Did you know the invisible work that keeps our personal and professional lives running smoothly may also affect our health? We're diving into a topic that impacts every relationship, workplace, and home—emotional labor— and yet it often goes unnoticed, undervalued, and uncompensated.
We’re joined by Rose Hackman, journalist and author of Emotional Labor: The Invisible Work Shaping Our Lives and How to Claim Our Power. Together, we explore the deep-rooted societal expectations around emotional labor and how gender dynamics play a crucial role in who carries this burden. Spoiler alert: women are doing the bulk of it, and it's taking a toll.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ What emotional labor is and why it’s essential for a functioning society
✅ How gender roles shape expectations around caregiving, kindness, and emotional intelligence
✅ The economic impact of emotional labor and why it should be compensated
✅ The role of emotional labor in relationships, workplaces, and healthcare settings
✅ Strategies to redistribute emotional labor fairly and recognize its value
We also dive into the idea that men can (and should) engage more in emotional labor—not just for fairness, but for their own well-being. In a world where connection and belonging are crucial for mental health, developing emotional intelligence is a survival skill, not just a ‘nice-to-have.’
Why This Conversation Matters:
If you’ve ever felt exhausted from constantly managing other people’s emotions, anticipating needs, or smoothing over conflicts—this episode is for you. We uncover the gender stress gap, discuss why married women are often the most stressed demographic, and share practical ways to set boundaries around emotional labor without damaging relationships.
And hey, we even bring it back to health (because, you know, Your Doctor Friends). The stress from invisible labor can have profound effects on our well-being, impacting everything from mental health to physical health. Recognizing and addressing emotional labor is a powerful way to reclaim energy, reduce stress, and build healthier relationships.
Actionable Takeaways:
💡 Notice emotional labor in your own life and give it the visibility it deserves
💡 If you’re benefiting from someone else’s emotional labor, acknowledge it and reciprocate
💡 Have open conversations with partners, coworkers, and loved ones about sharing the load
💡 Advocate for recognizing and compensating emotional labor in professional settings
This episode is packed with insights that will challenge the way you think about work, relationships, and fairness in daily life.
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February 11, 2025
February 11, 2025: Erica Williams, RTO of Texas for Ascension, sits down with Beth Lindsay Wood, CIO and CTO at Moffitt Cancer Center, to explore the pivotal moments that have shaped her journey in healthcare technology. From leading digital transformation efforts like CancerX and AI-driven clinical outcomes to navigating a career pivot between provider and consulting roles, Beth shares hard-won lessons on leadership, adaptability, and resilience. What does it take to recognize when a career change is necessary, and how do setbacks become stepping stones to greater success? Join this deep dive into the realities of leadership, career progression, and the essential skills needed to drive meaningful change in healthcare.Key Points:04:46 Career Setbacks and Pivoting11:45 Developing Leadership Traits16:06 Hiring and Team Building22:44 Keys to SuccessSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer
February 11, 2025
Chris Paravate, MBA, CHCIO, PMP, CPHIMS, CDH-E, CIO of Northeast Georgia Health System, joins me to discuss the evolving role of #healthcare CIOs, the critical importance of building trust and relationships in #healthcareIT, and the future of #cloudcomputing & #cybersecurity.
Highlights include:
The evolution of the #CIO role into a strategic partner that supports delivering optimized care experiences.
Insights into multi-layered cybersecurity strategies and disaster recovery plans utilizing isolated recovery environments (IRE).
Emerging trends like #cloud migration for greater agility and resilience.
February 10, 2025
2025-02-07 Hosts Craig Lipset & Jane Myles took the stage to share their thoughts around the SCOPE Summit that was held earlier this week in Orlando, FL. They covered high level findings and thoughts on the environment for 2025 and a download on a few panels they were moderated by the DTRA team.You can join TGIF-DTRA Sessions live on LinkedIn Live on Friday's at 12:00 PM ET by checking out our LinkedIn. Follow the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance (DTRA) on LinkedIn and X. Learn more about Membership options and our work at www.dtra.org.
February 10, 2025
This episode’s Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow’ Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HEREEpisode Overview: The degradation of community ties across America has created an unprecedented health crisis, impacting millions of lives. Our next guest, Darin Buxbaum, is addressing this epidemic as co-founder and CEO of Wider Circle. Drawing from personal experience and deep healthcare expertise, Darin is pioneering an innovative approach that connects health plan members with trusted neighbors to create lasting, supportive communities. Previously founding successful healthcare ventures and recognized among the top 40 Innovators Under 40, Darin brings unique insights to community-driven health improvement. Join us to discover how Wider Circle's peer support model is revolutionizing healthcare delivery, reducing costs, improving outcomes, and most importantly, giving people a renewed sense of purpose and belonging. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Inspired by his grandmother's isolation after losing her spouse, Darin founded Wider Circle to combat loneliness through community connectionThe company matches engaged and less engaged health plan members in peer groups to build trust and encourage preventive careResults show $115 monthly cost savings per member, fewer hospitalizations, and 50% lower member attrition ratesProgram serves both Medicare and Medicaid members across generations, from maternity groups to senior support servicesCommunity "ambassadors" drive engagement by supporting peers and checking on absent members, especially in rural areasAbout our Guest: Darin Buxbaum is the co-founder and CEO of Wider Circle, a company focused on building communities to improve health and quality of life through trusted connections. Previously, he was co-founder and VP of Product at Oration, an insurance tech company, enabling self-insured employers’ major reductions in prescription drug spending. He also founded HourGlass Technologies where he served as president and CEO for over five years, and also drove the development of a new medical-device technology. Darin was recognized as one of the top 40 Innovators Under 40 in the Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry, and currently sits on the Forbes Business Council. Wider Circle was also named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America for 2024. Darin graduated Summa Cum Laude from Duke University and earned an MBA from Stanford University. Darin remains active with Stanford as a contributor and mentor to the BioDesign course and textbook.Links Supporting This Episode:Wider Circle Website: CLICK HEREDarin Buxbaum LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREWider Circle LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK HERESubscribe to newsletter: CLICK...
February 10, 2025
Episode 27 Heart Month: Watching Over the Heart and Brain Did you know a stroke can come straight from the heart? Gain more insight from our discussion between D. Sean Stewart, M.D., cardiologist with Norton Heart & Vascular Institute, and Rosa Hart, stroke nurse navigator with Norton Neuroscience Institute. Dr. Stewart explains the role of the anatomy of the heart in clot formation during atrial fibrillation (A-fib), putting someone with A-fib at risk for stroke. He also explains how an implant called a Watchman device protects against clot formation and can decrease the need for taking blood-thinning medications. Subscribe to the “Stronger After Stroke” podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and leave feedback or suggestions for future topics in the comments. Tune in next month for another episode! If you enjoyed this podcast, listen to Norton Healthcare’s other podcast, “MedChat,” available in your favorite podcast app. “MedChat” provides CME on the go and is targeted toward physicians and clinicians to get the latest updates on adult and pediatric topics. Norton Healthcare, a not-for-profit health care system, is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond. Five Louisville hospitals provide inpatient and outpatient general care as well as specialty care, including heart, neuroscience, cancer, orthopedic, women’s and pediatric services. A strong research program provides access to clinical trials in a multitude of areas. More information about Norton Healthcare is available at NortonHealthcare.com. Date of original release: Feb, 10, 2025 Podcast Production by www.unmuteaudio.com
February 10, 2025
Today my guest is Angie Dowell from Vistapath.
What we discuss with Angie:
Her start in microbiology as a tech in a hospital.
Transition to Pathologists’ Assistant
Her belief AI can improve efficiency by handling repetitive tasks, allowing focus on higher-level thinking.
Standardization in Grossing
Advantages of Standardized Templates
Her role at Vistapath as a Customer Success Manager
Impact of AI on Pathology
Future of Pathology with AI
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February 10, 2025
In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Jason Potts and Jamie Robertson from Imprivata about their roles, the company's solutions, and the digital identity challenges in healthcare.This episode was recorded during Digital Health Week New Zealand 2024, hosted by HiNZ, and dives into how Imprivata is helping healthcare providers manage secure access to patient information across various settings.Key Takeaways• Imprivata's Core Function: Imprivata focuses on digital identity solutions, primarily offering a simple and secure way for healthcare professionals to access multiple applications using technologies like Tap and Go and multifactor authentication.• Global Application: The solution is implemented globally, from large hospital systems to smaller clinics and commercial environments such as banking and gaming.• Local Context: In Australia and New Zealand, Imprivata adapts its workflows to fit local healthcare systems, integrating large EMR systems and smaller platforms.• Passwordless Journey: Imprivata is moving towards a passwordless environment, incorporating facial biometric authentication and other innovative approaches.• Mobility in Healthcare: They offer solutions for secure access via mobile devices, essential for clinicians working remotely or in various locations.Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTechwebsite.Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meet-ups, special offers and more exclusive content. For more information visittalkinghealthtech.com/thtplus
February 9, 2025
Hosts: Ben Plumley, Yvette Raphael
Guest: Gregg Gonsalves
Recorded in: Tembisa Mall, Greater Johannesburg, South Africa & New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Welcome to the first A Shot in the Arm podcast of 2025! In this powerful episode, Ben Plumley is joined by co-host Yvette Raphael and Yale professor & activist Gregg Gonsalves to unpack critical global health and equity issues amidst the shifting political landscape.
From the unraveling of public health commitments to rising misinformation, we ask: Are we living in a coup yet? Our guests reflect on the past, draw lessons from the HIV/AIDS movement, and strategize about the road ahead in fighting for public health and human rights.
Key Topics:
[00:00] Welcome & Introductions
[00:50] The US’s commitment to global health: Is it unraveling?
[02:00] Yvette’s 50th birthday & 25 years of living with HIV
[04:00] Misinformation, stigma, and fear in HIV advocacy today
[06:45] The US’s attack on LGBTQ+ health and the implications for global funding
[10:30] RFK Jr. and the growing anti-science movement
[15:40] Is there a method to this madness? Or just chaos?
[22:15] Lessons from the HIV/AIDS movement: How activists fought back
[30:00] The collapse of USAID and its impact on African healthcare
[38:30] Mobilizing the private sector & faith-based organizations
[41:00] The power of digital activism: TikTok, Instagram & misinformation
[45:00] Protest & activism: What tactics work in 2025?
[50:00] Final thoughts: Solidarity, hope & making “beautiful trouble”
Takeaways:
The rollback of global health initiatives, including HIV/AIDS funding, could have devastating effects worldwide.
History has shown that activism works—we must organize, mobilize, and push back.
The fight for public health is interconnected with the fight for democracy and human rights.
Digital media and grassroots organizing will be key tools in countering misinformation and mobilizing support.
Now is the time for action, unity, and resistance.
Join the conversation:
What are your thoughts on the current state of public health?
Subscribe & share this episode to keep the movement strong!
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February 8, 2025