On this episode of The Intersection podcast, host Anton Gunn talks to Aija Nemer-Aanerud (People’s Action Institute) and Lindsey Muniak (Debt Collective)––two changemakers helping people access the healthcare they need without falling into debt. They discuss strategies that organizations can use to help those facing debt, protect the safety net, advocate for a more equitable system, and understand the importance of working inside and outside of institutions to find common ground in health equity efforts. 

The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect the views of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The Foundation does not support lobbying efforts, including any activities or communications referenced during this podcast.

What happens when millions of people currently enrolled in Medicaid risk losing their coverage? Host Anton Gunn is joined by Deanna Williams and Laura Colbert (Georgians for a Healthy Future), Jennifer Flynn Walker (Popular Democracy), and Stan Dorn (UnidosUS) to explore strategies for navigating the Medicaid enrollment crisis.

They discuss approaches to prevent coverage gaps, barriers facing people with disabilities, how local organizations can scale efforts statewide, and harnessing the power of communications and storytelling.

The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect the views of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The Foundation does not support lobbying efforts, including any activities or communications referenced during this podcast.

From funding cuts to conflicting federal and local priorities, public health is facing new and old challenges. Healthcare advocates need support as they strive to establish anti-racist health systems amid a rapidly evolving landscape.

What is it like right now to work in public health? How can we address communities’ needs in real-time? Anne Carter (Linn County (IA) Public Health), Shelina Davis (Louisiana Public Health Institute), and Lili Farhang (Health in Partnership) talk with host Anton Gunn about the current situation and strategies to safeguard public health, including how organizations can stabilize funding and collaborate to tackle community health priorities.

The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect the views of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The Foundation does not support lobbying efforts, including any activities or communications referenced during this podcast.