework and its alignment with other equity tools, sharing insights on its implementation and impact. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership buy-in, flexibility, and the benefits of a collaborative and iterative process in fostering meaningful change. https://anti-racism.london/race-equity-maturity-index/ 00:00 Introduction to the Public Health Tackling Racism and Inequality Program 00:33 Overview of the Position Statement and Program Themes 01:01 Podcast Series Goals and Host Introduction 01:43 Welcoming the Guests: Dr. Amanda Simon and Tracy Bignall 03:30 Tracey Bignall's Journey into Public Health and Race Equality 05:07 Amanda Simon's Path to the Race Equality Foundation 10:05 Exploring the Race Equity Maturity Index (REMI) 12:30 Development and Design of the REMI 15:54 Implementing the REMI: Steps and Benefits 20:38 Current Adoption and Impact of the REMI 29:09 Self-Assessment and Organizational Buy-In 35:05 Final Thoughts and Encouragement to Use the REMI 39:27 Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks

    43 min
  2. Winston Morgan, Professor of Toxicology, Equity and Inclusive Practice at UEL

    10/14/2024

    Winston Morgan, Professor of Toxicology, Equity and Inclusive Practice at UEL

    An interview with Professor Winston Morgan, Professor of Toxicology, Equity and Inclusive Practice at the University of East London. Confronting Racism: Health Inequities, Sickle Cell Challenges, and Academic Gatekeeping In this compelling episode of the Public Health Tackling Racism and Inequality Program podcast, host Lee Pinkerton engages with Professor Winston Morgan from the University of East London. They delve into the impacts of racism on public health and academic careers, discussing the ADPH London position statement and exploring strategies to combat systemic barriers. The conversation touches on the psychological and physiological effects of racism, such as chronic stress contributing to premature aging and disease vulnerability. Highlighting new advancements, the episode also covers promising gene therapy for sickle cell disease and addresses the biases and training gaps in healthcare that affect treatment quality. Throughout, the importance of increasing diversity among healthcare professionals and understanding the broader societal factors influencing health disparities are emphasized. 00:00 Introduction to the Public Health Tackling Racism and Inequality Program 00:33 Themes for Action Development 01:01 Podcast Series Overview 01:43 Guest Introduction: Professor Winston Morgan 02:32 Professor Morgan's Academic Journey 03:06 Challenges in Academia 08:47 Supporting Students and Overcoming Barriers 11:47 Research on Racism and Public Health 15:44 The Impact of Discrimination on Health 17:12 Understanding the John Henryism Effect 18:34 Exploring Sickle Cell Research 20:43 Gene Therapy for Sickle Cell 24:04 Challenges in Sickle Cell Treatment 28:51 Genetic Diversity and Health Inequalities 31:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    32 min

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A podcast series for the Public Health Tackling Racism and Inequality Programme