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Welcome to a compelling episode of Public Health Spotlights. In partnership with ADPH, we’re joined by Peter Roderick, Director of Public Health in York, for a candid and inspiring conversation about his unconventional journey into public health leadership.

Peter Roderick opens up about starting his career in music before pivoting into public health—a journey shaped by a lifelong fascination with the interplay of art and science. He discusses the motivations that led him to stay rooted in York, how his Christian faith and commitment to the local community have influenced his approach, and the philosophies guiding his work.

This episode explores key moments and projects from Peter Roderick’s career, including leading successful tobacco control initiatives, building frontline partnerships, and championing equity, justice, and hope in health service delivery. He delves into the influential literature—like the Marmot Report and Julian Tudor Hart’s research—that has informed his population-focused mindset, and shares candid reflections on leadership as an “introverted” director dedicated to team diversity, inclusion, and humility.

Tune in for honest insights on:

- Navigating a non-traditional path from music to public health leadership

- How art and science combine to tell powerful health stories and inform strategy

- The critical impact of the Marmot Report and Sick Individuals, Sick Populations

- Defining projects: tobacco control, founding local centers of excellence, and frontline engagement

- The importance of faith, community connection, and optimism in driving public health improvement

- National work with ADPH on addictions policy and commercial determinants of health

- Building and empowering diverse local teams in a changing city

Whether you’re curious about public health storytelling, leadership beyond the spotlight, practical approaches to equity and prevention, or how values and lived experience shape a director’s vision, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives, practical wisdom, and a deep passion for community health.

Highlights:

- Art, science, and narrative: the toolkit of an effective public health director

- Bridging local and national impact through service, policy, and advocacy

- Why justice, equity, and optimism matter in health leadership

- Practical lessons on developing inclusive, resilient teams

Don’t miss this honest and insightful look into local public health leadership and innovation. Subscribe to Public Health Spotlights for more explorations into the stories, strategies, and people driving change in our communities.

Thank you for tuning in to Public Health Spotlight: A Panoramic Associates Podcast. For more expert discussions on public health, be sure to subscribe. Visit our website at panoramicassociates.co.uk to learn more about our work in the public health sector. This podcast is produced in collaboration with the Association of Directors of Public Health.

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Welcome to an inspiring episode of Public Health Spotlights. Join host Callum Gardiner as he sits down with Prof Lisa McNally, Director of Public Health at Worcestershire County Council, for a conversation about her unique journey from psychology into the heart of public health leadership.
Lisa McNally reflects on her career path, the pivotal moments during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how supporting community autonomy has transformed health outcomes. She dives into the philosophy behind empowering neighbourhoods, shares practical examples like the award-winning Priority Neighbourhood Development Program, and discusses the real impact of community-led change.

Together, they tackle big questions around prevention vs care, demonstrate how stories are just as vital as data, and unpick the challenges of tackling inequality, poverty, and social isolation. Prof Lisa McNally also opens up about leadership, her team’s national recognition, working collaboratively with the NHS, and the personal lessons she’s learned along the way including the power of mindfulness and finding joy in community work.

Whether you’re interested in how neighbourhood action changes lives, strategies for maximizing limited public health budgets, balancing data with lived experience, or advice for building effective teams, this episode is full of honest insights, actionable wisdom, and unwavering passion for public health.

Highlights:

- From psychology to public health: a career built on championing behaviour change and communities
- How community autonomy and investment sparks lasting transformation
- Insights behind the Priority Neighbourhood Development Program’s success and recognition
- Balancing prevention with care and immediate impact in public health
- Tackling poverty, inequality, and social isolation in Worcestershire
- Collaboration strategies with the NHS and maximizing team potential
- Leadership lessons: building trust, fostering positivity, and nurturing wellbeing

Don’t miss this deeply human and practical exploration of local public health innovation and leadership. Subscribe for more stories and strategies from Public Health Spotlights.

Thank you for tuning in to Public Health Spotlight: A Panoramic Associates Podcast. For more expert discussions on public health, be sure to subscribe. Visit our website at panoramicassociates.co.uk to learn more about our work in the public health sector. This podcast is produced in collaboration with the Association of Directors of Public Health.

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Welcome to a special episode of Public Health Spotlight. In this insightful conversation, host River Simmons sits down with Andrew Taylor to explore his inspiring journey through public health from growing up in Bradford, surrounded by its smoky mill chimneys, to leading public health teams in both Bradford and Waltham Forest.

Andrew shares how his personal experiences shaped his passion for public health, and how Bradford’s vibrant, multicultural communities influenced his career. He reflects openly on overcoming adversity, the role of education, moving between interim and permanent leadership, and why social capital and trust are fundamental to building a healthy city.

Whether you’re interested in local history, the evolution of public health, community cohesion, or advice on starting a career in the sector, this episode is packed with personal stories, practical insight, and a touch of Yorkshire pride.

Highlights:

- Bradford’s radical heritage and multicultural evolution
- The realities of interim vs permanent Director of Public Health roles
- Improving child development, immunisation, and social cohesion
- Strategies for building health and wellbeing at a city-wide level
- Advice for those considering a career in public health

Don’t miss this honest and motivating conversation on public health leadership and community impact. Subscribe for more episodes of Public Health Spotlight.

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Thank you for tuning in to Public Health Spotlight: A Panoramic Associates Podcast. For more expert discussions on public health, be sure to subscribe. Visit our website at panoramicassociates.co.uk to learn more about our work in the public health sector. This podcast is produced in collaboration with the Association of Directors of Public Health.