What does it really take to succeed in global health? In this eye-opening episode of The Scholars Table, Dr. Ngozi shares the unfiltered truth about building a sustainable and impactful career in public health, beyond the classroom and credentials.

From navigating career transitions and fieldwork challenges to thriving as a woman of color in high-stakes leadership roles, Dr. Ngozi unpacks the real mindset, skills, and strategies you need to make it in global health today.

In this powerful episode of The Scholars Table, Dr. Banda Khalifa sits down with Prof. Madhukar Pai, the Inaugural Chair of the Department of Global and Public Health at McGill University and Canada Research Chair in Epidemiology & Global Health, for an unfiltered conversation on the state of global health today.

Prof. Pai offers not just critique, but also clarity —a call to reimagine global health with equity, justice, and local leadership at its center.

The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is consistently ranked among the world's top public health schools. But what makes its graduate programs unique, and what should applicants know before applying?In this episode of The Scholar’s Table, Dr. Banda Khalifa speaks with Professor Ahmed Rashid, Pro-Director of Education at LSHTM. Professor Rashid oversees the school’s Master’s and Doctoral programs and is a leading voice in global medical education.

Thinking about graduate school in public or global health? 🇨🇦Join Dr. Banda Khalifa on The Scholars Table as he interviews Prof. Eduardo Franco, Director and Associate Dean at McGill University—one of Canada’s top institutions for public health education and research.Whether you're considering applying to grad school or want to understand how Canada is leading global public health education, this episode delivers practical advice and big-picture vision.

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Banda Khalifa sits down with Professor Sandro Galea, one of the most influential voices in global public health, to explore the future of health education, equity in admissions, and the next frontier of innovation at Washington University’s new School of Public Health.

About Our Guest:
Professor Galea is the Margaret C. Ryan Dean of the School of Public Health at Washington University in St. Louis, and holds the prestigious Eugene S. and Constance Kahn Distinguished Professorship. A global leader and academic visionary, he’s reshaping how we think about public health education and leadership in the 21st century.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The mission and distinctiveness of WashU’s brand-new School of Public Health

• A bold vision for inclusive and equitable graduate admissions

• The future of financial access and scholarship models in public health education

• How climate change, AI, and data science are being integrated into the curriculum

• Candid advice for students, early-career professionals, and aspiring leaders in public health

In this episode of Global Health Uncensored, we sit down with two extraordinary global health leaders: Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, Assistant Director-General at the World Health Organization (WHO), and Mrs. Vivianne Ihekweazu, a renowned public health expert and communications professional. Together, they provide invaluable insights into pandemic preparedness, health system challenges, and the power of effective communication in shaping public health narratives.💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:Dr. Chikwe’s pivotal role at WHO and his experience leading Nigeria’s pandemic response.How global health security can be enhanced through epidemic intelligence.Mrs. Vivianne’s leadership in public health advocacy and the power of storytelling.The complexities of public health in Africa and how cultural beliefs impact disease prevention.📖 Key topics include:Pandemic preparedness & responseLeadership in public health crisesNavigating cultural challenges in healthcareMentoring the next generation of public health leaders

In this insightful episode of Global Health Uncensored, we are honored to welcome Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet, the newly appointed President and CEO of Vital Strategies, one of the most influential public health organizations in the world. Dr. Etiebet is a recognized leader in global health, with a distinguished career dedicated to advancing women's health and promoting health equity on a global scale.Key Discussion Points:Journey to Leadership: Dr. Etiebet shares her remarkable journey from her early career as an infectious disease specialist to her leadership roles at Merck, where she led the transformative Merck for Mothers initiative. Learn about the pivotal moments that shaped her career and how her passion for health equity has guided her work.Vital Strategies' Impact: As the new President and CEO of Vital Strategies, Dr. Etiebet now leads an organization with a mission to improve public health for over 3.3 billion people worldwide. Discover her vision for the future of Vital Strategies and how she plans to build on its legacy of success.Health Equity Focus: Dr. Etiebet delves into the critical importance of health equity in global health. From her experience at Merck as the Associate Vice President for Health Equity, where she developed the company’s first enterprise-wide health equity strategy, to her current role, she discusses the challenges and opportunities in creating a more equitable health system for all.Global Health Challenges: In the face of growing global challenges such as climate change, inequity, and emerging health threats, Dr. Etiebet shares her perspective on the role of public health organizations, governments, and communities in addressing these issues.Advice for Future Leaders: For those aspiring to make a difference in global health, Dr. Etiebet offers invaluable advice on leadership, advocacy, and the importance of staying committed to your mission.

In this insightful episode of the Banda Global Forum, we speak with Prof. Tulio de Oliveira, the internationally recognized scientist behind the groundbreaking discovery of the COVID-19 Omicron variant.

Prof. de Oliveira serves as Director of the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University, Director of the KwaZulu-Natal Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform (KRISP), and Deputy Director of the Genomic Surveillance Unit at the Wellcome Sanger Institute. Named among Nature’s Top Ten Scientists (2021), listed in MIT Technology Review’s Innovators in Breakthrough Technologies, and recognized by TIME's 100 Most Influential People (2022), his leadership continues to transform Africa’s role in global health.

This episode is essential viewing for public health professionals, researchers, students, and anyone passionate about global health, scientific innovation, and Africa’s emerging leadership in genomics.

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