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Race, Health & Happiness

Dr. Onye Nnorom

Navigating professional life as a "racialized" person can be exhausting. Join Dr. O, a Public Health Physician Specialist in Toronto, as she interviews guests who are overcoming the obstacles of overt and institutionalized racism to achieve their professional goals while creating healthy and fulfilling lives. If you'd like to learn about thriving in the face of adversity while staying well, this is the podcast for you.

Episodes
S04E07 - Quinton Redcliffe discusses his role in the struggle against Apartheid, how South Africans are working to dismantle institutionalized racism, and the impact of George Floyd on anti-racism work in Africa and worldwideSeptember 20, 2023
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RHH On Campus (Series) PT 1: Impact of Gun Violence on Black Community mental health with Gregory LeslieSeptember 17, 2023
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S04E06 - Caroline Peters discusses surviving the evils of Apartheid in South Africa, empowering women against sexual violence, and finding her voice through activismAugust 30, 2023
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S04E05 - Nicole Kaniki discusses growing up in South Africa, her journey from being “Coloured” to Black, and the inspiring story of her famous ancestorJuly 19, 2023
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S04E04 - Nam Kiwanuka discusses her rise from refugee to media star, the double-edged sword of colorism, and how her superpower helps her to surthrive in hostile environmentsJune 14, 2023
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S04E03 - Bamby Salcedo discusses transgender activism, pathologizing identity, and fighting oppression within marginalized groupsMay 10, 2023
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S04E02 - Dr. Lulu discusses LGBTQ+ acceptance and affirmation, coming of age in Nigeria as a Queer woman, and youth suicide preventionApril 05, 2023
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RHH On Campus (Series) P3: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Celina Ceasar-ChavannesMarch 24, 2023
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RHH On Campus (Series) P2: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Dr. Upton AllenMarch 17, 2023
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RHH On Campus (Series) P1: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Dr. Candice ToddMarch 10, 2023
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RHH On Campus 01: How are Students Doing After Remote Learning?March 04, 2023
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S04E01 - Elizabeth Leiba discusses “Shopping While Black”, becoming a LinkedIn influencer, and answering the call to advocacyFebruary 22, 2023
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S03E11 - Sur-THRIVING During The Holidays!December 21, 2022
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S03E10 - Dalton Higgins discusses Black entrepreneurship, tokenism in the media, and the incredible healing power of musicNovember 30, 2022
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S03E09 - Naki Osutei discusses succeeding as a Black woman in corporate environments, her journey after failure, and using “diplomacy” to disrupt systemic racismOctober 26, 2022
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S03E08 - Karyn Pugliese discusses anti-Indigenous racism, speaking truth to power and the path to solidaritySeptember 28, 2022
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S03E07 - Encore Episode: Kikė Ojo-Thompson discusses anti-African attitudes, “Misogynoir”, and raising resilient Black childrenAugust 31, 2022
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S03E06 - Jael Joseph discusses her internship with “Race, Health & Happiness”, the challenges of being a Black immigrant student, and the importance of knowing your worthJuly 27, 2022
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S03E05 - Dr. O explores how we protect our communities with Nia Centre for the Arts & Roots Community ServicesJune 29, 2022
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S03E04 - Nouman Ashraf discusses protecting ourselves against systemic racism using cultural fluency and cultural pride, and he inspires Dr. O to create a Mindful MomentMay 25, 2022
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S03E03 - Paul Taylor discusses food security, Black parental advocacy, and the importance of being a role modelApril 20, 2022
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S03E02 - Camille Dundas discusses anti-Black racism in the media, being a “diversity hire”, and embracing her identityMarch 09, 2022
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S03E01 - Trey Anthony discusses being open about mental health challenges, feeling guilty about TV success, and walking in your purposeFebruary 09, 2022
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S02 E08 Special Episode - “Dietary Equity & Inclusion” ft. Tameika Shaw and Gurneet DhamiDecember 15, 2021
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S02 E07 Special Episode - “Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Revisited"November 17, 2021
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