World Health Investigation Podcast
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Episodes
29 episodes
The Impact of Religious Leaders on Health: Part II
GLOBIESS!!! Our previous episode got so juicy that we decided we need a PART II!!! What is the impact of religious leaders on global health? In this episode, we explore how religious leaders historically provided healthcare, especially in under...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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13:39
The Impact of Religious Leaders on Health: Unveiling Prophet T.B. Joshua
We've got some divine tea for you globies!!! In this episode, we shed some light on the BBC documentary that pulls back the curtain on T.B. Joshua, founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations and a figure who's been both revered and reviled....
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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38:36
"Bureaucracy in Health and Welfare systems: A Film Review of 'I, Daniel Blake'
Happy New Year Globies!!! As we kickstart 2024, we continue striving towards health equity for all! This time round, we dive into the world of "I, Daniel Blake", a film that pulls back the curtain on the tangled mess of bureaucracy ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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33:02
Drama with Purpose: Unpacking MTV Shuga Naija Season 5's Health Messages
Did somebody say it’s the END OF 2023? As Globies, it’s important we reflect on global health events as we end the year. We delve into our Top 5 Global Health News headlines of 2023, coupled with a FILM REVIEWWW. This episode steps into t...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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30:31
Bridging the Wealth Gap: Can Capitalism Deliver?
Did somebody say it's the start of Season 3? We took a break, but we have a few things we've been hoping to deliver for you behind the scenes. First of all, make sure to check out BRAND NEW WEBSITE (whipodcast.com), where you can find all ou...
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36:43
Our Story - our mics are ready, are you?
Hang on tight, Globies🧡, as we wrap up an explosive Season Two! 🎉 We've tackled the hottest tea - from the cost of living squeeze to the battles for abortion rights, not to mention diving into conflicts shaking the health space and opening up d...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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5:41
Should you sell your organs? Is it a win-win or a dilemma ?
Hey hey, awesome Globies! We’ve entered the world of organ trade and we’re so excited for this topic!!! Should YOU sell your organs??? Get ready for some juicy discussions as we explore the pros and cons of this controversial topic....
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:05:31
Beneath the surface: Confronting sexual and gender-based violence
This is an EMPOWERING one Globies! Join us as we uncover the realities of sexual and gender-based violence. We explain how to identify victims and perpetrators ( including celebrities)∗∗∗cough cough∗∗∗. We explore the importance of...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:04:06
TransTalk: Breaking boundaries in transgender health and navigating health with pride!
Pride Month is right around the corner, Globies. In this eye-opening episode, we delve deep into the realm of transgender healthcare. We describe the differences between sex, gender and sexual orientation, shed light on the barriers faced by...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:19:25
“Simply put, they are lying” - Greenwashing, climate change and the road towards “Net Zero 2050”
Not another CLIMATE CHANGE episode!!! It is not news that change is happening! Temperatures are rising, we are seeing more and more droughts, wildfires and shifting rainfall patterns. Glaciers and snow are melting and there is a rise in glob...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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57:49
Should we legalise ALL drugs? The ‘war on drugs’, substance misuse and how to address them
Approximately 650,000 people die from direct or indirect drug overdose across the world. Interestingly, there are 2.6 million deaths attributed to alcohol misuse and 8.7 million deaths attributed to smoking globally. The health complications...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:41:38
No shame in the game - erectile dysfunction, prostate cancer and more
52% of 40 - 70 year old men suffer from varying degrees of sexual diseases, which are caused by a variety of biological and psychological factors. In this episode, we discuss sexual and reproductive conditions, such as ere...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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47:51
Should ALL countries have an OBLIGATION to welcome refugees? Impacts of conflicts in health - war, crime and more
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees estimates that low- and middle-income countries host 74% of the world’s refugees. In this episode, we discuss the impacts of war on healthcare systems. We highlight the challenges with public...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:02:54
In an equitable world, poverty should not exist - COST OF LIVING CRISIS, CAPITALISM and more
In 2022, the United Nations reported that for the first time since 1998, there has been an increase in extreme poverty. This year many countries are facing inflation and a cost of living crisis that is worsening poverty. This week, we look a...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:07:44
Should we legalise abortion? Is being PRO-LIFE ANTIFEMINIST?
According to the WHO, 4.7–13.2% of maternal deaths can be attributed to unsafe abortion each year and 6 out of 10 of all unintended pregnancies end in an induced abortion. However safe abortion services are still inaccessible in many countries ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:14:58
WE ARE BACK! SEASON 2 TRAILER
We are back! The WHI podcast returns for season 2 and we are turning up the heat!! Our first episode of the season drops this Saturday, 29 October, 6PM GMT. Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram:
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Season 2
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2:15
We will not settle for leftover vaccines – COVAX, vaccine access and equity
To date, it is estimated that in high- and upper-middle-income countries, 81% of the population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. However, in low-income countries, only about 17% of the population has received at least on...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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45:03
You have budget for anti-terrorism, but could not prepare for a WHOLE PANDEMIC?
Coronaviruses had been a major concern as infectious agents with pandemic-causing potential, years before the COVID-19 pandemic. Advancements in DNA sequencing mechanisms can help us detect pathogens early and study them appropriately....
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:02:18
“I don't want to wake up to a ROBOT mid-delivery!” Is digital healthcare the future?
Digital technologies are increasingly being used as health and care interventions worldwide. Many people own wearables such as Apple Watches that track vital health information and mobile health (mHealth) continues to support health care wor...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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45:41
Is the gender pay gap real? Gender inequities in health and why we need women leaders
It is estimated that women comprise nearly 70% of the global health and social workforce, yet they only hold about 25% of senior leadership roles. This week, we share our thoughts on why we lack female leadership in healthcare and highlight ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:08:55
Our warming, storming planet: let's address the climate crisis
“If the health care sector was a country, it would be the 5th largest emitter of carbon dioxide.” In this episode we emphasise why the climate change crisis is also a global health crisis. We further discuss the biggest culprits of carbon di...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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57:49
Why you should NOT ignore traditional medicine
Many people across the world are thought to rely on traditional medicine for their primary health care needs. In this episode, we explore different definitions of traditional medicine and address some harmful traditional health practices, wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:00:09
How much should you pay for your health?
Millions of people are pushed into extreme poverty simply because they pay large sums of money for healthcare. In this episode, we discuss the feasibility of universal health coverage, highlighting arguments for and against this principle. W...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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40:09
Are you okay? The Youth Mental Health crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic
Today we are spilling our own tea! There has been an on-going mental health crisis amongst students at universities, which worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 lockdown factors such as sel...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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29:18
Should Black people take the COVID-19 vaccine?
According to a survey conducted by the University College London, 64% of young, Black people in England were vaccine hesitant. This week, we discuss vaccine hesitancy in Black communities and explore some historical reasons for mistrust...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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42:26