Race, Health & Happiness

By Dr. Onye Nnorom

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Episodes: 44

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Navigating professional life as a "racialized" person can be exhausting. Join Dr. O, a Public Health Physician Specialist in Toronto, as she interviews guests who are overcoming the obstacles of overt and institutionalized racism to achieve their professional goals while creating healthy and fulfilling lives. If you'd like to learn about thriving in the face of adversity while staying well, this is the podcast for you.


Episode Date
S04 Bonus Episode - “Black Joy!” Live Event
Dec 27, 2023
S04E10 - “Episode: Finale” - Dr. O and Dr. Karl discuss the end of RHH…
Dec 13, 2023
S04E09 - D’Bi.Young Anitafrika discusses the decolonizing power of art, overcoming the toxicity of classism within Black communities, and how harm and healing can co-exist in real time
Nov 15, 2023
S04E08 - Marlon Palmer discusses how he overcame ‘digital racism’, the healing power of comedy, and the importance of having a ‘third place’
Oct 18, 2023
RHH On Campus (Series) PT 2: Impact of Substance Abuse on Black Community mental health with Donna Alexander
Sep 27, 2023
S04E07 - Quinton Redcliffe discusses his role in the struggle against Apartheid, how South Africans are working to dismantle institutionalized racism, and the impact of George Floyd on anti-racism work in Africa and worldwide
Sep 20, 2023
RHH On Campus (Series) PT 1: Impact of Gun Violence on Black Community mental health with Gregory Leslie
Sep 17, 2023
S04E06 - Caroline Peters discusses surviving the evils of Apartheid in South Africa, empowering women against sexual violence, and finding her voice through activism
Aug 30, 2023
S04E05 - Nicole Kaniki discusses growing up in South Africa, her journey from being “Coloured” to Black, and the inspiring story of her famous ancestor
Jul 19, 2023
S04E04 - Nam Kiwanuka discusses her rise from refugee to media star, the double-edged sword of colorism, and how her superpower helps her to surthrive in hostile environments
Jun 14, 2023
S04E03 - Bamby Salcedo discusses transgender activism, pathologizing identity, and fighting oppression within marginalized groups
May 10, 2023
S04E02 - Dr. Lulu discusses LGBTQ+ acceptance and affirmation, coming of age in Nigeria as a Queer woman, and youth suicide prevention
Apr 05, 2023
RHH On Campus (Series) P3: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Celina Ceasar-Chavannes
Mar 24, 2023
RHH On Campus (Series) P2: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Dr. Upton Allen
Mar 18, 2023
RHH On Campus (Series) P1: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black Communities with Dr. Candice Todd
Mar 11, 2023
RHH On Campus 01: How are Students Doing After Remote Learning?
Mar 05, 2023
S04E01 - Elizabeth Leiba discusses “Shopping While Black”, becoming a LinkedIn influencer, and answering the call to advocacy
Feb 22, 2023
S03E11 - Sur-THRIVING During The Holidays!
Dec 21, 2022
S03E10 - Dalton Higgins discusses Black entrepreneurship, tokenism in the media, and the incredible healing power of music
Nov 30, 2022
S03E09 - Naki Osutei discusses succeeding as a Black woman in corporate environments, her journey after failure, and using “diplomacy” to disrupt systemic racism
Oct 26, 2022
S03E08 - Karyn Pugliese discusses anti-Indigenous racism, speaking truth to power and the path to solidarity
Sep 28, 2022
S03E07 - Encore Episode: Kikė Ojo-Thompson discusses anti-African attitudes, “Misogynoir”, and raising resilient Black children
Aug 31, 2022
S03E06 - Jael Joseph discusses her internship with “Race, Health & Happiness”, the challenges of being a Black immigrant student, and the importance of knowing your worth
Jul 27, 2022
S03E05 - Dr. O explores how we protect our communities with Nia Centre for the Arts & Roots Community Services
Jun 29, 2022
S03E04 - Nouman Ashraf discusses protecting ourselves against systemic racism using cultural fluency and cultural pride, and he inspires Dr. O to create a Mindful Moment
May 25, 2022
S03E03 - Paul Taylor discusses food security, Black parental advocacy, and the importance of being a role model
Apr 20, 2022
S03E02 - Camille Dundas discusses anti-Black racism in the media, being a “diversity hire”, and embracing her identity
Mar 09, 2022
S03E01 - Trey Anthony discusses being open about mental health challenges, feeling guilty about TV success, and walking in your purpose
Feb 09, 2022
S02 E08 Special Episode - “Dietary Equity & Inclusion” ft. Tameika Shaw and Gurneet Dhami
Dec 15, 2021
S02 E07 Special Episode - “Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Revisited"
Nov 17, 2021
S02 E06 Special Episode - “Exposing Medical Colonialism” ft. Dr. Samir Shaheen-Hussain
Sep 29, 2021
S02 E05 - Olunike Adeliyi discusses the challenges of being a Black actress in Hollywood, embracing heritage as a form of self-care, and confronting the stereotype of the Angry Black Woman
Aug 25, 2021
S02 E04 - Kern Carter discusses why it's difficult to sell Black characters to publishers, how Black writers are underpaid, and succeeding through self-publishing
Jul 28, 2021
S02 E03.5 Special Episode - “Radical Self-Care” ft. Dr. Marcia Anderson
Jun 30, 2021
S02 E03 – Dr. Marcia Anderson discusses Indigenous Health, impacts of colonization, and anti-Indigenous racism in health care
Jun 16, 2021
S02 E02 – Victoria Chan discusses Anti-Asian Hate, and the tensions between Asian and Black communities
May 12, 2021
S02 E01 - Kikė Ojo-Thompson discusses anti-African attitudes, “Misogynoir”, and raising resilient Black children
Mar 31, 2021
S02 E00 Special Episode - Retro Trailer "2020 Hindsight"
Mar 17, 2021
S01 E05 Special Episode - Director X discusses how meditation can reduce violence and promote wellness.
Aug 26, 2020
S01 E04 - Professor Akwatu Khenti discusses using optimism as armor, and public health solutions to gun violence
Aug 01, 2020
S01 E03 - Dr. Roberta K. Timothy discusses how connection to her African heritage helps her to resist Anti-Black Racism
Jun 22, 2020
S01 E02 - Celina Caesar-Chavannes discusses her professional journey, “showing up” for self and community, and the power of her Inner Child
Apr 06, 2020
S01 E01 — Ritu Bhasin discusses authenticity, belonging, and growing up between cultures
Feb 25, 2020
S01 E00 "Episode Zero" - How RHH Was Created
Feb 25, 2020