Episode 8: Prevention, Power & Public Trust — Amanda Archer on Rebuilding Health

Guest: Amanda Archer, Health Commissioner, Canton City Public Health

In this forward-looking episode of Beyond the Script, we sit down with Amanda Archer, Health Commissioner of Canton City Public Health, to explore how prevention, trust, and equity form the backbone of strong community health systems. With a leadership style marked by transparency, collaboration, and courage, Amanda is redefining what it means to lead a public health department in a time when trust is fragile and the stakes are high.

Drawing from her experience on the front lines of community health, Amanda shares what it really takes to prevent illness, rebuild public confidence, and create equitable systems that serve everyone.

• How prevention is being redefined for a new era of public health

• What it takes to restore trust between communities and health institutions

• Why leadership diversity and equity create stronger, more responsive systems

• The tension between public expectations and public health realities

• How local health departments can adapt to meet emerging community needs

• Amanda’s leadership philosophy rooted in communication, accountability, and compassion

• Practical strategies for elevating prevention as a community-wide responsibility

Public health has weathered some of the toughest challenges in recent memory—misinformation, polarization, burnout, and growing inequity. Amanda offers a grounded but hopeful look at how health leaders can rebuild trust, strengthen prevention efforts, and create systems designed not just to react to crises, but to prevent them.

Her insights remind us that prevention is power, community engagement is essential, and trust is the true infrastructure of a healthy society.

• Prevention is more than programs—it’s a mindset that must guide policy, partnerships, and community engagement.

• Trust is earned through transparency, consistency, and listening.

• Equity in leadership strengthens the entire public health ecosystem.

• Local health departments play a vital role in shaping long-term community well-being.

Beyond the Script brings weekly conversations at the intersection of justice, medicine, and community transformation. Hosted by Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass, the show elevates the voices of leaders, thinkers, and practitioners working to build healthier, more equitable systems for all.

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Episode 7: Faith, Family & Follow-Through — Mike’s Ministry of Mentorship

Guest: Mike Gallina, Community Advocate & Mentor

In this heartfelt and energizing episode of Beyond the Script, we sit down with Mike Gallina, a beloved community advocate, mentor, and leader known for his unwavering commitment to shaping lives through faith, family values, and intentional follow-through. Mike has spent decades walking alongside young people, families, and community members—proving that mentorship is both a calling and a catalyst for healing.

Mike’s approach blends compassion, accountability, and leadership development in ways that transform individuals and strengthen entire communities. His story is a powerful reminder that when faith fuels action, lives change.

• How faith-based mentorship can anchor and empower young people

• The role of accountability in shaping resilient leaders

• Why leadership is a form of healing—for both mentors and mentees

• How family values and consistency create stability in times of challenge

• Mike’s personal journey into mentorship and community advocacy

• Strategies for building trust and fostering meaningful relationships

• What it means to serve others with presence, patience, and purpose

In a world where many individuals—especially youth—struggle to find reliable, affirming support, Mike offers a model of mentorship rooted in dignity and intentionality. His work highlights how faith, structure, and follow-through can help people overcome adversity, discover their strengths, and grow into leaders who give back.

• Mentorship is an act of service that can transform generations.

• Accountability paired with compassion fosters real growth.

• Faith and family values provide a powerful foundation for leadership.

• Consistency and presence are key ingredients in any meaningful mentoring relationship.

Beyond the Script is your weekly prescription for truth—spotlighting bold leaders and compassionate change-makers working at the intersection of justice, medicine, and community transformation. Hosted by Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass, each episode reveals the stories, systems, and strategies shaping a brighter, more equitable future.

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Episode 6: Access, Dignity & the Power of Medicine — Dr. LaTrice Snodgrass on Beacon Charitable Pharmacy’s Mission

Guest: Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass, Beacon Charitable Pharmacy

In this special episode of Beyond the Script, the spotlight turns to our own host, Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass, as she shares the story, mission, and impact of Beacon Charitable Pharmacy—a lifeline for individuals who struggle to afford essential medications.

As one of the few charitable pharmacies in Ohio, Beacon is transforming healthcare by addressing one of the most urgent social determinants of health: medication access. LaTrice opens the doors to the real work happening behind the scenes: connecting patients with life-saving medications, advocating for dignity in care, and partnering with community organizations to close equity gaps.

• What a charitable pharmacy is and why it matters

• How Beacon Charitable Pharmacy fills critical medication gaps for uninsured and underinsured patients

• The connection between medication access, health equity, and long-term health outcomes

• How pharmaceutical assistance programs, donations, and partnerships keep doors open

• Real stories of impact—moments when timely medication changed (or saved) a life

• The challenges and opportunities facing charitable pharmacies nationwide

• LaTrice’s vision for a future where no one goes without the medicine they need

Medication shouldn’t be a luxury. Yet for countless individuals and families, cost is a barrier that leads to worsening health, preventable hospitalizations, and even life-threatening complications.
LaTrice reminds us that access to medication is access to life—and that Beacon’s model represents a powerful, hopeful example of what equitable, community-rooted healthcare can look like.

• Medication access is a foundational social determinant of health.

• Charitable pharmacies fill a critical gap in America’s healthcare safety net.

• Dignity, compassion, and trust are essential components of patient-centered care.

• Communities thrive when partnerships strengthen the continuum of care.

Beyond the Script is your weekly prescription for truth—uplifting voices, stories, and solutions that bring justice, compassion, and community transformation to the forefront of healthcare. Hosted by Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass, each episode digs into the systems, struggles, and successes shaping a healthier, more equitable world.

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